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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OS8440
Instructions for use Steam Oven Dear customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet all of your expectations and full fill your needs for many years to come. The Scandinavian design is a combination of clean lines, everyday functionality and high quality. This is the hallmarks for all of our products and this is why they are so highly appreciated all over the world.
Information for user STEAM COOKING Overview Steam cooking presents nothing but advantages if you follow the instructions for use. Healthy and natural, steam cooking preserves the full flavour of foods. A delicate sauce or aromatic herb seasonings add that something extra that makes the difference. This kind of cooking releases no odours.
Information for user Safety instructions This appliance is intended for Domestic Cooking use and should be used in accordance with the information and instructions included within this manual. Any deviation from this may result in damage or personal injury. This oven was designed for use by private persons in their homes. It is intended solely for cooking foodstuffs. This oven does not contain any asbestos-based components.
List of contents Describe your oven p.5-7 Submitting your oven p.5-6 Accessories p.7 Using your oven p.8-14 Using the programmer p.8 How to set the time p.8 Cooking immediate p.9 Defrosting p.10 Tips p.11 How to cook deferred p.12 Using the timer function p.13 Adjusting brightness p.14 Table cooking oven p.15-16 What if ... p.16 For the installer p.16-18 Connecting p.17 Flush p.18 Maintenance and cleaning your oven p.19-20 Cleaning the chute p.19 Change the bulb p.
Description of your appliance Display Indicator panel Water supply tube Tank Steam generator Channel 5
Description of your appliance 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Steam cooking control Defrosting button Start/Stop control Time and delay display or timed period Steam cooking symbol Cooking time symbol End of cooking time symbol 1 2 4 5 3 13 6 8. Temperature display 9. +/- controls for timer 10. Selector button : SET 11. Autonomous timer 12. Water circuit problem signal 13. Defrosting symbol 14. Display of the cooking period or delayed start time 15.
Accessories Tin ware Food dish (fig.1) Pierced stainless steel cooking dish to prevent contact between food and condensation water. fig.1 Condensate dish (fig.2) Dish to recover the condensation water fig.2 fig.3 When cooking place the fig.1 dish on the fig.2 dish in reverse order so that they do not fit into each other (see diagram). When storing place the fig.1 dish on the fig.2 dish in the same order so that they fit into each other. The cookware may be cleaned in the dishwasher. Grid (fig.
How to use your oven Setting the time Adjust the time using the + and -button. 1 The first time the oven is turned on:Set the time.The display flashes on 12.00. Validate with SET“ ”. Use the + and - buttons to adjust the time. Caution If the time set is not validated by the SET button, it is automatically recorded after one minute. Exemple : 12H30 Validate with SET“ displayed. 2 Press on the + and - buttons simultaneously until the time starts to flash.Adjust the time using the + and -button.
Cooking immediately Operational principle The water contained in the tank reaches the cavity via a tube. This water is transformed into steam on contact with a hot surface placed in the lower part of the cavity: the steam generator. There is no need to add water to the cooking dish. To guarantee TRUE STEAM COOKING, your oven is supplied with a set of specially designed for cookware to perfection. Attention You MUST IMPERATIVELY fill the water tank up to the maximum level before starting cooking.
How to use your oven Defrosting Defrosting at 60°C. 1 Press the button A time of 40 minutes is suggested. 2 Adjust the cooking time as necessary ( minimum 5 min and maximum 60 min by pressing on + and - button. 3 Validate with the START button. 4 The symbol comes on. When the temperature is reached, 60° becomes constant, and a beep sounds Modifying the cooking time During cooking, you can modify the cooking time by using the + and - buttons.
How to use your oven Advice Reheating Freeze small portions; defrosting will be faster, more homogenous and quality will be preserved. When semi-defrosted, you can turn over the food items or spread them out (for example vegetables patties). Protect pastries with a cling wrap or keep the original packaging. Wipe fish and sausages before grilling: humidity stops them from becoming golden brown. For large pieces (roasts, etc.
How to use your oven Comment faire une cuisson différée ? Steam cooking at 100°C. You can program the cooking time so that your dish is ready at a time of your choice. For example: It is 12h05 o'clock, and you have to go out, your dish should be ready at 13 o'clock and it will take 20 minutes to cook. 1 4 The time and the end of cooking time symbol display and flash. The adjustment of the end of cooking time is now possible: Press the + or - buttons For example : 12h00 Press the button .
How to use your oven How to use the timer Your oven is fitted with an electronic timer that is independent of the operation of the oven, and allows time to be counted down. Modifying and stopping the timer This function is independent of your oven. It can not order the end of automatic cooking. The beeps can be stopped by holding down SET or START. Once the countdown has started, you can modify the time remaining by holding down SET then pressing the + or buttons.
Cooking times VEGETABLES PREPARATION Artichokes (Small) 40 to 45 min . placed upside down in the dish Asparagus 35 to 40 min. for the tips, reduce the cooking time Broccoli 18 min. in little flowerets Carrots 20 to 22 min. in fine slices Celeriac 25 to 30 min. in fine slices Pumpkin 15 to 20 min. in cubes 15 min. in fine strips 30 to 35 min. 22 min. 30 to 35 min. Brussels sprouts Flowers in little bunches Green shredded 10 to 15 min.
Cooking times FISH TIME PREPARATION REMARKS Pike 25 to 30 min. whole (1kg) Cod/hake 13 to 15 min. steaks (180g)* Sea bream 20 to 25 min. whole (1kg) Haddock 15 min. fillets Herring 20 min. whole (200g) 15 to 20 min. steaks (180 g) Lotte 15 min. according to thickness Mackerel 20 min. whole (250g) • *Steaks :slices of fish 2 or 3 cm thick (180/200g) per person.
How to maintain your oven Troubleshooting IF YOU REALIZE THAT The display panel is not lit up. The light doesn't work. Water or steam leaking from the door during cooking. POSSIBLE CAUSES A fault in the oven electrical supply. Electric card out of order. The bulb needs replacing. The oven is not switched on at the mains. The fuse has blown. The door is not shut correctly. The door seal is faulty. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? - Check that the tank has been pushed in completely.
How to install your oven Electrical connection For a permanent connection, make sure a system of disconnection that complies with the installation regulations. The appliance must be placed in such a way as to leave the plug accessible if it is flush-fitted. Use of an earthed power socket, connected in compliance with current safety standards Your installation must be fitted with a 10 amp device for thermal protection. Do not use the oven if the supply cord or its plug are damaged.
How to install your oven Housing NB The oven may be housed either under a work surface or built into a column that is open* or closed with a suitable opening. To do this: Remove the rubber stoppers masking the fixing holes. 1 2 3 4 To prevent the housing unit splintering, drill two holes 3 mm in diameter in the wall of the housing unit opposite the fixing holes. Attach the oven using the two screws. Conceal the hole using the rubber stoppers. (These also help to cushion the closing of the oven door).
How to maintain your oven How to maintain your oven Cleaning the channel Cavity (after each use) Wipe out the cavity with a dry cloth after the steam generator has cooled or leave the cavity to dry out with the door open. Water supply tube (Once per month) Remove the water supply tube by unscrewing it. Remove any scale that may have formed on the inside (using a fine, pointed object such as a skewer or knitting needle).
How to maintain your oven Before proceeding to manual cleaning your oven, let cool. In general, abrasive powder and metal sponges and sharp objects are banned. Changing the bulb The bulb is by the far right corner. 1 2 - Turn the cover slightly anticlockwise (left). - Unscrew the bulb the same way. The bulb is a : - 15 W - 220-240 V - 300°C - Douille E14 3 Change the bulb and reassemble the unit making sure the seals are positioned correctly. - Switch the oven back on at the mains.
After-self service REPAIRS I nterventions Any repairs that are made to your appliancemust be handled by a qualified professionalauthorised to work on the brand. When youcall, mention your appliance’s complete refe-rence (model, type, serial number). This infor-mation BRANDT APPLIANCES SAS 7 rue Henri Becquerel 92500 RUEIL MALMAISON MADE IN FRANCE 230V ~ 50 Hz appears on the manufacturer’s name-plate (Fig.1).
