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MANU ALE D’USO INSTR UCTION MANU AL MANU AL DE USO CUCINA CON FORNI ELETTRICI COOKER WITH ELECTRIC OVENS COCINA CON HORNOS ELECTRICOS[...]
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ITAL IANO 3 – 28 Vi ringraziamo per aver scelto questo nostro prodotto. Vi consigliamo di leggere attentamente questo m anuale, che riporta tutte le indicazioni per mantenere inalterate le qualità estetiche e funzionali della cucina. ENGLISH 29 – 54 Thank you for choosing our product. We advise you to read this manual carefully. It contains al[...]
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Contents 29 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _____________________ 30 2. INSTALLATION OF TH E APPLIANCE ______________________________ 32 3. DESCRIPTIO N OF CONTROLS ___________________________________ 35 4. USE OF THE CO OKING HOB ____________________________________ 41 5. USE OF THE O VENS ___________________________________________ 43 6. [...]
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Introduction 30 1. INSTR UCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PR OPER USE THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PAR T OF THE APPLIAN CE AND THEREFOR E MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN AN AC CESSIBLE PLACE FOR THE WHO LE WORKING LIFE OF THE COOKER . WE ADVISE READING THIS MA NUAL A ND ALL THE I NSTRUCTI ONS THERE IN BE FORE USING THE COOKER . ALSO KEEP THE SERIES OF NOZZLE[...]
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Introduction 31 NEVER PUT IN FLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN TO AN OVEN: IF THEY C ATCH FIRE THEY COULD CA USE A F IRE I N THE HOME. THE I. D. PLA TE WITH T ECHNICA L DATA, REGIST RATION NUM BER A ND BRAND NAME IS VISIBLY POSITIONED ON THE REAR PROTECTIVE COVER OF THE APPLIAN CE. A COPY OF THE PL ATE IS INC LUDED WITH THE HANDBO OK AND YOU ARE ADVISED TO FIX [...]
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Instructions for the installer 32 2. INST ALLA TION OF THE APPLIANCE This unit is equipped with a type Y fire protection, and may be set against walls that are higher than the hob. Built-in appliance Free-standing installation 2.1 Electrical connect ion Make sure that the power line voltage matches the specifications indicated on the rating plate l[...]
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Instructions for the installer 33 The appliance is fitted with a terminal board at the rear for electrical connections (see following diagram). To access, remove the rear cover. For operation on 400-415V3N ∼ ∼ ∼ ∼ : use an H05RR-F-type five-core cable (5 x 2.5 m m 2 ). For operation on 400-415V2N ∼ ∼ ∼ ∼ : use an H05RR-F-type four-c[...]
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Instructions for the installer 34 Complete wiring up to power supply with an appropriately rated five-core plug (see data plate) or, in case of operation from a 230V ∼ ∼ ∼ ∼ power supply, with a three-core plug. Make sure that plug and wall socket are of the same type and are in conformity with regulations in force. Make sure that the appli[...]
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Instructions for the user 35 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control p anel All the cooker controls and commands are on the front panel. Single oven model Before using the oven check that the electronic programmer is showing the symbol (see paragraph “3.2.1 Clock adjustment”. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS FRONT RIGHT B URNER OVEN VARIABLE GRILL B[...]
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Instructions for the user 36 Double heating The circle next to each knob indicates the cooking zone it controls. To heat the inner cooking zone, turn the knob to the desired position ( 1 to 9 ). To heat both the inner and outer cooking zones, turn the knob to or ; and then release. The knob will thus return to 9 . To adjust heating intensity, rotat[...]
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Instructions for the user 37 AUXILIARY OVEN THERMOSTAT KNOB Selection of cooking temperature is carried out by turning the knob clockwise to the required temperature, between 50° and 250°C. The tell-tale light comes on to indicate that the oven is warming up. When it goes out it means that the required temperature has been reached. Intermittent g[...]
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Instructions for the user 38 3.2 Electr onic Programmer LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE- COUNTER KEY COOKIN G TIME KEY END-O F-COOKIN G KEY DECREASE TIME KEY INCREASE TIME KEY 3.2.1 Clock adjustment When using the oven for the first time, or after a power failure, the display flashes regularly and indicates . Press the keys and at the same time the keys o[...]
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Instructions for the user 39 Release key to start the programmed cooking time count. The display will now show the right time together w ith symbols A and . 3.2.3 Automatic cooking Use this setting to automatically start and stop the oven. By pressing key , the display lights up show ing ; keep the key pressed and at the same time, press keys or to[...]
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Instructions for the user 40 3.2.6 Switching off the alarm The alarm switches off automatically after seven m inutes. They can be manually de-activated by pressing the keys and together . 3.2.7 Minute Counter The programmer can also be used as a sim ple minute counter. By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key pressed and at the same time [...]
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Instructions for the user 41 4. USE OF T HE COOKING HOB 4.1 Cooking zones The appliance features 4 cooking zones of different diameter and power. Their position is clearly indicated by circles and the heat given off is defined by the markings on the glass surface. The 4 cooking zones are of the HIGH-LIGHT type and come on after a few seconds of bei[...]
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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 m elt (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 43 5. USE OF THE O VENS 5.1 Warnings an d general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum temperature (250°C) long enough to burn any m anufacturing oily residues which could give the food a bad taste. After a power failure, the display will flash at regular intervals showing . To regulate,[...]
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Instructions for the user 44 6. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The main oven has 4 support for positioning plates and racks at various heights and has upper protection. The auxiliary oven has 2 support . Oven grill: for cooking food on plates, small cakes, roasts or food requiring light grilling. Plate grill: for placing above plate for cooking foods tha[...]
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Instructions for the user 45 7. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode preheating should be carried out 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 cooking 7.1 Hot-air cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SELEC[...]
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Instructions for the user 46 7.2 Hot-air grilling FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SELECTOR SWITCH FROM 50° TO 250°C Ensures uniform heat distribution with greater heat penetration into the food. Food will be lightly browned on the outside and remain soft inside. Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must not exceed 60 minutes. 7.3 [...]
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Instructions for the user 47 7.4 Defrostin g THERMOSTAT IN POSITION The flow of air produced by the fan ensures quicker defrosting. The air circulating inside the oven is at room temperature. The advantage of defrosting at room temperature is that it does not alter the taste and appearance of the food. 7.5 Traditional cook ing THERMOSTAT SELECTOR S[...]
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Instructions for the user 48 7.6 Delicate cookin g THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION Ideal for pastries and cakes with wet covering and little sugar and damp desserts in moulds. Excellent results can also be achieved in completing cooking at the bottom and with dishes requiring heat in the lower area in particular. The plate is best inserted at bottom [...]
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Instructions for the user 49 7.8 Spit cooking FUNCTION SWITCH This type of cooking is only for the main oven . Use it for small size pieces. Prepare the food on the spit rod and block fork screws A . Insert the frame B in the third level from the bottom. R emove handle D and position the spit rod so the pulley E remains guided on fram e B . Complet[...]
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Instructions for the user 50 8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 8.1 Cleaning t he glazed ceramic ho b 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 alum inium-bottom pans can be easily cleaned off with a [...]
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Instructions for the user 51 8.3 Cleaning t he inside of the oven For best oven upkeep clean regularly after having allowed to cool. T ak e out all removable parts. Clean the oven grill and side guides with hot water and non-abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry. Clean the inside walls of the oven (after rem oving the self-cleaning liners, see point 7.[...]
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Instructions for the user 52 1) 2) 8.4 Door glass These should always be kept very clean. Use absorbent kitchen paper or, in case of hard to remove dirt, wash with a wet sponge and ordinary detergent.[...]
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Instructions for the user 53 9. EXTRA ORDINAR Y MAINTENANCE Ovens periodically require small maintenance interventions or replacement of parts subject to wear and tear such as gaskets, electric bulbs etc. Specific instructions for each intervention of this type appear below. Before performing any operations r equiring access to powered parts, switc[...]
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Instructions for the user 54 9.2 Dismantling of the doors Hold the door on both sides with both hands near hinges A and raise levers B . Lift up the door forming an angle of about 45° and remove. To refit, slide the hinges A in the grooves, drop the door and release levers B . 9.3 Oven door gaskets The door gaskets can be dismantled for thorough c[...]
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