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Smeg Electric Oven SCA301X manual

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  • Page 1

    Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PRO PER USE ________________ 4 2. INSTALLATION __________________________________________ 6 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONT ROLS _____________________________ 8 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 18 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 19 6. COOKING HINTS _____________________[...]

  • Page 2

    Introduction 1. INSTR UCTIONS FOR SA FE AND 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 [...]

  • Page 3

    Introduction NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: TH EY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY CATCH L IGHT AND CAUSE FI RES. DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEME NTS INSIDE THE OVEN. TO AVOID BURNS AND SCALDS CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGIST RATION NUMBER AND BRAND NAME IS [...]

  • Page 4

    Instructions for the installer 6 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that the mains voltage and p ower cable ratings ar e as per th e information provided on the l abel attached to the oven door frame. This label must never be removed . It is obligatory for the electrical system to be earthed ac cording to the methods required by safe[...]

  • Page 5

    Instructions for the installer 2.2 Installing the oven The oven is designed for installation into any piece of furniture as long as it is heat- resistant. Proceed according to the dimensions shown in Figures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follow the dimensions given in Figure 3 . For installing under a work top beneath a hob with co[...]

  • Page 6

    Instructions for the user 8 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grou ped together on the front panel. Before using the oven check that the electronic programm er is showing the symbol (see paragraph “3.2 Electronic programmer”.) The user has only to press the central key for 1 - 2 seconds to enable use o[...]

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    Instructions for the user THERMOSTAT CONTROL KNOB Cooking temperature is sele cted by turning the knob clockwise to the d esired setting, between 50 ° and 250 °C. FUNCTION CONTROL KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired fun ction from the following: NO FUNCTION SET LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATED HEATING ELEMENT DEFROSTING U[...]

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    Instructions for the user 10 TIMER KNOB Lets you choose manual cooking or the timer with automatic turn-off of the ov en when done. For manual control of co oking time, turn the knob an ticlockwise to the symbol . MINUTE COUNTER KNOB Turn the knob clockwise to the desired time. Time is expressed in minutes (maximum 55 minutes). Adjustment is contin[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3.2 Electronic Analogue Clock LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-MINDER BUTTON AUTOMATIC SW ITCH-OFF TIMING BU TTON TIME SETTING AND RESET VALUE DECREASE BUTTON VALUE INCREASE BUTTON 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 regu lar interval s. Pre[...]

  • Page 10

    Instructions for the user 12 3.2.2 Minute-minder This function does not stop cookin g but just triggers the bee ps. - When the key is pressed the display illuminates, appear ing as shown in figure 1; - Press the or keys within 6/7 seconds to set the minute-mind er. Whenever a key is pressed, 1 outside segme nt, representing 1 cooking minut e will l[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3.2.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be used to set t he cooki ng 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 to[...]

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    Instructions for the user 14 Cooking start: as well as se tting a cooking duration time, the user can also set the cooking e nd 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 i n the previous point. - Within 6/7 seconds after the last time the or keys[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3.3 Electronic programmer LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-COUNTER KEY COOKING TIME KEY END-OF-COOKING KEY MANUAL OPERATION KEY TIME BACK KEY TIME FORWARD KEY 3.3.1 Clock adjustment When using th e oven for the first time, or aft er a power fai lure, the display flashes regular ly and ind icates . To stop flashing, press key on th[...]

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    Instructions for the user 16 pressed and a t the same time, press keys or to set the cooking time. Release key to start the programmed cooking time co unt. The display will now show the right time together with symbols A and . 3.3.3 Automatic cooking Use this setting to automatically start and st op the oven. By pressing key , the display lights up[...]

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    Instructions for the user By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key presse d and at the same time press keys or By releasing the key , the programmed count starts an d the symbols and appe ar on the monitor. After programming the minute-counter, the display will show the right time. to display rema ining time, press key . Wrong settings ar[...]

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    Instructions for the user 18 4. USE OF THE O VEN 4.1 Warnings and general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-he at it to maximum temperature ( 250 °C) long eno ugh to burn any manufacturin g oily residues which could give the food a bad taste. During cooking, do not cover the botto m of the oven with aluminium or tin foil and do [...]

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    Instructions for the user 5. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The oven features 4 support positio ns for shelves and pans of different hei ght. Some models do not feature all accessories . Chrome shelf: useful for holdi ng cooking vessels. Grill mesh: for placing above gril l pan to allow juices to drip into pan b elow . Roasting/Grill pan: to be used for [...]

  • Page 18

    Instructions for the user 20 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 6.2 Fan cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷ 250°C This system is suitable fo r cooking on several leve ls, inc luding different types of food (f ish, meat etc.), with out the tas tes and sm ells minglin g. Air circulation in the oven ensur es a uniform distribution of he at. Multiple cooking is possible a s lo[...]

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    Instructions for the user 22 6.4 Fan grilling FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 200 Ensures uniform heat distribution w ith greater he at penetration into the food. Food will be lightly bro wned on the outside a nd remain soft inside. Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must not exceed 60 minutes. Keep the oven door closed dur[...]

  • Page 21

    Instructions for the user 6.6 Defrosting FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0 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. 23[...]

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    Instructions for the user 24 6.7 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especia lly meat, vary according to the thickn ess and quality of the food and to consumer taste. TRADITIONAL COOKING SHELF POSITION ( 1 IS LOWEST) TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUT ES (*) FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 - 3 2 - 3 210 - 230 210 - 230 30 40 MEAT ROAST V[...]

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    Instructions for the user FAN COOKING SHELF POSITION ( 1 IS LOWEST) TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUT ES 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 HA[...]

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    Instructions for the user 26 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NEVER USE A STEAM JET TO CLEAN THE APPLIANCE. Before carrying out any maintenance, switch off the power 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[...]

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    Instructions for the user • Clean the oven grill and s ide guides with hot water and non -abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry. • The oven should be operated at t he maximum temperature for about 15/20 minutes after using spe cific pr oducts, to eliminate the residues deposited inside the ove n. • For easier cleaning, the door can be removed (se[...]

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    Instructions for the user 28 8. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE The oven may requir e additional mai n tenance or replace ment of parts subject to wear such as seals, bulbs, and so on. The followin g instructions describe how to carry out these minor maintenance operations. Before any intervention, di sconnect the power supply. 8.1 Replacement of light bulb[...]

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    Instructions for the user 8.2.2 With pins Open the door compl etely an d insert the pins (su pplied) i nto the holes from the inside. Close the door to an angle of about 45° and lift it off. To reassemble, fit the hinges i nto their groove s, then lower t he door into place and extract the pins. 8.3 Removing the door glazing The glass in the door [...]

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    Instructions for the user 30 1) 2) 3) Use absorbent kitche n roll; remove stubborn d irt with a d amp sponge and ordinary detergent. Warning: before removing the panes of glass, make sure that the doo r has been locked in op en position as described i n point “ 8.2 Remo ving the door . This operation might have to be repeated during the remova l [...]