Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product COMPETENCE E4100-1 AEG
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COMPETENCE E4 1 00-1 The V er satile Built-In Oven User Instructions.
2 Dear customer , Please r ead these operating instructions car efully . P ay particular attention to the section “Safety information” on the first few pages. Please r etain these opera ting instructions for later r efer- ence. P ass them on to possible new owner s of the appliance.
3 Contents Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . .
4 Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Exterior of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Oven Interior . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions 5 Oper ating Instructions 1 Safety Electrical Safety • The appliance may only be connected by a registered specialist . • In the event of any faults or dama ge to the appliance: r emove fuses or switch off.
Operating Instructions 6 T o Avoid Damaging Y our Appliance • Do not line your oven with alumin ium foil and do not place a baking tr ay or dish on the oven floor , ot herwise the oven enamel will be damaged by the r esulting build up of heat. • Juice from fruit that drips from baking tr ays will leave marks that cannot be r emoved.
Operating Instructions 7 2 Disposal Disposing of the packaging material All materials used can be fully r e cycled. Plastics are marked as follows: • >PE< for polyethylene, as used fo r the outer wrapping and the bags inside. • >PS< for polystyr ene foam, e.
Operating Instructions 8 Description of the Appliance Gener al Overview Contr ol P anel.
Operating Instructions 9 Oven Featur es Oven steam vent The steam fr om the oven is fed di- r ectly upwar ds via the duct in the r ear of the cooking surface.
Operating Instructions 10 Oven Accessories Combination shelf For dishes, cak e tins, items for r oasting and grilling. Universal baking tray For moist cakes, j uicy roasts or as a baking sheet or collecting vessel fo r fat.
Operating Instructions 11 Befor e Using for the First Time Setting the clock 3 The oven only opera tes when the clock has been set. The clock display flashes when the appliance is fir st connected, or after a power failure. 4. Pr ess the M button briefly .
Operating Instructions 12 Initial Cleaning Befor e using the oven for the fir st ti me you should clean it thoroughly . 1 Caution: Do not use any caustic, abr asive cleaner s! The surface could be damaged. 3 T o clean metal fr onts use commercially available cleaning agents.
Operating Instructions 13 Using the Rings 3 Also r efer to the operating instructions for your built-in hob . It con- tains import ant information on oven war e, operation, cleaning and care. Heat settings • Y ou may select the heat settings within the r ange of settings 1-9.
Operating Instructions 14 Cooking with the Rings 1. For heating up/browning, select a high heat setting . 2. As soon as steam starts to form or the oil is hot, turn back to the heat setting necessary for further cooking. 3. T o stop cooking, turn back to the zero position.
Operating Instructions 15 Using the Oven Switching the Oven On and Off 1. T urn the “oven functions” swit ch to the requir ed function. 2. T urn the “tempera ture selection” switch to the r equired temper ature. The yellow oven power indicator will re main on while the oven is in use.
Operating Instructions 16 Oven Functions The oven has the following functions: L Oven lighting With this function you can illuminate the oven interior , e.g., for clean- ing. The heating element is not in use. S Pizza & baking For baking cak es on one level and for pastries that need more br own- ing and a crispy base.
Operating Instructions 17 A Defr ost To begin to thaw and to defrost such items as flan, butter , bread, fruit or other frozen fo ods . For this function the fan operates without heating. F Grill For grilling flat foods placed on the middle of the shelf such as steaks, escalopes or fish, or for toasting .
Operating Instructions 18 Inserting the Shelf and Universal Baking T ray 3 Anti-tip device All slide-in units have a small bulge on the left and right. This bulg e is an anti-tip device and must always point to the r ear of the oven. T ray or universal baking tr ay: The anti-tip device must point to- wards the r ear of the oven.
Operating Instructions 19 Inserting/Removing the F at Filter The fat filter protects the r ear wall heating element against splashes of fat when r oasting. Inserting the fat filter Holding the fat filter by the tab , in- sert the two retainers into the opening on the rear wall of the oven (fan opening) from the top downwar ds.
Operating Instructions 20 W orking with the Electr onic Clock The electr onic clock has the following functions: Countdown C T o set a countdown. A signal so unds after the time ha s elapsed. This function does not affect the functioning of the oven. Cook time < T o set how long the oven is to be in use.
Operating Instructions 21 3 Gener al Hints • After a clock function has been set, the desired times can be set or changed within 5 seconds using the + or - buttons.
Operating Instructions 22 Countdown C 1. Pr ess the Countdown C button. 2. Set the desir ed time using the + or - buttons. 3 The r emaining time can be checked by pressing the Countdown button C again Pr ess any button to switch off the signal.
Operating Instructions 23 Cook time < 1. Pr ess the < button. 2. Set the desired cooking time (up to 1 0 hour s) using the + or - but- tons. The display shows the current time again after about 5 seconds. The AUTO symbol indicates that the oven is now in Automatic operation.
Operating Instructions 24 Combining the Cook Time < and End > functions 3 Cook Time < and End > can be used together , to switch the oven on or off automatically at a later time . 1. Select the desir ed oven function and temper ature. Use the Cook Time function < to set the length of time necessary to cook the meal.
Operating Instructions 25 The AUTO symbol appears, and the clock time is shown on the display . For example, 12:05:00. The oven switches off automatically when the set time is r eached. For example, 13:05. And switches off again at the end of the set cooking time.
Operating Instructions 26 Adjusting the clock 3 The clock can only be adjusted if none of the automatic functions (Cook Time < or End > ) has been set. 1. Push the M button briefly . 2. Set the current time using the + or - buttons. The clock shows the curr ent time again after 5 seconds.
Operating Instructions 27 Uses , Tables and Tips Boiling The information given in the followi ng tables is for guidance. The switch setting requir ed for cooking depends on the quality of the pans and the type and quantity of food. Settings for cooking on the rings 1 Overheated fats and oils catch fir e q uickly .
Operating Instructions 28 Baking Use the pizza & baking S , fan cooking U or conventional O oven function s for ba king. 3 Remove the fat filter when baking , as otherwise the baking time is longer and the surface will br own unevenly . Baking tins • Coated baking tins and tins made of dark metal ar e suitable for conventional O heat.
Operating Instructions 29 • Insert baking tr ays with the sloped edge to the front! • Always place cake tins in the middle of the shelf. • With pizza & baking S or conventional O you can also bake two items simultaneously by placing the tins next to one another on the shelf.
Operating Instructions 30 Baking T able Baking on one shelf position Type of ca ke or pastry Pizza & baking S Conven tional O Time Shelf position from bottom Tempera- ture ºC Shelf po- sition from bottom Tempera- ture ºC For both functions Hrs.: Mins.
Operating Instructions 31 Fruit flan (w ith a yeast dough/spong e base) 2 3 150 -17 0 3 17 0-190 0:25-0:50 Fruit flans on shortcrust pastry base 1 3 160 -17 0 3 17 0-190 0:40-1:20 Tarts with delicate fillings (e.
Operating Instructions 32 Baking on sever al shelf positions Type of cake or pastry Fan cooking U Time Hours: Mins. Shelf position from bottom Tempera- ture ºC 2 Levels 3 Levels Cakes and pastries on.
Operating Instructions 33 Tips for baking Baking r esult Po s si b l e c a u s e Solution The cake is under- cooked at the bottom Wr ong shelf position Insert the cake at a lower shelf position The ca.
Operating Instructions 34 Pies and Gr atin T able Conventional O Rotitherm I Time Shelf position from bottom Temp. °C Shelf positio n from bottom Temp.
Operating Instructions 35 Fr ozen Ready Meals T able 3 When fr ozen foods are used the tr ays inserted may distort d uring cook- ing. This is because of the large di ffer ences in temperatur e be tween the fr ozen item and the oven. Once the trays have cooled the distortion will disappear ag ain.
Operating Instructions 36 Roasting Use the rotitherm I or co nventional O oven functions for roasting. Ovenware for roasting • Any heat-resistant dish is suitable for r oasting (refer to the manufac- tur er's instructions!).
Operating Instructions 37 3 Notes on the r oasting table Information is given in the table on suitable oven functions, tempera- ture settings, cooking times and sh elf positions for various types of meat. The information is for guidance. • W e recommend r oasting meat and fish with a minimum weight of 1kg in the oven .
Operating Instructions 38 Roasting table Type of meat Quantity Conventional O Rotitherm I Time Weight Shelf po- sition from bot- tom Tempera- ture ºC Shelf position from bottom Tempera- ture ºC Hours:Mi ns.
Operating Instructions 39 Game Saddle of hare, haunch of h are up to 1 kg 3 220 -250 1 3 160-17 0 0:25-0:40 Saddle of venison 1.5-2 kg 1 210- 22 0 1 160-180 1:15-1: 45 Haunch of venison 1.
Operating Instructions 40 Grilling T o grill use the grill F oven function or dual grill Z with tempe ratur e setting z . 1 Important: Always grill wi th th e oven door closed. 3 Always pr e-heat the empty oven for 5 minut es using the grill f unc- tions ! Ovenware for grilling • Use the shelf unit and univer sal tray together for grilling.
Operating Instructions 41 Defr osting T o defrost, use the defr o st A oven function without setting a tempera- ture. Dishes for defrosting • Remove packaging and place the food on a plate on the shelf. • Do not use a plate or dish to cover as these significantly incr ease the defrosting time.
Operating Instructions 42 Pr eserving For making preserves, use the bottom heat Ü oven function. Preserving jars • When making preserves, use only co mmer cially available jars of the same size. 3 Jars with twist-off tops or with a bayonet fastening and metal containers are not suitable.
Operating Instructions 43 Pr eserving T able The stated times and temperatur es are for guidance only . Pr eserves Te m p e ra t u re in °C Preservin g time until bubbles form Min s.
Operating Instructions 44 Cleaning and Car e 1 Warning: For safety r easons cleaning the appliance with a steam jet cleaner or high-pressur e water cleaner is not permissible ! Exterior of the Appliance Wipe the front of the appliance with a soft cloth dipped in warm soapy water .
Operating Instructions 45 F at Filter 1. Clean the fat filter in hot water and washing up liquid or in the dish- washer . 2. Badly burned on soiling can be r emo ved by boi ling the filter in a little water to which 2-3 tablespoonsful of di sh wa sh er c lea ne r ha s b ee n added.
Operating Instructions 46 Shelf Support Rails The shelf support r ails on the left and right hand sides of the oven can be r emoved for cleaning the side walls. Removing the shelf support rails Fir st pull the front of the r ail away fr om the oven wall (1) and then un- hitch at the back (2).
Operating Instructions 47 Oven Lighting 1 Wa r n i n g : Ther e is a danger of electric shock! Prior to changing the oven light bulb: – Switch off the oven! – Remove the fuses in the fuse box or switch off the cir cuit br eaker . 3 Place a cloth on the oven floor to pr otect the oven light and glass cover .
Operating Instructions 48 Cleaning the Oven Ceiling The upper heating element can be folded down to make it easier to clean the oven ceiling. Folding down the heating ele- ment 1 Warning: Only fold down the heat- ing element when the oven is switched off and ther e is no risk of being burnt! 1.
Operating Instructions 49 Oven Door The oven door of your appliance may be removed for cleaning. Removing the oven door 1. Open the oven door completely . 2. Completely fold back the brass- coloured clamping lever on both door hinges. 3. Grip the oven door with both hands on the sides and close it to about 3/4 going past the point of resist- ance .
Operating Instructions 50 Oven Door Glass The oven door is fitted with three glass panels mounted one behind the other . The inner panels may be r emoved for cleaning.
Operating Instructions 51 Inserting the middle door glass 1. Insert the middle glass panel at an angle from above into the section of the door in which the handle is located. 2. Lower the middle glass panel and slide it under the lower bracket to- wards the lower door edge as far as it will go.
Operating Instructions 52 What to do if ... If you cannot rectify the fault with the help of the information given above, please contact yo ur local Service Force Centre. 1 Wa r n i n g : Repairs to the appliance may on ly be carried out by qualified specialists.
Operating Instructions 53 T echnical Data Oven Interior Dimensions Regulations , Standar ds , Directives This appliance meets the following standards: • EN 60 335-1 and EN 60 335-2-6 relating to the.
Installation Instruc tions 54 Installation Instructions 1 Important: The new appliance is only to be installed and connected up by an approv ed installer . Please observe this instruction, otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage that may occur .
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Installation Instruc tions 60 Removal 12 34.
Guarantee Conditions 61 Guar antee Conditions W eitere Kund endiensts tellen im Ausland In diesen Ländern gelten die Gar antiebedi ngungen der örtlichen P artner . Diese können dort ei ngesehen wer den. Further after-sa les service agencies oversea s In these countries our AEG agents’ own guar antee conditio ns are applica ble.
Customer Service Centres 62 Customer Service Centr es U.A.E. Abu Dhabi Universal T ra ding Company P .O . Box 43 99 Te l.: 33533 1 Jordan Jor dan Household Supply Co. Ltd. P. O. B o x 3 / 6 8 Amman/T el.: 69 7 0 50 Malta ITC International T rading Com- pany White House Build ing Mountbatte Str eet Blata L-Bajda/T el.
Customer Servi ce Centres 63 Cyprus Hadjikyrlakos & Sons Ltd. Prodr omou 121 P .O . Box 2 1587 Nicosia 15 1 1 Service Telephones: Nicosia 0 2 48 1226 Limassol 05 56 2 182 Larnaca 04 633929 P aphos 06 932 699 Lebanon Adib & Assaferi P .O . Box 539 T ripoli Oman Moshin Haider Darwish P .
Customer Service Centres 64 Thailand OL YMPIA Thai Ltd. 44 Ratcha dapisek Road 1 0320 Bangkok Tel.: 2 5 13 6 1 1 1 Fa x: 2 5 13 2574 Slovakia Rep . Electrolux Slovakia S.R.O. Seberiniho 1 82 1 03 Brat islava T el.: 7 4333 9745 Fax: 7 4333 6976 South Africa AEG (Pty) Ltd.
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Index 66 Index A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 B Baking tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bottom heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 C Cleani ng accessories . . . . . . .
Service 67 Service The Chapter “What to do if ...” lists a number of faults that you can cor- r ect by yourself. If a fault occur s, please refer to that chapter fir s t. Is it a technical fault? Contact Customer Service. (Y ou wi ll find the addr esses and telephone numbers under “ Custo mer Service addresses” .
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