User manual SMEG SC425X-8

[. . . ] INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 GET TO KNOW YOUR OVEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] To insert the rack or tray correctly, check that the lock is facing downwards (as shown in the figure at the side). To remove the rack or tray, lift the front slightly. The mechanical lock (or the skirt where present) must always face the back of the oven. Insert racks and trays fully into the oven until they come to a stop. In models with runners, clean the trays before using them for the first time. Cleaning will remove any manufacturing residues, which may otherwise scratch the sides of the oven cavity when trays are being inserted. USING THE OVEN 6. 1 · Before using the appliance Remove any labels (apart from the technical data plate) from trays, dripping pans and the cooking compartment. Remove any protective film from the outside or inside of the appliance, including from accessories such as trays, dripping pans, the pizza plate or the base cover. Before using the appliance for the first time, remove all accessories from the oven compartment and wash them as indicated in "8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE". · · Heat the empty appliance to the maximum temperature in order to remove any manufacturing residues which could affect the food with unpleasant odours. 6. 2 General Description 6. 2. 1 Oven runners The oven features 4 runners for positioning trays and racks at different heights. The insertion heights are indicated from the bottom upwards (see figure). 6. 2. 2 Cooling fan system (on some models only) The appliance is equipped with a cooling system which comes into operation as soon as a cooking function starts. The fan causes a steady outflow of air from above the door which stops when the oven is turned off. 41 Instructions for the user 6. 2. 3 Internal oven lights The oven lights come on by selecting any function or turning the funtion knob on . 6. 3 Warnings and general advice for usage All cooking operations must be carried out with the door closed. During cooking, do not cover the bottom of the oven with aluminium or tin foil and do not place pans or oven trays on it as this may damage the enamel coating. If you wish to use greaseproof paper, place it so that it will not interfere with the hot air circulation inside the oven. For the best cooking results, we recommend placing cookware in the centre of the rack. To prevent any steam in the oven from causing problems, open the door in two stages: half open (5 cm approx. ) for 4-5 seconds and then fully open. BOTTOM: The heat coming solely from the bottom makes it possible to complete the cooking of foods that require a greater basic temperature, without affecting their browning. Perfect for cakes, pies, tarts and pizzas. 45 Instructions for the user 7. 1 Cooking advice and instructions 7. 1. 1 General advice In general, it is not possible to shorten the cooking times by increasing the temperature (the food could be well-cooked on the outside and undercooked on the inside). While cooking desserts or vegetables, excessive condensation may form on the glass. In order to avoid this, open the door very carefully a couple of times while cooking. 7. 1. 2 Advice for cooking meat Cooking times, especially for meat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. We recommend using a meat thermometer for meat when roasting it. Alternatively, simply press on the roast with a spoon: if it is hard, it is ready; if not, it needs another few minutes cooking. 7. 1. 3 Advice for cooking desserts and biscuits · · · Use dark metal moulds for desserts: they help to absorb the heat better. The temperature and the cooking duration depend on the quality and consistency of the dough. [. . . ] · Then pull the front of the glass panel upwards (2). · Doing this detaches the 4 pins attached to the glass from their slots in the oven door. Removing the intermediate glass panels (on some models only): · An intermediate glass panel may be present on multifunction models; if so, remove it by lifting it upwards. Cleaning: · It is now possible to clean the external glass panel and the panels removed previously. In the case of stubborn dirt, wash with a damp sponge and neutral detergent. Replacing the glass panels: · Replace the panels in the reverse of the order in which they were removed. [. . . ]