Rival RO180 Owner's Manual

©2004, The Rival Company

A Division of The Holmes Group, Inc.

Printed in China 428-1351

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

The manufacturer warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one (1) year
from date of original purchase. If you have a claim under this warranty please follow these procedures:

1) Within the first 45 days from date of original purchase, defective product should be returned to original
place of purchase for replacement (with proof-of-purchase).

2) Within the first 12 months from date of purchase the manufacturer will repair or replace (at no charge) the
defective product if it is delivered freight prepaid during that period to an authorized service station. To obtain
warranty service visit:

www.rivalproducts.com

Or, you may write to Rival c/o The Holmes Group, attention: Consumer Returns, 32 B Spur Drive, El Paso, TX

79906. Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service - SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT. This
warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and does not apply to commercial use, unreasonable use,
or to damage to the product (not resulting from defect or malfunction) while in the possession of the
consumer. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for consequential, incidental, or commercial
losses caused by the use of this product. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

18 QT. ROASTER OVEN

Owner’s Guide

(Some Assembly Required)

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using.

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

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse roaster base,
cord, or plug 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 and before cleaning.

6. Do not operate Roaster Oven with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to the manufacturer (see warranty) for examination,
repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Rival may
cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces, including the stove.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. CAUTION: Steam escaping from under cover or food warming pans is
hot and can cause burns.

13. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.

14. Use oven mitts to remove the REMOVABLE ROASTING PAN from the
Roaster Oven; or to remove a baking pan or cooked food from the
REMOVABLE ROASTING PAN.

15. To disconnect turn control to "OFF", then remove plug from wall
outlet.

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POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider

than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet

only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the

outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm
do not use that outlet.

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts
inside. Do not attempt to service this product. Do not immerse base in water
or other liquid.
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from
entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE

USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER, THE MARKED ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD
BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE ROASTER OVEN.

The extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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1. Remove all packaging materials.

2. Wash the REMOVABLE ROASTING PAN, ROASTING RACK, and LID in hot,
soapy water using a sponge or wash cloth. Rinse thoroughly.

3. The outside of the ROASTER OVEN BODY may be cleaned with a soft cloth and
warm soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Do not immerse
the ROASTER OVEN BODY in water.

NOTE: Due to manufacturing process, some smoke and odor may be noticed
during the first use. This should disappear after the first heating of the Roaster Oven.

• Always use the REMOVABLE ROASTING PAN in the roaster oven when
cooking.

NOTE:

Never place food or liquid directly into the ROASTER OVEN BODY.

•Avoid the steam vents when removing or lifting the LID.

• Significant amounts of heat escape whenever the LID is removed; therefore

USING YOUR ROASTER OVEN

PREPARING YOUR ROASTER OVEN FOR USE

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KNOW YOUR ROASTER OVEN

LID

REMOVABLE
ROASTING PAN

REMOVABLE
ROASTING RACK

ROASTER
OVEN BODY

TEMPERATURE
CONTROL

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1. Place the REMOVABLE ROASTING PAN into the ROASTER OVEN BODY.

2. Make sure that the TEMPERATURE CONTROL is in the OFF position, then
plug cord into a 120 volt AC outlet.

3. Turn the Roaster on by turning the TEMPERATURE CONTROL to the desired
temperature.

4. Preheat for 15 to 20 minutes.

5. Place ROASTING RACK into the REMOAVBLE ROASTING PAN, put food on
the RACK, and place the LID on the Roaster Oven. NOTE: Some foods or
recipes do not require the ROASTING RACK to be used.

6. When finished, turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL to the OFF position and
unplug Roaster Oven from outlet.

7. Remove LID and using oven mitts, remove the ROASTING RACK with food
and serve.

the cooking time must be extended. Avoid frequent removal of the LID for
checking cooking progress or stirring.

•To use the LID RESTfeature, hold the LID upright by the HANDLE and place
the edge of the LID under the metal tabs just above either side HANDLE.

• Convenience foods can be baked in the roaster oven. Place container on
ROASTING RACK. Follow package directions.

• Meats roasted in your Roaster Oven will be moist and tender . For additional
browning, brush oil or butter over the meat before cooking.

•To create a darker roasted, crispier skin poultry , do not add liquids (with the
exception of the basting butter or oil) until there are only 30 minutes left
of cooking.

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TIPS FOR ROASTING

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