OV1413 - Microwaves TRISTAR - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Microwave with convection and rotisserie
Brand	TriStar
Model	OV1413
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Cooking functions	Fan forced, top and bottom heat, rotisserie
Timer	Yes, up to 60 minutes with automatic stop and bell
Temperature control	Yes, from 0 to 250 °C
Baking tray	Included
Grill rack	Included
Rotisserie forks	Included (supports up to 3 kg)
Rotisserie handle	Included
Operation indicator light	Yes
Automatic shut-off	Yes at end of timer
Cleaning	Unplug, let cool, clean with a soft non-abrasive cloth
Safety	Do not immerse, use under supervision, do not repair yourself
Use	Household use only
Recycling	Do not dispose of with household waste, take to a collection point

Frequently Asked Questions - OV1413 TRISTAR

How to use the rotisserie function?

Install the rotisserie forks in the designated holes, place the meat (max 3 kg) and use the handle to handle it. Select the rotisserie function with the function knob.

How to set the timer for less than 5 minutes?

First turn the timer knob beyond 6 minutes, then go back to the desired time (e.g., 3 minutes).

What is the maximum oven temperature?

The maximum temperature is 250 °C, adjustable with the temperature control knob.

How to clean the oven interior?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool. Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners like benzene or scouring powder.

What to do if the oven does not heat up?

Check that the plug is properly connected and that the timer knob is set to a duration. Also check that the function selector is in a heating position. If the problem persists, contact an approved service center.

Can I use metal containers in the oven?

Avoid metal containers except those provided (tray, grill, forks). Aluminum can be used in small amounts to prevent splashes.

How to install the rotisserie forks?

Insert the forks into the designated holes on the sides of the oven, then place the assembly on the support. Use the handle to remove them after cooking.

What is the maximum rotisserie capacity?

The rotisserie forks can support up to 3 kilograms of meat.

How to turn off the oven manually?

Turn the timer knob counterclockwise to the 'OFF' position.

What to do in case of burning smell during first use?

It is normal for a burning smell to occur during the first heating. Heat the empty oven at 250 °C for 10 minutes to remove manufacturing residues.

USER MANUAL OV1413 TRISTAR

General safety instructions

Check if the tension of your supply corresponds with the voltage indicated on the rating plate of your appliance.

Before commissioning this device please read the instruction manual carefully and keep this so that you can check them later.
- Please keep these instructions, the guarantee certificate, the sales receipt and, if possible, the carton with the inner packaging!
- The device is intended exclusively for private and not for commercial use! Keep it away from direct heat, sun and moist and protect it against sharp impacts.
- Always remove the plug from the socket whenever the device is not in use, when attaching accessory parts, cleaning the device or whenever a disturbance occurs. Switch off the device before. Pull on the plug, not on the cable.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or lack of experience and knowledge (including children), unless they have been supervised or instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
In order to protect children from the dangers of electrical appliances, never leave them unsupervised with the device. Consequently, when selecting the location for your device, do so in such a way that children do not have access to the device. Take care to ensure that the cable does not hang down.
- Test the device, plug and the cable regularly for damage. If there is damage of any kind, the device should not be used but the appliance must be repaired by a qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard. Only original spare parts must be used.
A damaged cord or plug must be replaced by an authorized technician to avoid a hazard. Do not repair the device yourself..
- Keep the device and the cable away from heat, direct sunlight, moisture, sharp edges and such like.
- Never use the device unsupervised! Switch off the device whenever you are not using it, even if this is only for a moment.
- Do not use the device outdoors.
- Under no circumstances must the device be placed in water or other liquid, or come into contact with such. Do not use the device with wet or moist hands.
- Should the device become moist or wet, remove the mains plug from the socket immediately. Do not reach into the water.
- Use the device only for the intended purpose.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Heating element 5. Door handle 9. Switch knob 13. Tray handle
   2.Glass door 6.Outer case 10.Timer knob 14.Food tray
2. Inner case 7.Temp knob 11.Stand 15. Rotisserie handle
   4.Rack support 8.Indicator light 12.Wire rack 16.Rotisserie fork

CAUTIONS

Special indication:

The accessory image varies from different models. Please refer to the actual model you buy.

Always use the food fork when inserting or removing the tray .Touching these will cause severe burns.

When hot, do not apply water to the glass window, it may cause the glass to break.

When unplugging the cord, always take hold of the plug itself. Never pull on the cord. Doing so could break the wires inside the cord.

Do not position the unit close to a gas burner or other source of high temperature or do not direct an electric fan,etc,at the unit during USE.Doing so could prevent correct temperature control.

Do not wet the power cord nor handle the unit with wet hands.Always unplug the cord after use,or whenever the unit is to be left unattended.A malfunction while the plug is inserted into the outlet could cause a fire.

When cooking oil-splashing dishes such as roast chicken,it is recommended to put 2 sheets of aluminum foils on a tray in order to diminish oil splashing.Put one on a tray.Then oil will drip to a gap between foils.

USE INDICTION

Special indication: the parts and accessory varies from different models. Please refer the image to the real item you buy.

Food tray and baking net

Food tray	Roast Chicken, Hamburg steak, Gratin, Sponge cake, almost all other oven-cooked foods	How to use tray handle
Wire rack	Baked potatoes, Dry food
Food tray and wire rack	For food which will drip/boiled fish, etc	Rotisserie forks and handle

The trays are not perfectly square.

Note:

Be careful when removing pudding and other hot liquids.

Rack Support

You can adjust the tray at 4 different positions according to the dishes you want to cook. For instance, when making macaroni gratin and you want to have the top part cooked the most, use the second or the second rack support. For roasting a chicken, use the fourth or the bottom rack support.

Rotisserie Function

Use with Rotisserie Forks		Install Rotisserie Forks
With this function, even baking will be provided. Rotisserie forks can carry food under 3 kilograms.		Left	Right
Install Rotisserie Forks	Remove Rotisserie Forks	Rotisserie Handle
Install the Rotisserie Forks to the rotisserie hole, and then put it to the rotisserie tray.	Use Rotisserie Handle to take out the Rotisserie Forks from the rotisserie tray, and then remove it from the rotisserie hole. CAUTION: Beware of HOT dripping oil!	Please always use Rotisserie Handle to take out the Rotisserie Forks.
Convection Function
	Featured with a special convection function, strong and absolute cycling airflow by making the heating more complete. Original flavor can be kept.

Functional Control

Function Control Select the suitable heating element according to the dishes you are going to cook.	*	Upper Heating + Convection Function
		Lower & Lower Heating
		Upper Heating + Rotisserie Function
		Lower & Lower Heating + Convection & Rotisserie Function
Timer *You can observe whether the heating elements are working or not by observing the front Indicator light.	1. Set the arrow on the "Timer" to the number which indicates the cooking time (minutes) according to the dishes you are going to cook.
	2. Set the "Timer" by turning it clockwise. The oven will turn off automatically at the end of the selected time and a bell will ring. · When setting the Timer to less than 5 min, turn it to more than 6 min, and then back to the selected time.
	3. The oven can be turned off manually during cooking by turning the "Timer" anti-clockwise to the "OFF" position.

METHOD OF CLEANING

Take off the plug and cool down before cleaning.

When cleaning, wash the interior and exterior surface,Do not use hard brush or any others to wash,so as not to scrape the interior surface of the oven,and to protect the tray,the net and the food fork.

Do not use the toxic and abrasive cleaners such as gasoline,polishing powder,solvent.

BAKING REFERENCE OF COMMON FOOD

TYP OF FOOD	TEMPERTURE	SITE(SHELF)	TIME
Bread 180	3 9-13
Cake 180	2 25-35
Fish 250	2 10-15
Chicken/Duck	220-250 2 30-45
Pancake 160	0 1 7-10
Beef 250	2 8-15
Egg/Peanut 1	25-150 2 6-10
Hot Dog 200	0 2 6-10
Hamburger 240	20 10-14

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the unit for the first time:
Heat the empty oven.
(1) Insert the tray and baking net.
(2)Set the heater operating switch to "UPPER & LOWER", set the temperature control dial to "250" and heat the empty oven for about 10 minutes.
Note:
There may be some smoke and a burning smell at first use, but this is not a malfunction.
Temperature control dial:
Set the Temperature Control Dial for the dishes which you are going to cook.
Heat Operating Switch:
Select "upper" "Lower" or "Upper and Lower" according to the dishes you are going to cook. You can observe whether the heaters are working or not by observing the front Indicator light.
UPPER( ), LOWER( ), UPPER & LOWER( )
1. Set the arrow on the timer knob to the number which indicates the cooking time(minutes) according to the dishes you are going to cook.	OFF 10 60 20
2. Set the Timer by turning it clockwise. The oven will turn off automatically at the end of the selected time and a bell will ring
·When setting the Timer to less than 5 min., turn it to more than 6 min. and then back lo the selected time.
3. The oven can be turned off manually during cooking by turning the Timer counter-clockwise to the "0FF" position.
Note:
If the inside of the oven is dirty, cooking may take slightly longer than usual.

CAUTIONS

If the oven is positioned to close to a wall, the wall will be burned or stained. Be sure th curtain, etc., are not in contact with the body. Do not put anything between the bottom of the body and the surface on which it is set, an object so placed could be burned.

Do not put anything on the oven while using it, the heat could cause deformation, cracking etc.

Any bottled or tinned food can not be heated directly as the bottle or tin would be broken out and scald the person.

Be careful! Not to bum yours elf during use or immediately after use. The metal parts and glass window of the door become extremely hot during use. Be careful not to touch the when opening and closing the door.

AC power must be taken from a properly wired outlet. Insert the plug completely into the socket. If it is not, it could become abnormally hot. Do not use an electric light outlet.Never connect multiple plugs to the same outlet

MAINTENANCE

1. Other than cleaning mentioned in this instruction manual, no additional maintenance or serving of this appliance is required.
2. Repairs, when necessary, must be performed at an authorized service facility.
3. This appliance is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and not for commercial or industrial use.

WARNING

If the supply cord is damaged, the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazer must replace it.

Caution: The temperature of the accessible surface may be high when the appliance is operation.

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Guidelines for protection of the environment

This appliance should not be put into the domestic garbage at the end of its useful life, but must be disposed of at a central point for recycling of electric and electronic domestic appliances. This symbol on appliance, instruction manual and packaging puts your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment. Ask your local authorities for information regarding the point of recollection.