Smeg CX68CM8 User manual

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1Instructions 46
1.1 General safety instructions 46
1.2 Manufacturer’s liability 50
1.3 Appliance purpose 50
1.4 Identification plate 51
1.5 This user manual 51
1.6 Disposal 51
1.7 How to read the user manual 52
2 Description 53
2.1 General Description 53
2.2 Hob 54
2.3 Control panel 55
2.4 Other parts 56
2.5 Available accessories 56
3Use 58
3.1 Instructions 58
3.2 Using the accessories 59
3.3 Using the hob 60
3.4 Using the oven 62
3.5 Digital programmer (on some models only) 64
3.6 Analogue programmer (on some models only) 67
3.7 Using the storage compartment (on some models only) 68
3.8 Cooking advice 69
4 Cleaning and maintenance 72
4.1 Instructions 72
4.2 Cleaning the surfaces 72
4.3 Cleaning the hob 73
4.4 Cleaning the door 74
4.5 Cleaning the oven cavity 76
4.6 Extraordinary maintenance 78
5Installation 80
5.1 Positioning 80
5.2 Electrical connection 85
5.3 Instructions for the installer 86
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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TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions
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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.
• Protect your hands by wearing
oven gloves when moving food
inside the oven.
• 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.
• 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.
• Children must not play with the
appliance.
• Keep children under the age of
eight at a safe distance unless
they are constantly supervised.
• Keep children under the age of 8
away from the appliance when it
is in use.
• Cleaning and maintenance must
not be carried out by
unsupervised children.
• Be aware of how rapidly the
cooking zones heat up. Do not
place empty pans on the heat.
Danger of overheating.
• Fats and oils can catch fire if they
overheat. Do not leave the
appliance unattended while
preparing foods containing oils or
fats. If fats or oils catch fire, never
put water on them. Place the lid
on the pan and turn off the
relevant cooking zone.
• The cooking process must always
be monitored. A short cooking
process must be continuously
monitored.
• Do not place metal objects, such
as dishes or cutlery, on the hob
surface during use as they may
overheat.

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• Do not insert pointed metal objects
(cutlery or utensils) into the slots in
the appliance.
• Do not pour water directly onto
very hot trays.
• Keep the oven door closed during
cooking.
• 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.
• Do not open the storage
compartment (where present)
when the oven is on and still hot.
• The items inside the storage
compartment could be very hot
after using the oven.
• DO NOT USE OR STORE
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN
THE STORAGE
COMPARTMENT (IF PRESENT)
OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
•DONOTUSEAEROSOLSIN
THE VICINITY OF THIS
APPLIANCE WHILST IT IS IN
USE.
• Switch off the appliance
immediately after use.
• DO NOT MODIFY THIS
APPLIANCE.
• Always use any necessary/required
personal protective equipment
(PPE) before performing any work
on the appliance (installation,
maintenance, positioning or
movement).
• Before performing any work on
the appliance, switch off the
power supply.
• 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.
• Do not pull the cable to remove
the plug.
• If the power supply cable is
damaged, contact technical
support immediately and they will
replace it.

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Risk of damaging the appliance
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive
detergents (e.g. scouring
powders, stain removers and
metallic sponges) on glass parts.
• Use wooden or plastic utensils.
• Racks and trays should be inserted
as far as they will go into the side
guides. The mechanical safety
locks that prevent them from being
removed must face downwards
and towards the back of the oven
cavity.
• 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, as these could
then heat up and catch fire. Be
very careful.
• Never leave objects on the
cooking surface.
• DO NOT FOR ANY REASON
USE THE APPLIANCE AS A
SPACE HEATER.
• Do not spray any spray products
near the oven.
• Do not use plastic cookware or
containers when cooking food.
• Do not put sealed tins or
containers in the oven.
• Remove all trays and racks which
are not required during cooking.
• Do not cover the bottom of the
oven cavity with aluminium or tin
foil sheets.
• Do not place pans or trays directly
on the bottom of the oven cavity.
• 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 use the open door to rest
pans or trays on the internal glass
pane.
• Cooking vessels or griddle plates
should be placed inside the
perimeter of the hob.

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• All pans must have smooth, flat
bottoms.
• If any liquid does boil over or spill,
remove the excess from the hob.
• Take care not to spill acid
substances such as lemon juice or
vinegar on the hob.
• Do not put empty pans or frying
pans on switched on cooking
zones.
• If cracks or fissures form, or if the
glass ceramic cooking surface
breaks, turn off the appliance
immediately. Disconnect the
power supply and call Technical
Support.
• Do not use steam jets to clean the
appliance.
• Do not use rough or abrasive
materials or sharp metal scrapers.
• Do not use cleaning products
containing chlorine, ammonia or
bleach on parts made of steel or
that have metallic surface finishes
(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 wash removable parts such
as the hob pan support grids,
flame-spreader crowns and
burner caps in the dishwasher.
• Never use the oven door to lever
the appliance into place when
fitting.
• Avoid exerting too much pressure
on the oven door when open.
• Do not use the handle to lift or
move the appliance.
Installation
• THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE
INSTALLED IN BOATS OR
CARAVANS.
• The appliance must not be
installed on a pedestal.
• Position the appliance into the
cabinet cut-out with the help of a
second person.
• To avoid potential overheating, the
appliance must not be installed
behind a decorative door or a
panel.

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• Have the electrical connection
performed by authorised
technical personnel.
• The appliance must be connected
to earth in compliance with
electrical system safety standards.
• Use cables withstanding a
temperature of at least 90 °C.
• The tightening torque of the
terminal board screws for the
power supply wires must be 1.5 -
2Nm.
For this appliance
• Ensure that the appliance is
switched off before replacing the
bulb.
•Donotrestanyweight or sit on the
open door of the appliance.
• Take care that no objects are stuck
in the doors.
1.2 Manufacturer’s liability
The manufacturer declines all liability
for damage to persons or property
caused by:
• Use of the appliance other than
that specified
• Failure to comply with the
instructions in the user manual
• Tampering with any part of the
appliance
• The use of non-original spare
parts.
1.3 Appliance purpose
• This appliance is intended for
cooking food in the home
environment. Every other use is
considered improper.
• The appliance is not designed to
operate with external timers or with
remote-control systems.

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1.4 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.
1.5 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.
1.6 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.
Power voltage
Danger of electrocution
• Disconnect the mains power
supply.
• Unplug the appliance.

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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 packaged in
non-polluting and recyclable
materials.
• Deliver the packing materials to
the appropriate recycling centre.
1.7 How to read the user manual
This user manual uses the following reading
conventions:
1. Sequence of instructions for use.
• Standalone instruction.
Plastic packaging
Danger of suffocation
• Do not leave the packaging or
any part of it unattended.
• Do not let children play with the
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

Description
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2 Description
2.1 General Description
1 Upstand
2 Hob
3 Control panel
4 Left light
5 Seal
6 Door
7 Fan
8 Storage compartment (on some models
only)
Rack/tray support frames

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2.2 Hob
* power levels are approximate and may vary according to the settings made and the
mains voltage.
Zone
External
diameter
(mm)
Max. power
draw (W)*
Internal
Diameter
(mm)
Max. power
draw (W)*
1 147 1200 --
2 182 1800 --
3 212 2200 122 750
4ovalplate 2200 170 1400

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2.3 Control panel
1 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.
2 Indicator light
The indicator light comes on to indicate that
the oven is heating up. It turns off as soon as
it reaches the set temperature. It flashes
regularly to indicate that the temperature set
inside the oven is kept constant.
3 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.
4 Digital programmer (on some models
only)
Useful for displaying the current time, setting
programmed cooking operations and
programming the minute minder timer.
5 Hob cooking zone knobs
Useful for switching on and adjusting the
cooking zones of the hob.
Press and turn the knob clockwise to adjust
the power of each zone from the lowest to
the highest setting.
6 Analogue programmer (on some
models only)
Useful for displaying the current time, setting
programmed cooking operations and
programming the minute minder timer.

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2.4 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).
Cooling fan
The fan cools the appliance and comes into
operation during cooking. The fan causes a
steady outflow of air that exits from the rear
of the appliance and which may continue
for a brief period of time even after the
appliance has been turned off.
Interior lighting
The appliance’s interior lighting comes on:
• When the door is opened.
• When any function is selected, apart
from the function.
2.5 Available accessories
Rack
Useful for supporting containers with food
during cooking.
Do not obstruct ventilation
openings and heat dispersal slots.
When the door is open, it is not
possible to turn off the interior
lighting.

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Tray rack (on some models only)
To be placed over the top of the tray; for
cooking foods which may drip.
Tray (on some models only)
Useful for collecting fat from foods placed
on the rack above.
Deep tray
Useful for collecting fat from foods placed
on the rack above and for cooking pies,
pizzas and baked desserts.
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.
Original supplied 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.
• Keep children under the age of 8 away
from the oven when it is in use.
• 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.
• Oils and fats could catch fire if
overheated. Be very careful.
High temperature inside the
storage compartment
Danger of burns
• Do not open the storage compartment
when the appliance is on and still hot.
• The items inside the storage
compartment could be very hot after
using the appliance.
• Do not use it for storing flammable items
such as cloths, paper, etc.
High temperature inside the
storage compartment
Danger of fire or explosion
• Do not spray any spray products near
the appliance.
• Do not use or leave flammable materials
near the appliance or the storage
compartment.
• Do not use plastic cookware or
containers for cooking food.
• Do not put sealed tins or containers in
the oven.
• Never leave the appliance unattended
during cooking operations where fats or
oils could be released.
• Remove all trays and racks which are
not required during cooking.

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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 (see 4 Cleaning and
maintenance).
4. Heat the empty oven at the maximum
temperature to burn off any residues left
by the manufacturing process.
3.2 Using the accessories
Tray rack (on some models only)
The tray rack has to be inserted into the tray.
In this way fat can be collected separately
from the food which is being cooked.
Improper use
Risk of damage to 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 use the open door to rest pans or
trays on the internal glass pane.
• Do not pour water directly onto very hot
trays.
• Cooking vessels or griddle plates
should be placed inside the perimeter of
the hob.
• All pans must have smooth, flat bottoms.
• If any liquid does boil over or spill,
remove the excess from the hob.
• Never place pans with bases which are
not perfectly flat and smooth.
• Avoid hard, solid objects falling on the
surface of the hob.
• In case you notice cracks or fissures, turn
off the appliance immediately,
disconnect the power supply and
contact Technical Support.
• Do not use the hob as a support surface.

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Racks and trays
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 removed
accidentally must face downwards and
towards the back of the oven cavity.
3.3 Using the hob
Residual heat
The indicator lights located between the
cooking zones come on when the
temperature of one or more of the radiant
zones exceeds 60°C. These indicator lights
switch off when the temperature falls below
approximately 60°C.
Switching on the cooking zones
The appliance has cooking zones of
different diameters and power levels.
Their positions and the edges of the
heated area are shown by the markings
on the glass.
The cooking zones are of the HIGH-
LIGHT type, they turn on after a few
seconds and the heating is adjustable
using the controls on the control panel,
from low to high.
Gently insert racks and trays into
the oven until they come to a stop.
Clean the trays before using them
for the first time to remove any
residues left by the manufacturing
process.
Improper use
Danger of burns
• Children cannot readily see the residual
heat indicator. The cooking zones
remain hot for a certain period of time
even after they have been turned off.
Make sure that children never touch the
hob.

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Switching off the cooking zones
To switch off the cooking zones, turn the
corresponding knobs to 0.
Double heating zones
To turn on the double heating zones,
turn the knob to the maximum value and
then to the symbols or . When
the knob is released, it automatically
returns to the highest power position.
To adjust the power of the double
heating zone, turn the knob to the
required position, from low to high.
To return to operation with only the
single central plate, turn the knob to 0
and then turn it back to a position
between minimum and maximum.
Practical advice for using the hob
• The diameter of the base of the pan must
correspond to the diameter of the
cooking zone.
• When buying a saucepan, check
whether the diameter indicated is that of
the base or the top of the container, as
the top is almost always larger than the
base.
• The base of the cookware must be thick
and completely flat. It should also be
clean and dry. The hob should be clean
and dry as well.
• When preparing dishes with long
cooking times, you can save time and
energy by using a pressure cooker,
which helps to retain vitamins contained
in the food.
• Make sure that the pressure cooker
contains enough liquid as, if there is not
enough and it overheats, this may cause
damage to both the pressure cooker and
the cooking zone.
• If possible, always cover saucepans with
a suitable lid.
• Choose a pan suitable for the quantity of
food to be cooked. A large, half-empty
saucepan leads to a waste of energy.
• Do not use cast-iron cookware or
cookware with a rough base.
Under certain circumstances, if the
hob and the oven are being used
at the same time, the maximum
power limit that can be used by the
electrical system might be
exceeded.

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3.4 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.
Functions list
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.
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.
Small grill
Using only the heat released from
the central element, this function
allows you to grill small portions of
meat and fish for making kebabs,
toasted sandwiches and any types
of grilled vegetable side dishes.
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.
Fan with grill
The air produced by the fan softens
the strong heatwave generated by
the grill, grilling perfectly even very
thick foods. Perfect for large cuts of
meat (e.g. shin of pork).

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Turbo
The combination of fan assisted
cooking and traditional cooking
allows different foods to be cooked
on several levels extremely quickly
and efficiently, without odours and
flavours mingling. Perfect for large
volumes that call for intense
cooking.
Fan with circulaire
The combination of the fan and the
circulaire heating element
(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.
Eco
This function is particularly suitable
for cooking on a single shelf with
low energy consumption.
Ideal for cooking meat, fish and
vegetables. It is not recommended
for leavened foods.
To obtain maximum energy savings
and reduce cooking times, it is
recommended to place food in the
oven without preheating.
When using the ECO function,
avoid opening the door during
cooking.
Cooking (and preheating) times
are longer with the ECO function.
Vapor Clean
This function makes cleaning easier
using the steam produced by a little
quantity of water poured onto the
appropriate groove placed on the
bottom (see section “Cleaning and
maintenance”).

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3.5 Digital programmer (on some
models only)
Minute minder timer key
Cooking duration key
End of cooking key
Decrease key
Value increase key
Setting the time
On the first use, or after a power failure, the
digits will be flashing on the
appliance’s display.
1. Press the and keys at the same
time. The dot between the hours and the
minutes flashes.
2. The time can be set using the or
key. Keep the key pressed in to increase
or decrease rapidly.
3. Press the key or wait 5 seconds. The
dot between the hours and the minutes
stops flashing.
4. The symbol on the display indicates
that the appliance is ready to start
cooking.
Ensure that the programmer clock
shows the cooking duration
symbol , otherwise it will not
be possible to turn on the oven.
Press the and keys at the
same time to reset the programmer
clock.
If the time is not set, the oven will
not switch on.