Whirlpool ACM 394 D User guide

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INTRODUCTION
BEFORE STARTING
1. Remove the cardboard and accessories from inside the oven.
2. Clean the hob.
3. The first time you use the oven heat it at the maximum setting for about two hours to eliminate
odours and fumes due to the protective grease.
ROUTINE USE
Hob
1. Turn the knob to the required setting (see “Using the glass-ceramic hob”).
2. To switch off, turn the knob to “0”.
Oven
1. Arrange the food in the oven.
2. Select the required cooking function (see “Using the oven”).
3. Select the temperature.
To get the most out of your new appliance, be sure to read the instructions in this
booklet.
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CONTENTSGB
THE APPLIANCE AND ITS COMPONENTS Page 129
CONTROL PANEL Page 129
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Page 131
USING THE GLASS-CERAMIC HOB Page 132
USING THE OVEN Page 134
USING THE CONVENTIONAL OVEN mod. ACM 376 ACM 375 Page 135
USING THE CONVENTIONAL FAN-ASSISTED OVEN mod. ACM 394 Page 138
USING THE MULTIFUNCTION OVEN mod. ACM 392, 398, 377 Page 142
USING THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMER ACM 398 ACM 377 Page 146
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Page 150
TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE Page 152
AFTER SALES SERVICE Page 152
INSTALLATION Page 153
TABLES Page 155
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THE APPLIANCE AND ITS COMPONENTS
ACM376–ACM375–ACM394–ACM392
1. Control panel
2. Residual heat indicator
3. High-speed radiant plate – ø 145 – 1200 W
4. High-speed radiant plate – ø 180 – 1800 W
5. High-speed radiant plate – ø 145 – 1200 W
6. High-speed radiant plate – ø 210 – 2100 W
7. Oven light
8. Grill elements (self-cleaning)
9. Side racks
10. Oven door
11. Door handle
12. Child lock
13. Warming drawer (with safety device)
14. Plinth (not for Denmark cookers)
A, B, C, D:
Guides for baking trays, grids or drip tray (see cooking
time tables).
Accessories:
2 enamel baking trays
1 enamel drip tray
1 grid for grilling, roasting or baking
2 adjustable feet
CONTROL PANEL
1. Front lh plate (6) control knob
2. Rear lh plate (5) control knob
3. Rear rh plate (4) control knob
4. Front rh plate (3) control knob
5. Oven function selector knob
6. Oven thermostat knob
7. Plate on indicator light
8. Oven thermostat indicator light
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THE APPLIANCE AND ITS COMPONENTS
ACM 398 ACM 377
1. Control panel
2. Residual heat indicator
3. High-speed radiant plate – ø 145 – 1200 W
4. High-speed radiant plate – ø 180 – 1800 W
5. Double high-speed radiant plate – Oval 1800 W
6. Double high -speed radiant plate – ø 210 – 2100 W
7. Oven light
8. Grill elements (self-cleaning)
9. Catalytic back wall (mod. ACM 377 only)
10. Side racks
11. Oven door
12. Door handle
13. Child lock
14. Warming drawer (with safety device)
15. Plinth (not for Denmark cookers)
A, B, C, D:
Guides for baking trays, grids or drip tray (see cooking
time tables).
Accessories:
2 enamel baking trays
1 enamel drip tray
1 grid for grilling, roasting or baking
2 adjustable feet
CONTROL PANEL
1. Digital lock
2. Front lh plate (6) control knob
3. Rear lh plate (5) control knob
4. Rear rh plate (4) control knob
5. Front rh plate (3) control knob
6. Oven function selector knob
7. Oven thermostat knob
8. Plate on indicator lights
9. Oven thermostat indicator light
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Before starting
1. Packaging materials (plastic film, expanded
polystyrene, etc.) are potentially dangerous and
must be kept out of the reach of children.
2. The packaging materials can be recycled, as
confirmed by the symbol
.
3. Make sure the appliance has not been damaged
during transport and that the oven door closes
correctly.
4. Installation and electrical connection of the appliance
must be entrusted to skilled personnel in
accordance with the instructions supplied by the
manufacturer and in compliance with established
safety standards.
5. Remove packaging residues from inside and outside
the appliance. Remove the accessories. Keep
cardboard and plastic protective packages in a safe
place for future use, or dispose of them properly.
6. Glass-ceramic hob
x
Clean thoroughly with a clean damp cloth
and a drop of washing-up liquid. Rinse with
clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
x
Never cook the food directly on the glass
ceramic hob, but always use pans or
containers.
7. Oven
x
Empty the oven and close the door. Heat
the oven at the maximum temperature
setting for around two hours to eliminate
the odour of grease and fumes from the
manufacturing process. Make sure that the
kitchen is well ventilated and do not remain
in the room during this process.
x
Clean the oven and accessories with warm
water and washing-up liquid.
x
During and after use of the oven, certain
parts will become very hot (e.g. the oven
door inspection window). Do not touch hot
parts.
x
Keep children well away from the
appliance while it is in use.
x
Fire risk! Do not store flammable material in
the oven, above the glass ceramic hob or
in the accessory drawer.
x
Make sure that electrical cables connecting
other appliances near the cooker cannot
come into contact with the hob or be
trapped in the oven door.
x
Do not line the oven walls with aluminium
foil. Do not place baking trays or the drip
tray on the floor of the oven chamber.
x
Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to
drop on the glass ceramic hob. If the hob is
cracked or otherwise damaged by falling
objects etc., disconnect the electrical power
cord and call Customer Service.
x
Do not lean aluminium sheets or plastic
containers above the hot hob.
x
Do not scratch the hob with sharp objects.
Do not use the hob as a work surface.
x
The manufacturer declines all liability for
injury to persons or damage to property
caused by incorrect or improper use of the
appliance.
x
The various components of the appliance
are recyclable. Dispose of them in
accordance with the regulations in force in
your country. If the appliance is to be
scrapped, cut off the power cord.
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USING THE GLASS-CERAMIC HOB
Radiant plates
All the radiant plates are equipped with automatic
thermostat; the front lh radiant plate has an adjustable
thermostat.
Automatic radiant plates
The knobs do not have fixed positions.
To switch on the radiant plates, turn the knob to position
12. Once the required temperature has been reached,
turn the knob to the required setting for cooking.
Observe the recommendations in the table.
Automatic start radiant plate
This function is on the front lh radiant plate. The
automatic thermostat on this radiant plate is activated
when the knob is set anywhere between 1 and 7. To
avoid the risk of fat fires at higher temperatures the
thermostat function is not active on between positions 8
and 12. The thermostat automatically switches from high
starting temperature to lower holding temperatures as
cooking proceeds so there is no need to turn the knob
from the starting position to a lower heat position. If you
wish to use this function, position the knob between 1
and 7 and pull it gently outwards. If the knob is
inadvertently pulled outwards or if you have set the
function and want to cancel it, reset the knob to 0. If
you select the wrong setting, just correct it by
repositioning the knob on the required setting. Starting
temperature will be automatically adapted to the new
setting.
Double radiant plates
(Mod. ACM 398 ACM 377 only)
By switching on the second element, the surface area of
the rear lh and front lh radiant plates can be extended.
For this purpose, turn the control knob fully to the right
(position
X·
).
Now return the knob to the required position. This knob
functions in the same way as described in the previous
heading “Automatic start radiant plate”
Heat setting table
Setting Function
X·
Switching on the second element
(Double radiant plate only)
12 Boiling large quantities of water; pasta.
11-12 Chips; meat dishes such as stew.
10-11
Croquets; fillet of steak, steaks, breaded
meat.
9-10
Meat: scallops, cutlets etc., omelettes,
meatballs, roasts
8-9 Tender meat, sausages, liver, eggs, fritters
5-7 Large portions, single course meals, soups.
4-6 Boiled potatoes, minestrone.
3-5 Boiled vegetables, stew.
3-5 Rice pudding
2-4
Rice and milk based foods, small quantities
of potatoes and vegetables; warming pre-
cooked food.
1-2
Omelettes, scrambled egg, sauces,
hollandaise sauce; for warming, melting
butter, chocolate and gelatine.
0 Residual heat only, radiant plate is off.
Double radiant plate knob
(mod. ACM 398 – ACM 377 only)
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USING THE GLASS-CERAMIC HOB
RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATOR
The indicator remains active as long as glass ceramic
hob temperature exceeds 60
o
C (also after the glass
ceramic hob has been switched off or after power has
been restored following a mains failure). Do not touch
the glass ceramic hob when the residual heat indicator is
illuminated.
POWER SAVING TIPS
To save power, make use of the residual heat. 5 or 10
minutes before you finish cooking, set the control knob
to “0” .
USING THE IDEAL PANS
x
Use special pans for electric hobs with smooth, flat
and solid bottoms (pans with the test mark for
glass-ceramic hobs are available from specialist shops).
x
The diameter of the pan should be the same as the
radiant plate or slightly larger.
x
Do not use pans with damaged or rough bottoms
(cast iron pans). The hob surface could be scratched
or the decoration may be damaged. Do not slide
pots across the hob.
x
To save electricity, use lids whenever possible.
x
Pots with aluminium bottoms may leave silver
streaks or spots on the hob.
x
Pots and pans should be dry. Place pans on the
cooking areas marked on the hob.
x
Do not leave wet or damp lids on the hob.
x
The glass-ceramic surface and pans must be clean.
Carefully eliminate any food remains (especially
containing sugar), dirt etc. with the aid of a
cleansing agent.
x
Never cook the food directly on the glass ceramic
cooktop but in special pans or containers.
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CHILD LOCK
The cookers are equipped with a “Child lock” safety
device.
B
R
L
C
1
2
USE OF THE SAFETY DEVICE
x USE: The door closes normally and is
blocked by the safety device.
To open the door move lever C to the R.
x ACTIVATION: Open the oven door and
with a coin slacken screw B.
Lever C moves to the L after screw B is
tightened in position 1.
x DEACTIVATION: With the door open
move lever C to the R and block it in this
position by screwing screw B in position 2.
In order to open drawer please act as shown in
the picture.
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ACM 376 ACM 375
Side racks
The oven has two removable side racks which allow for
four different oven-loading positions. They provide
support for the drip tray, baking tray and/or grid, which
slide between the two guides on either side of the
oven, at the same height. When you fit the tray or grid,
take care to position it correctly so that it is horizontal.
For the choice of the best oven position, refer to the
baking and grilling tables.
Upper and lower heating elements
Inside the oven the heating elements are located on
the oven floor and ceiling. Heat is supplied by radiation.
Installing and removing the side racks
x
Hook up the side racks to the oven walls.
x
Slide the required grip or tray into the guides.
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ACM 376 ACM 375
Switching on and off
To switch on the oven turn the cooking mode selector
and the temperature selector to the required
positions.
The cooking mode selector
can be turned in either
direction.
The temperature selector knob
must be turned to
the right to switch on the oven and to the left, position
, to switch it off.
Preheating
Preheating is unnecessary when preparing roasts,
casseroles, and slow-cooking dishes in general. Oven
preheating is recommended, however, for delicate
cooking and dishes that require shorter cooking times
(pastries, etc.). Consult the cooking time tables at the
back of the handbook.
The outdoor parts of the oven become hot
during operation. Keep children well out of
reach.
Summary table
Cooking functions and temperatures
The following table shows cooking modes and
temperatures for oven and grill cooking.
Control
knob
Temperature Cooking
o
C function
Off 0
Lower and upper
heating elements
-250
Lower heating element -150
Upper heating element -150
Grill -200
Booster (grill & lower
heating elements)
-200
Energy saving tips
You can utilise residual heat by setting the control knob
to “0” for approximately 5 or 10 minutes to finish
nearly all types of cooking.
You can also cook side dishes, such as potatoes, rice or
vegetables, together with the meat course.
Oven light
Turning the knob to any setting switches on the oven
light. The oven remains alight while any of the
functions is on.
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ACM 376 ACM 375
TRADITIONAL CONVECTION
COOKING
Conventional cooking with heating from top and bottom.
In this position the lower and upper heating elements are
switched on.
Heating takes place through natural convection and
thermostat temperature can be set between 50
o
Cand
250
o
C. This type of cooking requires oven preheating.
Tip:
This function is particularly suitable for desserts that must
be heated from below, such as fruit pies, bread, pizzas
and roasts, e.g. chicken.
LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
In this position only the lower element is switched on.
Heat is distributed by natural convection. The thermostat
can be set between 50
o
C and 150
o
C; higher temperatures
are not available.
Tip:
This mode is particularly suitable to complete cooking of
dishes that require higher temperature at the bottom.
UPPER HEATING ELEMENT
In this position only the upper element is switched on.
Heat is distributed by natural convection. The thermostat
can be set between 50
o
C and 150
o
C; higher temperatures
are not available.
Tip:
This mode is particularly suitable to complete cooking of
dishes that require higher temperature at the top.
NORMAL GRILL
In this position the infrared heating element is working.
Heat is supplied by radiation. The thermostat must be
settomax.200
o
C. Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for gratins or
browning, for example onion soup, toast and sausages.
Warning: During grilling the oven door becomes
very hot. Keep children away!
The operation of the grill should not exceed 30
minutes.
BOOSTER
Quick oven heating.
In this position the infrared heating element and the
lower element are working.
Heat is supplied by radiation and convection.
The thermostat must be set to max. 200
o
C.
Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for preheating the
oven quickly and for very fast cooking.
Roasts
For traditional roasts allow the meat to cook evenly.
Make sure the temperature is between 180
o
Cand
200
o
C and set cooking time in relation to the quantity
and type of meat you are preparing.
Warning: When using this function, the oven
door becomes very hot. Keep children away.
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ACM 394
Upper and lower heating elements
Inside the oven the heating elements are located on
the oven floor and ceiling. Heat is supplied by radiation.
Fan-assisted convection system
The heat produced by the upper and lower element is
distributed by the fan.
This function assures uniform heat distribution in the
oven and permits simultaneous cooking of food on any
of the three oven levels. Temperatures for convection
cooking are lower than those for conventional radiant
heat cooking (see “Temperature selection”).
Grill
The grill is secured to the rear wall of the oven on a
hinge system that allows it to be lowered to allow
proper access when cleaning the oven ceiling.
Side racks
4
3
2
1
The oven is equipped with two removable side
supports which form 4 guides for the insertion of the
drip tray, baking trays and grids. The grid, baking trays,
and drip tray must be inserted between the pairs of
steel bars located at the same height on each side. This
system prevents the containers from tipping when they
are extracted from the oven chamber. Recommended
grid/baking tray levels are shown in the tables at the
end of this handbook.
Removing the side racks improves access to the oven
ceiling for cleaning (after the grill heating element has
been lowered).
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ACM 394
Switching on and off
To switch on the oven turn the cooking mode selector
and the temperature selector to the required
positions.
The cooking mode selector
can be turned in either
direction.
The temperature selector knob
must be turned to
the right to switch the oven on and to the left, position
x
, to switch it off.
Preheating
Preheating is unnecessary when preparing roasts,
casseroles, and slow-cooking dishes in general. Oven
preheating is recommended, however, for delicate
cooking and dishes that require shorter cooking times
(pastries, etc.). Consult the cooking time tables at the
back of the handbook.
Selecting the temperature for convection
cooking
Fan convection cooking temperatures are generally
between 20
o
Cand40
o
C lower than natural convection
temperatures (heat exclusively supplied from above and
below).
Summary table
Cooking functions and temperatures
The following table shows cooking modes and
temperatures for oven and grill cooking.
Control
knob
Temperature Cooking
o
C function
Off
x
0
Lower and upper
heating elements
x
-Max
Convection cooking
with fan
x
-250
Fan convection cooking
with grill
x
-200
Normal grill
x
-200
Booster (grill and lower
heating elements)
x
-200
Energy saving tips
You can utilise residual heat by setting the control knob
to “0” for approximately 5 or 10 minutes to finish
nearly all types of cooking.
You can also cook side dishes, such as potatoes, rice or
vegetables, together with the meat course.
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ACM 394
OVEN LIGHT
To switch on the oven light turn the cooking function
selector knob
to (the knob can turn in either
direction).
TRADITIONAL CONVECTION
COOKING
Conventional cooking with heating from top and
bottom. In this position the lower and upper heating
elements are switched on. Heating takes place through
natural convection and thermostat temperature can be set
between 50
o
C and Max. This type of cooking requires
oven preheating.
Tip:
This function is particularly suitable for desserts that must
be heated from below, such as fruit pies, bread, pizzas
and roasts, e.g. chicken.
CONVECTION COOKING WITH FAN
The upper and lower heating elements and the fan turn
on. The heat coming from the top and bottom is diffused
by forced convection.
The temperature must be regulated between 50
o
Cand
250
o
C. with the thermostat knob.
Tip:
For foods of large volume and quantity which require the
same internal and external degree of cooking; e.g.: rolled
roasts, turkey, legs, cakes, etc.
GRILL COOKING WITH FAN
In this position the grill heating element operates together
with the fan. Heat distribution is by means of air
circulation and temperatures are higher towards the top
of the oven. The thermostat can be used to set
temperatures between 50
o
C and 200
o
C.
Use with the oven door closed.
Warning: When using this function, the oven door
becomes very hot. Keep children away!
Tip:
This mode is particularly suitable for dishes that call for
long cooking at high temperatures. This grill convection
cooking is also recommended for keeping oven-cooked
food such as roasts and grilled dishes warm, or for
delicate reheating of pre-cooked dishes.
NORMAL GRILL
In this position the infrared heating element operates.
Heat is supplied by radiation. The thermostat must be set
to max. 200
o
C. Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for gratins or browning,
for example onion soup, toast and sausages.
Warning: When using this function, the oven door
becomes very hot. Keep children away!
BOOSTER
Quick oven heating.
In this position the infrared heating element and the
lower element operate.
Heat is supplied by radiation and convection.
The thermostat must be set to max. 200
o
C.
Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for preheating the oven
quickly and for very fast cooking.
Warning: When using this function, the oven door
becomes very hot. Keep children away!
The operation of the grill cooking with fan should
not exceed 30 minutes.
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ACM 394
Grilling and browning
The
function is used for perfect spit skewer type
cooking without using a spit, because the forced air
circulation ensures even cooking on all sides. Preheat
the oven, setting the thermostat on 200
o
C. Put in the
meat or other food to be grilled, close the oven door
and set the temperature between 50
o
and 200
o
C.
Just before cooking is complete, spread butter on the
food so that a thin crust forms, similar to au gratin
preparation.
Roasts
For traditional roasts allow the meat to cook evenly.
Make sure the temperature is between 180
o
Cand
200
o
C and set cooking time in relation to the quantity
and type of meat you are preparing.
Simultaneous cooking of different food
Set the mode selector knob to
to cook different
kinds of food at the same time. For example, you can
grill fish or meat at the top of the oven while baking a
cake at the bottom, without any risk of contamination
of flavour or aroma.
For this type of cooking observe the following basic
rules:
- Cooking temperature for each food type must be
roughly the same (difference within 20
o
-25
o
C).
- Cooking times may differ. This oven function allows
considerable energy savings.
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ACM 392 ACM 398 ACM 377
Fan convection system
The air is drawn in through openings on the rear panel
of the oven and then heated before being returned to
the oven chamber.
The convection function assures uniform heat
distribution in the oven and permits simultaneous
cooking of food on any of the three oven levels.
Temperature for convection cooking are lower than
those for conventional radiant heat cooking (see
“Temperature selection”).
Upper and lower heating elements
Inside the oven the heating elements are located on
the oven floor and ceiling. Heat is supplied by radiation.
Grill
The grill is secured to the rear wall of the oven on a
hinge system that allows it to be lowered to allow
proper access when cleaning the oven ceiling.
Side racks
4
3
2
1
The oven is equipped with two removable side
supports which form 4 guides for the insertion of the
drip tray, baking trays and grids. The grid, baking trays,
and drip tray must be inserted between the pairs of
steel bars located at the same height on each side. This
system prevents the containers from tipping when they
are extracted from the oven chamber. Recommended
grid/baking tray levels are shown in the tables at the
end of this handbook.
Removing the side racks improves access to the oven
ceiling for cleaning (after the grill heating element has
been lowered).
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Switching on and off
To switch on the oven turn the cooking mode selector
and the temperature selector to the required
positions.
The cooking mode selector
can be turned in either
direction.
The temperature selector knob
must be turned to
the right to switch the oven on and to the left, position
x
, to switch it off.
Preheating
Preheating is unnecessary when preparing roasts,
casseroles, and slow-cooking dishes in general. Oven
preheating is recommended, however, for delicate
cooking and dishes that require shorter cooking times
(pastries, etc.). Consult the cooking time tables at the
back of the handbook.
Selecting the temperature for convection
cooking
Fan convection cooking temperatures are generally
between 20
o
Cand40
o
C lower than natural convection
temperatures (heat exclusively supplied from above and
below).
Summary table
Cooking functions and temperatures
The following table shows cooking modes and
temperatures for oven and grill cooking.
Control
knob
Temperature Cooking
o
C function
Off
x
0
Oven light
x
Lower and upper
heating elements
x
-Max
Normal grill
x
-200
Turbo grill
x
-200
Booster – Quick heat
x
-200
Booster – Quick cooking
x
-250
Lower heating element
x
-150
Fan convection cooking
with lower heating element
x
-250
Fan convection cooking
x
-250
Energy saving tips
You can utilise residual heat by setting the control knob
to “0” for approximately 5 or 10 minutes to finish
nearly all types of cooking.
You can also cook side dishes, such as potatoes, rice or
vegetables, together with the meat course.
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ACM 392 ACM 398 ACM 377
OVEN LIGHT
To switch on the oven light turn the cooking function
selector knob
to (the knob can turn in either
direction).
TRADITIONAL CONVECTION
COOKING
Conventional cooking with heating from top and
bottom. In this position the lower and upper heating
elements are switched on. Heating takes place through
natural convection and thermostat temperature can be set
between 50
o
C and Max. This type of cooking requires
oven preheating.
Tip:
This function is particularly suitable for desserts that must
be heated from below, such as fruit pies, bread, pizzas
and roasts, e.g. chicken.
NORMAL GRILL
In this position the infrared heating element is working.
Heat is supplied by radiation. The thermostat must be set
to max. 200
o
C. Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for gratins or browning,
for example onion soup, toast and sausages.
TURBO GRILL
In this position the upper heating element and the grill
element are on simultaneously so that the corner areas
are also heated. Heat is radiated over the entire surface
area of the grill. Set the thermostat to max. 200
o
C. Use
with the door closed.
Warning: During grilling the oven door becomes
very hot. Keep children away!
The operation of the grill should not exceed 30
minutes.
BOOSTER
1.- Quick oven heating.
In this position the grill heating element operates together
with the perimeter heating element and the fan. The
thermostat can be used to set temperatures between
50
o
C and 200
o
C. Use with the oven door closed.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful for preheating the oven
quickly.
2.- Quick fan convection cooking with grill.
Heat distribution is by means of air circulation and
temperatures are higher towards the top of the oven. The
thermostat can be used to set temperatures between
50
o
C and 250
o
C.
Tip:
This mode is particularly suitable for dishes that call for
fast cooking at high temperatures.
Warning: When using this function, the oven door
becomes very hot. Keep children away.
LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
In this position only the lower element is switched on.
Heat is distributed by natural convection. The thermostat
can be set between 50
o
C and 150
o
C; higher temperatures
are not available.
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FAN CONVECTION COOKING WITH
LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
This mode combines the lower heating element, the
perimeter heating element and the fan. The food is
cooked by forced air circulation with additional heat
from the bottom of the oven. The thermostat can be
set between 50
o
C and 250
o
C.
Tip:
This cooking mode is ideal for large joints of meat and
large quantities of food that call for uniform cooking
inside and out, e.g. roasts, turkey, chicken, cakes, etc.
FAN CONVECTION COOKING
In this position the perimeter resistance and the fan are
on. Heat is distributed by air circulation. Thermostat
temperature can be adjusted between 50
o
C and 250
o
C.
Preheating is not required.
Tip:
This function is particularly useful when using more
than one oven level to prepare cakes, pastry, etc. or
roasts such as beef, pork or lamb.
Fan cooking and browning
The
functions are used for perfect spit
skewer type cooking without using a spit, because the
forced air circulation ensures even cooking on all sides.
Preheat the oven, setting the thermostat on 250
o
C. Put
in the meat or other food to be grilled, close the oven
door and set the temperature between 50
o
Cand
200
o
C. Just before cooking is complete, spread butter
on the food so that a thin crust forms, similar to au
gratin preparation.
Roasts
For traditional roasts allow the meat to cook evenly.
Make sure the temperature is between 180
o
Cand
200
o
C and set cooking time in relation to the quantity
and type of meat you are preparing.
Simultaneous cooking of different food
Set the mode selector knob to
to cook different
kinds of food at the same time. For example, you can
grill fish or meat at the top of the oven while baking a
cake at the bottom, without any risk of contamination
of flavour or aroma.
For this type of cooking observe the following basic
rules:
- Cooking temperature for each food type must be
roughly the same (difference within 20
o
-25
o
C).
- Cooking times may differ. This oven function allows
considerable energy savings.
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USING THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMER
ACM 398 ACM 377
The electronic programmer is a device which groups
together the following functions:
- 24 hour clock with illuminated display
- Timer (up to 23 hours and 59 minutes)
- Program for automatic oven cooking
- Program for semi-automatic oven cooking.
Description of the buttons:
Timer
Cooking time
End of cooking time
Manual position and cancellation of the entered
cooking programme
+
Advancement of the numbers of all programmes
Turning back of the numbers of all programmes
and changing the frequency of the audible signal.
Description of the lighted symbols:
AUTO -flashing Programmer in automatic position
but not programmed
AUTO -always lighted Programmer in automatic
position with programme entered.
Automatic cooking taking place
Timer in operation
and AUTO -flashing Programme error. (The
time of day lies between the calculated cooking
start and end time).
Note: Select a function by means of its button and, in
5 seconds, set the required time with the
+
/
buttons (“one-hand” operation).
A power cut makes the clock go to zero and cancels
the set programmes.
(10.1)
(10.2)
ELECTRONIC CLOCK
(fig. 10.2)
The programmer is equipped with an electronic clock
with lighted numbers which indicates hours and
minutes.
Upon immediate connection of the oven or after a
power cut, three zeros will flash on the programmer
panel.
To set the hour push the
button and then the
+
or
button until you have set the exact hour (fig. 10.2).
Another way is to push the two
buttons
simultaneously and at the same time push the
+
or
button.
Note: The hour setting delete any program.
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