EMILIA EMF69E (01) PDF Document

Please adhere to the following safety warnings when using your EMILIA EMF69E oven:

• DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this oven while it is in operation.

• DO NOT allow young children to use the oven.

• DO NOT touch surfaces when they are hot.

• DO NOT store flammable materials in the oven.

• DO keep the oven clean to avoid fires.

• WARNING – THIS OVEN IS NOT TO BE USED AS A SPACE HEATER.

• DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS YOURSELF.

• DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.

• DO NOT INSTALL IF THE OVEN IS DAMAGED.

• THIS OVEN IS NOT FOR USE IN MARINE CRAFT.

• The oven is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervised or instruction concerning use of the oven by a responsible person for their safety.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the oven. During use the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

• WARNING: Ensure the oven is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

• WARNING: Accessible parts will become hot when in use. To avoid burns young children should be kept away.

• This oven is not intended to be operated by means of external timer or separate remote control system.

• DO NOT use a steam cleaner to clean the oven.

• DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven glass door since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

• This oven must not be installed behind a decorative door. The oven needs open space to allow the cooling system to function correctly.

• CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously. In particular pay close attention when grilling.

Before using your EMILIA EMF69E oven, remove all packing material and literature. A protective plastic film may be on the stainless steel both inside and outside the oven, which must be removed. Clean the interior of the oven by wiping it down with soap and water.

For the first use, switch on the empty oven on maximum to eliminate grease residues from manufacturing. There may be a slight odour at this time. Run the oven on maximum for 1 hour. Open the kitchen windows during this time. If the odour lingers, use the oven and it will dissipate within a short period.

Side racks:

The EMILIA EMF69E oven is fitted with side wall guides with 5 different levels for positioning trays and racks. To increase base browning, use a lower shelf level. To increase top browning, raise the shelf position. Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure even browning. The side racks can be snapped out for cleaning.

Oven shelves:

The oven comes with 2 racks (oven shelves). They have safety stops. To remove a shelf, slide it towards you until it reaches the front stop, then tilt it up at the front to clear the side supports and lift it clear. To install the shelf, reverse the process. If cooking on both shelves at the same time, use a function that has the fan operating to circulate the hot air.

Grill tray and insert:

Use the grill insert to allow heat to flow around the item being cooked. Grilling is a short cooking cycle. If the grill overheats, it will shut down. Grill on a middle level and raise the shelf to a higher level for more top heat.

Air Fryer:

The EMILIA EMF69E oven comes with an airfryer basket and an air fryer cooking function. The air fryer basket cooks frozen food like oven fries or fish fillets. Follow the directions on the packet and turn the selector knob to the air fryer function. Instead of turning the food, just give the basket a shake part way through the cycle. Use the middle shelf and place the grill tray on the shelf below to catch crumbs. You can also experiment with other foods like fresh vegetables and try filling the grill tray with water to add steam.

Note: On the EMILIA EMF69E model, the clock must be set first before you can begin cooking.

1. Remove the grill tray and any packing materials. Position the oven shelf where you want it to be.

2. Select a cooking function by rotating the Function knob to your chosen function.

3. Select the oven temperature by rotating the temperature knob to the desired temperature.

When you have finished cooking, rotate both knobs back to the “Off” position. Remember that the cooling fan will continue to run even after cooking is finished, until the oven cools down.

Your EMILIA EMF69E oven has the following cooking functions:

Light: Illuminates the interior of the oven for cleaning or removing food after cooking.

Grill: The top infra-red element glows and is ideal for toasting, browning, and general grilling. It operates with the door closed for a recommended maximum of 30 minutes. The grill will shut down if the oven overheats. The EMILIA EMF69E model has a double grill feature for faster cooking.

Fan Grill: A fan operates while grilling, circulating heated air. This reduces the need for turning food and works well for thicker cuts of meat. Recommended temperature is 180°C on shelf height number 3. Grill with the door closed. The grill will shut down if the oven overheats.

Fan Forced: Air is forced through a circular element around the fan, circulating hot air. This allows for baking on more than one shelf. Food may need to be rotated for even browning.

Air Fry (Model EMF69E): This function uses a top element and the rear element with the fan to move hot air rapidly. The air fryer basket allows hot air to circulate around the food from all angles, speeding up cooking and eliminating the need to rotate food.

Defrost: The fan circulates ambient temperature air to efficiently defrost your food, significantly shortening the time required.

Fan assisted: Both top and bottom elements provide heat while the fan circulates it evenly. This allows for cooking on 2 shelves at the same time. It’s not recommended to use the bottom shelf position. Food on the higher position will cook faster and may need to be swapped with the food on the lower shelf.

Classic Bake: The top and bottom elements provide heat simultaneously. The air inside the oven is stable, making this function ideal for baking items like a souffle.

Pastry: Heat from the bottom of the oven works well for baking pastries or finishing the base of a pizza. It’s typically used for finishing off to ensure the base is cooked through.

Cooling Fan: The cooling fan keeps exposed surfaces cool and protects kitchen cabinets. It continues to run after the cooking cycle ends and stops automatically once the oven has cooled.

Dish Selection: The material of your baking dish affects cooking time. Aluminium, ceramic, glass, and shiny dishes reduce cooking and base browning. Dark colored dishes and enamelled cast iron increase cooking and base browning.

Pre-heating: For best results, pre-heat the oven for 30 minutes to saturate it with heat. Grilling does not require pre-heating.

Condensation and Steam: Steam may be released when the door is opened, which is normal. To reduce moisture build-up, pre-heat the oven and wipe it down after each use. Excessive moisture can cause damage.

Hints and Tips:

• Your new oven may perform differently than your old one. Experiment with temperature and shelf position. Cooking a simple packet cake according to the box instructions is a good way to understand your oven’s characteristics.

• Start with a lower temperature and adjust from there. Add more time when cooking on multiple shelves.

• Ensure dishes fit with about 40mm clearance on the sides for air circulation.

• Remove unnecessary trays as they affect air flow.

• Using an oven bag helps keep food moist and the oven clean.

The EMILIA EMF69E oven is fitted with an electronic clock that can be used to turn the oven off automatically. The clock must be set before using the oven for the first time.

Setting the Time:

1. When first connected to power, 12.00 will display and the clock LED will flash.

2. Press MODE until the LED indicator flashes next to the clock symbol.

3. To set the time of day, press the + or – symbols while the clock LED is flashing.

4. After 5 seconds from the last change, the clock LED will disappear, and the time will be set.

Changing the time of day:

Press MODE until the clock LED flashes, then use the + and – symbols to change the time. After 5 seconds, the new time will be set. Note: This clock uses a 24-hour display.

Setting the minute minder:

1. Press MODE until the Timer indicator LED begins flashing.

2. Set the countdown time using the + and – symbols while the Timer indicator LED is flashing.

3. After 5 seconds, the flashing will stop, confirming the timer is set. The remaining time will show on the display.

4. Once the time has elapsed, a beeper will sound for 2 minutes, and “0.00” will flash.

5. To stop the beeper, press +, -, or MODE.

Note: This feature does not affect oven operation. The time of day is not displayed while the minder is active.

Setting the cooking duration (automatic off):

1. Select the desired function and temperature.

2. Press MODE until the Cook Time indicator LED begins flashing.

3. Set the cooking duration using the + or – symbols.

4. After 5 seconds, the LED will stop flashing, and the time of day will be displayed.

You can also set a delayed start by setting a cook time and an end time. For example, to cook for 50 minutes to end at 6pm (1800), set the cooking duration for 50 minutes, then set the end time to 1800. The oven will automatically switch on at 5:10pm (1710).

At end of cooking:

1. The oven will turn off, a beep will sound, and the Cook Time indicator LED will flash.

2. Turn both the Function and Temperature control knobs to the off position.

3. Press MODE or the + or – to stop the clock beeping.

To check or cancel settings:

1. To check, press MODE until the LED for the desired mode (e.g., cook time) flashes. The setting will display for 5 seconds.

2. To cancel, press MODE until the indicator LED flashes next to the setting you want to cancel. Press and hold the – symbol until the setting is cleared to zero.

The following are suggested settings. Modify them to suit your experience and personal taste. The times indicated do not include preheating, which is always recommended. Shelf Position 5 = top.

Here are solutions to common cooking issues with your EMILIA EMF69E oven:

Problem: Cooking Unevenly

• Cause: Wrong location in oven, wrong size tray, heat variations in oven.

• Solution: Place food in the centre of the oven. Try alternative shelf positions. Rotate food during cooking.

Problem: Burning on Top

• Cause: Oven not preheated, oversized baking tins, food too close to the top of the oven.

• Solution: Wait for the oven to reach temperature first. Use correct sized tins. Place food in the centre of the oven.

Problem: Burning on Bottom

• Cause: Temperature is set too high, baking tins are too large or dark in colour, food is too low in the oven, oven door is opened too often, poor heat distribution.

• Solution: Reduce the temperature setting. Use correct sized silver colour tins. Place the food onto a wire rack in the pan to allow for heat to surround the food.

Problem: Meat and potatoes not browning

• Cause: Temperature set too high, food position too high in the oven.

• Solution: Reduce the cooking temperature. Cook on a lower shelf height.

Problem: Cakes have a hard split crust and seem overcooked

• Cause: Cake tin is too deep, cake tin is dark in colour.

• Solution: Change to a correct size tin. Change to a silver colour tin.

Problem: Cakes sunk in middle and seem undercooked

• Cause: Temperature set too low, baking time too short, door was opened too early.

• Solution: Increase the temperature. Increase the cooking time. Do not open the door until late in the cycle.

Problem: Pastry is too dry

• Cause: Too long in the oven and the moisture has dried out.

• Solution: Increase the cooking temperature by 10 degrees and reduce the cooking time.

Problem: Cake is sticky on the outside but cooked well on the inside

• Cause: Not cooked enough.

• Solution: Use less liquid in the mix. Cook at a lower temperature. Increase the cooking time.

Problem: When cooking on multiple shelves one shelf is more cooked than the other

• Cause: Multi-shelf cooking affects the heat transfer through the oven.

• Solution: Use a slightly lower cooking temperature. Remove the food at different times in the cycle. Make sure that the grill tray has been removed from the oven cavity.

To remove the oven door:

1. Open the door fully flat.

2. Rotate the ‘stirrups’ on each side. They lock the hinges open.

3. Slowly close the door against the open stirrups and remove it from the oven.

To replace the door, reverse the procedure and close the stirrups on each side. Do not force the door on or off as you may damage the hinges.

The inner glass is removable for cleaning:

1. Open the door.

2. Press on the tabs as shown in the manual’s diagram.

3. The top cover will come away, allowing you access to the sheets of glass inside the door.

TIP: If you take the glass out, be careful because the lighter weight of the door will make the hinges feel much stronger. Be sure to reassemble the glass exactly the same way it came out.

WARNING: Before replacing the oven light, make sure the oven is disconnected from mains power and has cooled down.

The oven light is a special halogen globe (AC220V-240V, 25W, Cap G9) that can withstand high temperatures.

1. Switch off the oven at the mains switch.

2. Remove the glass cover by unscrewing it from the light socket.

3. Remove the halogen globe by pulling it from the light socket and fit the replacement. DO NOT touch the new light globe directly with your hands.

4. Refit the glass cover and reconnect the oven to the power supply.

NOTE: Over time, the oven light can become tight in the holder. Use a cloth to protect the globe and gently use pliers to provide good leverage to remove it, being careful not to break the glass.

Do not use strong detergents. The oven and hob must be kept clean, as a build-up of fat is a fire risk. A great tip is to wipe the oven down with something like a baby wipe each time you cook.

1. Stainless Steel: To protect the finish, never use gritty or abrasive sponges. Use stainless steel cleaners and protectors. Remove stubborn stains by soaking in hot water. Prevent stains by using a clean cloth soaked in warm water before a spillage cools or dries. Wipe up acidic spills like milk, vinegar, or citrus juice immediately.

2. Oven Spills: Clean spills straight away to prevent permanent damage. A non-caustic oven cleaner is recommended. Do not use abrasive scourers or sponges. Wipe the oven out regularly while still warm using hot soapy water and a soft cloth.

3. Knobs and Control Panel: All knobs are removable. Clean behind them to prevent grease build-up. The stainless steel panel should be cleaned with a damp cloth; do not use anything abrasive as it may damage the finish and remove printed graphics.

4. Oven Door: Clean the outer glass with a specific glass and mirror cleaner. Soapy water can also be used but may leave streaks. Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaners on aluminium door frame components.

5. Other External Surfaces: Use hot soapy water. To prevent streaks, finish by cleaning with a clean cloth using just hot water.

6. Side Shelf Supports: The side racks are removed by flexing the bottom rail off the support and unhooking at the top. To replace, just reverse the procedure.

7. Grill Element/Top Element: This element must never be sprayed with any detergents. Use a damp cloth and a bottle brush to clean the roof of the oven and the element itself. Never soak the element and always dry it after cleaning to prevent deterioration. It is important to clean this area regularly as fats spit up and stick to the ceiling and element while grilling.