User manual SMEG SLB1601E

[. . . ] PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND BRAND NAME IS POSITIONED VISIBLY ON THE OVEN DOOR FRAME. THE PLATE MUST NOT BE REMOVED. THE OVEN IS DESIGNED FOR USE BY ADULTS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO GO NEAR OR PLAY WITH IT. REPLACED APPLIANCES MUST BE TAKEN TO A SPECIAL GARBAGE COLLECTION CENTRE. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or things caused by non-observance of the above prescriptions or by interference with any part of the appliance or by the use of non-original spares. 24 Instructions for the user 2. INSTALLATION 2. 1 Electrical connection Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings are as per the indications provided on the label attached to the oven door frame. [. . . ] Avoid exerting too much pressure on the oven door when open. 26 Instructions for the user 3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 3. 1 Front control panel All the oven controls are grouped together on the front panel. FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB Rotate the knob in either direction to select desired function from the following: NO FUNCTION SET GRILL ELEMENT + VENTILATION UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT + VENTILATION DEFROSTING OVEN LIGHT UPPER AND LOWER HEATING ELEMENT GRILL ELEMENT THERMOSTAT KNOB Cooking temperature is selected by turning the knob clockwise to the desired setting, between 50° and 250°C. 27 Instructions for the user TIMER KNOB Lets you choose manual cooking or the timer with automatic turn-off of the oven when done. For manual control of cooking time, turn the knob anticlockwise to the symbol . To set cooking time turn the knob clockwise. The numbers from 5 to 90 correspond to minutes. Adjustment is progressive and intermediate positions between the numbers shown may be used. At the end of programmed cooking, an audible alarm sounds which goes off automatically after 4-5 seconds. THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT When this light comes on, the oven is heating up. When this light goes out, the preset heating temperature has been reached. When the light flashes, the temperature inside the oven is steady. 28 Instructions for the user 4. USE OF THE OVEN 0DNH VXUH WKDW \RX KDYH HLWKHU WXUQHG WKH PLQXWH PLQGHU NQRE WR WKH V\PERO RU VHW D FRRNLQJ WLPH , I WKH WLPHU NQRE LV RQ QR KHDWLQJ HOHPHQWV ZLOO FRPH RQ 4. 1 Warnings and general advice Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum temperature (250°C) long enough to burn any manufacturing oily residues which could give the food a bad taste. 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. For long-term cooking and grills, put the grid in the lowest guide in accordance with the size of the pieces. 32 Instructions for the user 6. 4 Hot-air grillin FUNCTION SWITCH 200 THERMOSTAT SWITCH Ensures uniform heat distribution with greater heat penetration into the food. Food will be lightly browned on the outside and remain soft inside. Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must not exceed 60 minutes. 6. 5 Defrosting FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0 The flow of air produced by the fan ensures quicker defrosting. The air circulating inside the oven is at room temperature. The advantage of defrosting at room temperature is that it does not alter the taste and appearance of the food. 33 Instructions for the user 6. 6 Spit roasting FUNCTION SWITCH THERMOSTAT SWITCH 200 Prepare the spit with the food, blocking fork screws A. Insert frame B into the third guide from the bottom. Remove handle D and position the spit shaft so that pulley E is guided on the link of frame B in the right side. Insert the drip tray into the oven as far as it will go until the tip of the rod is in line with the hole C. Now rock the frames B to insert the tip of the rod into the drive connection C of the rotisserie motor on the side of the oven. Pour a bit of water into the pan to avoid smoke from the dripping. It is normal for the thermostat light to flash during cooking. [. . . ] 7. 1. 2 Food stains or residues Do not use metallic sponges or sharp scrapers: they will damage the surface. Use normal non-abrasive products for steel, and a wooden or plastic tool if necessary. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin. Do not allow residues of sugary foods (such as jam) to set inside the oven. [. . . ]