Ronco 5270 User Manual
TM
Rotisserie Oven
INSTRUCTIONS & RECIPES
Best Rotisserie
“Dollar for dollar, the finest
kitchen appliance ever
made.”
- Malcolm Gladwell,
What the Dog Saw
Set It and Forget It!
Time is precious. Just set
the timer and we’ll do the
rest, leaving you more time
for family.
®
Cook Like a Gourmet
Makes perfectly roasted
chickens, turkey, pork or rib
roasts, and burgers that are
delicious and healthy too!
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TM Rotisserie
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards / Cleaning & Care ..................................................................3-5
Rotisserie Model Specs ............................................................................................... 6
Parts Included ............................................................................................................. 6
Getting Started: Setting Up Your Rotisserie ................................................................. 7
Non-stick Spit Rod Assembly ............................................................................... 8
Rotisserie Basket .................................................................................................. 9
How to Tie Chicken & How to Tie Turkey .........................................................10-11
Placing Poultry on the Spit Assembly ................................................................... 12
A or B Cooking Position ....................................................................................... 13
Loading the Spit Assembly .................................................................................. 14
Digital Timer ....................................................................................................... 15
Carving Platform ................................................................................................. 16
Time & Temperature Chart .................................................................................. 17
Available Accessories (sold separately) ...............................................................18-22
Cautions & Helpful Hints ......................................................................................23-24
Meal Suggestions & Recipes ................................................................................25-29
6 Easy Steps to Rotisserie Chicken ......................................................................30-31
Warranty ................................................................................................................... 32
Seals in natural juices and drains off unwanted fat as it cooks. About ¼ cup of animal
fat drips off a 4 lb. chicken.
Evenly browns chicken, roasts, seafood, vegetables, chops, steaks, hamburgers,
sausages, hams, pork loin roasts, and even ribs!
Timer makes it easy to use and automatically shuts off when the time is up.
Dishwasher safe. Drip Tray, Entire Spit Rod Assembly, Glass Door, and Kabob Rods are
all dishwasher safe.
The Rotisserie Basket allows you to enjoy greater variety of Rotisserie foods and
wraps (placing foods in foil, then in Basket).
Lighted Oven makes it easy and fun to watch your food cook.
Energy Efficient. Cooks faster than a conventional oven but still uses about
half the electricity!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The EZ-Store Rotisserie WILL NOT turn on without the back legs extended and the
rotisserie in the up-right position. Heat Shield,and Drip Tray must also be in place.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
taken, including the following:
1. VERY IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before using the machine.
2. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance itself
in water or other liquids.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. NOTE: (Glass Door, top, back and sides of the Rotisserie,
as well as the Drip Tray, Heat Shield and Heating Element all get very hot during use
and retain heat after use.) Always use adequate oven mitts or gloves when handling
these hot surfaces and when checking hot foods.
4. FOR ADULT USE ONLY: Close supervision is always necessary when the Rotisserie
is used near children.
5. Unplug Rotisserie from outlet when not in use, and allow unit to cool thoroughly
before putting on or taking off parts, such as the Drip Tray before cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to
Ronco Holdings, Inc. for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
Call 1-855-85-RONCO (76626) for return instructions.
7. Turn off and unplug the Rotisserie if you smell or see heavy smoke or fire. After it
has cooled down, make adjustments so nothing touches the Heating Element as the
food rotates. Do not open the Glass Door until it has cooled down. This is an electrical
appliance; never put water in it, or on it to cool it down or stop it from smoking.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Ronco Holdings,Inc. may cause
injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven
or near easily flammable material.
12. Use only on a stable, heat-resistant surface and place unit at least 8” (inches) from
walls and 8” clear above unit.
13. To disconnect, turn rotisserie OFF, then grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Do not
pull on cord.
14. Always unplug the unit before attempting to move it. Never move the unit when
it contains hot oil, liquids or hot foods.
15. Use extreme caution when working near the hot pieces and the Heating Element
after using Rotisserie as these parts become (and remain) very hot. Also use maximum care when removing Drip Tray or disposing of hot grease or other hot liquids.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3
EZ-Store™ Rotisserie
16. When using the Rotisserie Baskets, be sure no small bones or other food can fall
between or extend beyond the wires and catch on the Drip Tray or Heating Element
or anything else during rotation. It is important to check while cooking. If the food
moves around inside the Basket, stop the machine. Put Oven Gloves on and carefully take out the Basket. Tighten the lid down further so the food can’t move or slip
around in the Basket as it rotates. The Basket gets hot so please use caution.
17. Do not clean with a metal scouring pad. Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock. In addition, scouring pads may
damage Rotisserie finish or the nonstick parts.
18. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
19. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the appliance as they may
create a fire or risk of electrical shock.
20. Do not cover crumb/drip tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause
overheating of the oven.
21. Front, back, top, bottom and side surfaces become very hot. Do not allow contact
with any objects. A fire may occur if the Rotisserie is covered or touching flammable
material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
22. Do not place or store any objects or material other than foods and manufacturer’s
recommended accessories in the Rotisserie. Do not place or store anything on top
of the Rotisserie when plugged.
23. Unplug unit before changing/replacing the interior light bulb (25 watt small
appliance bulb).
24. Polarized Electrical Plug: To reduce the hazard of potential shock, this item has a
polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other), which will fit only one way in a
polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit the outlet properly, turn the plug the other
way; if it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Never use
this plug with an extension cord unless it fits properly. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT
THIS SAFETY FEATURE.
25. SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS: A short cord is provided to reduce the risks of
becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used
if care is exercised in their use and the wattage rating is at least as great as the
wattage stamped on the back of the appliance. If an extension cord is used, it
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter or tabletop where
it can be reached by children or tripped over accidentally.
26. HEAR A SQUEAK? No problem. Put a drop or two of vegetable oil on the Gear Wheel
Nub before inserting the Spit Rod Assembly in the machine.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT: “Set It and Forget It”
(written and DVD) have been carefully followed.
Make sure food safely rotates without touching the Heating Element.
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only after all instructional materials
Please Don’t Take “Set It and Forget It”® Literally
Always use caution and check on your Rotisserie from time to time.
It is highly unlikely, but if you should see or smell heavy smoke it’s because the food is
rubbing against the hot Heating Element. This indicates that the meat or poultry is too
big or it wasn’t placed properly - or the food is off-center (lopsided) on the spit rods or
in the basket. If this occurs:
Turn off and unplug your machine. Do not open the Glass Door. Let it cool down.
Trim any excess fat or meat, position your food tightly in the basket and be sure the
food is centered in the basket so it always rotates without touching the Heating Element.
Cleaning and Caring for your Rotisserie
BEFORE FIRST USE: Be sure the Rotisserie is not plugged in. Wash and dry the
removable parts in warm soapy water. Never immerse the machine or the cord in
water. Keep at least 8 inches of clearance on all sides and do not place it under a
cabinet when in use. A little smoke is normal when you first use the machine.
The Glass Door:
the Rotisserie base (see pg 7 for diagram).
After Use: Unplug and allow it to cool before washing any parts. NOTE: The Heating
Element cleans itself and no other maintenance is necessary.
The Light: The light is on when the heat is on. Replace light bulb with a 25 watt appliance bulb when needed.
Never Use Metal Cleaning Pads on the Non-stick Surfaces. They will permanently
scratch the surfaces of the Grate Cover, Drip Tray, Steaming Tray, etc.
Discoloration? Some discoloration over time is to be expected when you work with
hot food - especially food with fat. It’s normal and will not affect the function. On white
machines it gets slightly browner on the front of the machine by the Glass Lid. While
not recommended, you can return your machine and, for a nominal fee, the factory will
refinish the special outside surface.
Cleaning Stainless Steel (Stainless Model Only) - We recommend cleaners or wipes
designed specifically for stainless steel surfaces. These cleaners are available at your
local grocery or hardware store.
Any repairs should be handled only by an authorized service facility. Call Customer
Service at 1-855-85-RONCO (76626) and leave a message if after standard business
hours. Or you can contact us via email at support@ronco.com or visit our help desk
http://support.ronco.com.
Turn lid right-side-up and insert the side lid pins into the pivot holes in
CLEANING & CARE 5
EZ-Store™ Rotisserie
ROTISSERIE MODEL SPECS
5250, 5260, 5270 Series
• Dimensions: 17.25” W x
12.75” H x 15..75” D
• 15 lb Cooking Capacity
NOTE: The model number is located on the back of your E-Z Store™ Rotisserie.
UNPACKING ROTISSERIE
A. Fold flaps back,
carefully turn box
over and lift up.
B. Tip on one
face of styrofoam
block and carefully
remove Rotisserie.
PARTS INCLUDED
Glass Lid/Top
Non-stick Spit Rod Assembly
(2 Gear Wheels and 2 Spit Rods)
(And load the Spit Rod Assembly)
6 ROTISSERIE MODELS & PARTS INCLUDED
Non-stick Rotisserie Basket
(Refer to pg 8 before using)
C. Carefully pull
styrofoam blocks
off the Rotisserie.
Rotisserie
Heat Shield
Removable Drip Tray
(comes inserted in base)
Oven Gloves
Instructions & RecipesCarving Platform
NOTE: All included
components are
located in the basket
inside the Rotisserie.
Food Ties
GETTING STARTED: Setting Up Your Rotisserie
1. REMOVE PACKING TAPE: After you’ve unpacked your Rotisserie make sure you’ve
removed all of the packing tape used to secure the Rotisserie during shipment.
2. DEPLOY REAR LEGS: The legs can be extended by pushing the small RELEASE
BUTTON located on the right side of the Rotisserie. You will need to tilt the Rotisserie
towards you so the legs can fully extend.
Helpful Hint -For your safety, the
Rotisserie will only power on if the legs
are in the UP-RIGHT position AND the
DRIP TRAY is properly inserted.
Release Button
3. INSTALL GLASS LID/TOP: The lid comes packed and nested for storage. To assemble,
turn lid right-side-up and insert the LID PINS into the PIVOT HOLES in the Rotisserie
base as shown. You can now close the lid.
STORAGE POSITION
UP-RIGHT POSITION
Lid Pins
Pivot Holes
Lid Pins
Pivot Holes
4. PROPER DRIP TRAY & HEAT SHIELD INSTALLATION: The DRIP TRAY must be prop-
erly inserted and in place before the Rotisserie will power on. After each use, PRESS
the DRIP TRAY LATCH down to remove tray and empty grease. Never operate without
the HEAT SHIELD in place behind the heating element. To access the HEAT SHIELD for
cleaning, you must first remove the GLASS LID. Then slide the HEAT SHIELD out from
the top of the Rotisserie.
Drip Tray Latch
Install Heat Shield
Removable Drip Tray
IMPORTANT: FOR YOUR SAFETY, THE ROTISSERIE WILL ONLY
POWER ON IF THE LEGS ARE IN THE UP-RIGHT POSITION AND THE
DRIP TRAY IS PROPERLY INSERTED.
GETTING STARTED: SETTING UP YOUR ROTISSERIE 7
EZ-Store™ Rotisserie
GETTING STARTED (cont’d)
5. SPIT ROD ASSEMBLY: One end of the spit rod is held in place by a WIRE CLIP installed
on Gear Wheel A. Insert the notched end of the SPIT ROD into Gear Wheel A while
squeezing the WIRE CLIP together. The SPIT ROD is secure when the WIRE CLIP snaps
into the notch. Repeat with second SPIT ROD. Insert pointed ends of SPIT RODS into
Gear Wheel B. Place SPIT ROD ASSEMBLY inside the Rotisserie base.
CAREFUL!
Removable gear wheels (A & B) fit on the Spit Rods after food (or Basket) is loaded in
place. It is heavy and has sharp gear teeth. When carrying the Spit Rod Assembly
always carry Gear Wheel B upward so it won’t fall off.
Use CAUTION. Tips are sharp. Please be very careful with your hands when loading any
food onto the Spit Rods.
Notched End of Spit Rod
A
Wire Clip
B
IMPORTANT:
Before First Use, be sure the Rotisserie is not plugged in. Wash and dry the removable
parts in warm soapy water. Never immerse the machine or the cord in water. Keep at
least 8” (inches) of clearance on top and 8 inches all sides and do not place it under a
cabinet when in use. A little smoking is normal the very first time you use your machine.
Read the retain this instruction booklet for future reference regarding instruction
and safeguards.
Never cook foods larger than recommended for your model of E-Z Store™ Rotisserie.
QUICK SET-UP GUIDE (cont’d)
8
CAUTION: Keep at least 8” clearance all around from walls, cabinets and other
objects when using the rotisserie to prevent heat damage. Don’t put charcoal
briquettes, hickory chips or anything else in the machine that is not authorized by
Ronco Holdings, Inc. Do not use under cabinets. ROTISSERIE IS HOT!
Always use CAUTION with Hot Food and Metal Parts. The
Food, Basket and the Spit Assembly get HOT! Always wear
protective gloves when removing the Basket. If you feel the Oven
Gloves are not insulated enough to adequately protect you from
the hot surfaces you are handling, set whatever you are holding
down immediately and wait until the food and the metal parts
cool down. You may want to use a thicker oven glove or mitt.
Rotisserie Basket
Perfect for hamburgers, chicken pieces, vegetables, whole fish
and fish fillets, steaks, chops, cutlets and smaller flat roasts.
After putting the food in the Basket, compress the Basket lid very
tightly so no food can move, whatsoever. This can be done by
compressing the lid further. CAUTION: The Basket gets hot.
Be sure nothing extends out between the wires. Make sure
wings are all secure inside the Basket with no parts hanging
out so they can’t slip out and hang up on Drip Tray or Heating
Element.
You can use a small strip of aluminum foil inside the Basket
on the top and bottom edges (the edges that rotate near the
Heating Element) to keep the tips of the wings from burning.
Set the Spit Rods in the Carving Platform. Line up the two small
loops on the Basket with the Spit Rods. Then drop the Basket
down on the Spit Rods, and match it to the corresponding loops
on the other end of the Rotisserie Basket.
Check the Basket occasionally and be sure the food is still tight.
If not, stop the machine and carefully take out the Basket and
tighten the lid.
When the food in the Basket is done, you can remove the Basket
by keeping it in a horizontal position.
REMEMBER THE FOOD, SPIT ROD ASSEMBLY AND THE BASKET
ARE ALL HOT – TAKE PRECAUTIONS.
INSTRUCTIONS: Rotisserie Basket & Speed Basket 9
EZ-Store™ Rotisserie
Always use CAUTION with Hot Food and Metal Parts. The Food, Basket and the
Spit Assembly get HOT! Always wear protective gloves when removing the Basket.
If you feel the Oven Gloves are not insulated enough to adequately protect you
from the hot surfaces you are handling, set whatever you are holding down
immediately and wait until the food and the metal parts cool down. You may
want to use a thicker oven glove or mitt.
How to Tie Chicken
Elastic Food Ties are designed to be an easy-to-use method of securing poultry on
the Spit Rods. It is very important when using your E-Z Store™ Rotisserie that food is
securely tied and fits onto the Spit Rods so that the food will not touch the Heating Element and is evenly centered all around.
It is recommended that you cut off the tail from the chicken and remove any excess fat
or loose hanging parts – especially around the main cavity so heat can enter inside the
chicken while it’s cooking.
The illustration shows how to tie a bird with one or two ties.
Start Breast Side Down
Finish Breast Side Up
How to tie a chicken using 1 tie
With one tie you go behind each wing, cross over the back and pull it over the bottom
of the bird and up the front to hold the legs together. Then tuck the wings inside the tie.
If a Food Tie is too long, you can shorten it by tying a knot in it and cutting off the
excess with scissors.
10 INSTRUCTIONS: How to Tie Chicken
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