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How quickly is the Petromax Atago ready for use and stowed away again?

The Petromax Atago is characterized by a unique folding mechanism that makes it an extremely practical companion. The Atago can be made ready for use effortlessly with just one hand movement.

This speed of handling makes it particularly attractive for spontaneous outdoor activities where quick preparation is crucial. After use, the Atago can be folded up again just as quickly. The compact size of just 15 cm when folded allows for space-saving storage, which is particularly advantageous when storage space is limited.

What is special about the Atago?

The Petromax Atago offers an impressive range of functions that make it an extremely versatile outdoor tool. As a barbecue, the Atago can be operated with charcoal or briquettes, and a suitable grill grate is included in the scope of delivery.

It also functions as an oven or stove by placing a cast-iron Dutch oven, such as the Petromax ft3, ft6 or ft9, on the glowing briquettes in the Atago. This configuration enables optimum heat yield and opens up the possibility of preparing a variety of dishes outdoors.

The Atago can also be used as a fire bowl to create a cozy campfire after cooking. Its round shape makes it easy to stack firewood and brushwood, which makes it particularly easy to use as a fire bowl.

I can't make coffee in the percolator - what can I do?

The same applies to percolators: it's all a matter of practice. Once you have gotten to know your percolator after one or two uses, you will find it much easier to use. If you're wondering why your coffee or tea drink isn't turning out the way you want, we've listed a few of the most frequently asked questions and our tips for each problem here:

Your question: My lid falls off when pouring (Perkomax enamel)
Our tip: Make sure that the anti-tilt protection (nose) is on the handle side, then the lid will stay in place.

Your question: The water does not boil.
Our tip: Please note the minimum fill level. If there is too little water in the percolator, the water cannot rise.

Your question: My coffee is too weak.
Our tip: The boiling time should be at least 12 minutes, measured from the time the water boils. You are welcome to boil the coffee for longer, this will not affect the taste of the coffee. There should be enough coffee in the filter basket (approx. 8-9 teaspoons), up to just below the top end of the tube in the filter basket.

Your question: My coffee is boiling/splashing.
Our tip: Please note the maximum filling quantity. If the percolator is overfilled, the water may overflow.

Your question: How do I know when my coffee or tea is boiling?
Our tip: As soon as the water starts to boil, you will hear it very clearly. Please never remove the lid during the boiling process, as boiling hot water will splash out of the tube.

With these tips and a little practice, your coffee or tea from the percolator will soon be perfect. Good luck and enjoy!

What do I need to bear in mind when cooking with the Perkomax?

A strong coffee or a warming tea freshly brewed over the campfire: With the Petromax percolators made of stainless steel or enamel, you can fortify yourself for the adventure. Here are some tips for you to ensure that your attempts at cooking over an open fire are a success:

Observe the minimum filling height: Make sure that the percolator always contains at least the prescribed minimum amount of water. This prevents the percolator from running dry and becoming damaged.
Use coarsely ground coffee powder: Use coarsely ground coffee powder to prevent too many coffee particles from getting into the finished coffee. This ensures a clear and aromatic coffee.
Boil for at least 12 minutes: Allow the coffee or tea to boil for at least 12 minutes so that the full aroma can develop. Depending on the desired strength, you can adjust the boiling time accordingly.
Do not overfill: Do not overfill the percolator to avoid boiling over and to ensure even extraction.
Keep the lid closed: Keep the lid closed during cooking. This ensures even heat distribution and prevents heat from escaping.
Turn the anti-tilt protection (nose) to the handle side (for enamel percolators): Turn the anti-tilt protection (nose) to the handle side of the percolator. This provides additional protection and stability, especially when handling over an open fire.
With these tips, you are well prepared to enjoy delicious hot drinks in the great outdoors with your Petromax percolator.

How does a percolator work?

The Perkomax percolators can be conveniently hung over the fire in the outdoor kitchen or placed on the embers. As soon as the water boils, it expands and rises through the stainless steel tube inside the pot. It condenses on the lid and slowly drips back into the pot through the coffee powder or tea leaves. There it mixes with the remaining water and rises again. The longer you let the water circulate, the more aromatic your coffee or tea will be.

How long will the coating on my pan last?

The durability of the coating varies depending on the quality of the pan or the type of coating. A durable product saves a lot of frustration. You will know this if you have ever been annoyed by holding a dented pan in your hands or seeing scratches on the coating after only a short time.

The best coating is no coating: Cast iron or wrought iron pans have no coating, yet they have excellent non-stick properties. This is thanks to the valuable patina that develops over time after baking.

Cleaning with washing-up liquid can damage the patina. However, this does not make your pan unusable, as you can restore the patina by re-seasoning it. With good care, your cast-iron and wrought-iron pans and their natural non-stick effect will last a lifetime.

You can find out exactly what to do if your valuable patina is damaged in the instructions for use or in our blog guide.

Can my cast iron pan go in the dishwasher?

Regardless of whether it has a coating or a natural non-stick effect, a dishwasher is too aggressive in its cleaning process and attacks the surface. In the case of cast and wrought iron, dishwasher treatment can also cause rust very quickly.

Therefore, you should only rinse your pan with clean water; if necessary, you can also use a standard dishwashing brush. For optimum cleaning without damaging the patina, use the ring cleaner for cast and wrought iron or the scraper for fire pans and skillets, which is also available for grill fire pans with grooves.

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