User manual DELONGHI EO 1200W

[. . . ] DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE A B C D E F G H thermostat knob timer knob indicator light function selector knob glass door bottom heating element flat wire rack dripping pan I L M N O P Q shaped wire rack (if supplied) crumb tray top heating element inside light (if supplied) broil rack (if supplied) rubber pad (if supplied) wire rack insertion/extraction lever (if supplied) PQ N M A B C D E F O L G I H 10 IMPORTANT WARNINGS · · · · · Read all the instructions carefully before using the appliance. This oven has been designed to cook food. It must never be used for other purposes, modified or tampered with in any way. Place the appliance on a horizontal surface at a height of at least 85 cm and out of reach of children. [. . . ] . Thermostat knob from "60°C" to "230°C". · For all types of grilling (see page 16): . . Thermostat knob in the "" position. Timer knob (B) · To program the cooking time: . . Turn the knob clockwise to the desired time (max. 120 minutes); when the set time has elapsed, an audible signal (*) will be emitted and the oven will automatically switch off. . Turn the knob to the "0" position To set times less than 20 minutes, first turn the knob all the way round, then back to the desired time. Function selector knob (D) This knob is used to select the cooking functions available, that is: DEFROSTING (*) (ventilation only) TRADITIONAL OVEN COOKING, KEEPING FOOD WARM (only top heating element and bottom heating element on) GRILLING (only top heating element on at maximum power) CONVECTION OVEN COOKING (*) (top heating element, bottom heating element and ventilation on) DELICATE COOKING (only bottom heating element on) Indicator light (C) The light on means that the oven is on. Inside light (N) (*) When the oven is on, the light inside the oven is always on. To replace the bulb, proceed as follows: unplug the appliance from the power socket, unscrew the glass cover and replace the burnt-out bulb with a new one of the same type (resistant to high temperatures) and then replace the glass cover. (*) only on some models 13 USING THE OVEN General tips · When cooking with the convection oven, traditional oven and grilling, always preheat the oven for 5 minutes to the set temperature, so as to achieve best results. · The cooking times depend on the quality of the products, on the temperature of the food and on personal tastes. The times indicated in the table are purely indicative and subject to variation, and do not include the time required to preheat the oven. · To cook frozen foods refer to the recommended times on the product packaging. Wire rack insertion/extraction system (*) If the oven is equipped with a wire rack insertion/extraction lever, follow these simple instructions: · To insert the wire rack: push the wire rack towards the back of the oven past the rubber pad on the left of the oven until it clicks into place. When the door is closed, the wire rack automatically moves into position. · To remove the wire rack: open the door. The wire rack is automatically ejected by a couple of centimeters. Grip it with an oven mitt and pull towards you. Defrosting (*) For proper defrosting in a short time, proceed as follows: · Turn the function selector knob (D) to the position. · Turn the thermostat knob (A) to the "·" position. · Turn the Timer knob (B) to the desired time. · Place the flat wire rack (G) in the lower guide and rest the food to be defrosted on a tray on the wire rack, then close the door. Example of defrosting: 1 kg of meat, 80-90 minutes without turning it over. Delicate cooking Ideal for pastry and cakes with icing. Good results are also achieved when completing the cooking of the bottom of the foods or for cooking that requires heat above all at the bottom. · Place the wire rack (with a pan on it) in the lower guide, as shown in the figure on page 12. · Turn the function selector knob (D) to the position. · Select the required temperature using the thermostat knob (A). [. . . ] In addition, turn the dripping pans half-way around. Note: the wire racks must be positioned as shown in the figure to the side. (*) only on some models 16 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Frequent cleaning prevents the formation of smoke and bad odours during cooking. Do not let fat accumulate inside the appliance. Before any maintenance or cleaning operation, unplug the oven and wait for it to cool down. Clean the door, the inside walls and the enamel or painted surfaces of the oven with a soap and water solution; dry thoroughly. [. . . ]