Cannon WINCHESTER Mk2 User manual

HARMONY Mk2
Instruction Book
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 use.
Part No. 4866200046 - 04

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Introduction 3
For Your Safety 4
Oven Timer Operation 6
Hotplate 12
Grill 14
Main Oven 16
Main Oven Cooking Chart 17
The “Slow” Setting 18
Top Oven 19
Top Oven Cooking Chart 20
Care and Cleaning 22
Something Wrong with your cooker? 26
Installation Instructions 28
Service 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
FEATURES OF THE
CANNON HARMONY
VENTILATION SLOTS
GLASS LID WITH CUT OFF VALVE
HIGH SPEED BURNERS
SIMMERING BURNERS
AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER
TOP OVEN AND GRILL
DATA BADGE
VENTILATION SLOTS
MAIN
OVEN

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 the 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 1/3 full 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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KNOW YOUR TIMER
CLOCKFACE
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using you cooker.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00
HOURS AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE.
However, should you operate the timer during these hours the display will
return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.
SYMBOLS
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 for 2 minutes, the symbol will start to flash and will continue to
flash until the Minute Minder function is cancelled.
This “Cookpot” symbol will light up either:–
– When you press the Cook Period Button and set a length of time for an
Auto Cooking Programme. (It will go out again a few seconds after you
release the timer buttons).
– 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).
– When an Auto Cooking Programme has been set.
The “Auto” 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 twice – 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 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 on at 9:00 and turn the oven 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 controls to the required temperature when you set the timer.
– If an Auto Cooking programme has been set the oven will only operate
during the pre-programmed time.
Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the
ovens to Manual operation.
Used to adjust the various timer function settings.
Minute Minder
Button
Cook Period Button
End Time Button
Manual Button
“+” and “–” Buttons
Minute
Minder Cook
Period End Time Manual
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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 Auto symbol
will be flashing intermittently.
Step 4 Press & hold in both the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” button
together.
Step 5 With the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” 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, a symbol will light up.
Step 3 With the “Minute Minder” button held in, set the required Minute
Minder time using the “+” and “–” buttons.
Release all buttons and the timer display will revert back to the time of day. Bell
symbol will remain lit to signify that a Minute Minder period has been set.
At the end of the set time a bleeping sound will be heard, and the symbol
will flash for approximately 2 minutes.
After approximately 2 minutes the bleeping sound will stop and the
symbol will go out automatically.
Step 4 To cancel the bleeping sound within the two minutes press the
Minute Minder button.
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Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Bell Symbol
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
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 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 ( ) symbol will go out.
Step 7 Turn the oven control 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 bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes 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 to cancel the bleeping sound. (If 2 minutes
has not elapsed).
Step 9 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
Step 10 Press the manual button again to return the oven to Manual
Operation. (The Auto symbol will go out)
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 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.
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Cooktop Symbol
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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 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 bleeping sound will be heard.
The bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless
cancelled. The “Auto” symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned
to Manual operation (see below).
Step 6 Press the manual button to cancel the bleeping.
(If 2 minutes has not elapsed)
Step 7 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
Step 8 Press the “Manual” button again to return the oven to Manual
operation. (The Auto symbol will go out).
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.
Step 3 Turn the oven control to the required temperature, and if necessary select the appropriate
oven function.
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Note: Cookpot symbol disappears
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.

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 and hold in the “Cook Period” button.
(b) With the Cook Period button still held in, return the display to by pressing the “–” button.
(c) Release the “Cook Period” & “–” buttons, and the display will revert to the time of day and the
“Auto” symbol will flash.
(d) Press & release the “Manual” button.
(e) Start the sequence again.
5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero’s 0.00. 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.
Note: Between the hours of 22.00 & 06.00 the display dims to prevent glare.
However, if you should operate a button during this period, the timer will return to
normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.
TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE
THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED.
Step 1 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
Step 2 Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button.
Step 3 With the “Cook Period” button still held in, return the display to
0.00 by pressing the “–” button.
Step 4 Release the “Cook Period” and “–” buttons and the display will
revert to the time of day and the “Auto” symbol will flash.
Step 5 Press the “Manual” button to return the oven to “Manual” operation.
The “Auto” symbol will go out.
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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.
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OVEN TIMER OPERATION

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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.
All spillages must be removed from the surface of the lid before opening.
The hotplate has two high speed burners and two simmering burners which will
accommodate pans between 100mm (4”) and 230mm (9”) diameter. All pans should
be positioned centrally over the burners.
TO USE THE HOTPLATE
1. Raise the lid 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 the desired setting.
Only turn the control knob between the large flame symbol and the small
flame symbol for adjusting the setting.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the symbol O.
DO NOT operate the burners without pan supports.
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 possi-
bility 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.
When the hotplate burners are turned down, a slight ‘popping’ noise may be heard. This
is perfectly normal.

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HOTPLATE
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.

CAUTION – ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
GRILL PAN HANDLE
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan to facilitate cleaning. The handle can
be either detachable from or fixed to the pan.
Remove the screw and washer from the grill pan bracket, tilt the handle over the
recess adjacent to the bracket (A). Slide the handle towards the centre of the pan (B)
and let the handle locate over the bracket (C).
For a detachable handle: Remove the screw and washer from the grill pan and keep
safe.
For a fixed handle: Replace the screw and washer and ensure they are fully tightened.
Warning: Ensure when using grill pan handle in the detachable manner it is
centralised and secure.
TO USE THE GRILL
1. Check that the electricity supply is switched on.
2. Open the top oven/grill door and remove the grill pan.
3. Remove the heat shield from the rear of the shelf for maximum grilling area.
4. Place shelf in chosen position. Refer to grilling chart.
5. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the control knob clockwise to
the large flame symbol. Continue to press the ignition button until the sparks light
the gas
6. Slide the grill pan along the shelf towards the rear of the grill compartment
until it stops.
7. Turn the control knob clockwise to the desired setting. Only turn the
control knob between the large flame symbol and the small flame symbol when
adjusting the setting.
8. To turn off, turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the symbol ●.
The grill cannot be used at the same time as the top oven.
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.
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GRILL
ABC

The following chart is a guide. 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.
Always ensure that the grill pan handle is correctly fitted to the grill pan. If necessary
tighten the screw with a screwdriver.
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GRILL
Shelf Position Food
Toast, pikelets/crumpets, bacon, thin sausages,
beefburgers, tomato halves, steak (rare and medium),
kippers, gammon, kidneys and toasted snacks.
Toast, toasted snacks, thick sausages, beefburgers,
fish fingers, steak (well done) and gammon, chops (with heat
turned down for part of cooking time).
Whole fish, fish fillets and fish steaks (on base of pan).
Chicken portions (with heat turned down for part of
cooking time).
HIGH POSITION
CENTRE POSITION
LOW POSITION
REMOVE HEAT SHIELD
FROM SHELF WHEN
GRILLING FOR MAXIMUM
GRILLING AREA.

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MAIN OVEN
Since a circulaire fan oven heats up more quickly and generally cooks food at lower
temperatures than a convection oven, pre-heating is often unnecessary. For guidelines
on pre-heating, cooking temperatures and cooking times see ‘oven temperature
charts’ on next page.
NOTE: The charts are only a guide. To suit personal taste and requirements, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10˚C. It may also be
necessary to increase or decrease cooking times.
Unless otherwise indicated in the chart, food should be placed in a cold oven, ie.
without pre-heating. If food is placed in an already hot oven, the suggested cooking
time should be reduced, depending on the type and quantity of food being cooked.
POINTS TO REMEMBER ABOUT FAN OVENS
Fan ovens heat up quicker than convection ovens, so pre-heating is often
unnecessary.
Cooking can be carried out at slightly lower temperatures.
Identical cooking results can be achieved no matter what shelf is used.
MAIN OVEN SHELF POSITIONING FOR FAN OVEN
Most foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, due to even
distribution of heat in the main oven, but the shelves must be evenly spaced.
Food or utensils must never be placed directly on the floor of the oven for
cooking.
To ensure even air circulation do not use meat pans larger than 390 x 300mm
(15" x 12") and baking trays no larger than 330 x 255mm (13" x 10").
The oven is fitted with heat clean liners and three rod shelves.
TO USE THE MAIN OVEN
1. Check that the electricity supply is switched on and the timer is set to manual
mode.
2. Place oven shelves in chosen positions, making sure they are evenly spaced.
To avoid unnecessary cleaning, shelves that are not in use should be removed
from the oven.
3. Set the main oven control to the required temperature. Pre-heating is not
normally necessary. (Refer to cooking charts for guidelines).
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully anti-clockwise to the symbol .
FROZEN MEAT AND POULTRY
Joints of meat and whole birds should be defrosted slowly, preferably in a
domestic refrigerator allowing 5-6 hours per 450g (1lb) or at room temperature
for 2-3 hours per 450g (1lb). If however it is found necessary to accelerate this
process, frozen food can be defrosted in the fan oven at a temperature of 80°C
(175°F). A 1.5kg (3lb) oven ready frozen chicken, placed in a meat pan, will
defrost in approximately 1l/2-13/4hours. The breast should be covered with foil,
held in position by skewers or string and the giblets removed after defrosting.
THIS METHOD OF DEFROSTING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED FOR MEAT/ POULTRY UP
TO 2kg (4lb) IN WEIGHT AND IT IS ESSENTIAL TO COOK IT THOROUGHLY,
IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARDS.

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MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART
Fan Oven Cooking
Food Beef Lamb Pork Veal Chicken/Turkey up to 4kg (8lb) Turkey up to 5.5kg (12lb) Turkey over 5.5kg (12lb) Casserole Stews
Meat
Temperature
oC
Time
(approx.)
Pre-
heat
No 160/180 20-25 mins per 450g (1lb)
+ 20 mins extra
25 mins per 450g (1lb)
+ 25 mins extra
25 mins per 450g (1lb)
+ 25 mins extra
25-30 mins per 450g (1lb)
+ 25 mins extra
18-20 mins per 450g (1lb)
+ 20 mins extra
13-15 mins per 450g (1lb) e.g. 5kg
(11lb) = 143-165 mins
12 mins per 450g (1lb) e.g.
10kg (22lb) = 264 mins
11⁄2- 2 hours
160/180 160/180 160/170 160/180 150/160
150
140/150
No No No No No No No
The most accurate method of testing the readiness of joints of meat or whole poultry is to insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a joint of meat, or the thickest part of poultry thighs, during the cooking period. The meat thermometer will indicate when the required internal temperature has been reached. Beef - Rare: 60oC Lamb: 80oC Poultry: 90oC
Medium: 70oC Pork: 90oC
Well Done: 75oC Veal: 75oC
Fan Oven Cooking
Food Scones Small Cakes Victoria Sandwich Sponge Sandwich (Fatless) Swiss Roll Semi-rich Cakes Rich Fruit Cakes Shortcrust Pastry Puff Pastry Yorkshire Pudding
Individual Yorkshire Puddings Milk Pudding Baked Custard Bread Meringues
Baking
Temperature
oC
Time
Pre-
heat
Yes 210/220 8-10 mins
15-20 mins 20-25 mins 15-20 mins 12-15 mins
11⁄4-11⁄4hours
Time depending on use
approx. 45-50 mins.
Time depending on use
40-45 mins
approx. 20-25 mins
11⁄4-21⁄4hours
40-50 mins 45-50 mins
3-4 hours
160/170 160/170 160/170 170/180 140/150 130/140 180/190 190/200 170/180 180/190 130/140 140/150 200/210
70/80
No No
Yes Yes
No No No No
Yes Yes
No No
Yes
No
If using aluminium foil, never: 1. Never allow foil to touch sides of oven. 2. Never cover interior with foil. 3. Never cover shelves with foil.

This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short
periods. Extra care must be taken when warming bone china as it may be damaged it
if gets too hot.
Some advantages of slow cooking are:
The oven stays cleaner because there is less splashing.
Timing of food is not as critical, so there is less fear of overcooking.
Inexpensive cuts of meat are tenderised.
It is important to follow the guidelines given for preparing food using the ‘Slow’
setting.
USING THE ‘SLOW’ SETTING
1. All dishes cooked by the ‘Slow’ setting should be cooked for a minimum of 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 fan oven 170oC for 30 minutes
before turning to the ‘Slow’ setting.
3. Joints of meat over 6 lbs (2.7kg) and poultry over 4 lbs 8oz (2 kg) should not be
cooked using the ‘Slow’ 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 88oC.
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. 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.
13. Dried red kidney beans must be boiled for a minimum of ten minutes after
soaking, before inclusion in any dish.
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 the fan oven at
170oC and then serve immediately.
4. Only re-heat food once.
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THE ‘SLOW’ SETTING 90oC

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 shelf in the top oven has a heat shield fitted at the rear. The shield can be removed
for cleaning and grilling, but must be replaced when using the oven. The shelf can be
used in three different positions. It has a safety stop to prevent it from being pulled
out too far when attending to food. The shelf is removed from the oven by pulling it
out to the stop and then lifting at the front to withdraw.
The baking dish and grill pan without the handle can be used in the oven. The
maximum size of baking tray that should be used is 300mm x 350mm (12” x 14”).
TO USE THE TOP OVEN
1. Check that the heat shield is fitted to the shelf.
2. Place the top oven shelf in the chosen position (refer to cooking chart).
3. Push in and turn the top oven/grill control knob fully anti-clockwise. Sparking will
continue until the burner has lit.
4. Turn the control knob clockwise to the required setting. (refer to cooking chart).
5. There is a delay of about one minute whilst the safety device operates before the
burner comes on full.
6. To turn off, turn the control knob clockwise to the symbol ●.
GUIDANCE ON USING THE TOP OVEN
1. Best results are obtained by pre-heating the oven for about 15 minutes.
2. The tray or dish on which the food is to be cooked, should be pushed to the back
of the shelf.
3. Food which is higher than or will rise above 125mm (5”) cannot be cooked in the
top oven.
Never place dishes on the oven base over the burner.
An odour may be noticed when first using the oven – this should cease after a short
period of use.
NOTE It is normal for a slight resistance to be felt when turning the Top Oven/ Grill
control to the oven settings.
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TOP OVEN

The following times and settings 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 8 before selecting the required gas Mark.
Shelf position 1 is the highest.
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TOP OVEN COOKING CHART
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Position Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
FISH
Oily and white fish 5 2 20-30 mins.
MEAT AND POULTRY
Beef (medium) 4 or 5 3 25-30 mins per lb + 25-30 mins
Ham (covered in foil) 5 3 40 mins per lb + 40 mins
Lamb 5 3 30-35 mins per lb + 30 mins
Pork 5 3 40 mins per lb + 40 mins
Chicken 5 3 25 mins per lb + 25 mins
Duckling & Goose 5 3 25 mins per lb + 25 mins
Turkey 4 315-20 mins per lb + 15-20 mins
Casseroles 3 3 2-4 hrs. depending on meat used.
VEGETABLES
Baked jacket potatoes 5 2 11/2 - 2 hrs.
PUDDINGS
Milk Puddings (500ml/1pt) 3 2 11/2 - 2 hrs.
Baked Custard (500ml/1pt) 3 2
45 mins - 1 hr. in bain-marie of cold water.
Baked Sponge Puddings 4 2 30 - 45 mins
Baked Apples 3 2 45 mins - 1 hr. depending on size
Meringue Topped Puddings 1 2 25 mins until tinged with brown
Apple Tart (1 x 205mm/8”) 6 2 60 mins
Fruit Crumble 5 2 45 - 50 mins
If using aluminium foil:
1. Remember it is important to increase the cooking time by one third.
2. Do not allow the foil to touch the sides of the oven.
3. Do not cover the oven interior with foil.
4. Do not cover the oven shelves with foil.
Push dish right to
back of shelf.