Russell Hobbs RHMEO7202DS User manual

Model number:
RHMEO7202DS
Multifunctional Electric Fan Oven
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT:
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 208 8750
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CONTENTS
Page(s)
Safety instructions 3-7
Product Overview 8
Positioning 9
Installation 10-11
How To Use Your Oven 12-29
Cleaning & Maintenance 30-35
Trouble shooting 36
Guarantee 37
Product Information 38
Notes 39
Disposal information 40
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Important Note:
Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and
usage as described in this booklet.
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 use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Electric ovens and hobs must be hard-wired to a suitably rated electrical
cooker power point –it is recommended that you consult a qualified
electrician. Failure to do so will invalidate your guarantee, liability claims,
and could lead to criminal prosecution.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
•If the supply lead is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified person
using the correct lead, which is available from our customer helpline on
0345 208 8750.
•Packaging material is dangerous to children. Never allow children to play
with packaging material.
•Check the appliance for damage after unpacking it. Do not connect the
appliance if it has been damaged in transport.
•The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according
to the safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that
the appliance works correctly after installation.
•All operations relating to installation and regulation must be carried out
by an authorised installation engineer, respecting applicable regulations,
standards and the specifications of the local electricity providers.
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•This appliance can only be installed in a well-ventilated place in
accordance with existing regulations and ventilation specifications.
•This appliance is intended for domestic use and the household
environment only. The appliance is not intended for use outside.
•Do not tamper with the appliance's interior. If necessary, call our
customer helpline.
•Do not switch on the appliance if it is damaged in any way. Contact our
customer helpline at the number on the front of the booklet.
•This appliance is only intended for cooking purposes, not as a heating
system.
•The manufacturer is not liable for damage which is caused by improper
use or incorrect operation.
•Combustible items stored in the cooking compartment may catch fire.
Never store combustible items in the cooking compartment. Never
open the appliance door if there is smoke inside. Switch off the
appliance and unplug it from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker
in the fuse box.
•A draught is created when the appliance door is opened. Greaseproof
paper may come into contact with the heating element and catch fire.
Do not place greaseproof paper loosely over accessories during
preheating. Always weigh down greaseproof paper with a dish or a
baking tin. Only cover the surface required with greaseproof paper.
Greaseproof paper must not protrude over the accessories.
•Always slide accessories into the cooking compartment.
•The appliance and its accessible parts become very hot when in
operation. Never touch the interior surfaces of the cooking
compartment or the heating elements while hot. Always allow the
appliance to cool down first. Keep children at a safe distance.
•Accessories and ovenware become very hot. Always use oven gloves to
remove accessories or ovenware from the cooking compartment.
•Shelves and the universal tray must only be placed and used between
the 5 side supports.
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•The universal tray or any other kind of baking tray should not be placed on the
bottom of the oven cavity.
•Alcoholic vapours may catch fire in the hot cooking compartment. Never
prepare food containing large quantities of drinks with a high alcohol content.
Only use small quantities of drinks with a high alcohol content. Open the
appliance door with care.
•When you open the appliance door, hot steam may escape. Open the
appliance door with care. Keep children at a safe distance.
•Water in a hot cooking compartment may create hot steam. Never pour water
into the hot cooking compartment.
•Scratched glass in the appliance door may develop into a crack. Do not use a
glass scraper, sharp or abrasive cleaning aids or detergents when cleaning your
appliance. Never use strong and abrasive cleaning agents as they will cause
surface damage.
•The appliance gets hot. Do not keep combustible objects or aerosol cans in
drawers directly underneath the appliance.
•A defective appliance may cause electric shock. Never switch on a defective
appliance. Disconnect the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit
breaker in the fuse box. Contact the customer services.
•The cable insulation on electrical appliances may melt when touching hot parts
of the appliance. Never bring electrical appliance cables into contact with hot
parts of the appliance.
•Penetrating moisture may cause an electric shock. Do not use any high
pressure cleaners or steam cleaners.
•When replacing the cooking compartment bulb, the bulb socket contacts are
live. Before replacing the bulb, disconnect the appliance from the mains or
switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
•Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
•In the event of a malfunction, turn off the appliance’s electricity supply. For
repairs, call customer services.
•Carrying the appliance: do not carry or hold the appliance by the door handle.
Please use the handles present on the side casing.
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•This microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. The
drying of food or clothing, and heating of warming pads, wheat bags, slippers,
sponges, damp cloths and similar is extremely dangerous & may lead to risk of
injury, ignition or fire.
•Do not use metal pans, dishes with metal handles or anything with a metal trim
inside the microwave when using the microwave function. Do not use paper
covered wire twist-ties on plastic bags.
•Never put objects into the openings on the outer case.
•Food containing a mixture of fat and water (e.g. stock), should stand for 30 to
60 seconds in the oven after it has been turned off. This is to allow the mixture
to settle and to prevent it from bubbling when a spoon is placed in it, or a stock
cube is added.
•When heating or cooking food or liquid, remember that there are certain
foods (such as jam, Christmas pudding, and mincemeat), which heat up very
quickly.
•Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
•The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars should be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked before consumption in order to avoid burns. Do
not heat baby bottles with the teat left on. Remove it if placing the bottle back
into the oven.
•Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in
microwave ovens since they may explode, even after microwave heating has
ended.
•Do not cook any food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks,
potatoes, chicken livers, sausages, ready meals and so on without piercing
them several times with a fork.
•Do not try to deep-fry foods in this microwave oven in microwave function.
•Do not overcook food.
•When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due
to the possibility of ignition.
•If materials inside the oven smoke or catch fire, keep the oven door closed to
stifle the flames, and turn the oven off at the wall switch or shut the power off
at the fuse or circuit-breaker panel. If smoke is emitted , switch off or unplug
the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle any flames.
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•Please remember that as food or liquids heat up, they will release steam or
may be spitting. Never cover any container fully, always leave a gap for steam
to escape.
•Do not use plastic containers when heating or cooking foods that contain a lot
of fat or sugar.
•When using the shelves and baking tray, be aware that these will become HOT
during cooking as they aren’t heatproof. Please use suitable oven gloves when
removing these.
•Do not use melamine dishes as they contain a material which will absorb
microwave energy. This may cause the dishes to crack or burn and will slow
down the cooking speed.
•Only use cookware & utensils that are approved for use in a microwave oven.
•Do not use the microwave oven for heating utensils, plates or dishes.
•Do not cook using a container with a restricted opening, such as bottles,
as they may explode.
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1. Oven function dial
2. Function touch control
3. Handle
4. Glass window
5. Display
6. Adjustment dial
7. 2 x Wire shelf
8. 1 x Universal tray
9. Fixing screws
10. 2 x Side racks & 6 x ceramic
clips (2 spares)
Unit & Spare Parts
If any of the above parts are missing please contact the customer service team on
0345 208 8750 or visit https://mda.russellhobbs.com
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

•This appliance is to be installed under a countertop or in cabinets.
•Avoid damaging the product during installation.
•The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according to the
safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the appliance
works correctly when installed.
•Electric ovens and hobs must be hard-wired to a suitably rated electrical
cooker power point –it is recommended that you consult a qualified
electrician. Failure to do so will invalidate your guarantee, liability claims,
and could lead to criminal prosecution.
•The aperture size must be (H)590 x (W)560 x (D)550mm (please note that the
depth size is a minimum measure, and that the oven can be installed in an
aperture that has a bigger depth).
Note:
•Select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation
caused by the heat radiation from the appliance.
•This oven has forced air ventilation.
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POSITIONING

Preparation & Installation
Ensure that there are no electric wires, gas or water pipes in the area where
holes are to be made.
Components of the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective gloves.
1. Ensure that there will be an electrical power point within adequate
distance of the oven after it has been installed.
2. Ensure the aperture measures (H)590 x (W)560 x (D)550mm, in accordance
with the positioning instructions detailed on the previous page.
3. Carefully and gently put the oven into the aperture recess, making sure
that the power cable can still be accessed.
4. Connect the oven to the electrical power point before pushing the oven
into the aperture fully.
5. Once this is done, open the oven door and secure the oven to the kitchen
cabinet with 2 distance holding screws, which fit the holes in the oven
frame on either side (near the top):
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INSTALLATION

Electrical Connection
•WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
•This appliance is designed to be connected to a 230V~50Hz AC electricity
supply.
•Before proceeding with the electrical connection, verify that the current
carrying capacity of the system and the isolator / main switch is adequate for
the maximum power rating of the oven.
•Electrical installation of the residence and of the appliance’s isolator must be
earthed and conform with the required safety regulations.
•If there is no suitable circuit and a fused switch, they must be installed
by a qualified electrician before the appliance is connected.
•An isolator switch must be easily accessible once the oven has been installed.
•Do not use adaptors, multiple sockets and/or extension leads.
•A circuit breaker with a contact opening of at least 3 mm, rated 32A and
delayed functioning type must be installed inside the supply circuit.
•During installation, please ensure that insulated cables are used. An incorrect
connection might damage your appliance and will void the manufacturer’s
guarantee.
•All repairs must be carried out by an authorised service personnel or
a qualified electrician.
•Switch off/isolate your appliance before each maintenance.
•The GREEN/YELLOW wire is the EARTH and must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or
coloured GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.
•The BLUE wire is the NEUTRAL and must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
•The BROWN wire is the LIVE wire and must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
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INSTALLATION

Control Panel
The appliance has an oven function dial, adjustment dial, a display, and function
buttons. See explanations below:
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1 Oven function dial Turn to change the oven function
2 On / Off Powers the oven on and off
3 Timer / Child lock Timer function / Child lock (touch & hold for 3 secs)
4 Microwave Microwave & microwave combination function
5 Cooking end time Set cooking end time
6 Quick pre-heat Quick pre-heat function
7 Auto cook menu Auto cook menus
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Cooking duration,
clock setting &
Temperature setting
Cooking duration time, clock setting (standby mode) &
Temperature setting function
9 Weight Select weight for the Auto cook menus
10 Light on / off Turns light on and off
11 Start / Pause Starts and pauses the cooking program
12 Adjustment dial Turn to adjust
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Display
This will show the time, function icons, weight, and other information.
Oven Function Dial
The oven function dial allows you to set the oven function mode for the oven.
The dial can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise to set the required oven
function.
When the required type of function is selected, touch the symbol, the
lights inside the oven will light up. The temperature can be set before or after
the symbol is touched.
The oven will start to heat up and the lines on the display will increase as the
temperature inside the oven increases. All lines will be shown when the
temperature inside has reached the temperature that has been selected.
Note: Always pre-heat the oven to the required temperature before cooking.
Adjustment Dial
Use the adjustment dial to set the required temperature and time for the
oven. The dial can be rotated clockwise and anti-clockwise to set the required
temperature/time.
The temperature can be set between 30ºC and 250ºC. The temperature range
will differ by function.
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The Oven Cavity
•The oven light is located in the cooking compartment. During oven operation,
the oven light is on (unless turned off manually using the light on/off button),
The light turns on automatically when an oven function has been selected
and the symbol is touched. The oven light can also be switched on
without the oven heating up, by manually touching the light on/off symbol.
•A cooling fan protects the oven from overheating. The cooling fan switches on
and off as required. The hot air escapes above the door.
•So that the cooking compartment cools down quickly after operation, the
cooling fan continues to run for a certain period afterwards.
•There are side rack supports either side of the compartment that accessories
such as the wire shelf, baking tray, etc. can be inserted in to.
•The coating of the oven cavity is enamel.
•Before you use the oven and the accessories for the first time, clean them
with hot soapy water and a soft dish cloth.
•Clean all accessories by hand, do not clean in the dishwasher.
WARNING:
•When it is first used, it is normal for the oven to give off odours; this does
not pose any risk and does not indicate a malfunction. They will disappear
in time.

Setting the Clock
When the oven is first connected to the electrical supply and powered on,
the clock will need to be set. The display will automatically show the time as
“00:00“ and there will be a single beep.
Note: Ensure the correct time is set before using the oven.
Note: The clock is a 24-hour clock, for example 2.20PM will be shown as
14:20.
To set the correct time:
1. Touch the symbol and then turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial to set the
hour.
2. Touch the symbol to confirm the hour setting.
3. Turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial to set the minutes.
4. Touch the symbol to confirm the minute setting and the clock will go
into standby mode.
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Types of Heating Modes
This oven has a number of modes. Below is an overview to enable you to find
the suitable heat settings required for certain dishes/cooking.
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Symbol Temperature
Range Function
30°C -250°C
Top & Bottom Heating: Heat is emitted evenly from the top and
bottom elements, which work together to provide convectional
cooking.
This function is best suited for single items that are centred in the
oven i.e. cakes and pizzas on baking trays, lean joints of beef, etc.
50°C -250°C
Convection Heating: A fan with a ring heating element on the
back of the oven ensures that the heated air is distributed evenly.
You can bake cakes, pizza’s, biscuits, small cakes and puff pastry
on two shelves at the same time.
50°C -250°C
Convection Heating with Fan: The fan distributes the heated air
that is emitted by the top and bottom heating elements around
the food.
This function is best suited for baking, roasting all meat,
vegetables, and pre-cooked meals.
150°C -250°C
Single Grill: Part of the area below the grill heating element
becomes hot. The inner grill element is on.
This function can be used to grill a small number of burgers,
sausages, fish or bread.
50°C -250°C
Double Grill with Fan: The fan distributes the heated air around
the food. The grill element and fan switch on and off alternately.
Hot air grilling is particularly suitable for grilling fish, poultry and
larger pieces of meat.
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Symbol Temperature
Range Function
150°C -250°C
Double Grill: The whole area below the grill heating element
becomes hot. The inner and outer grill elements are on.
This function can be used to grill a large number of burgers,
sausages, fish or bread.
50°C -250°C
Convection with Bottom Heating (Pizza Function): The fan
distributes the heated air that is emitted from the bottom and rear
heating elements around the food.
Best suited for pizzas and other foods/dishes that need a lot of heat
from underneath.
30°C -220°C
Bottom Heating: The temperature is emitted from below which
provides heat to the base of food.
Use bottom heating for baking and browning dishes from below. It
is also ideal for slow cooking dishes such as casseroles, stews, and
pastries and pizzas where a crispy base is desired.
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Defrost: Circulates air in the oven at room temperature (without
the use of any heat) enabling quicker thawing of frozen food.
Use this to defrost food only.
30°C -45°CDough Proving: Low temperature heat is produced to help prove
and culture yeast when making yeast dough and sourdough.
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Note:
•If the oven door is opened in the middle of a cooking program, the program
will not be paused. Please be careful with the high temperature.
•Do not cover the ventilation slots to avoid the oven to overheating.
•When the oven is switched off, the cooling fan may continue to run for a
while to help the oven cool down quickly.
Start Cooking with the Oven
1. When the oven is powered on, turn the oven function dial to select the
programme you need. Turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial to set the temperature.
2. Touch the symbol to start the cooking. If the symbol is not touched,
the oven will go back to stand by mode after 5 minutes. During the cooking
process, simply touch to cancel the programme if needed.
3. After the temperature is set, touch the symbol to select the cooking
duration required, and adjust it by turning the ‘</>’ adjustment dial.
Making Changes During Cooking
•It is possible to change the heating mode, time and temperature during
cooking. Simply turn the oven function dial to change the programme, or turn
the ‘</>’ adjustment dial to change the temperature. After the changes have
been made, the oven will cook at the changed function, temperature and/or
time. However in order to have the best cooking results, we recommend to
choose the right setting at the beginning, prior to cooking.
•During the cooking process, you can touch the symbol to cancel it.

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Quick Pre-Heat
1. This oven comes with a quick preheat function to enable the preheat time
to be shortened. This function can only be used when an oven function and
temperature have been selected first.
2. Turn the function dial to select an oven function, then turn the ‘</>’
adjustment dial to select the required temperature. Then touch the
symbol. Note, the quick preheat function cannot be enabled if the
symbol is touched after selecting the oven function and temperature.
3. The quick pre-heat icon will be shown on the display. There will be a
beep and the icon will disappear when the oven has reached the required
temperature.
4. The quick pre-heat function is not available for all functions, i.e. defrost.
Timer
•Touch the symbol, and then turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial to select the
hour, touch the symbol again to confirm and turn the ‘</>’ adjustment
dial again to select the minutes, and touch the symbol to confirm.
•The timer can only be set before or during the cooking.
•Once the set time is up, the oven will beep 10 times.
•To cancel touch the symbol.
Child Lock
•The child lock function is to stop children from altering cooking times or
turning on the oven. No buttons will function in this mode.
•The child lock can be set whether the oven is operating or not.
•To set the lock, touch the symbol for 3 seconds. There will then be a
padlock symbol shown on the display as the lock activates.
•The lock is now functional.
•To cancel the lock, touch the symbol for 3 seconds. The lock symbol will
disappear signalling that the lock is cancelled.

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Cooking Duration Time
This function is used when you want to cook for a desired time range. The
maximum cooking period is 9 hours. The food that is to be cooked needs to be
put into the oven.
1. Turn the function dial to select a programme.
2. Turn the adjustment dial to select the temperature.
3. Touch the symbol and the time ‘00:00hr’ will flash on the display 7
times. You will need to set the time while the time is flashing. If you don’t,
then you will need to touch the symbol again.
4. Turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial clock-wise to select the cooking duration that
you require, the time will flash on the display and will then stay.
5. Touch the symbol to start the program. The time will be shown and will
count down. If you want to set a cooking end time then do not touch the
symbol and do not follow the remaining steps on this page. To set the
cooking end time you will need to touch the symbol and follow the
steps on the next page (do not follow the remaining steps on this page).
6. The oven will beep and ‘End’ will be shown on the display when the cooking
duration time has been reached.
7. To amend the cooking duration time, touch the symbol and the
temperature on the display will flash, touch it again and the time on the
display will flash. Turn the ‘</>’ adjustment dial and select the new cooking
duration temperature and/or time you require. Don’t touch any button and
the new time will be set when the time on the display has stopped flashing
8. To cancel the cooking duration function and start the programme, touch
the symbol.
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