KN6C61A(X)NL - Cooker INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KN6C61A(X)NL INDESIT

Positioning and levelling

Electrical connection

Table of characteristics

Description of the appliance, 15

Start-up and use, 16-18

Practical cooking advice

Oven cooking advice table

Using the glass ceramic hob, 19

Switching the cooking zones on and off

Precautions and tips, 20

Respecting and conserving the environment

Care and maintenance, 21

Switching the appliance off

Cleaning the appliance

Replacing the oven light bulb

Cleaning the glass ceramic hob

Operating Instructions

! Before operating your new appliance please read

this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important

information concerning the safe installation and

operation of the appliance.

! Please keep these operating instructions for future

reference. Make sure that the instructions are kept with

the appliance if it is sold, given away or moved.

! The appliance must be installed by a qualified

professional in accordance with the instructions

! Any necessary adjustment or maintenance must be

performed after the cooker has been disconnected

from the electricity supply.

Positioning and levelling

! It is possible to install the appliance alongside

cupboards whose height does not exceed that of the

! Make sure that the wall in contact with the back of

the appliance is made from a non-flammable, heat-

resistant material (T 90°C).

To install the appliance correctly:

• Place it in the kitchen, the dining room or the bed-

sit (not in the bathroom).

• If the top of the hob

installed at least 600

installed underneath a

wall cabinet, there must

be a minimum distance

of 420 mm between this

cabinet and the top of the hob.

This distance should be increased to 700 mm if the

wall cabinets are flammable (

• Do not position blinds behind the cooker or less

than 200 mm away from its sides.

• Any hoods must be installed according to the

instructions listed in the relevant operating manual.

If it is necessary to level the

appliance, screw the

adjustable feet into the places

provided on each corner of the

base of the cooker (

The legs* fit into the slots on

the underside of the base of

Electrical connection

Fitting the power supply cable

To open the terminal board:

• Insert a screwdriver into the side tabs of the

terminal board cover.

To install the cable, follow the instructions below:

• Loosen the cable clamp screw and the wire contact

! The jumpers are pre-set at the Factory for 230 V

single-phase connection (

• To carry out the electrical connections as shown in

the figures, use the two jumpers inside the box (

Only available in certain models.

• Secure the power supply cable by fastening the

cable clamp screw then put the cover back on.

Connecting the supply cable to the electricity

Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load

indicated on the appliance data plate (

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.

Before connecting the appliance to the power supply,

• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with

• The socket can withstand the maximum power of

the appliance, which is indicated by the data plate.

• The voltage is in the range between the values

indicated on the data plate.

• 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

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and

replaced by authorised technicians only.

! The manufacturer declines any liability should

these safety measures not be observed.

TABLE OF CHARACTERISTICS Oven dimensions (HxWxD) 32x43.5x40 cm Volume

56 l Useful measurements relating to the oven compartment width 42 cm depth 44 cm height 8.5 cm Voltage and frequency

see data plate Ceramic hob Front Left Back Left Back Right Front Right Max. ceramic hob consumption

1700 W 1200 W 2100 W 1200 W

6200 W ENERGY LABEL Directive 2002/40/EC on the label of electric ovens. Standard EN 50304

Energy consumption for Natural convection – heating mode: Traditional mode

Declared energy consumption for Forced convection Class – heating mode: Baking. This appliance conforms to the following European Economic Community directives: 2006/95/EC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments - 2004/108/EC dated 15/12/04 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments - 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent amendments. 2002/96/EC 1275/2008 (Stand-by/Off mode)GB

GB Start-up and use ! The first time you use your appliance, heat theempty oven with its door closed at its maximumtemperature for at least half an hour. Ensure that theroom is well ventilated before switching the oven offand opening the oven door. The appliance may emita slightly unpleasant odour caused by protectivesubstances used during the manufacturing processburning away.! Before operating the product, remove all plasticfilm from the sides of the appliance. Starting the oven 1. Select the desired cooking mode by turning theSELECTOR knob.2. Select the recommended temperature for thecooking mode or the desired temperature by turningthe THERMOSTAT knob.A list detailing cooking modes and suggestedcooking temperatures can be found in the relevanttable ( see Oven cooking advice table

). During cooking it is always possible to:• Change the cooking mode by turning theSELECTOR knob.• Change the temperature by turning theTHERMOSTAT knob.• Set the total cooking time and the cooking endtime ( see below

). • Stop cooking by turning the SELECTOR knob tothe “0” position.! Never put objects directly on the bottom of theoven; this will prevent the enamel coating from beingdamaged. Only use position 1 in the oven whencooking with the rotisserie spit.! Always place cookware on the rack(s) provided.THERMOSTAT indicator lightWhen this is illuminated, the oven is generatingheat. It switches off when the inside of the ovenreaches the selected temperature. At this point thelight illuminates and switches off alternately,indicating that the thermostat is working and ismaintaining the temperature at a constant level.Oven lightThis is switched on by turning the SELECTOR knobto any position other than “0”. It remains lit as longas the oven is operating. By selecting 88

8 with theknob, the light is switched on without any of theheating elements being activated. Cooking modes ! A temperature value between 50°C and MAX can beset for all cooking modes except the following:• GRILL (recommended: set only to MAX power level)• GRATIN (recommended: do not exceed 200°C).TRADITIONAL OVEN modeBoth the top and bottom heating elements will beactivated. When using this traditional cooking mode, itis best to use one cooking rack only. If more than onerack is used, the heat will be distributed in an unevenmanner.OVEN BAKING modeThe rear heating element and the fan are switched on,thus guaranteeing the distribution of heat in a delicateand uniform manner throughout the entire oven. Thismode is ideal for baking and cooking temperaturesensitive foods (such as cakes that need to rise) andfor the preparation of pastries on 3 shelvessimultaneously.MULTILEVEL modeAll the heating elements (top, bottom and circular), aswell as the fan, will be activated. Since the heatremains constant throughout the oven, the air cooksand browns food in a uniform manner. A maximum oftwo racks may be used at the same time.PIZZA OVEN modeThe circular heating elements and the elements at thebottom of the oven are switched on and the fan isactivated. This combination heats the oven rapidly byproducing a considerable amount of heat, particularlyfrom the element at the bottom. If you use more thanone rack at a time, switch the position of the disheshalfway through the cooking process.GRILL modeThe central part of the top heating element and therotisserie spit (where present) are activated. Thehigh and direct temperature of the grill isrecommended for food that requires a high surfacetemperature (veal and beef steaks, fillet steak andentrecôte). This cooking mode uses a limitedamount of energy and is ideal for grilling smalldishes. Place the food in the centre of the rack, as itwill not be cooked properly if it is placed in thecorners.GB

The top heating element and the rotisserie (where

present) are activated and the fan begins to operate.

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.

! The GRILL and GRATIN cooking modes must be

performed with the oven door shut.

Spit roast (only available in certain models)

To operate the spit roast function (

1. Place the dripping

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 knob to select MODE

mode is activated, the spit will stop

if the door is opened.

Practical cooking advice

! Do not place racks in position 1 or 5 during fan-

assisted cooking. Excessive direct heat can burn

temperature sensitive foods.

• Use positions 2 and 4, placing the food which

requires more heat on the rack in position 2.

• Place the dripping pan on the bottom and the rack

• When using the GRILL cooking mode, place the

rack in position 5 and the dripping pan in position

1 to collect cooking residues (fat and/or grease).

When using the GRATIN cooking mode, place the

rack in position 2 or 3 and the dripping pan in

position 1 to collect cooking residues.

• We recommend that the power level is set to

maximum. The top heating element is regulated

by a thermostat and may not always operate

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.

To activate the Timer proceed as follows:

1. Turn the TIMER knob in a clockwise direction 4

for almost one complete revolution to set the buzzer.

2. Turn the TIMER knob in an anticlockwise direction

5 to set the desired length of time.18

Rack Position Pre-heating

Biscuits (short pastry)

Stuffed pancakes (on 2 racks)

Small cakes (on 2 racks)

Cheese puffs (on 2 racks)

Cream puffs (on 3 racks)

Biscuits (on 3 racks)

Meringues (on 3 racks)

Roast chicken + potatoes

Cream puffs (on 2 racks)

Biscuits (on 2 racks)

Sponge cake (on 1 rack)

Sponge cake (on 2 racks)

Soles and cuttlefish

Toasted sandwiches (or toast)

Chicken (on the spit) +

Using the glass ceramic hob

! The glue applied on the gaskets leaves traces of

grease on the glass. Before using the appliance, we

recommend you remove these with a special non-

abrasive cleaning product. During the first few hours

of use there may be a smell of rubber which will

disappear very quickly.

Switching the cooking zones on and off

To switch on a cooking zone, turn the corresponding

knob in a clockwise direction.

To switch it off again, turn the knob in an

anticlockwise direction until it is in the “0” position.

If the COOKING ZONE ON indicator light is lit, this

shows that at least one pf the cooking zones on the

The hob is equipped with electric hilite heating

elements. When they are in use the following items

on the hob become red.

A. The cooking zone with

radiant heating elements.

B. The residual heat indicator

light: this indicates that the

corresponding cooking zone

is greater than 60°C, even when the heating element

has been switched off but is still hot.

Description of the heating elements

The circular radiant heating elements become red 10 -

20 seconds after they have been switched on.

The circular hilite heating elements guarantee even

heat distribution in addition to the usual advantages

that hilite heating elements bring.

Hilite elements emit high levels of heat and light as

soon as they are switched on, offering the following

practical advantages:

· rapid heating (in relation to a gas burner)

· even temperature across the whole surface (due to

the circular heating elements)

Practical advice on using the hob

• Use pans with a thick, flat base to ensure that

they adhere perfectly to the cooking zone.

• Always use pans with a diameter that is large

enough to cover the hotplate fully, in order to use

all the heat produced.

• Always make sure that the base of the pan is

completely clean and dry: this ensures that the

pans adhere perfectly to the cooking zones and

that both the pans and the hob remain effective for

a longer period of time.

• Avoid using the same cookware that is used on gas

burners: the heat concentration on gas burners may

have warped the base of the pan, causing it not to

adhere to the surface correctly.

• Never leave a cooking zone switched on without a

pan on top of it, as doing so may cause the zone to

1 Cooking vegetables, fish

Cooking potatoes (using steam) soups,

Continuing the cooking of large quantities of

5 For roasting (above average)

For browning and reaching a boil in a short

GB Precautions and tips

! This appliance has been designed and manufactured in

compliance with international safety standards. The following

warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read

• These instructions are only valid for the countries whose symbols

appear in the manual and on the serial number plate located on the

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not

intended for commercial or industrial use.

• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas.

It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and

• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or damp hands

• The appliance must be used by adults only for the

preparation of food, in accordance with the

instructions outlined in this booklet. Any other use

of the appliance (e.g. for heating the room)

constitutes improper use and is dangerous. The

manufacturer may not be held liable for any

damage resulting from improper, incorrect and

unreasonable use of the appliance.

• The instruction booklet accompanies a class 1 (insulated) or class 2 -

subclass 1 (recessed between 2 cupboards) appliance.

• Do not touch the heating elements or certain parts

of the oven door when the appliance is in use;

these parts become extremely hot. Keep children

well away from the appliance.

• Make sure that the power supply cables of other electrical appliances

do not come into contact with the hot parts of the oven.

• The openings used for the ventilation and dispersion of heat must

• Do not use unstable or misshapen pans on the cooking zones; this

will help to avoid accidental spills. Make sure pan handles are turned

towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid accidental burns.

• Always use oven gloves when placing cookware in the oven or when

• Do not use flammable liquids (alcohol, petrol, etc...) near the

appliance while it is in use.

• Do not place flammable material in the lower storage compartment or

in the oven itself. If the appliance is switched on accidentally, it could

• Always make sure the knobs are in the • position when the appliance

• When unplugging the appliance, always pull the plug from the mains

socket; do not pull on the cable.

• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work without having

disconnected the appliance from the electricity mains.

• If the appliance breaks down, under no circumstances should you

attempt to perform the repairs yourself. Repairs carried out by

inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning of

the appliance. Contact Assistance.

• Do not rest heavy objects on the open oven door.

• The internal surfaces of the compartment (where present) may

• The glass ceramic hob is resistant to mechanical shocks, but it may crack (or

even break) if hit with a sharp object such as a tool. If this happens,

disconnect the appliance from the electricity mains immediately and contact a

• If the surface of the hob is cracked, switch off the appliance to

prevent electric shocks from occurring.

• Remember that the cooking zones remain relatively hot for at least thirty

minutes after they have been switched off.

• Keep any object which could melt away from the hob, for example

plastic and aluminium objects, or products with a high sugar content.

Be especially careful when using plastic film and aluminium foil or

packaging: if placed on surfaces that are still hot, they may cause

serious damage to the hob.

• Do not place metal objects (knives, spoons, pan lids, etc.) on the hob

as they may become hot.\

• The appliance should not be operated by people (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, by inexperienced

individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These

individuals should, at the very least, be supervised by someone who

assumes responsibility for their safety or receive preliminary instructions

relating to the operation of the appliance.

• Do not let children play with the appliance.

• When disposing of packaging material: observe local legislation so

that the packaging may be reused.

• The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states that household appliances should

not be disposed of using the normal solid urban waste cycle.

Exhausted appliances should be collected separately in order to

optimise the cost of re-using and recycling the materials inside the

machine, while preventing potential damage to the atmosphere and to

public health. The crossed-out dustbin is marked on all products to

remind the owner of their obligations regarding separated waste

For further information relating to the correct disposal of exhausted

household appliances, owners may contact the public service

provided or their local dealer.

Respecting and conserving the

• You can help to reduce the peak load of the electricity supply network

companies by using the oven in the hours between late afternoon and the

early hours of the morning.

• Always keep the oven door closed when using the GRILL and GRATIN

modes: This will achieve improved results while saving energy

(approximately 10%).

• Check the door seals regularly and wipe them clean to ensure they

are free of debris so that they adhere properly to the door, thus

avoiding heat dispersion.GB

Switching the appliance off Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supplybefore carrying out any work on it. Cleaning the oven

! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on

the appliance. • Clean the glass part of the oven door using a sponge and a non-abrasive cleaning product, then

dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough

abrasive material or sharp metal scrapers as these

could scratch the surface and cause the glass to

crack. • The stainless steel or enamel-coated external partsand the rubber seals may be cleaned using a spongewhich has been soaked in lukewarm water and neutralsoap. Use specialised products for the removal ofstubborn stains. After cleaning, rinse and drythoroughly. Do not use abrasive powders or corrosivesubstances.• The inside of the oven should ideally be cleaned aftereach use, while it is still lukewarm. Use hot water anddetergent, then rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Donot use abrasive products.• The accessories can be washed like everydaycrockery, and are even dishwasher safe.• Dirt and grease should be removed from the controlpanel using a non-abrasive sponge or a soft cloth. •

Stainless steel can be marked by hard water that

has been left on the surface for a long time, or by

aggressive detergents that contain phosphorus. We

recommend that the steel surfaces are rinsed well

then dried thoroughly.

Inspecting the oven seals Check the door seals around the oven regularly. If theseals are damaged, please contact your nearest After-sales Service Centre. We recommend that the oven isnot used until the seals have been replaced. Replacing the oven light bulb 1. After disconnecting the ovenfrom the electricity mains,remove the glass lid coveringthe lamp socket ( see figure

). 2. Unscrew the light bulb andreplace it with a similar one:voltage 230 V, wattage 25 W,cap E 14.3. Replace the lid and reconnectthe oven to the electricity supply. Cleaning the glass ceramic hob ! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (forexample, products in spray cans for cleaning barbecuesand ovens), stain removers, anti-rust products, powderdetergents or sponges with abrasive surfaces: thesemay scratch the surface beyond repair.• It is usually sufficient simply to wash the hob using adamp sponge and dry it with absorbent kitchen roll.• If the hob is particularly dirty, rub it with a specialglass ceramic cleaning product, then rinse well anddry thoroughly.• To remove more stubborn dirt, use a suitable scraper(this is not supplied with the appliance). Removespills as soon as possible, without waiting for theappliance to cool, to avoid residues forming crustydeposits. You can obtain excellent results by using arustproof steel wire sponge - specifically designed forglass ceramic surfaces - soaked in soapy water.• If plastic or sugary substances have accidentallybeen melted on the hob, remove them immediatelywith the scraper, while the surface is still hot.• Once it is clean, the hob may be treated with a specialprotective maintenance product: the invisible film leftby this product protects the surface from drips duringcooking. This maintenance should be carried outwhile the appliance is warm (not hot) or cold.• Always remember to rinse the appliance well withclean water and dry it thoroughly: residues canbecome encrusted during subsequent cookingprocesses. Assistance

! Never use the services of an unauthorised

Please have the following information to hand:

• The type of problem encountered.

• The appliance model (Mod.).

• The serial number (S/N).

The latter two pieces of information can be found on

the data plate located on the appliance.

Care and maintenance

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