user manual Cooker Oven EKC6046 EOD67642 EKC6047
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electrolux contents Contents Important safety information Product description Before using the appliance Operation Programme charts Hints and tips What to do if… Care and cleaning Technical data Installation Environment Guarantee / Customer care European guarantee 5 7 9 11 27 34 38 40 45 46 52 53 55 The following symbols are used in this user manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance.
electrolux important safety information 5 Important safety information These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings please contact customer care. Installation The appliance must be installed according to the instructions supplied.
electrolux important safety information Never place plastic or any other material that may melt in or on the oven. Do not leave the grill pan handle in position when grilling as it will become hot. Always use oven gloves to remove and replace the grill pan handle when grilling. Always support the grill pan when it is in the withdrawn or partially withdrawn position. Always use oven gloves to remove and place food in the oven. During use the appliance becomes hot.
electrolux product description Product description Control Panel Top Oven/Grill Main Oven 7
electrolux product description Product description continued 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 On / Off switch Top oven and main oven cavity selector Function selector Temperature review Timer selector control Time / temperature decrease selector Time / temperature increase selector Light Bar (The light bar will glow when you turn the oven on and when a cavity is selected. If no action is taken within 2 minutes of turing on the oven or selecting a cavity the oven will turn off but the light bar will remain on.
electrolux before using the appliance 9 Before using the appliance Rating plate This is situated on the front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the door. Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable). The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is given on the rating plate. Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guarantee.
electrolux before using the appliance Condensation and steam 2 grill pan handles 10 When food is heated it produces steam similar to a boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this steam to escape. However, always stand back from the appliance when opening the door(s) to allow any build up of steam or heat to release. If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface on the outside of the 1 grill pan grid appliance, e.g. a trim, it will condense and produce water droplets.
electrolux operation 11 The timer The increase and decrease control buttons operate slowly at first, and then more rapidly. They should be pressed separately. To set the countdown Key 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Time indicator neon Cook time indicator neon End time indicator neon Countdown indicator neon Selector control Decrease control Increase control The time of day must be set before the main oven will operate manually. To set the time of day The oven has a 24 hour clock.
electrolux operation To cancel the countdown 5. Release the buttons. The 'Cook If you change your mind and want to Time' indicator neon will be cancel the 'Countdown', press the illuminated. Selector Control button until the 'Countdown' indicator neon flashes then depress the decrease control until 0:00 shows in the display. The Remember, this must be completed 'Countdown' indicator neon will continue to flash for a few seconds and within 5 seconds of first pressing the Selector Control button.
electrolux operation To set the timer to switch off only 1. Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and that the correct time of day is displayed. 2. Place food in the oven. 3. To set the length of cooking time, press the Selector Control button until the 'Cook Time' indicator neon is illuminated. Press the increase control until the required length of cooking time is displayed. Press the decrease control if necessary. 4. Release the buttons.
electrolux operation The top multifunction oven Your top oven is a multifunction oven with 4 convenient functions and can be set to the following modes of cooking, Grill, Conventional cooking, Top oven base heat finishing and Top oven keep warm Details of the functions can be found in the table below Top multifunction oven setting guide Function Top oven grill Top oven conventional cooking Description The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill can be used, or fo
electrolux Top oven grill CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away. operation 15 • To switch off a function press the Function selector once. The function neon will go out and the display will return to the time of day.
electrolux operation To fit the grill pan handle Place the wirework under the cut out in the pan so that the metal plate hooks over the top of the grill pan. Ensure the handle is correctly located when lifting the grill pan. Top oven conventional cooking The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is heated by elements in the top and bottom of the oven. It is designed for cooking smaller quantities of food.
Things to note • The oven light will illuminate. • The heat indicator neons will flash until the oven has reached the desired temperature and then stop, an audible signal will sound. When the oven has been switched off the bars that are still lit indicate the remaining residual heat in the oven. • The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal.
electrolux operation • The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal. Do not place dishes, tins and trays directly on the oven base as it becomes very hot and damage will occur. Top oven keep warm This setting allows you to warm plates or keep warm pre-cooked dishes prior to serving. Things to note • The oven light will illuminate.
electrolux operation 19 The main multifunction oven Your main oven is a multifunction oven Details of the functions can be found in with 8 convenient functions and can be the table below set to the following modes of cooking, Main oven grill, Main oven conventional cooking, Main oven fan cooking, Turbo Grilling, Pizza, Keep warm, Hot air fan baking and Defrost.
electrolux operation To fit the main oven shelves The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the back of the oven. Back of the oven Straight Rods Frame To remove a shelf slide the shelf towards you until the shelf stop is reached. Tilt shelf up at the front so that the stops clear the side supports. Lift shelf clear. To install a shelf, reverse the above steps.
electrolux operation • Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as the grill cleans itself. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal. • Never cover the grill pan or grid with foil as this can lead to grill fires. 21 Using main oven turbo grilling Always Turbo Grill with the oven door closed and with the grill pan handle removed. • The oven must be switched on before setting any cooking function Main oven turbo grill programme.
electrolux operation • The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal. • The oven fan will turn on and off during use. Things to note • The oven light will illuminate. • The heat indicator neons will scroll until the oven has reached the desired temperature and then stop, an audible signal will sound.
electrolux operation Main oven fan cooking The fan oven is particularly suitable for cooking larger quantities of food. The advantages of fan oven cooking are: Preheating The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without preheating however, you may need to add an extra 5 – 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times. For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries, scones, soufflés etc.
electrolux operation Main oven pizza • The cooling fan for the controls This setting can be used for foods such may operate after a time. as pizza where base browning and • Some internal noise may be heard crispness are required. during operation. This is quite The upper and lower elements operate normal. in conjunction with the oven fan. Using main oven pizza • The oven must be switched on before setting any cooking function or programme.
electrolux operation • The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal. Main oven hot air fan baking This is particularly suitable for dishes which require extra base browning such as pizza, quiches and flans. 25 bars that are still lit indicate the remaining residual heat in the oven. • The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time. • Some internal noise may be heard during operation. This is quite normal.
electrolux operation Other convienient functions Child safety device To avoid children switching on the oven it is possible to lock the oven controls. The child safety device The oven cannot be used from the moment the child safety device has been switched on. Activating the child safety device • • • The appliance must be on but no oven function must be selected. Press the decrease selector and hold it. In addition press the Time Selector button until "SAFE" appears in the display.
electrolux programme charts 27 Grilling chart FOOD GRILL TIME (mins in total) Bacon Rashers 5-6 Beef Burgers 10 - 15 Chicken Joints 30 - 40 Lamb Chops 15 - 20 Pork Chops 20 - 30 Whole Trout/Mackerel 15 - 25 Plaice/Cod Fillets 10 - 15 Kebabs 20 - 30 Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 8 - 12 Liver – Lamb/Pig 10 - 20 Sausages 20 - 30 Steak – Rare 6 - 12 Steak – Medium 12 - 16 Steak – Well Done 14 - 20 Toasted Sandwiches 3-4 The times quoted above are given as a guide and should be adjusted t
electrolux programme charts Turbo grilling chart FOOD Shelf Temp oC GRILL TIME (mins in total) Bacon Rashers 4 200 8 - 12 Beef Burgers 4 190 10 - 15 Chicken Joints 4 160 35 - 45 Lamb Chops 4 170 20 - 25 Pork Chops 4 170 20 - 25 Whole Trout/Mackerel 3 170 10 - 20 Plaice/Cod Fillets 3 170 10 - 15 Kebabs 4 170 20 - 30 Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 4 180 10 - 15 Liver – Lamb/Pig 4 180 20 - 30 Sausages 4 190 10 - 15 Steak – Medium 4 220 8 - 10 Each side Steak – Well
electrolux programme charts 29 Top oven cooking chart The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by to suit individual preferences and requirements.
electrolux programme charts Top oven cooking chart continued FOOD Choux Pastry Éclairs / Profiteroles Flaky Pastry Mince Pies Pasta Lasagne etc.
electrolux programme charts 31 Main oven cooking chart The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures to suit individual preferences and requirements.
electrolux programme charts Main oven cooking chart continued FOOD Choux Pastry Éclairs / Profiteroles Flaky Pastry Mince Pies Pasta Lasagne etc.
electrolux programme charts 33 Roasting chart MEAT TEMPERATURE COOKING TIME Beef/ Beef boned 160-180°C 20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20-35 minutes over Mutton/Lamb 160-180°C 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 25-35 minutes over Pork/Veal/Ham 160-180°C 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 30-40 minutes over Chicken 160-180°C Turkey/Goose 160-180°C Duck 160-180°C 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20 minutes over 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up to 3½kg (7lb) then 10 minutes per ½kg (1lb) over 3½kg
electrolux hints and tips Hints and tips Hints and tips when using the grill • Most foods should be placed on the • • • • • • • • grid in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air and to lift the food out of the fats and juices. Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses of food. Position the food close to the element for faster cooking and further away for gentler cooking. Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling to minimise splashing.
electrolux hints and tips • For economy leave the door open for the shortest possible time, particularly when placing food into a pre-heated oven. Hints and tips when using main oven conventional cooking • Single level cooking gives best • • • • • results. If you require more than one level of cooking use the main fan oven. The middle shelf allows for the best heat distribution. To increase base browning simply lower the shelf position. To increase top browning raise, the shelf position.
electrolux hints and tips • Do not place baking trays directly on the oven base as it interferes with the oven air circulation and can lead to base burning; use the lower shelf position. Hints and tips when turbo grilling • 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.
electrolux hints and tips Hints and tips when defrosting • 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. However, this process can be accelerated by using the defrost function.
electrolux what to do if… What to do if… Please carry out the following checks on your appliance before calling a Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a simple one which you can solve yourself without the expense of a service call. PROBLEM The grill, ovens and timer do not work. The grill and top oven work but the main oven does not. The grill does not work or cuts out after being used for a long period of time. The timer does not work. The indicator neons are not working correctly.
electrolux what to do if… 39 What to do if continued… PROBLEM The oven is not cooking evenly. The oven light fails to illuminate. The oven fan is noisy. The oven temperature is too high or too low. POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check that the appliance is correctly installed and is level. Check that the recommended temperatures and shelf positions are being used. The oven light bulb may need replacing. If the Main Oven is set for automatic cooking the light will illuminate when the cook time begins.
electrolux care and cleaning Care and cleaning Removing and replacing the wirework runners 1. Remove all shelves and furniture from the oven. 2. Hold the wirework at the bottom, unclip from the Cleaning materials cavity side and Before using any cleaning materials on gently pull towards your appliance, check that they are the centre of the suitable and that their use is oven. recommended by the manufacturer. 3.
electrolux care and cleaning Cleaning the shelves, wire-work runners and grill/oven furniture All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can be washed in the dishwasher. The grill pan, grill pan grid, oven shelves and wirework runners may be cleaned using a soap impregnated steel wool pad. Soaking first in hot soapy water will make cleaning easier.
electrolux care and cleaning • 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 staining of the cavity. • It is not necessary to add water to a meat tin when roasting. The water and the fat juices from the joint create excessive splattering during cooking – even at normal temperatures, as well as causing condensation.
electrolux care and cleaning (With your other hand, hold the outer door to ensure it does not spring shut on removing the inner panel). • Close the oven door. If the door glass panel becomes chipped or has deep scratches the glass will be weakened and must be replaced to prevent the possibility of the panel shattering. Please contact your local service force centre who will be pleased to advise further.
electrolux care and cleaning Replacing an oven light bulb (main oven) Replacing an oven light bulb (top oven) Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb. Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb. 1. Make sure the appliance is cool before replacing the bulb. 2. Open the oven door and remove the shelves and wirework runners. 3. Pull the glass bulb cover towards you and then pull it off.
electrolux technical data Technical data Voltage: Wattage: Height: Width: Depth: (excluding handles and knobs) Weight 230-240 Volts AC 50Hz 5.9 - 6.
electrolux installation Installation Things to note • This appliance must be installed by a qualified electrician/competent person. Safety may be impaired if installation is not carried out in accordance with these instructions. • This appliance must be earthed. • Do not remove the screws from the earth tab extending from the oven mains terminal block. • • • • • This appliance is designed to be fitted in cabinets of the recommended dimensions as shown.
electrolux installation Note: House circuit Earth leakage and continuity tests must be carried out before the appliance is connected to the mains supply and rechecked after fitting. Preparing cabinet for fitting of oven • • Choice of electrical connection • The appliance should be operated using at least 6mm twin core and earth PVC insulated mulit core cable.
electrolux installation Recommended cabinet dimensions (in millimetres) min 570 55 8 907 min ma x 56 0m in 550 min 865 2000 Recomended 600 865 11 Built in installation 542 874-879 5 888 16 300 min Cross section through cabinet showing oven positioned
electrolux installation How to finish unpacking • • • • Place packed appliance next to the space in which it will be installed. 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. • Prise cover loose using screwdriver in position (1) then lever off with screwdriver in position (2) at either side. • Lift cover and remove screw from cable clamp.
electrolux installation Connecting to the mains terminal Warning: This appliance must be earthed. • We recommend you use a new length of 6mm twin core and earthed cable to ensure your safety. Make connection as shown by proceeding as follows:2 • • • Clamp the mains cable securely ensuring 5mm of the outer insulation is inside the terminal block and that the wires are not taut but not so slack as to cause any fouling. See diagram.
electrolux installation 51 Fitting into the cabinet IMPORTANT: Ensure that the oven is switched off at the wall before any further work is carried out. • • Using a tape measure establish the internal width of the cabinet. Refer to recommended cabinet dimensions diagram if greater than 565mm. Position the appliance in front of the cabinet. Warning: Do not attempt to lift this appliance by the handle(s).
electrolux environment Environment After installation please dispose of the packaging with due regard for safety and the environment. Your local authority can arrange this. At the end of the appliances life The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
electrolux customer care / guarantee 53 Guarantee / Customer care Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: • The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated
electrolux guarantee / customer care Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "Something not working" When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details: 1.Your name, address and postcode. 2.Your telephone number. 3. Clear concise details of the fault. 4. The model and Serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate). 5.The purchase date.
electrolux european guarantee 55 European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed below for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of the countries listed below the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the following qualifications: • • • • residence for this particular model or range of appliances.
electrolux european guarantee Great Britain Hellas Hrvatska Ireland Italia Latvija Lituania Luxembourg Magyarország Nederland Norge Österreich Polska Portugal +44 8705 929 929 +30 23 10 56 19 70 +385 1 63 23 338 +353 1 40 90 753 +39 (0) 434 558500 +37 17 84 59 34 +370 5 27 80 609 +35 2 42 43 13 01 +36 1 252 1773 +31 17 24 68 300 +47 81 5 30 222 +43 18 66 400 +48 22 43 47 300 Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire LU4 9QQ 4, Limnou Str.
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