Creda Gainsborough II User manual

Instructions for Installation and Use
Gainsborough II
To the Installer
Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this
booklet. The information can be found on the rating plate.
To the User
You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the
appliance and then retain them for future reference.
Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’
before the ovens can be used.
Note: Ensure that the oven is securely fixed to the
cabinet before use.

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Introduction 4
CONTENTS
3
For Your Safety – Always 5
For Your Safety – Never 6
Features 7
Controls 8
Oven Timer Operation 9
Know Your Timer 10
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation 11-14
Grill Pan and Handle 15
Using The Grill 16
Guide To Grilling Successfully 18
Using the Oven as a Fan Oven 21
Using the Oven for Other Functions 22
Temperature Conversion Scale 24
Oven Temperature Charts 25-26
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory 27
Care & Cleaning 28-31
Installation 32-35
Something Wrong? 36
Service Back Cover

INTRODUCTION
Your new cooker is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is
only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the
installation instructions detailed in this booklet.
To help make best use of your cooking equipment,
please read this booklet carefully.
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 temporary finish on oven liners
and elements and also any moisture absorbed by the insulation.
This odour is due to any temporary finish on oven linings and elements and also
any moisture absorbed by the insulation.
Note: When the cooker is first used, an odour may be emitted - this will cease
after a short period of use
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:
(a) Has been used solely in accordance with the Users Instruction Book.
(b) Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on
the rating plate attached to this equipment.
(c) Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or
repaired by any person other than the manufacturers authorised
employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.
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This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Low Voltage Equipment Electromagnetic Compatibility
73/23/EEC 89/336/EEC
93/68/EEC 92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
DISPOSAL OF YOUR PRODUCT
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully
and safely. Remove all doors and lids (where fitted). Remove the mains cable
(where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no
plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply.
To help the environment Local Authority instructions should be followed for the
disposal of your product.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
When used properly, your appliance is completely safe but as with any
electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR
APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS
●Always make sure you remove all packaging and literature from inside the
oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.
●Always make sure you understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
●Always keep children away from the appliance when in use as the surfaces
will get extremely hot during and after cooking.
●Always make sure all controls are turned off when you have finished cooking
and when not in use.
●Always stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam
or heat to disperse.
●Always use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the
oven/grill.
●Always take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.
●Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and
allow the appliance to cool.
●Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on
the oven.
●Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.
●Always take care when removing utensils from the top oven when the main
oven is in use as the contents may be hot.
●Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking
can cause a fire.
●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 refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.
SAFETY ADVICE
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN OR ANY OTHER PAN FIRE:
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH.
2. COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH, this will smother
the flames and extinguish the fire.
3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING IT.
Injuries are often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.
NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force of the
extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over. Never use water to extinguish oil or
fat fires. 5

FOR YOUR SAFETY
NEVER
●Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as
all cooking surfaces will be hot during and after use.
●Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
●Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.
●Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.
●Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the
container to burst.
●Never store chemicals, food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the
appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance.
●Never operate the grill with the door closed as this will cause the appliance
to overheat.
●Never use the appliance as a room heater.
●Never use the grill to warm plates.
●Never dry any items on the oven doors.
●Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.
●Never allow children to play with the appliance controls.
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FEATURES
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OVEN
TEMPERATURE
& FUNCTION
CONTROL CLOCK & OVEN TIMER
REMOVABLE
ROOF
PANEL
GRILL PAN
GRILL DOOR OVEN
LIGHT
INNER DOOR
GLASS
OVEN
SHELF
RATING PLATE – Record the Model No. and the
Serial No. on the Service Page.
OVEN PILOT
GRILL SETTING
CONTROL
GRILL
ELEMENT
STAY CLEAN
LINER
OVEN FAN
STAY CLEAN
LINER
MEAT PAN
INNER DOOR GLASS
MAIN OVEN
DOOR
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Cooling Fan: A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when any
selector switch is used.
Note: Whenever the appliance has been used, the cooling fan may
run on or restart itself after all the controls have been turned off.
This indicates that the appliance is still warm.
Oven Interior The oven light is operated when the oven control is used.
Light The oven has a light only position.
Slow Cooking The oven has a “Slow Cook Setting” this can be used for slow
cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for a short period.
CONTROLS
CONTROL MARKINGS
Note: It is advisable to check that all oven controls have been switched off when
you have finished using the appliance.
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Control
Knob Description
Grill Setting Control
Main Oven Temperature &
Function Control
A
B
Function
Selects the heat at which the grill will cook the
food.
1 – 4 Grill Settings Control:
1 = Low, 4 = High
Fan Only Setting
- This is used to decrease the amount
of time required to defrost food
items.
Oven Light Only
- Switches on the Oven Interior
Light Only.
Oven Temperature Scale (In
Degrees Centigrade).
- When cooking select the required
cooking temperature.
Fan
Only
Oven
Light
80 -
230
C
B
A
GRILL SETTING CONTROL MAIN OVEN TEMPERATURE AND FUNCTION
CONTROL
TIMER
AB

OVEN TIMER OPERATION
AUTOMATIC COOKING
The Oven can be controlled by the automatic timer. When the
timer control has been set for one oven, it is possible to use the other oven only
during the same automatic cooking programme.
HINTS ON AUTOMATIC COOKING
1. Select foods which will require the same cooking time and temperature.
2. To ensure food does not cool down and require reheating, set the end time
so the food is ready when you require it.
3. Always ensure that meat and poultry is defrosted before placing in the oven.
4. Whenever possible, take food out of the refrigerator and keep it as cool as
possible.
5. If cooking food that requires frying before placing in the oven for auto
cooking, keep the delay start time to a minimum.
6. Never place hot or warm food in the oven for delay start cooking as it could
cause the oven to be warm and produce harmful bacteria in the food.
7. We advise that dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat, e.g.
Shepherd's Pie, should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a delay
period.
8. Ensure that delay start times are kept to a minimum to prevent bacterial
growth in food.
9. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay period
so it is best to add these ingredients just before serving.
10. 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.
11. Dishes containing liquid should not be filled too full to prevent boiling over.
12. 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.
13. Always ensure that food is piping hot and cooked thoroughly before
serving.
14. Only reheat food once.
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Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’ before the ovens
can be used.
NEVER operate the grill when the ovens are set to cook automatically
because the oven cavity can become warm and this may cause bacterial
growth in food.

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KNOW YOUR TIMER
CLOCKFACE
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
Ensure correct time of day is always set, before using your 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(s) on as part of an “Auto Cooking” programme.
(e.g. If you set 2 hours, the food will be cooked for 2 hours).
The time of day at which you want an “Auto Cooking” programme to end.
For Example: If you set a “Cook Period” for 2 hours, and “End Time” of
11:00. The timer will switch the oven(s) on at 9:00 and turn the oven(s) off at
11:00. You will hear a audible tone at 11:00, to indicate that the Auto
Cooking Programme has finished.
Notes:
– When setting an Auto Cooking programme you will need to set the oven
controls(s) to the required temperature(s) when you set the timer.
_ If an Auto Cooking programme has been set the oven(s) will only operate
during the pre-programmed time.
Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the
ovens(s) to Manual operation.
Used to adjust the various timer function settings.
Minute Minder
Button
Cook Period Button
End Time Button
Manual Button
“+” and “–” Buttons
Minute
Minder Cook
Period End Time Manual
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Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC
OVEN TIMER OPERATION
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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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Minute
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.

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC
OVEN TIMER OPERATION
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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(s) to the required temperature, and if
necessary select the appropriate oven function.
Note: If your appliance has two ovens: When the timer has been
set for one oven it is possible to use the other oven only during the
same Automatic programme.
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(s) to the OFF position.
Step 10 Press the manual button again to return the oven(s) 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(s) On and Off Automatically
(b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period.
a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY
This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven
switches off Automatically.
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the
time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Cooktop Symbol
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Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
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Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC
OVEN TIMER OPERATION
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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(s) to the OFF position.
Step 8 Press the “Manual” button again to return the cooker 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(s).
Step 3 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if necessary select the
appropriate oven function.
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Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Cookpot Symbol
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Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
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Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
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.

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC
OVEN TIMER OPERATION
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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.
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TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE
THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED.
Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.
Step 2 Press 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(s) to “Manual”
operation. The “Auto” symbol will go out.
Minute
Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
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Minder Cook Period End Time Manual
Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by
simply pressing the Cook Period button.

The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and storage.
The grill pan handle can be fixed as follows:
Step 1 Remove screw & washers from the grill pan bracket (a).
Step 2 Tilt the handle over the recess (b).
Step 3 Slide it towards the centre of the pan (c).
Step 4 Locate the handle over the bracket (d).
For a fixed handle, replace screw & washers and ensure they are fully
tightened up. If a detachable handle is required, do not replace screw
& washers.
GRILL PAN FOOD GRID
TOP OVEN SHELF POSITIONING FOR GRILLING
The shelf can be inserted in two different ways for grilling. The
grilling chart will indicate the correct orientation
OPERATION WHEN USING THE GRILL
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Orientation A
Orientation B
Note: If a fixed handle is required, the grill pan is unable to be kept in the main
oven with the door closed but may be stored in the top oven with the door closed.
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
GRILL PAN FOOD GRID
(a)
(b) (c)
(d)

B
A
TOP OVEN SHELF POSITIONING FOR GRILLING
Do not place food / utensils
directly on the oven floor.
There should always be at least
25mm (1 inch) between the top of
the food and the grill element.
Step 1 Place the shelf in the correct position (see Grilling Guide).
Place the food/grill pan on the shelf,
positioned centrally under the grill
element. Leave the top oven door full
open.
Step 2 Turn knob (A) clockwise to select the
Grill Setting (1–6). (1=Low, 6=High).
Grill Controls Example:
= High Grill Setting
NOTE: Do not grill with the grill door closed.
Step 3 After use, turn control A
anti clockwise to the off (0) position.
OPERATION WHEN USING THE GRILL
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DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the grill is in use as the
surfaces get extremely hot.
GRILL SETTING CONTROL
TIMER
A
DOOR POSITION
FOR GRILLING.
NOTE: As you turn past the end of the oven temperature scale you will feel resistance
on the knob – continue turning clockwise until the grill setting position is selected.
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2
1
NOTE: Ensure oven timer is set to Manual.
Preheat the grill if indicated on grill chart.
The grill pan must be placed on the correct shelf and positioned centrally under
the grill element.
Leave the control at 6 for toast, and for fast cooking of foods.
For thicker foods requiring longer cooking, turn the switch to a lower setting
after the initial sealing on both sides at 6. The thicker the food, the lower the
control should be set.
DO NOT line the grill pan with aluminium foil, as this increases the amount of
fat spitting which can cause a fire.
After use always return both controls to their OFF (0) position.
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GUIDE TO GRILLING
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Food
Toasting of bread
products
Small cuts of meat,
sausages, bacon
Chops, etc.
Gammon steaks
Fish: Whole
Fillets
Fingers
Pre-cooked
potato products
Pizzas
Browning of food
e.g. Cauliflower
cheese
Preheat oven for
five minutes
Setting 4 Setting 4 Setting 4 Setting 4 Setting 4 Setting 4 Setting 4
Shelf position from
base of oven and
orientation
2B 2A 2A 2B 2B 2B 1A
Setting
Setting 4
Setting 4 for 4
minutes then
reduce to Setting 3
Setting 4 for 6-8
minutes then reduce
to Setting 3-21/2
Setting 4
Setting
31/2
Setting 3 Setting 4
Approximate
cooking time
5-10 minutes
10-25 minutes 20-35 minutes
8-12 minutes
10-15 minutes 10-20 minutes 15-20 minutes 10-20 minutes 10-20 minutes
Pan to be used
Grill pan and food
support
Grill pan and food
support
Grill pan and food
support
In base of grill pan In base of grill pan
Grill pan and food
support
Dish placed directly
on the shelf

USING THE OVEN FOR FAN COOKING
Since a circulaire fan oven heats up more quickly and generally cooks food at a
lower temperature than a conventional oven, pre-heating is often unnecessary.
For guides on “pre-heating”, “cooking temperatures” and “cooking times” see
“Oven Temperature Charts” later in book.
OVEN SHELF POSITIONING FOR FAN OVEN
Most foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, due to even distribution
of heat in the oven, but the shelves must be evenly spaced.
Food or utensils should never be placed directly on the floor of the oven
for cooking.
OVEN UTENSILS
Do Not Use: Meat Pans larger than – 375mm x 300mm (15”x12”)
Baking Trays larger than – 325mm x 250mm (13”x10”)
FAN OVEN OPERATION
Note: Charts are a guide only, to suit personal taste and requirements, it may
be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10oC. It may also be
necessary to increase or decrease cooking times.
DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the main oven is in
use as the surfaces get extremely hot.
Note: When you have finished using your cooker, always return the controls to their OFF
(O) position. At the end of the cooking period there may be a momentary puff of steam
when the door is opened. This will disperse in a few seconds and is a perfectly normal
characteristic of an oven with a good door seal.
OVEN TEMPERATURE & FUNCTION CONTROL
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C
TIMER
B
Step 1 Check that the timer is in manual.
Step 2 Place the shelf/shelves in the correct position (see Oven Temperature
Charts.
Step 3 Place the food centrally on the shelf ensuring the oven door is fully closed.
Step 4 Select the required cooking temperature (80 to 230oC) by turning control (B)
clockwise. The pilot light ( ● ) will immediately come on, and remain on
until the oven reaches the required temperature. The light will then
automatically go off and on during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains
the correct temperature.

FAN ONLY SETTING
DEFROSTING FROZEN MEAT & POULTRY
Joints of meat and whole birds should be defrosted slowly, preferably in a
refrigerator (allowing 5-6 hours per lb.) or at room temperature (allowing
2-3 hours per lb.).
Frozen meat or poultry must be completely defrosted before cooking in the oven.
However, to decrease the amount of time required to defrost food items, a non-
heating fan only setting may be selected for the main oven only.
OPERATION: TO ASSIST IN DEFROSTING:
Place food in the oven and close the oven door.
Turn the Oven Temperature and Function Control (B) clockwise to the
setting.
This defrosts by circulating the air around the food, time to defrost will depend on
type and size of the food.
NOTES: DO NOT defrost meat and poultry by warming the food through.
Foods ideally suited to defrosting using the fan only setting are cream/cream
cakes, butter cream filled cakes, gateaux, cheese cakes, iced cakes, quiches,
pastries, biscuits, bread, croissants, fruit and many delicate frozen foods.
If fish, meat and poultry are to be defrosted using the fan only setting, where
possible it is recommended that the food should be small & thin.
The items should be placed so that the maximum amount of surface area is
exposed to the circulating air, and that they are turned regularly to ensure even
defrosting.
Larger cuts of meat and poultry may be defrosted by using the fan only setting up
to a maximum weight of 2 kg (4lb 8oz).
It is important to wash both meat and poultry and cooking utensils immediately
after defrosting and before cooking. Food should be cooked immediately after
defrosting.
LIGHT ONLY SETTING
When the Oven Temperature & Function Control (B) is turned clockwise to
the setting, the main oven light only will illuminate.
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It is very important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and
hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
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“SLOW” SETTING
This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short
periods. Extra care should be taken when warming bone china, as it may be
damaged in a hot oven.
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 joints of meat are tenderised.
Fully loading the oven can be economical.
Cooking times can be extended in some cases by up to 2 hours.
The kitchen stays cooler.
OPERATION:
1. Place the prepared food in the oven and ensure the door is fully closed.
2. Select (Slow Cooking Temperature) by turning Oven Temperature
& Function Control (B) clockwise ensuring the oven door is fully closed.
STORAGE & RE-HEATING OF FOOD:
1. If food is to be frozen or not used immediately, place it in a clean container
and cool as soon as possible.
2. Always thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before re-heating.
3. Always reheat food thoroughly and ensure it is piping hot before serving.
4. Only re-heat food once.
POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN PREPARING FOOD FOR SLOW COOKING
1. Make sure that the dishes to be used will fit into the oven ensuring enough room
for air to circulate.
2. All dishes cooked on the slow setting will require a minimum of 6 hours, however,
it they are cooked for 1-2 hours longer then deterioration in their appearance may
be noticed.
3. Never cook joints of meat over 2.7kg (6 lb) or poultry over 2.0kg (4lb 8oz).
We do not recommend that joints of meat or poultry are stuffed before cooking on
the slow setting.
4. To seal in the meat juices, always cook meat or poultry at 170oC for 30 minutes
before wrapping in foil and placing on a rack over a tin (to allow good air
circulation) before turning the control to the slow setting and cooking immediately.
5. Always ensure that joints of pork and poultry are thoroughly cooked by checking
with a meat thermometer before serving.
6. Always thaw frozen foods completely before cooking. We do not recommend
placing frozen food in the oven to cook.
7. Always bring soups, liquids and casseroles to the boil before placing in the oven.
8. Ensure that casserole dishes have a good seal (not airtight) and cover to the
top with foil to prevent loss of moisture.
9. Ensure that fruit and vegetables are cut into even sized small pieces to cook
properly.
10. Always adjust seasoning before serving.
11. If using dried red kidney beans it is important that the beans are soaked and then
boiled for a minimum of 10 minutes before using in any dish to destroy any toxins.
12. When cooking fish or egg dishes it may be necessary to check during cooking to
avoid overcooking.
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DO NOT place food or plates directly on the oven floor as this could damage both
the oven lining and the plates which are being warmed.