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Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE ________________ 4 2. INSTALLATION __________________________________________ 6 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS _____________________________ 8 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 18 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 19 6. COOKING HINTS ______________________[...]
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Introduction 1. INSTRUCTIONS 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 AN D ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY Q[...]
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Introduction NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: THEY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY CATCH LIGH T AND CAUSE FIRES. DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. TO A VOID BURNS AND SCALDS CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND BRAND NAME IS POS[...]
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Instructions for the installer 6 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 safety[...]
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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 th e 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 c[...]
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Instructions for the user 8 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grou ped together o n the front panel. Before using the oven check that the electr onic programmer 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 [...]
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Instructions for the user THERMOSTAT CONTROL KNOB Cooking temperature is selected by turning the knob clockwise to the desired setting, b etween 50 ° and 250 °C. FUNCTION CONTROL KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to sel ect desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATED HEATING ELEMENT DEFROSTING UP[...]
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Instructions for the user 10 TIMER KNOB Lets you choose man ual cooking or the timer with automatic turn-off of the oven when done. For manual control of cook ing 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 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 an d off at regular intervals. Pres[...]
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Instructions for the user 12 3.2.2 Minute-minder This function does not stop cookin g but just triggers the beeps. - When the key is pressed the d isplay 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 li[...]
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Instructions for the user 3.2.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be us ed to set the cooking time. Before setting it, turn the thermostat to the cook ing temperature of choice and the function selector knob to any setting. To set the cooking time, proceed as follows: - Press the key for 1/2 seconds; the pointer will move to po[...]
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Instructions for the user 14 Cooking start: as well as setting a cook ing duration time, the user can also set the cooking end tim e (up to 12 hours after the curr ent time). To set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows. - Set the cooking durati on time as described in the previous point. - Within 6/7 seconds after the last time the or key[...]
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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 the oven for th e first time, or after a power fail ure, the display flashes regularl y and indicates . To stop flashing, press key on the [...]
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Instructions for the user 16 pressed and at the same tim e, press keys or to set the cooki ng time. Release key to start the prog rammed cooking time count. 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 stop the ov en. By pressing key , the display lights u[...]
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Instructions for the user By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key pressed and at the same time press keys or By releasing the key , the programmed count starts and the symbols and appear on the monitor. After programming the minute-counter, the display will show the right time. to display rema ining time, press key . Wrong settings are p[...]
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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-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. 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 AILABL E 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 holding cooking vessels. Grill mesh: for placing above grill pa n to allow juices to drip into pan below . Roasting/Grill pan: to be used for roa[...]
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Instructions for the user 20 6. COOKING HINTS In fan-assisted mode preheating s hould be carried o ut at 30/40°C above the cooking temperature. This consi derably shortens cooking times and reduces power consumption, as well as giving better cooking results. Keep the oven door closed during cooki ng 6.1 Traditional cooking FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOST[...]
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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, including different types of food (fish, meat etc.), with out the tastes and smells mingling. Air circulation in the oven ensures a uniform dist ribution of heat. Multiple cooking is possi ble as long as [...]
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Instructions for the user 22 6.4 Fan grilling FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 200 Ensures uniform heat distrib ution with greater heat pe netration 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 door closed duri[...]
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Instructions for the user 6.6 Defrosting FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0 The flow of air produced by the fan ensures quicker defrosting. The air circulating inside the ov en is at room temperature. The advantage of defrosting a t 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, 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 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 regularl y after use. Let it cool first. 7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning To[...]
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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 28 8. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE The oven may require additi onal main tenance 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, di sconnect the power supply. 8.1 Replacement of light bulb Re[...]
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Instructions for the user 8.2.2 With pins Open the door completely and insert the pins (suppl ied) into the holes from the inside. Close the door to an angle of about 45° and lift it off. To reassemble, fit the hi nges into their grooves, then lo wer the door into place and extract the pins. 8.3 Removing the door glazing The glass in the door sho [...]
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Instructions for the user 30 1) 2) 3) Use absorbent kitchen ro ll; remove stubborn dirt with a damp sponge and ordinary detergent. Warning: before removing the panes of glass, make sure that the door has been locked in open position as descr ibed in point “ 8.2 Removi ng the door . This operation might have to be repeated during the removal proce[...]