Oster 6293 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven, Black
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: OsterBrand: Oster
Model: 6293
Color: Black
Product features:
- 6-slice toaster oven with convection technology for faster cooking
- 2 rack positions; 150- to 450-degree F thermostat; light to dark toast settings
- Glass door; 60-minute timer with auto shut-off; Cool-Touch side handles
- Nonstick interior; removable crumb tray; baking pan and broiler insert included
- Measures 17 by 14 by 9 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Oster 6293 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven, Black
Customer Review: Pretty pleased (though not ecstatic)
Summary: 4 Stars
EDIT:
I now have over three years experience with the Oster 6293 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven, Black, and it continues to work flawlessly!
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
This is the Model 6293 Oster 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven. I state that up front, because there are a lot of reviewers here writing about clearly different models. When a person can't even correctly identify the item they have, the credibility of the entire review goes out the window. With that said, I'll attempt to provide what I consider to be reasonably accurate information based upon my experience with this appliance.
In deference to those who complain that their T/O exploded, went up in flames, or just stopped working, I truly sympathize. The fact is though, that after extended use, I have had nary a problem with mine. I hereby offer my personal thoughts on the following complaints found in ACTUAL reviews of this product on Amazon.com.
Hot on the outside? Hellooo . . . they all are! That must be why they have non-metallic handles. Pots and pans get hot, too, but you don't go grabbing one of those with bare hands, do you? Hot. Handles. Okay?
Complicated settings? C'mon, there are three simple dials - function, temperature and cook time. How difficult could they possibly be to master? Oh, I see, they have to be turned. Well . . . oh, never mind.
Too lightweight? The thing weighs about 9 pounds, for crying out loud. Just how heavy does a toaster oven need to be? For the sake of stability, it does have four substantial rubber feet. So, regardless of weight, it's not gonna move around much.
Aluminum outer casing? Then why will a magnet stick to it?
Noisy convection fan? Sorry, I can barely hear mine running. The End.
Flimsy bake/broil pan? Yep, but that's not an issue unless you try to cook a 5 pound ham in it. A regular kitchen oven is far better suited to that purpose anyhow. Having said that, operator error did reduce mine to a puddle of molten aluminum when I inadvertantly set it on a hot cooktop burner. I just sucked it up and bought a better quality pan.
Pizza droops when baking? Well, probably not if it isn't hanging over the edges of the rack. Besides, that's what pizza crisping pans are for.
Short electrical cord? Yeah, I suppose that could present a countertop logistics problem to some. Not an issue for me, though, 'cause I got plenty of electrical outlets in all the right places. And, yes, they're GFI outlets . . . the ones that one reviewer didn't even know could be reset.
Your parents had a fire in one of these? And they gave it to you?? And you use it??!!?? Umm . . . about that inheritance you were counting on . . .
Toasts bread only on one side? Try flipping the rack over and/or inserting it into a different rack guide (there are two sets of 'em) so that it's centered in the oven. Trust me, you really can do that. It's not like the nails in the box that can only be used on the wall they point to. As a last resort, try the "Toast" settings on both the function and temperature dials. Uh huh, they're really there.
The crumb tray doesn't have a lip on it? Please look again. No, that's the wire cooking rack.
Here's an odd one - when removing the crumb tray, the crumbs catch on the heating elements and fall onto the bottom of the oven. Uh, there's one full inch of distance between the element and the tray. Literally, an un-split bagel would clear. Julia Child, you've got yourself a serious crumb problem!
You removed the door spring (why?), and you use a can to keep the door closed?? Aren't you the one who tossed a perfectly good vegetable strainer 'cause the water kept running out of it?
For my money, $59 to be exact, this is a pretty decent toaster oven. It looks good, and it performs reasonbly well. My research indicates that these things are the second most polarizing of any kitchen appliance, at least in terms of user opinions . . . surpassed only by coffee grinders. Notwithstanding that fact, I side with those of you who are satisfied with this one.
Description of Oster 6293 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven, Black
When inspiration strikes, breathe life into your cuisine with the Oster Inspire 6 slice toaster Oven. This Toaster oven is black with silver accents to enhance contemporary kitchens. It has a convection technology to speed up results and extra space inside to allow for 12" pizzas. This toaster oven is truly exceptional.Toaster Ovens
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