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1. What is Triple Combo Cooking (TCC) power?
2. What is the difference between the Flavor Wave Deluxe and the Nu-Wave Oven, and how do the FlavorWave and Nu Wave compare?
3. Do I need the extender ring to cook a turkey?
4. How do I remove frozen turkey giblets?
5. How long has the Nu-Wave Oven been on the market?
6. How easy is the Nu-Wave Oven to clean?
7. Will the Nu-Wave Oven heat up my kitchen?
8. Is the Nu-Wave Oven big enough to cook multiple foods at the same time?
9. How is Nu-Wave Oven shipped?
10. What types of pans can safely be used in the Nu-Wave Oven?
11. How well does the Nu-Wave Oven cook vegetables and other vegetarian dishes?
12. Does the Nu-Wave Oven create smoke?
13. What are the power and temperatures settings for the Nu-Wave Oven?
14. Do the tastes and smells of different foods cooked together in the Nu-Wave Oven mix?
15. How much time and energy can be saved with the Nu-Wave Oven?
16. What do the recipes and charts mean by the 1" or 4" rack?
17. What are the dimensions and size of the Nuwave Oven?

1. What is Triple Combo Cooking (TCC) power?

   The TCC combines the three cooking methods
   • Conduction is the heat that is applied directly to the food.
   • Convection is the circulated hot air, produced by our quiet motor and a specially designed fan. They allow the heat to distribute evenly for faster cooking and even browning.
   • Far Infrared is simply a form of gentle, invisible radiant heat. It penetrates the inside of foods while also cooking from the outside, leaving foods moist and full of flavor yet browned to perfection. Hearthware‘s specially patented heating rods enhance the Nu Wave Oven‘s unique infrared capabilities. The concept is similar to the warmth of the sun‘s rays felt on your skin. As a matter of fact, about 80% of the sun‘s rays consist of these infrared rays. The same principle applies to our Nu-Wave Oven, only on a smaller scale. Restaurants have been using this heat for years to keep foods warm.
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2. What is the difference between the Flavor Wave Deluxe and the Nu-Wave Oven?

   • Flavor Wave Deluxe is an imitation of the Nu-Wave Oven.
   • Hearthware, the manufacturer of the Nu-Wave Oven, has been manufacturing countertop infrared ovens since 1997. In fact, we are the manufacturer of the original Flavor Wave Ovens, which sold tens of thousands worldwide. The Nu-Wave Oven is our newest next generation oven to the Flavor Wave Oven. Do not be fooled by imitators like the Flavor Wave Deluxe.
   • Only the Nu-Wave Oven features the patented locking mechanism, which securely holds the dome, and the power head in place even when the oven gets hot, preventing them from separating and releasing hot steam and which may cause burns. This is a very important safety feature only available in the Nu-Wave Oven.
   • Nu-Wave Oven uses a long lasting 1500 Watt SHEATH HEATER (which can last up to 30 years) similar to most conventional ovens. Flavor Wave Deluxe, on the other hand, uses a 1220 watt HALOGEN bulb similar to those found in household lamps. HALOGEN bulbs will most likely create smoke when grease splatters, and its life span is shorter.
   • The Nu-Wave Oven has a lightweight liner pan whereas the Flavor Wave Deluxe has a heavy glass bottom pan that becomes hot after cooking.
   • Nu-Wave Oven is the ONLY countertop infrared oven to win the ChefsBest Award. Nu-Wave has been honored as the Best Performing by independent professional chefs for seven years in a row since 2000.
   • Nu-Wave Oven also received the seal of approval from the Cooking Club of America with over 550,000 members. They are the publisher of the well-known and respected “Cooking Pleasures” magazine.
   • Nu-Wave Oven also received the National Health & Wellness Club seal of approval with over 225,000 members, the publishers of the Health & Wellness Magazine.
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3. Do I need the extender ring to cook a turkey?

   • Without the extender ring, you can cook up to a 10 lb turkey
   • However with the extender ring, you can increase the capacity of the oven by 50% and cook up to a 16 lb. turkey.
   • In addition, the 10" non-stick baking pan allows you to bake cookies, pies, and desserts or cook any meats, poultry, or fish in their own juices or sauces.
   • The 2" rack allows for multi-layer cooking. For example, you can cook steaks on one layer and cook vegetables on another layer thus saving time Also, they are great for dehydrating beef jerky, fruits, and vegetables.
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4. How do I remove frozen turkey giblets?

   • One of the great things about the Nu-Wave Oven is how delicious and perfectly brown turkeys turn out. A lot of people have asked; how do you get the giblets out of a frozen turkey? Start cooking the turkey breast side down for the first half of the cooking process. When you flip the turkey breast side up, the insides should be thawed enough to remove the giblets.
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5. How long has the Nu-Wave Oven been on the market?

   • Hearthware has been manufacturing countertop infrared ovens since 1997.
   • We are the manufacturer of the original Flavor Wave oven, which sold tens of thousands worldwide.
   • The Nu-Wave Oven is our newest and best oven yet.
   • Do not be fooled by imitators such as the Flavor Wave Deluxe and Total Chef.
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6. How easy is the Nu-Wave Oven to clean?

   • Clean up is a breeze.
   • All parts easily separate for easy cleaning and, except for the power head, are dishwasher safe.
   • Because the oven is self-contained, you never have to worry about being burnt by splattering grease even when cooking bacon.
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7. I live in a warm climate. Will the Nu-Wave Oven heat up my kitchen?

   • Because the Nu-Wave Oven utilizes the Triple Combo Cooking power, you never have to preheat or defrost again.
   • It also does not heat up the air around it, so it doesn't heat up your kitchen, which makes it perfect for confined quarters; during summers; and in hot weather regions
   • You can take your frozen foods straight out of the freezer and right into the oven.
   • Since the Nu-Wave Oven uses as little as 15% of the energy of most conventional ovens, the Nu-Wave Oven not only saves you time and energy, but it doesn't heat up the kitchen.
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8. Is the Nu-Wave Oven big enough to cook multiple foods at the same time?

   • The Nu-Wave Oven's triple combo cooking power allows multiple items to all cook at the same time.
   • Normally, it would take about 50 minutes to cook one frozen Cornish hen. If you started all four at the same time, you can cook them all in about 50 minutes.
   • Basically, if the foods fit in the oven, they can be cooked at the same time.
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9. How is Nu-Wave Oven shipped?

   • The oven and its protective packaging are over 16 pounds.
   • The oven ships through Australia Post.
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10. What types of pans can safely be used in the Nu-Wave Oven?

    • Any cooking utensils that can be used in a conventional oven can also be used in the Nu-Wave Oven.
    • Things made out of foil, metals, Pyrex, and even prepared frozen entree trays are safe in the Nu-Wave Oven.
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11. How well does the Nu-Wave Oven cook vegetables and other vegetarian dishes

    • From Artichokes to Zucchini, vegetarian dishes are endless.
    • Corn and green beans come out crisp and delicious.
    • Potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams come out perfect and fluffy.
    • Peppers, onions, eggplant, mushrooms and squash taste like they just came off the grill.
    • Try asparagus brushed with olive oil, they turn out perfect in less than 8 minutes.
    • Make your favorite recipes with roasted garlic and, broccoli or tomatoes.
    • Don't forget about soy burgers, they come out great in the Nu-Wave.
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12. Does the Nu-Wave Oven create smoke?

    • Because of the synergy created by the triple combo cooking power and because the Nu-Wave Oven cooks foods quickly using less heat, it produces little to no smoke. Moreover, whatever smoke that does get generated is confined in the Nu-Wave Oven.
    • Under normal household usage, no ventilation system is needed.
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13. What is the maximum temperature reached in the Nu-Wave Oven?

    • The Nu-Wave Oven has ten power settings; "HI" setting being the maximum.
    • On "HI" setting, the approximate temperature is 350°. See power level/temperature equivalent chart.
    • Because of the Triple Combo Cooking power, the Nu-Wave Oven will cook quickly. For example, a frozen 10 lb. turkey will cook to perfection in about 2 and 1/2 hours.
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14. Do the tastes and smells of different foods cooked together in the Nu-Wave Oven mix?

    • Even if you are cooking different foods such as fish and vegetables at the same time, the smells and tastes do not mix.
    • And also the Nu-Wave Oven is self-contained, most of the smells and any smoke that may be created stay within the dome.
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15. How much time and energy can be saved with the Nu-Wave Oven?

    • The Nu-Wave Oven is rated at 1500 Watts compared to most conventional ovens at 3400 Watts.
    • With the Nu-Wave Oven, no pre-heating or defrosting is required, it uses as little as 30% of the energy and cooks most foods up to 50% faster.
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16. What do the recipes and charts mean by the 1" or 4" rack?

    • The cooking rack can be reversed to be used at a height of either 1" or 4"
    • The 4" rack accommodates smaller foods such as chicken breasts.
    • Whereas, the 1" rack accommodates larger foods such as a 10 lb turkey.
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17. What are the dimensions and size of the Nuwave Oven?

    • Outside Dimensions: 39.4 cm wide & 34.3 cm tall
    • Inside Dimensions: 16.5 cm deep & 30.5 cm in diameter
    • Weight of Oven: 4.1 kg.
    • Cooking power: 1500 Watts and can fit into a standard household outlet
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