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- Page 1 COMPETENCE E5731-4 Built-In Electric Oven Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Dear Customer
Dear Customer, Please read these user instructions carefully and keep them to refer to later. Please pass the user instructions on to any future owner of the appli- ance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning! Information that affects your personal safety. Important! Information that prevents damage to the appliance. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Operating Instructions Safety instructions..........Disposal . - Page 4 Uses, Tables and Tips ..........34 Cooking table .
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Page 5: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions 1 Safety instructions This appliance conforms with the following EU Directives: – 73/23/EEC dated 19.02.1973 Low Voltage Directive – 89/336/EEC dated 03.05.1989 EMC Directive inclusive of Amending Directive 92/31/EEC – 93/68/EEC dated 22.07.1993 CE Marking Directive Electrical safety •... -
Page 6: How To Avoid Damage To The Appliance
Information on acrylamides According to the latest scientific knowledge, intensive browning of food, especially in products containing starch, can constitute a health risk due to acrylamides. Therefore we recommend cooking at the lowest possible temperatures and not browning foods too much. How to avoid damage to the appliance •... -
Page 7: Disposal
Disposal Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recy- cled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. Old appliance The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this... -
Page 8: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the Appliance General Overview Control Panel Oven Power Indicator Hob Cooking Zone Control Knobs Control panel Temperature / Time Display Function buttons Oven Functions Temperature / Time Selection Door handle Full glass door Oven Power Indicator Hob Cooking Zone Control Knobs... -
Page 9: Oven Features
Oven Features Shelf positions Oven steam vent The steam from the oven is fed di- rectly upwards via the duct in the rear of the cooking surface. Top heat and heating elements Oven shelf runners, removable Oven lighting Meat probe socket Fat Filter Oven lighting Fan heating element... -
Page 10: Oven Accessories
Oven accessories Oven shelf For cookware, cake tins, roasts and grilled foods. Oven shelf for non-stick For cookware, cake tins, roasts and grilled foods. Baking tray For cakes and biscuits. Non-stick baking tray For cakes and biscuits. Non-stick roasting tray For baking and roasting or as a tray for collecting fat. -
Page 11: Before Using For The First Time
Before Using for the first time Setting and changing the time The oven only operates when the time has been set. When the appliance has been con- nected to the electrical supply or when there has been a power cut, the function indicator Time flashes automatically. -
Page 12: Initial Cleaning
Initial cleaning Clean the oven before using it for the first time. Important: Do not use caustic or abrasive cleaning agents! These can damage the oven surfaces. For the metal surfaces, use commercially available cleaning agents. 1. Open the oven door. The oven light is lit. -
Page 13: Using The Rings
Using the Rings Also refer to the operating instructions for your built-in hob. It con- tains important information on ovenware, operation, cleaning and care. Heat settings • You may select the heat settings within the range of settings 1-9. • Intermediate positions may be selected between settings 2 and 7. 1 = lowest heat setting 9 = highest heat setting Switch the cooking zone off approx. -
Page 14: Setting The Heat Setting
Setting the heat setting 1. Select the heat setting. 2. To end the cooking process, turn back to the Off position. The corresponding ring pilot light is lit while the ring is operating. -
Page 15: Using The Oven
Using the Oven The oven is equipped with retractable buttons for “Oven functions” and “Temperature selection”. To use, press the relevant button. The button then sticks out. Switching the Oven On and Off Oven Power Indicator Oven Functions Switching the oven on Turn the oven functions control knob to the desired function. -
Page 16: Switching The Oven Off
Changing the oven temperature Use the control knob to raise or lower the temperature. The setting changes in steps of 5 °C. Switching the oven off To turn the oven off, turn the oven functions control knob to the OFF position. -
Page 17: Heat Indicator
Heat indicator Indicates warming up When the oven function has been switched on the bars that slowly light up one after the other indicate how far the oven has heated up. Fast heat indicator When the fast heat function has been switched on the bars that flash one after the other indi-... -
Page 18: Speedcook
Speedcook After an oven function is selected, using the additional function Speedcook time. Important: Do not put the food to be cooked into the oven, until Speedcook is completed and the oven is operating using the desired function. 1. Set the desired oven function (e. g., Conventional change the suggested temperature. -
Page 19: Oven Functions
Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: Oven function Professional hot Conventional Rotitherm Dual grill Grill Defrost Bottom heat Application For baking on up to three oven levels at the same time. Set the oven temperatures 20-40 °C lower than when using Conventional. -
Page 20: Meat Probe
Meat probe For switching off the oven when the temperature at the centre of a roast reaches a set temperature. There are two temperatures to be set: – The oven temperature: See Roasting Table – The core temperature: See Meat probe Table Important: Only the meat probe supplied may be used. - Page 21 As soon as the core temperature set is reached, an audible signal sounds and the oven switches itself off au- tomatically. 7. To switch off the signal, press any button. Warning: The meat probe is hot. There is a risk of being burned when removing the plug and the tip of the meat probe.
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Page 22: Inserting The Oven Shelf, Baking Tray And Roasting Pan
Inserting the Oven Shelf, Baking Tray and Roasting Pan Shelf runner safety and anti-tip device As a shelf runner safety device, all insertable components have a small curved indentation at the bottom on the right and left-hand edge. Always insert insertable components so that this indentation is at the back of the oven interior. -
Page 23: Non-Stick Accessories
Non-stick accessories To ensure that this accessory remains stable and permanently easy to clean, you should follow these instructions: • Do not put accessories into the oven without any food. • Do not place accessories on hot cooking surfaces, as the non-stick properties can be damaged by overheating. -
Page 24: Clock Functions
Clock Functions Temperature / Time Display Clock function indicators Selector Button Change display Cook time To set how long the oven is to be in use. End time To set when the oven is to switch off again. Countdown To set a countdown. A signal sounds after the time has elapsed. This function does not affect the functioning of the oven. -
Page 25: Clock Functions
How to use the clock functions • After a clock function has been selected, the corresponding function indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. During this period, the desired times can be set or modified using the • When the desired time has been set, the function indicator continues to flash for approx. - Page 26 Countdown 1. Press the Select ly until the function indicator Countdown 2. Using the the desired countdown (max. 99.00minutes). The function indicator Countdown When 90% of the time set has elapsed, an audible signal sounds. When the time has elapsed, ”0.00“ and the function indicator flash.
- Page 27 Cook time 1. Select the oven function and tem- perature. 2. Press the Select button repeated- ly until the function indicator Cook time flashes. 3. Using the control knob set the desired cooking time (max. 09.59hours). The function indicator Cook time lights up and the oven comes on immediately.
- Page 28 End time 1. Select the oven function and temperature. 2. Press the Select ly until the End time dicator flashes. 3. Using the the desired switch-off time. The function indicator End time lights up and the oven comes on immediately. When the time has elapsed, ”0.00“...
- Page 29 Cook time and End time Cook time and End time to be switched on and off automatically at a later time. 1. Select the oven function and temperature. 2. Using the Cook time set the time that the dish needs to cook, In this example, 1 hour.
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Page 30: Other Functions
Other Functions Switching off the display You can save energy by switching off the clock display. Switching off the clock display 1. Turn the right and hold it. 2. In addition press the Select ton until the display goes out. As soon as the appliance is switched on again, the display comes on au- tomatically. -
Page 31: Oven's Child Safety Device
Oven’s child safety device The oven is fitted with a child safety device. As soon as the child safety device is activated, the oven cannot be switched on. For the child safety device to be activated, none of the oven functions must be currently selected. -
Page 32: Mechanical Door Lock
Mechanical Door Lock When the appliance is delivered, the door lock is deactivated. Activate the door lock Pull the safety catch forwards until it locks in place. Open the oven door: 1. Shut the door. 2. Press the safety catch and keep it depressed. -
Page 33: Uses, Tables And Tips
Uses, Tables and Tips Cooking table The information given in the following table is for guidance only. Heat Cooking- set- process ting Keeping food warm Melting Solidi- fying Simmer- ing on low heat Steaming Braising Boiling Gentle Frying Heavy Frying Boiling Searing Deep... -
Page 34: Baking
We recommend when boiling or searing foods using the highest heat setting at first and then letting foods requiring a longer cooking time finish cooking on the desired heat setting. Overheated fats and oils can ignite quickly. If you are cooking foods in fat or oil (e.g. -
Page 35: Baking Table
General Instructions • Insert the tray with the bevel at the front. • With Conventional with two tins next to one another on the oven shelf at the same time. This does not significantly increase baking time. When frozen foods are used the trays inserted may distort during cook- ing. -
Page 36: Baking Table
Baking table Baking on one oven level Type of baking Baking in tins Ring cake or brioche Madeira cake/fruit cakes Sponge cake Sponge cake Flan base - short pastry Flan base - sponge mix- ture Apple pie Apple pie (2tins Ø20cm, diagonally off set) Apple pie (2tins Ø20cm, diagonally off set) - Page 37 Type of baking Cakes/pastries/breads on baking trays Plaited bread/bread crown Christmas stollen Bread (rye bread) -first of all -then Cream puffs/eclairs Swiss roll Cake with crumble topping (dry) Buttered almond cake/ sugar cakes Fruit flans (made with yeast dough/ sponge mixture) Fruit flans (made with yeast dough/ sponge mixture)
- Page 38 Type of baking Biscuits Short pastry biscuits Viennese whirls Viennese whirls Biscuits made with sponge mixture Pastries made with egg white, meringues Macaroons Biscuits made with yeast dough Puff pastries Rolls Rolls Small cakes (20per tray) Small cakes (20per tray) 1) Pre-heat the oven 2) Use the drip tray or roasting tray Oven...
- Page 39 Baking on more than one oven level Professional Type of baking Shelf positions from bottom Cakes/pastries/breads on baking trays Cream puffs/Eclairs Dry streusel cake Biscuits/small cakes/pastries/rolls Short pastry biscuits Viennese whirls Biscuits made with sponge mixture Biscuits made with egg white, meringues Macaroons Biscuits made with yeast...
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Page 40: Tips On Baking
Tips on Baking Baking results The cake is not browned enough un- derneath The cake sinks (be- comes soggy, lumpy, streaky) Cake is too dry Cake browns unevenly Oven temperature too high Cake does not cook in the baking time given Possible cause Wrong oven level Oven temperature too high... -
Page 41: Table For Bakes And Gratins
Table for Bakes and Gratins Dish Pasta bake Lasagne Vegetables au gratin Baguettes topped with melted cheese Sweet bakes Fish bakes Stuffed vegetables 1) Pre-heat the oven Frozen Ready Meals Table Food to be Oven function cooked Frozen pizza Conventional Chips Rotitherm (300-600 g) -
Page 42: Roasting
Roasting Oven function: Conventional Roasting dishes • Any heat-resistant ovenware is suitable to use for roasting (please read the manufacturer's instructions). • Large roasting joints can be roasted directly in the roasting tray or on the oven shelf with the roasting tray placed below it. •... -
Page 43: Roasting Table
Roasting table Type of meat Quantity Beef Pot roast 1-1.5 kg Roast beef or fillet per cm. - rare of thickness per cm. - medium of thickness per cm. - well done of thickness Pork Shoulder, neck, ham 1-1.5 kg joint Chop, spare rib 1-1.5 kg... - Page 44 Type of meat Poultry Poultry portions Half chicken Chicken, poulard Duck Goose Turkey Fish (steamed) Whole fish 1) Pre-heat the oven Quantity Ovenfunction 200-250g Rotitherm each 400-500g Rotitherm each 1-1.5 kg Rotitherm 1.5-2 kg Rotitherm 3.5-5 kg Rotitherm 2.5-3.5 kg Rotitherm 4-6 kg Rotitherm...
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Page 45: Meat Probe Table
Meat probe Table Food to be Cooked Beef Rib steak or fillet steak rare medium well done Pork Shoulder of pork, ham joint, neck Chop (saddle), smoked pork loin Meat loaf Veal Roast veal Knuckle of veal Mutton / lamb Leg of mutton Saddle of mutton Roast lamb, leg of lamb... -
Page 46: Grill Sizes
Grill Sizes Oven function: Grill setting Important: Always grill with the oven door closed. The empty oven should always be pre-heated with the grill functions for 5 minutes. • For grilling, place the shelf in the recommended shelf position. • Always insert the tray for collecting the fat into the first shelf po- sition from the bottom. -
Page 47: Defrosting
Defrosting Oven function: Defrost • Unwrap the food and place it on a plate on the oven shelf. • Do not cover with a plate or bowl, as these can substantially lengthen the defrosting time. • For defrosting, place the shelf in the 1st oven level from the bot- tom. -
Page 48: Drying
Drying Oven function: Professional hot air • Use oven shelves covered with greaseproof paper or baking parch- ment. • You get a better result if you switch the oven off halfway through the drying time, open the door and leave the oven to cool down overnight. -
Page 49: Making Preserves
Making Preserves Oven function: Bottom heat • For preserving, use only commercially available preserve jars of the same size. • Jars with twist-off or bayonet type lids and metal tins are not suitable. • When making preserves, the first shelf position from the bottom is the one most used. -
Page 50: Preserves Table
Preserves table The times and temperatures for making preserves are for guidance only. Preserve Soft fruit Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, ripe gooseberries Unripe gooseberries Stone fruit Pears, quinces, plums Vegetables Carrots Mushrooms Cucumbers Mixed pickles Kohlrabi, peas, asparagus Beans 1) Leave standing in oven when switched off Cooking time Temperature until simmering... -
Page 51: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and Care Warning: For cleaning, the appliance must be switched off and cooled down. Warning: For safety reasons, do not clean the appliance with steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment. Attention: Do not use any scouring agents, sharp cleaning tools or scourers. -
Page 52: Accessories
Accessories Wash all slide-in units (shelf unit, baking tray, shelf support rails etc.) after each use and dry well. Soak briefly to make them easier to clean. Non-stick accessories Clean accessories with a soft sponge or cloth in hot water and wash- ing-up liquid. -
Page 53: Shelf Support Rails
Shelf Support Rails The shelf support rails on the left and right hand sides of the oven can be removed for cleaning the side walls. Removing the shelf support rails First pull the front of the rail away from the oven wall (1) and then un- hitch at the back (2). -
Page 54: Oven Lighting
Oven Lighting Warning: There is a danger of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light bulb: – Switch off the oven! – Remove the fuses in the fuse box or switch off the circuit breaker. Place a cloth on the oven floor to protect the oven light and glass cov- Replacing the oven light bulb/ cleaning the glass cover 1. -
Page 55: Oven Ceiling
Oven Ceiling The upper heating element can be folded down to make it easier to clean the oven ceiling. Folding down the heating ele- ment Warning: Only fold down the heat- ing element when the oven is switched off and there is no risk of being burnt! 1. -
Page 56: Oven Door
Oven door For easier cleaning of the oven interior the oven door of your appliance can be taken off its hinges. Removing the oven door from its hinges 1. Open the oven door as far as it will 2. Undo the clamping levers (A) on both door hinges fully. - Page 57 Hanging the oven door back on its hinges 1. From the handle side take hold of the oven door with a hand on each side and hold at an angle of approx. 45°. Position the recesses on the bottom of the oven door on the hinges on the oven.
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Page 58: Oven Door Glass
Oven door glass The oven door is fitted with three panels of glass mounted one behind the other.The inner panels can be removed for cleaning. Important! Rough handling, especially around the edges of the front panel, can cause the glass to break. Removing the door glass panels 1. - Page 59 5. Take hold of the door glass panels on their upper edge one after the other and take them out of the guide by pulling them upwards.. Cleaning the door glass panels Clean the door glass panels thoroughly with a solution of water and washing up liquid.
- Page 60 On the open side of the door trim (B) there is a guide bar (C). This must be pushedThis must be pushed between the outer door panel and the guide corner (D). The clip seal (E) must be snapped in. 3.
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Page 61: What To Do If
What to do if … Problem The cooking zones are not working The oven is not heating up The oven has not been The oven lighting is not operating F11 appears in the clock display An error code not listed above appears in the time display If you are unable to remedy the problem by following the above... - Page 62 Warning! Repairs to the appliance are only to be carried out by quali- fied service engineers. Considerable danger to the user may result from improper repairs. If the appliance has been wrongly operated, the visit from the customer service technician or dealer may not take place free of charge, even during the warranty period.
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Page 63: Service
Service In the event of technical faults, please first check whether you can remedy the problem yourself with the help of the operating instruc- tions (section “What to do if…”). If you were not able to remedy the problem yourself, please contact the Customer Care Department or one of our service partners. - Page 64 From the Electrolux Group. The world´s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world´s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.