A kamado is a charcoal cooker with an insulated body and a lid. Fire Mountain Fuji models use ceramic to retain heat for grilling, smoking, roasting and baking.
The Fuji range combines ceramic heat retention with charcoal cooking in three sizes. Choose a model to suit your garden, the meals you enjoy and the number of people you usually cook for.
A kamado is worth considering if you want to explore several cooking styles with one charcoal BBQ. Compare the Fuji kamado range with your available space and budget.
Ceramic stores heat, helping a kamado maintain steady cooking conditions. It also makes the cooker heavy and slower to cool, so positioning and temperature control need care.
A well-maintained kamado can serve you for many years. Its lifespan depends on handling, storage and care, with some components needing replacement over time.
Choose for your usual meals and guest numbers. The Fuji 15 inch suits smaller cooks, the Fuji 18 inch offers more family cooking space, and the Fuji 24 inch suits larger gatherings.
The key difference is capacity. The 15 inch model has a compact stand, while the 18 inch and 24 inch models include trolleys. Compare each product page for dimensions and its supplied cooking set-up.
As a guide, the Fuji 15 inch is recommended for 1 to 3 people, the Fuji 18 inch for 3 to 6, and the Fuji 24 inch for 6 or more. Portions and the food being cooked affect capacity.
Do not use the model name alone to judge grill space. The listed cooking areas are 34cm x 34cm for the Fuji 15 inch, 38.5cm diameter for the 18 inch and 51cm diameter for the 24 inch.
The current Fuji 15 inch, 18 inch and 24 inch models include a protective cover. Cooking accessories vary by model, so check the individual product description before ordering. Contact Fire Mountain if you need help checking a particular accessory.
Visit our user manuals page. Check that the document matches your model and product code. If you cannot find the correct instructions, contact Fire Mountain before assembly or use.
We recommend lumpwood charcoal for Fire Mountain kamados. Do not use instant-light charcoal or fuels with added accelerants. Check your manual before using an alternative fuel.
Use the loading guidance in your kamado instruction manual. Do not overfill the firebox or obstruct airflow. Plan enough fuel for your cook without exceeding the permitted amount.
Yes, dry, unburnt lumpwood can usually be reused. Once everything is completely cold, remove ash and small debris, keep the airflow openings clear and top up with fresh charcoal as needed.
Burn time varies with charcoal quality, quantity, airflow and cooking temperature. A low-temperature cook generally uses fuel more slowly than grilling. Monitor longer cooks rather than relying on a guaranteed number of hours.
Complete assembly, remove packaging and check the cooker is stable. Follow the first-use instructions in your kamado instruction manual before cooking. Do not begin with an improvised high-temperature burn.
Use suitable solid firelighters with lumpwood charcoal, following your model’s lighting sequence. Establish the fire, then bring the cooker towards your target temperature. Never use liquid lighting fuel.
Allow time for both the charcoal and ceramic to warm and for the temperature to settle. Weather, fuel and your cooking set-up affect readiness, so judge by the thermometer and manual rather than a fixed waiting time.
Control the heat by adjusting airflow through the vents. More airflow generally increases combustion and heat. Make small changes and give the cooker time to respond before adjusting again.
Too much airflow can make the temperature overshoot. Reduce the vent openings according to your manual and allow time for the ceramic to cool. Do not add water or repeatedly open the lid to cool it.
Check for damp fuel, ash blocking airflow or unsuitable vent settings. Inspect the lid seal once the cooker is cold. If a damaged component is affecting control, contact Fire Mountain for advice.
Yes. Use the smoking set-up described for your model and monitor the temperature throughout the cook. Our guide to cooking on a Fire Mountain kamado introduces the different cooking methods.
Direct cooking places food above the charcoal for grilling. Indirect cooking uses a suitable heat barrier between the fire and food, helping with roasting, baking and longer cooks.
A compatible heat deflector helps create an indirect cooking set-up. Check whether one is supplied with your model and how it should be fitted. Install the correct components before heating the BBQ.
Yes, using the correct set-up and a compatible pizza stone. Warm the stone gradually with the cooker and follow your model’s temperature limits. Check the supplied accessories on your product page.
Yes. Choose an appropriate cooking surface and direct or indirect heat for the recipe. A kamado can handle far more than burgers, including roasts, bread, fish and vegetables.
The dome thermometer measures cooker temperature, not the centre of your food. Use a clean food thermometer and follow food-specific guidance. See our BBQ cooking FAQs for temperature checks and raw food handling.
Keep the lid closed for most cooking to retain heat and support controlled airflow. Open only when needed to check or turn food, following the safe lid-opening procedure.
Use food-safe smoking wood only where your manual permits it. Start with a modest amount to avoid overwhelming the food. Never burn treated, painted or reclaimed timber.
Follow the smoking instructions for your model and the wood supplier’s guidance. Wood chips and chunks behave differently, so soaking is not a universal requirement for every smoking set-up.
Check the fuel, lighting stage and airflow. Heavy smoke can also come from fat hitting the fire. Keep grease under control and follow the recommended smoking set-up rather than trying to create as much smoke as possible.
Use clean, suitable fuel, avoid excessive smoking wood and keep old grease off cooking surfaces. Let the fire establish before cooking. Adjust the smoke level to suit delicate foods such as fish and vegetables.
Yes, if your cooking set-up provides enough space. Plan for different cooking times and prevent raw meat juices reaching cooked food or ready-to-eat items. Our BBQ cooking FAQs cover separation and serving safely.
Use a stable, non-combustible surface outdoors, with the clearances in your manual. Keep it away from overhead coverings and combustible objects. Do not use it on a balcony. Read our BBQ safety FAQs for preparation advice.
Wear heat-resistant gloves, stand back and lift the lid slightly before opening further. This introduces air gradually. Keep your face away from the opening and follow your model’s instructions.
No. A responsible adult must supervise it while lit and manage the cooking area as it cools. Temperature stability does not make an unattended fire safe.
No. Wait until it is extinguished and completely cold. Ceramic kamados are heavy, so arrange enough help and follow the moving instructions. Never lift by the handle or side shelves.
Close the lid and vents as instructed and let the charcoal extinguish naturally. Keep the cooker outdoors until cold. Never pour water into hot ceramic or fit the cover while it is warm.
Remove cold ash and loose deposits using suitable tools. Do not soak the porous ceramic or use household cleaning chemicals inside. Follow your model’s care instructions before attempting any cleaning burn.
Clean each component according to its material and manual, once safe to handle. Do not put components in a dishwasher unless expressly permitted. Check BBQ accessories for suitable tools and confirm compatibility.
Check before each cook and remove cold ash when it could restrict airflow. Frequency depends on usage and fuel. Never put hot or smouldering ash in a household bin.
Yes, with appropriate protection and care. Cover it only when completely cold and keep it clean and dry. A cover helps protect the BBQ, but does not replace inspections and maintenance.
Stop using it if damage could affect safe operation. Contact Fire Mountain with your model details and photographs so we can assess the problem. Do not assume a crack is harmless or improvise repairs to the ceramic or lid assembly.
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