KCO253 - Oven KITCHENAID - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KCO253 KITCHENAID

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Rack-positioning slotsUpper cooking elements Compact Oven controls Convection bake fan Lower cooking elements (2) Compact Oven racks*** Removable crumb tray Compact Oven door with tempered glass window Broil pan with grill** Large stainless steel handle Compact Oven interior with nonstick surface*

• Oven cavity dimensions: 12" (30.2 cm.) deep, 0.6 cu. ft. (0.018 cu. m.) volume. ** TIP: When cooking small pieces of foods or foods that will melt, use the broil pan. This will keep food from falling onto the cooking elements. *** The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options (2 options at each rack position: top, middle, and bottom) allowing you to cook anything from a whole chicken to multiple sheets of brownies at once. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 2 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

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• Turn the Temperature control knob to WARM (the minimum setting) when the Compact Oven is not in use. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 3 4/12/16 9:31 AM4 | COMPACT OVEN SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or any parts

of the Compact Oven in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance

malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance

manufacturer may cause injuries.

9. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

10. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil

or other hot liquids.

11. Use extreme caution when removing broiler pan tray or disposing of hot grease.

12. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the Compact Oven

as they may create a re or risk of electric shock.

13. A re may occur if the Compact Oven is covered or touching ammable

material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.

14. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad

and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.

15. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed

of materials other than metal or glass.

16. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturer’s recommended

accessories, in this Compact Oven when not in use.

17. Do not place any of the following materials in the Compact Oven: paper,

cardboard, plastic, or anything similar.

18. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the Compact Oven with metal foil.

This will cause overheating of the Compact Oven.

19. To disconnect, turn the Compact Oven off by turning the Time control knob

to the “0” (Off) position, then remove plug from wall outlet.

20. Do not use outdoors.

21. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

22. Turn Compact Oven off by rotating the Time control knob to the

“0” (Off) position and turning the Toast control knob to the “Off” position. The Power On indicator light will be off.

23. To disconnect, turn the Compact Oven off, then remove plug from outlet.

This product is designed for household use only.

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W10860723A_ENv14.indd 5 4/12/16 9:31 AM6 | COMPACT OVEN SAFETY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Voltage: 120 Volts A.C. only Frequency: 60 Hertz Wattage: Up to 1440 Watts NOTE: The Compact Oven has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualied electrician or technician install an outlet near the appliance. A short power supply cord (or detachable power supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if attention is exercised in their use. If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used:

• The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

• The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

• If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3 wire cord.

(10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm)

Place the Compact Oven on a dry, flat, level surface such as a countertop or table. Be sure the sides, back, and top of the Compact Oven are at least 4" (10 cm) away from any walls, cabinets, or objects on the counter or table.

Remove all packaging materials and labels from the oven cavity, if present. Remove all items not required for the next cooking procedure. NOTE: Upon first use, the oven may produce light smoke. This is normal.

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The Compact Oven should be the only appliance operating on the circuit. The Compact Oven is now ready to use. Before first use Before using the Compact Oven for the rst time, remove all accessories and wash in hot, soapy water; then rinse with clean water. Dry accessories thoroughly before placing back inside the Compact Oven. To avoid damage, do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads. NOTE: The oven racks and broil pan with grill are dishwasher-safe, but we recommend hand washing these parts. IMPORTANT: Do not use cleaning agents, cleansers, or metal scouring pads on the inner oven coating, as they may reduce its effectiveness. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 7 4/12/16 9:31 AM8 | USING THE COMPACT OVEN

The Compact Oven features 2 unique 6-position racks designed for optimal cooking performance. Reposition the racks based on the kind of food you are cooking to allow warm air to move around the food, cooking uniformly on all sides. The upper, middle, and lower rack-positioning slots along the oven sides hold the racks in place. The middle rack position slot includes a rack stop. Place the racks in any of the following positions to accommodate the broil pan with grill, any baking pans, dishes, or standard bakeware*:

EXAMPLE RACK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Top** Use the upper slots along the oven walls. This position is recommended for the Broil setting. Middle** Use the middle slots along the oven walls. The middle rack position contains a rack stop. This position is recommended for the Toast setting. Bottom** Use the lower slots along the oven walls. This position is recommended for the Bake and Warm settings. If using the Warm setting, we recommend beginning with the rack in this setting and adjusting the rack as necessary, depending on desired results. ** The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options (2 options at each rack position: top, middle, and bottom). Flip the rack to use at each level at each rack position, as desired. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 8 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

Both the top and bottom cooking elements cycle on and off while baking. For model KCO253, the convection fan runs only when the Bake function is selected to circulate heat at the desired oven temperature. The Convection Bake feature operates like a conventional oven to bake and roast, but generally in a shorter amount of time. This feature uses a built-in fan to continuously circulate heat while baking. The Convection Bake feature operates only when the Bake function is selected. Recipes will vary and cooking time should be monitored for desired results. For better cooking results, select the correct cooking pan to allow for proper air circulation.

USING THE BAKE FUNCTION

Recommended Rack Positions: Bottom Slide the oven rack into the lowest slots along the oven walls. The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options. Flip the rack to use at each level, if desired.

*CHOOSING BAKEWARE FOR COMPACT OVEN USE

• The broil pan included with the Compact Oven is suitable for items such as cookies, rolls, biscuits, nachos, and pork chops.

• A variety of standard baking dishes, such as a 9" (22.9 cm) round or square cake pan, a 6 cup (1.5 L) mufn pan, small baking sheets, and 1- and 2-qt (0.95 L and 1.9 L) round, square, and rectangular casserole dishes, may be used. The Compact Oven door must close completely.

• Choose bakeware made of metal, oven-safe glass, ceramic, or silicone.

• Do not use glass lids. If a cover is desired, use a loosely tted sheet of aluminum foil shiny side up or down.

• Use lowest oven rack position when using deep, oven-safe glass or ceramic containers and allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) airspace between the top of the container and the upper cooking elements.

• Many convenience foods are packaged in nonmetallic containers suitable for use in microwave ovens. Be sure to check package directions to determine whether the container is suitable for use in a regular oven.

• Use only loosely covered oven-safe containers. Airtight containers may cause food to boil over or splatter. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 9 4/12/16 9:31 AM10 | USING THE COMPACT OVEN

Rotate the Function control knob to BAKE.

Rotate the Temperature control knob to the desired temperature. Bake according to package or recipe instructions.

To preheat: Rotate the Time control knob past the 10-minute position, then rotate it back to the first dot (5-minute position). The Power On indicator light will turn on. After 5 minutes, the end signal will sound and the Compact Oven will shut off automatically.

Place food in the center of the rack and close the door. Remove all plastic and/or paper wrappers from food before cooking. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 10 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

Rotate the Time control knob to the desired time. When the time has elapsed, the end signal will sound and the Compact Oven will shut off automatically. Turn the Time control knob to “0” (Off) if removing food before the time has elapsed.

Use the Time control knob for continuous cook times of up to 60 minutes. For recipes that call for cook times of more than 60 minutes, use the Time control knob in the “Stay on” mode by rotating the Time Control knob to the “ON” position. The “Stay on” mode allows for extended cook times of up to 4 hours when using the Bake, Broil, or Warm settings.

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TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less, rotate the Time control knob past the 10-minute mark; then, rotate back to the desired time. NOTE: : The Compact Oven has a 4-hour auto shut-off feature. If the “Stay on” mode is used, the Power On indicator light will turn on and the Compact Oven will keep heating at the selected temperature for 4 hours. After 4 hours, the heater will shut off automatically and the indicator light will begin to blink to let you know that the heat is no longer on. Rotate the Timer knob to “0”, and then unplug the power cord to turn off the indicator light and reset the Compact Oven. TIP: When cooking for a long time at high temperatures, you may detect a slight odor from the oven insulation materials. This is normal.

• Oven surfaces can become hot during cooking. Touch only the door handle and knobs during oven operation.

• Do not place items on top or near Compact Oven while in use.

• When preparing frozen or packaged foods, follow package directions. Preheating is not necessary.

• Replace cardboard, glass, or plastic lids with aluminum foil for use in the Compact Oven.

Only the top cooking elements heat when the Broil function is selected. Use the included broil pan and grill directly on the oven rack for even browning and easy cleanup. The broil pan and grill may also be used for the Bake and Warm settings. IMPORTANT: The food to be broiled should be at least 1" (2.5 cm) from the top cooking elements in the Compact Oven.

Place the food to be broiled on the broil pan with grill. Then, close the door.

Rotate the Function control knob to BROIL. Only the top cooking elements heat when the Broil function is selected. Recommended Rack Positions: Top Use the upper slots along oven walls. Slide in the oven rack. For delicate foods such as fish or chicken, or for less browning, place the rack in a lower position. The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options. Flip the rack to use at each level, if desired. NOTE: The Compact Oven does not have an open-door broil feature. The door must be closed when broiling. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 12 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

Rotate the Temperature control knob to Broil/450.

Rotate the Time control knob to the desired time for broiling or browning the food on one side. The Power On indicator light will turn on. Be sure to monitor the broiling progress.

When the end signal sounds, the Compact Oven will automatically shut off. If broiling or browning the other side of the food, open the door and use a pot holder to pull the rack and pan about halfway out of the oven. Turn the food, slide the rack and pan back into place, and close the door.

Rotate the Time control knob to the desired time for broiling or browning the food on the other side. When the time elapses, the end signal will sound and the Compact Oven will automatically shut off. TIP: Check food cooking progress through the clear, tempered glass door window. The Compact Oven will be more energy efficient if you open the door less often. TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less, rotate the Time control knob past the 10-minute mark; then, rotate back to the desired time. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 13 4/12/16 9:31 AM14 | USING THE COMPACT OVEN

If removing food before the end signal sounds, rotate the Time control knob to “0” (Off) to shut off the Compact Oven. Then, remove the food. Up to 6 slices of bread may be placed directly on the rack for toasting. Both the top and bottom cooking elements heat when this function is selected. TIP: Experience will teach you how much time to use for toasting various kinds of bread. Frozen, dark, or whole-grain breads require a longer time. Fresh, soft, or white breads require a shorter time.

Toast up to 6 slices of bread. When toasting only 1 or 2 slices of bread, center the bread in the oven. For best results, place the bread to be toasted directly on the rack.

Close the door. Recommended Slot Positions: Middle Use the middle slots along oven walls. Slide in the rack. The 2 reversible racks offer the exibility of 6 height options. Flip the rack to use at each level, if desired. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 14 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

Rotate the Function control knob to the TOAST setting.

Starting from the Off position, rotate the Toast control knob to your desired setting: Dark, Medium, or Light. Based on your preferences, you can set the Toast control knob to any of the dot icons in between Light and Dark to choose a customized toast setting. The Power On indicator light will turn on.

When toasting is finished, the end signal will sound and the Compact Oven will shut off automatically. Rotate the Toast control knob to the Off position if removing toast before the end signal sounds. IMPORTANT: For the Toast setting, the Toast control knob works as a timer instead of the Time control knob. The Toast setting will not function properly if the Time control knob is used. TIP: The first batch of toast is typically lighter than the selected setting if toasted in a cold oven. Run an empty TOAST cycle at Medium to preheat oven or select a darker setting for the first batch only. NOTE: It is normal for condensation to form on the door when toasting moist or fresh breads. TIP: If top of food item browns too fast, lower the rack position or reduce oven temperature. If bottom of food item browns too fast, raise rack position or reduce oven temperature. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 15 4/12/16 9:31 AM16 | USING THE COMPACT OVEN

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Only the lower cooking elements heat when the Warm function is selected. TIP: Turn the Temperature control knob to WARM, or minimum setting, when the Compact Oven is not in use.

Rotate the Function control knob to the WARM setting.

Rotate the Temperature control knob to WARM. Warm is the lowest temperature setting available. For faster heating, increase temperature as desired. Recommended Rack Positions: Bottom Slide the rack in the lower slots along the oven walls. We recommend beginning with the rack in this position and adjusting the rack as necessary, depending on desired results. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 16 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

Rotate the Time control knob to the desired setting. The Power On indicator light will turn on.

If removing food before the end signal sounds, rotate the Time control knob to “0” (Off) to shut off the Compact Oven. Then, remove the food. TIP: When setting for 5 minutes or less, rotate the Time control knob past the 10-minute mark; then, rotate back to the desired time. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 17 4/12/16 9:31 AM18 | CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING YOUR COMPACT OVEN

• Make sure the Time control knob is in the “0” (Off) position. Then, unplug from the wall socket before cleaning.

• Allow the Compact Oven and all accessories to cool completely before cleaning.

• Do not use abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads. They could scratch the surface.

• Wipe the outside of the Compact Oven with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. A nonabrasive liquid cleaner may be used for stubborn stains. KitchenAid recommends the use of affresh

Stainless Steel Cleaner for all stainless steel surfaces. affresh

Cooktop Cleaner and scrubbing pads are also recommended for cleaning the toughest baked-on residue on stainless steel and glass surfaces. Ensure all surfaces are completely dry before using your oven. Please visit www.affresh.com to learn more.

• Hand washing is recommended for racks and pan. Remove all items from the Compact Oven. Wash the rack and broil pan with grill in hot, sudsy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. To clean the crumb tray, slide it out of the oven and brush off crumbs. Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. NOTE: The oven racks and broil pan with grill are dishwasher safe, but hand washing is recommended.

Cooktop Cleaner is not available, scrub with a paste made from baking soda and water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

• The walls on the inside of the oven have a nonstick coating for easy cleaning. Remove heavy spatter after use with a nylon or polyester mesh pad, sponge, or cloth dampened with warm water. Dry with a paper towel or soft, dry cloth. TIP: To minimize cleanup, spray the broil pan with nonstick cooking spray when cooking wet or sticky foods. Wash the broil pan thoroughly after each use to avoid buildup of cooking spray. IMPORTANT: Do not use cleaning agents, cleansers, or metal scouring pads on the inner oven coating as they may reduce its effectiveness. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 18 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING | 19 TROUBLESHOOTING If the Compact Oven should fail to operate, check the following:

• Is the Compact Oven plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Is the fuse in the circuit to the Compact Oven in working order?

• If you have a circuit breaker box, make sure the circuit is closed. Try unplugging the Compact Oven

then plug it back in. Upper cooking elements visibly glow, but bottom cooking elements do not.

• The upper cooking elements use higher power for better browning performance. The lower cooking elements are on butmay not visibly glow like the upper cooking elements. This is normal and your Compact Oven is working properly. Power On light is flashing rapidly.

• The oven has a 4-hour auto shut-off feature. If using the “Stay on” mode, the oven will automatically shut off after 4 hours and the Power On indicator light will ash rapidly. If the problem cannot be corrected:

• See the “Warranty and Service” section. Do not return the Compact Oven to the retailer – retailers do not provide service. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 19 4/12/16 9:31 AM20 | WARRANTY AND SERVICE

This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for KitchenAid

Compact Ovens operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Length of Warranty: One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase. KitchenAid Will Pay for Your Choice of: Hassle-Free Replacement of your KitchenAid

Compact Oven. See the next page for details on how to arrange for service, or call the Customer eXperience Center toll-free at 1-800-541-6390.

The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center. KitchenAid Will Not Pay for: A. Repairs when your KitchenAid

Compact Oven is used in other than normal single family home use. B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or abuse. C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your KitchenAid

Compact Oven to an Authorized Service Center. D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for KitchenAid

Compact Ovens operated outside the 50 United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. W10860723A_ENv14.indd 20 4/12/16 9:31 AMENGLISH

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®/™ © 2016 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. Used under license in Canada. In the United States and Puerto Rico: For service information, or to order accessories or replacement parts, call toll-free at 1-800-541-6390 or write to: Customer eXperience Center, KitchenAid Small Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218 Outside the United States and Puerto Rico: Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the KitchenAid

Compact Oven for information on how to obtain service. For service information in Canada: Call toll-free 1-800-807-6777. For service information in Mexico: Call toll-free 01-800-0022-767. We’re so condent the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that, if your KitchenAid

Compact Oven should fail within the rst year of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparable replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your original KitchenAid

Compact Oven returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty. If your KitchenAid

Compact Oven should fail within the rst year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday. Please have your original sales receipt available when you call. Proof of purchase will be required to initiate the claim. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. (No P.O. Box numbers, please.) When you receive your replacement KitchenAid

Compact Oven, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original KitchenAid

Compact Oven and send it back to KitchenAid. We’re so condent the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of the KitchenAid brand that, if your KitchenAid

Compact Oven should fail within the rst year of ownership, we will replace your KitchenAid

Compact Oven with an identical or comparable replacement. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year limited warranty. If your KitchenAid

Compact Oven should fail within the rst year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-807-6777 Monday through Friday. Please have your original sales receipt available when you call. Proof of purchase will be required to initiate the claim. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. When you receive your replacement KitchenAid

Compact Oven, use the carton, packing materials, and prepaid shipping label to pack up your original KitchenAid

Compact Oven and send it back to KitchenAid.

HASSLE-FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY – CANADA

ARRANGING FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRES,

OR ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

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