99646391 EN - 06/08
OS8440
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Instructions for use
Steam Oven
ASKO 803OS84401
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet all of your expectations and full fill your needs
for many years to come.
The Scandinavian design is a combination of clean lines, everyday
functionality and high quality. This is the hallmarks for all of our
products and this is why they are so highly appreciated all over the
world.
To get the most out of your new ASKO product, we recommend that
you read the installation and operating instructions before using the
machine.
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Information for user
STEAM COOKING
Overview
Steam cooking presents nothing but advantages if you follow the instructions for use.
Healthy and natural, steam cooking preserves the full flavour of foods. A delicate sauce or
aromatic herb seasonings add that something extra that makes the difference.
This kind of cooking releases no odours. There is no need to season the cooking water
with herbs or spices; however, you can flavour a fish by placing it on a bed of seaweed or
make a savoury poultry dish by adding a bunch of rosemary or tarragon.
You can simultaneously cook meat, fish and vegetables.
Steam cooking gently reheats pasta, rice and mashed potatoes with no risk of food
sticking or drying out.
It facilitates cooking custard creams and tarts, rice pudding... covered with aluminium foil,
the condensation water does not add moisture to the preparations.
There is no need to season before cooking, not even the steam water.
To make meat look more appetising, quickly brown it on all sides with hot butter in a pan.
Compared to boiling, steam offers nothing but advantages:
It is quick: cooking starts immediately whereas for food in a water-filled dish, the cook
time only begins counting down once the water returns to a full boil.
It is healthy: vitamins (those that are water soluble) and minerals are well preserved
because they scarcely dissolve in the condensation water that touches the food.
Moreover, no fats are used for this type of cooking.
The steam maintains the taste of food. It does not add odours, nor the taste of the grill or
the pan. Furthermore, it takes nothing away because the food is not diluted in the water.
Words of advice: there is no point in using this cooking method to prepare fish that is not
fresh or vegetables left in the refrigerator for a week: the results will be catastrophic!
therefore do not hesitate to save both time and money by cooking items side by side, but
without touching. For example, you can cook a fish next to a dessert.
Steam is also appropriate for blanching, defrosting and reheating or even holding warm,
especially sauces.
First use a very small amount of fat to heat meats like poultry, veal and pork so that they
take on an appetizing browned appearance. Then finish cooking them using the steam
method.
Cut into pieces, food cooks faster and more evenly than if left whole.
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Safety instructions
This appliance is intended for Domestic
Cooking use and should be used in
accordance with the information and
instructions included within this manual.
Any deviation from this may result in
damage or personal injury.
This oven was designed for use by private
persons in their homes. It is intended
solely for cooking foodstuffs. This oven
does not contain any asbestos-based
components.
This appliance is not intended for use by
children, the elderly or infirm or persons
with reduced physical sensory or mental
capabilities unless supervised by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure
they don’t play with the appliance.
During use some external parts of this
appliance become hot. They can remain
hot for some time after the oven has been
turned off. Care should be taken to avoid
burns.
Children should be kept away at all time
during use and in the cool down periods
to safeguard against burns
When you receive the appliance, unpack it
or have it unpacked immediately. Give it
an overall inspection. Make note of any
concerns or reservations on the delivery
slip and make sure to keep a copy of this
form. Your appliance is intended for
standard household use. Do not use it for
commercial or industrial purposes or for
any other purpose than that for which it
was designed.
Do not modify or attempt to modify any of
the characteristics of this appliance. This
would be dangerous to your safety.
Keep young children away from the
appliance while it is in operation. In this
way you will avoid the danger of them
being burned by knocking over cooking
recipients. Never pull your appliance by
the door handle. During cooking, ensure
that the door of your oven is completely
closed so that the seal can do its job
properly.
When in use, the appliance becomes hot.
Do not touch the heating elements located
inside the oven. In doing so, you would
run the risk of suffering serious burns.
When placing dishes inside or removing
them from the oven, use heat-protective
kitchen gloves.
At the end of cooking, do not touch the
dishes with bare hands.
Do not place heavy weights on the open
oven door, and make sure that children
are able neither to climb nor sit on it.
The oven must be turned off when
cleaning inside the oven.
Intensive and prolonged use of the
appliance may give rise to the need for
additional ventilation, by opening a
window, or by increasing the power of the
mechanical fan.
Additionally to the accessories supplied
with your oven, only use dishes which
resist high temperatures (follow the
manufacturer’s instructions).
After using your oven, make sure that all
the controls are in their stop position.
Never use steam or high-pressure devices
to clean the oven (requirement imposed
by electrical safety concerns).
Information for user
Caution
Installation, maintenance or repairs
should be carried out only by a
suitably recognized qualified person.
This appliance is designed to be built
in and fastened securely so as to
prevent tipping:
See - Installers Information.
Keep this user guide with your
appliance. If the appliance is ever sold
or transferred to another person,
ensure that the new owner receives the
user guide. Please become familiar
with these recommendations before
installing and using your oven. They
were written for your safety and the
safety of others.
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List of contents
Describe your oven p.5-7
Submitting your oven p.5-6
Accessories p.7
Using your oven p.8-14
Using the programmer p.8
How to set the time p.8
Cooking immediate p.9
Defrosting p.10
Tips p.11
How to cook deferred p.12
Using the timer function p.13
Adjusting brightness p.14
Table cooking oven p.15-16
What if ... p.16
For the installer p.16-18
Connecting p.17
Flush p.18
Maintenance and cleaning
your oven p.19-20
Cleaning the chute p.19
Change the bulb p.20
After-sale 21
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Description of your appliance
Indicator
panel
Tank
Display
Steam
generator
Water supply
tube
Channel
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Description of your appliance
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1. Steam cooking control
2. Defrosting button
3. Start/Stop control
4. Time and delay display
or timed period
5. Steam cooking symbol
6. Cooking time symbol
7. End of cooking time symbol
8. Temperature display
9. +/- controls for timer
10. Selector button : SET
11. Autonomous timer
12. Water circuit problem signal
13. Defrosting symbol
14. Display of the cooking period or
delayed start time
15. Control panel locked
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Caution
Use of water that is low in calcium will
make cleaning your oven easier.
The use of distilled water is forbidden
(not suitable for food use).
Accessories
Tank for the independent water supply
of your oven.
It can hold about 1 litre (maximum level).
Removable tank
Food dish (fig.1)
Pierced stainless steel cooking dish to
prevent contact between food and
condensation water.
Condensate dish (fig.2)
Dish to recover the condensation water
When cooking place the fig.1 dish on
the fig.2 dish in reverse order so that they
do not fit into each other (see diagram).
When storing place the fig.1 dish on the
fig.2 dish in the same order so that they fit
into each other.
Grid (fig.3)
Stainless steel removable support grid: it
must be placed in the oven.
The cookware may be cleaned in the
dishwasher.
fig.3
fig.1
fig.2
Tin ware
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Setting the time
The first time the oven is turned
on:Set the time.The display flashes on
12.00.
Use the + and - buttons to adjust the time.
Exemple : 12H30
Validate with SET“ ”.The time is
displayed.
Press on the + and - buttons
simultaneously until the time starts
to flash.Adjust the time using the +
and -button.“ ”
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Adjust the time using the + and -button.
Validate with SET“ ”.
Caution
If the time set is not validated by the
SET button, it is automatically recorded
after one minute.
How to use your oven
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The symbol comes on. When the
temperature is reached, 100°
becomes constant, and a beep
sounds.
Validate with the START button.
Adjust the cooking time as
necessary ( minimum 5 min and
maximum 60 min by pressing on +
and - button
Press the button
A time of 25 minutes is
suggested.
Attention
You MUST IMPERATIVELY fill the water
tank up to the maximum level before
starting cooking. Put the tank back in
place, and push it as far as possible until
it CLICKS INTO PLACE.
Cooking immediately
Operational principle
The water contained in the tank reaches
the cavity via a tube. This water is
transformed into steam on contact with a
hot surface placed in the lower part of the
cavity:
the steam generator.
There is no need to add water to the
cooking dish. To
guarantee TRUE STEAM COOKING, your
oven is supplied with a set of specially
designed for cookware to
perfection.
When cooking, the appliance gets hot. Hot
steam may escape when you open the
door of the appliance. Keep children out of
the way.
Steam coockin
Steam cooking at 100°C.
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Caution
In order to avoid altering the results of the
cooking, avoid opening the appliance door
during cooking.
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How to use your oven
Defrosting
Defrosting at 60°C.
Press the button
A time of 40 minutes is
suggested.
Adjust the cooking time as
necessary ( minimum 5 min and
maximum 60 min by
pressing on + and - button.
Validate with the START
button.
The symbol comes on. When
the temperature is reached, 60°
becomes constant, and a beep
sounds
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3
4
Modifying the
cooking time
At the end of cooking
0m00s displays. The display animation
stops. Beeps are heard for a 3 minute
period.
To stop the beeps, press on STOP and
open the door.
Stopping the appliance
during cooking
During cooking, you can modify the
cooking time by using the + and - buttons.
You can stop the cooking at all times by
pressing on START/STOP (hold the button
down for about 1 second).
If the steam production has not yet started
(about 1 minute), the oven will stop
immediately and the time setting will
disappear.
If the steam production has already
started, the time passes to 3 minutes and
during this period, the steam evacuates
before you open the oven.
You MUST IMPERATIVELY empty
the tank
In order to make sure the oven is
reliable, the fan continues to operate
for a certain period after the end of
cooking.
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How to use your oven
In case of problems related to the water
circuit during cooking, the 'no water'
symbol appears and a beep sounds.This
fault is specifically related to:
- an empty tank,
- a wrongly-fitted tank.
After checking these two points, the
cooking will recommence automatically
after the door.
Managing the wate
Freeze small portions; defrosting will be
faster, more homogenous and quality will
be preserved. When semi-defrosted, you
can turn over the food items or spread
them out (for example vegetables patties).
Protect pastries with a cling wrap or keep
the original packaging. Wipe fish and
sausages before grilling: humidity stops
them from becoming golden brown. For
large pieces (roasts, etc.) proceed in
steps by turning the piece over several
times and adjust the time accordingly.
Reheating
You can reheat a cooked dish in your
steam oven. The dish will not dry out, will
not become overcooked and will not
splatter or stick. Adjust steam sequence at
100°C, place the dish or plate on the grill,
protect with aluminium foil or cling wrap to
avoid drops of water accumulating and
heat for 20 to 25 minutes depending on
the dish and your preferences.
Examples:
A plate of sauerkraut: 20 min.
A bowl of soup (300 ml): 20/25 min
Advice
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The time and the end of cooking
time symbol display and flash. The
adjustment of the end of cooking
time is now possible:
Press the + or - buttons
For example : 12h00
Validate with the SET
button.
Adjust the cooking time as
necessary ( minimum 5 min and
maximum 60min) by pressing on +
and - button.For example : 20 min.
How to use your oven
Comment faire une cuisson
différée ?
Steam cooking at 100°C.
You can program the cooking time so that
your dish is ready at a time of your choice.
For example:
It is 12h05 o'clock, and you have to go
out, your dish should be ready at 13
o'clock and it will take 20 minutes to cook.
Press the button . A time of 25
minutes is suggested.
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Validate with the SET
button.
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Validate with the SET button.
The time and the end of cooking time
become constant.
The symbol for the length of cooking time
displays.
Modification of cooking time and the
end of cooking time
You can consult or modify the length of
cooking time and the end of cooking time,
at all times.
To cancel the programming, press
START/STOP.
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How to use the timer
How to use your oven
Your oven is fitted with an electronic
timer that is independent of the
operation of the oven, and allows time
to be counted down.
This function is independent of your oven.
It can not order the end of automatic
cooking.
However, this function can be used even
during operation of the oven. In this case,
the display of the timer is given priority
over the display of the time.
Hold the SET button down for a few
seconds. 00m00s and the timer
symbol flash.
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Adjust to the period required
(maximum 9 minutes and 50
seconds) using the + and - buttons.
After a few seconds, the timer counts
down the time.
Once the time has run out, beeps will
sound every few seconds. 0m00s
displays and flashes.
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The beeps can be stopped by holding
down SET or START.
Once the countdown has started, you can
modify the time remaining by holding
down SET then pressing the + or buttons.
To cancel the timer, hold SET down for a
few seconds, then return the time to
0m00s.
Modifying and stopping the timer
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Cooking times
Artichokes (Small)
TIME
Whatever the quantity
Asparagus
Broccoli
Carrots
Celeriac
Pumpkin
Mushrooms
Courgettes
Chinese artichokes
Spinach
Chicory
Fennel
Green beans
Turnips
Fresh peas
Potatoes
40 to 45 min .
35 to 40 min.
18 min.
20 to 22 min.
25 to 30 min.
15 to 20 min.
15 min.
10 to 15 min.
20 min.
20 min.
35 min
30 min.
22 min.
30 to 35 min.
15 to 20 min.
20 to 25 min.
25 min.
40 to 45 min.
placed upside down in the dish
for the tips, reduce the cooking time
in little flowerets
in fine slices
in fine slices
in cubes
in slices
core removed and cut in two lengthwise
cut in 2
cubed
Leeks
25 min.
cut in 2
sliced
whole
• These times depend
on the nature, size and
freshness of the
vegetables. Follow
the instructions given
in the "Preparation"
column.
• The cooking time is
the same regardless of
the quantity to be
cooked.
For example :
1 or 4
artichokes, same
cooking time.
• To check how well
done the food is, test
the thickest part of the
vegetable; if it is
cooked, it will not
resist.
(fresh) stir during cooking
(frozen) “ “ “
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Cabbage
30 to 35 min.
22 min.
30 to 35 min.
Brussels sprouts
Flowers in little bunches
Green shredded
in fine strips
VEGETABLES
PREPARATION
REMARKS
Scallops
TIME
Mussels/Whelks
Crabs/Lobster/
Dublin Bay
Prawns
10 to 12 min.
20 to 25 min.
25 min.
30 to 35 min.
12 to 15 min.
with aromatic herbs
with aromatic herbs
/
according to weight
/
• Arrange the shellfish
on a grill or glass dish,
and add a few
aromatic herbs
• Arrange seafood on a
bed of seaweed.
SHELLFISH
PREPARATION
REMARKS
Apples/ pears/
peaches
TIME
puree
Custards
10 to 15 min.
25 min.
10 min.
whole, peeled
strips of fruit
in ramekins
Time according to
ripeness
FRUITS
CUSTARDS
PREPARATION
REMARKS
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Pike
TIME
Cod/hake
Sea bream
Haddock
Herring
Monkfish
Lotte
Mackerel
Whiting/cod
Skate
25 to 30 min.
13 to 15 min.
20 to 25 min.
15 min.
20 min.
15 to 20 min.
15 min.
20 min.
15 min.
25 to 30 min.
whole (1kg)
steaks (180g)*
whole (1kg)
fillets
whole (200g)
steaks (180 g)
whole (250g)
• *Steaks :slices of fish 2
or 3 cm thick
(180/200g) per person.
• Always insist on very
fresh
products
• Place whole fish
directly into the dish or
on bay leaves, fennel or
other herbs.
• At the end of cooking,
remove the skin which
will come away easily.
according to thickness
fillets
FISH
PREPARATION
REMARKS
Mullet
Mullets
Dogfish
Salmon
Sole
Tuna
Whole trout (1kg)
15 min.
10 min.
20 min.
15 to 20 min.
10 to 12 min.
20 to 25 min.
20 to 25 min.
whole (200g)
fillets
thick slice (6 to 10 cm long)
steaks (180/200 g)
steaks (180/200 g)
whole
(200g)
13 to 15 min.
fillets
Beef
TIME
Pork (filet mignon)
Poultry (breast, fillet)
(Paupiettes)
Sausages
15 to 30 min.
25 min.
20 to 25 min.
25 min.
20 min.
Joint
800 gr.:
55 to 60 min.
Chicken drumsticks
:
35 to 40 min.
Turkey roast joint : 50 to 60 min.
Morteau 400 g piece
• The brown under
grill in another dish.
MEATS/
EGGS
PREPARATION
REMARKS
Black pudding
10 to 15 min.
Place directly in a dish, covered with water or milk. The steam is not sufficiently wet to saturate these foodstuffs
that swell. Place a sheet of aluminium foil over the dish to protect it from the droplets of water.
TIME
•Separate grains with a
fork at the end of the
cooking.
RICE, PASTA
COUCOUS
PREPARATION
REMARKS
Rice pudding
30 min.
100g of washed rice - 20 cl of milk - 2
dessertspoons of sugar
Couscous
20 min.
200g (1/4 litre of water)
7 min.
5 to 6 min.
8 min.
Boi
led eggs : Place directly on the grill.
S
oft-boiled: Place directly on the grill.
Fried eggs : broken in an individual dish on the grill and cover with
cling film
Eggs
eggs that are very fresh
and stored at room
temperature
10 to 12 min.
Hard / Cocotte see detailed recipes.
Cooking times
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How to maintain your oven
Troubleshooting
WHAT SHOULD YOU
DO?
POSSIBLE
CAUSES
The light doesn't work.
Water or steam
leaking from the door
during cooking.
- Change the bulb.
- Switch the oven on at the
mains.
- Change the fuse.
The bulb needs
replacing.
The oven is not
switched on at the mains.
The fuse has blown.
The door is not shut
correctly.
The door seal is
faulty.
- Contact the After-Sales
Service.
IF YOU REALIZE THAT
In all cases, if you are unable to solve the problem yourself, please contact the
After-Sales Service without delay.
The display panel is not lit
up.
A fault in the oven
electrical supply.
Electric card out of
order.
- Check that the tank has
been pushed in completely.
- Contact the After-Sales
Service.
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How to install your oven
Electrical
connection
For a permanent connection, make sure a
system of disconnection that complies
with the installation regulations. The
appliance must be placed in such a way
as to leave the plug
accessible if it is flush-fitted.
Use of an earthed power socket,
connected in compliance with current
safety standards
Your installation must be fitted with a 10
amp device for thermal protection.
Do not use the oven if the supply cord or
its plug are damaged. In this case, they
must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
after-sales service or similarly
qualified persons, to avoid any danger.
Operating voltage ............................................................. 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Total power of oven .......................................................................... 2,78 kW
Energy consumption
-Heating to 100°C and maintaining temperature for 1 hour ............... 0,71 kWh
Inside dimensions of oven
Width .............................................................................................. 38,5 cm
Height ............................................................................................. 18,2 cm
Depth .............................................................................................. 33,5 cm
Usable volume ............................................................................. 23,5 litres
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How to install your oven
Housing
NB
The oven may be housed either under
a work surface or built into a column
that is open* or closed with a suitable
opening.
Your oven works at its best and produces
excellent results when cooking and
cleaning itself, if its air circulation is not
compromised:
• The oven must be centred in the unit so
that there is a minimum distance of 5 mm
between it and the surrounding unit.
• The housing unit or its outer surface must
be capable of withstanding heat.
• To ensure the oven rests firmly in the
housing, screw it to the housing unit using
the holes on the side uprights provided
(see diagram).
To do this:
Remove the rubber stoppers
masking the fixing holes.
To prevent the housing unit
splintering, drill two holes 3 mm in
diameter in the wall of the housing
unit opposite the fixing holes.
Attach the oven using the two
screws.
Conceal the hole using the rubber
stoppers. (These also help to
cushion the closing of the oven
door).
(*) If the housing unit is open at the back, the gap
must not be more than 70 mm.
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550
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400
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450
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How to maintain your oven
How to maintain your oven
Cavity (after each use)
Wipe out the cavity with a dry cloth after
the steam generator has cooled or leave
the cavity to dry out with the door open.
Water supply tube (Once per month)
Remove the water supply tube by
unscrewing it.
Remove any scale that may have formed
on the inside (using a fine, pointed object
such as a skewer or
knitting needle).
Steam generator tube (Once per month)
Pour half a glass of spirit vinegar onto the
generator.
Leave to work for a few minutes, clean
and rinse with water.
Do not use sponges, abrasive powder, or
descaler.
Cleaning the channel
Dismantle this channel by pulling
upwards. Wipe it and replace it, using the
three notches
provided for this purpose.
The oven must not be cleaned with a
steam cleaner.
Caution
- Make sure the oven is switched off and
not hot.
- Avoid touching heating elements.
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Before proceeding to manual cleaning
your oven, let cool.
In general, abrasive powder and metal
sponges and sharp objects are banned.
Changing the bulb
The bulb is by the far right
corner.
- Turn the cover slightly anticlockwise (left).
- Unscrew the bulb the same way.
The bulb is a :
- 15 W
- 220-240 V
- 300°C
- Douille E14
Change the bulb and reassemble
the unit making sure the seals are
positioned correctly.
- Switch the oven back on at the mains.
Caution
Always switch the oven off at the mains
before
changing the bulb in order to safeguard
against electric shocks.
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How to maintain your oven
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After-self service
REPAIRS
I
nterventions Any repairs that are made to
your appliancemust be handled by a
qualified professionalauthorised to work on
the brand. When youcall, mention your
appliance’s complete refe-rence (model,
type, serial number). This infor-mation
appears on the manufacturer’s name-plate
(Fig.1).SPARE PARTSDuring maintenance
work, request the exclu-sive use of
certified genuine replacementparts.
BRANDT APPLIANCES SAS
7 rue Henri Becquerel
MADE IN FRANCE
92500 RUEIL MALMAISON
230V ~ 50 Hz
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