Smeg Electric Multifunction Oven F170K manual

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    Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PRO PER USE ________________ 4 2. INSTALLATION __________________________________________ 6 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONT ROLS _____________________________ 9 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 14 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 15 6. COOKING HINTS _____________________[...]

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    Introduction 1. INSTR UCTIONS FOR SAFE A ND 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 OVEN. WE ADVISE CAREFUL READING OF THIS MANUAL AND ALL THE INSTRUCTI ONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY [...]

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    Introduction ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE CONTROL KNOBS ARE IN THE “ZERO” (OFF) POSITION WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE OVEN. NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: TH EY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY LIGH TED AND CAUSE FIRES. DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL D[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 6 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings are as per the indications provided on the l abel attached to the oven d oor frame. This label must never be removed. It is obligatory for the electrical syst em to be grounded according to the methods required by safety rul[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 7 2.2 Mounting the oven The oven is d esigned for m ounting into any piece of fur niture as long as heat-resistant. Proceed acc ording to t he dimensi ons shown in Figures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follow th e dimensions given i n Figure 1 - 3 . For installing un der a work top w ith combined heat[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 8 Never use the oven door to lever the oven int o place when fitting. Avoid exerting too much pr essure on the ov en door when open.[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grou ped together on the front panel. FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to s elect desired function from the follo wing: NO FUNCTION SET UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT UPPER AND[...]

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    Instructions for the user 10 THERMOSTAT KNOB Cooking temperature is s elected by turning the knob clockwise to the des ired setting, between 50 ° and 240 °C. TIMER KNOB Lets you choose manua l cooking or the timer wit h automatic turn-off of the oven when done. For manual control of cooking time, turn the knob anticlockwise to the symbol . To set[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3.2.1 Setting the time When the oven is used for the first tim e, or after a power blackout, the display flashes on and off at regular intervals. Press the key for 1/2 seconds to stop the display flashi ng a nd start setting of the current time. Press the value modification keys or to increase or d ecrease by one minute fo[...]

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    Instructions for the user 12 3.2.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be used to set the cooking time. Before setting it, turn the therm ostat to the cooking temperatur e of choice and the function sel ector knob to any setting. To set 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 se tting a cooking duration time, the user can also set the cooking start tim e (up to 12 ho urs after the current time). To set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows. - Set the cooki ng duration time as describ ed in the previous point. - W ithin 6/7 seconds after th e last time the or k[...]

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    Instructions for the user 14 4. USE OF THE O VEN 3 operations are requir ed to switch the oven on: 1st: make sure that the timer is turned to “ ”; 2nd: turn the thermostat; 3rd: turn the function selector to any function (the “lamp” setting does not switch on any heating elements). In models equippe d with analogue digital timer, the user h[...]

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    Instructions for the user 5. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The oven features 4 support positio ns for plates and racks of different height. Some models do not feature all accessories . Grill: useful for holding cookin g vessels. Plate grill: for placing above plate for cooking foods that might drip. Oven plate: useful for cat ching fat from foods on the[...]

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    Instructions for the user 16 6. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode preheating s hould be c arried out at 30/40°C above the cooking temperature. This consi derably shortens cook ing times and reduces power consumption, as well as giving better cooking results. Keep the oven door closed during co oking 6.1 Traditional cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOS[...]

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    Instructions for the user Multiple cooking is possible a s long as the cooking temperature of the different foods is the same. 6.3 Grill cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH . Permits rapid browni ng of foods. You ar e advised to place t he pan i n the highest guide. For short-term cooking of small qua ntities, place the grid in the fourth gui[...]

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    Instructions for the user 18 The flow of air produced by the fan ens ures quicker defrosti ng. The air circulating inside th e ov en is at room temperature. The advantage of d efrosting at room te mperature is that it does not alter the taste and appearanc e of the food. 6.6 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especia lly meat, vary according [...]

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    Instructions for the user GRILLING LEVEL FROM BELOW TIME IN MINUTES FIRST SURFACE SECOND SURFACE PORK CHOPS FILLET OF PORK FILLET OF BEEF LIVER VEAL ESCALOPES HALF CHICKEN SAUSAGES MEAT-BALLS FISH FILLETS TOAST 4 3 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 7 - 9 9 - 11 9 - 11 2 - 3 7 - 9 9 - 14 7 - 9 7 - 9 5 - 6 2 - 4 5 - 7 5 - 9 9 - 11 2 - 3 5 - 7 9 - 11 5 - 6 5 - 6 3 - 4 [...]

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    Instructions for the user 20 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before performing any operat ions requiring access to powered parts, switch off the pow er supply to the machine. 7.1 Cleaning stainless steel To keep stainless steel in good cond ition it should be cleaned reg ularly after use. Let it cool first. 7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning To clean and pr[...]

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    Instructions for the user • DO NOT USE A STEAM JET FOR CLEANING THE I NSIDE OF THE OVEN. • Clean the oven grill a nd side gui des with hot water and non -abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry. • Clean the internal walls of the oven with a soft ammoniac-soak ed cloth. Rinse and dry. If there are st ill stai ns or drops, place a damp ammoniac-soake[...]

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    Instructions for the user 22 7.3 Door glass The door glass shou ld always be ke pt clean. Use a bsorbent kitchen paper to clean. In case of tough spots, clea n with a damp spon ge using regular detergent. 8. EXTRA ORDINAR Y MAINTENANCE The oven may require extraor dinary maintenance or replacement of p arts subject to wear such as seals, bulbs, and[...]

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    Instructions for the user 8.2 Removing Hold the doo r on both sides with bo th hands near hinges A and raise levers B . Lift up the door forming an angle o f about 45° and remove. To refi t, slide the hinges A in the grooves, d rop the door and relea se levers B . 8.3 Oven door seal To permit thorough cl eaning of the oven, the seal may be removed[...]