Bosch HII8055U/01 electric slide-in range

Use and Care Manual

Induction Ranges

HII8055U, HII8055C

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Table of Contents

Use and care manual

Safety Definitions .......................................................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 5

Proper Installation and Maintenance ................................ 5

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings ................... 8

Food Safety ........................................................................... 8

Causes of Damage ........................................................ 9

Protecting the Environment ........................................ 10

Saving Energy .................................................................... 10

Getting Started ............................................................. 11

Parts ..................................................................................... 11

Accessories ........................................................................ 12

Getting familiar with the appliance ............................ 14

Control panel ...................................................................... 14

Kitchen timer ...................................................................... 18

SpeedBoost

function ...................................................... 18

AutoChef

Panel lock ........................................................................... 21

Wipe Protection ................................................................. 21

Automatic time limitation .................................................. 21

Basic settings ..................................................................... 21

Cleaning charts .................................................................. 25

Oven Control Panel ........................................................... 26

About the Oven .................................................................. 27

Basic Features ................................................................... 28

Special Features ................................................................ 30

Settings Menu Options ..................................................... 33

Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance ................... 34

General Tips ....................................................................... 34

$ .............................................................................. 38

% ............................................................................. 38

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9 WARNING

property may occur as a result of non-compliance with

this advisory.

tips.

cleaners produce noxious fumes when applied to a

hot surface. Wet cloths or sponges can cause burns

from steam.

will not open. If the door does not lock, do not run Self

Clean. Contact service.

pet birds out of the kitchen or other rooms where

kitchen fumes could reach them. During Self Clean,

fumes are released that may be harmful to birds.

cooking or roasting bags.

food. This helps prevent spills and movement of the

pan.

The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion

of the heating element or burner to direct contact and

may result in ignition of clothing. Select cookware

having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface

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Causes of Damage

▯ Hard or sharp objects falling off the cooktop may

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within the next 20 seconds, otherwise the cooking

when it is switched on, only one piece of cookware is

automatically selected.

▯ When heating up puree, cream soups and thick

sauces, stir occasionally.

will be lost. The kitchen timer can be used to set the

optimum cooking time.

is cooking. We recommend that you use pot holders.

cooking in section “Protecting the Environment”.

The following table provides some examples. Cooking times may vary depending on the type of food, its weight and

quality. Deviations are therefore possible.

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chocolate 1.

butter 1 - 2

Heating

frozen vegetables (e.g. spinach) 2. - 3.

broth 7 - 8

thick soup 1. - 2.

milk** 1 - 2

Simmering

delicate sauce e.g. Béchamel sauce 4 - 5

spaghetti sauce 2 - 3

fresh vegetables with 1-2 cups of water 2 - 3.

frozen vegetables with 1-2 cups of water 3. - 4.

pasta (2-4 qt. water)* 6 - 7

pudding** 1 - 2

cereals 2 - 3

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element. The element will turn off automatically once the

set time has elapsed.

9 CAUTION

▯ Make sure the cooktop is turned off with the main

Setting a cook time

The cooktop must be turned on.

Select the desired element and power level.

Touch the Timer key. The x indicator lights up in the

element display and ‹‹ is shown in the timer display.

Whithin 10 seconds enter the desired cook time using

the number keys.

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Automatic timer

the section on ~ "Basic settings"

independent of the other settings. You can also use the

Select an element.

maintain the temperature. This saves energy and

prevents the oil or fat from overheating.

oil and then for adding the food.

▯ Never leave oil or fat cooking unattended.

regulation.

▯ Only use fat or oil that is suitable for frying. When

you are using butter, margarine, olive oil or pork

lard, select the min temperature setting.

▯ AutoChef

®

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9 CAUTION

▯ The AutoChef

▯ Other frying pans may overheat. The temperature

▯ Make sure that the diameter of the base of the

Frying chart

The chart lists which heat setting is suitable for each type of food. The frying time may vary depending on the type,

weight, size and quality of the food.

The set heat setting varies depending on the frying pan that is used.

Preheat the empty pan; add oil and food after the acoustic signal has sounded.

max high potato pancakes, sautéed potatoes and rare beef steak

med medium-high thin fried foods like frozen pies, cutlets (pork or chicken), vegetables

low medium-low thick fried food such as hamburgers and sausages, fish

min low omelettes, using butter, olive oil or margarine

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Setting the AutoChef

®

Select the appropriate frying level from the chart. Place

must be on.

Select the element.

Touch the AutoChef key. The ‘ lights up on the

element display.

Select the desired frying level using the number keys.

The s symbol lights up on the display. The selected

frying level is displayed.

The temperature symbol s stays lit until the

setting

(mins.)

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Select the heating element and touch AutoChef.

children from accidentally turning the cooktop on.

Touch Panel Lock for 4 seconds. The Ú indicator over

locked.

Touch Panel Lock for 4 seconds. The child lock is now

deactivated.

9 CAUTION

The child lock may be accidentally turned on and off

Ú indicator

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burn on as quickly.

on the base of the pan should match the size of the

element. If a element does not detect an item of

cookware, try placing it on another element with a

smaller diameter.

Some induction cookware does not have a fully

ferromagnetic base:

▯ If the base of the cookware is only partially

ferromagnetic, only the area that is ferromagnetic will

heat up. This may mean that heat will not be

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▯ Clean only parts listed in manual.

▯ Bosch cleaners have been tested and approved for

use on Bosch appliances. Other recommended

cleaners do not constitute an endorsement of a

specific brand.

Cleaning the Cooktop

touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials

contact surface units or areas near units until they

are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.

9 CAUTION

Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass while

the surface is hot. The resulting fumes can be

hazardous to your health. Heating the cleaner can

chemically attack and damage the surface.

Precautions for Long Life and Good Appearance of the

pan or other object is dropped on it.

▯ Never cook food directly on the glass.

▯ Avoid placing a wok support ring, trivet or other metal

stand on glass surface.

▯ Do not use the glass surface as a cutting board.

▯ Do not slide cookware across the cooking surface as

it may scratch the surface.

▯ Do not place wet pans on the glass surface.

RISK OF BURNS

using damp sponge or cloth, wait until the cooktop

to hot surfaces.

ceramic cooktop cleaner.

Exception: Remove dry sugar, sugar syrup, tomato

products and milk with the razor blade scraper once

cleaner. When dry, buff surface with a clean paper

towel or cloth.

RISK OF INJURY

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buff with a clean dry towel.

which can be ordered online at www.bosch-home.com/

include Bon Ami®, Soft Scrub® (without bleach), and

white vinegar.

Avoid these cleaners

▯ Glass cleaners which contain ammonia or chlorine

bleach. These ingredients may damage or

permanently stain the cooktop.

permanently stain the cooktop.

Burned-on food soil, dark streaks, and specks Soften by laying a damp paper towel or sponge on top of

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The Sabbath Mode enables those of particular faiths to

The bake temperature must be within the Sabbath Mode

If the oven light is on at the start of Sabbath Mode, it

remains on throughout the Sabbath Mode operation. If

the oven light is off at the start of Sabbath Mode, it

No kitchen timers or oven timers may be running when

Sabbath Mode is entered.

▯ The temperature range in Sabbath Mode is 100°F

to 450°F.

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Panel Lock

Allows the user to disable all buttons on the control

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Pan Placement

Baking results are better if pans are placed in the center

of the oven. If baking more than one pan on a rack, allow

at least 1’’ to 1 1/2’’ of air space around the pan. When

baking four cake layers at the same time, stagger pans

rack.

Do not use aluminum foil or protective liners to line

any part of the appliance, especially the oven

bottom. Installing these liners may result in risk of

electric shock or fire.

the oven.

ingredients or food items.

time.

quickly as possible to minimize the loss of heat and

reduction of oven temperature.

preheat time. For example, the preheat time for 425° F

is longer than the preheat time for 350° F.

See charts at the end of the book.

temperature reduction.

oven window rather than opening the door frequently.

Rack Position Best For

6 (highest usable position) hamburgers, steaks

5 toasting bread, broiling

2 small roasts or poultry,

1(lowest usable position) large roasts, turkey, angel

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Baking Pans and Dishes

▯ Glass baking dishes absorb heat. Some cookware

manufacturers recommend reducing the temperature

or shiny metal bakeware.

Some manufacturers recommend reducing the

manufacturers’ recommendations.

▯ Do not set broil pans or any other heavy object on the

open oven door.

▯ Do not keep empty pans or pizza stones in the oven

times will vary.

For accurate information, write the Extension Service,

There may be a cost for the guides. Specify which high

altitude food preparation guide you prefer: general

information, cakes, cookies, breads, etc.

Condensation

It is normal for certain amount of moisture to evaporate

from the food during any cooking process. The amount

depends on the moisture content of the food. The

the bakeware. Dark metal pans or nonstick coatings

opening the door.

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in convection baking is that the heat is circulated

cookies and breads to take advantage of the bottom

heat, yielding a better crust on baked items.

▯ Slight decrease in cook time.

cooking chart at end of this manual.

Convection Multi-Rack cooks with heat from a third

▯ Even browning.

Convection Conversion is not activated.

and cover it in a bowl tightly with plastic wrap to

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intense heat from the upper element than the lower

Roast is best suited for large cuts of meat and poultry.

▯ Preheating the oven is not necessary.

▯ Use a high-sided broil pan or roasting pan. Cover dish

▯ Roasting bags and using a liquid are suitable for use

in this mode.

elements as well as heat circulated by the convection

than 5 minutes.

drain fats and oils away from the cooking surface to

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convection fan.

not recommended for browning breads, casseroles and

other foods. Always use Convection Broil with the door

In addition to the benefits of standard broiling,

Temperature must be set within 450°-550°F to enable

▯ Do not cover the broil grid with foil. It is designed to

▯ Turn meats (other than fish) once during the

▯ Never use heat-proof glass (Pyrex®); it cannot tolerate

the high temperature.

▯ For Convection Broil times, refer to the Meat/Poultry

Cooking Chart.

In Proof, the appliance uses the upper and lower

other yeast doughs.

▯ No preheat is necessary.

▯ Proofing is the rising of yeast dough.

▯ The Proof mode temperature is 85°F to 125°F.

▯ The default temperature in Proof mode is 100°F.

▯ Loosely cover the bowl or pan and use any rack that

a lid or aluminum foil.

GUIDELINES:

▯ Do not use the Warm mode to heat cold food.

▯ Be sure to maintain proper food temperature. The

USDA recommends holding hot food at 140°F

(60°C) or warmer.

▯ DO NOT warm food longer than one hour.

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Self-Clean

9 WARNING

WHEN USING THE SELF-CLEAN SETTING

▯ During the elimination of soil during self-cleaning,

▯ Children should not be left alone or unattended in

▯ Do not block the oven vent(s) during the self-

▯ When self-cleaning, confirm that the door locks

▯ Wipe out excessive spillage before self-cleaning

▯ Do not clean parts or accessories in the self-

Self Clean

Remove all accessories and racks from the oven.

If there is a cooking mode on, press Oven Clear/Off to

end the running mode.

Press the Self Clean button below the display.

2:00 to 4:00 hours. Entering a value less than 2:00 or

greater than 4:00 results in an error tone and

message.

Use a longer setting for a heavily soiled oven.

When the desired Self Clean time is displayed, press

Enter on the numeric keypad.

The oven door locks prior to starting Self Clean.

the door is being locked. Once locked, the door lock

symbol is continuously illuminated but not blinking.

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Self Clean starts and the oven Self Clean timer begins

To Cancel Self Clean

Press the Oven Clear/Off button to cancel Self Clean.

For Safety, when the Self Clean timer ends, the unit

must cool down before the door can unlock. During

displayed.

When the cool down is complete, the message “SELF

CLEAN FINISHED” is displayed. Continue to use

caution when opening the oven door.

Press Oven Clear/Off to clear the display when Self

Clean is finished.

After the oven has cooled down and the door is

components in the oven can become discolored over

time. This is normal and does not affect operation. Do

not use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners to treat

discolorations.

Flat Rack Wash with soapy water. Rinse

thoroughly and dry, or gently rub

they will loose their shiny finish

and may not glide smoothly. If

this happens, wipe the rack

edges with a small amount of

vegetable oil. Then wipe off

excess.

Telescopic Rack Wash with soapy water. Rinse

thoroughly and dry, or gently rub

with cleansing powder or soap-

self-cleaning oven.

Fiberglass Gasket Do Not Clean Door Gasket-The

door gasket is essential for a

not to rub, damage or move the

gasket.

Glass Wash with soap and water or

or paper towel and wipe clean.

paper towel and wipe clean.

Avoid using powder cleaning

agents, steel wool pads and

oven cleaners.

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Replacing an Oven Light

9 CAUTION

WHEN REPLACING AN OVEN LIGHT:

▯ Make sure the appliance and lights are cool and

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Position the drawer assembly in front of the housing

level and square to the housing, gently insert the

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NOTICES

applied to the drawer to accurately align and set the

drawer for proper operation.

▯ An audible “click” should be heard when the drawer

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Service

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