C561E / R561E Installation & User Instructions You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
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Contents Introduction Installation Safety Information Features Control Panel Oven Timer Operation Temperature Conversion Chart Ceramic Hob Choosing Your Utensils Grill Pan and Handle Solar Plus Grill Guide to Grilling Top Oven Cookery Notes Main Oven (Pre-Heat) Using the Main Oven as a Fan Oven Using the Main Oven as a Convection Oven Oven Temperature charts Using the Main Oven for Other Functions Care and Cleaning Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? Something Wrong With Your Cooker? Key Contacts 4 5 6 8 9 1
Introduction Your new appliance is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet. To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully. The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation.
Installation WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Mains Connection Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your supply voltage, this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the front of the plinth.
Safety Information When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed. PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. Always ● Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time. ● Understand the controls prior to using the appliance. ● Keep children away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after use.
Safety Information Never ● Never stare at Halogen heating units ● Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use. ● Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance. ● Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach. ● Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use. ● Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.
Features Cooking area 1500W Dual Circuit Solarglo Cooking area 1200W Solarglo Cooking area 1200W Solarglo Cooking area 1800W Solarglo Control panel Hob Hot neon Solarplus Grill (Highspeed) Grill pan with fixed/detachable handle Timer Grill pan food support & Anti-Splash Tray Easy Glide™ Shelf Top oven rod shelf Credaclean side liners Inner Glass Panel Main oven rod shelves Removable side liners Rating plate Fan blade Meat Pan Inner glass panel Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main
Control Panel Top oven Rear left Front twin circuit left Main Main Oven oven Selector Top oven pilot light Hob Hot neon Grill Twin circuit Front right Rear right Timer Main oven pilot light Operating controls when the grill is in use In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due to the hot air expelled from the grill compartment. Note: After use it is advisable to check that all cooker controls have been switched Off.
Oven Timer Operation The oven timer offers you the following features: 1. 2. 3. Time of Day Automatic Cooking Minute Minder Automatic Cooking The Main Oven (only) can be controlled by the automatic timer. Never operate the grill or top oven when the main oven is set to cook automatically because the main oven cavity can become warm and this may cause bacterial growth in food. Hints on Automatic Cooking 1.
Know your Timer CLOCKFACE The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock. Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using you cooker. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00 HOURS AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE. However, should you operate the timer during these hours the display will return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again. SYMBOLS will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will remain lit for the period set.
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation SETTING THE TIME OF DAY Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off. Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on. Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and Auto symbol will be flashing intermittently. Step 4 Press & hold in both the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” button together. Step 5 With the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” buttons still held in, press either the “+” or “–” buttons to set the correct time of day.
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:– (a) To set the timer to switch the oven(s) On and Off Automatically (b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period. a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven switches off Automatically.
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing the Cook Period button. Note 2 When cooking automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time button. b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK PERIOD Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED. Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position. Step 2 Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button. Step 3 With the “Cook Period” button still held in, return the display to 0.00 by pressing the “–” button. Step 4 Release the “Cook Period” and “–” buttons and the display will revert to the time of day and the “Auto” symbol will flash.
Temperature Conversion Chart Gas Mark ˚F Main Conventional Oven Top Convection Oven Main Fan Oven /2 250 120 110 100 1 275 140 130 120 2 300 150 140 130 3 325 160 150 140 4 350 180 170 160 5 375 190 180 170 6 400 200 190 180 7 425 220 210 200 8 450 – 220 210 9 475 – – 220 1 16
Ceramic Hob General Information CAUTION: IF ANY CRACK IN THE SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, ISOLATE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. DO NOT USE THE COOKER. Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface.
Ceramic Hob General Information PANS SHOULD BE: Not concave (bowed in) Not convex (bowed out) Not rimmed Not deeply ridged But essentially Flat Always ✓ ● Use good quality flatbased cookware on all electric heat sources. ● Always ensure pans have clean, dry bases before use. ● Ensure pans match size of heating area. ● Remember good quality pans retain heat well, so generally only a low or medium heat is necessary. ● Ensure pan handles are positioned safely and away from heat sources.
Ceramic Hob General Information Do Not Do not cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking utensil, as this will result in damage to the surface of the hob. Do not use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to the smooth surface of the hob. Do not drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will cause scratches in the surface of the hob. Do not allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob surround.
Ceramic Hob General Information IMPORTANT – As with any cooking appliance there could be some fire risk attached to the heating of oil, particularly for deep fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be left unattended (e.g. to answer the telephone) on or in close proximity to the cooking areas. In the unfortunate event of a chip pan fire: 1. Switch Off the electricity supply. 2. Smother flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth. 3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING IT.
Choosing Your Utensils Choosing your utensils Remember Do Use Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of utensils. To obtain a satisfactory performance from a ceramic hob and to avoid unnecessary damage, we recommend the use of good quality utensils with smooth flat bases. 1. Purchasing a new pan will not necessarily mean it will have a flat base, always check before buying. See diagram below. 2.
Choosing Your Utensils Do Not 22 Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not use utensils with rough bases. use lightweight utensils with thin, distorted or uneven bases. use lightweight enamelled steel utensils. use cast iron utensils. use utensils with recessed, scrolled or ridged bases. use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than 1mm as this will reduce the performance of the hob. Do not use a utensil with a convex base. Do not use glass ceramic utensils.
Grill Pan and Handle Grill pan handle The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and storage. The handle can be either detachable from or fixed to the pan. For a fixed handle remove the screw and washers from the grill pan bracket, tilt the handle over the recess adjacent to the bracket (A), slide it towards the centre of the pan (B) and let the handle locate over the bracket (C). Replace screw and washers and ensure that they are fully tightened up.
SolarPlus Grill CAUTION: ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. Your cooker is not fitted with a conventional type of grill. Creda have developed a Solarplus high speed grill which is designed to reduce your grilling times. It is quicker because it takes less time to warm up from cold. Conventional grills require 5 minutes preheat before food is placed beneath them, but for normal grilling the Solarplus grill can be used directly from cold without any pre-heat.
Guide to Grilling - Solarplus Grill Guide to grilling successfully Food Preheat Easy Glide™ Shelf Position from base of oven Setting Approx. Cooking Time Toasting of Bread Products 1 min. 3 or 2 4 3-5 mins. Grill pan and grid. Small cuts of meat – Sausages, Bacon None 3 or 2 10-15 mins. Grill pan and grid. None 2 4 for 4 mins. reduce to lower setting 4 for 6-8 mins. reduce to lower setting None 2 3 4 6-8 mins. in base of grill pan. None 3 2 10-15 mins. Grill pan and grid.
Top Oven Cookery Notes The top oven should be used to cook small quantities of food. The oven is designed so that the grill element operates at a reduced heat output, this is combined with a heating element situated underneath the floor of the oven. To ensure even cooking of the food it is important that cooking utensils are positioned correctly on the oven shelf so that the element is directly above.
Main Oven (Pre-Heat) Fan Oven mode Fan ovens provide even distribution of heat, allowing food to be cooked anywhere in the oven at the same temperature, ideal for batch baking. Pre-heating is not necessary in the fan oven mode for most foods because the oven element is situated around the fan blade which in turn circulates the hot air evenly around the oven quickly. Side Heat mode This is an oven mode long favoured for traditional British cooking.
Main Oven (Fan Oven) The oven is fitted with removable liners, two rod shelves and a meat pan. Remove the meat pan if not being used. Easy Glide™ Shelf The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner position as stated in the meat cooking charts.
Main Oven (Fan Oven) Oven positions Since the distribution of heat in the circulaire fan oven is very even, most foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, but the shelves should be evenly spaced. The top oven rod shelf can be used in the main oven when cooking large quantities of food. Additional shelves can be purchased through your oven supplier or Creda Spares. Food or utensils should Never be placed directly an the floor of the oven for cooking.
Main Oven (Convection Oven) - Side Heat The oven is fitted with removable side liners, two rod shelves and a meat pan. Remove the meat pan if not being used. Easy Glide™ Shelf The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner position as stated in the meat cooking charts.
Main Oven (Convection Oven) - Side heat To prepare meat for roasting in your electric oven Wipe the joint, dry well with a clean cloth, kitchen tissue etc. and weigh it. Meat which has been stored in a refrigerator, should be allowed to come to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before cooking, similarly, meat stored in a freezer must be completely thawed beforehand.
Oven Temperature Charts – Meat Top Oven Cooking Meat Pre- Temperature ˚C heat Time (approx.
Oven Temperature Charts – Baking Top Oven Cooking Baking Preheat Temperature ˚C Time in mins.
190/200 190/200 190/200 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Pork Veal Poultry / Game Turkey Casserole / Stews 2 2 approx 25-30 mins per 450g (1 lb) + 20 mins extra Up to 5.5kg (12 lb) allow 22 mins per 450g (1 lb) Over 5.5kg (12 lb) allow 16 mins per 450g (1 lb) 190 180 Casserole Stews over 5.5kg (12lb) No No No Chicken/ Turkey up to 4kg (8lb) Turkey up to 5.
Note: If soft tub margarine is used for cake making, we would recommend using the all in one method and to reduce the temperature by 10˚C. Temperatures recommended in this chart refer to cakes made with block margarines or butter only. Note: When using two shelf positions at the same time on SIDE HEAT (eg. to bake two apple pies or a full oven of bread) the items should be interchanged half way through the cooking period.
Using the Main Oven for other Functions 90 “SLOW” setting (FAN OVEN only) This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. Extra care should be taken when warming bone china, as it may be damaged in a hot oven. DO NOT place food or plates directly on the oven floor as this could damage both the oven lining and the plates which are being warmed. Advantages of “SLOW” cooking are: The oven stays cleaner because there is less splashing.
Care and Cleaning TURN OFF THE MAIN SWITCH AND ENSURE THE COOKER IS COLD BEFORE CLEANING. BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN, ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION. NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH ABRASIVES, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND, UNLESS SPECIFIED BELOW. Cleaning materials to avoid: 1. Plastic or nylon pads 2. Household abrasive powders and scourers. These may scratch the surface. 3. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads.
Care and Cleaning Ceramic hotplates Clean your Creda Ceramic hob top regularly and avoid repeated burning of encrusted contamination. Your choice of cleaner will depend on the degree of soiling involved (see below).
Care and Cleaning Decorative trims It is advisable to clean the decorative trims regularly to prevent any build up of soiling which may detract from the appearance of the cooker.The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe over the trims with a soft cloth wrung out in warm water or mild non-abrasive cleaner. (If in doubt try the cleaner on a small area of trim which is not noticeable in normal use).Then, after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth.
Care and Cleaning Top Oven: Remove the grill pan, Easy Glide TM Shelf, rod shelf and the wire grid food support, it is best to wash these items immediately after use to prevent stains from being burnt on when used again.Wipe out the Grill compartment, use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the Easy Glide™ Shelf, rod shelf and the floor of the compartment. NOTE: Take care when cleaning Easy Glide™ Shelf not to trap fingers between mating parts.
Care and Cleaning Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated with a heat reflective layer. Do not use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical blows. Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool pad. For slight soiling the inner glass panel may be cleaned, while still warm, without removing it from the door.
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? Problem Check Grilling Uneven cooking front to back Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below the grill element. Fat splattering Ensure that the grill pan is not lined with foil. Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a setting. The anti-splash tray will also prevent the fat from splattering. Baking (General) Uneven rising of cakes Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelf and adjusting the wheels/feet.
Something Wrong with your Cooker? Before calling your Service Engineer, please check through the following list: THERE MAY BE NOTHING WRONG. Problem Slight odour or small amount This is normal and should cease after a short period. of smoke when grill / oven used first time Nothing works If you find that the timer display is blank, then it is likely that there is no electricity supply to your oven.
Problem Oven temperatures too high or low Check temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in the Oven Temperature Charts. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended temperature slightly to suit your taste. Oven does not cook evenly Check: (a) Temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in the Oven Temperature Charts. (b) Oven utensils being used allow sufficient air flow around them. Oven lamp does not work The oven lamp is not covered by the guarantee.
Key Contacts Service Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence. Repair Service UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200 You will be asked for the following information:Name, address and postcode.
