Cannon CHESTERIELD C60GCB Technical manual

CHESTERFIELD
C60GCW
C60GCK
C60GCS
C60GCB
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 efore installing or using the appliance and retain
them for future reference.

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CONTENTS
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Introduction 3
For Your Safety 4
ven Timer peration 6
Hotplate 12
Grill 14
Main ven 16
Main ven Cooking Chart 18
The Slow Cook Setting 20
Top ven 21
Top ven Cooking Chart 22
Care and Cleaning 24
Something wrong with your Cooker? 26
Installation Instructions 28
Guarantee Information 35
Service Information 36

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INTRODUCTION
To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS B KLET 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.
ur 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
- 2006/95/EEC
- 93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility;
- 89/336/EEC
- 92/31/EEC
- 93/68/EEC

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Please read the precautions below be ore 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 acciden-
tally be caught or knocked or become heated by other burners.
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ALWAYS keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.
keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.
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 C RGI 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 1/3 full of oil, and never use a lid. D N T LEAVE UNATTENDED
WHILE C KING.
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/gril doors.
NEVER wear garments with long flowing sleeves whilst cooking.
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N TE: 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.
! The appliance should not be operated by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capacities, by inexperienced individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These individuals
should, at the very least, be supervised by someone who assumes responsibility for their safety or receive
preliminary instructions relating to the operation of the appliance.

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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 automati-
cally 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. n 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. Alu-
minium foil gives a good seal.
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OVEN TIMER OPERATION
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The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
Ensure the correct time o day is always set, be ore 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.
'AUT ' 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 'AUT ' symbol will flash at the end of an Auto Cooking programme to indicate 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).
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS
Minute Minder Button
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.
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME
Cook Period Button
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).
End Time Button
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.
Manual Button
Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the oven(s) to Manual operation.
"+" and "-" Buttons
Used to adjust the various timer function settings.
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SETTING THE TIME OF DAY
Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned ff.
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 F DAY IS N W SET.
To change the time of day repeat Steps 4, 5 & 6 above.
Note: You cannot adjust the time o day i the timer has been set or 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 I necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled be ore 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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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 O Automatically
(b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically a ter 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).
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 FF position.
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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 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.
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).
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 FF position.
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TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE THE COOK
PERIOD HAS FINISHED.
Step 1 Turn the oven control to the FF position.
Step 2 Press the Manual button to return the oven to "Manual" operation. The 'Auto' sym-
bol will go out.
Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing
the Cook Period button.
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.
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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 (9 ½) 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. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the control knob of the chosen burner anti-clockwise to the
large flame symbol. Continue to press the ignition button until the sparks light the gas.
3. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to reduce the heat input. nly 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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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.
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GRILL
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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
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan and should always be removed while grilling to prevent the
handle from becoming hot. The handle should be attached as follows :
1. Tilt the handle over the recess (A).
2. Slide the handle towards the centre of the pan (B).
3. Locate the handle over the bracket (C) ensuring that it is centralised and secure.
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.

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TO USE THE GRILL
1. pen the top oven/grill door and remove the grill pan.
2. Remove the heat shield from the rear of the shelf for maximum grilling area and place the 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. nly 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 door 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.
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.
REMOVE HEAT SHIELD
FROM SHELF WHEN
GRILLING FOR MAXIMUM
GRILLING AREA - (Chester ield only).
NOTE: Strong detergents used in dishwashers may damage the grill pan grid finish; clean in soapy water as
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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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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 D ES N T 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. nly 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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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. 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.
MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART
Food Gas
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Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
STARTERS
Patés and Terrines 3 or 4 4 1 ½ - 2 hrs
FISH
ily Fish (whole) 4 or 5 3 25 mins - 1 hr, depending on recipe and size of fish.
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 40 mins per lb (450g) covered in foil + 40 mins per lb (450g)
uncovered.
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 50 mins Removed bacon for last 15 mins. Add extra 15 mins if roasting
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Casseroles 3 3 or 4 1 ½ - 6 hrs. (depending on type of meat)
PUDDINGS
Milk Puddings 3 3 or 4 2 ¼ - 2 ½ hrs stand dish on a baking tray and started with warm milk
Baked Custard 3 3 or 4 45 mins in bain-marie
Baked sponges 4 3 40 - 45 mins
Baked Apples 3 4 30 - 45 mins depending on the size and type of apples
Meringue puddings 1 4 or 5 15 mins or until 'tinged' with brown
Apple Pie 1x9" (230 mm) 6 3 45 - 55 mins stand dish on a baking tray
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MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART
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.
So t Margarine - Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not those indicated
on the cooking chart.
Food Gas
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Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
CAKES, PASTRIES AND BISCUITS
Small cakes - 2 trays 5 1 & 3 17 - 25 mins
- 1 tray 5 2 or 3
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Victoria sandwich 2x8" (205mm) 4 1 & 3 25 - 35 mins.
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.
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
Flaky & puff
pastry - 2 trays 2 or 3 " " " "
Choux pastry - éclairs
1 tray 6 2 35 - 40 mins
Scones - 2 trays 7 1 & 3 10 - 15 mins
Scones - 1 trays 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
Biscuits - 1 trays 2 or 3 " " " "
YEAST MIXTURES
Bread 7 or 8 3 or 4 45 - 50 mins
Rolls 7 or 8 3 or 4 15 - 20 mins
Chelsea buns 5 2 or 3 30 - 40 mins
MISCELLANEOUS
Yorkshire Pudding - large 7 1 or 2 45 - 50 mins
Yorkshire Pudding - individual 7 1 or 2 25 - 30 mins
Soufflés 4 3 30 mins
Meringues Slow
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THE SLOW COOK SETTING
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.