AEG COMPETENCE E4140-1 Operating Instructions Manual

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COMPETENCE E4140-1
The Built-In Pyrolitic Oven
Operating Instructions

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  • Page 1 COMPETENCE E4140-1 The Built-In Pyrolitic Oven Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2: Dear Customer

    Dear Customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully. In particular please note the "Safety"“ section on the first pages. Please retain these operating instructions for later reference and pass them on to any future owners of the appliance. The warning triangle and/or key words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) highlight information that is important for your safety or the function of the appliance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions ..........Disposal .
  • Page 4 Preserving ........... . . 40 Preserving Times .
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions The installation and connection of the new appliance must only be car- ried out by a registered specialist. Where damage occurs the warranty will not apply if this instruction has not been adhered to. The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with recognised technical standards and the German law covering equipment safety.
  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Intended Use • This appliance is intended to be used for cooking, frying and baking food in the home and must not be used for any other purpose. • Only use the appliance to prepare food. • Do not use the oven as a room heater. To Avoid Damaging Your Appliance •...
  • Page 7: Disposal

    Disposal Disposing of packaging material All materials used can be fully recycled. The cardboard container is made from 80% recycled paper. Plastics are marked as follows: • >PE< indicates polythene, as used on the outer covering and the wrappings inside. •...
  • Page 8: Appliance Assembly

    Appliance Assembly Control Panel The appliance is fitted with push-in rotary switches. Oven functions and function display Switch for setting the required oven function. The selected oven function is displayed in the oven function display. Temperature selection and temperature display Switch for setting the required oven temperature.
  • Page 9: Clock Functions

    Clock functions and time display Buttons for setting the clock functions. The time or alarm time is dis- played in the time display. Clock Functions Your appliance has a programmable clock by which you can see the time, use the countdown timer as an "egg-timer“ or set baking and roasting times using the automatic functions.
  • Page 10: Oven Features

    Oven Features Shelf positions There is a shelf support rail on both sides of the oven, with 5 shelf posi- tions on which to insert the acces- sories. Anti-tip device All slide-in units are fitted with an anti-tip device to prevent them being pulled out of the oven unin- tentionally.
  • Page 11: Oven Accessories

    Oven steam vent The steam from the oven is fed directly to the extractor hood via the duct in the rear of the cooking surface. Fan run-on The fan switches on automatically as soon as the oven is switched on. Once the oven has been switched off, the fan continues running to cool down the appliance and then switches itself off automatically.
  • Page 12: Oven Functions

    Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: S Pizza & baking This is the best function for baking cakes on one level. It is also suitable for baking foods that need to be more strongly crisped or browned underneath. These include such foods as pizza, quiche lorraine, and cheese cake.
  • Page 13: Bottom Heat

    F Grill Grilling is particularly suitable for grilling or toasting flat foods, such as steaks, escalopes, fish or toast. The heat is supplied from the grill element on the oven ceiling. Ü Bottom heat You can use this oven function to crisp and brown bread, cakes (e.g., moist cakes) and pastries from below.
  • Page 14: Before Using For The First Time

    Before Using for the First Time Initial Cleaning Before using the oven for the first time you should clean it thoroughly. You can switch on the oven light to make cleaning easier. 1. Turn the oven function switch to Oven Lighting . 2.
  • Page 15: Set The Time

    Set the Time The oven will only operate when the time has been set. When the power supply is switched on, or after a power failure, the function indicator flashes on the clock display D. 1. Using buttons + or - set the cur- rent time.
  • Page 16: Resetting The Time

    Resetting the Time Press button b until the function indicator flashes on the clock display D . 3. Using buttons + or - set the cur- rent time. 4. Wait for 5 seconds. The flashing will stop and the set time will be displayed in the display window.
  • Page 17: Using The Rings

    Using the Rings Also refer to the operating instructions for your built-in cooking unit. It contains important information on ovenware, operation, cleaning and care. Heat settings • Within the range of settings 1-9, it is possible to select 14 heat set- tings (including intermediate positions).
  • Page 18: Cooking With The Rings

    Cooking with the Rings 1. Select a high heat setting to boil/fry. 2. As soon as steam appears or the fat is hot, lower the setting to the required position to continue cooking. 3. To stop cooking, turn back to the zero position.
  • Page 19: Using The Oven

    Using the Oven Inserting/Removing the Fat Filter Always insert the fat filter when roasting uncovered on a shelf unit, on the fat tray, or in an uncovered roasting dish. Inserting the fat filter Holding the fat filter by the tab, insert the two retainers into the opening on the rear wall of the oven (fan opening) from the top...
  • Page 20: Positioning The Shelf Unit And The Universal Baking Tray

    Positioning the Shelf Unit and the Universal Baking Tray All slide-in units have a small bulge on the left and right. This bulge serves as an anti-tip device and must always point downwards. Inserting shelf unit Insert the shelf unit with both guide rails pointing upwards.
  • Page 21: Switching The Oven On And Off

    Switching the Oven On and Off 1. To use, push both the "oven functions“ and "temperature selection“ switches in turn. The switches will pop out. 2. Set the required function by turning the "oven functions“ switch. The symbol for the selected function will appear in the function display. 3.
  • Page 22: Using The Automatic Function

    Using the Automatic Function The required oven function and temperature can be selected before or after setting the automatic function. You can select the following functions: Cook time < Using the cook time < function you can set the time for which the oven is required to operate.
  • Page 23 End time > Using the end time function > you can set the oven to switch off automatically. 1. Keep pressing the button ] until the end time function indicator > flashes. 2. Using the + or - buttons set the time at which you require the oven to switch off.
  • Page 24 Cook time < and end time > combined Cook time < and end time > can be used simultaneously if the oven is required to switch on and off automatically at a later time . 1. Using the cook time function < set the time for which the dish is requi- red to cook.
  • Page 25: Countdown

    Countdown At the end of the countdown ] an acoustic signal will sound. 1. Keep pressing button ] until the countdown function indicator ] flashes. 2. Using buttons + or - set the required countdown. (Max. 2 hours and 30 minutes.) 3.
  • Page 26: Uses, Tables And Tips

    Uses, Tables and Tips Cooking The information given in the following tables is for guidance. The switch setting required for cooking depends on the quality of the pans and the type and quantity of food. Settings for Cooking on the Rings Cooking/ Switch Continuation...
  • Page 27: Baking

    Baking When baking use the pizza & baking S, fan cooking U or conventional O oven function. Important! Do not use a fat filter when baking! Cake tins • When baking with conventional O coated baking tins and tins made of dark metal are suitable.
  • Page 28 General information • Always count the shelf positions from the bottom upwards. • Insert baking trays with the bevelled edge to the front! • Always place cake tins in the middle of the shelf. • Using pizza & baking S or conventional O it is also possible to bake with two tins at the same time.
  • Page 29: Baking Table

    Baking Table Baking on one shelf position Pizza & Baking S Conventional O Type of Cake or Pastry Time Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- For Both Position ture Position ture Functions from ºC from ºC Hrs.: Mins. Bottom Bottom Baking in tins Ring-shaped cakes 150-160 160-180...
  • Page 30 Pizza & Baking S Conventional O Type of Cake or Pastry Time Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- For Both Position ture Position ture Functions from ºC from ºC Hrs.: Mins. Bottom Bottom Fruit flan with shortcrust 160-170 170-190 0:40-1:20 pastry base Tarts baked with delicate fillings 0:40-1:20...
  • Page 31 Baking on several shelf positions Fan cooking U Time Type of cake or pastry Shelf position from bottom Tempera- Hrs.: Mins. ture ºC 2 Levels 3 Levels Baking on baking trays Cream puffs/eclairs 0:35-0:60 160-180 Dry streusel cake 140-160 0:30-0:60 Biscuits Shortcrust biscuits 1/3/5...
  • Page 32: Tips For Baking

    Tips for Baking Push a wooden skewer into the highest point of the To tell if your cake is cooked cake. If the skewer comes out clean, you can switch through off the oven and utilise the residual heat. Check your recipe. Next time use less liquid. Check The cake collapses (is sticky, that you have beaten the mixture for the correct soft in the middle,...
  • Page 33: Table For Soufflés And Dishes Au Gratin

    Table for Soufflés and Dishes Au Gratin Conventional O Rothitherm I Time Shelf Position Tempera- Shelf Position Tempera- Hours: from Bottom ture °C from Bottom ture °C Mins. Pasta bake 180-200 160-170 0:45-1:00 Lasagne 180-200 160-170 0:25-0:40 Vegetables 200-220 160-170 0:15-0:30 au gratin Pizza...
  • Page 34: Roasting

    Roasting Use the rothitherm I oven function or conventional O when roa- sting. Ovenware for roasting • Any heat-resistant dish is suitable for roasting. • If the dish has plastic handles, check that they are heat-resistant. • Large joints can be roasted directly in the universal baking tray or on the shelf unit with the baking tray placed below (e.g., turkey, goose, 3-4 chickens, 3-4 knuckles of veal.) •...
  • Page 35 Notes on the roasting tables Information is given in the table on suitable oven functions, tempera- ture settings, cooking times and shelf positions for various types of meat. The cooking times are only for guidance. • We recommend that only meat and fish with a minimum weight of 1kg should be roasted or baked in the oven.
  • Page 36: Table For Roasting

    Table for Roasting Conventional O Rothitherm I Type of Meat Quantity Time Hours: Weight Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- Mins. Position ture Position ture from ºC from ºC Bottom Bottom Beef Pot roast 1-1.5 kg 200-250 2:00-2:30 Roast beef or fil- per cm of thickness per cm of...
  • Page 37 Conventional O Rothitherm I Type of Meat Quantity Time Hours: Weight Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- Mins. Position ture Position ture from ºC from ºC Bottom Bottom Game Whole piece of hare, up to 1 160-170 0:25-0:40 220-250 haunch or jointed hare Saddle of venison 1.5-2 kg 210-220...
  • Page 38: Grilling

    Grilling To grill, use oven function Z for dual grill or F for single grill with temperature setting z . Important: Always preheat the empty oven with the grill function for 5 minutes! Ovenware for grilling • Use the shelf unit and universal tray together for grilling. Shelf positions •...
  • Page 39: Defrosting

    Defrosting Use the defrost oven function for defrosting. Dishes for defrosting • Put the food on a plate and put the plate on the shelf unit. • Use only parchment paper or suitable cling film to cover the food. Do not cover with a plate or bowl as these considerably prolong the defrosting time.
  • Page 40: Preserving

    Preserving For preserving use the fan cooking U oven function. Preserving jars • Only use commercially available preserving jars (preserving jars with a rubber ring and glass lid) for preserving. • Screw-top jars, jars with a bayonet fastening and metal containers are unsuitable.
  • Page 41: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care Exterior of the Appliance Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. • Do not use scourers, caustic cleaners or abrasive items. • You can use commercially available cleaning agents on stainless steel fronts.
  • Page 42: Side Support Rails

    Side Support Rails The side support rails on the left and right hand sides of the oven can be removed for cleaning the side walls. Removing the side support rails 1. Remove screw. 2. Pull the rail at the back away from the oven wall and pivot towards the front (1).
  • Page 43 Fitting the side support rails Take care when fitting the rails that the rounded ends of the guide rails are pointing forwards! 1. To replace, first insert and fit the rail at the front (1). 2. Pivot the rail towrds the back and insert (2).
  • Page 44: Cleaning With Pyroluxe

    Cleaning with Pyroluxe Warning! The oven becomes very hot during pyroluxe self-cleaning. Keep young children well away from the oven. Important: Before carrying out pyroluxe cleaning the oven must be completely emptied with the exception of the shelf support rails. Also remove the fat filter! If you are using the oven shelf runners obtainable as a special acces- sory, they must be removed before cleaning with pyroluxe.
  • Page 45: Oven Light

    Oven Light Warning: Risk of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light: – Switch off the oven! – Either remove or switch off the fuses in the fuse box. Replacing the oven light bulb/cleaning the glass 1. Remove the right shelf support rail. 2.
  • Page 46: Oven Door

    Oven Door The oven door of your appliance may be removed for cleaning. Removing the oven door 1. Open the oven door completely. 2. Completely fold back the brass- coloured clamping lever on both door hinges (1). 3. Grip the oven door with both hands on the sidesand close it by about 3/ 4 (2) past its resistance.
  • Page 47: Oven Door Glass

    Oven Door Glass The oven door is fitted with four glass panels mounted one behind the other. The three inner panels may be removed for cleaning. Warning: Carry out the following steps only when the oven door has been unhinged! When left on its hinges, the door could rise rapidly due to the lighter weight when the glass is removed and could cause injury.
  • Page 48 Inserting the glass door panels The three removeable glass panels differ in size. They will only fit into the section of the door for which they are designed. Smallest panel - at the bottom Biggest panel - at the top There is printing on the biggest panel.
  • Page 49: What To Do If

    What to do if ..the cooking zones do not work? Check whether – the correct cooking zone has been switched on, – the circuit breaker (at the household fuse box) has tripped or the mains fuse (fuse box) has blown..
  • Page 50 If you call in customer service to resolve a problem listed in these notes, or to rectify a problem caused by incorrect operation of the appliance, the customer service engineer's visit will not be free of charge, even during the warranty period. Should you still have problems after reading this information, please contact your specialist dealer or customer service.
  • Page 51: Technical Data

    Technical Data Oven Interior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 31.0 cm x 40.5 cm x 41.0 cm Capacity (usable capacity) 52 l Regulations, Standards, Directives This appliance meets the following standards: • EN 60 335-1 and EN 60 335-2-6 relating to the safety of electric appliances for household use and similar purposes and •...
  • Page 54: Index

    Index Anti-tip device ..... . 10 Power indicator ..... . . 8 Preserving .
  • Page 55: Service

    Service The section "What do I do if...“ lists some faults that you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. Is it a technical fault? Then contact your nearest customer service centre. (Addresses and tele- phone numbers can be found under "Customer Service Centres“.) Always prepare in advance for the discussion.
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