Panasonic HL-FD615SJPQ User manual

Operating and Installation Instructions 2 - 19
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic product.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate or service this product.
• For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully and follow safety precautions when
using this product.
• Before using this product please pay extra attention to “Safety Precautions” (Page 3 - 5).
Keep this Operating and Installation Instructions for future use
Operating and Installation Instructions
Household Use
Built-in Oven
Model No. : HL-FD615SJPQ

Safety Precautions 3 - 5
Parts Identification 6 - 7
• Parts Identification 6
• Accessories
7
• Control Panel
7
Using the Oven 8 - 12
• Function Setting
8
• Before Using the Oven 9
• While Using the Oven 9
• Operations
10
• Rack Placement Warning
10
• Cooking Advice and Instructions 11 - 12
• Tips for Energy Saving 12
Cleaning and Maintenance 13 - 14
• Cleaning the Oven Door 13
• Cleaning the Inside of the Oven 13
• Bulb Replacement
14
Specifications 15
For Installer
Installation Instructions 16 - 19
• IMPORTANT
16
• Electrical Connection
16 - 17
• Positioning the Oven 18 - 19
• Securing the Oven to a Cabinet 19
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Tables of Contents

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In order to prevent accidents or injuries to the users, other people, and damage to
property, please follow the instructions below.
ڦThe following charts indicate the degree of damage caused by wrong operation.
ڦThe symbols are classified and explained as follows.
Safety Precautions
Make sure to follow these instruc tions
WARNING
Indicate
serious injury
or death.
CAUTION
Indicate risk of
injury or property
damage.
These symbols indicate
prohibition.
This symbol indicates requirement
that must be followed.
WARNING
Stop using the product when any
abnormality/failure occurs and
turn ‘OFF’ the isolating switch or
remove power plug if fitted.
(Risk of smoke/fire/electric shock)
Example of abnormality/failure:
• Abnormal noise or heat.
• Abnormal emission of smoke, fire.
• The product sometimes does not start
when turned on.
• The power is sometimes disconnected
when the cord is moved.
• Burnt odour or abnormal noise is
detected during operation.
• The body is deformed or abnormally
hot.
• The Oven door is cracked.
Contact a Panasonic Authorised
Service Centre immediately for
maintenance/repair.
The oven must be earthed. Plug
the power cord to socket outlet
with earthing continuity terminal.
Improper grounding could cause
electric shock.
If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
Ensure that the appliance is
switched OFF before replacing the
lamp to avoid the possibility of
electric shock.
When disconnecting the Power
Plug, hold the plug itself. Do not
pull the cord in anyway. The cord
may be damaged and may cause
fire or electric shock.
The means for disconnection must
be incorporated in the fixed wiring
in accordance with the wiring
rules.
This appliance is necessary to
allow disconnection from the
supply after installation. The
disconnection may be achieved
by having the plug accessible or
by incorporating a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the
wiring rules.
Be sure to disconnect the Power
Plug from the wall outlet or switch
OFF the external switch before
maintenance, repair or service.
Also, do not handle the Power Plug
or external switch with wet hand.

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Safety Precautions
Make sure to follow these instruc tions
Installation and servicing must be
carried out by competent persons
in accordance with the regulation
in force.
Never obstruct the openings and
slits provided for ventilation and
heat release.
Before the oven is operated, all
the protective film applied must
be removed (apart from the Name
Plate).
Take care that no objects are stuck
in the door of the oven.
Please use caution when
unpacking, installing or moving
this product, as some exposed
edges may be sharp to the touch
and may cause injury if not
handled with care.
Oven become very hot during use.
Suitable heat-proof gloves should
be worn when handling.
All cooking operations must take
place with the door closed.
CAUTION
WARNING
This appliance is not intended
for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
During use the appliance becomes
hot. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements inside
the oven.
Accessible parts may become hot
during use. Young children should
be kept away.
Make sure the Wire Shelf and
Enamel Baking Tray are fully
inserted and not in contact with
the glass door, it may cause
shattering of glass door.
Insert the Power Plug firmly,
otherwise it may cause fire or
electric shock.
Clean the Power Plug regularly
with dry cloth, otherwise, it may
cause insufficient insulation due
to moisture, and may cause fire.
Do not damage the power cord or
Power Plug.
Do not connect the power voltage
other than 220 - 240 V , may
cause fire or electric shock.
The oven must not be installed
behind a decorative door in order
to avoid overheating.
Do not disassemble the oven for
reconstruction.
Do not discard the packaging
or any part of it, or leave it
unattended. It can constitute a
suffocation hazard for children,
especially the plastic bags.

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Safety Precautions
Make sure to follow these instruc tions
CAUTION
When the oven is first switched
on, it may emit an unpleasant
smell. This is due to the bonding
agent used for insulating panels
within the oven. Heat up the new
empty oven with the conventional
cooking function, 250 °C for
15 - 20 minutes in order to remove
any manufacturing residues. It is
normal that there will be a slight
smoke and odours.
Spray cleaner is not to be used for
cleaning.
Do not use harsh abrasive
cleaners or sharp metal scrapers
to clean the oven door glass, since
they can scratch the surface,
which may result in shattering of
the glass.
A steam cleaner is not to be used.
Do not use this oven for heating
rooms.
Do not rest any weight or sit on the
open door of the oven.
The Name Plate with the technical
data, serial number and brand
name has been visibly affixed to
the oven.
DO NOT REMOVE THE NAME
PLATE FOR ANY REASON.
Do not allow residues of sugary
food (such as jam) to set inside the
oven since they might damage the
enamel lining of the oven.
Do not use plastic kitchenware or
containers.The high temperatures
inside the oven could melt the
plastic and damage the oven.
Do not use sealed tins or
containers in the oven. Over
pressure may occur inside the
containers during cooking,
creating a danger of explosion.
Do not leave the oven unattended
during cooking process where fats
or oils could be released. Fats and
oils may catch fire.
Do not cover the bottom of the
oven with aluminium or tin foil
sheets during cooking and do not
place pans or trays on it to avoid
damage to the enamelled surface.
If the surfaces are still very hot
during cooking, do not pour water
directly onto the trays. The steam
could cause severe burns and
damage to the enamelled surfaces.
Do not insert pointed metal
objects into any aperture in the
oven.
Do not modify this oven.
Do not replace the parts of the
appliance with spare parts other
than authorised Panasonic parts.
Do not put inflammable material
inside the oven; if it is switched on
by accident, it may cause a fire.
■Note:
• Contact the Panasonic service centre or authorized dealer for maintenance and repair.

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1. Control Panel
2. Oven Lamp
3. Moulded Rack
4. Removable Door
5. Name Plate
Parts Identification
Parts Identification

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Control Panel
1. Function Setting Rotary Knob
2. Temperature Setting Rotary Knob
3. Indicator Light
• Will light off to confirm that the set temperature has been reached.
Parts Identification
Accessories
Wire Shelf
For roasting and grilling.
Enamel Baking Tray
For cooking large quantities of food such as moist cakes,
pastries and frozen food or for collecting fat/spillage and
meat juices.
Warranty Card
Operating and Installation Instructions
(a) (b)
Screw Pack
a. Screw Cap (2 pcs.)
a. Screw (2 pcs.)
■Note:
• Contact the Panasonic service centre or authorized dealer for maintenance and repair.
• Use original Panasonic accessories only.

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Function Setting
To select the desired cooking function, turn the knob to the related symbol.
Symbol Function description
Oven Lamp
Enables the user to observe the progress of cooking without opening the door.
Defrost
The circulation of air at room temperature enables quicker thawing of frozen food,
(without the use of any heat). It’s a gentle but quick way to speed up the defrosting
time and thawing of ready-made dishes and cream filled product, etc.
Bottom Heat
A concealed element in the bottom of the oven provides a more concentrative heat
to the base of food without browning. This is ideal for slow cooking dishes such as
casseroles, stews, pastries and pizzas where a crispy base is desired.
Conventional Cooking
The top and bottom elements work together to provide conventional cooking.
Conventional Cooking with Fan
Combination of the fan and both heating elements provides more even heat
penetration, saving up to 30 - 40% of energy. Dishes are lightly browned on the
outside and still moist on the inside.
■Note:
• This function is suitable for grilling or roasting big pieces of meat at a higher
temperature.
Radiant Grilling
The inner grill element switches on and off to maintain the temperature.
Double Grilling
The inside radiant element and top element are working.
Double Grilling with Fan
The inside radiant element and top element are working with fan.
Using the Oven

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Before Using the Oven
CAUTION
Before the oven is operated, all the protective film applied must be removed
(apart from the Name Plate).
When the oven is first switched on, it may emit an unpleasant smell. This is
due to the bonding agent used for insulating panels within the oven. Heat up
the new empty oven with the conventional cooking function, 250 °C for
15 - 20 minutes in order to remove any manufacturing residues. It is normal
that there will be a slight smoke and odours.
■Note:
• Before the first operation, remove all accessories and clean with soft cloth and mild
detergent.
While Using the Oven
CAUTION
All cooking operations must be carried out with the door fully closed.
Do not cover the bottom of the oven with aluminium or tin foil sheets during
cooking and do not place pans or trays on it to avoid damage to the enamel
coating surface.
■Note:
• The oven is equipped with a cooling system which comes into operation when
temperature sensor detects 70 °C during cooking, the fan causes a steady outflow of
air from above the door. If the temperature drops to below 60 °C, the fan will stop its
operation.
Using the Oven

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Operations
Function Setting
1. Rotate “Function Setting” knob to choose the cooking function as require.
2. Rotate “Temperature Setting” knob to choose the cooking temperature as require.
3. The heating will start immediately after step 2.
■Note:
• The oven lamp will light up for all the cooking functions.
• and functions are not for heating.
Start/Cancel Function
1. For every function, rotate “Temperature Setting” knob to a temperature to start
operating the function.
2. To cancel the function, rotate “Temperature Setting” knob back to 0 °C.
Rack Placement Warning
To ensure the Wire Shelf or Enamel Baking Tray operates safely, correct insertion and
correct placement between the oven rack are necessary.
Alternatively, the level numbering which is embedded at front of the oven when the door is
opened can be referred. (There are total 5 levels.)
This will ensure that during careful removal of the Wire Shelf or Enamel Baking Tray, hot
food items should not slide out from the back.
CAUTION
Use oven gloves as the oven and accessories will be extremely hot.
Using the Oven