Klarstein VaporChef - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document describes the Klarstein VaporChef Steam Oven, available in two models: 10036173 and 10036174.

Function Description

The Klarstein VaporChef is a versatile steam oven designed for various cooking methods. Its primary functions include:

Steaming: The main function, with a preset time of 30 minutes and a temperature of 100 °C. The time can be adjusted between 1 minute and 2 hours, and the temperature between 100 °C and 110 °C.
Grilling: Utilizes both top and bottom heat, with a preheating function. The preset time is 30 minutes and the temperature is 180 °C. Time can be set between 1 minute and 2 hours, and temperature between 100 °C and 230 °C. The oven preheats, then beeps to signal food insertion, and automatically starts grilling.
Grill and Steam: Combines grilling with steam to cook food faster and prevent drying. Preset time is 30 minutes, temperature 180 °C. Time can be set between 1 minute and 2 hours, and temperature between 120 °C and 230 °C.
Air Frying: Uses the rear heater with circulating air. Preset time is 30 minutes, temperature 180 °C. Time can be set between 1 minute and 2 hours, and temperature between 100 °C and 230 °C. Includes a preheating phase, after which the appliance beeps to signal food insertion and automatically starts air frying.
Menu (Recipes): Offers 31 pre-programmed recipes. The cooking time for a selected recipe can be adjusted once, according to the amount of food.
Unfreezing (Defrosting): Allows setting a time between 5 minutes and 2 hours, and a temperature between 50 °C and 60 °C. The preset time is 20 minutes and temperature is 55 °C.
Fermenting: Preset time is 40 minutes, temperature 40 °C. Time can be set between 5 minutes and 2 hours, and temperature between 30 °C and 50 °C.
Cleaning: A descaling function to remove limescale from the evaporator. Two modes are available: C-1 (50 minutes for steam generator descaling) and C-2 (25 minutes at 100 °C for oven cavity cleaning/disinfection).

Important Technical Specifications

The Klarstein VaporChef comes in two models with slightly different power consumption:

Item number	Power supply	Power consumption	Steam power	Max. filling quantity water tank
10036173	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz	2100-2400 W	1100 W	1.45 l
10036174	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz	1900-2200 W	950 W	1.45 l

Both models have an energy efficiency class of A and one cavity.

Model 10036173: Energy efficiency index (EEI cavity) of 94.1, volume of 31 l. Energy consumption per cycle in conventional mode: 0.64 kWh/cycle, in fan-forced convection mode: 0.65 kWh/cycle. Mass of the appliance: 21.8 kg.
Model 10036174: Energy efficiency index (EEI cavity) of 87.7, volume of 24 l. Energy consumption per cycle in conventional mode: 0.59 kWh/cycle, in fan-forced convection mode: 0.57 kWh/cycle. Mass of the appliance: 19.5 kg.

Usage Features

Control Panel: Features an On/Off button, Setup/Child Lock button, and a Start/Pause knob. The knob is used to select programmes, set time and temperature, and confirm settings.
Child Lock: Can be activated in all programmes by pressing the Setup/Child Lock button for 3 seconds. A child lock indicator lights up when active.
Shelves Installation: The oven has four layers of shelves. Users should select the appropriate shelf based on the dish and ensure the bulge on the grill rack points downwards.
Water Tank: Must always be filled above the minimum mark and remain in the oven during operation. If the water level is low, the oven stops, an indicator flashes, and it beeps 10 times.
Preheating Indicator: Lights up during preheating and goes out when preheating is complete.
End of Programme: Displays "END" and an "OK" indicator, accompanied by 10 beeps, when a programme is finished.
Pause Function: During operation, pressing the Start/Pause knob pauses the cooking process. Opening the oven door also pauses operation.
Time and Temperature Adjustment: During cooking, the time and temperature can be adjusted using the Setup/Child Lock button and the Start/Pause knob. For recipes, time adjustment is only possible once.
Inside Lighting: Stays on for 3 minutes when the oven starts, when the door is opened, or when the knob is turned once in standby or during operation.

Maintenance Features

Cleaning:
- Always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning.
- Do not wash the cabinet with running water or use metal tools/abrasive cleaners on the surface or glass door to avoid damage.
- Clean the oven interior regularly with a damp cloth; use a mild cleaning solution for stubborn dirt.
- Clean the oven seal regularly with a soft and dry cloth.
- Do not use a steam cleaner.
Water Tank:
- It is recommended to fill the water tank with drinking water or distilled water to prevent limescale.
- Check and clean the water tank regularly, removing it horizontally, drying it with a soft cloth, and replacing it in its original position.
- Remove any residual water from the tank after cooking.
Descaling (C-1 mode):
- The appliance reminds the user to descale the evaporator after 100 hours of total operating time.
- Prepare a descaling solution (1:8 descaler:water) and pour it into the water tank, ensuring the level is above the minimum mark.
- During the process, the appliance will prompt the user to remove the water tank, empty the descaling solution, and refill with clean water twice.
- The cleaning indicator will flash during descaling and light up permanently when the process is complete.
Storage: If not used for a long period, unplug, clean the entire appliance, empty the water tank, and store it in a clean, dry place.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides a table of common problems (e.g., sensor errors, display issues, fan not working, no steam) with possible causes and suggested solutions, including contacting customer service for complex issues.
Lamp Replacement: Unplug the appliance before replacing the oven lamp to avoid electric shock.
Installation: The appliance should not be installed in a cabinet, as it may overheat.