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In the GORENJE line of products, you will also fi nd a wide range of cookers, hobs, ventilation hoods, dishwashers, microwave ovens and built-in refrigerators, which can be coordinated with your new GORENJE steamer.
Contents CONTENTS Note to user Steam cooking Description The Appliance Close-up of control panel Accessories Removable tank Installation Before connecting the steamer Electrical connections Build-in Demo mode Setting the clock Programming for immediate steaming Locking display Water tank control Using the timer Cooking chart Steaming chart Maintenance...
NOTE TO USER Steam cooking Overview Steam cooking presents nothing but advantages if you follow the instructions for use. Healthy and natural, steam cooking preserves the full fl avour of foods. A delicate sauce or aromatic herb seasonings add that something extra that makes the difference.
DESCRIPTION The Appliance Display Control panel Tank Water intake tube Gutter Steam generator Close-up of control panel 1. Duration and temperature selection button 2. Time and temperature adjustment button (-) 3. Time and temperature adjustment button (+) 4. Start/Stop button 5.
DESCRIPTION Removable tank Tank that allows for independent water supply to the steamer. Its capacity is approximately one litre (maximum level). Tap water can sometimes be too hard. Lightly mineralised, still, bottled water will be more effective in cleaning your oven. Using demineralised water is prohibited (not for human consumption).
INSTALLATION Before connecting the steamer Warning Ensure that your appliance has not suffered any damage during transport (deformed seal or door, etc.). If you see any kind of damage, before doing anything else, contact your retailer. In order to easily locate the reference information for your appliance, we recommend that you note this information on the “After-Sales Service Department and Customer Relations”...
INSTALLATION If the steamer malfunctions in any way, unplug the appliance or remove the fuse corresponding to the sector where the oven is hooked up. It is dangerous for anyone other than a qualifi ed person to perform maintenance operations or repairs. Build-in 550 mini 1.
INSTALLATION Demo mode Activating Set the time to 00:00, see “Setting the clock” on page 11. Confi rm with button START. Fig. 1 Press the DURATION AND TEMPERATURE SELECTION and - buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds until “DEMO ON” is displayed.
Setting the clock Press the TEMPERATURE/TIME button until the clock flashes (2 seconds). Fig. 1 Press the + or - buttons to set the time. Fig. 2 Confirm with the START button. Fig. 3 Comments: If the time is not confi rmed using the START button, it is automatically saved after one minute.
Programming for immediate steaming Operating principle The water contained in the tank arrives in the cavity via a pipe. This water is transformed into steam when it comes into contact with a hot surface located in the lower part of the cavity: this is the steam generator. There is no need to add water to the cooking dish.
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Confirm using the START button (Fig. 3). Fig. 3 The symbol STEAM COOKING symbol and °C light up. When the temperature has been reached (appr. 10 minutes), the 100°C display stops fl ashing and a beep is emitted. Programming for immediate steaming with temperature change After setting the cooking duration (Fig.
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When the temperature has been reached, the 80°C display stops flashing (Fig. 4) and a beep is emitted. Fig. 4 Comments: To avoid compromising steaming results, do not open the appliance door during cooking. Changing steaming temperature During steaming, you can adjust the steaming temperature as follows. Press the TEMPERATURE/TIME button until the temperature fl...
Locking display It is possible to lock the display. The lock can only be used after steaming, when the time of day is displayed. Open your steamer door, press the START/STOP button and hold for several seconds. A beep is emitted and a padlock appears on the screen.
Using the timer Timer Your steamer is equipped with an electronic timer that can be used independent of the steamer functions. Press the + or - button for a few seconds. 0m00s flashes. Fig. 1 Set the duration required (max. 59 mins 50 seconds) by pressing the +/- buttons.
COOKING CHART Functions Steaming Examples Temperature Steaming °C Steam cooking mode most often used For cooking fragile food Delicate whole fish (trout) The meat remains iridescent, Cooking delicate fish (sardine fillets, the collagen does not appear red mullet) Cocotte eggs; stuffed tomatoes. Ramekins, custard creams, etc.
COOKING CHART Steaming chart Food whatever the Times °C Preparations Notes quantity Artichokes Placed upside down in the 40 to 45 min. (small) dish For tips only, decrease Asparagus 35 to 40 min. cooking time Broccoli 18 min. In small bunches •...
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COOKING CHART Food whatever the Times °C Preparations Notes quantity Apples/pears/ 10 to 15 min. Whole, peeled peaches • Times depend on Compote 25 min. Fruit in strips ripeness. Custard creams 10 min. In ramekins Northern pike 25 to 30 min. Whole (1 kg) Cod/hake 13 to 15 min.
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COOKING CHART Food whatever the Times °C Preparations Notes quantity 7 min. 100 Boiled: placed directly on the grid. 8 min. 100 Softboiled: placed directly on the grid. Start with very fresh eggs 10 to 12 min. 100 Hard-boiled kept at room temperature Sunny side up: broken in an individual dish placed 5 to 6 min.
MAINTENANCE Caring for your steamer Maintenance Cavity (after each use) Wipe the cavity with a dry cloth after the steam generator has cooled or let the cavity air dry by leaving the door open. Water intake tube (once a month) Remove the water intake tube by turning it toward you.
MAINTENANCE Changing the interior lighting The bulb is located at the back right of your steamer’s cavity. Disconnect your steamer before performing any task on the bulb to avoid the risk of electric shock. • Turn the view port a quarter turn to the left. •...
MAINTENANCE Handling malfunctions You Notice That... Possible Causes What Should You Do? Your display does not light up. Steamer is not connected to • Check that the appliance is power source. receiving electricity (good fuse). • Call the Service Electronic board is not functioning.
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