Gas Oven Manual

Using your Gas Oven

There are up to five cooking options available with ILVE gas ovens (depending on the oven size):

1. Static Gas Oven (A) (B)

2. Fan Assisted Gas Oven

3. Static Grill
4. Fan Grill
5. Rotisserie (80cm + 90cm Ovens Only)

Function knob Thermostat knob

Cooking in your gas oven
There are 5 shelf levels in your oven. Level 1 is the bottom and level 5 is the top. To turn on the gas oven open
the oven door. Press the temperature knob in (B) slightly and turn anticlockwise to 250°C, then press the knob in
fully for approximately 15 seconds. This will heat the thermocouple and allow the gas to flow through. (You do not
need to use the knob marked 1-12 at this stage.) You can tell that the oven is alight if you look through the small
holes situated in the base of the oven to see the flame.

Once the flame is lit, the door must stay open for 3 minutes (this ensures there is enough oxygen to keep the
flame alight.) Then with the temperature knob (B) select the temperature required. Temperature range is from
100°C - 250°C. To achieve 100°C on the temperature knob (not visibly marked), there is a section when you turn
the knob (B) towards the off position where it won’t allow the knob to move/turn anymore without the knob being
pressed in (which turns the oven off), and this is the 100°C gauge.

To turn the light on inside the oven whist cooking turn the Function knob (A) to the very first icon (square box with
light picture and rotisserie) this will turn the light on. At this stage the oven is heating from the base (gas flames are
under the removable floor) For most cooking it is recommended to use shelf levels 2 or 3.

To use the Fan Assisted function in the gas oven, once you have closed the door turn the Function knob (A) past
the number 12, you will feel a click and hear the fan activate. This is now Fan Assisted Gas Oven mode.

To turn off Fan Assisted, turn the Function knob (A) back to the light icon.
The benefit of Fan Assisted Gas Oven is that the heat is distributed evenly through the whole oven. The rear fan
circulates the air creating an even temperature inside the oven cavity. Fan Assisted is most beneficial when doing
batch/multi level cooking.

Static Grilling
The Function knob (A) is for the grill function also. The grill is electric and will not work whilst the gas oven is on.
To activate the grill turn knob (A) clockwise to number 8. This is equivalent to 180C. Best shelf position is level 4.
You can use the grill as a static grill (normal grilling with radiant heat) or you can choose to have fan grill.

Fan Grill
To activate the fan grill, turn knob (A) past the number 12 until you hear a click. This has activated the fan. Then
turn the knob back to number 8 which is the best temperature for fan grilling. Keep the door closed when using
fan grill. Best shelf position is level 4.
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GAS OVEN FUNCTIONS

TURNING ON THE LIGHT

To turn the light on inside the oven, turn the Function knob (A) to the very first icon (square box with light
picture and rotisserie)

LOWER FLOOR HEATING

The heat is coming from the base of the oven, there is no fan working with this function.
This is great for slow cooked foods such as Casseroles and Large Roasts.
To avoid food from over cooking on the base, you must use a low temperature for a longer period of
time, similar to a Slow Cooker. For delicate items it is best to use shelf level 3 and above.

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FAN ASSISTED

The benefit to using the Fan Assisted function is to evenly distribute heat through the whole oven
cavity. The rear fan circulates the air, interfering with the hot air rising theory. Fan Assisted is most
beneficial when doing batch baking and multi level cooking.

NOTE: This will be the function you use the most in your oven.
Important: turn function knob (A) off when you finish cooking otherwise the grill element will be
activated.

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STATIC GRILL

The static grill is great for short term grilling and browning with radiant heat. Static grill is great for an
intense heat e.g. Cheese toast, foccacia, oyster Kilpatrick, Crème Brule. For static grill cooking use Level
5 for cheese on toast and level 4 for everything else. Use your black enamel tray with the grill mesh insert
and line with baking paper.

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FAN GRILL

Fan Grill is great for cooking meat and more dense portions of food. e.g. - skewers, sausages, cutlets
and chicken pieces. With this function there is no need to turn the food. The grill will brown the top of
the food and the hot air which is being circulated around the oven cavity by the fan, will cook it from the
underside, locking in the juices and flavours. Keep the door closed when using fan grill.

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**NOTE: The oven and the grill cannot work at the same time.

ILVE ovens are equipped with a cavity cooling fan. The fan is thermostatically controlled and will switch
on automatically when the cavity reaches a temperature of 60°C. Air will gently be blown out through the
front louvre, just above the door handle. This keeps the interior of the cavity housing cool.

The cavity cooling fan will continue to run after the oven has been turned off. The fan will automatically
shut off once the oven cavity has reached a suitable temperature.

If you are not using the grill tray or fat filter, take it out of the oven as it blocks and restricts some heat
whilst cooking thus hindering the end result.

IMPORTANT: Never use aluminium foil on the base of your oven or inside the grill tray when
grilling as this will reflect heat back into the elements and enamel and can cause
irreparable damage.
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Catalytic Liners

Every ILVE oven has catalytic liners. Catalytic liners have been installed in your oven to make cleaning
easier for you. There are four liners in your oven (excluding some gas ovens) - one on either side, one at
the rear and one on the roof of the oven (Gas ovens have no Roof Liner). When your oven is in use, the
catalytic liners absorb the fat that splatters in the oven. To maintain your oven you must do a burn off on
a regular basis. This may be done weekly, monthly or yearly depending on oven usage.

Step 1: Remove excess trays and the fat filter. Wipe the door and inner glass to prevent any fat from
baking onto these surfaces.

Step 2: For Electric Ovens - Turn the oven thermostat to 200°C on the Fan Forced function (Function 8)
For Gas Ovens - Turn the oven thermostat to 200°C on the Fan Assisted function

Step 3: Leave the oven for 20 - 30 minutes with the door closed. In this time the fat absorbed on the
catalytic liners will burn off.

Step 4: Once the oven is cool you may need to wipe the base of the oven with a damp sponge to
remove the product of the burn off.

The fat filter at the rear of the oven is to protect grease and fat from building up on the fan and element.
If you are using the rotisserie or cooking anything with a high fat content, it is important to use the filter. If
you are baking or cooking anything that does not have a high fat content it is recommended to remove
the filter to prevent any build up of fat from being baked into the mesh. Clean on a regular basis with
warm soapy water and a scrubbing brush to ensure maximum performance.

For information on taking off your Oven door and Door glass please refer to your operations manual.
However, whilst you are at the class it may be a good opportunity to practise removing the door and
glass so you feel more confident when it comes time to do it at home.
Recommended Cleaning Products

* ALWAYS USE NON-CAUSTIC CLEANERS ON ILVE APPLIANCES.

* These products are recommendations only, ILVE are not responsible for any non-ILVE product.
ENAMEL SURFACES AND RACKS IN OVEN:
• Easy Off Oven: Important to spray the cleaner onto a soft cloth rather than spraying directly into the oven to
prevent the spray getting onto the catalytic liners.
STAINLESS STEEL OVEN RACKS:
• Napisan Oxy Action, use 1 cap full with hot water and soak for 30 minutes (laundry trough works really well)
STAINLESS STEEL:
• ILVE Euro Cloth - (Available from ILVE’s online shop or Showroom). Multi purpose micro fibre cloth,
wipes greasy marks and fingerprints away with cold water. Excellent for use on stainless steel, mirrors and
other highly polished surfaces. The cloth absorbs and holds dirt until machine-washed.
• Watered down Windex (1/3 Windex to 2/3 water) available at supermarkets
• CITRO CLEAN (Orange based cleaning products or non whitening toothpaste on the problem area)
ALUMINIUM BURNER SKIRTS:
• Autosol Shine Metal Polish - available at automotive shops and some supermarkets.
• Quickleen S Stainless Cleaner – (Available from ILVE’s online shop or Showroom)
BRASS BURNERS:
• White Vinegar - Soak for a few hours to remove light tarnishes.
• Autosol Shine Metal Polish - For heavier tarnishes. Remember to clean all polish out of the burner
holes thoroughly to ensure the gas is distributed evenly from the burner.
• Quickleen S Stainless Cleaner use 1Tbsp with hot water and soak for 40 minutes also scourer to remove any
stubborn stains. (Available from ILVE’s online shop or Showroom)
OVEN FAT FILTER:
• Hot soapy water only and a scrubbing brush.
SOLID PLATES:
• Hillmark Solid Hotplate Protector - available at Supermarkets
CERAMIC PLATES/ INDUCTION:
• Hillmark Cera Clean - available at Supermarkets
• Hillmark CeraPol - available at Supermarkets
TRIVETS/BURNER CAPS:
• Clean with hot soapy water
• Lightly oil the trivets with cooking spray to maintain their new appearance
• Put through a hot wash cycle with NO Detergent. If you do choose to wash your trivets in the dishwasher
be sure to check that the rubber feet have not become dislodged. If they have, the base of the trivet
will scratch the stainless steel cook top. This can happen at times as the water jets inside dishwashers
are so powerful they can dislodge them.
TEPANYAKI PLATE:
• Quickleen S Stainless or Clorox Gumption - For heavy stains polish with the grain of the stainless steel.
RANGEHOOD FILTERS:
• Quickleen R Range hood or Hillmark Rangehood Filter Cleaner (Available from ILVE’s online shop or Showroom)
• Hot soapy water
• If using the dishwashing. DON’T USE Detergent. Detergents are often caustic and may change the colour of
the aluminium filters.
Genuine ILVE accessories available

Burner Skirt Cover

KCT 4-5 RRP $139
KCT 5CC RRP $159
KCT 5PC RRP $169
KCT 6 RRP $219
KCT 7 RRP $229
KCT 8 RRP $239

Pizza and Bread Stone

RRP $159
Ribbed Steak Plate for Tepanyaki models
(Code G/419/03)
RRP $789

‘Cooking with ILVE’ DVD

RRP $14.95

Roller Bearing Slide Out Racks ILVE endorsed cookware by

30cm KGS 30C RRP $339 Chef Inox
40cm KGS 40C RRP $339 ILVE 3 Piece Set RRP $549
60cm KGS 60C RRP $389 ILVE 5 Piece Set RRP $959
70cm KGS 70C RRP $409 ILVE 7 Piece Set RRP $1,359
90cm KGS 90C RRP $429 ILVE Roast Dish RRP $149
ILVE Wok RRP $249

Take advantage of our 15% Discount when bought at an ILVE tuition Class
Also Available at shop.ilve.com.au

Steam Pans (Code G/002/02)

RRP $599
Cutting Board can be used to cover Tepanyaki hot
plate (Code. A/484/01).
RRP $289

Cover for Tepanyaki (Code A/040/04)

RRP $339

QuicKleen
Quickleen-S 500g RRP $27
Quickleen-S 1000g RRP $46 Cleaning Cloth + Solution
Quickleen-R 1000g RRP $46 ILVE Cloth RRP $37
ILVE Cloth + Solution RRP $45

Take advantage of our 15% Discount when bought at an ILVE tuition Class
Also Available at shop.ilve.com.au

Flat Cast Iron Griddle Plate

PG 65 RRP $310
PG 95 RRP $310
Professional Wok Cradle
(Code A/092/34)
RRP $79
Ribbed Cast Iron Griddle Plate
PG 66 RRP $310
PG 96 RRP $310

Cover for Tepanyaki CODE A/040/04

Elonguated Ribbed Cast Iron

Griddle Plate ‘The Food of Italy’ Cookbook
G30 RRP $249 RRP $95

Bain Marie
(Code G/002/01)
RRP $529
ILVE Cleaning Kit
RRP $209

Take advantage of our 15% Discount when bought at an ILVE tuition Class
Notes:
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