Whirlpool AKP 161/01/IX User guide
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Whirlpool AKP 161/01/IX is a built-in electric oven designed for cooking various dishes. It features multiple heating functions, including grilling, baking, and roasting, allowing you to prepare a wide range of meals. The oven has a spacious 71-liter capacity, accommodating large dishes and family-sized meals. It comes equipped with several accessories, including a baking tray, grill, and telescopic rails, enhancing convenience and functionality. The oven's intuitive controls and clear display make it easy to set cooking programs and monitor the progress of your dishes.
Whirlpool AKP 161/01/IX is a built-in electric oven designed for cooking various dishes. It features multiple heating functions, including grilling, baking, and roasting, allowing you to prepare a wide range of meals. The oven has a spacious 71-liter capacity, accommodating large dishes and family-sized meals. It comes equipped with several accessories, including a baking tray, grill, and telescopic rails, enhancing convenience and functionality. The oven's intuitive controls and clear display make it easy to set cooking programs and monitor the progress of your dishes.
User and maintenance manual
AKP 161/01IX
AKZ 162/01/IX
AKZ 517/01/IX
GB1
YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS VERY IMPORTANT
This manual and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be read and observed at all times.
All safety warnings give specific details of the potential risk present and indicate how to reduce risk of injury, damage and
electric shock resulting from improper use of the appliance. Carefully observe the following instructions:
- The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any installation work.
- Installation and maintenance must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and local safety regulations. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated
in the user manual.
- Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.
- The power cable must be long enough for connecting the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the power supply
socket.
- For installation to comply with current safety regulations, an all-pole disconnect switch with minimum contact gap
of 3 mm must be utilized.
- Do not use multiple plug adapters or extension leads.
- Do not pull the power supply cable in order to unplug the appliance.
- The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation.
- Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot.
- This appliance is designed solely for use as a domestic appliance for cooking food. No other type of use is permitted
(e.g.: heating rooms). The Manufacturer declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the
controls.
- The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with any physical, sensory or mental
impairment, or without experience and knowledge of the appliance, unless supervised or previously instructed in its
use by those responsible for their safety.
- The accessible parts of the appliance may become very hot during use. Young children should be kept away from
the appliance and supervised to ensure that they do not play with it.
- During and after use, do not touch the heating elements or interior surfaces of the appliance - risk of burns. Do not
allow the appliance to come into contact with cloths or other flammable materials until all the components have
cooled sufficiently.
- At the end of cooking, exercise caution when opening the appliance door, letting the hot air or steam exit gradually
before accessing the oven. When the appliance door is shut, hot air is vented from the aperture above the control
panel. Do not obstruct the vent apertures.
- Use oven gloves to remove pans and accessories, taking care not to touch the heating elements.
- Do not place flammable materials in or near the appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is inadvertently
switched on.
- Do not heat or cook sealed jars or containers in the appliance. The pressure that builds up inside might cause the jar
to explode, damaging the appliance.
- Do not use containers made of synthetic materials.
- Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Always remain vigilant when cooking foods rich in fat and oil.
- Never leave the appliance unattended during food drying.
- If alcoholic beverages are used when cooking foods (e.g. rum, cognac, wine), remember that alcohol evaporates at
high temperatures. As a result, there is a risk that vapours released by the alcohol may catch fire upon coming into
contact with the electrical heating element.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This is the danger symbol, pertaining to safety, which alerts users to potential risks to themselves and others.
All safety warnings are preceded by the danger symbol and the following terms:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could cause serious injury.
GB2
Scrapping of household appliances
- This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste
disposal regulations. Before scrapping, cut off the power supply cable.
- For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your
competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance.
After unpacking the oven, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport and that the oven door closes properly.
In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. To prevent any damage, only remove the
oven from its polystyrene foam base at the time of installation.
PREPARING THE HOUSING UNIT
• Kitchen units in contact with the oven must be heat resistant (min 90°C).
• Carry out all cabinet cutting work before fitting the oven in the housing and carefully remove all wood chips and
sawdust.
• After installation, the bottom of the oven must no longer be accessible.
• For correct appliance operation, do not obstruct the minimum gap between the worktop and the upper edge of the
oven.
Important: any adjustments, maintenance, etc. must be executed with the oven disconnected from electricity.
To guarantee proper operation of the built-in appliance, the furniture unit must have suitable characteristics:
- the panels adjacent to the oven must be constructed in heat resistant materials;
- in the case of veneered wood furniture units, the glue must be heat resistant to temperatures up to 100°C;
Before installing the oven into the furniture, it is necessary to assemble the lower profile “drip-catcher” (included in the
packaging). This “drip-catcher” must be attached to the lower part using the 3 screws supplied (please see the next
drawing).
The oven must be located in a standard opening of 600mm, as shown in the following drawing. When inserting the oven,
it is absolutely necessary to provide adequate ventilation by making suitable openings, as shown in the drawing. The oven
is secured to the furniture unit by four “A” screws located in the holes of the frame.
Make sure not to lift the oven by its door when inserting it; furthermore, do not place excessive pressure on the door when
it is open.
Note: if no opening has been anticipated in the upper part of the column furniture, make a hole which is 500 mm wide and
85-90 mm high in the lower part of the column.
INSTALLATION
GB3
INSTALLATION SCHEME
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Make sure the power voltage specified on the appliance dataplate is the same as the mains voltage. The dataplate is on the
front edge of the oven (visible when the door is open).
1. Open the terminal board by placing a screwdriver under the side flaps on the cover, pull and then open the cover
(see the drawings above).
2. Install the power supply cable, unscrew the screws on the cable grip and the three screws on contacts L-N- and then
attach the wires under the screw heads respecting the colours: Blue (N), Brown (L), Green-Yellow (Earth).
WARNING
These operations must be carried out by a qualified technician.
880 - 882
500 min
85 - 90
500 min
85 - 9
0
562 - 565
500 min
885
870
830
22
544
598
553
4
3
5
2
1
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3. Attach the cable to the appropriate cable holder.
4. Close the terminal board cover.
The cable must not be bent or compressed, and has to be periodically checked and only replaced by authorized technicians.
Attaching the power supply cable to the mains
For direct connection to the mains power, it is necessary to use a device that ensures that the mains power is disconnected,
with a distance between contacts that allows complete disconnection in compliance with surge category III and installation
regulations.
Assemble a standard plug for the capacity indicated on the features type plate.
If the oven has a direct connection to the mains electricity supply, it is necessary to install an omnipolar switch between the
appliance and mains power with a minimum opening between the contacts of 3 mm dimensioned for the indicated
capacity and in compliance with currently enforced regulations (the switch must not interrupt the ground cable).
The power supply cable must be positioned in such a way that it does not exceed the room temperature by 50°C at any
point.
The installer is responsible for correctly hooking-up the electricity connection and adherence to safety regulations.
Before proceeding with any operation, make sure that:
- the socket has a ground connection and complies with legal regulations;
- the socket is able to withstand the oven's maximum power capacity indicated on the features type plate (see below);
- The power supply voltage is within the values listed in the electrical characteristics label (see below);
- the socket is compatible with the appliance plug.
- If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug. Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.
Once the appliance is installed, the electrical cable and the electrical power socket must be easy to reach.
The cable must not be bent or compressed, and has to be periodically checked and only replaced by authorized technicians.
Replacement of the power cable
If the power cable needs to be replaced, use cables of the following type only:
-H05 RR-F,
which is suitable for the operating capacity and temperature.
The green-yellow ground cable must be longer than the other two conductors by approximately 2 cm.
• Power cable replacement must be carried out by a qualified electrician. Contact an authorized service centre.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Before use:
- Remove cardboard protection pieces, protective film and adhesive labels from accessories.
- Remove the accessories from the oven and heat it at 200° for about an hour to eliminate the smell and fumes from
the insulating materials and protective grease.
During use:
- Do not place heavy objects on the door as they could damage it.
- Do not cling to the door or hang anything from the handle.
- Do not cover the inside of the oven with aluminium foil.
- Never pour water into the inside of a hot oven; this could damage the enamel coating.
- Never drag pots or pans across the bottom of the oven as this could damage the enamel coating.
- Make sure that the electrical cables of other appliances do not touch hot parts of the oven or become trapped in the
door.
- Do not expose the oven to atmospheric agents.
WARNING
These operations must be carried out by a qualified technician.
WARNING
These operations must be carried out by a qualified technician.
GB5
Disposal of packing material
The packing material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ( ). The various parts of the packing must
therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.
Scrapping the product
- This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
- By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
- The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as
domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
Energy saving
- Only pre-heat the oven if specified in the cooking table or your recipe.
- Use dark lacquered or enamelled baking moulds as they absorb heat far better.
- Switch the oven off 10/15 minutes before the set cooking time. Food requiring prolonged cooking will continue to
cook even once the oven is switched off.
- This oven, which is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs, complies with European Regulation ( ) n.1935/
2004 and has been designed, manufactured and sold in conformity with the safety requirements of the “Low Voltage”
directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments), the protection requirements of “EMC”
2004/108/CE.
The oven does not work:
• Check for the presence of mains electrical power and if the oven is connected to the electrical supply.
• Turn off the oven and restart it to see if the fault persists.
Before calling the After-Sales Service:
1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the suggestions given in the “Troubleshooting guide”.
2. Switch the appliance off and back on again it to see if the fault persists.
If after the above checks the fault still occurs, get in touch with the nearest After-sales Service.
Always specify:
• a brief description of the fault;
• the type and exact model of the oven;
• the service number (number after the word Service on the rating plate), located on the right hand edge of the oven
cavity (visible when the oven door is open). The service number is also indicated on the guarantee booklet;
• your full address;
• your telephone number.
If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised After-sales Service (to guarantee that original spare parts will be
used and repairs carried out correctly).
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
GB6
Oven exterior
IMPORTANT: do not use corrosive or abrasive detergents. If any of these products accidentally comes into contact
with the appliance, clean immediately with a damp cloth.
• Clean the surfaces with a damp cloth. If it is very dirty, add a few drops of washing up detergent to the water. Finish
off with a dry cloth.
Oven interior
IMPORTANT: do not use abrasive sponges or metallic scrapers or scourers. Over time, these can ruin enamelled
surfaces and the oven door glass.
• After every use, allow the oven to cool then clean it preferably while it is still warm in order to remove built-up dirt
and stains caused by food residues (e.g. food with a high sugar content).
• Use proprietary oven detergents and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to the letter.
• Clean the door glass with a suitable liquid detergent. The oven door can be removed to facilitate cleaning (see
MAINTENANCE).
N.B.: during prolonged cooking of foods with a high water content (e.g. pizza, vegetables, etc.) condensation may
form on the inside of the door and around the seal. When the oven is cold, dry the inside of the door with a cloth or
sponge.
Accessories:
• Soak the accessories in water with washing up detergent immediately after use, handling them with oven gloves if
still hot.
• Food residues can be easily removed using a brush or sponge.
CLEANING
WARNING
- Never use steam cleaning equipment.
- Only clean the oven when it is cool to the touch.
- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
GB7
REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR
There may be one of two door types:
1. door with internai glass panel (Please see the photo to follow)
2. door with vertical frame. (Please see the photo to follow).
For both types, it is possible to remove the door by operating on the hinges in the following way:
The hinges A, have two moving levers B.
If lever B is raised, the hinge comes out of its housing.
In this case, the door can be lifted upwards and taken off by making it slide outwards; in order to carry out this operation,
take hold of the door at the sides near to the hinges. In order to reinstall the door, first, put the hinges back into their
housing.
Before closing the door, do not forget to re-position the two moving levers, B, that are used for fastening the hinges.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
- Use protective gloves.
- Ensure the oven is cold before carrying out the following operations.
- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
AB AB
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REMOVING THE SIDE RACKS
Remove, one at a time, the side racks from their mounting holes (A).
HOW TO REFIT THE SIDE RACKS
Insert the racks one at a time. Pay attention to the groove on the racks. they must be correctly inserted in their holes inside
the oven.
HOW TO REPLACE THE OVEN LIGHT BULB
There are two types of bulbs: round or rectangular, both having the following characteristics:
Power: 25 W; Base type: E-14; Maximum operating temperature: 300°C.
Replacing the round bulb
Replacing the rectangular bulb
Top oven Lower oven
Unpiug the appliance from the electrical power supply. Check that the oven is at room
temperature, otherwise wait for it to cool.
Remove the protective cover A by unscrewing it in a anticlockwise direction.
Remove the bulb B by turning it in an anticlockwise direction.
After having replaced the bulb, reassemble protective cover A.
Unpiug the appliance from the electrical power supply. Check that the oven is at
room temperature, otherwise wait for it to cool. Remove the side rack. Remove the
glass C using a screwdriver E. Remove the bulb D by turning it in a anticlockwise
direction. After having replaced the bulb, reassemble the protective cover C. Insert
the side rack.
N.B.: the lamps used in this appliance are 'special purpose lamps' intended only for
the usage with this appliance; they are not intended for household room
illumination.
IMPORTANT: do not use the oven until the lamp cover has been repositioned.
A
A
AB
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FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, SEE THE PARAGRAPH ON INSTALLATION
Top Oven
1. Control panel
2. Top oven cooling fan* (not visible)
3. Top oven light
4. Top oven grill heating element
5. Top oven bottom heating element (not visible)
6. Top oven door hinges
7. Top oven door
Lower Oven
8. Lower oven cooling fan
9. Lower oven light
10. Lower oven round heating element (not visible)
11. Cavity fan (not visible)
12. Lower oven door hinges
13. Lower oven cool door
* N.B.: the lower oven cooling fan switches on only when the oven has reached a certain temperature. The top oven cooling
fan start immediately. After the oven switches off, the cooling fans may, however, continue to run for a certain time to
ensure proper cooling.
ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED
A. WIRE SHELF (3): the wire shelf can be used to grill food or as a support for pans, cake tins and other ovenproof
cooking receptacles.
B. PAN SET (1): composed by an enamelled tray and a shelf.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OVEN USE
Fig. A Fig. B
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CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
1. Top oven thermostat light
2. Top oven thermostat
3. Top oven power supply light
4. Top oven cooking function switch
5. Electronic programmer
6. Lower oven cooking function switch
7. Lower oven power supply light
8. Lower oven thermostat
9. Lower oven thermostat light
ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMER
The electronic programmer is a device which groups together the following functions:
- 24 hours clock with illuminated display
- Timer (up to 23 hours and 59 min.)
- Program for automatic beginning and end of cooking
- Program for semi-automatic cooking (either start or finish only).
Description of keys
1. Timer
2. Cooking time
3. End of cooking time
4. manual position
5. Scrolling forward through ali the programme numbers
6. Scrolling backwards through ali the programme numbers
Description of lighted symbols
A. AUTO flashing:
programmer in automatic position but not programmed.
A. AUTO always lighted:
programmer in automatic position with inserted program.
B. Programmer switched on.
C. Timer in operation.
B. and A. both flashing: program error
2 51 3 7 94 6 8
A
B
C
1 2 3 4 5 6
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Digital clock
Clock numbers show hours (0-24) and minutes.
Upon immediate hooking up of the oven or after a blackout, three zeros will flash on the programmer panel. To set the hour
it is necessary to push simultaneously the 2 + 3 keys and AT THE SAME TIME to push the [+] key or [-] until you have set the
exact hour.
The regulation speed depends on the pressure exercised on the [+] [-] keys.
Manual cooking without using the programmer
To use the oven manually (without the programmer) it is necessary to delete the flashing AUTO by touching the 1 key.
If AUTO is still flashing (which means a cooking program is still memorized) it is necessary to delete the inserted cooking
program by pushing the 1 key until setting the clock on zero.
Automatic cooking (start and end)
1. Set the length of cooking time by touching the 2 key.
2. Set the end of cooking time by touching the 3 key.
3. Set temperature and cooking program by using the thermostat knob and the selector knob.
After this setting the symbol AUTO will flash, this means the oven has been programmed.
An example: cooking lasts 45 minutes and is expected to stop at 14.00.
- Push the 2 key until having set 0.45.
- Push the 3 key until having set 14.00.
Once having set this time, the clock hour will appear on the panel and AUTO symbol will flash permanently. This means the
cooking program has been memorized.
At 13.15 h. (14.00 h. minus 45 minutes) the oven turns on automatically. During cooking time the B. symbol and AUTO
symbol are flashing. At 14.00 h. the oven turns off automatically, a buzzer goes on until it is stopped by pushing the key 1.
Semi-automatic cooking
Setting the length of cooking time
Set the length of cooking time by pushing the 2 key. The oven will turn on immediately.
AUTO and B symbols will light. When the set cooking time has elapsed, the oven will turn off, a buzzer will ring until it is
stopped as above described.
Setting the end of cooking time
Set the end of cooking time by pushing the 3 key.
The oven will turn on immediately. AUTO and B will light. At the set time, the oven will turn off and a buzzer will ring until
it is stopped as above described. The cooking program may be seen at any moment by pushing the corresponding key.
The cooking program may be deleted at any moment by pushing the 2 key until zero appears on the display.
Then by pushing the 4 key the oven can work manually.
Timer = buzzer
The timer program consists only of a buzzer which may be set for a maximum period of 23 hours and 59 min.
To set the timer, push the 1 key and, at the same time, [+] or [-] until you read the desired time on the display.
After the setting, the clock hour and the C). symbol will appear.
The countdown will start immediately and may be seen at any moment on the display by simply pressing the 1 key.
At the end of the set time, the C symbol will turn off and the buzzer will ring until it is stopped by pressing the 1 key.
Please note:
An energy blackout makes the clock go to zero and deletes any set program.
After a blackout three zeros are flashing on the panel and the oven cannot be operated in this situation.
You need to press the 1 key to stop flashing: now you can set the clock and the oven is ready to use again.
GB12
TOP OVEN
LOWER OVEN
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION TABLE
FUNCTIONS KNOB
OFF To stop cooking and switch off the oven.
LAMP To switch the oven interior light on/off.
BOTTOM HEATING
ELEMENT
For slow cooking, e.g. meat or vegetable stews. This function can also be used to
finish cooking sweet or savoury foods with a very liquid consistency and to thicken
sauces.
CONVENTIONAL
To cook any kind of dish on one shelf only. Preheat the oven to the required
temperature. The thermostat led turns off when the oven is ready and food can be
placed in it.
GRILL
To grill steak, kebabs and sausages; to cook vegetables au gratin and toast bread.
When grilling meat, use the drip tray to collect the cooking juices. Position it on lower
shelf, adding approx. half a litre of water. Preheat the oven for 3 - 5 min. During
cooking the oven door must remain closed.
FUNCTIONS KNOB
FAN/
THERMOVENTILATED
To cook (without preheating) foods that require the same cooking temperature on
one or more shelves.
DEFROST
To speed up food defrosting. It is advisable to place food on the middle level. It is
advisable to leave the food in its packaging in order to prevent it from drying on the
outside
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COOKING TABLES
LOWER OVEN
Food Function Pre-
heating
Shelf (from
the bottom)
Temperature
(°C)
Cooking time
(min. approx.)
Accessories
Leavened cakes Yes 2 - 4 150 - 170 30 - 90
Level 4: cake tin on rack
Level 2: cake tin on drip
tray
Filled pies (cheesecake,
strudel, apple pie)
Yes
2 - 4 150 - 190 35 - 90
Level 4: cake tin on rack
Level 2: cake tin on drip
tray
Biscuits / Tartlets Yes 2 - 4 150 - 170 20 - 45
Level 4: cake tin on rack
Level 2: baking tray
Choux buns Yes 2 - 4 180 - 190 35 - 45
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray /
baking tray
Meringues Yes 2 - 4 100 130 - 150
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray /
baking tray
Bread / Pizza / Focaccia Yes 2 - 4 190 - 250 25 - 50
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray /
baking tray
Frozen pizza Yes 2 - 4 220 7 - 10
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray
Meat & potato pies
(vegetable pie, quiche
lorraine)
Yes
2 - 4 175 - 190 55 - 65
Level 4: cake tin on rack
Level 2: cake tin on drip
tray
Vols-au-vent / Puff pastry
savouries
Yes
2 - 4 175 - 200 25 - 45
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray
Lasagna & Meat Yes 2 - 4 200 50 - 100
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray
Meat & Potatoes Yes 2 - 4 200 45 - 100
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray
Fish & Vegetables Yes 2 - 4 175 30 - 50
Level 4: pan on rack
Level 2: drip-tray
GB14
N.B.: Cooking time is approximate. Food can be removed from the oven at different times depending on personal preference.
TOP OVEN
Food Function Pre-
heating
Shelf (from
the bottom)
Temperature
(°C)
Cooking time
(min. approx.)
Accessories
Leavened cakes Yes 1 150 - 175 35-90 Cake tin on rack
Filled pies (cheesecake,
strudel, apple pie)
Yes 1 170 - 190 30 -85
Drip-tray / baking tray
or cake tin on rack
Biscuits / Tartlets Yes 2 150 - 170 15 - 45 Drip-tray / baking tray
Choux buns Yes 1 180 - 200 30 - 40 Drip-tray / baking tray
Meringues Yes 1 100 110 -150 Drip-tray / baking tray
Bread / Pizza / Focaccia Yes 1 190 - 250 15 - 50 Drip-tray / baking tray
Frozen pizza Yes 1 220 7 - 10
Level 3: drip-tray /
baking tray
Meat & potato pies
(vegetable pie, quiche
lorraine)
Yes 1 175 - 200 40 - 50 Cake tin on rack
Vols-au-vent / Puff pastry
savouries
Yes 1 175 - 200 20 - 30 Drip-tray
Lasagna / Baked pasta /
Cannelloni / Flans
Yes 1 200 45 - 55 Pan on rack
Lamb / Veal / Beef / Pork
1Kg
Yes 1 200 80 - 110
Drip-tray or pan on
rack
Chicken / Rabbit / Duck
1Kg
Yes 1 190 - 200 60 - 80
Drip-tray or pan on
rack
Turkey / Goose3 Kg Yes 1 200 80 - 130
Drip-tray or pan on
rack
Baked fish / en papillote
(fillet, whole)
Yes 1 180 - 200 40 - 60
Drip-tray or pan on
rack
Stuffed vegetables
(tomatoes, courgettes,
aubergines)
Yes 1 200 - 225 40 - 60 Pan on rack
Baked potatoes Yes 1 200 - 225 40 - 50
Drip-tray / baking tray
(if necessary, turn food
two thirds of the way
through cooking)
Toast - 2 250 2 - 3
Pan set
Fish fillets / steaks - 2 250 20 - 35
Pan set
Sausages / Kebabs / Spare
ribs / Hamburgers
- 1 / 2 250 15 - 40
Pan set
Vegetables au gratin Yes 1 / 2 200 10 - 20
Pan on rack
GB15
How to read the cooking table
The table indicates the best function to use for any given food, to be cooked on one or more shelves at the same time.
Cooking times start from the moment food is placed in the oven, excluding pre-heating (where required). Cooking
temperatures and times are purely for guidance and will depend on the amount of food and type of accessory used. Use
the lowest recommended values to begin with and, if the food is not cooked enough, then move on to higher values. Use
the accessories supplied and preferably dark coloured metal cake tins and oven trays. You can also use pans and accessories
in pyrex or stoneware, but bear in mind that cooking times will be slightly longer. To obtain best results, carefully follow the
advice given in the cooking table for the choice of accessories (supplied) to be placed on the various shelves.
Cooking different foods at the same time
Using the “FAN/THERMOVENTILATED ” function, you can cook different foods which require the same cooking temperature
at the same time (for example: fish and vegetables), using different shelves. Remove the food which requires less cooking
time and leave food which requires longer cooking time in the oven.
Desserts
- Cook delicate desserts with the conventional function on one shelf only. Use dark coloured metal cake tins and
always position them on the wire shelf supplied. To cook on more than one shelf, select the forced air function and
stagger the position of the cake tins on the shelves, aiding optimum circulation of the hot air.
- To check whether a raising cake is cooked, insert a wooden toothpick into the centre of the cake. If the toothpick
comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- If using non-stick cake tins, do not butter the edges as the cake may not rise evenly around the edges.
- If the cake “sinks” during cooking, set a lower temperature the next time, perhaps reducing the amount of liquid in
the mixture and mixing more gently.
- For sweets with moist fillings (cheesecake or fruit pies) use the “CONVECTION BAKE” function”. If the base of the cake
is soggy, lower the shelf and sprinkle the bottom of the cake with breadcrumbs or biscuit crumbs before adding the
filling.
Meat
- Use any kind of oven tray or pyrex dish suited to the size of the piece of meat being cooked. For roast joints, it is best
to add some stock to the bottom of the pan, basting the meat during cooking for added flavour. When the roast is
ready, let it rest in the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or wrap it in aluminium foil.
- When you want to grill meat, choose cuts with an even thickness all over in order to achieve uniform cooking results.
Very thick pieces of meat require longer cooking times. To prevent the meat from burning on the outside, lower the
position of the wire shelf, keeping the food farther away from the grill. Turn the meat two thirds of the way through
cooking.
To collect the cooking juices it is advisable to place a drip-tray with half a litre of water directly under the grill on which the
meat is placed. Top-up when necessary.
Pizza
Lightly grease the trays to ensure the pizza has a crispy base. Scatter the mozzarella over the pizza two thirds of the way
through cooking.
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Whirlpool AKP 161/01/IX User guide
- Category
- Ovens
- Type
- User guide
Whirlpool AKP 161/01/IX is a built-in electric oven designed for cooking various dishes. It features multiple heating functions, including grilling, baking, and roasting, allowing you to prepare a wide range of meals. The oven has a spacious 71-liter capacity, accommodating large dishes and family-sized meals. It comes equipped with several accessories, including a baking tray, grill, and telescopic rails, enhancing convenience and functionality. The oven's intuitive controls and clear display make it easy to set cooking programs and monitor the progress of your dishes.
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