HAMILTON BEACH 31173 Toaster Oven User Guide

: August 6, 2024
: Hamilton Beach

Table of Contents

WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Parts and Features
Using Your Toaster Oven
WARNING
To Keep Warm (Select models only)
WARNING
To Bake and Rapid Convection Cook (Select models only)
WARNING
Cleaning Your Toaster Oven
Troubleshooting
Customer Service
LIMITED WARRANTY
Documents / Resources

HAMILTON BEACH 31173 Toaster Oven User Guide

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not operate unattended while in Toast mode.
Do not use with oven cooking bags.
Do not store any materials, other than recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
Always allow at least one inch between food and heating element.
Do not cover or use near curtains, walls, cabinets, paper or plastic products, cloth towels, etc. Keep 2 to 4 inches away from wall or any objects on countertop.
Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children.
Always unplug toaster oven when not in use.
Regular cleaning reduces risk of fire hazard.
If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool before opening door.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

Shock Hazard

Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electrical shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or using an adaptor. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Read all instructions.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or toaster oven in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Unplug from outlet when not in use andbefore cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning appliance and putting on or taking off parts.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our tollfree customer assistance number for information on examination, repair or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. Be sure to allow hot oil or liquids to cool before moving appliance.
To disconnect, turn all controls to Off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of hot grease.
Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock.
Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in a toaster oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
A fire may occur if the toaster oven is covered, touching or near flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation, or before the appliance cools down.
Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of other than metal or glass.
Do not store any materials, other than appliance manufacturer recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use.
Do not place any of the following materials in the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
To turn the oven off or stop a toast cycle, rotate Timer Knob to “OFF” position.
Do not place eyes or face in closeproximity with tempered safety glass door in the event that the safety glass breaks.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Before using this appliance, move it 2 to 4 inches away from wall or any object on the countertop. Remove any object that may have been placed on top of the appliance. Do not use on surfaces where heat may cause a problem.
If plug gets hot, please call a qualified electrician.
The oven door is not a shelf. Do not place anything on the door.
Use extreme caution when extending loaded rack or adding food to extended rack.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Consumer Safety Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is intended for household use only.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the toaster oven. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
This appliance is equipped with a fully tempered safety glass door. The tempered glass is four times stronger than ordinary glass and more resistant to breakage.

Tempered glass can break, however it breaks into pieces with no sharp edges.
Care must be taken to avoid scratching door surface or nicking edges. If the door has a scratch or nick, call our toll-free customer assistance number.
When heavy foods are on the oven rack, do not pull the oven rack out more than halfway.
To baste or check for doneness, remove food from the oven and place on heat- resistant countertop surface or trivet.
Do not place bake pan directly on heating elements.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with the toaster oven.

Before First Use
Most heating appliances produce an odor and/or smoke when used for the first time.
Plug toaster oven into outlet. Turn the Oven Control Switch to 450°F. Set Toast Shade Selector/Timer to Oven ON. Heat at this temperature for 10 minutes. The odor

should not be present after this initial preheating. Remove baking pan, broil rack, and oven rack. Wash in hot, soapy water.
Rinse and dry.

Parts and Features

Temperature Knob
Function Knob (functions may differ depending on model)
ON/OFF Oven Control/Timer/ Toast Color Knob
Oven Rack
Slide-Out Crumb Tray
Broil Rack
Baking Pan

Oven Rack Positions
The oven has grooves in the side walls that let the oven rack be placed in different positions.
Middle Rack Position

for baking and broiling High and Low Rack Positions
use high rack position for broiling and toasting
use low rack position for baking

Pan Sizes
The following pans should fit your toaster oven. To be sure, place the pan in the oven to check the fit before preparing the recipe.
6-cup muffin pan 8 x 4 loaf pan
9 x 5 loaf pan
8-inch round or square baking pan Most 1 to 1 1⁄2 quart casserole dishes * The loaf pans will fit but do not fill more than half full.

Using Your Toaster Oven

To Toast

Place the oven rack in high position for bread, pastry, or frozen waffles.
Place oven rack in middle position for bagels or English muffins (see Toasting Tips).
Set Temperature Knob to .
Set Function Knob to Toast.
Turn Toast Color Knob to at least 5 and then back to desired toast color setting (for accurate times under 5 minutes).
A bell will sound when cycle is completed. When finished, turn OFF.
Unplug from outlet.

WARNING

Fire Hazard
Do not leave oven unattended during toasting or top-browning.

Toasting Tips!

When toasting only two slices of bread, place bread towards front of oven to get even toasting on top and bottom.
To toast bagels, place oven rack in the middle position and place bagels cut side facing down. This will toast the cut side more than the outside of the bagel. Set the Toast Color Knob to desired setting.
To toast English muffins, place oven rack in the middle position and place English muffins with the split side facing down. Set Toast Color Knob to the dark setting.
To toast regular toaster pastries, frozen pastry, or waffles, place oven rack in the middle position. Select a light color and toast directly on the oven rack. If pastry has a glaze of frosting, use baking pan.
When toasting, condensation may form on the oven door. The moisture will slowly escape from the enclosed oven.
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 Toast Color Knob based on desired color and number of slices.
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.

To Keep Warm (Select models only)

Set Temperature Knob to Keep Warm.
Set Function Knob to Keep Warm.
Set Timer between 5 and 15 minutes or to Stay On.
When finished, turn OFF. Unplug from outlet.

To Bake and Traditional Cook

Place oven rack in middle or low position depending on food to be cooked.
Set Temperature Knob to desired temperature.
Set Function Knob to BAKE.
Set Timer between 5 and 15 minutes or to Stay On. Preheat 5 minutes before beginning to bake.
When finished, turn OFF. Unplug from outlet.

Warming and Reheating Tips!

Do not totally enclose foods in aluminum foil. Foil can insulate foods and slow down heating.
To reheat rolls or biscuits, place on baking pan and heat at 300ºF for 10 minutes.
Reheat leftover roasts or casseroles at 350ºF for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not leave oven unattended during operation.
Keep one inch between food and heating element.
Do not use oven cooking bags.
Do not heat foods in plastic containers.
Follow food manufacturers instructions.

To Bake and Rapid Convection Cook (Select models only)

Place oven rack in middle or low position depending on food to be cooked.
Set Temperature Knob to desired temperature.
Set Function Knob to Rapid Cook.
Set Timer between 5 and 15 minutes or to Stay On. Preheat 5 minutes before beginning to bake.
When finished, turn OFF. Unplug from outlet.

Convection Baking Tips!

The convection method cooks up to one-third faster than traditional baking.
When first using, check to determine if time or temperature should be adjusted.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not use oven cooking bags in the toaster oven.
“Fan Only” mode operates the convection fan (on selected models) which circulates air in the oven cavity

To Broil

Place oven rack in high or middle position. Place food on broil rack in the bake pan and place in oven. Do not preheat oven.
Set Temperature Knob to Broil.
Set Function Knob to Broil.
Set Timer between 5 and 15 minutes or to Stay On.
Halfway through cooking time, or when food has browned, turn food over to brown and cook other side.
When finished, turn OFF. Unplug from outlet.

Broiling Tips!

For best results, do not preheat oven when broiling.
Use oven rack in high position for faster broiling times.
Use low position for foods needing longer broiling times, like chicken.
Always allow at least one inch between the food and the heating element.

WARNING

Fire Hazard
Do not leave oven unattended during toasting or top-browning.

Broiling Chart

Food	Amount	Approximate Time
Hamburgers	4, 1- inch thick	20 minutes
Bacon	4 slices	10 minutes
Hot Dogs	8	15 minutes
Sausage Links or Patties (pierce casings before cooking)	8	15 to 20 minutes
Fish	4 fillets	15 minutes

These cooking times are an average and should be adjusted to individual preferences. Turn foods halfway through cooking time.

Cleaning Your Toaster Oven

For best performance and long life, clean toaster oven regularly.

Unplug oven and allow to cool.
Wash oven rack and baking pan in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
To clean the crumb tray, slide out and wipe crumb tray with a damp cloth. Slide back into position.
To clean the outside of the oven, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
NOTE: Select models are continuous self-clean. Cleaning the interior oven walls is not necessary on those models.

Recipes

Baked Potatoes
2 medium baking potatoes, about 10-ounces (285 g) each Wash potatoes then pierce skin with a fork. Place potatoes on baking pan and place in 425ºF (220ºC) oven. Bake for 1 hour or until done. Do not wrap in aluminum foil as this may increase cooking times.
Roast Chicken
To roast a whole chicken in the oven, it must be 4 pounds or smaller. Roast chicken at 350ºF (180ºC) for 21⁄2 hours or to an internal temperature of 180ºF (82ºC). Hot
Mexican Bean Dip
2 15-ounce cans black beans, well drained 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1⁄2 cup sour cream 1⁄2 cup salsa 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated Mash black beans. Add hot pepper sauce, sour cream, salsa, and half of the cheese. Spoon into shallow 1 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake at 350ºF (180ºC) about 15 minutes, or until bubbly. Serve with tortilla chips. Makes 8 appetizer servings.
Minute Muffins
1 cup self-rising flour 1⁄2 cup milk 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream Stir together ingredients. Spoon into greased 6 cup muffin pan. Bake at 450°F (230ºC) for 12 minutes or until done.

Mini Meat Loaves
1 pound lean ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 3⁄4 cup fresh bread crumbs 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon finely chopped, fresh parsley 1⁄4 teaspoon each, salt and pepper Combine all ingredients and mix well. Divide mixture between 6-cup muffin pan.
Bake at 350ºF (180ºC) for 30 minutes or until done. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

5 Minute Pizza
English muffins, split in half and slightly toasted Pizza or spaghetti sauce Grated mozzarella cheese Pepperoni slices Place muffin halves on baking pan cut side up. Spread some sauce on top of each muffin. Sprinkle with cheese then top with pepperoni. Place pan in toaster oven and bake at 450°F (230ºC) for about 5 minutes or until cheese melts

Troubleshooting

Question	Answer
The toaster oven will not heat.	Check to make sure the outlet is working and

the oven is plugged in. Next turn the Temperature Knob to 350°F, turn Function Knob to Bake, and turn Timer to Stay On.
The toaster oven will not toast.| Check to make sure outlet is working and oven is plugged in.

Turn Temperature Knob to Toast.
Turn Function Knob to Toast.
Turn Timer/Toast Color Knob to a toast color.

Moisture forms on the inside of the oven door when toasting.| This is normal when toasting in a toaster oven. Moisture is slower to escape from the toaster oven than from a toaster. The amount of moisture will differ between fresh bread, bagels, and frozen pastry.
An odor and smoke comes from the toaster oven.| Smoke and odor is normal during the first use of most heating appliances. This will not be present after the initial heating period.
Some foods burn and some are not done.| Use oven rack position to center food in the oven. Adjust oven temperature or cooking time for best results with your recipes.

Customer Service

If you have a question about your appliance, call our toll-free customer service number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in that information below. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your appliance. This information will help us answer your question much more quickly.
MODEL : TYPE : SERIES :

This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. or Canada.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for Hamilton Beach products or one hundred eighty (180) days for Proctor Silex and Traditions products from the date of original purchase, except as noted below.
During this period, we will repair or replace this product, at our option, at no cost. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY STATUTORY WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.
There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be supplied with this product, including without limitation: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainers, blades, seals, gaskets, clutches, motor brushes, and/or agitators, etc. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect including failure to clean product regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, use for commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state, or province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900 In Canada 1-800-267-2826
hamiltonbeach.com or proctorsilex.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!