Quick guide
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FIRST TIME USE
HEAT THE OVEN
A new oven may release odours that have been left behind during
manufacturing: this is completely normal.Before starting to cook food,
we therefore recommend heating the oven with it empty in order
to remove any possible odours. Remove any protective cardboard
or transparent film from the oven and remove any accessories from
CONTROL PANEL
1.
SELECTION KNOB
For switching the oven on by selecting a function.
Turn to the position
to switch the oven off.
2.
TIMER KNOB
Useful as a timer. Does not activate or interrupt cooking.
ACCESSORIES
The number and type of accessories may vary depending on which model
is purchased. Other accessories that are not supplied can be purchased
separately from the After-sales Service.
WIRE SHELF Use to cook food or as a support for pans,
cake tins and other ovenproof items of cookware.
DRIP TRAY* Use as an oven tray for cooking meat, fish,
vegetables, focaccia, etc. or position underneath the
wire shelf to collect cooking juices.
BAKING TRAY* Use for cooking all bread and pastry
products, but also for roasts, fish en papillotte, etc.
FUNCTIONS & DAILY USE
1.
SELECT A FUNCTION
To select a function, turn the selection knob to the symbol for the
function you require.
OFF
For switching off the oven.
LIGHT
For switching on the light in the compartment.
CONVENTIONAL
For cooking any kind of dish on one shelf only.
DIAMOND CLEAN (Available only on certain models)
The action of the steam released during this special low-
temperature cleaning cycle allows dirt and food residues to be
removed with ease. Pour 200 ml of drinking water on the bottom of the
oven and use the function for 35' at 90°C. Activate the function when
the oven is cold and let it cool down for 15' once the cycle ends.
CONVENCTION BAKE
For baking cakes with juicy fillings on a single shelf. This function
can also be used for cooking on two shelves. Switch the position of the
dishes to cook food more evenly.
GRILL
For grilling steaks, kebabs and sausages, cooking vegetables au
gratin or toasting bread. When grilling meat, we recommend using a
tray to collect the cooking juices: Position the tray on any of the levels
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Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety
Instruction.
inside it. Heat the oven to 250 °C for about one hour: The oven must be
empty during this time. Follow the instructions for setting the function
correctly.
Please note: It is advisable to air the room after using the appliance for the
first time.
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THERMOSTAT KNOB
Turn to select a desired temperature, activating the selected function.
4.
LED THERMOSTAT / PREHEATING
Switches on during the heating process. Switches off once the desired
temperature is reached.
Insert the wire shelf onto the level you require by holding it tilted slightly
upwards and resting the raised rear side (pointing upwards) down first.
Then slide it horizontally along the shelf runners as far as possible. The
other accessories, such as the baking tray, are inserted horizontally by
sliding them along the shelf runners.
* Available only on certain models.
below the wire shelf and add 200 ml of drinking water.
TURBOGRILL
For roasting large joints of meat. We recommend using a tray to
collect the cooking juices: Position the tray on any of the levels below
the wire shelf and add 500 ml of drinking water.
DEFROSTING
For defrosting food more quickly.
2.
ACTIVATE A FUNCTION
To start the function you have selected, turn the thermostat knob to
set the temperature you require. To interrupt the function at any time,
switch off the oven, turn the selection knob and the thermostat knob to
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3.
PREHEATING
Once the function has been activated, the LED thermostat will switch
on signalling that the preheating process has begun. At the end of this
process, the LED thermostat switches off indicating that the oven has
reached the set temperature: at this point, place the food inside and
proceed with cooking.
Please note: Placing the food in the oven before preheating has finished
may have an adverse effect on the final cooking result.
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