Hamilton Beach Easy Reach 31434 - 6-Slice Toaster Oven Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Parts and Features
2 How to Toast
3 How to Bake
4 Convection Bake
5 How to Broil
6 Care and Cleaning
- 6.1 Glass Window Cleaning
7 Troubleshooting
8 Documents / Resources
- 8.1 References
- 8.2 Download manual

Parts and Features

Parts and Features - Part 1
Parts and Features - Part 2

Handle
Oven Door
Temperature Dial
Toast Shade
Timer
Convection Switch
Red Power Light

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How to Toast

If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug toaster 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 while in operation.
Always unplug oven when not in use.

Plug in Toaster Oven. Place Oven Rack in MIDDLE rack position for toast.
Turn Temperature Dial to TOAST. Place food in Toaster Oven.
Rotate Total Shade Selector Dial past MEDIUM (II) and then back to desired toast color. A bell will sound when the toast cycle is complete.

When toasting bread, place bread in middle of Oven Rack to get even toasting on top and bottom.
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.
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. Set Timer to desired setting.
To toast regular toaster pastries or frozen pastries, place oven rack in the MIDDLE rack position. Select a lighter color and toast directly on the Oven Rack. If pastry has a glaze or frosting, use Baking/Broiling Pan.
When toasting, condensation may form on the Oven Door. The moisture will slowly escape from the closed Toaster Oven.
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

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 oven when not in use.

Plug in Toaster Oven. Place Oven Rack on MIDDLE or LOW rack position.
Turn Temperature Dial to desired temperature.
Rotate Timer past 10 and let oven preheat for 5 minutes prior to placing food in Toaster Oven.
Place the Baking/Broiling Pan on the Oven Rack. Set Timer to desired time by rotating Timer past 10 and then to desired baking time or rotate Timer to STAY ON while pressing in and holding the buttons on the side of the dial.
When finished, turn 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, place on Baking/Broiling Pan and heat at 300ºF (149ºC) 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/Broiling Pan.
Bake foods, such as a whole chicken, on the MIDDLE rack position. Place food in Baking/Broiling Pan.
Convection bake: When baking pizza, use convection setting and reduce cooking time by 25%.
Turn foods halfway through cooking time.
Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

Convection Bake

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 in MIDDLE or LOW rack position.
Turn Temperature Dial to desired temperature.
Press Convection Switch for convection. Rotate Timer past 10 and then let Toaster Oven preheat for 5 minutes before beginning to bake. After Toaster 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 while pressing in and holding the buttons on the side of the dial.
When finished, press Convection Switch to OFF ( ) and unplug.

Tips for using convection bake
NOTE: Convection bake forces air to circulate in the Toaster Oven, so food will cook faster than the conventional BAKE setting.

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

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 food 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 Oven Rack. DO NOT PREHEAT THE OVEN. Turn Temperature Dial to BROIL.
Rotate Timer past 10 and then to the desired broiling time or rotate Timer to STAY ON while pressing in and holding the buttons on the side of the dial. Turn foods when browned or halfway through cooking time.
When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF ( ) and unplug.

Cook beef to at least 145ºF (63º)C.
Cook ground meat and pork to at least 160ºF (71ºC).
Cook chicken to at least 165ºF (73ºC).
Cook fish until at least 145ºF (63ºC) or until opaque or flakes with a fork.
Visit foodsafety.gov for more information.

Care and Cleaning

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

When finished, turn Timer dial to OFF ( ) and unplug. Let cool completely.
To clean inside of Toaster Oven, wipe interior of oven with a damp, soapy cloth. Repeat with a clean, damp cloth, then dry. For stubborn stains, use a plastic scouring pad.
Hand-wash Baking/Broiling Pan, Slide-Out Crumb Tray and Toasting/Baking/Broiling Oven Rack in warm, soapy water. Rinse, and dry.
Wipe outside of Toaster Oven with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.

Glass Window Cleaning

Make sure Toaster Oven is unplugged and completely cooled.
Using both hands, press buttons in on sides of Handle. Using one hand, lift up Oven Door to clean. Wash Window with a damp, soapy cloth. Using a clean, damp cloth, wipe window to rinse and dry.

Troubleshooting

Unit will not heat

Check to make sure electrical outlet is working and the Toaster Oven is plugged in. Turn Temperature Dial to 350°F (177°C) and turn Timer to STAY ON while pressing in and holding the buttons on the side of the dial.

Moisture forms on inside of Unit 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 the device

Smoke and odor are normal during first use of most heating appliances. These will not be present after initial heating period.

The device will not toast

Check to make sure outlet is working and Toaster 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 Toaster Oven temperature or cooking time for best results with your recipes.

Concentrated steam comes out top corners of Unit Door

Moisture escaping from Toaster 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.