AGA EC3-LM User manual

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AGA ELECTRIC COOKER (EC3-LM)
(3 OVEN)
OWNERS MANUAL
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
AUSTRALIA
Comprising
Installation & Users
Instructions

INSTALLATION 3
USERS GUIDE 14
Remember, when replacing a part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be
assured conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. Do not use
reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by AGA.
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION SECTION
The complete cooker is floor-mounted and the space in which the appliance is to be fitted must have the following minimum
dimensions:-
A minimum clearance of 60mm is required above the raised insulating cover handle.
Side Clearance: A 3mm air gap is required each side between the cooker top plate and adjoining work surfaces that may
be fitted, this is to allow for the safe removal of the top plate should this be required at a later date.
Where cookers are fitted against side walls which protrude beyond the front of the AGA a 116mm clearance is required at
both sides for oven door access.
If the AGA is to be installed in a brick recess, then the minimum clearance should be increased by at least 10mm on either
side to allow for the walls not being square and also for the natural dimensional variations found in the castings.
In addition, a minimum clearance of 1000mm must be available at the front of the cooker to enable the cooker to be
serviced.
Cooker Base or Hearth
It is essential that the base or hearth on which the cooker stands should be level and be capable of supporting the total
weight of the cooker.
MODEL EC3: 477 Kg
The top of the hearth must be of non-combustible material thickness of 12mm.
The wall behind the cooker must be of non-combustible material for a minimum thickness of 25mm.
If the oven vent pipe passes through combustible material, there must be an airgap of at least 25mm around the pipe
preferably wrapped with insulation material.
The appliance oven venting pipe can be achieved up to a maximum length of 6 metres, through an outside wall or unused
flue etc. Great care must be taken in all-timber houses.
Tiling
When the cooker is to stand in a recess, or against a wall which is to be tiled, in no circumstances should the tiles overlap
the cooker top plate.
Consumer Protection
As responsible manufacturers we take care to make sure that our products are designed and constructed to meet the
required safety standards when properly installed and used.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE ACCOMPANYING WARRANTY
Any alteration that is not approved by AGA could invalidate the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and
could alao affect your statutory rights.
In the interests of safety and effective use, please read the following before using your new AGA appliance.
Important
This appliance may contain some of the materials that are indicated. It is the Users/Installers responsibility to ensure that
the necessary personal protective clothing is worn when handling, where applicable, the pertinent parts that contain any
of the listed materials that could be interpreted as being injurious to health and safety, see below for information.
Fire Cement - when handling use disposable gloves.
Glues and Sealants - exercise caution - if these are still in liquid form use face mask and disposable gloves.
Glass Yarn, Mineral Wool, Insulation Pads - may be harmful if inhaled, may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose and throat.
When handling avoid inhaling with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves, face-masks and eye protection. After handling
wash hands and other exposed parts. When disposing of the product, reduce dust with water spray, ensure that parts are
securely wrapped.

Since this appliance can be used continuously, please take note of these IMPORTANT instructions:
Combustible Walls
Houses constructed of combustible materials (such as all-timber or stud wall partitions and batoned plasterboarded
walls) require special wall heat protection features.
Non-combustible walls behind a cooker must be of at least 25mm thick insulation board (Monolux or equivalent), up to
hotplate level.
In addition, oven vent piping must be insulated with the high temperature film glass sleeving, supplied, and a 25mm gap.
SPECIAL NOTE: Ensure electric cabling or plastic services do not pass within or on the outside of the wall, behind or
directly above the cooker. This type of material can age prematurely when exposed to continuous higher ambient
temperature.
Installation Requirements
Installation must be to Local and National Wiring Regulations/Codes in force, and carried out by a Qualified Engineer.
Product Approved for Australia to AS/NZ 560335.2.6 : 2002 Electrical Safety Queensland Q 050049.
NOTE: The main AGA cooker is delivered ex-works unassembled. Assembly is undertaken on site by an authorised AGA
Distributor.
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TECHNICAL DATA - AGA EC3-LM (3 Oven)
Fig. 1 DESN 514194
ABCDFGHKLMNRT
mm 987
889 851 679
1330
756
1125 3
698 484 816 116 52
* THIS HOLE IF REQUIRED FOR OVEN VENT PIPE IS TO BE CUT ON SITE IN THE LEFT OR RIGHT HAND SIDE
PANEL.
PLEASE NOTE: SIDE CLEARANCE DIMENSION R IS ALSO REQUIRED ON THE LH SIDE FOR THE BAKING OVEN
DOOR.
COOKER DIMENSIONS
When surveying for a cooker installation the actual clearance required for the ‘body’ of the appliance should be increased
overall by 10mm beyond the figures quoted. This allows safe margin to take into account the natural dimensional variations
found in major castings. In particular the width across the appliance recess could be critical.
V
790
W
873
XYZ
55 699 662
FOR WALLS EXTENDING BEYOND THE FRONT OF THE COOKER

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR THE VOLTAGE STATED ON THE RATING PLATE, WHICH IS SITUATED
BEHIND THE LOWER CONTROL PANEL DOOR.
A 13 amp 230v ~ 50 Hz fused electrical supply is required adjacent to the appliance. External wiring to the unit must be
installed using a 3 core heat resistant 180ºC Rated sheathed cable and in accordance with the current wiring regulations
and any local regulations which apply.
The method of connection to the mains electricity supply must facilitate complete electrical isolation of the appliance,
preferably by a fused double pole switch, having a contact separation of at least 3mm in both poles. We strongly
recommend connection via a fused double pole switch for integrity of the connection.
NOTE: Switched spur outlet should only serve the appliance.
The isolator should not be positioned immediately above the cooker, but must be fitted within 2 metres of the appliance.
ELECTRICAL
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BAKING OVEN BAFFLE PLATE
A metal plate which is provided in the AGA pack MUST be positioned on the top runners of the Baking Oven. Slide the
plate in fully, until it makes contact with the back of the oven.
This baffle is a permanent part of the Baking Oven, to regulate the oven temperature.
Final Electrical Test using (CLARE) and Flash Test
Flash Test Procedure
(Earth Appliance Test Simulation)
1. Select 1250v Flash Test on Clare Test equipment.
2. Plug the 13 amp supply plug into the test equipment.
3. Depress the red ‘Test Button’ for 3 seconds.
4. A ‘Pass’ light will illuminate.
5. If the appliance fails the test, re-check all circuits and correct the fault and re-test the appliance.
6. Disconnect from the test equipment and connect cooker to its permanent supply.
7. A full load test will be performed using a clamp meter connected to the incoming supply.
NOTE: The test results 10.5/11 amps normal operation.
8. Make notes of results and disconnect all leads.
ELECTRICAL TEST PROCEDURE

Fig. 2
TO TEST THE AIMS CONTROL HANDSET
Press the fan button on the handset, the vent fan symbol should show on the handset screen.
The oven vent fan should operate and the fan oven neon on the control panel should illuminate.
Press the fan button again and the fan should go off.
Fig. 3
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MAINS CABLE AND GUIDE TUBE ASSEMBLY
Fig. 4 DESN 514243 A/ DESN 514626
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OVEN VENT PIPE CONNECTION OPTIONS
Fig. 4 DESN 514205 A
ELEMENTS AND ELECTRICAL HOUSING PARTS ASSEMBLY
Fig. 3 DESN 514245

OVEN THERMOCOUPLE
Fig. 7 DESN 515277 A
NOTE: On AIMS controlled cookers the thermostat phial (probe) has
been replaced by an oven thermocouple sensor, which is fitted to the
PCB on the controls chassis. (See Fig. 2).
1. Feed the thermocouple sensor through the guide tube into the
Roasting oven.
2. Fit the thermocouple sensor to the support plate so that the
sensing tip is as shown in (See Fig. 7). DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
the clamp as this may damage the sensor. Screw support plate to
top of roast oven.
3. When assembling the controls chassis to the burner housing:-
Ensure that the thermocouple sensor goes through the notch in
the top rear of the panel, and that the sealed pot is below the
notch (i.e. sealed pot must not be trapped between mounting
chassis and mesh shield).
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Fig. 8 DESN 515284

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OVEN VENTING SYSTEMS
See Figs. 9, 10 & 11
Pre-site visiting will have determined where and how the layout of the oven vent pipework should be designed and
installed. It is then necessary to check that the pipework design and the pipework resistance are within the parameters
possible.
The appliance oven venting pipe can be achieved, up to a maximum length of 6 metres, through an outside wall or unused
flue etc. Great care must be taken in all-timber houses.
If the oven vent pipe passes through combustible material, there must be an airgap of at least 25mm around the pipe and
preferably wrapped with insulation material.
Setting the Vent Fan (Motor Speed)
Setting of the motor speed is carried out by adjusting the Voltage Regulator (VRI) on the controller PCB in conjunction with
a voltmeter. (See Fig. 9).
The max supply to the motor, as calculated, should be limited to 20v (DC), for ideal operating condition.
Calculating the voltage for the particular pipework layout is as follows:
1. Keep the pipe run as simple as possible - avoid bends.
2. “Vertical risers” are not permitted.
3. Pipe run should be horizontal - slight downwards slope towards fan.
Minimum 12 volts for first metre of vent pipe run inclusive of 1 bend.
Each extra metre add 1 volt.
Each extra bend add 2 volts.
Maximum allowed 20 volts.
Alternative Oven Venting Systems
Venting may be achieved directly into the flue providing a stabiliser is fitted. See Fig. 10.
NOTE: IN THE OVEN VENTING INSTALLATION, WHETHER FAN ASSISTED OR NATURAL FLUE, PROVISION MUST
BE MADE FOR EASY ‘RIFLING’ OF THE PIPE WORK TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

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Fig. 9 Fig. 10
Fig. 11
DESN 515608 DESN 513938
DESN 516111

Handset can be wall mounted as described below.
- Remove backplate from the rear of the Handset by sliding down with hand and away from the Handset (Fig. 12).
- Select the site for the handset and use the backplate to mark the position of fixing holes.
- Drill 6mm dia. holes with masonry drill for the rawplugs.
- Use rawplugs and screws supplied to fix the backplate to the wall (Fig. 13).
- Stick the round self adhesive label supplied to the inside of the backplate to cover the fixing screw heads.
- Fit the Handset on to the backplate by locating the tag on to the slot in backplate as shown (Fig. 14).
AIMS HANDSET
Fig. 12
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
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THE AGA COOKER
This appliance is a heat storage cooker with a 13 amp element which will keep the temperature of the cooker constant
when not in use and return it to constant temperature after use or in accordance with pre-set AIMS programme.
The AGA EC3 cooker has three ovens, namely the Roasting Oven, Baking Oven and Simmering Oven. ‘Grilling’ and ‘frying’
can be done in the top and floor positions in the Roasting Oven.
The AGA is supplied with the following accessories:
1 Large roasting tin with grill rack 1 Half-size roasting tin with grill rack
3 Oven grid shelves 1 Plain shelf
1 Toaster 1 AGA book
1 Wire brush
A full description of cooking with the AGA is given in the AGA book.
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING : Accessible parts will become hot when
in use. To avoid burns and scalds children should
be kept away.
Fig. 15 DESN 513946
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The heat indicator is located on the AIMS handset ‘INFORMATION’ screen. When the indicator is within the black band,
the cooker is at correct working temperature. The purpose of the heat indicator is to show whether the cooker contains the
full amount of stored heat when the cooker is in normal operational mode.
During cooking the indicator will drop back below the band. This is normal and the heat will be automatically restored, this
could take up to 2 hours depending on the amount of use.
Also during AIMS ‘LOW’ and ‘SLUMBER’ setting the indicator will drop back outside of the black band.
NOTE: After several hours the heat indicator should be within the black band on the AIMS handset ‘INFORMATION’
screen. It may be necessary to adjust the temperaturecontrol knob to achieve this, allow the cooker to stabilise for at least
4 hours before attempting any further adjustment.
THE HEAT INDICATOR
Fig. 16 DESN 515934
BLACK BAND - CORRECT
AMOUNT OF STORED HEAT
HEAT INDICATOR
OPERATING YOUR AGA
The following points are intended to help during the change-over from a previous cooker to the AGA. The AGA book and
the AGA new guide DVD provides a very useful introduction to the cooker.
After the AGA has been installed
When first switched on, the AGA will emit an odour for a short while. This is simply due to protective oil burning off the
hotplates. Wipe the inside of the lids whilst the AGA is heating up to avoid a film of this oil being deposited on the inside
of the lids. Also, condensation may occur on the top and front plate whilst the AGA is heating up. This should be wiped
away as soon as possible.
For most effective operation of the cooker the following points should be carefully observed:
1. Close the insulating covers whenever the hotplates are not in use.
2. Clean the hotplates regularly with the wire brush.
3. Utensils with ground flat bases must be used to make perfect contact with the hotplates.
4. Have the cooker serviced at regular intervals by your AGA Specialist.
5. Take care when closing the oven doors, to lift them on to the catch.
6. Cook as much as possible in the ovens, so that heat is conserved and cooking smells and condensation are reduced.
The Roasting Oven can also be used for ‘grilling’ at the top and shallow ‘frying’ on the oven floor. Keep the insulated covers
down when the hotplates are not in use so that the heat stored in the cooker is conserved.

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lFor optimum cooking performance, use the AGA utensils and cast iron cookware. They have thick ground bases which
give the best contact with the hotplates.
lThe AGA pans can be stacked in the Simmering Oven. This is especially useful for steaming vegetables and keeping
sauces warm.
lStore the Plain Shelf out of the AGA. Use it cold in the Roasting Oven to deflect the heat from the top of the oven,
creating a more moderate oven temperature underneath. It can also be used as a baking sheet.
lA guide to AGA cooking is given on Page 26. Ask the AGA Specialist for an invitation to an AGA demonstration.
BAKING OVEN
WHEN USING ALL OF THE OVENS AND HOTPLATES TOGETHER FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME i.e. full meal.
In the above case, the Baking Oven temperature may rise, it will therefore be necessary to adjust the cooking procedure,
the following suggestions may prove useful.
1. When placing the food in the Baking Oven, ensure that the cold Plain Shelf is set directly above the dish, for the whole
of the cooking time.
2. In addition it may be necessary to lower the shelf position.
3. When baking food, such as very rich fruit cakes, which require a long period of cooking time, place the cake on the
fourth grid shelf position of the oven with the cold plain shelf set directly above, for 3/4 hour approximately. Move the
plain shelf to the middle of the Simmering Oven. Transfer the cake to this shelf and bake until cooked through.
4. Alternatively, allow the Baking Oven to cool for approximately 4 hours before using.
NOTE: A loose perforated metal plate is positioned in the top of the Baking Oven in order to optimise cooking
performance. It must remain in place at all times while the cooker is in operation.

FITTING OF OVEN SHELVES
DESN 514201
DESN 514202
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
If this is the first time you have used this type of oven shelf, go through the procedure of changing it with the aid of Figs.
11 to 14.
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REMOVAL OF OVEN SHELVES
DESN 514203
DESN 514204
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
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1. Connect the electricity supply.
2. Turn the right hand control knob from the OFF setting to the Normal manual control setting. The cooker will heat up
until it reaches the Normal temperature as indicated by the black line on the heat indicator.
3. The left hand control knob will alter the oven temperature. Turn it clockwise to increase the temperature and anti-
clockwise to decrease the temperature.
To obtain the required roasting oven temperature the control knob will need to be set about halfway. We recommend
that the cooker is run on the Normal manual setting for two days, before switching to AIMS (automatic control).
4. When the Normal temperature has been set with heat indicator within the black band, it should not be necessary to
alter the temperature control again.
REMEMBER: If adjustment is made, to leave the cooker to stand for at least 4 hours before attempting further
adjustment.
5. The cooker can now be switched to AIMS (automatic control), by turning the right hand control knob from the setting
to the AIMS setting.
6. The AIMS hand set can then be used to programme the required settings (see AIMS (automatic)) control instructions.
AIMS SET-UP (SEE FIG. 15)
AIMS (AGA INTELLIGENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM)
CONTROLS
Fig. 15 DESN 515282
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AIMS CONTROLLER HANDSET
The handset is designed to operate within the kitchen area.
When transferring information from or to the controller always operate the handset in front of the cooker, this
gives the strongest signal.
If the handset indicates ‘OFFLINE’, press the back button firmly, this will activate the communication link
between the cooker and handset.
Should the handset continue to show ‘OFFLINE’, allow one minute for the handset to “automatically”, re-connect
itself with the cooker.

See each section for details.
The AIMS has one or two programmable events:
The two events programme will enable the AGA to be at ‘Normal’ in the morning, (ie to cook breakfast) drop to a lower
temperature during the day, and return to ‘Normal’ temperature in the evening (ie: to cook dinner) and drop to ‘Slumber’
later in the evening and throughout the night.
The one event programme will enable the AGA to drop to ‘Slumber’ during the night and return to ‘Normal’ throughout the
day.
This will be shown as Once or Twice on the AIMS programme screen. (See Fig. 19).
The ‘Normal’ temperature for those two events can be set using the cooker thermostat.
The modes in between the events can be set at ‘Low’ or ‘Slumber’ depending on personal preference.
If a mistake is made when setting the date or time on any of the screens, use the back button
to go back to previous setting.
When the oven vent fan button is pressed the oven vent fan will be switched on and a blue light will appear.
SELECTING HANDSET LANGUAGE
Language options are selected during the Handset to Base Unit Signal Check/Language Selection procedure, see
page 25.
Fig. 16
20
DESN 515271
The handset has 10 buttons and a display screen.
NOTE: If the AIMS handset is unused for an extended period of time, the display screen will automatically turn OFF to
conserve battery power. The controller is designed to be operated within the kitchen area.
Press firmly any button on the handset to turn the display back on, and the Information (main menu) screen is automatically
displayed.
The AIMS Controller handset has four display screens:
1. The Information (main menu) screen
2. The Date/Time setting screen
3. The AIMS Programme screen
4. The Holiday Setting screen