Baking (and Reaheating) with the Countertop Oven
Both the top and bottom cooking elements will cycle on and off while baking in order to maintain the desired oven temperature. For Convection Bake model KCO223, the convection fan will only run when the Bake function is selected to circulate heat at the desired oven temperature. The Convection Bake function does what a conventional oven does to bake and roast but generally in a shorter amount of time. For better cooking results use the right cooking pan to allow for proper air circulation. Recipes will vary and cooking time will need to be monitored for desired results.
Recommended Rack Positions:
When first using the oven, position the oven rack as shown by Position C (middle slot, rack up) in the “Understanding Positions of the Oven Rack” section. Then, adjust as needed for your cooking situation. Remember to allow space for food to rise.
To Bake:
1.Place the rack in a low position so that the food to be baked or heated will be in the center of the oven.
2.Close door.
3.Turn the Function control knob to BAKE.
4.Turn the Temperature control knob to the right to the desired temperature. Bake according to package or recipe instructions (usually 350°F – 425°F [177°C – 218°C]).
5.Preheat the oven for 5 minutes for baking (and reheating) by turning the Time control knob to the right past the
6.Place the food in the center of the rack and close the door.
7.Turn the Time control knob to the right to the desired time. When the time has elapsed, the bell will sound and the oven will automatically shut off. Turn the Time control knob to “0” (off) if food is removed before the time has elapsed.
8.For cook times longer than 60 minutes, use the Constant “On” feature.
Broiling (and Top Browning) with the Countertop Oven
Only the top cooking elements will heat when this oven function is selected.
Recommended Rack Positions:
Use the upper slots along oven walls. Position the oven rack as shown in Position B (top slot, rack down) in the “Understanding Positions of the Oven Rack” section. Place the broil pan with grill (with food) on oven rack.
NOTE: Food to be broiled should be at least 1" (2.5 cm) from the cooking elements on the top of the oven. For delicate foods such as fish or chicken, or for less browning, place the rack in a lower position.
To Broil:
1.Place the food to be broiled on the grill with broil pan, and then close the oven door. The countertop oven does not have an open door broil feature. The door must be closed when broiling.
2.Set the Function control knob to BROIL.
3.Turn the Temperature control knob to the right to BROIL/450°.
4.Turn the Time control knob to the right to the desired time.
5.Monitor the broiling progress.
6.When broiling food on both sides, set the Time control knob for the time desired for one side. When the bell sounds, the oven will automatically shut off. Open the countertop oven door. Use a pot holder to pull the rack and pan about halfway out of the oven. Turn the food, slide the rack and pan back into the countertop oven, and close the door. Turn the Time control knob to a desired time for the other side.
7.When the time elapses, a bell will sound and the oven will automatically shut off.
8.If food is to be removed before the bell sounds, turn the Time control knob to “0” (off) to shut off the countertop oven. Then, remove the food.
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