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This cooker will provide you with much pleasure in your
cooking.
Please read these operating instructions carefully, so as to
make use of all the technical advantages provided by the
appliance.
The start of the operating instructions contains a number of
important instructions with regard to safety. You will then be
introduced to the individual components of your new cooker.
This section will tell you all you need to know about the
cooker functions and operation.
The tables have been structured in such a way as to provide
a step by step guide to the cooker settings. They contain
useful information about the appropriate cookware, insertion
level, and the optimum settings, all of which have, of course,
been carefully tested in our cooking studio.
To ensure the long lasting attractiveness of your cooker,
we have also included numerous tips on appliance care
and cleaning. And in the unlikely event of an appliance fault,
you will find, on the last pages, troubleshooting information
which will help you to rectify minor faults yourself.
Any questions? You can always refer to the detailed table
of contents, enabling you to find your way around quickly.
And now - enjoy your cooking.
Operating Instructions
HK 481..EU
GB
5650 018 289
S191282
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
This cooker will provide you with much pleasure in your cooking. Please read these operating instructions carefully, so as to make use of all the technical advantages provided by the appliance. The start of the operating instructions contains a number of important instructions with regard to safety. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important information ..... . . Before connecting the appliance ....Safety information . - Page 3 Table of contents Frozen foods ....... Defrosting ....... . . Drying .
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Page 4: Important Information
Important information q Installation and connection must be carried in Before connecting accordance with the instructions and wiring the appliance diagram provided, and only by an authorised expert. Improper connection will invalidate your warranty. q Do not switch the appliance on if transport damage is apparent. -
Page 5: How To Prevent Damage To Your Appliance
q Never store combustible items in the oven. They could catch fire when the oven is switched on. Do not place any combustible items on the hob. There is a risk of burning. q If there is a fault, switch off the oven at the fuse box. -
Page 6: Your New Cooker
Your new cooker The control panel Details vary according to the appliance model Clock Minus Timer Oven function selector, button button button with indicator light t = Top and bottom heating Cooking Plus f = Special top and bottom heating time button button button... - Page 7 4 hotplate controls I = lowest setting K = ignition position J = highest setting Temperature selector with indicator light 50 270 temperature in ºC Radiant grilling, small and large areas S = low grill SS = medium grill SSS = high grilling The indicator light lights up when you switch on the temperature selector.
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Page 8: Types Of Heating
Different types of oven heating are available. You can Types of heating therefore select the best method for cooking any dish. Conventional heat This ensures the even distribution of heat on the cake or roast from the top and bottom of the oven. This type of heating is ideal for baking quark flans, pizza and moist fruit cakes on one level. -
Page 9: Cooling Fan
Radiant grill small surface Only the middle section of the grill heating element is switched on. This type of heating is ideal for cooking small quantities. Place the pieces to be grilled in the centre of the wire grill. This saves energy. Radiant grill large area The entire area under the grill heating element becomes hot. -
Page 10: Oven Carriage And Accessories
Oven carriage and accessories The accessory is suspended from the hooks on the left and right of the oven carriage. The accessory can be inserted on 5 different levels. HZ 24400 Wire grill for cooking dishes, cake tins, roasts, food for grilling and frozen meals. - Page 11 The baking tray without hooks can be removed to the side. HZ 24300 Universal pan for soft cakes, frozen meals and large roasts. It can also be used to catch dripping fat when grilling directly on the wire grill. The accessories can be purchased later from a specialist store.
- Page 12 HZ 22500 Grill pan for fish, toast, sausages, frozen meals, or as a splash guard for large poultry. Only use the grill pan inside the universal pan. Place the two pieces into the universal pan so that they overlap in the middle. HZ 24000 Aluminium baking tray for cakes and biscuits.
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Page 13: Before Using For The First Time
Metal roasting dish HZ 26000 It is intended for use in the extended cooking zone of the glass ceramic hob. The dish is suitable for the sensor cooking system as well as for the automatic roasting function. HZ 22400 wire grill for grilling. Always place the wire grill in the universal pan. -
Page 14: Heating The Oven
Changing the time N.B. The time of day cannot be changed whilst a (e.g. from summer to cooking time or an end time is set. winter time) Press the j clock button. Use the + or buttons to set the correct time. Note q The time of day is not displayed if you have already set the timer, a cooking time or an end time. -
Page 15: Cooking
Cooking Make the heat setting using the control knobs. Gas burners The symbol above the hotplate control shows you to which hotplate the control knob belongs. S = Off setting J = Large flame, highest setting K = Ignition setting = Economy flame, lowest setting An end stop is fitted at the end of the setting range. -
Page 16: Setting The Oven
Setting the oven Set the type of heating and then the temperature or the grill setting. That's all. When your meal is ready, switch off the oven. Your oven may also be set to switch off automatically after a preset time has elapsed. If you have to leave the house, you can set the oven to switch on and off automatically. -
Page 17: If The Oven Is To Switch Off Automatically
Set the function selector and the temperature selector If the oven is to as described in points switch off automatically Press the ? cooking time button. Use the + or buttons to change the suggested cooking time. The cooking time will start once the symbol has stopped flashing. -
Page 18: If The Oven Is To Switch On And Off Automatically
Notes q The set time counts down in the clock display. If you wish to know how much longer the meal in the oven will take, press the ? cooking time button. The time remaining is then displayed for a few seconds. -
Page 19: Cakes And Pastries
Automatic operation is cleared when the time appears in the display. If the display still shows 0.00, press the ? cooking time button. The time will appear. If the meal is not quite Reset as described in points if the meal is not ready quite ready. - Page 20 Tables The values in the table apply to insertion into a cold oven. How to save energy. Shorten the baking times indicated by 5 to 10 minutes if you have preheated the oven. The optimal type of heating for each of the various cakes and biscuits can be found in the tables.
- Page 21 Cakes on the tray Level Type of Temperature Baking time heating in ºC in minutes Sponge or yeast pastry Baking tray 170 190 20 30 with dry topping Baking tray + universal 150 170 35 45 pan** Sponge or yeast pastry Baking tray 160 180 40 50...
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Page 22: Advice On Baking
Biscuits Level Type of Temperature Baking time heating in ºC in minutes Biscuits* Baking tray 160 180 10 25 Baking tray + universal pan 130 150 25 35 2 baking trays** + universal pan 1+3+4 130 150 30 40 Meringue Baking tray 80 100 120 140... - Page 23 The cake is too dark on the Insert it on a higher level and select a lower tempera bottom. ture next time. The cake is too dry. Use a skewer to pierce small holes in the baked cake. Then trickle the fruit juice or liqueur over the cake. Next time, select a temperature 10 degrees higher and shorten the baking times.
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Page 24: Meat, Poultry, Fish
You were baking on several Always use 3D Hot air h when baking on several levels. The food on the top levels. Cakes that are inserted at the same time will baking tray is darker than not necessarily be ready at the same time. Allow that on the bottom baking the cake at the bottom of the oven to bake for 5 or tray. - Page 25 Advice on grilling Always close the oven door when grilling. Wherever possible, use pieces of meat that are of a similar thickness, and at least 2 to 3 cm thick. Such pieces will be browned evenly and stay juicy and soft in the middle.
- Page 26 Meat Weight Ovenware Level Type of Temperature Duration heating ºC, Grill minutes...
- Page 27 The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. Poultry The weights indicated in the table refer to oven-ready poultry (without stuffing). If you are grilling directly on the wire grill, you should also insert the universal pan on level 1. Pierce the skin of duck or goose under the wings to enable the fat to run off.
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Page 28: Advice On Roasting And Grilling
This table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. Fish Fish Weight Ovenware Shelf Type of Tempera Cooking position heating ture ºC, Grill time in minutes Grilled fish 300 g each Setting SS 18 20 1 kg Wire grill* 190 200 45 50 1.5 kg... -
Page 29: Bakes, Gratins, Toast
Bakes, gratins, toast The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Ovenware Level Type of Temperature Cooking heating ºC, Grill time in minutes Sweet bakes Casserole 170 190 40 50 (e.g. quark and fruit bake) Savoury bakes made from cooked Casserole, 210 230 30 40... -
Page 30: Defrosting
Meal Level Type of Temperature Duration in heating in ºC minutes French fries* Universal pan 240 250 25 30 Pizza* Wire grill 180 200 15 25 Pizza baguette* Wire grill 190 210 15 20 Cover the accessories with greaseproof paper. Please ensure that the greaseproof paper is suitable for use at these temperatures. -
Page 31: Drying
Drying q Only use perfectly fresh fruit and vegetables, and wash them thoroughly. q Allow the food to drain well, or dry it yourself. q Line the baking tray and wire grill with baking paper or greaseproof paper. Foodstuff Level Type of Temperature C Duration, hours heating... -
Page 32: Sterilizing
Sterilizing Preparation Oven settings... -
Page 33: Sterilizing Fruit
As soon as the contents of the jars begins to bubble, Sterilizing fruit i.e., the bubbles rise in quick succession after approximately 30 to 40 minutes, switch the temperature selector back to 30 °C. The jars should be removed from the oven after 25 to 35 minutes of residual heat. -
Page 34: Timer
Timer You can set the timer at any time. You can even set it when a cooking time or end time has already been set. The time set always counts down visibly in the display. The timer also features a special acoustic signal. This enables you to tell whether it is the timer or a cooking time which has run down. -
Page 35: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning Do not under any circumstances use a highpressure or steam cleaner. Just wipe the appliance with a damp cloth. For stub Appliance exterior born soil add a few drops of washing up liquid to the water. Dry with a dry cloth. Never use strong or abrasive cleaning agents, as these can leave the surfaces looking dull. -
Page 36: Accessories
It is best to soak the accessories in household deter Accessories gent immediately after use. Any left over dirt can then be easily removed using a brush or cleaning sponge. Observe the following in order to ensure the long la Oven sting attractiveness of your oven: Never use hard scouring pads or coarse cleaning... -
Page 37: Steam Filter
q Wipe the oven down thoroughly. Glass cover for the oven It is best to clean the glass cover in the oven with light soapy water. Notes The oven is enamelled. Enamel has to be burnt on at very high temperatures. This can cause some slight colour variation. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Turn the filter to the right by hand or using an Allen key and screw in tightly. The filter must be inserted exactly as shown in Fig. 2. Only then can it be re fitted securely. Troubleshooting Should a malfunction occur, it is often only due to a minor fault. -
Page 39: Replacing The Right Hand Oven Light
If the oven light fails, it must be replaced. You can do Replacing the this yourself. Heat resistant replacement lights can be right hand oven obtained from the after sales service or a specialist light store. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance. -
Page 40: Replacing The Oven Light On The Ceiling
If the oven light fails, it must be replaced. You can do Replacing the oven this yourself. Heat resistant replacement lights can be light on the ceiling obtained from the after sales service or a specialist store. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance. -
Page 41: After Sales Service
After sales service Our after sales service is there for you in the event that your appliance needs to be repaired. Your nearest appliance service centre can be found in the phone book, should your appliance need repairing. The specified after sales service centres will also be happy to inform you of a service point in your local area. -
Page 42: Protection Of The Environment
Protection of the environment Packaging and old appliances How to save energy... -
Page 43: Test Dishes
Test dishes In accordance with DIN 44547 and EN 60350 Baking The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. Ovenware and notes Level Type of Tempera Baking heating ture in ºC time in minutes Ø Ø... - Page 44 Grilling The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Ovenware Level Type of Grill setting Cooking heating time in minutes Toast Wire grill Setting SSS (10 mins. preheating) Beefburgers, x 12* Wire grill Setting SSS 25 30 Turn half way through the cooking time.