User manual SMEG SC578X-8

[. . . ] INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 GET TO KNOW YOUR OVEN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] SMALL GRILL (on some models only): Using only the heat released from the central element, this function enables small portions of meat and fish to be grilled for making kebabs, toasted sandwiches and all types of grilled vegetable side dishes. FAN-ASSISTED STATIC (on some models only): The operation of the fan, combined with traditional cooking, ensures uniform cooking even with complex recipes. Perfect for biscuits and cakes, even when simultaneously cooked on several levels. (For multiple-level cooking, you are advised to use the 2nd and 4th runners. ) FAN-ASSISTED GRILL: The air produced by the fan softens the strong heatwave generated by the grill, giving perfect grilling results even with very thick foods. shin of pork). 66 Instructions for the user FAN-ASSISTED SMALL GRILL (on some models only): Through the combined action of the fan and the heat of the central element only, this function is perfect for rapid cooking and cooking au gratin of small quantities of food (particularly meats), by bringing together the dietary advantages of the grill and the even cooking of the fan. CIRCULAR (on some models only): The combination of the fan and the circular element (incorporated in the rear of the oven) enables different foods to be cooked on several levels, as long as they need the same temperature and cooking time. It will be possible, for instance, to cook fish, vegetables and biscuits simultaneously (on different levels) without mixing smells and flavours. (For multiple-level cooking, you are advised to use the 2nd and 4th runners. ) TURBO: The combination of fan-assisted cooking and traditional cooking enables different foods to be cooked on several levels extremely quickly and efficiently, without any transfer of smells and flavours. (For multiple-level cooking, you are advised to use the 2nd and 4th runners. ) DEFROSTING (on some models only): Rapid defrosting is helped by switching on the fan to ensure uniform distribution of room temperature air inside the oven. 67 Instructions for the user 7. 1 Cooking advice and instructions 7. 1. 1 General advice For cooking on several levels, we recommend using a fan-assisted function ( , , ) to achieve uniform cooking at all heights. In general, it is not possible to shorten the cooking times by increasing the temperature (the food could be well-cooked on the outside and undercooked on the inside). 7. 1. 2 Advice for cooking meat Cooking times, especially for meat, vary according to the thickness and quality of the food and to consumer taste. Alternatively, simply press on the roast with a spoon: if it is hard, it is ready; if not, it needs another few minutes cooking. 7. 1. 3 Advice for cooking desserts and biscuits · · · Use dark metal moulds for desserts: they help to absorb the heat better. The temperature and the cooking duration depend on the quality and consistency of the dough. Check whether the dessert is cooked all the way through: at the end of the cooking time, put a toothpick into the highest point of the dessert. If the dessert collapses when it comes out of the oven, on the next occasion reduce the set temperature by about 10°C, selecting a longer cooking time if necessary. · 7. 1. 4 Advice for defrosting and proving · · · · We recommend positioning frozen foods in a lidless container on the first runner of the oven. When defrosting meat, we recommend using a rack positioned on the second runner with the food on it and a tray positioned on the first runner. In this way, the liquid from the defrosting food drains away from the food. For successful proving, a container of water should be placed in the bottom of the oven. · · 68 Instructions for the user 7. 1. 5 Advice for cooking with the Grill and the Fan-assisted grill · Using the Grill function , meat can be grilled even when it is put into the oven cold; preheating is recommended if you wish to change the effect of the cooking. · · With the Fan-assisted grill function , however, we recommend that you preheat the oven before grilling. We recommend placing the food at the centre of the rack. 7. 2 To save energy To save energy during use of the appliance, the following instructions may be followed: · Stop cooking a few minutes before the time normally used. Cooking will continue for the remaining minutes with the heat which has accumulated inside the oven. · Reduce any opening of the door to a minimum to avoid heat dispersal. [. . . ] The glass panels of the door can be completely removed by following the instructions provided below. Warning: before removing the glass panels, make sure that at least one of the door's hinges has been locked in the open position as described in "9. 2 Removing the door". This operation may have to be repeated during the glass removal process if the door is accidentally freed. 85 Instructions for the user Removing the internal glass panel: · Remove the internal glass panel by pulling it upwards, following the movement indicated by the arrows. Doing this detaches the 4 pins attached to the glass from their slots in the oven door. Removing the intermediate glass panels (on some models only): · Some multifunction models have an intermediate glass panel. [. . . ]