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Smeg FA166 manual

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    Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE ________________ 4 2. INSTALLATION __________________________________________ 6 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS _____________________________ 9 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 14 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 15 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 AN 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 QUA[...]

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    Introduction NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: THEY COULD BE ACCIDENTALLY LIGHTED AND CAUSE FIRES. DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELE MENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNI CAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND BRAND NAME IS POSITIONED VISIBLY ON THE OVEN DOOR FRAME. THE PLATE MUST NOT [...]

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    Instructions for the user 6 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings ar e as per the indications provided on the l abel attached to the oven door 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 rules. I[...]

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    Instructions for the user 2.2 Mounting the oven The oven is de signed for mounting into any piece of furniture as long as heat-resistant. Proceed acc ording to the dimensions s hown in Figures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follow the dime nsions given in Figure 1 - 3 . For installi ng under a work top wi th combined heating plates,[...]

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    Instructions for the user 8 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. FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION GRILL ELEMENT IN OPERATION ALTERNATING WIT[...]

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    Instructions for the user 10 THERMOSTAT KNOB Cooking temperature is sel ected by turning the knob clockwise to the desired setting, between 50 ° and 250 °C. TIMER KNOB Lets you choose manual co oking or the timer with automatic turn-off of the oven when done. For manual control of cooking time, turn the knob anticlockwise to the symbol . To set c[...]

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    Instructions for the user 3.2.1 Setting the time When the oven is use d for the first time, or after a power blackout, the display flashes on and off at regul ar intervals. Press the key for 1/2 seconds to stop the display flashing and sta rt 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 cook ing 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 cookin g time, proceed as follows: - Press the key for 1/2 sec onds; the pointer will move [...]

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    Instructions for the user Cooking start: as well as setting a cook ing duration time, the user can also set the cooking start time (up to 12 hours after th e current time). To set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows. - Set the cooking duration time as describ ed in the previous point. - Within 6/7 seconds after the last time the or keys [...]

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    Instructions for the user 14 4. USE OF THE O VEN 3 operations are required to s witch the oven on: 1st: make sure that the timer is turned to “ ”; 2nd: turn the thermostat; 3rd: turn the function selector to any fu nction (the “lamp” setting does not switch on any heating elements). In models equipped with an alogue digital timer, the user [...]

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

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    Instructions for the user 16 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 FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOS[...]

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    Instructions for the user 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 guide. For short-term cooking of sm all quantities, place the grid in the fourth guide f[...]

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    Instructions for the user 18 6.5 Defrosting FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0 The flow of air produced by th e fan ensures quicker defrosti ng. The air circulating inside the o v en is at room temperature. The advantage of defrosting at room te mperature is that it does not alter the taste and appear ance of the food.[...]

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    Instructions for the user 6.6 Recommended cooking table Cooking times, especially m eat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. TRADITIONAL COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW TEMPERATURE (°C) TIME IN MINUTES (*) FIRST COURSES LASAGNE OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 - 3 2 - 3 210 - 230 210 - 230 30 40 MEAT ROAST VEAL ROAST BEEF ROA[...]

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    Instructions for the user 20 HOT-AIR COOKING LEVEL FROM BELOW 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 HARE ROAS[...]

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    Instructions for the user 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Before performing any operat ions requiring access to powered parts, switch off the po wer 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 To clean and prese[...]

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    Instructions for the user 22 7.2 Cleaning of the oven (without self-cleaning panels) For best oven upkeep clean regul arly after having allowed to cool. Take out all removable parts. • DO NOT USE A STEAM JET FOR CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE OVEN. • Clean the oven grill and si de guides with hot water and no n-abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry. ?[...]

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    Instructions for the user 7.2.1 Self-cleaning liners (only on some models) The oven is equipped with continu ous self-cl eaning enamelled liners. These liners make the oven easier to clean and ensure its efficiency ove r time. 7.2.2 Using the self-cleaning liners Periodically, to prevent food resi dues and unpleasant smells from accumulating inside[...]

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    Instructions for the user 24 8. EXTRA ORDINAR Y MAINTENANCE The oven may require extraordinary m a intenance 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, disconnect the p ower supply of the device. 8.1 Replac[...]

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    Instructions for the user 8.2 Removing Hold the doo r on both si des with both hands near hinge s A and raise l evers B . Lift up the door forming an angle of about 45° and remove. To refit, slide the hinges A in the grooves, dr op the door and release le vers B . 8.3 Oven door seal To permit thorough clean ing of the oven, the seal may be r emove[...]

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