How to Clean & Maintain a Pizza Deck Oven
Cleaning is an important part of maintaining equipment such as a pizza deck oven. When you regularly clean your oven, you can ensure a longer life and better tasting food. Learn how to properly maintain your unit by following our instructions below.
Supplies You Need
- Mild dish soap & warm water
- Stainless steel cleaner
- Soft-bristle brush
- Stiff-wire brush/scraper
- Cloths
- Vacuum
Pizza Deck Oven Cleaning Instructions
- Step 1 - Clean the exterior surfaces with stainless steel cleaner.
- Step 2 - Burn off stuck-on food by turning the thermostat to the max temperature and wait 30 minutes.
- Step 3 - Turn the oven off & wait for it to cool down.
- Step 4 - Use a scraper or stiff brush to remove stuck-on remnants from the baking decks.
- Step 5 - Remove loose food from the baking decks with a vacuum.
- Step 6 - Vacuum carbon or crumbs in the burner compartment and around the doors.
- Step 7 - Clean the flue vent area to clear any obstructions as needed.