ARDESTO MEO-N40GR Electric Oven Instruction Manual

ARDESTO MEO-N40GR Electric Oven Instruction Manual

SAFETY REGULATIONS

Actions to be taken before using the oven and security warnings. Safety instructions which will help to prevent the danger of personal injury, material damage are situated in this section.

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before using the device.
• Never use your appliance for other than intended purpose. This appliance is household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• In any case, do not use your oven if your electrical installation does not comply with electrical safety standards in force.
• Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the voltage of your mains. The information is indicated on the plate located on the back of the oven. Do not remove this plate under any circumstances.
• Make sure the amperage listed on your electric installation and the circuit breaker is at least 16 amps.
• Your oven has a grounding plug. This plug must definitely be used with a grounding plug socket.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• Using your oven and other equipment on the same electric circuit can cause electrical overload may blow the fuse or turn the circuit is broken.
• If you are not sure about the correct connection of the device to the mains, contact a qualified person for help.
• Do not place flammable materials around the product.
• Do not cover the oven with cloth, nylon, etc.
• Electrical connections should not touch on the back surface, connections may be damaged.
• Do not use the product in a closed cabinet or at floor level.
• Do not use the door and/or oven handle to carry or move the oven.
• Do not put your product on the plastic surfaces or on devices such as refrigerators, dishwashers because it can damage the heat sensitive materials while the oven is running. Do not put things on the oven, especially those that can be deformed under the influence of high temperatures.
• Do not place objects on the oven door when it is open. Do not hang objects on the oven door.
• Remove packaging material and promotional stickers before use.
• Packaging materials may be dangerous for children. Keep packaging materials out of the reach of children.
• Do not put aluminum foil to the lower part of the oven cavity in any case. Doing so may interfere with the proper operation of the thermostat and damage your oven.
• Do not place accessories on the cooking compartment floor. Do not cover the cooking compartment floor with any sort of foil or greaseproof paper.
• Do not place ovenware on the cooking compartment floor if a temperature of over 50 ºC has been set. This will cause heat to accumulate. The baking and roasting times will no longer be correct and the enamel will be damaged.
• Do not pour water into the cooking compartment when it is hot. This will cause steam. The temperature change can cause damage to the enamel .
• Do not store moist food in the cooking compartment when it is closed for prolonged periods. This might damage the device.
• When baking particularly juicy fruit pies, do not pack the baking tray too generously. Fruit juice dripping from the baking tray leaves stains that cannot be removed.
• Do not let the cord run on a table, cabinet, or near a heat source. The power cord should never be near a source of heat or a sharp or near a cutting surface angle.
• Do not pull, twist, pinch, or wind the power cord on anything.
• Never pull the cord to unplug the device. To disconnect from the mains, hold only the plug.
• Do not pass near gas appliances. Due to the reason, the cable insulation may be harmed.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Temperature and moisture occur during cooking process. Make sure that your kitchen is well-ventilated. It may be required additional ventilation when your product runs intensively for a long time. You can open the window or increase the intensity of other means of ventilation.
• Disconnect your device after each use and before cleaning. Wait until it is completely cold before cleaning or storing.
• Do not wipe with a damp cloth and do not wet the front glass while the oven is still hot. Be careful not to get water on the hot glass.
• To prevent electric shock and fire, do not immerse the device, cord or plug in water or other liquids. If it happens, unplug it immediately and contact an authorized service center for inspection.
• Do not attempt to use your oven in the bathroom, outdoor environments and areas carrying the risk of water splashes. Never clean your oven with steam cleaners. The electrical circuit can be damaged from moisture.
• Do not expose oven to heat or moisture.
• Do not use accessories other than those supplied with the oven. This could damage the unit. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer accessories may be hazardous.
• Place your oven on a plain, stable and heat-resistant surface which can withstand temperatures above 90 °C. To ensure normal ventilation and heat dissipation, leave a free space around the device of at least 100 mm on the sides and at least 750 mm above the device.
• Use cooking gloves or oven mitts when placing or removing food from the oven.
• Attention! Hot surface! The outer surfaces of the oven may become hot during use.
• The product may be hot during use. Do not touch hot segments, oven interiors, heating elements, etc. Use the insulating handle to open the door.
• Cooked food creates steam. Therefore, in order to protect body parts from burns, open the door gradually. First, carefully open the oven by 5 cm to allow hot air to escape from the oven. After that, open the oven door completely.
• Do not let your oven out of your attention when in use.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
• This appliance can be used by children form 8 years and above and people 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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
• Before installing, moving, maintaining or cleaning the product, it is necessary to disconnect it from the power supply.
• Warning: Do not heat food in closed containers and glass jars in the oven. Danger of explosion!
• Never use your oven if it is damaged. Never use your oven if the cord or plug is damaged. To avoid electric shock, do not disassemble the device. Bad reassembly of the device can cause a short circuit. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.
• If your device does not work, contact the after-sales service of your dealer or an authorized service center.
• Check the appliance, power cord and plug regularly for signs of damage. If such signs are detected, disconnect the device from the power supply and contact an authorized service center. To disconnect from the power supply, switch off through the fuse of your house.
• This appliance is intended for use in domestic and similar conditions, in particular:
  • in kitchen areas for staff in stores, offices and other industrial conditions, on agricultural farms;
  • customers in hotels, motels, and other residential-type infrastructure;
  • in private pensions.

CAUTION: The warranty does not cover failures due to improper use of the device, failure to follow instructions in the manual, a lack of maintenance or normal wear

EQUIPMENT

Electric oven
Rectangular baking tray
Round baking tray
Grill rack
Rotisserie spit (optional: depending on the model)
Non-slip feet (4 pcs)
Distance limiters (2 pcs)
User manual (warranty card included)

OVEN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLATION

• Install the feet as shown in the figure and fix with screws.
  

• It is also recommended to install distance limiters to the rear wall as shown in the figure and fix with screws. Depending on the model, the shape and size of the limiters differ.
  

• Remove any packaging material and marketing stickers from the oven.

• Place the appliance on a fully horizontal surface in order to achieve easy and correct using. The table top should be heat-proof and the furniture in contact with the oven must be heat resistant.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. For sufficient ventilation, there must be a space of at least 750 mm above the oven and 100 mm on each side.

• Check if the door of the appliance can be opened freely.

• For the connection of the oven you will need a 230V supply socket protected with a 16A fuse, and provided with a suitable ground contact.

• In case you should need an extension cable it must be 3×2,5mm2 at least and the continuity of its ground connector must be checked. If the indication lamps show a slight twinkling light when the switches are in position “0” then inverse the plug in the socket.

• Don’t cut the plug from the supply cord. This device was not designed for a permanent connection with the mains supply. Remove the plug from the wall socket after each use.

BEFORE THE FIRST TIME USE

• Before using the oven for the first time, heat it empty with the door closed at a temperature of 200 °C for about 30 minutes until the characteristic smell evaporates. It should be done in a well-ventilated room. This smell is caused by the insulation material and will disappear soon. At the end, return the thermostat to position 0.

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

Timer: mechanical control of setting the cooking time up to 90 minutes.

By turning the knob to the right, bring it to the required value. When the set time expires, an acoustic signal will sound and the oven will stop working. To turn off the oven, turn the timer knob to the off position. In order not to limit cooking with a 90-minute timer, turn the knob counterclockwise and set it to the manual position (between off and 90-min position). When the manual position is activated, the oven will work until you turn it off by yourself.

Temperature regulator (thermostat): setting the cooking temperature in the range of 50-280 °C. To select the required cooking temperature, turn the knob clockwise.

Selection of cooking mode. May vary depending on your model:

To select the required heating mode, turn the knob clockwise to the icon of the required mode.
Depending on the model, there may be the following heating modes for cooking:

bottom heating mode: only the bottom heating element works
top heating mode: only the top heating element works
top and bottom heating elements mode: both heating elements work
spit mode: heating elements work and the spit rotates. Firstly the spit must be installed in the grooves on the sides of the inner chamber of the oven.
all of above modes can be combined with convection. To turn on the fan, press the corresponding button.

NOTE: The oven will not start until the timer and heat knob are in the on position.

USING THE OVEN

• Insert the plug into a grounded outlet.
• Set the timer to a reasonable value.
• Select the cooking mode and set the desired temperature.

When the oven temperature reaches the set point, the thermostat indicator goes out.
When the temperature starts to fall below the set value, the indicator will light up again. Thus, the adjusted temperature is maintained during cooking.
It is recommended to preheat the oven for 10 minutes. After preheating, put the baking tray on the required level.
When cooking on the grill rack, grease the grate with vegetable oil to prevent the food from burning.
When cooking on the grill rack or spit, place the baking tray on the bottom shelf of the oven

Top and bottom heating. This is the main mode for all models of ovens, it is also called: traditional, classic or static. Simultaneous operation of the upper and lower heaters ensures uniform heat distribution and natural convection. The mode is suitable for pastries, stuffed vegetables, roasts and for baking in open dishes.

Bottom heating. Recommended for pies with moist fillings, for reheating ready meals and creating a golden crust on the bottom. The mode is suitable for cooking in dishes that do not conduct heat well (glass and aluminum dishes, pots for roasting).

Top heating. It is used for browning crust or breading, for cooking dishes in molds (julienne, casserole, lasagna, pudding) and frying vegetables, fish, etc. on the grill rack.

Spit. For grilling chicken, barbecue, fish, etc. Turning over on a spit, the dish will be evenly baked on all sides, and the dish itself will be very juicy and tasty.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR COOKING WITH CONVECTION MODE

Combining with different types of heating, convection helps to cook food more evenly.

| Thermostat position| Cooking time (min)
---|---|---
Cake| 170| 25-35
Pie| 170-200| 20-30
Pie with raisins| 170| 20-30
Apple pie| 170| 20-25
Fruit pie| 170| 20-30
Sugar cookies| 150-160| 20-35
Puff pastry| 200| 25-35
Cake (in baking form)| 170| 30-40
Biscuit cookies| 170| 12-25
Pork| 230| 90-100
Lamb| 230| 90-100
Veal| 250| 90-100
Chicken (pieces)| 230| 65-75
Fish| 230| 15-25

Notes

• Recommendations for placing the deck on the upper level.
• The total weight of the ingredients is 500 g.
• The values are approximate, as the result depends on the type, condition, quantity and region of origin of the ingredients, your personal preferences.
• Add 10 minutes of preheating to the time.
• Using a baking form gives better results.

CARE AND CLEANING

• Before cleaning the appliance, switch off the appliance and remove the plug from the outlet.
• Clean only after the oven has cooled down.
• Do not use abrasive detergents, any organic solvents or aggressive chemicals.
• Never clean the device and accessories in the dishwasher.
• Do not immerse the oven in water or other liquids.
• Use normal non-abrasive products and, if necessary, a wooden or plastic tool.
• Never use a steel sponge or a sharp knife, this can damage the surface of the product.
• To clean the inside of the oven, wipe the walls, bottom and door with a cloth dampened in a mild soapy solution, then wipe with a dry, clean cloth.
• Wipe the outside of the oven with a damp cloth and then with a dry cloth.
• Allow the device to cool and dry completely before storing it.
  If you are not going to use the oven for a long time, make sure it is clean and free of food residue. Store in the box in a clean, dry place.

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Manufacturing and packaging materials are recyclable. Check with your local authorities about the most correct way to dispose these materials when they are no longer useful to you.

Warranty conditions

The plant guarantees normal operation of the product within 12 months from the date of the sale, provided that the consumer complies with the rules of operation and care provided by this Manual.
Service life of the product is 5 years. In order to avoid any misunderstanding we kindly ask you to carefully study the Owner’s Manual, the terms of warranty, and check the correctness of filling the Warranty Card. The Warranty Card is valid only if the following information is correctly and clearly stated: model, serial number of the product, date of sale, clear seals of the companyseller, signature of the buyer. The model and serial number of the product must correspond to those specified in the Warranty Card.
If these terms are violated, and if the information specified in the Warranty Card is changed, erased or rewritten, the Warranty Card is considered invalid.
Setup and installation (assembly, connection, etc.) of the appliance are described in the attached documentation; they can be carried out both by the user, and by specialists having the necessary qualification sent by USC or selling companies (on a paid basis). In this case, the person (the institution) installing the appliance shall be responsible for the correctness and quality of installation (setup). Please pay attention to the importance of the correct installation of the appliance, both for its reliable operation, and for obtaining warranty and free service. Require the installation specialist to enter all the necessary information about the installation in the Warranty Card.
In case of failure of the appliance during the warranty period by the fault of the manufacturer, the owner is entitled to free warranty repair upon presentation of the correctly filled Warranty Card together with the appliance in the factory configuration packed in the original packaging to the warranty workshop or the place of its purchase. Satisfaction of the customer’s claim due to the fault of the manufacturer shall be made in accordance with the law «On Protection of Consumers’ Rights». In the case of warranty repair the warranty period shall be extended for the period of repair and shipment.

WARRANTY CARD

Dear Buyer! Congratulations on your purchase of the ARDESTO brand appliance, which was designed and manufactured in accordance with the highest quality standards, and we thank you for choosing this particular instrument.

We ask you to keep the coupon during the warranty period. When purchasing a product, require a full warranty card.

1. Warranty service is carried out only if there is a correctly and clearly filled original warranty card, which indicates: product model, date of sale, serial number, warranty service period, and the seller’s seal. *
2. The service life of household appliances is 5 years.
3. The product is intended for consumer use. When using the product in commercial activities, the seller / manufacturer does not bear warranty obligations, after-sales service is performed on a paid basis.
4. Warranty repair is carried out within the period specified in the warranty card for the product in an authorized service center on the conditions and terms determined by applicable law.
5. The product is withdrawn from the warranty in case of violation by the consumer of the operating rules set forth in the instruction manual.
6. The product is removed from warranty service in the following cases:
   • misuse and non-consumer use;
   • mechanical damage;
   • damage caused by the ingress of foreign objects, substances, liquids, insects;
   • damage caused by natural disasters (rain, wind, lightning, etc.), fire, domestic factors (excessive humidity, dust, aggressive environment, etc.)
   • damage caused by non-compliance of power and cable network parameters with state standards and other similar factors;
   • when operating equipment in the power supply network with a missing single ground loop;
   • in case of violation of seals installed on the product;
   • lack of serial number of the device, or inability to identify it.
7. The warranty does not cover consumables and accessories, as well as filters, shelves, drawers, stands and other containers for storing products.
8. The warranty period is 12 months from the date of sale.

• Tear-off maintenance tickets are provided by an authorized service center.

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