Electrolux COMPETENCE 5212 BU, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...COMPETENCE 5212 BU Build Under Double Oven Operating Instructions 27 ...

Page 2: ... doors using the handles until fully open Never leave the appliance unattended when the oven door is open Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the oven They may explode if they are heated Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF position when not in use Do not stand on the appliance or on the open oven doors Do not hang towels dishcloths or clothes from the appliance or its handles They...

Page 3: ...e 27 Hints and Tips 27 The Main Fan Oven 29 Uses of The Fan Oven 29 How To Use the Fan Oven 29 Things to Note 29 To Fit the Main Oven Shelves 30 Hints and Tips 30 The Conventional Oven 31 Uses of the Conventional Oven 31 How to Use the Conventional Oven 31 Things to Note 31 Hints and Tips 32 Main Oven Cooking Chart 33 Pizza Function 34 Uses of Pizza Function 34 How to Use Pizza Function 34 Things ...

Page 4: ... Cabinet for Fitting Oven 56 How to Finish Unpacking 57 To Remove Cover of Mains Terminal 58 Connecting to the Mains Terminal 59 Checking Electrical Connections 60 Connecting to a Hob or Cooker Point 60 Fitting Into The Space Between Cabinets 61 Please read the whole instruction book before using the appliance To help you the following symbols will be found in the text To help you the following sy...

Page 5: ...ical for mid week use because of its size The Multifunction main oven is the larger of the two ovens It comprises of a number of different cooking functions The Multifunction oven can be automatically controlled by the electronic timer WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE Top Oven Dual Grill Electronic Timer Control Knob Control Panel Multifunction Main Oven 5 ...

Page 6: ...tor Indicator Neon Top Oven Dual Grill Control Fan Selector button for Top Oven Main Oven Temperature Control Multifunction Selector Oven Light Thermal Grilling Speedcook Defrost Pizza Function Conventional Oven Fan Oven Top Oven Indicator Neon Main Oven Indicator Neon 6 ...

Page 7: ...erature It may not switch in at all at lower temperature settings nor run on where the grill or oven has only been used for a short time FAN SELECTOR INDICATOR NEON The Fan Selector neon operates when the Fan Selector button is pushed out The Selector neon will illuminate with all Top oven functions except the conventional oven The oven control surrounds will illuminate and cycle on and off during...

Page 8: ...th and hot soapy water and wash the grill and oven furniture before use We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 15 minutes at 220 C to burn off any residue from their surfaces The procedure should be repeated with the grill for approximately 5 10 minutes During this period an odour may be emitted it is therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation CONDENSATION AND STEAM When food i...

Page 9: ...the fan at the back of the oven Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm 12 x 14 as they will restrict the circulation of heat and may affect performance Advice on the effect of different materials and finishes of bakeware is given in Hints and Tips in the appropriate oven section 9 ...

Page 10: ...e 1 grill pan 1 grill pan handle 1 grill pan grid 1 meat tin 2 shelves for grilling and Top oven cooking 2 shelves for main oven cooking Scuffing of the Stayclean panel s by the oven furniture pack may occur during transit These marks will disappear after the oven has been used for the first time 10 ...

Page 11: ... separately 2 HOW TO SET THE COUNTDOWN The Countdown gives an audible reminder at the end of any period of cooking This cooking period may be up to 2 hrs 30 mins It is not part of the automatic control To set press the Selector Control button until the Countdown indicator is illuminated the display reads 0 00 as Fig 3 To set the correct time duration depress the increase control until the display ...

Page 12: ...uired length of cooking time is displayed e g 2 hrs 15 mins as Fig 7 If necessary depress the decrease control until the correct time interval is achieved The maximum cooking time is 10 hours iv Release the buttons The Cook Time indicator will be illuminated Remember this must be completed within 5 seconds of first pressing the Selector Control button v To set the End Time Press the Selector Contr...

Page 13: ...ook Time indicator will illuminate and the time of day will be displayed after 5 seconds v Set the oven temperature The oven indicator neon should be ON vi To check the End Time during the cooking period simply press the Selector Control button once and the remaining time will be displayed as Fig 11 4 TO CANCEL AN AUTOMATIC PROGRAMME i To cancel an automatic programme press the Selector Control bu...

Page 14: ...et itself to zero and all programming will be cancelled 7 AUTOMATIC COOKING It is advisable to leave food in the oven for as short a time as possible before automatic cooking Always ensure commercially prepared food is well within its use by date and that home prepared food is fresh and of good quality When cooking is complete do not leave food to stand in the oven but remove and cool it quickly i...

Page 15: ... setting is for the centre section of the grill only This section operates at full power THINGS TO NOTE The cooling fan for the controls will operate as soon as the grill control is turned For more information on the operation of the cooling fan turn to page 7 The outer section of the grill element may appear to glow brighter than the inner section This is quite normal The control knob surround wi...

Page 16: ...r the front bar of the shelf To check the progress of the food being grilled the grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to food during cooking HINTS AND TIPS Most foods should be placed on the grilling grid in the grill pan This allows maximum circulation of air by raising the food out of fats and juices Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses...

Page 17: ...g to minimise splashing Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or melted butter to keep them moist during cooking Accompaniments such as tomatoes and mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid when grilling meats The food should be turned over during cooking as required The grill door must be left open when grilling For convenience the grill door can be left ajar Preheat the grill on...

Page 18: ...15 20 each side 7 10 each side 10 15 each side 8 12 each side 4 6 each side 10 15 each side 4 6 each side 8 10 each side 5 10 each side 10 15 turn as required 3 6 each side 6 8 each side 7 10 each side 3 5 mins 5 5 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3 High Low High Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low Low The chart below gives recommended cooking times and shelf positions Remember that these are a g...

Page 19: ... top oven indicator neon will illuminate It will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The cooling fan for the controls will operate after a time See page 7 for more information on the operation of the cooling fan The oven light will illuminate TO FIT THE TOP OVEN SHELVES There are 5 shelf positions in the Top oven Shelf positions are counted from the bott...

Page 20: ...nterchange food during cooking Where a larger quantity of food is to be cooked we recommend you use the main oven Place dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base and to help reduce cleaning The material and finish of the baking tray and dishes will affect the degree of base browning of the food Enamelware dark heavy or non stick utensils increase ba...

Page 21: ...indicator neon will illuminate It will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The cooling fan for the controls will operate after a short time It may run on after the controls are switched off until the appliance has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan The oven light will illuminate TO FIT THE TOP OVEN SHELF There are 5 sh...

Page 22: ... the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to prevent spillage onto the base of the oven and make cleaning easier Single level cooking gives best results If you require more than one level of cooking use the fan assisted function or main fan oven Because of the smaller cooking space and lower temperature shorter cooking times are sometimes required Be guided by ...

Page 23: ...e Tarts Flans Roast Meat Poultry Scones Shepherds Pie Soufflés Vegetables Baked Jacket Potatoes Roast Potatoes Yorkshire Puddings large individual 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 170 190 210 220 210 220 180 190 180 190 180 190 160 170 140 150 150 160 80 100 180 190 140 150 160 170 150 160 140 160 Refer to Packaging 170 190 200 210 190 200 140 150 190 200 190...

Page 24: ...with conventional grilling One of the advantages is that larger quantities can be cooked at the same time A general guide to cooking times is given on page 26 but these times may vary slightly depending on the thickness and quantity of food being cooked HOW TO THERMAL GRILL 1 Press out the Fan Selector button 2 Push out and turn the Top oven Dual Grill control past the maximum oven setting to the ...

Page 25: ...l grilling The cooling fan for the controls will come on when the grill control is turned It may run on after the controls are switched off until the appliance has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan HINTS AND TIPS Prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during coo...

Page 26: ...rchange the food on the shelves during cooking With the exception of toast and rare steak you can thermal grill all foods normally grilled by conventional methods THERMAL GRILLING CHART 5 4 3 2 1 FOOD SHELF GRILL SETTING TIME mins in total Bacon Rashers Beefburgers Chicken Joints Chops Lamb Pork Fish Whole Trout Mackerel Fillets Plaice Cod Kebabs Kidneys Lamb Pig Liver Lamb Pig Sausages Steaks Med...

Page 27: ...e top oven indicator neon may illuminate It may turn on and off during defrosting HINTS AND TIPS Place the frozen food in a single layer where possible and turn it over half way through the defrosting process The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by room temperature On warm days defrosting will be faster than on cooler days It is preferable to thaw fish meat and poultry slowly in the fridge...

Page 28: ... immediately or store cooked food in the fridge once it has cooled Care must always be taken when handling foods in the home Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene to prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination when defrosting preparing cooking cooling and freezing foods This is particularly important if the main oven is in use or is warm as the temperature in the Top oven will be high...

Page 29: ... on page 33 until you are familiar with the lower temperatures associated with Fan oven cooking As a guide reduce temperatures by 20 C 25 C for your own recipes BATCH BAKING The fan oven cooks evenly on all shelf levels especially useful when batch baking HOW TO USE THE FAN OVEN 1 Push out and turn the Selector to Fan oven 2 Push out and turn the main oven temperature control to the required setti...

Page 30: ...will allow the heat to circulate freely for the best cooking results It is recommended that when baking larger quantities the shelf positions should be evenly spaced to suit the load being cooked A slight increase in cooking time may be necessary The use of excessively high temperatures can cause uneven browning It may be necessary to reduce temperatures slightly Refer to the recommendations given...

Page 31: ... control to the required setting THINGS TO NOTE The control surrounds will illuminate The oven indicator neon will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The internal oven light operates when the Selector is set If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven light will come on when the cook time begins The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a...

Page 32: ...re dark heavy or non stick utensils increase base browning while oven glassware shiny aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the heat away and give less base browning Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to prevent spillage onto the base of the oven and make cleaning easier Single level cooking gives best results If you w...

Page 33: ...Quiche Tarts Flans Roast Meat Poultry Scones Shepherds Pie Soufflés Vegetables Baked Jacket Potatoes Roast Potatoes Yorkshire Puddings Large Individual Shelf positions are not critical but ensure that oven shelves are evenly spaced when more than one is used 160 190 210 220 210 220 160 170 160 170 160 170 140 150 140 150 130 140 140 150 90 100 170 180 140 150 140 150 140 150 160 180 Refer to Packa...

Page 34: ...etails on the cooling fan If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven light will come on when the cook time begins HINTS AND TIPS Single level cooking using the middle shelf position gives best results Ensure that food is placed centrally on the shelf for maximum air circulation Be guided by the cook times and temperatures given on the packaging Some pizzas should be cooked directly on the o...

Page 35: ... oven fan and internal oven light will operate The Selector control surround will illuminate The oven indicator neon may illuminate and turn on and off during defrosting HINTS AND TIPS Place the frozen food in a single layer where possible and turn it over half way through the defrosting process The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by room temperature On warm days defrosting will be faster...

Page 36: ... must be thawed thoroughly before cooking Always cook thoroughly immediately after thawing DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it is defrosted Cook raw food immediately or store cooked food in the fridge once it has cooled Care must always be taken when handling foods in the home Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene to prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination when defrostin...

Page 37: ...ng 3 If using Speedcook to preheat the oven only when the indicator neon turns off turn the selector to the required function THINGS TO NOTE The control surrounds will illuminate The oven indicator neon will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained The internal oven light operates when the Selector is set If an automatic cooking programme is set the oven ligh...

Page 38: ... where crispness is required The material and finish of the baking trays and dishes used will affect base browning Enamelware dark heavy or non stick utensils increase base browning while oven glassware shiny aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the heat away and give less base browning Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure even browning Stand dishes on suitably sized baking tr...

Page 39: ...a little longer to cook when thermal grilling compared with conventional grilling One of the advantages is that larger quantities can be cooked at the same time A general guide to cooking times is given on page 41 but these times may vary slightly depending on the thickness and quantity of food being cooked HOW TO THERMAL GRILL 1 Push out and turn the Selector to Thermal Grill 2 Push out and turn ...

Page 40: ...e controls are switched off until the appliance has cooled See page 7 for more details on the operation of the cooling fan HINTS AND TIPS Prepare foods in the same way as for conventional grilling Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist during cooking Most food should be placed on the grill pan grid in the high position in the grill pan to allow maximum cir...

Page 41: ...able adjustments during cooking to suit individual requirements If thermal grilling on more than one level it may be necessary to interchange the food on the shelves during cooking THERMAL GRILLING CHART FOOD SHELF TEMP C TIME MINS IN TOTAL Bacon Rashers Beefburgers Chicken Joints Chops Lamb Pork Fish Whole Trout Mackerel Fillets Plaice Cod Kebabs Kidneys Lamb Pig Liver Lamb Pig Sausages Steaks Me...

Page 42: ...ff immediately Stainless Steel cream cleaners are abrasive and should be avoided as they may dull the surface finish To prevent streaking on stainless steel models finish with a soft cloth CLEANING THE OUTER AND INNER DOOR GLASS PANELS The outer oven door glass panels are removable for cleaning CARE AND CLEANING Before cleaning the appliance always allow the cooling fan for the controls to cool th...

Page 43: ...or glass be heavily soiled it is recommended that soapy water with a high concentration of soap is used To prevent streaking a glass cleaning spray may be applied and the glass polished with a soft cloth Ensure that all parts are well rinsed and thoroughly dry before attempting to replace the outer door glass 6 DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials or scourers on the outside of the appliance as d...

Page 44: ...g the oven door TO CLEAN THE INNER GLASS DOOR The inner glass door is not removable Clean using hot soapy water or Hob Brite and a soft cloth DO NOT use abrasives as they may damage the glass or seal CLEANING THE GRILL OVEN COMPARTMENTS The oven tops sides and back panels are coated with a Stayclean finish The Stayclean areas in the ovens should not be cleaned manually See Care of Stayclean Surfac...

Page 45: ...1 Remove oven shelves and bakeware from oven 2 Push out the Fan Selector button 3 Push out and turn the top oven temperature control to 220 C and allow the oven to run for an hour or so THE OVEN CLEANING CYCLE MAIN OVEN 1 Remove oven shelves and bakeware from oven 2 Push out and turn the Selector to Fan function 3 Push out and turn the main oven temperature control to 220 C and allow the oven to r...

Page 46: ...temperatures for an increased length of time you will save energy and often the joint is more tender Use minimal if any extra oil or fat when roasting meat potatoes only require brushing with fat before cooking Extra fat in the oven during roasting will increase splashing and soilage It is not necessary to add water to a meat tin when roasting The water and the fat juices from the joint create exc...

Page 47: ...rniture from the oven 2 Hold the wirework at the bottom unclip from the cavity side and gently pull towards the centre of the oven 3 Support the side panel at the bottom 4 Unhook the runner and side panel at the top and remove them from the cavity 5 To replace ensure the side panel is assembled onto the wirework runner before hooking it back into the oven CLEANING THE SHELVES WIREWORK RUNNERS AND ...

Page 48: ...Instructions on how to remove the wirework runners are given on page 47 3 Pull the glass bulb cover towards you and then pull it off If necessary use a screwdriver to carefully lever off the cover taking care not to damage the oven cavity 4 Unscrew the bulb by turning it to the left 5 Fit a new bulb and then replace the glass bulb cover 6 Refit the wirework runners side panels and replace the oven...

Page 49: ... for a long period of time Check that only the Grill control has been turned If the Top Oven control has been turned it will override the grill Ensure that the grill door is open when grilling Leave the grill door open and allow the grill to cool After a couple of hours check that the grill works as normal Ensure the cooling fan is running when the grill is on If the cooling fan fails the grill wi...

Page 50: ...ime begins The oven fan is noisy Check that the oven is level Check that shelves and bakeware are not vibrating in contact with the oven back panel The oven temperature is too high or low Check that the recommended temperatures and shelf positions are being used See pages 23 and 33 Be prepared to adjust the temperature up or down by 10 C to achieve the results you want 50 ...

Page 51: ...need to give the following details 1 Your name address and post code 2 Your telephone number 3 Clear and concise details of the fault 4 The model and serial number of the appliance found on the rating plate 5 The purchase date Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls 51 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For gener...

Page 52: ...uarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the property of AEG 6 The Purchaser s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications The guarantee starts from the date you ...

Page 53: ...ght 720 mm Width 593 mm Depth 585 mm excluding handles and knobs Cannot be used at the same time as the grill element INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TECHNICAL DETAILS This appliance complies with European Council Directive 73 23 EEC EMC Directive 89 336 EEC CE Marking Directive 93 68 EEC 53 Equipment according to IEC61000 3 4 provided R sec min 33 as verified by the supply authority ...

Page 54: ...or Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models where applicable Do not alter the electrical circuitry of this appliance CHOICE OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The appliance should be operated using at least 6mm twin core and earth PVC insulated multicore cable Please choose from the most appropriate after reading the descriptions By connecting the appliance to a coo...

Page 55: ... BS EN60 335 This appliance must not be installed on a wooden base board Enquiries regarding the installation of the cooker point if required should be made to your Regional Electricity Company to ensure compliance with their regulations The cooker point should be within 2m of the appliance to make it accessible to switch off the appliance in case of an emergency To protect the hands wear gloves w...

Page 56: ... modified so that the recommended dimension of at least 600 605mm is maintained The adjacent cabinets must be stable and firmly secured to the wall or floor If necessary make arrangements to ensure the work surface below which the oven will rest is level Drill two pilot screw holes into the sides of the adjacent cabinets in the positions indicated by Fig 5 Fit the appliance mounting brackets using...

Page 57: ...ace in which it will be installed See Fig 8 Remove the appliance packing except for bottom tray which should be left in position until the appliance is ready to be fitted into its cabinet Ensure the owner is given these operating instructions NOTE It is imperative that the appliance is left in the base to protect both the appliance and the floor Fig 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Important Switch off...

Page 58: ...ss to terminal block First remove retaining screw with pozidrive screwdriver See Fig 9 Prise cover loose using screwdriver in position 1 then lever off with screwdriver in position 2 at either side See Fig 10 Lift cover and remove screw from cable clamp See Fig 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Fig 9 Fig 10 Fig 11 58 ...

Page 59: ...here uninsulated Earth wires are used ensure they are suitably sheathed to leave 10mm bare wire to fit into the terminal Clamp bare wires into the relevant terminal and check they are held by tugging each one in turn Clamp the mains cable securely ensuring 5mm of the outer insulation is inside the terminal block and that the wires are not taught but not so slack as to cause any fouling See Fig 12 ...

Page 60: ... POINT Either follow in general terms the instructions for connecting to the terminal block or refer to the hob suppliers installation instructions NOTE HOUSE CIRCUIT Earth leakage continuity tests must be carried out before the appliance is connected to the mains supply and re checked after fitting INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Feed the cable through the cabinet and arrange to route the cable away fr...

Page 61: ...ide of the appliance Raise the appliance to the correct height Rest the rear underside of the appliance on the mounting brackets while your hands support the front The appliance can be pushed fully into the space Take care to avoid fouling the mains lead Ensure the appliance is central and level When the appliance is fully housed screw the stability screws supplied with the appliance into the unde...

Page 62: ...o position using the screws supplied with the appliance Failure to do this may cause damage to the underside of the work surface Replace the plinth board Switch on the appliance and refer the user to the operating instructions Fig 16 Fig 15 TOP OVEN DOOR HEAT SHIELD LEVEL WITH FRONT EDGE OF WORK TOP WORK TOP AEG5212 311435410 62 ...

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Page 64: ...and specifications without prior notice This instruction booklet is accurate at the date of printing but will be superseded if specifications or appearance are changed AEG DOMESTIC APPLIANCES 55 77 HIGH STREET SLOUGH BERKSHIRE SL1 1DZ TELEPHONE 0870 5 350350 http www aeg co uk Part Number 311435410 Electrolux plc 2002 ...