COMPETENCE E4100-1 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 The steam from the oven is fed directly upwards via the duct in the rear of the cooking surface.
Operating Instructions Oven Accessories Combination shelf For dishes, cake tins, items for roasting and grilling. Universal baking tray For moist cakes, juicy roasts or as a baking sheet or collecting vessel for fat.
Operating Instructions Before Using for the First Time Setting the clock 3 The oven only operates when the clock has been set. The clock display flashes when the appliance is first connected, or after a power failure. 4. Press the M button briefly. 5. Start setting the current time within 5 seconds, using the + or - buttons. The appliance is now ready to 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 Rings 3 Also refer to the operating instructions for your built-in hob. It contains important information on ovenware, operation, cleaning and care. Heat settings • You may select the heat settings within the range of settings 1-9. • Intermediate positions may be selected between settings 2 and 7. They are marked with a dot.
Operating Instructions Cooking with the Rings 1. For heating up/browning, select a high heat setting. 2. As soon as steam starts to form or the oil is hot, turn back to the heat setting necessary for further cooking. 3. To stop cooking, turn back to the zero position. 2 14 Switch the cooking zone off approx. 5-10 minutes before cooking is finished to make use of the residual heat. This saves electricity.
Operating Instructions Using the Oven Switching the Oven On and Off 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. The red temperature pilot light comes on while the oven is heating up. 3. To switch off the oven turn the “oven functions” switch and the “temperature selection” switch to the off position.
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 A Defrost To begin to thaw and to defrost such items as flan, butter, bread, fruit or other frozen foods. For this function the fan operates without heating. 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.
Operating Instructions Inserting the Shelf and Universal Baking Tray 3 Anti-tip device All slide-in units have a small bulge on the left and right. This bulge is an anti-tip device and must always point to the rear of the oven. Tray or universal baking tray: The anti-tip device must point towards the rear of the oven. ✘ Inserting shelf: Insert the shelf unit with both guide rails pointing upwards. The anti-tip device must point downwards and be positioned to the rear of the oven compartment.
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 C 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. Manual Operation M M Pressing the M button M switches the oven from Automatic to Manual operation. The "AUTO" symbol goes off.
Operating Instructions 3 General Hints • After a clock function has been set, the desired times can be set or changed within 5 seconds using the + or - buttons. • If one of the programme buttons is pressed, a brief acknowledgement signal is sounded. Any change of settings made with the + or buttons is acknowledged by a short 'click' signal. • "P" indicates that the clock is running at 60 Hz.
Operating Instructions Countdown C 1. Press the Countdown C button. 2. Set the desired time using the + or - buttons. 3 The remaining time can be checked by pressing the Countdown button C again Press any button to switch off the signal. A few seconds after a Countdown time has been set, the normal clock display re-appears, showing the current time. When the Countdown is completed, an audible signal is sounded for 5 minutes. The maximum length of time that can be set is 90 minutes.
Operating Instructions Cook time < 1. Press the < button. 2. Set the desired cooking time (up to 10 hours) using the + or - buttons. The display shows the current time again after about 5 seconds. The AUTO symbol indicates that the oven is now in Automatic operation. When the set time has elapsed, a signal sounds for 5 minutes, and the oven switches itself off. 3. Press the M button to stop the signal and the programme. Turn the oven function and temperature selectors to OFF.
Operating Instructions Combining the Cook Time < and End > functions 3 Cook Time < and End > can be used together, to switch the oven on or off automatically at a later time. 1. Select the desired oven function and temperature. Use the Cook Time function < to set the length of time necessary to cook the meal. For example, 1 hour. 2. Press the > button. Set the desired switch-off time using the + or - buttons.
Operating Instructions The AUTO symbol appears, and the clock time is shown on the display. For example, 12:05:00. The oven switches off automatically when the set time is reached. For example, 13:05. And switches off again at the end of the set cooking time. for example, 14:05. When the time has elapsed, the AUTO symbol flashes, a signal is sounded for 5 minutes, and the oven switches itself off. 3. Stop the signal and the programme by pressing the M button.
Operating Instructions Adjusting the clock 3 The clock can only be adjusted if none of the automatic functions (Cook Time < or End >) has been set. 1. Push the M button briefly. 2. Set the current time using the + or - buttons. The clock shows the current time again after 5 seconds. The appliance is now ready to use.
Operating Instructions Uses, Tables and Tips Boiling The information given in the following tables is for guidance. The switch setting required for cooking depends on the quality of the pans and the type and quantity of food. Settings for cooking on the rings Switch setting Cooking / Continuation cooking level Suitable for 9 Heating up Heating up large quantities of water, cooking pasta 7-9 Heavy browning Deep-frying chips, browning meat, e.g., stewing steak, frying, e.g.
Operating Instructions 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 Conventional O Time Shelf Tempera- Shelf po- TemperaFor both position ture sition ture functions from ºC from ºC Hrs.: Mins.
Operating Instructions Type of cake or pastry Pizza & baking S Conventional O Time Shelf Tempera- Shelf po- TemperaFor both position ture sition ture functions from ºC from ºC Hrs.: Mins. bottom bottom 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 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 mixt
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 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 po- Temperasition 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 po- Temperasition 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 Defrosting To defrost, use the defrost A oven function without setting a temperature. Dishes for defrosting • Remove packaging and place the food on a plate on the shelf. • Do not use a plate or dish to cover as these significantly increase the defrosting time. Shelf positions • Insert the shelf in the 1st position from the bottom to defrost. Notes on the defrosting table The table below offers some guidance on defrosting times. Defrosting table Dish Defrosting time Mins.
Operating Instructions Preserving For making preserves, use the bottom heat Üoven function. Preserving jars • When making preserves, use only commercially available jars of the same size. 3 Jars with twist-off tops or with a bayonet fastening and metal containers are not suitable. Shelf positions • Use the 1st shelf position from the bottom for making preserves. Notes on preserves • Use the universal tray for preserves. There is room for up to six jars, each with a capacity of 1 litre.
Operating Instructions Preserving Table The stated times and temperatures are for guidance only. Preserves Temperature in °C Preserving time until bubbles form Mins. Continued cooking at 100°C 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 Warning: The oven must be switched off and cold before cleaning. Clean the appliance after each use.
Operating Instructions Fat Filter 1. Clean the fat filter in hot water and washing up liquid or in the dishwasher. 2. Badly burned on soiling can be removed by boiling the filter in a little water to which 2-3 tablespoonsful of dishwasher cleaner has been added.
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 (1) and then unhitch at the back (2). Fitting the shelf support rails 3 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).
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 glass cover by turning it anti-clockwise and then clean it. 2.
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 The cooking zones do not function. Possible cause The appropriate cooking zone has not been switched on. Switch on the cooking zone. The circuit breaker (at the household fuse box) has tripped or the fuse has blown. Check the circuit breaker or fuse. The oven does not heat The oven has not been up. switched on. Switch on the oven. The time has not been set. Set the time. The necessary settings have not been made. Check the settings.
Operating Instructions Technical Data Oven Interior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth Capacity (usable capacity) 31 cm x 41 cm x 41 cm 52 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 • EN 60350 and • DIN 44546 / 44547 / 44548 relating to the operating features of household electric cookers.
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 Index A O Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Oven accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 steam vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 B Baking tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bottom heat . . . . . . . .
Service Service The Chapter “What to do if ...” lists a number of faults that you can correct by yourself. If a fault occurs, please refer to that chapter first. Is it a technical fault? Contact Customer Service. (You will find the addresses and telephone numbers under “Customer Service addresses”.) Have the necessary information ready before you call. This will make it easier to make a fault diagnosis and decide whether repairs are necessary. If possible, record the following details: • Type of fault.
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