How do you clean an oven without self-cleaning? For best results, make a thin paste of 3/4 cup baking soda and 1/4 cup warm water. Remove oven racks, then coat the inside with the paste and leave it on overnight. In the morning, scrape off the paste, wipe out the oven with a damp towel…
Are built-in microwaves hard wired? Are built-in microwaves hardwired? This is a common question that many people ask when installing a built-in microwave, the simple answer is yes they can be hardwired into the electrics. Can a speed oven replace a microwave? Can you use a speed oven as a microwave? Yes, a “speed oven”…
Do inverters drain battery when not in use? Inverters will draw power from your batteries when not in use, and the unit is turned on. This can vary from around 02 amps right up to 2amps depending on the unit and design of their standby systems. What happens if you put your hand in a…
Can I use foil in my Breville air fryer? Aluminum foil can be used in an air fryer, but it should only go in the basket. Acidic foods react with aluminum, so avoid using foil when air frying tomatoes, peppers, or citrus. Using parchment paper or a bare basket is better than foil because it…
How long does it take to rotisserie a chicken? Center the chicken on a rotisserie spit. If using a grill rotisserie, preheat to medium heat, 350F. Cook chicken 18-22 minutes per pound,, until the chicken reaches 165F. (3.5lb chicken will need about 60-80 minutes). Can you rotisserie in your oven? You can make a rotisserie…
How does a recirculating range hood work? A recirculation hood extracts the air, filters it, and blows it back into the kitchen. The air is circulating. That’s why it’s called ‘recirculation range hood’. There are carbon filters in the range hood. What CFM hood do I need? To meet the recommended CFM requirements, you’ll need…
Can you clean the inside of a microwave oven? Use the sponge to wipe the inside of the microwave, starting from the roof, down to the sides and door. The grime should wipe away easily due to the steam, however burnt-on grime may require a little more elbow grease. Then wipe the turntable over with…
How do I fix my oven that won’t get hot? Like with a heating element or gas igniter, replacing the temperature sensor is a quick and easy fix you can do yourself. Cause: If it’s still not heating to the correct temperature and you’ve checked or replaced the heating elements, gas igniter and temperature sensor,…
What is a waveguide cover made of? Usually the cover is made of a material called mica. Although strong and tough when new, over a period of time this cover absorbs moisture and food debris and becomes soft or breaks. What happens if you turn on the microwave with nothing in it? When the oven…
Do diodes burn out? A diode typically fails to open happens due to over current. This is called metallization burnout and can occur from things like EOS (Electrical Over Stress). Image shown bellow. Over current causes excessive heating and literally burns the metal away. How do I make my microwave quieter? In most cases, long-pressing…
