Smeg B988E User Manual

Contents

1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE ______________ 23

2. INSTALLATION _________________________________________ 25

3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS ____________________________ 27

4. USE OF THE OVEN ______________________________________ 29

5. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIE S _______________________________ 30

6. COOKING HINTS ________________________________________ 31

7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ___________________________ 37

8. EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENAN CE _________________________ 39

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER: these are intended for the
qualified technician who must install the appliance, set it functioning
and carry out an inspection test.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER: these contain user advice,
description of the commands and the correct procedures for cleaning
and maintenance of the appliance.

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Introduction

1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE

THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE AND
THEREFORE MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN AN ACCESSIBLE
PLACE FOR THE WHOLE WORKING LIFE OF THE OVEN. WE ADVISE
CAREFUL READING OF THIS MANUAL AND ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED
OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DOME STIC
USES AND CONFORMS TO CURRENT REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THE
APPLIANCE HAS BEEN BUILT TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING
FUNCTIONS: COOKING AND HEATING-UP OF FOOD. ALL OTHER USES
ARE CONSIDERED IMPROPER.

THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPROPER
USE.

DO NOT LEAVE THE PACKING IN THE HOME ENVIRONMENT. SEPARATE
THE VARIOUS WASTE MATERIALS AND TAKE THEM TO THE NEAREST
SPECIAL GARBAGE COLLECTION CENTRE.

IT IS OBLIGATORY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO BE GROUNDED
ACCORDING TO THE METHODS REQUIRED BY SAFETY RULES.

WHEN LINKING UP TO MAINS BY PLUG AND SOCKET, MAKE SURE THAT
BOTH ARE COMPATIBLE AND CONNECT BY MEANS OF A POWER CABLE
COMPLYING WITH APPLICABLE REGULATIONS.
THE SOCKET MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN
BUILT IN.

NEVER UNPLUG BY PULLING ON THE CABLE.

DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION OPENINGS AND HEAT DISPERSAL
SLITS.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION CARRY OUT A BRIEF INSPECTION
TEST OF THE OVEN, FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. SHOULD
THE APPLIANCE NOT FUNCTION, DIS CONNECT IT FROM THE SUPP LY AND
CALL THE NEAREST TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTRE.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE.

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ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE CONTROL KNOBS ARE IN THE “ZERO” (OFF)
POSITION WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE OVEN.

NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: THEY COULD BE
ACCIDENTALLY LIGHTED AND CAUSE FIRES.

DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VE RY HOT. TAKE CARE NOT TO
TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN.

THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND
BRAND NAME IS POSITIONED VISIBLY ON THE OVEN DOOR FRAME.

THE PLATE MUST NOT BE REMOVED.

THE OVEN IS DESIGNED FOR USE BY ADULTS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN

TO GO NEAR OR PLAY WITH IT.

REPLACED APPLIANCES MUST BE TAKEN TO A SPECIAL GARBAGE
COLLECTION CENTRE.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons
or things caused by non-observance of the above prescriptions or by
interference with any part of the appliance or by the use of non-original
spares.

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2. INSTALLATION

2.1 Electrical connection

Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings are as per the
indications provided on the label attached to the oven door frame.
This label must never be removed.

It is oblig atory for the el ectrical system t o be grounded according to the
methods required by safety rules.

If a plug and socket connection is being used make sure that the plug
and socket are compatible. Avoid use of adapters and shunts as these
could cause overheating and risk of burns.

If a fixed connection is being used fit power line with an omnipolar circuit
breaker with a contact opening gap equal to or greater than 3 mm in an
easily accessible position in proximity to the oven.

For operation on 230-240V∼:

H05RR-F / H05RN-F type three­(3 x 1.5 mm2).

The cable end to be connected to the
appliance must be provided with an ground
wire (yellow-green) at least 20 mm longer.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons
or things caused by non-observance of the above prescriptions or by
interference with any part of the appliance.

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2.2 Mounting the oven

The oven is designed for mounting into any piece of furniture as long as
heat-resistant. Proceed according to the dimensions shown in figure.

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Fixing is carried out using 4 screws at
the corners "C" of the oven door
frame, after removing the side panels
secured by the screws "A" and the
supports "B". To replace the side
panels, take care to engage the pins
inside them correctly with the supports
"B", then retighten the screws "A".

Never use the oven door to lever the oven into
place when fitting.
Avoid exerting too much pressure on the oven door
when open.

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3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

3.1 Front control panel

All the oven controls are grouped together on the front panel.

FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB

Rotate the knob in either direction to select
desired function from the following:

NO FUNCTION SET

GRILL ELEMENT +
VENTILATION

OVEN LIGHT

UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT

UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT +
VENTILATION

DEFROSTING

GRILL
ELEMENT

THERMOSTAT KNOB

Cooking temperature is selected by turning the
knob clockwise to the desired setting, between
50° and 250°C.

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TIMER KNOB

Lets you choose manual cooking or the timer
with automatic turn-off of the oven when done.
For manual control of cooking time, turn the

knob anticlockwise to the symbol .
To set cooking time turn the knob clockwise.

The numbers from 5 to 90 correspond to
minutes.

Adjustment is progressive and intermediate positions between the
numbers shown may be used.
At the end of programmed cooking, an audible alarm sounds which goes
off automatically after 4-5 seconds.

THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT

When this light comes on, the oven is heating
up.
When this light goes out, the preset heating
temperature has been reached.
When the light flashes, the temperature inside
the oven is steady.

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4. USE OF TH E O VEN

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4.1 Warnings and general advice

Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum
temperature (250°C) long enough to burn any manufacturing oily
residues which could give the food a bad taste.

During cooking, do not cover the bottom of the oven with aluminium or
tin foil and do not place pans or oven trays on it as this may damage the
enamel coating. If you wish to use greaseproof paper, place it so that it
will not interfere with the hot air circulation inside the oven.

To prevent any steam in the oven creating
problems, open the door in two stages: half open
(5 cm approx.) for 4-5 seconds and then fully
open. To access food, always leave the door
open as short a time as possible to prevent the
temperature in the oven from falling and ruining
the food.

4.2 Cooling system

The oven is equipped with a cooling system
which automatically comes on upon the oven
being turned on.
Fans cause a steady outflow of air from above
the door which may continue for a brief period of
time even after the oven has been turned off.

4.3 Oven light

It comes on when the function switch knob is turned to position.

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5. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

The oven features 4 support positions for
plates and racks of different height.

Some models do not feature all accessories.

Grill: useful for holding cooking vessels.

Plate grill: for placing above plate for

cooking foods that might drip.
Oven plate: useful for catching fat from

foods on the grill above.
Pastry plate: for baking cakes, pizza and

oven desserts.
Roasting spit: useful for cooking chicken,

sausages and anything else requiring
uniform cooking over the whole surface.
Only for auxiliary oven.

Main oven rotisserie frame: to be fitted
into the holes provided in the oven dish.

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Accessories available on request

Original accessories may be ordered from any Authorised Service
Centre.

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6. COOKING HINTS

In fan-assisted mode preheating should be carried out at 30/40°C above

the cooking temperature. This considerably shortens cooking times and
reduces power consumption, as well as giving better cooking results.

Keep the oven door closed during cooking

6.1 Traditional cooking

FUNCTION SWITCH

THERMOSTAT SWITCH

50 ÷ 250°C

This traditional cooking method, in which heat comes from above and
below, is suitable for cooking food on a single level. You have to pre­heat the oven until the set temperature is reached. Place the food in the
oven only after the thermostat indicator light has turned off. very fatty
meats may be put in when the oven is still cold. Put frozen meat in
immediately, without waiting for it to thaw. The only precaution you need
to take is to set the temperature about 20°C lower and cooking time
about 1/4 longer than you would for fresh meat.

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6.2 Hot-air cooking

FUNCTION SWITCH

THERMOSTAT SWITCH

50 ÷ 250°C

This system is suitable fo r cooking on se veral levels, in cluding diff erent
types of food (fish, meat etc.), without the tastes and smells mingling. Air
circulation in the oven ensures a uniform distribution of heat. Pre-heating
is not necessary.

Multiple cooking is possible as long as the cooking temperature of the
different foods is the same.

6.3 Grill cooking

FUNCTION SWITCH

THERMOSTAT SWITCH

.

225

Permits rapid browning of foods. You are advised to place the pan in the
highest guide. For short-term cooking of small quantities, place the grid
in the fourth guide from the bottom. For long-term cooking and grills, put
the grid in the lowest guide in accordance with the size of the pieces.

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6.4 Hot-air grillin

FUNCTION SWITCH

THERMOSTAT SWITCH

200

Ensures uniform heat distribution with greater heat penetration into the
food. Food will be lightly browned on the outside and remain soft inside.

Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must
not exceed 60 minutes.

6.5 Defrosting

FUNCTION SWITCH

0

THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION

The flow of air produced by the fan ensures quicker defrosting.
The air circulating inside the oven is at room temperature.

The advantage of defrosting at room temperature is that it does not alter
the taste and appearance of the food.

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6.6 Spit roasting

FUNCTION SWITCH

THERMOSTAT SWITCH

200

Prepare the spit with the food, blocking fork screws A. Insert frame B
into the third guide from the bottom. Remove handle D and position the
spit shaft so that pulley E is guided on the link of frame B in the right
side. Insert the drip tray into the oven as far as it will go until the tip of
the rod is in line with the hole C. Now rock the frames B to insert the tip
of the rod into the drive connection C of the rotisserie motor on the side
of the oven. Pour a bit of water into the pan to avoid smoke from the
dripping.

It is normal for the thermostat light to flash during cooking. This indicates
the temperature inside the oven is regular.

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CAUTION: the frames B must be fitted
as shown in the diagram

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6.7 Recommended cooking table

Cooking times, especially meat, vary according to the thickness and
quality of the food and to consumer taste.

LEVEL

FIRST COURSES

OVEN-BAKED PASTA

MEAT

ROAST VEAL
ROAST PORK
CHICKEN
DUCK
RABBIT
FISH 2 200 ACCORDING

PIZZA 2 250 15-20

DESSERTS

MERINGUES
BISCUITS
PASTRY
SPONGE CAKE
FRUIT PIE

(*) = WITH PREHEATED OVEN

LEVEL
FIRST SURFACE SECOND SURFACE

TOAST
CHICKEN
FISH
TOMATOES OR COURGETTES

TRADITIONAL COOKING

FROM BELOW

2

2
2
2
2
2

2
2
1
2
1

TEMPERATURE

(°C)
200

200
225
200
200
200

125
200
200
175
200

IN MINUTES (*)

TO DIMENSIONS

GRILLING

FROM BELOW

3
3
3
3

TIME IN MINUTES

5
30
18

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TIME

30-35

60-65
70-75
60-65

120-125

90-95

55-60
20-25
25-30
35-45
30-35

5
30
18

8

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LEVEL

FIRST COURSES

OVEN-BAKED PASTA

MEAT

ROAST VEAL
ROAST PORK
CHICKEN
DUCK
RABBIT
FISH 2 175 ACCORDING

PIZZA 2 225 15-20

DESSERTS

MERINGUES
BISCUITS
PASTRY
SPONGE CAKE
FRUIT PIE

HOT-AIR COOKING

FROM BELOW

TEMPERATURE

2

2
2
2
2
2

2
2
1
2
1

(°C)
175

175
200
200
175
175

125
175
175
175
175

TIME

IN MINUTES

30-35

60-65
70-75
60-65

120-125

90-95

TO DIMENSIONS

55-60
20-25
25-30
35-45
30-35

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7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before performing any operations requiring access to powered
parts, switch off the power supply to the machine.

7.1 Cleaning stainless steel

To keep stainless steel in good condition it should be cleaned regularly
after use. Let it cool first.

7.1.1 Ordinary Daily Cleaning

To clean and preserve the stainless steel surfaces, always use only
specific products that do not contain abrasives or chlorine-based acids.
How to use: pour the product on a damp cloth and wipe the surface,
rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin.

7.1.2 Food stains or residues

Do not use metallic sponges or sharp scrapers: they will
damage the surface.
Use normal non-abrasive products for steel, and a wooden or
plastic tool if necessary.
Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin.
Do not allow residues of sugary foods (such as jam) to set
inside the oven. If left to set for too long, they might damage
the enamel lining of the oven.

7.2 Cleaning of the oven

For best oven upkeep clean regularly after having allowed to cool. Take
out all removable parts.

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• Clean the oven grill and side guides with hot water and non-abrasive

• Clean the internal walls of the oven with a soft ammoniac-soaked

• The oven should be operated at the maximum temperature for about

• For easier cleaning, the door can be removed (see P. 8.2)

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detergent. Rinse and dry.
cloth. Rinse and dry. If there are still stains or drops, place a damp

ammoniac-soaked cloth on the bottom of the oven, close the door
and after a few hours wash the oven with hot water and liquid
detergent. Rinse and dry.

15/20 minutes after using specific products, to eliminate the residues
deposited inside the oven.

7.3 Door glass

The door glass should always be kept clean. Use absorbent kitchen
paper to clean. In case of tough spots, clean with a damp sponge using
regular detergent.

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8. EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE

The oven may require extraordinary maintenance or replacement of parts
subject to wear such as seals, bulbs, and so on. The following
instructions describe how to carry out these minor maintenance
operations.

Before any intervention, disconnect the power supply of the device.

8.1 Replacement of light bulb

Remove the bulb protector A by turning anticlockwise and change bulb B
(in the 8-function model with front glass panel change the halogen bulb
C) with a similar one. Re-fit the bulb protector A.

Only use oven bulbs (T 300°C).

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8.2 Removing

Hold the door on both sides with both hands near hinges A and raise levers
B. Lift up the door forming an angle of about 45° and remove. To refit, slide
the hinges A in the grooves, drop the door and release levers B.

8.3 Oven door seal

To permit thorough cleaning of the oven, the seal
may be removed. Before removing the seal, take off
the door as described above. Once the door has
been taken off, lift the tabs at the corners as shown
in the figure.
After cleaning, refit the seal with the longer side
horizontal and insert the tabs into the appropriate
holes starting from the top ones.

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