Operation Manual

9
Using The Oven
(1) Ensure gas cylinder/supply is connected and turned on. (2) Open door, push in the
control knob and turn to full rate (Gas Mark 9, 240°C). (3) Continue depressing the knob
whilst holding a lighted match to the burner. (4) After the burner is lit continue depressing
the knob for approximately 10 - 15 seconds. (5) Release the knob and turn to required
heat setting. (6) If the burner has not lit within 15 seconds, release knob and wait at least 1
minute before repeating operations (2) to (5). (7) Place the oven shelf in the required
position and close the door. (8) Although the oven heats up quickly, it is recommended
that a 10 minutes preheat be allowed. The oven should reach full temperature in about 15-
20mins. (9) To turn off, rotate the control knob until the line on the knob is aligned with dot
on the control panel. (9) Always make sure the control knob is in the off position when you
have finished.
For models fitted with Spark Ignition the procedure is similar except that the burner can be
ignited by depressing the ignition button located on the fascia. Ignition must be carried out
with the door open.
The oven shelf has been designed to allow good circulation at the rear of the oven. A
raised bar at the rear of the shelf prevents trays or dishes making contact with the back of
the oven. To remove a shelf, pull forward until it stops, raise at front and remove.
Installation of a shelf is the reverse of this procedure.
Temperature Control
The temperature in the oven is controlled by a thermostatic gas tap and is variable over
the range 130°C to 240°C. Approximate temperatures for the settings on the control knob
are shown in the table below. The temperatures indicated refer to the centre of the oven
and at any particular setting the oven will be hotter at the top and cooler towards the base.
The variation between top and centre, and centre to bottom is approximately equivalent to
one gas mark. Good use can be made of the temperature variation in several dishes
requiring different temperatures may be cooked at the same time. In this way maximum
benefit can be obtained from the gas used to heat the oven.
Care should be taken not to overload the oven, allow adequate spacing to ensure free
circulation of heat. When roasting with aluminium foil ensure the foil does not impair
circulation of heat or block anythe oven flue outlet.
OPERATION
Before using your oven for the first time we recommend the following procedure:-
Clean all surfaces with hot soapy water. Light the oven and set control knob to
Gas Mark 5 (200°C). Heat the oven for about 30 minu tes to eliminate any
residual factory lubricants that might impart unpleasant smells to cooked food.
A non-toxic smoke may occur during this procedure, open any windows and turn
on mechanical ventilators to help remove the smoke.
• The pans and trays supplied with this appliance are the maximum sizes
recommended for use. Larger pans and trays may restrict good
circulation of heat, increasing cooking times.
• Always ensure food is properly cooked prior to serving.