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Page 1: ...COMPETENCE 5212 BU Build Under Double Oven Operating And Installation Instructions 27 ...

Page 2: ...p down oven doors Support the doors using the handles until fully open Never leave the cooker unattended when the oven door is open Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the oven They may explode if they are heated Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF position when not in use Do not stand on the cooker or on the open oven doors Do not hang towels dishcloths or clothes from the cooker...

Page 3: ...Tips 27 The Main Fan Oven 29 Uses of The Fan Oven 29 How To Use the Fan Oven 29 Things to Note 29 To Fit the Main Oven Shelves 30 Hints and Tips 30 The Conventional Oven 31 Uses of the Conventional Oven 31 How to Use the Conventional Oven 31 Things to Note 31 Hints and Tips 32 Main Oven Cooking Chart 33 Pizza Function 34 Uses of Pizza Function 34 How to Use Pizza Function 34 Things To Note 34 Hint...

Page 4: ...ections 60 To Remove Cover of Mains Terminal 60 Connecting to the Mains Terminal 61 Checking Electrical Connections 62 Connecting to a Hob or Cooker Point 62 Fitting the Oven 63 Please read the whole instruction book before using the cooker To help you the following symbols will be found in the text 4 To help you the following symbols will be found in the text Safety Instructions Step by Step Inst...

Page 5: ...omical for mid week use because of its size The Multifunction main oven is the larger of the two ovens It comprises of a number of different cooking functions The Multifunction oven can be automatically controlled by the electronic timer 5 WARNING THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED DESCRIPTION OF THE COOKER Top Oven Dual Grill Electronic Timer Control Knob Control Panel Multifunction Main Oven ...

Page 6: ...ector Indicator Neon Top Oven Dual Grill Control Fan Selector button for Top Oven Main Oven Temperature Control Multifunction Selector Oven Light Thermal Grilling Speedcook Defrost Pizza Function Conventional Oven Fan Oven Top Oven Indicator Neon Main Oven Indicator Neon ...

Page 7: ...ure It may not switch in at all at lower temperature settings nor run on where the grill or oven has only been used for a short time FAN SELECTOR INDICATOR NEON The Fan Selector neon operates when the Fan Selector button is pushed out The Selector neon will illuminate with all Top oven functions except the conventional oven The oven control surrounds will illuminate and cycle on and off during use...

Page 8: ...e cooker as this may invalidate the guarantee PREPARING TO USE YOUR COOKER Wipe over the base of the ovens with a soft cloth and hot soapy water and wash the grill and oven furniture before use We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 15 minutes at 220 C to burn off any residue from their surfaces The procedure should be repeated with the grill for approximately 5 10 minutes During this pe...

Page 9: ...e on the effect of different materials and finishes of bakeware is given in Hints and Tips in the appropriate oven section THE TRIVET When roasting we recommend that you use the trivet in the meat tin Fat and meat juices will drain into the meat tin below and can be used to make gravy The trivet also prevents splashes of fat from soiling the oven interior Note The meat tin should not be placed on ...

Page 10: ...ves for main oven cooking 2 shelves for grilling and Top oven cooking The grill deflector sits above the grill element and prevents fat splashing onto the grill roof The deflector may be easily removed for cleaning 10 Scuffing of the Stayclean sides and back panel by the oven furniture pack may occur during transit These marks will disappear after the oven has been used for the first time ...

Page 11: ...ess buttons and together Release the buttons 2 Within 5 seconds press the button until the time of day shows in the display The cookpot symbol will be showing THE MINUTE MINDER 1 Press and release the button 2 Within 5 seconds press the button until the display shows the time you want Our diagram shows the timer set to 5 minutes After a few seconds the time of day will show in the display When you...

Page 12: ...shows the cooking time set for 2 hours 30 minutes After a few seconds the time of day shows in the display 4 To set the time you want the food to be cooked by press and release the button This will show you the earliest possible stop time If this is different to the time you want the food to be cooked by press the button within 5 seconds until the correct stop time shows in the display Our diagram...

Page 13: ...isplay and the oven will switch on again 2 Turn the oven control and Multifunction Selector off TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH OFF ONLY This is useful if you want to begin cooking immediately but have the main oven switch off whilst you are out 1 Ensure the clock is showing the correct time of day 2 Place food in the oven 3 Set the length of time you want the food to cook for Press and release the but...

Page 14: ...ktime the oven will switch off the alarm will sound and the auto symbol will flash 5 To cancel and return to manual operation press buttons and together 6 Turn off the oven temperature control and Multifunction Selector 14 ...

Page 15: ...s necessary The fourth setting is for the centre section of the grill only This section operates at full power THINGS TO NOTE The cooling fan for the controls will operate as soon as the grill control is turned For more information on the operation of the cooling fan turn to page 7 The outer section of the grill element may appear to glow brighter than the inner section This is quite normal The co...

Page 16: ...r the front bar of the shelf To check the progress of the food being grilled the grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to food during cooking HINTS AND TIPS Most foods should be placed on the grilling grid in the grill pan This allows maximum circulation of air by raising the food out of fats and juices Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses...

Page 17: ...g to minimise splashing Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or melted butter to keep them moist during cooking Accompaniments such as tomatoes and mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid when grilling meats The food should be turned over during cooking as required The grill door must be left open when grilling For convenience the grill door can be left ajar Preheat the grill on...

Page 18: ...de 15 20 each side 7 10 each side 10 15 each side 8 12 each side 4 6 each side 10 15 each side 4 6 each side 8 10 each side 5 10 each side 10 15 turn as required 3 6 each side 6 8 each side 7 10 each side 3 5 mins 5 5 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3 High Low High Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low The chart below gives recommended cooking times and shelf positions Remember that these are ...

Page 19: ... neon will illuminate It will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The cooling fan for the controls will operate after a time See page 7 for more information on the operation of the cooling fan The oven light will illuminate TO FIT THE OVEN SHELVES There are 5 shelf positions in the Top oven Shelf positions are counted from the bottom upwards The shelves ...

Page 20: ...nterchange food during cooking Where a larger quantity of food is to be cooked we recommend you use the main oven Place dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base and to help reduce cleaning The material and finish of the baking tray and dishes will affect the degree of base browning of the food Enamelware dark heavy or non stick utensils increase ba...

Page 21: ...will illuminate It will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The cooling fan for the controls will operate after a short time It may run on after the controls are switched off until the cooker has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan The oven light will illuminate TO FIT THE OVEN SHELF There are 5 shelf positions in the T...

Page 22: ... the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to prevent spillage onto the base of the oven and make cleaning easier Single level cooking gives best results If you require more than one level of cooking use the fan assisted function or main fan oven Because of the smaller cooking space and lower temperature shorter cooking times are sometimes required Be guided by ...

Page 23: ...iche Tarts Flans Roast Meat Poultry Scones Shepherds Pie Soufflés Vegetables Baked Jacket Potatoes Roast Potatoes Yorkshire Puddings large individual 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 170 190 210 220 210 220 180 190 180 190 180 190 160 170 140 150 150 160 80 100 180 190 140 150 160 170 150 160 140 160 Refer to Packaging 170 190 200 210 190 200 140 150 190 200 ...

Page 24: ...Cooking is more gentle therefore food generally takes a little longer to cook when thermal grilling compared with conventional grilling One of the advantages is that larger quantities can be cooked at the same time A general guide to cooking times is given on page 26 but these times may vary slightly depending on the thickness and quantity of food being cooked HOW TO THERMAL GRILL 1 Press out the ...

Page 25: ...illing The cooling fan for the controls will come on when the grill control is turned It may run on after the controls are switched off until the cooker has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan HINTS AND TIPS Prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during cooking Mo...

Page 26: ...rchange the food on the shelves during cooking With the exception of toast and rare steak you can thermal grill all foods normally grilled by conventional methods THERMAL GRILLING CHART 26 5 4 3 2 1 FOOD SHELF GRILL SETTING TIME mins in total Bacon Rashers Beefburgers Chicken Joints Chops Lamb Pork Fish Whole Trout Mackerel Fillets Plaice Cod Kebabs Kidneys Lamb Pig Liver Lamb Pig Sausages Steaks ...

Page 27: ...ll illuminate The top oven indicator neon may illuminate It may turn on and off during defrosting HINTS AND TIPS Place the frozen food in a single layer where possible and turn it over half way through the defrosting process The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by room temperature On warm days defrosting will be faster than on cooler days It is preferable to thaw fish meat and poultry slow...

Page 28: ... raw food immediately or store cooked food in the fridge Care must always be taken when handling foods in the home Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene to prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination when defrosting preparing cooking cooling and freezing foods This is particularly important if the main oven is in use or is warm as the temperature in the Top oven will be higher than ro...

Page 29: ... on page 33 until you are familiar with the lower temperatures associated with Fan oven cooking As a guide reduce temperatures by 20 C 25 C for your own recipes BATCH BAKING The fan oven cooks evenly on all shelf levels especially useful when batch baking HOW TO USE THE FAN OVEN 1 Push out and turn the Selector to Fan oven 2 Push out and turn the main oven temperature control to the required setti...

Page 30: ...t to circulate freely for the best cooking results It is recommended that when baking larger quantities the shelf positions should be evenly spaced to suit the load being cooked A slight increase in cooking time may be necessary The use of excessively high temperatures can cause uneven browning It may be necessary to reduce temperatures slightly Refer to the recommendations given in the oven cooki...

Page 31: ...e control to the required setting THINGS TO NOTE The control surrounds will illuminate The oven indicator neon will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The internal oven light operates when the Selector is set If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven light will come on when the cook time begins The cooling fan for the controls may operate after ...

Page 32: ...re dark heavy or non stick utensils increase base browning while oven glassware shiny aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the heat away and give less base browning Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to prevent spillage onto the base of the oven and make cleaning easier Single level cooking gives best results If you w...

Page 33: ...uiche Tarts Flans Roast Meat Poultry Scones Shepherds Pie Soufflés Vegetables Baked Jacket Potatoes Roast Potatoes Yorkshire Puddings large individual 2 12 1 9 2 12 2 12 4 11 4 11 7 7 7 4 11 4 11 4 11 7 7 7 7 Any 7 7 4 11 7 7 4 11 7 4 11 4 11 7 4 2 12 7 7 7 7 10 10 160 190 210 220 210 220 160 170 160 170 160 170 140 150 140 150 130 140 140 150 90 100 170 180 140 150 140 150 140 150 160 180 Refer t...

Page 34: ...ails on the cooling fan If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven light will come on when the cook time begins HINTS AND TIPS Single level cooking using the middle shelf position gives best results Ensure that food is placed centrally on the shelf for maximum air circulation Be guided by the cook times and temperatures given on the packaging Some pizzas should be cooked directly on the ove...

Page 35: ... oven fan and internal oven light will operate The Selector control surround will illuminate The oven indicator neon may illuminate and turn on and off during defrosting HINTS AND TIPS Place the frozen food in a single layer where possible and turn it over half way through the defrosting process The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by room temperature On warm days defrosting will be faster...

Page 36: ...d poultry must be thawed thoroughly before cooking Always cook thoroughly immediately after thawing DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it is defrosted Cook raw food immediately or store cooked food in the fridge Care must always be taken when handling foods in the home Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene to prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination when defrosting preparin...

Page 37: ...ting 3 If using Speedcook to preheat the oven only when the indicator neon turns off turn the selector to the required function THINGS TO NOTE The control surrounds will illuminate The oven indicator neon will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The internal oven light operates when the Selector is set If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven li...

Page 38: ... where crispness is required The material and finish of the baking trays and dishes used will affect base browning Enamelware dark heavy or non stick utensils increase base browning while oven glassware shiny aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the heat away and give less base browning Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking tr...

Page 39: ...a little longer to cook when thermal grilling compared with conventional grilling One of the advantages is that larger quantities can be cooked at the same time A general guide to cooking times is given on page 41 but these times may vary slightly depending on the thickness and quantity of food being cooked HOW TO THERMAL GRILL 1 Push out and turn the Selector to Thermal Grill 2 Push out and turn ...

Page 40: ...of the cooling fan HINTS AND TIPS Prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during cooking Most food should be placed on the grill pan grid in the high position in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air around the food Foods such as fish liver and kidneys may be placed directly onto the tri...

Page 41: ...able adjustments during cooking to suit individual requirements If thermal grilling on more than one level it may be necessary to interchange the food on the shelves during cooking THERMAL GRILLING CHART 41 FOOD SHELF TEMP C TIME MINS IN TOTAL Bacon Rashers Beefburgers Chicken Joints Chops Lamb Pork Fish Whole Trout Mackerel Fillets Plaice Cod Kebabs Kidneys Lamb Pig Liver Lamb Pig Sausages Steaks...

Page 42: ...ped off immediately Stainless Steel cream cleaners are abrasive and should be avoided as they may dull the surface finish To prevent streaking on stainless steel models finish with a soft cloth CLEANING THE OUTER AND INNER DOOR GLASS PANELS The outer oven door glass panels are removable for cleaning 42 CARE AND CLEANING Before cleaning the cooker always allow the cooling fan for the controls to co...

Page 43: ...r glass be heavily soiled it is recommended that soapy water with a high concentration of soap is used To prevent streaking a glass cleaning spray may be applied and the glass polished with a soft cloth Ensure that all parts are well rinsed and thoroughly dry before attempting to replace the outer door glass 6 DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials or scourers on the outside of the cooker as damag...

Page 44: ... CLEAN THE INNER GLASS DOOR The inner glass door is not removable Clean using hot soapy water or Hob Brite and a soft cloth DO NOT use abrasives as they may damage the glass or seal CLEANING THE GRILL OVEN COMPARTMENTS The oven tops sides and back panels are coated with a Stayclean finish The Stayclean areas in the ovens should not be cleaned manually Follow the procedure below to maintain the app...

Page 45: ...will illuminate The oven indicator neon will turn on and off during use The Cooling Fan for the controls will operate after a short time It may run on after the controls are switched off until the cooker has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan HINTS AND TIPS Slight discolouration and polishing of the Stayclean surfaces may occur in time but this will not affect t...

Page 46: ...es Removing the covering for the last 20 30 minutes will allow extra browning if required Some large joints and turkeys especially benefit by this method of cooking allowing the joint to cook through before the outside is overbrowned Do use the trivet in the roasting tin During roasting the fat from the joint will be contained beneath the trivet and therefore prevent it from splattering onto the S...

Page 47: ...water if heavily soiled they will then clean more easily If the shelves are heavily soiled a soap impregnated steel wool pad can be used The grill pan meat tin and trivet can be cleaned using a soap impregnated steel wool pad All items of grill and oven furniture are dishwasher safe with the exception of the grill pan handle 47 ...

Page 48: ... Instructions on how to remove the wirework runners are given on page 46 3 Pull the glass bulb cover towards you and then pull it off If necessary use a screwdriver to carefully lever off the cover taking care not to damage the oven cavity 4 Unscrew the bulb by turning it to the left 5 Fit a new bulb and then replace the glass bulb cover 6 Refit the wirework runners side panels and replace the ove...

Page 49: ... a long period of time Check that only the Grill control has been turned If the Top Oven control has been turned it will override the grill Ensure that the grill door is open when grilling Leave the grill door open and allow the grill to cool After a couple of hours check that the grill works as normal Ensure the cooling fan is running when the grill is on If the cooling fan fails the grill will c...

Page 50: ...e cook time begins The oven fan is noisy Check that the oven is level Check that shelves and bakeware are not vibrating in contact with the oven back panel The oven temperature is too high or low Check that the recommended temperatures and shelf positions are being used See pages 23 and 33 Be prepared to adjust up or down by 10 C to achieve the results you want 50 ...

Page 51: ... guarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the property of AEG 6 The Purchaser s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications The guarantee starts from the date yo...

Page 52: ...g If Something Doesn t Work When you contact the Service Centre you will need to give the following details 1 Your name address and post code 2 Your telephone number 3 Clear and concise details of the fault 4 The model product and serial number of the appliance found on the rating plate 5 The purchase date 52 CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance or further i...

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Page 55: ...Fan Motor 0 03kW Oven Light 0 05kW Wattage 5 0 5 5kW Height 720 mm Width 593 mm Depth 585 mm excluding handles and knobs Cannot be used at the same time as the grill element 55 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This appliance complies with European Council Directive 73 23 EEC EMC Directive 89 336 EEC CE Marking Directive 93 68 EEC ...

Page 56: ...p oven door and looking below the oven door seal Do not alter the electrical circuitry of this cooker CHOICE OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The cooker should be operated using at least 6mm twin core and earth PVC insulated multicore cable Please choose from the most appropriate after reading the descriptions By connecting the cooker to a cooker point having a double pole isolating switch providing at le...

Page 57: ...ith BS EN60 335 This appliance must not be installed on a wooden base board Enquiries regarding the installation of the cooker point if required should be made to your Regional Electricity Company to ensure compliance with their regulations The cooker point should be within 2m of the cooker to make it accessible to switch off the cooker in case of an emergency To protect the hands wear gloves when...

Page 58: ... modified so that the recommended dimension of at least 600 605mm is maintained The adjacent cabinets must be stable and firmly secured to the wall or floor If necessary make arrangements to ensure the work surface below which the oven will rest is level Drill two pilot screw holes into the sides of the adjacent cabinets in the positions indicated by Fig 5 Fit the appliance mounting brackets using...

Page 59: ...space in which it will be installed See Fig 8 Remove the cooker packing except for bottom tray which should be left in position until the cooker is ready to be fitted into its cabinet Ensure the owner is given these operating instructions NOTE It is imperative that the appliance is left in the base to protect both the appliance and the floor 59 Important Switch off at mains miniature circuit break...

Page 60: ... to terminal block First remove retaining screw with pozidrive screwdriver See Fig 9 Prise cover loose using screwdriver in position 1 then lever off with screwdriver in position 2 at either side See Fig 10 Lift cover and remove screw from cable clamp See Fig 11 60 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Fig 9 Fig 10 Fig 11 ...

Page 61: ...Where uninsulated Earth wires are used ensure they are suitably sheathed to leave 10mm bare wire to fit into the terminal Clamp bare wires into the relevant terminal and check they are held by tugging each one in turn Clamp the mains cable securely ensuring 5mm of the outer insulation is inside the terminal block and that the wires are not taught but not so slack as to cause any fouling See Fig 12...

Page 62: ...R POINT Either follow in general terms the instructions for connecting to the terminal block or refer to the hob suppliers installation instructions NOTE HOUSE CIRCUIT Earth leakage continuity tests must be carried out before the cooker is connected to the mains supply and re checked after fitting 62 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Feed the cable through the cabinet and arrange to route the cable away f...

Page 63: ...erside of the cooker Raise the appliance to the correct height Rest the rear underside of the cooker on the mounting brackets while your hands support the front The cooker can be pushed fully into the space Take care to avoid fouling the mains lead Ensure the cooker is central and level When the cooker is fully housed screw the stability screws supplied with the cooker into the underside of the wo...

Page 64: ...nd screw into position using the screws supplied with the cooker Failure to do this may cause damage to the underside of the work surface Replace the plinth board Switch on the cooker and refer the user to the operating instructions 64 Fig 16 Fig 15 TOP OVEN DOOR HEAT SHIELD LEVEL WITH FRONT EDGE OF WORK TOP WORK TOP ...

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Page 68: ...ve the right to alter models and specifications without prior notice This handbook is accurate at the date of printing but will be superseded and should be disregarded if specifications or appearance are changed PART NUMBER 311435404 AEG DOMESTIC APPLIANCES 55 77 HIGH STREET SLOUGH BERKSHIRE SL1 1DZ TELEPHONE 0870 5 350350 Electrolux Household Appliances Limited 2000 ...

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