Operating your Pronto Convectionand Rotisserie Oven
Before first use
1.Before using your Pronto Convection Oven for the first time, remove any packaging material and promotional labels. Ensure the appliance is switched off at the power outlet and the power cord is unplugged.
2.Remove the Pronto Convection Oven accessories and wash them in warm, soapy water with a soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the floor and roof of the oven chamber with a soft, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
3.Insert the power plug into the power outlet and switch on. Set the Temperature Control to 240°C and the Time Control to 15 minutes. This will eliminate any oil residue that may have been used for packing and shipping.
When turned on for the first time, the Pronto Convection Oven may give off vapours for up to 15 minutes. This is due to the protective substances on the heating elements. It is safe, not detrimental to the performance of the Pronto Convection Oven and will dissipate with use.
Note
Allow the oven to cool. Insert the accessories. The Pronto Convection Oven is now ready to use.
Hints and tips
•For the Grill, Bake and Reheat functions, best results are achieved by preheating the oven for 5 – 10 minutes. To preheat the oven, select the desired Oven Setting and preheat time on the Time Control, wait for the Heating Light to go out and insert food.
Some recipes recommend that the preheat temperature be higher that the actual cooking temperature. For example, placing meats into a hot, preheated oven will sear the outside, then the cooking temperature is reduced for tender, juicy results. When baking scones, cakes etc., the preheat temperature may be the same or slightly higher than the actual cooking temperature.
Note
•As with all mechanical timers, when using the Time Control in the
•To ensure even cooking, rotate pans or trays around, halfway through the cooking time. For easier cleaning ensure the crumb tray is in position. Clean after each use and ensure to always
•Minimise cleanup by using the grill tray inserted into the baking pan to catch spills when baking or grilling.
•Condensation may build up on the inside of the glass door. This is normal and should evaporate.
•The door can be opened at any time during operation
•After the Temperature Control and Oven Setting have been selected, the time and temperature can be changed at any time during operation.
•Turn the Time Control to ‘OFF’ at any time to stop operation of the oven.
DO NOT FORCE OPEN THE OVEN DOOR BEYOND ITS LIMITS OR LET THE DOOR DROP OPEN AS THIS WILL DISTORT THE DOORS ABILITY TO MAINTAIN A PROPER SEAL.
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