XL Digital Convection Oven USER GUIDE Model HE700CO
Thank you for choosing a Calphalon XL Digital Convection Oven. The Calphalon Kitchen Electrics collection features our exclusive Opti-Heat System. Designed to provide accurate temperature control and even heat delivery, Opti-Heat ensures that foods cook evenly and thoroughly, for reliable results you can count on – every time. We know you are excited to begin using your convection oven; this User Guide is designed to help you make the most of your new appliance.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The safety instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible situations that may occur. Caution must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating this appliance. Contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer with any issues you do not understand. Recognize Safety Messages Always read and obey the safety messages included in this guide. Look for the following safety symbols, which will alert you to potential hazards.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS in this guide before attempting to operate your appliance. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Appliance surfaces are hot during and after use. To prevent burns or personal injury, use handles and knobs and hot pads or oven mitts. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the convection oven, cord or plug in water or other liquids. 4.
16. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers or baking pans constructed from materials other than metal or glass. 17. Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accessories, in this oven when not in use. 18. Do not place any of the following materials in or under the oven: paper towels, cardboard, paper or plastic. 19. Do not cover crumb tray or any part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven. 20.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION Avoid Electric Shock This product has a polarized power cord plug, meaning one blade on the plug is wider than the other. The plug will fit into a polarized electrical outlet only one way. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not force the plug into an outlet. If the plug won’t fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still will not fit into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to modify the outlet. Do not modify the cord plug in any way.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CONVECTION OVEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 DECREASE 12 13 15 14 Parts and Features 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
OPERATING YOUR CONVECTION OVEN Before the First Use 1. Carefully remove the convection oven from the packaging and place on counter near a suitable electrical outlet. (See page 4 for information regarding Electrical Requirements.) 2. Remove any stickers or temporary labels on the convection oven and any packing materials inside the oven. 3. Place the convection oven on a clean, dry, sturdy surface that is clear from any potentially flammable materials. 4.
Setting the Controls The First Use ATTENTION For the first use, we suggest preheating the convection oven without food to burn off any oils used in the manufacturing process. The oven may emit a light smoke or odor as it heats up during the first few minutes of operation. This will dissipate quickly and is not a reason for concern. 1. When powered on, default settings for the convection oven are displayed. The oven is set to Bake for 10 minutes at 350˚F with the convection fan activated. 2.
Based on the desired cooking mode, move the rack, if needed, to the appropriate position: Top rack position – Broil Middle rack position* – Toast, Bagel, Pizza and Cookies Bottom rack position – Bake *NOTE: The middle rack has a safety hook to prevent the rack from falling out when removed. To remove the rack, tilt upward and pull forward. The reverse process is needed to reinstall the rack. Allow at least ½-inch of space between the pan of food and the heating elements.
Step 3: SELECT CONVECTION OR DEFROST MODES (Optional) Convection If desired, press the Convection button to activate the convection fan. NOTE: The Convection option is available when using the following modes: Bake, Pizza and Cookies. The convection fan circulates warm air in the oven, which browns foods and creates a golden crust on baked goods. Using convection helps create more even baking results. Defrost If desired, press the Defrost button for frozen foods.
Step 5: CHOOSE THE TEMPERATURE DECREASE INCREASE Bake, Pizza and Cookies – Turn the Temp/Shade knob to select the desired temperature, which is displayed in five degree increments from 150˚F to 450˚F. Turn the knob to the right to increase the temperature and to the left to decrease it. Broil – Turn the Temp/Shade knob to select either HI or LO broil. Toast or Bagel – Turn the Temp/Shade knob to select the desired level of browning, with shade one being the lightest and shade nine being the darkest.
Place food on baking pan or oven rack. Place food on the 9 x 10 inch nonstick baking pan supplied with the convection oven. Or, select a pan that fits within the oven cavity up to a 9 x 13-inch pan. Do not use over-sized pans that touch the oven walls or keep the door from closing. Open the oven door and, carefully place the baking pan on the oven rack. Be sure to allow at least ½-inch of space between the pan of food you are inserting and the heating elements. Close oven door.
Step 7: CHANGING/CANCELING A COOKING CYCLE Changing a Cycle Mode – You may not change the cooking mode while the oven is operating. Instead, turn the oven off by pressing the Start/Cancel button. Then reset the controls as desired. DECREASE INCREASE DECREASE INCREASE Time/Slices and Temp/Shade – To change these settings while the oven is operating, simply turn the corresponding knobs to select the desired setting.
TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL OPERATION As you become familiar with your convection oven, we want to share a few suggestions for baking, roasting, broiling and toasting common foods. BAKE How it Works When choosing Bake mode, the top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off, maintaining a constant temperature to bake foods from above and below. When to Use This Setting Choose for traditional baked items such as cakes, breads and muffins, as well as for roasted meats, fish, poultry and vegetables.
The optional Defrost setting is not available while using the Bake mode. If you try to select this option the convection oven will chime three times to indicate this setting is not active during the Bake mode. Setting the Controls for Baking 1. Make sure the convection oven is properly plugged in and ready for operation. (See Electrical Requirements on page 4 for further instructions.) 2. Place the oven rack in the bottom position.
Baking Chart Food Approx. Time Approx. Temperature Muffins 13 to 20 minutes 400˚F Biscuits/shortcakes 10 to 15 minutes 450˚F Quick breads 50 to 55 minutes 350˚F Scones 10 to 15 minutes 400˚F Yeast breads 35 to 40 minutes 375˚F Cakes (4 round) 20 to 25 minutes 325˚F Pork tenderloin 20 to 25 minutes (or until 160˚F medium) 425˚F Boneless, fully-cooked ham 27 to 33 minutes per lb.
BROIL How it Works When choosing Broil mode, the top heating elements cycle on and off to cook foods from the top down. Broil with the door open for short cooking times, less than 10 minutes, to add crispness to items like open-faced sandwiches and nachos. Broil with the door closed for tender items like fish. When to Use This Setting Select Broil for small cuts of meat, fish or poultry, and for browning crumb toppings or melting cheese on casseroles or garlic bread.
Setting the Controls for Broiling 1. Make sure the convection oven is properly plugged in and ready for operation. (See Electrical Requirements on page 4 for further instructions.) 2. Place the oven rack in the top position. Check to make sure the rack position allows at least ½-inch of space between the pan of food and the heating element. If there is not enough space, move the pan to the middle rack position. 3. When powered on, default settings for the convection oven are displayed.
HI broil – Use for denser foods such as hamburger patties, steaks, and pork chops. LO broil – Use for more delicate broiling such as chicken breast halves, and fresh fish filets. Broiling Chart Food Approx. Time Approx.
• Preheat – No • Rack Position – Middle • Recommended Pans for Toasting – A pan is not needed for toasting. To allow proper toasting of bread slices, waffles and toaster pastries from both top and bottom, place directly on the oven rack provided with the convection oven. Tips for Preparing Bread/ Bread Products for Toasting • Begin by selecting uniform slices of bread or bread products to toast at the same time. This will ensure even browning.
3. When powered on, default settings for the convection oven are displayed. The oven is set to Bake for 10 minutes at 350˚F with the convection function activated. 4. Press the Mode button to select the Toast setting. 5. A default setting of four slices and a darkness level four appears. 6. If toasting a frozen bread or bread product, press the Defrost button. It will illuminate when activated. (Learn more about the Defrost mode as described above under Options.) 7.
BAGEL How it Works When choosing the Bagel mode, the upper heating elements toast foods on top and the bottom heating elements cycle on and off to warm them on the bottom. When to Use This Setting Choose for toasting the cut sides of dense, sliced bread products such as bagels or English muffins. • Preheat – No • Rack Position – Middle • Recommended Pans for Toasting – A pan is not needed for toasting.
The optional Convection setting is not available to use during the Bagel mode. If you try to select this option the convection oven will chime three times to indicate this setting is not active during the Bagel mode. Setting the Controls for Bagel Mode 1. Make sure the convection oven is properly plugged in and ready for operation. (See Electrical Requirements on page 4 for further instructions.) 2. Place the oven rack in the middle position.
Bagel Chart Type of Bread Product Setting (for medium browning) Bagels (sliced) Shade level four English muffins (sliced) Shade level seven PIZZA How it Works When choosing Pizza mode, the top and bottom heating elements cycle on and off maintaining a constant temperature to bake pizza from above and below. When to Use This Setting Choose for baking either fresh or frozen pizzas. This button sets the convection oven for a baking mode designed specifically for pizzas.
Setting the Controls for Pizza 1. Make sure the convection oven is properly plugged in and ready for operation. (See Electrical Requirements on page 4 for further instructions.) 2. Place the oven rack in the middle position. The middle rack position has a safety hook to prevent the rack from falling out when it is removed. To remove the rack, tilt upward and pull forward. The reverse process is needed to reinstall the rack. 3. When powered on, default settings for the convection oven are displayed.
Pizza Chart Food Approx. Time Approx.
• Recommended Baking Pans – Metal baking pans are suggested. For baking cookies, a small baking sheet works well, or the 9 x 10-inch nonstick baking pan provided with your Calphalon convection oven. Options Defrost and Convection modes Choose Defrost if you are baking frozen foods. The Defrost setting is customized to gently thaw frozen cookies and extend cooking time. Additional cook time may be required by the user. Choose Convection if you want cookies that have a crisp, golden crust on the outside.
8. Turn the Temp/Shade knob to select the desired oven temperature. Turn right to increase the temperature and left to decrease it. The temperature may be set in 5 degree increments from a minimum of 150˚F to a maximum of 450˚F. 9. Press the Start/Cancel button. The oven begins preheating. Preheating will flash on the display until the selected oven temperature is reached. 10. Once preheated, the oven will chime, the desired temperature will illuminate on the display, and the timer will begin counting down.
CLEANING AND CARE WARNING Unplug convection oven before cleaning. Failure to do so may result in risk of serious injury and electric shock. Before Cleaning 1. CANCEL – Press the Start/Cancel button if convection oven is still in operation. 2. UNPLUG – Carefully unplug the convection oven’s power cord from the electrical outlet by firmly grasping the plug. 3. COOL – Let the convection oven, oven rack, and baking pan cool completely before attempting any cleaning.
Cleaning the Convection Oven • The 9 x 10-inch baking pan provided with the convection oven is dishwasher safe. • Wash the oven rack and crumb tray by hand using warm water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. • Use a damp cloth to wipe the inside and outside of the oven with a clean, damp cloth. • If desired, polish the body of the convection oven with cleansers specifically designed for stainless steel surfaces. Avoid spraying cleaners directly into the convection oven.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS I hear a slight clicking noise while the oven is operating. Is this a malfunction? No, the convection oven is equipped with real time temperature feedback. The LCD will display the current oven temperature during the pre-heating phase in order to communicate the pre-heat progress of the oven. Once the oven temperature stabilizes to the desired set point, the oven will no longer display real time temperature feedback.
Why do some types of bread brown more than others when using the same shade selection? This could be due to a several factors. The moisture, texture, temperature, sugar content and thickness of the slices can all affect levels of browning. In general, fresher breads have more moisture and brown slower than breads that are a bit drier and are closer to their expiration date. Room temperature bread will brown quicker than refrigerated or frozen bread.
WARRANTY Register your Convection Oven - It’s Easy! Please register your product to ensure that we have the correct information in our system for any warranty inquiries. Retain the original sales receipt. Without registering your product or having the original sales receipt, we will consider the warranty start date to be the date of manufacture.
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RECIPES Citrus Shrimp and Artichokes Ingredients Serves 3 to 4 as an appetizer Marinade: ½ cup fresh lime juice ¼ cup orange marmalade 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh orange zest ¼ cup chopped cilantro ¼ cup garlic infused olive oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce ½ teaspoon dried red chili flakes Zest of 1 lime Shrimp: 1½ pounds large (10-12 ct.
Open Face Roast Beef and Cheddar Melt Ingredients: (per sandwich) Serves 1 1 slice of marble rye bread 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 teaspoons horseradish mayonnaise 6 ounces lean, medium-rare roasted beef, sliced thin 1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely grated cheddar cheese Method Brush one side of the bread with the olive oil. Place the oil brushed side of the bread down on the work surface. Spread the side facing up with the mayonnaise.
Asian Style Roast Chicken Ingredients: Serves 2 to 4 1 (3 to 3¼ pounds) whole chicken Salt, to taste ½ medium onion, cut into ½-inch cubes 1 medium lemon, cut into ½-inch cubes 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks, broken 3 large cloves garlic, crushed 2 teaspoons five spice powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Zest of 1 large lemon 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seed oil Method: Preheat your Calphalon X
Dried Cherry and White Chocolate Blondies Ingredients: Makes 12 to 15 squares Butter for interior of 9x13-inch baking pan 1 cup dried, tart cherries 8 tablespoons Cognac 1 cup lightly packed light brown sugar 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs ¾ cup dark corn syrup 2 tablespoons Cognac 2 cups all purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup white chocolate morsels Method: Position the oven rack in the lower slot with the rack oriented upwards.
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