Russell Hobbs RHTOV10 Installation guide

RHTOV10_IB&RB_FA_220916 Part No. T22-5003436
2 YEAR WARRANTY
BAKE EXPERT
MINI TOASTER OVEN
RHTOV10
INSTRUCTIONS & WARRANTY

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance.
1. To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse the power cord, plug or toaster oven in water or
any other liquid.
2. Do not use in the bathroom or near any source of water.
3. Do not use outdoors.
4. Always use the appliance’s handles or use oven gloves/mitts as some parts will be hot.
5. The temperature of accessible surfaces/parts may become very hot when the appliance is operating
and may remain hot for some time after the appliance has been switched off.
6. 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.
7. Keep the oven and the power cord away from the edge of table or countertops and out of reach of
children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
8. This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the
appliance.
9. Do not leave this appliance unattended when in use.
10. Always switch off and unplug from the power outlet when not in use.
11. Always switch off and unplug from the power outlet and allow the oven to cool before cleaning.
12. To disconnect, set controls to OFF. Switch off the wall power outlet, then grasp the plug and remove
from wall power socket. Never pull by the cord.
13. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has malfunctioned,
or been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Customer Service for replacement,
examination, repair or adjustment.
14. There are no user serviceable parts. If power cord or appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
15. Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
16. Do not move the oven while it is switched on.
17. Do not cover the oven when in use.
18. Oven gloves should be used when removing food items.
19. Always take care when removing hot food items from the oven.
20. Food may burn. Always monitor when using this appliance.
21. Do not use the oven near or below any curtains or other combustible materials.
22. Do not cook food items too large for the oven.
23. Do not cook food wrapped in plastic film or polythene bags. It will cause a fire hazard.
24. Do not place on or near any heat sources.
25. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts,
creating a risk of electric shock.
26. Follow the instructions when cleaning this appliance.

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2 7. Do not use appliance for anything other than its intended purpose.
28. Do not store any material, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, in this oven when
not in use.
29. Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
30. Clean the oven and crumb tray regularly. Failure to do so may cause a fire hazard.
31. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of this oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the
oven.
32. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote
control system.
33. For added safety, electrical appliances should be connected to a power outlet that is protected by a
residual current device (RCD), also often referred to as a ‘Safety Switch’. Your switchboard may
already incorporate an RCD. If unsure, call an electrician for verification and fitting if necessary.
34. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
- Bed & breakfast type environments.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd
Locked Bag 3004 Braeside
Victoria 3195 Australia
Customer Service in Australia
TollFree: 1800 623 118
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.spectrumbrands.com.au
Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd
PO Box 9817 Newmarket
Auckland 1149 New Zealand
Customer Service in New Zealand
TollFree: 0800 736 776
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.spectrumbrands.co.nz
Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd and Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd
Warranty Against Defects
In this warranty:
Australian Consumer Law means the Australian consumer law set out in Schedule 2 to the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010;
CGA means the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993;
Goods means the product or equipment which was accompanied by this warranty and
purchased in Australia or New Zealand, as the case may be;
Manufacturer, We or us means:
1. for Goods purchased in Australia, Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd ABN, 78 007 070 573;
or
2. for Goods purchased in New Zealand, Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd, as the case
may be, contact details as set out at the end of this warranty;
Supplier means the authorised distributor or retailer of the Goods that sold you the Goods in
Australia or in New Zealand; and
You means you, the original end-user purchaser of the Goods.
1. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer
Law, or the CGA. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
2. The benefits provided by this Warranty are in addition to all other rights and remedies in
respect of the Goods which the consumer has under either the Australian Consumer Law
or the CGA. The original purchaser of the Goods is provided with the following Warranty
subject to the Warranty Conditions:
3. We warrant the Goods for all parts defective in workmanship or materials for
a (Warranty Period) period of 2 years from the date of purchase.
If the Goods prove defective within the Warranty Period by reason of improper workmanship
or material, we may, at our own discretion, repair or replace the Goods without charge.
Warranty Conditions
4. The Goods must be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This
Warranty does not apply should the defect in or failure of the Goods be attributable
to misuse, abuse, accident or non-observance of manufacturer’s instructions on the
part of the user. As far as the law permits, the manufacturer does not accept liability
for any direct or consequential loss, damage or other expense caused by or arising
out of any failure to use the Goods in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Exhaustible components (such as batteries, filters and brushes) of the Goods are
included under this Warranty only where there is a defect in workmanship or materials
used.
6. The warranty granted under clause 3 is limited to repair or replacement only.
7. Any parts of the Goods replaced during repairs or any product replaced remain the
property of the manufacturer. In the event of the Goods being replaced during the
Warranty Period, the warranty on the replacement Goods will expire on the same
date as for the Warranty Period on the original Goods which are replaced.
8. In order to claim under the warranty granted under clause 3 you must:
(a) Retain this warranty with your receipt/proof of purchase; and
(b) Return the Goods to us at the relevant address or to the Supplier by prepaid
freight within the Warranty Period accompanied with (i) the legible and unmodified
original proof of purchase, which clearly indicates the name and address of the
Supplier, the date and place of purchase, the product name or other product serial
number and (ii) this warranty.
9. This warranty is immediately void if:
(a) Any serial number or appliance plate is removed or defaced;
(b) The Goods have been serviced or otherwise repaired by a person not authorised
to do so by us or where non approved replaced parts are used.
10. The Goods are designed for domestic use only. The Goods must be connected to the
electrical voltage requirements as specified in the ratings label located on the Goods.
11. This warranty does not cover the cost of claiming under the warranty or transport
of the Goods to and from the Supplier or us.
12. This warranty is only valid and enforceable in Australia against Spectrum Brands
Australia Pty Ltd and in New Zealand against Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd.
Contact us or the Supplier for further details.
Register your product online
If you live in Australia please visit: www.spectrumbrands.com.au/warranty
If you live in New Zealand Please visit: www.spectrumbrands.co.nz/warranty
Registration of your warranty is not compulsory, it gives us a record of your purchase
AND entitles you to receive these benefits: Product information; Hints and tips; Recipes
and news; Information on special price offers and promotions.
Any questions? Please contact Customer Service for advice.
.(Warranty Period)

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Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd
Locked Bag 3004 Braeside
Victoria 3195 Australia
Customer Service in Australia
TollFree: 1800 623 118
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.spectrumbrands.com.au
Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd
PO Box 9817 Newmarket
Auckland 1149 New Zealand
Customer Service in New Zealand
TollFree: 0800 736 776
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.spectrumbrands.co.nz
Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd and Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd
Warranty Against Defects
In this warranty:
Australian Consumer Law means the Australian consumer law set out in Schedule 2 to the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010;
CGA means the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993;
Goods means the product or equipment which was accompanied by this warranty and
purchased in Australia or New Zealand, as the case may be;
Manufacturer, We or us means:
1. for Goods purchased in Australia, Spectrum Brands Australia Pty Ltd ABN, 78 007 070 573;
or
2. for Goods purchased in New Zealand, Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd, as the case
may be, contact details as set out at the end of this warranty;
Supplier means the authorised distributor or retailer of the Goods that sold you the Goods in
Australia or in New Zealand; and
You means you, the original end-user purchaser of the Goods.
1. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer
Law, or the CGA. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled
to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
2. The benefits provided by this Warranty are in addition to all other rights and remedies in
respect of the Goods which the consumer has under either the Australian Consumer Law
or the CGA. The original purchaser of the Goods is provided with the following Warranty
subject to the Warranty Conditions:
3. We warrant the Goods for all parts defective in workmanship or materials for
a (Warranty Period) period of 2 years from the date of purchase.
If the Goods prove defective within the Warranty Period by reason of improper workmanship
or material, we may, at our own discretion, repair or replace the Goods without charge.
Warranty Conditions
4. The Goods must be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This
Warranty does not apply should the defect in or failure of the Goods be attributable
to misuse, abuse, accident or non-observance of manufacturer’s instructions on the
part of the user. As far as the law permits, the manufacturer does not accept liability
for any direct or consequential loss, damage or other expense caused by or arising
out of any failure to use the Goods in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Exhaustible components (such as batteries, filters and brushes) of the Goods are
included under this Warranty only where there is a defect in workmanship or materials
used.
6. The warranty granted under clause 3 is limited to repair or replacement only.
7. Any parts of the Goods replaced during repairs or any product replaced remain the
property of the manufacturer. In the event of the Goods being replaced during the
Warranty Period, the warranty on the replacement Goods will expire on the same
date as for the Warranty Period on the original Goods which are replaced.
8. In order to claim under the warranty granted under clause 3 you must:
(a) Retain this warranty with your receipt/proof of purchase; and
(b) Return the Goods to us at the relevant address or to the Supplier by prepaid
freight within the Warranty Period accompanied with (i) the legible and unmodified
original proof of purchase, which clearly indicates the name and address of the
Supplier, the date and place of purchase, the product name or other product serial
number and (ii) this warranty.
9. This warranty is immediately void if:
(a) Any serial number or appliance plate is removed or defaced;
(b) The Goods have been serviced or otherwise repaired by a person not authorised
to do so by us or where non approved replaced parts are used.
10. The Goods are designed for domestic use only. The Goods must be connected to the
electrical voltage requirements as specified in the ratings label located on the Goods.
11. This warranty does not cover the cost of claiming under the warranty or transport
of the Goods to and from the Supplier or us.
12. This warranty is only valid and enforceable in Australia against Spectrum Brands
Australia Pty Ltd and in New Zealand against Spectrum Brands New Zealand Ltd.
Contact us or the Supplier for further details.
Register your product online
If you live in Australia please visit: www.spectrumbrands.com.au/warranty
If you live in New Zealand Please visit: www.spectrumbrands.co.nz/warranty
Registration of your warranty is not compulsory, it gives us a record of your purchase
AND entitles you to receive these benefits: Product information; Hints and tips; Recipes
and news; Information on special price offers and promotions.
Any questions? Please contact Customer Service for advice.

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Russell Hobbs appliance. Each unit is
manufactured to ensure safety and reliability.
Before using the appliance for the first time, please read this instruction booklet carefully
and keep it for future reference. Pass it on if you pass on the appliance.
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
1. Easy-view glass door
2. Power indicator light
3. Temperature knob
4. Timer/toast knob with stay on
setting
5. Slide out crumb tray
6. Baking pan/drip tray
7. Slide rack/grill rack
8. Extra deep curved interior
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GETTING STARTED
• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the power plug.
• Remove and save literature.
• Wash all removable parts as instructed in Care and Cleaning section.
• Select a location where this unit is to be used, allowing enough space from the back of the
unit and wall to allow heat to ow without damage to cabinets and walls.
• Plug into outlet.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR OVEN
1. This oven gets hot. When in use, always use oven mitts or potholders when touching any
outer or inner surface of the oven.
2. When using the oven for the rst time, you may notice smoke or a slight odor during the
rst few minutes. This is normal.
3. You must set the timer or select ‘stay on’ for the oven to function.
4. Be sure food or baking dish does not come within 1 1/2 inches (4cm) of the top heating
elements.
5. Food should not extend beyond the edges of the baking pan/drip tray to avoid drippings
from falling onto the heating elements.
6. The heating elements will cycle on and off to maintain even heat distribution.
COOKING CONTAINERS
Metal, ovenproof glass or ceramic bakeware can be used in your oven. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the top edge of the container is at least 1 1/2 inches (4cm)
away from the upper heating elements.
ADVANCED COOKING TECHNOLOGIES
EVENTOAST TECHNOLOGY™
Delivers delicious and even toast.
The Bake Expert Mini Oven evenly distributes heat and infrared energy
throughout the oven cavity optimising even toasting.
NATURAL CONVECTION
With improved airow for more even cooking.
Natural Convection provides delicious cooking results. This Russell
Hobbs unit was engineered to precisely manage air circulation based on
the principles of thermodynamics.

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OPERATING YOUR OVEN
THERE ARE THREE WAYS TO TURN THE TOASTER OVEN ON:
• Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob to ‘stay on’.
• Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then back to desired
toast shade.
• Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then to desired time.
To turn OFF, turn the ‘timer/toast’ knob to the Oposition.
TOAST FUNCTION
It is not necessary to preheat the oven for toasting.
1. Set ‘temperature’ knob to ‘toast’ position.
2. Open oven door and insert slide rack.
3. Place items to be toasted directly on slide rack and close the door.
4. Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then turn back to desired toast shade.
5. The power indicator light comes on and remains on until toasting cycle is complete.
NOTE: The toast markings are indicative only and results will vary. Always monitor the cooking
process.
6. When toast cycle is complete, there will be an audible signal. The oven and the power
indicator light will go off.
7. Open the oven door. Using oven mitts or pot holders, slide the rack out to remove the
toast.
8. Unplug appliance when not in use.
For best results, place the bread in the locations shown.
NOTE: You must set the timer/toast knob as desired for the oven to begin toasting.
BAKING FUNCTION
NOTE: For best results, when baking or cooking, always preheat the oven for at least 10
minutes at the desired temperature setting.
1. Set ‘temperature’ knob to the desired temperature.
2. Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then to desired baking time, including preheat time.
(Select ‘stay on’ to bake longer than 30 minutes or to control cooking time yourself.)
3. The power indicator light comes on and remains on during the entire baking time.
4. The heating elements will cycle on and off to maintain even heat distribution.

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5. Once oven has preheated, open oven door and insert food. Close oven door.
NOTE: Use a glass or ceramic baking dish placed on the slide rack.
6. If using the oven timer, there will be an audible signal once the baking cycle is complete.
The oven turns off and the light goes out. If not using the oven timer, turn the oven to O
once cooking cycle is complete.
7. Open the oven door. Using oven mitts or pot holders, slide the rack out to remove the
cooked food.
8. Unplug appliance when not in use.
GRILL FUNCTION
NOTE: When grilling, preheat oven for 10 minutes.
1. Set ‘temperature’ knob to ‘grill’.
2. Open oven door and using the bake pan as a drip tray, insert it under the slide rack and
place food directly on slide rack/grill rack.
3. Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then to desired grilling time, including 5-minute
preheat or to ‘stay on’.
NOTE: You can cook your food 3 ways:
• Use the bake pan/drip tray placed on the slide rack.
• Place the bake pan/drip tray under the slide rack.
• Place the food directly on the slide rack / grill tray.
4. When nished grilling, there will be an audible beep. Turn the ‘timer/toast’ selector to the
Oposition. The power indicator light goes off.
5. Using an oven mitt or pot holder, pull out slide rack together with bake pan to remove
food.
6. Unplug appliance when not in use.
KEEP WARM FUNCTION
1. Turn ‘temperature’ knob to ‘warm’.
2. Turn ‘timer/toast’ knob past 10 and then to desired warming time.
(Select ‘stay on’ to control cooking time yourself.)
NOTE: This feature is designed to keep already cooked foods warm after they have been
cooked. This function should be used for short periods of time; to prevent food from drying out,
cover with foil.
3. When cycle is complete, there will be an audible signal. The oven and the power indicator
light will go off.
4. If not using the oven timer, turn the ‘timer/toast’ selector knob to Oonce cycle is complete.
5. Unplug appliance when not in use.

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CARE AND CLEANING
Important: Before cleaning any part, be sure the oven is off, unplugged, and cool.
1. Clean the glass door with a sponge, soft cloth, or nylon pad and warm, soapy water. Do
not use a spray cleaner.
2. To remove the slide rack, open the door, pull the rack forward and out.
3. Wash the slide rack in soapy water or in a dishwasher. To remove stubborn spots, use a
polyester or nylon pad.
4. Wash the bake pan in sudsy water. To minimize scratching, use a polyester or nylon pad.
5. Pull out crumb tray and dispose of crumbs. Wipe tray with a damp cloth and dry
thoroughly before placing back into the oven.
6. Wipe the outside of the oven with a damp cloth or sponge. Dry thoroughly.
7. Do not attempt to clean the heating elements. Any food that comes into contact with the
elements will burn on its own.
SEE THE SEPARATE RECIPE BOOKLET FOR SOME RECIPES TO GET YOU STARTED.

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NOTES:

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