Electrolux OCB450NX User Manual
OCB450NX
EN Microwave combi-oven User Manual
CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................5
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................ 8
4. BEFORE FIRST USE......................................................................................... 8
5. DAILY USE......................................................................................................... 9
6. MICROWAVE MODE....................................................................................... 11
7. CLOCK FUNCTIONS....................................................................................... 14
8. USING THE ACCESSORIES........................................................................... 15
9. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS.............................................................................. 16
10. HINTS AND TIPS........................................................................................... 17
11. CARE AND CLEANING..................................................................................32
12. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................33
13. ENERGY EFFICIENCY.................................................................................. 35
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Thank you for purchasing an Electrolux appliance. You’ve chosen a product that
brings with it decades of professional experience and innovation. Ingenious and
stylish, it has been designed with you in mind. So whenever you use it, you can
be safe in the knowledge that you’ll get great results every time.
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully
read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any injuries or damages that are the
result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the
instructions in a safe and accessible location for future
reference.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of
it appropriately.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when
it operates or when it cools down. Accessible parts are
hot.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, this should
be activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user
maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
• Children aged 3 years and under must be kept away
from this appliance when it is in operation at all times.
1.2 General Safety
• Only a qualified person must install this appliance and
replace the cable.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years
of age shall be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
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• Always use oven gloves to remove or put in
accessories or ovenware.
• Before carrying out any maintenance, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
• Ensure that the appliance is switched off before
replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric
shock.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the glass door since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised
Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid
an electrical hazard.
• Do not activate the appliance when it is empty. Metal
parts inside the cavity can create electric arcing.
• Metallic containers for food and beverages are not
allowed during microwave cooking. This requirement
is not applicable if the manufacturer specifies size and
shape of metallic containers suitable for microwave
cooking.
• If the door or door seals are damaged, the appliance
must not be operated until it has been repaired by a
qualified person.
• Only a qualified person can carry out any service or
repair operation that involves the removal of a cover
which gives protection against exposure to microwave
energy.
• Do not heat liquids and other foods in sealed
containers. They are liable to explode.
• Only use utensils that are suitable for use in
microwave ovens.
• When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep
an eye on the appliance due to the possibility of
ignition.
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• The appliance is intended for heating food and
beverages. Drying of food or clothing and heating of
warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and
similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
• If smoke is emitted, switch off or unplug the appliance
and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
• Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed
eruptive boiling. Care must be taken when handling
the container.
• The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars
shall be stirred or shaken and the temperature
checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
• Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should
not be heated in the appliance since they may
explode, even after microwave heating has ended.
• The appliance should be cleaned regularly and any
food deposits removed.
• Failure to maintain the appliance in a clean condition
could lead to deterioration of the surface that could
adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly
result in a hazardous situation.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
WARNING!
Only a qualified person must
install this appliance.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Follow the installation instruction
supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not pull the appliance by the
handle.
• Keep the minimum distance from the
other appliances and units.
• Make sure that the appliance is
installed below and adjacent safe
structures.
• The sides of the appliance must stay
adjacent to appliances or to units with
the same height.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electrical
shock.
• All electrical connections should be
made by a qualified electrician.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
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• Make sure not to cause damage to
the mains plug and to the mains
cable. Should the mains cable need to
be replaced, this must be carried out
by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Do not let mains cables touch or
come near the appliance door,
especially when the door is hot.
• The shock protection of live and
insulated parts must be fastened in
such a way that it cannot be removed
without tools.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is
access to the mains plug after the
installation.
• If the mains socket is loose, do not
connect the mains plug.
• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• Use only correct isolation devices: line
protecting cut-outs, fuses (screw type
fuses removed from the holder), earth
leakage trips and contactors.
• The electrical installation must have
an isolation device which lets you
disconnect the appliance from the
mains at all poles. The isolation
device must have a contact opening
width of minimum 3 mm.
• This appliance complies with the
E.E.C. Directives.
2.3 Use
WARNING!
Risk of injury, burns and
electrical shock or explosion.
• This appliance is for household use
only.
• Do not change the specification of this
appliance.
• Make sure that the ventilation
openings are not blocked.
• Do not let the appliance stay
unattended during operation.
• Deactivate the appliance after each
use.
• Be careful when you open the
appliance door while the appliance is
in operation. Hot air can release.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet
hands or when it has contact with
water.
• Do not apply pressure on the open
door.
• Do not use the appliance as a work
surface or as a storage surface.
• Open the appliance door carefully.
The use of ingredients with alcohol
can cause a mixture of alcohol and
air.
• Do not let sparks or open flames to
come in contact with the appliance
when you open the door.
• Do not put flammable products or
items that are wet with flammable
products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not use microwave function to
preheat the oven.
WARNING!
Risk of damage to the
appliance.
• To prevent damage or discoloration to
the enamel:
– do not put aluminium foil directly
on the bottom of cavity of the
appliance.
– do not put water directly into the
hot appliance.
– do not keep moist dishes and
food in the appliance after you
finish the cooking.
– be careful when you remove or
install the accessories.
• Discoloration of the enamel or
stainless steel has no effect on the
performance of the appliance.
• Use a deep pan for moist cakes. Fruit
juices cause stains that can be
permanent.
• This appliance is for cooking
purposes only. It must not be used for
other purposes, for example room
heating.
• Always cook with the oven door
closed.
• If the appliance is installed behind a
furniture panel (e.g. a door) make
sure the door is never closed when
the appliance is in operation. Heat
and moisture can build up behind a
closed furniture panel and cause
subsequent damage to the appliance,
the housing unit or the floor. Do not
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close the furniture panel until the
appliance has cooled down
completely after use.
2.4 Care and cleaning
WARNING!
Risk of injury, fire, or
damage to the appliance.
• Before maintenance, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains
plug from the mains socket.
• Make sure the appliance is cold.
There is the risk that the glass panels
can break.
• Replace immediately the door glass
panels when they are damaged.
Contact the Authorised Service
Centre.
• Make sure the cavity and the door are
wiped dry after each use. Steam
produced during the operation of the
appliance condensates on cavity walls
and can cause corrosion.
• Clean regularly the appliance to
prevent the deterioration of the
surface material.
• Fat and food remaining in the
appliance can cause fire and electric
arcing when the microwave function
operates.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do
not use any abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or
metal objects.
• If you use an oven spray, follow the
safety instruction on it's packaging.
• Do not clean the catalytic enamel (if
applicable) with any kind of detergent.
2.5 Internal light
WARNING!
Risk of electrical shock.
• The type of light bulb or halogen lamp
used for this appliance is only for
household appliances. Do not use it
for house lighting.
• Before replacing the lamp, disconnect
the appliance from the power supply.
• Only use lamps with the same
specifications.
2.6 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable
close to the appliance and dispose of
it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent
children or pets from becoming
trapped in the appliance.
2.7 Service
• To repair the appliance contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3.1 General overview
1 3 642 5
12
4
3
1
2
10
11
7
8
9
1
Control panel
2
Power lamp / symbol
3
Knob for the oven functions
4
Electronic programmer
5
Temperature and microwave power
indicator / symbol
6
Knob for the temperature /
microwave power
7
Heating element
8
Microwave generator
9
Lamp
10
Fan
11
Shelf support, removable
12
Shelf positions
3.2 Accessories
Wire shelf
For cookware, cake tins, roasts.
Baking tray
For cakes and biscuits.
4. BEFORE FIRST USE
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
To set the Time of day refer
to "Clock functions" chapter.
4.1 Initial Cleaning
Remove all accessories and removable
shelf supports from the oven.
Refer to "Care and cleaning"
chapter.
Clean the oven and the accessories
before first use.
Put the accessories and the removable
shelf supports back to their initial
position.
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5. DAILY USE
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
5.1 Retractable knobs
To use the appliance, press the control
knob. The control knob comes out.
5.2 Turning the oven on and
off.
1. Turn the knob for the oven functions
to select an oven function. This
automatically turns on the oven with
default settings.
2. Turn the knob for the temperature /
microwave power to set a
temperature.
3. To turn off the oven, turn the knob for
the oven functions to the off position.
5.3 Oven functions
Oven function Application
Off position The appliance is off.
Light To activate the lamp without a cooking function.
Microwave Creates the heat directly in the food. Use it to heat
pre-prepared meals and drinks, to defrost meat or
fruit, and to cook vegetables and fish.
True Fan Cook‐
ing
To bake on up to two shelf positions at the same
time and to dry food. Set the temperature 20 - 40 °C
lower than for Top / Bottom Heat.
Pizza Setting To bake food on one shelf position for a more inten‐
sive browning and a crispy bottom. Set the tempera‐
ture 20 - 40 °C lower than for Top / Bottom Heat.
Conventional
Cooking (Top /
Bottom Heat)
To bake and roast food on one shelf position.
Bottom Heat To bake cakes with crispy bottom and to preserve
food.
Defrost This function can be used for defrosting frozen
foods, such as vegetables and fruits. The defrosting
time depends on the amount and size of the frozen
food.
Grilling To grill flat food and to toast bread.
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Oven function Application
Fast Grilling To grill flat food in large quantities and to toast
bread.
Turbo Grilling To roast larger meat joints or poultry with bones on
one shelf position. Also to make gratins and to
brown.
The lamp may automatically
deactivate at a temperature
below 60 °C during some
oven functions.
5.4 Display
A B C
D
EFG
A. Timer
B. Heat-up and residual heat indicator
C. Microwave function
D. Core temperature sensor (selected
models only)
E. Door lock (selected models only)
F. Hours / minutes
G. Clock functions
5.5 Buttons
Sensor field / Button Function Description
CLOCK To set a clock function.
MINUS To set the time.
MICROWAVE To set the Microwave function. Hold it
for more than 3 seconds to turn on or
turn off the oven lamp. You can turn on
the light also when the oven is turned
off.
PLUS To set the time.
TEMPERA‐
TURE
To check the oven temperature or the
temperature of the core temperature
sensor (if applicable). Use only while
an oven function is in operation.
5.6 Heat-up indicator
When you activate an oven function, the
bars in the display
come on one by
one. The bars show that the oven
temperature increases or decreases.
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6. MICROWAVE MODE
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
6.1 Suitable cookware and materials
For the microwave use only suitable cookware and materials. Use below table as
a reference.
Cookware / Material Microwave Heating
Function
+Micro‐
wave
Defrost‐
ing
Heating Cooking
Ovenproof glass and porcelain with
no metal components, e.g. heatproof glass
Non-ovenproof glass and porce‐
lain
1)
X X X
Glass and glass ceramic made of
ovenproof / frost-proof material
Ceramic2), earthenware
2)
X
Ceramic, porcelain and earthen‐
ware with unglazed bottom or with
small holes, e.g. on handles
X X X X
Heat-resistant plastic up to 200
°C
3)
X
Cardboard, paper X X X
Clingfilm X X X
Roasting film with microwave safe
closure
3)
X
Roasting dishes made of metal,
e.g. enamel, cast iron
X X X
Baking tins, black lacquer or sili‐
con-coated
3)
X X X
Baking tray X X X
4)
Wire shelf X X X
4)
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