Chimney starter

A Anzündkamin is a tool for safe ignition of charcoal, charcoal briquettes or (more rarely) firewood in preparation for grilling.

Construction

The Anzündkamin consists of a sheet metal tube with ventilation openings in the lower part, a perforated fuel Edition ( or, alternatively, a wire grid ) as well as a handle with heat shield.

Functioning and operation of

In the upper part of the fuel is filled Anzündkamins (normally charcoal or charcoal briquettes), which is then punched on the support. In the lower part, flammable material comes ( eg kitchen paper or fire lighters ), which is set on fire. The Anzündkamin should be on on a fireproof surface, such as the coal grate of the grill.

By the chimney effect of the flames of the igniter and the hot gases are sucked in through the perforated support Anzündkamin upwards. The fuel material absorbs quickly to glow, from bottom to top. Even after burning out the fire lighters or paper under the Anzündkamin the coal layers glow on through to the top.

A fully stocked Anzündkamin is depending on the size and composition of the fuel after 15-35 minutes ( 15-20 minutes charcoal, charcoal briquettes 25-35 minutes) durchgeglüht. The charcoal is ready for grilling when the top layer is covered with a white- gray ash. The fuel can then be poured into the grill.

Advantages of Anzündkamins

A Anzündkamin provides a simple and secure way to start a grill fire. In contrast to the use of denatured alcohol, gasoline or other accelerants there when properly used no danger of deflagration or flash fire, severe burns and even can cause fatal accidents.

Another plus point is the health aspect will Even if firelighters are used, they do not come directly in contact with the coal, and the exhaust gases of firelighters can not capture the grilled food.

Furthermore, it is guaranteed by the compact stratification of the fuel during the Anzündevorgangs a uniform glow. Additional supply of oxygen by fanning, etc. is not necessary. Using a Anzündkamins the coal ignited even in damp weather quickly and evenly.

Compared to other Anzündemethoden can be saved with a properly served Anzündkamin much time the grill is much more ready to be occupied. This is of particular advantage to be when grilled over a prolonged period: By using a Anzündkamins constantly ready durchgeglühte coal can be kept ready for filling up the grill during ongoing operation barbecue, so no waiting times.

Disadvantages of Anzündkamins

Apart from the grip of Anzündkamin is not protected against contact, so it can cause burns when handling. This is especially true when the Anzündkamin filled and so is heavy. When pouring the glowing charcoal in the grill it often comes to flying sparks.