Alto-Shaam ASC-4G manual Chef Operating Tips

CHEF OPERATING TIPS

The Alto-Shaam convection oven will provide the best results and longest possible service with the utilization of the following suggestions and guidelines.

NOTE: Moisture will escape around the doors when baking products with a heavy moisture content such as chicken, potatoes, etc. This is a normal operating condition.

1.Thoroughly preheat the oven for approximately 20 minutes before use.

2.As a general rule, the cooking temperature can be set lower than the temperature used in a conventional oven. Cooking time may also be shorter. It is suggested the first batch of each product prepared be monitored closely to check for variances.

3.Maintain a record of the temperatures, times, and load capacities established for products cooked on a regular basis since they will be the same or similar for succeeding loads.

4.When practical, start cooking the lowest temperature products first and gradually work up to products with a higher cooking temperature.

5.If the cooking temperature setting for the previous product is more than 10°F (5°C to 6°C) higher than the temperature needed for the next load, use the FAN COOL-DOWN feature to decrease the oven temperature before setting the oven to a lower temperature.

6.Work as quickly as possible when loading the oven to prevent heat loss.

7.When the audible signal indicates the time has expired, remove the food product from the oven as quickly as possible to avoid overcooking.

8.Pans should be centered between side racks and each shelf should be loaded evenly to allow proper air circulation within the oven compartment.

9.To assure even cooking when baking, weigh or measure the product in each pan.

10.When cooking six pans of product, start from the top of the oven and use side rack positions 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12.

11.Do not overload the oven. A maximum 6 sheet pan capacity is suggested for most items such as cakes, cookies, rolls, etc. A maximum of 12 sheet pans may be used for items such as fish sticks, chicken nuggets, and hamburgers. It will be necessary to adjust cooking times accordingly. Refer to product/pan capacities indicated in this manual.

12.To obtain an evenly baked product, muffin pans should be placed in the oven with the short side of each pan facing the front of the oven.

13.When rethermalizing frozen casseroles, preheat the oven 100°F (38°C) over the suggested temperature to compensate for the introduction of a large quantity of frozen product into the oven compartment. Reset the thermostat to the correct cooking temperature after the oven is loaded.

14.Use a pan extender or two inch (51mm) deep,

18" x 26" pans for batter-type products that weigh more than 8 pounds (3 to 4 kg), i.e.; pineapple upside-down cake.

15.To avoid obstructing airflow that would result in uneven cooking results, never place anything directly on the bottom of the oven cavity.

Cooking Guidelines

Food	Temperature		Time	Food	Temperature		Time
			(Minutes)				(Minutes)
Cakes, Sheet	325°F	163°C	25	Macaroni & Cheese	350°F	177°C	90
				(frozen, full oven)
Chicken pieces (30 breasts	400°F	204°C	25	Macaroni & Cheese	350°F	177°C	30
& thighs, 25 legs & wings)				(refrigerated)
Chicken halves	400°F	204°C	40	Muffins	325°F	163°C	13-15
Beef patties	400°F	204°C	8	Pies, Frozen	325°F	163°C	40
Bacon	350°F	177°C	16	Pizzas, Individual	325°F	163°C	15
Fish, frozen (5 oz .)	350°F	177°C	15	Potatoes, Baked	350°F	177°C	50
Macaroni & Cheese	350°F	177°C	50	Sandwiches, Grilled Cheese	400°F	204°C	4-6
(frozen, 1 pan)				Tater tots	450°F	232°C	10

A T T H E E N D O F T H E D A Y ,

U T I L I Z E T H E C O O L - D O W N M O D E A N D O P E N T H E O V E N D O O R S .

Do not place anything directly on the bottom of the oven cavity.

MN-28664 • Rev 2 (06/13) • ASC-4G Gas Convection Oven - Manual Control • 16