Thor Kitchen HRD3001U User Manual page 28

Oven cooking guidelines
Important!
The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and should not be blocked or covered.
Blocking or covering the vent will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. Do
not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.
Use all the oven modes with the oven door closed.
Never use aluminum foil to cover the oven shelves or to line the floor of the oven. The trapped heat can
irreversibly damage the enamel and may even cause fire.
Do not place water, ice, or any dish or tray directly on the oven floor, as this will irreversibly damage the
enamel.
Do not use plastic wrap or wax paper in the oven.
For food safety reasons, do not leave food in the oven for longer than two hours before and after
cooking or defrosting. This is to avoid contamination by organisms which may cause food poisoning.
Take care during warmer weather.
According to the United Sates Department of Agriculture: DO NOT hold foods at
temperatures between 40℉to 140℉ more than 2 hours. Cooking raw foods below 275℉is not
recommended.
Never cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack
with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause
carbon monoxide poisoning.
Aluminum foil lining may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
Oven Temperature
While in use, the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature,
but 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.
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