AEG BKH6S4M0 Steam Oven User Manual

AEG BKH6S4M0 Steam Oven

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The AEG Steam Oven is a high-performance appliance designed to provide superior cooking results with the help of steam technology. It offers a range of functions and features to make cooking easier, efficient, and enjoyable .

Product Features

• Steam cooking function
• Multiple oven functions: Varmluft, Over-/undervarme, Fugtighed lav, Pizza, Undervarme, Frosne madvarer, Fugtig varmluft, Grillstegning, Turbogrill, Menu
• Innovative touch controls with LED display
• Integrated thermometer for precise temperature control
• Water tank with indicator light
• Energy efficient design

Product Usage Instructions

1. Installation: Before using your AEG Steam Oven, ensure that it is properly installed by following the instructions provided in the user manual. Make sure to read the safety instructions carefully before installation.
2. Preheating: Preheat the oven to the required temperature before cooking to ensure optimal cooking results. Use the integrated thermometer for precise temperature control.
3. Cooking with steam: To cook with steam, fill the water tank with at least 900ml of water and place it back in its original position in the oven. Choose the steam cooking function and set the desired temperature.
4. Oven functions: The AEG Steam Oven offers multiple oven functions to cater to your cooking needs. Choose the appropriate function and set the desired temperature for optimal cooking results.
5. Water tank: The water tank has an indicator light that shows when it needs to be refilled. Refill the water tank when the indicator light shows a half-full or empty tank.
6. Cleaning: Clean the oven regularly to maintain its performance and longevity. Refer to the user manual for cleaning instructions.

With the AEG Steam Oven, cooking has never been easier, more efficient, or more enjoyable. Follow the usage instructions carefully to make the most of this high-performance appliance.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children of less than 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance and mobile devices with My AEG Kitchen .
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Keep children and pets away from the appliance when in use and when cooling down.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

General Safety

• This appliance is for cooking purposes only.
• This appliance is designed for single household domestic use in an indoor environment.
• This appliance may be used in, offices, hotel guest rooms, bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses and other similar accommodation where such use does not exceed (average) domestic usage levels.
• Only a qualified person must install this appliance and replace the cable.
• Do not use the appliance before installing it in the built-in structure.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before carrying out any maintenance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.
• WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements or the surface of the appliance cavity.
• Always use oven gloves to remove or insert accessories or ovenware.
• Use only the food sensor (core temperature sensor) recommended for this appliance.
• To remove the shelf supports first pull the front of the shelf support and then the rear end away from the side walls. Install the shelf supports in the opposite sequence.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the glass door since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
• Before pyrolytic cleaning, remove all accessories and excessive deposits/spills from the appliance cavity.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation
WARNING! Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not pull the appliance by the handle.
• Install the appliance in a safe and suitable place that meets installation requirements.
• Keep the minimum distance from other appliances and units.
• Before mounting the appliance, check if the appliance door opens without restraint.
• The appliance is equipped with an electric cooling system. It must be operated with the electric power supply.

Electrical connection
WARNING! Risk of fire and electric shock.

• All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Do not let mains cables touch or come near the appliance door or the niche below the appliance, especially when it operates or the door is hot.
• The shock protection of live and insulated parts must be fastened in such a way that it cannot be removed without tools.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• If the mains socket is loose, do not connect the mains plug.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• Use only correct isolation devices: line protecting cut-outs, fuses (screw type fuses removed from the holder), earth leakage trips and contactors.
• The electrical installation must have an isolation device which lets you disconnect the appliance from the mains at all poles. The isolation device must have a contact opening width of minimum 3 mm.
• Fully close the appliance door before you connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
• This appliance is supplied with a main plug and a main cable.

The earth cord (green / yellow cable) must be 2 cm longer than the brown phase and blue neutral cables.

Use
WARNING! Risk of injury, burns and electric shock or explosion.

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
• Do not let the appliance stay unattended during operation.
• Deactivate the appliance after each use.
• Be careful when you open the appliance door while the appliance is in operation. Hot air can release.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or when it has contact with water.
• Do not apply pressure on the open door.
• Do not use the appliance as a work surface or as a storage surface.
• Open the appliance door carefully. The use of ingredients with alcohol can cause a mixture of alcohol and air.
• Do not let sparks or open flames to come in contact with the appliance when you open the door.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not share your Wi-Fi password.

WARNING! Risk of damage to the appliance.

• • To prevent damage or discoloration to the enamel:
  • do not put ovenware or other objects in the appliance directly on the bottom.
  • do not put aluminium foil directly on the bottom of cavity of the appliance.
  • do not put water directly into the hot appliance.
  • do not keep moist dishes and food in the appliance after you finish the cooking.
  • be careful when you remove or install the accessories.
• Discoloration of the enamel or stainless steel has no effect on the performance of the appliance.
• Use a deep pan for moist cakes. Fruit juices cause stains that can be permanent.
• Always cook with the appliance door closed.
• If the appliance is installed behind a furniture panel (e.g. a door) make sure the door is never closed when the appliance operates. Heat and moisture can build up behind a closed furniture panel and cause subsequent damage to the appliance, the housing unit or the floor. Do not close the furniture panel until the appliance has cooled down completely after use.

Care and cleaning
WARNING! Risk of injury, fire, or damage to the appliance.

• Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Make sure the appliance is cold. There is the risk that the glass panels can break.
• Replace immediately the door glass panels when they are damaged. Contact the Authorised Service Centre.
• Be careful when you remove the door from the appliance. The door is heavy!
• Clean regularly the appliance to prevent the deterioration of the surface material.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Use only neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
• If you use an oven spray, follow the safety instructions on its packaging.

Pyrolytic cleaning
WARNING! Risk of Injury / Fires / Chemical Emissions (Fumes) in Pyrolytic Mode.

• Before carrying out the pyrolytic cleaning and initial preheating remove from the oven cavity:
  • any excess food residues, oil or grease spills / deposits.
  • any removable objects (including shelves, side rails, etc., provided with the appliance) especially any non-stick pots, pans, trays, utensils, etc.
• Read carefully all the instructions for pyrolytic cleaning.
• Keep children away from the appliance while the pyrolytic cleaning operates. The appliance becomes very hot and hot air is released from the front cooling vents.
• Pyrolytic cleaning is a high temperature operation that can release fumes from cooking residues and construction materials, as such consumers are advised to:
  • provide good ventilation during and after the pyrolytic cleaning.
  • provide good ventilation during and after the initial preheating.
• Do not spill or apply water on the oven door during and after the pyrolytic cleaning to avoid damaging the glass panels.
• Fumes released from all pyrolytic ovens /cooking residues as described are not harmful to humans, including children, or persons with medical conditions.
• Keep pets away from the appliance during and after the pyrolytic cleaning and initial preheating. Small pets (especially birds and reptiles) can be highly sensitive to temperature changes and emitted fumes.
• Non-stick surfaces on pots, pans, trays, utensils etc., can be damaged by the high temperature pyrolytic cleaning operation of all pyrolytic ovens and can be also a source for low level harmful fumes.

Steam Cooking

• • Released Steam can cause burns:
  – Do not open the appliance door during the steam cooking operation.
  – Open the appliance door with care after the steam cooking operation.

Internal lighting
WARNING! Risk of electric shock.

• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.
• This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G.
• Use only lamps with the same specifications.

Service

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.

Disposal
WARNING! Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Contact your municipal authority for information on how to dispose of the appliance.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and dispose of it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children or pets from becoming trapped in the appliance.

INSTALLATION

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Securing the oven to the cabinet

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

General overview

1. Control panel
2. Knob for the heating functions 3 Display
3. Control knob
4. Water drawer
5. Heating element
6. Socket for the food sensor 8 Lamp
7. Fan
8. Shelf support, removable 11 Draining pipe
9. Water outlet valve
10. Shelf positions
11. Steam inlet

Accessories

• Wire shelf
  For cookware, cake tins, roasts.

• Baking tray
  For cakes and biscuits.

• Grill- / Roasting pan
  To bake and roast or as pan to collect fat.

• Food sensor
  To measure how far the food is cooked.

• Telescopic runners
  With the telescopic runners you can put in and remove the shelves more easily.

CONTROL PANEL

Retractable knobs
To use the appliance press the knob. The knob comes out.

Control panel overview

Display

BEFORE FIRST USE
WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

Initial cleaning

Wireless connection
To connect the appliance you need:

• Wireless network with the Internet connection.
• Mobile device connected to the same wireless network.

Software licences
The software in this product contains components that are based on free and open source software. AEG acknowledges the contributions of the open software and robotics communities to the development project. To access the source code of these free and open source software components whose license conditions require publishing, and to see their full copyright information and applicable license terms, visit: http://aeg.opensoftwarerepository.com (folder NIUS).

DAILY USE

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

How to set: Heating functions

Heating functions

Notes on: Moist Fan Baking This function was used to comply with the energy efficiency class and ecodesign requirements (according to EU 65/2014 and
EU 66/2014). Tests according to:
IEC/EN 60350-1
The oven door should be closed during cooking so that the function is not interrupted and the oven operates with the highest energy efficiency possible. When you use this function the lamp automatically turns off after 30 sec. For the cooking instructions refer to “Hints and tips” chapter, Moist Fan Baking. For general energy saving recommendations refer to “Energy Efficiency” chapter, Energy Saving.

Water tank

How to set: Assisted Cooking
Every dish in this submenu has a recommended heating function and temperature. Use the function to prepare a dish quickly with default settings. You can also adjust the time and the temperature during cooking.
When the function ends check if the food is ready.

Assisted Cooking

CLOCK FUNCTIONS

Clock functions

How to set: Clock functions

USING THE ACCESSORIES

Inserting accessories
A small indentation at the top increases safety. The indentations are also anti-tip devices. The high rim around the shelf prevents cookware from slipping of the shelf.

• Wire shelf:
  Push the shelf between the guide bars of the shelf support and make sure that the feet point down.

• Baking tray / Deep pan:
  Push the tray between the guide bars of the shelf support.

Food Sensor
Food Sensor – measures the temperature inside the food.

How to use: Food Sensor

Accessories for steam cooking
The steam kit accessories are not supplied with the oven. For more information, please contact your local supplier.

The dietary baking dish for steam cooking functions
Dietary Baking dish consists of a glass bowl (A), a lid (B), injector tube (C), injector (D), and a steel grill (E).

• Do not put the hot baking dish on cold / wet surfaces.
• Do not pour cold liquids into the baking dish when it is hot.
• Do not use the baking dish on a hot cooking surface.
• Do not clean the baking dish with abrasives, scourers and powders.

Steam cooking in a dietary baking dish

1. Step 1 Put the baking dish on the steel grill and cover it with the lid. Put the injector tube into the hole in the lid. Put the baking dish onto the second shelf position from the bottom.
2. Step 2 Connect the injector tube to the steam inlet.
3. Step 3 Set the oven for the steam cooking function.

Direct steam cooking
Put the baking dish on the steel grill. Add some water. Do not use the lid.
WARNING! The injector may be hot when oven operates. Always use oven gloves. Remove the injector from the oven when you do not use steam function.

1. Step 1 Connect injector with injector tube. Connect injector tube to the steam inlet.
2. Step 2 Put the baking dish onto the first or second shelf position from the bottom. Make sure that injector tube is not jammed. Keep the injector away from the heating element.
3. Step 3 Set the oven for the steam cooking function.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Lock

Automatic switch-off
For safety reasons the appliance turns off after some time, if a heating function works and you do not change any settings.

The Automatic switch-off does not work with the functions: Light, Food sensor, Time Delay.

Cooling fan
When the appliance operates, the cooling fan turns on automatically to keep the surfaces of the appliance cool. If you turn off the appliance, the cooling fan can continue to operate until the appliance cools down.

HINTS AND TIPS

Cooking recommendations
The temperature and cooking times in the tables are guidelines only. They depend on the recipes and the quality and quantity of the ingredients used. Your appliance may bake or roast differently to the appliance you had before. The hints below show recommended settings for temperature, cooking time and shelf position for specific types of the food. If you cannot find the settings for a special recipe, look for the similar one.

Moist Fan Baking
For the best results follow suggestions listed in the table below.

Moist Fan Baking – recommended accessories
Use the dark and non-reflective tins and containers. They have better heat absorption than the light colour and reflective dishes.

Cooking tables for test institutes
Information for test institutes Tests according to IEC 60350-1.

CARE AND CLEANING

Notes on cleaning

How to remove: Shelf supports
Remove the shelf supports to clean the oven.

• Step 1 Turn off the oven and wait until it is cold.
• Step 2 Pull the front of the shelf support away from the side wall.
• Step 3 Pull the rear end of the shelf support away from the side wall and remove it.
• Step 4 Install the shelf supports in the oppo‐ site sequence. The retaining pins on the telescopic runners must point to the front.

How to use: Pyrolytic Cleaning
Clean the oven with Pyrolytic Cleaning.
WARNING! There is a risk of burns.
CAUTION! If there are other appliances installed in the same cabinet, do not use them at the same time as this function. It can cause damage to the oven.

Cleaning Reminder

How to clean: Water tank

1. Step 1 Turn off the oven.
2. Step 2 Place a deep pan below the steam inlet.
3. Step 3 Pour water into the water drawer: 850 ml. Add citric acid: 5 teaspoons. Wait for 60 min.
4. Step 4 Turn on the oven and set the function: Humidity Low. Set the temperature to 230 °C. Turn off the oven after 25 min and wait until it is cold.
5. Step 5 Turn on the oven and set the function: Humidity Low. Set the temperature between 130 and 230 °C. Turn off the oven after 10 minutes and wait until it is cold.

How to remove and install: Door
The oven door has three glass panels. You can remove the oven door and the internal glass panels to clean them. Read the whole “Removing and installing door” instruction before you remove the glass panels.
CAUTION! Do not use the oven without the glass panels.

1. Step 1 Open the door fully and hold both hinges.
2. Step 2 Lift and pull the latches until they click.
3. Step 3 Close the oven door halfway to the first opening position. Then lift and pull to remove the door from its seat.
4. Step 4 Put the door on a soft cloth on a stable surface.
5. Step 5 Hold the door trim (B) on the top edge of the door at the two sides and push inwards to release the clip seal.
6. Step 6 Pull the door trim to the front to remove it.
7. Step 7 Hold the door glass panels by their top edge and carefully pull them out one by one. Start from the top panel. Make sure the glass slides out of the supports completely.
8. Step 8 Clean the glass panels with water and soap. Dry the glass panels carefully. Do not clean the glass panels in the dishwasher.
9. Step 9 After cleaning, install the glass panels and the oven door.
   If the door is installed correctly, you will hear a click when closing the latches.

Make sure that you put the glass panels (A and B) back in the correct sequence. Check for the symbol / printing on the side of the glass panel, each of the glass panels looks different to make the disassembly and assembly easier. When installed correctly the door trim clicks. Make sure that you install the middle panel of glass in the seats correctly.

How to replace: Lamp
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. The lamp can be hot.
Always hold the halogen lamp with a cloth to prevent grease residue from burning on the lamp.

Back lamp

1. Step 1 Turn the glass cover to remove it.
2. Step 2 Clean the glass cover.
3. Step 3 Replace the lamp with a suitable 300 °C heat-resistant lamp.
4. Step 4 Install the glass cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters.

What to do if…
In any cases not included in this table please contact with an Authorised Service Centre.

Service data
If you cannot find a solution to the problem yourself, contact your dealer or an Authorised Service Centre. The necessary data for the service centre is on the rating plate. The rating plate is on the front frame of the appliance cavity. Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance cavity.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Product Information and Product Information Sheet

Energy saving
The appliance has features which help you save energy during everyday cooking.

• Make sure that the appliance door is closed when the appliance operates. Do not open the appliance door too often during cooking.

• Keep the door gasket clean and make sure it is well fixed in its position.

• Use metal cookware to improve energy saving.

• When possible, do not preheat the appliance before cooking.

• Keep breaks between baking as short as possible when you prepare a few dishes at one time.

• Cooking with fan
  When possible, use the cooking functions with fan to save energy.

• Residual heat
  The fan and lamp continue to operate. When you turn off the appliance, the display shows the residual heat. You can use that heat to keep the food warm.
  When the cooking duration is longer than 30 min, reduce the appliance temperature to minimum 3 – 10 min before the end of cooking. The residual heat inside the appliance will continue to cook.
  Use the residual heat to warm up other dishes.
  Keep food warm
  Choose the lowest possible temperature setting to use residual heat and keep a meal warm. The residual heat indicator or temperature appears on the display.
  Cooking with the lamp off
  Turn off the lamp during cooking. Turn it on only when you need it.

• Moist Fan Baking
  Function designed to save energy during cooking. When you use this function the lamp automatically turns off after 30 sec. You may turn on the lamp again but this action will reduce the expected energy savings.

MENU STRUCTURE

Menu

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

Recycle materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

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