User Manual Bosch VBC578FS0 90cm Serie 6 Pyrolytic Built-In Oven

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Table of contents

• GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE
• OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
• BASIC SETTING
• TIME-SETTING OPTIONS
• CHILDPROOF LOCK
• CLEANING
• CLEANING FUNCTION
• TROUBLESHOOTING

Oven Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

Control panel

1. Buttons and display
   • The buttons are touch keys with sensors underneath. Simply touch a symbol to select the function.
   • The display shows symbols for active functions and the time-setting options.
2. Function selector
   • Use the function selector to set the heating function or other functions for the main oven.
   • You can turn the function selector clockwise or anti-clockwise from the "Off" position.
3. Temperature selector
   • Use the temperature selector to set the temperature for the type of heating or select the setting for other functions.
   • You can also turn the temperature selector clockwise and anti-clockwise. It does not have an “Off” position.

Buttons

If a button is not operational, an audible signal will sound.

Display

The display is structured so that the information can be read at a glance.

The value that you can currently set is in focus. It is displayed in white lettering with a dark background.

Types of heating and functions

Use the function selector to set the types of heating and other functions.

To make sure you always use the right type of heating to cook your food, we have explained the differences and applications below.

For each heating function, The appliance specifies a default temperature or level. You Can accept this value or change it in the appropriate area.

Temperature

Use the temperature selector to set the temperature. The temperature that has been set will be shown on the display.

Note: the temperature can be set in 1 degree increments up to 100 °C, And in 5 degree increments thereafter.

Temperature indicator

The temperature indicator bars show the heating-up phases or residual heat in the cooking compartment.

Cooking compartment functions

Some functions make your appliance easier to use. This for example enables the cooking compartment to be well lit and a cooling fan to prevent the appliance from overheating.

Opening the appliance door

If you open the appliance door during an operation, the operation is paused. Operation continues to run when you close the door.

Interior lighting

When you open the appliance door, the interior lighting switches on. If the door remains open for longer than 15 minutes, the lighting switches off again.

In most operating modes, The interior lighting will switch on as soon as the appliance is started. Once the program is complete the lighting will switch off.

Note: In “Top/bottom heating gentle” mode the interior lighting will be switched off automatically after approx. 1 minute. It can be switched on using button.

Cooling fan

The cooling fan switch on and off as required. The warm air escapes above the door.

With a gentle top/bottom heating typem the cooling fan switches off and on more frequently to save energy

Caution!

Do not cover the ventilation slots come on otherwise the oven will overheat.

To call the cooking compartment more quickly after operation, the cooling fan continues to run for a certain period afterwards.

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

Switching the oven on and off

1. Using the function selector to set the heating function. Note: Each function has a default temperature or grill setting

2. Use the temperature selector to alter the temperature or grill setting

The open will then begin to heat

Changing settings

The heating function and temperature or grill setting can be changed at any time using the relevant selector

Switching off the oven

Turn the function selector to the Off position

Switching on the rapid heat-up function

To heat up the cooking compartment as rapidly as possible, press button

Note: Rapid heat-up it's available but with hot air mode, air reciprocation mode, the pizza setting and top/ bottom heating.

Rotary spit

Preparing the Rotary spit

1. Slide a retaining clip onto the Rotary spit and screw on the handle

2. Place the roast as close as possible to the center of the rotary spit

3. Use retaining clips to secure the roast in place

4. Use milled screws to secure retaining clips

Inserting the rotary spit

Warning - Risk of burns!

Never touch the hot surface of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Children must be kept at a safe distance from the appliance at all time. Open the appliance door carefully. Hot steam may escape.

1. Insert the rotary spit frame into the threaded bushes

2. Place the rotary spit onto the rotary spit frame and unscrew the handle.

3. Slide the universal of pan into shelf position 1 and slide the rotary spit into the motor mount.

4. Close the appliance door.

Switching on the rotary spit

When using the rotisserie spit, heat the oven using the heating function. Insert the rotisseries spit before setting the heatng function

1. Turn the function selector to
2. Set the grill setting

Removing the rotary spit

Warning - Risk of burns!

Never touch the hot surface of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Children must be kept at a safe distance from the appliance at all time. Open the appliance door carefully. Hot steam may escape.

1. Opening the appliance door
2. Slowly pull the universal pan until it is halfway out of the cooking compartment
3. Completely me remove the universal pan from the cooking compartment and set it on the worltop
4. Screw on the handle and remove the grill spit from the grill spit frame.

Automatic safety switching-off function

The appliance has an automatic safety cut-out function. The oven switches off automatically after 13 hours.

BASIC SETTING

List of basic settings

Changing the basic settings

The function selector must be set to the "Off" position.

1. Press and hold the button for approx. 4 seconds. The first basic setting will appear on the display, e.g.
2. Use the temperature selector to change the setting as required.
3. Use the + button to navigate to the next basic setting.
4. Using the + or - button to continue going through all the basic settings as described above, and use the temperature selector if you want to change any of these settings.
5. When you have finished, press and hold the button again for approximately 4 seconds to confirm the settings. All basic settings have now been applied.

You can change the basic settings again at any time. Demo mode can only be activated within 5 minutes of connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.

Note: Your changes to the basic settings will be retained even after a power failure.

Setting energy-saving mode

You can save energy by reducing the display brightness. You can set the display brightness under basic setting .

Note: This setting changes the brightness of the display while the appliance is in operation. In standby mode, the appliance automatically reduces the display brightness. The display is at its dimmest at night, between the hours of 22:00 and 05:58.

TIME-SETTING OPTIONS

Your appliance has different time-setting options,

Overview of the time-setting options

Setting the timer

the timer has no effect on how the oven works. The time and duration can be set to between 30 seconds and 13 hours. The duration can be set in 30 second increments up to 10 minutes, In one minute increments from 10 minutes to one hour, and then in five minute increments.

1. Press . The symbol lights up
2. Use the + and - buttons to set the required duration. An audible signal sounds once the timer duration has elapsed.

Notes

• To change the remaining time press the button
• Then change the remaining time using the + and - buttons
• to stop the time and counting down set the remaining time to zero

Swithching off the signal tone

To switch the signal off press any button or open the appliance door.

Note: After a short time an audible signal will stop automatically.

Setting the electronic clock

1. Press . The symbol lights up
2. Press button again. symbol will be lit.
3. Use the + and - buttons to set the current time.

Setting the automatic timer

The electronic clock can be used to switch the open on or off automatically.

Setting the cooking time

You can set the grouping time for your food on the appliance. this prevents the food from accidentally being cooked for too long and means that you do not have to stop what you're doing to switch off the oven.

1. set the type of heating and the temperature you require. the oven will start
2. Press button twice
3. Use the + and - buttons to set the required cooking time.
   • Note The cooking time can be said to be between 30 seconds and 13 hours. The cooking time can be set in 1-minute increments up to one hour, and then in 5-minute increments symbol will be lit.

The cooking time has elapsed

An audible signal will sound. the appliance will stop heating.

1. To switch the signal off press any button or open the appliance door
   • Note after a short time the audible signal will stop automatically
2. Turn the function selector to “off” position

Setting the end time

Baking or roasting stars for the saturation at a later time which you choose

1. Set the type of heating and the temperature you require
2. Press button twice
3. Use the + and - buttons to set the required cooking time.
   • Note The cooking time can be said to be between 30 seconds and 13 hours. The cooking time can be set in 1-minute increments up to one hour, and then in 5-minute increments. symbol will be lit.
4. Press button again.
5. Use the + and - buttons to set the required end time.
   • Note: When the button is first pressed a value will be suggested on the display. They suggested value is calculated using the current time on the clock and the cooking time. This value can be changed using the + and - buttons.

symbol will be lit. the display will show the end time. The appliance will now switch to standby mode.

The cooking time has elapsed

An audible signal will sound. the appliance will stop heating.

1. To switch the signal off press any button or open the appliance door
   • Note after a short time the audible signal will stop automatically
2. Turn the function selector to “off” position

CHILDPROOF LOCK

The oven has a childproof lock to prevent children from switching it on by accident.

Note: If the hob is being used, it will not be affected by the childproof lock on the oven.

Activating the childproof lock

The appliance must be switched off.

Press and hold the button for approximately four seconds.

The symbol will appear on the display. The childproof lock has now been activated.

Deactivating the childproof lock

Press and hold the button for approximately four seconds.
The symbol will go out on the display. The childproof lock has now been deactivated.

CLEANING

With good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain its appearance and remain fully functioning for a long time to come. We will explain here how you should correctly care for and clean your appliance.

Warning - Risk of electric shock!

Do not use any high pressure cleaners or steam cleaners which can result in an electric shock.

Warning - Risk of burns!

The appliance becomes very hot. Never touch the interior surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Always allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children at a safe distance.

Suitable cleaning agents

To ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong cleaning agent, observe the information in the table.

Do not use:

• Harsh or abrasive cleaning agents,
• Cleaning agents with a high concentration of alcohol,
• Hard scouring pads or sponges,
• High-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners,

Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.

Notes

■ Slight differences in colour on the front of the appliance are caused by the use of different materials, such as glass, plastic and metal.

■ Shadows on the door panels, which look like streaks, are caused by reflections made by the interior lighting.

■ Enamel is baked on at very high temperatures.This can cause some slight colour variation. This is normal and does not affect operation. The edges of thin trays cannot be completely enamelled. As a result, these edges can be rough. This does not impair the anti-corrosion protection.

Keeping the appliance clean

Always keep the appliance clean and remove dirt immediately so that stubborn deposits of dirt do not build up.

Warning – Risk of fire! Loose food remnants, fat and meat juices may catch fire. Before using the appliance, remove the worst of the food remnants from the cooking compartment, heating elements and accessories.

Tips

■ Clean the cooking compartment after each use. This will ensure that dirt cannot be baked on.

■ Always remove flecks of limescale, grease, starch and albumin (e.g. egg white) immediately.

Use the universal pan for baking very moist cakes.

■ Use suitable ovenware for roasting, e.g. a roasting dish.

Cleaning the cooking compartment

1. Pour 0.4 litres of water into the center of the cooking compartment floor.
2. Set the heating function.
3. Use the temperature controller to set a temperature of 50 °C.
4. Switch off the appliance after 18 minutes.
5. Allow the appliance to cool down.
6. Clean the cooking compartment with a cloth.

Warning - Risk of burns!

The appliance becomes very hot. Never touch the interior surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Always allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children at a safe distance.

CLEANING FUNCTION

"Pyrolytic self-cleaning"

You can use "Pyrolytic self-cleaning" mode to clean the clean compartment with no effort at all. the cooking compartment is heated up to a very high temperature. residues from roasting grilling and baking will burn.

Running this cleaning program requires approximately 5 to 10 kilowatt hours depending on the time set. the cleaning program can be set to run for between two hours 30 minutes and three hours 30 minutes.

Note For your safety the cooking compartment door locks automatically. It cannot be opened again until the lock indicator light goes out. The interior lighting remains off while the appliance is being cleaned.

Warning - Risk of serious damage to health!

The appliance will become very hot during the cleaning function. The nonstick coating on baking trays and tins is destroyed and noxious gasses are released. Never clean nor stick baking trays and backing tins using the cleaning function. only clean and enamelled accessories using cleaning function.

Warning - Risk of burns!

• The cooking compartment becomes extremely hot during the cleaning function. Never open the appliance door. Allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children away from the appliance.
• The appliance becomes very hot on the outside during the cleaning function. Never touch the appliance door. Allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children at a safe distance.
• The appliance becomes very hot. Never touch the Interior surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children at a safe distance.

Before running the cleaning function

Caution

Shelf supports and pullout rails get damaged if they are left in the cooking compartment when it is cleaned. Before you start the cleaning function remove the shelf supports and pull out rails from the cooking department.

1. Remove the shelf support and pull our rings from the cooking compartment
2. Remove the worst of the food residues and remnants from the cooking compartment
3. Clean the inside of the appliance door and along the edges of the cooking compartment in the area around the seal. Do not scrub the seal.

Warning - Risk of fire!

• Loose food remnants, fat and meat juice may catch fire when the cleaning function is in progress. Before you start the cleaning function always remove the worst of the food residues and remnants from the cooking compartment.
• The appliance will become very hot on the outside during the cleaning function. Never hang combustible objects e.g. tea towels, on the door handle. Do not place anything against the front of the appliance. Keep children away from the appliance.

Stariting

1. turn the function selector to the heating function
2. use the temperature selector to set a cleaning setting

Note: Moving the function selector while the cleaning cycle is in progress will stop the pyrolytic self cleaning program.

One minute after the cleaning cycle (pyrolytic self cleaning) has begun, the old window is locked to prevent it from being opened. the indicator light lights up to show that this door lock has been activated. Once the door lock has been activated it is no longer possible to select any functions. To select functions wait until the indicator light goes out.
Note

You can continue to use the timer while the pyrolytic self cleaning program is in progress. the duration you get will have no effect on pyrolytic self cleaning function.

You will not be able to use the interior lighting while pyrolytic self cleaning program is in progress.

Cancelling

To console program turn the function selected to the off position

Ending

Once the self cleaning function has run through the end an audible signal will sound. The appliance door cannot be opened until the symbol goes out

Once the cleaning function has ended

Once the cooking compartment has cooled down use a damp cloth to wipe off the ash that has been left behind in the cooking compartment and around the appliance door.

Note: Very bad soiling may cause white deposits to remain on the enamell surfaces. This is residue from food and is harmless. it does not affect performance. You can remove these residents using lemon juice if required.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault messages

If a fault message beginning with appears on the display, set the function selector to "Off". If the fault message does not disappear, please contact our aftersales service.

Fault message	Possible cause	Information/remedy
	Temperature sensor failed.	Call the after-sales service.
	The temperature in the cooking compartment is too high.	Call the after-sales service.
	Door locking mechanism incorrectly activated.	Call the after-sales service.
	Fan heating element faulty or not connected.	Call the after-sales service.
	Motor faulty or not connected.	Call the after-sales service.
	Cooling fan faulty or not connected.	Call the after-sales service.

Replacing the oven light bulb

If the oven light bulb fails, it must be replaced. Replacement heat-resistant bulbs can be obtained from the after-sales service or from specialist retailers. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance. Do not use any other type of bulb.

Warning - Risk of electric shock!

When replacing the cooking compartment bulb, the bulb socket contacts are live. Before replacing the bulb, unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.

1. Allow the cooking compartment to cool down.

2. Open the appliance door.

3. Place a tea towel in the cooking compartment to prevent damage.

4. Remove the shelf supports.

5. Remove the glass cover.To do this, open the glass cover from the front with your hand. Should you experience difficulties removing the glass cover, use a spoon to help you.

6. Remove the oven light bulb.

7. Replace the oven light bulb with a bulb of the same type:

Voltage: 230 V;

Power: 40 W;

Fitting: G9;

Temperature resistance: 300 °C

8. Refit the glass cover for the oven light bulb.

9. Refit the shelf supports.

10. Remove the tea towel.

11. Switch the circuit breaker back on.

12. Check that the oven lighting is working again.

Technical Data

Power supply: 220-240 V~ 50 Hz Max. total connected load: 3300 W

Our after-sales service is there for you if your appliance needs to be repaired. We will always find an appropriate solution, also in order to avoid after-sales personnel having to make unnecessary visits.