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Siemens HB 43MB.20B Instruction Manual

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Making cooking as much fun as eating
Please read this instruction manual. Then you will be able to
use all the technical advantages your cooker has to offer.
It will provide you with important safety information.
You will then be familiarised with the individual parts of your
new cooker. And we will show you how to make settings
step by step simple!
The tables list the adjustment values and shelf levels for
numerous well known dishes. All of which are tested in our
cooking studio.
In the unlikely event of a malfunction, look here for informa
tion on how to rectify minor faults yourself.
A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way
around quickly.
Enjoy your meal!
If you have any further questions, dial our information number:
/ Siemens Info Line (Mon Fri: 8.00 am 6.00 pm)
for product information as well as application and operation questions:
Tel.: 0180 5 2223* or go to siemens info line+bshg.com
* 0.14 EUR/min. from German landlines, mobiles may differ.
Only valid for Germany.
Instruction manual
HB 43MB.20B
en
881216
9000 417 591
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  • Page 1 Enjoy your meal! If you have any further questions, dial our information number: / Siemens Info Line (Mon Fri: 8.00 am 6.00 pm) for product information as well as application and operation questions: Tel.: 0180 5 2223* or go to siemens info line+bshg.com * 0.14 EUR/min.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety information ......Before installation ......Information for your safety .
  • Page 3 Table of contents Care and cleaning ......Cleaning agents ......Detaching and refitting the rails .

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    d Safety information Read this instruction manual carefully. Please keep the instruction and installation manuals in a safe place. Please pass on these manuals to the new owner if you sell the appliance. Before installation Transport damage Check the appliance for damage after unpacking it. Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transport.
  • Page 5 There is a risk of fire. Never store combustible items in the cooking compartment. Never open the appliance door if there is smoke inside. Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the appliance by the fuse in the fuse box.

  • Page 6: Causes Of Damage

    Causes of damage Accessories, foil, Do not place accessories on the cooking greaseproof paper or compartment floor. Do not cover the cooking ovenware on the cooking compartment floor with any sort of foil or greaseproof compartment floor paper. Do not place ovenware on the cooking compartment floor if a temperature of over 50 ºC is set.

  • Page 7: Your New Oven

    Your new oven Here you can familiarise yourself with your new oven. The control panel and the individual controls are explained here. You will find information about the cooking compartment and the accessories. Control panel Here is an overview of the control panel. The display never shows all of the symbols at the same time.

  • Page 8: Buttons And Display

    Buttons and display You can use the buttons to set various additional functions. You can read the values that you have set in the display. Button 0 Time setting options Selects the timer V, cooking time x, end time y or clock 0.

  • Page 9: Oven Light

    Setting ( Grill, large area For grilling steaks, sausages, bread and pieces of fish. The entire area under the grill element becomes hot. $ Bottom heating For preserving, browning and the final baking stage. Heat is emitted from below. \ Oven light Switches on the oven light.

  • Page 10: Temperature Selector

    Temperature selector Set the temperature or grill setting using the temperature selector. Setting Meaning Ú Off position The oven does not heat up. 50 270 Temperature range The temperature in the cooking compartment in ºC. S, SS, SSS Grill settings The grill settings for the grill, small * and large ( area.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories You can pull out the accessories two thirds of the way without them tipping. This allows meals to be removed easily. The accessories can become deformed when they become hot. As soon as they have cooled down, the deformation disappears with no effect on the function. Æ...

  • Page 12: Special Accessories

    You can buy accessories from the after sales service, from specialist retailers or online. Please specify the HZ number. 3 x wire rack For cookware, cake tins, roasts, grilling and frozen meals. Universal pan For moist cakes, pastries, frozen meals and large roasts. It can also be used to catch dripping fat when you are grilling directly on the wire rack.
  • Page 13 Grill tray HZ 325000 Use for grilling in place of the wire shelf or as a splatter guard, so that the oven does not become very dirty Only use the grill tray in the universal pan. Grilling on the grill tray: Only use in the shelf positions 1, 2 and 3.

  • Page 14: Before Using The Appliance For The First Time

    After sales service You can obtain suitable care and cleaning agents products and other accessories for your domestic appliances from the after sales service, specialist retailers or (in some countries) online via the e Shop. Please specify the relevant product number. Cleaning cloths for stainless steel Reduces the build up of dirt.

  • Page 15: Heating Up The Oven

    Heating up the oven To get rid of the new cooker smell, heat up the oven when it is empty and closed. One hour with : 3D hot air or % Top/bottom heat at 240 ºC is ideal. Make sure that there are no packaging remains in the cooking compartments.

  • Page 16: Type Of Heating And Temperature

    Type of heating and temperature Example in fig.: in the Æ main oven, set Top/bottom heat to 200 ºC. 1. Use the function selector to set the type of heating. 2. Set the temperature or grill setting using the temperature selector. The main oven begins to heat up.

  • Page 17: Rapid Heating

    Rapid heating You can switch on c Rapid heating for the Æ main oven. The main oven will then reach the set tempera ture particularly quickly. Use rapid heating when temperatures above 100 ºC are selected. The following heating types are suitable: : 3D hot air % Top/bottom heat To ensure an even cooking result, do not place your...

  • Page 18: Timer

    Timer You can use the timer as a kitchen timer. It runs independently of the cooking compartment. The timer has its own signal. In this way, you can tell whether it is the timer or a cooking time which has elapsed. 1.

  • Page 19: Cooking Time

    Cooking time You can set a cooking time for your dish in the Æ main oven. When the cooking time has elapsed, the oven switches itself off automatically. This means that you do not have to interrupt other work to switch off the oven.

  • Page 20: End Time

    The oven will start up after a few seconds. In the display, the timer period counts down and the Nx symbol lights up. The other time symbols go out. The cooking time has A signal sounds. The oven stops heating. 0:00 is elapsed shown in the display.
  • Page 21 1. Use the function selector to adjust the type of heating for the Æ main oven. 2. Use the temperature selector to set the tempera ture or grill setting for the Æ main oven. 3. Press the0 button twice. 4. Use the @ or A button to set the cooking time. 5.

  • Page 22: Time

    The cooking time has A signal sounds. The oven stops heating. 0:00 is elapsed shown in the display. Press the 0 button. The @ or A button can be used to set a new cooking time. Or press the 0 button twice and turn the function selector to the off position.

  • Page 23: Childproof Lock

    Changing the time No other time function should be set. 1. Press the 0 button four times. The time symbols light up in the display, the N arrow is next to 0. 2. Change the time with button @ or A. After a few seconds, the time set is adopted.

  • Page 24: Changing The Basic Settings

    Changing the basic settings Your oven has various basic settings. These settings can be customised to suit your requirements. Basic setting Selection 1 Selection 2 Selection 3 c1 Clock display always* only with the 0 button c2 Length of signal upon approx.

  • Page 25: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning With good care and cleaning, your oven will remain clean and fully functioning for a long time to come. Here we will explain how to maintain and clean your oven correctly. Notes Slight differences in the colours on the front of the oven are caused by the use of different materials, such as glass, plastic and metal.
  • Page 26 Area Cleaning agents Oven front Use hot soapy water: Clean with a dish cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any glass cleaners or glass scrapers. Stainless steel Use hot soapy water: Clean with a dish cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Remove spots caused by limescale, fat, starch and egg white immediately.

  • Page 27: Detaching And Refitting The Rails

    Important notes Never use abrasive cleaning agents. You will scratch or destroy the coating. Never treat the back wall or ceiling with oven cleaner. If oven cleaner accidentally gets on to the coating, remove it immediately with a soft sponge and plenty of water.

  • Page 28: Detaching And Attaching The Oven Door

    The rails fit both the left and right sides. The kinked section must always be at the bottom. Detaching and attaching the oven For cleaning purposes and to remove the door panels, door you can detach the oven door. The oven door hinges each have a locking lever. When the locking levers are closed (Fig.
  • Page 29 3. Close the oven door up to the limit stop (Fig. B). Grip the door on the left and right hand sides with both hands. Close the door a little more and pull it out. Attaching the door Reattach the oven door in the reverse sequence to removal.

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Door Panels

    There is a 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. Cleaning the door To facilitate cleaning, you can remove the inner door panels panels from the appliance door.
  • Page 31 Æ main oven Removing the intermediate panel 1. Unscrew the retainers on the left and right (Fig. C). 2. Unfold the retainers on the left and right. 3. Lift the intermediate panel and pull it out forwards. Cleaning Clean the door panel with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
  • Page 32 Ç top oven Removing the intermediate panel 1. Press the retainer on the intermediate panel on one side and unlatch it, using a spatula for instance (Fig. C). 2. Unlatch the other side in the same way and remove the intermediate panel. Cleaning Clean the door panel with glass cleaner and a soft cloth.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Fitting the door panel 1. Slide in the door panel all the way. 2. Put the cover back in place and screw it in. 3. Refit the appliance door. Troubleshooting Malfunctions often have simple explanations. Before you call the after sales service, please try to rectify the fault yourself using the table.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Bulb In The Oven Ceiling Light

    Error message Possible cause Remedy/information E011 A button was pressed Press all buttons individually. Check for too long or is whether a button has jammed or is covered. covered or dirty. There is a risk of electric shock. Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out by one of our experienced after sales engineers.

  • Page 35: Glass Cover

    Glass cover You must replace a damaged glass cover. Suitable glass covers may be obtained from the after sales service. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance. After sales service Our after sales service is there for you if your appliance should need to be repaired.

  • Page 36: Energy And Environment Tips

    Energy and environment tips Here you can find tips on how to save energy when baking and roasting and how to dispose of your appliance properly. Saving energy Only preheat the oven if this is specified in the recipe or in the operating instruction tables. Use dark, black lacquered or enamelled baking tins.

  • Page 37: Tested For You In Our Cooking Studio

    Tested for you in our cooking studio Here you will find a selection of dishes and the ideal settings for them. We will show you which type of heating and which temperature are best suited for your dish. You can find information about suitable accessories and the height at which they should be inserted.
  • Page 38 Baking on 3 levels: Baking tray at shelf position 5 Universal pan at shelf position 3 Baking tray at shelf position 1. Baking trays that are placed in the oven at the same time will not necessarily be ready at the same time. The tables show numerous suggestions for well known dishes.

  • Page 39: Main Oven

    More information can be found in the Baking tips" section which follows the tables. Æ main oven Food Dish Shelf Type of Temperature Baking time position heating in C in minutes Victoria Sandwich Wire rack + 170 180 20 25 2x Ø...
  • Page 40 Food Dish Shelf Type of Temperature Baking time position heating in C in minutes Wire rack + 12 cup tin 160 170 15 20 Small cakes Wire rack + 12 cup tin <* 150 160 15 20 Wire rack + 12 cup tin 200 210 15 20 Jam Tarts...
  • Page 41 Food Dish Shelf Type of Temperature Baking time position heating in C in minutes Meringues Universal pan + wire rack <* 80 90 100 150 2 levels with baking tray Jacket Potatoes 2 wire racks <* 160 170 60 75 2 levels (White) Bread 2 wire racks + loaf tins...

  • Page 42: Baking Tips

    Baking tips You want to bake following your Use similar items in the baking tables as a guide. own recipe. This way you will be able to Approximately 10 minutes before the end of the baking time establish whether the sponge cake specified in the recipe, stick a cocktail stick into the cake at the is baked through.

  • Page 43: Meat, Poultry, Fish

    Small baked products made out of There should be a distance of approx. 2 cm around each item. yeast dough stick to one another This gives enough space for the item to expand nicely and turn when baking. brown on all sides. Condensation forms when you Baking may result in the formation of water vapour, which bake moist cakes.
  • Page 44 If there are several pieces of meat, calculate the roasting time using the weight of the heaviest piece of meat. The individual pieces of meat should be approximately the same size. Turn pieces of meat halfway through the cooking Meat time.
  • Page 45 Meat Dish Shelf Type of Tempera Time, min per position heating ture in C 500g + add. Time Pork Roast joint Universal pan with < 180 190 35+35 wire insert Loin joint Universal pan with < 170 180 30+30 wire insert Belly Universal pan with <...
  • Page 46 Meat Dish Shelf Type of Tempera Time, min per position heating ture in C 500g + add. Time Complete Meal With beef Wire rack < 160 than weigth of meat universal pan with (see table wire insert (Yorkshire above) + 15 25 Pudding) for Yorkshire Pudding...
  • Page 47 Meat Dish Shelf Type of Tempera Time, min per position heating ture in C 500g + add. Time Poultry Chicken Universal pan with 210 230 20+15 wire insert Chicken, portion Universal pan with 210 230 25+25 (a 200 250g) wire insert Chicken, quarter Universal pan with 220 240...
  • Page 48 The grill element switches on and off continually. This is normal. The grill setting determines how frequently this will happen. Æ main oven ( = Grill, large area Food Dish Shelf Type of Grill Time, minutes position heating setting Beef Steaks Wire rack + 1.
  • Page 49 Food Dish Shelf Type of Grill Time, minutes position heating setting Chicken Drumsticks Wire rack + 1. side 17 each 150g universal pan 2. side 8 Breast, boneless Wire rack + 1. side 20 each 150g universal pan 2. side 10 Fish Whole trout Wire rack +...

  • Page 50: Tips For Roasting And Grilling

    Food Dish Shelf Type of Grill Time in minutes position heating setting Burgers Wire rack + 1. side 10 12 height 1 2 cm universal pan 2. side 6 8 Sausages Wire rack + 14 18** Ø 2 4 cm universal pan Chicken Drumsticks...

  • Page 51: Preprepared Products

    The roast looks good but the juices Next time, use a larger roasting dish and use less liquid. are too clear and watery. Steam rises from the roast when This is normal and due to the laws of physics. The majority of basted.
  • Page 52 Food Dish Shelf Type of Tempera Time in position heating ture in C minutes Universal pan 180 200 20 30 Pizza with a thick base Universal pan <* 200 210 15 20 Universal pan + <* 170 180 20 25 wire rack Pizza baguette Universal pan...

  • Page 53: Special Dishes

    Food Dish Shelf Type of Tempera Time in position heating ture in C minutes Fried foods, frozen Universal pan 220 240 10 20 Fish fingers Universal pan <* 200 210 15 20 Universal pan 200 220 15 25 Chicken nuggets Universal pan <* 170 180...

  • Page 54: Defrosting

    Æ main oven Dish Ovenware Level Type of Temperature in ºC Cooking heating time Yoghurt Place the cups or 6 8 hrs screw lid jars on the wire rack Proving Heat resistant dish Place on the Preheat to 50 ºC, switch 5 mins dough cooking...

  • Page 55: Drying

    Drying Use unblemished fruit and vegetables only and wash it thoroughly. Drain off the excess water, then dry it. Slide the universal pan in at shelf position 3, wire rack at shelf position 1. Line the universal pan and the wire rack with greaseproof or parchment paper.

  • Page 56: Test Dishes

    Tips for keeping acrylamide to a minimum when preparing food Biscuits Maximum 190 ºC with top/bottom heating, maximum 170 ºC with 3D hot air or hot air. Egg or egg yolk reduces the production of acrylamide. Oven chips Spread out a single layer evenly on the baking tray. Bake at least 400 g per baking tray so that they do not dry out.
  • Page 57 Æ main oven Dish Accessories and Level Type of Temperature Cooking ovenware heating in C time in minutes Baking tray 160 180 20 30 Viennese whirls Baking tray < 160 180 20 30 Universal pan + < 150 170 30 40 baking tray Universal pan + 1+3+5...
  • Page 58 Grilling If placing food directly on the wire rack, the universal pan should also be inserted at level 1. The liquid is collected here, keeping the oven cleaner. Æ main oven Dish Accessories and Level Type of Grill setting Cooking cookware heating time in...
  • Page 59 Notes...

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