User manual SMEG ALFA143GHK

[. . . ] KEEP CHILDREN AT A SAFE DISTANCE AND NEVER ALLOW THEM TO PLAY WITH IT. THE HARDNESS OF THE WATER USED FOR STEAM COOKING MUST NOT EXCEED 10-11°F. USE TAP-WATER TREATED WITH A PURIFIER/SOFTENER SYSTEM. ALFA 200XE: THE OVEN'S SIZE IS CALCULATED FOR A MAXIMUM LOAD OF 15 KG. ALFA 135VE: THE OVEN'S SIZE IS CALCULATED FOR A MAXIMUM LOAD OF 7 KG. [. . . ] If a permanent connection to the elctrical mains is used, the appliance's power supply line must be fitted with an omnipolar breaking device with contact breaking gap of at least 3 mm, located in an easily accessible position close to the appliance itself. The power supply socket on the rear of the oven must only be used to power the extractor hood supplied as an optional accessory, having maximum power absorption of 300W. 23 Instructions for the Installer 2. 2 Safety thermostat The oven is fitted with a safety device tripped in case of a serious malfunction. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury or damage caused by failure to comply with the above regulations or deriving from tampering with even just one part of the appliance. 2. 3 Levelling Level the oven by means of its four adjustable feet. The adjuster screw travel is 10 mm. 2. 4 Connection to the water supply Connect the water inlet connection on the rear to a water supply outlet having ¾ gas threaded connection, taking care to screw tightly to the hose. If the water supply pipe is new or has been unused for a long time, before making the connection turn the water on and allow it to flow out to ensure that it is clear and free from impurities. Alfa 200XE) The top of the oven is fitted with a pipe which vents the steam produced during cooking. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS STOP BUTTON Use this button to set the time when turning on the appliance for the first time or after a power failure, scroll through preset programs and terminate cooking cycles. START BUTTON Use this button to set the time when turning on the appliance for the first time or after a power failure, scroll through preset programs and start cooking cycles. DISPLAY Displays the current time, the selected program, the cooking parameters of the selected program and (for 90 cm models only) the operating power. PROGRAM SELECTION KNOB Turn this knob to set the cooking cycle with a preset program. STEAM VENTING CONTROL KNOB This two-setting knob allows the steam formed during the cooking of foods to be vented while cooking is in progress. The venting levels are from 0 to 1 and all the intermediate positions between these settings can be used. USING THE OVEN 4. 1 Precautions and General Advice When the oven is used for the first time, it should be heated to 200°C for long enough to burn off any oily residues left by the manufacturing process. If you have to carry out any procedures on foods, leave the door open for as short a time as possible to ensure the temperature inside the oven does not drop far enough to impair cooking results. To avoid unpleasant contact with any steam inside the oven, open the door in two stages: hold it half-open (about 5 cm) for 4-5 seconds, then open it completely. 4. 2 Inside lights The inside lights are turned on by turning the thermostat knob. 4. 3 Preheating When the oven is cold, set a preheating temperature of no more than 200°C. ­ although this is not recommended in terms of cooking quality, the program can be started even before the preheating temperature is reached by keeping START pressed for a few seconds. During cooking, the display shows the time left until the end of the cooking process, the temperature set, the number of humidification cycles set (if any) and the number of the program being used, in alternation. While cooking is in progress only, water can be delivered to the cooking chamber by operating the intake valve in manual mode. During the last minute of cooking, the display will only show the countdown from 60 to zero seconds (end of cooking time). When all the cooking time has passed, a beep and the flashing message "End" will indicate that cooking is over. Once a cooking operation has finished, the user can extend the cooking time exactly as required in manual mode, as follows. From now on, each pressure on the START key corresponds to one more minute's cooking; up to 10 extra minutes are permitted. After these additional minutes, the program repeats the cooking end procedure described above and word "End" will flash for 20 minutes, during which time the temperature will gradually fall, stabilising at 100°C for cooking processes at 100°C or above, or at the program temperature for cooking operations at below 100°C. After 20 minutes, the oven switches off. 29 Instructions for the User N. B. ­ When the cooking process is over, to repeat the same program do not turn the knob and press START again. 4. 11 Rapid cooling The oven has a special function which allows its interior to be cooled quickly. To activate this function, turn the function selector to "0", open the door and press the START key for at least 2 seconds. [. . . ] Instructions for use: pour the product onto a damp cloth and wipe over the surface, then rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or chamois leather. Never use metal scouring pads or sharp scrapers which will damage the surface. Use ordinary non-abrasive products for steel, with the aid of wooden or plastic utensils if necessary. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or chamois leather. 33 Instructions for the User 5. 2 Cleaning the inside of the oven To keep the oven in good condition, it must be cleaned regularly at the end of each day, after allowing it to cool. 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