TOASTER OVEN / BROILER INSTRUCTION MANUAL TOSTADOR-ASADOR / HORNEADOR MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Model Number / No. de Modelo: T-18 BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice. La sección en español empieza en la página 16. Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 www.avantiproducts.com 2 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing this fine Avanti product. Please fill out this card and return it within 100 days of purchase and receive these important benefits to the following address: Avanti Products, A Division of The Mackle Co., Inc. P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152 USA ? Protect your product: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Avanti product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as fire or theft. ? Promote better products: We value your input. Your responses will help us develop products designed to best meet your future needs. --------------------------------------------------------(detach here)--------------------------------------------------------------Avanti Registration Card __________________________________ Name __________________________________ Address __________________________________ City State Zip __________________________________ Area Code Phone Number Did You Purchase An Additional Warranty: ?Extended ?None Reason For Choosing This Avanti Product: Please indicate the most important factors that influenced your decision to purchase this product. ?Price ?Product Features ?Avanti Reputation ?Product Quality ?Salesperson Recommendation ?Friend/Relative Recommendation ?Warranty ?Other_______________________ ______________________________________ Model # Serial # ______________________________________ Date Purchased Store/Dealer Name ______________________________________ Occupation As Your Primary Residence, Do You: ?Own ?Rent Your Age: ?under 18 ?18-25 ?26-30 ?31-35 ?36-50 ?over 50 Marital Status: ?Married ?Single Is This Product Used In The: ?Home ?Business How Did You Learn About This Product: ?Advertising ?In Store Demo ?Personal Demo ?Other_______________________________ Comments____________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ 3 4 HELP US HELP YOU ... Read this guide carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new appliance properly. Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call: Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570 Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period. Write down the model and serial numbers. You'll find them on a label located on the back side of the unit. Please write these numbers here: ____________________________________ Date of Purchase ____________________________________ Model Number ____________________________________ Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your appliance. If you received a damaged appliance, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the appliance. Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Problem Solver Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself. IF YOU NEED SERVICE We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send it to: Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172 USA 5 PARTS AND FEATURES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. HANDLE FULL VIEW GLASS DOOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB TIMER CONTROL KNOB POWER INDICATOR LIGHT 1 2 3 ACCESSORIES 1. 2. 3. 4. OVEN WIRE RACK BAKE/BROIL/DRIP PAN METAL HANDLING TOOL CRUMB TRAY 4 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Registration Information Help Us Help You Parts and Features Important Safety Features Installation Instructions Before Using Your Appliance Installation of Your Appliance Electrical Connection Operating Your Appliance Control Panel Using Your Oven Care and Maintenance Cleaning Your Appliance Storing Your Appliance Troubleshooting Guide Service for Your Appliance Your Avanti Warranty Wiring Diagram Instrucciones en Español 3 5 6 8 9 9 9 9 10 10 11 12 12 12 13 13 14 15 16 - 18 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ?WARNING? To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, PRODUCT LABELS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Do not touch hot surfaces, use handles or knobs. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning. Allow the unit to cool thoroughly before putting in or taking off parts. When the unit is not in use and before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the wall outlet. Make sure the appliance is turned off before unplugging. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquids. Don't leave children alone or unattended where the appliance is hot or in operation. This appliance is not designed to be used by children. Never use your appliance for heating the room. Your oven is not designed to heat your kitchen. Do not operate this or any appliance with a frayed or damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer; they may cause fire, electric shock or personal injury. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use. Do not let the cord dangle over the edge of a tabletop, countertop or to touch hot surfaces. Do not place the appliance near a hot gas, electric burner or in a heated oven. Extreme caution should be used when using containers constructed of other than metal or glass. A fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable materials, including curtains, draperies, walls, etc., when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer's recommended accessories in this unit when not in use. Do not place any flammable materials in the appliance, such as paper, cardboard, plastic or any materials that may catch fire or melt. Never clean the appliance with flammable liquids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Do not cover the appliance with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the appliance. Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the appliance as they may create a fire or risk of electrical shock. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electrical shock. When broiling, use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of hot grease. To turn this appliance off, return all controls to the "0" / "OFF" position, then remove the plug from wall outlet. Cooked food can be very hot, especially pastry filling. Handle with care. Never pick up a flaming pan. Turns the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid. Do not use water on grease fires. Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda, multipurpose dry chemical, or fire extinguisher. Flame in the oven can be smothered completely by closing the oven door and turning the oven off or by using baking soda, multipurpose dry chemical, or fire extinguisher. This Unit Is For Household Use Only - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ? ? ? Before Using Your Appliance Remove the exterior and interior packing. Check to be sure you have all of the following parts: ? 1 Bake/Broil/Drip Pan ? 1 Metal Handling Tool ? 1 Oven Wire Rack ? 1 Crumb Tray ? 1 Instruction Manual Remove all the items inside your oven and clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your oven unless it is specially recommended in this manual. This appliance requires 1300W and should be the only appliance operating on the circuit. ? ? ? NOTICE BEFORE YOU USE THIS OVEN FOR THE FIRST TIME: THE HEATING ELEMENTS HAVE A PROTECTIVE COATING, WHICH MUST BE BURNED OFF BEFORE USE. TO DO THIS, OPEN THE OVEN DOOR AND SET THE TEMPERATURE TO 250°C / 480°F. LEAVE THE APPLIANCE SWITCHED ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES. IT IS IMPORTANT TO ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION DURING PERIOD AS A BURNING SMELL IS NORMAL DURING THIS PROCESS. ? Installation of Your Appliance Select a location for the appliance. The location should be in an open area on a flat counter where the plug will reach an outlet. ? When positioning the appliance, it should be set on a flat, steady surface. ? Do not block air vents. If they are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat and eventually cause the appliance failure. ? Keep the appliance away from hot air, steam or splashing liquids when choosing a place to locate it, otherwise, the unit's operation may be adversely affected, causing it to break down. ? Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating and heat sources may increase electrical consumption. ? Plug the appliance into an exclusive properly installed grounded wall outlet. Any questions concerning power should be directed toward a certified electrician or an authorized Avanti Products service center. ? Do not place anything on the top of the broiler oven and automatic toaster. ? Keep the appliance at least 5 inches away from rear wall to ensure the proper ventilation. ? ? Electrical Connection The appliance has a polarized plug (One blade is wider than the other), to reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reserve the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. A short power cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used with care, however, be sure the marked electrical rating is at least as great as the rating of this appliance. The extension cord should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over. The electrical rating of this appliance is listed on the bottom panel of the appliance. 9 ? OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE ? Control Panel TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB Turn the knob clockwise to select the desired temperature up to 250°C/480°F. To switch off the heating elements of oven turn the temperature control to the "0" setting position. FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB There are three functions ­ BAKE, BROIL AND TOAST. To switch off the heating elements of oven turn the function selector to the setting position. TIMER SELECTOR KNOB You can set cooking time up to 60 minutes. It will automatically turn the oven at the end of the cooking time selected with the sound of a bell signal. To switch off the oven turn the timer selector to the "0" setting position. POWER INDICATOR LIGHT The indicator will come use. when the oven is in 10 ? Using Your Oven and turn the temperature & timer control knobs to Be sure that the function selector knob is turned "0" position before plugging the cord into the outlet for use and when unplugging the appliance after use. Preheating The Oven Turn the function selector control knob to the desired function either BAKE or BROIL. Turn the temperature control knob to the desired temperature. Turn the timer selector knob to the "20 minutes marking" for the oven to preheat. When defrosting do not preheat oven. Turn Temperature Control to 250ºF. Allow 15-20 minutes per side for meats or fish to defrost. Always cook food promptly after thawing. To Use The BAKE Function Turn the function selector knob to the BAKE position, then turn the temperature control knob to the desired oven temperature. Turn the timer knob to the desired cooking time (max 60 minutes). At the end of the cooking time a bell signal sounds and the oven will turn automatically. and to maintain the selected temperature. Only the bottom heater elements will cycle Arrange food on the wire rack or in the Bake/Broil/Drip pan. When BAKING ...