Wall Oven - Oven Door Position During Broil

Modern wall ovens are designed specifically for closed door broiling and produce optimal broiling results. It is a good idea to use closed door broiling when cooking in an oven where controls are above the door. This helps protect the controls from getting too hot. If you have a gas wall oven, the door must remained closed for safety.

 

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We recommend following the directions in your Owner's Manual. If there is no guidance in the manual, below is a general guide to help you determine if your oven door should remain open or closed during broil.

 

Single and Double Electric Wall Ovens:

  • 2013 and newer: Closed door broiling only. This is due the more powerful broil elements used.

  • 2005 - 2012: We recommend open door broiling, but closed door broiling is allowed (may just not brown as well).

  • Prior to 2005: Open door broiling.

  • Prior to 1993: Some Owner's Manuals mentioned closing the door when broiling chicken to allow proper cooking of the chicken. Current testing has proven that closing the door is not necessary. However, if you prefer to close the door, this is not a problem.

  • Trivection Oven: Broil with the door open.

 

Gas Wall Ovens:

  • Always broil with the door closed.

 

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