Electrolux EOB 21001 User Manual page 12

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Inner Grill element
The inner grill provides quick direct heat
to the central area of the grill pan. By
using the inner grill element for cooking
small quantities, it can help to save
energy.
1. Turn the oven control function knob
on .
2. Turn the thermostat control knob on
the required temperature.
3. Adjust the grid and grill pan runner
position to allow for different
thicknesses of food and follow the
instructions for grilling.
The grill element is controlled by the
thermostat. During cooking, the grill
cycles on and off to prevent overheating.
Hints and Tips
- The middle shelf position allows for
the best heat distribution. To increase
base browning simply lower the shelf
position. To increase top browning,
raise the shelf position.
- The material and finish of the baking
trays and dishes used will affect base
browning. Enamelware, dark, heavy
or non-stick utensils increase base
browning, while oven glassware,
shiny aluminium or polished steel trays
reflect the heat away and give less
base browning.
- Always place dishes centrally on the
shelf to ensure even browning.
- Stand dishes on suitably sized baking
trays to prevent spillage onto the base
of the oven and make cleaning easier.
- Do not place dishes, tins or baking
trays directly on the oven base as it
becomes very hot and damage will
occur.
On baking:
Cakes and pastries usually require a
medium temperature (150°C-200°C) and
therefore it is necessary to preheat the
oven for about 10 minutes.
Do not open the oven door before 3/4 of
the baking time has elapsed.
Shortcrust pastry is baked in a
springform tin or on a tray for up to 2/3
of the baking time and then garnished
before being fully baked. This further
baking time depends on the type and
amount of topping or filling. Sponge
mixtures must separate with difficulty
from the spoon. The baking time would
be unnecessarily extended by too much
liquid.
If two baking trays with pastries or
biscuits are inserted into the oven at the
same time, a shelf level must be left free
between the trays.
If two baking trays with pastries or
biscuits are inserted into the oven at the
same time, the trays must be swapped
and turned around after about 2/3 of the
baking time.
On Roasting:
Do not roast joints smaller than 1 kg.
Smaller pieces could dry out when
roasting. Dark meat, which is to be well
done on the outside but remain medium
or rare inside, must be roasted at a higher
temperature (200°C-250°C).
White meat, poultry and fish, on the other
hand, require a lower temperature
(150°C-175°C). The ingredients for a
sauce or gravy should only be added to
the roasting pan right at the beginning if
the cooking time is short. Otherwise add
them in the last half hour.
You can use a spoon to test whether the
meat is cooked: if it cannot be