Toastmaster 310/310CAN User manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE
MODELS 310/310CAN
310/310CAN
•Large capacity handles 4 slices of toast
•Non-stick interior
•Rack advances when door is opened
•30-minute timer
•Includes bake tray and chrome plated wire rack
•Full range thermostat
Toaster Oven
Broiler
Questions
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READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all electrical
appliances and may cause personal injury or death. Please follow all
safety instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
◆Read all instructions before using appliance.
◆Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs and oven mitts.
◆To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plug or
appliance in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
◆This appliance is not for use by children.
◆Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near
children.
◆Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Always
turn temperature control to its lowest position and timer to Off
position before unplugging. Allow to cool before attaching or
removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.
◆Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer
Service for return authorization, examination, repair, or
adjustment.
◆The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
◆Do not use outdoors or while standing in damp area.
◆Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
◆Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven.
◆Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
◆To disconnect, press the Stop button, then remove pug from wall
outlet.
◆Use extreme caution when removing broiling pan or disposing of
hot grease.
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◆Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces of the pad may
break off and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric
shock.
◆Oversized foods or utensils must not be inserted into the
toaster-oven-broiler as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
◆When using this appliance, provide at least four inches of air space
above, behind and on both sides for air circulation. Do not store any
item on top of the appliance. Do not use on surfaces where heat may
cause a problem.
◆A fire may occur if the oven is covered or touching flammable material,
including curtains, draperies, walls, etc., when in operation.
◆Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers
constructed of other than metal.
◆Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s
recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
◆Do not place any flammable material such as paper, cardboard,
plastic, etc. in the oven.
◆Do not cover any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause
overheating of the oven.
◆When broiling, the bake/broil pan and broil insert must be used.
◆CAUTION: Never leave toaster-oven-broiler unattended when
broiling, top browing or toasting.
◆The toaster-oven-broiler is Off when the timer is in the off position
◆CAUTION: Hot surfaces.
◆Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of
personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware
stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an
extension cord is required, special care and caution is necessary. Also
the cord must be: (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V and
at least 13A., 1625 W., and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over accidentally.
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POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade
is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of
electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature.
ELECTRIC POWER: If the electric circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be
operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
This product is for household use only.
Remove all packaging materials including the piece of paper that has
been placed between the top of the oven door and oven for protection
during shipping. Also remove the piece of cardboard that has also been
placed between the bottom of the oven door and the oven.
Your product may vary slightly from illustration.
Bake Broil Temp
Timer
On
A. Power Light
B. Control Panel
C. Temperature Control
D. Rack Guides
E. Advancing Rack
F. Timer with “Off”
Figure 1 C. B.
A.
F.
D.
E.
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Bake Broil Temp
Timer
On
Figure 2
G.
G. Drop Down
Crumb Tray
H. Accessories
Bake Pan
(P/N 21575)
Wire rack
(P/N 21576)
Figure 3
Toaster-Oven-Broiler Use and Care Guide
Getting To Know Your
Toaster-Oven-Broiler
Your new Toastmaster toaster-oven-broiler has the versatility to bake,
broil, defrost, toast, top brown and keep foods warm. The adjustable
thermostat allows you to prepare recipes according to package or
recipe directions. The Power Light will be on any time the unit is
operating. Both upper and lower heating elements will be on when
toasting, baking, defrosting, and top browning and keeping foods
warm. Only the upper elements will be on when broiling and top
browning.
CAUTION: Appliance surfaces are hot during and after use.
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CAUTION: Always wear protective, insulated oven mitts on hands
when touching hot oven or hot dishes and food or when inserting or
removing rack, pan or baking dish.
Ovenware manufacturers do not recommend using see through glass
baking containers or lids in this oven. Glass-ceramic baking containers
may be used. Do not use oven roasting bags in this oven, as they may
come in contact with the heating elements.
Bake Pan and Wire Rack
For best results use pan to bake, broil, defrost, top brown, keep warm
and to minimize clean-up due to spills. For toasting, place bread
directly on rack.
Timer
The timer control dial also acts as the oven’s on and off switch. Turn
the timer clockwise to select the appropriate cooking time. If cooking
less than 30 minutes, turn timer to 30 minutes and then back to
desired cooking time. When cooking time is complete, a signal will
sound and the unit will turn off automatically.
If you are cooking for more than 30 minutes, or do not wish to use
the timer feature, simply turn the dial counter-clockwise to Stay On to
turn the oven on. Return to OFF position when cooking is complete.
Wire Rack
The wire rack must be used for all cooking functions.
Instructions For Toast
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
3. Turn the temperature control clockwise until the dial clicks past
the Broil position and into the Toast position. The dial will click
twice to reach the toast setting.
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Instructions For Toast (cont.)
4. Center food on rack and set the timer to the desired toast shade.
This will start the toast cycle. The power light will come on.
5. The unit shuts off automatically when the cycle is complete. The
power light will go off. Note: Watch toast until desired color is
achieved and shut off unit manually by turning the timer to the
OFF position. The power light will go off.
6. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Hints For Toast
◆Follow toaster food directions.
◆Frozen and heavy bread require a darker setting
(e.g. bagels and English muffins.)
◆One slice requires a lighter setting than several slices.
◆When toasting more than one batch, a lighter setting must be used
to obtain the same toast color.
Instructions For Top Brown
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
3. Turn temperature control to Broil position.
4. Center food on rack or use a bake pan and turn the timer to the
desired time. The power light will come on.
5. The unit shuts off automatically when the cycle is complete. The
power light will go off. Watch food to avoid over-browning.
6. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
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Hints For Top Brown
◆For a darker color set the timer for additional time to restart the
cycle. Watch until desired color is achieved and turn timer off
manually.
◆Top Brown may be used to top brown bagels, English muffins or
melt cheese on sandwiches or casseroles.
Instructions For Keep Warm
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
3. Center a baking container or food on the rack, or use bake pan.
Place in oven and close door.
4. Turn temperature control to 150°F. Turn timer to the desired
time.
The power light will come on.
5. When finished, turn temperature control to its lowest position and
timer to the OFF position. The power light will go off.
6. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Hints For Keep Warm
◆Use for short periods of time after food is cooked.
◆To heat frozen or cold foods, see instructions for defrost.
Instructions For Bake
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet. Turn temperature control to
desired setting. Preheat if necessary approximately 7 minutes.
Turn timer to desired time or to Stay On. The power light will
come on.
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Instructions For Bake (cont.)
3. Center a baking container or food directly on rack or use bake pan.
Place on rack and close door.
4. Bake according to package or recipe directions.
5. When finished turn timer to the OFF position and the
temperature control to its lowest position. The power light will go
off.
6. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Hints For Bake
◆To prevent heat loss, avoid opening door excessively.
Instructions For Defrost
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
3. Turn the temperature control to 150°F and timer to desired time
or to Stay on. The power light will come on.
4. Center a baking container or food on rack or use bake pan. Note:
Defrost will take approximately 1/3 of the time recommended on
the package for defrosting at room temperature.
5. When finished turn the temperature control to its lowest position
and timer to the OFF position. The power light will go off.
6. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Hints For Defrost
◆Do not use this method for meat, poultry or fish.
◆Do not cover food.
◆Brush frozen dough with vegetable oil to prevent drying out and
remove food to preheat oven before baking.
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Instructions for broil
1. Place rack in oven.
2. Position food on bake pan, place in oven and close door.
3. Plug into 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet.
4. Turn temperature control clockwise until the dial clicks in the
Broil position. Set the timer to the desired time or to Stay on. The
power light will come on. Preheating is not necessary.
5. When finished turn temperature control to its lowest position and
timer to the OFF position. The power light will go off.
6. Broil according to package or recipe directions.
7. Unplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Hints for broil
◆Trim excess fat from meat and score edges to reduce curling and
smoke.
◆Always thaw meats before broiling.
◆Remove grease from tray and wash after each use.
User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to a
qualified appliance repair techinician if servicing is needed.
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