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Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _______________ 30 2. INSTALLATION OF THE APPLIANCE ________________________ 32 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS ____________________________ 34 4. USE OF THE COOKING HOB ______________________________ 41 5. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 43 6. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES ______________[...]
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Introduction 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AN D PR OPER USE THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE AND THEREFORE MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN A N ACCESSIBLE PLACE FOR THE WHOLE WORKING LIFE OF THE COOKER. WE ADVISE READING THIS MANUAL AND ALL THE INSTR UCTIONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE COOKER. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIE[...]
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Introduction THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND BRAND NAME IS POSITIONED VISIBLY IN THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT. THE PLATE MUST NOT BE REMOVED. DO NOT INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE ON A RAISED PLATFORM DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. DO NOT PUT PANS WITHOUT PERFEC[...]
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Instructions for the installer 32 2. INST ALLA TION OF T HE APPLIANCE This unit is equipped with a type Y fire protection, and may be set against walls that are higher than the hob. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or things caused by non- observance of the above prescriptions or by interference with any part of th[...]
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Instructions for the installer For operation on 380-415V3N ∼ : use an H05RR-F-type five-core cable (5 x 2.5 mm 2 ). For operation on 380-415V2N ∼ : use an H05RR-F-type four-core cable (4 x 4 mm 2 ). For operation on 220-240V ∼ : use an H05RR-F-type three-core cable (3 x 6 mm 2 ). The cable end to be connected to th e appliance must be provide[...]
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Instructions for the user 34 3. DESCRIPT ION OF CONTR OLS 3.1 Front control panel All the cooker controls and commands are o n the front panel. The user has only to press the central key for 1 - 2 seco nds to enable use of the oven on first use or after a power blackout. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS OVEN THERMOSTAT CENTRAL COOKING ZON E OVEN FUNCTIONS RE[...]
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Instructions for the user FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB Turn the knob to select from the following functions: NO FUNCTION SET LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATED HEATING ELEMENT UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION GRILL ELEMENT VENTILATED HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION DEFROSTING GR[...]
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Instructions for the user 36 3.2 Electronic Analogue Clock (on some models only) LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-MINDER BUTTON AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OF F TIMING BUTTON TIME SETTING AND RESET VALUE DECREASE BUTTON VALUE INCREASE BUTTON 3.2.1 Setting the time When the oven is use d for the first time, or after a power blackout, th e display flashes on and off at[...]
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Instructions for the user 3.2.2 Minute-minder This function does not stop cooking but just triggers the beeps. - When the key is pressed the display illuminates, appearing as s hown in figure 1; - Press the or keys within 6/7 seconds to set the minute-minder. W henever a key is pressed, 1 outside segment, representing 1 cooking minute wi ll light u[...]
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Instructions for the user 38 3.2.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be used to set the cook ing time. Before setting it, turn the thermostat to the cook ing temperature of choice and the function selector knob to any setting. To se t the cooking time, proceed as follows: - Press the key for 1/2 seconds; the pointer will move t[...]
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Instructions for the user Cooking start: as well as setting a cook ing duration time, the user can also set the cooking start time (up to 12 hours after the current time). To set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows. - Set the cooking duration time as described in the previous point. - W ithin 6/7 seconds after the last tim e the or keys [...]
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Instructions for the user 4. USE OF THE COOKING HOB 4.1 Cooking zones The appliance features 5 c ooking zones of different diameter and power. Their positi on is clearly indicated by circles and the heat given off is defined by the markings on the glass surface. The 5 cooking zones are of the HIGH-LIGHT type and come on after a few seconds of being[...]
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Instructions for the user 42 Take care not to spill sugar or sweet mixtures on to the cooking hob when hot. Never place materials or substances which may melt ( plastic or aluminium foil) on to the cooking hob. In the event, promptly switch off and remove the molten material with the scraper provided while the top is still warm to prevent it from b[...]
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Instructions for the user 5. USE OF THE O VEN 5.1 Warnings and general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum temperature (250°C) lo ng enough to burn any manufacturing oi ly residues which could give the food a b ad taste. The user has only to press t he central key for 1/2 seconds to enable use of the oven on fir[...]
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Instructions for the user 44 6. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The oven features 4 support positions for plates and racks of different height. Oven rack: for cooking food on plates, small cakes, roasts or food requirin g light grilling. Plate rack: for placin g above plate for cooking foods that might drip. Oven plate: useful for catchin g fat from foods[...]
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Instructions for the user 7. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode preheating should be carried o ut at 30/40°C above the cooking temperature. This considerably shortens cooking times and reduces power consumption, as well as giving better cooking results. Keep the oven door closed during cooki ng 7.1 Traditional cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SE[...]
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Instructions for the user 46 7.2 Hot-air cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SELECTOR SWITCH FROM 50° TO 250°C This system is suitable for cooking on several levels, including different types of food (fish, meat etc.), with out the tastes and smells mingling. Air circulation in the oven ensur es a uniform distribution of heat. Pre-heating is not n[...]
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Instructions for the user 7.4 H ot-air grilling FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH FROM 50° TO 250°C Ensures uniform heat distribution with greater heat penetr ation into the food. Food will be lightly brow ned on the outside and remain soft inside. Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must not exceed 60 minutes. Keep the oven[...]
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Instructions for the user 48 7.6 Spit cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH AT MAXIMUM Prepare the sp it with the food , blocking fork screws A . Insert frame B into the third guide from the bottom. Remove handle D and position the spit shaft so that pulley E is gu ided on the link of frame B in the right side. Insert the dr ip tray into the ov[...]
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Instructions for the user 7.7 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especially m eat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. TRADITIONAL COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES (*) FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 - 3 2 - 3 210 - 230 210 - 230 30 40 MEAT ROAST VEAL ROAST BEEF ROA[...]
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Instructions for the user 50 HOT-AIR COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA CREOLE RICE 2 2 2 190 - 210 190 - 210 190 - 220 20 - 25 25 - 30 20 - 25 MEAT ROAST VEAL ROAST PORK ROASTED BEEF FILLET OF BEEF ROAST LAMB ROAST BEEF ROAST CHICKEN ROAST DUCK ROAST TURKEY ROAST RABBIT ROAST HARE ROAS[...]
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Instructions for the user 8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 8.1 Cleaning the glazed ceramic hob Before any intervention, disconnect the power supply of the device. The cooking hob should be regularly cleaned; best after every use, once the residual heat signal lamps have gone off. Smudges from aluminium-bot tom pans can be easily cleaned off with a cloth[...]
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Instructions for the user 52 8.3 Cleaning of the oven (without self-cleaning panels) For best oven upkeep clean regul arly after having allowed to cool. Take out all removable parts. Detach the side guides by un screwing ring nut A and sliding out of the rear hole B. • Clea n the oven rack and side guides with hot water and non- abrasive detergen[...]
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Instructions for the user 8.3.4 Assembling the self-cleaning liners 1. Remove all accessories from the oven; 2. Remove the side racks (fig.1); 3. Extract the side liners “ F ” and “ G ”(fig. 2); 4. Remove the back pane l “ A ” after undoing the threaded ring-n ut “ C ” (fig. 2). 5. Reassemble the panels, restoring them to their orig[...]
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Instructions for the user 54 9. EXTRA ORDINAR Y MAINTENANCE The oven may require extraordin ary maintenance or replacement of parts subject to wear such as seals, bulbs, and so on. The following instructions describe how to carry out these minor maintenance operations. Before any intervention, disconnect the power supply of the device. 9.1 Replacem[...]
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Instructions for the user 9.2 Removing the door Open the door completely and fit the pins ( supplied) into the holes from the inside. Close the door t o an angle of about 45°, lift it and remove it from its seat. To replace, fit the hinges into the grooves provided, then lower the door until it comes to rest and extract the pins. If the pins ar e [...]