AEG U3100-4 User Manual

COMPETENCE U3100-4

Built-under Electric Double Oven

Installation and Operating Instructions

PERFECT IN FORM AND FUNCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing
or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the information in
this book contact the Customer Care Department. Telephone [phone].

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be installed according to the
instructions supplied. The installation work must
be undertaken by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
The appliance must be installed in an adequately
ventilated room.
NOTE: It is imperative that the appliance is left in
the base to protect both the appliance and the
floor.
This appliance is heavy and care must be taken
when moving it.
Warning: Do not attempt to lift or move this
appliance by the handles.
All packaging, both inside and outside the
appliance must be removed before the appliance
is used.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify the appliance in any way.
After installation please dispose of the packaging
with due regard for safety and the environment.
Your local authority can arrange this.

CHILD SAFETY

Do not allow young children to play with any part

of the packaging.
Do not allow children to sit or climb on the drop
down doors.
This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Young children must not be allowed to
tamper with the controls or play near or with the
appliance.

CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot when
the grill is in use. Young children should be
kept away.

DURING USE

This appliance is not intended to be operated by
means of an external timer or separate remote
control system.
This appliance has been designed for domestic
use to cook edible foodstuffs only and must not
be used for any other purposes.
Take great care when heating fats and oils as
they will ignite if they become too hot.
Never place plastic or any other material which
may melt in or on the oven.
Always stand back from the appliance when
opening the doors to allow any build up of steam
or heat to release.
Do not leave the grill pan handle in position
when grilling as it will become hot.
Always use oven gloves to remove and place
food in the oven.
Always support the grill pan when it is in the
withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.

You must ensure that the grill control is in the
'OFF' position when the timer control has been
set for automatic cooking.
During use the appliance becomes hot. Care
should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
Ensure that all vents are not obstructed to ensure
ventilation of the oven cavity.
Never line any part of the appliance with foil.
Stand clear when opening the drop down oven
doors. Support the doors using the handles until
fully open.

Never leave the appliance unattended when
the oven door is open.
Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the

oven. They may explode if they are heated.
Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF
position when not in use.
Do not stand on the appliance or on the open
oven doors.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes from the
appliance or its handles. They are a safety
hazard.
Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with
water. Never operate it with wet hands.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The appliance is heavy and care must be taken
when moving it.

For hygiene and safety reasons this
appliance should be kept clean at all times. A
build-up of fats or other foodstuffs could
result in a fire especially in the grill pan.
Do not leave the cookware containing foodstuffs,

e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in case it is
inadvertently switched on.
Always allow the cooling fan to cool the
appliance down before switching off at the wall
prior to carrying out any cleaning / maintenance
work.
Only clean this appliance in accordance with the
instructions given in this book.

SERVICE

Repairs should not be carried out by
inexperienced persons as this may cause injury
or serious malfunction. This appliance should be
serviced by an authorised Service Engineer and
only genuine approved spare parts should be
used.

AT THE END OF THE APPLIANCE'S LIFE

When the time comes to dispose of your
appliance please contact your local authority.
They can arrange to dispose of the appliance in a
safe and controlled manner.

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CONTENTS

FOR THE USER

Important Safety Information 2

Description of the Appliance 4

Getting to Know Your Appliance 5
Grill and Oven Furniture 6
Before Using The Appliance 7
Rating Plate 7
Preparing to Use Your Appliance 7
When First Switching On 7
The Cooling Fan for the Controls 7
Control Panel Indicator Neon(s) 7
Condensation and Steam 7
Cookware 7
Helpful Hints When Buying and Preparing Food 7

Electronic Timer 8

Full Width Dual Grill 11

Using Full Width Dual Grill 11
Things to Note 11
The Grill Pan and Handle 12
Hints and Tips 12
Grilling Chart 13

Second Oven 14
Using Second Oven 14
Things to Note 14
To Fit the Second Oven Shelf 14
Hints and Tips 15
Oven Cooking Chart 16

Care and Cleaning 22
Cleaning Materials 22
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance 22
Removing and Replacing the Wirework
Runners 22
Cleaning Inside the Ovens 23
Hints and Tips 23
Cleaning the Outer and Inner Door
Glass Panels 24
To Remove the Outer Door Glass 24
To Replace the Outer Door Glass 25
To Clean the Inner Glass Door 25
Cleaning the Shelves, Wirework Runners
and Grill/Oven Furniture 25
Replacing an Oven Light Bulb 26

Something Not Working 27
Service and Spare Parts 28
Guarantee Conditions 29

FOR THE INSTALLER

Technical Details 30
Installation Instructions 31

Warnings 31
Choice of Electrical Connection 31
Things to Note 32
Preparing Cabinet for Fitting Oven 32
How to Finish Unpacking 33
To Remove Cover of Mains Terminal 33
Connecting to the Mains Terminal 34
Checking Electrical Connections 34
Connecting to a Hob or Cooker Point 34
Fitting into the Space Between Cabinets 35

Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 17
Using Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 17
Things to Note 17
To Fit the Main Fan Oven Shelves 18
Hints and Tips 18

Main Fan Oven Cooking Chart 19
Roasting Chart 20

Fan Controlled Defrosting 21

Using Fan Controlled Defrosting 21
Things to Note 21
Hints and Tips 21

To help you the following symbols will be found in the
text.

Hints and Tips

Safety Instructions

Please read the instruction book carefully before
use and retain for future reference.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

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BUILT-UNDER ELECTRIC DOUBLE OVEN

Electronic Timer

Second Oven
Dual Grill

Control Knob

Control Panel

Main Oven

Your built-under appliance comprises of a conventional oven and dual grill in the top compartment.

The main fan oven can be automatically controlled by the electronic timer.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

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THE CONTROL PANEL

Electronic time

Second Oven/Grill
Selector Control

Second Oven/Grill
Temperature Control

Main Oven
Temperature Control

Second Oven/Grill
Selector Indicator Neon

Second Oven/Grill
Indicator Neon

Main Oven
Indicator Neon

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GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE

The following items of oven furniture have been
supplied with the appliance:-

1 grill pan

1 grill pan handle

1 grill pan grid

1 straight shelf for grilling
and Second Oven cooking

2 straight shelves for
Main Oven cooking

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the lower front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening the door.
Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on
the back or top of some models (where applicable).
The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is
given on the rating plate.

Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance
as this may invalidate the guarantee.

PREPARING TO USE YOUR APPLIANCE

Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft cloth
and hot soapy water and wash the furniture before
use.
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 –
15 minutes at 220°C to burn off any residue from
their surfaces.
The procedure should be repeated with the grill for
approximately 5 – 10 minutes.
During this period and odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.

CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEON(S)

The indicator neon will operate when the grill (where
applicable) or oven(s) is switched on. The indicator
neon will glow. It may turn on and off during use to
show that the setting is being maintained. If the neon
does not operate as the instructions indicate the
controls have been incorrectly set. Return all
controls to zero and reset following the instructions
for the required setting.

CONDENSATION AND STEAM

When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this steam to
escape. However, always stand back from the
appliance when opening the door(s) to allow any
build up of steam or heat to release.
If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface
on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces.

WHEN FIRST SWITCHING ON

The oven has a 24 hour clock. When the oven is first
switched on at the wall the electronic display will
automatically show 12.00, and the 'Time' indicator
neon ( ) will also flash.

THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS

The cooling fan comes on immediately when the grill
is switched on and after a short time when the oven
is in use. It runs on after the controls are switched off
until the appliance has cooled. During the initial
period the cooling fan may turn ON and OFF, this is
quite normal.

Always allow the cooling fan to cool the
appliance down before switching off at the
wall prior to carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance work.

COOKWARE

Baking trays, dishes etc., should not be placed
directly against the grid covering the fan at the back
of the oven.
Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm
(12” x 14”) as they will restrict the circulation of heat
and may affect performance.

HELPFUL HINTS WHEN BUYING AND
PREPARING FOOD

Care must be taken when handling foods in the
home. Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene
to prevent bacterial and microbial growth and cross
contamination when preparing, reheating, cooking,
cooling, defrosting and freezing foods:-

1. Avoid buying chilled or frozen products if you
cannot store them straight away. The use of an
insulated container when shopping is advisable.

2. When you arrive home, place perishable foods in
the refrigerator or freezer immediately. Ensure
they are well covered to prevent them drying out
and to prevent any possible cross contamination
with bacteria from raw to cooked foods.

3. In the kitchen keep work tops, chopping boards
and utensils clean with hot soapy water between
preparation stages. Ideally, keep one chopping
board for raw meat and another for other foods.
Keep your dish cloths and tea towels clean.

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ELECTRONIC TIMER

KEY

A COOK TIME

B END TIME

C COUNTDOWN

DTIME

E DECREASE CONTROL

F SELECTOR CONTROL

G INCREASE CONTROL

NOTE:
The time of day must be set before the main oven

will operate manually.

1. HOW TO SET THE TIME OF DAY

The oven has a 24 hour clock.
When the electricity supply is first switched ON, the

display will show 12.00 and the 'Time' ( ) indicator
neon will flash as Fig. 1.

To set the correct time press the increase control
button ( + ) and if necessary, the decrease control
button ( - ) until the correct time on the 24 hour clock
is reached, e.g. 10.00am as Fig.2. The 'Time' ( )
indicator neon will flash for 5 seconds and then go
out.

A

B

GFE

Fig.1.

C

D

Note: The increase and decrease control buttons
operate slowly at first, and then more rapidly.
They should be pressed separately.

2. HOW TO SET THE COUNTDOWN

The 'Countdown' gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking. This cooking period
may be up to 2 hrs 30 mins. It is not part of the
automatic control.

To set, press the Selector Control button ( ) until
the 'Countdown' indicator neon is illuminated ( )
the display reads 0.00 as Fig.3.

To set the correct time duration depress the increase
control ( + ) until the display indicates the interval to
be timed, e.g. 1hr 45 mins as Fig. 4. If necessary
depress the decrease control ( - ) to achieve the
correct time interval.

NOTE: This must be completed within 5 seconds
of first pressing the Selector Control button.

During the operation of the 'Countdown', the
remaining time period will be shown in the display.
The 'Countdown' will sound intermittently for up to 2
minutes at the end of the timed period. The sound
can be stopped by pressing any button.

Fig.2.

Fig.3.

Fig.4.

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TO CANCEL THE COUNTDOWN

If you change your mind and want to cancel the
'Countdown', press the Selector Control button until
the 'Countdown' indicator neon ( ) flashes and
then the decrease control ( - ) until 0.00 shows in the
display as Fig. 5. The 'Countdown' indicator neon
( ) will continue to flash for a few seconds and
then return to the time of day.

3. SETTING THE OVEN TIMER
CONTROL

The main oven only can be automatically timed.
When using the timer control for the very first time, it
is advisable to let it operate while you are at home.
The displays can be checked to show that it is
operating correctly and you will feel confident to
leave a meal to cook automatically in the future.

A) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH ON

AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY

i) Ensure the electricity supply is switched ON and

that the correct time of day is displayed, e.g.

9.am. as Fig. 6.

ii) Place food in the oven.
iii) To set the length of cooking time, press the

Selector control button ( ) until the 'Cook Time'
indicator neon is illuminated ( ). Press the
increase control ( + ) until the required length of
cooking time is displayed, e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins as
Fig. 7. If necessary depress the decrease control
( - ) until the correct time interval is achieved.

The maximum cooking time is 10 hours.

iv) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will be illuminated.

Remember, this must be completed within 5
seconds of first pressing the Selector Control
button.

v) To set the 'End Time'. Press the Selector Control

button until the 'End Time' indicator neon ( )
flashes. Press the increase control ( + ) until the
required stop time is displayed, e.g. 12.15 p.m.
as Fig. 8. If necessary depress the decrease
control ( - ) until the correct time interval is
achieved.

vi) Release the buttons. The time of day will be

displayed after 5 seconds. The 'Cook Time'
( ) and 'End Time' ( ) indicator neons will
be illuminated.

The 'End Time' must not be more than 23 hours
59 minutes from the time of day. For example, if
the time of day is 09.00 a.m., the latest 'End
Time' would be 08.59 a.m. the next day.

vii) Set the main oven control to the required

temperature. The oven indicator neon should be
OFF.

Fig.5.

Fig.6.

Fig.7.

Fig.8.

NOTE: When the automatic timed period starts,
the oven indicator neon will glow. It may turn on
and off during use to show that the setting is
being maintained.

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B) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH OFF

ONLY

i) Ensure the electricity supply is switched ON and

that the correct time of day is displayed, e.g.

10.00am as Fig. 9.

ii) Place food in the oven.

iii) To set the length of cooking time, press the

Selector Control button until the 'Cook Time'
( ) indicator neon is illuminated. Press the
increase control ( + ) until the required length of
cooking time is displayed, e.g. 2 hrs 15 mins as
Fig. 10. Depress the decrease control ( - ) if
necessary.

iv) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will illuminate and the time of day
will be displayed after 5 seconds.

v) Set the oven temperature. The oven indicator

neon should be ON.

vi) To check the 'End Time' during the cooking

period, simply press the Selector Control button
once and the remaining time will be displayed, as
Fig. 11.

Fig.9.

Fig.10.

4. TO CANCEL AN AUTOMATIC
PROGRAMME

i) To cancel an automatic programme press the

Selector Control button until the 'Cook Time'
indicator neon ( ) flashes. Press the decrease
control ( - ) until the display reads 0.00 as Fig.

12.

ii) Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator

neon ( ) will flash and after 5 seconds return
to the time of day.

iii) Turn off the oven controls.

5. TO RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO
MANUAL

At the end of a timed cooking period, the
indicator neon will flash and an alarm will sound
for up to 2 minutes.

i) To stop the sound press any of the three buttons,

as Fig. 13.

ii) The display will return to the time of day.

iii) Turn off the oven controls.

Fig.11.

Fig.12.

Fig.13.

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FULL WIDTH DUAL GRILL

WARNING – Accessible parts become hot
when the grill is in use. Keep children
away.

The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full
area of the grill can be used, or for economy
purposes, the centre section only can be used when
cooking smaller quantities of food.

USING FULL WIDTH DUAL GRILL

· To operate the grill turn the second oven/grill

selector to full grill.

· Turn the second oven/grill selector to centre

section only.

· Turn the second oven/grill temperature control

knob to the right as far as it will go. This is the
hottest setting.

· To use the grill at lower settings, turn the

temperature control knob to 100°C or 150°C.

THINGS TO NOTE

· The oven light will illuminate.

· The second oven/grill selector neon will

illuminate.

· The indicator neon will glow. It may turn ON and

OFF during use to show that the setting is being
maintained.

· The cooling fan for the controls may operate after

a time.

· We recommend using the grill pan on the shelf in

positions 3 or 5.

· The grill may be used with the door open or with

the door closed.

Ensure the grill pan is properly located.

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