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Making cooking as much fun as eating
Please read this instruction manual. This will ensure that you
make use of all the technical benefits the cooker has to offer.
You will be given important safety information. You will then
be introduced to the individual components of your new
cooker and we will show you how to adjust it step by step. It
is quite simple.
The tables list the settings and shelf heights for numerous
well known dishes. All these dishes are tested in our cooking
studio.
In the unlikely event of a fault, look here for information on
how to rectify minor faults yourself.
A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way
around quickly.
Enjoy your meal!
Instruction manual
HM 744200 N
C
en
9000124360
S-221205-02

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  • Page 1 In the unlikely event of a fault, look here for information on how to rectify minor faults yourself. A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way around quickly. Enjoy your meal! Instruction manual HM 744200 N 9000124360 S-221205-02...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important information ......Safety precautions ....... . . Causes of damage .
  • Page 3 Cleaning equipment ....... . Detaching the rails ....... . . Procedure to be applied in the event of a fault .
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Important information Transport damage Environmentally friendly disposal ó Electricity and gas connection...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Use the appliance for cooking only. CAUTION: Accessible parts and the grill may be Hot surfaces hot when in use. Keep children away. Never touch the hob surface, the inside of the oven, the inside of the lower drawer and the heating elements.
  • Page 6 Insufficent ventilation The use of a gas cooking appliance will generate heat in gas hobs during and humidity in its operating environment. Make sure cooking you ventilate the kitchen adequately. Do not block the natural ventilation channels or install a mechanical ventilation device (an extractor hood).
  • Page 7: Causes Of Damage

    Causes of damage Damage in the cooking Always use the burners by placing a saucepan on area (hob) them. Do not heat empty pans or saucepans. The bottom of the saucepans would be damaged. The bottom of the saucepan must be flat. The saucepan must be centred on the burners.
  • Page 8: Gas Connection

    If the oven seals are excessively dirty, then the oven door may not close fully while the oven is in use. The surfaces of the furniture nearby will be damage over time. Keep the oven seal clean. Gas connection Installation must be carried out only by authorised personnel or a service employee authorised by the manufacturer and in accordance with the "Gas connection and conversion guidelines".
  • Page 9: Problems With The Gas Installation / Smell Of Gas

    Problems with the gas installation / smell of gas Electrical connection For the authorised service employee...
  • Page 10: Levelling The Cooker

    Levelling the cooker Always place the cooker directly on the floor. The cooker has height adjustable feet. This allows you to raise the plinth by about 15 mm. Pull out the plinth drawer and lift it up and out. There are adjustable feet at the front and rear on the inside of the plinth.
  • Page 11: Positioning The Appliance

    Positioning the appliance The product must be installed in accordance with the dimensions provided and it must be placed directly on the kitchen floor. It should not be placed over another object. The distance between the top of the cooker and the lower part of the hood should be adjusted according to the guidelines provided by the hood manufacturers.
  • Page 12: Your New Oven

    Your new oven This section will familiarise you with your new product. With the help of your user guide, you will learn about the hob, the oven and the accessories. Upper lid The upper lid must Steam outlet be open whilst the Important: when the oven appliance is in operation.
  • Page 13: Hob

    Steam outlet Caution: Hot air is released from here. Economy burner Normal burner Power burner Normal burner Heating efficiency Diameters of pots and pans of the burners suitable for the burners Economy burner 1 kW 12 18 cm Normal burner 1.75 kW 18 24 cm Power burner 3 kW...
  • Page 14 Hotplate controls You can use the four hotplate controls to control the level of heating provided by the hotplates. The symbol above the hotplate controls indicate which hotplate the switch controls. For the gas hotplates Settings Ignition position Å Large flame, highest power å...
  • Page 15: The Oven

    The oven Function selectors Use the function selector to select the type of heating for the oven. You can turn the function selector clockwise and anti clockwise. Settings t Top/bottom for sponge cakes in tins on one heating level, bakes, lean roasts of beef, veal and game T 3D hot air* for cakes and pizzas on two levels,...
  • Page 16 Temperature selector Set the temperature or grill setting using the temperature selector. Turn the temperature selector to the right only. Temperature 50 270 Temperature range in ºC Grill x Level Low grill Medium grill High grill The indicator light above the temperature selector comes on while the oven is heating up.
  • Page 17 Accessories Accessories may be purchased at a later date from the after sales service or from specialist shops. Please specify the HZ number. HZ 334001 wire rack for ovenware, cake tins, roasts, grilling and frozen meals. Enamel baking tray for cakes and biscuits. Push the baking tray with the sloping edge facing towards the oven door.
  • Page 18 Optional accessories*...
  • Page 19: Before Using For The First Time

    Before using for the first time This section tells you everything you need to do before using the cooker for the first time. Heat up the oven and clean the accessories. Read the safety instructions in the Important information" section. Firstly, check to see if the ? symbol in the cooker display is flashing.
  • Page 20: Pre Cleaning The Burner Body And Upper Cover

    Pre cleaning the burner body and Clean the burner covers (1) and bodies (2) with water and washing up liquid. Dry the parts thoroughly. upper cover Refit the burner body and cover in the burner channel (4) without damaging the spark plug (3). The injector (5) must be clean and dry.
  • Page 21: Setting Up The Hob

    Setting up the hob There are 4 gas burners on the hob. This section explains how to use the gas burners. Please make sure that the burner covers are firmly in place on the top of the burner assemblies. All parts must be clean and dry.
  • Page 22: Hotplate Settings Table

    If the burner's flame is turned off accidently, turn the burner switch off and wait at least for 1 minute before trying to light the burner again. Switching off To finish cooking: Set the burner knob to the (off) position. Hotplate settings table The base diameter of the saucepan or frying pan that...
  • Page 23 Example: Food Hotplate Heat setting Melting Chocolate, butter, Economy burner Small flame size margarine Heating up Meat broths, canned Regular burner Small flame size vegetables Heating up and keeping warm Soups Economy burner Small flame size Steaming* Fish Regular burner Between large and small flame size Boiling*...
  • Page 24: Setting Procedure

    Setting procedure Example: Top/bottom heating t, 200 ºC Select the desired type of heating using the function selector. Use the temperature selector to set the temperature or grill setting. Switching off Switch off the function selector when the meal is ready.
  • Page 25: If The Oven Is To Switch Off Automatically

    If the oven is to switch off automatically Example: Top/bottom heating t, 200 ºC, cooking time (duration) of 45 minutes Select the desired type of heating using the function selector. Use the temperature selector to set the temperature or grill setting. Press the j clock button twice.
  • Page 26 Press the + or - button. The default value appears. + button default value = 30 minutes. - button default value = 10 minutes. Set the cooking time using the + or - button. The oven switches on after a few seconds. The cooking time symbol ? lights up in the display.
  • Page 27: Setting The Oven

    Setting the oven You have two options for setting the oven. Switching off the oven When your meal is ready, switch off the oven yourself. manually The oven switches off You can leave the kitchen for a long period. automatically Tables and tips The correct settings for many dishes can be found in the Tables and tips section.
  • Page 28: Timer

    Timer You can use the timer as a kitchen timer. It operates independently of the oven. The timer has a special signal. This means that you can tell whether the set timer period has elapsed or the cooking time is complete. Setting procedure Example: 20 minutes Press the j clock button.
  • Page 29 Set the timer period using the + or - button. The timer starts after a few seconds. The a symbol lights up in the display. The time counts down visibly. A signal sounds. Press the j clock button. The The time has elapsed display goes out.
  • Page 30: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Your oven has several basic settings. You can change the basic settings for the signal duration and the reset time for the setting. Basic setting Function Change to Signal duration Signal after cooking Signal duration 1 = approx. 2 = approx.
  • Page 31 Change the basic setting using the + or - button. Confirm with the j clock button. A 2 for the basic setting of the reset time appears in the display. Change the basic setting as described in step 2 and press the j clock button.
  • Page 32: Rapid Heating

    Rapid heating This allows you to heat up the oven particularly quickly. Setting procedure Switch the function selector to rapid heating z. Use the temperature selector to set the required temperature. The oven switches on after a few seconds. The indicator light above the temperature selector will come on.
  • Page 33: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Do not use high pressure cleaning equipment or a steam jet. Definitely do not use corrosive cleaning materials, sharp objects, a hard sponge or a corrosive cleaning cloth when cleaning. Otherwise, the surfaces of the appliance may become scratched and lose their shine.
  • Page 34: Cleaning Equipment

    Cleaning equipment Exterior of the appliance Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid. Dry with a soft cloth. Enamel surfaces Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid.
  • Page 35 Oven light glass cover Wipe away with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid. Dry with a soft cloth. Seal Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot washing up water. Dry with a soft cloth. Oven door window This can be cleaned with glass cleaning agents.
  • Page 36: Detaching The Rails

    Detaching the rails The rails can be removed for cleaning. To unhook the rails: Lift the front of the rails upwards and detach Then pull the rails forward and take them out. Clean the rails using either washing up liquid and a sponge or a brush.
  • Page 37: Procedure To Be Applied In The Event Of A Fault

    Procedure to be applied in the event of a fault Faults generally occur for simple reasons. Please note the following fault warnings before contacting the after sales service: Fault Possible reason Information/correcting Appliance is not operating. The plug is not connected Connect the plug to the power socket.
  • Page 38 Fault Possible reason Information/correcting The door seal is dirty. Clean the door seal. Oven door is not closed Oven door is not closed correctly correctly Door seal has come loose Check the position and fitting of the or is not correctly door seal, correct as required.
  • Page 39: Replacing The Oven Light On The Ceiling Of The Oven

    Replacing the oven light on the ceiling If the oven light fails, it must be replaced. 25 watt heat resistant replacement bulbs can be obtained of the oven from the after sales service or specialist shops. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance.
  • Page 40: After Sales Service

    After sales service Our after sales service is there for you if your oven needs repairing.You will find the address and telephone number of your nearest after sales service centre in the phone book. The after sales service centres listed will also be happy to advise you of a service point in your local area.
  • Page 41: Tables And Tips

    Tables and tips This table contains a selection of dishes and the optimum settings at which to cook them. You can find out which type of heating and temperature is best for your dish, which accessories to use, and at which oven level the dish should be inserted.
  • Page 42 temperature setting to start with, since this allows more even browning. If necessary, use a higher temperature setting the next time. More information can be found in the Baking tips" section which follows the tables. Cakes in tins Tin on the wire rack Level Type of Tempera...
  • Page 43 Cakes on the tray Level Type of Temperature Baking heating in ºC time in minutes Sponge or yeast pastry Baking tray 170 190 20 30 with dry topping Baking tray + Baking tray 150 170 35 45 Sponge or yeast pastry Baking tray 170 190 40 50...
  • Page 44: Baking Tips

    Small baked Level Type of Temperature Baking products heating in ºC time in minutes Baking tips You wish to cook to your own recipe. How to check that a sponge cake is cooked properly. The cake collapses. The cake has risen in the centre but is lower at the edges.
  • Page 45: Meat, Poultry, Fish

    The bread or cake Next time you should add a little less liquid and cook for a little (e.g. cheesecake) looks fine, but longer at a lower temperature. Cakes with fruit topping: Precook is soggy on the inside (soft, with the base first of all.
  • Page 46 When the roast is ready, switch off the oven and leave the roast to stand for 10 minutes with the oven door closed. This allows the meat juices to distribute more favourably. Tips for grilling Always grill with the oven door closed. The pieces of food you are grilling should be equally thick.
  • Page 47 Meat The table applies to insertion into a cold oven. The time specifications are provided as guidelines only and depend on the type and quality of the meat. Meat Weight Ovenware Level Type of Tempera Cooking heating ture in ºC, time in grill minutes...
  • Page 48 Poultry The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. The weights indicated in the table refer to oven ready poultry (without stuffing). If you are grilling directly on the wire rack, you should also insert the baking tray at level 1. Pierce the skin of duck or goose under the wings to enable the fat to run off.
  • Page 49: Tips For Roasting And Grilling

    Tips for roasting and grilling The table does not contain Select the next lowest weight from the instructions and extend information for the weight of the the time. roast. How can you tell when the roast Use a meat thermometer (available from specialist shops) or is ready? carry out a spoon test".
  • Page 50: Bakes, Gratins, Toast

    Bakes, gratins, toast The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Ovenware Level Type of Temperature Cooking heating in ºC, grill time in minutes Sweet bakes Casserole dish 180 200 40 50 (e.g. quark and fruit bake) Savoury bakes made from cooked Casserole dish, 210 230...
  • Page 51: Frozen Foods

    Frozen foods Please observe the instructions on the packaging. The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Use for Level Type of Temperature Cooking time in heating in ºC minutes Pizza Pizza with a thin base 190 210 15 20 Pizza with a thick base...
  • Page 52: Acrylamide In Foodstuffs

    Meal Accessories Level Type of Temperature in heating ºC Frozen foods* Wire rack The temperature e.g. cream gateaux, cream cakes, cakes with selector remains chocolate or icing, fruit, switched off chicken, sausages and meat, bread, rolls, pastries and other baked goods Cover frozen food with microwave foil.
  • Page 53 Tips for keeping acrylamide to a minimum when preparing food...
  • Page 54: Test Dishes

    Test dishes In accordance with DIN 44547 and EN 60350 Baking The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Accessories and notes Level Type of Tempera Baking heating ture in ºC time in minutes Ø...

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