Additional information on products, accessories, appliance safely and have understood the replacement parts and services can be found at associated hazards. www.bosch-home.com and in the online shop www.bosch-eshop.com Children must not play with, on, or around the appliance. Children must not clean the...
Important safety information When you open the appliance door, hot Risk of scalding! (Important safety ■ steam can escape. Steam may not be information visible, depending on its temperature. When opening, do not stand too close to the appliance. Open the appliance door G eneral information I m p o r t a n t s a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n carefully.
Causes of damage Steam ]Causes of damage Warning – Risk of scalding! G eneral information The water in the water tank may become ■ C a u s e s o f d a m a g e very hot if you continue to operate the Caution! appliance.
Environmental protection Steam 7Environmental protection Caution! Baking tins: Ovenware must be heat and steam Y our new appliance is particularly energy-efficient. ■ resistant. Silicone baking tins are not suitable for E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n Here you can find tips on how to save even more combined operation with steam.
Environmental protection Open the appliance door as infrequently as possible Environmentally-friendly disposal ■ when the appliance is in use. Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
Getting to know your appliance Control panel *Getting to know your In the control panel, you can use the various buttons, appliance touch fields, touch-screen displays and the rotary selector to set the different appliance functions. The current settings are shown on the display. I n this chapter, we will explain the indicators and G e t t i n g t o k n o w y o u r a p p l i a n c e controls.
Getting to know your appliance Display Touch-screen displays The touch-screen displays are both a display medium The display is structured so that the information can be and control element at the same time. They show the read at a glance in any situation. options that you can select for a function and the The value that you can currently set is highlighted and current setting.
Getting to know your appliance Heating types In order for you to find the correct heating type for your dish, we have explained the differences and scopes of application here. Type of heating Temperature 4D hot air * 30-250 °C For baking and roasting on one or more levels.
Getting to know your appliance Steam To enable you to find the correct steam type of heating for your dish, we have explained the differences and scopes of application here. Type of heating Temperature Steaming 30-100 °C For vegetables, fish, side dishes, for juicing fruit and for blanching Reheating 80-180 °C For plated meals and baked items...
Accessories Inserting accessories _Accessories The cooking compartment has three shelf positions. The shelf positions are counted from the bottom up. Y our appliance is accompanied by a range of A c c e s s o r i e s accessories.
Accessories Combining accessories Profi pan You can insert the wire rack and the universal pan at For preparing large quantities. the same time to catch drops of liquid. Lid for the Profi pan When inserting the wire rack, ensure that both spacers The lid turns the Profi pan into a Profi roasting dish.
Before using for the first time Setting the language KBefore using for the first The language is the first setting displayed. "German" is time the preset language. Turn the rotary selector to set the required language. B efore you can use your new appliance, you must Touch the next text field to confirm.
Press the ÿ On/Off button to switch on the appliance. heating. Stop the appliance once the specified time has The Bosch logo appears on the display, followed by the elapsed. Press the on/off button ÿ to switch off the selection list for the types of heating.
Operating the appliance Selecting an operating mode Once the appliance is switched on, the default operating mode is displayed. If you would like to select a different operating mode, you can do so using the menu. You can find detailed descriptions of the individual operating modes in the corresponding sections.
Steam Changing `Steam You can change the settings as usual. To change the temperature or the duration, touch the F ood can be cooked particularly gently using steam. corresponding text field and change using the rotary S t e a m With some heating modes, you can prepare food with selector.
Steam Changing and cancelling Starting To change the steam level, touch the "Steam level" text Fill the water tank. field. The steam level is highlighted, and can be Only switch on the Dough proving setting Note: changed using the rotary selector. The change is once the cooking compartment has completely adopted immediately.
Steam Changing You can change the settings as usual. To change the temperature or the duration, touch the corresponding text field and change using the rotary selector. The change is adopted immediately. To change the type of heating, interrupt the operation beforehand using the l Start/Stop button.
Steam After every steam operation Warning – Risk of scalding! When you open the appliance door, hot steam can escape. Steam may not be visible, depending on its temperature. When opening, do not stand too close to the appliance. Open the appliance door carefully. Keep children away.
Time-setting options Press the l Start/Stop button to start. OTime-setting options The cooking time counts down. Y our appliance has different time-setting options. T i m e - s e t t i n g o p t i o n s Time-setting option Use Cooking time After the set cooking time has elapsed, the...
Time-setting options Set a later end time using the rotary selector. Setting the timer The timer runs alongside other settings. You can set it at any time, even if the appliance is switched off. It has its own audible signal so that you can tell whether it is the timer or a cooking time which has elapsed.
Childproof lock AChildproof lock QBasic settings Y our appliance is equipped with a childproof lock so T here are various settings available to you in order to C h i l d p r o o f l o c k B a s i c s e t t i n g s that children cannot switch it on accidentally or change help use your appliance effectively and simply.
Sabbath mode FSabbath mode Button tone Switched on Switched off* (tone remains for ÿ On/ Off) W ith the Sabbath mode, a cooking time of up to 74 S a b b a t h m o d e Display brightness 5 levels hours can be set.
Cleaning agent DCleaning agent Door panels Hot soapy water: Clean with a dish cloth and then dry with a soft cloth. W ith good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain Do not use a glass scraper or a stainless steel C l e a n i n g a g e n t its appearance and remain fully functioning for a long scouring pad.
Cleaning agent Keeping the appliance clean Notes Slight differences in colour on the front of the ■ Always keep the appliance clean and remove dirt appliance are caused by the use of different immediately so that stubborn deposits of dirt do not materials, such as glass, plastic and metal.
Cleaning function Setting the cleaning function .Cleaning function Before setting the cleaning function, ensure that you have followed all instructions for preparation. Y our appliance has the "EcoClean" and "Descaling" The duration for the cleaning function is preset to 1 C l e a n i n g f u n c t i o n operating modes.
Cleaning function Descaling The appliance is now descaled. The time counts down in the display. The appliance must be descaled regularly in order for it Once the cooking time has elapsed, an audible signal to continue operating correctly. sounds. There are several steps in the descaling programme. First rinsing cycle For hygiene reasons, the descaling programme must be run through completely so that the appliance can be...
Rails Attaching the rails pRails The rails only fit on the right or the left side. For both rails, ensure that the curved rods are at the front. W ith good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain R a i l s First, insert the rail in the middle of the rear socket ‚, its appearance and remain fully functional for a long until the rail rests against the cooking compartment...
Appliance door Fitting the appliance door qAppliance door Press down on the seal ‚ along the drip trough (figure ); otherwise, the seal ‚ may become W ith good care and cleaning, your appliance will retain detached during cleaning. A p p l i a n c e d o o r its appearance and remain fully functional for a long time to come.
Appliance door Removing the door cover Before closing the door again, trap a tea towel which has been folded several times in the door (figure The stainless steel inlay in the door cover may become Pull out the front panel upwards and lay it on a flat discoloured.
Trouble shooting Rectifying faults yourself 3Trouble shooting You can often easily rectify technical faults on the appliance yourself. I f a fault occurs, there is often a simple explanation. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g If a dish does not turn out exactly as you wanted, you Before calling the after-sales service, please refer to the can find many tips and instructions for preparation at...
Trouble shooting The "Fill water tank" message The panel is open Close the panel appears even though the water tank The water tank is not clicked Click the water tank into place is full into place ~ "Steam" on page 18 Faulty sensor Call the after-sales service The water tank has fallen off.
Customer service 4Customer service PDishes O ur after-sales service is there for you if your appliance Y ou can use the "Dishes" operating mode to prepare a C u s t o m e r s e r v i c e D i s h e s needs to be repaired.
Dishes Selecting a dish Applying settings for dishes The dishes are arranged in a uniform structure: You will be guided through the entire setting process for your chosen food. Category ■ Use the rotary selector to scroll through the individual Food ■...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Shelf positions JTested for you in our Use the indicated shelf positions. cooking studio Baking on one level When baking on one level, use the following shelf H ere, you can find a selection of dishes and the ideal position: T e s t e d f o r y o u i n o u r c o o k i n g s t u d i o settings for them.
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Tested for you in our cooking studio The setting values apply to food that is placed into a Remove unused accessories from the cooking cold cooking compartment; by doing this, you can compartment. This will ensure that you achieve the best make energy savings of up to 20 per cent.If you preheat possible cooking results and energy savings of up to the oven, you can reduce the indicated baking times by...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Heating Tempera- Steam in- Cooking tion function ture in °C tensity time in mins. Swiss flan Universal pan 180-200 40-50 Yeast cake with dry topping Baking tray 160-180 15-25 Yeast cake with dry topping Baking tray 150-160...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Tips on baking You want to find out whether the cake Push a cocktail stick into the highest point on the cake. If the cocktail stick comes out clean with no dough res- is completely cooked in the middle.
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Tested for you in our cooking studio cooked on the outside, but would not be fully baked in Accessories the middle. Ensure that you always use suitable accessories and that they are placed in the oven the right way around. The setting values apply to food that is placed into a cold cooking compartment;...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories Shelf posi- Heating Temperature in Steam in- Cooking tion function °C/grill setting tensity time in mins. Wholemeal bread, 1 kg Universal pan 210-220 10-15 < 180-190 40-50 Flatbread Universal pan 220-240 25-35 Flatbread Universal pan...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio the amount and consistency of the dough/mixture. For Accessories this reason, the table specifies setting ranges. Try using Ensure that you always use suitable accessories and the lower values to start with. A lower temperature will that they are placed in the oven the right way around.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories Shelf posi- Type of Tempera- Steam in- Cooking tion heating ture in °C tensity time in mins. Quiche Flan-base cake tin, black 190-210 30-45 Tarte flambée Universal pan 260-280* 10-20 Tarte flambée Universal pan 200-220* 15-25...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Types of heating used: The levels of steam intensity are indicated as numbers < 4D hot air in the table: ■ % Top/bottom heating ■ 1 = Low 7 Circulated air grilling ■ ■...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio energy savings of up to 20 per cent. If you preheat the Steaming oven, the indicated cooking times will be reduced by Poultry products are cooked more gently using the several minutes. steaming function than with steam assistance. They remain particularly succulent.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Temperature in Steam in- Cooking tion heating °C/ grill setting tensity time in mins. Chicken goujons, nuggets, frozen Universal pan 200-220 10-20 Poulard, 1.5 kg Wire rack 200-220 70-90 Poulard, 1.5 kg...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Shiny roasting dishes made from stainless steel or Grilling aluminium reflect heat like a mirror and are therefore Keep the appliance door closed when using the grill. not particularly suitable. The meat cooks more slowly Never grill with the appliance door open.
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Types of heating used: The levels of steam intensity are indicated as numbers < 4D hot air in the table: ■ % Top/bottom heating ■ 1 = Low 7 Circulated air grilling ■ ■...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Temperature in Steam in- Cooking tion heating °C/ grill setting tensity time in mins. Lamb Leg of lamb, boned, medium, 1.5 kg Wire rack 170-190 50-70 Leg of lamb, boned, medium, 1.5 kg Cookware, uncovered 170-180 80-90...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Use tongs to turn the pieces of food you are grilling. If Steaming you pierce the fish with a fork, the juices will run out and The fish is cooked more gently using the steaming it will become dry.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Types of heating used: The levels of steam intensity are indicated as numbers 7 Circulated air grilling in the table: ■ ( Grill, large area ■ 1 = Low $ Pizza setting ■ ■...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio which are the same weight, the heating-up time is far as the limit stop with the bevelled edge facing the increased, and not the cooking time. appliance door. Observe the unit sizes indicated in the settings table. Greaseproof paper The cooking time is reduced for smaller pieces and Only use greaseproof paper that is suitable for the...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Temperature in Steam in- Cooking tion heating °C/grill setting tensity time in mins. Vegetables, frozen Spinach Steam container 15-25 Cauliflower Steam container Green beans Steam container 6-10 Broccoli Steam container Peas...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dessert The remaining milk is quickly absorbed. You can prepare various desserts easily using your Compote appliance. Weigh the fruit and add approx. Y as much water. Add sugar and spices to taste. Use the settings indicated in Making yoghurt the table.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Recommended setting values Type of heating used: S Steaming ■ Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Tempera- Cooking tion heating ture in °C time in mins. Frozen salmon fillet Unperforated steam container, size S Broccoli Perforated steam container, size XL Boiled potatoes, quartered...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Tempera- Cooking tion heating ture in °C time in mins. Sponge flan, 6 eggs Springform cake tin, diameter 28 cm 150-160 50-60 Bundt yeast cake "Gugelhupf" ring cake tin 150-160 65-75 Cakes on baking trays...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Slow cook Cookware Use flat cookware, e.g. a glass/porcelain serving dish. Slow cooking is a technique for cooking food over a Place the cookware into the cooking compartment to long period at low temperatures. For this reason, it is preheat it.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Cookware Shelf posi- Heating Searing time Tempera- Cooking tion function in mins ture in °C time in mins Lamb Saddle of lamb, boneless, 200 g each Cookware, uncovered 30-45 Leg of lamb, boned, medium, 1 kg, Cookware, uncovered 120-180 tied...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Preserving and juicing Vegetables: Fill the jars with the vegetables along with hot, boiled water. Your appliance is also suitable for preserving and Wipe the rims of the jars, as they must be clean. Place juicing.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Sterilising bottles and hygiene Hygiene Your appliance is also suitable for preparing jam jars or Using your appliance, you can very easily sterilise preserving jars and their corresponding lids. cookware and baby feeding bottles. The process corresponds to normal sterilisation by boiling.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Dish Accessories/cookware Shelf posi- Type of Step Tempera- Cooking tion heating ture in °C time in mins. Yeast dough, savoury E.g. pizza Bowl Dough fer- 40-45 40-90 mentation Universal pan Final fermen- 40-45 30-60 tation Bread dough...
Tested for you in our cooking studio Reheating Recommended setting values In the table, you can find the ideal settings for various Using heating type "Reheating", food is reheated gently dishes. The times specified are only average values. using steam. It tastes and looks as though it has been They are dependent on the cookware used, the quality, freshly prepared.
Tested for you in our cooking studio Test dishes Notes The setting values apply to dishes placed into a cold ■ These tables have been produced for test institutes to cooking compartment. facilitate appliance testing. Please note the information in the tables about ■...
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Tested for you in our cooking studio Shelf positions for steaming on two levels (use a Steam maximum of 1.8 kg per level): Slide the universal pan in under the perforated steam Perforated steam container (size XL): Level 3 container (size XL) if indicated in the table. Any dripping ■...
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