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    							Instructions for the user
    73 Cooking start: as well as setting a cooking duration, the cooking start time can
    also be set (with a maximum delay of 12 hours in relation to the current time). To
    set the cooking start/end time, proceed as follows:
     Set the cooking duration as described in the previous point.
     Within 5 seconds of last pressing key   or  , press key   again to set
    the cooking end time. Symbol   will flash on the display together with the
    current time, with internal segments illuminated to show the end of cooking
    time. Use keys   and   to set the cooking end time.
     5 seconds after the last key is pressed, the display will show the current time and
    the cooking start and end times, which will be represented by the illuminated
    inside segments. The display segments will be constantly illuminated as long as
    the current time is not the same as the cooking start time; as soon as the current
    time reaches the set starting time, all the inside segments will start to flash,
    indicating that the oven has started cooking.
     At the end of the cooking time the timer will switch the oven heating elements off,
    the beeps will start to sound and the numbers on the dial will flash.
     To delete the entire set program, hold down the central key   for 2 seconds; if
    cooking has already started, the oven will have to be switched off manually.
     Here we can see a programming example: the
    current time is 7:06 and cooking is
    programmed to start at 8.00 and end at 9.00.
     At 8 oclock the inside segments between 8
    and 9 will start to flash, while the hours hand
    will remain still.
    Warning: for the oven to start cooking operations after the programming
    procedures just described, the thermostat and functions switch knob
    must be correctly set on the required temperature and function.
    7.8.4 Display brightness reduction
    To reduce energy consumption in stand-by, briefly press key    to reduce the
    display brightness. To restore the normal brightness, press   again. 
    						
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    8. OVEN FUNCTIONS
    STATIC: As the heat comes from above and below at the same
    time, this system is particularly suitable for certain types of food.
    Traditional cooking, also known as static or thermal radiation
    cooking, is suitable for cooking just one dish at a time. Perfect for
    all types of roasts, bread and cakes and in any case particularly
    suitable for fatty meats such as goose and duck.
    FAN-ASSISTED STATIC: The operation of the fan, combined
    with traditional cooking, ensures uniform cooking even with
    complex recipes. Perfect for biscuits and cakes, even when
    simultaneously cooked on several levels.
    GRILL: Using only the heat released from the central element,
    this function allows to grill small portions of meat and fish for
    making kebabs, toasted sandwiches and any types of grilled
    vegetable side dishes.
    FAN-ASSISTED GRILL: The air produced by the fan softens the
    strong heatwave generated by the grill, giving perfect grilling
    results even with very thick foods. Perfect for large cuts of meat
    (e.g. shin of pork).
    FAN-ASSISTED BOTTOM: The combination of the fan with just
    the lower heating element allows cooking to be completed more
    rapidly. This system is recommended for finishing off the cooking
    of foods which are already well-cooked on the surface, but not
    inside, which therefore need a little more heat. Perfect for any
    type of food.
    BOTTOM + FAN-ASSISTED CIRCULAR: Fan-assisted cooking
    is combined with the heat coming from the bottom, at the same
    giving time slight browning. Perfect for any type of food.
    CIRCULAR: The combination of the fan and the circular element
    (incorporated in the rear of the oven) enables different foods to be
    cooked on several levels, as long as they need the same
    temperature and same type of cooking operation. Hot air
    circulation ensures instant and uniform distribution of heat. It will
    be possible, for instance, to cook fish, vegetables and biscuits
    simultaneously (on different levels) without mixing odours and
    flavours. 
    						
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    75 DEFROSTING: Rapid defrosting is helped by switching on the
    fan to ensure uniform distribution of room temperature air inside
    the oven.
    ECO: indicates which function gives the least energy
    consumption. Using the grill and the bottom heating element plus
    the fan is particularly suitable for heating up food, as it provides
    low energy consumption.
    WIDE GRILL: The heat coming from the grill element gives
    perfect grilling results, especially for thin and medium thickness
    meat and, in combination with the rotisserie (when present), it
    allows the food to be browned evenly at the end of cooking.
    Perfect for sausages, ribs and bacon. This function enables large
    quantities of food, particularly meat, to be grilled evenly.
    ROTISSERIE GRILL: The rotisserie works in combination with
    the grill element allowing to perfectly brown food.
    TURBO: The combination of fan-assisted cooking and traditional
    cooking enables different foods to be cooked on several levels
    extremely quickly and efficiently, without any transfer of odours
    and flavours. Perfect for large volumes that call for intense
    cooking.
    ROOF: This function allows to complete the cooking of foods that
    require a greater temperature at the top, without affecting their
    browning.
    Moreover, it is particularly suitable for warming food.
    BOTTOM: The heat coming solely from the bottom allows to
    complete the cooking of foods that require a greater basic
    temperature, without affecting their browning.
    PYROLYSIS: When this function is set, the oven reaches temperatures of up to
    500°C, destroying all the grease which forms on the internal walls. 
    						
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    8.1 Cooking advice and instructions
    8.1.1 General advice
    We recommend preheating the oven before putting food in. 
     For cooking on several levels, we recommend using a fan-assisted function
    to achieve uniform cooking at all heights.
     In general, it is not possible to shorten cooking times by increasing the
    temperature (the food could be well-cooked on the outside and undercooked
    on the inside).
     While cooking desserts or vegetables, excessive condensation may form on
    the glass. In order to avoid this, open the door very carefully a couple of
    times while cooking.
    8.1.2 Advice for cooking meat
     Cooking times, especially for meat, vary according to the thickness and
    quality of the food and to consumer taste.
     We recommend using a meat thermometer for meat when roasting it.
    Alternatively, simply press on the roast with a spoon: if it is hard, it is ready; if
    not, it needs another few minutes cooking.
    8.1.3 Advice for cooking desserts and biscuits
     Use dark metal moulds for desserts: they help to absorb the heat better.
     The temperature and the cooking duration depend on the quality and
    consistency of the dough.
     Check whether the dessert is cooked right through: at the end of the cooking
    time, put a toothpick into the highest point of the dessert. If the dough does
    not stick to the toothpick, the dessert is cooked.
     If the dessert collapses when it comes out of the oven, on the next occasion
    reduce the set temperature by about 10°C, selecting a longer cooking time if
    necessary. 
    						
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    77 8.1.4 Advice for cooking with the Grill and the Fan-assisted grill
     Using the Grill function (where present), meat can be grilled even when it is
    put into the cold oven; preheating is recommended if you wish to change the
    effect of the cooking.
     With the Fan-assisted grill function (where present), however, we
    recommend that you preheat the oven before grilling.
     We recommend placing the food at the centre of the rack.
    8.1.5 Advice for defrosting and proving
     We recommend positioning frozen foods in a lidless container on the first
    shelf of the oven.
     The food must be defrosted without its wrapping.
     Lay out the foodstuffs to be defrosted evenly, not overlapping.
     When defrosting meat, we recommend using a rack positioned on the
    second runner with the food on it and a tray positioned on the first runner. In
    this way, the liquid from the defrosting food drains away from the food.
     The most delicate parts can be covered with aluminium foil.
     For successful proving, a container of water should be placed in the bottom
    of the oven.
    8.2 To save energy
    To save energy while using the appliance, the following instructions may be
    followed:
     Stop cooking a few minutes before the time normally used. Cooking will
    continue for the remaining minutes with the heat which has accumulated
    inside the oven.
     Reduce any opening of the door to a minimum to avoid heat dispersal.
     Use the ECO function (where present) for cooking on a single runner.
     Keep the inside of the appliance clean at all times. 
    						
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    8.3 Cooking table (main oven)
    TYPES OF FOODWEIGHT FUNCTION
    FIRST COURSES
    LASAGNE 3-4 kg Static
    OVEN-BAKED PASTA 2 kg Static
    MEAT
    ROAST VEAL 1.2 kg Fan-assisted static
    LOIN OF PORK 1.2 kg Fan-assisted static
    SHOULDER OF PORK 1.2 kg Turbo
    ROAST RABBIT 1.2 kg Circular
    TURKEY BREAST 1.5 kg Fan-assisted static
    ROAST PORK NECK 2 kg Turbo
    ROAST CHICKEN 1.2 kg Turbo
    GRILLED MEATS
    PORK SAUSAGES 1.2 kg Fan-assisted grill
    PORK CHOPS 1.2 kg
     Grill
    HAMBURGERS 0.8 kg Grill
    BACON 0.8 kg Fan-assisted grill
    ROTISSERIE CHICKEN 1-1.2 kg Rotisserie grill
    FISH
    SALMON TROUT 1.2 Kg Fan-assisted bottom 
    						
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    RUNNER POSITION 
    FROM BOTTOMTEMPERATURE
    °CTIME IN MINUTES
    1 220 - 230 50 - 60
    1220 - 230 40
    2 180 - 190 70 - 80
    2 180 - 190 70 - 80
    2 180 - 190 90 - 100
    2 180 - 190 70 - 80
    2 180 - 190 80 - 90
    2 180 - 190 190 - 210
    2 180 - 190 60 - 70
    1ST SURFACE2ND SURFACE
    3 250 - 280 7 - 9 5 - 6
    4250 - 280155
    4250 - 28095
    3250 - 280133
    250 - 280 70 - 80
    2 150 - 160 35 - 40 
    						
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    TYPES OF FOODWEIGHTFUNCTION
    PIZZA1 kgFan-assisted static
    BREAD1 kgCircular
    FOCACCIA1 kgTu r b o
    DESSERTS
    RING CAKE 1 kg Fan-assisted static
    FRUIT TART 1 kg Fan-assisted static
    SHORT PASTRY 0.5 kg Fan-assisted bottom
    J A M  TA R T S 1 . 2  k g Tu r b o
    PARADISE CAKE 1.2 kg Fan-assisted static
    CREAM PUFFS 0.8 kg Turbo
    LIGHT SPONGE CAKE 0.8 kg Circular
    RICE PUDDING 1 kg Turbo
    BRIOCHES 0.6 kg Circular
    BRIOCHES (on multiple runners)
      
    SHORT PASTRY BISCUITS (on multiple runners)
      
    The times indicated in the following tables do not include the preheating times
    and are provided as a guide only. 
    						
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    RUNNER POSITION 
    FROM BOTTOMTEMPERATURE
    °CTIME IN MINUTES
    1250 - 2806 -10
    2190 - 20025 -30
    2180 - 19015 -20
    2 160 50 - 60
    2 160 30 - 35
    2 160 - 170 20 - 25
    2 160 20 - 25
    2 160 55 - 60
    2 150 - 160 40 - 50
    2 150 - 160 45 - 50
    2 160 40 - 50
    2 160 25 - 30
    1 and 3 160 - 170 16 - 20
    1 and 3 160 - 170 16 - 20
    For cooking on multiple runners, we recommend that you use functions
     ,   and   only, and the 1
    st and 3rd runners. 
    						
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    8.4 Cooking table (auxiliary oven)
    TYPES OF FOODWEIGHT FUNCTION
    MEAT
    ROTISSERIE CHICKEN 1-1.2 kg Rotisserie grill
    ROTISSERIE PORK NECK 2.5 kg Rotisserie grill
    ROAST RABBIT 1 kg Static
    ROAST CHICKEN 1 kg Static
    GRILLED MEATS
    PORK CHOPS 0.8 kg Grill
    HAMBURGERS 0.6 kg Grill
    PORK SAUSAGES 0.6 kg Grill
    PORK SPARE RIBS 0.7 kg Grill
    BACON 0.6 kg Grill 
    						
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