Avanti T-18 Microwave Oven User Manual


 
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? Using Your Oven
Be sure that the function selector knob is turned and turn the temperature & timer control knobs to
“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.
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.
Only the bottom heater elements will cycle and to maintain the selected temperature.
Arrange food on the wire rack or in the Bake/Broil/Drip pan.
When BAKING is completed, open door fully and remove food carefully, using the metal handling tool
provided.
To Use The BROIL Function
Arrange food on broiler pan. Place broiler pan on oven rack. Close the door to the first notch, leaving
approximately a 3 inch gap at the top. This will ensure adequate airflow during broiling.
Turn the function selector to the BROIL setting, 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.
Only the top heater elements will operate with full power. For best results the oven should be preheated
20 minutes before adding the food to be broiled.
Turn food over about halfway through the broiling time.
When BROILING is completed, open door fully and remove food carefully, using the metal handling tool
provided.
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.