USER MANUAL ELECTRIC BUILT-IN OVENS WVE613, WVES613L/R, WVE615, WVEP615, WVE616, WVE617, WVEP618, WVE626, WVE636, WVE645, WVE655, WVE665
CONGRATULATIONS CONTENTS Dear customer, Important safety instructions.........................................................3 Congratulations and thank you for choosing our oven. Product description............................................................................5 We are sure you will find it a pleasure to use. Before you use the oven, we recommend that you read through the relevant sections of this manual, which provides a description of your appliance and its functions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy place for later reference. TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Important – check for any damages or marks. • If you find the oven is damaged or marked, you must report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/marks under the manufacturer’s warranty. This does not affect your statutory rights. • Discolouration of the enamel has no effect on the performance of the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING CAUTION Read the following carefully to avoid damage to the appliance. • The grill door must be left fully open whilst grilling in a separate grill wall oven and a separate grill underbench oven. • The grill tray must be fully inserted whilst grilling. • Do not place thick portions of food under the grill. Foods may curl, catch and ignite. • Do not use the door as a shelf. • Do not push down on the open oven door.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION WVE613 & WVES613 oven/grill indicator light function selector oven/grill temperature selector ‘auto-off’ timer function indicator light WVE615 function selector oven/grill temperature selector electronic clock function indicator light WVE616 oven indicator light oven indicator light oven/grill temperature selector electronic clock function selector WVE617 programmable controller water drawer WVEP618 programmable controller WVE645S inner element indicator light lef
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION WVEP615 temperature selector function selector upper oven indicator light WVE626 upper function selector upper oven/grill temperature selector electronic clock upper oven indicator light WVE636 upper function selector upper oven/grill temperature selector function oven selector temperature selector WVE665 6 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION lower oven/grill temperature selector lower oven indicator light lower function selector lower oven/grill temperature selector grill indicator
BEFORE FIRST USE Preparing your appliance for the first time WVEP615 controller • Please remove all internal boxes and bags from the oven before operation. • After the appliance has been electrically connected, “12” and the “Set Clock” symbol “ “ will flash. • Please wipe out the oven interior prior to operation with warm soapy water and polish dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not close the oven door until the oven is completely dry. • To set the time of day “Hours” press the buttons.
INSTALLING YOUR OVEN ACCESSORIES Catalytic liners (on selected models) TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Models which contain catalytic liners have 2 catalytic side liners (to be fitted by you) and a catalytic fan cover (already fitted). NOTE: If your model does not have catalytic liners, they are available for purchase from the Customer Care Centre. Catalytic liners are coated with a specially formulated enamel coating. This porous coating enables a “self cleaning” process.
Shelves and trays TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT The shelves are designed so that they have maximum travel but cannot be accidentally pulled right out. The trays are designed the same way and fit straight into the side racks. To fit a shelf or tray to side racks: • Locate the rear edge of the shelf/tray in between 2 guide rails of the side rack - see diagram. Ensure the same rail positions on both sides of the oven are being engaged. • With the front edge raised, begin to slide the shelf into the oven.
INSTALLING YOUR OVEN ACCESSORIES Shelves and trays (WVEP615 only) TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Your oven comes with formed “easy clean” runners. The shelves are designed to travel freely on runners without being pulled out accidentally. Make sure you have the shelf in the correct orientation before you slide it in, otherwise it could become jammed. • Locate the rear edge of the shelf in the recess between 2 formed runners. NOTE: The Top ‘Ledge’ is not a shelf position.
USING YOUR OVEN Understanding your oven functions Steam Assisted Cooking (WVE617 model only) Your oven will have a selection of the following functions. Refer to “Description of your appliance” to confirm what functions are available to you. Perfect for all kinds of meat, poultry and fish dishes. The hot air ensures the outside of the food is sealed whilst the steam keeps the inside tender. Steam comes from the outlet pipe and heat comes from the element surrounding the fan.
USING YOUR OVEN Pizza Defrost “Pizza” is a combination of “Base heat” and “Fan bake” and offers you the combined benefits of both functions. Heat comes from the element surrounding the fan as well as the clean heat element below the oven floor. The “Pizza” function is ideal for foods that require cooking and browning on the base. It is great for foods such as pizzas, quiches, meat pies and fruit pies. Simply place the food in the middle of the oven and set the desired temperature.
Maxi Grill (grill in oven models only) Fan Assist (duo small oven only) “Maxi grill” directs radiant heat from 2 powerful upper elements onto the food. You can use the “Maxi grill” function for tender cuts of meat, steak, chops, sausages, fish, cheese toasties and other quick cooking foods. Grill with the oven door closed. “Maxi grill” allows you to take full advantage of the large grill dish area and will cook faster than normal “Grill”.
USING YOUR OVEN (CONTINUED) TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Cooling/Venting fan This appliance is fitted with a cooling fan. This prevents your kitchen cabinet from overheating and reduces the condensation inside the oven. It will operate whenever you are using the oven and blow warm air across the top of the oven door. NOTE: For selected models only, if the oven is still hot from cooking, the cooling fan will keep running to cool the oven down and will switch off by itself once cool.
Cooking with your timer (selected models only) WARNING CAUTION Set the timer clockwise. Do not force anticlockwise or damage to the timer will result. 120 minute “Auto off” timer The 120 minute timer features an automatic oven cut off This means that a cooking period of up to 120 minutes can be set. When the timer has counted back to “Auto off”, a bell will sound and the oven will automatically switch off.
USING YOUR OVEN (CONTINUED) Setting the cooking duration and . The oven indicator light will appear and the heating source will switch on. 1. Select the desired oven 2. Press until the begins flashing. indicator symbol 3. Set the cooking duration by using or symbols while indicator symbol is flashing. the 4. After 5 seconds from the last change, the will stop flashing, and the time of indicator symbol day will be displayed. 2. Press or beeping.
Setting the oven function 1. Turn the oven selector clockwise to select the desired oven function. The default temperature for that function will be shown on the display. 2. After 5 seconds from the last change, the oven will begin heating and the “Elapsed time” commences on the display. Changing the oven temperature 1. Toggle the selector left ( ) or right ( ) as required to set the desired cooking temperature. The temperature setting changes in increments of 5°C. 2.
USING YOUR OVEN (CONTINUED) Displaying the oven centre and set temperature (other than pyrolytic clean function) DEMO mode button again within 5 seconds and 2. Press the the “Oven set temperature” is displayed. The oven can be set to operate in a demo (e.g. in a retail store) mode. In this mode the oven does not actually heat if the oven has been inadvertently supplied in this mode. The following instructions demonstrate how to exit this mode. selector can be toggled 3.
Changing the time of day Setting the cooking end time 1. Switch the appliance “Off” by pressing “On / Off”. 1. Select the desired oven function and cooking temperature. 2. Press symbol symbol button repeatedly until the “Set clock” appears flashing with the “Timer arrow” on the display. 3. To set the time of day, press or symbols while the “Set clock” symbol is flashing. 4.
USING YOUR OVEN (CONTINUED) Setting the minute minder Beep on touch The minute minder can be used with the oven on or off. The “beep on touch” mode can be activated to sound anytime a button is pressed. button repeatedly until the “Minute 1. Press minder” symbol appears flashing with the “Timer arrow” symbol . 2. Set the countdown time by pressing symbols. and 3. After 5 seconds from the last change, the “Timer arrow” symbol will stop flashing confirming it has been set.
Oven shelf location (excluding WVEP618) Your oven has seven positions for shelves. These are numbered from 1 (the lowest shelf position) to 7 (the highest shelf position). See diagram. To give maximum space above and below the shelves, load them in this way: • When cooking with 1 shelf, use position 3 or 4. The table shows temperatures and cooking times for different kinds of meat. These may vary depending on the thickness or bone content of the meat.
COOKING GUIDE Choosing the best oven settings The following table is intended as a guide and experience may show some variation in cooking times necessary to meet individual requirements. It may be necessary to change some cooking times and temperatures from your previous oven. For best results when baking preheat your oven for 30 minutes.
GRILLING GUIDE Grilling hints Guide to better grilling WARNING WARNING TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Always clean the grill/oven dish after every use. Excessive fat build up may cause a fire. Definite times can not be given for grilling as it is dependant on the size of the food and your own tastes. As a method of cooking, grilling can be used to: These times should only be used as a rough guide and remember to turn the food over halfway through the cooking process (except with fan grill).
STEAM COOKING GUIDE (WVE617 model only) Steam product description 1 TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Cooking with steam is a great addition to straight ‘hot air’ cooking. Steam brings out all the natural flavours and goodness in the food, cooks evenly from surface to centre and retains more nutrients and vitamins. Steam assisted cooking consistently produces juicy, succulent interiors with crisp, golden exteriors.
Steam operating sequence 1. Open the water drawer in the control panel by pressing it. 2. Pour approximately 850mL of water into the drawer. Stop filling if alarm sounds and is displayed. 3. 6. Once cooking is complete, remove the food and turn off the oven. Leave the oven door ajar to aid drying out the oven. 7. Drain the water tank once the appliance is cool. (See “Emptying water tank”) Emptying the water tank Close the water drawer.
DEALING WITH COOKING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSES REMEDY Uneven cooking • I ncorrect shelf position • Select shelf suitable for cooking function.
GETTING TO KNOW THE OVEN Get to know the oven with this ‘Simple Test Cake’ Although we strive for a perfect performing oven, it’s possible that there will be some variation in colour when baking. Therefore, we suggest this simple, easy and delicious to make Simple Test Cake, it can help you understand your new oven. All ovens do sometimes have hot or cold spots, therefore it is important to judge with your eye as you may require to rotate during baking.
CARE AND CLEANING WARNING WARNING nsure the oven is electrically isolated before cleaning. E This can be done by switching off the appliance via the powerpoint or isolating switch (if available), or the switchboard. Do not use steam cleaners, as this may cause moisture build up. WARNING CAUTION o not use sharp metal implements or utensils on any D surface, as these may leave permanent scratches or marks. Enamel Rub persistent stains vigorously with a nylon scourer or creamed powder cleansers.
Removing catalytic liners (where fitted) TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Catalytic self-clean panels are coated with a specially formulated enamel coating over a base of regular enamel. This enamel coating has a rough and porous surface. During normal cooking, fats and other food splatter is partially absorbed into the surface and oxidised away. This oxidisation of the fat works best at high temperatures.
CARE AND CLEANING (CONTINUED) Cleaning the triple glazed oven door (on selected models) WARNING CAUTION Do not lift the door by the handle. Rough handling will cause glass to break. Removing the oven door TIPS & INFORMATION IMPORTANT Releasing the grill element Your oven is equipped with a door that can be disassembled in order to clean all the panes of glass. Remove the door before cleaning. • Open the door fully to access the hinges then rotate the ‘stirrups’ on both hinges fully towards the oven.
• Lay the oven door with the outer side facing downwards on something soft and flat (for example a blanket on a kitchen table) to prevent scratches. • Repeat this for the smaller clear glass panel (when fitted). Removing oven door top trim • Take hold of the grid embossed sections of the door trim at each end and press inwards to release the clips. Remove the door trim by pulling it towards you.
CARE AND CLEANING (CONTINUED) Re-assembling the bottom trim (on selected models) • Push down to “snap” each side of bottom trim back into door columns. Re-assembling the top door trim • Take hold of the top door trim at each side and position it to the inside edge of the glass. • Push the trim down with its top edge over glass panel until the clip snaps in on each side of the trim.
Fitting the oven door • Take hold of the oven door with a hand on each side and with the door at an angle of 45o, position the recesses at the bottom of the door onto the hinge arms of the oven. Let the door slide down the hinge arms as far as it will go. Cleaning the quad glazed oven door (on selected models) WARNING CAUTION Do not lift the door by the handle. Rough handling will cause glass to break.
CARE AND CLEANING (CONTINUED) Cleaning the door glass panels • Lay the oven door with the outer side facing downwards on something soft and flat (for example a blanket on a kitchen table) to prevent scratches. Removing oven door top trim • Hold the embossed sections of the door columns at each end and press inwards to release the clips. Remove the upper door trim by pulling it towards you.
Chamfer to be located in this corner Fitting the oven door • Take hold of the oven door with a hand on each side and with the door at an angle of 30˚, position the recesses at the bottom of the door onto the hinge arms of the oven. Let the door slide down the hinge arms as far as it will go. • Insert the black bordered glass panel into the upper position, ensuring the painted surface is facing the downside as per the image below. • Open the door fully to access the hinges.
CARE AND CLEANING (CONTINUED) WARNING CAUTION Do not lift the door by the handle. Rough handling will cause glass to break. Removing the door glass panels WARNING CAUTION Rough handling, especially around the edges can cause the glass to break. • Take hold of the black bordered glass panel with a hand on its upper and lower edge. Lift and rotate the glass around the retainer to remove it from the guide. • Repeat this for the smaller clear glass panel (when fitted).
Before carrying out the Pyrolytic cleaning function WARNING WARNING • Clean large deposits, spills or grease from the oven cavity. • Please keep small children at a safe distance. The appliance becomes very hot. • Never clean non-stick baking trays and tins in the oven during the pyrolytic cycle. High temperatures damage the non-stick coating and poisonous gas is released. Replacing top door trim • Take hold of the top door trim at each side and position it to the inside edge of the glass.
CARE AND CLEANING (CONTINUED) Starting the Pyrolytic cleaning function (WVEP615 models only) • Turn the oven “Function” selector clockwise to select the “Pyro” position. • Use the “+” or “–” buttons on the electronic clock to select between a pyrolytic cleaning time of 1:30 hours (light clean) or 2:30 hours (normal clean) for the appropriate level of cleaning.
USING YOUR COOKTOP WARNING CAUTION The ceramic cooktop is made from ceramic glass,a tough durable material that withstands heating and cooling without breaking. However, it must be remembered that as it is GLASS, it may break. Treat it accordingly! Should you have any questions about the glass in your new appliance, please contact the Customer Care Centre by phoning 1300 363 640. The heating elements are concealed under the smooth glass surface which has a pattern to show the location of the elements.
DEALING WITH COOKING PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Heating elements not working • Power not switched on • Check cooktop is plugged in and power is on •C ontrols incorrectly set • Check correct knob turned for element •H ousehold fuse blown • Replace household fuse.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Oven or grill not working • Time of day not set. • Power not turned on. • Controls are incorrectly set. • Oven is in ‘Demo’ mode, refer to Additional Functionality. • Household fuse has blown or power supply is off. NOTE: If the household fuse continues to blow, call the Customer Care Centre. • Child-proof oven lock is activated. ‘LOCKED’ is displayed when control is touched.
INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE WARNING WARNING To avoid any potential hazard, you must follow our instructions when you install your appliance. Failure to install the appliance correctly could invalidate any warranty or liability claims and lead to prosecution. • This appliance must be installed by an authorised person according to all codes and regulations as stated in the local municipal building code and other relevant statutory regulations.
Hard wiring detail Cabinet construction for your appliance 1. Remove terminal cover plate from rear panel of appliance. For the best integration within a kitchen, install the appliance in a standard 600mm wide cupboard that gives a flush fit with the surrounding cupboard fronts as shown in Fig. A. A recess of 20 mm is ideal. 2. Fit wires through hole in cover plate and make connections to terminals. 3. Engage wires into plastic clip.
INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE Non-pyrolytic underbench ovens and side open door oven Your underbench oven looks best when the control panel is directly under the benchtop. An upper infill panel may have to be added if the cooktop placed over the oven is too deep. Refer to cooktop installation instructions for required clearance between cooktop and oven. Power point connection for the WVE617 must be accessible with the appliance fully installed.
Separate grill underbench oven Your underbench oven looks best when the control panel is directly under the benchtop. An upper infill panel may have to be added if the cooktop placed over the oven is too deep. Refer to cooktop installation instructions for required clearance between cooktop and oven.
INSTALLING YOUR APPLIANCE Double oven GAS TYPE A B C Flush fit 600 1086 581min Proud fit 565 1078 560min 561 use 25mm long black installation screws supplied A B mounting holes C use 15mm long black installation screws supplied 450mm min. 596 Combo oven – cooktop cut-out dimensions COOKTOP DIMENSIONS A minimum gap of 40mm must be maintained between the top of the underbench oven and the bottom of the cooktop to ensure adequate ventilation and space for the interconnection lead.
Warranty FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND APPLIANCE: BUILT-IN OVEN, COOKTOP AND FREESTANDING COOKERS This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product warranties for Electrolux Appliances. It is an important document. Please keep it with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should you require service for your Appliance. 1.
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