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- Page 1 COMPETENCE 5212 BU Build Under Double Oven Operating And Installation Instructions...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the cooker. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the information in this book contact the Customer Care Department. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
If Something Doesn't Work The Main Fan Oven Guarantee Conditions Uses of The Fan Oven Service and Spare Parts How To Use the Fan Oven AEG Service Centres Things to Note To Fit the Main Oven Shelves Hints and Tips... - Page 4 FOR THE INSTALLER Technical Details Things You Need to Know Warnings Choice of Electrical Connection Things to Note Preparing Cabinet for Fitting Oven How to Finish Unpacking Making the Electrical Connections To Remove Cover of Mains Terminal Connecting to the Mains Terminal Checking Electrical Connections Connecting to a Hob or Cooker Point Fitting the Oven...
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Page 5: Description Of The Cooker
DESCRIPTION OF THE COOKER Built in electric double oven WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED Top Oven / Dual Grill Electronic Timer Control Knob Control Panel Multifunction Main Oven Your built in cooker comprises of an oven with conventional and fan assisted option and dual grill in the top compartment. -
Page 6: Getting To Know Your Oven
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OVEN Electronic Timer The Control Panel Fan Selector Indicator Fan Selector button for Neon Top Oven Top Oven Indicator Neon Top Oven / Dual Grill Control Main Oven Indicator Neon Main Oven Temperature Control Multifunction Selector Oven Light Thermal Grilling Speedcook... -
Page 7: The Cooling Fan For The Controls
THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS Your cooker has a cooling fan fitted behind the controls to prevent them from overheating. The cooling fan will come on immediately when grilling or using thermal grill in the top compartment. The cooling fan may come on after a short time when the top or main oven are in use. -
Page 8: Before Using The Cooker
BEFORE USING THE COOKER WHEN FIRST SWITCHING ON The timer must be set to manual operation before the Main oven can be operated. This must be done whenever the cooker is switched off at the wall or when there has been a power failure. -
Page 9: Cookware
COOKWARE Baking trays, dishes etc., should not be placed directly against the grid covering the fan at the back of the oven. Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm (12" x 14") as they will restrict the circulation of heat and may affect performance. -
Page 10: Grill And Oven Furniture
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE The following items of oven furniture have been supplied with the cooker. 1 grill pan 1 grill pan handle 1 grill pan grid 1 grill deflector 1 trivet 1 meat tin 2 shelves for main oven cooking 2 shelves for grilling and Top oven cooking The grill deflector sits above the grill element... -
Page 11: The Electronic Timer
THE ELECTRONIC TIMER The electronic timer can indicate the time of Cookpot Symbol day, operate minute minder automatically time the Main oven. Auto A Auto Symbol ( automatic cooking ) Symbol Bell Symbol ( minute minder ) Bell Cookpot Symbol ( manual cooking ) Symbol Please note that this is a 24 hour clock, for example 2pm is shown as 14.00. - Page 12 AUTOMATIC TIMER CONTROL The automatic timer can be used with the Multifunction oven only. TO SWITCH THE MULTIFUNCTION OVEN ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY 1. Ensure the clock is showing the correct time of day. 2. Place food in the Multifunction oven. 3.
- Page 13 5. Turn oven control correct temperature and select the required function using the Multifunction Selector. The clock will work out what time the oven will switch itself on and will switch the oven off at the end. An audible signal will sound when cooking is complete.
- Page 14 At the end of the cooktime the oven will switch off, the alarm will sound and the auto symbol will flash. 5. To cancel and return to manual operation press buttons together. 6. Turn off the oven temperature control and Multifunction Selector.
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Page 15: The Dual Grill
THE DUAL GRILL WARNING - Accessible parts become hot when the grill is in use. Keep children away. USES OF THE GRILL grill situated oven compartment. The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill or the centre section only can be used. -
Page 16: The Grill Pan And Handle
THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE The grill pan has a removable handle. To insert the handle, press the button on the handle with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly upwards inserting the lip into widest part of the bracket. Move the handle towards the left, lower into position and release the button. - Page 17 The grill pan grid is reversible. This is useful if you want to cook foods of varying thickness. As a general rule, bread for toasting should be placed on the grid in the ' high ' position in the grill pan. Foods such as chicken pieces or chops may be grilled using the grilling grid in the low position.
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Page 18: Grilling Chart
GRILLING CHART The chart below gives recommended cooking times and shelf positions. Remember that these are a guide and should be adjusted to suit personal taste. Note Shelf positions are counted from the bottom upwards. Food Grill Time Shelf Grid (Min) position Bacon Rashers... -
Page 19: The Fan Assisted Top Oven
THE FAN ASSISTED TOP OVEN USES OF THE FAN ASSISTED OVEN The Top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is convenient for mid-week meals where smaller quantities or convenience foods are being cooked. It is important to refer to the Top oven cooking chart as a guide to shelf positions and temperatures as these may differ from previous cookers you may have used. -
Page 20: Hints And Tips
HINTS AND TIPS Use the Top oven when you want to warm plates. Use a setting of 80°C - 100°C on the oven temperature control. You can use both shelves when using the fan assisted oven. There should always be at least 2.5cm (1") between the top of the food and the grill element. -
Page 21: The Conventional Top Oven
THE CONVENTIONAL TOP OVEN USES OF THE CONVENTIONAL OVEN This form of cooking gives you the opportunity to cook without the fan in operation. It is particularly suitable for some cook chilled convenience foods and dishes which require extra base browning such as pizzas, quiches and flans. -
Page 22: Hints And Tips
HINTS AND TIPS The middle shelf allows for the best heat distribution. To increase base browning simply lower the shelf position. To increase top browning, raise the shelf position. The material and finish of the baking trays and dishes used will affect base browning. Enamelware, dark heavy or non-stick utensils increase base... -
Page 23: Top Oven Cooking Chart
TOP OVEN COOKING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by a further 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements. Note: Shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the oven. CONVENTIONAL OVEN FAN ASSISTED OVEN FOOD... -
Page 24: Thermal Grilling In The Top Oven
THERMAL GRILLING IN THE TOP OVEN USES OF THERMAL GRILLING Thermal grilling in the Top oven offers an alternative method of cooking food items normally associated with conventional grilling. The grill element and the oven fan operate together, circulating hot air around the food. The need to check and turn food is reduced. -
Page 25: Things To Note
THINGS TO NOTE Shelf position 3 is suitable for most foods. Setting is suitable for most thicker foods such as chicken quarters and pork chops. Setting is suitable for foods such as bacon. The control knob surround will illuminate. The top oven indicator neon will illuminate. It will turn on and off during cooking to show that the temperature is being maintained. -
Page 26: Thermal Grilling Chart
Turn food over during cooking as necessary. Ensure that ready prepared or cooked chilled dishes e.g. shepherds pie, moussaka, lasagne, etc., are piping hot throughout before serving. Be prepared to make suitable adjustments to the grill setting during cooking to suit individual requirements. -
Page 27: To Defrost In The Top Oven
TO DEFROST IN THE TOP OVEN USES OF DEFROST This function enables you to defrost most foods without heat faster than some conventional methods as the oven fan circulates air around the food. It is particularly suitable for defrosting delicate frozen foods which are to be served cold e.g. - Page 28 Joints of meat up to 2kg/4½lb in weight can be thawed using the defrost function. All joints of meat and poultry must be thawed thoroughly before cooking. DO NOT leave food at room temperature once defrosted. Cook food immediately or store cooked food in the fridge.
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Page 29: The Main Fan Oven
THE MAIN FAN OVEN USES OF THE FAN OVEN The fan oven is particularly suitable for cooking larger quantities of food. The advantages of fan oven cooking are: PREHEATING The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature so it not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without preheating however you may need to add an extra 5 - 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times. -
Page 30: To Fit The Main Oven Shelves
Back of the oven TO FIT THE MAIN OVEN SHELVES The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the anti-tilt and safety stop mechanism Straight Rods will be affected. -
Page 31: The Conventional Oven
THE CONVENTIONAL OVEN USES OF THE CONVENTIONAL OVEN This form of cooking gives you the opportunity to cook without the fan in operation. It is particularly suitable for dishes which require extra base browning such as pies, quiches and flans. Gratin's, lasagne and hotpots which require extra top browning also cook well in the conventional oven. -
Page 32: Hints And Tips
HINTS AND TIPS The middle shelf allows for the best heat distribution. To increase base browning simply lower the shelf position. To increase top browning, raise the shelf position. The material and finish of the baking trays and dishes used will affect base browning. Enamelware, dark heavy or non-stick utensils increase base... -
Page 33: Main Oven Cooking Chart
MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by a further 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements. Note: Shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the oven. FAN OVEN CONVENTIONAL OVEN FOOD... -
Page 34: Pizza Function
PIZZA FUNCTION USES OF PIZZA FUNCTION This setting can be used for foods such as pizza where base browning and crispness are required. The top and lower elements operate in conjunction with the oven fan. HOW TO USE PIZZA FUNCTION 1. -
Page 35: Defrosting In The Main Oven
DEFROSTING IN THE MAIN OVEN USES OF DEFROST FEATURE This main oven function enables you to defrost most foods without heat faster than some conventional methods oven circulates air around the food. It is particularly suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be served cold e.g. - Page 36 A 1kg/2¼lb oven ready chicken will be thawed in approximately 5 hours. Remove the giblets as soon as possible during the thawing process. Joints of meat up to 2kg/4½lb in weight can be thawed using the defrost function. All joints of meat and poultry must be thawed thoroughly before cooking.
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Page 37: Speedcook Function
SPEEDCOOK FUNCTION USES OF SPEEDCOOK Speedcook is ideal for quick preheating of the oven before selecting an alternative cooking function. It can also be used for cooking chilled and frozen convenience foods without the need for preheating. COOKING TIMES Cooking times for convenience foods should be the same or slightly quicker than those stated on the packaging. -
Page 38: Hints And Tips
HINTS AND TIPS Single level cooking using the middle shelf gives best results. Frozen and cook chilled foods can be cooked using Speedcook without the need for preheating. Use Speedcook for all types of frozen / cook chilled convenience foods to given even browning and crispness where crispness is required. -
Page 39: Thermal Grilling In The Main Oven
THERMAL GRILLING IN THE MAIN OVEN USES OF THERMAL GRILLING Thermal grilling in the main oven offers an alternative method of cooking food items normally associated with conventional grilling. Thermal grilling helps to minimise cooking smells in the kitchen and allows you to grill with the oven door closed. -
Page 40: Things To Note
THINGS TO NOTE The control surrounds will illuminate. The oven indicator neon will illuminate. It may turn on and off during cooking to ensure the temperature is maintained. The oven fan will operate continually during thermal grilling. The oven light will come on when the selector is set. -
Page 41: Thermal Grilling Chart
Foods will cook more quickly the closer they are to the grill element and the higher the temperatures selected. Be prepared to adjust temperatures and shelf positions during cooking if necessary. Turn food over during cooking as necessary. Ensure that ready prepared or cooked chilled dishes e.g. -
Page 42: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING Before cleaning the cooker always allow the cooling fan for the controls to cool the cooker down before switching off the electricity supply. CLEANING MATERIALS Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer. -
Page 43: To Remove The Outer Glass
TO REMOVE THE OUTER GLASS 1. Open the oven door slightly to gain access to the two cross head screws on the top of the oven door. 2. Loosen the two screws using a Pozidrive screwdriver. 3. Holding the door glass securely in place with one hand remove the screws and washers with the other hand. -
Page 44: Cleaning The Grill/ Oven Compartments
TO REPLACE THE OUTER DOOR GLASS 1. Holding the door glass panel with both hands, gently place the locators into the holes of the brackets at the bottom of the oven door. 2. Holding the door glass with your left hand, use your right hand to open the oven door. -
Page 45: The Oven Cleaning Cycle - Top Oven
THE OVEN CLEANING CYCLE - TOP OVEN 1. Remove oven shelves and bakeware from oven. 2. Push out the Fan Selector button. 3. Push out and turn the top oven temperature control to 220°C and allow the oven to run for an hour or so. -
Page 46: Cooking To Reduce Soilage
COOKING TO REDUCE SOILAGE Cook at the recommended temperatures. Higher temperatures during roasting will increase soilage. Try cooking at lower temperatures for an increased length of time, you will save energy and often the joint is more tender. Use minimal, if any, extra oil or fat when roasting meat, potatoes only require brushing with fat before cooking. -
Page 47: Cleaning The Shelves, Wirework Runners And Oven Furniture
CLEANING THE SHELVES, WIREWORK RUNNERS AND OVEN FURNITURE Soak the oven shelves, wirework runners and grilling grid in hot soapy water if heavily soiled, they will then clean more easily. If the shelves are heavily soiled a soap impregnated steel wool pad can be used. -
Page 48: The Oven Lights
THE OVEN LIGHTS The oven light illuminates the main oven when the Selector is turned to The top oven light illuminates when the oven temperature control is turned. REPLACING AN OVEN LIGHT BULB Isolate the cooker from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb. The type of bulb required is a 300°C, 25 watt small Edison Screw. -
Page 49: If Something Doesn't Work
IF SOMETHING DOESN'T WORK Please carry out the following checks on your cooker before calling a Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a simple one which you can solve yourself without the expense of a service call. If our Service Engineer finds that the problem is listed below you will be charged for the call whether or not the cooker is under guarantee. - Page 50 The oven light bulb may need replacing see The oven light fails to illuminate page 48. If the Main Oven is set for automatic cooking the light will illuminate when the cook time begins. Check that the oven is level. The oven fan is noisy Check that shelves and bakeware are not vibrating in contact with the oven back panel.
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Page 51: Guarantee Conditions
This guarantee does not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassware, or plastic. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office (AEG's service or authorised agent). AEG reserves the right to stipulate the place of repair (i.e. the customer's home, place of installation or AEG workshop). -
Page 52: Service And Spare Parts
Dublin 12 Telephone: 01 4090754 CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For general enquiries concerning your AEG appliance, or further information on AEG products, you are invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows: Customer Care Department Domestic Appliances... -
Page 53: Aeg Service Centres
AEG SERVICE CENTRES 0870 5 929929 To contact your local AEG Service Centre telephone NORTH EAST CHANNEL ISLANDS SCOTLAND NORTHERN IRELAND NORTH WEST WALES... - Page 54 AEG SERVICE CENTRES 0870 5 929929 To contact your local AEG Service Centre telephone LONDON & EAST ANGLIA MIDLANDS SOUTH EAST SOUTH WEST &2...
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Page 55: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Voltage: 230\240 Volts AC 50Hz Loading Info: Top Oven* 1.7kW Dual Grill: 2.8kW Base Element: 1.0kW Main Oven Fan Element: 2.5kW Fan Motor: 0.03kW Oven Light: 0.05kW Wattage: 5.0\5.5kW Height: 720 mm Width: 593 mm Depth: 585 mm (excluding handles and knobs) * Cannot be used at the same time as the grill element. -
Page 56: Things You Need To Know
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW WARNINGS: WARNINGS: This cooker must be installed by a qualified electrician/competent person. Safety may be impaired if installation is not carried out in accordance with these instructions. This cooker must be earthed. Do not remove the screws from the earth tab Fig. -
Page 57: Things To Note
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: It is good practice to: Fit an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker to your house wiring. Wire your appliance to the latest IEE regulations. THINGS TO NOTE This cooker is designed to be fitted between cabinets with the recommended dimensions as shown in Fig. -
Page 58: Preparing Cabinet For Fitting Oven
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARING CABINET FOR FITTING OVEN Make sure the space between the cabinets is the correct size for the appliance to be fitted (Ref. Fig. 5 & 6). The plinth board spanning the space into which the appliance is to be installed should be removed. -
Page 59: How To Finish Unpacking
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Check that the mounting brackets are level. They can be adjusted if necessary by using the extra holes at the ends of the brackets. Once the brackets are level, drill a pilot hole through the central hole in the bracket and fit the remaining screw. -
Page 60: Making The Electrical Connections
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE COVER OF MAINS TERMINAL From the rear of the cooker, remove mains input terminal cover to gain access to terminal block. First remove retaining screw with pozidrive screwdriver. See Fig. 9. Fig. 9 Prise cover loose using screwdriver in position (1) then lever off with screwdriver in position (2) at either side. -
Page 61: Connecting To The Mains Terminal
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING TO THE MAINS TERMINAL Warning: This cooker must be earthed. We recommend you use a new length of twin core and earthed cable to ensure your safety. Make connection as shown in Fig. 12 by proceeding as follows:- Preform wires to the appropriate shape to suit fitting into the mains terminal block. -
Page 62: Checking Electrical Connections
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Confirm the cooker is correctly connected by switching on and observing the various oven functions indicators. The electronic timer will flash on and off. CONNECTING TO A HOB OR COOKER POINT Either follow in general terms the instructions for connecting to the terminal block or refer to the hob suppliers installation instructions. -
Page 63: Fitting The Oven
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FITTING INTO THE SPACE BETWEEN CABINETS IMPORTANT: Ensure that the oven is switched off at the wall before any further work is carried out. Ensure the cooker is in front of the cabinet. See Fig. 13. Take out all oven furniture before installation to reduce the weight you need to lift. - Page 64 Place the heat deflector flush with the edge HEAT SHIELD. WORK TOP of the worksurface, (see Fig. 15) with the cork LEVEL WITH spacers upover (see Fig.16) and screw into FRONT EDGE OF position using the screws supplied with the WORK TOP cooker.
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- Page 68 This handbook is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded and should be disregarded if specifications or appearance are changed. AEG DOMESTIC APPLIANCES, 55 - 77 HIGH STREET, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE. SL1 1DZ. TELEPHONE (0870 5 350350) PART NUMBER : 311435404 ©Electrolux Household Appliances Limited 2000...