Whirlpool AKZ 243/NB INSTRUCTION FOR USE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS PARAMOUNT

This manual and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be read and observed at all times.

This is the danger symbol, pertaining to safety, which alerts users to potential risks to themselves and others. All safety warnings are preceded by the danger symbol and the following terms:

DANGER

WARNING

All safety warnings give specific details of the potential risk present and indicate how to reduce risk of injury, damage and electric shock resulting from improper use of the appliance. Carefully observe the following instructions:

- The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any installation work.

- Installation and maintenance must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual.

- Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.

- The power cable must be long enough for connecting the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the power supply socket.

- For installation to comply with current safety regulations, an all-pole disconnect switch with minimum contact gap of 3 mm must be utilized.

- Do not use multiple plug adapters or extension leads.

- Do not pull the power supply cable in order to unplug the appliance.

- The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation.

- Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot.

- This appliance is designed solely for use as a domestic appliance for cooking food. No other type of use is permitted (e.g.: heating rooms). The Manufacturer declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the controls.

- The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with any physical, sensory or mental impairment, or without experience and knowledge of the appliance, unless supervised or previously instructed in its use by those responsible for their safety.

- The accessible parts of the appliance may become very hot during use. Young children should be kept away from the appliance and supervised to ensure that they do not play with it.

- During and after use, do not touch the heating elements or interior surfaces of the appliance - risk of burns. Do not allow the appliance to come into contact with cloths or other flammable materials until all the components have cooled sufficiently.

- At the end of cooking, exercise caution when opening the appliance door, letting the hot air or steam exit gradually before accessing the oven. When the appliance door is shut, hot air is vented from the aperture above the control panel. Do not obstruct the vent apertures.

- Use oven gloves to remove pans and accessories, taking care not to touch the heating elements.

- Do not place flammable materials in or near the appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is inadvertently switched on.

- Do not heat or cook sealed jars or containers in the appliance. The pressure that builds up inside might cause the jar to explode, damaging the appliance.

- Do not use containers made of synthetic materials.

- Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Always remain vigilant when cooking foods rich in fat and oil.

- Never leave the appliance unattended during food drying.

- If alcoholic beverages are used when cooking foods (e.g. rum, cognac, wine), remember that alcohol evaporates at high temperatures. As a result, there is a risk that vapours released by the alcohol may catch fire upon coming into contact with the electrical heating element.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could cause serious injury.

Scrapping of household appliances

- This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. Before scrapping, cut off the power supply cable.

- For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance.

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INSTALLATION

After unpacking the oven, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport and that the oven door closes properly. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. To prevent any damage, only remove the oven from its polystyrene foam base at the time of installation.

PREPARING THE HOUSING UNIT

• Kitchen units in contact with the oven must be heat resistant (min 90°C).

• Carry out all cabinet cutting work before fitting the oven in the housing and carefully remove all wood chips and sawdust.

• After installation, the bottom of the oven must no longer be accessible.

• For correct appliance operation, do not obstruct the minimum gap between the worktop and the upper edge of the oven.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Make sure the power voltage specified on the appliance dataplate is the same as the mains voltage. The dataplate is on the front edge of the oven (visible when the door is open).

• Power cable replacement (see table below) must be carried out by a qualified electrician. Contact an authorized service centre.

Power supply cables table

N° of conductors Type of cable

1N+

2+ ~

2N+ ~

3N+ ~

3+ ~

• Do not connect the oven to the power supply before connecting the oven and cooktop.

H05 RR-F 3 x 4 mm

H05 RR-F 4 x 2.5 mm

H05 RR-F 5 x 1.5 mm

H05 RR-F 4 x 2.5 mm

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Before use:

- Remove cardboard protection pieces, protective film and adhesive labels from accessories.

- Remove the accessories from the oven and heat it at 200° for about an hour to eliminate the smell and fumes from the insulating materials and protective grease.

During use:

- Do not place heavy objects on the door as they could damage it.

- Do not cling to the door or hang anything from the handle.

- Do not cover the inside of the oven with aluminium foil.

- Never pour water into the inside of a hot oven; this could damage the enamel coating.

- Never drag pots or pans across the bottom of the oven as this could damage the enamel coating.

- Make sure that the electrical cables of other appliances do not touch hot parts of the oven or become trapped in the door.

- Do not expose the oven to atmospheric agents.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

Disposal of packing material

The packing material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ( ). The various parts of the packing must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

Scrapping the product

- This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

- By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

- The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic

equipment.

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Energy saving

- Only pre-heat the oven if specified in the cooking table or your recipe.

- Use dark lacquered or enamelled baking moulds as they absorb heat far better.

- Switch the oven off 10/15 minutes before the set cooking time. Food requiring prolonged cooking will continue to cook even once the oven is switched off.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

- This oven, which is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs, complies with European Regulation ( ) n.1935/2004 and has been designed, manufactured and sold in conformity with the safety requirements of the “Low Voltage” directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments), the protection requirements of “EMC” 2004/108/ CE.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

The oven does not work:

• Check for the presence of mains electrical power and if the oven is connected to the electrical supply.

• Turn off the oven and restart it to see if the fault persists.

The electronic programmer does not work:

• If the display shows the letter “ ” followed by a number, contact your nearest After-sales Service. Specify in this case the number that follows the letter “ ”.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Before calling the After-Sales Service:

1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the suggestions given in the “Troubleshooting guide“.

2. Switch the appliance off and back on again it to see if the fault persists.

If after the above checks the fault still occurs, get in touch with the nearest After-sales Service.

Always specify:

• a brief description of the fault;

• the type and exact model of the oven;

• the service number (number after the word Service on the rating plate), located on the right hand edge of the oven cavity (visible when the oven door is open). The service number is also indicated on the guarantee booklet;

• your full address;

• your telephone number.

If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised After-sales Service (to guarantee that original spare parts will be used and repairs carried out correctly).

CLEANING

WARNING

- Never use steam cleaning equipment.

- Only clean the oven when it is cool to the touch.

- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Oven exterior

IMPORTANT: do not use corrosive or abrasive detergents. If any of these products accidentally comes into contact with the appliance, clean immediately with a damp cloth.

• Clean the surfaces with a damp cloth. If it is very dirty, add a few drops of washing up detergent to the water. Finish off with a dry cloth.

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Oven interior

IMPORTANT: do not use abrasive sponges or metallic scrapers or scourers. Over time, these can ruin enamelled surfaces and the oven door glass.

• After every use, allow the oven to cool then clean it preferably while it is still warm in order to remove built-up dirt and stains caused by food residues (e.g. food with a high sugar content).

• Use proprietary oven detergents and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to the letter.

• Clean the door glass with a suitable liquid detergent. The oven door can be removed to facilitate cleaning (see MAINTENANCE).

• The top heating element of the grill (see MAINTENANCE) can be lowered (some models only) to clean the roof of the oven.

N.B.: during prolonged cooking of foods with a high water content (e.g. pizza, vegetables, etc.) condensation may form on the inside of the door and around the seal. When the oven is cold, dry the inside of the door with a cloth or sponge.

Accessories:

• Soak the accessories in water with washing up detergent immediately after use, handling them with oven gloves if still hot.

• Food residues can be easily removed using a brush or sponge.

Cleaning the rear wall and catalytic side panels of the oven (if present):

IMPORTANT: do not use corrosive or abrasive detergents, coarse brushes, pot scourers or oven sprays which could damage the catalytic surface and ruin its self-cleaning properties.

• Operate the oven empty with the fan-assisted function at 200°C for about one hour

• Next, leave the appliance to cool down before removing any food residue with a sponge.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

- Use protective gloves.

- Ensure the oven is cold before carrying out the following operations.

- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

REMOVING THE DOOR To remove the door:

1. Open the door fully.

2. Lift the catches and push them forwards as far as they will go (Fig. 1).

3. Close the door as far as it will go (A), lift it up (B) and turn it (C) until it is released (D) (Fig. 2).

To refit the door:

1. Insert the hinges in their seats.

2. Open the door fully.

3. Lower the two catches.

4. Close the door.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

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MOVING THE TOP HEATING ELEMENT (SOME MODELS ONLY)

1. Remove the side accessory holder grilles (Fig. 3).

2. Pull the heating element out a little (Fig. 4) and lower it (Fig. 5).

3. To reposition the heating element, lift it up, pulling it slightly towards you, making sure it comes to rest on the lateral supports.

Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5

REPLACING THE OVEN LAMP

To replace the rear lamp (if present):

1. Disconnect the oven from the power supply.

2. Unscrew the lamp cover (Fig. 6), replace the lamp (see note for lamp type) and screw the lamp cover back on.

3. Reconnect the oven to the power supply.

To replace the side lamp (if present):

1. Disconnect the oven from the power supply.

2. Remove the side accessory holder grilles, if present (Fig. 3).

3. Use a screwdriver to prise off the lamp cover (Fig. 7).

4. Replace the lamp (see note for lamp type) (Fig. 8).

5. Reposition the lamp cover, pushing it on firmly until it snaps into place (Fig. 9).

6. Refit the side accessory holder grilles.

7. Reconnect the oven to the power supply.

Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 N.B.:

- Only use 25-40W/230V type E-14, T300°C incandescent lamps, or 20-40W/230 V type G9, T300°C halogen lamps.

- Lamps are available from our After-sales Service.

IMPORTANT:

- If using halogen lamps, do not handle with bare hands since fingerprints can damage them.

- Do not use the oven until the lamp cover has been repositioned.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR OVEN USE

FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, SEE THE PARAGRAPH ON INSTALLATION

1. Control panel

2. Upper heating element/grill

3. Cooling fan (not visible)

4. Dataplate (not to be removed)

5. Lamp

6. Circular heating element (not visible)

7. Fan

8. Turnspit (if present)

9. Lower heating element (not visible)

10. Door

11. Position of shelves (the number of shelves is indicated on the front of the oven)

12. Rear wall

N.B.:

- During cooking, the cooling fan may switch on at intervals in order to minimise energy consumption.

- At the end of cooking, after the oven has been switched off, the cooling fan may continue to run for a while.

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C A. WIRE SHELF (1): the wire shelf can be used to grill food or as a support for pans, cake tins and other ovenproof cooking

receptacles.

B. DRIP TRAY (1): the drip tray is designed to be positioned under the wire shelf in order to collect fat or as an oven tray for

cooking meat, fish, vegetables, focaccia, etc.

C. BAKING TRAY (2): for cooking all bread and pastry products, but also roasts, fish en papillotte, etc.

ACCESSORIES NOT SUPPLIED

Other accessories can be purchased separately from the After-sales Service.

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