West Bend L5658B User Manual

COUNTERTOP OVEN

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards...............................................................................................2

Operating Precautions..............................................................................................3

Accessories..............................................................................................................4

Positioning Racks..................................................................................................... 5

Using Your Countertop Oven...................................................................................5

Cleaning Your Countertop Oven ............................................................................ 11

Troubleshooting Guide........................................................................................... 12

Warranty.................................................................................................................13

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

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

• Read all instructions, including these important safeguards and the care and use instructions in this manual.

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

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric

parts in water or other liquids.

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

• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts.

• Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions or if the appliance is dropped or damaged in any manner. If you experience any problems with your appliance, unplug it immediately from the electrical outlet. For service information see warranty page.

• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may cause injuries.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical 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 all controls to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

• 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.

• Use extreme caution when removing the trays or disposing of hot grease.

• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off of the pad and touch

electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock.

• Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in this appliance as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.

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

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

• Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accessories in this oven when not in use.

• Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: plastic, paper or cardboard.

• Do not cover racks, trays or any parts of the oven with aluminum foil, as overheating will occur.

• Always turn timer control and heat selector to “OFF” and unplug the appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

• For household use only.

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

• This device is not intended to heat oil or other liquids.

• Do not use sharp utensils to clean oven door glass as scratching may weaken it

and cause shattering.

• Do not touch heating elements as serious burns may result.

• Set cooking containers, pans, trays and racks on a hot pad, trivet or other heat

protective surface. Do not set directly on the counter, table or other surface.

• Failure to clean after each use may result in fire hazard.

• Unplug oven and close door if fire is observed.

• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming

entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Longer, detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and

may be used if care is exercised in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, the marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. The cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over.

• Do not attempt to repair this product yourself.

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ACCESSORIES

Oven Rack Spit, Forks &

Thumbscrew Handle

Broil Grid Drip Pan

Timer Control Pizza Disc

Oven Rack: Your oven includes a chrome plated oven rack. This may be placed in

to the oven in any orientation. Turning the rack upside down will allow for more space in relation to the heating elements allowing taller foods to fit in to the oven.

Drip Pan and Broil Grid: The broil grid allows fat to drip in to the drip pan, channeling grease away from food, helping to prevent spattering. The broil grid is always used with the drip pan. Never use the broil grid by itself as grease may drip onto a heating element creating a fire hazard. The drip pan may be used by itself for baking or reheating items.

Rotisserie, handle and forks: The rotisserie consists of a rotating rotisserie rod, rotisserie forks, handle and thumbscrews to adjust the forks. Insert the oven rack in the bottom position and place the drip pan on top of the oven rack to catch fat drippings. Always tighten the thumbscrews on the forks to prevent food from dislodging during cooking. Use the rotisserie handle provided to easily slip the rod and food into the drive mechanism. The pointed end of the square drive rod must be inserted into the rotating rotisserie drive inside the oven.

Pizza Disc: This oven is equipped with a 12” pizza disc to allow for even baking of pizzas. Do not bake any pizza larger than 12” in this oven.

Crumb Tray: Allows for easy disposal of crumbs.

Temperature Control

Function Control

Indicator Light

Crumb Tray

CONVECTION COOKING

Convection cooking combines hot air movement by means of a fan and provides faster cooking in many cases than regular radiant type countertop ovens. The fan sends air to every area of the food, quickly sealing in moisture and flavor producing more of an even temperature all around the food. If you hear a motor running (humming) it’s the convection feature hard at work.

POSITIONING RACKS

To accommodate a wide variety of foods, the oven rack is reversible and has three rack positions. The rack can be inserted in the up or down position in to any of the rack support guides located along the oven sidewalls.

Rack in UP position Rack in DOWN position

USING YOUR COUNTERTOP OVEN

Before first use: Remove any stickers or labels from heating surfaces. Make sure

the oven is free from any paper or objects not intended for use in the oven. Clean the interior, oven rack, pans, trays and other accessories as described in the “Cleaning Your Countertop Oven” section of this manual.

• Some smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

• Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.

• You may hear a humming sound coming from the motor during convection cooking – this is normal.

Recommended Pan Sizes – The following pan sizes should fit your Countertop Oven. To be sure the pan will fit, place the pan inside the oven prior to preparing your recipe. When baking in loaf pans, we recommend you do not fill the pan more than half full.

• 12-cup mini muffin pan

• 6-cup muffin pan

• 8 x 4 loaf pan

• 9 x 5 loaf pan

• 8” round or square baking pan or dish

• 1-1½ quart casserole dish – most types

Note: Because your countertop oven is smaller than your regular oven, it will heat up faster and cook in shorter periods of time. You may want to adjust the recipes cooking time or temperature.

Basic Use:

1. Plug the cord in to a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet ONLY.

2. Place the oven rack, trays and pans in to the desired position.

3. Set the function control to the desired setting.

4. Set the temperature control to the desired cooking temperature.

5. Set the timer control and allow the oven to preheat for 10 minutes. Note: When

setting the timer for less than 15 minutes, you must turn the timer past the 15 minute mark and then back to the number of minutes you wish to time. This must be done to activate timer and turn the appliance on. Note: The “TOAST” function requires no preheating.

6. After the oven has preheated, place the food in the proper cooking container on

to the oven rack. Note: Food should never be placed directly on the racks.

7. Set the timer control to the desired cooking time.

8. When the time has elapsed, a bell will sound and the oven will turn off

automatically. Using hot pads or oven mitts open the door and remove the cooking container. Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow the oven to cool completely before cleaning.

CAUTION: Use extreme caution when opening the door and keep your hands and face away because very hot air or steam may be released. Do not rest cooking containers on glass door as damage could occur.

Warm Function: To be used for keeping cooked foods warm.

1. Arrange food items in proper cooking containers on to oven rack. Note: Food

should never be placed directly on to the racks.

2. Set the function control to “WARM.”

3. Set the temperature control to the desired temperature for warming. Only the

top heating elements will operate.

4. Set the timer control to the desired time setting. When the time has elapsed, a

bell will sound and the oven will turn off automatically. Use hot pads or oven mitts, open the door and remove the cooking container. Unplug from the electrical outlet. Allow the oven to cool completely before cleaning.

Broil Function:

1. Place the broil grid in to the drip pan. Place the food item on to the broil grid (do

not allow food to hang over the grid).

2. Place the oven rack in to a rack support guide in either the up or down position.

Place the broil grid, drip pan and food on to the oven rack. Ensure there is at least a 1” clearance between the food and the heating elements.

3. Set the function control to “BROIL.”

4. Set the temperature control to “MAX” (490°F - 254.44°C).

5. Set the timer control to the desired time. When the time has elapsed, a bell will

sound and the oven will turn off automatically. Using hot pads or oven mitts open the door and remove the drip pan, grid and food. CAUTION: Use extreme caution when opening the door and keep your hands and face away because very hot air or steam may be released. Do not rest cooking containers on the glass door because damage could occur.

Broiling Guide

Cooking results may vary; adjust these times to suit your individual requirements. Check often during broiling to avoid overcooking. All broiling times are bas ed on meats that are at a thawed temperature. For best results, pre-heat the countertop oven for 15 minutes at the desired cooking temperature.

MEAT OVEN TEMP COOKING TIME

Hamburger 400°F (205°C) 15-20 min.

T-Bone Steak 400°F (205°C) 20-25 min.

Pork Chops 400°F (205°C) 20-25 min.

Lamb Chops 400°F (205°C) 20-25 min.

Chicken Legs 400°F (205°C) 30-35 min.

Fish Filets 350°F (175°C) 20-25 min.

Rotisserie Function: We recommend that you do not cook anything larger than a 4lb. roast or poultry on the rotisserie. Season as desired or baste with your favorite sauces.

1. Slide the oven rack in to the lowest rack guide position in the down position.

Place the drip pan on this rack to catch the food drippings.

2. Insert the pointed end of the spit through one of the forks, making sure the

points of the fork face in the same direction as the pointed end of the spit. Slide the fork towards the square end of the spit and secure with the thumbscrew.

3. Place the food to be cooked onto the spit by inserting the spit (pointed a way

from you) directly through the center of the food embedding it completely.

4. Slide the second fork onto the spit at the other end of the roast or poultry.

Continue to slide the fork until it is securely embedded in the food. Secure the fork with the thumbscrew. Ensure the food is centered on the spit. Note: Foods may change shape during cooking. Check to make sure there is at least a 1” clearance between food and heating elements at all times during the cooking cycle.

5. Insert the pointed end of the spit in to the drive socket located on the right-hand

side of the oven wall. Make sure the square end of the spit rests in the spit support located on the left-hand side of the oven wall.

6. Set the temperature control to “MAX” (490°F - 254.44°C).

7. Set the function control to “ROTISSERIE.”

8. Turn the timer ontrol counter-clockwise to “STAY ON.” Check the meat

temperature with a reliable meat thermometer. Tip: Use an independent timer to remind you to check the meat temperature.

9. When cooking has been completed, turn the timer control clockwise to “OFF.”

CAUTION: Use extreme caution when opening the door and keep your hands and face away because very hot air or steam may be released. Do not rest cooking containers on glass door as damage could occur.

10. Using hot pads or oven mitts, open the door and remove the spit by placing the

hooks of the rotisserie handle under the grooves on either side of the spit. Lift the left side of the spit first by lifting it up and out. Pull the spit out of the drive socket and carefully remove the food from the oven. Unscrew the thumbscrew from the pointed end of the spit and remove the fork. Remove the meat from the spit and place onto a serving platter. Tip: For delicious gravy, reserve the drippings and thicken with cornstarch or flour in a stovetop pan. DO NOT place drip pan directly on to a stove burner.

Rotisserie Cooking Guide

Cooking results may vary; adjust these times to suit your individual requirements. All rotisserie times are based on cooking meats at a thawed temperature. For best results, pre-heat the countertop oven for 15 minutes on the desired cooking temperature.

MEAT OVEN TEMP TIME PER LB.

Beef Roast 300-325°F (150° -165°C) 25-30 min. Pork Roast 325°F (165°C) 40-45 min.

Ham 300-325°F (150°-165°C) 35-40 min.

Chicken 350°F (175°C) 25-30 min.

Note: Chicken should be bound in string to prevent the chicken legs or wings from unraveling during roasting and ensure the rotisserie assembly rotates smoothly.

Toast Function: The large capacity oven allows for toasting 4 to 6 slices of bread, 6 English muffin halves, frozen waffles or pancakes. When toasting only 1 or 2 items, place the food in the center of the oven.

1. Ensure the crumb tray is in position.

2. Place the oven rake in to the middle rack support guide in the up position. Place

food to be toasted onto the oven rack.

3. Set the temperature control to “MAX” (490° - 254.44°C).

4. Set the function control to “TOAST” setting.

5. Set the timer control to the desired darkness (Light - Dark).

6. When toasting is complete, remove the oven rack using hot pads or oven mitts.

Tips: If toasting several batches of bread, one after the other, set the timer control one setting lighter after the first batch as the oven will be warm and require less toasting time.

Bake/Roast Function: CAUTION: Do not use roasting bags, plastic or glass containers in the oven as damage could occur.

1. Position the oven rack in to the bottom rack support guide.

2. Place item to be cooked (in proper cooking container) onto the oven rack.

3. Set the temperature control to the desired temperature.

4. Set the function control to “BAKE/ROAST.” Preheat the oven if necessary.

5. Turn the timer control counter-clockwise to desired time or the “STAY ON”

position. When baking is complete, turn the timer control clockwise to “OFF.” Use hot pads or oven mitts to open the door and remove the cooking container. CAUTION: Use extreme caution when opening the door and keep your hands and face away because very hot air or steam may be released. Do not rest cooking containers on glass door as damage could occur.

Baking/Roasting Guide

All roasting times are based on cooking meats at a thawed temperature. Frozen meats may take much longer. Use of a meat thermometer is highly recommended. Cooking results may vary; adjust these times to suit your individual requirements. For best results, pre-heat the countertop oven for 15 minutes on the desired cooking temperature.

MEAT OVEN TEMP TIME PER LB.

Pork Roast 325°F (165°C) 40-45 min. Beef Roast 300-325°F (150°-165°C) 25-30 min.

Ham 300-325°F (150°-165°C) 35-40 min.

Chicken 350°F (175°C) 25-30 min.

Follow the package or recipe directions for baking times and temperatures when baking your favorite cookies, cakes and pies. For easy cleanup, you may want to position the drip pan in to the bottom of the oven to catch any spillover.

Baking Pizzas:

1. Place the oven rack in to the middle rack support guide.

2. Set temperature control to “MAX” (490°F - 254.44°C).

3. Set function control to “BAKE/ROAST.”

4. Preheat oven for 10 minutes. Place pizza on pizza disc and slide disc onto the

oven rack making sure it is as far back as it will go inside the oven. Bake to desired doneness. For optimal browning performance do not insert the drip pan.

Slow Cooking: Cook stews, soups, rump roast and briskets and a large variety of other foods in your Countertop Oven by cooking 6-10 hours at the “BAKE/ROAST” setting between 225°F (107°C) - 250°F (121°C). Use the cooking times given in your favorite recipe.

1. Place the oven rack in to the lower or middle rack support guide.

2. Set the temperature control to 225°F (107°C).

3. Set the function control to “BAKE/ROAST.”

4. Place food to be cooked in a covered casserole dish and place on rack in oven.

5. Turn the timer control counter-clockwise to “STAY ON.” When baking is

complete, turn the timer control clockwise to “OFF.” Using hot pads or oven mitts open the door and remove the cooking container. CAUTION: Use extreme caution when opening the door and keep your hands and face away because very hot air or steam may be released. Do not rest cooking containers on glass door as damage could occur.

CLEANING YOUR COUNTERTOP OVEN

CAUTION: Before cleaning any part of the oven, always set the timer control to

“OFF,” unplug the cord from the electrical outlet and allow the oven to cool completely.

To keep your countertop oven clean, wipe away food spills, spatters and crumbs after each use.

1. The oven rack, drip pan, broil grid, crumb tray, rotisserie spit and forks may be

washed in warm, soapy water with a dishcloth, rinsed and dried or in an automatic dishwasher. Do not use any metal or abrasive scouring pads or cleaners on these parts as damage to the finish may occur.

2. Wipe the exterior of the oven and glass door with a soft, damp cloth and dry. Do

not use any type of scouring pad or cleaner on the exterior surfaces or the glass door as scratching will occur. If glass is scratched, it can weaken and shatter.

3. Wipe the interior of the oven with a damp cloth, wipe clean and dry. Do not use

any metal or abrasive scouring pads, cleaners or oven cleaner on the inside of oven, as damage will occur. Be careful when wiping around the heating elements to prevent damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POTENTIAL

Overcooked/under cooked foods

Burnt smell

Oven does not turn on

Only one heating element is heating

Heating element does not stay on

Incorrect temperature or setting

Rack placement Racks may need to be adjusted

Food build-up inside oven, on heating elements or in crumb tray.

Unit is unplugged.

Timer is not on.

Function setting is on “WARM”

Heating elements will cycle on and off to maintain the proper temperature.

SOLUTION

CAUSE

Adjust time or temperature. Because your countertop oven is smaller than your regular oven, it will heat up faster and cook in shorter periods of time.

to accommodate specific food types.

Refer to “Cleaning Your Oven” section.

Plug unit in to electrical outlet

Turn timer control to desired setting.

Change function setting to correct position.

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