Black and Decker TO3217SS User Manual

AIR FRY TOASTER OVEN

HORNO TOSTADOR
CON FREIDORA DE AIRE

use and care manual
manual de uso y cuidado

TO3217SS

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Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be fol­lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use
handles or knobs.

• To protect against electrical
shock, do not immerse cord,
plug, or appliance in water or
other liquid.

• Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by or
near children.

• Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before cleaning. Allow
time to cool before putting on or
taking off parts.

• Do not operate any appliance
with a damaged cord or plug,
or if the appliance malfunctions
or has been damaged in any
manner. Contact consumer
support at the toll-free number
listed in the warranty section.

• The use of accessory
attachments not recommended
by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.

• Do not use outdoors.

• 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, turn the Timer
and Toast shade knobs to the O
position (OFF). Then unplug from
wall outlet.

• Do not use appliance for other
than intended use.

• Use caution when removing tray
or disposing of hot grease.

• Do not clean oven with metal
scouring pads. Pieces can break off
the pad and touch electrical parts,
causing risk of electric shock.

• Do not attempt to clean the
heating elements.

• Oversized foods or metal utensils
must not be inserted in a toaster
oven, as they may create fire or
risk of electric shock.

• A fire may occur if the toaster
oven is covered or touching
flammable materials including
curtains, draperies, walls, and the
like, when in operation. Do not
store any item on top of the unit
while in operation.

• Extreme caution should be
exercised when using containers
constructed of other than metal
or glass.

• Do not store any material,
other than manufacturer’s
recommended accessories, in
this oven when not in use.

• Do not place any of the following
materials in the oven: paper,
cardboard, plastic, and other
items not constructed of oven
safe metal and glass pans.

• Do not cover crumb tray or any
part of this oven with metal foil.
This will cause overheating in
the oven.

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• 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
instructions concerning use
of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with

• The appliance is not intended
to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate
remote-control system.

• Do not leave unattended while
in operation. Food ignition may
occur. If this happens, unplug the
unit, but DO NOT open door. To
reduce the risk of fire, keep oven
interior completely clean and free
of food residues, oil, grease and
other combustible materials.

the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

GROUNDED PLUG

As a safety feature, this product is equipped with a grounded plug, which will only
fit into a three-prong outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. Improper
connection of the grounding conductor may result in the risk of electric shock. Consult
a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent

removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt
to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should
be done only by authorized service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

a) A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
b) Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If an extension cord is used:

1) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as

the electrical rating of the appliance;

2) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a

grounding-type 3-wire cord; and

3) The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or

tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed
in these instructions.

CAUTION

THIS OVEN GETS HOT.
WHEN IN USE, ALWAYS USE OVEN MITTS OR
POT HOLDERS WHEN TOUCHING ANY OUTER

OR INNER SURFACE OF THE OVEN.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
AIR FRY TOASTER OVEN

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† 1. Air Fry mesh cooking rack

(Part# TO3215-01)
† 2. Rack (Part# TO3250-06)
† 3. Bake pan/drip tray

(Part# TO3250-05)

4. Easy-view glass door

5. Power indicator light

6. Temperature/cooking function knob

7. Timer knob

8. Toast shade knob
† 9. Crumb tray*

(Part# TO3217-01)
*See Getting Started section for correct position.
Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

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There are three ways to turn the toaster oven ON:

• Turn Timer knob past 10 and then to desired time.

• Turn Timer knob to “Stay On”.

• Turn the Toast shade knob past medium shade
desired toast shade.

To turn OFF turn the Timer and Toast shade knobs to the

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

and then to

position.

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GETTING STARTED

This appliance is intended for household use only.

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the plastic band around the
power plug.

• Remove and save literature.

• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/blackanddecker to register your warranty.

• 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 flow without damage to cabinets and
walls. During operation, the unit should have
6 inches or more of clearance around sides,
back, and top.

• Before use, make sure that the crumb tray is
inserted below the heating elements.

Important information about using your oven

• This oven gets hot. When in use, always use oven mitts or potholders when

touching any outer or inner surface of the oven.

• When using the oven for the first time, you may notice smoke or a slight odor

during the first few minutes. This is normal.

• Be sure food or baking pan does not come within 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) of the top

heating elements.

• Food should not extend beyond the edges of the baking pan to avoid

drippings from falling onto the heating elements.

• Many factors influence cook times such as altitude, humidity and variations in

electrical grids. For best results, monitor the end of the cook cycle.

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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 (3.81cm) away from the upper
heating elements.

• Temperatures in the oven will be lower than your set point. This is due to

advanced heating elements used in this oven. Temperature dial settings have
been calibrated to provide expected results for most recipes taking into
account the advanced heating elements.

• You must set the timer or select Stay On for the oven to function.

• 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 / broil rack.

-Place food on Air Fry mesh rack

heating
elements

crumb tray

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OR

BAKE

Note: For best results, when baking or cooking, preheat the oven for at least
10 minutes at the desired temperature setting.

Note: This oven has been designed to cook rapidly. Please inspect your items
earlier than the prescribed cook time for a conventional oven to ensure that
they do not get overcooked.

Open oven door and insert rack to the middle rack position.

1. Place items to be baked directly on wire rack or place pan on wire rack.

2. If the items are going to be placed directly on the wire rack, slide the baking
pan into the guide under the wire rack to catch drippings during baking.

3. Set temperature selector knob to the desired temperature.

4. Turn TIMER selector knob to 20 and then turn to desired baking time. Select
Stay On to bake longer than 60 minutes or to control cooking time yourself. The
power indicator light comes on and remains on during the entire baking time.

Note:

You must set the timer for the oven to function.

5. Once oven has preheated, open oven door and insert food. Close oven door.

6. If using the oven timer, there will be an audible signal once the baking cycle
is complete. The oven turns off and the power indicator light goes out. If not
using the oven timer, turn the oven off once the 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.

AIR FRY

Air Fry technology uses high intensity hot air to bake, brown, and crisp your
favorite fried foods with little to no oil.

This mode operates the oven at 425°F. Use the cook times listed in the
cooking chart on page 10 or follow the food package recommendations for
baking. Adjust the cook time as needed to achieve your preferred crispiness.

Note: It is not necessary to preheat the oven for air frying.
Note: Arrange your food in a single layer on the mesh rack for optimal air

frying results. Stacking food in multiple layers may result in improperly
cooked food and slower cook times.

1. Place food on Air Fry mesh rack. No other racks, pans, or trays are needed.

2. Open door and slide Air Fry mesh rack with food into the middle or lower rack
position.

3. Set Temperature selector knob to AIR FRY position.

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4. Turn TIMER selector knob to 20 and then turn to desired Air Frying time. Select
Stay On to air fry longer than 60 minutes or to control cooking time yourself. The
power indicator light comes on and remains on during the entire Air Frying time.

Note:

You must choose Stay On or set the timer for the oven to start.

5. If using the oven timer, there will be an audible signal once the Air Fry cycle
is complete. The oven turns off and the power indicator light goes out. If not
using the oven timer, turn the oven off once the cooking cycle is complete.

6. Open the oven door. Using oven mitts or pot holders, slide the rack out to
remove the cooked food.

Note:

Clean out the crumb tray frequently when using the air fry setting.

7. Unplug the appliance when not in use.

BROIL

For optimal results use
not come within 1 1/2 inches of the top heating element.

1. Set temperature selector knob to BROIL.

2. Set the timer selector knob to 20 then turn back or forward to desired broiling
time. Select Stay On to bake longer than 60 minutes or to control cooking time
yourself. The power indicator light comes on and remains on during the entire
broiling time.

Note:

You must set the timer for the oven to function.

3. Once the oven is preheated, open oven door and insert food. Close oven door.

4. If using the oven timer, there will be an audible signal once the broiling cycle
is complete. The oven turns off and the power indicator light goes out. If not
using the oven timer, turn the oven off once the cooking cycle is complete.

5. Open the oven door. Using oven mitts or pot holders, slide the rack out to
remove the cooked food.

6. Unplug appliance when not in use.

Note:

For best results when broiling meat, turn over the meat half-way through

broiling.

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upper

rack position. Be sure food or baking dish does

TOAST

It is not necessary to preheat the oven for toasting.

1. Set temperature selector knob to TOAST position.

2. Open oven door and insert rack in the lower rack position. The toaster will hold
a maximum of 6 slices of bread, placed in a single layer.

3. Place items to be toasted directly on slide rack in the lower rack position and
close the door.

4. Turn toast shade selector knob to middle

5. The power indicator light comes on and remains on until toasting cycle is

and then turn to desired toast shade.

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