Bosch VBD578FS0 90cm Serie 6 Pyrolytic Built-In Oven

Owner's Guide Ovens

Getting to know your appliance

In this chapter, we will explain the indicators and controls. You will also find out about the various functions of your appliance.

Note: Depending on the appliance model, individual details and colours may differ.

Control panel

You can set your appliance's various functions on the control panel. Below, you will see an overview of the control panel and the layout of the controls.

1. Buttons and display
   The buttons are touch keys with sensors underneath. Simply touch a symbol to select the function it represents.
   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.
   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 heating function 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

You will find a brief explanation of the various buttons below.
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.

Note: 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 selector

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 the button.

Cooling fan

The cooling fan switches on and off as required. The warm air escapes above the door.
With the gentle top/bottom heating heating type, the cooling fan switches off and on more frequently to save energy.

Caution! Do not cover the ventilation slots, Otherwise the oven will overheat.

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

Accessories

Your appliance is accompanied by a range of accessories. Here, you can find an overview of the accessories included and information on how to use them correctly.

Accessories	Description
	Baking and roasting shelf For cookware, cake tins, joints of meat, grilled items and frozen food.
	Wire insert Designed to be placed into the universal pan or the baking tray. For preparing large quantities of food.
	Universal pan For moist cakes, pastries, frozen meals and large roasts. The universal pan can be used to catch dripping fat when you are grilling directly on the wire rack.
	Enamel baking tray For tray bakes and small baked products.
	Telescopic rail set You can use the pull-out rails to pull the accessories out further.
	Locking pins For locking the hinges.
	Rotary spit For roasting joints of meat and large poultry. Use only in combination with the enamelled baking tray.

Shelf positions

The baking tray and the baking and roasting shelf can be inserted into the cooking compartment at five different levels. Always push accessories in fully so that they do not touch the door panel. Make sure that you always insert the accessories into the cooking compartment the right way round.

Warning – Risk of fire! Under no circumstances should a roasting tin, baking tray, frying pan or any other form of cookware be placed directly on the oven floor. This causes the floor of the appliance to overheat and can seriously damage the appliance.

Locking function

The accessories can be pulled out approximately halfway before they lock in place.The locking function prevents the accessories from tilting when they are pulled out.The accessories must be inserted into the cooking compartment correctly for the tilt protection to work properly.

When inserting the wire rack, ensure that the lug a is at the rear and is facing downwards. The open side must be facing the appliance door and the curvature must be at the bottom (i.e. ).

When inserting baking trays, ensure that the lug a is at the rear and is facing downwards. The sloping edge of the accessory b must be facing towards the appliance door.

Example in the picture: Universal pan

Telescopic rail set

Warning – Risk of burns! The telescopic shelves become hot when the appliance is in use. Take special care not to get burnt when they are pulled out.

The pull-out rails allow you to pull accessories out completely. When inserting the adapter for the baking tray and roasting shelf, ensure that it locks into place in front of the tab on the pull-out rails.

Special accessories

You can buy accessories from the after-sales service.

Operating the appliance

Switching the oven on and off

Switching on the oven

1. Use 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 oven will then begin to heat.

Note: The temperature indicator will show the current status of the heating-up phase.

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 the button.

Note: Rapid heat-up is available for 3D hot air mode, air recirculation 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 centre of the rotary spit.
3. Use retaining clips to secure the roast in place.
4. Use milled screws to secure the retaining clips.
   

Inserting the rotary spit

Warning – Risk of burns! Never touch the hot surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Children must be kept at a safe distance from the appliance at all times. 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 pan into shelf position 1 and slide the rotary spit into the motor mount.
   
4. Close the appliance door.

Switching on the rotary spit

Note: When using the rotisserie spit, heat the oven using the heating function. Insert the rotisserie spit before setting the heating function.

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

Note: Pour some water into the universal pan to catch any fat that drips out.

Removing the rotary spit

Warning – Risk of burns! Never touch the hot surfaces of the cooking compartment or the heating elements. Children must be kept at a safe distance from the appliance at all times. 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 remove the universal pan from the cooking compartment and set it on the worktop.
4. Screw on the handle and remove the grill spit from the grill spit frame.

Automatic safety switch-off function

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

Time-setting options

Your appliance has different time-setting options.

Overview of the time-setting options

Operating the electronic clock

Setting the timer

The timer has no effect on how the oven works. The timer 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 1-minute increments from 10 minutes to 1 hour, and then in 5-minute increments.

1. Press the button.
   The symbol will be lit.
2. Use the + and – buttons to set the required duration.
   An audible signal will sound once the time has elapsed.

Notes

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

Switching off the signal tone

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

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

Setting the electronic clock

You can alter the clock if you need to (e.g. from summer to winter time).To do this, the oven must be switched off.

1. Press the button.
   The symbol will be lit.
2. Press the button again.
   The 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 oven on or off automatically.

Setting the cooking time

You can set the cooking 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 are doing to switch off the oven.

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

Setting the end time

Baking or roasting starts for the set duration at a later time which you chose.

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

The symbol will go out on the display. The childproof lock has now been deactivated.

Basic settings

There are various settings available to you in order to help use your appliance effectively and simply. You can change these settings as required.

List of basic settings

Depending on the features of your appliance, not all basic settings will be available.

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. Use 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 approx. 4 seconds to confirm the settings.

This applies all the basic settings.

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 05:59.

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

Observe the following information to ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong type of cleaning agent.

Do not use any of the following

on the oven:

• Any 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 centre 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

Your appliance has a self-cleaning function. You can use the self-cleaning function to clean the cooking compartment.

Pyrolytic self-cleaning

You can use "Pyrolytic self-cleaning" mode to clean the cooking 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 programme requires approximately 5-10 kilowatt hours, depending on the time set. The cleaning programme can be set to run for between 2 hours 30 minutes and 3 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 non-stick coating on baking trays and tins is destroyed and noxious gases are released. Never clean non-stick baking trays and baking tins using the cleaning function. Only clean enamelled accessories using the 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 will become very hot on the outside during the cleaning function. Never touch the appliance door. Allow the appliance to cool down. Keep children away from the appliance.
• 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.

Before running the cleaning function

Caution! Shelf supports and pull-out rails get demaged 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 compartment.

1. Remove the shelf supports and pull-out rails 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 juices 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.

Starting

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 oven door 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 set will have no effect on the pyrolytic self-cleaning function.

Note: You will not be able to use the interior lighting while the pyrolytic self-cleaning programme is in progress.

Cancelling
To cancel a programme, turn the function selector to the "Off" position.

Ending
Once the self-cleaning function has run through to 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 enamel surfaces. This is residue from the food and is harmless. It does not affect performance. You can remove these residues using lemon juice if required.

Rails

Detaching the shelf supports

The shelf supports are each fixed to the side panels of the cooking compartment at three points.

1. Grip the front of the shelf support and pull it round to the middle of the cooking compartment.
   The front hook of the shelf support will come out of the hole.
2. Swing the shelf support round further and pull it out of the rear holes in the side panel.
3. Remove the shelf supports from the cooking compartment.

Refitting the shelf supports

1. Insert the hooks of the shelf support into the rear holes in the side panel.
2. Push the front hook of the shelf support into the hole.

Appliance door

With good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain its appearance and remain fully functional for a long time to come. This will tell you how to clean the appliance door.

Removing and installing the door panels

To facilitate cleaning, you can remove the glass panels from the oven door.

Removing the door panels

1. Open the oven door fully.
2. Lock the two hinges on the left and right using the locking pin.
   Note: The locking pins must be fully inserted into the holes in the hinges.
   
3. Use both hands to lift the bottom of the inner panel until the fastening pins come out of the holder.
4. Carefully pull the top of the inner panel out of the retaining strip and lift it to completely free the panel from the door.
   
5. Remove the two middle panels, along with their holders.
   Note: The two middle panels are not fastened using retaining pins; instead, they are held in place using holders.
   
6. Remove the holders to separate the two middle panels from one another.
7. Clean the panels with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.

Warning – Risk of injury! Scratched glass in the appliance door may develop into a crack. Do not use a glass scraper, sharp or abrasive cleaning aids or detergents.

Fitting the door panels

1. Reinsert the two middle panels.
   Notes
   You will know that you have inserted the two middle panels correctly when you can see the "Low-E" symbol on both panels.
   Make sure that the panels are seated correctly.
   All holders must lay flat against the outer panel.
2. Reinsert the inner panel.
   Note: The panel must first be inserted into the retaining bar. The two fastening pins must then engage in the holders provided for them.
3. Remove the locking pins and close the oven door.

Removing and fitting the appliance door

If the oven is very heavily soiled, the oven door can be removed for easier cleaning. Normally, however, this is not necessary.

Removing the appliance door

1. Open the oven door fully.
2. Lock the two hinges on the left and right using the locking pin (a).
   Note: The locking pins must be fully inserted into the holes in the hinges.
3. Take hold of the sides of the oven door with both hands and close the oven door by approx. 30° (b).
   
4. Lift the oven door slightly and pull it out.
   Note: Do not close the oven door fully,otherwise the hinges could become bent and the enamel could be damaged.

Fitting the appliance door

1. Take hold of the sides of the oven door with both hands.
2. Slide the hinges into the slots in the oven (a).
   Note: The notch at the bottom of the hinges must engage into the frame of the oven (b).
   
3. Lower the door.
4. Remove the locking pins.

Warning – Risk of injury! If the oven door falls out accidentally or a hinge snaps shut, do not reach into the hinge. Call the after-sales service.

Warning – Risk of injury! The door may not close properly if the door hinges have not engaged correctly. This will allow heat to escape and the parts of the appliance may become very hot. To prevent this from happening, remove the door again. Then refit the door as shown in the drawing, making sure that the groove on the underside of the hinges engages in the oven frame.

Troubleshooting

Fault	Possible cause	Notes/remedy
The appliance does not work	The plug is not plugged into the mains	Connect the appliance to the power supply
	Power cut	Check whether other kitchen appliances are working
	The circuit breaker is faulty	Check in the fuse box to make sure that the fuse for the appliance is OK
The appliance cannot be started	The appliance door is not fully closed	Close the appliance door
	The appliance is not switched off	Switch the appliance off and back on again
is flashing on the display	Power failure	Reset the clock.
The interior lighting is not working	Gentle top/bottom heating mode is active	In gentle top/bottom heating mode, the interior lighting is not switched on.
	The bulb is faulty	Replace the bulb.
All food that is cooked in the oven burns within an extremely short period of time.	Thermostat faulty.	Call the after-sales service.
Door panels are steamed up.	This is normal and results from differences in temperature.	Heat the appliance up to 100 °C and then switch it back off after 5 minutes.
Although the appliance is switched on, it cannot be operated; the symbol is shown on the display	The childproof lock is activated.	Press and hold the touch button until the symbol goes out.
The appliance door will not open; the symbol is shown on the display	The appliance door remains locked until the cooking compartment has cooled down.	Wait until the symbol goes out

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.

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