Operating Instructions 60cm Gas Cooker Contents GB English, 1 GB Introduction, 2 For Your Safety, 3 Installation Instructions, 4-7 Electrical Connection, 8 Installation, 9 Features, 10 Control Panel, 11 Clock/ Minute Minder Operation, 12 Hotplates, 13 Grill, 14 Main Oven, 15 Main Oven Cooking Charts, 16-17 Slow Cooking, 18 Top Oven, 19 Top Oven Cooking Charts, 20-21 Care and Cleaning, 22-24 Something Wrong with your cooker? 25 Disposal of the appliance, 26 Guarantee Information, 27 ea 08 se to 44 ph a 8
Introduction GB To the Installer: Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this book. The information can be found on the rating plate. To the User: You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference. ! Before operating your new appliance please read this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information concerning the safe operation, installation and maintenance of the appliance.
For your Safety Please read the precautions below before using your cooker. NEVER ALWAYS . . . ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls before using the cooker. check that all controls on the cooker are turned off after use. stand back when opening an oven door to allow heat to disperse. use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the ovens.
GB ! VERY HOT SURFACES FOOD OR GREASE ON THESE SURFACES COULD CAUSE SMOKE AND POSSIBLY EVEN BURN DURING INSTALLATION THE FEET OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE LOWERED SO THAT AN AIR GAP OF AT LEAST 10MM (1CM) IS LEFT BETWEEN THE BASE OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE FLOOR. 10 mm YOU MUST KEEP THE OVEN AND GRILL CAVITIES CLEAN ! ATTENTION ! ATTENTION WHEN USING THE MAIN OVEN YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE BASE OF THE CAVITY IS NOT COVERED WITH ALUMINUM FOIL, UTENSIL OR ANY OTHER FORM OF COVERING.
- Installation Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustment conditions are compatible. The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the data badge which is fitted on the back panel. This appliance is not designed to be connected to a combustion products evacuation device. It must be installed and connected in accordance with current installation regulations.
Installation SPACE FOR FIXING The cooker can be close fitted below hotplate level. This requires a minimum distance of 600mm between cupboard units of hotplate height. When installing next to a tall cupboard, partition or wall, for a minimum distance of 400mm above hotplate level, allow a side clearance of at least 65mm. The diagram below illustrates the minimum clearance between the cooker and adjacent walls, cupboards etc.
Installation LEVELLING Four skid feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to level the cooker. STABILITY CHAIN A hole in the gas inlet valve bracket can be used to engage a stability chain. 300 670 CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Connection to the cooker should be made with an approved appliance flexible connection to BS 669. A length of 0.9 to 1.25m is recommended. The length of hose chosen should be such that when the cooker is in situ, the hose does not touch the floor.
Electrical Connection GB WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. CONNECT TO A 230-240V A.C. SUPPLY ONLY. Connection to the electricity supply should be made via a properly earthed, readily accessible wall socket which is adjacent to but not directly above, and not more than 1.25m away from the appliance and capable of electrical isolation. The mains lead should be routed such that it cannot touch hot parts of the cooker i.e. the back panel above a height of 650mm from the floor.
Installation INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONAL CHECKS After installation, check for gas soundness. The supply pressure can be checked at the front left hotplate burner injector. Fit the hotplate burner bodies and caps, pan supports and shelf shield(s). Referring to the instructions for use where necessary, 1. Check that the hotplate burners ignite and crosslight to all ports. Check for a steady flame on the low setting. 2.
Features GB Glass cover (in certain models only) Timer Control panel Conventional Grill Model number & Serial number label Grill pan and food support Grill pan handle fixed/detachable 'Stay Clean' liners * Top oven rod shelf Top Oven door Inner door glass Main Oven door Oven light Door Switch 'Stay Clean' liners * Main oven rod shelf Inner door glass *Only on certain models PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 10
Control Panel GB & LEFT REAR PLATE LEFT FRONT PLATE RIGHT FRONT PLATE RIGHT REAR PLATE MAIN OVEN ELECTRONIC TOP OVEN/ GRILL TIMER LIGHTING DEVICE* Control Knobs for the gas burners The position of the gas burner controlled by each one of the knobs is shown by a solid ring •. To light one of the burners press down and turn the corresponding knob counter clockwise to the maximum E setting. Each burner can be operated at its maximum, minimum or intermediate power.
Clock/Minute Minder Operation Programming cooking* GB ! A cooking mode must be selected before programming can take place. DISPLAY END OF COOKING icon DURATION icon •• •• DECREASE TIME button CLOCK icon TIMER icon INCREASE TIME button SET TIME button When the timer control has been set for one oven, it is possible to use the other oven only during the same automatic cooking programme.
Hotplate The hotplate lid is fitted with a safety device which cuts off the gas supply to the hotplate burners unless the lid is fully open. Do not use the safety device as a means of controlling the hotplate burners. The hotplate has two high speed burners and two simmering burners which will accommodate pans between 100mm (4”) and 240mm (91/2”) diameter. All pans should be positioned centrally over the burners. TO USE THE HOTPLATE 1.
Grill GB CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. The grill is fitted with a safety device that will cut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame is extinguished for any reason. Each time the grill is used, the safety device has to be activated by pushing and holding in the control knob for 3 seconds after the gas has lit. A gentle flow of air will be blown from underneath the control panel when the grill or top oven is in use.
Main Oven WARNING – DO NOT USE THE MAIN OVEN WITHOUT AN ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE COOKER The main oven is fitted with a safety device that will cut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame has been extinguished for any reason. Each time the main oven is used, the safety device has to be activated by pushing and holding in the control knob for 3 seconds after the gas has lit.
Main Oven Cooking Chart GB The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed. Food Gas Mark Allow 15 minutes preheat for best results. Always turn the thermostat knob to Mark 9 first, before turning back to the required Gas Mark. Shelf position 1 is the highest. Shelf Approx.
Main Oven Cooking Chart GB Gas Mark Food Shelf Approx. Cooking Time and Comments Positions CAKES, PASTRIES AND BISCUITS Small cakes - 2 trays 5 1&3 - 1 tray 5 2 or 3 only Victoria sandwich 2x8" (205mm) 4 1&3 Fatless sponge 2x7" (180mm) - 3 egg mix 5 2 20 - 25 mins. 2 tins side by side Christmas cake 2 3 or 4 4 - 6½ hrs depending on recipe Madeira cake 7" 4 3 1¼ - 1½ hrs. Rich Fruit cake 9" (230mm) 2 3 3 - 3½ hrs.
The Slow Cook Setting GB The ‚Slow Cook’ setting on the main oven thermostat is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. USING THE ‚SLOW COOK’ SETTING FOR SLOW COOKING 1. All dishes cooked by the ‚Slow Cook’ setting should be cooked for a minimum 6 hours. They will ‚hold’ at this setting for a further hour but marked deterioration in appearance will be noticed in some cases. 2. Joints of meat and poultry should be cooked at Mk.
Top Oven The top oven can be used to cook small quantities of food or used in conjunction with the main oven to provide additional cooking space. The top oven is fitted with a safety device that will cut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame is extinguished for any reason. Each time the top oven is used, the safety device has to be activated by pushing and holding in the control knob for 3 seconds after the gas has lit.
Top Oven Cooking Chart GB The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed. Food Gas Mark Allow 15 minutes preheat for best results. Always turn the thermostat knob to Mark 8 first, before turning back to the required Gas Mark. Shelf Approx.
Top Oven Cooking Chart GB Food Gas Mark Shelf Approx. Cooking Time and Comments Positions CAKES, PASTRIES AND BISCUITS Small Cakes (16 per tray) 5 2 20 - 25 mins Victoria sandwich (2x180mm / 7 ") 4 2 25 - 30 mins. Swiss Roll (3 egg quantity) 6 2 10 - 12 mins. Christmas cake (1 x 205mm / 8") 2 2 or 3 Madeira cake (1 x 180mm / 7") 4 2 Rich Fruit cake (1 x 180mm / 7") 2 2 or 3 2¼ - 2½ hrs. Gingerbread 3 2 1½ - 1¾ hrs. Scones - 16 per tray 7 2 12 - 15 mins.
Care and Cleaning GB Grill Remove the grill pan 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 grill runners and the floor of the compartment. Wipe over the control panel with a damp cloth and polish with a dry cloth.
Care and Cleaning Doors (models with double door glass panel) Warning: Oven must not be operated with inner door glass removed. Wipe over the outer door glass panels with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water, then after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Ensure that glass doors are not subjected to any sharp mechanical blows.
Care and Cleaning GB BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS Before cleaning the burners ensure the appliance is switch off and isolated from the electriacl supply and the appliance is cold. MAIN OVEN WARNING! 1. Brush the burner in the directions indicated below. 2. DO NOT re-ignite the burner with the detergent residue. When the main oven is used regularly, its burner is susceptible to being covered with grease and dirt.
Something Wrong with your Cooker Before contacting your Service Centre or Installer, check the problem guide below, there may be nothing wrong with your cooker. PROBLEM CHECK Burner will not light: If all burners fail to ignite: Check that sparks appear at the burners; a clicking noise should be heard. If not; Check that the electricity supply is turned on. If the electricity supply has failed, you can only use the hotplate burners, which can be lit by a match.
GB Disposal of your product To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely. Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply. To help the environment, Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of your product.
Product Guarantee and Repair Information Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase.
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