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Bosch HES242U User Manual

Bosch HES242U
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for Models:
HES242U, HES245U, HES246U,
HES247U, HES252U, HES255U, HES256U
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Bosch HES242U Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBosch
ModelHES242U
CategoryRanges
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Appliance Safety Guidelines

Personal Safety Precautions

Warnings and guidelines to prevent personal injury, burns, and electric shock.

Range Operation Safety

Specific safety measures for operating the range.

Cooktop Usage Safety

Safety instructions for the cooktop.

Oven Safety and Precautions

Self-Cleaning Safety Procedures

Safety instructions for operating the self-cleaning function.

Pet Bird Safety During Self-Clean

Warnings about fumes affecting pet birds during self-cleaning.

Warming Drawer Safety

Child Safety Caution

Warning about children climbing on the range.

Getting Familiar with Your Range

Included Components

List of parts and accessories included with the electric range.

Oven Control Panel Overview

Display Window Features

Description of the information displayed on the oven control panel.

Other Control Features

Explanation of additional indicators and control functions.

Setting Up Your Range

Setting and Changing the Clock

Step-by-step instructions for setting and adjusting the oven clock.

Select Functions Menu Overview

Guide to accessing and using the range's select functions menu.

Adjusting Beep Volume

How to change the volume of control beeps.

Temperature and Time Format Settings

Instructions for changing temperature scale and time format.

Locking and Unlocking Controls

How to lock or unlock the oven control keypad for safety.

Changing Display Language

Steps to select the display language for the oven controls.

Clock Display and Factory Reset

How to turn clock display on/off and reset settings to defaults.

Oven Temperature Offset and Sabbath Feature

Calibrating oven temperature and using the Sabbath feature.

Cooktop Features and Care

Cooktop Surface Precautions

Guidelines for maintaining the ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Retained Heat and Temperature Limiters

Understanding retained heat and temperature limiter functions.

Cooktop Element Identification

Details on specific cooktop elements for HES24 and HES25 models.

Indicator Lights and Keep Warm

Explanation of indicator lights and the keep warm feature.

Operating the mTwist Cooktop

Setting Cooktop Controls and Heat

Step-by-step guide to setting cooktop elements and heat.

Turning Off Elements and Function Pads

Procedures for turning off elements and using function pads.

Oven Features and Rack Configuration

Rack Positions and Usage

Guide to the recommended rack positions for various cooking tasks.

Preheating and Pan Placement

Instructions for preheating the oven and optimal pan placement.

Oven Modes: Bake and Convection Bake

Bake, Proof, and Warm Modes

Usage and settings for Bake, Proof, and Warm oven modes.

Convection Bake Mode Operation

How to use the Convection Bake mode for efficient cooking.

Oven Modes: Broil and Convection Broil

Broil Mode Operation and Guidelines

How to use the Broil mode for cooking and browning.

Convection Broil Mode Operation

Instructions for using the Convection Broil mode for faster cooking.

Oven Mode: Convection Roast

Convection Roast Operation and Tips

How to use Convection Roast for efficient meat and poultry cooking.

Oven Mode: Dehydrate

Dehydrate Mode Operation and Chart

Guide to using Dehydrate mode and the accompanying food drying chart.

Setting the Oven Mode

Oven Operation Time and Vent System

Information on oven auto-shutoff and the oven vent system.

Using the Timer/s

Setting and Clearing Oven Timers

Step-by-step guide to setting and clearing oven timers.

Using Timed Cook Feature

Setting a Timed Cooking Mode

Procedures for setting a cooking mode with a specific duration.

Using the Probe (Some Models)

Probe Insertion and Usage Tips

Best practices for using the oven probe and its handling.

The Warming Drawer

Warming Drawer Settings and Usage

Explanation of the warming drawer's temperature settings and their icons.

Warming Drawer Temperature and Food Care

How to set the temperature and use the warming drawer for various foods.

Care and Cleaning - Glass Cooktop

Daily Cleaning Techniques for Cooktop

Recommended daily cleaning methods for the cooktop.

Cooktop Cleaning Precautions and Tools

What cleaners to avoid and how to use the razor blade scraper.

Cooktop Soil Removal Guide

Chart detailing how to remove different types of soil from the cooktop.

Care and Cleaning - Oven

Self-Cleaning Oven Preparation

Steps to prepare the oven before initiating the self-cleaning cycle.

Setting and Delaying Self-Clean Mode

How to start a self-clean cycle immediately or with a delay.

Post Self-Cleaning Oven Care

Instructions for cleaning the oven after the self-cleaning cycle.

Cookware Selection Guide

Cookware Characteristics and Testing

Features of good cookware and methods to test flatness and heat distribution.

Cookware Tips and Specialty Pans

General tips for cookware use and guidance on specialty pans.

Maintenance Procedures

Removing and Replacing the Oven Door

Step-by-step instructions for removing and reinstalling the oven door.

Replacing the Oven Light Bulb

How to safely replace the oven light bulb.

Cooktop Troubleshooting

Oven Troubleshooting

Warranty Information

Obtaining Warranty Service

How to contact BSH for warranty service and support.

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