KitchenAid KFGD500EBS, User Instruction

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Slow Cook

Slow Cook is best for food items such as beef, poultry, and pork. 

This cycle is available to cook food at low temperatures for long 

periods of time. Food can be cooked up to 12 hours depending on 

the temperature chosen.

Recommended Temperature Range:

4 hour cook time = 250°F to 300°F (120°C to 150°C)
8 hour cook time = 200°F to 250°F (93°C to 120°C)
12 hour cook time = 170°F to 226°F (77°C to 108°C)

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Food should be completely thawed.

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Cover food to keep moist.

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Prior to Slow Roasting, meat can be pan seared or broiled on 

the sides to enhance browning, flavor, and tenderness.

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Use a flat rack in position 3 for best results.

To Use Slow Cook:

Before using Slow Cook, see the “Positioning Racks and 

Bakeware” section. It is not necessary to preheat the oven.

1. 

Place food in the oven.

2. 

Press SLOW COOK for the desired oven.

3. 

Press the number keypads to set the desired temperature. 

If the temperature entered is not in the range of the 

temperatures allowed, the minimum or maximum allowed 

temperature will be displayed. Enter a temperature in the 

allowable range.

4. 

Press START.
“Preheating” will show in the display until the set temperature 

is reached.
When a minimum oven temperature is reached, the oven 

display will show the temperature increasing. A single tone   

will sound when the set temperature is reached.

5. 

Press OFF for the selected oven when finished.

Proofing Bread

Proofing bread prepares the dough for baking by activating the 

yeast. Follow the recipe directions as a guide. Standard Proof 

should be used for fresh dough, thawed dough, and for the first 

and second rise. Rapid Proof (on some models) operates at a 

slightly higher temperature than Standard Proof, and it can be 

used for the second rise of formed dough.

To Proof:

Before first proofing, place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and 

cover loosely with wax paper, coated with shortening. Place in 

position 2, and then close the oven door.

1. 

Press BREAD PROOF until the desired proof is displayed 

(“Standrd” or “Rapid”).

2. 

Press START.
Let the dough rise until nearly doubled in size. Proofing time 

may vary depending on dough type and quantity.

3. 

Press OFF when finished proofing.

Before second proofing, shape the dough, place it in baking pan(s) 

and then cover loosely. Follow the same placement and control 

steps above. Before baking, remove the cover.

NOTE: 

If the oven temperature is greater than 120°F (49°C), the 

display will indicate “oven cooling” until the temperature is below 

120°F (49°C).

Cook Time

To Set a Timed Cook:

1. 

Press the keypad for any cooking function except Self-Clean, 

Bread Proof, or Keep Warm.

2. 

Press the number keypads to set the desired temperature.

If the temperature entered is not in the range of the 

temperatures allowed, the minimum or maximum allowed 

temperature will be displayed. Enter a temperature in the 

allowable range.

3. 

Press COOK TIME.

4. 

Press the number keypads to enter the length of time to cook.

5. 

Press START. The display will count down the time. When the 

time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.
The temperature and/or time setting can be changed at any 

time by repeating steps 2 through 5.

6. 

Press OFF for the desired oven to clear the display.

To Set a Delayed Cook Time:

1. 

Press DELAY START.

2. 

Press the number “1” or “2” keypad to select the desired oven.

3. 

Press the number keypads to enter the number of hours and/

or minutes you want to delay the start time.

4. 

Press the keypad for any cooking function except Bread Proof 

or Keep Warm.

5. 

Press the number keypads to choose the desired temperature. 

If the temperature entered is not in the range of temperatures 

allowed, the minimum or maximum allowed temperature will 

be displayed. Enter a temperature in the allowable range.

6. 

Press START or COOK TIME.

7. 

Press the number keypads to enter the length of time to cook.

8. 

Press START.

When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. 

The temperature and/or time settings can be changed after the 

delay countdown by repeating steps 1 through 7. When resetting 

the time and temperature, it is necessary to press START between 

steps 4 and 5 to continue making changes.
When the set cook time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.

9. 

Press OFF for the desired oven to clear the display.

WARNING

Food Poisoning Hazard

Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before 

or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.