Ronco Oven - Manual (Page 10)

PLACING CHICKENS ON THE SPIT RODS
There are two ways to load the Spit Rods
#1 Hold the tied poultry or meat down securely with one hand while firmly pushing the Spit Rods into
the bird, through the meaty portion of the breast area. The Spit Rods are sharp so always be careful not
to puncture your hand.
When inserting the Spit Rods, push at a slightly downward angle and then level out the Spit Rods so that
they go through the breast and exit the bird on the other side at approximately the same level. (Note:
You should gently squeeze the legs of the bird together when pushing the Spit Rods through the bird.)
#2 Try putting the food on by using the Spit Rods in the Loading Base and put the chicken on breast
first using gravity to help. Be sure you center the food within the area of the two Gear Wheels. Also
balance the food so the weight is evenly distributed.
After the food is held securely on the Spit Rods, put the other Gear Wheel in place. The Spit Assembly
can now be placed in the Rest Area just inside the Door. Then move on to A or B.
The Rest Area
Located just inside the machine so you can rest your loaded Spit Rods and easily adjust your food and
add Kabob Rods, etc.
Small Chickens or Game Hens Side-by-Side
You can also rotate two small chickens or game hens side-by-side. Place Spit Assembly in vertical
position with platform underneath. Push the birds on the Spit Rods through their centers, and pierce
wing to wing. Place the first tied chicken on its side and run both Spit Rods through it. Duplicate this
method for the second bird. Leave a little space between the two birds so they can brown faster and
more evenly. Keep all parts within the Gear Wheels and centered all around.
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LOADING THE SPIT RODS
IMPORTANT: FOOD MUST BE CENTERED
Put the Spit Rods through center of the food so it will be balanced and the food does not touch the
Heating Element as it rotates. This is important for large foods like turkeys, standing rib roasts, 2
chickens side-by-side or any large piece of meat that goes directly onto the Spit Rods. Small foods and
pieces go in a Basket.
Trim off excess fat and skin or loose pieces – especially around poultry cavities so heat can
enter as it cooks.