IFW 5544 IX - Oven INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Built-in Electric Oven
Brand	Indesit
Model	IFW 5544 IX
Functions	Conventional, Convection Bake, Grill, Gratin, Bottom Heating, Freasy Cook, Eco Forced Air, Turn & Cook
Control Type	Rotary knobs and push buttons
Display	Digital LED
Timer	Yes (cooking duration, delayed start, timer)
Preheating	Automatic with audible and visual indicator
Turn & Cook	Automatic recipe cooking with selectable weight ranges
Accessories Included	Wire shelf, drip tray, baking tray
Cleaning Features	Click&Clean removable inner door glass, removable door, lowerable grill element
Door	Removable for easy cleaning
Shelf Guides	Removable for cleaning
Oven Light	Can be switched on/off manually via button
Maximum Temperature	250°C
Number of Shelf Levels	5
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Installation	Built-in

Frequently Asked Questions - IFW 5544 IX INDESIT

How do I set the time on the oven?

Press the √ button until the clock icon and hour digits flash. Use + or — to set the hour, then press ⏰ to confirm. Set minutes similarly.

How do I use the Turn & Cook function?

Select the Turn & Cook icon with the selection knob, leave the thermostat knob at 0, and the oven automatically sets temperature and time based on the recipe weight guide. End cooking by turning the selection knob to 0.

How do I clean the oven door glass?

Remove the door, rest it on a soft surface handle down. Press the two retaining clips, remove the upper edge, lift and remove the inner glass. Clean it, then reposition with the 'R' marking in the left corner and clear side up.

What does the display show 'F' followed by a number?

This indicates a software problem. Contact your nearest Client After-sales Service centre and provide the number following the letter 'F'.

How do I remove the oven door?

Open the door fully, lower the catches to unlock. Close the door partially, then lift and pull it upwards until released from the hinges. Refit by aligning the hooks and lowering catches back.

Can I cook different foods at the same time?

Yes, use the Convection Bake function to cook on up to two shelves simultaneously. Swap shelves halfway through if needed.

What accessories are included with the oven?

The oven comes with a wire shelf, a drip tray (if present), and a baking tray. Additional accessories can be purchased separately.

How do I activate the Grill function?

Turn the selection knob to the grill symbol, then set the temperature using the thermostat knob. Preheat if desired, but not mandatory. Use a baking tray with water below to collect juices.

What is the ECO Forced Air function?

This function circulates air gently and intermittently to prevent food from drying out, ideal for roasts and stuffed joints. The oven light remains off during cooking but can be turned on with the light button.

How do I set a delayed start?

First set the cooking duration, then press ⏻ until the end time icon flashes. Use +/— to set the desired end time, then press ☑ to confirm and activate the function.

USER MANUAL IFW 5544 IX INDESIT

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING AN INDESIT PRODUCT

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You can download the Safety Instructions and the Use and Care Guide by visiting our website docs.indesit.eu and following the instructions on the back of this booklet.

Before using the appliance carefully read the Health and Safety guide.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Control panel
2. Fan
3. Lamp
4. Shelf guides (the level is indicated on the wall of the cooking compartment)
5. Door
6. Upper heating element/grill
7. Identification plate (do not remove)
8. Bottom heating element (non-visible)

CONTROL PANEL

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1. SELECTION KNOB

For switching the oven on by selecting a function. Turn to the 0 position to switch the oven off.

2. LIGHT

With the oven switched on, press to turn the oven compartment lamp on or off.

3. TIME SETTING

For accessing the cooking time settings, delayed start and timer. For displaying the time when the oven is off.

4. DISPLAY

5. ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS

For changing the cooking time settings.

6. THERMOSTAT KNOB

Turn to select the temperature you require when activating manual functions.

For "Turn & Cook" function use 📋.

ACCESSORIES

WIRE SHELF DRIP TRAY (IF: PRESENT) BAKING TRAY

The number and type of accessories may vary depending on the model purchased.

Other accessories can be purchased separately from the After-sales Service.

INSERTING THE WIRE SHELF AND OTHER ACCESSORIES

- Insert the wire shelf onto the level you require by holding it tilted slightly upwards and resting the raised rear side (pointing upwards) down first. Then slide it horizontally along the shelf guide as far as possible.

- The other accessories, such as the baking tray, are inserted horizontally by sliding them along the shelf guides.

• The shelf guides can be removed to facilitate oven cleaning: pull them to remove from their seats.

FUNCTIONS

CONVENTIONAL

For cooking any kind of dish on one shelf only.

CONVECTION BAKE

To cook on a maximum of two shelves at the same time. It is a good idea to swap the position of the baking trays halfway through cooking.

same time. It is a good idea to swap the position of the baking trays halfway through cooking.

For grilling steaks, kebabs and sausages, cooking vegetables au gratin or toasting bread.

For grilling steaks, kebabs and sausages,

cooking vegetables au gratin or toasting bread.

When grilling meat, we recommend using a baking tray to collect the cooking juices: position the pan on any of the levels below the wire shelf and add 200 ml of drinking water.

GRATIN

For roasting large joints of meat (legs, roast

beef, chicken). We recommend using a baking tray to collect the cooking juices: position the pan on any of the levels below the wire shelf and add 200 ml of drinking water.

BOTTOM HEATING

Use this function to brown the bottom of

the dishes. It is advisable to place the food on the 1st/2nd level. The function can also be used for slow cooking, such as vegetables and meat stews; in this case, use the 3rd level. The oven does not have to be preheated.

FREASY COOK

All the heating elements and the fan come on, guaranteeing the distribution of heat consistently and uniformly throughout the oven. Pre-heating is not necessary for this cooking mode. This mode is especially recommended for cooking pre-packed food quickly (frozen or pre-cooked). The best results are obtained if you use one cooking rack only.

ECO FORCED AIR

For cooking roasts and stuffed roasting joints on a single shelf. Food is prevented from drying out excessively by gentle, intermittent air circulation. When this ECO function is in use, the light will remain switched off during cooking but can be switched on again by pressing ⚙️.

TURN & COOK

This function automatically selects an ideal temperature and time for baking a wide range of recipes including meat, fish, pasta, sweets and vegetables. Activate the function when the oven is cold.

USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

1. SETTING THE TIME

You will need to set the time when you switch on the appliance for the first time: Press √ until the √ icon and the two digits for the hour start flashing on the display.

Use + or — to set the hour and press ⏰ to confirm. The two digits for the minutes will start flashing. Use + or — to set the minutes and press ⓣ to confirm.

Please note: When the 📷 on is flashing, for example following lengthy power outages, you will need to reset the time.

2. REHEAT THE OVEN

A new oven may release odours that have been left behind during manufacturing: this is completely normal.

Before starting to cook food, we therefore recommend heating the oven with it empty in order to remove any possible odours.

Remove any protective cardboard or transparent film from the oven and remove any accessories from inside it. Heat the oven to 250 °C for about one hour, preferably using the "Convection Bake" function. The oven must be empty during this time.

Follow the instructions for setting the function correctly.

Please note: It is advisable to air the room after using the appliance for the first time.

DAILY USE

1. SELECT A FUNCTION

To select a function, turn the selection knob to the symbol for the function you require: the display will light up and an audible signal will sound.

2. ACTIVATE A FUNCTION

MANUAL

To start the function you have selected, turn the thermostat knob to set the temperature you require.

Please note: During cooking you can change the function by turning the selection knob or adjust the temperature by turning the thermostat knob.

The function will not start if the thermostat knob is on. You can set the cooking time, cooking end time (only if you set a cooking time) and a timer.

TURN & COOK

To start the "Turn & Cook" function, select the function by turning the selection knob to the relevant icon, keeping the thermostat knob on the 0 / @con. To end the cooking, turn the selection knob to "0".

Please note: You can set the cooking end time and timer. To obtain the best cooking results using the "Turn & Cook" function, follow the suggested weights for each kind of food in the following table.

Food Recipe	Weight (kg)
Meat	Roast veal, Roast Beef rare 0,6 - 0,7
	Chicken / Leg of lamb in pieces 1,0 - 1,2
Fish	Salmon fillet / Baked fish (whole) 0,9 - 1,0
	Fish en papillote	0,8 - 1,0
Vegetables	Stuffed vegetables	1,8 - 2,5
	Vegetable pie	1,5 - 2,5
Salty cakes	Quiche lorraine / Flan	1,0 - 1,5
Pasta	Lasagne / Timbale of pasta or rice	1,5 - 2,0
Pastry	Leavened cake / Plum cake	0,9 - 1,2
	Baked apples	1,0 - 1,5
Bread	Bread loaf	0,5 - 0,6
	Baguettes	0,5 - 0,8

3. PREHEATING

Once the function starts, an audible signal and a flashing icon ⚙️ on the display indicate that the preheating phase has been activated.

At the end of this phase, an audible signal and the fixed icon ⚙ on the display will indicate that the oven has reached the set temperature: At this point, place the food inside and proceed with cooking.

Please note: Placing the food in the oven before preheating has finished may have an adverse effect on the final cooking result.

4. PROGRAMMING COOKING

You will need to select a function before you can start programming cooking.

DURATION

Keep pressing Ⓤ until the icon and "00:00" start flashing on the display.

Use +br to set the cooking time you require, then press ⏻ to confirm.

Activate the function by turning the thermostat knob to the temperature you require: An audible signal will sound and the display will indicate that cooking is complete.

Notes: To cancel the cooking time you have set, keep pressing until the "in" starts flashing on the display, then use to reset the cooking time to "00:00". This cooking time includes a preheating phase.

PROGRAMMING THE END COOKING TIME/DELAYED START

After a cooking time has been set, starting the function can be delayed by programming its end time: Press ⏻ until the 📊 is on and the current time starts flashing on the display.

Use br to set the time you want cooking to end and press ☑ to confirm. Activate the function by turning the thermostat knob to the temperature you require: the function will remain paused until it starts automatically after the period of time that has been calculated in order for cooking to finish at the time you have set.

Notes: To cancel the setting, switch the oven off by turning the selection knob to position "0".

END OF COOKING

An audible signal will sound and the display will indicate that the function has finished.

Turn the selection knob to select a different function or to position "0" to switch the oven off.

Please note: If the timer is active, the display will show "END" alternately with the remaining time.

SETTING THE TIMER

This option does not interrupt or program cooking but allows you to use the display as a timer, either during while a function is active or when the oven is off.

Keep pressing ⏻ until the 📄 is on and "00:00" starts flashing on the display.

Use or to set the time you require and press to confirm.

An audible signal will sound once the timer has finished counting down the selected time.

Notes: To cancel the timer, keep pressing Ⓨ until the icon starts flashing, then use to reset the time to "00:00".

COOKING TABLE

RECIPE FUNCTION PREHEAT			TEMPERATURE(°C)	DURATION(MIN)	LEVELAND ACCESSORIES
Leavened cakes		Yes 160 - 180 30 - 90			2/3
		Yes 160 - 180 30 - 90 ***			4 1
Filled cake(cheese cake, strudel, fruit pie)		Yes 160 - 200 35 - 90			2
		Yes 160 - 200 35 - 90 ***			4 2
Biscuits/tartlets		Yes 170 - 180 15 - 45			3
		Yes 160 - 180 20 - 45 ***			4 2
Choux buns		Yes 180 - 200 30 - 40			3
		Yes 180 - 190 35 - 45 ***			4 2
Meringues		Yes 90 150 - 200			3
		Yes 90 140 - 200			4 2
Bread / Pizza / Focaccia		Yes 190 - 250 15 - 50			2
		Yes 190 - 250 25 - 50 ***			4 2
Frozen pizzas		Yes 250		10 - 15	3
		Yes 250		10 - 20 ***	4 2
Salty cakes(vegetable pie,quiche)		Yes 175 - 200 45 - 60			3
		Yes 175 - 190 45 - 60 ***			4 2
Vols-au-vents / puff pastry crackers		Yes 190 - 200 20 - 30			3
		Yes 180 - 190 15 - 40 ***			4 2
Lasagne / baked pasta / canneloni /flans		Yes 190 - 200 45 - 65			2
Lamb / veal / beef /pork 1 kg		Yes 190 - 200 45 - 65		80 - 110	3

FUNCTIONS	Conventional	Grill	Gratin	Convection Bake	Eco Convection Bake
ACCESSORIES	Wire shelf	Baking dish or cake tin on the wire shelf	Baking tray/Drip tray or baking dish on the wire shelf	Drip tray / Baking tray	Drip tray / Baking tray with 200 ml of water
RECIPE FUNCTION PREHEAT			TEMPERATURE(°C)	DURATION(MIN)	LEVELAND ACCESSORIES
Chicken/rabbit/duck 1 kg		Yes	200 - 230	50 - 100	2
Turkey / goose 3 kg		-	190 - 200	100 - 160	2
Baked fish/en papillote (fillets, whole)		Yes	170 - 190	30 - 45	2
Stuffed vegetables(tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines)		Yes 180 - 200	50 - 70		2
Toasted bread		5'	250	2 - 6	5
Fish fillets/slices		-	230 - 250	15 - 30*	4 3
Sausages/kebabs/spare ribs/hamburgers		-	250	15 - 30*	5 4
Roast chicken 1-1,3 kg	[CGYD]	Yes	200 - 220	55 - 70**	2 1
Roast beef rare 1 kg	[3GBW]	Yes	200 - 210	35 - 50**	3
Leg of lamb/knuckle		Yes	200 - 210	60 - 90**	3
Roast potatoes		Yes	200 - 210	35 - 55**	3
Vegetable gratin		-	200 - 210	25 - 55	3
Lasagne and meat		Yes	200	50 - 100****	4 1
Meat and potatoes		Yes 190 - 200		45 - 100****	4 1
Fish and vegetables		Yes	180	30 - 50****	4 1
Roast meat/stuffed roasting joints		-	170 - 180	100 - 150	2

Download the Use and Care Guide from docs.indesit.eu for the table of tested recipes, compiled for the certification authorities in accordance with the standard IEC 60350-1.

* Turn food halfway through cooking ** Turn food two thirds of the way through cooking (if necessary). *** Switch levels halfway through cooking. **** Estimated length of time: dishes can be removed from the oven at different times depending on personal preference. Switch shelves two-thirds of the way through cooking, if necessary.

FUNCTIONS	Conventional	Grill	Gratin	Convection bake	[0ZZ7]Eco Convection Bake
ACCESSORIES	Wire shelf	Baking dish or cake tin on the wire shelf	Baking tray/Drip tray or baking dish on the wire shelf	Drip tray / Baking tray	Drip tray / Baking tray with 200 ml of water

MAINTENANCE AND

CLEANING

Do not use steam cleaning equipment.

Use protective gloves during all operations.

Carry out the required operations with the oven cold.

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

Do not use wire wool, abrasive scourers or abrasive/corrosive cleaning agents, as these could damage the surfaces of the appliance.

EXTERIOR SURFACES

- Clean the surfaces with a damp microfibre cloth. If they are very dirty, add a few drops of pH-neutral detergent. Finish off with a dry cloth.

- Do not use corrosive or abrasive detergents. If any of these products inadvertently comes into contact with the surfaces of the appliance, clean immediately with a damp microfibre cloth.

INTERIOR SURFACES

• After every use, leave the oven to cool and then clean it, preferably while it is still warm, to remove any deposits or stains caused by food residues.

To dry any condensation that has formed as a result of cooking foods with a high water content, leave the oven to cool completely and then wipe it with a cloth or sponge.

The door can be easily removed and refitted to facilitate cleaning of the glass.

Clean the glass in the door with a suitable liquid detergent.

The top heating element of the grill can be lowered to clean the upper panel of the oven:

Extract the heating element from its seating, then lower it. To return the heating element to its position, lift it up, pull it slightly towards you and make sure that the tab support is in its proper seating.

ACCESSORIES

Soak the accessories in a washing-up liquid solution after use, handling them with oven gloves if they are still hot. Food residues can be removed using a washing-up brush or a sponge.

REMOVING AND REFITTING THE DOOR

1. To remove the door, open it fully and lower the catches until they are in the unlock position.

1. Close the door as much as you can.

Take a firm hold of the door with both hands – do not hold it by the handle.

Simply remove the door by continuing to close it while pulling it upwards (a) at the same time until it is released from its seating (b).

Put the door to one side, resting it on a soft surface.

1. Refit the door by moving it towards the oven, aligning the hooks of the hinges with their seating and securing the upper part onto its seating.
2. Lower the door and then open it fully. Lower the catches into their original position: make sure that you lower them down completely.
3. Try closing the door and check to make sure that it lines up with the control panel. If it does not, repeat the steps above.

CLICK&CLEAN - CLEANING THE GLASS

1. After removing the door and resting it on a soft surface with the handle downwards, simultaneously press the two retaining clips and remove the upper edge of the door by pulling it towards you.

1. Lift and firmly hold the inner glass with both hands, remove it and place it on a soft surface before cleaning it.
2. To correctly reposition the inner glass, make sure that the "R" is visible in the left-hand corner and the clear surface (not printed) is facing up. First insert the long side of the glass indicated by "R" into the support seats, then lower it into position.

1. Refit the upper edge: a click will indicate correct positioning. Make sure the seal is secure before refitting the door.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible cause Solution
The oven is not working. Power cut.	Disconnection from the mains.	Check for the presence of mains electrical power and whether the oven is connected to the electricity supply.Turn off the oven and restart it to see if the fault persists.
The display shows the letter “F” followed by a number.	Software problem. Contact you nearest Client After-sales Service Centre and state the number following the letter “F”.

USEFUL TIPS

HOW TO READ THE COOKING TABLE

The table lists the best function, accessories and level to use to cook various different types of food. Cooking times start from the moment food is placed in the oven, excluding preheating (where required). Cooking temperatures and times are approximate and depend on the amount of food and the type of accessory used. Use the lowest recommended settings to begin with and, if the food is not cooked enough, then switch to higher settings. Use the accessories supplied and preferably dark-coloured metal cake tins and baking trays. You can also use Pyrex or stoneware pans and accessories, but bear in mind that cooking times will be slightly longer.

COOKING DIFFERENT FOODS AT THE SAME TIME

The "Convection Bake" function enables you to cook different foods (such as fish and vegetables) on different shelves at the same time. Switch shelves two-thirds of the way through cooking, if necessary. Remove the food which requires a shorter cooking time and leave the food which requires a longer cooking time in the oven.

PRODUCT FICHE

The product fiche with energy data of this appliance can be downloaded from the website docs.indesit.eu

HOW TO OBTAIN THE USE AND CARE GUIDE

Download the Use and Care Guide from our website docs.indesit.eu (you can use this QR Code), specifying the product's commercial code.

Alternatively, contact our Client After-sales Service.

CONTACTING OUR AFTER-SALES SERVICE

You can find our contact details in the warranty manual. When

contacting our Client After-sales Service, please state the codes provided on your product's identification plate.