Using the Conventional Oven
iHints and Tips
How to Use the
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Conventional Oven
Turn the oven function control knob to the
The middle shelf position allows for the best heat
required temperature.
distribution. To increase base browning simply lower
the shelf position. To increase top browning, raise the
shelf position.
THINGS TO NOTE
The material and finish of the baking trays and
lThe thermostat control light will remain on until
dishes used will affect base browning. Enamelware,
the correct temperature is reached. It will then
dark, heavy or non-stick utensils increase base
cycle on and off to show that temperature is being
browning, while oven glassware, shiny aluminium or
maintained.
polished steel trays reflect the heat away and give less
base browning.
Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to ensure
Top oven element only
even browning.
This function is suitable for finishing cooked dishes,
Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to prevent
eg; lasagne, shepherds pie, cauliflower cheese etc.
spillage onto the base of the oven and make cleaning
easier.
Do not place dishes, tins or baking trays directly on
the oven base as it becomes very hot and damage will
Bottom oven element only
occur.
This function is particularly useful when blind-baking
Single level cooking gives best results.
pastry or cooking pizza. It may also be used to finish
off quiches or flans to ensure the base pastry is
cooked through.
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