Cannon Chesterfield Traditional 60 C60GC Technical manual

Use and Installation Instructions
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and only used in
a well ventilated space.
Read these instructions before installing or using the appliance and retain them for future
reference.
Part no. 195056853.01
CHESTERFIELD
TRADITIONAL 60

PAGE
Introduction 3
For Your Safety 4
Oven Timer Operation 6
Hotplate 12
Grill 14
Main Oven 16
Main Oven Cooking Chart 18
The “Slow Cook” Setting 20
Top Oven 21
Top Oven Cooking Chart 22
Care and Cleaning 24
Something Wrong with your cooker? 26
Installation Instructions 28
Service Information Back Cover
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CONTENTS

To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET
CAREFULLY.
Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting service. The guarantee is only
applicable if the cooker has been installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be
accepted for use in any other installation.
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (e.g. open a
window or use an extractor fan) and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour
avoid any fumes. It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the
smell has ceased. This odour is due to any temporary finish and also any moisture
absorbed by the insulation.
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INTRODUCTION
Our policy is one of continual improvement in design and development,
therefore strict accuracy of illustrations and descriptions cannot be
guaranteed.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Gas Appliances
90/396/EEC
Low Voltage Equipment
73/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC

Please read the precautions below before using your cooker.
ALWAYS . . .
ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls before using the cooker.
ALWAYS check that all controls on the cooker are turned off after use.
ALWAYS stand back when opening an oven door to allow heat to disperse.
ALWAYS use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the ovens.
ALWAYS take care when removing items from the top oven/grill when the main
oven is on, as the contents may be hot.
ALWAYS keep the oven and grill doors closed when the cooker is not in use.
ALWAYS place pans centrally over the hotplate burners and position them so that
the handles cannot accidentally be caught or knocked or become heated
by other burners.
ALWAYS keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can
cause a fire.
ALWAYS allow the cooker to cool before cleaning.
ALWAYS follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the
possibility of bacterial growth.
ALWAYS keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
ALWAYS turn off the electricity supply before cleaning or replacing an oven lamp.
ALWAYS refer servicing to CORGI registered appliance service engineers.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY

NEVER . . .
NEVER leave children unsupervised where the cooker is installed as all surfaces will
get hot during and after use.
NEVER allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the cooker.
NEVER store items that children may attempt to reach above the cooker.
NEVER heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the
container to burst.
NEVER store chemicals, food stuffs, pressurised containers in or on the cooker, or in
cabinets immediately above or next to the cooker.
NEVER fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3full of oil, and never use a lid.
DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
NEVER place flammable or plastic items on or near the hotplate.
NEVER use proprietary spillage collectors on the hotplate.
NEVER use the cooker as a room heater.
NEVER dry clothes or place other times over or near to the hotplate or oven/grill
doors.
NEVER wear garments with long flowing sleeves whilst cooking.
NOTE: The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and
moisture in the room in which it is installed. Always ensure that the kitchen is well
ventilated; keep natural ventilation holes open or install a mechanical ventilation
device (mechanical extractor hood).
In particular when using the grill or more than one hotplate burner, open a window if
a mechanical ventilation device is not operating.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
The oven timer offers you the following features:
1. Time of Day
2. Automatic Cooking
3. Minute Minder
AUTOMATIC COOKING
The main oven can be controlled automatically.
GUIDANCE ON AUTOMATIC COOKING
1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook.
2. Set the oven timer so that the food has just finished or is just about to finish
cooking on your return to the oven. This will ensure the food has not cooled down
and does not require reheating before serving.
3. Food should be as cold as possible when it goes into the oven, ideally straight
from the refrigerator. Frozen meat and poultry should be thawed thoroughly
before it is put in the oven.
4. Warm food should never be placed in the oven if there is to be a delay period. Stews
prepared by frying the meat and vegetables should be cooked as soon as possible.
5. Dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat, for example Shepherds Pie,
should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a delay period.
6. Stews and joints should be cooked by the long slow method, so that the delay
period is kept to a minimum.
7. On warm days, to prevent harmful bacterial growth in certain foods (ie poultry,
joints, etc) the delayed start should be kept to a minimum.
8. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay period, so it is
best to add these ingredients just before serving.
9. Foods which discolour should be protected by coating in fat or tossing in water to
which lemon juice has been added, prior to placing food in the oven.
10. Dishes containing liquid should not be filled too full to prevent boiling over.
11. Food should be well sealed (but not airtight) in a container to prevent the loss of
liquid during cooking. Aluminium foil gives a good seal.
12. Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before serving.

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
CLOCKFACE
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker.
SYMBOLS
A ‘bell’ symbol will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will
remain lit for the period set.
At the end of the Minute Minder Period, the timer will emit an audible tone and
the ‘bell’ symbol will disappear.
The ‘cookpot’ symbol will light up either:–
– When the timer is in manual mode, or
– During the actual Cook Period.
‘AUTO’ will light up:–
– When the timer is first turned on it will flash. It will go out when a time of day
is set or when the timer is set to manual.
The ‘AUTO’ symbol will flash at the end of an Auto Cooking programme to indi-
cate that the programme has finished.
(When the ‘AUTO’ symbol is flashing, to return the oven to Manual operation,
turn the oven controls off, ensure that the correct time of day is set, and press
the “Manual” button – The ‘AUTO’ symbol will go out).
Here you can set a time period of up to 23 hours 59 minutes, that will count down.
When it reaches zero, the timer will emit an audible tone.
For Example: If you set 20 minutes, the audible tone will occur 20 minutes later.
Cook Period is the actual length of time for which, the timer will switch the oven(s)
on as part of an “Auto Cooking” programme.
(e.g. If you set 2 hours, the food will be cooked for 2 hours).
The time of day at which you want an “Auto Cooking” programme to end.
For Example: If you set a “Cook Period” for 2 hours, and “End Time” of 11:00. The
timer will switch the oven(s) on at 9:00 and turn the oven(s) off at 11:00. You will hear
a audible tone at 11:00, to indicate that the Auto Cooking Programme has finished.
Notes:
- When setting an Auto Cooking programme you will need to set the oven
control(s) to the required temperature(s) when you set the timer.
- If an Auto Cooking programme has been set the oven(s) will only operate during
the pre-programmed time.
Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the oven(s) to
Manual operation.
Used to adjust the various timer function settings.
Minute Minder
Button
Cook Period Button
End Time Button
Manual Button
“+” and “–” Buttons
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME

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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 the Auto symbol,
flashing intermittently.
Step 4 Press & hold in both the Cook Period & End Time buttons together.
Step 5 With the Cook Period & End Time buttons still held in, press either the “+”
or “–” buttons to set the correct time of day.
Step 6 Release all the buttons simultaneously.
THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.
To change the time of day repeat Steps 4, 5 & 6 above.
Note: You cannot adjust the time of day if the timer has been set for an
Auto Cooking Programme.
SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER
Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.
Step 2 Press and hold the Minute Minder button.
Step 3 With the Minute Minder button held in, set the required Minute Minder
period using the “+” and “–” buttons. A ‘bell’ symbol will light up.
Release all buttons and the timer display will revert back to the time of day.
The ‘bell’ symbol will remain lit to signify that a Minute Minder period has been
set.
At the end of the set time an audible tone will be heard, and the ‘bell’ symbol will
disappear.
Step 4 To cancel the audible tone press the Minute Minder button.
Note 1 When the Minute Minder has been set, the time remaining can be checked at any
time by simply pressing the Minute Minder button.
Note 2 If necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled before the tone sounds by
pressing and holding the Minute Minder button and then at the same time
pressing the “–” button until 0.00 appears in the display window.

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
Step 3 Press and hold in the Cook Period button.
The display will read 0.00 with the ‘cookpot’ symbol lit.
Step 4 With the Cook Period button still held in, set the required Cook Period
using the “+” and “–” buttons.
Release the buttons and the timer display will revert to the time of day with the
‘Auto’ symbol and ‘cookpot’ symbol lit.
Step 5 Press and hold in the End Time button.
The display will read the earliest possible end time for the Cook Period
that you have set above.
The ‘Auto’ symbol and ‘cookpot’ symbol will be lit.
Step 6 With the End Time button still held in, use the “+” and “–” buttons to set
the ‘End Time’ (i.e. The time you require the oven to switch off).
Release all the buttons and the timer will revert back to the time of day.
The ‘Auto’ symbol will remain lit to signify that an Auto Cooking Programme has
been set. The ‘cookpot’ symbol will go out.
Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if necessary
select the appropriate oven function.
At the end of the Automatic Cook Period the Auto Symbol will flash and an
intermittent bleeping sound will be heard.
The audible tone will continue unless cancelled.
The ‘Auto’ symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned to Manual
operation (see below).
Step 8 Press the Manual button, the audible tone will be cancelled and the
oven(s) will be returned to Manual.
Step 9 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.
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.
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
Step 4 Press & hold in the Cook Period button, the display will read 0.00 and the
‘cookpot’ symbol will light up.
With the Cook Period button still held in set the required Cook Period using the
“+” and “–” buttons. Example: 1hr 30 minutes (as shown).
Note: Cook Period is the length of time the food requires to cook.
Step 5 Release all buttons.
The timer display will revert to the time of day with the ‘Auto’ symbol lit &
‘cookpot‘ symbol remaining lit.
At the end of the Cook Period the ‘Auto’ symbol will flash and an intermittent
audible tone will be heard.
The audible tone will continue until cancelled. The ‘Auto’ symbol will continue to
flash until the timer is returned to Manual operation (see below).
Step 6 Press the Manual button. The audible tone will be cancelled and the
oven(s) will be returned to Manual.
Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.
b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK
PERIOD
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).
Step 3 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if necessary select the appropriate oven
function.
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.
NOTE: The Cookpot symbol disappears

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
OTHER NOTES ON TIMER OPERATION
1. When cooking Automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time simply by pressing the Cook
Period button.
2. When cooking Automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time
button.
3. Having set a Cook Period and End Time an electronic device stores the information. The device within the
timer will switch the oven(s) on and off at the required times.
4. When setting an Auto Cooking Programme and a mistake is made, to clear:–
(a) Press & release the Manual button.
(b) Start the sequence again.
5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero’s 0.00 and ‘Auto’, it is likely that the electricity supply to
the oven has been interrupted. Reset the timer to the correct time of day.
Food in the oven may, therefore, not have been cooked, before serving check food is thoroughly heated
and completely cooked.
6. To set each function always press and hold the required function button and at the same time press “+” or
“–” buttons.
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 the Manual button to return the oven(s) to “Manual” operation.
The ‘Auto’ symbol will go out.
Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing
the Cook Period button.

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. Remove any items or spillage from the top of the lid and then raise it to its
fully open position.
2. Push in and turn the control knob of the chosen burner anti-clockwise to the
large flame symbol. Continue to push in the knob until the sparks light the
gas.
3. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to reduce the heat input.
Only turn the control knob between the large flame symbol and the small
flame symbol when adjusting the setting.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the symbol O.
DO NOT use the hotplate unless all pan supports are in position.
DO NOT use mis-shapen pans which may be unstable.
DO NOT use round base woks directly on the pan supports.
DO NOT use the glass lid as a working surface.
Each burner is fitted with a spark ignitor for lighting the gas. To ensure rapid lighting of
the burners every time they are used, the ignitors must be kept clean and dry. Remove
any food spillage or cleaning materials from the ignitor using a small nylon brush such
as a tooth brush. Access to the ignitor can be achieved by lifting off the loose burner
parts carefully when the burners are cool.
When the hotplate burner bodies and caps are removed for cleaning, be careful not to
drop any food particles or cleaning materials into the burner bases, to avoid the
possibility of blocking the gas jets.
If aluminium based pans are used, a silvery deposit may appear on the top edge of the
pan support fingers. See ‘Care and Cleaning’ section for cleaning information.
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HOTPLATE

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEEP FAT FRYING
1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil or fat.
2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooling period.
3. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan.
4. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly into the hot oil
or fat. Frozen foods in particular will cause frothing and spitting if added too
quickly.
5. Always keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or fat.
HOW TO DEAL WITH A FAT FIRE
1. Do not move the pan.
2. Turn off the hotplate burners.
3. Smother the flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth to extinguish the fire.
Do not use water or a fire extinguisher as the force of it may spread the
burning fat or oil over the edge of the pan.
4. Leave the pan for at least 60 minutes before moving it.
HOTPLATE

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GRILL
ABC
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. If the fan fails to blow air when the grill is in use, you should contact
your service engineer immediately.
STANDARD GRILL PAN AND HANDLE - CHESTERFIELD
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan to facilitate cleaning and storage. The
handle can be fixed as follows :
1. Remove the screw and washer from the grill pan bracket.
2. Tilt the handle over the recess. (A)
3. Slide the handle towards the centre of the pan. (B)
4. Locate the handle over the bracket. (C)
For a fixed handle, replace the screw and washer and ensure they are fully tightened.
If a detachable handle is required, do not replace the screw and washer.
Warning : Ensure when using the grill pan handle in the detachable manner it is centralised
and secure.
The grill pan can be stored in the top compartment with the handle attached by
placing the shelf in the middle or lower position and tilting the grill pan over the rear
edge of the shelf.
LARGE EASYGLIDE GRILL PAN - TRADITIONAL 60
The grill pan is located between the front and rear tags on the easy glide runners. The
easy glide runners should be clipped to the top two rails of the shelf supports such
that the taller tag is at the rear.
The detachable grill pan handle should only be used to push the grill pan underneath
the burner and to withdraw it. Always use oven gloves to remove the pan from the
easyglide shelf.
Both the grill pan and the oven shelf can be stored in the grill compartment if the shelf
is placed in the lowest position. The grill pan should always be removed from the top
oven when baking and NEVER used as a baking/roasting dish in either the top oven or
the main oven.

Grilling can be started from cold but for best results preheat for approximately two
minutes. Most cooking is done with the heat on full, but it may be desirable to reduce
it for thicker pieces of meat or for keeping food warm.
For au gratin dishes eg. Macaroni Cheese and meringue toppings eg. Baked Alaska,
place the dish on the floor of the grill compartment. The base of the grill pan can be
used for warming fruit garnishes on the reduced setting.
NOTE: Strong detergents used in dishwashers may damage the grill pan grid finish;
clean in soapy water as described in CARE AND CLEANING section.
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GRILL
REMOVE HEAT SHIELD FROM SHELF
WHEN GRILLING FOR MAXIMUM
GRILLING AREA - (Chesterfield only).
TO USE THE GRILL
1. Open the top oven/grill door and withdraw the grill pan.
2. Remove the heat shield from the rear of the shelf for maximum grilling area and
place shelf in appropriate position - (Chesterfield only).
3. Push in and turn the control knob clockwise to the large flame symbol. Continue
to push in the control knob for a further 3 seconds after the gas has lit, to allow
time for the safety device to operate. If the burner extinguishes when the control
knob is released, repeat the procedure ensuring the control knob is fully
depressed and allowing more time for the safety device to operate.
4. Slide the grill pan along the shelf towards the rear of the grill compartment until it
stops.
5. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to reduce the heat input. Only turn the
control knob between the large flame symbol and the small flame symbol when
adjusting the setting.
6. To turn off, turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the symbol O.
The grill cannot be used at the same time as the top oven.
If for any reason the grill burner has not lit after 15 seconds, turn the control knob to
the off position, leave the grill goor open and wait for at least a minute before
attempting to light the burner again.
An odour may be noticed when first using the grill – this should cease after a short
period of use.
DO NOT use the grill with the door closed.
DO NOT cover the grill pan or grid with aluminium foil as this can hold fat, intensify
the heat and create a fire hazard.
RELIGHTING THE BURNER
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner
control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one minute.

The main oven is fitted with a safety device that re-lights the burner if the flame has
been extinguished for any reason and another safety device that reduces the gas flow
to a safe level if, for any reason, the burner fails to light.
The oven has different heat zones – the thermostat settings refer to the temperature
on the middle shelf position; above this shelf it is hotter and below it is cooler. Two
shelves provide five possible cooking levels enabling full use of the different
temperatures inside the oven.
Each shelf has a safety stop to prevent if from being pulled out too far when attending
to food. Shelves are removed from the oven by pulling them out to the stop and then
lifting them at the front to withdraw.
The maximum size of baking tray that should be used is 325mm x 350mm (13” x 14”).
TO USE THE MAIN OVEN
1. Check that the timer is set to manual.
2. Place the oven shelves in the appropriate positions (refer to cooking charts).
3. Push in and turn the oven control knob fully anti-clockwise. Sparking will
continue until the burner is lit.
4. Turn the control knob clockwise to the required setting (refer to cooking chart).
There is a delay of about one minute whilst the safety device operates before the
burner comes on full.
5. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise the the symbol O.
Never place dishes over the burner.
An odour may be noticed when first using the oven – this should cease after a short
period of use.
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MAIN OVEN

COLD START COOKING
Anything requiring long slow cooking such as casseroles and rich fruit cakes can be
put into a cold oven. Satisfactory results can also be obtained with creamed mixture,
rich pastries or yeast mixtures, but for perfection we recommend preheating the oven
for about 15 minutes at the gas mark you require for cooking.
ROASTING OF LARGE POULTRY
The maximum weight of poultry that can be accommodated is 11.5kg (25 lbs) of
suitable shape.
It is important to check that the bird DOES NOT overhang the burner at the back of the
oven.
STORAGE AND RE-HEATING OF FOOD
It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and
hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
1. If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a clean container as
quickly as possible.
2. Completely thaw frozen food in the refrigerator before re-heating.
3. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven, Mk. 6,
and then serve immediately.
4. Only re-heat food once.
‘COOK CHILL’ DISHES
These should always be placed in a pre-heated oven ideally on the first or second shelf
position. Follow the packet instructions for cooking time.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
If using Aluminium Foil:
1. Remember that it is important to increase the cooking time by one third.
2. Never allow the foil to touch the sides of the oven.
3. Never cover the oven interior with foil.
4. Never cover the oven shelves with foil.
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MAIN OVEN

The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the set-
ting 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. 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.
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MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
STARTERS
Patés and Terrines 3 or 4 4 11/2- 2 hrs
FISH
Oily Fish (whole) 4 or 5 3
White Fish (fillets & steaks) 4 or 5 3 25 - 30 mins.
MEAT AND POULTRY
Veal 5 4 25 mins per lb (450g) + 25 mins
Beef 4 or 5 4 25 - 30 mins per lb (450g) + 25 mins
Ham 5 4
Lamb 5 4 30 - 35 mins per lb (450g) + 30 mins
Pork 5 4 40 mins per lb (450g) + 40 mins
Chicken 5 4 25 mins per lb (450g) + 25 mins
Duckling & gosling 5 4 25 mins per lb (450g) + 25 mins
Turkey 4 or 5 4 or 5 15 - 20 mins per lb (450g) + 20 mins
Game birds 6 4
Casseroles 3 3 or 4 11/2- 6 hrs. (depending on type of meat)
PUDDINGS
Milk Puddings 3 3 or 4
Baked Custard 3 3 or 4 45 mins in bain-marie
Baked sponges 4 3 40 - 50 mins
Baked Apples 3 4
Meringue puddings 1 4 or 5 15 mins or until 'tinged' with brown
Apple Pie 1x9" (230mm) 6 3 45 - 55 mins stand dish on a baking tray
Fruit crumbles 5 or 6 3 35 - 45 mins
25 mins - 1 hr, depending on recipe
and size of fish
40 mins per lb (450g) covered in foil
+ 40 mins per lb (450g) uncovered
50 mins. Remove bacon for last 15 mins.
Add extra 15 mins if roasting brace
21/4- 21/2hrs stand dish on a baking tray and
started with warm milk
30 - 45 mins depending on the size
and type of apples

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MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
CAKES, PASTRIES AND BISCUITS
Small cakes - 2 trays 5 2 & 4 17 - 25 mins
- 1 tray 5 2 or 3 only "
Victoria sandwich 2x8" (205mm) 4 2 & 4 25 - 35 mins
5 2 20 - 25 mins. 2 tins side by side
Christmas cake 2 3 or 4 4 - 61/2hrs depending on recipe
Madeira cake 7" (180mm) 4 3 11/4- 11/2hrs
Rich Fruit cake 9" (230mm) 2 3 3 - 31/2hrs.
Shortcrust pastry 6 2 or 3 15 mins - 1 hr depending on recipe
Rich Shortcrust pastry - 1 tray 5 2 20 - 40 mins depending on recipe
Flaky & puff pastry - 2 trays 7 1 & 3 10 - 30 mins depending on recipe
- 1 tray 2 or 3 " " " "
Choux pastry - éclairs 1 tray 6 2 35 - 40 mins
Scones - 2 trays 7 2 & 4 10 - 15 mins
- 1 tray 2 or 3 "
Shortbread - 7" (180mm) round 2 4 55 - 1hr depending on thickness
Biscuits - 2 trays 4 1 and 3 15 - 20 mins depending on recipe
- 1 tray 2 or 3 " " " "
YEAST MIXTURES
Bread 7 or 8 3 or 4 45 - 50 mins
Rolls 7 or 8 2 or 3 15 - 20 mins
Chelsea buns 5 2 or 3 30 - 40 mins
MISCELLANEOUS
Yorkshire Pudding - large 7 1 or 2 45 - 50 mins
- individual 7 1 or 2 25 - 30 mins
Soufflés 4 3 30 mins
Meringues
Baked Potatoes 4 or 5 3 11/2- 3 hrs until soft, depending on size
2 - 5 hrs starting on shelf 4 until 'set'
and then on the baseplate until dried
out - turn when necessary.
Fatless sponge 2x7" (180mm) -
3 egg mix
4 &
baseplate
When baking with two trays or tins on two levels, the top tray is removed first and the lower tray
moved up to the top position for a few minutes longer.
Soft Margarine – Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not those
indicated on the cooking chart.
Slow Cook

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. 6 for 30 minutes before
turning to the ‘Slow Cook’ setting and never be cooked lower than the middle shelf
position.
3. Joints of meat over 6 lbs (2.7kg) and poultry over 4 lbs 8oz (2 kg) should not be
cooked using the ‘Slow Cook’ setting.
4. Always stand covered joints on a rack over the meat tin to allow good air circulation.
5. A meat thermometer should be used when cooking pork joints and poultry.
The internal temperature of the food should reach at least 88˚C.
6. This method is unsuitable for stuffed meat and stuffed poultry.
7. Always bring soups, casseroles and liquids to the boil before putting in the oven.
8. Cover casseroles with foil and then the lid to prevent loss of moisture.
9. Always thaw frozen food completely before cooking.
10. Root vegetables will cook better if cut into small pieces.
11. Adjust seasonings and thickenings at the end of the cooking time.
12. Use the zones of heat in the oven, e.g. meringues and milk puddings can be cooked
lower in the oven whilst other dishes requiring greater heat can be cooked above
them.
13. Egg and fish dishes need only 1-5 hours cooking and should be included in day
cooking sessions, when they can be observed from time to time.
14. Dried red kidney beans must be boiled for a minimum of ten minutes after soaking,
before inclusion in any dish.
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THE ‘SLOW COOK’ SETTING