FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What warranty does Top Tanoor offer?
We stand by the quality of our products:
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10-year warranty on the cooking chamber and stainless steel parts (no burn-through)
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5-year warranty on external paint and coating
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Bluetooth thermometer and Inkbird controller are covered by a one year warranty
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Al Wadi comes with a lifetime warranty
Q2: Where can I find tutorials or guides?
You can view step-by-step tutorials and cooking guides on our Instagram or website:
📹 Watch Tutorials Here
Q3: What makes Top Tanoor different from other ovens or grills?
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Its a real tanoor and completely seals when closed, it uses the traditional cooking method
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It can cook a variety of meals on gas, charcoal/wood and electricity - Individually or combined
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Our charcoal grid burns evenly to provide equally distributed heat
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Cleaning the ash only takes a few seconds and the self cleaning feature removes all grease
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You don't have to remove the charcoal when you cook on gas (only the inner grid) or electricity.
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A dual-layered insulated body (2mm mild steel outer + 2mm stainless steel inner)
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Built in gas auto shutoff and safety circuits to restrict gas ignition
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Reuse charcoal
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The quality
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The support
Q4: How much food can it cook?
AL Jabal
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Up to 80kg of Omani shuwa
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32 chickens + large pot of rice for mandi or 64 chickens. 1 kg + chickens
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16900 cm² cooking space across 4 levels for grilling, baking, roasting, and more
Al Shatti
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Up to 18kg of Omani shuwa
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6 chickens + large pot of rice for mandi or 9 chickens. 1 kg + chickens
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3750 cm² cooking space across 3 levels for grilling, baking, roasting, and more
Al Sahra
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Up to 18kg of Omani shuwa
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6 chickens + large pot of rice for mandi or 9 chickens. 1 kg + chickens
Al Wadi
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Up to 7kg of Omani shuwa
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4 chickens + pot of rice for mandi or 6 chickens. 1 kg + chickens
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1152 cm² cooking space across 2 levels for grilling, baking, roasting, and more
Q5: What fuels can I use?
Our Tri-Heat Fusion Technology lets you cook using:
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Gas
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Charcoal
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Wood
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Electricity (except Al Wadi model, it uses a proprietary gas system for the same result)
You can also combine these for faster, flavourful, and more controlled cooking
Q6: How fast does it heat up?
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Preheats to 200°C in 5 minutes
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Reaches 400°C in 12 minutes using gas
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Gas can also ignite charcoal or wood simultaneously
Q7: Is it safe to use around family and children?
Yes. Safety is built in:
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Cool-touch exterior thanks to full insulation
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Auto gas cutoff via thermocouple
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Safety circuit prevents ignition unless the bottom vent is fully open
Q8: Can I monitor cooking remotely?
Yes. Our Smart Inkbird Controller allows:
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Remote control via Bluetooth or WiFi
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Monitoring of oven and internal meat temperatures
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Notifications when your food is ready
Q9: Is it easy to clean?
Very:
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Self-cleaning mode at 350°C burns off grease
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Ash removal tools clear ash in 10 seconds
Q10: How efficient is it with fuel?
Extremely efficient:
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Just 3/4 pieces of wood can cook 80kg of shuwa
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Charcoal can be reused up to 4 times
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Close all vents after cooking to smother the fire and reuse charcoal
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Insulation allows cooking low and slow (or smoking) for 24+ hours with half a bag of charcoal
Q11: What’s the electrical consumption like?
Very low. The electric element is used to maintain heat, not blast it.
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10 amps at 230v maximum draw but it cycles on and off due to the insulation
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Perfect for keeping food warm at 65°C
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Gentle, consistent heat with minimal energy draw
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In the Al Wadi, electricity is replaced with a unique gas-based heating system
Q12: Is it portable?
Yes. Take it to your farm, camping trip, or outdoor gathering—and it’s easy to bring along if you move homes.
Q13: Will the paint fade in the sun?
No. All models are coated with a high-quality, UV-resistant finish that won’t fade for many years—even in the intense Gulf sun.
Q14: What’s the long-term cost of ownership?
Top Tanoor helps you save:
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Less wood and charcoal needed
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Reusable fuel
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Lower energy use
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Durable design means no need to replace it anytime soon
Join our long list of Happy Customers
Sayyid Nasr bin Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi
Some of the best Shuwa I have tasted.
Munib Al Hussaini
I strongly recommend the Top Tanoor for making shuwa and the authentic wood flavour.
Abdullah Al Ghaithi
Authentic taste like a real tanoor. It makes life easy.