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7. USING THE  OVENS 
7.1  General warnings and advice 
When the oven is used for the first time, it should be heated to the 
maximum temperature (250-220°C) for long enough to burn off any oily 
residues left by the manufacturing process, which might contaminate 
foods with unpleasant odours. 
  
   
During cooking, do not cover the bo ttom of the oven with aluminium or 
tin foil, and do not place pans or trays on it; this may damage the enamel 
coating. If you wish to use greaseproof  paper, position it so that it does 
not interfere with the hot air circulation inside the oven. 
 
  
 To prevent any steam in the oven from causing 
problems, open the door in two stages: hold it 
half-open (about 5 cm) for 4-5 seconds, then 
open it completely. To access food, always leave 
the door open for as short a time as possible to 
prevent the temperature in the oven from falling 
and ruining the food. 
5 cm
 
  
 If both ovens are in use at the sa me time, there may be problems with 
delicate cooking processes.  
 
7.2 Oven Light 
It comes on when the function switch knob is turned to any position. 
 
7.3  Cooling fan 
The appliance is equipped with a cooling system, which comes into 
operation as soon as a cooking function  is selected. The same applies to 
timed cooking operations. 
Fans cause a steady outflow of air from the rear top skirt board on the 
rear of the cooking hob, which may  continue for a brief period of time 
even after the oven has been turned off. 
This ventilation system ens ures that the temperatures on the outside of 
the appliance meet the standards requ ired by the current regulations. 
 
 
 
 
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7.4  Storage compartment 
The storage compartment is in the bottom of 
the cooker, underneath the ovens. To open 
it, pull on the top of the door. Never use it to 
store flammable materials such as rags, 
paper, etc.; it is intended to take the 
appliances metal accessories only. 
   
 
 Never open the storage compartment wh en the oven is on and still hot.
The temperature inside may be very high.  
						

							
 
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8. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES 
 
The oven features  4 runners for positioning 
trays and racks at different heights. 
   Oven rack:  for cooking food on plates, 
small cakes or roasts or foods requiring light 
grilling. 
  
 Tray rack:  for placing on top of a tray for 
cooking foods which may drip. 
   Oven tray:  useful for collecting fat from 
foods placed on the rack above.    Baking tray:  useful for cooking cakes, pizza 
and confectionery.      
 
 
Rotisserie rod:  useful for cooking chicken, 
sausages and all foods which require 
uniform cooking over their entire surface.  
  Main oven rotisserie frame: to be fitted 
into the holes provided in the oven tray. 
  Spit Frame:  to be inserted in the guides of 
the  auxiliary oven  before using the spit. 
   
  
Accessories on Request 
The bottom skirting and self-cleaning oven panels can be requested from 
Authorised Service Centres. 
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 Two optional accessories are also available from Authorised Service 
Centres: 
 Griddle plate on gas burner : this optional 
plate is for installation on the hob instead of 
the right-hand pan stand (fish burner). Take 
care that the feet of the griddle plate are 
resting firmly on the base of the hob to 
prevent the risk of tipping. 
  
 Barbecue rack: this open rack is for 
installation on the barbecue heating element 
instead of the aluminium plate. 
   
						

							
 
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9. COOKING HINTS  
 
 In fan-assisted mode preheating should be carried out at 30/40°C above 
the cooking temperature. This considerably shortens cooking times and 
reduces power consumption, as well  as giving better cooking results. 
 
 
 Keep the oven door closed during cooking  
 
9.1 Traditional cooking (main and auxiliary ovens)   
         FUNCTION SWITCH  
   THERMOSTAT SELECTOR SWITCH FROM 50° 
TO 250°C 
 
 
 
THERMOSTAT SELECTOR SWITCH FROM 50° 
TO 220°C 
 
  
   
 
This traditional cooking method, in which heat comes from above and below, is suitable for cooking food on a single level. You have to pre-heat the oven until the set temperature  is reached. Place the food in the oven only after the thermostat indicator light has turned off. Very fatty meats may be put in when the oven is still cold. Put frozen meat in immediately, without waiting for it to defrost. The only precaution you need to take is to set the temperature about 20°C lower and cooking time about 1/4 longer than you would for fresh meat.   
 
 Use deep containers to prevent splashes from 
dirtying the sides of the oven.  
 
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9.2  Hot air cooking (main oven)   
         FUNCTION SWITCH  
       THERMOSTAT SELECTOR SWITCH FROM  
50° TO 250°C 
  
 
This system is suitable for cooking  on several shelves, even with foods 
of different kinds (fish, meat, etc.)  without tastes and smells mingling. 
The air circulation inside the oven ensures uniform heat distribution. 
Preheating is not necessary. 
  
  
 Multiple cooking is possible provided that all foods require the same 
temperature. 
 
9.3  Grilling (main oven)   
       FUNCTION SWITCH  
    THERMOSTAT SWITCH AT MAXIMUM  
   
 
Used for quick browning of foods. T he tray should be placed on the top 
runner. For short processes and small  amounts, place the shelf on the third 
runner from the bottom. For longer cook ing times and grilling, place the shelf 
on lower runners, depending on the size of the food. 
The oven door must be closed while cooking is in progress.  
  
						

							
 
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9.4 Hot air grilling (main oven)   
       FUNCTION SWITCH  
    THERMOSTAT SWITCH FROM 50° TO 200°C  
   Ensures uniform heating with greater heat penetration into the food. 
Food will be lightly browned on the outside and remain tender inside. 
Keep the oven door closed during  cooking. Heating up time must 
not exceed 60 minutes. 
 
9.5  Variable grill cooking (auxiliary oven)   
       THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION  
     VARIABLE GRILL BETWEEN MIN. AND MAX.  
   This function allows to change the gr ill power according to the quantity of 
food to be cooked. It also browns foods rapidly. 
Position the auxiliary oven thermostat knob on symbol  or . 
Turn the variable grill knob clockwise to the required position. 
When the indicator light comes on the grill is engaged. 
Keep the oven door closed during cooking.  
 
 
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9.6  Delicate cooking (auxiliary oven)  
      FUNCTION SWITCH  
   THERMOSTAT SWITCH AT MAXIMUM  
  
 
Ideal for pastries and cakes with wet covering and little sugar and damp 
desserts in moulds. Excellent results can also be achieved in completing 
cooking at the bottom and with dishes requiring heat in the lower area in 
particular. The baking tray is  best inserted at bottom level. 
 
9.7 Defrosting (main oven)  
         FUNCTION SWITCH  
   THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0  
  
 
The flow of air produced by th e fan ensures quicker defrosting. 
The air circulating inside the ov en is at room temperature. 
 
  
 Defrosting at room temperature ha s the advantage of not altering the 
taste and appearance of the food. 
  
						

							
 
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9.8 Rotisserie cooking (main oven)   
      FUNCTION SWITCH  
       THERMOSTAT SWITCH FROM 50° TO 200°C  
   
 
Prepare the spit with the fo od, 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.  Keep the oven door closed during cooking.  
 
  
 It is normal for the thermostat light to go on and off intermittently during 
cooking. This indicates the temperature inside the oven is regular. 
 
   
  
CAUTION: frames B must be fitted as 
shown in the diagram 
  
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9.9  Spit cooking (auxiliary oven)   
      FUNCTION SWITCH  
         VARIABLE GRILL BETWEEN MIN. AND ¾ 
MAX 
 
   
 
Use it for small size pieces. 
 
Prepare the spit with the fo od, 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. Fully insert 
frame  B until the point of the spit shaft enters the spit-turning motor 
housing  C on the rear wall of the oven. Position pan  F on the lowest 
guide and pour a little water in to avoid smoke forming. 
Keep the oven door closed during cooking.    
  
 It is normal for the thermostat light to go on and off intermittently during 
cooking. This indicates the temperature inside the oven is regular.