Donatello II
The Donatello II is a lightweight wood-fired oven with a traditional look and feel.
Pre-assembled, durable and weatherproof, it’s simple to set up and ideal for backyard outdoor use.
Why the Donatello II?
If you’re looking for a stylish but traditional wood fire oven that’s compact and simple to set up, then the Donatello II is the way to go.
The oven comes pre-assembled, making it quick and easy to set up. The oven is suitable for outdoor bench use or can be set up with the optional stand.
The flue and arch are available in a range of colors so you can seamlessly integrate your oven into your existing decor.
Australian-made from premium quality materials, all Polito ovens are extensively tested and come with an impressive warranty.
FEATURES
- Stylish look
- Traditional feel
- Pre-assembled
- Durable and weatherproof
- Ideal for outdoor use
OPTIONAL STAND TYPES
TOWER STAND
Dimensions
Inside: 960mm
Flue: 200mm
Front Opening: 600mm
Outer Dimensions:
1200mm(w) x 1300mm(L)
Weight: 400kg
Firing Time: 40min to 1hr
Pizza: 3 x large 10-12inch
Tower Stand Measurements:
920(w) x 920(l) x 1010mm(h)
ROUND STAND
Dimensions
Inside: 960mm
Flue: 200mm
Front Opening: 600mm
Outer Dimensions:
1200mm(w) x 1300mm(L)
Weight: 400kg
Firing Time: 40min to 1hr
Pizza: 3 x large 10-12inch
Small Round Stand Measurements:
1035(w) x 835(l) x 850(h)
DONATELLO II FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THE DONATELLO II WOOD FIRE OVEN?
The Donatello II is a 100% Australian hand-made wood fire oven which is inspired by our traditional Donatello oven and weighs in at 500kg with a cooking floor of 960mm. It is built using modern materials to maximise efficiency and economical burning. Durable and weatherproof, it’s the perfect aesthetic feature for your backyard. Get cooking and serve up some beautiful food for your friends and family!
CAN THE OVEN BE USED INDOORS AS WELL AS OUTDOORS?
Yes, the oven can be used for both indoor and outdoor use. With indoor use, a custom flue kit will need to be purchased to accommodate the smoke depending on where the oven is placed.
DO I NEED TO ASSEMBLE THE OVEN AND HOW DOES DELIVERY WORK?
The Donatello II oven is pre-assembled and completed at our manufacturing warehouse so there is no assembly required. The oven is boxed on a pallet (1450mm length x 1450mm width x 1000mm height). Pickup is available from our manufacturing warehouse in Thomastown, Victoria or delivery can be arranged Australia wide for an additional cost to one of our depots where you can pick up the oven yourself with a ute or trailer.
I DON’T HAVE A UTE OR A TRAILER, CAN I GET THE OVEN DELIVERED TO MY HOUSE?
Yes, we can arrange delivery to your home for an additional cost. Please refer to our ‘Delivery, Packaging & Installation Information’ file for further details.
At least 1.5m width access to the back of your property is recommended for the oven to enter.
HOW HEAVY IS THE OVEN?
The oven weighs 500kg.
IS A FLUE SUPPLIED WITH THE OVEN AND CAN I ORDER A CUSTOM FLUE?
Yes, the oven comes with a 450mm stainless steel flue. If you require a custom flue, we can arrange that for you at an additional cost.
IS THE OVEN WEATHERPROOF AND DO YOU SELL ANY COVERS?
The Donatello II is fully waterproof and weatherproof. We do not sell any covers.
CAN I PLACE THE OVEN ONTO MY BENCH?
Yes. The Donatello II is designed to be placed onto a bench or used on the Tower stand. Please refer to our ‘Delivery, Packaging & Installation Information’ file for further details.
CAN I GET WHEELS WITH THE TOWER STAND OPTION FOR THE DONATELLO II?
Yes, wheels are optional and can be installed to allow for movement of your oven in your yard.
WHAT IS THE CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR THE BACK AND SIDES OF THE OVEN?
The Donatello II external temperature is not hot to touch, the heat is contained within the oven. Therefore, you can judge the clearance required with your builder to allow for safe functionality of the oven.
CAN I PLACE THE OVEN ON A BENCH MADE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS WOOD?
We recommend to not use any combustible bench material
WHAT IS THE ESTIMATED TIME TO HEAT THE OVEN, I.E. TO REACH 300-400C?
Once the oven is cured, allow approximately 90 minutes.
HOW LONG WILL THE OVEN RETAIN HEAT?
Once the oven has reached the temperature you require, you will need to maintain it with a constant flame by adding more wood. Usually, depending on the wood you’re using, it would require one log at a time. Different temperatures are recommended for different types of food:
- At 200 Degrees, you can cook meats, fish, vegetables, and bread.
- At 300 Degrees you can cook pizzas, focaccias, stews (slow cooked and well covered), and meats.
- At 400 Degrees, pizzas can be cooked.
AS THE OVEN IS INSULATED, IS IT SAFE TO BE TOUCHED ON THE OUTSIDE LIKE THE BRICK OVENS?
The Donatello II external temperature is not hot, it can be touched around the rendered painted area. The parts that are hot whilst in use are the metal arch, the metal door and the stainless-steel flue.
HOW MUCH TIMBER IS REQUIRED ON AVERAGE TO HEAT THE OVEN?
Approximately between 5kg to 10kg of wood is required to get the oven very hot.
HOW MANY PIZZAS CAN I COOK IN THIS OVEN?
You can place 3 large wood fire pizzas in the oven at one time. Pizzas will take approximately 1 to 2 minutes to cook.
HOW DO I CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE OVEN?
The oven can be cleaned with a light bristle broom. You can wash dirty areas off with running water and then broom.
NOTE: OVEN MUST BE COLD.
Never use high pressure cleaning on any part of the oven. For the interior of the oven, you do not need any cleaning products, just sweep the ashes out when cooled. This does not have to be done after every cook, just when there is a build-up of ashes.
CAN I PAINT MY OVEN A DIFFERENT COLOUR?
Yes, we use and recommend membrane paint such as Acratex Dulux. Polito will supply some touch up paint with your oven.
CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE DONATELLO II WOOD FIRE OVEN?
Yes, please contact one of our knowledgeable sales representatives on 03 9460 6808 or submit an enquiry through our website and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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