Sharper Image 8217SI User Manual

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SUPER WAVE OVEN

ROASTS, BAKES, BROILS, AIR FRIES, GRILLS, BOILS & STEAMS

1300 Watt Power

Customer Service: 1-800-423-4248

Printed in China

Super Wave Oven ITEM NO.8217SI.

The Sharper Image® name and logo are registered trademarks.

Manufactured and Marketed by EMSON®. New York, NY 10001, USA

under license.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................... 2

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS............................................................................................................. 3

UNPACKING/ASSEMBLY................................................................................................................. 5

PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................................................................... 6

USAGE-BASICS ............................................................................................................................... 7

USAGE-DEHYDRATING FOOD .......................................................................................................... 9

USAGE-PRE-HEATING ..................................................................................................................... 9

USAGE-THAWING ............................................................................................................................ 9

SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES........................................................................................................ 10

HELPFUL TIPS................................................................................................................................ 13

CLEANING AND CARE.................................................................................................................... 13

Forget about traditional ovens, stove tops and microwaves.

Introducing The Sharper�� Image Super Wave Oven, a versatile cooker that combines halogen heat, convection and infrared technology keeping foods moist on the inside and browned outside without the use of added fats or oils.

Combines Halogen, Convection & Infrared Heat Technology

Cooks From Frozen, No Need To Defrost

Cooks Multiple Foods At The Same Time

Uses Less Energy

Halogen directly heats the surface of the food for browning. Convection

circulates the hot air, evenly distributing the heat. Gentle infrared heat

cooks food from inside out,

broil steaks, air fry chicken, grill meats,

make dessert. Bring frozen foods straight from the freezer

oven without defrosting. Includes extender ring for more capacity

and 2 cooking

meal at once. Taste the difference!

racks (low and high) so you can prepare a whole

sealing in juices. Roast chicken, bake fish,

steam vegetables and even

into the

and crispy on the

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Before using the electrical appliance, the following basic precautions should always be followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Keep oven out of reach of children.

3. Before use check that the voltage of wall outlet corresponds to the one shown on the rating plate.

4. 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 appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

5. If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized technician in order to avoid a hazard.

6. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or hot surface.

7. Do not immerse plug, cord or housing into water due to the risk of electric shock.

8. Close supervision is necessary when your appliance is being used near children.

9. 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 instruction 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.

10. Always wear protective, insulated oven mitts or gloves when removing food items or handling the unit. THE OVEN GETS VERY HOT.

11. Do not touch hot surfaces, use knobs or handles.

12. Always use the handle to remove the glass lid from the glass bowl.

13. Make sure the appliance is clean and dry prior to use.

14. Only place food in the appliance before setting the timer or after pre-heating.

15. Do not place near hot gas or electric burner.

16. The use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries to persons.

17. Do not operate the appliance for other than its intended use.

18. Do not use outdoors.

19. Do not touch or stare directly into the bulb.

20. Do not move the appliance when in use.

21. Use extreme caution when handling or disposing of hot oils or other hot liquids.

22. Do not place oversized food into the appliance, the glass lid must be completely closed.

23. Do not place paper, cardboard, plastic or other flammable materials inside the unit.

24. Always turn the unit by moving knob to OFF position before removing the plug from the wall outlet.

service agent or a qualified

25. Unplug from main power socket when not in use.

26. Always use the tongs provided when handling racks.

27. Servicing and repair should only be conducted by a qualified technician.

WARNING: CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat

Proper precautions must be taken to prevent

CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after turning off. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning.

- Position the appliance so that it is never against a wall or in a corner, against curtains or upholstery.

- When operating the appliance on a work surface keep the surrounding areas clear and free from clutter. Ensure adequate air space surrounding the appliance for circulation.

- Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.

- Do not operate this appliance with other major appliances plugged into the same power socket - there is a risk of blowing the fuse.

- Do not touch the hot appliance surfaces while the unit is on or while cooling.

- All users of this appliance must read and understand this User’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

- If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.

- Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.

and steam may escape during use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Do not attempt to repair the appliance, contact a qualified service technician. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over long cord. Do not use extension cord as it can be pulled on by children causing the unit to tip over.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug qualified

electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a

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UNPACKING - ASSEMBLY

PARTS AND FEATURES

PACKAGE CONTENTS:

MAIN OVEN UNIT (LID, GLASS BOWL AND BASE) EXTENDER RING (1) COOKING RACKS (2) TONGS (1)

UNPACKING - BEFORE FIRST USE

Unpack the unit and remove all packaging materials. bowl, plastic base, cooking racks and tongs in hot soapy water and allow to dry completely.

WARNING: Do not immerse the lid with control knobs, cord, or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Do not place glass lid into the dishwasher.

QUICK ASSEMBLY

1. Place the plastic base on a stable heat proof surface. DO NOT place it near edge of countertop or table.

2. Place the glass bowl onto the plastic base.

3. Place the low and high cooking racks into the glass bowl.

4. Place the glass lid on top of the glass bowl. The lid should sit on the inner rim of the bowl.

5. If using extender ring, place it on top of the glass bowl. Then place the lid on.

(See PARTS+USAGE instructions on pp. 6-8)

Before using the unit for the first time, thoroughly wash the glass

1. Glass Lid with Timer and Temperature Controls-features super tight seal

1a-timer controls 1b-temperature controls

2. Safety Handle-automatically turns the unit off when the handle is raised (shown in OFF position).

3. Extender Ring-increases capacity in order to cook larger foods.

4. High Cooking Rack-additional rack for extra food

5. Low Cooking Rack-main rack to cook foods

6. Glass Bowl-holds food to be cooked

7. Bowl Base-holds glass bowl

8. Tongs-use to lift hot trays with food from glass bowl

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USAGE-BASICS

(Refer to p. 6 for Parts Identification)

USAGE-BASICS

(Refer to p. 6 for Parts Identification)

PRIOR TO USE: IMPORTANT:

- Place the oven on a stable, heat-proof surface and make sure it is not near the edge of the table or countertop.

- Make sure that the power cord is not touching any hot surface.

- Always have enough space around the oven, so there is enough for cover when removed from the unit.

- Make sure you’ve placed the cooking racks inside the glass bowl prior to pre-heating and/or cooking.

- Always have the oven mitts ready to remove the lid and cooked food.

-You may use any oven safe pans, plates, tin foil, etc. that can be used inside the conventional oven.

ASSEMBLY-PLACING FOOD IN UNIT:

1. Open the glass lid and place the cooking racks inside, use one or both racks, depending on the amount of food. If only need to use 1 rack, use the lower rack. NOTE: You may combine both trays to make it a grid when cooking foods like french fries. Just place the high cooking rack in first, then layer the low cooking rack over the high rack. Align to form a grid. See Diagram on right

2. Place food to be cooked directly on rack (preferred method). This will allow the hot air to circulate around the food to be able to cook it faster and more even.

3. You can increase the capacity of your Super Wave Oven when cooking large foods such as a turkey (up to about 16 lb.). Your Super Wave Oven comes with the Extender Ring that you can place on top of the glass bowl.

4. Just place the flat part of the extender ring over the glass bowl’s lip. The extender has its own lip that will create a perfect seal with the unit’s lid. See Diagrams above and on right.

5. Close the lid. Do not lower the handle yet. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.

Top (with lip)

Bottom (flat)

EXTENDER RING

SETTING THE TIMER:

7. Set the timer knob to desired time by turning the knob clockwise (from 0 to 60 minutes).

IMPORTANT: When turning the timer controls, DO NOT rotate the knob counterclockwise, as it may damage the timer. If you have set the timer for longer than required, turn the oven off and wait for the timer to naturally countdown to the desired time. To turn the oven off,

bring the handle to its upright position as this will activate the safety switch.

TURNING UNIT ON/OFF:

8. Lower the handle until it snaps in, this will turn the unit ON. The handle MUST be flat down in its stored position for the oven to operate. IMPORTANT: The handle operates as a safety switch, as soon as it is lifted, the oven will turn off. Once the unit is ON, the halogen lamp and the fan will turn on. The power (red) and heat (green) lights will illuminate. The halogen lamp along with heat (green) light will keep cycling on & off to maintain the set temperature. It will go off when the required heat setting has been reached.

9. If at any time you need to check on the food, simply lift the handle up to turn the oven off.

CAUTION: Before removing the glass lid always bring the handle to its upright position as this will activate the safety switch and turn the oven off. The oven will be very hot. If using extender ring, be extra careful as it will get very hot during cooking process. It is strongly recommended to use oven mitts when removing the glass lid.

When done checking-lower the handle until it snaps in.

10. When the timer control reaches the OFF position, the oven will turn off automatically. Remove the lid. Check to make sure the food is fully cooked. NOTE: To ensure the food is cooked, use a cooking thermometer or pierce the food with a fork to check for uncooked juices on meats and poultry. When cooking vegetables, check for desired tenderness. Moisture may build up inside the oven when cooked food is not removed soon after timer has gone off. The steam/moisture build-up can be avoided by removing the food as soon as it is cooked.

12. Use the tongs provided to lift out the hot cooking racks with food. See Diagram on right.

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE:

6. Set the temperature knob to desired temperature by turning the knob clockwise. Refer to cooking times/temperature guide for reference.

NOTE:

The cooking time depends on the size and weight of the food to be cooked. Most meats have recommended cooking times, those times should be used as a guide as the oven cooks faster than conventional ovens, so you may need to allow less time to cook the food.

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USAGE-DEHYDRATING FOOD/ PRE-HEATING /THAWING

SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES

DEHYDRATING YOUR FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND HERBS

1. Wash the fruit or vegetables you are using and dry them. Peel the skin, if you prefer.

2. Using a sharp knife, make slices about 1/16th of an inch. If using soft fruits like bananas or any other soft fruit, briefly place it in the freezer so it can harden. That will make the slicing much easier.

3. Place fruit slices in a lemon juice solution of 1/2 cup water with 1/2 cup lemon juice for 10 minutes. When soaking banana slices, soak only for 5 minutes. Do not soak vegetables.

4. Arrange both racks (high and low) on top of each other to form a grid. Just place the high cooking rack in first, then layer the low cooking rack over the high rack. Align to form a grid. NOTE: If dehydrating herbs, use the lower rack alone.

5. Place the slices close together (but not touching) in one layer. Do not stack one on top of the other.

6. Close the lid. Do not lower the handle yet.

7. Set the temperature knob to THAW/WASH and the timer knob to 60 minutes (for fruits). Refer to individual cooking times on p.12.

8. Lower the handle until it snaps in, this will turn the unit ON. The handle MUST be flat down in its stored position for the

oven to operate.

IMPORTANT: The handle operates as a safety switch, as soon as it is lifted, the oven will turn off.

9. It is recommended to check on the food every 15 minutes or so. Just simply lift the handle up to turn the oven off. When done checking-lower the handle until it snaps in.

10. Most fruit will be pliable or leathery when done (you can bend it and it won’t break). To check -tear a piece of dried fruit in half and if no moisture beads up on the inside and there is no stickiness on the outside, it’s done.

PRE-HEATING

NOTE: Make sure to insert the trays inside the oven prior to pre-heating. If pre-heating is required, set the required temperature using the temperature dial. Set the time controls to 10 minutes. Once the temperature has been reached, the Halogen light will turn off. Now you can open the lid and place the food inside.

CAUTION: When removing the glass lid always bring the handle to its upright position as this will activate the safety switch and turn the oven off. The oven will be very hot. If using extender ring, be extra careful as it will get very hot during cooking process. It is strongly recommended to use oven mitts when removing the glass lid.

Follow the usage directions on pp. 8+9 for complete instructions.

THAWING

Although you can cook from frozen using this infrared oven, we offer you an option to thaw frozen foods. This way it is done in most efficient way without changing the quality or texture of the food.

NOTE: Refer to the below cooking times as a guide only. Time may vary according to the weight of the food, adjust to your preference. Always make sure to refer to the Internal Food Temperature guide on the page 13.

LOW

HIGHHamburger 1/4 lb.

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

COOKING

TEMP.

400 F°

350 F°

400 F°

350 F°

400 F°

COOK TIME

(from fresh)

10 min 16 min

45 min (Rare) 50 min (Medium) 60 min (Well)

10/12/15 min (R/M/W)

8 min 10 min

15 min 22 min

20 min 30 min

40 min 60 min

16-18 min 30 min

60 min 95 min

10 min 15 min

10-12 min 15-18 min

30 min 45 min

10 min (Med rare) 15 min (Med rare)

10 min 12 min

15-18 min 25 min

15-18 min 20 min

COOK TIME

(from frozen)

80 min (Med rare)

12/15/18 min

Crisscross racks; turn after 5 min

15-20 min per lb. Use Extender Ring Turn every 15 min

Turn once

Arrange both racks in crisscross pattern

Turn over

Turn after 5 min

Frozen loaf-cover w/foil half way through

Turn after 10 min

Fat side down, turn half way through

Turn over

Turn and baste

Turn, baste

Turn after 7 min

Crisscross racks

Crisscross racks; turn, baste

Turn once

Crisscross racks

TYPE OF FOOD NOTES

MEATS

Bacon

Beef Roast 3 lb.

Hot Dogs

Italian Sausage Links 1 lb.

Lamb Chops 1 1/2" thick

Meat Loaf 2 lb.

Pork Chops 1/2" thick

Pork Roast 3 lb.

Sausage Patties 1/2 lb.

Shish Kabob Steak

Spare Ribs

Steak 1" Thick HIGH

FISH

Breaded Fish

Grilled Shrimp

Salmon Steak 4 oz.

Sea Scallops 6 oz.

RACK

HEIGHT

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SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH HIGHBoneless Chicken breast thin

LOW

LOW LOW

LOW

LOW LOW

LOW

COOKING

TEMP.

400 F°

460 F°

400 F°

460 F°

460 F° 350 F°

400 F° 460 F°

400 F°

COOK TIME

(from fresh)

15 min 18 min

14 min 16 min

30 min 35 min

13-15 min 15-18 min

10 min

20 min 40 min

20 min 30 min

45 min 50 min

35 min 45 min

1 hour 2 hours

45 min 90 min

1.5 hours (15 min/lb.) 2 hours 20 min

30 min 45 min

8-10 min 12-15 min

8-10 min

COOK TIME

(from frozen)

13 min

Crisscross racks

Crisscross racks Crisscross racks

Breast side down, turn half way through

Turn half way through

Breast side down, turn half way through

Turn half way through

Breast side down, turn half way through

Use extender ring (23 min/lb. for frozen)

Cut in half

Cook in 1 inch of water in bowl

Turn half way through

TYPE OF FOOD NOTES

FISH continued

Stuffed Flounder

Tilapia Fish Filet 4 oz.

Whole Snapper 1 lb.

POULTRY

Boneless Chicken breast thick

Chicken Breast bone in

Chicken Legs

Chicken Thighs

Chicken Wings

Cornish Hens 3 1/2 lb.

Quarter of Chicken

Turkey Breast 3 lb.

Whole Chicken 4 lb. LOW

Whole Turkey 6 lb.

VEGETABLES

Acorn Squash Baked Potatoes 6 oz.

Corn on the Cob (4)

Eggplant 1/2" thick slices

RACK

HEIGHT

TYPE OF FOOD NOTES

VEGETABLES continued

French Fries Roasted Garlic

Steamed Broccoli

Sweet Potatoes 6 oz.

Vegetable Medley

FRUITS AND ASSORTED

Baked Apples

Baked Pears

Pizza

Popcorn

DEHYDRATING

Apples

Bananas

Pears

Peaches

Plums

Parsley

Tomatoes

RACK

HEIGHT

HIGH HIGH

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

COOKING

TEMP.

460 F°

400 F°

420 F°

THAW/WASH

COOK TIME

(from fresh)

12 min 15 min 45 min

25 min

35 min

10 min

25 min

9 min

60 min

5 min

50-60 min

COOK TIME

(from frozen)

10 min

Crisscross racks

Wrap loosely in foil

Wrap loosely in foil; add 1 tsp of water

Cook in a shallow casserole dish

Crisscross racks to create a grid

Place in shallow pan, do not use oil

Soak fruit slices in lemon solution (1/2 cup water+1/2 cup of lemon juice) for 10 min

Crisscross racks, slice 1/16” thick; soak

Place peeled banana in freezer for 5 min; soak 5 min

Crisscross racks, slice 1/16” thick; soak

Crisscross racks

Crisscross racks, slice 1/16” thick

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HELPFUL TIPS / CLEANING AND CARE

ADAPTING RECIPES:

You can try your favorite recipe that is intended for conventional oven. Keep the cooking temperature the same, just reduce the cooking time, as it will cook much faster in this infrared oven. You may use a meat thermometer to make sure the food is cooked. Refer to Internal Food Temperature guide below.

Internal Food Temperatures Guide

When cooking poultry, always cook to the internal temperature of 170-180ºF. Another sign for cooked poultry is when the juices run clear. Fish is done when it looks opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Shellfish such as shrimp, crab, or lobster will turn reddish pink on the outside and opaque on the inside. You may also refer to the markings on your meat thermometer.

Beef, Lamb or Veal - Medium Rare Beef, Lamb or Veal - Medium Beef, Lamb, Pork or Veal - Well Done Chicken Breast Chicken Thighs or Wings Fish and Shellfish Ground Beef or Ground Pork Ground Chicken or Ground Turkey Pork

145ºF 160ºF 170ºF 170ºF 180ºF 145ºF 160ºF 165ºF 160ºF

CLEANING AND CARE

Make sure you turn off and unplug the unit before cleaning it. Always wait until the unit cools down completely. Thoroughly wash the glass bowl, plastic base, extender ring, cooking racks and tongs in hot soapy water and allow to dry completely. You may also place the glass bowl and cooking racks into the dishwasher. When washing cooking racks, do not soak them in water for long periods of time. Once washed, do not let air dry, dry racks thoroughly with cloth or paper towel. This will preserve the surface and will extend the life of the cooking racks.

WARNING: Do not immerse the lid with control knobs, cord, or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Do not place glass lid into the dishwasher.

Once unplugged from the power outlet, the surface of the glass lid can be carefully wiped clean using a damp cloth or sponge. All parts must be dry before next use. When storing the unit, always make sure ALL parts are DRY, to avoid any moisture collecting in the lid.

This is a list of the internal temperatures that different foods must reach to kill bacteria.

These are NOT the temperatures to use to cook the food.

SELF CLEANING OF GLASS BOWL

If the food particles seem to be stuck to the bottom and/or sides of the glass bowl, you can perform a self cleaning.

1. Pour approximately 1 to 2 inches of water into the glass bowl, add a small amount of mild dishwashing liquid.

2. Place lid on and plug into the electrical outlet.

3. Set temperature control to WASH setting, set timer to 10 minutes.

4. Once the timer goes off, carefully open the lid and wait for the glass bowl to cool down before emptying the liquid inside.

5. Rinse the glass bowl in clean warm water to remove the soap residue.