Crux 14543 User manual

6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven
Instruction Manual
Styled for Life
Designed & Engineered in New York City

Important Safeguards................................................................................................................ 2-4
Additional Important Safeguards......................................................................................... 4-5
Notes on the Plug .............................................................................................................................5
Notes on the Cord ............................................................................................................................6
Plasticizer Warning...........................................................................................................................6
Electric Power.....................................................................................................................................6
Life is Busy...........................................................................................................................................6
Getting to Know Your CRUX 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven ..................................7
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................. 8-9
Accessories..........................................................................................................................................9
3 Wire Rack Positions ...................................................................................................................10
Cooking Containers .......................................................................................................................10
Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................................. 11
Operating Instructions............................................................................................................ 11-20
FUNCTION 1: TOAST............................................................................................................... 11
FUNCTION 2: CONVECTION BAKE ................................................................................ 13
PIZZA............................................................................................................................................ 15
FUNCTION 3: BAGEL............................................................................................................. 17
FUNCTION 4: CONVECTION BROIL............................................................................... 19
FUNCTION 5: WARM ............................................................................................................20
User Maintenance Instructions.................................................................................................20
Care & Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................... 20
Storing Instructions........................................................................................................................ 21
Warranty......................................................................................................................................22-23
Table of Contents

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs,
or appliance in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical
or mechanical adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.

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10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter,
or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner,
or in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other liquids.
13. To disconnect, turn the timer control to OFF, the function control to
WARM, the temperature control to MIN; then remove the plug from
the wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in
a Convection Toaster Oven as they may create a fire or risk of
electric shock.
16. A fire may occur if the Convection Toaster Oven is covered or
touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls,
and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of
the appliance when in operation.
17. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electrical shock.
18. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers
constructed of other than metal or glass.
19. Do not store any item on top of the Convection Toaster Oven
when in operation.
20.
Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended
accessories, in this Convection Toaster Oven when not in use.

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21. Do not place any of the following materials in the Convection
Toaster Oven: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
22. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the Convection Toaster
Oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the Convection
Toaster Oven.
23. Use extreme caution when removing the crumb tray or disposing
of hot grease.
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping
steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the
risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.
1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of
this appliance must read and understand this owner’s manual
before operating or cleaning this appliance.

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2. If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in water,
unplug it from the wall outlet immediately. DO NOT REACH INTO
THE WATER!
3. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and
on all sides for air circulation. Do not operate this appliance while it
is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dishtowels or
other flammable materials.
4. To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance unattended
during use.
5. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
turn the timer control to OFF, the function control to WARM, the
temperature control to MIN; remove the plug from the wall outlet.
Do not use or attempt to repair a malfunctioning appliance!
6. The cord to this appliance should only be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical wall outlet.
7. Do not use this appliance in an unstable position.
NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
modify the plug in any way.

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NOTES ON THE CORD
The provided short power-supply cord should be used to reduce the
risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. An extension cord is not recommended for use with this product.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of
the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC
coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of
the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish
to darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances,
your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated
on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
Life is Busy.
Keep it simple in the kitchen with CRUX.
The 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven is your one-stop shop for baking, broiling, toasting and
warming. This compact toaster oven is a great alternative to your oven—it reduces energy
use, is easy to clean, and keeps the kitchen cool. The 1700-watt convection feature can cook
nearly everything made in a conventional oven. It preheats quickly and distributes heat more
consistently throughout the toaster oven via a specialized fan. As a result, your food cooks
more evenly in up to 30% less time. Capable of holding up to 17-liters, you can toast up to
6 slices of bread, bake your favorite casseroles, or even make a personal 12” pizza. Equipped
with a built-in timer and an auto shut-off feature, the 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven
provides the perfect assistance for all your cooking needs.

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Getting to Know Your CRUX 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven
Product may vary slightly from illustration
1. Upper Wire Rack
Position
2. Middle Wire Rack
Position
3. Lower Wire Rack
Position
4. Power Cord with
Polarized Plug
5. Control Panel
(see page 8.)
6. POWER Light
7. Upper Heating
Elements
8. Lower Heating
Elements
9. Glass Door
10. Door Handle
11. Convection Fan
12. Stainless Steel Body
13. Bake/Broil Pan
14. External Crumb Tray
(not shown)
15. Non-skid feet
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Control Panel
TEMP °F Control
• Turn the control clockwise to the desired setting.
The temperature can be set from 150°F (65°C)
to 450°F (230°C).
FUNCTION Control
The Convection Toaster Oven has 5 FUNCTIONS:
Refer to the wire rack positions marked on the glass door
for the different cooking functions.
• WARM: To keep food warm after it has been cooked,
turn the function control to WARM.
• CONVECTION BROIL: Utilizes a fan in which hot air
circulates around the food in addition to normal
radiant heat.
• Use to broil thinner cuts of meat, fish, steaks,
poultry, pork chops, some fruits, etc.
• BAGEL: Toast up to 3 bagels with cut side up;
upper heating elements will toast the cut sides
to perfection.
• CONVECTION BAKE: Utilizes a fan in which hot air
circulates around the food in addition to normal
radiant heat.
• Use to roast poultry, beef, pork, and vegetables.
• Perfect to bake a 12-inch fresh or frozen pizza,
cakes, pies, cookies, etc.
• TOAST: Bread, muffins, frozen waffles, etc.
Fig. 1