KitchenAid KCO273 Use And Care Manual page 10

COOKING MODES
COOKIE
In Cookie mode, the Even-Heat™ system
distributes power to the top and bottom
heating elements to maintain the desired
oven temperature. The top center element
will be off.
When using Convection in Cookie mode,
EasyConvect™ Conversion automatically
reduces oven temperature by 25°F (14°C)
to prevent overcooking.
Convection tips for Cookie mode
• Cookies will cook faster and more
efficiently in Convection mode because
their surface area is relatively small.
• Keep heat loss to a minimum by opening
the oven door only when necessary.
PIZZA
In Pizza mode, the Even-Heat™ system
distributes power to the top and bottom
heating elements to maintain the desired
oven temperature. The top center element
is off until the end of this mode. The last
stage of this mode will finish off the cheese
by browning with high heat.
Frozen mode
Pizza setting will default to Frozen mode.
You may use the Frozen button to provide
extra time for frozen pizzas to cook, or
deselect it when cooking freshly prepared
pizzas.
Pizza mode tips
• For frozen pizzas, it is recommended to
follow time and temperature directions
included on the food packaging.
• Thin crust pizzas will cook faster and
more efficiently in Convection mode
because their surface area is relatively
small. Place thin crust pizzas directly on
the oven rack for crispier crust. Please
keep in mind that convection can speed
up cooking time by up to 30%. You
should check pizza often in the final
minutes to ensure optimal results
with this feature. Once you determine
optimal time, reset your memory setting
to the new desired time.
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• Cookies may finish cooking up to 30%
faster when using Convection mode.
Check cookies before the expected finish
time to avoid overcooking.
NOTE: For temperature and time settings
and options in Cookie mode, see the
"Cooking modes" chart.
Cooking stage
• Thick crust, self-rising, or deep-dish
pizzas will require longer cooking times.
Use the 12" (30 cm) nonstick pan for
fresh or deep-dish pizzas to maintain
shape and keep sauce contained.
• Pizzas may need to be rotated during
cooking to ensure even results.
NOTE: For temperature and time settings
and options in Pizza mode, see the
"Cooking modes" chart.
Browning stage