Siemens HB 550 Series, Operating And Fitting Instructions Manual

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Types of heating
Different types of oven heating are available. You can
Mini oven therefore select the best method for cooking any
dish.
Top and bottom heating
This ensures the even distribution of heat onto the
cake or roast from the top and bottom of the oven.
This type of heating is best for cake mixtures in tins
or for bakes. Top and bottom heating is also suitable
for cooking lean roasts of beef, veal and game.
Bottom heat
You can reheat or brown meals using bottom
heating. It is also the most suitable type of heating
for preserving food.
Radiant grill – small area
Only the centre of the grill element becomes hot.
This type of heating is ideal for cooking small
quantities. This saves energy. Place the pieces to be
grilled in the centre of the wire rack.
Radiant grill – large area
The entire area under the grill element becomes hot.
This is ideal if you wish to cook several steaks,
sausages, fish or slices of toast.