KitchenAid KCO253CU User manual

KCO253
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2 | PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Rack-positioning slotsUpper cooking elements
Compact Oven
controls
Convection bake fan
Lower cooking
elements
(2) Compact Oven
racks***
Removable
crumb tray Compact Oven door with
tempered glass window
Broil pan with grill**
Large stainless steel
handle
Compact Oven interior
with nonstick surface*
* Oven cavity dimensions: 12" (30.2 cm.) deep, 0.6 cu. ft. (0.018 cu. m.) volume.
** TIP: When cooking small pieces of foods or foods that will melt, use the broil pan.
This will keep food from falling onto the cooking elements.
*** The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options (2 options at each rack
position: top, middle, and bottom) allowing you to cook anything from a whole
chicken to multiple sheets of brownies at once.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
Function control knob
Temperature control knob*
Time control knob
Toast control knob
Power On indicator light
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
*Turn the Temperature control knob to WARM (the minimum setting) when the
Compact Oven is not in use.
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4 | COMPACT OVEN SAFETY
COMPACT OVEN SAFETY
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 any parts
of the Compact Oven in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the
nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
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9. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
10. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
11. Use extreme caution when removing broiler pan tray or disposing of hot grease.
12. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the Compact Oven
as they may create a re or risk of electric shock.
13. A re may occur if the Compact Oven is covered or touching ammable
material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
14. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
15. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed
of materials other than metal or glass.
16. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended
accessories, in this Compact Oven when not in use.
17. Do not place any of the following materials in the Compact Oven: paper,
cardboard, plastic, or anything similar.
18. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the Compact Oven with metal foil.
This will cause overheating of the Compact Oven.
19. To disconnect, turn the Compact Oven off by turning the Time control knob
to the “0” (Off) position, then remove plug from wall outlet.
20. Do not use outdoors.
21. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
22. Turn Compact Oven off by rotating the Time control knob to the
“0” (Off) position and turning the Toast control knob to the “Off” position.
The Power On indicator light will be off.
23. To disconnect, turn the Compact Oven off, then remove plug from outlet.
This product is designed for household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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6 | COMPACT OVEN SAFETY
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Voltage: 120 Volts A.C. only
Frequency: 60 Hertz
Wattage: Up to 1440 Watts
NOTE: The Compact Oven has a
3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the
risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit
in an outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit in the outlet, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not modify
the plug in any way.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualied
electrician or technician install an outlet
near the appliance.
A short power supply cord (or detachable
power supply cord) should be used to
reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power supply cords or
extension cords are available and may be
used if attention is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power supply cord
or extension cord is used:
• The marked electrical rating of the cord
set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance.
• The cord should be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
• If the appliance is of the grounded
type, the extension cord should be
a grounding-type 3 wire cord.
COMPACT OVEN SAFETY
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4"
(10 cm)
4" (10 cm)
4" (10 cm)
1
Place the Compact Oven on a dry,
flat, level surface such as a countertop
or table. Be sure the sides, back,
and top of the Compact Oven
are at least 4" (10 cm) away from
any walls, cabinets, or objects on
the counter or table.
2
Remove all packaging materials and
labels from the oven cavity, if present.
Remove all items not required for the
next cooking procedure.
NOTE: Upon first use, the oven may
produce light smoke. This is normal.
PREPARING THE COMPACT OVEN FOR USE
3
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
The Compact Oven should be the
only appliance operating on the
circuit. The Compact Oven is now
ready to use.
Before first use
Before using the Compact Oven for the rst time, remove all accessories and wash
in hot, soapy water; then rinse with clean water. Dry accessories thoroughly before
placing back inside the Compact Oven. To avoid damage, do not use abrasive
cleaners or scouring pads.
NOTE: The oven racks and broil pan with grill are dishwasher-safe, but we recommend
hand washing these parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not use cleaning agents, cleansers, or metal scouring pads
on the inner oven coating, as they may reduce its effectiveness.
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POSITIONING THE OVEN RACKS
The Compact Oven features 2 unique 6-position racks designed for optimal cooking
performance. Reposition the racks based on the kind of food you are cooking to allow
warm air to move around the food, cooking uniformly on all sides. The upper, middle,
and lower rack-positioning slots along the oven sides hold the racks in place. The middle
rack position slot includes a rack stop. Place the racks in any of the following positions
to accommodate the broil pan with grill, any baking pans, dishes, or standard bakeware*:
EXAMPLE RACK POSITION DESCRIPTION
Top** Use the upper slots along the oven
walls. This position is recommended
for the Broil setting.
Middle**
Use the middle slots along the
oven walls. The middle rack position
contains a rack stop. This position is
recommended for the Toast setting.
Bottom**
Use the lower slots along the oven
walls. This position is recommended
for the Bake and Warm settings.
If using the Warm setting, we
recommend beginning with the
rack in this setting and adjusting
the rack as necessary, depending
on desired results.
**The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options (2 options at each rack position: top, middle,
and bottom). Flip the rack to use at each level at each rack position, as desired.
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Both the top and bottom cooking elements
cycle on and off while baking.
For model KCO253, the convection
fan runs only when the Bake function is
selected to circulate heat at the desired
oven temperature. The Convection Bake
feature operates like a conventional oven
to bake and roast, but generally in a
shorter amount of time. This feature uses
a built-in fan to continuously circulate heat
while baking. The Convection Bake feature
operates only when the Bake function
is selected.
Recipes will vary and cooking time should
be monitored for desired results. For better
cooking results, select the correct cooking
pan to allow for proper air circulation.
USING THE BAKE FUNCTION
Recommended Rack Positions: Bottom
Slide the oven rack into the lowest slots
along the oven walls. The 2 reversible racks
offer the exibility of 6 height options. Flip
the rack to use at each level, if desired.
*CHOOSING BAKEWARE FOR COMPACT OVEN USE
• The broil pan included with the
Compact Oven is suitable for items such
as cookies, rolls, biscuits, nachos, and
pork chops.
• A variety of standard baking dishes,
such as a 9" (22.9 cm) round or square
cake pan, a 6 cup (1.5 L) mufn pan,
small baking sheets, and 1- and 2-qt
(0.95 L and 1.9 L) round, square, and
rectangular casserole dishes, may
be used. The Compact Oven door
must close completely.
• Choose bakeware made of metal,
oven-safe glass, ceramic, or silicone.
• Do not use glass lids. If a cover is
desired, use a loosely tted sheet of
aluminum foil shiny side up or down.
• Use lowest oven rack position
when using deep, oven-safe glass
or ceramic containers and allow at
least 1" (2.5 cm) airspace between
the top of the container and the
upper cooking elements.
• Many convenience foods are packaged
in nonmetallic containers suitable for
use in microwave ovens. Be sure to check
package directions to determine whether
the container is suitable for use in a
regular oven.
• Use only loosely covered oven-safe
containers. Airtight containers may
cause food to boil over or splatter.
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1Rotate the Function control knob
to BAKE. 2
Rotate the Temperature control
knob to the desired temperature.
Bake according to package or
recipe instructions.
3
To preheat: Rotate the Time control
knob past the 10-minute position,
then rotate it back to the first dot
(5-minute position). The Power On
indicator light will turn on. After
5 minutes, the end signal will sound
and the Compact Oven will shut
off automatically.
4
Place food in the center of the rack
and close the door.
Remove all plastic and/or paper
wrappers from food before cooking.
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5
Rotate the Time control knob to
the desired time. When the time
has elapsed, the end signal will sound
and the Compact Oven will shut
off automatically. Turn the Time
control knob to “0” (Off) if removing
food before the time has elapsed.
6
Use the Time control knob for
continuous cook times of up to
60 minutes. For recipes that call for
cook times of more than 60 minutes,
use the Time control knob in the
“Stay on” mode by rotating the Time
Control knob to the “ON” position.
The “Stay on” mode allows for
extended cook times of up to 4 hours
when using the Bake, Broil, or Warm
settings.
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TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less,
rotate the Time control knob past the
10-minute mark; then, rotate back
to the desired time.
NOTE: : The Compact Oven has a 4-hour
auto shut-off feature. If the “Stay on”
mode is used, the Power On indicator
light will turn on and the Compact
Oven will keep heating at the selected
temperature for 4 hours. After 4 hours,
the heater will shut off automatically
and the indicator light will begin to blink
to let you know that the heat is no longer
on. Rotate the Timer knob to “0”, and
then unplug the power cord to turn
off the indicator light and reset the
Compact Oven.
TIP: When cooking for a long time
at high temperatures, you may detect
a slight odor from the oven insulation
materials. This is normal.
• Oven surfaces can become hot during
cooking. Touch only the door handle
and knobs during oven operation.
• Do not place items on top or near
Compact Oven while in use.
• When preparing frozen or packaged
foods, follow package directions.
Preheating is not necessary.
• Replace cardboard, glass, or plastic
lids with aluminum foil for use in the
Compact Oven.
FOOD COOKING TIPS
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USING THE BROIL FUNCTION
Only the top cooking elements heat
when the Broil function is selected.
Use the included broil pan and grill
directly on the oven rack for even browning
and easy cleanup. The broil pan and grill
may also be used for the Bake and
Warm settings.
IMPORTANT: The food to be broiled
should be at least 1" (2.5 cm) from
the top cooking elements in the
Compact Oven.
USING THE COMPACT OVEN
1Place the food to be broiled on
the broil pan with grill. Then, close
the door. 2
Rotate the Function control knob
to BROIL. Only the top cooking
elements heat when the Broil
function is selected.
Recommended Rack Positions: Top
Use the upper slots along oven walls.
Slide in the oven rack. For delicate foods
such as fish or chicken, or for less browning,
place the rack in a lower position. The
2 reversible racks offer the exibility of
6 height options. Flip the rack to use at
each level, if desired.
NOTE: The Compact Oven does
not have an open-door broil feature.
The door must be closed when broiling.
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3Rotate the Temperature control knob
to Broil/450. 4
Rotate the Time control knob to the
desired time for broiling or browning
the food on one side. The Power On
indicator light will turn on. Be sure to
monitor the broiling progress.
5
When the end signal sounds, the
Compact Oven will automatically shut
off. If broiling or browning the other
side of the food, open the door and
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 place, and close the door.
6
Rotate the Time control knob to the
desired time for broiling or browning
the food on the other side.
When the time elapses, the end signal
will sound and the Compact Oven
will automatically shut off.
TIP: Check food cooking progress
through the clear, tempered glass door
window. The Compact Oven will be more
energy efficient if you open the door
less often.
TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less,
rotate the Time control knob past the
10-minute mark; then, rotate back to
the desired time.
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7
If removing food before the end
signal sounds, rotate the Time control
knob to “0” (Off) to shut off the
Compact Oven. Then, remove
the food.
Up to 6 slices of bread may be placed
directly on the rack for toasting. Both the
top and bottom cooking elements heat
when this function is selected.
TIP: Experience will teach you how much
time to use for toasting various kinds
of bread. Frozen, dark, or whole-grain
breads require a longer time. Fresh, soft,
or white breads require a shorter time.
USING THE TOAST FUNCTION
1
Toast up to 6 slices of bread. When
toasting only 1 or 2 slices of bread,
center the bread in the oven. For
best results, place the bread to
be toasted directly on the rack.
2Close the door.
Recommended Slot Positions: Middle
Use the middle slots along oven walls.
Slide in the rack. The 2 reversible racks
offer the exibility of 6 height options.
Flip the rack to use at each level, if desired.
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3Rotate the Function control knob
to the TOAST setting. 4
Starting from the Off position, rotate
the Toast control knob to your desired
setting: Dark, Medium, or Light.
Based on your preferences, you can
set the Toast control knob to any of
the dot icons in between Light and
Dark to choose a customized toast
setting. The Power On indicator
light will turn on.
5
When toasting is finished, the end
signal will sound and the Compact
Oven will shut off automatically.
Rotate the Toast control knob
to the Off position if removing toast
before the end signal sounds.
IMPORTANT: For the Toast setting,
the Toast control knob works as a timer
instead of the Time control knob. The
Toast setting will not function properly
if the Time control knob is used.
TIP: The first batch of toast is typically
lighter than the selected setting if toasted
in a cold oven. Run an empty TOAST
cycle at Medium to preheat oven or select
a darker setting for the first batch only.
NOTE: It is normal for condensation to form on the door when toasting moist
or fresh breads.
TIP: If top of food item browns too fast, lower the rack position or reduce oven
temperature. If bottom of food item browns too fast, raise rack position or reduce
oven temperature.
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Only the lower cooking elements heat
when the Warm function is selected.
TIP: Turn the Temperature control knob
to WARM, or minimum setting, when
the Compact Oven is not in use.
USING THE WARM FUNCTION
1Rotate the Function control knob
to the WARM setting. 2
Rotate the Temperature control
knob to WARM. Warm is the lowest
temperature setting available. For
faster heating, increase temperature
as desired.
Recommended Rack Positions: Bottom
Slide the rack in the lower slots along
the oven walls.
We recommend beginning with the rack
in this position and adjusting the rack as
necessary, depending on desired results.
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3Rotate the Time control knob to
the desired setting. The Power On
indicator light will turn on. 4
If removing food before the end
signal sounds, rotate the Time control
knob to “0” (Off) to shut off the
Compact Oven. Then, remove
the food.
TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less,
rotate the Time control knob past the
10-minute mark; then, rotate back to
the desired time.
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18 | CARE AND CLEANING
CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING YOUR COMPACT OVEN
• Make sure the Time control knob is in
the “0” (Off) position. Then, unplug
from the wall socket before cleaning.
• Allow the Compact Oven and
all accessories to cool completely
before cleaning.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal
scouring pads. They could scratch
the surface.
• Wipe the outside of the Compact
Oven with a clean, damp cloth and
dry thoroughly. A nonabrasive liquid
cleaner may be used for stubborn
stains. KitchenAid recommends the
use of affresh®Stainless Steel Cleaner
for all stainless steel surfaces. affresh®
Cooktop Cleaner and scrubbing pads
are also recommended for cleaning the
toughest baked-on residue on stainless
steel and glass surfaces. Ensure all
surfaces are completely dry before
using your oven. Please visit
www.affresh.com to learn more.
• Hand washing is recommended for
racks and pan. Remove all items from
the Compact Oven. Wash the rack and
broil pan with grill in hot, sudsy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly. To clean the
crumb tray, slide it out of the oven and
brush off crumbs. Wipe with a damp
cloth and dry thoroughly.
NOTE: The oven racks and broil pan
with grill are dishwasher safe, but hand
washing is recommended.
• To remove baked-on stains, if affresh®
Cooktop Cleaner is not available, scrub
with a paste made from baking soda
and water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• The walls on the inside of the oven
have a nonstick coating for easy
cleaning. Remove heavy spatter after
use with a nylon or polyester mesh pad,
sponge, or cloth dampened with warm
water. Dry with a paper towel or soft,
dry cloth.
TIP: To minimize cleanup, spray the
broil pan with nonstick cooking spray
when cooking wet or sticky foods. Wash
the broil pan thoroughly after each use
to avoid buildup of cooking spray.
IMPORTANT: Do not use cleaning
agents, cleansers, or metal scouring pads
on the inner oven coating as they may
reduce its effectiveness.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Compact Oven should fail
to operate, check the following:
• Is the Compact Oven plugged into
a grounded 3 prong outlet?
Is the fuse in the circuit to the Compact
Oven in working order?
• If you have a circuit breaker box,
make sure the circuit is closed. Try
unplugging
the Compact Oven ,
then plug it back in.
Upper cooking elements visibly glow,
but bottom cooking elements do not.
• The upper cooking elements use higher
power for better browning performance.
The lower cooking elements are on
butmay not visibly glow like the upper
cooking elements. This is normal
and your Compact Oven is
working properly.
Power On light is flashing rapidly.
• The oven has a 4-hour auto shut-off
feature. If using the “Stay on” mode,
the oven will automatically shut off
after 4 hours and the Power On
indicator light will ash rapidly.
If the problem cannot be corrected:
• See the “Warranty and Service”
section. Do not return the Compact
Oven to the retailer – retailers do
not provide service.
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20 | WARRANTY AND SERVICE
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
KITCHENAID®COMPACT OVEN WARRANTY FOR
THE 50 UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,
PUERTO RICO, AND CANADA
This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for KitchenAid®
Compact Ovens operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia,
Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Length of Warranty: One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.
KitchenAid Will Pay
for Your Choice of: Hassle-Free Replacement of your KitchenAid®
Compact Oven. See the next page for details on how
to arrange for service, or call the Customer eXperience
Center toll-free at 1-800-541-6390.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct
defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be
provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center.
KitchenAid Will
Not Pay for: A. Repairs when your KitchenAid®Compact Oven
is used in other than normal single family home use.
B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse
or abuse.
C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver
your KitchenAid® Compact Oven to an Authorized
Service Center.
D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for
KitchenAid®Compact Ovens operated outside
the 50 United States, District of Columbia,
Puerto Rico, and Canada.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXCLUDED
TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY
BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD
ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE
TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA
DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
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