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Smeg S108X-5 manual

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    Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _______________ 28 2. INSTALLATION _________________________________________ 30 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRO LS ____________________________ 34 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 40 5. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES _______________________________ 41 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 LIGH T 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 TECHNICA[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 30 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical connection Check that the mains vo ltage and power cable ratings are as per th e 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 safe[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 31 For operation on 220-240V ∼ : use an H05RR-F / H05RN-F type three-core cabl e (3 x 4 mm 2 ). For operation on 380-415V2N ∼ : use an H05RR-F / H05RN-F type four-core cable (4 x 2.5 mm 2 ). For operation on 380-415V3 N ∼ : use an H05RRF / H05RN-F ty pe fi ve- co re ca ble (5 x 1.5 mm 2 ). The cable end to be co[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 32 2.2 Installing the oven The oven is designed for installati on into any piece of furniture as long as it is heat-resistant. Proceed accordi ng to the dimensions shown in Fig ures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, follow the dimensio ns given in Figure 3 . For installing under a work top beneath a hob w[...]

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    Instructions for the installer 33 Never use the oven door to lever the oven into place when fitting. Avoid exerting too much pres sure on the oven do or when open. 2.3 Connecting the hob to the oven Once installed, the hob must be connec ted to the oven. Install the oven allowing enough room for the follo wing operations to take place. • Connect [...]

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    Instructions for the user 34 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3.1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grou ped together o n the front panel. The user has only to press the central key for 1 - 2 seconds to enabl e use of the oven on first use or after a power blackout. FUNCTION CONTROL KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired f[...]

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    Instructions for the user 35 THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT (ORANGE) When this light comes on, the oven is he ating up. When this light goes out , the preset heating temperature has been reache d. When the light flashes, th e temperature inside the oven is steady. PILOT LIGHT (GREEN) This light comes on when any of the oven elem ents is receiving power[...]

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    Instructions for the user 36 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, the display flashes on an d off at regular intervals. Pr[...]

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    Instructions for the user 37 3.2.2 Minute-minder This function does not stop cookin g but just triggers the beeps. - When the key is pressed the display 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 lig[...]

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    Instructions for the user 38 3.2.3 Programming Cooking duration time: the 2 nd button can be used 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 se t 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 39 Cooking start: as well as setting a cook ing duration time, the user c an also set the cooking start time (up to 12 hours after the current 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 s econds after the last time the or k[...]

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    Instructions for the user 40 4. USE OF THE O VEN The user has only to press the central key for 1 - 2 seconds to enabl e use of the oven on first use or after a power blackout. 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 manufacturing oily residues [...]

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    Instructions for the user 41 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 [...]

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    Instructions for the user 42 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 (multifunction models) F[...]

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    Instructions for the user 43 Multiple cooking is possi ble 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 th e pan should be in the high [...]

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    Instructions for the user 44 6.5 Delicate cooking (in some models onl y) FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷ 250°C Ideal for pastries and cakes with a liquid surface and little sugar a nd moist desserts in moulds. Excellent result s can also be achieved in completing cooking at the b ase and with dishes requiring heat in the lower area in part[...]

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    Instructions for the user 45 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 46 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 [...]

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    Instructions for the user 47 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 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 clean and preserve the stainl ess steel surfa[...]

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    Instructions for the user 48 • Clean the oven gril l and side guides with hot water and non-abrasive 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 ([...]

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    Instructions for the user 49 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 50 8.2 Removing the door Raise levers o n each hinge A to lock the h inges before attemp ting to remove the door. H old the doo r on both sides with both hands nea r hinges B . Li ft up the doo r forming an angle of abou t 45° and re move. To refit, sli de the hinges A into slots in oven frame. L ocate the grooves (figur [...]