MH 99.1 HA - Oven HOTPOINT ARISTON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MH 99.1 HA HOTPOINT ARISTON

Installation ImportantImportant ImportantImportant Important: The power supply to the appliance must be cut off before any adjustments or maintenance work is done on it. Installation of Built-in Ovens To ensure the proper working order of the built-in appliance, the kitchen unit must be of a suitable size. The sizes of the unit for installing the cooker under a worktop or in a column unit are shown in figure. min. 45 mm. To provide adequate ventilation, there must be appropriate ventilation openings in the front bottom and the top part of the cabinet (an intake opening on the bottom of at least 200 cm2, and an exhaust opening of at least 90 cm2). The unit panels next to the cooker must be heat resistant. In the case of veneered wood units, glues must be resistant to a temperature of 120 °C. In accordance with safety standards, once the appliance has been mounted, there must be no possible contact with electrical parts. Any protective parts must be secured so that they can only be removed with the use of tools. Fastening the oven Insert the appliance into the compartment; open the oven door and fasten the oven to the cabinet using the four screws “A”, remembering to place the special spacers provided between the hole and the screw itself.

469 mm 850 mm Electrical Connection Those ovens equipped with a three-pole power supply cable are designed to operate with an alternating current with the voltage and frequency indicated on the data plate (located on the appliance) and in the instruction manual. The wire for earthing the appliance is yellow-green in colour. Replacing the cable Use a rubber cable of the type H05VV-F with a suitable cross section 3 x 1.5 mm². The yellow-green earth wire must be 2-3 cm longer than the other wires. Opening the terminal board:

• Using a screwdriver, prise on the side tabs of the terminal board cover;

• Pull open the cover of the terminal board. To install the cable, proceed as follows:

• Remove the wire clamp screw and the three contact screws L-N-

• Fasten the wires beneath the screwheads using the following colour scheme: Blue (N) Brown (L) Yellow-Green

• Fasten the supply cable in place with the clamp and close the cover of the terminal board.GB

220-240V / 50Hz Power supply Max: 2800W This appliance conforms with the following European Economic Community directives: - 2006/95/EEC of 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications; - 2004/108/EEC of 15/12/04 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications; - 93/68/EEC of 22/07/93 and subsequent modifications. - 2002/96/CEE and subsequent modifications. - 1275/2008 stand-by/offmode. ENERGY LABEL Directive 2002/40/EC on the label of electric ovens Norm EN 50304 Declared energy consumption for Forced convection Class heating mode: Gratin

Connecting the supply cable to the mains Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load indicated on the data plate. When connecting the cable directly to the mains, install an omnipolar circuit-breaker with a minimum contact opening of 3 mm between the appliance and the mains. The omnipolar circuit breaker should be sized according to the load and should comply with current regulations (the earth wire should not be interrupted by the circuit breaker). The supply cable should be positioned so that it does not reach a temperature of more than 50°C with respect to the room temperature, anywhere along its length. Before making the connection, check that:

• The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if the cooker is correctly and efficiently earthed, in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always ensure that the earthing is efficient; if you have any doubts call in a qualified technician to check the system. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage resulting from a system which has not been earthed.

• Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that the specifications indicated on the date plate (on the appliance and/or packaging) correspond to those of the electrical mains system of your home.

• Check that the electrical capacity of the system and sockets will support the maximum power of the appliance, as indicated on the data plate. If you have any doubts, call in a qualified technician.

• If the socket and appliance plug are not compatible, have the socket replaced with a suitable model by a qualified technician. The latter, in particular, will also have to ensure that the cross section of the socket cables are suitable for the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adapters, multiple sockets and/or extensions, is not recommended. If their use cannot be avoided, remember to use only single or multiple adapters and extensions which comply with current safety regulations. In these cases, never exceed the maximum current capacity indicated on the single adapter or extension and the maximum power indicated on the multiple adapter. ! 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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Start-up and use 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 numerical 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 three numerical digits on the display start 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. Using the oven ! Before operating the product, remove all plastic film from the sides of the appliance. ! The first time you use your appliance, heat the empty oven with its door closed at its maximum temperature for at least half and 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.

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. The DISPLAY will show the icon

, which indicates the recommended shelf level for the tray.

5. 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 and the end cooking time (see Cooking Modes) - Stop cooking by turning the SELECTOR knob to the “0” position.

6. The oven switches off automatically after two

hours: this default period of time is set for all cooking modes for safety reasons. The cooking time may be modified (see Cooking Modes).

7. 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 BARBECUE mode.

! Never put objects directly on the bottom of the oven; this will prevent the enamel coating from 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. ! Once the cooking has been completed, the cooling fan remains on 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

Manual 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. MULTILEVEL MULTILEVEL MULTILEVEL MULTILEVEL MULTILEVEL mode All heating elements and the fan are activated. 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 The top heating element is activated. By turning the THERMOSTAT knob, the different power levels which may be set will appear on the DISPLAY; these range between 5% 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 The top heating element is activated and the fan begins to operate. During part of the cycle the circular heating element is also activated. 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. LOW TEMPERATURE modes This type of cooking can be used for proving, defrosting, preparing yoghurt, heating dishes at the required speed and slow cooking at low temperatures. The temperature options are: 40, 65, 90 °C. Spit roast (only available in certain models) This accessory should only be used when cooking with the grill. Proceed as follows: thread the meat you wish to cook onto the rod positioned across the oven lengthwise, fixing it in place with the adjustable forks supplied. Position supports "

B" in the relevant holes in dripping pan "

C" and use the guide rail to place the rack in the lowest position in the oven; next position the rod in the rotisserie spit hole, sliding the groove forwards to slot "

Programmed Optimal CookingProgrammed Optimal Cooking Programmed Optimal CookingProgrammed Optimal Cooking Programmed Optimal Cooking) system. The cooking cycle stops automatically and the oven indicates when the dish is cooked. You may start cooking whether the oven has been preheatedpreheated preheatedpreheated preheated or notnot notnot not; we recommend that you follow the guidelines provided by the icon when deciding on which shelf to place the tray. ! When the cooking stage has been reached, the oven buzzer sounds. ! Do not open the oven door as this will disrupt the cooking time and temperature. GRILL mode Use this function to cook beef, pork and lamb. Place the loaves inside the oven while it is still cold. The dish may also be placed in a preheated oven. ! The cooking duration may be changed by ±10 minutes. PIZZA mode Use this function to make pizza. Please see the following chapter for the recipe and further details. ! The cooking duration may be changed by ±5 minutes. BREAD mode Use this function to make bread. Please see the following chapter for the recipe and further details.GB

until it has a uniform consistency and is not too sticky.

• Form the dough into a ball shape, place it in a large bowl and cover it with transparent plastic wrap to prevent the surface of the dough from drying out. Select the manual LOW TEMPERATURE function on the oven and set the temperature to 40°C. Place the bowl inside and leave the dough to rise for approximately 1 hour (the dough should double in volume).

• Cut the dough into equal sized loaves.

• Place them in the dripping pan on oven paper.

• Cover the loaves with flour.

• Make incisions on the loaves.

• Place the loaves inside the oven while it is still cold.

• Start the BREAD cooking mode.

• Once baked, leave the loaves on one of the grill racks until they have cooled completely.

• For cleaning purposes, we recommend the use of water and vinegar. 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 cooking end 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

adjust the minute value. BAKING mode This function is ideal for cooking desserts which are made using natural yeast, baking powder and desserts which contain no yeast. Place the dish in the oven while it is still cold. The dish may also be placed in a preheated oven. ! The cooking duration may be changed by ±10 minutes. PIZZA mode To obtain the best results, we recommend that you carefully observe the instructions below:

• The weight of the dough should be between 500 g and 700 g.

• Lightly grease the dripping pan. Recipe for PIZZA: 1 dripping pan on a low shelf level, hot or cold oven Recipe for 3 pizzas weighing approximately 550 g: 1000 g flour, 500 ml water, 20 g salt, 20 g sugar, 100 ml olive oil, 20 g fresh yeast (or 2 sachets of powder yeast)

• Leavening at room temperature: 1 hour.

• Place inside hot or cold oven.

• Start the PIZZA cooking mode. BREAD mode To obtain the best results, we recommend that you carefully observe the instructions below:

• Do not exceed the maximum weight of the dripping pan.

• Remember to pour 1,5 dl of cold water into the baking tray in position 5.

• The dough must be left to rise at room temperature for 1 – 1 ½ hours (depending on the room temperature) or until the dough has doubled in size. Recipe for BREAD: 1 Dripping pan holding 1000 g Max, lower level 2 Dripping pans each holding 1000 g Max, medium and lower levels Recipe for 1000 g of dough: 600 g flour, 360 g water, 11g salt, 25 g fresh yeast (or 2 sachets of powder yeast) Method:

• Mix flour and salt in a large bowl.

• Dilute yeast in lukewarm water (approximately 35 degrees).

• Make a small well in the mound of flour.

• Pour in water and yeast mixture.

• Knead dough by stretching and folding it over itself with the palm of your hand for 10 minutes20

6. Press the 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.

• For example: it is 9:00 a.m. and a time of 1 hour and 15 minutes is programmed and the end time is set to 12:30. The programme will start automatically at 11:15:00 a.m. 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, place the dripping pan in position 1 to collect cooking residues (fat and/or grease). MULTILEVEL

• 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

• 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.GB

35-55 60-80 standard guide rails 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

sliding guide rails 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3

1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 3

Weight (Kg) Foods Pizza on 2 racks Pies on two racks/cakes on 2 racks Sponge cake on 2 racks (on the dripping pan) Roast chicken + potatoes Lamb Mackerel Lasagne Cream puffs on 2 racks Biscuits on 2 racks Cheese puffs on 2 racks Savoury pies Mackerel Sole and cuttlefish Squid and prawn ke babs Cod fillet Grilled vegetables Veal steak Sausages Hamburgers Toasted sandwiches (or toast) Spit-roast chicken using rotisserie spit (where present) Spit-roast lamb using rotisserie spit (where present

Grilled chicken Cuttlefish Spit-roast chicken using rotisserie spit (where present) Spit-roast duck using rotisserie spit (where present) Roast veal or beef Roast pork Lamb Defrosting Proving Dish heating Pasteurisation Pizza (see recipe) Focaccia (bread dough) Bread (see recipe) Cakes made using leavened dough Roasts

• The cooking times listed above are intended as guidelines only and may be modified according to personal tastes. Oven

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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 carefully. General safety

• 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 storms.

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

• 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.

• 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 never be covered.

• Always use oven gloves when placing cookware in the oven or when removing it.

• Do not use flammable liquids (alcohol, petrol, etc...) near the appliance while it is in use.

• Always make sure the knobs are in the • position when the appliance is not in use.

• 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 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.

• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote- control system. Disposal

• 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 collection. 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 environment

• 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. The cooking mode programming options, the “delayed cooking” mode (see Cooking modes) and “delayed automatic cleaning” mode (see Care and Maintenance) in particular, enable the user to organise their time efficiently.

• Always keep the oven door closed when using the BARBECUE 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. ! This product complies with the requirements of the latest European Directive on the limitation of power consumption of the standby mode. If no operations are carried out for a period of 2 minutes, the appliance automatically switches to the standby mode. The standby mode is visualised by the high luminosity "Watch Icon". As soon as interaction with the machine resumes, the system's operating mode is restored.GB

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

• The stainless-steel or enamel-coated external parts as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and neutral soap. If these stains are difficult to remove, use only specialised products. After cleaning, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive powders or corrosive substances.

• Ideally, the inside of the oven should be cleaned after each use, when it is still lukewarm. Use hot water and detergent, rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products.

• All accessories can be washed like everyday crockery, and are even dishwasher safe.

• Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance. Cleaning the oven door 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. To clean more thoroughly, you can remove the oven door.

• Open the door fully and lift up the two small levers “B”;

• Now, when the door is closed slightly, it can be lifted out by removing hooks “A” as shown in figure. To replace the door:

• With the door in an upright position, insert the 2 hooks “A” into the vents;

• Make sure that slot “D” is perfectly fastened to the edge of the vent (move the door forwards and backwards slightly);

• Keep the door completely open, shift the 2 levers “B” downwards, then close the door. Inspecting the seals Check the door seals around the oven periodically. If the seals are damaged, please contact your nearest After-sales Service Centre (see Assistance). We recommend not using the oven until the seals have 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 similar

one: Wattage 25 W, cap E 14.

3. Replace the glass cover (see diagram).

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.).

• Doe de gist in lauw water (circa 35 graden).