Venini VEF91EG User guide

INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND USE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FREE-STANDING COOKERS
90x60 cm (type M9V)
60x60 cm (type M6V)
VEF91EG
VEF61EG
READ THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING
THE APPLIANCE.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage to property or to persons
caused by incorrect installation or improper use of the appliance.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any inaccuracies, due to printing or transcription
errors, contained in this booklet. In addition, the appearance of the figures reported is also
purely indicative.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to its products when considered
necessary and useful, without affecting the essential safety and operating characteristics.

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CONTENTS:
THINK APPLIANCES ..................................................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLER TECHNICAL MANUAL ............................................................................................................... 4 - 14
Installing the cooker ........................................................................................................................................ 5 – 6
Room ventilation ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Location and aeration...................................................................................................................................... 6
Appliance gas connection ............................................................................................................................... 7
Adaption to different types of gas.................................................................................................................... 7 – 10
Burner adjustment........................................................................................................................................... 10 – 11
Appliance electric connection.......................................................................................................................... 12 – 13
Important warnings.......................................................................................................................................... 13
Replacing parts............................................................................................................................................... 14
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ............................................................................................................. 15
Gas burner / hot plate dimensions .................................................................................................................. 15
Control panel description................................................................................................................................. 15
Using burners.................................................................................................................................................. 16 – 17
Use of electric plates....................................................................................................................................... 17 – 18
Using the ceramic hob .................................................................................................................................... 18
Using the gas oven ......................................................................................................................................... 18 – 20
Using the thermostat with switch in series....................................................................................................... 21
Using the electric thermostat........................................................................................................................... 21
Using the oven function knob.......................................................................................................................... 22
Using the natural conventional electric oven................................................................................................... 23
Using the ventilated electric oven.................................................................................................................... 23 – 24
Using the gas grill............................................................................................................................................ 24 – 25
Using the conventional electric grill................................................................................................................. 26
Using the ventilated electric grill...................................................................................................................... 26
Using the minute minder ................................................................................................................................. 26
Analogue clock with timer................................................................................................................................ 27
Electronic timer ............................................................................................................................................... 27 – 28
Cleaning the appliance.................................................................................................................................... 28
After-sales technical service and spare parts.................................................................................................. 29

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THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR NON-PROFESSIONAL DOMESTIC USE
INSTALLER TECHNICAL MANUAL
This appliance conforms with the regulations of European directive 2002/95/CE.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
This guideline is the frame of a European-wide validity of return and recycling on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment.
This symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this
appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be handed over to the applicable
collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
INSTALLER INFORMATION
The installation, all adjustments, transformations and maintenance listed in this part of the manual must be
carried out only by skilled personnel.
Improper installation may cause damage to persons, animals or property, for which the manufacturer will not be
held responsible.
The appliance safety or automatic adjustment devices may be changed during the service life of the system only
by the manufacturer or by the duly authorised supplier.

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INSTALLING THE COOKER
After having removed the various loose parts from the internal and external packing, make sure that the cooker is not
damaged. If in any doubt, do not use the appliance and contact skilled personnel.
Keep all the dangerous packing parts (polystyrene foam, bags, cardboard, staples, etc.) away from children.
The appliance can be installed as a freestanding unit, next to a wall at a distance of no less than 20mm (Fig.2, Class 1
Installation) or inserted between two walls (Fig.1, Class 2 Subclass 1 Installation). A single sidewall that exceeds the
height of the work surface is possible. This must be at a minimum distance of 70 mm from the edge of the cooker (Fig.2,
Class 1 Installation).
WARNING: In order to prevent accidental tipping of the appliance, for example by a child climbing on to the
oven door, the stabilizing means must be installed according to these instructions
Any walls of the adjacent furniture pieces and the wall behind the cooker must be made of heat-resistant material that
can withstand a minimum temperature of 65°C.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
The cooker can be installed separately, as a freestanding unit, or between kitchen units or between a kitchen
unit and the wall. The device must be installed in accordance with the regulations stated in UNI 7129 and UNI
7131 standards.
This appliance is not connected to devices which exhaust combustion products.
Special attention must be focused on the prescriptions described below regarding room aeration and
ventilation. Any hanging cabinets installed above the work surface must be located at a distance of no less than
700 mm.
ROOM VENTILATION
To ensure that the appliance operates correctly, the room where it is installed must be continuously ventilated. The room
volume should not be less than 25 m³ and the quantity of air needed should be based on the regular combustion of gas
and on the ventilation of the room. Natural air will flow through permanent openings in the walls of the room to be
ventilated. These openings will be connected with the outside environment and should have a minimum cross-section
defined by the current national standards regarding room ventilation (Fig. 3).
These openings should be built so that they cannot be clogged.
Indirect ventilation is also permitted by taking air from the rooms adjacent to the one to be ventilated.
Fig. 3
LOCATION AND AERATION
Gas cooking appliances must always evacuate the combustion products by means of hoods connected to chimneys,
flues or directly outside (Fig. 4). If a hood cannot be installed, it is possible to use a fan installed on a window or directly
facing outdoors, to be operated together with the appliance (Fig. 5), provided that there is strict compliance with the
ventilation regulations.
Fig. 4 Fig. 5

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APPLIANCE GAS CONNECTION
Before connecting the appliance to the gas network, make sure that the data on the label attached to the food warmer
drawer or on the back of the cooker are compatible with what is indicated for the gas distribution network.
The label in the food warmer drawer (or on the back) of the appliance indicates the appliance adjustment conditions: type
of gas and operating pressure.
IMPORTANT: This appliance must be installed in compliance with current national standards in force and
used only in a well-ventilated room.
WARNING: The appliance utilises a threaded 1/2" gas cylindrical male fitting according to UNI-ISO 228-1.
To connect the appliance to the gas network with a flexible rubber hose, a supplemental hose nipple fitting is needed
(Fig. 6) which is supplied with the appliance.

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Table 1

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ADAPTATION TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS
Before performing any maintenance operation, disconnect the appliance from the gas supply and electricity
network.
REPLACING THE NOZZLES TO OPERATE WITH ANOTHER TYPE OF GAS
Follow the instructions below to change the burner nozzles on the work surface:
1) Pull out the plug from the electric outlet to avoid any type of electric contact.
2) Remove the grids from the work surface (Fig. 7A-7B).
3) Remove the burners (Fig. 7A-7B).
Fig. 7A Fig.7B
4) Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm spanner, and replace them (Fig.8) with those needed for the new type of gas
according to what is indicated in Table 1 for model VEF61EG and in Table 2 for model VEF91EG.

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Fig. 8
2) Burner "MINIMUM" adjustment:
Work surface burner adjustment: follow the instructions below to adjust the work surface burner minimum:
1) Light the burner and set the knob to the MINIMUM position (small flame).
2) Remove the knob of the valve that is press fit on the rod of that valve.
3) If the cooker is not equipped with safety valves on the surface burners, insert a small slotted screwdriver into the hole
on the valve rod (Fig. 14) and turn the choke screw to the right or left until the burner flame is adjusted to minimum. If the
cooker is equipped with safety valves, the choke valve is not located in the rod hole but on the valve body (Fig. 15).
4) Ensure sure that the flame does not go out when switching quickly from the MAXIMUM to the MINIMUM position.
Fig. 14 Fig. 15
APPLIANCE ELECTRIC CONNECTION
The electric connection must comply with the current legal standards and regulations.
Before making the connection, check that:
¾The system electrical rating and the current outlets are adequate for the maximum power output of the
appliance (see the label applied to the bottom of the casing).
¾The outlet or the system is equipped with an efficient ground connection in accordance with the current legal
standards and regulations. The manufacturer will not be responsible for the non-compliance with these
instructions.
¾The power cord is supplied with a 15A plug, suitable for the load indicated on the label and a standard 15A
GPO.

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Fig. 17
¾The power cord must be positioned so that a temperature of 75°C will not be reached at any point.
¾Do not use reductions, adapters or splitters since they might cause false contacts and lead to dangerous
overheating.
When the connection is made directly to the electric network:
¾Use a device that ensures disconnection from the mains in which the contacts are opened to a distance that
permits complete disconnection according to the conditions for over-voltage category III.
¾Remember that the ground wire must not be interrupted by the circuit-breaker.
¾As an alternative, the electric connection can also be protected by a high-sensitivity residual current circuit-
breaker but this may be subject to nuisance tripping due to residual humidity in heating elements.
¾It is highly recommended to attach the special green-yellow ground wire to an efficient ground system.
WARNING: If the power cord is replaced, the ground wire (yellow-green) connected to the terminal, should
be longer than the other wires by about 2 cm.
TABLE N°4: TYPES OF POWER CORDS
Work surface Oven Cross section
operation operation 230V ~ 230V 3~ 400V 2N~ 400V 3N~
Gas oven / Gas grill 3x0.75mm² - - -
Gas oven / Electric grill 3x1mm² - - -
Only gas burner Electric Oven 3x1mm² (M6)
3x1,5mm² (M9 - - -
Ventilated Electric Oven 3x1,5mm² - - -
Gas oven / Gas grill 3x1mm² - - -
Gas burner + 1 hot plate Gas oven / Electric grill 3x1,5mm² (M6)
3x2,5mm² (M9 - - -
Electric Oven 3x1,5mm² (M6)
3x2,5mm² (M9 - - -
Ventilated Electric Oven 3x2,5mm² - - -
Gas burner + 2 hot plate Forno elettrico statico 3x2,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
Forno elettrico ventilato multi-9 3x2,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
4 hot plate Forno elettrico statico 3x2,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
Forno elettrico ventilato multi-9 3x2,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
Ceran Forno elettrico statico 3x2,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
Forno elettrico ventilato multi-9 3x4mm² 4x1,5mm² 4x1,5mm² 5x1,5mm²
ATTENTION: The appliance conforms with the regulations of directives 90/396EEC (Gas Directive) regarding gas
appliances for domestic use and the like, 93/68 and 73/23 (Low Voltage Directive) regarding electrical safety and
2004/108/CE, 93/68 and 89/336 (EMC Directive) regarding electromagnetic compatibility.
THREE-PHASE ELECTRIC CONNECTION
The cookers that can also be connected to three-phase systems normally are factory built for the single-phase 230V
connection and are supplied with a power cord. Based on the connection system used, install the power cord type
indicated in table No.4.
To use the selected connection system change the jumpers on the terminal strip as indicated in the diagram of (Fig.18)
Letter L (phase) = brown wire;
Letter N (neutral) = blue wire;
Ground symbol = green-yellow
wire;

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Fig. 18
APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE
ATTENTION: IMPORTANT WARNINGS
¾For cookers resting on a base
ATTENTION: If the cooker rests on a base, take the measures necessary to prevent the cooker from sliding along the
support base.
¾For cookers with glass covers
ATTENTION: Before opening the appliance’s glass cover, carefully remove all liquid residues from the top of it.
ATTENTION: Before closing the appliance’s glass cover, make sure that the work surface has cooled.
¾For cookers with electric ovens
ATTENTION: The unit becomes hot during use. Do not touch the heating elements inside the oven.
¾For cookers with electric ovens
ATTENTION: The accessible parts can become hot during use. Keep children away from the appliance.
¾For the food warmer compartment (or drop leaf in our case)
ATTENTION: The internal parts of the food warmer can become hot during use.
¾For glass doors
ATTENTION: Do not use harsh abrasive cleaning products or metal spatulas with sharp edges to clean the oven door’s
glass since this could scratch the surface and the glass could break.
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
DOOR GUARD
The cookers with strips of stainless steel on the oven door can be equipped with a protective grating that can be installed
on the door. Such grating is available on the service post sale (Fig.43).
Fig. 43
REPLACING PARTS
Before performing any maintenance operations, disconnect the appliance from the gas supply and electricity
network.
To replace parts such as knobs and burners, just remove them from the seats without disassembling any part of the
cooker.

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To replace parts such as nozzle supports, valves and electric components follow the procedure described in the burner
adjustment paragraph. To replace the valve or the gas thermostat, it is also necessary to disassemble the two rear gas
train brackets, loosening the 4 screws (2 per bracket) that attach it to the rest of the cooker and, unscrew the nuts that
attach the front burner valves to the control support, after removing all the knobs. To replace the gas or electric
thermostat, also disassemble the rear cooker guard, loosening the relative screws, to be able to pull out and reposition
the thermostat bulb.
To replace the oven bulb, just unscrew the protection cap that projects out inside the oven. (Fig.19)
Fig. 19
WARNING: Before replacing the bulb, disconnect the appliance from the electric power supply.
WARNING:The power cord supplied with the appliance is connected to the appliance with an Xtype connection (in
compliance with standards AS/NZS 60335-1, AS/NZS 60335-2-6 and subsequent amendments) for which it can be
installed without the use of special tools, with the same type of cord as the one installed.
If the power cord becomes worn or damaged, replace it based on the information reported in table 4.
WARNING: If the power cord is replaced, the installer shall ensure that the ground cable is longer than the
phase cables and also should comply with the warnings regarding the electric connection.
Greasing the valves:
If it becomes difficult to operate the valve, it should be greased immediately by following the instructions listed below:
1) Disassemble the valve body by loosening the two screws located on the body of the valve (Fig.20)
Fig. 20
2) Extract and clean the seal cone and its housing with a rag soaked with thinner.
3) Lightly grease the cone with special grease.
4) Insert the cone, moving it several times, remove it again, remove the excess grease and make sure that the gas
passage ways are unobstructed.
5) Replace all the pieces by reversing the order in which they were disassembled and check that the valve operates
correctly.
6) To replace the power cable, lift the terminal board’s cover and replace the cable. To access the terminal board in
cookers with a 3x2.5mm² cable, the back panel on the rear of the appliance must be removed.

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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
GAS BURNER DIMENSION
Burner Dimension (mm)
Auxiliary Ø 50
Semi-rapid Ø 70
Rapid Ø 95
Fish 55x230
Ultra-rapid Ø 130
CERAN AND ELECTRIC HOT PLATE DIMENSION
TIPE OF PLATE DIMENSION
Electric hot plate Ø 145
Electric hot plate Ø 180
Electric hot plate infrared Ø 145 left rear 1200W
Electric hot plate infrared Ø 145 right rear 2100W
Electric hot plate infrared Ø 145 right front 1200W
Electric hot plate infrared Ø 180 left front 1700W
Electric hot plate hi light Ø 145 left rear 1200W
Electric hot plate hi light Ø 170/265 left rear 1400/2200W
Electric hot plate hi light Ø 145 left rear 1200W
Electric hot plate hi light Ø 180 left rear 700/2100W
CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
On the control panel, small symbols show the function of each knob or key. Here are the several controls that a cooker
can have:
Shows the position of burners on the worktop, the full dot identifies the burner in object (in this case the
rear burner on the right).
Shows the running of any oven (gas oven with gas grill, gas oven with electric grill, static oven, 9 position
switch).
Shows the electric thermostat for the electric fan oven.
Shows the minute minder
Shows the operating key for the rotisserie (only gas oven).
Shows the oven fan working button, to allow the oven to operate with fan assisted gas. The fan operation
of the oven prevents the operation of the electric grill, which therefore cannot be used with the fan in action.
Shows the ignition key for the oven light (all except the electric fan oven).
Shows the push-button for burner ignition.
Shows if keys are in position “on” or “off”.

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USING BURNERS
A diagram is etched on the control panel above each knob which indicates which burner corresponds to that knob. The
burners can be ignited in different ways depending on the type of appliance and its specific characteristics.
¾Manual lighting (it is always possible even when the power is cut off): Turn the knob anticlockwise that
corresponds to the burner selected, setting it to the MAXIMUM position at the etched star (large flame Fig.23A-
23B-23C) and hold a lit match to the burner.
¾Electric ignition: Turn the knob counterclockwise that corresponds to the burner selected, setting it to the
MAXIMUM position (large flame Fig. 23A-23B-23C) and keep on pressing the knob in correspondence with the
ignition symbol marked with a star (for cookers equipped with ignition through knob) or press the ignition button
marked with a star and release it as soon as the burner has ignited.
Fig. 23 A Fig. 23 B Fig. 23 C
¾Burner ignition equipped with safety device (thermocouple) (Fig. 22): Turn the knob anticlockwise that
corresponds to the burner selected, setting it to the MAXIMUM position at the etched star (large flame Fig. 23A-
23B-23C), press the knob and activate one of the above-mentioned ignition devices. Once ignited, keep
pressing the knob for about 10 seconds to allow the flame to heat the thermocouple. If the burner goes out after
releasing the knob, repeat the entire operation.
Note: It is recommended not to try to ignite a burner if the relative flame cap is not in the correct position.
Fig. 22
Tips for using burners correctly:
¾Use suitable pots for each burner (see tab. 5 and Fig. 21).
Fig. 21
¾When the liquid is boiling, turn the knob to the MINIMUM position (small flame Fig. 23A-23B-23C).
¾Always use pots with a cover.
TABLE N°5
BURNER PAN DIAMETER recommended (cm)
Auxiliary 12-14
Semi-rapid 14-26
Rapid 18-26
Double ring 22-26
ATTENTION: Use pots with a flat bottom

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WARNING: If the power is cut off, the burners can be lit with matches. When cooking foods with oil and fat,
which are very flammable, the user should not leave the appliance unattended. If the appliance is equipped with
a glass cover, the cover may break when heated. Turn off all burners before lowering the cover. Do not use
sprays near the appliance when it is being used. When using the burners, make sure that the handles of the pots
are correctly positioned. Keep children away from the appliance. If equipped with a cover, before being closed,
any food deposits should be cleaned off the built-in surface.
NOTE: The use of a gas cooking appliance produces heat and humidity in the room where it is installed.
Therefore, proper aeration in the room is needed while ensuring that natural ventilation openings remain
unobstructed (Fig.3) and activating the mechanical aeration device/exhaust hood or electric fan (Fig. 4 and Fig.
5). Intensive and continuous use of the appliance may require additional aeration, for example by opening a
window, or more efficient aeration by increasing the power of the mechanical exhauster, if installed.
USE OF THE ELECTRIC PLATES
The plates are controlled by a switch with 6 positions (Fig. 24A-24B ).
Fig. 24A Fig. 24B
The plates can be utilised by rotating the knob onto the desired position. On the front of the appliance there is a design
showing which plate the knob refers to. The use of the plate is shown by the indicator light which is also found on the
front panel of the appliance
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How to use an electric plate?
When you use the plate for the first time or after a long period over which the plate has not been used, you are advised
to use the plate on position 1 for about 30 minutes in order to eliminate any humidity absorbed by the isolating material
inside. As an indication we give a table with the necessary rules to follow for the best use of the electric plates.
WARNING: When using the plate for the first time or after a long period over which the plate has not been
used, in order to eliminate any humidity absorbed by the isolating material it is necessary to use the plate for
about 30 minutes on position 1 of the switch.
PLATE 1500W Watt COOKING POSSIBILITIES
0 0 Plate switched off
1 135 To melt butter, chocolate etc. - To heat up small quantities of liquid
2 165 To heat up larger quantities of liquid - to prepare creams/sauces with long cooking times
3 250 To thaw foods, cooking boiling temperatures
4 500 To cook roasts of delicate meat and fish
5 750 For roast of chops and steaks, for large boiled foods
6 1500 To boil large quantities of water, to fry

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For a correct use remember the following:
¾Dry the bottom of the pan before putting it on the plate.
¾Use pans with a flat bottom and in thick metal (Fig. 25 ).
Fig. 25
¾Never use pans which are smaller than the plate.
¾Switch on the current after you have put the pan on the plate.
¾After use, to keep the plate in good condition, always treat the plate with normal products for electric
plates which are available on the market so that the surface is always clean; doing this will avoid any
eventual oxidisation (rust).
¾Even after use the plates stay hot for a long time and so do not put your hands or other objects on the
plates so as to prevent possible burns.
¾When the plates are in use make sure that the pan handles are positioned correctly. Keep children
away.
¾When cooking foods with oil and fat, which can easily set alight, the user must not leave the appliance
unattended.
WARNING: As soon as you see a crack in the surface of the plate immediately disconnect the appliance from
the mains.
USING THE CERAMIC HOB
The work surface has 4 cooking areas with different heating levels and diameters. The positions are clearly indicated by
circular areas that are not etched. Heating takes place within these marked areas. If 1 or 2 cooking areas are used, the
other surface remains cold. It is recommended to use special utensils for electric cooking to ensure efficient use and to
save energy. The bottom of the pan surface should be thick and flat to guarantee the best cooking. The diameter of the
base of the pots (or other containers) should be as close as possible to the diameter of the plate being used, if it is
smaller, energy will be wasted since the heat generated will be partially dispersed by the uncovered surface of the plate.
The surface of the hob and the base of the container must be clean. Following these hints will save energy and heat.
How to use the ceramic hob?
Each cooking area is controlled by a thermostat or by an energy regulator that is used to select a variable temperature.
When the boiling point is reached, the temperature can be reduced to allow the food to slowly boil. Practice will indicate
the right time to allow the foods to slowly boil, but obviously this depends on the food and the type of pot. The correct
combination will save time and energy.
WARNING: Your CERAN ceramic hob is resistant to thermal shocks and is not affected by heat or cold.
Accidental impacts with a heavy casserole dish are unlikely to damage the hob. However, a special type of
impact, caused by a heavy abject such as a salt container or a spice bottle on the edge or corner of the hob,
may break the surface.
USING THE GAS OVEN
GAS OVEN:
All the gas oven cookers are equipped with a thermostat and safety device to adjust the cooking temperature. The oven
temperature is set by turning the knob counterclockwise to match the indicator with the temperature selected. The gas
oven can be combined with a gas grill or an electric grill. See the specific pages for usage information.
FAN GAS OVEN:
Operating the fan of the oven by means of the appropriate switch situated on the control panel, the circulation of warm air
guarantees a uniform heat distribution. The preheating of the oven can be avoided. However for delicate baking, it is
preferable to warm the oven before introducing the baking-pan. The baking system with the fan convection changes in
part the various traditional baking notions. When roasting meat it is not necessary to turn the meat any more and for a
roast on the spit, it is not indispensable to use the spit-roaster, but is sufficient to put the meat directly on the grate.
With the use of the fan gas oven, the baking temperatures are slightly lower by about 10-15°C compared to those in use
with the traditional gas oven. The fan operation of the oven prevents the operation of the electric grill, which therefore
cannot be used with the fan in action.
The oven can also be used in a traditional way, (by not activating the fan) for foods requiring heat from the bottom, e.g.
pizza.