USES OF THE BOTTOM HEAT

FUNCTION

This function can be used to finish off dishes that
may require extra base heat or where base
browning and crispness are required by pizzas or
pies.
Some pizzas should be cooked directly on the oven
shelf. To prevent soiling the oven base, place a
baking tray in one of the lower positions.

SELECTING THE BOTTOM HEAT

FUNCTION

Towards the end of the 'Cook' time, scroll through
the main oven function selectors using or
until the 'Bottom Heat' neon is illuminated.
Wait 5 seconds until your choice is confirmed
and the neon stops flashing.
The temperature will automatically set to 150°C.
If you wish to alter the set temperature you may
do so by pressing or until the required
temperature setting is reached.
Note
This function should not be used for the entire
cooking time. It is intended as a support function
only.

THE EFFECTS OF DISHES ON

COOKING RESULTS

Dishes and tins vary in their thickness,
conductivity, colour, etc, which affects the way they
transmit heat to the food inside them. The material
and finish of the baking trays and dishes used will
affect base browning.
Aluminium, earthenware, oven glassware and
bright shiny utensils reduce cooking and
underneath browning.
Enamelled cast iron, anodised aluminium,
aluminium with non-stick interior and coloured
exterior and dark, heavy utensils increase
cooking and underneath browning.
Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to
ensure even browning.
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BOTTOM HEAT
Do not place dishes, tins or baking
trays directly on the oven base as
damage will occur.