What Is Sabbath Mode on a Wall Oven?

Ovens with Sabbath mode are designed to assist people of the Jewish faith who are observing the weekly Sabbath. These ovens are outfitted with unique software designed to help Jewish people in following the protocols of their religious observance.

Identification

The Shabbat is the weekly day of rest for Jewish people, beginning at sunset on Friday and lasting until sunset on Saturday. During this time, Jews must not engage in certain activities, including cooking and baking.

Function

Sabbath mode was created because Jewish people are not allowed to turn on or off an oven during the Sabbath. A normal oven will shut off after 12 hours of continual use, but an oven with Sabbath mode is designed to stay on for 72 hours.

Significance

During the Sabbath, you are allowed to adjust the temperature of the oven, just not turn it on or off. Ovens with Sabbath mode allow you to raise and lower temperatures without turning the oven on or off.

References

• Star-K; The "Sabbath Mode;" Jonah Ottensoser
• Maytag: Sabbath Mode - Oven
• Judaism 101: Shabbat