COMPETENCE B3159-4 Built-In Electric Oven User information
Dear customer, Please read this User Information carefully and keep it to refer to at a later date. Pass this User Information on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. 1 3 2 2 The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning: Notes that concern your personal safety. Attention: Notes that show how to avoid damage to the appliance.
Contents Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outside of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oven interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fat Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions 1 Safety instructions 5 This appliance conforms with the following EU Directives: – 73/23/EEC dated 19.02.1973 Low Voltage Directive – 89/336/EEC dated 03.05.1989 EMC Directive inclusive of Amending Directive 92/31/EEC – 93/68/EEC dated 22.07.1993 CE Marking Directive Electrical safety • This appliance must be only connected by a registered electrician. • In the event of a fault or damage to the appliance: Take the fuses out or switch off.
How to avoid damage to the appliance • Do not line the oven with aluminium foil and do not place baking trays, pots, etc. on the oven floor, as the heat that builds up will damage the oven enamel. • Fruit juices dripping from the baking tray will leave stains, which you will not be able to remove. For very moist cakes, use a deep tray. • Do not put any strain on the oven door when open. • Never pour water directly into the oven when it is hot. This could cause damage to or discoloration of the enamel.
Disposal 2 2 Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. Old appliance W 1 The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Description of the Appliance General Overview Control panel Door handle Full glass door Control Panel Oven Power Indicator Temperature Pilot Light Time display Clock function buttons Oven Functions 8 Temperature selector
Oven Features Top heat and heating elements Oven lighting Shelf positions Fat Filter Fan heating element Fan Oven shelf runners, removable Oven accessories Oven shelf For cookware, cake tins, roasts and grilled foods. Baking tray For cakes and biscuits.
Before Using for the first time Setting and changing the time 3 The oven only operates when the time has been set. When the appliance has been connected to the electrical supply or when there has been a power cut, the function indicator Time flashes automatically. 1. To change a time that has already been set, press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator Time flashes. 2. Using the or button, set the current time. After approx.
Initial Cleaning 1 3 Before using the oven for the first time you should clean it thoroughly. Caution: Do not use any caustic, abrasive cleaners! The surface could be damaged. To clean metal fronts use commercially available cleaning agents. 1. Turn the oven function switch to oven lighting . 2. Remove all accessories and the shelf support rails and wash them with warm water and washing up liquid. 3. Then wash out the oven with warm water and washing-up liquid, and dry. 4.
Using the Oven Switching the Oven On and Off Oven Power Indicator Oven Functions Temperature Pilot Light Temperature selector 1. Turn the oven functions dial to the desired function. 2. Turn the temperature selector to the desired temperature. The power indicator is lit as long as the oven is in operation. The temperature pilot light is lit as long as the oven is heating up. 3. To turn the oven off, turn the oven functions dial and the temperature selector to the OFF position.
Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: Oven function Application Oven Light Using this function you can light up the oven interior, e.g. for cleaning. Ventitherm ® Fan For baking on up to three oven Operated Cooking levels at the same time. Set the oven temperatures 20-40 °C lower than when using Conventional. Heating element/ fan --- Rear heating element, fan Fan Controlled Defrosting For defrosting e. g. flans and ga- Fan teaux, butter, bread, fruit or other frozen foods.
Inserting the shelf, baking tray and roasting pan 3 Anti-tip device All insertable components have a small curved indentation on their left and right edges. This indentation serves as an anti-tip device and must always point towards the back of the oven. Inserting the baking tray or roasting pan: The anti-tip device must point towards the back of the oven. Inserting the shelf: Insert the shelf so that the two guide bars point upwards.
Inserting/Removing the Grease Filter Only use the grease filter when roasting to protect the rear heating elements from fat splashes. Inserting the grease filter Hold the grease filter by the grip and insert the two mounts downwards into the opening on the rear wall of theoven (fan opening). Taking out the grease filter Hold the grease filter by the grip and unhook it.
Clock Functions Function Indicators Button Time display Function Indicators Selector Button Button Countdown To set a countdown. A signal sounds after the time has elapsed. This function does not affect the functioning of the oven. Cook time To set how long the oven is to be in use. End time To set when the oven is to switch off again. Time To set, change or check the time (See also section “Before Using for the First Time”).
3 2 How to use the clock functions • After a function has been selected, the corresponding function indicator flashes for about 5 seconds. During this period, the desired times can be set using the or button. • When the desired time has been set, the function indicator continues to flash for approx. 5 seconds. After that the function indicator is then lit. The set time begins to run. • Press any of the buttons to stop the audible signal.
Countdown 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator Countdown flashes. 2. Using the or button set the desired Countdown (max. 2 hours 30 minutes). After approx. 5 seconds the display shows the time remaining. The function indicator Countdown lights up. When the time has elapsed, the function indicator flashes and an audible signal sounds for 2 minutes. The signal can be stopped by pressing any button.
Cook time 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator Cook time flashes. 2. Using the or button set the desired cooking time. After approx. 5 seconds the display returns to showing the current time. The function indicator Cook time lights up. When the time has elapsed, the function indicator flashes, an audible signal sounds for 2 minutes and the oven switches itself off. 3. The signal and the programme can be stopped by pressing any button.
End time 1. Press the Selection button repeatedly until the function indicator End time flashes. 2. Using the or button set the desired switch-off time. After approx. 5 seconds the display returns to showing the current time. The function indicator End time lights up. When the time has elapsed, the function indicator flashes, an audible signal sounds for 2 minutes and the oven switches itself off. 3. The signal and the programme can be stopped by pressing any button.
3 Cook time and End time combined Cook time and End time can be used simultaneously, if the oven is to be switched on and off automatically at a later time. 1. Using the Cook time function, set the time required for cooking the dish. In this example, 1 hour. 2. Using the End time function, set the time at which the dish should be ready. In this case 14:05:00. The function indicators Cook time and End time light up and the current time is shown in the display. In this case 12:05.
Uses, Tables and Tips Baking Oven function: Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Baking tins • For Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking able.
3 2 General instructions With Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking you can also bake two cakes at the same time in tins placed next to each other on the shelf. This does not significantly increase baking time. When frozen foods are used the trays inserted may distort during cooking. This is due to the large difference in temperature between the freezing temperature and the temperature in the oven. Once the trays have cooled the distortion will disappear again.
Baking Tables Cakes, Biscuits, Bread, Pies Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Shelfposition Time Temperature Hr. : Min.
Baking on more than one oven level Type of baking Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Shelf positions from bottom 2 levels 3 levels Temperature in °C Time Hours: Mins.
Tips on Baking Baking results Possible cause Remedy The cake is not browned enough underneath Wrong oven level Place cake lower The cake sinks (becomes soggy, lumpy, streaky) Oven temperature too high Use a slightly lower setting Baking time too short Set a longer baking time Baking times cannot be reduced by setting higher temperatures Too much liquid in the mixture Use less liquid.
Table: Desserts Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Time Desserts Shelf position Temperature °C Hr. : Min.
Roasting Oven function: Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking Rotitherm Roasting or Roasting dishes • Any heat-resistant ovenware is suitable to use for roasting (please read the manufacturer's instructions). • Large roasting joints can be roasted directly in the roasting tray or on the oven shelf with the roasting tray placed below it. • For all lean meats, we recommend roasting these in a roasting tin with a lid. This will keep the meat more succulent.
Table: Meat, roasting, casseroles Shelf position Temperature °C Rotitherm Roasting 2 170-180 0:30-0:35 per 450 g/1 lb plus 30-35 mins Rotitherm Roasting 2 160-170 0:35-0:40 per 450 g/1 lb plus 15-20 mins -rare Rotitherm Roasting 3 or 2 150-1601) 0:15-0:20 per 450 g/1 lb plus 15-20 mins -medium Rotitherm Roasting 3 or 2 150-160 0:20-0:25 per 450 g/1 lb plus 25-25 mins -well done Rotitherm Roasting 2 150-160 0:30-0:35 per 450 g/1 lb plus 25-30 mins - small Ventitherm ® Fan Operated C
Table: Roasting, casseroles, au gratin Poultry, Game, Fish, Vegetables Quantity approx. Oven function Shelf position Temperature °C Time Hr. : Min. Casseroles, miscellaneous Casseroles 1 kg/2 lbs Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 2 150 2:30-3:00 Lancashire Hot Pot 1 kg/2 lbs Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 2 150-160 2:15-2:30 Moussaka 1 kg/2 lbs Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 2 170-180 0:40-0:50 Meat Loaf 675 g/1.
Poultry, Game, Fish, Vegetables Quantity approx. Oven function Shelf position Temperature °C Time Hr. : Min. Fisch (baked, steamed) Whole fish 1-1.5 kg/ 2-3 lbs Ventitherm ® Fan Operated Cooking 2 160-170 0:45-1:15 Fish pies, bakes 750 g-1 kg/ 1.
Grill Sizes 1 3 Oven function: Single Economy Grill with maximum temperature setting or Full Width Dual Grill Important: Always grill with the oven door closed. The empty oven should always be pre-heated with the grill functions for 5 minutes. • For grilling, use both the oven shelf and the roasting tray together. • The grilling times are guidelines. • Grilling is particularly suitable for flat pieces of meat or fish.
Defrosting Oven function: Fan Controlled Defrosting ting) (no temperature set- • Unwrap the food and place it on a plate on the oven shelf. • Do not cover with a plate or bowl, as these can substantially lengthen the defrosting time. • For defrosting, place the shelf in the 1st oven level from the bottom. Defrosting table Dish Defrosting Further time defrosting mins. time (mins.
Cleaning and Care 1 Warning: For cleaning, the appliance must be switched off and cooled down. Warning: For safety reasons, do not clean the appliance with steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment. Attention: Do not use any scouring agents, sharp cleaning tools or scourers. Outside of the appliance • Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth and warm water and washing up liquid. • For metal fronts, use normal commercially available cleaning agents.
Shelf Support Rails The shelf support rails on the left and right hand sides of the oven can be removed for cleaning the side walls. Removing the shelf support rails First pull the front of the rail away from the oven wall (1) and then unhitch at the back (2). 3 Fitting the shelf support rails Important! The rounded ends of the guide rails must be pointing forwards! To re-insert, first hook the rail into place at the back (1) and then insert the front and press into place (2).
Oven Lighting 1 3 Warning: Risk of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light bulb: – Switch off the oven! – Disconnect from the electricity supply. Place a cloth on the oven floor to protect the oven light and glass cover. Changing the oven light bulb/ cleaning the glass cover 1. Remove the glass cover by turning it anti-clockwise and then clean it. 2. If necessary: replace with 25 watt, 230 V, 300 °C heat-resistant oven lighting. 3. Refit the glass cover.
Oven Ceiling The upper heating element can be folded down to make it easier to clean the oven ceiling. 1 Folding down the heating element Warning: Only fold down the heating element when the oven is switched off and there is no risk of being burnt! 1. Remove the side shelf support rails. 2. Grip the heating element at the front and pull it forwards and out over the support lug on the inner wall of the oven. 3. The heating element will now fold down.
Oven Door The door of your appliance may be removed for cleaning. Removing the oven door 1. Open the oven door completely. 2. Completely fold back the clamping levers on both door hinges. 3. Grip the oven door with both hands and close it about 3/4 going past the point of resistance. 4. Pull the door away from the oven (Caution: the door is heavy!) 5. Place the door, outer surface downwards, on a soft, flat surface, (for example on a blanket) to avoid scratches. Hanging the oven door 1.
Oven Door Glass 1 1 The oven door is fitted with three glass panels mounted one behind the other. The inner panels may be removed for cleaning. Warning: Carry out the following steps only when the oven door is unhinged! When left on its hinges, the door could rise rapidly due to the lighter weight when the glass is removed and could cause injury. Important: Using force, especially on the edges of the front glass panel, may break the glass. Removing the top door glass 1.
Inserting the middle door glass 1. Insert the middle glass panel at an angle from above into the section of the door in which the handle is located (á). 2. Lower the middle glass panel and slide it under the lower bracket towards the lower door edge as far as it will go (à). Inserting the upper door glass 1. Insert the upper glass panel at an angle from above into the section of the door in which the handle is located (á). 2. Lower the glass panel.
What to do if … Problem The oven does not heat up The oven lighting is not operating 1 3 3 Possible cause Remedy The oven is not switched on Switch the oven on The clock is not set Set the current time on the clock The required settings have not been set Check the settings The house wiring fuse (in the fuse box) has tripped Check the fuse If the fuses trip several times, please call a qualified electrician The oven light bulb is faulty Replace the oven bulb If you are unable to remedy the pro
Installation Instructions 1 1 Attention: The new appliance may only be installed and connected by a registered expert. Please comply with this. If you do not, any damage resulting is not covered by the warranty. Safety information for the installer • The electrical installation is to be set up so that the appliance can be isolated from the mains with a minimum 3mm all-pole contact separation. Suitable separation devices include e.g.
Guarantee Conditions Weitere Kundendienststellen im Ausland In diesen Ländern gelten die Garantiebedingungen der örtlichen Partner. Diese können dort eingesehen werden. Further after-sales service agencies overseas In these countries our AEG-Electrolux agents’ own guarantee conditions are applicable. Please obtain further details direct. Autres agences étrangères assurant le service après-vente Dans ces pays, les conditions de garantie des concessionnaires de la région sont valables.
Service In the event of technical faults, please first check whether you can remedy the problem yourself with the help of the operating instructions (section “What to do if…”). If you were not able to remedy the problem yourself, please contact the Customer Care Department or one of our service partners. In order to be able to assist you quickly, we require the following information: – Model description – Product number (PNC) – Serial number (S No.
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