INDUCTION ELECTRIC RANGE for residential use only R Models: VEFSIE 304 P.. USERS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW • • Before beginning, please read these instructions completely and carefully. Do not remove permanently affixed labels, warnings, or plates from the product. This may void the warranty. • Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances. • Please ensure that this product is properly grounded.
WARNING ! To reduce the risk of tipping the appliance, the appliance must be secured by properly installed anti-tip device packed with the appliance.
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USER INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING!! 1. This appliance shall not be used for space heating. This information is based on safety considerations. 2. AlI openings in the wall behind the appliance and in the floor under the appliance shall be sealed. 3. Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors. 4. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air. 5. Disconnect the electrical supply to the appliance before servicing. 6.
• To avoid any possible hazard, the appliance must be installed by qualified personnel only. Any repairs by unqualified persons may result in electric shock or short circuit. In order to avoid possible injuries to your body or to the appliance, do not attempt any repairs by yourself. Such work should be carried out by qualified service personnel only. • Danger of burns! The oven and cooking accessories may become very hot during operation.
features 1 Fig. 1.1 2 Attention: Disconnect the appliance from the mains if the ceramic hob is cracked and call the After Sales Service. 3 Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface since they can get hot. 1 4 5 INDUCTION COOKING HOB 1. Front left cooking zone 1850 W (2500 W *) 240V / 1665 W (2250W*) 208V zone 2. Rear left cooking zone 1850 W (2500 W *) 240V / 1665 W (2250W*) 208V zone 3.
how to use the induction hob 2 The ceramic hob is fitted with induction cooking zones. These zones, shown by painted disks on the ceramic surface, are controlled by separate knobs positioned on the control panel. In the front central area of the hob, the cooking zones display (composed by no. 4 luminous figures - one for each zone) indicates: Fig. 2.1 = Cooking zone Off (not activated) = Cooking zone On (activated but not operating).
2 REMAINING HEAT INDICATORS When the temperature of a cooking zone is still hot, the relevant remaining heat indicator lights up on the display to alert you of the hot surface. Avoid touching the hob surface over the cooking area. Please pay special attention to children. When the is lit on the display, it is still possible to start cooking again; just turn the control knob to the required power level.
2 CONTROL KNOBS Each cooking zone is adjusted by a separate control knob positioned on the control panel and the operation is controlled by the electronic system. If a cooking zone is not turned Off the electronic system automatically switches it Off after a pre-set time which depends on the power setting. OPERATION TIME LIMIT OF COOKING ZONES Fig. 2.2 Each cooking zone is automatically switched Off after a maximum preset time if no operation is performed.
2 “FAST HEATING” FUNCTION Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the setting and then release the knob (after the “beep”); the relative symbol lights up on the cooking zone display. Within 5 seconds turn the knob to the desired power level (between 1 and 9); once a setting has been selected, and the chosen power level will flash in alternation on the control panel display.
2 MAXIMUM USABLE COOKING ZONES POWER FOR THE Controlled by 1st power board The right and left cooking zones are controlled by two separate power boards and the maximum total power per each power board is 3700 W. Should the cooking zones of one power board require more than 3700 W, the last selected power level has priority and the power of the other cooking zone is automatically reduced to the remaining power available.
2 ERROR CODES ON THE COOKING ZONES DISPLAY Error code Er20, Er31 or Er47 or display not operative E2 Example What to do 1. 2. 3. 4. E and 2 alternating for one or more cooking zones. This indicates an overheating of the cooking zone/s. 1. Switch off the cooking zone/s and leave to cool. 2. If the problem continues do not use the induction hob (only use the oven) and contact your Authorised Service Centre. 1. 2. E6 or E7 or E9 or E5 12 Switch off the cooker and disconnect it from the mains.
2 ADVICE FOR SAFE USE OF THE HOB • Before switching on make sure that you have the correct knob for the hotplate chosen. It is advisable to put the pan on the hotplate before switching on and to take it away after switching off. • Use cookware with flat and even bottoms. Uneven bottoms can scratch the glass ceramic surfaces. Be careful that the bottom is clean and dry. • Do not leave wet or damp lids on the bob. • The glass-ceramic surface and pans must be clean.
how to use the warming drawer 3 GENERAL FEATURES The warming drawer is fitted with an heating element (500 W) placed on the top. The heating can be regulated from 86°F (30°C) [LO min position] to 203°F (95°C) [HI max position]. USING THE WARMING DRAWER FOR THE FIRST TIME • Switch on the empty warming drawer at maximum power for about 2 hours to remove traces of grease and smells from the components.
3 Knob position °F °C LO (min) 86 30 between LO (min) and HI (max) from 87 to 202 from 31 to 94 HI (max) 203 95 TEMPERATURE SELECTOR The setting can be anywhere between LO (min) and HI (max) position. WARNING LIGHT The warning light is located above the control knob and turns “ON’ when the warming drawer is set. It stays on until the knob is turned back to the OFF (off) position. REVERSIBLE RACK The rack shall be positioned as per figures 3.2 and 3.3. Fig. 3.2 Fig. 3.3 Fig. 3.
how to use the self cleaning oven 4 GENERAL FEATURES Lower heating element (double) • Upper heating element 550 + 1750 W • Grill heating element 2850 W • Circular heating element 2450 W 1200 W NOTES ON OVEN OPERATION A cooling fan starts automatically when selecting a cooking function, defrost or self cleaning mode. It stops when turning the selector knob to OFF position or LIGHT and the inside oven cavity temperature drops below 150°C (302°F).
4 SELECTING THE FUNCTIONS (figs. 4.1, 4.2a, 4.2b) The function is selected by turning the function selector knob and matching the marking on the knob with the reference mark printed on the control panel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE COOKING FUNCTIONS: Once selecting the function and temperature (the temperature flashes on the programmer display - fig. 4.2a), press button 3 (“START”) on the programmer to start the cooking (temperature and steady lit on the programmer display - fig. 4.2b).
4 BAKE (Traditional Convection Cooking) The upper and lower heating elements switch on. The heat is diffused by natural convection and the temperature must be set between 120°F (50°C) and 535°F (280°C). On selecting this function the electronic programmer starts cooking with a pre-heating temperature set at 390°F (200°C). To vary the temperature see the “SETTING THE COOKING” section. Recommended for: For foods which require the same cooking temperature both internally and externally, i. e.
4 CLEAN (Self Cleaning Function - this is not a cooking function) CAUTION: During the self cleaning cycle the accessible parts may become hot. Keep children away. IMPORTANT NOTES: This is not a cooking function but is only used to clean the oven. Before starting the self cleaning cycle: • Take all the accessories out of the oven (drip tray and shelves). • Clean any traces of liquid which have overflowed. • Close the oven door and make sure that it is closed properly.
4 SELECTING °F/°C ON THE DISPLAY 1. Turn the oven selector knob to a cooking function (i.e. BAKE). 2. Press key 5 on the programmer (or use the temperature knob) to reduce the temperature until you reach the minimum value (120°F/50°C). 3. Press key 3 on the programmer. 4. Keep key 4 pressed (the temperature flashes) until “°F” or “°C” is flashing; then press key 4 again to change from °F to °C or vice versa. During selection “°C” or “°F” is flashing.
4 HOW TO START THE SELF CLEANING CYCLE 2 Important: The self cleaning cycle must only be performed with the oven empty; so, before starting the cycle take all the accessories (shelves, drip tray, ...) out of the oven cavity and dry any traces of overflowed liquid. Do not use any decreasing products (e.g. decreasing sprays, detergents, etc.). 1. I I I A I I PM 2.
4 I I I “door” (flashing) appears on the programmer display The function selector has been turned to the self cleaning position with the oven door open or not perfectly closed. Or the door has been opened before the cycle has been started with confirmation from key 3. I I I I I I I I I I I 1. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I PROBLEMS ON STARTING AND DURING THE SELF CLEANING CYCLE A What to do: • Close the door and repeat the operations to start the cycle. 2.
4 HOW TO STOP THE SELF CLEANING CYCLE 1. Turn the function selector to OFF (oven OFF). A If the oven cavity temperature is higher than 570°F (300°C): • “Hot” appears on the programmer display. • When the oven cavity temperature drops below 570°F (300°C): –– the door locked pilot light goes out; –– the door unlocks and can be opened; –– the time of day appears on the programmer display. If the oven cavity temperature is lower than 570°F (300°C): • The time of day appears on the programmer display.
4 ABNORMAL SITUATIONS AND/OR OPERATION PROBLEMS during cooking or the self cleaning cycle 1. 1 “F000” or “F001” appear during cooking or self cleaning cycle Oven temperature sensor is broken or not working properly. The cooling fan stays on and if the self cleaning cycle is in progress the door remains locked. What to do: • Turn the function selector to OFF (oven OFF). • Wait for the oven to cool down completely and disconnect the range from the mains. • Reconnect the appliance to the main.
4 COOKING ADVICE STERILIZATION It is advisable to handle the oven accessories using oven gloves. Sterilization of foods to be conserved, in full and hermetically sealed jars, is done in the following way: a. Turn the switch to position CONV.BAKE (convection cooking with ventilation). b. Set the thermostat knob to position 350°F (175°C) and preheat the oven. c. Fill the grill pan with hot water. d.
4 1ST STEP 2ND STEP 3RD STEP 4TH STEP Fig. 4.3 BROILING Very important: the broil element must always be used with the oven door closed. • Position the shelf on the first or second level from the top (fig. 4.3). • Turn on the broil element, as explained in the preceding paragraphs and let the oven preheat for about 5 minutes with the door closed. • Place the food to be cooked above the broiler tray. • Introduce the broiler tray (fig. 4.4) in the oven.
how to use the electronic programmer 5 The electronic programmer is a device which groups together the following functions: • • • • • • 12 hours clock with illuminated display. Timer (up to 3 hours). Program for semi-automatic oven cooking. Program for automatic oven cooking. Management of the cooking functions. The programmer can manage setting the temperature in the various cooking functions. Management of the self cleaning function.
5 TIMER The timer function is only used to count the time and does not influence oven operation or any programmes which are in progress or set. AM 1. Press button 1 - “0:00” appears on the programmer display. 2. Press keys 5 or 6 to set the time required (or turn the temperature knob to the right to increase the time and to the left to reduce it) - the bell symbol lights up on the display. PM 3. The countdown starts immediately and the time appears again. 4. To see the countdown press button 1.
5 CANCELLING A SET PROGRAM To cancel any program just press the buttons 5 and 6 at the same time for more than 3 seconds or turn the function selector knob to OFF (oven OFF). Note: If during a set program the function selector knob is turned to CLEAN (self cleaning), LIGHT(oven lighting), DEFROST (defrosting frozen foods) or to another cooking function, the program is cancelled.
cleaning and maintenance 6 WARNING VERY IMPORTANT Before any operation of maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical main supply. GENERAL RECOMANDATION • Important: Before any operation of cleaning and maintenance disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply. • It is advisable to clean when the appliance is cold and especially for cleaning the enamelled parts. • Avoid leaving alkaline or acidic substances (lemon juice, vinegar, etc.) on the surfaces.
6 VITROCERAMIC SURFACE Before cleaning the top, make sure that it is switched off. Remove any encrustation using a special scraper which can be bought (fig. 6.1). Remove dust using a damp cloth. Detergents can be used as long as they are not abrasive or corrosive. All residues of detergent must be eliminated with a damp cloth. Keep all objects that could be melted by the heat away from the top: plastic objects, aluminium foil, sugar or sugary products.
6 OVEN SHELF INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL The oven shelf is provided with a security block to prevent accidental extraction. It must be inserted as per figure 6.2. To pull it out remove shelf in the inverse order. Keep attention to insert the shelf correctly (see figure 6.2). Fig. 6.2 REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT (fig. 6.3) Before any maintenance is started involving electrical parts of the appliance, it must be disconnected from the power supply.
6 REMOVING THE WARMING DRAWER WARNING: • Do not remove drawer while hot. • Do not remove drawer during • operation. • Be sure drawer is empty before removing. 1. Open the drawer completely (fig. 6.4) 2. Move down the lever of left guide (fig. 6.5) and up the lever of right guide (fig. 6.6). 3. Remove the drawer; the levers have to be keep moved (fig. 6.4). 2 Fig. 6.6 3 2 Fig. 6.5 Fig. 6.4 FITTING THE WARMING DRAWER 1. Insert the drawer guides into the range guides (fig. 6.7) 2.
6 REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR The oven door can easily be removed as follows: Fig. 6.8 • Open the door to the full extent (fig. 6.8a). • Open the lever “A” completely on the left and right hinges (fig. 6.8b). • Hold the door as shown in fig. 6.8. • Gently close the door (fig. 6.8c) until left and right hinge levers “A” are hooked to part “B” of the door (fig. 6.8b) • Withdraw the hinge hooks from their location following arrow “C” (fig. 6.8d). • Rest the door on a soft surface.
6 DO’S AND DO NOT’S • Do always use the oven with the door closed. • Do always broil with the door closed. • Do read the user instructions carefully before using the range for first time. • Do allow the oven to heat for about two hours, before using for the first time, in order to expel any smell from the new oven insulation, without the introduction of food. • Do clean your oven regularly. • Do remove spills as soon as they occur.
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