Hotpoint SX995X Oven User Manual


 
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Know your Oven
A. Control Panel
B. Function selector
C. Temperature control
D. Analogue programmer for Start/End cooking time
E. Oven pilot light - When the light is on, it indicates that the oven is heating. It will turn off
when the temperature setting has been reached.
F. Glass oven door
G. Analogue programme knob
The Controls
This model combines, in a single appliance, the
advantages of traditional convection ovens with those
of modern forced air ventilation ovens. It is an extremely
versatile appliance that allows you to easily and safely
choose between 7 different cooking modes.The various
modes can be selected by adjusting the function selector
“B” and the temperature control “C” on the control panel.
Oven light
When the function selector “B” is in any position other
than the " " position, the oven light comes on.
NOTE: to turn the oven light on without activating any of
the heating elements, the function selector "B" must be
turned to the setting indicated by the symbol and the
temperature control "C" must be set to zero indicated by
the " " symbol.
Convection Mode
Set the temperature control (C) between 50°C and 250°C.
The outer heating elements at both the top and the bottom
of the oven will come on. The heat is distributed uniformly
from the top to the bottom. The convection mode is
recommended for preparing meat-based dishes featuring
beef or veal which require slow cooking and basting. It
is the best cooking mode for dry pastries and fruit in
general. When cooking in convection mode, only use
one baking tray or
shelf at a time, otherwise the the heat distribution with
be uneven. Select from among the various shelf positions
based on the whether the dish needs more or less heat
from the top or bottom.
Lower heating element
Set the temperature control (C) between 50°C and 250°C.
By turning the control to this position, the oven light and
lower heating element come on.
This is recommended for finishing off the cooking of food
(in baking trays) which is well-cooked on the surface
but still soft inside.
Note that when using this position, the temperature is
automatically set at the maximum temperature which
cannot be changed using the temperature control.
Upper heating element
Set the temperature control (C) between 50°C and 250°C.
By turning the control to this position, the oven light and
upper heathing element come on.
This is recommended for finishing off the cooking of food
(in baking trays) which is already inside well-cooked but
needs browning.