Smeg Oven SA280X User manual

Contents
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1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE _____________________ 30
2. INSTALLATION ________________________________________________ 32
3. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS ___________________________________ 36
4. USE OF THE OVEN ____________________________________________ 44
5. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES _____________________________________ 45
6. COOKING HINTS ______________________________________________ 46
7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE__________________________________ 52
8. EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE________________________________ 53
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER: these are intended for the
qualified technician who must install the appliance, set it functioning
and carry out an inspection test.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER: these contain user advice,
description of the commands and the correct procedures for cleaning
and maintenance of the appliance.

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1.INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE
THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE AND
THEREFORE MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN AN ACCESSIBLE
PLACE FOR THE WHOLE WORKING LIFE OF THE OVEN. WE ADVISE
CAREFUL READING OF THIS MANUAL AND ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
THEREIN BEFORE USING THE OVEN. INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED
OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC
USES AND CONFORMS TO CURRENT REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THE
APPLIANCE HAS BEEN BUILT TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING
FUNCTIONS: COOKING AND HEATING-UP OF FOOD. ALL OTHER USES
ARE CONSIDERED IMPROPER.
THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPROPER
USE.
DO NOT LEAVE THE PACKING IN THE HOME ENVIRONMENT. SEPARATE
THE VARIOUS WASTE MATERIALS AND TAKE THEM TO THE NEAREST
SPECIAL GARBAGE COLLECTION CENTRE.
IT IS OBLIGATORY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO BE GROUNDED
ACCORDING TO THE METHODS REQUIRED BY SAFETY RULES.
WHEN LINKING UP TO MAINS BY PLUG AND SOCKET, MAKE SURE THAT
BOTH ARE COMPATIBLE AND CONNECT BY MEANS OF A POWER CABLE
COMPLYING WITH APPLICABLE REGULATIONS.
NEVER UNPLUG BY PULLING ON THE CABLE.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION OPENINGS AND HEAT DISPERSAL
SLITS.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION CARRY OUT A BRIEF INSPECTION
TEST OF THE OVEN, FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. SHOULD
THE APPLIANCE NOT FUNCTION, DISCONNECT IT FROM THE SUPPLY AND
CALL THE NEAREST TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTRE.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE.

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ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE CONTROL KNOBS ARE IN THE “ZERO” (OFF)
POSITION WHEN YOU FINISH USING THE OVEN.
NEVER PUT INFLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: THEY COULD BE
ACCIDENTALLY LIGHTED AND CAUSE FIRES.
THE I.D. PLATE WITH TECHNICAL DATA, REGISTRATION NUMBER AND
BRAND NAME IS POSITIONED VISIBLY ON THE OVEN DOOR FRAME.
THE PLATE MUST NOT BE REMOVED.
THE OVEN IS DESIGNED FOR USE BY ADULTS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN
TO GO NEAR OR PLAY WITH IT.
REPLACED APPLIANCES MUST BE TAKEN TO A SPECIAL GARBAGE
COLLECTION CENTRE.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons
or things caused by non-observance of the above prescriptions or by
interference with any part of the appliance or by the use of non-original
spares.

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2.INSTALLATION
2.1Electrical connection
Check that mains voltage and power cable ratings are as per the
indications provided on the label attached to the oven door frame.
This label must never be removed.
I
t is obligatory for the electrical system to be grounded according to the
methods required by safety rules.
If a plug and socket connection is being used make sure that the plug
and socket are compatible. Avoid use of adapters and shunts as these
could cause overheating and risk of burns.
If a fixed connection is being used fit power line with an omnipolar circuit
breaker with a contact opening gap equal to or greater than 3 mm in an
easily accessible position in proximity to the oven.
2.1.1Ovens with top controls
In the ovens with top controls the power cable is not supplied. Use a
H05RR-F or H05RN-F rubber-sheathed cable making sure that it does
not come into contact with any external metal parts of the oven when
routing.
Remove rear cover by loosening relevant screws to gain access to the
terminal strip. If necessary change jumper configuration as shown in the
figure and then connect wires making sure that the earth wire is at least
20 mm longer than the others. Secure power cable to oven by means of
the appropriate fitting.

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For operation on 230V ∼ :use an H05RR-F
/ H05RN-F
type three-core cabl
e
(3 x 2.5
mm2).
For operation on 400V2N ∼ :use an
H05RR-F / H05RN-F type four-core cabl
e
(4 x 2.5 mm2).
For operation on 400V3N ∼ :use an
H05RRF / H05RN-F type five-core cabl
e
(5 x 1.5 mm2).
The cable end to be connected to th
e
appliance must be provided with an groun
d
wire (yellow-green) at least 20 mm longer.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons
or things caused by non-observance of the above prescriptions or by
interference with any part of the appliance.

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2.2Mounting the oven
The oven is designed for mounting into any piece of furniture as long as
heat-resistant. Proceed according to the dimensions shown in Figures 1,
2and 3. For installing under a work top, follow the dimensions given in
Figure 1-3. For installing under a work top with combined heating plates,
ensure a minimum clearance from any side walls of at least 110 mm as
shown in Figure 1.
For installing in a column, follow the dimensions given in Figure 1-2
allowing for a clearance of 80 to 90 mm at the top and sides of the
column. Tighten the four screws Ainside the frame to secure (Fig. 1).
For installing beneath a non-integrated top, allow for a rear and bottom
clearance as shown in Figure 1(ref. B). See relevant instructions for
fitting and securing the cook top.

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Never use the oven door to lever the oven int
o
place when fitting.
Avoid exerting too much pressure on the ove
n
door when open.
2.3Connecting the cook top to the oven
Once installed, the cook top must be connected to the oven. Mount the
oven allowing enough room for the following operations to be made.
•Connect the earth wire (yellow-green) of the cook top to the earth
terminal Aof the oven (see figure).
•Fit the cook top connectors into the appropriate sockets in the top
cover of the oven. Make sure that the colours and symbols of the
connectors match those of the oven sockets.
•If the cook top is equipped with a connector for the residual heat
indicator, same must be fitted into the free socket on the right side.
The oven can now be fully mounted into the cabinet; make sure that the
power cable is properly routed and does not come into contact with parts
which may become hot during operation.

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3.DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
3.1Front control panel
All the oven controls are grouped together on the front panel.
STATIC MODEL
6-FUNCTIONS MODEL
8-FUNCTIONS MODEL

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STATIC MODEL + COOK TOP CONTROLS
8-FUNCTIONS MODEL + COOK TOP CONTROLS
FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB
(static oven)
Cooking temperature is selected by turning the
knob clockwise to the desired setting, between 50°
and 250°C.
This knob permits to select either the bottom ( )or top (grill) ( ) heating
element. A further symbol at end of knob rotation permits to turn on
the spit motor and the top grill heating element.
FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB
(6 functions)
Rotate the knob in either direction to
select desired function from the
following:
NO FUNCTION SET
UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT
GRILL ELEMENT +
VENTILATION
GRILL ELEMENT UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT +
VENTILATION
WIDE GRILL
ELEMENT
DEFROSTING

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FUNCTION SWITCH KNOB
(8-functions)
Rotate the knob in either direction to
select desired function from the
following:
NO FUNCTION SET
UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT
DEFROSTING
GRILL ELEMENT UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT +
VENTILATION
LOWER HEATING
ELEMENT
GRILL ELEMENT +
VENTILATION
UPPER AND LOWER
HEATING ELEMENT +
VENTILATED HEATING
ELEMENT
VENTILATED
HEATING ELEMENT
THERMOSTAT KNOB
(multifunction oven)
Cooking temperature is selected by
turning the knob clockwise to the desired
setting, between 50°and 250°C.
Maximum temperature in models with
front glass panel is 260°C.
THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT
When this light comes on, the oven is heating up.
When this light goes out, the preset heating temperature has
been reached.
When the light flashes, the temperature inside the oven is
steady at the set temperature.

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MINUTE COUNTER KNOB
Turn clockwise to wind up the alarm and set to the
desired time.
Time is expressed in minutes (maximum 55
minutes).
Adjustment is continuous so that intermediate times between markings
can also be set. Alarm activation at end of pre-set time does not turn off
the oven (no end of cooking).
TIMER KNOB
Lets you choose manual cooking or the timer with
automatic turn-off of the oven when done.
For manual control of cooking time, turn the knob anticlockwise to
the symbol .
To set cooking time turn the knob clockwise. The numbers from 5to 90
correspond to minutes. Adjustment is progressive and intermediate
positions between the numbers shown may be used.
At the end of programmed cooking, an audible alarm sounds which goes
off automatically after 4-5 seconds.
COOK TOP CONTROL KNOB
Permits to adjust cook top heating. Rotate clockwise to set
to desired value (2to 12).
COOK-TOP CONTROL KNOB
WITH DOUBLE HEATING
Permits to select heating zone in plates with
double heating zones.
Rotating the knob clockwise from between 2to 12 heats the inner zone
within the small diameter.
Setting knob to or and releasing it (knob returns to 12) causes both
zones to be heated. To adjust heat intensity, turn the knob anticlockwise
to the desired value.
To return to heating inside the inner zone only, set knob first to 0and
then to any value between 2and 12 as desired.

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3.2Electronic programmer
LIST OF FUNCTIONS
MINUTE-COUNTER KEY
END-OF-COOKING KEY
COOKING TIME KEY
TIME BACK KEY
TIME FORWARD KEY
MANUAL OPERATION KEY
3.2.1Clock adjustment
When using the oven for the first time, or after a power failure, the display
flashes regularly and indicates . To stop flashing, press key on
the display. By pressing keys or each single press changes the time
by 1 minute either up or down.
Press one of the two keys until the right time appears.
Before setting the programmer activate the desired function and
temperature.
3.2.2Semiautomatic cooking
Use this setting for automatic oven switch-off at the end of cooking time.

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By pressing key , the display lights up, showing ; keep the key
pressed and at the same time, press keys or to set the cooking
time.
Release key to start the programmed cooking time count. The display
will now show the right time together with symbols Aand .
3.2.3Automatic cooking
Use this setting to automatically start and stop the oven.
By pressing key , the display lights up showing ; keep the key
pressed and at the same time, press keys or to set the cooking
time.
By pressing key the sum of the right time + cooking time will appear;
keep the key pressed and at the same time, press keys or to
regulate the end of cooking time.
Release key to start the programmed count and the display will show
the right time together with symbols Aand .
After setting, to see how much cooking time is left, press key ; to see
end of cooking time, press key .
3.2.4End of cooking
When cooking is over, the oven will automatically switch off and, at the
same time, an intermittent alarm will sound. After switching off the alarm,
the display will once again show the right time together with the symbol
, indicating that the oven has returned to manual operation mode.
3.2.5Adjusting alarm volume
The acoustic alarm has three different settings. These can be operated,
while the alarm is sounding, by pressing key .

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3.2.6Switching off the alarm
The alarm switches off automatically after seven minutes. It can be
manually turned off by pressing key .
3.2.7Minute-counter
The programmer can also be used as a simple minute counter.
The use of the minute-counter will not interrupt oven operation at the end
of the set time.
By pressing key , the display shows ; keep the key pressed and
at the same time press keys or . By releasing the key , the
programmed count starts and the symbols and appear on the
monitor.
After programming the minute-counter, the display will show the right
time. to display remaining time, press key .
Wrong settings are prevented logically (e.g., any conflict between end of
cooking time and a longer time will not be accepted by the programmer).
3.2.8Cancellation of set data
Once the programme has been set, keep the key of the function to be
cancelled pressed, while at the same time is reached by means of
variation keys or . Time cancellation will be considered as end-of-
cooking time by the programmer.
3.2.9Changing the set data
The cooking data entered can be changed at any time by keeping the
function key pressed and at the same time adjusting the keys or .

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3.3Clock + timer with end of cooking
Permits to select manual cooking or to set timer and cooking time.
Always rotate the small knob AANTICLOCKWISE.
Select function and cooking temperature before setting cooking time.
3.3.1Adjusting the clock
To adjust to correct time, PRESS and rotate the small knob A
anticlockwise.
3.3.2Manual cooking
For manual cooking, rotate small knob Aanticlockwise until pointer is
aligned with .
3.3.3Setting cooking time
To set cooking time, rotate small knob Aanticlockwise to the desired
length of time (maximum 90 minutes).
3.3.4End of cooking
At end of cooking the oven turns off automatically and the alarm starts
sounding.
3.3.5Muting the alarm
To mute the alarm turn small knob Aanticlockwise until pointer is aligned
with .

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4.USE OF THE OVEN
In the models equipped with electronic programmer before using the oven
make sure that the electronic programmer displays the symbol (see
"3.2.1 Clock adjustment").
In the models equipped analog programmer (se
e
"
3.3.
2
Manual cooking
"
)
and with timer knob make sure that the pointer is aligned with .
4.1Warnings and general advice
Before using the oven for the first time, pre-heat it to maximum
temperature (250°C) long enough to burn any manufacturing oily
residues which could give the food a bad taste.
In the models featuring an electronic programmer, a power failure causes
the display to start flashing at regular intervals and the symbol to
appear. To re-adjust, see "3.2 Electronic programmer".
To prevent any steam in the oven creatin
g
problems, open the door in two stages: half ope
n
(5 cm approx.) for 4-5 seconds and then full
y
open. To access food, always leave the doo
r
open as short a time as possible to prevent th
e
temperature in the oven from falling and ruinin
g
the food.
4.2Cooling system
The oven is equipped with a cooling system
which automatically comes on upon the oven
being turned on.
Fans cause a steady outflow of air from above
the door which may continue for a brief period of
time even after the oven has been turned off.
4.3Oven light
To turn on the oven light in models with static oven, rotate the
temperature knob clockwise to the first setting aligned with the lamp
symbol ( ). The light will remain on throughout entire oven operation.
In the multifunction models, the inside oven light may be turned on by
simultaneously rotating the function selector knob and the timer knob.
When the oven is not working, the light comes on by simply opening the
door.

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5.AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES
The oven features 4 support positions for
plates and racks of different height.
Some models do not feature all accessories.
Grill: useful for holding cooking vessels.
Plate grill: for placing above plate for
cooking foods that might drip.
Oven plate: useful for catching fat from
foods on the grill above.
Pastry plate: for baking cakes, pizza and
oven desserts.
Spit frame (in models with static oven
only): to be mounted in the oven guides
before fitting the spit.
Spit (in models with static oven only):
suitable for cooking whole chickens,
sausages and any other food requiring even
cooking on all surfaces.
Top guard: suitable for preventing
overheating of the control panel when
cooking with door open.
Chromium-plated tubular gripper for
removing hot racks and plates from the
oven.
Accessories available on request
Original accessories may be ordered from any Authorised Service
Centre.

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6.COOKING HINTS
6.1Traditional cooking (multifunction models)
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷250°C
This traditional cooking method, in which heat comes from above and
below, is suitable for cooking food on a single level. You have to pre-
heat the oven until the set temperature is reached. Place the food in the
oven only after the thermostat indicator light has turned off. very fatty
meats may be put in when the oven is still cold. Put frozen meat in
immediately, without waiting for it to thaw. The only precaution you need
to take is to set the temperature about 20°C lower and cooking time
about 1/4 longer than you would for fresh meat.
6.2Hot-air cooking (multifunction models)
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷250°C
This system is suitable for cooking on several levels, including different
types of food (fish, meat etc.), without the tastes and smells mingling. Air
circulation in the oven ensures a uniform distribution of heat. Pre-heating
is not necessary.
Multiple cooking is possible as long as the cooking temperature of the
different foods is the same.

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6.3Grill cooking
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH
.
Permits rapid browning of foods. You are advised to place the pan in the
highest guide. For short-term cooking of small quantities, place the grid
in the fourth guide from the bottom. For long-term cooking and grills, put
the grid in the lowest guide in accordance with the size of the pieces.
If the oven door is kept open during grilling, extract the upper protection
about 15 cm to avoid overheating the front control panel.
While cooking with the oven door open, a great deal of heat will come
out: keep children away from the oven.
6.4Hot-air grilling (multifunction models)
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH
Ensures uniform heat distribution with greater heat penetration into the
food. Food will be lightly browned on the outside and remain soft inside.
Keep the oven door closed during cooking. Heating up time must
not exceed 60 minutes.

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6.5Delicate cooking (in some models only)
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH 50 ÷250°C
Ideal for pastries and cakes with wet covering and little sugar and damp
desserts in moulds. Excellent results can also be achieved in completing
cooking at the bottom and with dishes requiring heat in the lower area in
particular. The plate is best inserted at bottom level.
6.6Defrosting (multifunction models)
FUNCTION SWITCH
THERMOSTAT SWITCH IN POSITION 0
The flow of air produced by the fan ensures quicker defrosting.
The air circulating inside the oven is at room temperature.
The advantage of defrosting at room temperature is that it does not alter
the taste and appearance of the food.