Hamilton Beach 31126 6-Slice Toaster Oven Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- 1.1 BEFORE FIRST USE
2 Parts and Features
3 How to Toast
4 How to Bake
5 Convection Bake
6 How to Broil
7 Care and Cleaning
8 Troubleshooting
9 Documents / Resources
- 9.1 References
- 9.2 Download manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

burn hazard Fire Hazard.

If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
Do not operate unattended while in Toast or Broil modes.
Do not use with oven cooking bags.
Always allow at least one inch between food and heating element.
Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.
Regular cleaning reduces risk of fire hazard.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

Read all instructions.
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 are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or toaster oven in water or other liquid.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning appliance and putting on or taking off parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric 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 (O); then remove plug from wall outlet.
Use extreme caution when removing pan or disposing of hot grease.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock.
Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in a toaster oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
A fire may occur if the toaster oven is covered, touching, or near flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation or before the appliance cools down.
Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass.
Do not store any materials, other than manufacturerrecommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
To turn oven off, turn timer to OFF (O) position. See "Parts and Features" section.
Do not place eyes or face in close proximity with tempered safety glass door, in the event that the safety glass breaks.
Always use appliance with crumb tray securely in place.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Clean oven interior carefully. Do not scratch or damage heating element tube.

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Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use only.

Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another highwattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Most heating appliances produce an odor and/or smoke when used the first time. Plug the toaster oven into an outlet. Turn Temperature Dial to 450°F (230°C). Heat at this temperature for 10 minutes. The odor should not be present after this initial preheating. Wash baking pan and oven rack before using.

Parts and Features

*To order parts:
US: 1.800.851.8900
www.hamiltonbeach.com
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

How to Toast

If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
Do not operate with door open or removed.
Do not leave appliance unattended when in operation.
Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.

Plug in toaster oven. Place oven rack in HIGH RACK POSITION (shown) for toast, English muffins, bagels, and waffles.

Turn Temperature Dial to maximum temperature. Place food in oven.

Turn Function Dial to TOAST

Rotate Timer past 10 and then back to desired toast color. A bell will sound when the toast cycle is complete.

When toasting only two slices of bread, place bread in middle of oven rack to get even toasting on top and bottom.
To toast bagels, English muffins, and waffles, place oven rack in HIGH RACK POSITION and place food cut/split side facing up. This will toast the cut/split side more than the outside food. Set Timer to desired setting.
To toast regular toaster pastries or frozen pastries, place oven rack in the HIGH RACK POSITION. Select a lighter color and toast directly on the oven rack. If pastry has a glaze or frosting, use baking pan.
When toasting, condensation may form on the oven door. The moisture will slowly escape from the enclosed oven.
The number of slices of bread and the bread freshness will affect toast color. For example, toasting 4 slices of bread will require a darker toast color setting than 2 slices of bread. Adjust the Timer based on desired color and number of slices.
If you are not satisfied with the color balance between the two sides of your food in the recommended rack position, select a different rack position.

How to Bake

Fire Hazard. oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.

Do not use oven cooking bags.
Do not operate with door open or removed.
Always allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.
Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.

Plug in toaster oven. Place oven rack on LOW RACK POSITION (shown).

Turn Temperature Dial to desired temperature.

Turn Function Dial to Bake

Rotate Timer past 10 and let oven preheat for 5 minutes prior to placing food in oven.

Place the baking pan on oven rack. Set Timer to desired time by rotating Timer past 10 and then to desired baking time or rotate Timer to STAY ON.
How to Bake

When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF (O) and unplug.

Do not totally enclose foods in aluminum foil. Foil can insulate foods and slow down heating.
To reheat rolls or biscuits, place on baking pan and heat at 300°F (149°C) for 10 minutes.
Reheat leftover roasts or casseroles at 350°F (177°C) for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through.
Bake foods, such as pizza, on the LOW RACK POSITION. Place food directly on oven rack or in baking pan.
Bake foods, such as a whole chicken, on the LOW RACK POSITION. Place food in baking pan.
Convection mode: When baking pizza, use convection setting and reduce cooking time by 25%.
Turn foods halfway through cooking time.

Visit foodsafety.gov for more safe cooking temperature information.

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:
The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

Convection Bake

Fire Hazard

If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
Do not use oven cooking bags.
Always allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.
Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.

Plug in toaster oven. Place oven rack on LOW RACK POSITION. Turn Temperature Dial to desired temperature.
Convection Bake - Step 1

Turn Function Dial to CONVECTION. Rotate Timer past 10 and then let oven preheat for 5 minutes before beginning to bake. After oven is preheated, set Timer to desired time by rotating Timer past 10 and then to desired baking time or rotate Timer to STAY ON.
Convection Bake - Step 2

When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF (O) and unplug.

TIPS FOR USING CONVECTION BAKE
NOTE: Convection Bake forces more air to circulate in the oven, so food will cook faster than the conventional BAKE setting.

Bake at the same oven temperature but for a shorter period of time.

Bake for the same length of time as the conventional BAKE setting, but reduce the temperature by about 25 degrees.
When baking pizza, use convection setting and reduce cooking time by 25%.

How to Broil

Fire Hazard.

If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
Do not leave oven unattended during operation.
Do not operate with door open or removed.
Keep 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.
Do not use oven cooking bags.
Do not heat foods in plastic containers.
Follow food manufacturer's instructions.

Plug in toaster oven. Slide oven rack into HIGH RACK POSITION. Insert baking/broiling pan in slots under the oven rack and add food to rack. DO NOT PREHEAT OVEN. Turn Temperature Dial to BROIL /TOAST .
How to Broil - Step 1

Turn Function Dial to BROIL . Rotate Timer past 10 and then to the desired broiling time or rotate Timer to STAY ON . Turn foods when browned or halfway through cooking time.
How to Broil - Step 2

When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF (O) and unplug.

Cook beef to at least 145°F (63°C).
Cook ground meat and pork to at least 160°F (71°C).
Cook chicken to at least 165°F (73°C).
Cook fish until at least 145°F (63°C) or until opaque or flakes with a fork.

Visit foodsafety.gov for more safe cooking temperature information.

Care and Cleaning

Electrical Shock Hazard.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off pad and touch electrical parts.

When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF (O) and unplug.

To clean inside of oven, wipe oven walls, bottom of oven, and glass door with a damp, soapy cloth. Repeat with a damp, clean cloth. For stubborn stains, use a plastic scouring pad.

Hand wash in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry.

Wipe outside of oven with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM	PROBABLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Oven will not heat	Check to make sure electrical outlet is working and the oven is plugged in. Turn Temperature Dial to 350°F (177°C) and turn Timer to STAY ON.
Moisture forms on inside of oven door when toasting	This is normal when toasting in a toaster oven. Moisture is slower to escape from a toaster oven than from a toaster. The amount of moisture will differ between fresh bread, bagels, and frozen pastries.
An odor and smoke come from oven	Smoke and odor are normal during first use of most heating appliances. These will not be present after initial heating period.
Oven will not toast	Check to make sure outlet is working and oven is plugged in. Turn Temperature Dial to (toast) and rotate Timer past 10 and then back to desired toast color.
Some foods burn and some are not done	Adjust oven temperature or cooking time for best results with your recipes.
Concentrated steam comes out of top corners of oven door	Moisture escaping from oven will be concentrated into streams from the top corners of the door. This gives the appearance of smoke. This is normal for this product.

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