All about Bosch ovens

Bosch ovens are distinguished by German quality, reliability and wide functionality. What are the features of this technique, what advantages and disadvantages different types of structures have, we will consider in this article.

Today, Bosch ovens have many nice features that set them apart from other manufacturers.

First of all, it is a cleaning function. Anyone who has ever manually cleaned an oven knows how tedious and time consuming it is. The self-cleaning functions of Bosch ovens make this problem a memory. There is more time to enjoy cooking.

During baking or oven cooking, a special coating of microscopic ceramic particles inside the appliance absorbs fat and food debris. And then destroys them as a result of oxidation. It is only necessary to wipe the bottom and the inside of the glass door. This coating is regenerated every time you heat up the oven and lasts for the entire life cycle of the appliance.

When activated, the cleaning function of the Bosch pyrolysis oven heats up to 480 ° C and burns off all layers of fat or food debris. Only a little ash remains, which can be easily removed with kitchen paper. Depending on the amount of residues accumulated, one of three different pyrolysis oven cleaning programs is selected.

And one more innovation - baking paper is no longer needed.

Thanks to the special non-stick baking trays, you don't need to use baking paper or grease the baking dish. And the compact size is suitable for washing in a sink or dishwasher.

Bosch offers a wide variety of products. Ovens are no exception.

Today there are three main types of ovens, depending on the type of placement in the kitchen:

• stand-alone oven - it is easy to install it anywhere, a common option is to install the oven at a convenient height;
• the oven is built into the heating plate - control takes place through the stove;
• built-in oven - you can effectively integrate it into furniture located in the kitchen or in another room where the oven will be installed.

Let's consider each option in more detail.

The standalone oven, as its name suggests, is the most economical. Can be placed anywhere in the kitchen where there is space and electrical contact or gas supply.

The design of these ovens has a finished look and a flat back. The back side is usually equipped with a built-in heat shield that protects the wall from heat. This type of stove is the cheapest and most convenient one.

These models have a great design and look like built-in kitchens, but they are much easier to install because they simply slide back and fit horizontally into the available space.

They usually do not have rear wall protection and control panels are located at the front. The design is much clearer and more elegant.

Unlike horizontally installed ovens, they do not touch the floor vertically, but are placed on a cabinet or countertop. Thus, they look the same as those built into the kitchen interior. But they are more difficult to install and often require custom-made cabinets.

However, this is not the only type of classification. Bosch uses different oven technologies depending on the energy source.

• Electric oven - as the name suggests, it uses electricity when it works. When buying, you should pay attention to the energy class of the device (class A is the most efficient, G is the minimum).
• Steam oven - allows you to steam with controlled humidity. Operates at a lower temperature, complementing a traditional oven.
• Gas oven - This is a standard type of stove, most often found in gasified homes.

Some modifications today use the latest technology.

They are, of course, much more expensive than other models, but they have a number of advantages.

• Combi-steamer. Features a fan and air release system that moves heat through the oven for quick and even baked goods. Combi steamers bake much faster than other types of ovens. The end result is much better in texture and taste. They use less electricity. They cost more than other options but are preferred by many professional bakers.
• Induction heating. Like a combi steamer, induction hobs heat up faster and save time on cooking. They use an electromagnetic charge to cook food without even heating the surface of the oven, so families who are worried about the safety of their children may want to consider this option.

The most popular models have a lot in common. All variants of the popular Bosch ovens have common functions:

• all ovens are electric and independent;
• standard dimensions 59.5 x 59.4 x 54.8 centimeters;
• A class of energy consumption;
• all models are equipped with a display;
• convector;
• with grill function;
• equipped with a child safety system.

But there are also differences. The following is an overview of the best models.

Some of the elements contain stainless steel, which has a positive effect on the design. The control panel is protected by a lock. The digital display type creates a comfortable process control. Heat treatment has 7 modes, which gives a wide range of cooking options. And a number of other advantages:

• the oven is equipped with halogen lighting;
• 3D Hotair system provides optimal 3-level heat treatment;
• EcoClean Direct function is used to clean the inner walls;
• telescopic 2-level guides.

Beautiful design. Modern functionality. Recessed switch buttons.

Convenient control of the device through the LED display. Uniform processing of the pledged products is ensured by the 3D Hotair system. The oven's special coating makes cleaning quick and easy.

Even distribution of heat treatment thanks to the 3D Hotair function in three levels at once. Convenient LED display with timer. Auto cleaning using EcoClean Direct method. Rotary switches.

The lightness and simplicity of mechanical control is especially convenient for the adult generation. The oven heats up quickly. The dense glazed door creates minimal heat loss. There is a function of even three-sided cooking. Self-cleaning system due to a special coating of the inner surface.

The oven with a large capacity (66 l) allows you to cook for a large number of guests. Heating can be selected from 8 modes that suit almost any kind of dish. The grill will give out a wonderful golden brown crust. Dirt can be easily cleaned thanks to the special back wall coating.

Simple oven control. Nice style.Bakes the dish evenly. Thanks to the delay timer, the oven starts automatically. The surface is easy to clean.

Minus - there is no door closer.

Stylish design that fits perfectly into a kitchen set. The guides on two levels create a pleasant comfort. Promotes fast food preparation. Distributes heat optimally across three levels. Easy to clean with EcoClean Direct.

By purchasing a stove, you can get both devices together. And this has its advantages. Stoves are less expensive than buying a separate oven and hotplates. But there are advantages to combining an oven and a hob.

The most important factors to consider when choosing an oven.

If you choose high-end models, you will have to pay more. But this is justified by such quality characteristics as:

• durability;
• additional functions;
• big sizes;
• attractive design.

Some ovens are more suitable for families with small children.

Most electric heaters cool slowly, so the protection will glow red as a warning until the oven cools down.

Gas models can be dangerous to unwary people as there is an open flame in the hob. A gas leak can be extremely toxic and flammable.

In addition to choosing a specific type of device, it is also necessary to determine the purpose of the oven, as well as the frequency of its use. Based on this, you can select the most important operating parameters that affect the capabilities of the equipment.

Manufacturers use a variety of methods to improve safety and protect against accidental burns:

• it can be a cold front (the oven body should not exceed 50 ° C);
• blocking from accidental switching on (you must enter a key combination to start the oven);
• a cooling system for the case, which protects against damage to furniture as a result of high temperatures;
• a circuit breaker that turns off the device if it runs for too long.

In addition to standard universal ovens, there are devices on the market with complementary solutions. An oven with a microwave is a great example of this. In the same category there will be models with hot air circulation and the so-called Dual Cook ovens, equipped with two separate zones in which different dishes can be cooked at the same time.

Many ovens have features that make them easier to use. This is digital control (electric models).

The usefulness of ovens often depends on automatic programs. Thanks to them, we can easily adjust the operating parameters of the device for specific types of ready meals.

Removing cookware, especially on older models, is quite troublesome. Extension of the wire rack or sheet will require you to support it with your other hand, which can be dangerous for very hot food. Therefore, more and more often, conventional guides are being replaced by telescopic guides, which allow the sheet to slide in a manner similar to an open drawer.

Another solution to the problem is special carts. Once removed, the trolley handles and contents are pulled out for quick and safe access to food. The built guides are very similar to staircase solutions - instead of stairs, there are special structures on the walls of the furnace, on which plates and gratings are installed. They also require appropriate precautions when removing food.

Add-ons that make it easier to use and clean up cost extra money. For example, the functions of a self-cleaning oven with pyrolytic cleaning.

Nowadays, new devices in most cases have special self-cleaning functions. This process can be implemented in various ways. One of the most popular systems is the so-called pyrolysis cleaning (pyrolysis) - it consists in heating the furnace to about 500 ° C and burning all impurities. After cleaning, only ash is removed.

Catalytic cleaning is another solution used by manufacturers. It works similarly to pyrolytic cleaning, however, in this case, special catalytic inserts are used, which are heated to 350 ° C. The disadvantages are the need to replace cartridges and less thorough cleaning.

Manufacturers also use other methods such as steam cleaning, hydrolysis, EcoClean technology or Aqualytic system. In addition, there are models covered with special materials that are easy to clean.

Most consumers will be a fairly standard 76cm oven.

Those who live in smaller apartments and have a small kitchen may prefer a smaller cabinet that fits easily in the kitchen and doesn't take up too much space. Those who cook frequently prefer the larger type of this technique. The main thing is that there is enough space for its installation.

Standard ovens vary in widths of about 60 cm, but compact and enlarged models can be found on the market. The first ones are either lower (for example, 45 cm in height) or narrower. They work great in small kitchens where functionality and space saving are most important.

When it comes to oversized ovens, they are mainly suitable for large and spacious kitchens. Such models allow you to cook several dishes at the same time, and their width can reach 90 cm.

The performance and usability of the devices in question is largely determined by all functions in general. Thanks to them, you can, for example, prepare selected dishes or speed up the cooking process.

• Thermoplan - the tip of the device is inside the food to control its temperature. After reaching the selected values, the oven switches off automatically.
• Defrosting - the function is provided by using a fan, due to which the food thaws longer at lower temperatures (the process is softer).
• Rapid heating - the function allows you to heat the oven to a certain temperature for a short time.
• Grill Is one way to heat up the oven. There are two types available on the market: a small grill for small meals (such as sausages or casseroles) and a large grill recommended for large portions of meat.
• Microwave function - allows you to use the oven as a microwave, for example, to quickly heat up food.
• Top and bottom heating - allows you to cook most of the dishes.
• ProRoasting Is a mode that adapts the operation of the device for the slow type of cooking meat.
• Automatic baking programs - the oven itself chooses the temperature, baking time and activates the heaters in accordance with the recipe.
• Convection - the distribution of hot air throughout the chamber, which allows you to evenly cook food at different levels.
• Baking trays and wire rack - standard equipment should consist of at least one sheet and one lattice. But it also happens that manufacturers add heat-resistant dishes or additional plates to the set.
• Connection power. On the market, you can usually find devices with a connection power of 2 to 5 kW.
• Door opening method. There are two types available in stores - the door opens down (this is the most popular and at the same time the cheapest mechanism). And the door opens to the side - to the left or to the right.

To make it convenient for you to use any of the models of Bosch ovens, we will give an explanation of the standard marking. Knowing the code of the digital and letter designation of the models, you can determine the technical characteristics of the devices. Take the Bosch HBF534EB0R oven as an example.

Let's analyze the decryption in more detail:

• H is the full size of the kitchen cabinet;
• C - compact;
• F - closing doors;
• "5" - the model was made after 2014.

Display of operating modes:

• B - standard (grill + temperature mode + convection);
• S - combination with a double boiler;
• R - there is a steam treatment function;
• M - ultra-high frequencies (UHF);
• N - steamer + microwave.

Frying chamber cleaning information:

• "3" - catalytic self-cleaning of the rear wall;
• "5" - catalytic coating of the rear and side walls;
• "7" - self-cleaning by pyrolysis.

Shows the type of control and the number of programs:

• "3" - touch display + 10 programs;
• "4" - a gentle cooking method and heating of dishes have been added to the above programs;
• "5" - supplemented with a dozen more programs and the Auto Pilot function;
• "6" - 3 displays and the Assist program, which automatically determines how the specified dish is prepared.

Additional functions:

• B - standard equipment;
• T - telescopic guides on 3 levels;
• N - telescopic guides on the 1st level;
• E - PerfectBake sensor;
• R - combination of N + E;
• L - telescopic guides on 2 levels + "temperature probe" analyzer + Perfect Bake;
• X - N with pyrolytic self-cleaning;
• H - two-level guides with telescopeStop mode;
• D - "temperature probe" with 3 measurement contacts.

Colour:

• S - stainless steel material;
• B - black;
• W - white.

In our example, we get the information: a full-size cabinet, standard type, including grill, temperature and convection functions. Model manufactured after 2014. Catalytic self-cleaning of the rear wall. Controlled by a touch screen. Includes 10 programs with a gentle cooking method and heating the food. Black color.

Each device comes with an instruction manual, which usually includes the main blocks:

• safety precautions (already noted above);
• connecting the device;
• preparation and inclusion;
• additional functions;
• maintenance of equipment.

It is best to entrust the connection of the stove to specialists, especially if it is a gas stove. On electric models, the oven housing must be grounded. There must be no flammable objects inside the oven.

The operation of the ovens will differ depending on the model. But in general, after reading the corresponding instructions, it is quite easy to turn on and use Bosch devices.

For how to use your Bosch oven, see the following video.