A:AnswerIt can be if you're frying something that splatters. I do line the crumb pan with aluminum foil to cut down on cleaning. However, the inside of the oven and racks are easy to clean with soap and water.
A:AnswerUse extreme caution when cleaning the quartz heating elements. Allow the oven to cool completely, then gently rub a soft, damp sponge or cloth along the length of the heating element. Do not use any type of cleanser or cleaning agent. Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to inserting the power plug into a power outlet and turning the oven on. There will, undoubtedly, be some residue that can't be washed off and will need to burn of with continued use.
A:AnswerOur coating does have PTFE, but is not made with PFOA. You can find more information through our website here: https://www.breville.com/us/en/learn-more/brevillecookwarechemicalsdisclosure.html
A:AnswerThe BOV860 measurements are (W) 18.5” x (D) 16” x (H) 11.25”. It requires 4" clearance left to right, and 6" from the top. You'll want at least 1" from the back to the wall to avoid melting the cord during use. It does look like your counter isn't wide enough to accommodate the oven and its required clearance.
