COMPETENCE B4300-1 The Versatile Built-in Oven User Instructions
Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully. Pay particular attention to the section “Safety information” on the first few pages. Please retain these operating instructions for later reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. The following symbols are used in the text: 1 Safety instructions Warning: Information concerning your personal safety. Important: Information on how to avoid damaging the appliance.
Contents Operating Instructions .................................... 5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 General Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exterior of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oven Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fat Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Electrical Safety • The appliance may only be connected by a registered specialist. • In the event of any faults or damage to the appliance: remove fuses or switch off. • It is not permissible to clean the appliance with a steam or high pressure cleaner for safety reasons! • Repairs to the appliance may only be carried out by specialists. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
Operating Instructions To Avoid Damaging Your Appliance • Do not line your oven with aluminium foil and do not place a baking tray or dish on the oven floor, otherwise the oven enamel will be damaged by the resulting build up of heat. • Juice from fruit that drips from baking trays will leave marks that cannot be removed. For very moist cakes, use the universal baking tray. • Do not put any weight on the oven door when it is open. • Never pour water directly into the hot oven. The enamel may be damaged.
Operating Instructions 2 Disposal Disposing of the packaging material All materials used can be fully recycled. Plastics are marked as follows: • >PE< for polyethylene, as used for the outer wrapping and the bags inside. • >PS< for polystyrene foam, e.g., as used for the padding materials. They are completely free of CFCs. Disposal of old appliances 1 Warning: Before disposing of old appliances please make them inoperable so that they cannot be the source of danger.
Operating Instructions Description of the Appliance General Overview Control Panel 8
Operating Instructions Oven Features Oven steam vent Steam from the oven is fed out between the upper door edge and the control panel.
Operating Instructions Oven Accessories The following parts are supplied with the oven: Combination shelf For dishes, cake tins, items for roasting and grilling Universal baking tray For moist cakes, roasts or asa baking tray or as a container to catch fat Baking tray For cakes and biscuits 10
Operating Instructions Before Using for the First Time Setting the Time 3 The oven will only operate when the time has been set. 1. The time function indicator D will flash after the appliance has been connected to the mains or following a power failure. 2. Using buttons + or - set the current time. 3. Wait for approx. 5 seconds. The flashing will stop and the clock will show the set time. The appliance is ready for use.
Operating Instructions Initial Cleaning Before using the oven for the first time you should clean it thoroughly. 1 Caution: Do not use any caustic, abrasive cleaners! The surface could be damaged. 3 To clean metal fronts use commercially available cleaning agents. 1. Turn the oven function switch to oven lighting L. 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.
Operating Instructions Using the Oven Switching the Oven On and Off Time display and function indicators Oven Power Indicator Function Display Oven Functions Temperature Pilot Light Temperature Display Clock Functions Temperature Selection 1. Turn the “oven functions” switch to the required function. 2. Turn the “temperature selection” switch to the required temperature. The yellow oven power indicator will remain on while the oven is in use.
Operating Instructions Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: L Oven lighting With this function you can illuminate the oven interior, e.g., for cleaning. The heating element is not in use. S Pizza & baking For baking cakes on one level and for pastries that need more browning and a crispy base. These include such foods as pizza, quiche lorraine, and cheese cake. Set oven temperatures 20-40 °C lower than when using conventional. Conventional is used and in addition the fan is switched on.
Operating Instructions F Grill For grilling flat foods placed on the middle of the shelf such as steaks, escalopes or fish, or for toasting. The grill heating element is in use. Z Dual grill For grilling larger quantities of flat foods such as steaks, escalopes or fish, or for toasting. Top heat and the grill heating element are in use. I Rotitherm For roasting larger pieces of meat or poultry on one level. This function is also suited to cooking foods au gratin and browning.
Operating Instructions Inserting the Shelf and Tray The shelf has two guide rails on the right and left sides. These must always be facing downwards. Inserting the shelf Insert the shelf so that the two guide rails face downwards. Insert the shelf on the oven shelf runner rails so that the two holes engage in the retaining bolts of the oven shelf runner rails. Inserting the baking tray / universal tray Insert the trays so that the anti-tip device faces to the rear.
Operating Instructions Inserting/Removing the Fat Filter The fat filter protects the rear wall heating element against splashes of fat when roasting. Inserting the fat filter Holding the fat filter by the tab, insert the two retainers into the opening on the rear wall of the oven (fan opening) from the top downwards. Removing the fat filter Take hold of the tab on the fat filter and remove by pulling upwards.
Operating Instructions Working with the Electronic Clock The electronic clock has the following functions: 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 D To set change or check the time. (See also section “Before Using for the First Time”.
Operating Instructions 3 General information • Once a function has been selected the corresponding function indicator will flash for approx. 5 seconds. During this time the required times can be set using the + or - button. • After the required time has been set the function indicator will flash again for approx. 5 seconds. After this the function indicator will stay on. The set time will begin to count down. • The acoustic signal can be deactivated by pressing any button.
Operating Instructions Countdown ] 1. Press selection button Y repeatedly until the countdown function indicator ] flashes. 2. Using the + or - button set the required countdown ]. (Max. 2 hours and 30 minutes.) After approx. 5 seconds the display will show the remaining time. The countdown function indicator ] is illuminated. When the time has expired the function indicator will flash and an acoustic signal will sound for 2 minutes. 3. Press any button to switch off the acoustic signal.
Operating Instructions Cook time < 1. Press selection button Y repeatedly until the cook time function indicator < flashes. 2. Using buttons + or - set the required cooking time. After approx. 5 seconds the display will revert to the time. The cook time function indicator < is illuminated. When the time has expired the function indicator will flash, an acoustic signal will sound for 2 minutes and the oven will switch off. 3. Switch off the acoustic signal and the programme by pressing any button.
Operating Instructions End time > 1. Press selection button Y repeatedly until the end time function indicator > flashes. 2. Using buttons + or - set the time at which you want the oven to switch off. After approx. 5 seconds the display will revert to the time. The end time function indicator > is illuminated. When the time has elapsed the function indicator will flash, an acoustic signal will sound for 2 minutes and the oven will switch off. 3.
Operating Instructions Cook time < and End time > combined 3 Cook time < and end time > can be used together if the oven is to switch on and off automatically at a later time. 1. Using the cook time < function sets the time required for the dish to cook. In this case 1 hour. 2. Using the end time > function sets the time at which the dish is to be ready. In this case 14:05. The cook time < and end time > function indicators are illuminated and the time will appear in the display. In this case 12:05.
Operating Instructions Changing TIME 3 The time can only be changed if neither of the automatic functions (cook time < or end time >) has been set. 1. Press selection button Y repeatedly until the TIME function indicator flashes. 2. Using buttons + or - set the current time. 3. After approx. 5 seconds the function indicator will stop flashing and the clock will show the set time. The appliance is ready for use.
Operating Instructions Uses, Tables and Tips Baking Use the pizza & baking S, fan cooking U or conventional O oven functions for baking. 3 Remove the fat filter when baking, as otherwise the baking time is longer and the surface will brown unevenly. Baking tins • Coated baking tins and tins made of dark metal are suitable for conventional O heat. • Light metallic, glass and ceramic containers are also suitable for pizza & baking S and fan cooking U.
Operating Instructions 3 General information • Always count the shelf positions from the bottom upwards. • Insert baking trays with the sloped edge to the front! • Always place cake tins in the middle of the shelf. • With pizza & baking S or conventional O you can also bake two items simultaneously by placing the tins next to one another on the shelf. There is no significant increase in baking time.
Operating Instructions Baking Table Baking on one shelf position Type of cake or pastry Pizza & baking S Shelf Temperaposition ture from ºC bottom Conventional O Shelf position from bottom Temperature ºC Time For both functions Hrs.: Mins.
Operating Instructions Type of cake or pastry Pizza & baking S Shelf Temperaposition ture from ºC bottom Conventional O Shelf position from bottom Temperature ºC Time For both functions Hrs.: Mins. Fruit flan (with a yeast dough/sponge base)2 3 150-170 3 170-190 0:25-0:50 Fruit flans on shortcrust pastry base1 3 160-170 3 170-190 0:40-1:20 Tarts with delicate fillings (e.g.
Operating Instructions Baking on several shelf positions Fan cooking U Type of cake or pastry Shelf position from bottom Temperature ºC Time Hours: Mins.
Operating Instructions Tips for baking Baking result Possible cause The cake is underWrong shelf position cooked at the bottom The cake collapses (is sticky, soft in the middle, damp patches) Cake is too dry Cake is unevenly browned Cooking time too lon 30 Solution Insert the cake at a lower shelf position Cooking temperature too high Set to a lower temperature Cooking time too short Increase cooking time Cooking times may not be reduced by using a higher cooking temperature Too much liquid in
Operating Instructions Pies and Gratin Table Conventional O Shelf position from bottom Temp. °C Rotitherm I Shelf position from bottom Time Temp. °C Hrs: Mins.
Operating Instructions Frozen Ready Meals Table Food to be cooked Shelf position from bottom Oven function Frozen pizza 3 Conventional O Chips1 (300-600 g) 3 Rotitherm I 3 Conventional O in accordance in accordance with the with the maker's maker's instrucinstructions tions 3 Conventional O in accordance in accordance with the with the maker's maker's instrucinstructions tions Baguettes Fruit flan Temperature Time in accordance in accordance with the with the maker's maker's instrucinstr
Operating Instructions Roasting Use the rotitherm I or conventional O oven functions for roasting. Ovenware for roasting • Any heat-resistant dish is suitable for roasting (refer to the manufacturer's instructions!). • If the dish has plastic handles, check that they are heat-resistant (refer to manufacturer's instructions!). • Large roasts can be roasted directly on the universal baking tray or on the shelf with the universal baking tray underneath (e.g. turkey, goose, 3-4 chickens, 3-4 knuckles of veal).
Operating Instructions 34 3 Notes on the roasting table Information is given in the table on suitable oven functions, temperature settings, cooking times and shelf positions for various types of meat. The information is for guidance. • We recommend roasting meat and fish with a minimum weight of 1kg in the oven. • In general the conventional O oven function is particularly suitable for very lean meat such as fish or game.
Operating Instructions Roasting table Type of meat Quantity Conventional O Weight Shelf Temperaposition ture from botºC tom Rotitherm I Time Shelf Tempera- Hours:Mi position ture ns. from ºC bottom Beef Pot roast 1-1.
Operating Instructions Type of meat Quantity Conventional O Weight Shelf Temperaposition ture from botºC tom Rotitherm I Time Shelf Tempera- Hours:Mi position ture ns. from ºC bottom Game Saddle of hare, haunch of hare up to 1 kg 3 220-2501 3 160-170 0:25-0:40 Saddle of venison 1.5-2 kg 1 210-220 1 160-180 1:15-1:45 Haunch of venison 1.
Operating Instructions Grilling To grill use the grill F oven function or dual grill Z with temperature setting z. 1 Important: Always grill with the oven door closed. 3 Always pre-heat the empty oven for 5 minutes using the grill functions! Ovenware for grilling • Use the shelf unit and universal tray together for grilling. Shelf positions • For grilling flat foods you should mainly use the 4th shelf position from the bottom.
Operating Instructions Preserving Use the bottom heat Ü oven function for preserving. Preserving jars • For preserving use only commercially available preserving jars that are all the same size. 3 Screw-top jars, jars with a bayonet fastening and metal containers are unsuitable. Shelf positions • Use the 1st shelf position from the bottom for preserving. Notes on preserving • Use the universal tray for preserving. There is room for up to 6 preserving jars each with a capacity of 1 litre on this tray.
Operating Instructions Preserving Table Temperature in Preserves °C Preserving time until bubbles form Mins. Continued cooking at 100 °C Standing time with oven switched off Mins.
Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care 1 Warning: For safety reasons cleaning the appliance with a steam jet cleaner or high-pressure water cleaner is not permissible! Exterior of the Appliance Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth dipped in warm soapy water. • Do not use scourers, caustic cleaners or abrasive items. • Use commercially available cleaners for metal fronts. Oven Interior 1 3 Warning: The oven must be switched off and cold before cleaning.
Operating Instructions 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 and then unhitch at the back. Fitting the shelf support rails 1 When fitting the rails, ensure that the retaining bolts of the shelf runner rails face forwards.
Operating Instructions Oven Lighting 1 Warning: There is a danger of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light bulb: – Switch off the oven! – Remove the fuses in the fuse box or switch off the circuit breaker. 3 Place a cloth on the oven floor to protect the oven light and glass cover. Changing the rear oven light/Cleaning the glass cover 1. Remove the right shelf support rail. 2. Remove the glass cover by turning it anti-clockwise and then clean it. 3.
Operating Instructions Cleaning the Oven Ceiling The upper heating element can be folded down to make it easier to clean the oven ceiling. 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.
Operating Instructions Oven Door The oven door of your appliance may be removed for cleaning. Removing the oven door 1. Open the oven door completely. 2. Completely fold back the brasscoloured clamping lever on both door hinges. 3. Grip the oven door with both hands on the sides and close it to about 3/4 going past the point of resistance. 4. Pull the door away from the oven (Caution: heavy!). 5.
Operating Instructions Oven Door Glass The oven door is fitted with three glass panels mounted one behind the other. The inner panels may be removed for cleaning. 1 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. 1 Important: Using force, especially on the edges of the front glass panel, may break the glass. Removing the top door glass 1.
Operating Instructions 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. 2. Lower the middle glass panel and slide it under the lower bracket towards the lower door edge as far as it will go. 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. 2. Lower the glass panel.
Operating Instructions What to do if ... Symptom Possible cause The oven does not heat The oven has not been up. switched on. The oven lighting does not come on. Solution Switch on the oven. The time has not been set. Set the time. The necessary settings have not been made. Check the settings. The circuit breaker (at the household fuse box) has tripped or the fuse has blown. Check the fuse. If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows several times please call an approved electrician.
Operating Instructions Technical Data Oven Interior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth Capacity (usable capacity) 31 cm x 40 cm x 41 cm 50 l Regulations, Standards, Directives This appliance meets the following standards: • EN 60 335-1 and EN 60 335-2-6 relating to the safety of electric appliances for household use and similar purposes and • DIN 44546 / 44547 / 44548 relating to the operating features of household electric cookers. • EN 55014-2 / VDE 0875 part 14-2 • EN 55014 / VDE 0875 part 14/12.
Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Important: The new appliance is only to be installed and connected up by an approved installer. Please observe this instruction, otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage that may occur. 1 Safety Instructions for the Installer • A device must be provided in the electrical installation which allows the appliance to be disconnected from the mains at all poles with a contact opening width of at least 3mm. Suitable isolation devices are e.g.
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Index B R Baking tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bottom heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Ready meals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Rotitherm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 C Cleaning accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 initial cleaning . . . . .
Guarantee Conditions 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 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.
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Service The section "What do I do if...“ lists some faults that you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. Is it a technical fault? Then contact your nearest customer service centre. (Addresses and telephone numbers can be found under "Customer Service Centres“.) Always prepare in advance for the discussion. By doing so you will make it easier to diagnose the fault and decide whether customer service is necessary.
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