APZ300 - Pizza oven BESTRON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric pizza oven
Brand	Bestron
Model	APZ300
Power supply voltage	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Rated power	1400 W
Dimensions (W x D x H)	40 x 35 x 30 cm
Net weight	7.5 kg
Body material	Stainless steel and lacquered steel
Capacity	1 pizza (up to 30 cm diameter)
Maximum temperature	400 °C
Timer	Yes, adjustable up to 30 minutes with alarm
Thermostat	Continuous temperature adjustment
Heating elements	Upper and lower heating elements
Functions	Natural convection cooking, fan-assisted
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not immerse.
Safety	Automatic shut-off in case of overheating, cool-touch handle
Included accessories	Pizza stone, support, user manual
Repairability	Spare parts available via Bestron customer service
Color	Black with silver accents

Frequently Asked Questions - APZ300 BESTRON

How to preheat the APZ300 pizza oven?

Place the oven on a stable surface, plug it in, and set the thermostat to the desired temperature (usually 250-400 °C). Let it heat for about 10-15 minutes until the indicator light turns off.

What is the maximum temperature of the APZ300 oven?

The maximum temperature is 400 °C, ideal for fast and crispy pizza cooking.

Can I use parchment paper in the oven?

Yes, you can place parchment paper on the pizza stone, but make sure it does not hang over and block air circulation.

How to clean the pizza oven after use?

Let the appliance cool down completely. Clean the interior and exterior with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Never use abrasive products or immerse the oven in water.

What to do if the oven does not heat?

Check that the appliance is plugged in and the thermostat is set to a sufficient temperature. If the problem persists, contact Bestron customer service.

The oven turns off by itself, is this normal?

Yes, the oven is equipped with a safety feature that shuts it off in case of overheating. Let it cool down and use it normally again.

What types of pizza can I cook?

This oven is suitable for frozen, fresh, or homemade pizzas with a maximum diameter of 30 cm.

Can I prepare other dishes besides pizza?

Yes, the oven can be used to bake flatbreads, focaccia, savory pies, or even grilled vegetables.

How to set the timer?

Turn the timer knob clockwise to the desired time (max 30 minutes). An alarm sounds at the end of cooking.

Where to find spare parts?

Spare parts are available through Bestron after-sales service. Check the official website or contact customer service.

USER MANUAL APZ300 BESTRON

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NL Handleiding pizza oven
DE Gebrauchsanweisung Pizza Ofen
FR Mode d'emploi four à pizza

EN Instruction manual pizza oven
IT Istruzioni per l'uso forno per pizza
ES Manual del usuario del horna para pizzas

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CONDITIONS DE GARANTIE

DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - General

• Please read these instructions carefully and retain them for reference.
  • Use this appliance solely in accordance with these instructions.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
  • Have any repairs carried out solely by a qualified electrician. Never try to repair the appliance yourself.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Electricity and heat

Certain parts of the appliance may get hot. Touch these parts to prevent burning yourself.

• Check whether the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the model plate on the appliance before you plug it in.
  • Make sure the socket into which you plug the appliance is earthed.
  • Always remove the plug from the socket when the appliance is not in use.
• When you remove the plug from the socket, pull by holding the plug, not the cable.
• Check regularly to make sure the cable of the appliance is still intact. Do not use the appliance if the cable is damaged. A damaged cable must be replaced by a qualified electrician.
  • Certain parts of the appliance can become hot. Do not touch them, as you may burn yourself.
• The appliance needs space in order for heat to escape, thereby preventing a risk of fire. Make sure that the appliance has sufficient space around it, and does not come in contact with flammable material. The appliance must not be covered. Make sure the air vents are not covered or blocked.
• Make sure that the appliance and the cable do not come in contact with sources of heat, such as a hot cooking hob or naked flame.
  • Make sure that the appliance, the cable and plug do not come in contact with water

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - During use

• Never use the appliance outdoors.
- Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface where it cannot fall.
- Never allow the cable to hang over the edge of the counter, worktop or table.
• Make sure that your hands are dry before touching the appliance, cable or plug.
• Never use the appliance in damp rooms.
- Do not pick up the appliance if it falls into water. Remove the plug from the socket immediately. No not use the appliance again.
• Take care during use. The appliance, the pizza stone and their hinged clips get extremely hot. Use oven gloves. Open the appliance only by means of the handle. Use aluminium paddles to remove the prepared product from the oven.
- Clean the appliance thoroughly after use (see Cleaning and maintenance).
- Never immerse the appliance, the plug or the cable in water or other liquid.
• This appliance may not be used through an external timer or by means of a remote control.

THE ENVIRONMENT

- Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers. When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin; hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to the symbols on the product, the user's instructions or the packaging.

- The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in the re-use, recycling or other means of making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the environment.

- Contact your municipality for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood.

OPERATION - General

The appliance is intended only for domestic use, not for professional use.

1. On-/Off switch with pilot light
2. Infinitely adjustable temperature knob

3. Pilot lights ready for use
   (upper- and lower heat)

4. Lid

5. Handle

6. Cable and plug

OPERATION - Before first use

1. Remove the packaging.
2. Clean the baking plates to remove any residues that may be left from the manufacturing process (see "Cleaning and maintenance"). Dry them thoroughly.
3. Put the plug into the wall socket and allow the waffle maker to heat up. This will take about 5 minutes; allowing it to heat will remove any packaging odour from the appliance.

- The appliance may emit a little smoke and a characteristic smell when you switch it on for the first time. This is normal, and will soon stop. Make sure the appliance has sufficient ventilation.

- Keep house birds away from the appliance when it is in use. Fumes released from the non-stick coating when the baking plates are hot may be harmful to birds.

OPERATION - Use of pizza oven

1. Insert the plug (6) into the wall socket and switch on the oven with the On/Off switch (1).
2. Open the lid (4) with the handle (5).
3. Clean the oven (see chapter Cleaning).
4. Close the lid.
5. Turn the temperature knob (2) to the desired position. Both READY-lights (3) for top and bottom heating elements will be switched on.
6. After warming up (approx. 5 minutes), the READY-lights will switch off and the oven is ready to use.

Please note that while using the appliance the READY-lights turn on and off occasionally. This is normal and gives an indication that the automatic thermostat keeps the oven to the set temperature.

Please note that you can also use the oven to prepare meals. The preparation times depend on the type of food and the quantity. Preferably use a lower temperature setting than with baking of pizzas.

1. Open the lid.

2. Place the pizza or other food in the oven.

3. Close the lid

- Bake fresh pizza around 5-9 minutes depending on your own preference.

- Bake frozen pizzas around 7-12 minutes depending on your own preference.

1. Remove the pizza or other food from the oven when it is ready.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

1. Switch off the appliance (control light switches off).
2. Take the plug out of the socket and allow the appliance and pizza stone to cool.
3. Clean the outside of the appliance and accessories with a damp cloth and washing-up liquid. Make sure no moisture gets into the appliance.

- Never immerse the appliance, the plug or the cable in water. Never put the appliance in a dishwasher. Never use harsh or scouring cleaning agents or sharp objects (such as knives or hard brushes) when cleaning.

GUARANTEE TERMS

The importer guarantees the appliance against defects caused by manufacturing and/or material faults for 60 months from the date of purchase, subject to the following conditions.

1. No charges will be made for labour costs or materials during the warranty period. Any repairs carried out during the warranty period do not extend the warranty period.

2. The importer automatically becomes the owner of any faulty parts that he replaces or a faulty appliance (in the event of replacement of the appliance).

3. All claims submitted under warranty must be accompanied by the original bill of sale.

4. Claims under warranty must be submitted to the dealer where the appliance was purchased or to the importer.

5. The warranty is issued solely to the first purchaser and cannot be transferred.

6. The warranty does not cover damage caused by:

a. Accidents, incorrect use, wear and/or neglect.

b. Faulty installation and/or use in a manner contravening the prevailing legal, technical or safety regulations.

c. Connection to a mains voltage other than the voltage specified on the type plate.

d. Unauthorized modifications.

e. Repairs carried out by third parties.

f. Careless transport, i.e. without suitable packaging materials or protection.

1. No claims may be made under this warranty for:

a. Losses incurred during transport.

b. The removal or changing of the appliance's serial number.

1. The guarantee does not cover power cords, lamps or glass parts.

2. No claims can be submitted under this warranty for damage other than the repair or replacement of faulty parts. The importer can never be held responsible for any consequential loss or damage or any other consequences, resulting either directly or indirectly from the appliance supplied by the importer.

3. In case of claims under guarantee you can contact your dealer where the appliance is purchased. Bestron offers you also the possibility to send the appliance directly to our Service Department. Do not send your appliance without consulting us. The package may be refused and any any costs will be for your account. Please contact the Service Department and they will tell you how to pack and send the appliance.

4. This appliance is not suitable for professional use.

SERVICE

If a fault should occur please contact the BESTRON service department:

THE NETHERLANDS:

BESTRON NEDERLAND BV

Bestron Service

Moeskampweg 20

5222 AW 's-Hertogenbosch

Tel: +31 (0) 73 - 623 11 21

Fax: +31 (0) 73 - 621 23 96

Email: [e-mail]

Internet: www.bestron.com

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product conforms to the essential requirements of the following EU safety directives:

• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

• Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC

R. Neyman

Quality control

RECIPES

Basic pizza dough

To make a good pizza dough at home use the following recipe:

Ingredients for 500g of dough:

• 300g flour
  • 25g yeast
• a pinch of salt
  • 1 glass of lukewarm water

Pour the flour onto the table in a heap, make a hollow in the centre to form the "well" and add a level teaspoonful of cooking salt. Crumble the yeast into a small glass of lukewarm water, pour it into the well a little at a time and start mixing. At the start the dough will be soft and sticky, but it will become stiffer and more elastic as you knead it. Thump the dough hard against the table and press your wrists against it to make it smooth and even. When you have repeated this procedure many times, you will find that the dough comes away from your hands end the table easily; now form a ball. Cut a cross on the top and leave to rise in a warm corner of the table, covered with a clean tea-towel. Leave for about 2 hours, during which time the dough will double in size (this may take much less in hot, humid conditions). At this point, after rising, the dough may be kneaded again for a few minutes and used immediately, or frozen. If you are going to use it at once, before kneading you can add the oil of your choice. This will almost always be extra virgin olive oil, but in some special recipes it may be lard or butter. If you decide to freeze the dough, wrap it up in a freezer film and place it in the freezer. When you decide to use it, thaw it at room temperature and knead it for 5 minutes with a little oil.

Pizza Margherita

(mozzarella Chesse and Tomatoes)

Ingredients to serve 4:

• 400g bread dough
• 2 tins peeled tomatoes 250g each
• 200g pizza grade mozzarella cheese
- oil to taste
- salt

Drain and mash the peeled tomatoes. Slice the mozzarella. Spread out the pasta evenly. Apply the peeled tomatoes leaving about 2 centimetres free all round the edge. Add salt and a little oil and place in the oven using the specials wooden scoops. After 2 - 3 minutes cooking time add the mozzarella and a little more oil and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Pizza Quattro stagoni (Four seasons) Ingredients to serve 4: 500g bread dough / 2 tins peeled tomatoes / 200g mozzarella / 50g cooked ham / artichoke hearts and mushrooms preserved in oil to taste / 1 pinch oregano. Drain the peeled tomatoes very well and mash with a fork. Slice the mozzarella. Cut the fat off the ham. Cut the mushrooms and artichoke hearts into halves. Spread out the dough and cover with the tomatoes and pieces of mozzarella. Salt. Divide the pizza into 4 in your mind's eye and garnish one quarter with oregano, one quarter with the slices of ham, one quarter with the mushrooms and the last quarter with the artichoke hearts. Add olive oil and place in the oven using the scoops provided. Remove form the oven after 4 - 5 minutes and serve.

Lahmacun – Turkish pizza

Ingredients to serve 4: Dough:

• 230g flour
• a pinch of salt
  • 14 cube fresh yeast
  • 150ml lukewarm water

Filling:

• 1 union
• 1 small pepperoni, red
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 tin tomatoes (pizza tomatoes)
• 2 tablespoons tomato purée
• 50g 8-spices mix (deepfreeze)
• 120g raw minced
• garlic powder, (without flavour enhancer)
- paprika
- cumin
- 1 cucumber
• 250g yoghurt, 1,5%
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ head of iceberg lettuce
• 4 small tomatoes
• 12 head of white cabbage
• 2 teaspoons oil (thistle oil)
• 100ml vegetables liquid
• 3 tablespoons vinegar (apple vinegar)
- salt
- pepper

The best is to make the coleslaw first, so it can soak in for a while. Cut the white cabbage in small pieces. Mix the oil with the apple vinegar and the 100ml vegetables liquid (with boiling water and 2-3 teaspoons vegetables powder fresh made). Add the white cabbage pieces and flavour it with salt and pepper. Mix for the dough 220g flour (Attention: keep 10g to roll out pastry) and a pinch of salt. Make a hole in the middle of the flour with a spoon, put in the fine crumbled yeast and mix this with a little bit of lukewarm water. Leave this dough on a warm place to rise for ca. 15 min. Add the rest of the water and knead everything until you have an elastic dough. Knead the dough thoroughly with your hands, so it will be a little airy. With that you will help the yeast to do your "work" now. Put the dough in a closed bowl on a warm place to rise for ca. 30 min. The dough should be visibly enlarged after this time.

For the filling, peel and cut the union and press the garlic with the garlic press in the meantime. Wash the pepperoni and cut it in half. Remove the kernel and the partition carefully. Cut the pepperoni in small cubes after that. Mix the raw minced, pizza tomatoes, tomato purée, unions, garlic, pepperoni, 8-spices mix and herbs in a bowl. Divide the dough in 2 parts with a knife and powder it with some flour (the left-over 10g), roll out the pastry in an oval. Be sure that it is very thin. Please note that they will fit on the pizza stone! Use the aluminium spatulas to put the dough on the pizza stone. Cover each part with half of the filling and bake them on full power with both upper en lower heating. in ca. 6 min.

VARIATION RECIPES

Flame cake from the Elsas

(German savoury tart with bacon and union)

Ingredients to serve 4:

• 300g flour
  • 2 tablespoons oil
• 125ml water
• salt
  • 200g crèmefraîche
• 200g union
• 100g bacon
• sweet whipped cream

Knead the flour, oil, water and salt until you have an elastic dough; it may not feel sticky. Cut the unions into thin rings; cut the bacon in thin small strokes. Roll out the pastry very thin, cover the dough with crème-fraîche (mixed with some sweet whipped cream). Divide the unions and bacon over this. Bake it in the preheated pizza stone oven with both upper and lower heating in ca. 5-6 min. Set the temperature to approx. 225 degrees Celsius (somewhere in the middle) otherwise the unions and bacon are not done well and not crispy.

Turkish bread

Ingredients to serve 4:

• 600g wheat flour (Type 405)
• 1 cube fresh yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 300g lukewarm water
- 50g butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons sesame seed (4-8 tablespoons)

Sift the flour, stir the sugar, yeast and 150g water through it. Leave it covered for 20 min. Melt the butter in the meantime and leave it to cool, knead this together with the remaining 150g water, salt, and oil through the mixture until you have a elastic dough. Leave this dough covered to rise for ca. 45 min. After that knead it thoroughly and make 2 flat, round breads of it. Stick a fork in the dough for a few times and powder it with some flour. Bake it in the preheated pizza stone oven with both upper and lower heating in ca. 15 min. Set the temperature to approx. 225 degrees Celsius (somewhere in the middle) otherwise otherwise the bread is slackbaked without burning.

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