Controls, Convection Mode a, Grill d

The Controls

This multi-function oven combines the advantages of a convection oven with those of a fan assisted model, in a single appliance. It is extremely versatile allowing you to choose easily and safely between 5 different cooking modes. The various features offered by your oven are selected by means of function selector “B” and temperature selector “C” situated on the control panel. Choose one of the functions according to the food to be cooked and follow the relevant instructions as detailed on the next page.

Notice: Never place anything on the bottom of the oven when it is in operation because this could damage the enamel. Always place your cookware (dishes, aluminium foil, etc. etc.) on the shelf provided with the appliance in- serted especially along the oven guides.

Function Selector:

Convection Mode a

Position the thermostat selector “C”: between 60°C and Max. The top and bottom heating elements are used. In this mode, the coolest part of the oven is the centre. The convection oven is best for cooking dishes made up of several ingredi- ents, e.g. tender veal strips with rice, braised meats, stews, goulash etc. and dishes that need to cook slowly and re- quire basting or the addition of liquid and cooking using cov- ered casserole dishes for oven baking. When cooking in convection mode, only use one baking tray or shelf at a time, otherwise the heat distribution will be uneven. Using the different shelf position available, you can balance the amount of heat between the top and the bottom of the oven. Select from among the various shelf positions based on whether the dish needs more or less heat from the top.

Fan Assisted Mode b

Position the thermostat selector “C”: Between 60°C and Max. The top and bottom heating elements and the fan, will come on. The temperature is the same throughout the oven and the air cooks and browns food uniformly over its entire sur- face. With this mode, you can also cook various dishes at the same time, as long as they cook at the same tempera- ture. A maximum of 2 shelves can be used at the same time, following the instructions in the section entitled: “Cook- ing On More Than One Shelf” (next page).

This fan assisted mode is particularly recommended for dishes requiring a gratin finish or for those requiring considerably prolonged cooking times, such as: lasagne, pasta bakes, roast chicken and potatoes, etc… Moreover, the excellent heat distribution makes it possible to use lower tempera- tures when cooking roasts. This results in less loss of juices, meat which is more tender and a decrease in the loss of weight for the roast. The fan assisted mode is especially suited for cooking fish, which can be prepared with the ad- dition of a limited amount of condiment, thus maintaining flavour and appearance.

The fan assisted mode is also perfect for baking cakes. This mode can also be used to thaw quickly white or red meat and bread by setting the temperature to 80 °C. To thaw more delicate foods, set the temperature to 60°C or use only the cold air circulation feature by setting the temperautre to 0°C.

Browning mode c

Position the temperature selector “C”: Between 60°C and Max.

Only the top heating element comes on.

This mode can be used to brown food at the end of cooking.

Grill d

Position the temperature selector “C” at Max. The top central heating element comes on.

The extremely high and direct temperature of the grill makes it possible to brown the surface of meats and roasts while locking in the juices to keep them tender. The grill is also highly recommended for dishes that require a high tempera- ture on the surface: beef steaks, veal, rib steak, filets, ham- burgers etc...

Some grilling examples are included in the “Cooking Advice” section.

Fanned Grill e

Cook food in 'fanned grill' mode with the oven door shut. Position the temperature selector “C”: between 60°C and 200°C.

The top central heating element and the fan come on. This combination of features increases the effectiveness of the grill through forced circulation of the air throughout the oven. This helps prevent food from burning on the surface, allow- ing the heat to penetrate right into the food. Excellent results are achieved with kebabs made with meats and vegeta- bles, sausages, ribs, lamb chops, chicken in a spicy sauce, pork chops, etc.

This mode is also ideal for cooking fish steaks, like sword- fish or tuna etc.

The oven light

To turn on the oven light, set the function selector “B” to the

8symbol. The light will stay on when any of the electrical heating elements in the oven come on.

Cooling ventilation

In order to cool down the exterior of the appliance, it is equipped with a cooling fan which comes on when the function selector “B” is not set to OFF.

During cooking, the fan is always on and a normal flow of air can be heard exiting between the oven door and the control panel.

Note. when cooking is finished, the fan stays on until the oven cools down sufficiently.

ST55X - ST52 specifications

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