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Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _______________ 30 2. INSTALLATION _________________________________________ 32 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS ____________________________ 35 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 41 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 42 6. COOKING HINTS ______________________[...]
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Introduction 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE 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 AN D ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY QU[...]
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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: THEY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY CATCH LIGHT 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[...]
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Instructions for the installer 32 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that the mains vo ltage and power cable ratings are as per the information provided on the label attach ed to the oven door frame. This label must never be removed . It is obligatory for the electrical system to be e arthed according to the methods required by safet[...]
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Instructions for the installer 33 2.2 Installing the oven The oven is designed for inst allation into any piece of furniture as long as it is heat-resistant. Proceed according to the dimensions shown in Figure s 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follo w the dimensions given in Figure 3 . For installing und er a work top beneath a hob w[...]
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Instructions for the installer 34 Never use the oven door to lever the oven into place when fitting. Avoid exerting too much pres sure on the oven 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 o n the front panel. 5- FUNCTION MODEL 6- FUNCTION MODEL 8- FUNCTION MODEL 10- FUNCTION MODEL 35[...]
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Instructions for the user 36 FUNCTION CONTROL KNOB (5/6/8/10 functions) Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET DEFROSTING OVEN LIGHT (NO ELEMENT ENGAGED) UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT FULL GRILL ELEMENT + VENTILATION WIDE GRILL ELEMENT VENTIL[...]
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Instructions for the user THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT When this light comes on, the oven is he ating up. When this light goes out , the preset heating temperature has been reached. When the light flashes, the temperature inside the oven is steady. Important (in models with flush controls only) To access to the control knobs simply press them and the[...]
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Instructions for the user 38 3.2 Electronic programmer LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-COUNTER KEY END-OF-COOKING KEY COOKING TIME KEY TIME BACK KEY TIME FORWARD KEY MANUAL OPERATION KEY 3.2.1 Clock adjustment When using the oven for th e first time, or after a power failure, the display flashes regularly and indicat es . To stop flashing, press key on th[...]
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Instructions for the user Release key to start the programmed cook ing time count. The display will now show the right time together with 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 s howing ; keep the key pressed and at the sam e time, press keys or to s[...]
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Instructions for the user 40 By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key pressed and at the same time press keys or . By re leasing the key , the programmed count star ts and the symbo ls and appear on the monitor. After programming the minute-counter, th e display will show the right time. to display rema ining time, press key . Wrong setti[...]
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Instructions for the user 4. USE OF THE O VEN Before us ing the ove n make sure th at the electron ic programmer displays the symbol (see " 3.2.1 Clock adjustment "). 4.1 Warnings and general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum temperature ( 250 °C) long enough to burn any man ufacturing oily residues [...]
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Instructions for the user 42 5. A V AILABLE A CCESSORIES The oven features 4 support positions for shelves and pans of different height. Some models do not feature all accessories . Chrome shelf: useful for holdi ng cooking vessels. Grill mesh: for placing above grill pan to allow juices to drip into pan below . Roasting/Grill pan: to be used for r[...]
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Instructions for the user 6. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode pr eheating shou ld be carried out at 30/40°C above the cooking temperature. Thi s considerably shortens cooking tim es and reduces power consumpti on, as well as giving better cooking results. Keep the oven door closed during cooking 6.1 Traditional cooking (multifunction models) FUN[...]
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Instructions for the user 44 Multiple cooking is possible as long as the cooking temperature of the different foods is the same. 6.3 Grill cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH . Permits rapid browning of foods. You are advised to plac e the pan in the highest position. When cook ing small items for a short time the pan should be in the highest[...]
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Instructions for the user 6.5 Delicate cooking (in some models only) FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷ 250°C Ideal for pastries and cakes with a liquid surface and littl e sugar and moist desserts in moulds. Excellent result s can also be achieved in completing cooking at the base and with dishes requirin g heat in the lower area in particul[...]
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Instructions for the user 46 6.7 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especially m eat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. TRADITIONAL COOKING SHELF POSITION ( 1 IS LOWEST) TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES (*) FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 - 3 2 - 3 210 - 230 210 - 230 30 40 MEAT ROAST VEA[...]
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Instructions for the user FAN COOKING SHELF POSITION ( 1 IS LOWEST) 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 HAR[...]
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Instructions for the user 48 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE NEVER USE A STEAM JET TO CLEAN THE APPLIANCE. Before carrying out any maintenan ce, switch off the power supply to the machine. 7.1 Cleaning stainless steel To keep stainless steel i n good condition it shoul d be cleaned regularly after use. Let it cool first. 7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning T[...]
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Instructions for the user • Clean the oven gril l and side guides with hot water and non-abrasiv e detergent. Rinse and dry. • The oven should be oper ated at t he maximum temperature for about 15/20 minutes after using specific pr oducts, to eliminate the residues deposited inside the oven. • For easier cleaning, the door can be rem oved (se[...]
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Instructions for the user 50 7.4 Removing the door 7.4.1 Removing doors with mobile With the door completely o pen, lift t he levers A of the two hinges unti l they touch the hinges B and take ho ld of the two sides of the door with both hands close to the hi nges themselves. Raise the door to an angle of about 45° and remove it. If the hin ges ha[...]
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Instructions for the user 7.5 Removing the door glazing The glass in the door s hould always be kept thoroughly clean. For easier cleaning, the door glazing can be fully removed by proceeding as described below. After blocking the door in position as described in point " 7.4 Removing the door ", remove the inner g lass using leverage as s[...]
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Instructions for the user 52 Use absorbent kitchen r oll; remove st ubborn dirt with a damp spo nge and ordinary detergent. Warning: before remov ing the panes of glass, make sure that the door has been locked i n open position as described in points " 7.4 Re moving the door ". This operation mi ght have to be repeated duri ng the removal[...]
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Instructions for the user 8. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE The oven may require additi onal maintenance or replacem ent 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 p ower supply. 8.1 Replacement of light bulb Remov[...]
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Instructions for the user 54 8.2 Oven door seal To permit thorough clean ing of the oven, the seal may be r emoved . Before re moving the seal, take off the door as described above. Once the door has been taken off, lift the tabs at the corners as shown in the figure. After cleaning, refit the seal with the l onger side horizontal and insert the ta[...]