Acrylamide in foodstuffs L ong-term timer Setting the long-term timer Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at I ndividual recipes Ž www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop Recording a recipe www.gaggenau.com/zz/store Programming a recipe...
Intended use I ntended use Always slide accessories into the cooking compartment correctly. See description of accessories in the instruction manual. R ead these instructions carefully. Only then I n t e n d e d u s e will you be able to operate your appliance safely and correctly.
Important safety information I mportant safety information Warning – Risk of fire! Risk of burns! I m p o r t a n t s a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n Bulbs become very hot when switched on.
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Important safety information Risk of electric shock! Warning – Risk of serious damage to Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or ▯ health! steam cleaners, which can result in an electric shock. The appliance will become very hot during the Risk of electric shock! pyrolytic cleaning cycle.
Causes of damage C auses of damage E nvironmental protection C aution! T he sections below list a number of energy-saving tips C a u s e s o f d a m a g e E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n and provide information on disposing of your appliance.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance F amiliarising yourself with your appliance U se this section to familiarise yourself with your new F a m i l i a r i s i n g y o u r s e l f w i t h y o u r a p p l i a n c e appliance.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance Display and operating controls Record menu Edit settings These instructions are valid for different versions of the Enter name appliance. There may be minor differences depending on the appliance model. Delete letters Child lock All versions of the appliance are operated in an identical Call up timer menu manner.
– Different things can be displayed in standby mode. symbol appears for important information and The default setting is the GAGGENAU logo and the indicates that an action is required. Important time. information on safety and operating status is also –...
Familiarising yourself with your appliance Function selector positions Position Function/type of heating Temperature Application "Off" position ž Light 50–300 °C Hot air: For cakes, biscuits and bakes on more than one level. Hot air Default temperature 170 °C The fan in the back wall of the oven distributes the heat evenly throughout the cooking compartment.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance Accessories Special accessories Use only the accessories supplied with the product or You can order the following special accessories from available from the after-sales service. They are specially your specialist dealer: designed for your appliance. Ensure that you always BA 016 105 Pull-out system insert the accessories into the cooking compartment...
Once the appliance has been connected to a power Setting the temperature unit supply, the GAGGENAU logo will appear first for approximately 30 seconds. The "Initial settings" The two possible units °C and °F will appear on the menu will then appear automatically.
Operating the appliance Switching on O perating the appliance Set the required heating mode using the function selector. The chosen heating mode and the default C ooking compartment temperature are displayed. O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e If you want to change the default temperature: Warning –...
Timer functions The timer menu closes and the time begins to count T imer functions down. The Š symbol and the countdown appear in the display. Y ou use the timer menu to make the following settings: T i m e r f u n c t i o n s Š...
Timer functions The "Timer" menu is closed and the time starts counting Set the desired cooking time using the rotary down. The symbol and the elapsed time are shown in selector. the display. Press I to start. The appliance starts. The timer menu is closed. The Pausing and restarting the stopwatch settings for temperature, heating mode, elapsing time and cooking time end are shown in the display.
Long-term timer End of cooking time L ong-term timer You can delay the cooking time end to a later time. Example: it is 14:00. The dish requires a cooking time of W ith the appliance in hot air mode, this function keeps L o n g - t e r m t i m e r 40 minutes.
Individual recipes Programming a recipe I ndividual recipes Ž You can programme and save up to 5 preparation phases. I t is possible to save up to 50 individual recipes. You I n d i v i d u a l r e c i p e s Turn the function selector to the required type of can record a recipe.
Individual recipes Change recipe Rotary selec- Select letters You can change the settings of a recorded or A new word always begins with a capital let- programmed recipe. ter. Press briefly: moves the cursor right Turn the function selector to the any type of heating. symbol is displayed.
Childproof lock C hildproof lock H ome Connect T he appliance has a childproof lock to prevent children T his appliance can be networked and controlled C h i l d p r o o f l o c k H o m e C o n n e c t operating it accidentally.
Home Connect Select the Home Connect app and install it on your If the display shows "Network connection successful", mobile device. the connection process is complete. Follow the instructions in the app. Launch the app and set up Home Connect access. The app will guide you through the registration process.
Home Connect Home Connect settings Home Connect can be adapted to your specific needs at Note: You will find the Home Connect settings in the any time. basic settings for your appliance. Which settings the display shows will depend on whether Home Connect has been set up and whether the appliance is connected to your home network.
A detailed RED Declaration of Conformity can be found Note: For further information and details about the online at www.gaggenau.com on the product page for availability of Remote Diagnostics in your country, appliance in the additional documents.
- Date + GAGGENAU logo desired display. - Clock + date The selection is displayed. - Clock + date + GAGGENAU logo Display Reduced*/Standard If the 'Reduced' setting has been selected, only the most important information will be shown on the display after a short time.
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Basic settings Date Current date Sets the date. You can switch between year/ month/day using the symbol C. Temperature unit °C* / °F Setting the temperature unit Language German* / French [...] / English Select the language for the text display Note: The system will restart if the language is changed.
Cleaning and maintenance Area Cleaning products C leaning and maintenance Stainless steel Hot soapy water: Clean using a dishcloth and then dry with a soft cloth. Remove splashes and patches of limescale, W ith thorough care and cleaning your appliance will C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e grease, starch and albumin (e.g.
Pyrolytic self-cleaning Removing the insert grids P yrolytic self-cleaning The insert grids can be removed for cleaning. Removing the insert grids Warning – Risk of fire! P y r o l y t i c s e l f - c l e a n i n g Place a dishcloth in the cooking compartment to Loose food residues, grease and meat juices may catch protect the enamel from scratches.
Pyrolytic self-cleaning Starting the pyrolytic self-cleaning Cleaning accessories with pyrolytic function self-cleaning Gaggenau baking trays and grill trays are coated with a Set the function selector to S. pyrolysis-resistant enamel. However, for an optimum œ symbol is displayed. Press ™...
What to do in the event of a fault Warning – Risk of electric shock! W hat to do in the event of a fault Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out and damaged power cables replaced by one of our trained after-sales technicians.
After-sales service Replacing the oven light bulb A fter-sales service It is possible to replace the oven light. Heat-resistant halogen bulbs (60 W/230 V/G9) can be obtained from the after-sales service or from a specialist retailer. Only O ur after-sales service is there for you if your appliance A f t e r - s a l e s s e r v i c e use halogen bulbs of the same type.
Tables and tips – Eco hot air: T ables and tips Energy-saving hot air mode for cakes, meat, bakes and gratins. Optimal use is made of the residual heat. Convenience functions remain switched off N otes (e.g. the interior lighting). The interior temperature T a b l e s a n d t i p s can only be displayed while the appliance is heating –...
Tables and tips Vegetables ▯ ▯ Oven-roasted or oven-baked vegetables are a good Mix them thoroughly at least once during the alternative to pan-fried vegetables. The different cooking process. Once they are cooked, season flavours become more concentrated and, because them and sprinkle them with fresh herbs to taste.
Tables and tips Meal Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking time Comments in °C heating (mins) Stuffed courgettes, Glass dish/ 2 (3) Recipe tip: Stuff with grated carrot, vegetarian grill tray spring onions, goat's cheese, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper, and sprinkle with parmesan.
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Tables and tips Meal Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Roast potatoes Grill tray 2 (3) 30 - 45* Low-fat preparation. Spread evenly across the grill tray and mix thoroughly several times. Goat's cheese Glass dish/ 2 (3) 8 - 10 Either goat's cream cheese or goat's cam-...
Tables and tips Meal Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Tuna steak Baking tray 2 (3) 8 - 10 Recipe tip: Season Asian-style with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, honey, garlic, chilli and coriander seeds. Fish fingers, Baking tray 2 (3) 15 - 17*...
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Tables and tips Meal Accessory/ Level Tempera- Type of Cooking Comments ture heating time in °C (mins) Pork medallions Glass dish/ 2 (3) 12 - 15* Recipe tip: Just before you take them out the grill tray oven, add a knob of butter and a sprig of rosemary to the glass dish/grill tray and cook all together for a little longer in the oven.
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Tables and tips Meal Accessory/ Level Tempera- Type of Cooking Comments ture heating time in °C (mins) Leg of lamb Glass dish/ 2 (3) 180 - 190 100* Recipe tip: Marinate overnight in a mixture – medium rare grill tray, of olive oil, garlic, rosemary and sliced roaster lemon.
Tables and tips Poultry ▯ ▯ Poultry will turn out particularly crispy and brown if Use a roasting dish or another heat-resistant baking you baste it towards the end of the roasting time dish or tin for dishes that involve adding a lot of with butter, salted water, drained fat or orange liquid to the roast.
Tables and tips Grilling and roasting ▯ ▯ Do not grill food with the oven door open. If you use wooden skewers, they may char. To prevent this, shorten them as far as possible, leave ▯ For grilling, use the grill tray with the wire insert them to soak in water overnight before skewering (depending on the model, this may be an accessory the ingredients or use metal skewers.
Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Recom- Type of Cooking Comments mended heating time tempera- (mins) ture in °C Croutons Baking tray 2 (3) Recipe tip: Mix fresh white bread with olive oil, garlic and rosemary leaves. Avoid using too much oil and wait until you are ready to serve before pouring it on;...
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Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Cakes Cheesecake Springform 1 (2) 160–165 70–75 cake tin 1 (2) 160–165 70–75 1 (2) 160–165 85–90 1 (2) 160–165 80–90 1 (2) 160–165 40–45 Low-cheese cheesecake with 50% quark mixture.
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Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Water sponge cake 26 cm 160** 22–30 Preheat springform (in accordance with cake tin EN60350-1) 26 cm 160** 20–30 Preheat (Appliance width: springform 60 cm) cake tin Water sponge cake 26 cm...
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Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Brownies Baking tray 2 (3) Cut into squares or rectangles once baked. The low temperature means that greaseproof the brownies will stay gooey in the middle. paper 2 (3) 40–45...
Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Temperature Type of Cooking Comments in °C heating time (mins) Foccacia Baking tray 2 (3) 15–20 Top with various ingredients, e.g. herbs, sea salt, olives, anchovies, onion, ham, greaseproof tomatoes or cheese. paper Garlic/herb Baking tray 2 (3) 8–10 baguette...
Tables and tips Dish Accessories Level Temperature Heating Cooking Comments in °C function time in min. Baked apple Ovenproof 2 (3) 190 - 200 20 - 30 Recommendation: Use cooking apples, dish e.g. Boskop. These are particularly well suited for cooking and baking. Summer version: Stuff with ricotta cheese, lemon, honey, cardamom, vanilla and pine nuts.
Tables and tips Disinfecting ▯ ▯ Before you begin preserving the food, the glasses Disinfect the empty jars at 100 °C for at least should be disinfected in the oven to prevent the 20 minutes in the "Hot air" (fan-oven) setting. The food from spoiling.
Tables and tips Meal Accessory/ Level Tempera- Type of Cooking Comments ture heating time in °C (mins) Bread rolls, fresh Baking 250 / 200* 15 - 20 (50 g each) stone Flatbread Baking The cooking time depends on the size and stone thickness of the flatbread Foccacia Baking Top with various ingredients, e.g.
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