CDA PC 15 SS Operation instructions

Twin cavity
ceramic cooker
PC 15 SS
Before operating this cooker,
please read these instructions carefully
Users Operating Instructions

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Dear Customer
Thank you for choosing one of our appliances, carefully designed and built by
our specialist staff and thoroughly tested to satisfy your cooking requirements.
We suggest that you read this Instruction Booklet so that you will understand
fully how to operate your appliance.
Please keep the booklet handy. You may wish to refer to it at a later date.
CDA
Important:
This appliance is designed and manufactured solely for the cooking of domestic
(household) food and is not suitable for any non domestic application and therefore
should not be used in a commercial environment.
The appliance guarantee will be void if the appliance is used within a non domestic
environment i.e. a semi commercial, commercial or communal environment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE
PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as
urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated
waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative
consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate
disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain
significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to
dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a
crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

Contents
Model PC 15 SS
Page Number
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembling the backguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features and technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Electronic programmer (main oven only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
How to use the vitroceramic hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
How to use the multifunction main oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
How to use the conventional oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Do’s and do not’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
For the installer
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Fitting the adjustable feet and levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-34
Electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Appliance servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of this CDA cooker which has been carefully designed
and produced to give you many years of satisfactory use.
Before using this appliance it is essential that the following instructions are carefully read and
fully understood.
We would emphasise that the installation section must be fully complied with for your safety
to ensure that you obtain the maximum benefits from your appliance.
Assembling the
backguard
Before installing the cooker,
assemble the backguard “V”
(fig. 1).
Please note that :
■The backguard “V” can be
found packed at the rear of
the cooker.
■Before assembling remove
any protective film/adhe-
sive tape.
■The backguard must be
fixed to the cooktop using
the three supports “B” sup-
plied with the appliance
(see fig. 1).
This cooker has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with:
- safety requirements of EEC Directive “Low voltage” 73/23;
- protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC” 89/336;
- requirements of EEC Directive 93/68.
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Features and technical data
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Multifunction main
oven
Conventional
oven
Attention: Detach the
appliance from the mains
if the ceramic hob is
cracked and contact the
After-Sales service.
Vitroceramic cooking hob
1. 3 circuits cooking zone Ø 180 1700 W
2. 3 circuits cooking zone Ø 145 1200 W
3. Oval cooking zone Ø 145 x 250 1800/1000 W
4. Double cooking zone Ø 210/120 2100/700 W
5. 3 circuits cooking zone Ø 145 1200 W
6. Cooking zone residual heat indicators
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Control panel
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Control panel - Controls description
1. Front right cooking zone control knob
2. Rear right
cooking zone control knob
3. Central
cooking zone control knob
4. Rear left
cooking zone control knob
5. Front left
cooking zone control knob
6. Multifunction main oven switch control knob
7. Multifunction main oven thermostat control knob
8. Electronic programmer (main oven only)
9. Conventional oven thermostat control knob
10. Conventional oven switch control knob
Pilot lamps:
11. Main oven thermostat indicator light
12. Conventional oven thermostat indicator light
13. Cooking hob ON indicator light
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Please note: This appliance incorporates a safety cooling fan which you will hear
operating whenever the oven or grill are in use. The cooling fan may also operate when
the oven is switched off.
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Electronic programmer (main oven only)
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Description of the buttons:
Timer
Cooking time
End of cooking time
Manual position and cancellation of
the inserted cooking programme
Advancement of the numbers of all
programmes
Turning back of the numbers of all
programmes and changing the
frequency of the audible signal.
Description of the lighted symbols:
AUTO -flashing - Programmer in
automatic position but not
programmed
AUTO -always lighted - Programmer in
automatic position with
programme inserted.
The electronic programmer is a device that groups together the following functions:
– 24 hour clock with illuminated display
– Timer (up to 23 hours and 59 minutes)
– Programme for automatic oven cooking
– Programme for semi-automatic oven cooking.
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Automatic cooking taking place
Timer in operation
and AUTO - flashing - Programme
error.
(The time of day lies between the
calculated cooking start and end
time).
Note: Select a function by the respective
button and, in 5 seconds, set the required
time with the / buttons (“one-
hand” operation).
A power cut zeroes the clock and cancels
the set programmes.

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Electronic clock (fig. 5)
The programmer is equipped with an
electronic clock with lighted numbers
which indicate hours and minutes.
Upon immediate connection of the oven
or after a blackout, three zeroes will flash
on the programmer panel.
To set the hour it is necessary to push the
button and then the or
button until you have set the exact hour
(fig. 5).
Alternatively, simultaneously push the
two buttons and at the same time
push the or button.
Note: Setting the clock deletes any
programme.
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Normal cooking without
the use of the
programmer
To manually use the oven, that is, without the
aid of the programmer, it is necessary to
cancel the flashing AUTO by pushing the
button (AUTO will be switched off and
the symbol will go on - Fig. 6).
Attention: If the AUTO is not flashing (which
means a cooking programme has already
been inserted), by pushing the button
you have cancelled the programme and
switched to manual.
Electronic timer
The timer programme consists only of a
buzzer which may be set for a maximum
period of 23 hours and 59 minutes.
If the AUTO is flashing push the
button.
To set the time, push the button and
the or until you obtain the
desired time (fig. 7).
Having finished the setting, the normal
time will appear on the panel and the
symbol will appear.
The countdown will start immediately
and may be seen at any moment on the
panel by simply pressing the button .
At the end of the time, the symbol
will be switched off and an intermittent
buzzer will go off; this can be stopped
by pressing any one of the buttons.
Altering the audible signal
By pressing the button you can
choose from three variations.

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Automatic oven cooking
To cook food automatically in the oven, it
is necessary to:
1. Set the length of the cooking time
2. Set the end of the cooking time
3.Set the temperature and the oven
cooking programme.
These operations are done in the
following way:
1.Set the length of the cooking time by
pushing the button and the
button to
advance, or to go back if
you have passed the desired time (fig.
8). The AUTO and the symbol will
be on.
2.Set the end of the cooking time by
pressing the button (the cooking
time already added to the clock time
will appear), and the button (fig.
9); if you pass the desired time you
may get back by pushing the
button.
After this setting, the symbol will go
off. If after this setting, the AUTO
flashes on the panel and a buzzer goes
off, it means there was an error in the
programming.
In this case, modify the end of cooking
time or the cooking time itself by
following the above instructions again.
3.Set the temperature and the cooking
programme by using the switch and
thermostat knobs of the oven (see
specific chapters).
Now the oven is programmed and every-
thing will work automatically, that is the
oven will turn on at the right moment to
end the cooking at the established time.
During cooking, the symbol remains
on.
By pushing the button you can see
the time that remains until the end of
cooking.
The cooking programme may be cancelled
in any moment by pushing .
At the end of the cooking time the oven
will turn off automatically, the symbol
will turn off, AUTO will flash and a buzzer
will sound, which can be turned off by
pushing any of the buttons.
Turn the switch and thermostat knobs to
zero and put the programmer onto
“manual” by pressing the button.
Attention: A power cut makes the clock
go to zero and cancels the set
programmes.
After a power cut three zeroes will flash
on the panel.

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Semi-automatic cooking
This is used to automatically switch off
the oven after the desired cooking time
has elapsed.
There are two ways to set your oven:
1. Set the length of the cooking time by
pushing the button and the
button to advance, or to go
backwards if you have passed the
desired time (Fig. 10).
or
2. Set the end of the cooking time by
pushing the button and the
button to advance, or to go
backwards if you have passed the
desired time (Fig. 11).
AUTO and the symbol will be on.
Then set the temperature and the
cooking programme using the oven
switch and thermostat knobs (see
specific chapters).
The oven is switched on and it will be
switched off automatically at the end of
the desired time.
During cooking, the symbol remains
on and by pressing the button you
can see the time that remains till the
end of the cooking.
The cooking programme can be
cancelled at any moment by pushing
the button.
At the end of cooking, the oven and the
symbol will turn off, the AUTO will
flash and a buzzer will sound; that can be
stopped by pushing any of the buttons.
Turn the switch and thermostat knobs to
zero and put the programmer onto
“manual” by pressing the button.

How to use the vitroceramic hob
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The ceramic surface of the hob allows a
fast transmission of heat in the vertical
direction, from the heating elements
underneath the ceramic glass to the pans
sat on it.
The heat does not spread in the horizontal
direction, so that the glass stays “cool” at
only a few centimeters from the cooking
plate.
The 5 cooking plates are shown by dark
disks on the ceramic surface.
3 circuit radiant zones
Incorporating 3 heating elements (fig. 13)
you can control and light up all 3 together
or separately by selecting from the 6 posi-
tions on the control knob (fig. 12).
The working temperature required is
reached in a very short time.
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Important note:
The heating elements incorporate a ther-
molimiter that switches the element
ON/OFF during all the settings to protect
the ceramic glass from overheating.
The use of incorrect pans and/or wrong
pan positioning will cause the tempera-
ture limiter to operate more frequently,
resulting in a reduction of cooking perfor-
mance.

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Second element Second element
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Double and oval radiant
zones
The heating element is formed of a coil of
resistant material which reaches the work-
ing temperature quickly.
Operation of the cooking zone is con-
trolled by a continuous energy regulator
from “1” to “12” (maximum temperature)
(fig. 14).
By switching on the second element (fig.
15 and 16), the surface area of the rear
right and central radiant zones can be
extended.
For this purpose, turn the control knob
(fig.
14 ) fully to the right (position ).
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After a short period of use, experience
will teach you which setting is the right
one for your needs.
Cooking hints
Heating
Cooking
Roasting-frying
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Cooking plate
controlled by a
7 position
switch
Cooking plate
controlled by a
12 position
switch
Type of cooking
Switched OFF
For melting operations
(butter, chocolate).
To maintain food hot and to
heat small quantities of liquid
(sauces, eggs).
To heat bigger quantities; to
whip creams and sauces.
(vegetables, fruits, soups).
Slow boiling, i.e.: boiled
meats, spaghetti, soups,
continuations of steam cooking
of roasts, stews, potatoes.
For every kind of frying, cutlets,
uncovered cooking, i.e.:
risotto.
Browning of meats, roasted
potatoes, fried fish, omelettes,
and for boiling large quantities
of water.
Fast frying, grilled steaks, etc.
Switching on the second
element (Double and oval
radiant plate only)
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Residual heat indicator
The hob also features 5 warning lights
which are connected to the correspond-
ing plates.
When the temperature of a cooking plate
is above 60°C, the relevant warning light
will also light up to warn of heat on the
surface of the hob.
This light also stay on after the cooking
plate has been switched off to show that
the hob surface is still hot.
This residual heat will lasts for a long time
after the cooking plate has been switched
off.
During this time you should avoid
touching the hob surface over the
cooking area.
Please pay special attention to ensure
that children are not allowed near the
hob.
The light will switch off automatically as
soon as the surface temperature of the
cooking plate falls below 60°C.
Cooking hints:
– To reduce the cooking time, you can
turn the control knob to the max when
you switch the plate on.
After a short time you can set the con-
trol knob to the position required for
cooking.
– You should only use pots and pans
with flat bases (pans with the test mark
for glass-ceramic hobs are available
from specialist shops).
The diameter of the pan should match
that of the cooking plate (or be slightly
bigger) to make the most of the energy.
– Since the cooking surface will stays hot
for a certain time after the plate has
been switched off, you can switch it
off 5 or 10 minutes before the end of
the cooking.
The residual heat of the hob will com-
plete the cooking.
– To save electricity, use pan lids when-
ever possible.
– Never cook the food directly on the
glass ceramic cooktop.
Caution!
the cooking hob becomes very hot
during operation.
Keep children well out of reach.
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DO NOT USE GLASSWARE ON CERAMIC HOBS.
DO NOT USE PANS WITH ROUGH CIRCULAR MACHINED BASE.
Deep fat frying
For safety purposes when deep fat frying,
do not fill the pan more than one third full
of oil.
DO NOT cover the pan with a lid and DO
NOT leave the pan unattended.
In the unfortunate event of a fire, leave the
pan where it is and turn off the control
knobs.
Place a damp cloth or lid over the pan to
smother the flames. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30minutes before moving the
pan.
DO NOT USE WATER ON THE FIRE.

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Safety hints:
– Before you switch the hob on, make sure
you know which knob controls the
required cooking plate. We advise you to
set the pan over the cooking plate before
switching it on. Remove the pan after you
have switched the cooking plate off.
– Do not use pots and pans with rough
bases (pay attention to cookware made
of cast-iron). Rough bases can damage
(scratch) the glass surface of the hob.
Make sure that the bottom of the pan is
dry and clean.
– Pots with aluminium bottoms may leave
silver streaks or spots on the hob.
– Do not leave wet or damp lids on the
hob.
– The glass-ceramic surface and pans must
be clean. Carefully remove any food
debris (especially containing sugar), dirt
etc. with the aid of a cleansing agent.
– Pan handles should never stand out
beyond the kitchen worktop, as there is
a great danger of knocking the pan over.
This will also ensure that children
cannot reach them.
– Do not use the hob if the glass
surface is broken or cracked in any
way. Please disconnect the hob from
the mains and contact the after-sales
service.
– Do not lean over the cooking plate when
in use.
– Do not lay cooking foil or plastic
materials on the ceramic surface when it
is hot.
– Remember that the surface remains hot
for a long time (about 30 min.) after the
cooking plate has been switched off.
– Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
Do not use the glass surface for storage.
Cleaning the hob
Before you begin cleaning make sure
that the appliance is switched off.
Remove spillages and other types of incrus-
tations.
Dust or food particles can be removed with
a damp cloth.
If you use a detergent, please make sure that
it is not abrasive or scouring. Abrasive or
scouring powders can damage the glass
surface of the hob.
All traces of the cleaner must be removed
with a damp cloth.
Do not put articles on the hob which can
melt: i.e plastic, aluminium foil, sugar, sugar
syrup mixtures etc.
If any of these products items have melted
on the ceramic surface, you should remove
it immediately (when the surface is still hot)
by using a scraper to avoid any permanent
damage to the surface of the hob.
(Available under part No. 103138).
Avoid using a knife or other sharp utensils
since these can damage the ceramic.
Do not use steel wool or an abrasive sponge
which could scratch the surface permanent-
ly.
ATTENTION: MOST IMPORTANT!
If cleaning the glass ceramic hob using
a special scraper tool take extra care to
avoid damaging the seal at the edges of
the glass ceramic surface.
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How to use the Multifunction main oven
Operating principles
Heating and cooking in the MULTI-FUNCTION oven are obtained in the following ways:
a. by normal convection
The heat is produced by the upper and lower heating elements.
b. by forced convection
A fan sucks in the air contained in the oven muffle, which sends it through the circular
heating element and then sends it back through the muffle. Before the hot air is
sucked back again by the fan to repeat the described cycle, it envelops the food in
the oven, provoking a complete and rapid cooking.
It is possible to cook several dishes simultaneously.
c. by semi-forced convection
The heat produced by the upper and lower heating elements is distributed
throughout the oven by the fan.
d. by radiation
The heat is radiated by the infra red grill element.
e. by radiation and ventilation
The irradiated heat from the infra red grill element is distributed throughout the oven
by the fan.
f. by ventilation
The food is defrosted by using the fan only function without heat.
General features
As its name indicates, this is an oven that presents particular features from an operational
point of view.
In fact, it is possible to insert 7 different programs to satisfy every cooking need.
The 7 positions, thermostatically controlled, are obtained by 4 heating elements which are:
– Bottom element 1400 W
– Top element 1000 W
– Grill element 2000 W
– Circular element 2500 W
– Fan motor 25 W
– Oven lamp 15 W
Note:
Upon first use, it is advisable to operate the oven for 30 minutes in the position and for anoth-
er 30 minutes at the maximum temperature (thermostat knob on position 250) in the positions
and , to eliminate possible traces of grease on the heating elements.
Clean the oven and accessories with warm water and washing-up liquid.
ATTENTION - MOST IMPORTANT
Pay special attention not to touch the
hot heating element inside the oven
cavity.
WARNING:
The door is hot, use the handle.

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250
225 150
200
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Function selector knob (Fig. 21)
Rotate the knob clockwise to set the oven for one of the following functions.
Thermostat knob (Fig. 20)
This only sets the cooking temperature and does not switch the oven on. Rotate
clockwise until the required temperature is reached (from 50 to 250°C).
The light between the thermostat and the function selector will illuminate when the oven is
switched on and turns off when the oven reaches the correct temperature.
The light will cycle on and off during cooking in line with the oven temperature.
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Oven light
By setting the knob to this position, only the oven light comes on (15 W).
It remains on in all the cooking modes.
Traditional convection cooking
The upper and lower heating elements come on. The heat is dispersed by natural
convection and the temperature must be set to between 50° and 250°C via the
thermostat knob.
The oven must be preheated before cooking.
Recommended for:
Food that requires the same degree of cooking both inside and out, for example roasts,
spare pork ribs, meringues etc.

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Hot air cooking
The circular element and fan come on. The heat is dispersed by forced convection and
the temperature can be regulated to between 50° and 250°C via the thermostat knob.
The oven does not require preheating.
Recommended for:
Food which has to be well-cooked outside and soft or rosy inside, for example
lasagne, lamb, roast beef, whole fish etc.
Defrosting frozen foods
Only the oven fan comes on. Use with the thermostat knob set to “●” - other positions have
no effect. The food is thawed by ventilation without heating.
Recommended for:
Quick thawing of frozen foods; one kg requires approximately 1 hour.
Thawing times vary according to the quantity and type of food to be thawed.
Grilling
The infrared grill element comes on. The heat is dispersed by radiation.
Use with the oven door closed and the thermostat knob to position 225°C for max 15
minutes, then to position 175°C.
For cooking hints, see the chapter “USE OF THE GRILL”.
Recommended for:
Intense grilling, browning, cooking au gratin and toasting etc.
It is recommended that you do not grill for longer than 30 minutes at any one time.
Caution: the oven door becomes very hot during operation. Keep children well out
of reach.

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Ventilated grill cooking
The infrared grill element and the fan come on. The heat is dispersed mainly by
radiation and the fan then distributes it all over the oven.
Use with the door closed. The temperature can be regulated via the thermostat knob
to between 50° and 175° max.
The oven must be preheated for approximately 5 minutes. For cooking hints, see the
chapter “GRILLING AND AU GRATIN.
Recommended for:
Grilling where quick browning on the outside is required to keep the juices in.
For example: veal steaks, chops, hamburgers etc.
It is recommended that you do not grill for longer than 30 minutes at any one
time.
Caution: the oven door becomes very hot during operation. Keep children well
out of reach.
Maintaining temperature after cooking or slowly
heating foods
The upper heating element, the circular element and the fan come on.
The heat is dispersed by forced convection with greater intensity in the upper part.
The temperature can be set to between 50° and 150°C via the thermostat knob.
Recommended for:
Keeping food warm after any type of cooking. Slow heating of cooked food.
Convection cooking with ventilation
The upper and lower heating elements come on and the fan.
The heat coming from above and below is dispersed by convection with ventilation.
The temperature can be set to between 50° and 250°C via the thermostat knob.
Recommended for:
Voluminous dishes and large quantities which require the same degree of cooking both
inside and out, for example rolled roasts, turkey, roast legs, cakes etc.

Cooking advice
Sterilization
Sterilization of foods to be conserved, in full and hermetically sealed jars, is done in the fol-
lowing way:
a. Set the switch to position .
b. Set the thermostat knob to position 185 °C and preheat the oven.
c. Fill the dripping pan with hot water.
d. Set the jars onto the dripping pan making sure they do not touch each other and the door
and set the thermostat knob to position 135 °C.
When sterilization has begun, that is, when the contents of the jars start to bubble, turn off
the oven and let cool.
Regeneration
Set the switch to position and the thermostat knob to position 150° C.
Bread becomes fragrant again if wet with a few drops of water and put into the oven for
about 10 minutes at the highest temperature.
Simultaneous cooking of different foods
The MULTI-FUNCTION oven set on position and gives a simultaneous
heterogeneous cooking of different foods. Different foods such as fish, cake and meat
can be cooked together without mixing the smells and flavors together. This is possible
since the fats and vapors are oxidized while passing through the electrical element and
therefore are not deposited onto the foods.
The only precautions to follow are:
– The cooking temperatures of the different foods must be as close to as possible, with
a maximum difference of 20° - 25 °C.
– The introduction of the different dishes in the oven must be done at different times in
relation to the cooking times of each one.
The time and energy saved with this type of cooking is obvious.
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