The AEG BEX335011B is a 72 litre built-in electric single oven in black from AEG's 3000 series, rated A for energy. It is a straightforward fan oven run from two knobs, and its Aqua Clean setting uses a little water and gentle heat to lift grime. It suits anyone who wants dependable everyday cooking without a long menu to learn.

Cooking

AEG gives it eight cooking functions. True fan cooking bakes on up to three shelf positions at once, and AEG suggests setting it 20 - 40 °C lower than conventional cooking, which bakes and roasts on one shelf. Bottom heat crisps cake bases, the pizza function browns strongly from below, and moist fan baking is the energy-saving setting. There are three grills: grill for thin food and toast, fast grilling for larger batches, and turbo grilling for joints and poultry on the bone. The temperature runs from 50°C - 275°C, and there are 5 shelf positions on easy-entry side grids.

Controls and everyday use

Press the knobs and they pop out; turn them to choose the function and temperature. A small display shows the time of day and runs a cooking duration timer and a minute minder.

• Aqua Clean: pour 300 ml of water into the hollow in the oven floor, run at 90 °C for 30 min, then dry the cavity once cold
• Enamel cavity with removable shelf supports
• Cooling fan and a safety thermostat
• Noise quoted at 53 dB
• In the box: a chromed trivet, a grey enamel dripping pan and 2 chromed wire shelves

Size and installation

The BEX335011B measures 594 x 594 x 569 mm (H x W x D) and fits a niche 590 mm high, 560 mm wide and 550 mm deep. It is hardwired only, with a total loading of 2790 W at 220-240 V, so an electrician should connect it. Energy use per cycle is 0.93 kWh on conventional and 0.81 kWh on fan. It weighs 28.9 kg.