SUNOVEN Global Sun Oven™

Solar appliance cooks food with the power of the sun - No fuel needed

The ultimate solar appliance

• Cooks any kind of food with the power of the sun - no fuel needed
• Reaches temperatures of 360 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit!
• Totally safe - no danger of fire
• Used daily in 126 countries around the world
• Ruggedly built for years of trouble-free use.
• As portable as a small suitcase.

Helps you harness the power of the sun. One source of power that never fails is the light of the sun. Whether you're dealing with a power outage, or just plain conserving energy, the Global Sun Oven can cook anything that can be baked in a conventional oven. It lets you harness the power of the sun to cook without fuel.

Lets you create your favorite recipes. With the Global Sun Oven you can cook almost anything - breads, cakes, muffins, pizza, vegetables, poultry, fish, meats, casseroles, grains, pasta and desserts, just to name a few.

Provides high cooking temperatures Sun Ovens reach temperatures of 360 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, which are more than sufficient to bake, boil or steam your favorite foods - wherever you happen to take the Sun Oven.

Makes foods taste better Sun-baked foods stay moist, the natural internal juices do not bake out, resulting in a superior, moist taste and less shrinkage than conventional oven-cooked foods. The slow, even rise in temperatures in a Global Sun Oven gives the complex carbohydrates time to break down into simple sugars allowing the subtle natural flavor to emerge. Also, there is never any burning or scorching to ruin a meal.

Is totally safe. Because of the unique way the Global Sun Oven operates, there is never a danger of fire.

Is ruggedly built. The Global Sun Oven is not a toy. It is a serious appliance that is made for years of trouble-free use. Each Sun Oven is constructed with a strong plastic case that is both durable and easy to clean. It uses Reflexo specular-finish reflectors and a tempered glass door to retain the sun's powerful heat. The Sun Oven features an easily adjustable, self-contained leveling leg to maintain the oven's maximum exposure to the sun, while a built-in Levelator keeps foods level inside the oven to avoid spills.

Is totally portable. You can take and use the Global Sun Oven virtually any-where there is sunshine. When the oven is closed it is as portable as a small suitcase. The exterior measures just 19 x 19 inches by about 11 inches high, and weighs only 21 pounds. It even has a convenient built-in carry-handle.

Is a great hedge against power interruptions You will be prepared for any interruption to traditional power sources.

ReliableFor the past 13 years, Global Sun Ovens have been used successfully in 126 countries around the world. Thousands of cooking enthusiasts in the United States and around the world are using the Global Sun Oven and appreciate the unparalleled features and benefits.

Cooking times are close tot he same as those in a conventional oven. Because of varying cloudy conditions, cooking times can vary. Sample cooking times:

• 2.5 pound beef roast in 1 hour, 20 minutes
• 3 pound baked chicken in 1 hours, 15 minutes
• Bread in 45 minutes
• Rice in 40 minutes
• Chocolate cake in 35 minutes
• Granola in 20 minutes

Frequently asked questions

Does a Global Sun Oven require special pots and pans?

No. Dark thin-walled pots with lids work best. Dark pots change the light from the sun into heat energy. Lids are important because they hold in steam. If a lid is not used, the steam will dissipate much of the heat. Shiny aluminum pots and pans cause light to be reflected out thereby reducing the oven's temperature. Glass casserole dishes with lids also work well.

Does food need to be stirred to keep from burning?

No. Stirring to prevent scorching is not required because there are no hot spots. The temperature of the food rises equally. It is almost impossible to burn food in a Global Sun Oven.

With the Global Sun Oven getting so hot, what is the risk of getting burned when using it?

The only parts that get hot are the oven chamber, the cooking pan, and the glass door. Proper care must be taken to use hot pads when opening the door and removing food. The entire exterior of the oven, including the reflectors, remains safe to touch.

How often must a Global Sun Oven be refocused?

The need to refocus depends a great deal on what you are cooking, the time of day, and the temperature you wish to maintain. A good rule of thumb is to plan to readjust every 30 minutes to maintain maximum heat. At noon the sun is high in the sky and moves quickly past the maximum focus point, creating the need to refocus more often. At other times in the day you will not need to focus as often. Note: The Global Sun Oven is equipped with a built-in level, which keeps food level and avoids spills while being refocused.

How difficult is it to focus a Global Sun Oven?

Focusing is very easy. Just watch the shadows created by the oven. When the shadows are even on all sides, the cooker is directly focused. The built in leveling leg allows for easy tracking.

Is the oven easy to clean?

Yes. The reflectors are made with mirror-finished anodized aluminum. They will not oxidize, rust, or corrode. The outershell is made of a highly durable ABS plastic.

Can I use a Global Sun Oven in the winter?

Yes. The most important factor in using a Global Sun Oven is the brightness of the day, NOT the outside-air temperature. Often, a 40-degree, clear, low-humidity day will allow food to cook faster than a 100-degree day with high humidity. There are more cooking hours available in the summer than in the winter. In the early summer, it is not unusual to cook from 8:00AM to 6:00PM, whereas during the early winter, effective cooking may be limited to 10:00AM to 2:00PM.

Is the Global Sun Oven really worth the money?

The Global Sun Oven is often compared with box cookers that are made out of aluminum foil and cardboard. While the energy conversion principles are the same, the materials utilized in manufacturing a Global Sun Oven have been carefully researched to include the highest quality, most efficient materials available. The Global Sun Oven captures the maximum amount of energy, achieves the highest possible temperature and retains the greatest amount of heat possible while minimizing the weight. The cost of these materials is higher than using lower quality substitutes. Over 50 percent of the total material cost goes into producing the reflectors. The interior is completely surrounded by a thick batt of non-toxic fiberglass insulation normally found in commercial ovens and furnaces. The outer shell is made of a highly durable ABS plastic that keeps the unit light weight and easy to clean. The oven chamber gasket is made from a patented material designed to withstand UV radiation. It forms an air-tight seal to hold heat in while preventing out-gassing from building up in the oven's chamber. The seal is warranted for 15 years not to split or crack.

When compared to a conventional oven, the price of a Global Sun Oven is a real bargain. No fuel costs. And the Global Sun Oven will last with heavy use for 15 years or more. The total cost/benefit ratio is unbelievable, not to mention the enhanced taste of food and environmental benefits that cooking with the sun provides.

The Global Sun Oven includes a leveling leg for easy rasing and lowering when tracking the sun, and a suitcase-like carrying handle for easy and convenient moving and storing.

Limited 15 year warranty