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LOOKING AFTER THE OVEN
MULTI-FUNCTION OVENS ...
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CLEANING THE OVEN
COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS
There are several brands of commercial oven cleaners that are
available from most supermarkets. These products are a spray on
foam and are generally caustic based. These products are fine to
use on the inside of the oven only once the continuous clean lin-
ers are removed.
You can clean the side racks, oven interior, roof liner, oven racks
and trays. Always follow the direction on the product.
Never spray these cleaners onto any stainless steel or white
painted parts of the oven. Be very careful.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR OF THE OVEN
Although the oven is fitted with continuous clean liners, the oven
will still get dirty and needs periodic maintenance.
The interior of the oven strips down for ease of cleaning:
W: Remove all internal racks and trays.
%£ Remove pull-out roof liner
% Remove the side racks
% Remove continuous clean liner panels, side and back
% Lift up lower element cover and remove, (this is hooked over
the back of the lower element, sometimes it is a little difficult to
get out.)
Once the interior is stripped of hardware the cavity and elements
can be sprayed with oven cleaners and wiped clean with paper
towels.
The fan blade on the oven fan gets quite dirty, It is
held on by a knurled nut with a left hand thread. This
blade can be either removed and washed or sprayed
with oven cleaner and sponged off.
Once the oven racks and side racks have been removed they can
be cleaned with scouring pads, like Scotch-brite, steel wool and
abrasive cleaners.
NB. The side racks will easily fit into the dishwasher.
The enamel trays can be cleaned with hot water and detergent
and abrasive cleaners.
CARING FOR THE STAINLESS STEEL FINISH
The stainless steel exterior of your oven is easily scratched and
once marked they are difficult to remove.
Take care of the stainless steel exterior by wiping with a clean
damp cloth and an abrasive free cleaner. Methylated sprits works
well to remove finger marks. There are commercial stainless steel
cleaners available. Be careful they do not polish the surface as
this will leave a mark on the brushed finish of the oven.
PROBLEM SOLVER
CONDENSATION AND STEAM
Often there is a concern from new users to Smeg ovens with the
amount of steam and condensation inside the oven. A greater
level of moisture than is normally expected inside the oven is
normal and helps to keep the food moist during cooking. The
amount of moisture is dependent on the food type, i.e. if it is
fresh, defrosted or still frozen when cooking.
Excessive moisture can sometimes be found and comes from:
% Frozen food or food that is not fully defrosted.
% Not pre-heating the oven.
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Using static ( non fan) functions to cook meat.
% Excessive oven temperatures. Greater than 160-175 "C.
$z Adding extra liquid to increase oven humidity.
W Using a covered roasting dish or oven bag.
Climatic conditions also play a part in oven condensation. Dur-
ing winter it pays to pre-heat the oven longer to reduce conden-
sation.
WATER LEAKS OUT THE DOOR WHEN COOKING
This is sometimes noticeable when the door is opened during
roasting meats. To eliminate this:
Ensure the oven is well pre-heated. Keep the door closed, do not
inspect the food until you are expecting it to be ready. You do not
need to baste nor turn food. The more you open the door to in-
spect or test the food the more condensation will result.
WHAT TO DO IF
THE OVEN WILL NOT HEAT
%£ Check power is on (is the clock flashing 0:00)
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Check the cook is set correctly, not on automatic y
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0.00 )
% Check the O J
symbol is showing on the clock display.
% Check you have both temperature and function selected.
THE OVEN LIGHT WILL NOT GO
The oven light is controlled off the door micro switch. It will
work when:
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Any cooking function is selected.
The oven door is opened.
Always check the oven lamp. Replacing the oven lamp is not
covered under warranty. (See Pg7.)
NO ALARM SOUND FROM CLOCK
The clock has 3 tone adjustments. Refer to Pgl. or Pg2. for notes
on adjusting the tone levels.
THE OVEN SHUTS DOWN
This oven is protected by a safety thermostat. If your oven stops
and the clock goes out giving the impression of a power cut, your
oven may have overheated. The oven will reset automatically
once the temperature in the cabinet has lowered. You will need
to set the oven clock again as it will be flashing (0.00).
If this happens check:
What temperature and cooking function were you using when
this problem occurred? ( using static non fan functions and high
oven temperatures over 200°C for long periods can cause this
problem).
The cavity cooling fan is running. (turn on any cooking function
and feel for air coming out from just under the oven door.
Use the oven again, only if the problem persists should you need
to consider after sales service.
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