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- Page 1 COMPETENCE B 8140 The switchable built-in oven Operating Instructions COMPETENCE MADE IN GERMANY...
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Page 2: Dear Customer
Dear Customer, Please read these operating instructions through carefully. Above all, please take note of the “Safety” section on the first few pages. Please keep these operating instructions for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. The warning triangle and/or specific words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) are used to highlight instructions that are important for your safety or for the function of the appliance. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions ........Safety Instructions . - Page 4 Contents Usage, Tables and Tips ......... 28 Baking .
- Page 5 Contents CONTENTS What to do if ..........55 Special accessories .
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Page 6: Operating Instructions
Please observe this instruction, otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage that may occur. The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to make you aware of the following safety information. -
Page 7: Intended Use
Operating Instructions Intended Use • This appliance must not be used for purposes other than that intended, it must only be used for the cooking, roasting and baking of food in the home. • Only use the appliance to prepare food. •... -
Page 8: Disposal
Operating Instructions Eco-Insulation In the factory the oven is fitted with eco-insulation. This insulation has been tested for pollutants by independent test institutes and categor- ised as harmless Disposal Disposing of the packaging materials All materials used can be fully recycled. The plastics are marked as follows: •... -
Page 9: The Main Features Of Your Appliance
Operating Instructions The main features of your appliance • Mains Button: The entire appliance is switched on and off using the mains button. This provides additional safety, if there are children in the house, it is not possible to inadvertently switch on the appliance via the individual switches. -
Page 10: Appliance Structure
Operating Instructions Appliance structure Control panel Mains Button For switching the entire appliance on and off. The appliance is: -switched on when the button is released, -switched off when the button is depressed. Oven Function and Function Indicators Buttons for selecting the required oven function. The selected oven function is indicated by the respective function indicator. -
Page 11: Clock Functions
Operating Instructions Oven Lighting Button to switch the oven lighting on and off. The oven lighting is switched on automatically when the oven is in use. However, to save energy, the lighting can be switched off using this button and only switched on as required. Temperature Pilot Light The temperature pilot light illuminates while the oven is heating up and extinguishes when the selected temperature is reached. -
Page 12: Oven Features
Operating Instructions Oven Features Shelf Positions There are side rails on both sides of the oven, each of these has 6 shelf positions. Please note that the shelf positions are counted from top to bottom. Anti-Tip Device All slide-in parts are fitted with an anti-tip device to prevent them being unintentionally pulled all the way out. -
Page 13: Oven Accessories
Operating Instructions The fan switches on automatically as soon as the oven is put into oper- ation. The fan continues to run after the oven has been switched off to cool the appliance; it switches off automatically. Oven Accessories The following items are supplied: Baking Sheet For cakes and biscuits Combination Shelf... -
Page 14: Oven Functions
Operating Instructions Oven Functions The following functions are available for the oven: PIZZA & BAKING Using this function you can bake cakes on one level. This function is also suitable for dishes that require more intensive browning and a crispy base, e.g. pizzas , quiche Lorraine, cheesecakes, etc. - Page 15 Operating Instructions BOTTOM HEAT Using this oven function you can re-bake moist cakes using heat from below so that they are crispy. Here the heater fitted in the base of the oven is used. DEFROST Using the defrost oven function you can start to or completely defrost cakes, butter, vegetables or other delicate foods.
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Page 16: Before Using For The First Time
Operating Instructions Before using for the first time Setting/Changing the Time Following the connection of mains power the TIME function indicator and the temperature/time display flash. You must then first set the time. The time can be set with the appliance either switched on or off. -
Page 17: Cleaning For The First Time
Operating Instructions Changing the Time The time setting can be changed with the appliance either switched on or off. The time set is displayed in the temperature/time display. 1. Press the W button as often as necessary until the TIME function indi- cator flashes. -
Page 18: Operating The Oven
Operating Instructions Operating the Oven Inserting/Removing the Fat Filter Always use the fat filter when roasting without any covering in open roasting dishes. Inserting the Fat Filter Take hold of the fat filter by the tab and insert the two retainers in the opening on the rear wall of the oven (fan opening) from the top downwards. -
Page 19: Switching The Oven On And Off
Operating Instructions Switching the Oven On and Off 1. Switch on the appliance using the mains but- ton. The mains pilot light above the button illumi- nates. 2. Set the required function by pressing the button. 3. The selected function is displayed. A suggested temperature is displayed in the temperature/time display. -
Page 20: Changing The Oven Temperature
Operating Instructions Changing the Oven Temperature Following the selection of the oven function, a suggested temperature appropriate to the function is displayed in the temperature/time dis- play. You can change the suggested temperature if necessary, either before or during baking. Press the + or - button to increase or decrease the temperature. -
Page 21: Fast Warm Up R
Operating Instructions Fast Warm Up R Following selection of an oven function, the empty oven can be pre-heated in a relatively short period of time using the function “Fast Warm Up”. Important: Please only place the food to be cooked in the oven when fast warm up is complete and the oven is running in the required func- tion. -
Page 22: Automatic Switching Off
Operating Instructions You have approx. 5 seconds to make an entry after the selection of a clock function. At the end of this time the function indicator for the selected clock function extinguishes and you must select it again. Automatic Switching Off 1. -
Page 23: Automatic Switching On And Off
Operating Instructions Automatic Switching On and Off For automatic switching on and off both the duration and the end of the cooking time must be entered. In the following instructions, the duration is set first and then the end of the cooking time. The settings can however be made in the reverse order. -
Page 24: Changing Automatic Function Entries
Operating Instructions Changing Automatic Function Entries You can still change the duration or the end of the cooking time during cooking. 1. Using the clock W button select the COOK TIME or END TIME function. The corresponding function indicator starts to flash. The “Temperature/ Time Display”... -
Page 25: Setting The Timer Countdown
Operating Instructions Setting the Timer Countdown The timer countdown operates independently to the oven, and can be set both when the oven is in use as well as when no oven function is selected. 1. If necessary, switch on the appliance using the mains button. 2. -
Page 26: Switching On/Off The Oven Lighting
Operating Instructions Switching On/Off the Oven Lighting The oven lighting switches on automatically as soon as the oven is switched on. However, you can also switch the oven lighting on and off manually. The appliance must be switched on using the mains button. Press the oven lighting L button to switch the lighting on or off. -
Page 27: Oven Child Safety Feature
Operating Instructions Oven Child Safety Feature The oven is fitted with a child safety feature. As soon as the child safety feature is enabled, the oven cannot be switched on. Only the interval countdown can be used. It is only possible to enable the child safety feature when all oven func- tions are deselected. -
Page 28: Usage, Tables And Tips
Operating Instructions Usage, Tables and Tips Baking For baking, use the PIZZA & BAKING, FAN COOKING or CONVENTIONAL oven function. Important! Do not use a fat filter when baking! Cake Tins • Cake tins made of dark metal and coated tins are suitable for CON- VENTIONAL •... - Page 29 Operating Instructions General information • Please note that the shelf positions are counted from top to bottom. • Insert baking sheets with the bevelled edge to the front! • Slide the baking sheet to the rear wall. • Always place cakes in cake tins in the middle of the shelf. You can also bake two cakes simultaneously using PIZZA &...
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Page 30: Baking Table
Operating Instructions Baking Table Baking at one shelf position Type of Cake or Pastry PIZZA & BAKING CONVENTIONAL Time Shelf Shelf Tempera- Tempera- for both Position Position ture ture functions from the from the ºC ºC Hr.: Min. Cakes in Cake Tins Ring 150-160 160-180... - Page 31 Operating Instructions Type of Cake or Pastry PIZZA & BAKING CONVENTIONAL Time Shelf Shelf Tempera- Tempera- for both Position Position ture ture functions from the from the ºC ºC Hr.: Min. Fruit Flan (on yeast dough/sponge 150-170 170-190 0:25-0:50 base) Fruit Flans on Shortcrust 160-170 170-190...
- Page 32 Operating Instructions Baking at several shelf positions FAN COOKING Time Type of Cake or Pastry Shelf Position from the Top Tempera- Hr.: Min. ture ºC 2 Levels 3 Levels Cakes and Pastries on Baking Sheets Cream Puffs/Eclairs 2. & 5. –...
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Page 33: Tips On Baking
Operating Instructions Tips on Baking Push a wooden skewer into the highest point of the This is how to tell if your cake. When no more cake mixture sticks to the wood, cake is cooked through you can switch off the oven and utilise the residual heat. -
Page 34: Pies And Gratin Table
Operating Instructions Pies and Gratin Table CONVENTIONAL ROTHITHERM Time Shelf Tempera- Shelf Tempera- Position ture Position ture Hr.: Min. from the Top °C from the Top °C Pasta Bake 200-220 160-170 0:45-1:00 Lasagne 180-200 160-170 0:25-0:40 Gratinated 220-230 160-170 0:15-0:30 Vegetables Browned 230-240... -
Page 35: Roasting
Operating Instructions Roasting For roasting, use the ROTHITHERM or CONVENTIONAL oven function. Important: Use the fat filter when roasting! Ovenware for Roasting • Any heat-resistant dish is suitable for roasting. • In the case of dishes with plastic handles, ensure that the handles are heat-resistant. -
Page 36: Roasting Table
Operating Instructions Roasting Table Type of Meat Quantity CONVENTIONAL ROTHITHERM Time Shelf Shelf Tempera- Tempera- Position Position Weight ture ture Hr.:Min. from the from the ºC ºC Beef Pot Roast 1-1.5 kg 200-250 – – 2:00-2:30 per cm Roast Beef, Fillet height per cm - red inside... - Page 37 Operating Instructions Type of Meat Quantity CONVENTIONAL ROTHITHERM Time Shelf Shelf Tempera- Tempera- Position Position Weight ture ture Hr.:Min. from the from the ºC ºC Game Saddle of Hare, up to 160-170 0:25-0:40 220-250 Leg of Hare 1 kg Saddle of Venison 1.5-2 kg 210-220 160-170 1:00-1:30...
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Page 38: Grilling
Operating Instructions Grilling Use the GRILL oven function with a temperature of 300 °C for grilling. Important: Always preheat the empty oven for 5 minutes using the grill function! It is not necessary to use the fat filter. Ovenware for Grilling •... -
Page 39: Bio-Functions
Operating Instructions Bio-Functions The low temperatures that can be set on this oven enable meat to be cooked so that it is particularly tender and juicy, yoghurt can also be made, dough proven and fruit dried in the oven. Important: The suggested temperature must be changed for all bio-functions! When roasting at low temperatures you will save up to 20 percent energy than when roasting conventionally. -
Page 40: Low Temperature Roasting Table
Operating Instructions 1. Prepare meat as usual (wash, dry, season, tie into specific shape if required, etc.). 2. Select the ROTITHERM oven function. 3. Change the suggested temperature to the browning temperature given in the table. 4. At the end of the browning time, change the temperature to the final roasting temperature given in the table. -
Page 41: Making Yoghurt
Operating Instructions Making Yoghurt Use the CONVENTIONAL oven function for making yoghurt. Ovenware for Making Yoghurt • Use cups or glasses of approx. 150ml capacity as containers for yoghurt, cover will foil or a lid. Shelf Position • Place the shelf in the 3rd shelf position from the top. 1. -
Page 42: Drying Fruit, Vegetables
Operating Instructions Drying Fruit, Vegetables Use the FAN COOKING oven function for drying. Ovenware for Making Yoghurt • Cover the shelf or baking sheet with grease-proof paper. Shelf Position • You can dry fruit on up to 2 levels simultaneously. •... -
Page 43: Defrosting
Operating Instructions Defrosting Use the DEFROST oven function for defrosting. Important: When defrosting always leave the oven lighting switched on! Otherwise the defrosting time will increase. Ovenware for Defrosting • Place food on a plate and put the plate on the shelf. •... -
Page 44: Preserving
Operating Instructions Preserving Use the FAN COOKING oven function for preserving. Preserving Jars • Only use commercially available preserving jars (preserving jars with a rubber ring and glass lid) for preserving. • Jars with screw or bayonet tops are unsuitable, as are metal tins. Shelf Positions •... -
Page 45: Suggested Temperatures Table
Operating Instructions Suggested Temperatures Table Oven Function Suggested Temperature PIZZA & BAKING 150 °C FAN COOKING 150 °C CONVENTIONAL 200 °C ROTHITHERM 180 °C GRILL 300 °C BOTTOM HEAT 150 °C DEFROST 30 °C (cannot be changed) PYROLYXE P2.30 (Duration) -
Page 46: Cleaning And Care
Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care The Exterior of the Appliance Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth and warm water with washing up liquid. • Do not use scourers, caustic cleaners or abrasive items. • In the case of stainless steel fronts, you may use commercially available stainless steel cleaners. - Page 47 Operating Instructions Performing Pyrolysis 1. Select PYROLYSIS oven function. An acoustic signal sounds. The temperature/time display indicates the pre-set duration for pyrolysis “P2.30” (= 2 hours 30 minutes). Pyrolysis starts after a few seconds. The oven power indicator and the function indicators PYROLYSIS and DURATION illuminate during pyroly- sis.
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Page 48: Accessories
Operating Instructions Setting the End of Pyrolysis Using the Clock 1. Select PYROLYSIS oven function. 2. Set the pyrolysis duration (long or shortened). 3. Within 10 seconds, select the END clock function. 4. Using the + button, enter the time at which you want pyrolysis to end. The clock calculates the start time and automatically switches on pyro- lysis at the calculated time, and then off again on completion. -
Page 49: Removing And Fitting The Side Rails
Operating Instructions Removing and Fitting the Side Rails The side rails on the left and right hand sides of the oven can removed for cleaning the side walls. 1. Pull the side rail upwards (1) and unhook at the top (2). 2. -
Page 50: Oven Door
Operating Instructions Oven Door The oven door on your appliance can be removed for cleaning. Removing the Oven Door 1. Open the oven door completely. 2. Lift up fully the coloured clamping lever on both door hinges (1). 3. Close the oven door around 3/4 of the way, overcoming the resistance (2). - Page 51 Operating Instructions Hanging the Oven Door 1. Take hold of the sides of the door with both hands from the handle side. 2. Hold the door at an angle of approx. 60°. 3. Slide the door hinges as far as possible into the two cut-outs on the right and left on the bottom of the oven (1).
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Page 52: Oven Door Glass
Operating Instructions Oven Door Glass The oven door is fitted with three panes of glass, these are fitted one behind the other. The two inner panes can be removed for cleaning. Warning: Please only perform the following steps on the oven door when it has been removed from the oven! When the door is fitted, the reduction in the weight of the door when the glass is removed could lead to the door suddenly moving upwards and creating a hazard. - Page 53 Operating Instructions Removing the Middle Door Glass 1. Take hold of the middle pane of glass at the lower edge and slide it against the spring pressure in the direction of the oven door handle until it is free at the base (1). 2.
- Page 54 Operating Instructions Fitting the Top Door Glass 1. Guide the pane of glass at an angle from above into the middle of the retaining section on the lower edge of the door (1). 2. Lower the pane of glass (2) and align it laterally such that the outer edges of the glass lie centrally on the door frame (3).
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Page 55: What To Do If
Warning: Repairs to the appliance are only to be made by qualified service engineers! Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. -
Page 56: Special Accessories
Operating Instructions Special accessories You can purchase the following accessories for your appliance from your dealer: Roasting/Fat Tray Universal Sheet E-No. 611 898 624 E-No. 611 898 626 Combination Shelf (not suitable for the use with oven Baking Sheet shelf runners) E-No. -
Page 57: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Important: Any electrical installation work must be carried out by a qualified electrician/competent person. The oven must be installed according to the instructions supplied. Technical Data Oven Exterior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 60 cm x 56 cm x 55 cm Oven Interior Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 31 cm x 39.6 cm x 41 cm... -
Page 58: Safety Instructions For The Installer
Installation Instructions Safety Instructions for the Installer • In respect of fire protection, this appliance corresponds to type Y (IEC 335-2-6). Only appliances of this type may be installed next to a high cupboard or a wall. • Contact protection must be guranteed by the installation. •... -
Page 59: Installation
Installation Instructions Installation... - Page 60 Installation Instructions Important Information...
- Page 61 Installation Instructions Preparing the Kitchen Units...
- Page 62 Installation Instructions Electrical connection...
- Page 63 Installation Instructions Fixing...
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Page 67: Service
Service SERVICE In the “What to do, if …” section a number of malfunctions are listed that you can rectify yourself. In the event of a malfunction, look there first. Is it a technical malfunction? Then please contact your customer service centre. (You will find addresses and telephone numbers in the "Customer Service Centres"... - Page 68 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG ANC 822 947 142 - 06 - 0500...