Proctor Silex 31122 - 4 Slice Toaster Oven Broiler Manual

Safety Information

Fire Hazard:

• If contents ignite, do not open oven door.
  Unplug oven and allow contents to stop Always use full-size conventional oven. burning and cool before opening door.

• Do not operate oven unattended.

• Do not use with oven cooking bags.

• Do not heat foods in plastic containers.

• Do not heat taco shells in countertop oven.
  Always use full-size conventional oven.

• Always allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.

• Follow food manufacturer's instructions.

• Always unplug oven when not in use.

• Regular cleaning reduces risk of fire hazard.

Parts and Features

1. Oven Rack
2. Drop-Down Crumb Tray
3. Broiling/Baking Pan
4. ON Indicator Light
5. Timer and Toast Selection Dial
6. Function Dial
7. Temperature Dial

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• Broiling/Baking pan slides under oven rack.
  

• High Rack Position: broiling
  

• Low Rack Position: baking and toasting
  

Before first use:
Most heating appliances produce an odor and/or smoke when used the first time. Plug Toaster Oven into an outlet. Turn Temperature Dial to 450°F (230°C). Heat at this temperature for 10 minutes. Odor should not be present after this initial preheating. Wash Broiling/Baking Pan and Oven Rack before using.

How to Toast

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 appliance unattended when in operation.
• Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.

1. Place Oven Rack in low rack position for bread, English muffins, and waffles. Use high rack position for bagels. Place bagels and English muffins with cut/split side up.
2. Turn Temperature Dial to 450°F (232°C).
3. Place food on Rack. Turn Function Dial to TOAST.
4. Rotate Timer past 10 and then back to desired toast color. A bell will sound when toast cycle is complete.
5. Unplug.

• When toasting only two slices of bread, place bread on Oven Rack in low rack position to get even toasting on top and bottom.
• To toast regular toaster pastries or frozen pastries, place Oven Rack in low rack position.
• Select a color lighter than medium and toast directly on Oven Rack. If pastry has a glaze or frosting, use Broiling/Baking Pan.
• When toasting, condensation may form on Oven door. Moisture will slowly escape from enclosed Oven.
• Number of slices of bread and 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 Timer based on desired color and number of slices.
• If you are not satisfied with color balance between two sides of your food in recommended rack position, select a different rack position.

Stay On Function

This Toaster Oven can be set to stay on by turning Timer Dial to Stay On while pressing and holding buttons on side of Dial.

How to 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.
• Do not heat taco shells in toaster oven. Always use full-size conventional oven.
• Always allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.
• Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.

1. Place Oven Rack on high rack position or low rack position (depending on food to be cooked).
2. Turn Temperature Dial to desired temperature.
3. Place food on Rack. Turn Function Dial to BAKE.
4. Rotate Timer Dial past 10 and then back to "dark toast" to preheat Oven for 5 minutes before beginning to bake. Add food to Broiling/Baking Pan. After Oven is preheated, place Broiling/Baking Pan on Oven Rack. Set Timer to desired time by rotating clockwise past 10, then to desired baking time. Or, rotate to Stay On while pressing and holding buttons on side of Dial.
5. Rotate Timer Dial to OFF () and unplug.

• Do not totally enclose foods in aluminum foil.
  Foil can insulate foods and slow down heating.
• To reheat rolls or biscuits, slide Oven Rack into low rack position, place food on Broiling/ Baking Pan and heat at 300°F (140°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 Low rack position. Place food directly on oven rack or in baking pan.
• Bake foods, such as chicken pieces or thick pork chops, on low rack position. Place food in Broiling/Baking Pan.
• Turn foods halfway through cooking time. Visit foodsafety.gov for more safe cooking temperature information.

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.
• Follow food manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not leave oven unattended during operation.
• Keep 1 inch (2.5 cm) between food and heating element.
• Do not use oven cooking bags.
• Do not heat foods in plastic containers.

1. Place Oven Rack in Oven. High rack position is for faster broiling times. Low rack position is for foods needing longer broiling times, like chicken breasts. Slide Broiling/Baking Pan under Oven Rack to catch drippings or place food on Broiling/Baking Pan on Oven Rack. DO NOT PREHEAT OVEN.
2. Turn Temperature Dial to 450°F (232°C).
3. Turn Function Dial to BROIL.
4. Rotate Timer Dial past 10 and then to desired broiling time. Turn foods when browned or halfway through cooking time.
5. Unplug.
   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.
Your Toaster Oven should be cleaned regularly for best performance and long life. Regular cleaning will also reduce the risk of fire hazard.

1. Unplug.
2. 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.
3. Wipe Crumb Tray with a damp, soapy cloth.
   Repeat with a damp, clean cloth.
4. Wash Oven Rack and Broiling/Baking Pan in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
5. Wipe outside of Oven with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

Troubleshooting

Oven will not heat.

• Check to make sure electrical outlet is working and Oven is plugged in.
  Turn Temperature Dial to 350°F (177°C).
  Turn Function Dial to BAKE; then 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. 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 450°F (232°C). Turn Function Dial to TOAST; then rotate Timer past 10 and then back to desired toast color.

Some foods burn and some are not done.

• Adjust Oven Rack position to center food in oven.
• Adjust Oven temperature or cooking time for best results with your recipes.

Limited Warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is unavailable, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value. This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than singlefamily household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120 V ~ 60 Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please write Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. 4421 Waterfront Dr., Glen Allen, VA 23060, or visit proctorsilex.com/customer-service in the U.S. or proctorsilex.ca/customer-service in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

Documents / Resources

References

• Parts & Accessories | ProctorSilex.com
• Customer Service | ProctorSilex.com
• Customer Service | Proctor Silex Canada

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