FQ 99 C.1 (BK) HA - Microwave Oven HOTPOINT ARISTON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FQ 99 C.1 (BK) HA HOTPOINT ARISTON

OVEN Contents Installation, 14-15 Positioning Electrical connection Technical data Description of the appliance, 16 Overall view Control panel Display Start-up and use, 17 Setting the clock Setting the timer Starting the oven Cooking modes, 18-20 Cooking modes Programming cooking Practical cooking advice Cooking advice table Precautions and tips, 21 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Care and maintenance, 22-23 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Cleaning the oven door Replacing the light bulb Assembling the sliding rack kit Assistance, 24 Italiano, 1 Français, 25 Espanol, 37 Portuges, 49 English, 13

Ventilation To ensure adequate ventilation is provided, the back panel of the cabinet must be removed. It is advisable to install the oven so that it rests on two strips of wood, or on a completely flat surface with an opening of at least 45 x 560 mm ( see diagrams

Centring and fixing Position the 4 tabs on the side of the oven, in line with the 4 holes on the outer frame. Adjust the tabs according to the thickness of the cabinet side panel, as shown below: 20 mm thick: take off the removable part of the tab

18 mm thick: use the first groove, which has already been set in the factory

Secure the appliance to the cabinet by opening the oven door and inserting 4 screws into the 4 holes on the outer frame.

! All parts which ensure the safe operation of the appliance must not be removable without the aid of a tool.

! Before operating your new appliance please read this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information concerning the safe operation, installation and maintenance of the appliance. ! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Positioning

! Keep packaging material out of the reach of children. It can become a choking or suffocation hazard. ( see Precautions and tips

! The appliance must be installed by a qualified professional in accordance with the instructions provided. Incorrect installation may cause harm to people and animals or may damage property. Built-in appliance Use the appropriate cabinet to ensure that the appliance functions properly.

• The panels adjacent to the oven must be made of heat-resistant material.

• Cabinets with a veneer exterior must be assembled with glues which can withstand temperatures of up to 100°C.

• to install the oven under the counter ( see diagram

or in a kitchen unit, the cabinet must have the following dimensions:

! The appliance must not come into contact with electrical parts once it has been installed. The indications for consumption given on the data plate have been calculated for this type of installation. 595 mm. 595 mm.

Electrical connection

! Ovens equipped with a three-pole power supply cable are designed to operate with alternating current at the voltage and frequency indicated on the data plate located on the appliance ( see below

Fitting the power supply cable

1. Open the terminal

board by inserting a screwdriver into the side tabs of the cover. Use the screwdriver as a lever by pushing it down to open the cover

clamp screw and remove it, using a screwdriver as a lever (see figure).

contact screws L-N- , then fasten the wires under the screw heads, respecting the colour code: Blue (N), Brown (L) and Yellow-Green

Connecting the electricity supply cable to the mains Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load indicated on the data plate ( see table

The appliance must be directly connected to the mains using an omnipolar switch with a minimum contact opening of 3 mm installed between the appliance and the mains. The switch must be suitable for the charge indicated and must comply with current electrical regulations (the earthing wire must not be interrupted by the switch). The supply cable must be positioned so that it does not come into contact with temperatures higher than 50°C at any point.

! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it is fully compliant with safety regulations. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, make sure that:

• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law.

• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance, which is indicated on the data plate ( see below

• The voltage is in the range between the values indicated on the data plate ( see below

• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it. Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only ( see Assistance

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Declared energy consumption for Forced convection Class – heat ing mode: Baking

This appliance conf orms to t he following European Economic Community directives: 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments – 2004/108/EEC dated 15/12/04 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments - 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent amendments. 2002/96/EC and subsequent amendments. 1275/2008 stand-by/of f mode * With

anel fitted to the insi de of the door16

! The first time you use your appliance, heat the empty oven with its door closed at its maximum temperature for at least half an hour. Ensure that the room is well ventilated before switching the oven off and opening the oven door. The appliance may emit a slightly unpleasant odour caused by protective substances used during the manufacturing process burning away. Setting the clock ! The clock may be set when the oven is switched off or when it is switched on, provided that a the end time of a cooking cycle has not been programmed previously.

button several times until the icon and the first two digits on the display start to flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

button again until the other two digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

4. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

button again to confirm. Setting the timer ! This function does not interrupt cooking and does not affect the oven; it is simply used to activate the buzzer when the set amount of time has elapsed.

button several times until the icon and the three digits on the display begin to flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

button again to confirm. The display will then show the time as it counts down. When this period of time has elapsed the buzzer will be activated. Starting the oven

1. Select the desired cooking mode by turning the

2. The oven begins its preheating stage and the

preheating indicator lights up. The temperature may be changed by turning the THERMOSTAT knob

3. When the preheating indicator

switches off and a buzzer sounds the preheating process is complete: you may now place the food in the oven.

4. During cooking it is always possible to:

- change the cooking mode by turning the SELECTOR knob - change the temperature by turning the THERMOSTAT knob - set the cooking duration in addition to the cooking end time

- stop cooking by turning the SELECTOR knob to the “0” position.

5. The oven switches off automatically after two

hours: this default period of time is set for all cooking modes for safety reasons. The cooking duration may be changed

6. If a blackout occurs while the oven is already in

operation, an automatic system within the appliance will reactivate the cooking mode from where it was interrupted as long as the temperature has not dropped below a certain level. Programmed cooking modes which have not started will not be restored and must be reprogrammed.

! There is no preheating stage for the FAST COOKING and BARBECUE modes.

! Never put objects directly on the bottom of the oven; this will avoid the enamel coating being damaged.

! Always place cookware on the rack(s) provided. Cooling ventilation In order to cool down the external temperature of the oven, a cooling fan blows a stream of air between the control panel and the oven door. In the FAST COOKING mode, the fan is activated automatically after ten minutes. In the BAKING mode, the cooling fan is only activated when the oven is hot.

! Once cooking has been completed, the cooling fan continues to operate until the oven has cooled down sufficiently. Oven light When the oven is not in operation, the lamp can be switched on at any time by pressing the button

Cooking modes ! All cooking modes have a default cooking temperature which may be adjusted manually between 40°C and 250°C as desired. In the BARBECUE mode, the default power level value is indicated as a percentage (%) and may also be adjusted manually. TRADITIONAL OVEN mode When using this traditional cooking mode, it is best to use one cooking rack only. if more than one rack is used, the heat will be distributed unevenly. MULTI-COOKING mode Since the heat remains constant throughout the oven, the air cooks and browns food in a uniform manner. A maximum of two racks may be used at the same time. BARBECUE mode By turning the THERMOSTAT knob, the different power levels which may be set will appear on the display; these range between 50% and 100%. The high and direct temperature of the grill is recommended for food which requires a high surface temperature. Always cook in this mode with the oven door closed. GRATIN mode This combination of features increases the effectiveness of the unidirectional thermal radiation provided by the heating elements through forced circulation of the air throughout the oven. This helps prevent food from burning on the surface and allows the heat to penetrate right into the food. Always cook in this mode with the oven door closed. PIZZA OVEN mode This combination heats the oven rapidly by producing a considerable amount of heat, particularly from the element at the bottom. If you use more than one rack at a time, switch the position of the dishes halfway through the cooking process. BAKING mode This mode is ideal for baking temperature sensitive foods (such as cakes, which need to rise) and for the preparation of “bitesize pastries” on 3 shelves simultaneously. FAST COOKING mode Preheating is not necessary for this cooking mode. This mode is particularly suitable for cooking pre- packed food quickly (frozen or pre-cooked). The best results are achieved using one cooking rack only. PROVING mode The oven reaches and maintains a temperature of 40°C irrespective of the position of the THERMOSTAT knob. This mode is ideal for leavening dough made with yeast. Spit roast (only available in certain models) To operate the spit roast function ( see diagram

1. Place the dripping pan in position 1.

2. Place the rotisserie support in position 3 and

insert the spit in the hole provided on the back panel of the oven.

3. Start the rotisserie using the SELECTOR knob to

select mode or . ! When the mode is activated, the spit will stop if the door is opened. Cooking modes19

Programming cooking ! A cooking mode must be selected before programming can take place. Programming the cooking duration

button several times until the icon and the three digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

2. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

adjust the duration.

button again to confirm.

4. When the set time has elapsed, the text END

appears on the DISPLAY, the oven will stop cooking and a buzzer sounds.

• For example: it is 9:00 a.m. and a time of 1 hour and 15 minutes is programmed. The programme will stop automatically at 10:15 a.m. Setting the end time for a cooking mode ! A cooking duration must be set before the end cooking time can be scheduled.

1. Follow steps 1 to 3 to set the duration as detailed

button until the icon and the two digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

3. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

button again until the other two digits on the DISPLAY begin to flash.

5. Turn the TIMER KNOB towards “+” and “-” to

button again to confirm.

7. When the set time has elapsed, the text END

appears on the DISPLAY, the oven will stop cooking and a buzzer sounds. Programming has been set when the and buttons are illuminated. The DISPLAY shows the cooking end time and the cooking duration alternately. To cancel programming, turn the SELECTOR knob to the “0” position. Practical cooking advice ! Do not place racks in position 1 and 5 during fan- assisted cooking. This is because excessive direct heat can burn temperature sensitive foods. ! In the BARBECUE and GRATIN cooking modes, particularly when using the rotisserie spit, place the dripping pan in position 1 to collect cooking residues (fat and/or grease). MULTI-COOKING

• Use positions 2 and 4, placing the food which requires more heat on 2.

• Place the dripping pan on the bottom and the rack on top. BARBECUE

• Place the rack in position 3 or 4. Position the food in the centre of the rack.

• We recommend that the power level is set to maximum. The top heating element is regulated by a thermostat and may not always operate constantly. PIZZA OVEN

• Use a light aluminium pizza pan. Place it on the rack provided. For a crispy crust, do not use the dripping pan as it prevents the crust from forming by extending the total cooking time.

• If the pizza has a lot of toppings, we recommend adding the mozzarella cheese on top of the pizza halfway through the cooking process.20

Cooking advice table Cooking modes Foo ds Weight (in kg) Rack position Preheating Recommended Temperature (°C) Cooking duration (minutes) St an dard guide r ails Sliding guide rails Co nvection Oven Duck Chic ken R oast veal or be e f Roast pork Biscuits (shortcrust pastry) Pies / Tarts

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

70-80 60-70 70-75 70-80 15-20 30-35 Multi-cooking Pizza on 2 racks Pies on two racks/cakes on 2 racks Sp onge cake on 2 rac ks (on t he drippi n g p an ) R oast chicken + potatoes Lamb Mackerel Lasagne Cream pu ffs on 2 rac ks Biscuits on 2 racks Ch e es e puffs on 2 r acks Savoury pies

2 and 4 2 and 4 2 and 4 1 and 2/3

2 and 4 2 and 4 2 and 4 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3

1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

20-25 Baking mode Pies / Tarts Fruit cakes Sponge cake made w ith yoghurt Small cakes on 2 racks Sponge cake Cream pu ffs on 3 rac ks Biscuits on 3 racks Filled pancakes Meringues on 3 racks Cheese puffs

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

20-25 Fresh Food Biscuits (shortcrust pastry) Sponge cake made w ith yoghurt Cheese puffs

Precautions and tips ! This appliance has been designed and manufactured incompliance with international safety standards. The followingwarnings are provided for safety reasons and must be readcarefully. General safety

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the homeand is not intended for commercial or industrial use.• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in coveredareas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposedto rain and storms.• When moving or positioning the appliance, always use thehandles provided on the sides of the oven.• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or damphands and feet.• The appliance must be used by adults only for the preparationof food, in accordance with the instructions provided in thisbooklet.• Do not touch the heating elements or certainparts of the oven door when the appliance is inuse; these parts become extremely hot. Keepchildren well away from the appliance.• Ensure that the power supply cables of other electricalappliances do not come into contact with the hot parts of theoven.• The openings used for the ventilation and dispersion of heatmust never be covered.• Always grip the oven door handle in the centre: the ends maybe hot.• Always use oven gloves when placing cookware in the oven orwhen removing it.• Do not use aluminium foil to line the bottom of the oven.• Do not place flammable materials in the oven: If the applianceis switched on accidentally, the materials could catch fire.
• Always make sure the knobs are in the “!”/“"” position when the appliance is not in use.• When unplugging the appliance, always pull theplug from the mains socket; do not pull on thecable.• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work withouthaving disconnected the appliance from the electricity mains.• If the appliance breaks down, under no circumstances shouldyou attempt to perform the repairs yourself. Repairs carried outby inexperienced persons may cause injury or furthermalfunctioning of the appliance. Contact a Service Centre

• Do not rest heavy objects on the open oven door. The appliance should not be operated by people(including children) with reduced physical,sensory or mental capacities, by inexperiencedindividuals or by anyone who is not familiar withthe product. These individuals should, at the veryleast, be supervised by someone who assumesresponsibility for their safety or receivepreliminary instructions relating to the operation ofthe appliance.• Do not let children play with the appliance. Disposal
• When disposing of packaging material: observe local legislation sothat the packaging may be reused.• The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to Waste Electricaland Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states that householdappliances should not be disposed of using the normal solidurban waste cycle. Exhausted appliances should be collectedseparately in order to optimise the cost of re-using and recyclingthe materials inside the machine, while preventing potentialdamage to the atmosphere and to public health. The crossed-outdustbin is marked on all products to remind the owner of theirobligations regarding separated waste collection. For furtherinformation relating to the correct disposal of exhaustedhousehold appliances, owners may contact the public serviceprovided or their local dealer. Respecting and conserving the environment
• You can help to reduce the peak load of theelectricity supply network companies by using theoven in the hours between late afternoon and theearly hours of the morning. The cooking modeprogramming options, the “delayed cooking”mode ( see Cooking modes ) and “delayedautomatic cleaning” mode ( see Care and Maintenance ) in particular, enable the user toorganise their time efficiently.• Always keep the oven door closed when using theBARBECUE and GRATIN modes: This will achieveimproved results while saving energy(approximately 10%).• Check the door seals regularly and wipe themclean to ensure they are free of debris so thatthey adhere properly to the door, thus avoidingheat dispersion.! This product complies with the requirements of thelatest European Directive on the limitation of powerconsumption of the standby mode.If no operations are carried out for a period of 2minutes, the appliance automatically switches to thestandby mode.The standby mode is visualised by the highluminosity "Watch Icon".As soon as interaction with the machine resumes,the system's operating mode is restored.22

Care and maintenance Switching the appliance off Disconnect your appliance from the electricitysupply before carrying out any work on it. Cleaning the appliance

• The stainless-steel or enamel-coated externalparts and the rubber seals may be cleaned usinga sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm waterand neutral soap. Use specialised products forthe removal of stubborn stains. After cleaning,rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasivepowders or corrosive substances.• The inside of the oven should ideally be cleanedafter each use, while it is still lukewarm. Use hotwater and detergent, then rinse well and dry witha soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products.• All accessories - with the exception of the slidingracks - can be washed like everyday crockery,and are even dishwasher safe.! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners onthe appliance. Cleaning the oven door Clean the glass part of the oven door using a spongeand a non-abrasive cleaning product, then drythoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough abrasivematerial or sharp metal scrapers as these could scratchthe surface and cause the glass to crack.To clean more thoroughly, youcan remove the oven door.1. Open the oven door fully see diagram

2. Use a screwdriver to lift upand turn the small levers

located on the two hinges ( see diagram

3. Grip the door on the twoexternal sides and close itapproximately half way. Unlockthe door by pressing on theclamps

F, then pull the doortowards you lifting it out of itsseat (see diagram 3. Grip the door on the twoouter sides and close itapproximately half way. Pullthe door towards you lifting itout of its seat (see diagram To replace the door, reversethis sequence.Inspecting the sealsCheck the door seals around the oven regularly. Ifthe seals are damaged, please contact your nearestAfter-sales Service Centre (see Assistance). Werecommend that the oven is not used until the sealshave been replaced. Replacing the light bulb To replace the oven light bulb:1. Remove the glass cover of the lamp-holder.2. Remove the light bulb and replace it with a similarone: Wattage 25 W, cap E 14.3. Replace the glass cover (see diagram

Assembling the sliding rack kit To assemble the sliding racks:

frames, lifting them away from the spacers A ( see figure

2. Choose which shelf

to use with the sliding rack. Paying attention to the direction in which the sliding rack is to be extracted, position joint B and then joint C on the frame.

frames with the guide rails using the holes provided on the oven walls ( see diagram

The holes for the left frame are situated at the top, while the holes for the right frame are at the bottom.

4. Finally, fit the frames on the spacers A.

! Do not place the sliding racks in position 5.

The appliance is fitted with an automatic diagnostic system which detects any malfunctions. Malfunctions are displayed by messages of the following type: ”F” followed by numbers. Call for technical assistance should a malfunction occur. ! Never use the services of an unauthorised technician. Please have the following information to hand:

• The type of problem encountered.

• The appliance model (Mod.).

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