Toastmaster TRST18 User manual

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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.
18-Quart Roaster Oven
Use and Care Guide - Model TRST18
•REMOVABLE 2-LEVEL ROASTING RACK WITH HANDLES
•EVEN-HEAT TECHNOLOGY FOR CONSISTENT, MOIST COOKING
•REMOVABLE, IMMERSIBLE PORCELAIN ENAMEL LINER FOR SERVING
AND EASY CLEANING
•EXTRA TALL DOMED LID FOR SELF-BASTING AND MOISTER COOKING

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons,
including the following:
•Read all instructions before using appliance.
•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
•To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the oven body, cord or
plug in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
•Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
•This appliance is not for use by children.
•Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
•The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
•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.
•Always plug appliance cord into the wall outlet, then adjust temperature
control to the desired temperature. To disconnect, turn temperature
control to the OFF position, then remove plug from wall outlet.
•Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.
•Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
•Do not use metal scouring pads on the exterior surface of the appliance.
Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts creating a risk of
electric shock.
•Always operate the appliance on a non-flammable, heat-resistant
surface. Never place it on carpet, furniture or other combustible
materials. Always operate in a well-ventilated area away from walls and
other combustible materials.
•Use caution when removing the cover of the appliance as the steam that
escapes is hot and can cause burns.
•Use the roasting pan only with the oven body.
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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

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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 13 A., 1625 W.,
and (2) 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
accidentally.
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.
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.
This product is for household use only.
High-Dome Cover is designed to control heat and moisture efficiently.
PRINCIPAL PARTS AND FUNCTIONS
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NOTE: When removing the cover from the roaster during or after cooking,
use care to avoid contact with escaping steam.
Vents are located in the top of the cover. They are designed to allow
moisture and steam to escape during cooking. These vents should never be
blocked.
Lid Rests are located on each of the side handles of the oven body and
provide a convenient storage location for the cover when foods are being
added to the roaster.
Roasting Pan has an 18-quart capacity and is removable for easy cleaning
in the dishwasher or the sink. Food can be left in the roasting pan with the
cover and refrigerated for storage.
Oven Body holds the roasting pan for cooking. It has double-wall
construction with wrap-around heating elements for even cooking and
insulation to hold in heat and keep kitchen cool.
NOTE: NEVER place food directly inside the oven body without using the
roasting pan.
Roasting Rack With Handles - chrome-plated wire rack fits into roasting
pan for most cooking purposes. Handles are convenient for removing large
items from the roasting pan and fold down for compact storage.
Flat Rack can be used in combination with the roasting rack in the roasting
pan. The flat rack slides on top over the handles of the roasting rack for two
level cooking. If space allows, baked goods should be placed on the top
level rack in the center of the oven. For best results, do not cook two levels
of baked goods at the same time.
Temperature Control has adjustable temperatures from 150° to 450°.
The thermostat will automatically cycle on and off to maintain the selected
setting inside the Roaster Oven.
Ready Light - goes out when the oven has reached the selected temperature.
As the thermostat cycles on and off to maintain the selected temperature,
the light will go on and off.
Roasting Chart is printed directly on the oven body as a quick reference
for roasting a variety of foods. More detailed information on roasting is
provided in this manual.
Baking Chart is printed directly on the oven body as a quick reference for
baking a variety of foods. More detailed information on baking is provided
in this manual.

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BEFORE YOUR FIRST USE
1. Read all instructions in this manual carefully. The information
included in this book will help you to use your Toastmaster 18-Quart
Roaster Oven to its fullest.
2. Carefully unpack the Roaster Oven and remove all packaging
materials.
3. Place your oven on a level surface such as a countertop or table. Be
sure the sides, back, and top of the oven are at least four inches
away from any walls, cabinets, or objects on the counter or table.
4. Remove all stickers from the oven except the rating label located on
the bottom.
5. Wipe the exterior surfaces with a clean, damp cloth or sponge, then
dry with another cloth. This will remove any dust that may have
settled during packaging.
6. Remove the ROASTING PAN, COVER, and RACKS and wash in hot
sudsy water or in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
7. Place the Roaster Oven in a well ventilated area.
8. Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC outlet. Set the TEMPERATURE
CONTROL to 450° to eliminate any protective substance or oil that
may have been used for packing and shipping. Operate the Roaster
Oven empty for about 60 minutes until odor and smoke disappear.
Turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL to OFF. Unplug the unit and allow
to cool.
9. This is a high-power appliance and should be the only appliance
operating on the circuit.
10. To avoid scratching, marring, discoloration, or fire hazard, do not
store anything on top of the oven, especially during operation.
USING YOUR ROASTER OVEN
1. Always preheat the roaster oven.
2. Place the ROASTING PAN in the ROASTER OVEN BODY. Place the
cover on the ROASTING PAN.
NOTE: Always place the food in the roasting pan. Never place food
or liquid directly in the OVEN BODY.
3. Be sure that the TEMPERATURE CONTROL is turned to the OFF
position.
4. Plug the cord into a 120-volt AC outlet.
5. Set the TEMPERATURE CONTROL to the desired temperature. The
oven is preheated when the ready light goes out.
6. Remove the cover and store it on the LID REST, using caution as the
cover will be hot. The cover will fit on the LID REST on either handle
of the ROASTER OVEN BODY in a horizontal or vertical position.
7. Add the food to the ROASTING PAN using potholders or oven mitts
as the surfaces will be hot. Always cook with the cover on the
ROASTING PAN.
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Do not use ROASTING RACK to prepare soups and stews.
9. For two-level cooking, place food on the ROASTING RACK WITH
HANDLES. Place the FLAT RACK over handles of the ROASTING RACK
WITH HANDLES (Fig. 1) and place the additional food on the FLAT RACK.
Two-level cooking is not recommended for baked goods. If space allows,
baked goods such as pies, cakes, cookies, and casseroles should be
placed on the FLAT RACK.
10. Cook according to recipe instructions.
11. When food is done, turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL to OFF and
unplug the cord from the outlet.
12. Carefully remove the food and allow the Roaster Oven to cool before
cleaning.
CAUTION: The ROASTER OVEN BODY, PAN, COVER, and RACKS will be
hot. Always lift the cover away from you to avoid steam and use pot
holders or oven mitts to remove food from the Roaster Oven.
TIPS FOR COOKING IN THE ROASTER OVEN
NOTE: Roaster Oven should always be preheated before using.
As a rule of thumb, the Toastmaster Roaster Oven roasts and bakes at
approximately the same temperature and time as a conventional oven. A
guide has been provided to assist you with roasting times. If there is nothing
similar, use the times and temperatures given in your recipe. Check 5 to
10 minutes before estimated finishing time to ensure desired results.
ROASTING
•Roasting meats in your Roaster Oven keeps them moist and tender. For
additional browning, add browning sauce to oil or butter and brush it
over the meat before cooking.
•For best results, roast dry. Do not add liquid until the last 30 minutes of
cooking. This will produce a darker roast and darker, crispier skin on
poultry.
•Simmering less tender cuts of meat will make them more tender. Adding
a gravy or sauce will provide extra flavor.
•To sear meat, preheat the roaster oven to 450°. Add oil or butter. Cover
and sear meat for 5 to 10 minutes per side until lightly browned.
•The use of a meat thermometer is recommended to achieve desired
degree of doneness.
Fig. 1

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BAKING
•Always place baking pans or casseroles on one of the roasting racks.
Never place pans on the bottom of the ROASTING PAN.
•If space allows, baked goods such as pies, cakes, cookies, and
casseroles should be placed on the flat rack.
•Use the large capacity of the Roaster Oven efficiently. It is large enough
to bake two loaves of bread, or to cook meat and a vegetable at the
same time.
•The ROASTING PAN will easily accommodate three 1 1⁄2-quart
casserole dishes. This is ideal for preparing a complete meal such as
meat, potatoes, and a vegetable at the same time.
•For easy clean-up, place foods that may boil over (such as fruit pies and
casseroles) on a cookie sheet before positioning on the rack.
•Convenience foods can be baked in the Roaster Oven. Place container
on the ROASTING RACK WITH HANDLES or the FLAT RACK. Follow
package directions.
•The Roaster Oven accommodates the following size baking pans:
1 - 12-cup muffin pan
1 - 6-cup jumbo muffin pan
2 - 12-cup mini muffin pan
1 - 8-, 9-, or 10-inch pie plate
1 - 14” x 8”x 1⁄2” baking sheet
1 - 13” x 9” x 2” baking dish
1 - 8- or 9-inch square baking pan
1 - 10-inch bundt pan or angel food pan
•Metal pans reflect and transfer heat better than glass pans. Glass pans
can be used if desired, but the bottom crust will not be as brown.
STEAMING
•Steaming is an easy way to cook tasty, nutritious, and healthy foods
without added fats.
SLOW COOKING
•For slow cooking, preheat oven to 450°. Brown meat and vegetables,
add liquid, and lower the temperature to 250°.
•Slow cooking is done at a low temperature. Always keep food covered.
Stirring is not necessary.
•Cut meat and vegetables into uniform-size pieces for even cooking.
•Add liquid sparingly, as little moisture escapes from the Roaster Oven
during cooking.
•To convert a standard recipe to slow cooking, double the time and
decrease the oven temperature to 250°.
•It is not necessary to brown meat and vegetables in a separate fry pan.
This can be done directly in the ROASTING PAN. Use the instructions in
the recipe section entitled Food For a Crowd as your guide to browning
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•When slow cooking meats and poultry, it is not necessary to use the
rack. The low temperature keeps the meat from sticking to the bottom of
the ROASTING PAN.
An assortment of recipes have been included in this booklet. Use these
recipes and the following charts as guides when adapting your favorite
recipes for use in the Toastmaster Roaster Oven.
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be
performed by an authorized service center. Failure to follow this instruction
may result in a fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

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ROASTING CHART
Meat Weight (lbs.) Temp. Setting Min./lb.
BEEF Standing Rib 4-5 325° 20-25
Sirloin Tip 3-5 350° 20-25
Tenderloin 31⁄2- 4 450° 8-12
Pot Roast 4-6 300° 30-40
Corned Beef 31⁄2- 4 300° 15-20
LAMB Leg 5-8 350° 25
Shoulder, boneless 3-4 350° 25
PORK Loin Roast 3-5 350° 25-30
Rolled Shoulder 4-6 350° 35-40
Chops 4-5 325° 15-20
Country-Style 8-10 450° to brown
Ribs 250° 15-20
SMOKED Ham, bone in 10-15 325° 20-25
PORK shankless
Ham, boneless 8-12 325° 15-20
Ham, fully cooked 5-10 325° 13-28
VEAL Loin 4-6 325° 30-35
Shoulder 3-5 325° 30-35
POULTRY Chicken, whole 31⁄2- 5 350° 15-17
Chicken, whole 6-8 350° 18-20
Chicken, pieces 6-8 350° 8-10
Cornish Hens (4) 31⁄2- 41⁄2400° 15-20
Duck 4-5 425° 20-25
Turkey, prebasted 10-14 375° 12-17
Turkey, prebasted 14-22 375° 13-18
Turkey, fresh 10-14 350° 15-20
*Always preheat prior to roasting

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BAKING CHART
Food Temp. Setting Baking Time (min.)
Muffins 425° 15-20
Quick Bread 375° 65-75
Yeast Bread 400° 40-45
Yeast Rolls 400° 18-20
Cookies 350° 11-13
Brownies 350° 25-30
Cupcakes 350° 20-25
Sheet Cake 350° 40-45
Pound Cake 350° 50-60
Bundt Cake 350° 50-60
Cheesecake 325° 50-60
Fruit Pie 425° 45-50
Custard Pie 350° 50-60
Pastry Shell 425° 10-13
Pizza (9-inch) 425° 20-25
Baked Potatoes 350°-400° 50-60
Sweet Potatoes 350°-400° 55-65
Scalloped Potatoes 350° 75-90
Winter Squash 400° 45-60
Baked Apples 350° 35-45
*Always preheat prior to roasting