GRILL & GRIDDLE
The grill & griddle located right on top of the oven is a wonderfully convenient way to cook a variety of delicious foods without having to use many pots or pans. Food can be kept warm for up to 30min. while the oven is on and in use; it’s ideal for making bacon and eggs, pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, steaks, fish, chicken breasts and even grilled cheese sandwiches.
WARNING: Never use the Grill & Griddle when the oven is stored beneath a cabinet overhang. Use caution.
OPERATION:
1)When not cooking inside the oven at the same time, simply slide out the Crumb Tray from the bottom of the oven and slide it into the top slot in the oven right below the Top Heating element. This will prevent the interior of the oven from heating up too high.
2)While using the oven, let the Grill or the Griddle heat up for approximately 5 minutes before cooking on it.
3)Set desired temperature and set heat selection to UP. Set Timer to desired cooking time.
4)The Oven Top Dome lid can also be used to cook faster or to prevent spattering.
5)When cooking cycle is complete, make sure the oven is set to OFF. It is recommended to unplug the unit, but it is not necessary.
6)The oven can remain on still to finish cooking the meal inside if cooking inside the oven at the same time.
7)However, ALWAYS wait until the oven is OFF and has completely cooled off to remove the Grill & Griddle for cleaning.
STEAMING
Steam a wide variety of savory vegetables to add a delicious side dish to your meal. And all this right on top of the same oven that is cooking your main course all at the same time. Add your favorite fresh vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, green beans, corn on the cob, squash and many more to the Steamer area right on top of your oven and have it ready to eat in a matter of minutes.
OPERATION:
1)When not cooking inside the oven at the same time, simply slide out the Crumb Tray from the bottom of the oven and slide it into the top slot in the oven right below the Top Heating element. This will prevent the interior of the oven from heating up too high.
2)Begin by pouring ¼ cup of lukewarm water into the grill & griddle area.
3)Place the Steam / Warming Rack over the water, making sure the water does NOT rise up above the ventilation holes in the steamer rack.
4)Set desired temperature and set heat selection to UP. Set Timer to desired cooking time.
5)Place the desired vegetables on top of the Steamer / Warming Rack. Season with herbs, salt and pepper.
6)Cover with the Oven Top Dome Lid.
7)Vegetables steam quickly. Depending on the toughness of the vegetable. It can be done within 10 minutes.
8)Remove lid CAREFULLY for hot steam may rise up when lid is removed.
9)Remove vegetables from the steamer rack and serve while still hot.
10)DO NOT remove remaining water until the oven has been turned off and completely cooled.
11)When cooking cycle is complete, make sure the oven is set to OFF. It is recommended to unplug the unit, but it is not necessary.
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TOASTING
Toasting in the oven is quite simple. You can toast regular slices of bread or also brown biscuits or bread rolls.
OPERATION:
1)Place the Grilling Rack into the center position in the oven.
2)Set the thermostat setting to approximately 350°.
3)Set the heat selection switch to ALL.
4)Place the bread onto the grilling rack and set the timer to 5 minutes.
Note: When setting the timer for such a short period of time, the timer may need to be turned to approximately 15 minutes first until the light comes on, then switch the timer back to 5 minutes.
5)When bread is toasted to your desired coloring, simply shut the oven off by turning the Timer to 0 (zero). Use caution when removing the bread from the oven.
6)When cooking cycle is complete, make sure the oven is set to OFF. It is recommended to unplug the unit, but it is not necessary.
KEEPING FOOD WARM
There are two great ways to keep your food warm while finishing up other dishes that may require longer cooking times. By using the inside of the oven to keep food warm up to 30min. and to also keep food warm on top of the oven while still cooking inside it at the same time.
OPERATION:
INSIDE THE OVEN –
1)Wait until the cooking cycle has completed for your food.
2)Set the Temperature switch to the lowest setting.
3)The oven will remain warm and keep your food warm for up to 30min. Longer periods may result in drying the food out too much.
ON TOP OF THE OVEN –
1)While the oven is cooking inside and other dishes need to be kept warm.
2)Simply set the Steamer / Warming Rack on top of the Grill & Griddle area.
3)DO NOT add water.
4)Place food onto the rack, cover with lid.
5)Food can be kept warm for up to 30 – 45 minutes.
**Longer periods may result in drying the food out too much.
PREHEATING
For certain recipes, it calls for the oven to be pre-heated.
OPERATION:
1)Plug unit into an outlet.
2)Set temperature setting to desired setting or as indicated in recipe.
3)Turn heat selection to ALL.
4)Set the timer to 15 minutes to preheat the oven.
5)When pre-heating cycle has completed, insert food and reset the Timer.
Note: It is recommended not to preheat the oven when using the rotisserie. The oven will be hot and it will be difficult to insert the rotisserie assembly.
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