Bartscher 150.5011 Instruction Manual - User Instructions
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USER INSTRUCTIONS
LIGHTING COOKTOP BURNERS (fig. 17). Bring a match (a spark generator or flame) to the burner, press and turn the corresponding
knob anticlockwise to MAX. setting. (In some models the burner incorporates an electric igniter device activated by a separate pushbut-
ton or by pressing the knob). If the burner does not light within 15 seconds wait at least 1 minute before repeating the operation. For
models equipped with safety thermocouple, after lighting keep the knob pressed for about 10 seconds. Then adjust the flame level ac-
cording to needs, making sure to position the knob in the zone between max. and min. and never between max. and zero.
LIGHTING OVEN COMPARTMENT BURNERS (fig. 18/19). Lighting of the burners located inside the oven must always occur with the
oven door completely open. Press and turn the corresponding knob anticlockwise to MAX. setting. Bring a match to the hole located on
the oven base (to light the grill burner bring the match to the front end holes). In some models the burner has electric ignition activated
by a separate pushbutton (fig. 20) or by pressing the knob. After lighting keep the knob pressed for about 15 seconds. IMPORTANT: if
the burner does not light within 15 seconds wait at least 1 minute before repeating the operation.
OVEN PREHEATING. After lighting the burner wait a few minutes then close the door and adjust the knob to the required temperature.
Preheat the oven empty for at least 15 minutes before introducing food for cooking.
TURNING ON AND USE OF ELECTRIC HOT-PLATES (fig. 21). The electric hot-plates are switched on by turning the corresponding
knob from 0 to the required setting. The various power options are indicated by numbers (0, 1, 2, 3…). The electrical power used in-
creases according to the numbers. When turning on a hot-plate for the first time or after a long period of disuse it is advisable to oper-
ate it empty at “min. heat” setting for at least 15 minutes in order to eliminate any moisture absorbed by the insulation. To optimise use
of the electric hot-plates use flat-bottomed pots and avoid using pots of smaller diameter than the hot-plate.
TURNING ON AND USE OF ELECTRIC OVENS (fig. 22). The electric ovens are generally controlled by a function selector combined
with a thermostat for choosing the required temperature. Different options are available for setting different types of cooking, depending
on the oven model. For immediate access to the cooking functions in ovens equipped with programmer (manual, analogue or elec-
tronic), always make sure to set the control to “manual”. See the instructions and operating advice for optimising the basic requisites
essential for obtaining perfect cooking: preheating, function, temperature, insertion level, time.
GRILL (fig. 23). The grill (gas burner or electric heating element) must be used in the conditions specified for the cooker model used.
In some models grilling must be carried out with the oven door ajar. In these cases it is necessary to apply a mechanical knob protec-
tion device normally supplied with the cooker.
Caution: the accessible parts can be very hot when the grill is used. Keep children away.
USING THE SPIT (fig. 24). Depending on the different oven types, the spit can be activated by a manual pushbutton or automatically
at the same time as grill heating element operation. Place the food to be cooked on the spit rod making sure to push it between the two
forks and balance the weight in the middle to avoid pointless forcing of the spit motor during turning. Place a pan containing a few dl of
water in the step below to limit spatters of fat and excess smoke during cooking (fig. 25).
TIMER, CLOCK, PROGRAMMERS (MECHANICAL, ANALOGUE, ELECTRONIC). The mechanical timer is activated by turning the
knob all the way clockwise to load the mechanism, then anticlockwise to set the required time (fig. 26). The time is given in minutes; a
ringer signals the end of the set time. In some cooker models, in addition to acoustic signalling the clock also acts as a switch turning
off the electrical connection to the oven functions. For immediate use of the oven without setting the cooking time, turn the clock knob
to “manual” (fig. 27). On models provided with programmer it is possible to program switch-on, duration and switch-off of some electric
oven functions. In this case also, use of the oven without settings occurs by previously setting the “manual” function (fig. 28).
COOLING FAN. Some cooker models have a cooling device that operates during oven use. On some models this device operates
automatically and no additional operation is required by the user. In some models the cooling fan continues to work even after the oven
functions are switched off and stops automatically, commanded by a residual temperature control sensor. In any case, cooling fan op-
eration does not alter or modify gas or electric cooking and failed fan operation does not affect the safety of the appliance or the user.
This “courtesy” device shortens normal cooker component cooling times.
COOKING SUGGESTIONS
In the phases prior to cooking make sure only indispensable accessories are inside the oven (normally just the grill on which the con-
tainer with food to be cooked will be placed after preheating).
It is a good rule to always preheat the oven for at least 15 minutes before introducing the food.
For best cooking results it is essential to choose a suitable function, temperature, insertion level and time for each type of dish:
- different functions are available depending on the type of oven.
- the temperature is set by using the specific variable thermostat control.
- there are normally 4 insertion levels (1 lower, 2 middle, 1 upper) (fig. 29).
- cooking times usually depend on the dish type and quantity, different eating habits, taste and personal experience.
The indications given for the recipes are generally sufficient for obtaining satisfactory cooking results.
The middle insertion levels are normally suitable for most cooking because it is in this part of the oven that, with thermostat setting, per-
fect stabilisation of the set temperature occurs.
In gas ovens the lower the insertion level the closer the food is to the heat source (pasta, puddings, roasts). Use higher levels to move
the food further away from the heat source, for rising and gentle cooking.
In electric ovens the higher the level the closer to the heat source (greater browning on the surface of food and grilling).
Food portions and the use of food containers of different material and thickness (earthenware, glass, aluminium, steel) can determine
different cooking times from those given in the recipes.
Cooking with forced ventilation produces high removal of moisture from foods and is usually recommended for cakes with whipped mix-
ture, simultaneous cooking and thick portions.
With gentle cooking and rising, avoid opening the door or open it only when strictly necessary, so as not to alter the thermostatic heat-
ing cycles.
When using the grill or spit, place a pan containing a few dl of water in the step below to limit spatters of fat and excess smoke during
cooking.