KitchenAid KOCE500ESS Electric Microwave Oven Control Guide

PARTS AND FEATURES

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.

This manual covers different models. The oven you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model.

1. Electronic oven control
2. Model and serial number plate (on bottom edge of control panel, right hand side)
3. Automatic oven light switch
4. Oven door lock latch
5. Oven lights
6. Temperature probe jack
7. Oven racks (roll-out racks available on select models only)

8. Gasket
9. CleanBake™ bake element (hidden beneath floor panel)
10. Convection element and fan (in back panel)
11. Broil elements (not shown)
12. Oven vent
13. Upper microwave oven (combination oven models only)

Parts and Features not shown
Temperature probe

FEATURE GUIDE

This manual covers several models. Your model may have some or all of the items listed. Refer to this manual or the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at www.kitchenaid.com for more detailed instructions. In Canada, refer to the Service and Support section at www.kitchenaid.ca.

Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

Electronic Oven Controls

1. Microwave controls (see separate Control Guide)
2. Lower oven controls
3. Oven and microwave display
4. Number keys
5. Timer set/off
6. Turntable on/off
7. Microwave start/cancel
8. Lower oven start/cancel
9. Oven light
10. Self-clean
11. Clock/tools
12. Stop time
13. Cook time
14. EasyConvect™ controls

Combination Oven Display

1. Upper oven cavity display
2. Lower oven cavity display
3. Time of day, timer display

KEYPAD	FEATURE	INSTRUCTIONS
CLOCK/TOOLS	Clock	The Clock uses a 12-hour cycle. See the "Electronic Oven Controls" section. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS. Touch the "1" key to select Clock. Then touch the number keys to set the time of day. Touch START.
CLOCK/TOOLS	Settings	Enables you to personalize the audible tones and oven operation to suit your needs. See the "Electronic Oven Controls" section.
OVEN LIGHT	Oven cavity light	The oven light is controlled by a key on the oven control panel. While the oven door is closed, touch OVEN LIGHT to turn the light on and off. When the oven door is opened, the oven light will automatically come on.
TIMER (SET/OFF)	Oven timer	The Timer can be set in hours or minutes up to 23 hours and 59 minutes. Touch TIMER SET/OFF. Touch TIMER SET/OFF again to switch between MIN/SEC, HR/MIN, and OFF. If no action is taken, the control will continue to wait for a length of time to be entered. Touch the number keys to set the length of time. 3. Touch TIMER SET/OFF. If the key is not touched, the control will continue to wait for TIMER/SET OFF to be touched. When the set time ends, 4 chimes will continuously repeat until the Timer Set/Off key is touched. Touch TIMER SET/OFF anytime to cancel the Oven Timer or stop the reminder tones. If CANCEL is touched, the respective oven will turn off. However, the Oven Timer can be turned off only by using the TIMER SET/OFF key.
START	Cooking start	The Start key begins any oven function. If Start is not touched within 5 minutes after touching a key, the function is canceled and the time of day is displayed.
CANCEL (Lower Oven)	Range function	The Cancel keys stop any function for the appropriate oven except the Clock and Timer.
BAKE (Lower Oven)	Baking and roasting	1. Touch Lower Oven BAKE. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other than 350°F (177°C). The bake range can be set between 170°F and 550°F (77°C and 288°C). Touch START. "Lo°" will appear on the oven display if the actual ov en temperature is under 100°F (38°C), and "Preheating" will appear in the lower area of the display. Whe n the actual oven temperature reaches 100°F (38°C), the oven display will begin displayin g the temperature as it increases. When the set temperature is reached, if on, one tone w ill sound. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking.
BROIL	Broiling	Close the door. Touch Upper or Lower BROIL. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other than 550°F (288°C). The broil range can be set between 450°F and 550°F (232°C and 288°C). Touch START. A long chime will sound. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display until the oven is turned off. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking.
EASY CONVECT BAKE	Convect bake	Before convection baking, position racks according to the "Rack And Bakeware Positions" section. Touch Lower Oven CONVECT BAKE. Touch the number keys to choose whether or not to convert the recipe. If "1: Yes" has been selected, "easy convect bake" will appear in the lower display. Then touch the number keys to enter a temperature. The convection bake range can be set between 170°F and 550°F (77°C and 288°C). The oven temperature will automatically be reduced by 25°F (14°C) for EasyConvect™ Bake, and the adjusted temperature will show on the display, but the cook time will not be adjusted. Then touch the number keys to enter a cook time. NOTE: If a temperature between 170°F and 194°F (77°C and 90°C) is entered, the display will show only 170°F (77°C) and not the reduced temperature. If "2: No" has been selected, Convect Bake will continue without conversion. Touch the "1" number key to use Rapid Preheat or "2" to continue without Rapid Preheat. Then, touch the number keys to enter a temperature. NOTE: Rapid Preheat Convect Bake should only be used for 1-rack baking. Touch Lower Oven START. "Lo" will appear on the oven display if the actual oven temperature is under 100°F (38°C), and "Preheating" will appear in the lower display. When the actual oven temperature reaches 100°F (38°C), the oven display will show the oven temperature increasing. When the set temperature is reached, if on, 1 chime will sound. Touch Lower Oven CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking.
EASY CONVECT ROAST	Convect roast	Touch Lower Oven CONVECT ROAST. Touch the number keys to choose whether or not to convert the recipe. If "1: Yes" has been selected, you will see screen with "easy convect roast." Touch the number keys to enter a temperature. The convection roast range can be set between 170°F and 550°F (77°C and 288°C). Touch the number keys to enter a cook time. The cook time will automatically be adjusted to 80% of the time entered, and the adjusted cook time will appear on the display, but temperature will not be adjusted. If "2: No" has been selected, Convect Roast will continue without conversion. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature. Touch START. A long chime will sound. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display until the oven is turned off. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking.
CONVECT MODE	Convect broil	Close the door. Touch Lower Oven CONVECT BROIL. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other than 550°F (288°C). The convection broil range can be set between 450°F and 550°F (232°C and 288°C). Touch START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display until oven is turned off. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking.
PROOF	Proofing bread	Touch Lower Oven PROOF. Display will show 100°F (38°C). Touch START. Let dough rise until nearly doubled in size, and then check at 20 to 25 minutes. Proofing time may vary depending on dough type and quantity. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished cooking. Refer to the "Proofing Bread" section for more information.
STOP TIME	Delayed start	The Stop Time key is used to enter the starting time for an oven function with a delayed start. Stop Time should not be used for foods such as breads and cakes because they may not bake properly. To set Cook Time or Stop Time, see the "Timed Cooking" section.
COOK TIME	Timed cooking	Cook Time allows the oven to cook for a set length of time, and/or shut off automatically. To set Cook Time or Stop Time, see the "Timed Cooking" section.

Display(s)

When power is first supplied to the oven, the timer display will flash "12:00," and "Clock-Enter Time" will appear on the display. Enter the time by touching the number keys. Touch START to allow operation. To allow operation without setting a time, touch START or CANCEL.
Lower Oven Display (combination oven models)

When the lower oven is in use, this display shows the oven temperature, heat source(s) and start time. In addition, during Timed Cooking, this display shows a time countdown and the stop time (if entered).

If "Err" appears on the lower oven display, an error condition has occurred. To call for service, see the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
Time of Day, Timer Display
When the lower oven is not in use, this display shows the time of day or time countdown.

Upper Microwave Oven Display (combination oven models)
When the upper microwave oven is in use, this display shows the upper oven heat source(s), cooking power, quantities, weights and/or help prompts and time countdown.

When the upper microwave oven is not in use, this display is blank.

Start

START begins all oven functions except Sabbath Mode. If the Start key is not touched within 5 seconds after touching another key, "START?" will appear on the lower oven display as a reminder. Depending on your model, if the Start key is not touched within 5 minutes after touching another key, the lower oven display will return to inactive mode and the programmed function will be canceled.

Cancel

Lower Oven CANCEL stops oven functions except for the Clock, Kitchen Timer and Control Lock. The oven cooling fan(s) may continue to operate even after an oven function has been canceled or completed, depending on the oven temperature.

Tones

Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
Oven beep

• Valid key touch
• Function has been entered

One chime

• Preheat cycle has been completed

Three beeps

• Invalid key touch

Three chimes

• End of a cooking cycle

Four chimes

• When timer reaches zero Includes using the Kitchen Timer for functions other than cooking.

Tone Volume

The volume is preset at low, but can be changed to high.

To Change: Touch TOOLS, and then "4" to toggle volume between high and low settings.

All Tones

All tones are preset on, but can be turned off.

To Turn Off/On: Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then "3" to toggle tones between on/off settings.

End-of-Cycle and Reminder Tones

The Timed Cooking end-of-cycle and reminder tones are preset on, but can be turned off. If all tones have been turned off, the end-of-cycle and reminder tones cannot be independently turned on.

To Turn Tones Off/On: Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then "5" to turn On. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS and then "5" to turn Off.
NOTE: Turning off this reminder tone does not turn off the Kitchen Timer tone.

Fahrenheit and Celsius

The temperature is preset in Fahrenheit; however it can be changed to Celsius.
To change: Touch CLOCKS/TOOLS, and then "2" to toggle temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius settings.
When the temperature is in Fahrenheit, "°F" follows the oven temperature.
When the temperature is in Celsius, "°C" follows the oven temperature.

Tools (Combination Oven Models)

The TOOLS selection key allows you access to 10 hidden functions within the Electronic Oven Control. These hidden functions allow you to set the clock, change the oven temperature between Fahrenheit and Celsius, turn the audible signals and prompts on and off, adjust the oven calibration, change language and turn on demo mode. The Sabbath Mode is also set using the TOOLS selection key

To Use: Touch TOOLS. The oven display will scroll through the various tools, starting at "1" and ending automatically at "0." You can also touch CLOCK/TOOLS repeatedly to manually scroll through the list of tools.

TOOLS	HIDDEN FUNCTION
1	Clock
2	Fahrenheit and Celsius conversion
3	Sound On/Off
4	Sound High/Low
5	End tone On/Off
6	Calibration
7	Sabbath Mode
8	Turntable On/Off
9	Language
0	Demo Mode

Clock

This is a 12-hour clock. Before setting, make sure the oven(s), Kitchen Timer, and Timed Cooking are off.

To Set:

1. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS.
2. Touch the "1" key.
3. Touch the number keys to set the time of day.
4. Touch START.

Kitchen Timer

The Kitchen Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and minutes, and counts down the set time.
NOTE: The Kitchen Timer does not start or stop the oven.

Control Lock

The Control Lock shuts down the control panel keys to avoid unintended use of the oven(s). The Control Lock will remain set after a power failure, if set before the power failure occurs. When the control is locked, only the Start, Timer Set/Off and Oven Light keys will function. The Control Lock is preset unlocked, but can be locked.

To Lock control: Touch and hold START for approximately 3 seconds, until "Control Locked" appears on the lower text line and a lock icon appears in the display.

To Unlock control: Repeat to unlock. "Control Unlocked" appears on the lower text line and the lock icon will be removed.

Oven Temperature Control

Do not use a thermometer to measure the oven temperature. Elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature but may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Opening the oven door will affect cycling of the elements and impact the temperature.

The oven provides accurate temperatures and has been thoroughly tested at the factory. However, it may cook faster or slower than your previous oven, causing baking or browning differences. If necessary, the temperature calibration can be adjusted in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.

On double ovens, the upper oven and the lower oven can each be calibrated independently. A minus sign means the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount. The absence of a minus sign means the oven will be warmer by the displayed amount. Use the following chart as a guide.

NOTE: The oven display will continue to show the original set temperature and will not reflect the calibration offset. For example, if set to 350° (177°C) and calibrated to -20, the display will continue to show 350° (177°C).

ADJUSTMENT °F (AUTOMATIC °C CHANGE)	COOKS FOOD
10°F (6°C)	...a little more
20°F (12°C)	...moderately more
30°F (18°C)	...much more
0°F (0°C)	default setting
–10°F (-6°C)	...a little less
–20°F (-12°C)	...moderately less
–30°F (-18°C)	...much less

To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration:

1. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then "6" to set the calibration.
2. For double oven models: Touch the "1" key to select the upper oven or the "2" key to select the lower oven. Each oven calibration can be independently set.
3. Touch "3" to increase and "6" to decrease the temperature.
4. Touch START to end calibration.

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath Mode sets the oven(s) to remain on in a bake setting until turned off. A timed Sabbath Mode can also be set to keep the oven on for only part of the Sabbath.

When the Sabbath Mode is set, the allowed keys are: the number keys, Start, Tools (to disable only), and Cancel. The display will scroll information on selecting the desired oven temperature.

When the Sabbath Mode is set, the upper oven is disabled and no function is allowed. When the oven door is opened or closed, the oven light will not turn on or off, and the heating elements will not turn on or off immediately.

If a power failure occurs when the Sabbath Mode is set, the oven (s) will remain in Sabbath Mode but will no longer be actively cooking. The "ON" indicator will no longer be lit. Touch Upper or Lower CANCEL for double oven models, and CANCEL for single oven models, to return to normal operating mode (non-Sabbath Mode, not cooking).

To enable: Before the Sabbath Mode can be regularly set, the oven(s) must first be enabled with a one time only setup. On double oven models, the following step will enable both ovens.

1. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then touch number key "7." "SABBATH MODE ON" will appear on the oven display for approximately 5 seconds.

To Disable: The oven can be disabled of the ability to set the Sabbath Mode by repeating the previous steps. See the "To Enable" section. When the oven(s) is disabled, "SABBATH MODE OFF" will appear on the display and remain on for approximately 5 seconds.

The Sabbath Mode cannot be regularly set until re-enabled. On double oven models, these steps will disable both ovens.

To Regularly Set, Untimed to Activate: Sabbath Mode must be enabled before starting the Bake cycle. See the "To Enable" section.

1. Touch BAKE.
   Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other tha n 350°F (177°C). The bake range can be set between 170°F an d 550°F (77°C and 288°C).
2. Touch START.
3. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then number key "7." "SABBATH MODE" will appear on the oven display.

To Regularly Set, Timed:
Sabbath Mode must be enabled before starting the Bake cycle. See the "To Enable" section.

1. Touch BAKE.
   Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other tha n 350°F (177°C). The bake range can be set between 170°F an d 550°F (77°C and 288°C).
2. Touch COOK TIME.
3. Touch the number keys to enter the length of Sabbath Mode time, up to 11 hours 59 minutes.
4. Touch START. The oven will begin a timed bake cycle.
5. Touch CLOCK/TOOLS, and then touch number key "7." "SABBATH MODE" will appear on the oven display. The start time and stop time will appear on the lower oven display.
6. When the stop time is reached, the oven will automatically turn off. The oven control will remain in Sabbath Mode until the Cancel button is touched.

Temperature change

The oven temperature can be changed when the oven(s) are in the Sabbath Mode. No tones will sound, and the display will not change. The heating elements will not turn on or off for a random time, anywhere from 16 to 24 seconds. It may take up to one-half hour for the oven to change temperature.

Number keys "1" through "0" represent temperatures. Use the following chart as a guide.

NUMBER KEY	OVEN TEMPERATURE
1	170°F (76°C)
2	200°F (93°C)
3	225°F (107°C)
4	250°F (121°C)
5	300°F (148°C)
6	325°F (162°C)
7	350°F (176°C)
8	375°F (190°C)
9	400°F (204°C)
0	450°F (232°C)

To Change Temperature: Initially, on double ovens, the cavities can be set for independent temperatures. However, once Sabbath Mode is running, if the temperature is changed, both cavities will use the new temperature.

1. Touch the number key from the chart.
2. Touch START.

OVEN USE

Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled.

During oven use, the heating elements will not remain on, but will cycle on and off throughout oven operation.

The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well ventilated room.

Rack And Bakeware Positions

Use the following illustration and charts as guides.

Rack Positions - Lower Oven

Broiling

Food	Rack Position
Most broiling	6

Traditional Cooking

Food		Rack Position
Large roasts, turkeys, angel food, bundt cakes, quick breads, pies		1 or 2
Yeast breads, casseroles, meat and poultry		2
Cookies, biscuits, muffins, cakes		2 or 3 when singlerack baking; 2 and 5 when multi-rack baking
Convection Cooking (For Convection Models Only)
Oven Setting	Number of Racks Used	Rack Position
Rapid Preheat Bake	1	3
Rapid Preheat Convection Bake	1	3
Convection Bake	1	1, 2 or 3
Convection Bake	2	2 and 5
Convection Bake	3	1, 3 and 5
Convection Roast	1	1 or 2
Convection Broil	1	4, 5 or 6

Bakeware
To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. For best results, allow 2" (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide.

Number of Pan(s)	Position on Rack
1	Center of rack.
2	Side by side or slightly staggered.
3 or 4	See the rack position graphics in this section for pan placement recommendations.

SatinGlide Roll-Out Extensions Rack

The SatinGlide ™ roll-out extension rack allows easy access to position and remove food in the oven. It can be used in rack positions 1 through 6.

Open Position

1. SatinGlide™ roll-out extension rack
2. Sliding shelf

Closed and Engaged Position

1. SatinGlide™ roll-out extension rack
2. Sliding shelf

To Remove SatinGlide ™ Roll-Out Extension Rack:

1. Slide the rack in completely so that it is closed and engaged with the sliding shelf.
2. Using 2 hands, lift up on the front edge of the rack and push the sliding shelf to the back wall of the oven so that the front edge of the sliding shelf sits on the rack guides. The front edge of the rack and the sliding shelf should be higher than the back edge.
   
   1. Sliding shelf
   2. Rack guide
   3. SatinGlide™ roll-out extension rack

3. Pull the rack and the sliding shelf out.

To Replace SatinGlide ™ Roll-Out Extension Rack:

3. Using 2 hands, grasp the front of the closed rack and the sliding shelf. Place the closed rack and the sliding shelf on the rack guide.
4. Using 2 hands, lift up on the front edge of the rack and the sliding shelf together.
5. Slowly push the rack and the sliding shelf to the back of the oven until the back edge of the rack pulls over the end of the rack guide.

To avoid damage to the sliding shelves, do not place more than 25 lbs (11.4 kg) on the rack or 35 lbs (15.9 kg) on the roll-out rack for powered attachments (on some models).
Do not clean the SatinGlide ™ roll-out extension rack in a dishwasher. It may remove the rack's lubricant and affect its ability to slide.

Bakeware

The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide.

BAKEWARE/ RESULTS	RECOMMENDATIONS
Light colored aluminum Light golden crusts Even browning	Use temperature and time recommended in recipe.
Dark aluminum and other bakeware with dark, dull and/or nonstick finish Brown, crisp crusts	May need to reduce baking temperatures slightly. Use suggested baking time. For pies, breads and casseroles, use temperature recommended in recipe. Place rack in center of oven.
Insulated cookie sheets or baking pans Little or no bottom browning	Follow rack recommendations in the "Position Racks and Bakeware" section. May need to increase baking time.
Stainless steel Light, golden crusts Uneven browning	May need to increase baking time.
Stoneware/Baking stone Crisp crusts	Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Ovenproof glassware, ceramic glass or ceramic Brown, crisp crusts	May need to reduce baking temperatures slightly.

Meat Thermometer

Not all models have a temperature probe. On models without a temperature probe, use a meat thermometer to determine whether meat, poultry and fish are cooked to the desired degree of doneness. The internal temperature, not appearance, should be used to determine doneness.

Preheating and Oven Temperature

Preheating

When beginning a Bake or Convect Bake cycle or Convect Roast cycle the oven begins preheating after Start is touched. The oven will take approximately 12 to 17 minutes to reach 350°F (177°C) with all of the oven racks provided with your oven inside the oven cavity. Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat. The preheat cycle rapidly increases the oven temperature. The actual oven temperature will go above your set temperature to offset the heat lost when your oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that when you place your food in the oven, the oven will begin at the proper temperature. Insert your food when the preheat tone sounds. Do not open the door during preheat until the tone sounds.

Oven Temperature

While in use, the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature. They may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Opening the oven door while in use will release the hot air and cool the oven which could impact the cooking time and performance. It is recommended to use the oven light to monitor cooking progress.

Baking and Roasting

The convection fan and convection element may operate during the Bake function to enhance performance and heat distribution.

The oven will take approximately 12 to 17 minutes to reach 350°F (177°C) with all oven racks inside the oven cavity. The preheat cycle rapidly increases the temperature inside the oven cavity. Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat. Factors that impact preheat times include room temperature, oven temperature, and the number of racks. Unused oven racks can be removed prior to preheating your oven to help reduce preheat time. The actual oven temperature will go above the set temperature to offset the heat lost when the oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that the oven will begin at the proper temperature when you place food in the oven. Insert food when the preheat tone sounds. Do not open the door during preheat until the tone sounds.

During baking or roasting, the bake and broil elements will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain the oven temperature.

Depending on the model, if the oven door is opened during baking or roasting, the heating elements (bake and broil) will turn off approximately 30 seconds after the door is opened. They will turn on again approximately 30 seconds after the door is closed.

Broiling

Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food.
The element cycles on and off in intervals to maintain the oven temperature.

Close the door to ensure proper broiling temperature.
If the oven door is opened during broiling, the broil element will turn off in approximately 30 seconds. When the oven door is closed, the element will come back on approximately 30 seconds later.

• For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. It is designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke. If you would like to purchase a Broiler Pan Kit, it may be ordered. See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
• For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The bottom of the broiler pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning.
• Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on the edges to avoid curling.
• Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.
• After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated oven, making cleaning more difficult.

Convection

In a convection oven, the fan-circulated hot air distributes heat more evenly. This movement of hot air helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the oven, cooking foods more evenly, while sealing in moisture.

Most foods, using convect baking mode, can be cooked by lowering cooking temperatures 25°F (14°C). The cooking time, can be shortened significantly when using Convect Roast, especially for large turkeys and roasts.

• It is important not to cover foods with lids or aluminum foil so that surface areas remain exposed to the circulating air, allowing browning and crisping.
• Keep heat loss to a minimum by opening the oven door only when necessary. It is recommended to use the oven light to monitor progress.
• Choose cookie sheets without sides and roasting pans with lower sides to allow air to move freely around the food.
• Test baked goods for doneness a few minutes before the minimum cooking time using a method such as a toothpick.
• Use a meat thermometer or the temperature probe to determine the doneness of meats and poultry. Check the temperature of pork and poultry in 2 or 3 places.

Convection Bake (on some models)

The convection element is hidden in the rear panel of the oven cavity, and assisted by the convection fan, provides balanced, efficient heating.

Convection baking can be used for baking delicate cakes and pastries, as well as foods on multiple racks. It is helpful to stagger items on the racks to allow a more even flow of heat. If the oven is full, extra cooking time may be needed.

When cooking an oven meal with several different types of foods, be sure to select recipes that require similar temperatures. Cookware should sit in the oven with at least 2" (5 cm) of space between the cookware and the sides of the oven.

During convection baking preheat, the convection element, broil element and the CleanBake ™ element all heat the oven cavity. After preheat, the convection element, broil element and the CleanBake ™ element will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain oven temperature, while the fan circulates the hot air.

If the oven door is opened during convection baking, the fan turns off immediately when the door is opened and turns on immediately when the door is closed. Convection, Bake and Broil elements will turn off approximately 30 seconds after the door is opened. They will turn on again approximately 30 seconds after the door is closed.
NOTE: it is normal for the convection fan to run during nonconvection cycles as well as during preheat.

• Reduce recipe temperature 25°F (14°C). The cook time may need to be reduced also.

To Convection Bake:
Before convection baking, position racks according to the "Rack and Bakeware Positions" section.

Convection Roast (on some models)

Convection roasting can be used for roasting meats and poultry. During convection roasting, the broil, convect, and CleanBake ™ elements (on some models) will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain oven temperature, while the fan circulates the hot air.

If the oven door is opened during convection roasting, the fan turns off immediately when the door is opened and turns on immediately when the door is closed. Bake, broil, and convect elements will turn off approximately 30 seconds after the door is opened. They will turn on again approximately 30 seconds after the door is closed.
NOTE: it is normal for the convection fan to run during nonconvection cycles as well as during preheat.

To Convection Roast
Before convection roasting, position racks according to the "Rack and Bakeware Positions" section. It is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in, unless recommended in the recipe.

Convection Broil (on some models)

During convection broiling, the broil element will cycle on and off in intervals to maintain oven temperature, while the fan circulates the hot air.

The temperature is preset at 550°F (288°C), but can be changed to a different temperature. Cooking times will vary depending on the rack position and temperature and may need to be adjusted.

If the oven door is opened during convection broiling, fan turns off immediately when the door is opened and turns on again immediately when the door is closed. Broil elements will turn off approximately 30 seconds after the door is opened. They will turn on again approximately 30 seconds after the door is closed.
NOTE: It is normal for the convection fan to run during nonconvection cycles as well as during preheat.

To Convection Broil:
Allow the oven to preheat for 5 minutes. Position food on the unheated grid on the broiler pan, and then place it in the center of the oven rack with the longest side parallel to the door.

Proofing Bread

Proofing bread prepares dough for baking by activating the yeast. Proofing twice is recommended unless the recipe directs otherwise.

To Proof
Before first proofing, place dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover loosely with waxed paper or plastic wrap coated with shortening. Place on rack guide 2. See "Rack and Bakeware Positions" for diagram. Close door.

1. Touch Upper or Lower PROOF. Display will show 100°F (38° C).
2. Touch START. Let dough rise until nearly doubled in size, and then check at 20 to 25 minutes. Proofing time may vary depending on dough type and quantity.
3. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven when finished proofing.

Before second proofing, shape dough, place in baking pan(s) and cover loosely. Follow same placement, and control steps above.
Before baking, remove waxed paper or plastic wrap.

Temperature Probe

Single, upper, and on some models, lower oven
The temperature probe accurately measures the internal temperature of meat, poultry and casseroles with liquid and should be used in determining the doneness of meat and poultry. The temperature probe should only be used with Bake, Convect Bake or Convect Roast.

Always unplug and remove the temperature probe from the oven when removing food.

To Use
Before using, insert the probe into the food item. (For meats, the probe tip should be located in the center of the thickest part of the meat and not into the fat or touching a bone). Place food in oven and connect the temperature probe to the jack. Keep probe as far away from heat source as possible. Close oven door.
NOTE: The temperature probe must be inserted into the food item before the mode is selected.

1. Touch the number keys to enter a probe temperature. The probe temperature is the desired internal temperature of the food when it is done. The temperature can be set between 110°F and 200°F (43°C and 93°C).
2. Touch Upper or Lower BAKE, CONVECT BAKE or CONVECT ROAST.
3. Touch START. The set oven temperature will appear on the oven display throughout cooking. "Lo°" will appear as the probe temperature until the internal temperature of the food reaches 45°F (7°C). Then the display will show the temperature increasing. When the set probe temperature is reached, the oven will shut off automatically and "Cooking Complete" will appear on the oven display.
4. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven, or open the oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.
5. Always unplug and remove the temperature probe from the oven when removing food. The probe symbol will remain lit in the display until the probe is unplugged.

To Change Probe Temperature During a Cooking Cycle

1. Touch a probe enabled cooking mode (Bake, Convect Bake, or Convect Roast).
2. Follow steps 1 through 5 in the "To Use" section.

Timed Cooking

Timed Cooking allows the oven(s) to be set to turn on at a certain time of day, cook for a set length of time, and/or shut off automatically. Delay start should not be used for food such as breads and cakes because they may not bake properly.

To set a Cook Time

1. Select a cooking function. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other than the one displayed. Timed Cooking may also be used with the Bread Proof function, but the temperature is not adjustable.
2. Touch COOK TIME.
3. Touch number keys to enter the length of time to cook.
4. Touch START.
   The minute time countdown will appear on the oven display. The start time and stop time are not displayed until the oven is finished preheating.
   When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off automatically, and "cooking complete" will appear on the oven display.
   If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven, or open and close the oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

To Set a Cook Time and Stop Time

Before setting, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See "Clock" section.

1. Select a cooking function. Touch the number keys to enter a temperature other than the one displayed. Timed Cooking may also be used with the Bread Proof function, but the temperature is not adjustable.
2. Touch COOK TIME.
3. Touch number keys to enter the length of time to cook.
4. Touch STOP TIME.
5. Touch the number keys to enter time of day to stop.
6. Touch START.
   The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.
   "DELAY" and the stop time will also appear on the oven display.
   When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. The minute time countdown will appear on the oven display.
   When the stop time is reached, the oven will shut off automatically, and "cooking complete" will appear on the oven display.
   If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.
7. Touch CANCEL for the selected oven, or open and close the oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

Documents / Resources

References

• Kitchen Appliances to Bring Culinary Inspiration to Life | KitchenAid
• Premium Major & Small Kitchen Appliances | KitchenAid

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