Rival 18 QT. ROASTER OVEN User Manual

©2004, The Rival Company
A Division of The Holmes Group, Inc.
Printed in China 428-1351
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one (1) year
from date of original purchase. If you have a claim under this warranty please follow these procedures:
1) Within the first 45 days from date of original purchase, defective product should be returned to original
place of purchase for replacement (with proof-of-purchase).
2) Within the first 12 months from date of purchase the manufacturer will repair or replace (at no charge) the
defective product if it is delivered freight prepaid during that period to an authorized service station. To obtain
warranty service visit:
www.rivalproducts.com
Or, you may write to Rival c/o The Holmes Group, attention: Consumer Returns, 32 B Spur Drive, El Paso, TX
79906. Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service - SAVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT. This
warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and does not apply to commercial use, unreasonable use,
or to damage to the product (not resulting from defect or malfunction) while in the possession of the
consumer. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for consequential, incidental, or commercial
losses caused by the use of this product. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential losses, so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
18 QT. ROASTER OVEN
Owner’s Guide
(Some Assembly Required)
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Rival 18 QT. ROASTER OVEN Specifications

General

Brand	Rival
Model	18 QT. ROASTER OVEN
Category	Oven
Language	English

Summary

Limited One-Year Warranty

Owner's Guide and Instructions

Product Overview

Identifies the 18 QT. ROASTER OVEN and its owner's guide.

Essential Instructions

Call to action to read and save all provided instructions.

Important Safeguards

General Safety Precautions

Lists 15 essential safety precautions for using electrical appliances.

Polarized Plug Information

Explains the polarized plug and how to ensure proper electrical connection.

Roaster Oven Operation

Know Your Roaster Oven

Diagram identifying the components of the roaster oven.

Preparation for Use

Steps for preparing the roaster oven for its first use.

Tips for Roasting

Provides advice for optimal roasting results in the roaster oven.

Using Your Roaster Oven

Step-by-step guide on how to operate the roaster oven for cooking.

Cleaning and Cooking Information

Cleaning Your Roaster Oven

Instructions for safely cleaning the roaster oven and its parts.

Cooking Time and Temperature

Guidelines for cooking times and temperatures for various meats.

Determining Meat Doneness

Recommendation to use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.

Roasting Meats and Poultry Guide

A table detailing weights, temperatures, and times for roasting meats.

Cooking Methods

Slow Cooking

Guidance on slow cooking meats for tender results.

Baking Instructions

Instructions and a table for baking various foods in the roaster oven.

Recipes

Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken

Recipe for Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken.

Baked Potatoes

Recipe for preparing baked potatoes in the roaster oven.

Pot Luck Beef Stew

Recipe for a hearty Pot Luck Beef Stew.

Chili for a Crowd

Recipe for a large batch of chili.

Meatballs

Recipe for making meatballs in the roaster oven.

Pepper Crusted Braised Short Ribs

Recipe for pepper crusted braised short ribs.

Pork Roast

Recipe for preparing a pork roast.

Spaghetti Sauce

Recipe for making spaghetti sauce.

Spicy Beef Roast

Recipe for a spicy beef roast.

Baked Beans

Recipe for baked beans.

Notes