Operation
Standard Controls
OPERATION
1.Turn the MODE SELECTOR Switch (2) to the desired function.
2.Set the TIMER (8) to ON.
3.For the HOT AIR and COMBI modes, set the TEMPERATURE Dial (3) to the desired cook temperature.
NOTE: The optimum temperature for Combi mode is
For STEAM mode set the TEMPERATURE Dial
(3) no higher than 212_F (100_C).
NOTE: For steaming use 212_F (100_C). For poaching turn the temperature dial to the POACH position, 180_F (82_C).
4.Once the oven is preheated, place the food in- side and close the door.
5.Set the TIMER (8) for the desired cook time.
6.The selected mode operates automatically. The temperature, time and mode can be al- tered at any time during the cooking process. The operation can be stopped by the use of the Mode Selector Switch or by opening the door.
7.At the end of the specified time period, the buzzer sounds and the appliance will shut off automatically. Turn the TIMER (8) to the ON position to stop the buzzer and restart the ap- pliance in a continuous on mode. Or, simply turn the mode switch to the off position.
8.To cool down the oven cavity, switch the MODE SELECTOR Switch (2) to COOL DOWN. In the Cool Down mode neither the tempera- ture dial or the timer will be operational.
NOTE: The unit can be cooled down rapidly for steaming, cleaning, etc. Open the dor wide and select the cool down mode. The oven will cool from 350
9.The mode selector switch is also the main power switch. In the OFF position the ap- pliance is not operational.
Steam on Demand
How to set the Steam On Demand mode:
While in the Hot Air or Combi mode, the unit can be set to steam for a timed period. At the end of the timed cycle the unit reverts back to the original set- ting. Steam On Demand can be used at any time during the cook cycle.
NOTE: Steam On Demand is not available in steam mode.
1.Set the desired “steam on” time with the
STEAM ON DEMAND TIMER (5).
2.Press the STEAM ON DEMAND SWITCH (6).
This feature is useful in many ways. A few are listed below. Most of the ideas came from our creative customers. Experiment with this feature on your own and let us know of any new uses.
DAdd a minute or two at the beginning when bak- ing bread for a shiny crust.
DKick start large loads such as 20 or more chick- ens. By starting large loads with 5 to 8 minutes of steam you help the oven recover and cut the cooking time by more than 10%.
DBake bagels without boiling. By starting raw ba- gels with 1 to 2 minutes of steam you can achieve a beautiful crust.
DCream caramel is great at 230_F to 250_F in the Combi mode using 2 minutes of on demand steam.
DWhen cooking chicken wings, try setting the oven in the Combi mode at 375_F and use 3 minutes of Steam On Demand. This method will stop the tips from burning. Total cooking time is approximately 12 minutes.
DPork ribs tend to pull off the bone better when using
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