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Contents 1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _______________ 27 2. INSTALLATION _________________________________________ 29 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS ____________________________ 33 4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 38 5. AVAILABLE ACC ESSORIES _______________________________ 39 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 COUL D 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 TECHNIC[...]
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Instructions for the installer 2. INST ALLA TION 2.1 Electrical co nnection Check that the mains vo ltage and power cable ratings ar e 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 For operation on 230V ∼ : use an H05RR-F / H05RN-F type three-core cable (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 H0 5 RR F / H 0 5R N -F type five-core cable (5 x 1.5 mm 2 ). The cable end to be c onnect[...]
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Instructions for the installer 2.2 Installing the oven The oven is designed for installation into any piec e of furniture as long as it is heat-resistant. Proceed accord ing to the dimensi ons shown in Figures 1 , 2 and 3 . For installing under a work top, foll ow the dimensions given in Figure 3 . For installing under a work top bene ath a hob wit[...]
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Instructions for the installer 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 con nected to the oven. Install the oven allowing enough room for the followin g operations to take place. • Connect the[...]
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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 pan el. FUNCTION CONTROL KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET DEFROSTING UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATI[...]
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Instructions for the user 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 reached. When the light flashes, the temperature inside the oven is steady. PILOT LIGHT (GREEN) This light comes on when any of the oven elements is receiving power. 34[...]
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Instructions for the user 3.2 Electronic pr ogrammer LIST OF FUNCTIONS MINUTE-COUNTER KEY COOKING TIME KEY END-OF-COOKING KEY MANUAL OPERATION KEY TIME BACK KEY TIME FORWARD KEY 3.2.1 Clock adjustment When using the oven for th e f irst time, or aft er a pow er fail ure, the display flashes regularly and indicates . To stop flashing, press ke y on [...]
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Instructions for the user Release key to start the programmed cooking 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 showi ng ; keep the key pressed and at the same time, press keys or to set[...]
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Instructions for the user 3.2.6 Switching off the alarm The alarm switches off automatically afte r seven minutes. It can be manually turned off by pressing key . 3.2.7 Minute-counter The programmer can also be used as a sim ple minute counter. The use of the minute-co unter will not interrupt oven oper ation at the end of the set time. By pressing[...]
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Instructions for the user 4. USE OF THE O VEN Before us ing the oven m ake sure that t he electronic pr ogrammer displ ays the symbol (see "3.2.1 Clock adjustme nt"). 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 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 b elow . Roasting/Grill pan: to be used for roa[...]
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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 cons iderably shortens cook ing times and reduces power consumption, 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 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 cooki ng small items for a short time the pan should be in the highest position. Fo r larger items requiring l onger cooking times, the pan should be lower ed to avoid food [...]
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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 requiri ng heat in the lower area in particul[...]
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Instructions for the user 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 VEAL R[...]
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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 7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 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 regular ly after use. Let it cool first. 7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning To clean and preserve the stainless steel surface[...]
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Instructions for the user • Clean the oven grill and si de 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 residu es deposited inside the oven. • For easier cleaning, the door can be rem ove d ([...]
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Instructions for the user 8. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE The oven may require additi onal maintenance or replace ment 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 power supply. 8.1 Replacement of light bulb Remove[...]
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Instructions for the user 8.2 Removing the door Raise leve rs on each hinge A to lock the h inges before atte mpting to remove the doo r. Hold the door on bo th sides with both hands near hinges B . Lift up the door forming an angle of about 45° and remove. To refit, sli de the hinges A into slots in oven frame. Locate the gro oves (figure C) over[...]