Thermador MEDS301WS Instruction Guide

Use and care

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Use and care manual

Safety Definitions ....................................................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 5

Proper Installation and Maintenance .............................. 5

Fire Safety ....................................................................... 5

Burn Prevention .............................................................. 6

Child Safety ..................................................................... 7

Cleaning Safety ............................................................... 7

Cookware Safety ............................................................. 7

State of California Proposition 65 Warning: ................... 7

Causes of Damage ...................................................... 8

Protecting the Environment ....................................... 8

Saving Energy ................................................................. 8

Tested for You in Our Cooking Studio ........................ 9

Cakes and Small Baked Items ......................................... 9

Silicone Molds ................................................................. 9

Recommended Setting Values ........................................ 9

Heating Modes - Steam Oven .................................. 10

Heating Modes - Steam Oven ...................................... 10

Steam Programs ............................................................ 13

Steam Oven Cooking Charts ........................................ 15

Heating Modes - Conventional Oven ....................... 20

Heating Modes - Conventional Oven ........................... 20

Conventional Oven Cooking Charts ............................. 26

Troubleshooting ....................................................... 32

STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY .... 33

What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to .......... 33

How Long the Warranty Lasts ....................................... 33

Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy ................... 33

Out of Warranty Product .............................................. 33

Warranty Exclusions ...................................................... 33

THERMADOR® Support ........................................... 34

Service ........................................................................... 34

Parts and Accessories ................................................... 34

Safety Definitions

9 WARNING

Safety Definitions

This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.

9 CAUTION

This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.

NOTICE: This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a result of non-compliance with this advisory.

Note: This alerts you to important information and/or tips.

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WARNING

When properly cared for, your new appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must be followed, including those in the following pages.

Proper Installation and Maintenance

Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.

This appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. Refer to Installation Instructions for details.

This appliance is intended for normal family household use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the manufacturer.

Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables or nonfood products in or near this appliance. It is specifically designed for use when heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in injury.

Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized servicer.

Do not obstruct oven vents. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless

specifically recommended in this manual. Refer all servicing to an authorized servicer.

In the event of an error the display will show an error code. If pressing the TIMERS button does not resolve the error, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and call Customer Service.

WARNING

To avoid injury from hinge bracket snapping closed, be sure that both levers are securely in place before removing door. Also, do not force door open or closed the hinge could be damaged and injury could result.

WARNING

Make sure the appliance and lights are cool and power to the appliance has been turned off before replacing the light bulb(s). Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns. The lenses (if equipped) must be in place when using the appliance. The lenses (if equipped) serve to protect the light bulb from breaking. The lenses (if equipped) are made of glass. Handle carefully to avoid breaking. Broken glass can cause an injury.

WARNING

Light socket is live when door is open if main power supply is not turned off. To avoid electric shock disconnect main fuse or circuit breaker before accessing light bulb(s).

Fire Safety

WARNING

NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.

If materials inside an oven or warming drawer should ignite, keep door closed. Turn off the appliance and disconnect the circuit at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

When removing the door make sure oven is cool and power to the oven has been turned off before removing the door. Failure to do so could result in burns.

The oven door is heavy and fragile. Use both hands to remove the oven door. The door front is glass. Handle carefully to avoid breaking.

Grasp only the sides of the oven door. Do not grasp the handle as it may swing in your hand and cause injury or damage.

Failure to grasp the oven door firmly and properly could result in personal injury or product damage.

Lay the door on a flat smooth surface so that the door cannot fall over. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the appliance.

WARNING

Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in overheating the appliance. Never use the appliance for storage.

Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen. In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,

drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames. Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,

highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance. Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires

with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be burned.

DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels – a violent steam explosion will result.

Use an extinguisher ONLY if:

- You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how to operate it.

- The fire is small and contained in the area where it started.

- The fire department is being called.

- You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.

Burn Prevention

DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN - Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing, potholders, or other flammable materials contact heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns. Among these surfaces are oven vent openings, surfaces near these openings and oven doors.

Exercise caution when opening the appliance. Standing to the side, open the door (or drawer) slowly and slightly to let hot air and/or steam escape. Keep your face clear of the opening and make sure there are no children or pets near the unit. After the release of hot air and/or steam, proceed with your cooking. Keep doors shut unless necessary for cooking or cleaning purposes. Do not leave open doors unattended.

Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Build-up of pressure may cause the container to burst and cause injury.

Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. Always use oven mitts, when the oven is warm. If a rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact the heating elements.

CAUTION

To avoid possible injury or damage to the appliance, ensure rack is installed exactly per installation instructions and not backwards or upside down.

potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

WARNING

SCALDING HAZARD Movement when opening the appliance door and when

removing the cookware can cause hot liquid to spray out. Do not stand too close to the appliance when opening it. Open appliance door carefully. Remove cookware carefully. Keep children away.

Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning. Tie long hair so that it does not hang loose, and do not wear loose fitting clothing or hanging garments, such as ties, scarves, jewelry, or dangling sleeves.

Use caution when cooking foods with high alcohol content (e.g. rum, brandy, bourbon) in the oven. Alcohol evaporates at high temperatures. There is a risk of burning as the alcohol vapors may catch fire in the oven. Use only small quantities of alcohol in foods, and open the oven door carefully.

WARNING

RISK OF SCALDING Hot liquid may spill over the sides of cooking

accessories when they are removed from the oven cavity. Carefully remove cooking accessories with oven mitts.

WARNING

RISK OF SCALDING Hot steam can escape when you open the appliance

door. Steam is not visible at certain temperatures. Do not stand too close to the appliance when opening it. Open the appliance door with caution. Keep children away.

WARNING

RISK OF BURNS Hot steam can leak during operation. Do not touch the

ventilation openings. Keep children away.

WARNING

RISK OF SCALDING Even after switching off, the water on the oven bottom is

still hot. Do not wipe up water from oven bottom immediately after use. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning it.

Always use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let

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Child Safety

When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.

Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on any part of an appliance, especially a door, warming drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage the appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially causing severe injury.

Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely supervised by an adult. Children and pets should not be left alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or not the appliance is in use.

WARNING

Items of interest to children should not be stored in an appliance, in cabinets above an appliance or on the backsplash. Children climbing on an appliance to reach items could be seriously injured.

Cleaning Safety

Risk of severe burns! Do not clean the appliance immediately after turning it off. The water in the bottom of the oven cavity is still hot. Wait until the appliance has cooled down.

Keep oven free from grease build up.

WARNING

RISK OF INJURY Scratched glass in the appliance door can burst. Do not

use any glass scrapers or strong or abrasive cleaning agents.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Moisture entering the appliance can cause an electrical

shock. Don't use a high-pressure cleaner or steam cleaner.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. The burning of gas cooking fuel and the elimination of soil during self-cleaning can generate some by-products which are on the list. To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate this unit according to the instructions contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation.

Cookware Safety

Do not place food directly on oven bottom. Follow the manufacturer’s directions when using cooking

or roasting bags.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Use of a wrong meat probe can damage the insulation.

Use only the meat probe intended for this appliance.

Ovenware must be heat and steam resistant. Silicone baking pans are not suitable for conventional heating mode with added steam.

When using Steam mode with a perforated cooking pan, always slide the universal pan in rack position 1 or 2. The universal pan will catch any drippings.

The oven bottom must always remain clear. Always place ovenware on the rack or in the perforated cooking pan.

State of California Proposition 65 Warning:

WARNING

This product can expose you to chemicals including vinyl chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Birds have very sensitive respiratory systems. Keep pet birds out of the kitchen or other rooms where kitchen fumes could reach them. During self-clean, fumes are released that may be harmful to birds. Other kitchen fumes such as overheating margarines and cooking oils may also be harmful.

When self-cleaning, confirm that the door locks and will not open. If the door does not lock, do not run SelfClean. Contact service.

Do not block the oven vent(s) during the self-cleaning cycle. Always operate the unit according to the instructions in this manual.

Causes of Damage

NOTICES

▯ Do not place accessories, foil, greaseproof paper or

ovenware on the oven cavity bottom. This will prevent the oven from heating properly resulting in increased cooking (or baking and roasting) times and overheat the oven cavity bottom causing damage to the enamel.

▯ Aluminum foil: Aluminum foil in the oven cavity must

not come into contact with the door glass. This could cause permanent discoloration of the door glass.

▯ Water in a hot oven cavity: Do not pour water into the

oven cavity when it is hot. This will cause steam. The change in temperature can cause damage to the enamel.

▯ Moisture in the oven cavity: Over an extended period

of time, moisture in the oven cavity may lead to corrosion. Allow the oven cavity to dry after use. Do not keep moist food in the closed oven cavity for extended periods of time. Do not store food in the oven cavity.

▯ Cooling with the appliance door open: Following

operation at high temperatures, only allow the oven cavity to cool down with the door closed. Do not use anything to block the door from closing. Even if the door is only left ajar, the front of nearby furniture may become damaged over time.

Only leave the oven cavity to dry with the door open if a large amount of moisture was produced during operation.

▯ Fruit juice: When baking juicy fruit pies, do not pack

the dish too generously. Dripping fruit juice leaves stains that cannot be removed. If possible, place on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.

▯ Dirty gasket: If the steam oven door gasket is dirty, the

appliance door may not close properly during operation. The fronts of adjacent cabinets could be damaged. Always keep the gasket clean.

▯ Appliance door: Do not sit on the appliance door, or

place or hang anything on it. Do not place any cookware or accessories on the appliance door. The appliance door should never be used as a seat, shelf or worktop.

▯ Inserting accessories: Depending on the appliance

type, accessories can scratch the door glass when closing the door. Always fully slide accessories into the oven cavity.

▯ Transporting the appliance: Do not carry or hold the

appliance by the door handle. The door handle cannot support the weight of the appliance and could break.

Protecting the Environment

Your new appliance is energy-efficient. Here you can find tips on how to save even more energy when using the appliance, and how to dispose of your appliance properly.

Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.

Saving Energy

▯ You may remove unneeded oven racks or accessories

from the oven cavity before cooking. This will reduce the amount of preheat time required.

▯ Open the appliance door as infrequently as possible

when the appliance is in use.

▯ It is best to bake several cakes one after the other

while the cavity is still warm and the oven does not need to preheat again.

▯ Keep your oven clean and avoid grease buildup as

this may lengthen preheat times and increase emissions.

Tested for You in Our Cooking Studio

This chapter is a selection of dishes and the ideal settings for them along with the proper heating methods and temperatures best suited for the dish. Information on suitable cooking accessories and the proper rack level in the oven along with tips about cookware and preparation is provided.

Note: A lot of steam can build up in the oven cavity when cooking food.

Your appliance is very energy-efficient and radiates very little heat to its surroundings during operation. Due to the high difference in temperature between the appliance interior and the external parts of the appliance, condensation may build up on the door, control panel, or adjacent kitchen cabinet panels. This is normal. Open the door slowly and carefully when operating the oven.

Cakes and Small Baked Items

The appliance offers a range of heating types for the preparation of cakes and small baked items. The ideal settings for many dishes can be found in the settings tables.

Only use original accessories supplied with the appliance. These have been tailored to the cooking compartment and the operating modes of the appliance.

Wire Rack Insert the wire rack with the open side facing the appliance door and the curved lip pointing downwards. Always place cookware, baking pans and dishes on the wire rack.

Baking pans Shiny aluminum baking pans are most suitable.

Baking pans, ceramic and glass dishes extend baking time and can cause the food to not brown evenly.

Parchment Paper Only use parchment paper that is suitable for the selected temperature. Always cut parchment paper to size.

Note: Baking times cannot be reduced by using higher temperatures. Cakes or small baked items would only be cooked on the outside, and would not be fully baked in the middle.

Preheating is necessary for cakes and baked goods. Do not place your food or accessories into the oven cavity until it has finished preheating. Preheating is not required for meats or frozen convenience foods when using the appropriate modes.

If you wish to follow one of your own recipes when baking, you should use similar baked goods in the table as a reference. Additional information can be found in the baking tips table.

Remove unused accessories from the oven cavity. This will ensure that you achieve the best possible cooking results.

Silicone Molds

For optimal cooking results, shiny aluminum bakeware is recommended.

If using silicone molds, follow the manufacturer's instructions and recipes. Silicone molds are often smaller than normal baking pans. Quantity and recipe specifications may vary.

Silicone molds are unsuitable for steam-assisted cooking and steaming.

Recommended Setting Values

The table lists the optimal heating mode for food items. The temperature and baking time depend on the amount and consistency of the food. For this reason, setting ranges are indicated. Try using the lower values to start with. A lower temperature results in more even browning. You can increase the temperature next time if necessary.

Heating Modes - Steam Oven

Here, you can find descriptions of heating modes and recommendations for best cooking results.

Also refer to the cooking charts following this section for more information.

Only use original accessories supplied with your appliance. These have been tailored to the oven cavity and operating modes of your appliance.

Steam- assisted baking

Certain types of baked item (e.g. yeast-risen pastries) get more and more glossy if baked with the Add Steam mode. The baked item does not dry out as much.

Steam-assisted baking is only possible on one rack. Some food turns out best if they are baked in several

stages. These dishes are indicated in the table.

True Convection

True Convection cooks with heat from a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven evenly by the convection fan.

True Convection is well suited for baking individual serving-sized foods such as cookies and biscuits. It is also good for baking on multiple racks (2 or 3) at the same time. Baking cookies on all racks simultaneously is possible. In this case, the baking time increases slightly.

Tips:

▯ Reduce recipe temperature by 25°F (5°C). Refer to

the cooking charts at the end of the manual for more information.

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Place food on baking sheets with low sides or in

shallow, uncovered pans.

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

Convection Bake

Convection Bake uses heat emitted from the upper and lower heating elements. The convection fan distributes heat evenly throughout the oven cavity.

Convection Bake is well suited for cakes, breads, casseroles and entrees. It is also recommended when cooking on multiple racks since the heat from the top and bottom of the oven are distributed evenly with help of the fan.

Tips:

▯ Reduce recipe temperature by 25°F (5°C). Refer to

the cooking charts at the end of the manual for more information.

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Place food on baking sheets with low sides or in

shallow, uncovered pans.

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

Bake

In Bake mode, the upper and lower elements cycle to maintain the oven temperature. Bake mode can be used to prepare a variety of food items from cake and pastries to casseroles.

Tips:

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Baking time will vary with the size, shape and finish of

the bakeware. Shiny aluminum bakeware is recommended for optimal food results. Dark metal pans or nonstick coatings will bake faster and with darker results. Insulated bakeware will lengthen the bake time for most foods.

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

Convection Roast

Convection Roast uses heat from the top and bottom elements as well as heat circulated by the convection fan.

This mode is well suited for preparing tender cuts of meat and poultry. It is also suitable for roasting vegetables. Using Convection Roast can help reduce cooking time by as much as 25% and allows for rich golden browning on the food.

Tips:

▯ Preheating the oven is not necessary. ▯ Let meat stand covered with foil for 10-15 minutes

after removing it from the oven.

▯ If meat is browned to your liking but not yet

done, place foil over the meat to prevent overbrowning.

▯ Use a broil pan with a rack and grid or a shallow

uncovered pan with a rack for roasting.

▯ Do not cover meat or use cooking bags. ▯ Check doneness early since roasting time may

decrease. Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for examples.

▯ Use the same temperature as indicated in the recipe. ▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Roast

Roast uses both the upper and lower elements to maintain the oven temperature. Roasting uses more intense heat from the upper element than the lower element. This results in more browning of the exterior while the inside remains especially moist.

Roast is suited for meat and poultry and less tender cuts of meat.

Tips:

▯ Preheating the oven is not necessary. ▯ Use a high sided broil pan or roasting pan. Cover with

a lid or foil for less tender cuts of meat.

▯ For less tender cuts of meats, add liquids such as

water, juice, wine, bouillon or stock for flavor and moisture.

▯ Roasting bags and using a lid are suitable for this

mode.

▯ When roasting whole turkey or chicken, tuck wings

behind back and loosely tie legs with kitchen string.

Convection Broil

Convection Broil combines intense heat from the upper element with heat circulated by a convection fan.

This mode is well suited for cooking thick, tender cuts of meat, poultry and fish. It is not recommended for browning breads, casseroles and other foods. Always use Convection Broil with the door closed.

Tips:

▯ Preheat oven 3-4 minutes. Do no preheat for more

than 5 minutes.

▯ Steaks and chops should be at least 1 ½" (3 cm)

thick.

▯ Use a broil pan and grid or a deep pan with a metal

rack for broiling.

▯ Turn meats once during cook time. Fish does not need

to be turned.

▯ Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex); it cannot tolerate

the high temperature.

▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Broil

Broil uses intense heat radiated from the upper element. The Broil Mode is best suited for cooking thin, tender

cuts of meat (1” or less), poultry and fish. It can also be used to brown breads and casseroles. Always broil with the door closed.

Tips:

▯ Preheat oven 3-4 minutes. Do no preheat for more

than 5 minutes.

▯ Steaks and chops should be at least ¾" (2 cm) thick. ▯ Brush fish and poultry with butter or oil to prevent

sticking.

▯ Use a broil pan and grid or a deep pan with a metal

rack for broiling.

▯ Turn meats once during cook time. Fish does not need

to be turned.

▯ When top browning casseroles, use only metal or

glass ceramic dishes such as CorningWare.

▯ Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex); it cannot tolerate

the high temperature.

▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Pizza

Use Pizza mode for fresh or frozen pizza. During this mode, heat from the upper and lower elements is circulated throughout the oven cavity by the convection fan.

Tips:

▯ There may be a slight decrease in baking time. Check

before minimum package time.

▯ When baking a frozen pizza:

▯ For crispy crust, place the pizza directly on the rack. ▯ For a softer crust, use a pizza pan.

▯ When proofing pizza dough, coat dough with olive oil

and cover it in a bowl tightly with plastic wrap to prevent crust formation.

▯ Sprinkle cornmeal on the pizza pan to prevent sticking. ▯ If using a pizza paddle, sprinkle the paddle liberally

with cornmeal to help transfer the dough to the pan.

▯ If par baking handmade pizza dough, prick the dough

with a fork before baking.

Speed Convection

Speed Convection uses all heating elements with the convection fan to evenly distribute heat throughout the oven cavity. This mode is recommended for frozen convenience foods and does not require preheating. When using Speed Convection in a double oven, only one cavity is available at a time.

By cooking with Speed Convection you can decrease your overall cooking time since preheating is not necessary. Foods are evenly browned and crisp on the outside.

Tips:

▯ Cook all foods in a cold, non-preheated oven. The

food will still be done in package time.

▯ Follow the package instructions for time and

temperature.

▯ Frozen foods sold in microwaveable containers should

not be used.

▯ Cook food items on rack 3 unless directed otherwise

by the food manufacturer.

Slow Roast

Slow Roast uses the upper and lower elements at low temperatures to gently cook meat. Meat will be evenly cooked throughout.

This mode is best suited for large boneless cuts of meat. Place cookware in the oven and allow the oven to heat up for about 10 minutes. Sear meat on the cooktop on all sides, then place into the preheated cookware.

Dehydrate Chart

Dehydrate

Dehydrate dries heat with a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven by the convection.

Use Dehydrate to dry and/or preserve foods such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. The oven stays on 24 hours before shutting off automatically.

Tips:

▯ Dry most fruits and vegetables at 150°F (65°C). Dry

herbs at 100°F (40°C). Refer to the Dehydrate chart for examples.

▯ Drying times vary depending on the moisture and

sugar content of the food, the size of the pieces, the amount being dried and the humidity in the air. Check food at minimum drying time.

▯ Multiple drying racks (not included) can be used

simultaneously.

▯ Treat fruits with antioxidants to avoid discoloration.

Food Item Preparation Approx.

Test for doneness Drying time (hours)

Fruit

Apples Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups

11 - 15 Slightly pliable

water. 1/4" (6 mm) slices

Bananas Dipped in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 cups

11 - 15 Slightly pliable

water. 1/4" (6 mm) slices

Cherries Wash and towel dry. For fresh cherries,

10 - 15 Pliable, leathery, chewy

remove pits

Orange Slices 1/4" (6 mm) slices 12 - 16 Skins are dry and brittle,

fruit is slightly moist

Pineapple rings, canned Towel dried 9 - 13 Soft and pliable Pineapple rings, fresh Towel dried 8 - 12 Soft and pliable Strawberries Wash and towel dry. Sliced 1/2" (12 mm)

12 - 17 Dry and brittle

thick, skin (outside) down on rack

Vegetables

Peppers Wash and towel dry. Remove membrane of

peppers, coursely chopped about 1" pieces

Mushrooms Wash and towel dry. Cut off stem end. Cut

15 - 17 Leathery with no

moisture inside 7 - 12 Tough and leathery, dry

into 1/8" (3 mm) slices

Tomatoes Wash and towel dry. Cut thin slices, 1/8"

15 - 20 Dry, brick red color

(3 mm) thick, drain well

Herbs

Oregano, Sage, Parsley,

Rinse and dry with paper towel Dry at 100°F

Thyme, Fennel

Basil Use basil leaves 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm)

from the top. Spray with water, shake off moisture and pat dry

(38°C), 4 - 6 hours

Dry at 100°F (38°C), 4 - 6 hours

Crisp and brittle

Warm

In Warm, the upper and lower elements maintain a low temperature in the oven cavity in order to keep food at serving temperature.

This mode can be used to keep cooked foods warm until ready to serve. Foods that should be kept moist should be covered with a lid or with aluminum foil.

Steam

During steaming, hot steam surrounds the food and prevents the loss of nutrients from the food. The shape, color, and aroma of the dishes are retained.

You can cook a whole meal at once without different flavors or aromas mixing. Place the food with the longest cooking time in the appliance first and delay the rest until the appropriate cooking time. The overall cooking time will be extended with this feature, as steam escapes each time the oven door is opened and has to be reheated.

If the water tank runs dry during steam, the operation is interrupted. Fill the water tank. Once the water tank is placed back into the oven cavity, steaming will resume.

Steam Convection

This mode uses the upper and lower elements along with the convection fan to move the hot air around the cavity. Steam is added to help with the cooking process. With added steam the food becomes crispy on the outside while remaining juicy and tender on the inside.

If the water tank runs dry during steam, the operation is interrupted. Fill the water tank. Once the water tank is placed back into the oven cavity, steaming will resume.

Final Fermentation

Place the dough into the oven on the rack level indicated in the specific cooking charts in the section Steam Oven Cooking Charts or Conventional Oven Cooking Charts.

Wipe moisture from the oven cavity before baking.

Defrost

This mode is suitable for defrosting frozen fruit and vegetables. Poultry, meat and fish should ideally be defrosted in the refrigerator.

Auto Convection Conversion

True Convection and Convection Bake modes require a 25° F (5 °C) reduction in temperature. Auto Convection Conversion reduces the temperature you enter automatically.

Enter the package or recipe temperature when setting the mode. The oven control calculates the correct temperature for these modes automatically by reducing the input temperature by 25° F (5 °C). This is then shown in the display.

Steam Programs

Preparing food is very easy using the various programs. Select a program either directly through the appliance or by using the Home Connect App. Enter the food’s weight or amount. The program then runs automatically and notifies you when your food is finished cooking.

To achieve the best results, the oven cavity must not be too hot for the type of food selected. If the cavity is too hot, a message will appear on the display. Allow the oven cavity to cool down and start again.

Reheat

Reheat mode uses steam to gently reheat. It tastes and looks as though it has been freshly prepared. Baked items from the day before can be re-crisped.

Use containers that are flat and heat resistant. Cold containers prolong the re-heating process.

When possible, only reheat dishes of the same size and type at the same time. If this is not possible, use the required time for the food item with the longest reheating time. Place the food in the cookware onto the wire rack on rack position 1.

Do not open the oven door during operation, steam will escape.

Proof

Dough will proof more quickly using Proof mode. It will also ensure the dough will not dry out. Only start Proof mode when the oven compartment has fully cooled down.

Allow yeast dough to proof twice. Use the table for setting recommendations for both proof processes.

Dough Fermentation

Position the dough bowl on the wire rack. Use the settings indicated in the table. Do not open the oven door during the proofing process as moisture will escape. Do not cover the dough.

9 WARNING

RISK OF SCALDING Hot steam can escape when you open the

appliance door. Steam is not visible at certain temperatures. Do not stand too close to the appliance when opening it. Open the appliance door with caution. Keep children away.

Information on the Settings

▯ The cooking result depends on the quality of the food

and the type of cookware. For an optimal cooking result, use food that is fresh. For frozen food, use food straight out of the freezer only.

▯ For some dishes, you will be required to enter the

weight. The appliance will then apply the time and temperature settings for you. It is not possible to set weights outside of the intended weight range.

▯ Recommendations are provided on cookware, shelf

position or the addition of liquid when cooking meat. Some food requires turning or stirring, etc. during cooking. This is shown in the display shortly after operation starts. An audible signal will remind you at the right time.

▯ Information on the right kind of cookware to use and

tips and tricks for the preparation can be found in the Cooking Charts Use and Care Guide provided with your appliance. You may also touch the INFO button on the control panel for this information.

Selecting a Dish

The following table shows the available categories and dishes.

Categories Dishes Baked goods,

Desserts

Fruit compote Rice pudding

Breads White bread

Multigrain bread Rye bread Fresh bread rolls Frozen bread rolls Braided loaf Flat bread

Reheat Pizza - thin crust

Pizza - deep dish

Defrost Berries Special items Soft-boiled eggs

Hard-boiled eggs

Categories Dishes Vegetables Steamed cauliflower florets

Steamed green beans Steamed broccoli florets Steamed green asparagus Fresh brussel sprouts Sliced carrots Fresh artichokes Steamed fresh spinach Snow peas

Potatoes Un-peeled boiled potatoes

Boiled potatoes

Cereals and grains Basmati rice

Brown rice Long grain rice Couscous Risotto, Arborio rice

Poultry Whole chicken - fresh

Chicken breasts

Beef Sirloin - fresh

Pot roast - fresh

Pork Roast - fresh Lamb Leg of lamb- fresh Fish Fresh fish - whole

Fresh fish - fillets Frozen fish - fillets Shellfish Shrimp

Steam Oven Cooking Charts

Cakes and Pastry

Dish Bakeware/Accessories Rack

Position

Cakes

Round Layer Cake 8" or 9" round pan 3 Convection

Heating Mode/ Symbol

Bake

Round Layer Cake, 2 racks One cake per rack

8" or 9" round pan 1 & 3 Convection

Bake

Sheet Cake 9" X 13" pan 3 Convection

Bake

Angel Food Cake 10" tube pan 1 Bake

Cheesecake 9" springform cake pan 2 Bake

Bundt Cake 12 cup Bundt cake pan 2 Bake

Sugar Cookies cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Sugar Cookies, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Sugar Cookies, 3 racks cookie sheets 1, 2 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Chocolate Chip Cookies cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Chocolate Chip Cookies, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Chocolate Chip Cookies, 3 racks cookie sheets 1, 2 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Oatmeal Cookies cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Oatmeal Cookies, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Oatmeal Cookies, 3 racks cookie sheets 1, 2 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Temp. in °F (°C)

325° (160°)

375° (190°)

325° (160°)

325°-350° (160°-180°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

25-35

35-50

40-50

35-50

7-10

8-17

7-10

Dish Bakeware/Accessories Rack

Position

Brownies 8” or 9” square pan 3 Convection

Heating Mode/ Symbol

Bake

Small Baked Items

Cup Cakes 12 cup muffin pan 3 True

Convection

‚

Cup Cakes, 2 racks 12 cup muffin pans 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Muffins 12 cup muffin pan 3 True

Convection

‚

Muffins, 2 racks 12 cup muffin pans 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Scones cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Scones, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Biscuits cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Biscuits, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Puff Pastry cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Puff Pastry, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Crescent Rolls cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Crescent Rolls, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Cream Puffs cookie sheet 3 True

Convection

‚

Cream Puffs, 2 racks cookie sheets 1 & 3 True

Convection

‚

Temp. in °F (°C)

325° (160°)

350° (180°)

375° (190°)

325° (160°)

400° (200°)

350° (180°)

400° (200°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

33-40

12-18

15-20

20-25

12-20

20-25

8-15

23-33

Dish Bakeware/Accessories Rack

Position

Pies

Pie Crust 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Heating Mode/ Symbol

Bake

Pie with Fruit Filling 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Bake

Frozen 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Bake

Meringue 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Bake

Pecan 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Bake

Pumpkin 9” pie pan 2 Convection

Bake

Temp. in °F (°C)

475° (245°)

375° (190°)

350° (180°)

425° (220°)then 350° (180°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

8-12

45-60

65-80

10-15

45-60

35-45

Entrees

Casseroles casserole dish 3 Bake

Quiche quiche dish 2 Bake

Frozen Foods

Convenience Foods universal pan 3 Speed

Convection

Convenience Foods, 2 racks universal pan

baking sheet

2 & 4 Speed

Convection

Pizza

Pizza, fresh pizza pan

baking stone

Pizza, ready-made pizza pan 3 Pizza

3 Pizza

Pizza, frozen directly on rack 3 Pizza

Breads

Dinner Rolls cookie sheet

9” x 13” pan

3 True

Convection

‚

Sweet Rolls cookie sheet

9” x 13” pan

3 True

Convection

‚

recipe temperature

375° (190°)

on package package

425° (220°)

400°-425° (200°-225°)

350° (180°)

325° (160°)

recipe time

30-40

time

recipe time

package time

15-19

20-25

Dish Bakeware/Accessories Rack

Position

Quick Bread, Loaf 8” x 4” loaf pan 2 Convection

Heating Mode/ Symbol

Bake

Yeast, Loaf 8” x 4” loaf pan 2 Convection

Bake

Cornbread 8” x 8” pan 3 Bake

Meats, Poultry and Fish

Temp. in °F (°C)

350° (180°)

400° (200°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

40-60

20-30

Dish Cookware/

Accessories

Beef

Rib Eye, boneless 3-4.5lb, medium rare

Rib Eye, boneless 3-4.5lb, medium

Rump Roast, sirloin

2.5-5.5lb, medium rare

Tenderloin 2-4lb, medium rare

New York Strip Steak 1" thick, medium rare

New York Strip Steak 1" thick, medium

New York Strip Steak

1.5" thick, medium rare

New York Strip Steak

1.5" thick, medium

Hamburger

0.75”-1” thick, medium

roasting pan 2 Convection

broil pan 3 Broil

broil pan 3 Convection

broil pan 3 Broil

Rack Level

Heating Mode/Symbol

Roast

Äþ

Roast

‰

Broil

‡

Broil

‡

‰

Temp. in °F (C°)

325° (160°)

425° (220°)

525° (275°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

26-31/lb 10-15 145°

30-38/lb. 10-15 160°

18-33/lb 10-15 145°

15-24/lb 10-15 145°

Side 1: 5-8 Side 2: 4-6

Side 1: 8-9 Side 2: 5-7

Side 1: 8-13 Side 2: 10-15

Side 1: 11-16 Side 2: 6-9

Side 1: 6-9 Side 2: 4-6

Rest Time

(Cover)

End Internal Temp.

(65°)

(70°)

(65°)

145° (65°)

160° (70°)

145° (65°)

160° (70°)

Lamb

Leg, boneless 2-6lb, medium rare

roasting pan 2 Convection

Roast

325° (160°)

25-35/lb 10-15 145°

Roasting times are approximate and may vary depending on the shape of the meat. Stuffed turkey requires additional roasting time. The minimum safe temperature for stuffing in

poultry is 165°F.

*To prevent over-browning, cover with foil while roasting. Note: : Internal food temperatures are USDA recommended temperatures as measured by a

digital cooking thermometer.

(65°)

Dish Cookware/

Accessories

Leg, boneless 2-6lb, medium

roasting pan 2 Convection

Rack Level

Heating Mode/Symbol

Roast

Lamb Chop 1” thick, medium rare

Lamb Chop, 1” thick, medium

Pork

Pork Tenderloin 2-3lb

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

broil pan 2 Convection

Roast

Pork Loin 4-5lb

broil pan 3 Convection

Roast

Pork Loin 4-5lb

broil pan 2 Convection

Roast

Pork Chops 1” thick, medium rare

Pork Chops 1” thick, medium

Pork Chops

1.5” thick, medium rare

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

broil pan 3 Convection

Broil

‡

Pork Chops

1.5” thick, medium

broil pan 3 Convection

Broil

‡

Italian Sausages broil pan 3 Broil

‰

Temp. in °F (C°)

325° (160°)

525° (275°)

425° (220°)

350° (180°)

500° (260°)

450° (230°)

525° (275°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

30-40lb 10-15 160°

Side 1: 6-10 Side 2: 5-7

Side 1: 9-11 Side 2: 5-9

15-28/lb 10-15 160°

12-25/lb 10-15 145°

16-30/lb 10-15 160°

Side 1: 5-9 Side 2: 8-11

Side 1: 6-10 Side 2: 9-12

Side 1: 7-11 Side 2: 6-9

Side 1: 9-13 Side 2: 6-10

Side 1: 4-7 Side 2: 3-5

Rest Time

(Cover)

End Internal Temp.

(70°)

145° (65°)

160° (70°)

(70°)

(65°)

(70°)

145° (65°)

160° (70°)

145° (65°)

160° (70°)

Poultry

Chicken whole, 4-6lb

roasting pan 2 Convection

Roast

375° (190°)

12-22/lb 180°

Cornish Hens 1-1.5lb

roasting pan 2 Convection

Roast

350° (180°)

40-70/lb 180°

Chicken Breast, bone-in broil pan 3 Convection

Broil

525° (275°)

Side 1: 15-20 Side 2: 10-18

‡

Chicken Thighs, bone-in broil pan 3 Broil

‰

Roasting times are approximate and may vary depending on the shape of the meat. Stuffed turkey requires additional roasting time. The minimum safe temperature for stuffing in

poultry is 165°F.

*To prevent over-browning, cover with foil while roasting. Note: : Internal food temperatures are USDA recommended temperatures as measured by a

digital cooking thermometer.

525° (275°)

Side 1: 14-16 Side 2: 12-14

(80°) in thigh

(80°) in thigh 170° (75°)

180° (80°)

Dish Cookware/

Accessories

Turkey, unstuffed

roasting pan 1 Convection

10-16lb*

Rack Level

Heating Mode/Symbol

Roast

Temp. in °F (C°)

325° (160°)

Cooking Time in Minutes

9-14/lb 15-20

Turkey Breast, bone-in 4-10lb

roasting pan 2 Convection

Roast

325° (160°)

17-25/lb 180°

Fish

Fish Fillet 1” thick

Fish Steak 1” thick

Roasting times are approximate and may vary depending on the shape of the meat. Stuffed turkey requires additional roasting time. The minimum safe temperature for stuffing in

poultry is 165°F.

*To prevent over-browning, cover with foil while roasting. Note: : Internal food temperatures are USDA recommended temperatures as measured by a

digital cooking thermometer.

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

broil pan 3 Broil

‰

525° (275°)

11-15 145°

10-13 145°

Rest Time

(Cover)

for easy carving

End Internal Temp.

180° (80°) in thigh

(80°) in thigh

(60°)

Heating Modes - Conventional Oven

True Convection

True Convection cooks with heat from a third element behind the back wall of the oven. The heat is circulated throughout the oven evenly by the convection fan.

Tips:

▯ Reduce recipe temperature by 25°F (5°C). Refer to

the cooking charts at the end of the manual for more information.

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Place food on baking sheets with low sides or in

shallow, uncovered pans.

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

Convection Bake

Convection Bake uses heat emitted from the upper and lower heating elements. The convection fan distributes heat evenly throughout the oven cavity.

Convection Bake is well suited for breads, casseroles and entrees. It is also recommended when cooking on multiple racks since the heat from the top and bottom of the oven are distributed evenly with help of the fan.

Tips:

▯ Reduce recipe temperature by 25°F (5°C). Refer to

the cooking charts at the end of the manual for more information.

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Place food on baking sheets with low sides or in

shallow, uncovered pans.

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

Bake

In Bake mode, the upper and lower elements cycle to maintain the oven temperature. Bake mode can be used to prepare a variety of food items from cake and pastries to casseroles.

Tips:

▯ Always preheat the oven if the recipe recommends it. ▯ Baking time will vary with the size, shape and finish of

▯ Allow at least 1" to 1½" (2 to 3 cm) of air space

around all sides of the pan.

▯ Eliminate heat loss from the oven by using the window

to periodically check for doneness instead of opening the door.

▯ When baking four layer cakes at the same time,

stagger pans on two racks so that one pan is not directly above the other. For best results use Bake mode. Place the cakes on racks 3 and 5, staggering the cakes in the oven as shown below.

▯ Do not cover meat or use cooking bags. ▯ Check doneness early since roasting time may

decrease. Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for examples.

▯ Use the same temperature as indicated in the recipe. ▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Roast

Roast is suited for meat and poultry and less tender cuts of meat.

Tips:

▯ Preheating the oven is not necessary. ▯ Use a high sided broil pan or roasting pan. Cover with

a lid or foil for less tender cuts of meat.

▯ For less tender cuts of meats, add liquids such as

water, juice, wine, bouillon or stock for flavor and moisture.

▯ Roasting bags and using a lid are suitable for this

mode.

▯ When roasting whole turkey or chicken, tuck wings

behind back and loosely tie legs with kitchen string.

Convection Roast

Convection Roast uses heat from the top and bottom elements as well as heat circulated by the convection fan.

Tips:

▯ Preheating the oven is not necessary. ▯ Let meat stand covered with foil for 10-15 minutes

after removing it from the oven.

▯ If meat is browned to your liking but not yet

done, place foil over the meat to prevent overbrowning.

▯ Use a broil pan with a rack and grid or a shallow

uncovered pan with a rack for roasting.

Convection Broil

Convection Broil combines intense heat from the upper element with heat circulated by a convection fan.

Tips:

▯ Preheat oven 3-4 minutes. Do no preheat for more

than 5 minutes.

▯ Steaks and chops should be at least 1 ½" (3 cm)

thick.

▯ Use a broil pan and grid or a deep pan with a metal

rack for broiling.

▯ Turn meats once during cook time. Fish does not need

to be turned.

▯ Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex); it cannot tolerate

the high temperature.

▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Max Convection Broil

Max Convection Broil uses a larger broil element which allows you to broil more food at one time.

Food should be spread out over the entire broil pan and grid. Follow the same tips found under Convection Broil.

Broil

Broil uses intense heat radiated from the upper element. The Broil Mode is best suited for cooking thin, tender

cuts of meat (1” or less), poultry and fish. It can also be used to brown breads and casseroles. Always broil with the door closed.

Tips:

▯ Preheat oven 3-4 minutes. Do no preheat for more

than 5 minutes.

▯ Steaks and chops should be at least ¾" (2 cm) thick. ▯ Brush fish and poultry with butter or oil to prevent

sticking.

▯ Use a broil pan and grid or a deep pan with a metal

rack for broiling.

▯ Turn meats once during cook time. Fish does not need

to be turned.

▯ When top browning casseroles, use only metal or

glass ceramic dishes such as CorningWare.

▯ Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex); it cannot tolerate

the high temperature.

▯ Refer to the Meat and Poultry cooking chart for

recommended rack positions and cooking time.

Max Broil

Max broil uses a larger broil element which allows you to broil more food at one time.

Food should be spread out over the entire broil pan and grid. Follow the same tips found under Broil.

Pizza

Use Pizza mode for fresh or frozen pizza. During this mode, heat from the upper and lower elements is circulated throughout the oven cavity by the convection fan.

Tips:

▯ There may be a slight decrease in baking time. Check

before minimum package time.

▯ When baking a frozen pizza:

▯ For crispy crust, place the pizza directly on the rack. ▯ For a softer crust, use a pizza pan.

▯ When proofing pizza dough, coat dough with olive oil

and cover it in a bowl tightly with plastic wrap to prevent crust formation.

▯ Sprinkle cornmeal on the pizza pan to prevent sticking. ▯ If using a pizza paddle, sprinkle the paddle liberally

with cornmeal to help transfer the dough to the pan.

▯ If par baking handmade pizza dough, prick the dough

with a fork before baking.

Speed Convection

By cooking with Speed Convection you can decrease your overall cooking time since preheating is not necessary. Foods are evenly browned and crisp on the outside.

Tips:

▯ Cook all foods in a cold, non-preheated oven. The

food will still be done in package time.

▯ Follow the package instructions for time and

temperature.

▯ Frozen foods sold in microwaveable containers should

not be used.

▯ Cook food items on rack 3 unless directed otherwise

by the food manufacturer.

Slow Roast

Slow Roast uses the upper and lower elements at low temperatures to gently cook meat. Meat will be evenly cooked throughout.

Rotisserie

Rotisseries uses heat radiated from the upper element. Food is slowly turned on a skewer in the center of the oven. This allows food to receive equal heat on all sides.

The Rotisserie mode is best suited for cooking large pieces of meat (for example a whole chicken, turkey or a large roast). This mode helps seal in flavor and juices while allowing the meat to be cooked without the addition of fats or liquids.

▯ The maximum weight allowed for the rotisserie is 12 lb

(6 kg).

▯ Use a meat thermometer to check the internal

temperature of the meat.

▯ Allowable oven temperature is 175 - 550°F (80 -

290°C).

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