BOSCH HXU09AH50A (01) PDF MANUAL

BOSCH HXU09AH50A (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What should I do if I smell gas or notice any faults in the gas installation?

• Immediately shut off the gas supply or close the gas cylinder valve.
• Immediately extinguish all naked flames and cigarettes.
• Do not use any light or appliance switches and do not pull any plugs out of sockets.
• Do not use any telephones or mobile phones within the building.
• Open windows and ventilate the room.
• Call the after­sales service or the gas supplier.

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What should I do if there is smoke inside the appliance?

Switch off the appliance and unplug the mains plug or switch off the fuse in the fuse box. Shut off the gas supply.

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What should I do to extinguish flames carefully when cooking with hot oil or fat?

Switch off the hotplate and extinguish flames carefully using a lid, fire blanket, or something similar.

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What should I do if the appliance is faulty?

Unplug the mains plug or switch off the fuse in the fuse box. Shut off the gas supply and contact the after-sales service.

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How do I level the cooker?

The cooker has height-adjustable feet that allow you to raise the plinth by about 15 mm. Special installation instructions should be observed.

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What should I do to prepare the cooking compartment and accessories for first use?

Before using the appliance to prepare food for the first time, you must clean the cooking compartment and accessories. To eliminate the new-appliance smell, heat up the cooking compartment when it is empty and with the oven door closed. Make sure that there is no leftover packaging, such as polystyrene pellets, in the cooking compartment and remove the adhesive tape that is in or on the appliance. Before heating the appliance, wipe the smooth surfaces in the cooking compartment with a soft, damp cloth and keep the kitchen ventilated while the appliance is heating. Clean the accessories thoroughly using soapy water and a dish cloth or soft brush.

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What settings should I apply before using the Free standing cooker for the first time?

• Heating function: 3D Hotair
• Temperature: maximum
• Time: 1 hour

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What should I consider for cooking pans for use?

• Use pans that are the right size for each burner. Do not use small pans on large burners. The flame must not touch the sides of the pan.
• Do not use damaged pans, which do not sit evenly on the hob, as pans may tip over. Only use pans with a thick, flat base.
• Do not cook without using a lid and make sure the lid is properly fitted, to avoid wasting energy.
• Always place the ovenware centrally over the burner, otherwise, there is a risk that it may tip over.
• Place the pans on the pan supports, never directly on the burner. Make sure that the pan supports and burner caps are correctly positioned before using the appliance.
• Pans should be placed on the hob carefully. Do not strike the hob and do not place excessive weight on it.
• Never use two burners or heat sources to heat one single pan. Do not use grill pans, earthenware casserole dishes, etc. for a long period of time on maximum power.

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How do I advance clean the burner cup and cap?

Clean the burner cap (1) and cup (2) with water and washing-up liquid and dry the individual parts carefully. Place the burner cup and cap back on the burner shell (5). Ensure that the igniter (3) and flame safety pin (4) are not damaged. The nozzle (6) must be dry and clean. Always position the burner cap exactly over the burner cup.

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How do I ignite the gas burners?

1. Open the top cooker cover. The top cover must remain open for as long as the hob is in operation.
2. Turn the knob for the required burner anti-clockwise to the ignition position 8. The ignition process starts.
3. Press and hold the burner knob for 1-3 seconds. Gas begins to flow out and the gas burner ignites.
4. Set the desired flame size. Between the þ Off position and the — position, the flame is not stable. Therefore, always choose a position between the — large flame and ˜ small flame.
5. Check whether the flame is lit. If it is not, repeat the process from step 2.
6. To end the cooking process, turn the hotplate control clockwise to the þ Off position.

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What do I do if the gas burner does not ignite?

If there is a power cut or if the ignition plugs are damp, you can light the gas burners with a gas lighter or a match.

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What should I consider to avoid damage when cleaning?

When cleaning the hob do not use:

• Undiluted washing-up liquid or dishwasher detergent
• Scouring pads
• Abrasive cleaning agents such as oven cleaner or stain remover
• High-pressure cleaners or steam jets

Do not clean individual parts in the dishwasher.

When cleaning the oven do not use:

• Sharp or abrasive cleaning agents
• Cleaning agent with a high alcohol content
• Scouring pads
• High-pressure cleaners or steam jets

Do not clean individual parts in the dishwasher. Wash new sponges thoroughly before first use.

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How do I clean stainless steel surfaces?

Clean with a dish cloth and hot soapy water, then dry with a soft cloth. On stainless steel surfaces, always wipe parallel to the natural grain; otherwise, you may scratch the surface. Remove patches and splashes of limescale, grease, starch, and albumin (e.g., egg white) immediately. Special care products suitable for hot stainless steel surfaces are available from after-sales service and from specialist retailers. Apply a thin layer of care product with a soft cloth.

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How do I clean enamel, painted, plastic, and screen-printed surfaces?

Clean with a dish cloth and hot soapy water, then dry with a soft cloth. Do not use glass cleaner or glass scrapers for cleaning.

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How do I clean the hob surround?

Use hot soapy water, but do not clean with a glass scraper, lemon juice, or vinegar.

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How do I clean gas hobs and pan supports?

Use hot soapy water, using very little water. Do not allow water to enter the appliance through the base of the burners, and clean off boiled-over liquids and spilled food immediately. Cast iron pan supports should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.

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How do I clean gas burners?

Remove the burner head and cap and clean with hot soapy water, but do not clean in the dishwasher. The gas outlet openings must remain unobstructed at all times. Clean ignition plugs with a small, soft brush and ensure the gas burners only work properly when the ignition plugs are dry. Dry all parts thoroughly and ensure that they are refitted correctly.

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How do I clean electric hotplates?

Use abrasive materials or sponges, and briefly heat up the hotplate afterward so that it dries. Hotplates can rust over time if they remain wet. Apply care product to finish, and clean off boiled-over liquids and spilled food immediately.

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How do I clean a glass hob?

Apply protective/care products for glass and cleaning agents for glass, following the cleaning instructions on the packaging. Use a glass scraper for stubborn dirt, removing the protective cover and cleaning using the blade only. Cover the blade again after cleaning and replace damaged blades immediately.

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How do I clean the oven’s self-cleaning surfaces?

Remove the rails, pull-out shelves, accessories, and ovenware from the cooking compartment beforehand. Thoroughly clean the smooth enamel surfaces in the cooking compartment, the inside of the appliance door, and the glass cover on the interior lighting.

1. Set the 3D hot air type of heating.
2. Set the maximum temperature.
3. Start the mode and leave it to run for at least one hour.

When the cooking compartment has cooled down, remove the brown or white residue with water and a soft sponge.

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How do I detach and refit the rails?

Detaching the rails:

1. Lift up the front of the rail
2. Unhook it (figure A).
3. Then pull the whole rail forward
4. Remove it (Fig. B).

Clean the rails with cleaning agent and a sponge. For stubborn deposits of dirt, use a brush.

Refitting the rails:

1. First, insert the rail into the rear socket and press it to the back slightly (figure A),
2. Then hook it into the front socket (figure B).

The rails fit both the left and right sides. Ensure that, as shown in figure B, levels 1 and 2 are below and levels 3, 4, and 5 are above.

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How do I detach the oven door?

1. Open the oven door fully.
2. Fold up the two locking levers on the left and right (figure A).
3. Close the oven door as far as the limit stop. With both hands, grip the door on the left and right-hand sides, close the door a little further, and pull it out (figure B).

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How do I attach the oven door?

Reattach the oven door in the reverse sequence to removal.

1. When attaching the oven door, ensure that both hinges are inserted straight into the opening (figure A).
2. The notch on the hinge must engage on both sides (figure B).
3. Fold back both locking levers (figure C). Close the oven door.

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How do I remove the door panels?

1. Detach the oven door and lay it on a cloth with the handle facing down.
2. Pull off the cover at the top of the oven door, pressing in the tabs on the left and right using your fingers (fig. A).
3. Lift the top panel up and pull it out (fig. B).
4. Lift the panel up and pull it out (fig. C).

Clean the panels with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.

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How do I install the door panels?

During installation, make sure that the lettering “top right” is upside down at the bottom left.

1. Insert the panel at an angle towards the back (fig. A).
2. Insert the top panel at an angle towards the back into the brackets. The smooth surface must face outwards (fig. B).
3. Put the cover back in place and press on it.
4. Attach the oven door.

Do not use the oven again until the panels have been correctly installed.

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What do I do if the oven does not work?

• The circuit breaker is defective: Look in the fuse box to see if the circuit breaker is defective.
• Power cut: Check whether the kitchen light and other kitchen appliances are working.
• Oven not hot and dust on the contacts: Turn the control knobs several times to the left and right.

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What do I do if the burner does not ignite?

Power has failed or ignition plugs are damp: Light the gas burner with a gas lighter or a match.

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How do I replace the bulb in the top of the cooking compartment?

1. Place a tea towel in the cold cooking compartment to prevent damage.
2. Turn the glass cover anti-clockwise to remove it (figure !).
3. Pull out the bulb – do not turn it (figure "). Insert the new bulb, making sure that the pins are in the correct position and push the bulb in firmly.
4. Screw the glass cover back on. Depending on the appliance model, the glass cover may have a sealing ring. If the glass cover has a sealing ring, put it back in place before screwing the cover back on.
5. Remove the tea towel and switch on the circuit breaker.

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How can I minimize acrylamide in foodstuffs?

General:

• Keep cooking times as short as possible.
• Cook food until it is golden brown, but not too dark.
• Large, thick pieces of food contain less acrylamide.

Baking:

• With top/bottom heating at max. 200 °C. With hot air at max. 180 °C.

Biscuits:

• With top/bottom heating at max. 190 °C. With hot air at max. 170 °C. Egg or egg yolk reduces the production of acrylamide.

Oven chips:

• Spread out a single layer evenly on the baking tray. Cook approx. 400-600 g at once on a baking tray so that the chips do not dry out and become crunchy.

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How do I prepare food for preserving?

1. Fill the jars, but not to the top.
2. Wipe the rims of the jars, as they must be clean.
3. Place a damp rubber seal and a lid on each jar.
4. Seal the jars with the clips. Place no more than six jars in the cooking compartment.

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How do I set the appliance for preserving?

1. Insert the universal pan at level 2. Arrange the preserving jars so that they do not touch each other.
2. Pour ½ litre of water (approx. 80 °C) into the universal pan.
3. Close the oven door.
4. Set Bottom heat$.
5. Set the temperature to 170 – 180 °C.

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What to do after preserving fruit?

After approx. 40 to 50 minutes, small bubbles begin to form at short intervals. Switch off the oven. After 25 to 35 minutes of residual heat, remove the preserving jars from the cooking compartment.

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What to do after preserving vegetables?

As soon as bubbles begin to form in the jars, set the temperature back to between 120 and 140 °C. Depending on the type of vegetable, heat for approx. 35 to 70 minutes. Switch off the oven after this time and use the residual heat.

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How do I make Yoghurt?

Remove accessories and shelf supports from the cooking compartment. The cooking compartment must be empty.

1. Heat 1 litre of milk (3.5% fat) to 90 °C on the hob and then leave it to cool down to 40 °C. It is sufficient to heat UHT milk to 40 °C.
2. Stir in 30 g (approx. 1 tbsp) (chilled) yoghurt.
3. Pour into cups or small jars with lids and cover.
4. Place the cups or jars onto the cooking compartment floor and use the settings indicated in the table.
5. After making the yoghurt, leave it to cool in the refrigerator.

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What shelf positions should I use for drying?

• 1 wire rack: Position 3
• 2 wire racks: Positions 3 + 1

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What shelf positions should I use for defrosting?

• 1 wire rack: Position 2
• 2 wire racks: Positions 3 + 1

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How do I prove dough?

Your yeast dough will prove considerably more quickly using this heating function than at room temperature and will not dry out. Do not start the appliance if the cooking compartment is not completely cool. Always allow yeast dough to prove twice. Use the settings indicated in the settings tables for the first and second proving stages (dough fermentation stage and final fermentation stage).

Dough fermentation:

• Place the dough into a heat-resistant bowl and place this onto the wire rack. Use the settings indicated in the table. Do not open the appliance door while the dough is proving, otherwise moisture will escape. Do not cover the dough.

Final fermentation:

• Place your dough into the oven at the shelf position indicated in the table. If you want to preheat the oven, the final fermentation stage takes place outside the appliance in a warm place.