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Instant Pot Omni - User Manual

Instant Pot Omni
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Omni
TM
Toaster Oven
26 Litre
User Manual
Welcome
Important Safeguards
Getting Started
Cooking with the Omni Toaster Oven
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Contact and Support Information
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Summary

Getting Started

Initial Set Up

Safety, unpacking, initial cleaning, and proper placement instructions for first-time use.

Product and Parts

Identifies and describes the main components and features of the Omni Toaster Oven.

Accessories

Illustrates and lists the various accessories included with the toaster oven, like rack and basket.

Control Panel

Explains the functions of the LED display, temperature dial, and time dial.

Status Messages

Details the various messages displayed on the oven indicating its operational status.

Settings

Instructions for adjusting programs, sounds, and temperature scales (Fahrenheit/Celsius).

Cooking with the Omni Toaster Oven

Initial Test Run

A step-by-step guide to perform a test run ensuring proper oven function before cooking.

Rotisserie Cooking

To use the Rotisserie Spit and Forks

Instructions on how to properly assemble and attach food to the rotisserie spit for cooking.

Removing your rotisserie food

Guidance on safely removing cooked food from the rotisserie spit using the lift.

Cooking Tips

Recommended Cooking Times For a Variety of Popular Food Options

Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Summary

Getting Started

Initial Set Up

Safety, unpacking, initial cleaning, and proper placement instructions for first-time use.

Product and Parts

Identifies and describes the main components and features of the Omni Toaster Oven.

Accessories

Illustrates and lists the various accessories included with the toaster oven, like rack and basket.

Control Panel

Explains the functions of the LED display, temperature dial, and time dial.

Status Messages

Details the various messages displayed on the oven indicating its operational status.

Settings

Instructions for adjusting programs, sounds, and temperature scales (Fahrenheit/Celsius).

Cooking with the Omni Toaster Oven

Initial Test Run

A step-by-step guide to perform a test run ensuring proper oven function before cooking.

Rotisserie Cooking

To use the Rotisserie Spit and Forks

Instructions on how to properly assemble and attach food to the rotisserie spit for cooking.

Removing your rotisserie food

Guidance on safely removing cooked food from the rotisserie spit using the lift.

Cooking Tips

Recommended Cooking Times For a Variety of Popular Food Options

Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Overview

The Instant™ Omni™ Toaster Oven is a versatile 26-liter countertop appliance that combines the functionalities of an air fryer, toaster, and convection oven. Designed for ease of use, it offers 7 Smart Programs and 2 cooking methods, making it suitable for a wide range of culinary tasks.

Function Description:

The primary function of the Instant Omni Toaster Oven is to provide a multi-functional cooking experience. It allows users to air fry, toast, bake, broil, roast, reheat, and dehydrate food items. The appliance is equipped with both top and bottom heating elements, ensuring even cooking. Convection cooking, which involves rapid air circulation, heats the oven quickly and cooks food efficiently and uniformly. The rotisserie function, available for Air Fry and Roast programs, allows for rotating food items for thorough cooking.

Usage Features:

The Instant Omni Toaster Oven features an intuitive touch screen control panel with an LED display. This display provides essential information such as cooking status indicators (Preheating/Cooking/Keep Warm), temperature, number of toast/bagel slices, cooking time, and toasting level. The 7 Smart Programs (Air Fry, Toast, Bake, Broil, Roast, Reheat, Dehydrate) offer preset cooking times and temperatures, which can be easily adjusted to suit individual preferences.

Two dials on the control panel enhance usability:

  • Temp -/+ dial: Controls the temperature and allows toggling between Fahrenheit and Celsius. The temperature is adjustable within a range of 85-450°F.
  • Time -/+ dial: Controls the cooking time and can also be pressed to turn the cooking chamber light on or off. Cooking time adjustments vary by program, with intervals ranging from one minute to 30 minutes for longer dehydrate times, up to a maximum of 72 hours.

Smart Program Details:

  • Air Fry: Designed to achieve crispiness without excessive oil.
  • Toast: Allows selection of bread or bagel slices (up to 6) and toast levels (1-5).
  • Bake: Ideal for baked desserts like brownies and cheesecakes, ensuring quick and even cooking.
  • Broil: Provides direct top-down heat for melting cheese, crisping meat, and caramelizing fruits and vegetables, defaulting to 450°F.
  • Roast: A customizable one-touch program for roasting meats and vegetables.
  • Reheat: Warms up leftovers without overcooking or drying.
  • Dehydrate: Circulates low-temperature heat to effectively remove moisture from foods, perfect for making veggie chips, jerky, and dehydrated fruit.

Cooking Methods:

  • Convection: Activated automatically for most programs, with "HI" or "LO" settings available for adjustment.
  • Rotate: Engages the rotisserie function for Air Fry and Roast programs, ensuring even cooking of larger items.

Status Messages:

The LED display communicates various statuses:

  • OFF: Indicates standby mode.
  • On: Indicates preheat mode.
  • Turn Food: A reminder to turn food for even cooking, appearing during Air Fry, Bake, and Roast programs if the rotisserie function is not active.
  • End: Signifies the completion of a Smart Program.

Adjustments and Memory:

Users can adjust cooking time and temperature during a Smart Program. These adjustments are saved in memory once the Start button is pressed. Individual Smart Programs can be reset to factory defaults by holding the program key for 3 seconds in Standby mode. All Smart Programs can be reset by holding the Cancel button for 3 seconds in Standby mode.

Sound Settings:

The appliance provides various beeps for different actions, such as opening/closing the door, touching a key, program start, preheating completion, and error codes. Sounds can be turned on or off by holding both Temp and Time dials for 3 seconds in Standby mode, though error alerts cannot be silenced.

Rotisserie Cooking:

The rotisserie function involves assembling the rotisserie spit and forks, securing the food item, and inserting the assembly into the cooking chamber. The rotisserie arm is then placed into the catches on either side of the oven. The "Rotate" function, when selected, ensures the food rotates for even cooking. Removing rotisserie food requires caution due to hot surfaces, using the rotisserie lift hooks to extract the spit.

Cooking Tips:

  • Smart Programs serve as a starting point for experimentation with cooking times and temperatures.
  • Rotisserie accessories and food should be placed in the oven before starting.
  • Preheating is beneficial for most foods, except rotisserie-cooked items.
  • Breadcrumb batters are recommended for coated food items to ensure adherence.
  • Flipping or rotating food when prompted by "turn Food" ensures even cooking.
  • For crispy fries, soaking potato sticks in ice water, patting dry, and lightly spraying with oil is advised.
  • When baking items with filling or batter, using an oven-safe covered dish prevents overcooking.
  • Regularly emptying the cooking pan during air frying helps prevent excess smoke from dripping oil.
  • Spraying food with cooking oil before seasoning helps seasoning adhere.
  • Any oven-safe cookware can be used.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning:

The Instant Omni Toaster Oven requires regular cleaning to ensure optimal performance and safety.

  • Before Cleaning: Always unplug the appliance and allow it to cool to room temperature. Avoid harsh chemical detergents, scouring pads, or powders, as these can cause damage.
  • Cooking Pan: Can be sprayed with non-stick cooking spray or lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning. It is dishwasher safe and can be submerged for hand washing.
  • Rotisserie Spit and Forks: Disassemble and clean after each use. Dishwasher safe and can be submerged.
  • Rotisserie Lift: Clean as needed. Dishwasher safe and can be submerged.
  • Oven Rack: Do not cover with foil when cooking. Dishwasher safe and can be submerged.
  • Air Fry Basket: Optionally spray with non-stick cooking spray before adding food. Remove and clean after each use, ensuring all grease and food debris are removed. Dishwasher safe and can be submerged.
  • Crumb Tray: Remove and clean after each use once the cooking chamber is cool. Optionally line with aluminum foil for easier cleaning. Dishwasher safe and can be submerged.
  • Cooking Chamber: Use a damp cloth or sponge to clean the heating element, surrounding area, and chamber walls, ensuring they are free of grease and food debris. For stubborn grease residue, commercial oven cleaner can be used. This area should be cleaned with a damp cloth only.
  • Toaster Oven Exterior: Clean with a soft, damp cloth or sponge, then wipe dry to avoid streaking.

Grease Residue Removal:

For baked-on grease residue on accessories and in the cooking chamber, unplug the appliance and allow it to cool. Spray the affected area with a mixture of baking soda and vinegar, then wipe clean. For stubborn stains, allow the mixture to sit for several minutes before removing.

Safety Precautions for Cleaning:

  • Do not immerse the appliance in water or rinse it under a tap.
  • Do not wet the prongs of the power cord.
  • Improper cleaning can lead to food and grease splatter building up around the heating element, increasing the risk of smoke, fire, and personal injury.
  • If smoke or a burning smell is detected, touch Cancel and unplug the appliance. Once cool, remove food splatter or grease with a soft cloth and mild detergent.

Troubleshooting:

The manual provides solutions for common issues, such as the oven not turning on (checking power cord, outlet, circuit), condensation/water dripping (ensuring proper ventilation, 5 inches of space around the oven), and white/black smoke (avoiding high-fat foods, checking for excess oil/fat, drying moist ingredients, being mindful of seasoning, cleaning food particles/residue). Error codes (E1, E2, E3, E6, E7) indicate specific circuit or function abnormalities and require contacting customer care. Users are advised not to attempt repairs themselves.

Instant Pot Omni Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelOmni
Capacity18 Liters
Power1800 Watts
FunctionsAir Fry, Roast, Bake, Broil, Dehydrate, Toast, Reheat, Rotisserie
AccessoriesAir Fry Basket, Rotisserie Spit

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