Chef 540MM User manual

540MM UPRIGHT COOKERS
User Manual
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Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy
place for later reference. The symbols you will see in this
booklet have these meanings:
WARNING
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety
WARNING
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging
the appliance
TIPS & INFORMATION
tips and information
This symbol indicates tips and information about use of
the appliance
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
environmental tips
This symbol indicates tips and information about economical
and ecological use of the appliance
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our this Chef
upright cooker. We are sure you will find your new appliance
a pleasure to use and a great asset to your cooking. Before
you use the appliance, we recommend that you read through
the whole user manual which provides a description of the
product and its functions.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use a
gas appliance, it is important that the appliance is installed
correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully
to avoid misuse and hazards. For future reference, please
store this booklet in a safe place.
Contents
General safety ............................................................3
Operating for the first time.............................................4
Installing your oven accessories......................................5
Using the gas oven......................................................6
Using the electric oven .................................................8
General hints and tips ................................................10
Cleaning the oven .....................................................11
Get to know your oven...............................................12
Oven guide..............................................................13
Trouble shooting........................................................14
Installation................................................................16
Warranty .................................................................21
TIPS & INFORMATION
tips and information
Important – check for any damage or marks
If you find the appliance is damaged or marked, you must
report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/
marks under the manufacturer’s warranty. This does not
affect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
environmental tips
Information on disposal for users
• Mostofthepackingmaterialsarerecyclable.Pleasedispose
of those materials through your local recycling depot or
by placing them in appropriate collection containers.
• Ifyouwishtodiscardthisproduct,pleasecontactyour
local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Record model and serial number here:
Model:..................................................................
Serial number: ........................................................
2 CONTENTS Chef 540 Upright Cooker

general safety
Chef 540 Upright Cooker GENERAL SAFETY 3
An important read to avoid an electric shock or fire
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
This symbol indicates never to do this
This symbol indicates always do this
The appliance is NOT suitable for use by young
children, without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure they
do not play with this appliance.
During use this appliance becomes hot. Care should
be taken to avoid touching hot external and internal
surfaces when in use. Use oven gloves.
This appliance must NOT be used as a space heater.
Do Not install gas models in marine craft, caravans
or mobile homes because these products are not fitted
with a flame safeguard on each burner.
DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this
appliance while it is in operation.
DO NOT store flammable materials in the appliance
storage drawer or near this appliance.
Ensure all specified vents, openings and airspaces are
not blocked.
Install cooker, shelving and fittings in accordance with
the Guide and Installation Instructions, to avoid accidents.
DO NOT operate the gas appliance if the smell of
gas persists.
DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
Grill warnings
DO NOT leave grill on unattended.
Fat left on a grill dish is a fire hazard! Keep grill clean
and turn off grill immediately after use.
If gas burner does not light in 8 seconds, allow
one minute for gas to clear before trying again.
Placing thick portions of food under grill can be
a fire hazard.
DO NOT cover the grill dish insert with foil.
Separate grill model: Grill with door open
Grill in oven model: Grill with door closed
Oven warnings
DO NOT use oven door as a shelf.
DO NOT push down on open oven door.
If the gas oven does not light in 8 seconds, allow
1 minute for gas to clear before trying again.
DO NOT line oven with foil or place anything on the
bottom of the oven while baking, as trapped heat will
crack or craze the floor of the oven cavity liner.
DO NOT use poly-unsaturated oils (vegetable oils) as
this type of oil can cause black spots or deposits inside
the oven. This residue is very difficult to remove.
Hotplate and burner warnings
DO NOT allow pots to boil dry, as damage to
hotplate (and pan) may result.
DO NOT operate without a pot, fry pan etc on
hotplates.
DO NOT allow cookware to overhang hob onto
adjacent bench tops, this will cause scorching to
the bench top surface.
Gas models: Ensure burner caps and crowns are
in their correct position.
General appliance description
(Electric Separate Grill Oven depicted)
Removable
Splashback
Hob
Control Panel
Grill with removable
grill dish side supports,
grill dish & rack
(where fitted)
Grill Element
/Burner
Removable
Kick Panel
Removable
shelf
Oven Door
Grill Door
(where fitted)
Rear Adjustable
Feet
Front Adjustable
Feet
Anti-tilt Plate
Fan Cover
(fan forced
models only)

operating for
the first time
Choosing utensils for gas and electric hotplates
Refer to diagram below
Installation and service warning
• Onlyanauthorisedpersonmustinstallandservicethis
appliance. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained)
• Inordertoavoidtippingofappliancetheanti-tiltplate
MUST be installed.
• Appliancesrequiringconnectionto230–240VMUST
be earthed.
• Anauthorisedpersonshouldinspectproductevery5years.
• ThisappliancemustNOTbeinstalledonaboxor
in a closed cupboard.
• Ittheelectricalsupplycordisdamaged,aqualied
person MUST replace the cord to avoid a hazard or
void your guarantee.
• SurroundingkitchencabinetsMUSTwithstand85°C.
• Inordertoavoidahazardtheinstallationinstructions
MUST be followed.
Before operating first time
1. READ ALL THE Warning and Safety information.
2. Remove all internal boxes and bags from oven.
3. Clean out the oven interior with detergent and hot water
and polish with a soft cloth. DO NOT close oven door
until the oven is completely dry.
4. New appliances can have an odour during first operation.
It is recommended to ‘run in’ the oven before you cook.
Runtheovenat180°Cfor2–4hoursandensurethat
the room is well ventilated.
5. If your appliance is fitted with solid hotplates, turn heat
setting to high for 3 minutes to fully harden the hotplate
coating.
Apply coating of ‘Shine On’ onto hot plates (Sample
supplied). When necessary to keep element looking good.
GOOD BAD
(moisture on hotplate)
BAD
(convex base)
BAD
(oversize)
BAD
(recessed base)
BAD
(undersize)
BAD
(no utensil)
GOOD BAD
(recessed base)
BAD
(convex base)
BAD
(undersize)
BAD
(oversize)
BAD
(moisture on hotplate)
BAD
(no utensil)
4 OPERATING FOR THE FIRST TIME Chef 540 Upright Cooker

installing your
oven accessories
Fitting oven shelves
1. Ensure shelf orientation is correct (refer diagram below).
2. Slide oven shelves onto oven supports (side runners) at an
angle until raised back of shelf is past the stop on oven
supports (side runners).
3. Lower front of shelf and push in until stop is reached.
4. To remove oven shelves, withdraw to the stop and raise
the front of shelf to clear the stop.
IMAGE
Note the orientation of the side and rear features
Oven shelf location
Not a shelf
position
5
4
3
2
1
5 position rack
5
4
3
2
1
Not a shelf position
5 Position Rack
NOTE: the top ledge is not a shelf position.
There are no stops for shelf withdrawal.
Fitting the grill dish
Separate Grill: Ensure rear of the dish is engaged with the
side support before sliding backwards. To remove, simply
pull forwards and upwards.
Engagement of
rear of dish
Engagement of rear of dish
Grill in Oven: see Fitting Oven Shelves
The grill dish with wire insert can be used in any of the two upper
height positions (shelf positions 4 and 5) between the runners.
NOTE: You must remove the grill dish when baking in the oven.
Replacing the oven light
WARNING
warning
Ensure the appliance is switched off at power point (not just
the control knobs) before replacing the light globe to avoid
possibility of electric shock!
Turn light anti-clockwise
to remove it for globe
Globe Specifications:
25W(maximum)/230–240V
TemperatureRating300°C
Edison Screw, small (E14)
Replacing battery – model GBC5276 only
Battery holder is located
behind kick panel.
PLEASE orientate
battery as shown.
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using the
gas oven
1. Burner Control Knob–setsBurnertemperature.
2. Grill Control Knob –setsgrillingtemperature.
3. Oven Control Knob –setsoventemperature.
4. 60 Minute Timer(wheretted)–setsremindertime.
When timer returns to zero, timer gives a short ring.
NOTE: for any time below 15 minutes, turn knob past
15minutes,thenbacktorequiredtimesetting.
5. Manual Grill or Oven Igniter–ignitesgrillburneror
oven burner when appropriate control knobs are set.
6. Light Switch(wheretted)–turnsovenlighton/off.
7. Fan Switch –turnsovenfanon/off.
8. Electronic Igniter Switch–igniteshotplateburners,
grill burner and oven burner when appropriate control
knobs are set.
Gas oven features and descriptions
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GBC5486
Gas oven conventional baking
The heat comes from the Bottom Oven burner. The temperature
at the centre of oven is the same temperature set on the
control knob. If oven is used on this mode, shelf position
is important. As hot air naturally rises, the upper half of the
ovenwillbeapproximately10°Chigherandthelowerhalf
approximately10°Ccoolerthanthesettemperature.
For best results from your gas oven use dark coloured trays
and baking dishes on a single shelf refer to ‘Hints’ section
for more information.
For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes
Gas oven fan forced baking
FanForcedbakinggenerallyrequireslowertemperaturethan
conventional baking. Most recipe books, unless stated, are for
conventional oven temperatures. It is recommended when using
thefanforcedmodetoreducetheoventemperatureby10°C.
In a fan forced gas oven the heat comes from the bottom burner.
Hot air is distributed by an electrically operated fan located
behind the rear wall of the compartment, providing an even
temperature on all shelf levels. This means batches of the same
food can be baked using multiple shelf positions simultaneously.
Fan Forced operation can be used for single shelf baking
withequalsuccess.
For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes before
turning on the fan.
GBC5246/5266
GBC5276
6USINGTHEGASOVENChef540UprightCooker

using the
gas oven
Gas hob
Ensure burner caps, crowns and trivets are properly located.
For wok ONLY use the trivet and burner dedicated for
wok cooking.
Flame port
Burner cup
Spark Plug Hole
Spark Plug
Burner Crow
Gas oven burner flame
From a cold start the oven burner flame will be higher
on the left hand-side. This does not affect cooking results.
Lighting gas hob, grill and oven
Hotplate Ignition – (Electronic and Battery)
Turn appropriate Burner Control Knob onto maximum and
at the same time press the Electronic Igniter Switch.
Hotplate Ignition – (Manual)
Need to be ignited by hand igniters (not supplied).
Grill Ignition – Electronic
Turn Grill Control Knob onto maximum and at the same time
press Electronic Igniter Switch.
Grill Ignition – Piezo
Turn the grill control Knob on to Maximum, at the same time
press the igniter button (several times if necessary)
It will make a loud ‘clack’ noise as the piezo mechanism
creates a spark
Oven Ignition – Electronic
Push and hold Oven Control Knob onto desired temperature
and at the same time press Electronic Igniter Switch. Hold knob
in for 20 seconds after ignition.
Oven Ignition – Piezo
With the left hand push and hold the Oven Control Knob in
andturnitquarterofthewayanti-clockwise.Keeptheoven
Control Knob pushed in firmly and at the same time push
the Oven Piezo Ignition button on the right hand side of the
control panel (several times if necessary). It will make a loud
‘clack’ noise as the piezo mechanism creates a spark. Hold knob
in for 20 seconds after ignition.
IMPORTANT: If hotplates, grill or oven do not Light within
8 seconds, allow 1 minute for gas to clear before trying again.
NOTE: Read ‘Operating for the first time’ page 4
Chef540UprightCookerUSINGTHEGASOVEN7

using the
electric oven
Electric features and descriptions
Grill in Oven Models
EBC5201, EBC5211, EBC5231
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142/3
Separate Grill Models
EBC5241, EBC5261, EBC5271, EBC5451, EBC5481
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1236
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1. Solid/Radiant/Ceramic Hotplate Control Knob
–setshotplatetemperature.
2. Grill Control Knob–setsgrillingtemperature.
3. Oven Control Knob–setsoventemperature
4. Grill/Oven Function Knob–Selectsgrillorovenfunction
5. Grill/Oven indicator light(s)–Comesonwhengrill/oven
temperature knob is operated. Oven indicator cycles on
and off when temperature is reached.
6. 60 Minute Timer–(wheretted)setsremindertime.
–Whentimerreturnstozero,timergivesashortring.
NOTE: For any time below 15minutes, turn knob past
15 minutes, then back to required time setting.
7. Light Switch –(wheretted)turnsovenlighton/off.
Solid hotplates
The red dot in the centre of hotplate changes colour when heated.
Radiant Hotplates
The hotplates have a tray underneath the hob for easier
cleaning of spills
Ceramic Hotplates
The hotplate has a hot warning light on the glass,
which indicates when on. This will continue to glow until
temperaturedropsbelow60°C.Caremuststillbetaken
if warning light is off as hot surfaces can still cause burns.
Electric oven conventional baking
The heat comes from the bottom oven element. The temperature
at the centre of oven is the same temperature set on the control
knob. If oven is used on this mode shelf position is important.
As hot air naturally rises, the upper half of the oven will be
approximately10°Chigherandthelowerhalfapproximately
10°Ccoolerthanthesettemperature.GrillinOvenModels
must remove the grill dish when baking in the oven. For best
results from your electric oven use silver, reflective or light
coloured trays and baking dishes on a single shelf refer to
‘Hints’ section for more information.
For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes.
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Electric oven fan forced baking
In a fan forced electric oven the heat comes from the rear
oven element. Hot air is distributed by a fan behind the rear
wall of the compartment, providing an even temperature on
all shelf levels. This means, batches of the same food can be
baked using multiple shelf positions simultaneously.
Fan forced operation can be used for single food baking with
equalsuccess.
FanForcedbakinggenerallyrequireslowertemperaturethan
conventional baking. Most recipes books, unless stated, are for
conventional oven temperatures. It is recommended when using
thefanforcedmodetoreducetheoventemperatureby10°C.
For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes
Read ‘Before Operating First Time’ page 4
using the
electric oven
Chef540UprightCookerUSINGTHEELECTRICOVEN9

general hints
and tips
Hints general
• Preheatovenuntilovenindicatorlightcyclesoff,approximately
30 minutes unless stated in a specific recipe
• Thematerialandnishofbakingtraysanddishesused
will affect the foods baked, especially base browning.
• Enamelware,anodisedaluminium,darkbakewareor
non-stick interiors and coloured exteriors will assist in
maintaining or reducing the baking time and increase
base browning.
• Whereas,ovenproofglasswareorceramicsarepoor
conductors of heat. The shiny surface of aluminium or
polished steel utensils or trays also reflects the heat rather
then passing it through to the food being baked.
• Alwaysplacedishescentrallyontheshelftoensure
even browning.
• Standcasserolesdishesorsimilar-typedishesonsuitably
sized baking trays to prevent spillage onto the base of
oven to make cleaning of oven easier.
• Donotplacedishes,traysorbakingpansdirectlyonthe
oven base as it becomes very hot and will crack and
craze the oven liner.
• Useovenproofcookware,whichwillwithstand
temperaturesof250°C.
• DONOTusebakingtrayslargerthan30x35cm(12x
14 inches) as they will restrict the circulation of the heat
and may affect performance of the oven.
• Useshallowcasseroledishesinpreferencetodeeperones,
this shortens cooking time in the oven.
Conventional oven
• Singleshelfbakinggivesbetterresults.However,
shelf position is critical, the centre of the oven is the
temperature shown on the oven control knob.
• DONOTplacebakingtrays,ovendishesorfoildirectly
on the base of oven, as trapped heat will crack and
craze the floor of the oven liner.
Fan Forced
• Bakingtrays,ovendishesSHOULDNOTbeplaceddirectly
against the grid covering the fan at the back of the oven.
• DoNotPlaceovendishesdirectlyontheovenbase.
• Makesureshelvesareevenlyspaced.
• Whenbakingmorethanonedishinfanforcedoven,
place dishes centrally on shelves rather than several
dishes on one shelf.
• Whentheovenisfullyoumayneedtoallowaslightly
longer baking time.
• Whendifferentsizesortraysortypesoffoodarebaked
they will not necessarily be ready together.
General tips
Condensation and Steam
• Alwaysstandbackfromheatedovenwhenopeningoven
door to allow any build-up of steam or heat to release
• Duringbaking/cookingsteammaybeproducedwhich
can be released when opening the oven door. This is
quitenormal.
• Ifthereisanybuild-upofcondensationonovendoorit
is recommended that it be carefully wiped away either
during or after baking/cooking.
Cleaning
Ovens and hobs are made from steel and enamel. Enamel
is essentially glass fired onto a base of steel, therefore, if
abrasives and harsh scourers are used it may scratch the surface.
General
• Alwayscleanapplianceafteruse,especiallyfood
spillage. Do not use steel wool, wax polishes, non caustic
or caustic based commercial cleaners as these will
damage your oven.
• Donotusesteamcleaners,asthismaycausemoisture
build-up especially in the glass door.
• DoorGlass–donotuseharshabrasivecleanersorsharp
metal scrapers to clean glass since they can scratch the
surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
NOTE: Door glass is a tough and durable material designed
to withstand heating and cooling without breaking. However
it must be remembered that it is glass and may break, treat
the glass with care. If you have any questions about the glass
in the oven please contact the Service centre on 13 13 49.
10 GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS Chef 540 Upright Cooker

Oven
• Makesureovenknobsareintheoffposition.
• Cleanimmediatelyafteruse,awarmoveniseasiertoclean.
• Usedetergentandhotwater(andhouseholdammonia/
cloudy ammonia if necessary) and a soft cloth. Dry thoroughly.
• Removeshelveswhencleaningoven.
• Ifthereisabuild-upofgrease,placeasmallovenproof
dish containing ¼ cup (62mL) household ammonia/cloudy
ammonia and ¾ cup (187mL) water in the oven. Heat
ovento110°C,turnovenoffwhen110°Cisreached
and leave over-night. The fumes will loosen stubborn
grease and stains. Remove bowl, wash with hot, soapy
water and dry well before closing oven door again.
Oven Shelves
• Chromeshelves:usedetergentandhotwater.Ifverydirty
use a non-abrasive nylon scourer.
• Enamelshelving:usedetergentandhotwater.Ifverydirty
a non-abrasive nylon scourer.
• Donotcleanovenpartswithabrasiveorcaustic-typecleaners.
Oven – Grill Dish and Insert
• Aftereveryuse,andwhilestillwarm,sprinklegrillinsert
with detergent and cover with wet paper towel this will
loosen food particles and grease.
• Washpanandgridwithhot,soapywaterwithalittle
household ammonia/cloudy ammonia added. Rinse and
dry before replacing in position.
Ceramic Hotplates
• Cleanwithdetergentandhotwaterandpolishwith
a soft cloth.
• Forhardertocleanspillsabladescraperissupplied.
• Aluminiumfoil,plasticandhighsugarcontentfoodcan
cause pitting if not removed before the hotplate has cooled.
Radiant Hotplates
• Canbeliftedupwardstocleananyspillageunderneath
the trim rings.
Solid Hotplates
• Solidhotplatesarettedwithstainlesssteeltrimrings,
which after initial use change colour to light brown. This is
a normal characteristic of stainless steel and will not affect
the operation or performance of your hotplates.
• Cleanoffanyspillageafterhotplatehascooleddown
• Atweeklyintervals,cleanhotplatewithanylonscouring
pad and soapy water. Wipe clean then warm hotplate
for 30 seconds to dry surface.
• Apply‘ShineOn’.Tohardenallowcoatingtosethotplate
on high for 3 minutes
Gas Burners
• Flameportblockagesshouldberemovedbythemeans
of a small metal cake skewer or nylon brush.
• Cleandirtysparkplugsverygentlywithanylonscourer.
Do not use steel wool. Do not bend spark plug as it
may break
Cleaning the airwash door
Cool air circulates through the door to lower the surface
temperature on the outside of the oven door.
To remove the inner glass for cleaning
• Carefullyremovethescrews,retainingplatesandrubber
pads as depicted in the diagram below.
• Removeglassgently–remembertousebothhands.
• Wipeinnerandouterglassgentlywithdetergentand
hot water.
• Wipecleananddrythoroughly.Donotovertightenthe
screws when reassembling door.
Glass retaining plates
and rubber pads
Airwash
inlet vent
Airwash outlet vent
COOL AIR
WARNING
warning
DO NOT use the oven with out the inner door glass fitted.
cleaning
the oven
Chef540UprightCookerCLEANINGTHEOVEN11

get to know
your oven
Get to know your new oven with this
‘Simple Test Cake’
Although we strive for a perfect performing oven, it’s
possible that there will be some variation in colour when
baking. Therefore, we suggest this simple, easy and delicious
to make Simple Test Cake, it can help you understand your
new oven. All ovens do sometimes have hot or cold spots,
therefore it is important to judge with your eye as you may
requiretorotateduringbaking.
‘Simple Test Cake’
125g butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence
4 large eggs
2 cups self-raising flour
pinch of salt
4 tablespoons (80mL) full-cream milk
Method:
1. Butter base and sides of two, 20cm straight-sided round
orsquarecakepans.Thenlinethebasewithgrease
proof or baking paper.
2. Preheat oven to moderate ‘180ºC’ (170ºC fan forced)
and ensure oven shelf is in the centre position of oven.
3. Cream softened butter and sugar until light in colour.
4. Add vanilla essence.
5. Then eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Sift flour and salt into the mixture and beat until
well combined.
7. Add milk and beat or stir to combine.
8. Spoonmixtureequallybetweenpreparedcakepans.
9. Bakeinpreheatedoven,middleshelfforabout25to
35 minutes or until when tested with a fine cake skewer
it comes out clean or the edges of the cakes have come
away slightly from the sides of the cake pans.
10. Remove from oven to wire cake rack and rest for 5 minutes
before removing from cake pans. Cool completely.
To Serve: sandwich together with your favourite jam or
conserve, and dust top with pure icing sugar.
FOOT NOTE: if desired substitute butter for either margarine
or olive oil spread.
Recipe is based on the Australian standard metric 250mL cup
and 20mL tablespoon sets
12GETTOKNOWYOUROVENChef540UprightCooker

Food Conventional Oven Fan forced oven Time in minutes
Temperature 0C Oven shelf position* Temperature 0C Oven shelf position*
Plain or fruit scones 220 2 (3) 210 Any 10 -15
Rolled biscuits
Spooned biscuits
Shortbread biscuits
170 2 150 Any 10 -15
190 2 180 Any 12 -15
160 1 or 2 150 Any 30 - 35
Hard individual meringues
Soft individual meringues
Pavlova–6eggs
110 2 100 Any 90
180 2 165 Any 15 - 20
110 (120) 1 100 Any 75
Patty cakes
Sponge–4eggs
Plain butter cake
Rich fruit cake
190 3(4) 180 Any 15 - 20
180 2 170 Any 20 - 30
180 2 170 Any 25 - 40
140 (150) 2 130 Any 180
Shortcrust cornish pasty#
Shortcrust custard tart
200
(200/180)
2 180
(180/160)
Any 40 - 45
(10/35)
Cream puffs 210 2 200 Any 25 - 30
Yeast bread 210 1 200 Any 25 - 30
Meat/Poultry/Fish Recommended temperature 0CMinutes per kilogram
Beef–Rare
–Medium
–Welldone
110 2
180 2
110 (120) 1
Lamb–Medium
–Welldone
200 40
60
Veal 180 60
Pork 200 60
Chicken 180 45 - 50
Duck 180 - 200 60 - 70
Turkey 180 40 - 45 ( 10kg)
35 - 40 ( 10kg)
Fish 180 20
oven
guide
The following is intended as a guide and experience may show some variation in cooking times necessary to meet individual
requirements.Wherethegasmodelsvaryfromelectric,detailsforgascookingisshowninbrackets‘()’.Ovenswere
preheated for 30 minutes before testing.
*Shelf position is counted from the bottom up. Bottom shelf is 1.
#Turn down temperatures and times shown.
Chef540UprightCookerOVENGUIDE13

trouble
shooting
Problem Causes What to do
Uneven cooking Incorrect shelf position Select shelf that puts food in centre of oven
Oven tray too large Try other trays or dishes
Trays not in centre Put trays in centre
Air flow in oven uneven Rotate food during cooking
Grill tray affecting thermostat Remove grill tray from oven on bake modes
Baked products too brown on top Oven not preheated Preheat the oven
Baking tins too large for recipe Use correct size tins
Baking tins not evenly spaced Stagger baking tins at least 3cm between tins and
the oven walls
Products not evenly sized or spaced on tray
s Make into same size and shape and spread
evenly over trays
Baked products too brown
on bottom
Baking tins too large Use correct size tins
Baking tins are dark metal or glass Change to shiny, light tins or lower the
temperatureby10°C
Food too low in oven Cook one shelf higher
Ovendooropenedtoofrequentlyduring
baking
Don’t open the oven door until at least half the
cooking time has passed
Baking temperature too high Lower the temperature
Grill tray affecting thermostat Remove grill tray from oven on bake modes
Cakes have a cracked thick crust Baking temperature too high Lower the temperature
Food too low in oven Cook one shelf higher
Cake batter over mixed Mix just long enough to combine the ingredients
Baking tin too deep Check size of tin and use recommended size
Baking tins dark Change to shiny light tins
Baked products are pale,
flat and undercooked
Baking temperature too low Raise the temperature
Food too low in oven Cook one shelf higher
Baking time too short Increase cooking time
Incorrect baking tin size Use correct size tin
Cakes fallen in centre Baking temperature too low Raise the temperature
Baking time too short Increase cooking time
Proportions of ingredients incorrect for recipe Check recipe
Opening door too early during baking Donotopendooruntilthelastquarterof
cooking time
Roast meat and potatoes not brown
in fan oven
Poor hot air circulation Elevate food onto a rack to allow air circulation
Grill tray affecting thermostat Remove grill tray from oven on bake modes
Juices running out of meat Do not pierce meat with fork, turn with tongs
Grilled meats overcooked on
outside and raw in the centre
Grill at lower insert position
Grilled chops and steaks curling Cut into fat every 2cm (¾")
14 TROUBLE SHOOTING Chef 540 Upright Cooker

Problem What to do
Operational problems
ie: Oven, grill or hob not working
Check the electricity is turned on
Check your fuses. If the fuse continues to blow, call the Service Centre
Check the circuit breaker
Ensure correct knob is turned
Gasonly–Dryorcleanignitionelectrodes
Gasonly–Makesureameportsandignitionareasarecleananddrypg7
Gasonly–Checkgassupplyison
Gasonly–Ensurecap/crowncorrectlytted.Pg7
Replace or tighten light globes (where fitted) pg 5
Replace battery (battery model only) pg 5
Heat up problems Check oven door is closed properly
Remove foil or trays from bottom of oven
Change set oven temperature
Preheat your oven/grill before you put the food in to be cooked pg 10
Unit smoking/outdoors Turn oven/grill on high to remove protective oils pg 4
Persistentgassmell–donotoperateappliance.Callservice
Condensation
Note: some condensation is normal and
is to be expected during cooking
Reduce the amount of water used for cooking
Leave the door open after cooking if food remains in cooker for warming
Timer not audible TurnTimerknobpast15-minutemarkthentotherequirednumberofminutes
Oven shelf light Remove shelf and insert as per diagram pg 5
Cooking problems Check the colour of your baking dish is correct pg 10
Check the Oven Cooking Guide pg 13
Check the size of your baking dish is correct
Rotate food during cooking when at least half the cooking time has passed
Spacing and size of food on trays and the number of baking dishes in the oven can affect air
circulation. Adjust cooking times accordingly
If you have a problem with your appliance check the following before you ring service.
Whenyouneedinformation,serviceorreplacementspleasequote:
1. Model Number
2. Serial Number: You can find these on the data plate, which can be seen when the oven door is open. If you need more information, please contact the
CustomerCareCentreon1300363640(Australia–Centreisopen8.00amto5.00pmMondaytoFridayEST)Or095732384(NewZealand–
Centre is open 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday). Only authorised service centres should carry out servicing. Otherwise warranty may be void.
Ifyouhaveawarrantyorsparepartsenquiry,youshouldcallthenumberslistedonthebackpage.
trouble
shooting
Chef 540 Upright Cooker TROUBLE SHOOTING 15

installation
Location
The appliance has been designed to fit in a 550mm wide gap in kitchen cabinets or free space either side.
Make sure the top of the cooker is at lease 10mm higher that the level of the bench top.
WARNING
warning
In order to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance
(for example, by a child climbing onto the open oven door),
the anti tilt plate and stabilising bolt MUST be installed.
Locate anti-tilt plate to the rear wall and 25mm from side of
cupboard. Securely fix anti-tilt plate to the floor with fasteners.
Adjustlevellingfeetoncookerasrequired.
1. To remove the small kick panel depicted, the panel must
be lifted upwards from the edge to release the clip from
each location hole. The larger style kick panels can be
pulled outwards to release from the clips.
2. Fasten the stability bolt bracket to the front frame with the
2 screws supplied.
3. Reposition cooker back into the anti-tilt plate and then
mark the position of the stability bolthole.
4. Pull cooker out and drill the bolthole, using a 6.5mm
masonry or wood drill. Minimum 30mm deep for concrete.
Anti-tilt plate
Plate
Stabilising bolt
16 INSTALLATION Chef 540 Upright Cooker

installation
Electric wiring requirements
The cooker MUST be installed in compliance with
• WiringconnectionsinAS/NZS3000WiringRules
• Localregulations,municipalbuildingcodesandother
statutory regulations
• DataPlate–Givesinformationabouttheratingand
is located behind the bottom of the oven door
• Circuitdiagram–Islocatedonthebackpanelof
the appliance
• AfunctionalswitchMUSTbeprovidedneartheappliance
inanaccessibleposition(AS/NZS3000–Clause4.7.1)
• WiringMUSTbeprotectedagainstmechanicalfailure
(AS/NZS3000–Clause3.9).
• Thecookerrequiresameansofallpoledisconnection
incorporated into the fixed wiring. This MUST have a
disconnection gap of 3mm.
• ThecookerMUSTbeproperlyearthed.
• Whenconnectionsaremadetoamultiphase230/240V
supply, the bridge piece MUST be removed from between
the active connections.
• NZOnly:Theappliancemustbeconnectedtothesupply
by a supply cord fitted with the appropriately rated plug
that is compatible with the socket-outlet fitted to the final
sub circuit in the fixed wiring that is intended to supply
this appliance.
Hard wiring
1. Remove rear panel.
2. Fit wires through hole at bottom centre using the
appropriate gland to protect insulation of wires from the
hole edge. Note that the secondary insulation of the wires
will probably need to be removed to fit through gland.
Iftheconduittoapplianceisrequiredtobenddueto
rearwallanelbowmayberequiredtoachievethis.
3. Set the length of wiring from the gland to terminal block,
ensuring length is sufficient but not excessive.
4. Make connections to terminals and engage wires into
plastic clip. Cable tie as per diagram and secure plastic
clip with two long screws supplied.
5. Replace rear cover.
Cable Tie
Plastic clip screw
securing points
Gland
Plastic Clip
WARNING
warning
Warning! Ensure wires cannot contact hot element ends or
sharp edges.
Gas requirements
The cooker MUST be installed in compliance with:
• TheAS5601(particularreferencetoclause4.8and5.12.1)
• Localgasttingregulations,municipalbuildingcodesand
other statutory regulations.
The cookers come in two gas types:
NaturalgasandPropane.Ifthecookerisrequiredtouse
ULPG, a conversion kit can be obtained by contacting the
Customer Care Centre for details. Before installation, check
that the cooker is suitable for the gas supply by looking at the
data plate behind the bottom of the oven door.
Chef 540 Upright Cooker INSTALLATION 17

Restraining Device
Anchor Points
Grill Shutter
Pressure test point
NG Regulator
(P/No. 294-001-032)
1/2” BSP
Internal Thread
Connection
Gas
Point
150mm
650mm
Gas Flow
The following table shows the supply and operating pressures for various supplies.
Gas type Natural gas Universal LPG
Supply pressure
at inlet to appliance regulator
(if fitted)
1.13 (kPa)
Minimum
2.75* (kPa) 2.75* (kPa)
Operate pressure at
appliance test point
1.00 (kPa) 2.75 (kPa) 2.75 (kPa)
*If the regulator is placed upstream of the cooker inlet, as is normal for cookers operating on LPG, then the supply pressure
and operating pressure are the same. The following table shows the injector sizes for each burner.
The following table shows the injector sizes for each burner.
Injector Natural gas Universal LPG Propane
Low heat burner 1.00 mm 0.55 mm 0.62 mm
Medium heat burner 1.35 mm 0.70 mm 0.82 mm
High heat burner 1.60 mm 0.90mm 0.95mm
Intense heat wok burner 1.75 mm 1.00 mm 0.95mm
Grill–maininjector 1.50 mm 0.82 mm 0.82 mm
Oven–maininjector 1.60 mm 0.82 mm 0.95mm
Oven–bypassscrew 0.73 mm 0.45 mm 0.45 mm
Checking pipe size
To work out a suitable pipe size for connection use the information in this table.
Injector orifice Natural gas Universal LPG Propane
Hot burner configuration STD WOK STD WOK STD WOK
Hourly gas consumption for cooker 62.8MJ 64.5MJ 50.1MJ 53.4MJ 56.5MJ 56.8MJ
Also use information about the length of the run, number of
elbows, tees and bends, the available service pressure and
thesupplyrequirements.AS5601willhelpyouwiththismatter.
Operation ON/SNG
• TheapplianceregulatorMUSTbeorientatedsothatthe
pressure nipple is accessible.
• ThearrowshowingthedirectionofowMUSTbe
pointed correctly
• Theregulatorhasa½”BSPinternalthreadattheinlet
and outlet
installation
18 INSTALLATION Chef 540 Upright Cooker

Wiring connection for gas cooker
To allow for disconnection of the appliance after installation,
the plug must be accessible after installation, or a functional switch
must be provided near the appliance in an accessible position.
Gas connection
Read these points before connecting to the gas supply:
• Thecookerinletconnectionpointhasa½”BSPexternal
thread. See Diagram below.
• ANGregulatororaLPGtestpointttingissupplied.
• Itisrecommendedtottheregulatorortestpointttingto
the appliance connection point, then fit either hard piping
or a high level flexible connection (AS5601 clause 5.12.1.8)
which is then attached to the consumer hard piping.
• Ensureinstallationallowswithdrawalofappliance.
Restraining Device
Anchor Points
Grill Shutter
Pressure test point
NG Regulator
(P/No. 294-001-032)
1/2” BSP
Internal Thread
Connection
Gas
Point
150mm
650mm
Gas Flow
Operation on universal/propane
1. The appliance inlet fitting provided MUST be orientated
so that the pressure nipple is accessible.
2.Theinletttinghas½”BSPinternalthreadattheinlet
and outlet.
Operation on SNG
• IfthecookeristobeusedwithSNG,thenthegrillburner
MUST be modified by the replacement of the shutter,
which fits into the throat of the grill burner.
• Aconversionkitcanbeobtainedfrombycontactingthe
Customer Care Centre
Restraining Device
Anchor Points
Grill Shutter
Pressure test point
NG Regulator
(P/No. 294-001-032)
1/2” BSP
Internal Thread
Connection
Gas
Point
150mm
650mm
Gas Flow
1. Remove the control panel.
2. Remove the existing NG shutter securing screw (refer
diagram) and slide upwards to disengage from grill burner.
3. Slide the SNG shutter into position and secure with screws.
Testing the gas cooker
WARNING
warning
You MUST test the cooker after installation, before you hand
it over to the customer.
You MUST have a manometer and a connecting tube.
installation
Chef540UprightCookerINSTALLATION19

Checking the gas supply
1. Check the manometer zero point is correct.
2. Connect the manometer to the cooker pressure test point.
This is located on the regulator or LPG inlet fitting.
3. Turn on the gas supply and the electricity (if applicable)
and try to ignite the gas. Note: It will take additional time
to light the gas for the first time, as air needs to be purged
from the pipes.
4. Check the operating pressure for the particular gas type
(see table).
• ForLPGcookers:Adjusttheregulatorifnecessary
(this may be remote from the cooker).
• ForNGcookers:Regulatorsaresuppliedpre-adjusted
and configured by the component maker for use with
NaturalGas.Theapplianceinstallerisnotrequiredto
make an adjustment to obtain the correct outlet pressure
setting. An arrow on the base of the regulator indicates
the direction of the gas flow when the inlet and outlet
of the regulator are orientated correctly.
5. When the regulator has been fitted check for leaks from
the connections with soapy water.
Checking regulator function
With the appliance operating, check the outlet pressure:
1. When all the burners of the appliance are operating
at maximum,
2. When the smallest burner of the appliance is operating
at minimum, Under these conditions the outlet pressure
should not vary from nominal operating pressure of 1.0kPa
by more then ± 20% (ie ±0.20kPa for Natural Gas).
If the regulator appears to not be performing satisfactorily
then check the following points.
1. If the outlet pressure is consistently too low then
• theinletpressuremaybetoolowandadjustment
of an upstream regulator may be needed, or
• anupstreamregulatororvalvewithinsufcientow
capacity may be present in the gas supply line. It may be
necessary to repeat the checks whilst measuring both the
inlet and outlet pressure to determine if the inlet pressure
is in the range 1.13-5kPa.
2. Check that the regulator has been fitted to the gas supply
line in the correct orientation.
3. Replace the regulator if it fails to perform after the checks.
Testing cooker features
• Observetheameappearanceoneachburner.Ifitis
smaller or larger than expected, then the injector size
needs checking.
• Iftheameisunsatisfactory,thenrefertotheElectrolux
Technical Publications and correct the fault if possible.
• Whenmaximumameappearanceiscorrect,thencheck
the turn down setting on each burner. If incorrect, proceed
as follows:
1. Remove the control panel and adjust the bypass screw
mounted on the body of each hotplate control cock.
2. Check the ignition on all burners both separately and
in combination.
3. Check the operation of the electrical components,
if applicable.
4. When operating correctly, show customer how to use
the cooker.
5. If not operating correctly, advise the customer to ring
Electrolux service. Place a warning sign on cooker or
if dangerous, disconnect cooker.
installation
20 INSTALLATION Chef 540 Upright Cooker