User manual DELONGHI EO 1200W

[. . . ] This electrical appliance operates at high temperatures which could cause burns. As for any heating appliance, take particular care when using the oven in the presence of children and/or unfit persons. the power cable is faulty, the appliance has been dropped, is visibly damaged or malfunctions. Should this occur, to avoid all risk take the appliance to your nearest authorised service centre. [. . . ] . Thermostat knob in the "" position. Timer knob (B) · To program the cooking time: . 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. 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. · 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. · Select the required temperature using the thermostat knob (A). At the end of the set time, an audible signal will be emitted; if cooking is complete before the end of the set time, turn the Timer knob (B) manually to the "0" position. Keeping food warm · Turn the thermostat knob (A) to the "60°C" position. · Place the flat wire rack (G) in the lower guide and rest the dish with the food on the rack. It is recommended not to leave the foods in the oven for too long, as these may dry out. Convection oven cooking (*) This function is ideal for baking excellent pizzas, lasagna, "au gratin" dishes, all types of meat dishes (apart from small poultry), roast potatoes, cakes in general and bread. It is also suitable for cooking different foods on two levels at the same time. Proceed as follows: · Place the flat wire rack (G) in the position shown in the table. · Select the required temperature by turning the thermostat knob (A). · After having pre-heated the oven for 5 minutes, place the food to be cooked inside. (*) only on some models 14 Program Macaroni "au gratin" 1 Kg. [. . . ] black gripper Connect the blue wire to the terminal in the plug marked "N" or coloured black. A 13 amp fuse should be fitted when the appliance is connected to a BS 1363 plug. Seek professional advice if you are unsure of the correct procedure for the above. About your factory fitted plug (supplied with certain models only) The lead is already fitted with a plug incorporating a 13 amp fuse. [. . . ]