Smeg ALFA 43 XMF User manual

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1 Instructions 26
1.1 General safety instructions 26
1.2 Identification plate 27
1.3 Manufacturer liability 27
1.4 Appliance purpose 27
1.5 Disposal 27
1.6 This user manual 28
1.7 How to read the user manual 28
2 Description 29
2.1 General Description 29
2.2 Control panel 30
2.3 Other parts 31
2.4 Available accessories 31
3 Use 32
3.1 Instructions 32
3.2 First use 33
3.3 Using the oven 33
3.4 Cooking modes 34
3.5 Cooking advice 35
4 Cleaning and maintenance 36
4.1 Instructions 36
4.2 Cleaning the surfaces 36
4.3 Ordinary daily cleaning 36
4.4 Food stains or residues 36
4.5 Cleaning the door glazing 36
4.6 Removing the door (models with traditional door only) 36
4.7 Removing the internal glass pane 37
4.8 Cleaning the inside of the oven 39
4.9 Extraordinary maintenance 40
4.10 If the appliance is not working properly 41
5 Installation 42
5.1 Electrical connection 42
5.2 Positioning 43
We advise you to read this manual carefully, which contains all the instructions for
maintaining the appliance’s aesthetic and functional qualities.
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1 Instructions
1.1 General safety instructions
Risk of personal injury
• During use the appliance and its
accessible parts become very hot.
• Never touch the heating elements
during use.
• Keep children under eight years
of age at a safe distance if they
are not constantly supervised.
• Children must never play with the
appliance.
• This appliance may be used by
children aged at least 8 and by
people of reduced physical,
sensory or mental capacity, or
lacking in experience in the use of
electrical appliances, provided
that they are supervised or
instructed by adults who are
responsible for their safety.
• Never try to put out a fire or
flames with water: Turn off the
appliance and smother the flames
with a fire blanket or other
appropriate cover.
• The appliance must never be
cleaned by unsupervised children.
• Do not insert pointed metal
objects (cutlery or utensils) into the
slots in the appliance.
• Switch off the appliance
immediately after use.
• Do not modify this appliance.
• Have qualified personnel carry
out installation and assistance
interventions according to the
standards in force.
• Do not try to repair the appliance
yourself or without the intervention
of a qualified technician.
• If the power supply cable is
damaged, contact technical
support immediately and they will
replace it.
• Do not open the storage
compartment when the oven is on
and still hot.
• The items inside the storage
compartment could be very hot
after using the oven.
Risk of damaging the appliance
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive
detergents (e.g. scouring
powders, stain removers and
metallic sponges) on glass parts.
• Racks and trays have to be
inserted into the side guides until
they come to a complete stop.
The mechanical safety locks that
prevent the rack from being taken
out accidentally have to face
downwards and towards the
oven back.

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• Use wooden or plastic utensils.
• Do not seat on the appliance.
• Do not use steam jets to clean the
appliance.
• Do not obstruct ventilation
openings and heat dispersal slots.
• Never leave the appliance
unattended during cooking
operations where fats or oils
could be released.
• Never leave objects on the
cooking surface.
• Do not use the appliance to heat
rooms for any reason.
• Remove any food residues or
large spills from previous cooking
operations from the inside of the
oven.
For this appliance
• Before replacing the bulb, unplug
the appliance.
• Do not rest any weight or sit on
the open door of the appliance.
• Take care that no objects are
stuck in the doors.
1.2 Identification plate
• The identification plate bears the
technical data, serial number and brand
name of the appliance. Do not remove
the identification plate for any reason.
1.3 Manufacturer liability
The manufacturer declines all liability for
damage to persons or property caused by:
• Use of the appliance other than that
specified;
• Non-observance of the user manual
provisions;
• Tampering with any part of the
appliance;
• Use of non-original spare parts.
1.4 Appliance purpose
This appliance is intended for cooking food
in the professional catering environment.
Every other use is considered improper.
This appliance must not be used by people
(including children) of reduced physical or
mental capacity, or lacking in experience in
the use of electrical appliances, unless they
are supervised or instructed by adults who
are responsible for their safety.
1.5 Disposal
This appliance must be disposed of
separately from other waste
(Directives 2002/95/EC, 2002/
96/EC, 2003/108/EC). The appliance
does not contain substances in quantities
sufficient to be considered hazardous to
health and the environment, in accordance
with current European directives.
To dispose of the appliance:
• Cut the power supply cable and remove
it along with the plug.

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• Deliver the appliance to the appropriate
recycling centre for electrical and
electronic equipment waste, or return it to
the retailer when purchasing an
equivalent product, on a one for one
basis.
Our appliances are packed in non-
polluting and recyclable materials.
• Deliver the packing materials to the
appropriate recycling centre.
1.6 This user manual
This user manual is an integral part of the
appliance and must therefore be kept in its
entirety and within the user’s reach for the
whole working life of the appliance.
Read this user manual carefully before using
the appliance.
1.7 How to read the user manual
This user manual uses the following reading
conventions:
1. Sequence of instructions for use.
• Standalone instruction.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• Disconnect the mains supply.
• Unplug the appliance.
Plastic packaging
Danger of suffocation
• Do not leave the packaging or any part
of it unattended.
• Do not let children play with the
packaging plastic bags.
Instructions
General information on this user
manual, on safety and final
disposal.
Description
Description of the appliance and its
accessories.
Use
Information on the use of the
appliance and its accessories,
cooking advice.
Cleaning and maintenance
Information for proper cleaning and
maintenance of the appliance.
Installation
Information for the qualified
technician: Installation, operation
and inspection.
Safety instructions
Information
Advice

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2 Description
2.1 General Description
With traditional door
With swing door
1 Control panel
2 Oven light
3 Seal
4 Fan
5 Tray support frames
6 Door
Frame shelf

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2.2 Control panel
With traditional door
With swing door
1 Function knob
The oven’s various functions are suitable for
different cooking modes. After selecting the
required function, set the cooking
temperature using the temperature knob.
2 Thermostat indicator light
When the indicator light is fixed, it indicates
that the oven is heating up to reach the set
temperature. Once the temperature has
been reached, the indicator light comes on
and goes off to indicate that the
temperature is being kept constant.
3 Temperature knob
This knob allows you to select the cooking
temperature.
Turn the knob clockwise to the required
value, between the minimum and maximum
setting.
4 “DOOR” key (models with swing door
only)
It activates the device which allows the
door to be opened.
5 Timer indicator light
When off, it indicates the beginning of
timed cooking. When on, it indicates that
timed cooking has finished.
6 Timer knob
This knob allows you to select manual or
timed cooking. Turn the knob to the symbol
for manual cooking or to the numbers
to select the minutes of cooking. Once the
countdown has finished, the knob will
automatically return to the “0” position, the
oven switches off and a beep sounds to
indicate the end of cooking.

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2.3 Other parts
Shelves
The appliance features shelves to position
trays and racks at different heights. The
insertion heights are indicated from the
bottom upwards (see 2.1 General
Description).
Internal ventilation
When the door is opened, oven ventilation
is automatically switched off (together with
the heating elements); it then resumes as
soon as the door is reclosed.
Interior lighting
The oven light comes on when the
appliance is running or when the door is
opened.
Manual door opening (models with
swing door only)
In the event of a temporary power cut, pull
the cord on the back of the appliance to
manually open the door.
2.4 Available accessories
Tray
Useful for arranging food during cooking.
Some models are not provided
with all accessories.
The oven accessories intended to
come into contact with food are
made of materials that comply with
the provisions of current legislation.
Supplied original and optional
accessories can be requested to
Authorised Assistance Centres.
Use only original accessories
supplied by the manufacturer.

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3 Use
3.1 Instructions
High temperature inside the oven
during use
Danger of burns
• Keep the oven door closed during
cooking.
• Protect your hands wearing heat
resistant gloves when moving food
inside the oven.
• Do not touch the heating elements inside
the oven.
• Do not pour water directly onto very hot
trays.
• Do not allow children to get near the
oven when it is in operation.
• If you need to move food or at the end
of cooking, open the door 5 cm for a
few seconds, let the steam come out,
then open it fully.
High temperature inside the oven
during use
Danger of fire or explosion
• Do not spray any spray products near
the oven.
• Do not use or leave flammable materials
near the oven.
• Do not use plastic kitchenware or
containers when cooking food.
• Do not put sealed tins or containers in
the oven.
• Do not leave the oven unattended
during cooking operations where fats or
oils could be released.
• Remove all trays and racks which are
not required during cooking.
Improper use
Risk of damage to enamelled
surfaces
• Do not cover the bottom of the oven
cavity with aluminium or tin foil sheets.
• If you wish to use greaseproof paper,
place it so that it will not interfere with the
hot air circulation inside the oven.
• Do not place pans or trays directly on
the bottom of the oven cavity.
• Do not pour water directly onto very hot
trays.

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3.2 First use
1. Remove any protective film from the
outside or inside of the appliance,
including accessories.
2. Remove any labels (apart from the
technical data plate) from the
accessories and from the oven cavity.
3. Remove and wash all the appliance
accessories (if fitted) (see 4 Cleaning
and maintenance).
4. Heat the empty oven at the maximum
temperature to burn off any residues left
by the manufacturing process.
3.3 Using the oven
Switching on the oven
To switch on the oven:
1. Select the cooking function using the
function knob.
2. Select the temperature using the
temperature knob.
3. Select the cooking time (up to 60’), or set
manual cooking using the timer
knob.
Opening and closing the door (models
with swing door only)
The appliance is equipped with a swing
door. To open it, press the “DOOR” key on
the control panel.
In the event of a temporary power cut, pull
the cord on the back of the appliance to
manually open the door.
To reclose it, push the door until you hear a
mechanical “click”.
The oven is designed for a
maximum load of 3.5 kg.
The swing door does not lock in
the open position and may tend to
swing close again. During use, pay
attention not to come into contact
with the internal glass pane to
prevent burns.
Over time the swing door might
become more difficult to open and
close. Grease the hinges.

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3.4 Cooking modes
Defrost
The movement of air at room
temperature causes frozen food to
defrost quickly. This type of rapid
defrosting is ideal as the taste and
appearance of the de-frozen food,
whether previously deep-frozen or
frozen in the freezer, remain
unaltered.
Fan with circulaire
The combination of the fans and the
circulaire heating elements
(incorporated in the rear of the
oven) allows you to cook different
foods on several levels, as long as
they need the same temperatures
and same type of cooking. Hot air
circulation ensures instant and even
distribution of heat. It will be
possible, for instance, to cook fish,
vegetables and biscuits
simultaneously (on different levels)
without odours and flavours
mingling.
Static
As the heat comes from above and
below at the same time, this system
is particularly suitable for certain
types of food. Traditional cooking,
also known as static cooking, is
suitable for cooking just one dish at
a time. Perfect for all types of roasts,
bread and cakes and in any case
particularly suitable for fatty meats
such as goose and duck.
Grill
The heat coming from the grill
element gives perfect grilling results
above all for thin and medium
thickness meat and, in combination
with the rotisserie (where fitted),
gives the food an even browning at
the end of cooking. Perfect for
sausages, spare ribs and bacon.
This function enables large
quantities of food, particularly meat,
to be grilled evenly.
Grilling can only take place with
the oven door closed: opening the
door deactivates the heating
elements.
Fan + lower element
The combination of the fan with just
the lower heating element allows
cooking to be completed more
rapidly. This system is
recommended for sterilising or for
finishing off the cooking of foods
which are already well-cooked on
the surface, but not inside, which
therefore need a little more heat.
Perfect for any type of food.

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3.5 Cooking advice
General advice
• Use a fan assisted function to achieve
consistent cooking at several levels.
• It is not possible to shorten cooking times
by increasing the temperature (the food
could be overcooked on the outside and
undercooked on the inside).
Advice for cooking meat
• Cooking times vary according to the
thickness and quality of the food and to
consumer taste.
• Use a meat thermometer when roasting
meat, or simply press on the roast with a
spoon. If it is hard, it is ready; If not, it
needs another few minutes cooking.
Advice for cooking with the Grill
• Meat can be grilled even when it is put
into the cold oven or into the preheated
oven if you wish to change the effect of
the cooking.
• We recommend placing the food at the
centre of the rack.
• With the Grill function, we recommend
that you turn the temperature knob to the
maximum value to optimise cooking.
Advice for cooking desserts/pastries and
biscuits
• Use dark metal moulds: They help to
absorb the heat better.
• The temperature and the cooking time
depend on the quality and consistency
of the dough.
• To check whether the dessert is cooked
right through: At the end of the cooking
time, put a toothpick into the highest point
of the dessert. If the dough does not stick
to the toothpick, the dessert is cooked.
• If the dessert collapses when it comes
out of the oven, on the next occasion
reduce the set temperature by about
10°C, selecting a longer cooking time if
necessary.
Advice for defrosting
• Place frozen foods without their
packaging in a lidless container on the
first shelf of the oven.
• Avoid overlapping the food.
• To defrost meat, use the rack placed on
the second level and a tray on the first
level. In this way, the liquid from the
defrosting food drains away from the
food.
To save energy
• Stop cooking a few minutes before the
time normally used. Cooking will
continue for the remaining minutes with
the heat which has accumulated inside
the oven.
• Reduce any opening of the door to a
minimum to avoid heat dispersal.
• Keep the inside of the appliance clean
at all times.

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4 Cleaning and maintenance
4.1 Instructions
4.2 Cleaning the surfaces
To keep the surfaces in good condition,
they should be cleaned regularly after use.
Let them cool first.
4.3 Ordinary daily cleaning
Always use only specific products that do
not contain abrasives or chlorine-based
acids.
Pour the product onto a damp cloth and
wipe the surface, rinse thoroughly and dry
with a soft cloth or a microfibre cloth.
4.4 Food stains or residues
Do not use metallic sponges or sharp
scrapers as they will damage the surfaces.
Use ordinary non-abrasive products with
the aid of wooden or plastic utensils if
necessary. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a
soft cloth or a microfibre cloth.
4.5 Cleaning the door glazing
The glass in the door should always be kept
thoroughly clean. Use absorbent kitchen
roll. In case of stubborn dirt, wash with a
damp sponge and an ordinary detergent.
4.6 Removing the door (models with
traditional door only)
For easier cleaning, the door can be
removed and placed on a canvas.
To remove the door proceed as follows:
1. Open the door completely and insert two
pins into the holes on the hinges
indicated in the figure.
Improper use
Risk of damage to surfaces
• Do not use steam jets to clean the
appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing
chlorine, ammonia or bleach on steel
parts or parts with metallic finishes on the
surface (e.g. anodizing, nickel- or
chromium-plating).
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive
detergents (e.g. scouring powders, stain
removers and metallic sponges) on
glass parts.
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials
or sharp metal scrapers.
We recommend the use of
cleaning products distributed by
the manufacturer.

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2. Grasp the door on both sides with both
hands, lift it forming an angle of around
30° and remove it.
3. To reassemble the door, put the hinges in
the relevant slots in the oven, making sure
that grooved sections Aare resting
completely in the slots. Lower the door
and once it is in place remove the pins
from the holes in the hinges.
4.7 Removing the internal glass pane
Models with traditional door
The internal glass pane of the door can be
removed by performing the following
operations:
1. Open the door and lock the hinges using
the supplied pins.
2. Remove the internal glass pane by
pulling the rear part gently upwards,
following the movement indicated by the
arrows (1).
3. Then, pull the front part upwards (2). In
this way, the 4 pins attached to the glass
detach from their housings in the oven
door.
Improper use
Crushing hazard
• Ensure you have locked the door hinges
before removing the glass panes.
For easier cleaning, we suggest
removing the door.

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4. Clean the external glass pane and the
panes previously removed. Use
absorbent kitchen roll. In case of
stubborn dirt, wash with a damp sponge
and neutral detergent.
5. Reposition the internal glass pane. Take
care to centre and insert the 4 pins into
their housings in the oven door by
applying slight pressure.
Models with swing door
For easier cleaning, the internal glass pane
can be removed.
1. Remove the internal glass pane by
pulling the top part gently, following the
movement indicated by the arrows (1).
2. Then, pull the bottom of the glass (2). The
4 pins attached to the glass will detach
from their housings.
3. Clean the external glass pane and the
internal pane which you have removed
previously. Use absorbent kitchen roll. In
case of stubborn dirt, wash with a damp
sponge and neutral detergent.
4. Reposition the internal glass pane. Take
care to centre and insert the 4 pins into
their housings in the oven door by
applying slight pressure.

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4.8 Cleaning the inside of the oven
For the best oven upkeep, clean it regularly
after having allowed it to cool.
Removing the tray support frames
Removing the guide frames enables the
sides to be cleaned more easily. To remove
the guide frames:
1. Pull the frame towards the inside of the
oven to unhook it from its groove.
2. Slide it out of the seats at the back.
3. When cleaning is complete, repeat the
above procedures to put the guide
frames back in.
The oven should be operated at
the maximum temperature for
about 15-20 minutes after the use
of specific products, to burn off the
residues left inside the oven.
For easier cleaning, remove the
door.

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4.9 Extraordinary maintenance
Replacing the internal light bulb
1. Completely remove all accessories from
inside the oven.
2. Remove the rack/tray support frames.
3. Remove the bulb cover using a tool (e.g.
a screwdriver).
4. Slide out and remove the light bulb.
5. Replace the light bulb with one of the
same type (40W).
6. Refit the cover correctly, so that the
moulded part of the glass is facing the
door.
7. Press the cover completely down so that
it attaches perfectly to the bulb support.
Removing the door seal
To permit thorough cleaning of the oven, the
door seal may be removed. There are
fasteners on all four sides to attach it to the
edge of the oven. Pull the 4 edges of the
seal outwards to detach the fasteners.
To keep the seals clean, use a non-abrasive
sponge and lukewarm water. Seals should
be soft and elastic.
Live parts
Danger of electrocution
• Unplug the oven.
Do not touch the halogen light
bulb directly with your fingers, but
wrap it in insulating material.

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4.10 If the appliance is not working properly
This product meets the current safety
regulations in force for electrical
appliances. To prevent safety hazards for
users, all technical inspections or repairs
must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Problem Possible solution
The oven is not working
• The timer knob is positioned on 0.
• The plug is not properly inserted in the
socket.
• The electrical system is damaged or not
working properly.
• The fuses have blown or the circuit breakers
have not been activated.
Foods either take too long or too little to
cook
• The temperature setting is incorrect.
Moisture forms inside the oven and on the
foods
• The foods are being left in the oven for too
long after cooking. Do not leave them in the
oven for more than 15-20 minutes after the
end of the cooking time.
If the appliance is not working
properly, before calling Technical
Support, ensure that the
procedures listed above have
been performed.

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5 Installation
5.1 Electrical connection
General information
Check the grid characteristics against the
data indicated on the plate. The
identification plate bearing the technical
data, serial number and brand name is
visibly positioned on the appliance. Do not
remove this plate for any reason.
The appliance is equipped with a three-
core H07RN-F cable (3 x 1.5 mm²,
referring to the cross section of the internal
conductor) with plug.
Perform the ground connection using a wire
that is 20 mm longer than the other wires.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• Have the electrical connection
performed by authorised technical
personnel.
• The appliance must be connected to
earth in compliance with electrical
system safety standards.
• Disconnect the mains supply.
• Do not pull the cable to remove the
plug.
• Use H07RN-F cables withstanding a
temperature of at least 75 °C.
• The tightening torque of the screws of
the terminal supply wires must be 1.5 - 2
Nm.
The terminal indicated by symbol
links up parts that are normally
earthed. Connect the appliances
appropriately using this terminal in
order to make sure that they are
equipotential.
If the phase voltage drops below
190V~, the performance of the
oven may suffer, not due to the
product itself.
The values indicated above refer
to the cross-section of the internal
conductor.

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Fixed connection
Fit the power line with an omnipolar circuit
breaker in compliance with installation
regulations.
The circuit breaker should be located near
the appliance and in an easily reachable
position.
Connection with plug and socket
Make sure that the plug and socket are of
the same type.
Avoid using adapters and shunts as these
could cause overheating and a risk of
burns.
Cable replacement
1. Unscrew the rear casing screws and
remove the casing to access the terminal
board.
2. Replace the cable.
3. Make sure that the cables follow the best
route in order to avoid any contact with
the appliance.
5.2 Positioning
Levelling
Level the appliance on the ground using the
adjustable feet. The foot has a range of 10
mm.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• Disconnect the mains supply.
Heavy appliance
Crushing hazard
• Position the appliance with the aid of a
second person.
Pressure on the open door
Risk of damage to the appliance
• Never use the open door to lever the
appliance into place when fitting.
• Avoid exerting too much pressure on the
oven door when open.
Heat production during appliance
operation
Risk of fire
• Veneers, adhesives or plastic coatings
on adjacent furniture should be
temperature-resistant (no less than
90°C).
Improper installation
Risk of injury
• The appliance support base should not
exceed a height of 1.60 m from the
floor.

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Steam outlet pipe
Depending on the model, there are exhaust
flues on the back of the appliance to
release the steam produced during
cooking.
Multiple installations
If multiple appliances are installed together,
place two or more appliances side by side
at a distance of 50 mm between them,
positioning them at least 50 mm from the
rear wall and 30 mm from any side walls.
The appliance support base should not
exceed a height of 1.60 m from the floor.
The appliance must be installed on a
worktop.
These must be left free of any
obstruction. Avoid crushing them.
Weight: 33 kg
Appliances may not be installed
one above another.