Quick Start Guide - Raptor

Unbox & Position

Remove all packaging. Place your Raptor 1 outdoors on a stable, level, non-combustible surface, with clear space around the oven and away from flammable materials.

Step 2

Fit the Stone & Fuel Setup

Check that the baking stone is dry and correctly seated. Fit the approved Raptor 1 gas burner or prepare the wood/charcoal setup, following the instructions for your oven.

Step 3

Complete the First Firing

Before cooking in a new oven, follow the first-firing procedure in the manuals. Heat gradually, complete the curing cycle, then let the oven cool and wipe the inside with a dry cloth.

Step 4

Preheat & Bake

For regular use, allow roughly 15–20 minutes to preheat; conditions and fuel can change this. Check the stone with an infrared thermometer, launch your pizza and turn it as needed.

Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Dough

Start with the simple, direct method for making pizza dough at home.

How to Make Pizza Dough Balls

Learn three ways to shape dough balls for your next pizza session.

How to Stretch Pizza Dough

Learn to stretch an even base while keeping air in the crust.

Troubleshooting & Better Bakes

Quick checks for common Raptor 1 questions.

What to do

For next time

Gas burner will not light

Turn the burner and gas supply off. Wait at least 5 minutes before trying again, following your burner manual. If you smell gas, do not relight; stop use and contact support.

Check the gas supply, correct regulator, hose and leak test before lighting.

Pale or soft pizza base

Give the stone more time to heat and check its surface temperature with an infrared thermometer.

Allow a full preheat and recovery time between pizzas; avoid excess toppings.

One side cooks faster

Turn the pizza regularly and adjust the flame as the crust colours.

Watch the bake closely. Pizza can cook in around 60 seconds in a fully heated oven.

Too much smoke with wood

Use dry, untreated wood and keep the fire and airflow clear.

Store fuel dry and add small amounts instead of overloading the fire.

Stone is damp or has food residue

Let the oven cool completely. Brush off loose residue and let the stone dry thoroughly before reheating.

Keep the stone dry and heat it gradually. Never use water to cool the oven.

Raptor 1 — Frequently Asked Questions

A few things to know before your first bake.

Do I need to cure my Raptor 1 before cooking? Yes. A new oven needs a first firing before you cook food. Follow the oven and burner manuals, including gradual heating, then allow the oven to cool and wipe the inside with a dry cloth. This first-use process takes longer than a regular preheat.

How long should I preheat it? Allow roughly 15–20 minutes for regular use, with extra time in cold conditions or when needed for your fuel setup. Measure the stone temperature with an infrared thermometer: the stone needs to be properly heated before you launch.

Can I cook with wood, charcoal and gas? Raptor 1 is a multi-fuel oven. Gas cooking requires the approved Raptor 1 gas burner and a suitable regulator. Follow the instructions for the selected setup, and let the oven cool completely before changing fuels.

Do I need to turn the pizza? With the standard stone, turn the pizza regularly for an even bake. If you have the optional Raptor 1 auto-rotation kit, install and operate it according to its instructions and continue to watch the pizza as it cooks.

How do I clean and store my Raptor 1? Wait until the oven is completely cold. Brush loose flour, food and ash from the baking area and keep the stone dry. Wipe the exterior as needed, dry it, and store the cooled oven in a dry, sheltered place. Never cool it with water.

Is this the guide for Raptor 1 with auto-rotation? The oven setup and baking basics apply to Raptor 1. The optional auto-rotation kit has its own installation instructions, which you should follow before using it. Only fit accessories while the oven is cold.