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

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TIMER Control 60 minute timer (with TOAST browning settings, OFF, and STAY ON.)
• TOAST: Toast shade selector indicates light to dark browning.
• The TIMER control also acts as the Convection Toaster Oven’s ON and OFF switch.
Turn the TIMER control clockwise to select appropriate cooking time.
• The TIMER control is marked in 10 minute segments. When cooking less than 10 minutes,
turn the timer control past 10 minutes, then back to desired cooking time.
• When cooking time is complete, a signal will sound and the unit will turn
OFF automatically.
• OFF: Turn the TIMER control to OFF when cooking is complete. The power indicator
light will go off.
• STAY ON: When cooking for more than 60 minutes, or an undetermined time, turn the
TIMER control to STAY ON. The POWER light will illuminate.
IMPORTANT: Always turn the TIMER control to OFF when finished.
POWER Light
1. The POWER light will illuminate when the unit is plugged in and the timer control has
been set, or STAY ON has been selected.
2. When the time set has expired, or the TIMER control has been turned to the OFF
position, the POWER light will turn off.
Accessories Fig. 2
Wire Rack Bake/Broil Pan

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3 Wire Rack Positions
The wire rack may be inserted for 3 positions.
1. Slide the wire rack onto the upper rail; the highest rack position is for BAGEL
and BROIL functions.
2. Slide the wire rack into the middle rail; the middle rack position is for the TOAST function.
3. Slide the wire rack into the lower rail; the lowest rack position is for the BAKE function.
Cooking Containers
• The bake/broil pan included with the Convection Toaster Oven is suitable for items such
as cookies, rolls, biscuits, nachos and pork chops.
• This toaster oven accommodates a variety of standard baking dishes, such as an 8-inch
round or square cake pan, 6-cup muffin pan, 1 and 2 quart round, square, or rectangular
casserole dishes. Choose bakeware made of either metal or glass/ceramic without lids.
• Dark or dull pans absorb heat faster; foods will bake more rapidly and crust will brown
more easily than in shiny bake pans.
Fig. 3
1. Wire Rack Position
Indicators on Glass Door
2. Highest Wire Rack Guide
(BAGEL and BROIL)
3. Middle Wire Rack Guide
(TOAST)
4. Lowest Wire Rack Guide
(BAKE)
5. External Crumb Tray
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• Check package directions on the container or contact the ovenware manufacturer to
determine the container’s suitability for use in a Convection Toaster Oven.
• NEVER use oven roasting bags in this Convection Toaster Oven, as they may come in
contact with the heating elements.
CAUTION: Allow at least 1-inch air space between the top of the container and the upper
heating elements. Never use glass lids on glass or metal bakeware. If a lid is necessary, cover
tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
Before Using for the First Time
CAUTION: To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the Convection Toaster Oven
or allow cord to come into contact with water or other liquids.
1. Carefully unpack the Convection Toaster Oven and accessories removing all packaging
materials. Remove any labels from the outer surfaces.
2. Use a clean damp cloth to wipe the inside and outside surfaces of the Oven. Wash all
accessories in warm soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
3. To ensure that the Convection Toaster Oven is free from oils used in manufacturing, turn
temperature control to MAX. Turn function control to CONVECTION BAKE. Set timer
control to 15 minutes. At the end of the 15 minutes, the Convection Toaster Oven is ready
for use.
Operating Instructions
FUNCTION 1: TOAST
1.
Make sure the crumb tray is firmly in place in the bottom of the Convection Toaster Oven.
2. Plug into a 120V AC outlet.
3. Open the glass door and place the wire rack in the middle position. (See Figure 3.)
Center up to 6 slices of bread or food on the wire rack. Close the glass door.
4. Turn temperature control to MAX.
5. Turn function control to TOAST.
6. Set timer control to 10 minutes and then turn back to the level of brownness desired.
The toast shade selector light/dark graphic indicates light to dark browning.

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7. The POWER light will illuminate.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE TOASTER OVEN UNATTENDED DURING TOASTING.
NOTE: The Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically.
CAUTION: Do not set the timer control to the STAY ON position when using the
TOAST function.
CAUTION: As soon as the timer control is engaged, the Convection Toaster Oven will
turn ON; both heating elements will become hot immediately.
CAUTION: Use care not to place anything on top of the Convection Toaster Oven.
CAUTION: Do not touch the Convection Toaster Oven or any part of the Convection
Toaster Oven without wearing oven mitts.
8. Watch toast through the glass door until desired color is achieved.
9. When TOAST time is complete, a signal will sound, and the timer control will finish in the
OFF position; the Convection Toaster Oven will shut off automatically; the power light
will go off.
NOTE: If toasting is completed before the timer control shuts the Convection Toaster
Oven OFF, turn the timer control to OFF. The power light will go off.
10.Open the glass door. Wearing protective oven mitts, pull the wire rack out from the
Convection Toaster Oven. Be careful when removing toast from the back of the wire rack.
The inside of the Convection Toaster Oven is very hot. Close the glass door.
11. Unplug unit when not in use. Allow to cool before cleaning.
Hints for TOAST
• Remove all protective wrappings from food before placing in Convection Toaster Oven.
Follow toaster oven food directions.
• Use the BAGEL function for frozen and heavy breads.
• CAUTION: Use extra caution when toasting pastry items with runny-type frosting
or open fillings.
• When toasting more than one slice of bread, use slices of similar size, thickness
and freshness.

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• One slice of bread requires a lighter setting than several slices of bread.
• Stale bread, thin bread or sweet bread products, such as tea cakes and fruit loaf, brown
much more quickly than ordinary bread, so reduce toasting time.
• Different breads require different toasting times. Turn timer control to OFF and open the
glass door to check toast color. Close glass door and reset timer control if more toasting
time is needed.
• For best results, clean crumb tray frequently.
FUNCTION 2: CONVECTION BAKE
CONVECTION BAKE (or roast) circulates heated air throughout the oven cavity to maintain
uniform temperature around the food.
NOTE: As foods will brown faster than when using conventional bake, recipe temperatures
should be reduced by 25°F for best results.
1.
Make sure the crumb tray is firmly in place in the bottom of the Convection Toaster Oven.
2. Place wire rack onto the lower or middle shelf rail.
3. Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
4. Turn temperature control to the desired temperature setting.
5. Turn function control to CONVECTION BAKE.
6. Set timer control to desired baking time or STAY ON. The POWER light will illuminate.
NOTE: The Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically if timer is set.
7. Preheat Convection Toaster Oven if necessary.
8. Carefully center baking dish directly on wire rack and close the glass door. You may
place foods such as biscuits directly onto bake/broil pan.
9. To roast meats, turn the temperature control to 350° - 450°F (Roasting temperature).
10.If you are using the timer, when the CONVECTION BAKE time is complete, a signal will
sound, and the timer control will finish in the OFF position; the Convection Toaster Oven
will shut OFF automatically; the power light will go off.

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11. If the timer control is set to STAY ON, or if the food is finished cooking before the timer
has signaled, turn temperature control to MIN and the timer control to OFF. Make sure
power light is off.
12. To keep food warm after it has been cooked, turn the temperature control to 150°F
- 200°F and the function control to WARM. Set timer control to STAY ON or desired
WARM time. The POWER light will illuminate.
NOTE: The Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically if timer is set.
13. Wearing protective oven mitts pull the wire rack out from the Convection Toaster Oven.
14. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
NOTE: A meat thermometer should always be used to gauge internal temperature. The
thermometer should be inserted into thickest portion of meat away from bones or fatty
areas. Check progress 2/3 into the cooking process to ensure food does not overcook.
(See Roasting Chart following.)
Internal Temperature Baking/Roasting Chart
CUT INTERNAL TEMPERATURE
Beef 145°F Rare
160°F Medium
170°F Well Done
Ham (fresh) 160°F
Ham (precooked) 140°F Rare
Lamb 160°F Medium Well
Pork 160°F Medium
170°F Well Done
Turkey or Chicken
Whole
Breast
180°F
170°F

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Hints for CONVECTION BAKE (Roast)
• A meat thermometer inserted into the center of the meat should always be used to
ensure desired doneness.
• Roasting is recommended for large, tender cuts of meat and poultry.
• Seasoning prior to cooking adds to the flavor and the aroma during cooking.
• A layer of fat on the top of the roast promotes better browning and provides
natural basting.
• When roasting meats with a high fat content, the bake/broil pan may fill with grease
before cooking is completed. Carefully remove the bake/broil pan using oven mitts
and empty. Replace for continued roasting.
• To roast vegetables, toss uniformly sized raw vegetables in olive oil or vegetable oil, add
seasoned salt, and spread vegetables in a single layer onto the bake/broil pan, in the
middle shelf rail. Roast at high heat, 425°F - 450°F for 15 to 20 minutes, turning halfway.
Remove roasted vegetables when they are browned and cooked to your liking.
Add seasoning when they are hot from the Convection Toaster Oven.
USDA Cooking Guidelines
NOTE: The United States Department of Agriculture recommends that meat and poultry
be cooked to the following internal temperatures to be sure any harmful bacteria has been
killed. Ground turkey and chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F
and ground beef, veal, lamb and pork be cooked to an internal temperature 160°F. Whole
chicken and turkey should be cooked to an internal temperature of 180°F; 170°F for the
breast. Goose and duck should be cooked to an internal temperature of 180°F. Fresh beef,
veal and lamb, etc., should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145°F. Fresh
pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160ºF. When re-heating meat
and poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
PIZZA
Your Convection Toaster Oven has been specially designed to accommodate a 12-inch fresh
or frozen pizza.
1.
Make sure the crumb tray is firmly in place in the bottom of the Convection Toaster Oven.
2. Remove the bake/broil pan and the wire rack from the Convection Toaster Oven.
3. Turn the function control to CONVECTION BAKE.

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4. If convection bake times, are listed on the pizza box, set the temperature control as
recommended.
NOTE: If only conventional bake temps are listed, recipe temperatures should be reduced
by 25°F for best results.
5. Allow the Convection Toaster Oven to preheat for 10 minutes.
6. Open the glass door and place the wire rack in the lowest position. (See Figure 3.)
7. Place pizza directly on wire rack. Close the glass door.
8. Set timer control for the desired time.
NOTE: To set the timer control for less than 10 minutes, turn to 10 minutes and then turn
back to the appropriate amount of time.
9. When CONVECTION BAKE time is complete, a signal will sound, and the timer control
will finish in the OFF position; the Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically;
the power light will go off.
10.To keep cooked pizza warm, turn the temperature control to 150°F - 200°F and the
function control to WARM. Set timer control to STAY ON or desired WARM time.
The POWER light will illuminate.
NOTE: The Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically if timer is set.
11. Wearing protective oven mitts, pull the wire rack out from the Convection Toaster Oven.
Remove cooked pizza carefully and transfer to a serving plate.
12. Turn temperature control to MIN. Make sure the timer control is in the OFF position and
the power light is off.
13. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.

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FUNCTION 3: BAGEL
Toast up to 3 sliced bagels or English muffins, or 6 sweet topped breads, thick sliced or
artisan breads that require longer toasting times than an average slice of white bread. Place
cut sides up to allow the upper heating elements to toast the tops to perfection.
1.
Make sure the crumb tray is firmly in place in the bottom of the Convection Toaster Oven.
2. Plug into a 120V AC outlet.
3. Open the glass door and place the wire rack in the highest position. (See Figure 3.)
4. Center up to 6 halves or bread slices on the rack – cut or top side UP.
5. Close the glass door.
6. Turn temperature control to MAX.
7. Turn function control to BAGEL.
8. Set timer control to 10 minutes and then turn back to the level of brownness desired.
9. The POWER light will illuminate.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE TOASTER OVEN UNATTENDED WHEN USING
THE BAGEL FUNCTION.
NOTE: The Convection Toaster Oven will shut OFF automatically.
CAUTION: Do not set the timer control to the STAY ON position when using
the BAGEL function.
CAUTION: As soon as the timer control is engaged, the Convection Toaster Oven will
turn ON; both heating elements will become hot immediately.
CAUTION: Use care not to place anything on top of the Convection Toaster Oven.
CAUTION: Do not touch the Convection Toaster Oven or any part of the Convection
Toaster Oven without wearing oven mitts.
10.Watch bagels or toast through the glass door until desired color is achieved.
11. When BAGEL time is complete, a signal will sound, and the timer control will finish in the
OFF position; the Convection Toaster Oven will shut off automatically; the power light
will go off.

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NOTE: If toasting of bagel is completed before the timer control shuts the Convection
Toaster Oven OFF, you may shut the Convection Toaster Oven OFF manually by turning
the timer control to OFF. The power light will go off.
12. Open the glass door. Wearing protective oven mitts, pull the wire rack out from the
Convection Toaster Oven. Be careful when removing toasted bagels or foods from
the back of the wire rack. The inside of the Convection Toaster Oven is very hot.
Close glass door.
13. Unplug unit when not in use. Allow to cool before cleaning.
Hints for BAGEL
• The BAGEL function offers a darker browning to accommodate bagels and English
muffins, thicker and denser slices of bread.
• Remove all protective wrappings from food before placing in Convection Toaster Oven.
Follow toaster oven food directions.
• CAUTION: Use extra caution when toasting pastry items with runny-type frosting
or open fillings.
• When toasting more than one piece of bagel, use slices of similar size, thickness
and freshness.
• One bagel half requires a lighter setting than several bagel halves.
• Stale bagels, thin bagels or sweet bread products, such as tea cakes and fruit loaf,
brown much more quickly than ordinary bread, so reduce toasting time.
• Different breadstuffs require different toasting times. Turn timer control to OFF and open
the glass door to check toast color. Close glass door and reset timer control if more
toasting time is needed.
• For best results, clean crumb tray frequently.