User manual DELONGHI EO 2150

[. . . ] CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 1. 1 1. 2 1. 3 1. 4 CHAPTER 2 2. 1 2. 2 2. 3 GENERAL Specifications . . 15 Description of the oven and the accessories . . 19 USE OF THE OVEN AND REFERENCE COOKING TIMES Use of the controls . . 23 · Grilling and cooking au gratin . [. . . ] Always contact an authorised service centre. · This appliance is designed for domestic use only. Professional or inappropriate use, or failure to observe the instructions absolves the manufacturer from all responsibility and invalidates the guarantee. · When not in use and before cleaning, always unplug the appliance. · If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Keep these instructions 19 · · CHAPTER 2 - USE OF THE OVEN AND REFERENCE COOKING TIMES 2. 1 - USE OF THE CONTROLS · THERMOSTAT KNOB (E) Select the desired temperature as follows: Defrosting: Thermostat knob in position "·". Keeping food warm: Thermostat knob set to . Convection oven or traditional oven cooking: Thermostat knob set from 80°C to 230°C. All types of grilling and cooking with the turnspit (if fitted): Thermostat knob in position · ON/OFF AND TIMER KNOB (G) - To switch the oven on and to set the cooking time: Turn the knob clockwise to the desired time (max. A bell will ring when the set time has elapsed, and the oven will automatically switch itself off. To switch the oven off: Turn the knob to position "0". When setting times of less than 10 minutes, first turn the knob all the way round, and then set the desired time. · FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB (H) This knob is used to select from the available cooking functions, as follows: DEFROSTING (fan on only) DELICATE COOKING (IF FITTED) lower heating element only operating TRADITIONAL OVEN COOKING (top heating element and bottom heating element on only) CONVECTION OVEN COOKING, KEEPING FOOD WARM (top heating element, bottom heating element and fan on) GRILLING TURNSPIT (IF FITTED) (top heating element on only, at maximum power) · THERMOSTAT PILOT LIGHT (F) The light comes on to indicate that the oven is heating up, and goes off when the oven has reached the set temperature. The pilot light is always off during the DEFROSTING function. 20 Chapter 2 - Use of the oven and reference cooking times 2. 2 - GENERAL ADVICE · When cooking using the convection oven, traditional oven or grill functions, the oven should always be preheated to the set temperature for best results. · The cooking times depend on the quality of the products, the temperature of the food and individual tastes. The times given in the table are only intended as a guide, and may need to be varied. They do not take into account the time required to preheat the oven. · When cooking frozen food, follow the recommendations on the package. 2. 3 - HOW TO SET THE FUNCTIONS · DEFROSTING Place the wire rack in guide no. The food being defrosted should be placed directly on the wire rack. 30 min. WIRE RACK/DRIPPING PAN POSITION 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 2 2 3 OBSERVATIONS AND TIPS A round mold can be used, placed on the wire rack (O), or alternatively directly the dripping pan (N) Place directly in the dripping pan (N) Pierce with a fork to drain the fat Leave a little fat around the edges to prevent it from becoming too dry Place directly in the dripping pan (N) Turn 2 or 3 times during cooking Use a mold with hinge Use a rectangular mold Place directly in the dripping pan (N) A round mold can be used, placed on the wire rack (O), or alternatively directly the dripping pan (N) Use a mold with hinge Add around 5 minutes to the cooking time for preheating. 22 Chapter 2 - Use of the oven and reference cooking times · TRADITIONAL OVEN COOKING This function is ideal for cooking great pizzas, lasagne, first courses au gratin, small fowl, all types of fish, stuffed vegetables au gratin and some types of cakes. How to use the function: Turn the function selector knob (H) to position . Select the desired temperature using the thermostat knob (E). Turn the ON/OFF and timer knob (G) to the desired time. [. . . ] Before performing any cleaning operations, always unplug the appliance from the power socket. Never immerse the appliance in water; do not wash it by spraying it with water. The wire rack, dripping pan and crumb tray are washed like normal dishes, by hand or in the dishwasher. Always use a damp sponge to clean the outer surface (see Fig. [. . . ]