YOUR OVEN Your oven Introduction Control panel Description Guide rails/Telescopic guide rails Accessories Door Cooling fan Main functions Keys Navigation Initial use What to do first Operation Selecting your function Functions settings mode Progress mode Finish display Changing settings during the progress Functions table Steam function Steam tables...
YOUR OVEN Introduction Congratulations on choosing this ASKO steam oven. This product is designed to offer simple operation and optimum user-friendliness. The oven has a wide range of settings, enabling you to select the correct cooking method every time. This manual shows how you can best use this oven. In addition to information about operating the oven, you will also find background information that may be useful when using the appliance.
YOUR OVEN Description Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1 1. Control panel 2. Water reservoir cover 3. Oven levels 4. Oven door 5. Door handle Guide rails/Telescopic guide rails • The oven has four or five guide rails (Level 1 to 4/5), depending on the model.
YOUR OVEN Accessories Your appliance is accompanied by a range of accessories, depending on the model. Only use original accessories; they are specially suited to your appliance. Note: not all accessories are suitable/available for every appliance (it may also differ by country). When purchasing, always provide the exact identification number of your appliance.
YOUR OVEN Accessories that can be supplied with your appliance (depending on the model) • The steam dishes can be used simultaneously on two levels (i.e., the non-perforated steam dish on Level 1 and the perforated steam dish on Level 2). •...
YOUR OVEN Defrost Manual defrost Steam Steam Steam - low temperature Regenerate Sous vide Warming Plate warming Keep warm Steam clean Keys In the table below you can find the discription of the different keys. Keys Description of the keys On/off key and stop key - Press short: cancel operation or go one step back in the menu.
YOUR OVEN Navigation key right - To move the active area to the right. Plus key - To open or exit the settings menu (in standby- mode). - To open or exit the plus menu with the extra options possible at that moment (in on-mode). Child lock - Press and hold the left navigation key and right navigation key simultaniously to lock the appliance.
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YOUR OVEN feedback bar. Also the function settings mode will become active (grey background). In this activated area you can select your settings using the selection knob. STEAM l STEAM 14:30 °C Within every menu the navigation is as follows: •...
INITIAL USE What to do first • Clean the oven interior and accessories with hot water and washing-up liquid. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents, abrasive sponges and similar. • The oven will emit a particular odor when it is used for the first time; this is normal.
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INITIAL USE Setting the time TIME l HOUR 1. Turn the selection knob and change the hours. 2. Confirm this setting by pressing the right navigation key or by pressing the selection knob. 3. Turn the selection knob and change the minutes. 4.
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INITIAL USE Test strip French German Display number/colour Type hardness (°df) hardness (°dH) of the bars 4 green bars Very soft water 0 - 90 0 - 9 0 - 5 1 red bar Soft water 90 -178 9 - 18 5 - 10 2 red bars Rather hard water...
OPERATION Selecting your function Select a function appropriate for the meal you are cooking. Consult the table in chapter ‘Functions table’ to see which functions are available. • Go directly to the progress mode by pressing the confirm key (this key is blinking if it is possible to start the program).
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OPERATION 5. Confirm the setting by pressing the right navigation key or by pressing the selection knob. The next sub-function setting becomes active. STEAM l COOKING TIME 14:30 °C ▷ The timer icon shows that there is no timer necessary for this function.
OPERATION Progress mode • Left side on the screen, the temperature is displayed (if the set temperature is not reached, the temperature will switch between cavity temp (grey) and set temp (white)). If the set temp is reached a pop-up will appear ‘set temperature is reached’. •...
OPERATION Add extra time 1. Press the right navigation key to select ‘Add extra time’. 2. The time setting becomes active and can be changed directly by rotating the selection knob. 3. Confirm by means of the confirm key. The previous process is activated again Save as favourite 1.
Functions table Consult the table to choose the desired function. Also consult the instructions for preparation on the dish packaging. • Only use glass dishes that can withstand temperatures of 275 °C. Function Description Oven functions Bottom Heat • Heating only by means of the lower heating element.
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Function Description Steam - Low temperature • Heating by means of steam. • See chapter ‘Steam function’ for more information. • Steam is sprayed into the oven cavity at regular intervals. • This menu can be used to steam vegetables and fish, to keep food warm and defrost food.
Function Description Programs and Favourites • ‘Programs’: for baking and roasting. Select a dish from a list of pre-programmed dishes. • Favourites: Select your own stored recipes. Warming • Plate warming • Keep warm Steam function Steam cooking Healthy and natural, steam cooking retains the colour and taste of the dish.
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Sous vide Using the sous vide steam function: • Vacuuming ▷ First vacuum the food in plastic using a vacuuming machine. This process removes most of the air from the plastic bag. The bag preserves nutrients and taste during cooking, resulting in food that is juicier, softer and tastier.
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Any water remaining in the steam system after cooking will be pumped back into the water reservoir. Empty, clean and dry the water reservoir after using the steam function. Only fill the reservoir just prior to using it! EN 23...
Steam tables Steam and Low temperature steam Use the settings and times in this table as guide lines for steaming. Always fill the water tank with fresh water to the maximum level. Time Dish Temperature Accessory (shelf level) (min.) Broccoli Florets 100 °C 12 - 16 Perforated steam dish (2)
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Sous Vide table Sous Vide cooking is cooking vacuum-packed food at low constant temperature over a long period of time. Dish Temperature Time (min.) Accessory (shelf level) Beef fi llet medium (4 cm thickness) 60 °C 110 - 120 Oven rack (2) Beef fi llet well done (4 cm thickness) 65 °C 90 - 100...
Settings menu The settings menu is only available by pressing the ‘plus key’ when the appliance is in standby mode. Setting Description General Language Time Date Sound Display Brightness Clock size Night mode Appliance to stand-by mode Cooking Default program intensity Steam Preheat settings System...
• Clock size (small / large) • Standby (auto switch off / manually switch off) Changing to manually switch off will increase energy consumption. If the oven is switched off manually (or when an interruption of the power supply occurs) this function will be reset (the display will automatically switch off).
+ Menu Description Icon Delayed start The cooking process will start automatically and will be finished at the preferred time. Only available if a cooking time is set, not available in combination with preheat. Add to favourites To add the settings for the cooked dish to your favourites (see chapter ‘Finish display’).
Activate the fast preheat in the plus menu. 1. Press the plus key (in the ‘Function settings mode’). 2. Select ‘Fast preheat’ by pressing the right navigation key. 3. Press the confirm key to activate fast preheat. The small preheat icon will be shown next to the current time. ▷...
Stage cooking This function allows you to combine up to three functions in one cooking process. Select different functions and settings to compose the cooking process of your preference. 1. Press the plus key (in the ‘Function settings mode’). 2. Select ‘Stage cooking’ by pressing the right navigation key. 3.
Programs and Favourites Automatic programs • You can use ‘automatic programs’ for baking and roasting by selecting a dish from a list of pre-programmed dishes. First select the type of dish and then the dish itself from the available list. •...
Child lock The oven’s control panel can be locked by means of the Child Safety Lock, to protect the oven against unintended use. 1. Press and hold the left navigation key and the right navigation key simultaniously. The appliance will go into key lock mode. A pop-up will be shown. After 3 seconds the ‘Key lock is active’...
CLEANING Cleaning the appliance Clean the oven regularly to prevent fat and food particles from accumulating, especially on the surfaces of the interior and the exterior, the door and the seal. • Activate the child lock (to prevent that the appliance is switched on accidentally).
CLEANING Cleaning the water tank filter If the water tank filter is dirty, you can clean it under the tap. 1. Remove the suction tube with the filter. 2. Clean it out under the tap and put it back into position. Ensure that the filter touches the base of the water tank.
CLEANING optimum hygienic state. Therefore food’s good taste is preserved and the appliance’s service life is extended. • Water is used for the steaming process. Water contains calcium and magnesium. Heat causes the water to condense, leaving a mineral deposit (not harmful to humans). •...
CLEANING 1. Remove the four screws from the cover panel. Remove the cover panel, the glass and the sealing ring. 2. Remove the faulty halogen lamp and replace it with a new one. 3. Replace the cover panel, the glass and the sealing ring. Attention: The sealing ring needs to fit perfectly in the oven wall recess.
CLEANING Install the oven door 1. Hold the door at an angle of approximately 45° in front of the oven. 2. Insert the hinges into the slots and make sure they are both positioned correctly. 3. Open the door to the fully open position. 4.
SOLVING PROBLEMS General If you have problems with your oven, then consult the error overview below. Should the problems persist, then please contact the Customer Services Department. The food stays raw • Check whether the timer has been set and you have pressed the ‘confirm key’.
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Repairs should only be performed by a qualified service technician. If maintenance is required, then remove the mains plug from the socket and contact the ASKO customer service. Have the following information to hand when you call: • The model number and serial number (stated on the inside of the oven door) •...
YOUR OVEN AND THE ENVIRONMENT Disposal of the appliance and packaging This product is made from sustainable materials. However, the appliance must be disposed of responsibly at the end of its useful life. The government can provide you with information about this. The packaging of the appliance can be recycled.
COOKING TEST Food tested in compliance with the EN 60350-1 standard OS8487S / OS8487A Steaming Dish Equipment Guide (from Temperature Cooking time System the bottom) (°C) (min) Broccoli, fresh; one dish Perforated steam dish + 22-27 baking tray as drip tray Broccoli, fresh;...
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The appliance identification card is located on the inside of the appliance. When contacting the service department, have the complete type number to hand. You will find the addresses and phone numbers of the service organisation on the guarantee card. *597518* 597518...
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