Before calling out an engineer to a fault please read the chapter „What to do if...“ as you may be able to resolve the problem yourself. For further assistence contact your local AEG Service Force Centre, see the chapter „Service“.
Please observe this instruction, otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage that may occur. The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to make you aware of the following safety information.
Operating Instructions Intended Use • This appliance must not be used for purposes other than that inten- ded, it must only be used for the cooking, roasting and baking of food in the home. • Only use the appliance to prepare food. •...
Operating Instructions Eco-Insulation In the factory the oven is fitted with eco-insulation. This insulation has been tested for pollutants by independent test institutes and categori- sed as harmless Disposal Disposing of the packaging materials All materials used can be fully recycled. The plastics are marked as follows: •...
Operating Instructions The main features of your appliance • Mains Button: The entire appliance is switched on and off using the mains button. This provides additional safety, if there are children in the house, it is not possible to inadvertently switch on the appliance via the individual switches.
Operating Instructions Description of the Appliance Control panel Mains Button For switching the entire appliance on and off. The appliance is: -switched on when the button is released, -switched off when the button is depressed. Oven Function and Function Indicators Buttons for selecting the required oven function.
Operating Instructions Oven Lighting Button to switch the oven lighting on and off. The oven lighting is switched on automatically when the oven is in use. However, to save energy, the lighting can be switched off using this button and only switched on as required. Temperature Pilot Light The temperature pilot light illuminates while the oven is heating up and extinguishes when the selected temperature is reached.
Operating Instructions Oven Features Shelf Positions There are side rails on both sides of the oven, each of these has 6 shelf positions. At two positions, there are also telescopic shelf runner rails to ease the removal of cooked food. Please note that the shelf positions are counted from top to bottom.
Operating Instructions Oven accessories The oven is provided with the following accessories: Wire shelf For ovenware, cake tins, roasts and grilled items Universal sheet For moist cakes, juicy roasts or as a baking sheet or collecting vessel for fat Grill pan with handle Support for the grill tray as a col- lecting vessel for fat Grill pan tray...
Operating Instructions Oven Functions The following functions are available for the oven: PIZZA & BAKING Using this function you can bake cakes on one level. This function is also suitable for dishes that require more intensive browning and a crispy base, e.g. pizzas , quiche Lorraine, cheesecakes, etc.
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Operating Instructions DUAL GRILL The large grill is suited to the grilling or toasting of flat foods in larger quantities, for example, steaks, cutlets, fish or toast. For this function a second grill element on the roof of the oven is swit- ched on in addition to the small grill.
Operating Instructions Before using for the first time Setting/Changing the Time Following the connection of mains power the TIME function indicator and the temperature/time display flash. You must then set the time. The time can be set with the appliance eit- her switched on or off.
Operating Instructions Changing the Time The time setting can be changed with the appliance either switched on or off. The time set is displayed in the temperature/time display. 1. Press the W button as often as necessary until the TIME function indi- cator flashes.
Operating Instructions Operating the Oven Inserting/Removing the Fat Filter Always use the fat filter when roasting without any covering in open roasting dishes. Inserting the Fat Filter Take hold of the fat filter by the tab and insert the two retainers in the opening on the rear wall of the oven (fan opening) from the top downwards.
Operating Instructions Inserting the Shelf and Sheet The shelf is equipped with two guide rails on the right and left, these must always point down- wards. Inserting the Shelf Insert the shelf such that the two guide rails point downwards. Insert the shelf on the oven shelf runners so that the two holes engage with the two retaining pins on the oven...
Operating Instructions Attaching/removing the grill pan handle The handle is particularly useful for easy removal of the grill pan and tray out of the hot oven. Attaching the handle Insert the handle at an angle from above into the recesses on the grill pan (1), raise it slightly then lower it (2), until it engages audibly.
Operating Instructions Switching the Oven On and Off 1. Switch on the appliance using the mains but- ton. The mains pilot light above the button illumina- tes. 2. Set the required function by pressing the button. 3. The selected function is displayed. A suggested temperature is displayed in the temperature/time display.
Operating Instructions Changing the Oven Temperature Following the selection of the oven function, a suggested temperature appropriate to the function is displayed in the temperature/time dis- play. You can change the suggested temperature if necessary, either before or during baking. Press the + or - button to increase or decrease the temperature.
Operating Instructions Fast Warm Up R Following selection of an oven function, the empty oven can be pre-heated in a relatively short period of time using the function “Fast Warm Up”. Important: Please only place the food to be cooked in the oven when fast warm up is complete and the oven is running in the required function.
Operating Instructions You have approx. 5 seconds to make an entry after the selection of a clock function. At the end of this time, the function indicator for the selected clock function extinguishes and you must select it again. Automatic Switching Off 1.
Operating Instructions Automatic Switching On and Off For automatic switching on and off, both the cook time and the end time must be entered. In the following instructions, the cook time is set first and then the end time. The settings can however be made in the reverse order.
Operating Instructions Changing Automatic Programme Entries You can still change the cook time or the end time during cooking. 1. Using the clock W button, select the COOK TIME or END TIME function. The corresponding function indicator starts to flash. The “Temperature/Time Display“...
Operating Instructions Setting the Timer Countdown The timer countdown operates independently to the oven, and can be set both when the oven is in use as well as when no oven function is selected. 1. If necessary, switch on the appliance using the mains button. 2.
Operating Instructions Switching On/Off the Oven Lighting The oven lighting switches on automatically as soon as the oven is switched on. However, you can also switch the oven lighting on and off manually. The appliance must be switched on using the mains button. Press the oven lighting L button to switch the lighting on or off.
Operating Instructions Oven Child Safety Feature The oven is fitted with a child safety feature. As soon as the child safety feature is enabled, the oven cannot be switched on. Only the interval countdown can be used. It is only possible to enable the child safety feature when all oven functions are deselected.
Operating Instructions Usage, Tables and Tips Baking Use the PIZZA & BAKING, FAN COOKING or CONVENTIONAL oven func- tion for baking. Important! Do not use a fat filter when baking! Cake Tins • Cake tins made of dark metal and coated tins are suitable for CONVENTIONAL.
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Operating Instructions General information • Please note that the shelf positions are counted from top to bottom. • Always place cakes in cake tins in the middle of the shelf. You can also bake two cakes simultaneously using PIZZA & BAKING or CONVENTIONAL.
Operating Instructions Baking Tables Baking on one level Cakes, Biscuits, Bread, PIZZA & BAKING CONVENTIONAL Time Pies Tempera- Shelf Tempera- Shelf Position ture Position Hours: Min. ture from Top ºC from Top ºC Using cake tins Cakes in Pound Cake tins 150-160 160-170 1:00-1:10...
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Operating Instructions Cakes, Biscuits, Bread, PIZZA & BAKING CONVENTIONAL Time Pies Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- Position ture Position ture Hours: Min. from Top ºC from Top ºC Bread Wholemeal bread 220-240 0:40-0:45 White bread 210-230 0:40-0:45 1) Pre-heat oven. The figures printed bold indicate the best oven function and temperature to use in each case.
Operating Instructions Tips on Baking Push a wooden skewer into the highest point of the This is how to tell if your cake cake. When no more cake mixture sticks to the wood, is cooked through you can switch off the oven and utilise the residual heat.
Operating Instructions Table: Desserts Desserts PIZZA & BAKING CONVENTIONAL FAN COOKING Time Shelf Shelf Shelf Tempera- Tempera- Tempera- Position Position Position ture ture Hr.: Min. ture from from from °C °C °C Apple pie 180-190 210-220 180-190 0:45-050 Rice 130-140 2:00-2:30 pudding Fruit 170-190...
Operating Instructions Roasting For roasting, use the FAN COOKING, ROTITHERM or CONVENTIONAL oven function. Important: Use the fat filter when roasting! Roasting Dishes • Any heat-resistant dish is suitable for roasting. • If the dishes have plastic handles, ensure that the handles are heat- resistant.
Operating Instructions Notes on the Roasting Tables Information is given in the table on suitable oven functions, tempera- ture settings, cooking times and shelf positions for various types of meat. The cooking times are for guidance only. • We recommend roasting meat and fish in the oven from a weight of 1 kg.
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Operating Instructions Meat FAN COOKING CONVENTIONAL ROTITHERM Time Shelf Shelf Shelf Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- tion ture tion ture tion ture Hrs. : Min. from ºC from ºC from ºC Prime cuts 0:15-0:20 per 450 g/1 lb -rare 170-180 200-210 150-160...
Operating Instructions Table: Roasting, Casseroles, Au gratin Poultry, CONVENTIO- Quantity Game, Fish, FAN COOKING Time ROTITHERM approx. Vegetables Shelf Shelf Shelf Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- tion ture tion ture tion ture Hr.: Min. from °C from °C from °C Casseroles, miscellan.
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Operating Instructions Poultry, CONVENTIO- Quantity Game, Fish, FAN COOKING Time ROTITHERM approx. Vegetables Shelf Shelf Shelf Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- Posi- Tempera- tion ture tion ture tion ture Hr.: Min. from °C from °C from °C Fish (baked, steamed) 1-1,5 kg/ Whole fish 160-170 190-210...
Operating Instructions Grilling Use the GRILL oven function with a temperature of 300°C for grilling. Important: Always pre-heat the empty oven for 5 minutes before using the GRILL function. It is not necessary to use the fat filter. Ovenware for Grilling •...
Operating Instructions Bio-Functions The low temperatures that can be set on this oven enable meat to be cooked so that it is particularly tender and juicy, yoghurt can also be made, dough proven and fruit dried in the oven. Important: The suggested temperature must be changed for all bio-functions! When roasting at low temperatures you will save up to 20 percent energy than when roasting conventionally.
Operating Instructions 1. Prepare meat as usual (wash, dry, season, tie into specific shape if required, etc.). 2. Select the ROTITHERM oven function. 3. Change the suggested temperature to the browning temperature given in the table. 4. At the end of the browning time, change the temperature to the final roasting temperature given in the table.
Operating Instructions Making Yoghurt Use the CONVENTIONAL oven function for making yoghurt. Ovenware for Making Yoghurt • Use cups or glasses of approx. 150ml capacity as containers for yoghurt, cover will foil or a lid. Shelf Position • Place the shelf in the 3rd shelf position from the top. 1.
Operating Instructions Drying Fruit, Vegetables Use the FAN COOKING oven function for drying. Ovenware for Making Yoghurt • Cover the shelf or baking sheet with grease-proof paper. Shelf Position • You can dry fruit on up to 2 levels simultaneously. •...
Operating Instructions Defrosting Use the DEFROST oven function for defrosting. Important: When defrosting always leave the oven lighting switched on! Otherwise the defrosting time will increase. Ovenware for Defrosting • Place food on a plate and put the plate on the shelf. •...
Operating Instructions Preserving Use the FAN COOKING oven function for preserving. Preserving Jars • Only use commercially available preserving jars (preserving jars with a rubber ring and glass lid) for preserving. • Jars with screw or bayonet tops are unsuitable, as are metal tins. Shelf Positions •...
Operating Instructions Suggested Temperatures Table Oven Function Suggested Temperature PIZZA & BAKING 150 °C FAN COOKING 150 °C CONVENTIONAL 200 °C ROTHITHERM 180 °C GRILL 300 °C BOTTOM HEAT 150 °C DEFROST 30 °C (cannot be changed)
Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care The Exterior of the Appliance Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth and warm water with washing up liquid. • Do not use scourers, caustic cleaners or abrasive items. • In the case of stainless steel fronts, you may use commercially available stainless steel cleaners.
Operating Instructions Oven Shelf Runner Clean the oven shelf runners with hot soapy water. Important! Do not under any circumstances grease the oven shelf run- ner rails. For easier cleaning, the oven shelf runner on the left and right side of the oven can be removed.
Operating Instructions Oven Light Bulb Warning: Before changing the light bulb in the oven: – Switch off the oven! – Isolate the oven from the power supply. Replacing the Light Bulb in the Oven/Cleaning the Glass. 1. Place a cloth on the floor of the oven. 2.
Operating Instructions Catalytic liners The oven is supplied with a catalytic ceiling, catalytic side panels and a catalytic back panel. Catalytic liners are self cleaning and will destroy splashes of food and fats while the oven is on. To aid this process and to ensure continued good performance of the liners, we recommend you run the oven, wit- hout food, once a week.
Operating Instructions Oven Door The oven door on your appliance can be removed for cleaning. Removing the Oven Door 1. Open the oven door completely. 2. Lift up fully the coloured clamping lever on both door hinges (1). 3. Close the oven door around 3/4 of the way, overcoming the resistance (2).
Operating Instructions Oven Door Glass The oven door is fitted with three panes of glass, these are fitted one behind the other. The two inner panes can be removed for cleaning. Warning: Only perform the following steps on the oven door when it has been removed from the oven! When the door is fitted, the reduc- tion in the weight of the door when the glass is removed could lead to the door closing and creating a hazard.
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Operating Instructions Fitting the Middle Door Glass 1. Replace the two separators on the left and right sides of the middle pane of glass. 2. Guide the middle pane of glass at an angle from above into the section on the handle side (1) of the door. 3.
Warning! Repairs to the appliance may only be performed by qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance or for further information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeghome.co.uk.
3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office (manufacturer´s service or authorised agent). AEG reserves the right to stipulate the place of the repair (i. e. the customer´s home, place of installation or AEG workshop).
Guarantee Conditions Special accessories The following special accessories for your appliance are available from your specialist dealer: Catalysis set KTU-LS, 4-part E. No. 944 189 025...
Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Important: Any electrical installation work must be carried out by a qualified electrician/competent person. The oven must be installed according to the instructions supplied. Technical Data Oven Exterior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 60 cm x 56 cm x 55 cm Oven Interior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 31.0 cm x 40.0 cm x 41.2 cm...
Installation Instructions Safety Instructions for the Installer • In respect of fire protection, this appliance corresponds to type Y (IEC 335-2-6). Only appliances of this type may be installed next to a high cupboard or a wall. • Contact protection must be guranteed by the installation. •...
Installation Instructions Electrical Connection The oven is designed to be connected to 230-240V (50Hz) electricity supply The oven has an easily accessible terminal block which is marked as follows. Letter L Live terminal Letter N Neutral terminal or E Earth terminal THIS OVEN MUST BE EARTHED The cable used to connect the oven to the electrical supply must com- ply to the specifications given below..
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