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Your Astro oven has 8 cooking options. On the oven control panel each option is represented by a symbol.

Uses heat from the lower element only. The oven needs to be preheated on Bake or Fan Bake.  
Use Classic Bake for quiches, slices, anything you want browner on the bottom than top.

CLASSIC BAKE

Lower element. 

Traditional method of cooking, most suitable for food that requires long cooking or cooking at a 
low temperature e.g. fruit cakes. The oven should be preheated first and is best for single trays.

BAKE

Top & lower heating element.

The fan forces hot air from an element around the fan throughout the oven. This is good for cooking several 
dishes or trays at one time, as you don’t have to worry about food being too close to the elements and 
burning. It is really good for more than one tray of baking and for casseroles or oven meals.

FAN FORCED

Fan plus fan element.

A fan at the back of the oven circulates hot air from the top and lower 
elements. Fan Bake tends to brown food more quickly so you may need to lower 
the temperature. It is good for crisping foods e.g. pastry products and slices.

FAN BAKE

Fan plus top & lower elements.

Summary of Contents for Astro NULL

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Page 2: ...lling guides Baking pg 14 17 Tips for successful baking baking guide Roasting pg 18 19 Tips for successful roasting roasting guide Cleaning pg 20 21 Self cleaning liners flood lights fat filter oven runners oven door outside Safety warnings pg 22 Warranty Information pg 23 Customer care pg 24 25 C O N T E N T S It is important that the User Guide should be retained with the appliance for future re...

Page 3: ...U S E R G U I D E B U I L T I N O V E N 1 ...

Page 4: ...ook before you start using your oven for the sake of safety as well as success F I R S T U S E Check that the clock is set correctly as on page 4 Remove accessories and condition the oven by running at Fan Bake 200 C for 1 hour before using it There will be a distinctive smell this is perfectly normal but make sure your kitchen is well ventilated during the conditioning period You can season your ...

Page 5: ...other things Most interior surfaces are self cleaning A comprehensive range of accessories are included to make cooking easier The Astro double oven allows you to achieve more at the same time while the Astro Compact oven is fully featured in a smaller size INSPIRATION Roast whole bulbs of garlic drizzled with olive oil When cooked squeeze pulp over slices of brushetta and garnish with your favour...

Page 6: ...time you want to cook for You do not have to set a start time Press the button then use the and buttons to set the time you want the oven to turn off The oven is now set for automatic cooking Note The cooling fan will remain on If there is any time to wait before the cooking starts the time of day and Auto are shown in the clock display At the end of cooking make sure the oven is returned to manua...

Page 7: ...the control panel Then select the temperature you want with the temperature control also from the right hand side of the control panel The oven flood lights will come on automatically while the lower oven is in use The oven indicator neon will glow until the lower oven has reached the set temperature The lower oven cannot be set for automatic cooking If the upper oven is cold when you are cooking ...

Page 8: ...d be preheated first and is best for single trays BAKE Top lower heating element The fan forces hot air from an element around the fan throughout the oven This is good for cooking several dishes or trays at one time as you don t have to worry about food being too close to the elements and burning It is really good for more than one tray of baking and for casseroles or oven meals FAN FORCED Fan plu...

Page 9: ... large area of food using the two top elements For best results leave the door open at first stop position Grilled vegetables are quick and have a wonderful flavour FAN GRILL Fan plus top elements The fan circulates the heat from the top elements This is excellent for foods that would normally be fried Large cuts of meat cooked on Fan Grill give a result similar to using a rotisserie Dishes such a...

Page 10: ...Slices Butter Cake Fruit Cake Sponge Meringues Scones Muffins Pastry Pies Filo Parcels Lemon Meringue Pie Quiche Meats Beef Roast Steak Lamb Roast Rack Pork Roast Poultry Chicken Whole Pieces Savoury Dishes Casseroles Lasagne Complete Oven Meals Reheating W H I C H C O O K I N G O P T I O N F O R W H A T This chart will help you to match your cooking requirements to the most appropriate option Not...

Page 11: ...the whole unit Only 1 Pizza Stone Paddle is supplied Shelf positions Shelf positions are numbered from the top down The top positions are for grilling We do not recommend cooking on the bottom of the oven Racks The racks can be used during all cooking options to support trays baking dishes roasting pans and cake tins Grill rack The grill rack fits inside the deep tray so they can be placed in the ...

Page 12: ... corrode and it won t shatter into small pieces if knocked Fat filter The fat filter protects the fan against fat build up The filter should be in place when the fan options are being used for roasting Warning Do not use fat filter when cooking baked products with the fan option Installing the fat filter To install hold the fat filter by the handle insert the two tabs into the oval holes in the fa...

Page 13: ...illing Guide for most appropriate shelf Grill one shelf at a time When using Eco Grill place food on rack in deep tray in the middle where the runners are further apart When grilling the higher in the oven food is placed the faster it will cook and brown Food will cook and brown faster set at HI or 250 and we recommend you grill at such temperatures Lower temperatures can be used for grilling if d...

Page 14: ... Chicken Pieces Well Done 5 180 200 15 20 Whole Well Done 7 175 30 35 per 500g Fish Fillets Thick 4 180 200 8 12 Fillets Thin 4 180 200 6 10 Toast 1 6 Slices Medium 1 Hi 2 3 1 2 Slices Medium 1 Hi 2 3 The chart above refers to full sized oven shelf positions numbered from the top down The above temperatures and times are a guide only and you may need to increase or decrease them depending on your ...

Page 15: ...salad and crusty bread G R I L L I N G G U I D E F A N G R I L L This chart refers to full sized oven shelf positions numbered from the top down The above temperatures and times are a guide only and you may need to increase or decrease depending on your preferences When cooking large cuts of meat times and temperatures are based on 30 minutes per 500g 1 lb FOOD Shelf Temp C Time min Family Fruit C...

Page 16: ...n cooking baked products or fan functions Some foods are best cooked on particular functions For example rich fruit cakes and single cakes are best cooked on Bake without fan A single tray of baking works best using bake however if 2 or more trays are cooked on Bake they will need to be interchanged during cooking to ensure an evenly cooked product Fan Bake is great for pastry products such as bac...

Page 17: ...0 30 Victoria Sandwich Cake 7 170 190 20 40 4 6 8 150 20 35 7 170 190 20 30 Small Cakes 6 170 190 20 30 4 6 7 175 18 20 6 170 190 20 25 Muffins 6 200 220 15 20 6 200 220 20 30 6 190 210 15 20 Meringues 7 110 130 50 70 4 6 7 100 2hrs30min 6 105 120 50 70 Scones 6 215 230 10 15 4 6 7 200 10 12 6 200 215 10 15 Bread Rolls 7 190 220 10 40 7 180 210 10 40 7 175 200 10 40 Pizza 8 225 250 15 20 6 7 225 2...

Page 18: ...5 190 45 50 7 170 180 40 55 Chicken Pieces 6 175 180 45 50 7 170 180 45 50 7 155 170 45 50 Chicken Casserole 7 175 190 50 65 7 170 180 45 60 7 150 165 45 60 Complete Oven Meal 7 5 175 100 110 Automatic Cooking of Complete Oven Meals 3 7 8 150 90 100 Vegetables Baked 6 150 200 45 90 6 150 175 45 90 6 150 175 45 90 Roasted 6 175 200 45 90 6 175 200 45 90 6 175 200 45 90 SUGGESTED COOKING FUNCTION Co...

Page 19: ... macadamia nuts Select Fan Bake and 175 C Melt butter and chocolate microwave on medium for 3 4 minutes stirring after 2 minutes Mix well add sugar cocoa eggs and macadamia nuts Fold in sifted flour and baking powder Fan Bake in slice pan 28cm x 19cm for 20 25 minutes shelf 7 INSPIRATION Roast pieces of beetroot pumpkin until tender When cool fold in chopped spinach crumbled feta and sprinkle with...

Page 20: ... It s a good idea to let all roast meats stand for 10 15 minutes before carving the juices will be less likely to run out when you carve Warning Do not place aluminum foil or dishes with reflective qualities on the oven bottom as this will cause a heat build up which will result in irreversible damage to the enamel Roasted Peppers Stuffed with Mushrooms 2 large red peppers 2 large yellow peppers F...

Page 21: ...Roasting can be achieved with a range of cooking options Fan Bake Fan Forced Bake and Fan Grill can all be used for roasting each having unique results Meats roasted on Fan Grill cook and brown in a rotisserie style Radiant heat sears the outside surface while the inside remains tender and juicy Fan Forced is perfect for roasting when you also need to cook several other dishes simultaneously as tr...

Page 22: ... ammonia based cleaner e g Handy Andy Specialised oven cleaners may also be used follow manufacturers instructions The wire side runners may be removed to make cleaning easier To remove the runners gently push the runner underneath the stud down and lift the runners up and towards the centre of the oven The prongs at the top will slide out To replace the runners place top prongs into small slots a...

Page 23: ...o the hooks raise door slightly holding on both sides near the handle and making sure that the clips stay on the hooks lift the door out To put door back on place upper hinge arm in upper slot and lower hinge arm in lower slot Push the hinges in as far as they will go Lower door gently the clips should release from the hooks Raise the door slightly and ensure the clips are released from the hooks ...

Page 24: ...s off S A F E T Y W A R N I N G S Your Astro oven has been carefully designed to operate safely during normal cooking procedures Please keep the following rules in mind when you re using this appliance Warning During use this appliance becomes hot Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven Warning Do not stand or place heavy objects on the door Warning Do not place alu...

Page 25: ... 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Correcting fault s caused by the user B Defects caused by factors other than 1 Normal domestic use or 2 Use in accordance with the Product s User Guide C Defects to the Product caused by accident neglect misuse or Act of God D The cost of repairs carried out by non authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorised repairs ...

Page 26: ...s can carry out any service necessary on your product Your dealer or our Customer Care Centre can recommend an AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE in your area In Australia if you need assistance Call the Fisher Paykel CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Toll Free 1300 650 590 from anywhere within Australia Email Customer Care fp com au Phone 07 3826 9100 Fax 07 3826 9298 P...

Page 27: ...700 Fax 01 926 626701 Postal Address Fisher Paykel Appliances Ltd Broxell Close Wedgenock Industrial Estate Warwick CV34 6QV In Ireland IE if you need assistance Call the Fisher Paykel Help Line and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Phone 01 626 5711 4917 Fax 01 626 7863 3251 Postal Address C F Quadrant Quadrant House Chapelizod Dublin 20 ...

Page 28: ...ontinuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should therefore check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available New Zealand Customer Care Centre toll free 0800 37 2273 Australian Customer Care Centre Priority 1300 650 590 Date of issue May 2001 0800 FP CARE Part No 541024 D www fisherpaykel com ...

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