Defy DBO488E User manual
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DBO488E - DBO489E -
DBO496E - DBO589
SLIMLINE OVEN
Cooking
Instruction manual
Part number: 073788D
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Dear Customer,
Your new Defy oven was manufactured in a state of the art facility and has passed the
strictest quality control procedures.
Please read this manual carefully before using your oven for the first time and then store it
within easy reach for future reference.
This manual will provide you with information on how to operate and care for your oven to
gain the maximum benefit from it.
We trust you will enjoy years of trouble free use.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Important information
Warning—Hazardous situations
Warning—Electric shock
Caution; Warning for fire hazard
Caution; Warning for hot surfaces
PLEASE REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT AT
www.defy.co.za
DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LTD
P.O.BOX 12004
JACOBS
DURBAN
4026
SOUTH AFRICA
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Contents
1. Important Safety Instructions 4
General safety 4
Electrical safety 4
Intended use 6
Safety for children 6
2. General information 7
Overview 7
Parts 8
Accessories 8
Use of product accessories 9
Technical Specifications 11
3. Installation 12
Before installation 12
Built in oven cut outs 13
Installation and connection 14
First cleaning of the appliance 15
Initial heating 15
Tips for energy saving 16
Future transportation 16
4. How to use the oven 17
General information about baking, roasting
and grilling 17
How to operate the electric oven 17
Using the oven 17
Selector switch 18
Using the oven clock 20
Activating the keylock 21
Setting the alarm clock 21
Setting the economy mode 22
Setting the screen brightness 22
Selector switch operating modes 23
Cooking times table 24
5. Maintenance and care 25
General information 25
Cleaning the oven 25
Steam assisted cleaning 25
Removing the oven door 26
Replacing the oven light 27
6. Trouble Shooting 28
7. Customer care 29
8. Warranty 30
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This section contains safety
instructions that will help you
avoid risk of injury and damage.
All warranties will become void if
you do not follow these
instructions.
General safety
• This appliance 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 supervision or
instruction concerning the use
of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Children must be supervised to
prevent them from tampering
with the appliance.
• Installation and repair
procedures must always be
performed by authorized
service agents. The
manufacturer shall not be held
responsible for damages arising
from procedures carried out by
unauthorized persons which
may also void the warranty.
Before installation read the
instructions carefully.
• Do not operate the appliance if
it is defective or has any visible
damage.
• Make sure that the appliance
function controls are switched
off after every use.
1. Important safety instructions
Electrical safety
• If the appliance has a failure, it
should not be operated unless it
is repaired by an authorized
service agent. There is a risk of
an electric shock!
• Connect the appliance to an
earthed outlet/line protected by
a fuse of suitable capacity.
Have the earth installation
made by a qualified electrician.
• This appliance must be
earthed and the manufacturer
and the seller do not accept
responsibility for any damage
due to incorrect installation
or electrical connection.
• Never wash down the appliance
with water! There is the risk of
electric shock!
• The appliance must be
disconnected from the mains
during installation,
maintenance, cleaning and
repair procedures.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• The appliance must be installed
so that it can be completely
disconnected from the network.
The separation must be
provided either by a mains plug,
or a switch built into the fixed
electrical installation according
to construction regulations.
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• The rear surface of the oven
gets hot when it is in use.
Ensure that the electrical
connection does not come into
contact with the rear surface so
as not to damage connections.
• Do not trap the mains cable
between the oven door and
frame, do not route it over hot
surfaces as the cable insulation
may melt and cause a fire as a
result of a short circuit.
• Any work on electrical
equipment must only be carried
out by authorized and qualified
persons.
• In case of any damage, switch
off the appliance and
disconnect it from the mains. To
do this, switch off the circuit
breaker at the wall.
• Ensure that the fuse rating is
compatible with the appliance.
Appliance safety
• The appliance and its
accessible parts become hot
during use. Care must be taken
to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
Children must be kept away
unless continually supervised.
• Never use the appliance when
your judgment or coordination is
impaired by the use of alcohol
and/or drugs.
• Keep all ventilation slots clear
of obstructions.
• Use shelves as described on
page 11.
• Be careful when using alcoholic
drinks in dishes. Alcohol
evaporates at high
temperatures and may ignite
and cause fire when coming
into contact with hot surfaces.
• Do not place any flammable
materials close to the appliance
as the sides may become hot
during use.
• Do not heat closed tins and
glass jars in the oven. The
pressure build-up in the tin/jar
may cause the tin/jar to burst.
• Do not place baking trays,
dishes or aluminium foil directly
onto the bottom of the oven.
The heat accumulation may
damage the bottom of the oven.
• Do not use harsh abrasive
cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the oven door
glass as these may scratch the
glass surface.
• Do not use steam cleaners to
clean the appliance as this may
cause an electric shock.
• Do not use the appliance if the
front door glass has been
removed or is cracked.
• Always use heat resistant oven
gloves when putting in or
removing dishes into/from the
hot oven.
• Ensure the appliance is
switched off before replacing
the lamp to avoid the possibility
of an electric shock.
• Some models feature a
protective film over stainless
steel trim. This film must be
carefully removed before using
the appliance.
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• Do not carry out any repairs or
modifications on the appliance.
To prevent a fire hazard
• Ensure plug is well fitted into
socket so that it does not spark.
• Do not extend or cut the power
cable. Use only an original
power cable. Do not use a
damaged power cable.
• Ensure that there is no liquid or
moisture on the socket where
the appliance is plugged in.
Safety when working with
electricity
• Defective electric equipment is
one of the major causes of
house fires
• Any work on electrical
equipment and systems should
only be carried out by
authorized and qualified
persons. If the appliance is
damaged in any way, do not
use it. Report the damage to
your dealer, who will take the
necessary corrective action.
• Make sure that the fuse rating
is compatible with the
appliance.
Intended use
• The appliance must only be
used for domestic use and for
the purposes for which it was
designed. Commercial use will
void the guarantee. This
appliance is for cooking
purposes only. It must not be
used for other purposes, for
example room heating.
Safety for children
• Electrical appliances are
dangerous to children. Keep
children away from the
appliance when it is operating
and do not allow them to play
with the appliance.
• Accessible parts of the
appliance will become hot
whilst the appliance is in use.
keep children away until the
appliance has cooled down.
• Do not place any items above
the appliance that children may
reach for.
• Ensure that packaging material
is disposed of in a responsible
manner. Plastic bags must be
cut up to prevent children
playing with them and
accidentally suffocating.
• When the oven door is open
do not load any heavy objects
on it and do not allow children
to sit on it. The appliance may
overturn or the door hinges
may be damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not use the appliance for
warming plates under the grill,
drying towels, dish cloths or
similar textile products by
hanging them on the oven door
handle.
• The manufacturer shall not be
liable for any damage caused
by improper use or handling
errors.
• The oven can be used for
defrosting, baking, roasting and
grilling food.
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2. General Information
Overview
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Wire Shelf
Used for roasting and for placing food to be
baked, roasted or cooked in casserole
dishes on to the desired shelf runner.
Accessories supplied may vary
depending on the model. Not all
accessories in the user manual
may be included with your
appliance. Accessories may be
purchased from Defy spares.
1. Control Panel
2. Top Heat Element
3. Oven floor with hidden Bake element
4. Steam Bath
5. Removable Top Décor
6. Oven Door
7. Installation Clips
7. Fan
8. Fan
9. Side racks
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2
3
6
7
4
5
Accessories
Parts
Oven tray
Suitable for large roasts, chicken portions
and roast potatoes.
Note:
Please ensure that the wire shelf profile is
placed in the correct orientation for correct
oven fitment.
Bake tray
Suitable for baking purposes.
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Use of product accessories
Cooking shelves
There are 5 levels of shelf position in the
cooking area. You can also see the order of
the shelves in the numbers on the front
frame of the oven.
Models with wire shelves
Models without wire shelves
Placing the wire grill on the cooking
shelves
Models with wire shelves:
It is crucial to place the wire grill on the wire
side shelves properly. While placing the wire
grill on the desired shelf, the open section
must be on the front. For better cooking, the
wire grill must be secured with the stopper
on the wire shelf. It must not pass over the
stopper to contact with the rear wall of the
oven.
Models without wire shelves:
It is crucial to place the wire grill on the side
shelves properly. The wire grill has one di-
rection when placing it on the shelf. While
placing the wire grill on the desired shelf, the
open section must be on the front.
Use of product accessories
Placing the tray on the cooking shelves
Models with wire shelves:
It is also crucial to place the trays on the wire
side shelves properly. While placing the tray
on the desired shelf, its side designed for
holding must be on the front. For better
cooking, the tray must be secured with the
stopper on the wire shelf. It must not pass
over the stopper to contact with the rear wall
of the oven.
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Models without wire shelves:
It is also crucial to place the trays on the side
shelves properly. The tray has one direction
when placing it on the shelf. While placing
the tray on the desired shelf, its side de-
signed for holding must be on the front.
Stopper function of the wire grill
There is a stopper function to prevent the
wire grill from tipping out of the wire shelf.
With this function, you can easily and safely
take out your food. While removing the wire
grill, you can pull it forward until it reaches
the stopper. You must pass over the stopper
to remove it completely.
Models with wire shelves
Placing the roast pan on the cooking shelf.
The roast pan must be placed
On the wire shelf
Models without wire shelves
Stopper function of the wire grill tray -
Models with wire shelves
There is also a stopper function to prevent
the tray from tipping out of the wire shelf.
While removing the tray, release it from the
rear lock and pull it towards yourself until it
reaches the stopper. You must pass over the
stopper to remove it completely.
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