K343 M(X)/EU - Cooker INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Freestanding gas hob with electric multifunction oven
Brand	Indesit
Model	K343 M(X)/EU
Oven Volume	54 liters
Oven Inner Dimensions (WxDxH)	39 x 41 x 34 cm
Food Warmer Inner Dimensions (WxDxH)	42 x 44 x 23 cm
Maximum Oven Power Absorption	2100 W
Hob Burners (3)	Fast (3.30 kW), Semi Fast (2.10 kW), Auxiliary (1.15 kW) for G20 gas
Oven Programs	5: Convection, Ventilation, Grill, Double Grill, Ventilated Double Grill
Control Type	Knobs for burners, selector and thermostat for oven, optional timer
Ignition	Electronic ignition (some models)
Safety Features	Flame failure device on hob burners, oven door optional protective kit
Gas Connection	1/2 inch gas threaded male; hose or flexible stainless steel pipe
Supply Pressure	25 mbar (methane), 30 mbar (LPG)
Electrical Supply	230 V, frequency as per data plate
Oven Lamp	230 V, 25 W, type E14, high temperature resistant (300 °C)
Installation Type	Class 1 (freestanding) or Class 2 subclass 1 (between cabinets)
Product Net Weight	Approximately 55 kg (estimated)
Height Adjustment	Adjustable feet or press-fit legs
Cleaning and Maintenance	Manual cleaning of enamel, stainless steel, burner parts; replace oven lamp if needed
Warranty	Not specified, refer to manufacturer's service centers

Frequently Asked Questions - K343 M(X)/EU INDESIT

How do I light the gas hob burners?

Press the electronic ignition button (if available) while turning the corresponding knob counterclockwise to maximum. Hold the knob in for about 6 seconds after lighting due to the flame failure device. If no electronic ignition, use a match or lighter.

What are the oven cooking modes?

The '5 Programs' oven offers: Convection (top and bottom heat), Ventilation (fan-forced heat), Grill (top heat only), Double Grill (larger grill area), and Ventilated Double Grill (grill with fan). Use the selector knob (L) and thermostat knob (M) to choose.

How do I set the timer?

On models with a timer knob, turn it fully clockwise then back to the desired time (minutes). On models with an electronic timer, press the button and use + / - to set a countdown up to 10 hours. The buzzer sounds when time is up.

What is the recommended cookware for the gas burners?

Use flat-bottomed cookware with lids. For the Fast burner (R) use 24-26 cm diameter, Semi Fast (S) 16-20 cm, Auxiliary (A) 10-14 cm. Flames should not extend beyond the pan base.

How do I adapt the cooker for different gas types?

Replace the hose holder (marked 8 for LPG, 13 for methane), change the burner nozzles using a 7 mm socket, and adjust the minimum flame screw. Use the correct nozzle sizes from Table 1 in the manual. After adaptation, replace the rating sticker.

What safety precautions should I take during use?

Keep children away from the hot oven door and hob. Do not touch hot parts. Turn off gas and electricity when not in use. Ensure proper ventilation. Never use flammable liquids near the appliance. Always close the oven door when using grill functions.

How do I clean the oven and hob?

Clean the oven interior while warm with warm water and mild detergent, then rinse and dry. Clean burner flame spreaders with hot water and detergent. For stainless steel, avoid harsh abrasives and dry after cleaning. Periodically check and clean gas hose.

What should I do if the oven lamp fails?

Disconnect the cooker from the electrical supply. Remove the glass cover and replace the lamp with a 230 V, 25 W, E14 type rated for 300 °C. Reattach the cover and reconnect.

Can I use multiple racks at the same time?

Yes, but only in the 'Ventilation' (fan oven) mode. Use shelf levels 2 and 4 from the bottom. Place dishes requiring more heat on level 2 and delicate ones on level 4. Preheat for at least 15 minutes when cooking pizza.

What are the installation clearance requirements?

The cooker must be installed in a well-ventilated room. Minimum distance from hob to wall or cabinetry: 200 mm above worktop, 420 mm to wall cabinets. Back panel must be non-flammable material. If installing between cabinets, use flexible metal pipe for gas connection.

USER MANUAL K343 M(X)/EU INDESIT

Installation and use

Kitchen cabinet

GB Cooker with electric multifunction oven 5 programs

Instructions for installation and use 3

To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend:

• call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer • always use original Spare Parts

1 This appliance is intended for nonprofessional use within the home. 2 These instructions are only for those countries whose symbols appear in the booklet and on the serial number plate of the appliance. 3 This owner's manual is for a class 1 appliance (installed independently) or class 2, subclass 1 appliances (installed between two cabinets). 4 Before using your appliance, read the instructions in this owner's manual carefully since it provides all the information you need to ensure safe installation, use and maintenance. Always keep this owner's manual close at hand since you may need to refer to it in the future. 5 When you have removed the packing, check that the appliance is not damaged. If you have any doubts, do not use the appliance and contact your nearest Ariston Service Centre. Never leave the packing components (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within the reach of children since they are a source of potential danger. 6 The appliance must be installed only by a qualified technician in compliance with the instructions provided. The manufacturer declines all liability for improper installation, which may result in personal injury and damage to property. 7 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if it is correctly and efficiently earthed, in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always ensure that the earthing is efficient. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified technician to check the system. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage resulting from a system which has not been earthed. 8 Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that the specifications indicated on the data plate (on the appliance and/or packaging) correspond with those of the electrical and gas systems in your home. 9 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, contact a qualified technician. 10 An omnipolar switch with a contact opening of at least 3 mm or more is required for installation. 11 If the socket and appliance plug are not compatible, have the socket replaced with a suitable model by a qualified technician, who should also check that the cross-section of the socket cable is sufficient for the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adaptors, 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 individual adaptor or extension and the maximum power indicated on the multiple adapter. 12 Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not in use. Switch off the main switch and gas supply when you are not using the appliance. 13 The openings and slots used for ventilation and heat

dispersion must never be covered.

14 The user must not replace the supply cable of this appliance. Always contact an after-sales service centre which has been authorised by the manufacturer if the cable has been damaged or needs replacement. 15 This appliance must be used for the purpose for which it was expressly designed. Any other use (e.g. heating rooms) is considered to be improper and consequently dangerous. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage resulting from improper and irresponsible use. 16 A number of fundamental rules must be followed when using electrical appliances. The following are of particular importance:

• Do not touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet.
• Do not use the appliance barefooted.
• Do not use extensions, but if they are necessary, caution must be exercised.
• Never pull the power supply cable or the appliance to unplug the appliance plug from the mains.
• Never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun etc.).
• Do not allow children or persons who are not familiar with the appliance to use it, without supervision.

17 Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before cleaning or carrying out maintenance. 18 If you are no longer using an appliance of this type, remember to make it unserviceable by unplugging the appliance from the mains and cutting the supply cable. Also make all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance safe, above all for children who could play with the appliance. 19 To avoid accidental spillage do not use cookware with uneven or deformed bottoms on the burners. Turn the handles of pots and pans inwards to avoid knocking them over accidentally. 20 When the appliance is in use, the heating elements and some parts of the oven door become extremely hot. Make sure you don't touch them and keep children well away. 21 Never use flammable liquids such as alcohol or gasoline, etc. near the appliance when it is in use. 22 When using small electric appliances near the hob, keep the supply cord away from the hot parts. 23 Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/“o” position when the appliance is not in use. 24 Remember to keep children away from the appliance when you use the grill or oven, since these parts become very hot. 25 Gas appliances require regular air exchange to ensure trouble-free performance. When installing the cooker, follow the instructions provided in the paragraph on "Positioning" the appliance. 26 Warning: never place hot containers or items and flammable materials inside the dishwarmer drawer. 27 If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the pedestal itself.

Installation

All instructions on the following pages must be carried out by a competent person (CORGI registered) in compliance with gas safety (installation and use) regulation 1984.

Important: disconnect the cooker from the electricity and gas supply when any adjustment, etc.

Positioning your appliance

Important: this appliance may be installed and used only in permanently ventilated rooms in compliance with current directives. The following precautions should be taken:

a) The room must be provided with an external exhaust system obtained with a hood or with an electric ventilator that goes on automatically each time the unit is switched on.

In the case of chimneys or flues directly to the exterior with branches (for cookers)

b) The room must be provided with a system for air inflow which is necessary for a regular combustion. The air flow necessary for the combustion should be at least 2 m³/h for kW of installed power. The system may be realized by drawing the air directly from outside the building through a pipe that has at least a 100 cm² useable section and which must not be accidentally obstructed (Fig. A). And further it may be realized indirectly from other adjacent rooms which are provided with a ventilation pipe for the expulsion of the fumes to the outside of the building as foresaid, and which must not be part of the building in common use or rooms with risk of fire, or bedrooms (Fig. B).

Detail A: Adjacent room to be ventilated

Fig. A Fig. B: Examples of ventilation openings for the comburent air; increased opening between the door and the floor

c) During prolonged use of the appliance you may consider it necessary to open a window to the outside to improve ventilation.

d) The liquefied petroleum gases, which are heavier than air, stagnate towards the ground. Therefore, the rooms containing LPG cans must have openings towards the outside in order to allow the venting from the ground of eventual gas leak. Thus, the LPG cans must not be installed or settled in rooms that are below the ground level, (cellar, etc.) whether the cans are empty or

partially full. It is advisable to keep in the room only the can which is being used, and it must be placed away from direct heat sources (ovens, fireplaces, stoves, etc.) that could make the can reach temperatures higher than 50°C.

Levelling your appliance (only on a few models)

Your cooker is supplied with feet for levelling the appliance. If necessary, these feet can be screwed into the housings in the corners of the cooker base.

Mounting the legs (only on a few models)

Press-fit legs are supplied which fit under the base of your cooker.

Installation of the cooker

The appliance can be installed next to furniture units which are no taller than the top of the cooker hob. The wall in direct contact with the back panel of the cooker must be made of non-flammable material. During operation the back panel of the cooker could reach a temperature of 50°C above room temperature. For proper installation of the cooker, the following precautions must be taken:

a) The appliance can be placed in a kitchen, dining room, or bedsit, but not in a bathroom. b) All furniture around the appliance must be placed at least 200 mm from the top of the cooker, should the surface of the appliance be higher than the worktop of this furniture. Curtains should not be placed behind the cooker or less than 200 mm away from the sides of the appliance. c) Any hoods must be installed according to the requirements in the installation manual for the hoods themselves. d) If the cooker is installed beneath a wall cabinet, the latter must be situated at a minimum of 420 mm above the hob. The minimum distance between the worktop and kitchen units made of combustible material is 700 mm. e) The wall in direct contact with the back panel of the cooker must be made of non-flammable materials.

Connecting the gas

The appliance should be connected to the mains or to a gas cylinder in compliance with current directives. Before making the connection, check that the cooker is regulated for the gas supply you are using. If not, follow the instructions indicated in the paragraph “Adapting to different types of gas”. On some models the gas supply can be connected on the left or on the right, as necessary; to change the connection, reverse the position of the hose holder with that of the cap and replace the gasket (supplied with the appliance). When using liquid gas from a cylinder, install a pressure regulator which complies with current directive.

Important: check that the supply pressure complies with the values indicated in table 1 “Characteristics of the burners and nozzles” since this will ensure safe operation, correct consumption and ensure a longer life to your appliance.

Connection with hose

Make the connection using a gas hose complying with the characteristics provided in current directive. The internal diameter of the pipe used is as follows:

• 8mm for liquid gas;
• 13mm for methane gas.

When installing the hose, remember to take the following precautions:

• No part of the hose should touch parts whose temperature exceeds 50°C;
• The length of the hose should be less than 1500 mm;
• The hose should not be subject to twisting or pulling, and should not have bends or kinks.
• The hose should not touch objects with sharp edges, any moving parts, and it should not be crushed;
• The full length of the hose should be easy to inspect in order to check its condition;

Check that the hose fits firmly into place at the two ends and fix it with clamps complying to current directive. If any of the above recommendations cannot be adopted, flexible metal pipes should be used.

Should the cooker be installed according to the conditions of Class 2, subdivision 1, only a flexible metal pipe which is in compliance with current safety standards should be used to make the connection to the gas mains.

Connecting a flexible jointless stainless steel pipe to a threaded attachment

Remove the hose holder fitted on the appliance. The gas supply pipe fitting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical male attachment. Only pipes and gaskets complying with current directives. The full length of the pipe must not exceed 2000 mm.

Tight control

Important: when installation has been completed, check the pipe fitting for leaks with a soapy solution. Never use a flame. Once the connection has been made, ensure that the flexible metal tube does not touch any moving parts and is not crushed.

Connecting the supply cable to the mains

Install a normalised 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, along its length. Before making the connection, check that:

• the limiter valve and the home system can support the appliance load (see data plate);
• the mains is properly earthed in compliance with current directives and regulations;
• there is easy access to the socket and omnipolar circuit breaker, once the hob has been installed.

N.B: never use reducers, adaptors or shunts since they can cause heating or burning.

Adapting the cooker to different types of gas

In order to adapt the cooker to a different type of gas with respect to the gas for which it was produced (indicated on the label attached to the lid), follow these steps:

a) replace the hose holder mounted on the appliance with that supplied in the bag of "cooker accessories".

Important: the hose holder for liquid gas is marked 8, the hose holder for methane gas is marked 13. Always fit the sealing gasket.

b) Replacing the burner nozzles on the hob:

• remove the grids and slide the burners from their housings;
• unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, and replace them with nozzles for the new type of gas (see table 1 "Burner and nozzle characteristics").
• replace all the components by repeating the steps in reverse order.

c) Minimum regulation of the hob burners:

• turn the tap to minimum;

- remove the knob and adjust the regulation screw, which is positioned in or next to the tap pin, until the flame is small but steady.

N.B.: in the case of liquid gas, the regulation screw must be screwed in to the bottom.

- check that the flame does not turn off when you turn the tap quickly from high to low.

d) Regulating the primary air of the burners:

The primary air of the burners requires no regulation.

Important

On completion of the operation, replace the old rating sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used. This sticker is available from our Service Centres.

Note

Should the pressure of the gas used be different (or vary) from the recommended pressure, it is necessary to fit a suitable pressure regulator onto the inlet pipe in compliance with current National Regulations relative to “regulators for channelled gas”.

Burner and Nozzle Specifications

Table1 (For Hungary)		G 20 G 25.1 G		30
Burner By-pass	1/100 (mm)	Thermal power kW	Nozzle 1/100 (mm)	Thermal power kW	Nozzle 1/100 (mm)	Thermal power kW	Nozzle 1/100 (mm)
Fast (R) 41 3,30 116 2,60 116 2,60 86
Semi Fast (S)	30	2,10	106	1,70	106	1,70	70
Auxiliary (A)	30	1,15	79	0,90	79	0,90	50
Supply pressures		25 mbar		25 mbar		30 mbar

At 15°C and 1013 mbar-dry gas

P.C.I. G20 37,780 MJ/m³

P.C.I. G30 122,8 MJ/m³

P.C.I. G25.1 32,510 MJ/m³

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Technical Specifications

Inner dimensions of the oven:

Width: 39 cm

Depth: 41 cm

Height: 34 cm

Inner Volume of the Oven:

54 It

Maximum absorber power:

2100 W

Inner Dimensions of the Food Warmer:

Width: 42 cm

Depth: 44 cm

Height: 23 cm

Voltage and Frequency of Power Supply:

see data plate

Burners:

adaptable for use with all the types of gas indicated on the data plate situated inside the flap or, once the dishwarmer drawer has been opened, on the inside wall of the left-hand side panel.

This appliance conforms with the following European Economic Community directives:

• 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications;
• 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications;
• 90/396/EEC of 29/06/90 (Gas) and subsequent modifications;
• 93/68/EEC of 22/07/93 and subsequent modifications.

Cooker with Multifunction Oven

A Tray for Catching Overflows, B Gas Burner, C Electronic Lighting Device (only a few models), D Top Grate, E Control Panel, F Adjustable Feet or Legs, G Dripping Pan or Baking Sheet, J Flame failure device of the cook-top gas burners (only a few models)

K Oven Rack, L Selector Knob, M Thermostat Knob, N Control Knobs for Gas Burners on Hob, O Thermostat Light, P Electronic timer (only a few models), S Timer Knob (only a few models), T Electronic Ignition for the Gas Cooktop (only a few models)

How To Use Your Appliance

The various features of the cooker are controlled through the knobs and buttons located on the control panel.

Control Knobs for the Gas Burners on the Hob (N)

The position of the gas burner controlled by each one of the knobs is shown by a solid ring. To light one of the burners, hold a lighted match or lighter near the burner and, at the same time, press down and turn the corresponding knob counterclockwise to the maximum setting. Each burner can be operated at its maximum, minimum, or intermediate power. Shown on the knob are the different symbols for off (the knob is on this setting when the symbol corresponds with the reference mark on the control panel), for maximum, and minimum. To obtain these settings, turn the knob counterclockwise with respect to the off position. To turn off the burner, turn the knob clockwise until it stops (corresponding again with the symbol).

Electronic Ignition for the Gas Hob

Some of the models are provided with instant electronic lighting of the hob gas burners; these models are identified by the presence of a lighting device (see detail C). This device operates when a slight pressure is applied to the "T" button marked with symbol. To light a specific burner, just press the button labelled "T" while pushing the corresponding knob all the way in and turning it counterclockwise until it lights. For immediate lighting, first press the button and then turn the knob. Some models come equipped with an electric starter built into the knob, in which case the lighting device labelled "C" is present while the button labelled "T" is not. To light a specific burner, push the corresponding knob all the way in and turn it counterclockwise to maximum, keeping it pressed down until the burner lights.

Important: Should the burner flames accidentally go out, turn off the control knob and wait at least 1 minute before trying to relight.

Models with Hob Gas Burner Safety Devices to Prevent Leaks

These models can be identified by the presence of the device itself (see detail J).

Important: Since the hob burners are equipped with a safety device, you must hold the control knob in for about 6 seconds after the burner has been lighted to allow the gas to pass until the safety thermocouple has heated.

Attention: The first time you use the oven we recommend that you set the thermostat on the highest setting and leave the oven on for about a half of an hour with nothing in it. Then, open the oven door and let the room air. The odour that is often detected during this initial use is due to the evaporation of substances used to protect the oven during storage and until it is installed.

Attention: Only use the bottom shelf of the oven when using the rotisserie to cook (where present). For all other types of cooking, never use the bottom shelf and never place anything on the bottom of the oven when it is in operation because this could damage the enamel. Always place your cookware (dishes, aluminium foil, etc. etc.) on the grate provided with the appliance inserted especially along the oven guides.

The Oven Control Knobs

The “5 Programms” oven combines all the advantages of traditional “static” ovens with those of modern “ventilated” ones. The “5 Programms” oven is extremely versatile and offers 5 different but sure and easy ways of cooking. Use the knobs to select the different cooking functions available on the “5 Programms” oven:

L - selector knob (identified by the ☐ symbol);

M - thermostat knob (identified by the ⏻ symbol).

When the selector knob is on any other setting than that identified by the "o", the oven light turns on. The setting identified by the symbol makes it possible to turn the oven light on without having any of the oven heating elements on. When the oven light is on, it means that the oven is in use, and it will remain on for the entire time the oven is being used.

1. Convection Mode

- Position of the "L" knob:

- Position of the "M" knob: between 50°C and Max

On this setting, the light comes on and the top and bottom heating elements are activated. This is the classic, traditional type oven which has perfected, with exceptional heat distribution and reduced energy consumption. The convection oven is still unequalled when it comes to cooking dishes made up of several ingredients, e.g. cabbage with ribs, stews, etc. Excellent results are achieved when preparing meat-based dishes as well (braised meats, stew, goulash, wild game, ham etc.) which need to cook slowly and require basting or the addition of liquid. It still remains the best system for cooking pastries and fruit in general and when using specific covered containers for oven cooking. When cooking in convection mode, only use one dripping-pan or cooking rack at a time, otherwise the heat distribution will be uneven. Select from among the various rack heights based on whether the dish needs more or less heat from the top or bottom.

2. Ventilation Mode

- Position of the "L" knob:

- Position of the "M" knob: between 50°C and Max

Since the heat remains constant and uniform throughout the oven due to the fan at the back, the air cooks and browns food uniformly over its entire surface. With this mode, you can also cook various dishes at the same time, as long as their respective cooking temperatures are the same. A maximum of 2 rack levels can be used at the same time, following the instructions in the section entitled, "Cooking On More Than One Rack". This cooking mode is ideal for au gratin dishes or those which require an extended cooking time like lasagne, macaroni bake, chicken and roast potatoes, etc...

Moreover, the excellent heat distribution makes it possible to use lower temperatures when cooking roasts. This results in less loss of juices, meat which is more tender and a decrease in the loss of weight for the roast. The ventilated mode is especially suited for cooking fish, which can be prepared with the addition of a limited amount of condiments, thus maintaining their flavour and appearance. Excellent results can also be attained when cooking vegetables like courgettes, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes, etc.

Desserts: leavened cakes are also perfect for the ventilated mode. Moreover, this mode can also be used to thaw meat, fish and bread by setting the temperature to 80°C - 100°C. To thaw more

delicate foods, set the thermostat to 50°C or use only the cold air circulation feature by setting the thermostat to 0°C.

3. Grill

• Position of the "L" knob:
• Position of the "M" knob: Max

The extremely high and direct temperature of the grill makes it possible to brown the surface of meats and roasts while locking in the juices to keep them tender. The grill is also highly recommended for dishes that require high temperature on the surface: beef steaks, veal, entrecôte, filets, hamburger etc...

4. The "Double Grill"

• Position of the "L" knob:
• Position of the "M" knob: Max

This oversized grill has a completely new design, increasing cooking efficiency by 50%. The double grill also eliminates pockets of unheated air in the corners of the oven.

Important: Always leave the oven door closed when using the grill setting in order to achieve the best results and save on energy (about 10%).

When using the grill, place the rack at the top rack heights (see cooking table) and place the dripping-pan beneath the oven rack to prevent grease from falling onto the bottom of the oven.

5. Ventilated Double Grill

- Position of the "L" knob:

- Position of the "M" knob: between 50 and 200°C

This combination of features increases the effectiveness of the unidirectional thermal radiation of the heating elements through forced air circulation of the air throughout the oven. This helps prevent foods from burning on the surface, allowing the heat to penetrate into the food. Excellent results are achieved with kebabs made with meats and vegetables, sausages, ribs, lamb chops, chicken, quail, pork chops, etc. This mode is also ideal for cooking fish steaks, like swordfish, tuna, grouper, etc.

In this function, the rotisserie motor will also turn on (where present). Cooking with this function is especially recommended for meat dishes such as loins, poultry, etc.

Note: When using the grill (features 3, 4, 5), the oven door must be closed.

Thermostat Light (O)

This light indicates that the oven is heating. When it turns off, the temperature inside the oven has reached the setting made with the thermostat knob. At this point, the light will turn on and off as the oven maintains the temperature at a constant level.

Timer Knob (only a few models)

To use the timer, the ringer "S" must be wound up by turning the knob one full turn clockwise; then turn it back to the desired time so that the number of minutes on the knob matches the reference mark on the panel.

Attention

Avoid children touching the oven door because it is very hot during cooking.

The rotisserie (only a few models)

To operate the rotisserie, proceed as follows:

a) place the dripping-pan on the 1st rack; b) insert the special rotisserie support on the 4th rack and position the spit by inserting it through the special hole into the rotisserie at the back of the oven; c) to start the spit, set the oven selection knob (L) on setting

Practical Advice on Using the Burners

In order to obtain the best performance, keep in mind the following:

• Use the appropriate cookware for each burner (see table) so that the flames do not extend beyond the bottom of the cookware.
• Only flat bottom cookware should be used.
• At the boiling point, turn the knob to low. Always use a lid with the cookware.

Burner ø Cookware diameter (cm)
Fast (R) 24 - 26
Semi Fast (S) 16 - 20
Auxiliary (A) 10 - 14

Storage recess below the oven (only a few models)

Below the oven a recess can be used to contain cooking pans and cooker accessories. Moreover, during oven operation, it may be used to keep food warm. To open the storage, turn it downwards.

Caution: this storage recess must not be used to store inflammable materials.

Oven door kit

In order to further decrease the temperature of the oven door and reduce energy consumption, a supplemental kit has been made available. This kit should be installed if the oven is used in the presence of small children. To install the protective glass for the oven door (code 076650), contact your nearest Merloni Eletrodomestici Service Centre indicated on the list provided with the appliance.

Electronic timer

The electronic timer displays the time and the timer function with countdown.

Note: all the functions are operative approximately 7 seconds after they are set.

How to reset the clock

After the appliance has been connected to the power supply, or when the power has gone out, the clock display will automatically reset to 0:00 and begin to blink. 0 00

- Press the button, and then use the and buttons to set the correct time. To move the time forward quickly, keep the buttons pressed.

Whenever the time must be reset, follow this same procedure.

Timer Feature

Press the button to access this function. The symbol " will appear on the display. Each time you press button +, the time will increase by 10 seconds until 99 minutes and 50 seconds. If you continue to press it, the time will increase from minute to minute up to a maximum of 10 hours.

Use button to go backwards.

After setting the desired time, start the countdown. When the time has elapsed, the buzzer will sound, and it can be interrupted by pressing any of the buttons.

You can display the time by pressing button and symbol "△ indicates the timer function has been set. After approximately 7 seconds, the display automatically goes back to indicating the timer.

To cancel a previous setting

Press button — up until 0 · 00.

Practical Cooking Advice

The oven offers a wide range of alternatives which allow you to cook any type of food in the best possible way. With time you will learn to make the best use of this versatile cooking appliance and the following directions are only a guideline which may be varied according to your own personal experience.

Baking cakes

The oven should always be warm before putting in cakes wait till the end of preheating (about 10-15 min.). Cake-baking temperatures are normally around 160° C/200°C. Do not open the oven door during the baking process as this could cause the cake to sink. In general:

Pastry is too dry

Increase the temperature by 10° C and reduce the cooking time.

Pastry dropped

Use less liquid or lower the temperature by 10°C.

Pastry is too dark on top

Place it on a lower rack, lower the temperature, and increase the cooking time.

Cooked well on the inside but sticky on the outside

Use less liquid, lower the temperature, and increase the cooking time.

The pastry sticks to the pan

Grease the pan well and sprinkle it with a dusting of flour or use greaseproof paper.

I used more than one level (in the function "ventilated oven") and they are not all at the same cooking point

Use a lower temperature setting. It is not necessary to remove the food from all the racks at the same time.

Cooking fish and meat

When cooking white meat, fowl and fish use low temperatures. (150°C-175°C). When red meat must be superficially well-cooked but succulent inside, it is advisable to start with a high temperature (200-220°C) for a short time, and then to reduce it at a later point. Generally speaking, the more meat there is, the lower the temperature and the longer the cooking time should be. Place the meat in the centre of the grid and put a spill-tray underneath to catch grease drips. Insert the grid so that it is in the middle of the oven. If more heat from below is required, use the 1° bottom shelf.

Cooking on More Than One Rack

Should you need to use two grids, use only function 2

"ventilated oven" which is the only solution for this process.

- The oven has 5 different rack heights. When cooking with the ventilated mode, use only the two centre rack heights:

The bottom and topmost rack heights directly receive hot air and this could result in more delicate dishes being burned.

• In general, use levels 2 and 4 from the bottom, placing the food requiring more heat at level no. 2. For example, when cooking a roast together with other food, place the roast at level 2 and the more delicate dishes at level 4.
• When cooking foods requiring different cooking times and temperatures, make sure that the temperature is set between the two recommended temperatures and put the more delicate dishes at level no. 4. Finally, remove the dish with the shorter cooking time first.
• Use the dripping pan at the bottommost rack height and the grill at the top.
• When cooking pizza on more than one rack with the temperature set at 220°C. Remember to preheat the oven for at least 15 minutes. In general the 4th rack height cooks a little slower, so remove the pizza on the second rack height first and leave the other one in the oven for a few minutes.

Using the Grill

The oven allows you to use two different grilling methods.

Use the no. 3 setting "Grill" for small portions. Energy consumption for this feature is only 1200 W; however, it is ideal for grilling small dishes or portions, e.g. toast, frankfurters, etc.

Place the food in the centre of the grill, as only the centre of the heating element is turned on. Food in the corners of the oven will not be cooked.

The no. 4 setting "Double Grill" allows you to grill along the entire surface area of the grill itself. Use this feature when you have food distributed uniformly beneath the grill and you want it to be browned evenly.

Important: Always leave the oven door closed when using the grill setting in order to achieve the best results and save on energy (about 10%).

When using the grill settings, it is recommended that the thermostat be set to maximum, as this is the optimal setting for the grill, which utilizes radiation produced by infrared rays. However, this does not mean that lower temperature settings cannot be used when necessary by simply turning the control knob.

When using the grill, place the rack at the 4 rack heights (see cooking table) and place the dripping-pan beneath the oven rack to prevent grease from falling onto the bottom of the oven.

Setting 5 "Ventilated Double Grill" is extremely use-

ful for grilling foods rapidly, as the distribution of heat makes it possible not only to brown the surface, but also to cook the bottom part. It can also be used to grill large pieces of meat or fowl. Moreover, it can also be used for browning foods at the end of the cooking process.

When using this function, place the grid on the 2nd or 3rd oven rack from the bottom (see cooking table) then, to prevent fat and grease from dripping onto the bottom of the oven and thus smoke from forming, place a dripping-pan on the 1st rack from the bottom. When using this function together with the spit (only on some models), you can also cook dishes on the dripping-pan situated on the 1st rack, for example: potatoes, etc.

Practical Cooking Advice

Selection knob	Food to be cooked Wt.	(Kg)	Cooking position from bottom	Heating time (min.)	Thermostat knob	Cooking time (min.)
1 Static	Duck	1	3	15	200	65-75
	Roast beef	1	3	15	200	70-75
	Roast pork	1	3	15	200	70-80
	Biscuits	-	3	15	180	15-20
	Tarts	1	3	15	180	30-35
2 Fan oven cooking	Pizza (on 2 racks)	1	2-4	15	220	20-35
	Lasagne	1	3	10	200	30-35
	Lamb	1	2	10	180	50-60
	Chicken + potatoes	1	2-4	10	180	60-75
	Mackerel	1	2	10	180	50-55
	Red porgy	1.5	2	10	180	55-60
	Plum cake	1	2	10	170	40-50
	Cream puffs (on 2 racks)	0.5	2-4	10	190	25-35
	Biscuits (on 2 racks)	0.5	2-4	10	180	10-15
	Sponge cake (on 1 rack)	0.5	3	10	165	25-30
	Sponge cake (on 2 racks)	1.0	2-4	10	165	25-30
	Savoury pies	1.5	3	15	200	25-30
3 Grill	Sole and cuttle fish	1	4	5	Max	8
	Squid and shrimp on spits	1	4	5	Max	4
	Cod fillets	1	4	5	Max	10
	Grilled vegetables	1	3/4	5	Max	8-10
4 Double Grill	Veal steaks	1	4	5	Max	15-20
	Cutlets	1.5	4	5	Max	20
	Hamburgers	1	3	5	Max	7
	Caballas	1	4	5	Max	15-20
	Toasted sandwiches	n.° 4	4	5	Max	5
5 Ventilated Double Grill	Grilled chicken	1.5	2	5	200	55-60
	Cuttle fish	1.5	2	5	200	30-35
	Chicken (inserted on the spit) + potatoes (on the dripping-pan)	1.5	-	5	200	70-75
		-	2	5	200	70-75
	With rotisserie
	Veal on the spit	1.5	-	5	200	70-80
	Chicken on the spit	1.5	-	5	200	70-80
	Lamb on the spit	1.5	-	5	200	70-80
	With multi-skewer rotisserie (only a few models)
	Meat kebabs	1.0	-	5	Max	40-45
	Vegetable kebabs	0.8	-	5	Max	25-30

NB: cooking times are approximate and may vary according to personal taste. When cooking using the grill or double grill or ventilated double grill, the dripping-pan must always be placed on the 1st oven rack from the bottom.

Routine Maintenance and Cleaning

Before each operation, disconnect the cooker from the electrical supply. To ensure that the appliance lasts a long time, it must be thoroughly cleaned frequently, keeping in mind that:

• The enamelled parts and the self-cleaning panels are washed with warm water without using any abrasive powders or corrosive substances which could ruin them;
• The inside of the oven should be cleaned fairly often while it is still warm, using warm water and detergent followed by careful rinsing and drying;
• The flame spreaders should be washed frequently with hot water and detergent, taking care to eliminate any scale;
• In cookers equipped with automatic lighting, the terminal part of the electronic instant lighting devices should be cleaned frequently and the gas outlet holes on the flame spreaders should be checked to make sure they are free of any obstructions;
• Stainless steel may become marked if it comes into contact with very hard water or harsh detergents (containing phosphorous) for long periods of time. After cleaning, it is advisable to rinse thoroughly and dry. It is also recommended that drops of water be dried.

NB.: Avoid closing the cover while the gas burners are still warm. Remove any liquid from the lid before opening it.

Important: Periodically check the wear of the gas hose and substitute it if there are any defects; we recommended changing it every year.

Replacing the Oven Lamp

• Disconnect the oven from the power supply by means of the omnipolar switch used to connect the appliance to the electrical mains; or disconnect the plug if it is accessible;
• Remove the glass cover of the lamp-holder;
• Remove the lamp and replace with a lamp resistant to high temperatures (300°C) with the following specifications:
• Voltage 230V
• Wattage 25W
• Type E14

- Replace the glass cover and connect the oven to the mains.

Greasing the Taps

The taps may jam in time or they may become difficult to turn. If so, they must be cleaned internally and the grease replaced.

NB.: This operation must be performed by a technician authorised by the manufacturer.

Removing the lid

The cooker lid can be removed to facilitate cleaning. To remove the lid, first open it completely and pull it upwards (see figure)

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Protective glass

Baking table

Installing the stove

c) Regulation to minimum:

Technical Specifications