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Instructions for the user
5.7
Using fat and oil
When using fat and oil in cooking, it is very important to cook at the right
temperatures. Fat and oil will keep their properties intact when used at the
correct temperature. If the temperature is too high, fat and oil begin to smoke
(smoke point) and then burn.
Fat - oil
Butter
Lard
Beef fat
Olive oil
Sunflower oil
Peanut oil
5.8
Operating temperatures
The table below indicates the temperatures corresponding to each plate heating
level
Position
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
The temperatures are indicative; the real value may differ from that indicated by
± 10°.
The data given in the table are indicative and apply to a pre-heated appliance.
The values may vary depending on the type and quantity of food. Place the food
on the plate solely once it has finished pre-heating.
Maximum
temperature (°C)
130
170
180
180
200
200
Temperature (°C)
-
50
80
100
130
160
180
200
220
230
Smoke point (°C)
150
200
210
200
220
235
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