Ariston FC 97 P, FB 86 P, FD 97 P, FO 97 P, FD 96 P User Manual

ARISTON

OVENS

FB 86 P
FO 97 P
FC 97 P
FD 96 P
FD 97 P

Multifunction oven with self-cleaning by fast clean

Instruction for installation and use 26

This document contains only the english version, extracted
from a multilanguage handbook

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Safety is a good habit to get into

Before using your appliance, read the instructions in
this owner's manual carefully since it contains all the
instructions you require to ensure safe installation,
use and maintenance. Always keep this owner's
manual close to hand as you may need to refer to it in
the future.

1. This appliance is designed for non-professional,
household use.

2. When you have removed the packing, check whether

the appliance is intact. If you have any doubts, contact a
qualified professional before using the appliance. Never
leave the packing components (plastic bags, polystyrene
foam, nails, etc.) within the reach of children since these
are a source of potential danger.

3. The appliance must only be installed by a qualified
person in compliance with the instructions provided by

the manufacturer. The latter denies all responsibility for
improper installation which may harm persons and animals
and damage property.

4. The electrical safety of this appliance can only be
guaranteed if the latter is correctly and efficiently earthed,
in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always
ensure that the earthing is efficient; if you have any doubts,
call in a qualified technician to check the electrical system
thoroughly. The manufacturer denies all responsibility for
damage resulting from a system which has not been
earthed.

5.The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of heat
must never be obstructed.

6. The user must not replace the power supply cable of
this appliance. Always call an after-sales servicing centre
authorised by the manufacturer in the event of cable
damage or replacement.

7. This appliance must only be used for the purpose for
which it was expressly designed. Any other use (such as
heating a room) is considered to be improper and
consequently dangerous. The manufacturer denies all
responsibility for damage resulting from improper use of
the appliance.

8. A number of fundamental rules must be followed when
using electrical appliances. The following are of particular
importance:

• do not touch the appliance when your hands or feet

are wet

• never use the appliance barefoot, do not use

extensions, but if these are necessary caution must
be exercised.

• never pull on the power supply cable or the appliance

itself to unplug it from the mains socket.

• never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric

agents (rain, sun, etc.).

• do not allow children or persons who are not familiar

with the appliance to use it, without supervision.

9. Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch
off the main switch before cleaning or performing any
maintenance operations.

10. If the appliance malfunctions and/or breaks down, turn
it off. For all repairs, call only an authorised after-sales
service centre and demand the use of original spare parts
only. Failure to comply with the above may compromise
the safety of the appliance.

11. Cut the power supply cable after disconnecting it from
the power mains when you decide not to use the appliance
any longer. Also make all potentially dangerous parts of
the appliance safe, above all for children who could play
with the appliance.

12. Remember to keep children away from the appliance
when you use the grill or oven, since these parts become
very hot.

13. When the appliance is in use, it becomes quite hot.
Take care not to touch the heating elements inside the
oven.

14. Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/”
the appliance is not in use.

15. Use oven gloves to place cookware in the oven or
when removing it;

16. Never use the oven to store inflammable material.

17. Never use flammable liquids such as alcohol or petrol,

etc. near the appliance when it is in use.

¡”position when

First use

The first time you use your appliance, we recommend that you set the thermostat to the highest setting (250°C) and
leave the oven on for about half an hour with nothing in it.
Then let the room air. The odour that is often detected during this initial use is due to the evaporation of substances
used to protect the oven during storage and until it is installed.

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A. The mode selector
B. The temperature selector
C. The programmer

Front view

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The different cooking modes available

ARISTON ovens are equipped with controls and
indicator lights to ease operation, all situated on the
control panel.

THE COOKING MODE SELECTOR

It comprises 10 marks represented in order by the following
pictograms:
«0» : stop

: oven light
: "Traditional"

This is the oldest cooking mode suitable for cooking
individual dishes. Two heating elements (one at the top of
the oven and the other at the bottom) work together.
The air heats up upon contact with these heat sources,
and circulates around the inside of the oven to provide
uniform heat, as the hot, lighter air tends to rise. This is
caused by natural convection. This cooking mode is
especially recommended when cooking simmered recipes
using covered casserole dishes (hotpots, tripe, etc.) or
for Bain Marie cooking (crème caramel, terrines, etc.).
In this case, use the dripping pan as a dish support and
place it on the 2nd rack from the oven bottom.
We recommend you pre-heat the oven before placing your
dishes in it.

: "Pastry"

Only the circular heating element at the back of the oven
and the fan come on to provide delicate heat, suitable for
baking cakes and pastries such as brioches, chocolate
cake, fruitcake, sponge cake, mini cup cakes, meringues,
etc.
In this case, use the dripping pan as a dish support and
place it on the 2nd rack from the oven bottom.
We recommend you pre-heat the oven before placing your
dishes in it.

: "Fast cooking"

The combination of all the heating elements together with
the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of heat throughout
the oven.
This particular cooking mode is ideal for fast cooking
(not requiring any pre-heating) and for cooked dishes
(frozen, pre-cooked food).
In this case, use the dripping pan as a dish support and
place it on the 2nd rack from the oven bottom.

: "Multicooking"

The combination of all the heating elements together with
the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of heat throughout
the oven.
This cooking mode is recommended for cooking several
dishes on more than one rack.
Even if the dishes vary in nature, their respective flavours
are maintained during cooking.
When using this cooking mode, all the dishes should
require the same cooking temperature (you just need to
take them out gradually as each one is ready). When
cooking on two racks, for example, use the dripping pan
as a dish support on the first oven rack from the bottom
and the grid on the third rack from the bottom.
We recommend you pre-heat the oven before placing your
dishes in it.

: "Pizza"

The heating elements (bottom and circular) are turned on
to heat the oven up quickly.
Your pizzas and tarts will benefit from a greater amount
of heat from below, thus guaranteeing the rapid baking of
the dough during cooking. As for the fan, the latter browns
the surface as necessary, making the food even more
appetising.
Use the dripping pan as a dish support and place it on the
1st rack from the oven bottom.
We recommend you pre-heat the oven before placing your
dishes in it.

: "Grill"

The top heating element comes on: the grill goes red and
emits infrared rays just like those contained in sunlight.
In fact, this cooking mode does not essentially intend to
heat up the air inside the oven, but rather to expose the
food directly to these rays.
Use this cooking mode with the oven door closed. We
recommend you start with the oven cold.
The amount of heat radiated is adjustable on the
temperature selector.
Place the dripping pan on the first rack from the bottom in
order to catch any fat or juices that may drip from the dish
and place the grid on one of the top racks depending on
the size of the meat.

: "Gratin"

Only the top heating element comes on, with the emission
of infrared rays. The forced circulation of air caused by
the fan at the back of the oven ensures the uniform
distribution of heat throughout the latter, and all foods thus
benefit from the following at the same time:

• the infrared rays that guarantee the perfect cooking

of the food surface, thus sealing in the tenderness and
juices in the case of meat,

• the hot air that also allows for the food to be cooked

thoroughly via conduction.

This cooking mode is recommended when cooking roasts

(red or white meats), and for poultry.

Place the grid on the 2nd rack from the oven bottom as a
support for the meat and the dripping pan on the 1st rack
from the bottom to catch any dripping fat or juices.
Always place your food in the oven when it is cold.

If your furnace is equipped with a rotisserie, you can use
it with the functions grill and gratin. Always keep the oven
door shut when using the rotisserie and start with the oven
cold in order to avoid scalding yourselves when positioning
the spit.
Place the dripping pan on the 1st oven rack from the bottom
to catch any dripping fat or juices and position the rotisserie
on the 3rd rack from the oven bottom (please see the next
paragraph for instructions on positioning the rotisserie).

When using the "grill" or "gratin" modes, remember
to keep children away from the accessible parts of
the appliance as they become very hot.

: fast clean

This process cleans the oven fully.
For further details on the oven's fast clean properties,
please see page 31.

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