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Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety instructions Electrical safety • This appliance must be only connected by a registered electrician. • In the event of a fault or damage to the appliance: Take the fuses out or switch off. • Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out by qualified service engineers. Considerable danger may result from improper repairs.
Description of the Appliance • Rough handling, especially around the edges of the front panel, can cause the glass to break. • Do not store any flammable materials inside the oven. These could ignite when the oven is switched on. •...
Description of the Appliance Control Panel Oven Power Indicator Temperature Pilot Light Time display Clock function buttons Oven Functions Temperature selector Oven Features Top heat and heating elements Oven lighting Shelf positions Fan heating element Oven shelf runners, removable...
Before Using for the first time Oven accessories Oven shelf For cookware, cake tins, roasts and grilled foods. Baking tray For cakes and biscuits. Roasting Pan For baking and roasting or as a pan for collect- ing fat. Before Using for the first time Setting and changing the time The oven only operates when the time has been set.
Before Using for the first time 2. Using the button, set the current time. After approx. 5 seconds, the flashing stops and the clock displays the time set. The appliance is now ready to use. The time can only be changed if no automatic function (Duration or End ) has been set.
Using the Oven Using the Oven Switching the Oven On and Off Temperature Pilot Light Oven Power Indicator Oven Functions Temperature selector 1. Turn the oven functions dial to the desired function. 2. Turn the temperature selector to the desired temperature. The power indicator is lit as long as the oven is in operation.
Using the Oven Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: Oven function Application Light Using this function you can light up the oven interior, e.g. for cleaning. True fan For baking on up to three oven levels at the same time. Set the oven temperatures 20-40 °C lower than when using Conventional.
Using the Oven Inserting the oven shelf: Insert the oven shelf so that the feet point downwards. Push the oven shelf between the guide bars of the selected oven level. The high rim around the oven shelf is an addi- tional device to prevent cookware from slip- ping.
Using the Oven Minute minder To set a countdown. A signal sounds after the time has elapsed. This function does not affect the functioning of the oven. Duration To set how long the oven is to be in use. To set when the oven is to switch off again. Time of day To set, change or check the time (See also section “Before Using for the First Time”).
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Using the Oven Minute minder 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator Minute minder flash- 2. Using the button set the desired Countdown (max. 2 hours 30 minutes). After approx. 5 seconds the display shows the time remaining. The function indicator Minute minder lights When the time has elapsed, the function indi-...
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Using the Oven Duration 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator Duration flashes. 2. Using the button set the desired cook- ing time. After approx. 5 seconds the display returns to showing the current time. The function indica- tor Duration lights up.
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Using the Oven 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator End flashes. 2. Using the button set the desired switch-off time. After approx. 5 seconds the display returns to showing the current time. The function indicator End lights up.
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Using the Oven Duration and End combined Duration and End can be used simultaneously, if the oven is to be switched on and off automatically at a later time. 1. Using the Duration function, set the time re- quired for cooking the dish. In this example, 1 hour.
Uses, Tables and Tips Uses, Tables and Tips Baking Oven function: True fan Baking tins • For True fan bright metal tins are suitable. Oven levels • With True fan you can bake on up to 3 baking trays at the same time: 1 baking tray: for example, oven level 3 1 baking tin:...
Uses, Tables and Tips How to use the baking tables The tables give the required temperature settings, baking times and oven shelf levels for a selection of typical dishes. • Temperatures and baking times are for guidance only, as these will depend on the consistency of pastry, mixture or dough, the number and the type of baking tin.
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Uses, Tables and Tips True fan Time Cakes, Shelf- Temperature Biscuits, Bread, Pies Hr. : Min. position ºC Macaroons 1 / 4 140-150 0:25-0:35 Apple strudel 170-180 0:30-0:50 Choux pastry buns 1 / 4 160-170 0:20-0:35 Buns / cup cakes 1 / 4 150-160 0:25-0:35...
Uses, Tables and Tips Tips on baking Baking results Possible cause Remedy The cake is not browned Wrong oven level Place cake lower in the oven enough at the bottom The cake sinks (becomes Oven temperature too high Use a slightly lower setting soggy, lumpy, streaky) Baking time too short Set a longer baking time...
Uses, Tables and Tips Roasting Oven function: True fan or Rotitherm Roasting dishes • Any heat-resistant ovenware is suitable to use for roasting (please read the manufac- turer'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.
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Uses, Tables and Tips Tempera- Shelf Time Meat Oven function ture position Hr. : Min. °C -well done Rotitherm 150-160 0:30-0:35 per 450 g/1 lb plus 25-30 mins Yorkshire pudding - small True fan 0:10-0:15 - large True fan 180 -190 0:30-0:40 Lamb Rotitherm...
Uses, Tables and Tips Tempera- Poultry, Game, Quantity Shelf Time Oven function ture Fish, Vegetables approx. position Hr. : Min. °C Fish (baked, steamed) Whole fish 1-1.5 kg/ True fan 160-170 0:45-1:15 2-3 lbs Fish pies, bakes 750 g-1 kg/ Rotitherm 160-180 0:30-1:00...
Uses, Tables and Tips Defrosting Oven function: Defrost (no temperature setting) • 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.
Cleaning and Care Oven level Temperature in Time in hours Food to be dried °C (Guideline) 1 level 2 levels Fruit Plums 60-70 1 / 4 8-10 Apricots 60-70 1 / 4 8-10 Apple slices 60-70 1 / 4 Pears 60-70 1 / 4 Cleaning and Care...
Cleaning and Care 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 unhitch at the back (2).
Cleaning and Care Oven Lighting Warning: Risk of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light bulb: – Switch off the oven! – Disconnect from the electricity supply. Place a cloth on the oven floor to protect the oven light and glass cover. Changing the oven light bulb/cleaning the glass cover 1.
Cleaning and Care Repositioning the heating element 1. Move the heating element back up towards the oven ceiling. 2. Pull the heating element forwards against the spring pressure and guide it over the oven sup- port lug. 3. Settle it onto the support. 4.
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Cleaning and Care 3. Close the oven door as far as the first position (approx. 45°). 4. Take hold of the oven door with a hand on each side and pull it away from the oven at an up- wards angle (Take care: It is heavy). Lay the oven door with the outer side facing downwards on something soft and level, for ex- ample, a blanket in order to prevent scratches.
Cleaning and Care 3. Fold up the clamping levers (A) on both door hinges back into their original positions. 4. Close the oven door. Oven door glass The oven door is fitted with two panels of glass mounted one behind the other. The in- ner panel can be removed for cleaning.
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Cleaning and Care 3. Close the oven door as far as the first position (approx. 45°). 4. Take hold of the door trim (B) on the upper edge of the door at both sides and press in- wards to release the clip seal. Then remove the door trim by pulling upwards.
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Cleaning and Care 2. Take hold of the door trim (B) at each side, posi- tion it on the inside edge of the door and plug the door trim(B) into the upper edge of the door. On the open side of the door trim (B) there is a guide bar (C).
What to do if … 4. Fold up the clamping levers (A) on both door hinges back into their original positions. 5. Close the oven door. What to do if … Problem Possible cause Remedy The oven does not heat up The oven is not switched on Switch the oven on The clock is not set...
Disposal Disposal Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the pack- aging 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 product may not...
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Attention: The new appliance may only be installed and connected by a registered ex- pert. Please comply with this. If you do not, any damage resulting is not covered by the war- ranty. Safety information for the installer •...
Parts and Appliances not supplied by Electrolux are not covered by thiswarranty. Where you are within an Electrolux service area, this warranty covers the cost of transport of the Ap- pliance to and from Authorised Service Centres of Electrolux and travelling costs for representatives of the Authorised Service Centre to and from your home or business.
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Electrolux which cannot be excluded, restricted or modified. To the extent permitted by law, the liability of Electrolux (if any) arising out of or in relation to the Appliance or anyservices supplied by Electrolux shall be limited (where it is fair and reasonable to do...
Service Service In the event of technical faults, please first check whether you can remedy the problem yourself with the help of the operating instructions (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.
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