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(More customer reviews)This item has been nicely updated. It now has a black and stainless steel look which just happens to match my updated kitchen. Also, capacity is larger than previously. On the down side, a tray is not provided; previous models included the proper size tray. Secondly, I am concerned about the door. It opens on one hinge to a "springy", unstable position; previous models had a hinge on both sides of the door which opened to a solid, firm position. The Spacemaker Oven no longer enters "Pause" mode when you open the door to check on your food; oblivious to the open door, it just keeps on cooking. Although the word "broil" appears nowhere on this unit, "Bake" mode can be set to broiling temperature, 450 degrees.
As you may have read elsewhere, installation of this unit can be quite a challenge. You can follow B&D's directions to a point, but after you place a washer over each of the four holes as directed I would suggest you follow these alternate directions (for Standard Installation): (1) Drop a screw through each washer, covering each of the 4 holes. There should be ample amount of screw protruding beneath your cabinet to allow for proper threading into the nut. Choose screws accordingly from the hardware bag provided. No need to search in the bag for the nuts. They are already implanted into the mounting hood. See them? (2) On the floor--or on a table that you can circumnavigate--attach the hood to the oven, NOT to the cabinet as the folks at B&D would have you do. (3) The half inch or so space between the top of the oven and the bottom of the hood must be maintained temporarily or else the hood might disengage in the rear. Therefore, insert a wash cloth into this space on each side of the unit. You may first want to fold them neatly in order to create a more snug, even fit. Leave part of each wash cloth hanging out of the space for ease of removal when the time comes. (4) At this point, if you are strong enough to lift the oven and screw it onto the bottom of your cabinet, go ahead and do so. Then skip down to step #6. If you aren't that strong--or, very wisely, just want to be cautious--we will need to put something on top of the counter, something that will prop up the oven to a few inches below the four hanging screws. For example, I used two pillows. I put the pillows on top of the counter and the oven, facing me, atop the pillows. Assuming that you arrange something similar, using pillows or whatever, the top of the hood should now be only a few inches below the four hanging screws. (5) Okay, this is it! You have your Phillips screwdriver, right? And may I assume that your cabinet doors are open? With one arm under the oven, probably your left if you're right-handed, you are going to raise the oven in order for the hood to make contact with the bottom of the screws. Meanwhile, your right hand, holding the screwdriver down in the screw of your choice, is eagerly waiting to screw. When you get one screw done it's like you've got a helping hand. Don't screw it all the way, though. Go to the next, then the next, then the last. Now screw them in more, evenly. Finally, tighten them up. (6) Now pull out the wash cloths. Under no circumstances are you to leave anything in that space. (7) I find that the unit looks better without the four little feet. If you agree, use your Phillips to unscrew them.
I hope I've helped you.
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Preserve valuable counter space while still enjoying the benefits of a toaster oven with this convenient under-the-cabinet unit. The toaster oven not only saves on space, but it also offers simple operation with its touch-button control panel and LCD display. Choose from bake, toast, and keep-warm functions. The appliance's bake function offers an energy-efficient alternative to turning on the full-size oven, or it can be used in addition to the conventional oven when cooking for a crowd during the holidays or other special occasions. Use the toaster oven to bake anything from fish fillets, chocolate-chip cookies, and crescent rolls to potatoes, side dishes, frozen pizzas (fits a 9-inch pizza), and more. For toasting, its spacious interior will accommodate up to four slices of bread at a time, and the up/down arrows make it easy to select from seven different shade settings, from light to dark. In keep-warm mode, the toaster oven can maintain an ideal serving temperature of previously cooked food, without over cooking. The oven's user-friendly control panel also provides a 30-minute timer with a signal bell, the ability to increase or decrease the time and temperature, a start button with an "on" indicator light, and a cancel button for ending the session at any time. Other highlights include cord storage in the back of the unit for tucking away excess power cord when plugged in, a Save-A-Plug outlet receptacle to connect a smaller SpaceMaker appliance such as the SpaceMaker mini food processor/grinder or can opener, and a sleek modern design that will nicely compliment any kitchen decor. Step-by-step mounting instructions and a pre-sized mounting template come included for easy installation. The toaster oven measures approximately 18 by 11-2/5 by 10-3/5 inches.
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