Gaggenau BX 481 6 Series Use And Care Manual
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- Page 1 Gaggenau Use and care manual BX 480/481 6.. Double oven...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents U s e a n d c a r e m a n u Safety Definitions Timer functions Launching the timer menu Timer IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Stopwatch Proper Installation and Maintenance Cooking time Fire Safety End of cooking time Burn Prevention Set time functions for both ovens simultaneously Child Safety... -
Page 3: Safety Definitions
Note: This alerts you to important information and/or Additional information on products, accessories, tips. replacement parts and services can be found at www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop www.gaggenau-eshop.com... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The oven door is heavy and fragile. Use both hands to I O N remove the oven door. The door front is glass. Handle WARNING carefully to avoid breaking. When properly cared for, your new appliance has Grasp only the sides of the oven door. -
Page 5: Burn Prevention
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Burn Prevention If materials inside an oven or warming drawer should ignite, keep door closed. Turn off the appliance and DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR disconnect the circuit at the circuit breaker box. INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN - Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. -
Page 6: Child Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Child Safety Other kitchen fumes such as overheating margarines and cooking oils may also be harmful. When children become old enough to use the Keep oven free from grease build up. appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons. -
Page 7: Causes Of Damage
Causes of damage Protecting the environment NOTICES: Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging in line with environmental requirements. ▯ Accessories, foil, baking paper or cookware on the bottom of the oven interior: do not place any accessories on the bottom of the oven interior. Do Tips for saving energy not line the bottom of the oven interior with any type of foil whatever or baking paper. -
Page 8: Getting To Know The Appliance
Getting to know the appliance You will get to know your new appliance here. We explain the control panel and the individual controls to you. You are informed about the oven interior and accessories. Oven NOTICE: Do not place food directly on oven bottom. Operating elements upper oven Operating elements lower oven Do not obstruct oven vents. -
Page 9: Displays And Controls
Displays and controls Symbols Upper and lower oven use is identical. Select your Symbol Function preferred display for the upper oven , the lower oven Upper oven , and both ovens . If you change a setting using the rotary or program selector, the screen will Lower oven automatically display the information for the Show settings of both ovens... -
Page 10: Colors And Display
Colors and display Additional information Colors By touching the symbol, you can call up additional information. For example, information on the heating The various colors serve to guide you in the various function set or on the current temperature of the adjustment situations. -
Page 11: Program Selection Positions
Program selection positions Position Function/type of heating Temperature Application Off position ž Light 120 - 550°F (50 - 300°C) Convection: For cakes, cookies and baked cas- seroles on several levels. Default temperature 340°F Convection (170°C) The fan in the rear wall of the oven distributes the heat evenly throughout the cooking compart- ment. - Page 12 Position Function/type of heating Temperature Application 120 - 550°F (50 - 300°C) To grill flat pieces of meat, sausages or fillets of fish. Cooking "au gratin." Default temperature 430°F Broil (220°C) 120 - 550°F (50 - 300°C) Only the center part of the grill heating element is heated.
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Page 13: Accessories
Accessories Special accessories Use only the accessories included or obtainable from You can order the following accessories from your after-sales service. It has been specially adapted to specialist dealer: your appliance. Make sure you always insert BA 018 105 Pull-out system accessories into the interior the right way round. -
Page 14: Before First Use
After connection to the power, the GAGGENAU logo first appears for about 30 seconds, after which the "First settings" menu appears automatically. -
Page 15: Setting The Date
Setting the date Completing initial set-up The default date appears in the display. The day "Initial set-up complete" appears in the display. setting is already active. ™ Confirm with Set the required day with the rotary selector. Switch to the month setting with the symbol. -
Page 16: Activating The Appliance
‒ There are various displays for the standby mode. compartment floor. Do not cover it with The GAGGENAU logo and the time are set by aluminium foil. A build-up of heat could damage Factory default. Refer to the section entitled the appliance or cause injury. -
Page 17: Setting The Heating Mode And The Temperature
Setting the heating mode and the Quick heat temperature With the "Quick heat" function, your appliance reaches the desired temperature particularly quickly You can operate both ovens simultaneously with in the top heat, bottom heat, and top/bottom heat different settings. types of heating. -
Page 18: Timer Functions
Start with Timer functions The timer menu closes and the time begins to count Š down. The symbol and the countdown appear in the In the timer menu, set: display. Š Timer Stopwatch Cooking time (not in the idle state) Cooking time end (not in the idle state) Launching the timer menu You can launch the timer menu from any mode. -
Page 19: Cooking Time
Start it with Touch the symbol. Using the function, select "cooking time". The timer menu is closed and the time runs. The symbol and the elapsing timer are shown in the Set the preferred cooking time with the rotary display. selector. -
Page 20: End Of Cooking Time
The appliance will go on standby. The screen will Cancel complete process: Set program selection to display the mode, temperature, cooking time, and end of cooking time. The appliance will start at the Note: You can also change temperature and heat calculated time and will turn off automatically once the mode during the cooking time. -
Page 21: Sabbath Mode And Yom Tov Mode
symbol will bring up an overview. This is where Sabbath mode and Yom Tov mode you can select the upper or lower oven. If a cooking time was set for both ovens, the overview will display the lower oven settings on the left and the Sabbath mode upper oven settings on the right side of the screen: With this function, the appliance maintains a... -
Page 22: Yom Tov Mode
The suggested value of 24h at 185° F (85°C) Start with appears in the display. The appliance starts. and the temperature appear in the display. The Sabbath screen will appear as shown. To set Stage 2 cooking time with rotary selector: Touch the symbol to adjust the duration of Stage 2 cooking time... -
Page 23: Core Temperature Probe
Insert the core temperature probe in Core temperature probe the food to be cooked Insert the core temperature probe in the food to be The core temperature probe allows you to cook exactly cooked before you place it in the oven interior. to the precise level you require. -
Page 24: Setting The Core Temperature
Setting the core temperature Notes ‒ The measurable range is 59 to 210° F (15 to Insert the food to cook in the cooking 99°C). Outside the measurable range, "--°F" is compartment with a core temperature probe displayed for the current core temperature. inserted. -
Page 25: Core Temperature Guidelines
Core temperature guidelines Food Core temperature guideline Use chilled food only, not frozen food. The details given in the table are guidelines. Results depend on Game the quality and composition of the food. Saddle of venison 140 - 157°F (60 - 70 °C) For hygiene reasons, critical foodstuffs such as fish Leg of venison 158 - 167°F... -
Page 26: Rotisserie Spit
Food Core temperature Rotisserie spit guideline Other provisions The rotisserie spit is particularly good for cooking Bread 194°F (90 °C) large roasts, such as rolled roasts or poultry. The meat Paté 162 - 167°F becomes crispy and brown. (72 - 75 °C) You can use the rotisserie spit with all operating Terrine 140 - 158°F... -
Page 27: Preparation
Preparation Turn on rotisserie spit Insert both supports in the sockets on the grill Set the desired temperature and heat mode. tray. The drive is on the left. Touch the symbol. Rotisserie use is engaged. Plug the right retaining clip onto the rotisserie spit and screw it in firmly. -
Page 28: Roasting Function
Roasting function Child lock Only with heating type "Roast": The appliance has a child lock to make sure children In the pre-roast stage, the oven heats at full power for cannot operate it inadvertently. approx. 3 minutes. This way, you can cook steaks Notes quickly. -
Page 29: Factory Setting
- Date + GAGGENAU logo play with the rotary selector. - Clock + date The selection is displayed. - Clock + date + GAGGENAU logo Minimized Display screen Minimized*/Standard When is set, only the most impor- tant details are displayed after a short time. - Page 30 Date format D.M.Y* Setting the date format D/M/Y M/D/Y Date Current date Setting the date. Switch between the year/ month/day with the symbol. Temperature format °C*/°F Set the temperature unit Language German* / French / Italian / Spanish / Select language for the text display Portuguese / Dutch / Danish / Swedish Note: When the language is changed, the / Norwegian / Finnish / Greek / Turkish...
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Page 31: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance Area Cleaning agents Door panels Glass cleaner: Clean with a soft cloth and dry with a microfiber cloth. Do not use a glass scraper. If taken care of and cleaned conscientiously, your appliance will stay beautiful and intact for a long time. Display Wipe with a microfiber cloth or a Here we explain how to take care of and clean your... -
Page 32: Removing The Plug-In Grid
Microfiber cloth Self-clean (pyrolysis) The honeycomb-structure microfiber cloth is particularly suitable for cleaning sensitive surfaces such as glass, glass ceramics, stainless steel or During self-clean (pyrolysis), the oven heats up to aluminum (order No. 460770 available from after-sales 905°F (485°C). Thus, remainders from roasting, service or in the online shop). -
Page 33: Preparing Self-Clean (Pyrolysis)
Remove all loose interior parts from the oven (pyrolysis) interior. The slide-in racks are pyrolysis-proof. There must be no objects left in the interior. Gaggenau baking trays and grill trays are coated with ▯ Close the oven door. pyrolysis-proof enamel. To arrive at an optimum... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting You can often easily eliminate problems that may WARNING occur on your own. Before calling customer service, take into account the following information. Risk of electric shock Improper repairs are dangerous. Only an after- sales technician trained by us may perform repairs and may replace damaged connecting leads. -
Page 35: Replacing The Oven Lamp
Replacing the oven lamp Customer service You can replace the oven lamps. You can obtain replacement lamps after-sales service or from trade If your appliance needs repairs, our customer service dealers. Use the same type of halogen bulbs only. is there for you. We work hard to help solve problems ▯... -
Page 36: Tables And Tips
Tables and tips Notes ‒ Do not crowd the wire rack and baking trays too tightly. This guarantees optimal heat circulation. ‒ Always preheat the appliance. Here's how to get the best cooking results. The ‒ For the preparation of bulky foods, you can also cooking times specified refer to a pre-heated remove the side slide-in tray. -
Page 37: Vegetables
Vegetables ▯ ▯ Vegetables from the oven are a good alternative Vegetables are suitable as warm or cold to vegetables from the pan. The flavors are appetizers or vegetarian main dishes, or also as concentrated and the roasting aromas make them side dishes to be served with fish and meat. - Page 38 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Vegetable bake Ovenproof 2 (3) 390 (200) 20 - 30 Pre-cook/blanch vegetables and other dish ingredients. Veggie burgers, Baking tray 2 (3) 430 (220) 12 - 15* frozen + grease- proof paper...
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Page 39: Side Dishes And Dishes
Side dishes and dishes ▯ ▯ The best side dishes from the oven are based on Dishes that are suited for preparation in the oven potatoes, for example potatoes au gratin. are especially dishes that are gratinated, such as However, other outstanding side dishes can also casseroles and gratins. - Page 40 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Mozzarella sticks, Baking tray 2 (3) 355 (180) frozen + grease- proof paper Feta Baking 2 (3) 480 (250) Recipe tip: put in a pan with oil, toma- sheet toes, onions, garlic, and rosemary and season with salt and pepper.
- Page 41 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Tarte flambee, Baking 2 (3) 480 (250) 8 - 10 Recipe tip: classic or with fresh goat fresh sheet cheese, Parma ham, figs, and pring onions.
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Page 42: Fish
Fish ▯ ▯ Fish should (for hygienic reasons) have a core For fillets with skin: if you place the fish skin-side temperature of at least 144 - 158°F (62 - 70 °C) up, the structure and aroma will be retained after cooking. -
Page 43: Meat
Meat ▯ ▯ For better results, use the core temperature Use the wire rack or the roasting dish for a large sensor. For notes and optimal target roast and for types of preparation that generate a Core temperature sensor temperatures, see the lot of liquid for roasting. - Page 44 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Rolled pork Glass/grill 2 (3) 445 / 355 65 - 70*** tray (230 / 180) Wire rack + 2 (3) 445 / 355 75 - 80*** Grill tray (230 / 180) Veal...
- Page 45 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Meatballs Baking tray 2 (3) 390 (200) 25 - 30 Recipe tip: very good for further combi- (25 g each) nations, e.g. meatballs with tomato Grease- sauce, Swedish meatballs, Königs- proof paper...
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Page 46: Poultry
Poultry ▯ ▯ For better results, use the core temperature When cooking duck or goose, pierce the skin on sensor. Do not place it in the middle (hollow the underside of the wings to allow the fat to run space), but rather between the belly and upper out. -
Page 47: Grilling And Roasting
Grilling and roasting ▯ remain succulent and juicy. Always grill steaks Grill only with a closed oven door. unsalted. Place the pieces to be grilled directly ▯ Use the grill tray with inlaid shelf for grilling on the wire rack. (depending on the version, accessory or special ▯... -
Page 48: Cakes And Cookies
Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Cooking "au gratin" Springform 2 (3) 430 - 480 4 - 5** Remain near the appliance so that the cake pan (220 - 250) gratin does not burn. Dried plums Baking tray 3 (4) - Page 49 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Sponge cake Springform 2 (3) 320 - 340 50 - 60 cake pan (160 - 170) 2 (3) 320 - 340 50 - 60 (160 - 170) Loaf cakes Loaf pan 2 (3)
- Page 50 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Cake base Springform 2 (3) 355** (180**) 22 - 30 Pre-heat cake pan ø (according to 26 cm EN60350-1) Springform 2 (3) 300 - 355** 20 - 45 Pre-heat cake pan ø...
- Page 51 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Brownies Baking tray 2 (3) 250 (120) 60 - 65 After baking, cut into squares. Typical is that the consistency is still a bit Grease- sticky.
- Page 52 Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Foccacia Baking tray 2 (3) 410 (210) 15 - 20 Top with various ingredients, e.g. with herbs, sea salt, olives, sardines, Grease- onions, ham, tomatoes or cheese. proof paper Garlic/herb Baking tray...
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Page 53: Raising Dough
Raising dough ▯ ▯ Place the bowl with the dough on the wire rack. For small quantities of dough, for noodles or rolls, Select the "dough proofing" heating function. you can set the temperature to 105 - 115°F (40 - 45 °C). ▯... -
Page 54: Thawing
Thawing ▯ After half the defrost time has elapsed, turn the meat or fish. Separate defrosted food in pieces, ▯ e.g. berries or pieces of meat. Fish does not have For this, use the "defrost" heating function. to defrost all the way; it is sufficient if the surface ▯... -
Page 55: Boiling Down
Boiling down ▯ ▯ If possible, cook food immediately after purchase Open the cooking compartment door after the or harvesting. Longer storage decreases the cooking time has elapsed. Do not remove the vitamin content and can cause spoilage. canning jars from the appliance until they have completely cooled down. -
Page 56: Drying
Drying ▯ ▯ Drying is a preservation method with which, Place the prepared food on a roasting dish or tray through the feeding in of dry heat, up to 50% of covered with greaseproof paper. During the the liquid in food is removed. At the same time, drying process, turn the food every now and then. -
Page 57: Baking Stone
Baking stone ▯ ▯ You need the special accessory baking stone and When baking bread, we recommend using the heating element. core temperature sensor. Insert the core temperature sensor in the deepest part of the ▯ Whether crispy pizza or fresh bread – with the dough. -
Page 58: Roasting Dish
Roasting dish ▯ Tip: Instead of adding the fat to the roasting dish, You need the special accessory roasting dish and oil the meat. This ensures a direct heat transfer. heating element. ▯ ▯ Cooking liquids reduce down quickly. Make sure In the roasting dish, you can also braise large there is always sufficient cooking liquid. -
Page 59: Acrylamide In Foodstuffs
Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Observations in °F (°C) heating time in min. Stuffed peppers, Roasting 390 (200) Recipe tip: fill with cooked rice, Ebly vegetarian dish wheat or lentils and onions, cheese, herbs and spices. Chili con carne Roasting 430 / 265* Searing... - Page 60 Gaggenau BSH Home Appliance Corporation 1901 Main Street, Suite 600 Irvine, CA 92614 +1.877.442.4436 www.gaggenau-usa.com Gaggenau Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY...
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