KitchenAid KCO224 - Dual Convection Countertop Oven with Air Fry and Temperature Probe Manual

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Cool down surface for Oven Rack
2. Chrome-plated Steel Broiling Rack
3. Enamel Multipurpose Pan
4. Chrome-plated Steel Oven Rack
5. Stainless Steel Door Handle
6. Toughened Glass Window
7. Removable Crumb Tray
8. High-contrast LCD Display
9. Start: Push to start selected function.
10. Cancel: Stops selected function.

11. Time/Slices: Push to select time or number of slices.
12. Temp/Shade: Push to select temperature or shade.
13. Function: Push to select function.
14. Knob: Rotate and press to select function, temperature, shade, time, or number of slices*.
15. Convection Fans
16. Plug for Temperature Probe
17. Temperature Probe
18. Air Fry Basket

* Adjust the time by 1 minute for the first hour and then by 5 minutes for the next hour. Adjust by 5°F or 1°C temperature, depending on the unit selected.

GETTING STARTED

Before first use, clean all parts and accessories (see "Care and Cleaning" section). Remove all packaging materials, if present. Place the Countertop Oven on a dry and flat level surface.

1. Make sure all sides are positioned with 4" (10 cm) distance.
   
2. Open and align the oven rack with the grooves for desired positions.
   

PRODUCT FUNCTIONS

The product features 12 cooking functions for a variety of cooking tasks. Memory settings allows customizations. All your settings will be remembered for next use (until unplugged).

EVEN-HEAT ™ TECHNOLOGY

The KitchenAid ® Even-Heat™ system provides consistent cooking, without cold spots or overcooking. It cycles between different heating elements On and Off, and using certain elements for only part of the cooking.

PREHEATING

Allows your oven to saturate the walls and cooking racks based on oven's set temperature to remove cold spots that draw heat away from food. During preheating, a light ring around the start button will glow with "Preheating" displayed in the LCD. A chime will sound after reaching preheat set temperature. Now insert the food and begin cooking. To skip the Preheating and start the timer directly, push the START button again. Refer to recipes for specific Preheating details.

NOTE: NOT available on Keep Warm, Reheat, Toast, or Bagel functions.

TOASTING FUNCTIONS

Refer to the below charts for toasting and cooking functions, or see detailed explanations and tips provided further for all functions.

Toasting functions	Rack No.	Preset Shade	Shade Range (Light to Dark)	Preset Slices	Range (# of slices)
Toast	2	4	1 - 8	2	1 - 6
Bagel	2	4	1 - 8	2	1 - 6

Toast

• For breads, toaster pastries, frozen waffles.
• Place bread in the center of the oven rack and Bread slices do not need to be flipped.
• If reheating pastries, use the Reheat function.

Bagel

• Nicely brown the top of cut bagels while gently warming the outside.
• Place bagels on the oven rack with the cut sides facing up. Bagels do not need to be flipped.

COOKING FUNCTIONS

Cooking function	Rack No.	Preset Temp. °F (°C)	Temperature Range °F (°C)	Preset Time (Mins.)	Elements Run
Air Fry	2	400°F (205°C)	150 – 450°F (66 – 232°C)	17	Runs 5 elements and fans
Dehydrate	1- 2	150°F (66°C)	80 – 180°F (27 – 82°C)	360	2 bottom
Bake **	2 - 3	350°F (177°C)	150 – 450°F (65 – 232°C)	30	Runs 5 elements
Broil **	1 - 2	450°F (232°C)	350°F (177°C) 450°F (232°C)	8	Runs top three elements
Roast **	3	350°F (177°C)	150 – 450°F (65 – 232°C)	60	Runs 4 elements and fans
Convection Bake **	3	325°F (163°C)	150 – 450°F (65 – 232°C)	20	Runs 5 elements and fans
Meat Probe **	3	350°F (177°C)	200 – 450°F (93 – 232°C)	160°F*
Keep Warm	2 - 3	170°F (76°C)	150 – 450°F (65 – 232°C)	60	Runs bottom 2 elements
Reheat	2 - 3	300°F (148°C)	150 – 450°F (65 – 232°C)	15	Runs 2 top and 2 bottom
Proof **	3	90°F (32°C)	75 – 90°F (24 – 32°C)	30	Runs bottom 2 elements

* In Meat Probe function, default food target temperature is 160°F.
** The Countertop Oven will automatically preheat in these functions.

Air Fry

• Ideal for pre-breaded foods like: Chicken nuggets, chicken tenders.
• Most foods will not require to be flipped.
• For home made meals with skin, bigger than chicken wings, it is recommended to flip mid process.

Dehydrate

• Dehydrate option is to remove moisture content from veggies or fruits to dry and preserve them.

Bake

• Use for baking cakes, breads, casseroles, pastries, and muffins.
• Food may cook up to 30% faster when using Convection function. Check baked goods before the expected finish time to avoid overcooking.

Broil

• Use for Chops, fish, seafood, and browning.
• For best results, use the 9" x 13" multipurpose pan and rack. It is designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke.
• For proper draining, do not cover the rack with foil. Instead, line the pan bottom with aluminum foil for easier cleaning.

Roast

• Use for Chicken, meat and vegetables. The oven distributes power to the top and bottom heating elements to maintain the desired oven temperature.

Conv. Bake

• Use for Cakes, breads, casseroles, muffins, proteins and others.
• Convection function can be used with thin cuts of fish, to eliminate flipping.
• Convection bake is similar to the bake function with all 5 heating elements working. In addition, dual convection fans operate to stir the air in order to distribute heat more evenly.

Meat Probe

• Use function for Steaks, Chicken & other proteins. Use to perfectly cook meats and other proteins to a set internal temperature.

Keep Warm

• Use to keep food warm before serving.
• Preset temperature is 170°F (76°C), but can be changed as per the item being warmed.

Reheat

• Use to bring the food to serving temperature.
• The preset suggested temperature is 300°F (148°C), but you may need to adjust this depending on the item being reheated to avoid overcooking or drying out the food.

Proof

• Use for Dough. To speed up bread proofing. With a range of 75 – 90°F (24 – 32°C) temperature and lower heating elements, this setting can be used to accelerate bread proofing (rising).

PRODUCT USAGE

Maintain enough clearance between the top of the food item and the top elements. If necessary, adjust the Oven Rack position.

USING THE TOASTING FUNCTIONS

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Press Function, Start or push Knob to wake up the controls. Rotate the Knob to change function. In Toasting functions, shade and slices will be shown. In Cooking functions, preset temperature will be shown.
   
2. Press Temp/Shade button. If desired, rotate Knob to adjust preset shade. Press Time/Slices button or Knob to select preset number of slices. If desired, rotate Knob to adjust number of slices.
   
3. Press Start to begin cycle and timer will start countdown.
   

USING THE COOKING FUNCTIONS

The Air Fry function uses a combination of hot air and heating elements to prepare crispy foods.

1. Press Temp/Slices button or Knob to select preset temperature. If desired, rotate Knob to adjust. Press Time/Slices button or Knob to show preset time. If desired, rotate Knob to adjust the cooking time.
   
2. Press Start to preheat the Oven. To skip preheat and start the timer directly, press Start button again. You can add or reduce time and/or temperature as you cook by pressing the time or temperature buttons and rotate the knob to change as desired. A chime sounds when preheat is complete. The display will change to show the time counting down.
   
   (See "Cooking Functions"chart for temperature ranges.)
3. Open and place the food on the rack. Close the door.
   
4. When the cycle is complete, a chime will sound. and the Air Fryer will shut off automatically.
   

Always use oven mitts when removing pans or racks.

USING THE MEAT PROBE FUNCTIONS

1. Insert the probe into the food item. Place food in the oven. Lift probe cover and connect the temperature probe to the jack.
   NOTE: Keep probe as far away from the heating elements as possible.
   
2. Rotate the Knob to adjust the preset oven temperature. Press Knob or press temperature button to set target temperature for food. Press Start button to begin.
   

CARE AND CLEANING

NOTE: Allow Countertop Oven and accessories to cool completely before cleaning.

1. First, unplug your Countertop Oven from the outlet. Open the door, then remove all items.
   
2. Oven rack, Multipurpose pan, Air Fry Basket, and Broiling rack are dish-washer safe, but hand washing is recommended. Crumb tray and Temperature probe can be cleaned with warm, soapy water, then rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.
   

Do not use cleaning agents, abrasive cleansers, or metal scouring pads on the inner or outer surfaces of the oven. They could scratch the surface.

INTERIOR: The inside walls of the oven feature a nonstick coating. Remove heavy spatter with a nylon or polyester mesh pad, sponge, or cloth dampened with warm water. Dry thoroughly.

EXTERIOR: Wipe the outside of the Countertop Oven with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

Ensure all parts and surfaces are completely dry before re-use.

FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE COUNTERTOP OVEN Visit www.kitchenaid.com/quickstart for additional instructions with videos, inspiring recipes, cleaning tips and tips on how to use your Countertop Oven.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

PRODUCT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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 Countertop 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 is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
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 Broiling Rack, Multipurpose Pan, Oven Rack, or disposing of hot grease.
12. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in a Countertop Oven as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
13. A fire may occur if Countertop Oven is covered or touching 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.

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 Countertop Oven when not in use.
17. Do not place any of the following materials in the Countertop Oven: paper, cardboard, plastic, or anything similar.
18. Do not cover crumb drawer or any part of the Countertop Oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
19. To disconnect, turn the Countertop Oven "off" by pressing Cancel button, then remove plug from wall outlet.
20. Do not use outdoors.
21. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Voltage: 120 VAC
Frequency: 60 Hz
Wattage: 1800 Watts

NOTE: 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 adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician to install an outlet near 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.

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

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