Bompani Oven Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of an oven from the Bompani collection. This new prod­uct, designed and produced with quality materials, combining innovation and technology, is
intended to assist you in putting your recipes into practice. We therefore ask that you read and
follow the easy instructions which will enable you to achieve excellent results right from the very
first times: they contain important information concerning the safety, use and maintenance of
the appliance.

This instruction manual covers the various versions of the product. Kindly ignore the sections
relating to accessories or instruments not featured on the appliance you have purchased.

Fox Spa of R. Bompani & C. accepts no responsibility for injury or damage
deriving from poor installation or incorrect use of the appliance.

When contacting your dealer for spare parts, it is essential to state the model number and the
serial number, on the nameplate visible when the oven door is opened.

Appliance producers are required to comply with a variety of regulations, and with this in
mind, when possible, in the production of its appliances Bompani includes innovative features
intended to further improve safety and environmental protection.

All Bompani products therefore comply with:

Directive 2006/95/EC applying to electrical products operating on low voltage. •
The directive requires electrical and electronic materials intended for use at voltages
between 50-1000 VAC and 75-1500 VDC to be constructed to proper standards
concerning safety both in the home and in industrial contexts. The Directive applies
to electrical appliances in general, and its main aim is to prevent all risks relating to
the use of electricity;

EUROPEAN• REGULATION 1935/2004, covering materials and objects intended for
contact with foods;

Directive• 2002/95/EC, which aims to limit or prohibit the use of specific hazardous
substances, in the awareness that the value of a product also depends on the social
worth which it generates;

Directive• 2002/40/EC, the reference standard which applies the old Directive
92/75/EEC with regard to the labelling of domestic electric ovens in relation to en­ergy consumption;

Directive 89/336/EEC which relates to electromagnetic compatibly requirements. •
This directive aims to regulate the signals which appliances emit during normal op­eration, and to protect the public telecommunications networks from damage of all
kinds;

D• irective 2002/96/EC (WEEE), concerning waste from electrical and electronic
equipment, in the awareness that appropriate separate disposal ready for recycling
of decommissioned appliances, and environment-friendly processing and disposal of
waste, help to prevent possible harmful impacts on the environment and health and
encourage the recycling of the materials of which the product consists.

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, READ THE
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP THEM IN
A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Each user is responsible for using the appliance purchased correctly and keeping it in good condition.

The appliance must not be used if damaged (see After-Sales Service).•

All repairs must be carried out by one of the manufacturer’s authorised service centres, using •
original spare parts. Failure to comply with these rules may reduce the appliance’s safety.

The appliance may only be connected to the electrical mains by authorised personnel in ac-•
cordance with all relevant regulations concerning electricity supplies, and the legislation con­taining building regulations in force in the various countries.

Disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains before carrying out any cleaning or servic-•
ing operations.

Do not disconnect the plug from the power socket by pulling on the power supply cable; discon-•
nect it gently to avoid breaking the electrical wires inside.

Take care not to place the power supply cables in contact with parts which heat up during use •
or which might cause crushing.

Never keep inflammable, explosive or non heat-proof items such as paper, rags or detergents •
inside the oven; they may catch fire when the oven is used.

Although our product complies with the regulations concerning surface temperatures (“cold •
door”), children should be kept away from the oven’s control panel and door when it is in
operation.

Always wear oven gloves when placing pans in or removing them from the oven.•

Always keep an eye on foods when cooking, since the oils and fats used are easily inflamma-•
ble. Remove fat deposits and other food residues before using the oven again.

Do not place heavy items on the open oven door; this may damage the hinges. •

Damage caused by failure to comply with these instructions is not covered by the warranty •
entitlement.

The appliance must be installed by a qualified person, in
compliance with the relative regulations (Italian Law n. 46 of 05.03.1990 ­System Safety Regulations).

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1.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CORRECT USE
OF THE OVEN

Control panel1.
Selector knob2.
Power on light3.
Timer-minute minder4.
Thermostat light5.
Thermostat knob6.
Grill7.
Oven light8.
Fan9.

CONTROL PANEL FOR BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
with multipurpose oven

Front left-hand plate1.
Rear left-hand plate2.
Selector3.
Minute-minder4.
Thermostat5.
Rear right-hand plate6.
Front right-hand plate7.
Red light8.
Orange light9.

Disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains as for any cleaning or servicing •
operation.
Remove the accessories from the oven.•
Removal all packaging residues, e.g. any polystyrene fragments, from the oven.•

Use commercial solutions which are not harmful for the environment or health; do not use
products with excessively aggressive chemical ingredients.

For subsequent cleaning procedures, refer to the instructions in section 2.

Before starting up the appliance, inspect it carefully for damage. If the damage is due to
transport of the product, notify your nearest after-sales service centre without delay.

product’s appearance are only possible during delivery and commissioning
of the appliance; the purchaser is therefore responsible for checking that it
is in good condition.
In the event of malfunctions, contact the after-sales service without delay,
following the manufacturer’s recommended procedures described in the
After-Sales Service section.

1.2 Oven Accessories

The accessories provided in the oven are:

1. The shelf, which supports the pans for cooking confectionery or roasts, or on which meat
for grilling is placed directly.

2. The dripping pan, used only to collect the juices from food being cooked; it must never
be used as a baking or roasting dish.

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Disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains as for any cleaning or servicing •
operation.
Remove the accessories from the oven.•
Removal all packaging residues, e.g. any polystyrene fragments, from the oven.•

Then proceed as follows:

Remove the shelves from the oven.1.
Clean the oven and accessories with a hot commercial cleaning solution.2.
Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.3.
Put the shelves back in place.4.
Heat the oven for the first time empty with the thermostat at the highest setting 5.
and the door closed for at least 30 minutes. Then switch off the oven, open the
door and ventilate the kitchen. The smell noticed is due to the evaporation of
the substances used to keep the oven in good condition.

Use commercial solutions which are not harmful for the environment or health; do not use
products with excessively aggressive chemical ingredients.

For subsequent cleaning procedures, refer to the instructions in section 2.

Before starting up the appliance, inspect it carefully for damage. If the damage is due to
transport of the product, notify your nearest after-sales service centre without delay.

Repairs under warranty in the event of damage to the
product’s appearance are only possible during delivery and commissioning
of the appliance; the purchaser is therefore responsible for checking that it
is in good condition.
In the event of malfunctions, contact the after-sales service without delay,
following the manufacturer’s recommended procedures described in the
After-Sales Service section.

1.2 Oven Accessories

The accessories provided in the oven are:

1. The shelf, which supports the pans for cooking confectionery or roasts, or on which meat
for grilling is placed directly.

2. The dripping pan, used only to collect the juices from food being cooked; it must never
be used as a baking or roasting dish.

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1.1 First Start-Up

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1.3 Oven Functions

This instruction manual covers the various versions of the product. Kindly ignore the sections
relating to instruments not featured on the appliance you have purchased.
Depending on the model purchased, the front panels of Bompani ovens will carry some of
the following symbols:

Oven light.

The bottom heating element is on. The oven is heated from below only.

The top and bottom heating elements are on.
The oven is heated from above and below, for “conventional cooking”.

The grill function is on. The direct, high temperature of the grill is recommended for
browning foods.

The fan grill function is on; the grill, the top heating element and the fan inside the
oven are all in operation. This function combines heating from a single direction
with forced circulation of the air inside the oven. This prevents the surface of foods
from burning and helps the heat to penetrate. Ideal for baked pasta dishes.

The food defrosting function is on.

Reduced heat fan cooking is on; the circular heating element and the fan inside the
oven are in operation. This function is ideal for proving processes.

Full fan cooking is on; the top and bottom heating elements and the fan inside the
oven are in operation.

The bottom heating element and the fan inside the oven are on. This function is ideal
for cooking pizza (For more information, refer to the section on cooking pizzas).

With the knob on all settings except zero, the red light and the oven light come on.

Use the thermostat knob to set the oven temperature. Except for the defrosting function, the
oven operates at a temperature between 50° and 250°C (some models of oven may have a
Max setting).

When the yellow light on the control panel comes on, the oven is heating up. When the oven
temperature reaches the thermostat setting, the light goes out.
The light may switch on and off several times during cooking to show that the temperature is
being kept stable.

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Safety device

In order to prevent the appliance from overheating, the oven is fitted with a safety device
tripped in the event of a main thermostat failure. This cuts off the electricity supply: do not
attempt to repair the fault yourself; call your nearest Service Centre.

The oven should be left to heat up for at least 10 minutes before food for cooking is placed
inside it.

When cooking in fan mode, two shelves can be filled at the same time. However, if the
amount or type of foods is changed, cooking times also change.

Tangential cooling fan

Some models are fitted with a fan to cool the control panel, the knobs and the oven door
handle. The fan starts up automatically when a temperature of 50° is reached. When it is
in operation, hot air flows out of the vent underneath the control panel. The fan continues to
operate even after the oven has been switched off, until the temperature drops to normal
levels. If the oven is required to cool more quickly, open the oven door once cooking has
finished.

1.4 Using the Cooking Functions

Defrosting

Turn the selector knob to the

symbol and leave the thermostat on zero.
The fan in the bottom of the oven circulates the air around the food at room temperature.
It is ideal for defrosting any type of food, but especially for delicate foods where no heat is
required, such as: frozen cakes, custard or cream cakes and fruit desserts.

Conventional Cooking

Turn the selector knob to the

symbol and set the thermostat on the temperature required.
Heat is delivered from above and below, and the food is cooked evenly.

The oven is heated from below only. This function can be used to complete cooking of
a dish, or for heating up the bottom of a dish. The shelf should be put on the appropriate
runners.

Fan Cooking

Turn the selector knob to the

symbol and set the thermostat on the temperature required.
In this cooking mode, the heat inside the oven is circulated through it by a fan. This provides
more uniform heat distribution, and thus gentler cooking. This function is also useful for
cooking several dishes at once, on different shelves. In this case the top runners and the third
runners from the bottom should be used. When cooking just one dish, place the shelf on
the lowest runners for the best results. This function is ideal for cooking soufflés, which need
delicate, even cooking.

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Grilling

Turn the selector knob to the symbol and set the thermostat on the temperature required.
When the grill function is used, the central part of the top heating element operates.
The grill’s strong direct heat is recommended for foods requiring a high surface tempera­ture (especially meat or fish). This program has low energy consumption and is ideal for
grilling small dishes. The cooking time depends on the type of food and piece size. Refer
to the table below for guidelines.
If you wish to grill meat or fish, coat with a little oil or fat and place them on the shelf.
The oven is heated from below only. The shelf height depends on the thickness of the food.
The dripping pan should be placed on one of the lowest runners, but not too far below the
food. Pour a couple of glasses of water into the dripping pan to prevent the fats and liquids
which fall into it from burning. If water is present, condensation may form on the glass in
the oven door and the sides and rear of the oven. This is normal. However, the condensa­tion should be dried when cooking is complete.

Using the electric grill

To use the electric grill correctly, follow the instructions provided below:

Place the shelf high up and the dripping pan in the bottom of the oven to collect 1.
the cooking residues (juices and/or fats);
Place the food in the middle of the shelf, because it will cook less well if placed 2.
in the corners;
Turn on the grill element;3.
Turn the food over to allow it to cook on the other side.4.

Using the variable grill

To use the variable grill correctly, follow the instructions provided below:

Place the shelf high up and the dripping pan in the bottom of the oven to collect 1.
the cooking residues (juices and/or fats);
Place the food in the middle of the shelf, because it will cook less well if placed 2.
in the corners;
Turn on the grill element; Use the knob C to select the grill temperature; the green 3.
light “A” comes on to indicate that the grill element has been switched on. Use
the knob B to select the grill temperature;
After a few minutes, turn the food over to allow it to cook on the other side.4.

See “Foods for Grilling” table.

All cooking operations must be carried out with the door closed.

Foods for Grilling Time in minutes 1st Side 2nd Side

Thin pieces of meat 6 4
Fairly thick pieces of meat 8 5
Thin fish without scales 10 8
Fairly bulky fish 15 12
Sausages 12 10
Toasted sandwiches 5 2
Poultry 20 15

Cooking with the Rotisserie (Fig 2)

For models with rotisserie, follow the instructions provided below:

To keep the meat tenderer, baste it with broth or oil every so often.
When cooked, screw the handle onto the end of the spit and remove the prong from the
motor hub.

Handle the spit with care because the ends are sharp.

Cooking meat and fish

Meat can be placed in oven-dishes or pans, or straight on the shelf. If using only the shelf,
ALWAYS pour a little water into the dripping pan and fit it onto the runners underneath the
shelf.
The dripping pan will collect the fats which melt during cooking, and the water will prevent
the fats from burning and generating unpleasant smells or smoke.
White meat, poultry and fish generally require cooking at a medium temperature (between
150 and 175 degrees); to cook red meat “rare”, use temperatures between 200 and 220
degrees for short times.

Cooking pizza

To cook pizza, use the
and the fan. This combination heats the oven quickly, with most of the heat delivered from
underneath. If more than one shelf is used at a time, their positions must be swapped halfway
through the cooking process. The recommended temperature is 220° for an average cooking
time of about 15-20 minutes.

Cooking confectionery

Cakes need a medium temperature, from 160° to 180° C.
Before starting cooking, the oven should be left to warm up for about 15 minutes: try not to
open the oven door once cooking has started.

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Cooking with the Rotisserie (Fig 2)

For models with rotisserie, follow the instructions provided below:

Place the dripping pan at the lowest level in the oven;1.
Turn on the grill element;2.
Put the spit through the food to be cooked and fi x it in the middle using the two 3.
prongs;
Place the rotisserie support on the oven runner grilles, or fi t it into the runners moulded 4.
into the sides of the oven;
Insert the tip of the spit into the rotisserie motor hub;5.
Remove the handle;6.
Close the door;7.
Start the motor by turning the knob to the spit setting.8.

To keep the meat tenderer, baste it with broth or oil every so often.
When cooked, screw the handle onto the end of the spit and remove the prong from the
motor hub.

Handle the spit with care because the ends are sharp.

Cooking meat and fi sh

Meat can be placed in oven-dishes or pans, or straight on the shelf. If using only the shelf,
ALWAYS pour a little water into the dripping pan and fi t it onto the runners underneath the
shelf.
The dripping pan will collect the fats which melt during cooking, and the water will prevent
the fats from burning and generating unpleasant smells or smoke.
White meat, poultry and fi sh generally require cooking at a medium temperature (between
150 and 175 degrees); to cook red meat “rare”, use temperatures between 200 and 220
degrees for short times.

Cooking pizza

To cook pizza, use the

function: this programme uses the bottom heating elements
and the fan. This combination heats the oven quickly, with most of the heat delivered from
underneath. If more than one shelf is used at a time, their positions must be swapped halfway
through the cooking process. The recommended temperature is 220° for an average cooking
time of about 15-20 minutes.

Cooking confectionery

Cakes need a medium temperature, from 160° to 180° C.
Before starting cooking, the oven should be left to warm up for about 15 minutes: try not to
open the oven door once cooking has started.

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