User manual HOTPOINT C 348 PT.2

[. . . ] PL 16 Important safety warnings To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend: • call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer • always use original Spare Parts 1 This appliance is intended for nonprofessional use within the home. 2 These instructions are only for those countries whose symbols appear in the booklet and on the serial no. 3 This owner’s manual is for a class 1 appliance (insulated) or class 2, subclass 1 appliances (installed between two cabinets. 4 Before using your appliance, read the instructions in this owner’s manual carefully since it provides all the information you need to ensure safe installation, use and maintenance. [. . . ] However, if more than one is used, they must be switched half way through the cooking process. Ventilation Mode - Position of the “L” knob: J - Position of the “M” knob: between 50°C and Max Since the heat remains constant and uniform throughout the oven due to the fan at the bottom, the air cooks and browns food uniformly over its entire surface. With this mode, you can also cook various dishes at the same time, as long as their respective cooking temperatures are the same. A maximum of 2 rack levels can be used at the same time, following the instructions in the section entitled, “Cooking On More Than One Rack”. This cooking mode is ideal for au gratin dishes or those which require an extended cooking time like lasagne etc. Moreover, the excellent heat distribution makes it possible to use lower temperatures when cooking roasts. This results in less loss of juices, meat which is more tender and a decrease in the loss of weight for the roast. The ventilated mode is especially suited for cooking fish, which can be prepared with the addition of a limited amount of condiments, thus maintaining their flavour and appearance. Excellent results can also be attained when cooking vegetable like courgettes, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes, etc. Desserts: leavened cakes are also perfect for the ventilated mode. Moreover, this mode can also be used to thaw meat, fish and bread by setting the temperature to 80°100°C. To thaw more delicate foods, set the thermostat to 50°C or use only the cold air circulation feature by setting the thermostat to 0°C. Grill - Position of the “L” knob: I - Position of the “M” knob: Max The extremely high and direct temperature of the grill makes it possible to brown the surface of meats and roasts while locking in the juices to keep them tender. The grill is also highly recommended for dishes that require high temperature on the surface: beef steaks, veal, entrecôte, filets, hamburger etc. The “Double Grill” - Position of the “L” knob: d - Position of the “M” knob: Max This oversized grill has a completely new design, increasing cooking efficiency by 50%. The double grill also eliminates pockets of unheated air in the corners of the oven. 23 - Position of the “L” knob: a - Position of the “M” knob: between 50°C and Max On this setting, the light comes on and the top and bottom heating elements are activated. This is the classic, traditional type oven which has perfected, with exceptional heat distribution and reduced energy consumption. The convection oven is still unequalled when it comes to cooking dishes made up of several ingredients, e. Excellent results are achieved when preparing meat-based dishes as well (braised meats, stew, goulash, wild game, ham etc. ) which need to cook slowly and require basting or the addition of liquid. It still remains the best system for cooking pastries and fruit in general and when using specific covered containers for oven cooking. [. . . ] B: avoid closing the cover while the gas burners are still warm. Remove any liquid from the lid before opening it. Important: periodically check the wear of the gas hose and substitute it if there are any defects; we recommended changing it every year. Cleaning the Glass Top • The top should be cleaned with products made especially for glass. [. . . ]