Defy GEMINI MASTER CHEF User manual

Owner’s
Manual
GEMINI MASTER CHEF
UNDER
COUNTER
OVEN
CONTENTS
2 Introduction
2 Unpacking
2 Cupboard Design
2 Installation
3 Electrical Installation
3 Safety Advice
4 The Control Panel
4 Automatic Oven Timer / Clock
7 Baking or Cooking in the Oven
7 Grilling
8 Solid Plates
9 Ceran Smooth Top
10 Maintenance
11 Problem Check
11 Owner’s Responsibility
11 Service
12 Features
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of this quality appliance.
We, the manufacturer, trust that you will enjoy many years of trouble free use. Please
read these instructions carefully before using the oven. This book will provide you with
information on how to operate and care for your appliance in order that you gain the
maximum benefit from it.
UNPACKING
• Please ensure that packaging material is disposed of in a responsible manner. Plastic
bags should be cut up to prevent children playing with them and accidentally
suffocating.
• Remove all packing from the oven cavity and position the accessories.
• If the appliance is damaged in any way, do not use it. Report the damage to your
dealer, who will take the necessary corrective action.
CUPBOARD DESIGN
• Cooking appliances generate considerable heat. The layout and materials of the
mounting cabinet should take account of the characteristics of the oven.
• Surfaces immediately adjacent to the oven should be able to withstand temperatures
of up to 100°C without delaminating or discolouring.
• Gemini ovens exhaust through a vent in the upper part of the handle. The vent in the
lower part of the handle is an air intake.
• Gemini ovens are designed for installation with cupboard doors which provide at least
100mm. clearance alongside and above the oven. The overhanging worktop may be
subjected to heat as well as condensation if moist foods are being cooked.
• Note that the oven door is reversible and may hinge from the left or right. Consult the
nearest Defy Service Centre and they will advise the correct procedure.
INSTALLATION
Aperture Hob fixing bracket
‘U’ SEAL FOR SOLID
PLATE HOB ONLY

• The hob should be installed in a ventilated cupboard fitted with a sturdy work-top and
must be secured using the fixing brackets provided.
• Place the oven on the floor in front of the aperture and make the electrical connection
before installing. This will ensure enough cable length for subsequent servicing.
• Lift off the top trim and unscrew the bottom trim. This will expose the fixing holes.
• Secure the oven to the cabinet using suitable screws. (Fasteners are not provided.)
• Replace the top and bottom trims.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
“This appliance must be earthed and the manufacturer and the seller do
not accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect installation or
electrical connection.”
Earth leakage
This appliance should not be connected through an earth leakage system.
Refer to S.A.B.S. 0147.
Connection to the power supply must be carried out by a licensed electrician, who will
ensure that the oven is correctly connected and safely earthed. The rated current is printed
on the serial number label attached to the oven bottom trim.
The appliance must be connected to the mains through a double pole isolating switch
which has a minimum clearance between the contacts of 3 mm. in both poles.
A means for disconnection must be provided in the fixed wiring.
Hob to oven connection—Two 6 pin electrical plugs are used. (Refer to label on oven)
SAFETY ADVICE
• Only use the appliance for preparing food.
• Always keep children away from the appliance when it is in use.
• Do not leave hot fat or oil unattended. If overheating occurs, these could catch fire.
• Switch off the power at the mains in the event of a fault or when cleaning the
appliance.
• Do not store flammable items in the oven. If the oven is inadvertently switched on,
these could catch fire.
• Never cover the bottom oven element with aluminium foil. Cooking times will be
affected and the oven enamel could be damaged.
• Avoid spilling fruit juice, particularly citrus, on the appliance as it could damage the
enamel.
• Always keep the oven door gasket clean as this will enable the door to seal properly.

THE CONTROL PANEL
OVEN THERMOSTAT
AND INDICATOR
LIGHT
AU TOM ATIC
OVEN TIMER
AND CLOCK
LEFT
BACK
PLATE
CONTROL
RIGHT
BACK
PLATE
CONTROL
RIGHT
FRONT
PLATE
CONTROL
THE OVEN THERMOSTAT IS MARKED DOWN TO 70 C.
WHEN SET TO THIS POSITION, THE OVEN MAY BE USED AS A WARMER
VARIABLE
GRILL
LEFT
FRONT
PLATE
CONTROL
1
0
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AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER / CLOCK
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
1= MINUTE MINDER
2= COOKING PERIOD
3= STOP TIME
4= MANUAL CONTROL
5= SUBTRACT
6= ADD
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SETTING THE TIME OF DAY
• When the power is first connected ( or after a power failure), the clock display will
flash 00.00.
• To set the clock, press buttons 1and 2and hold them down.
• Press button 5or 6until the correct time of day is displayed.
• Release the buttons. The clock is now set.
• Please note that the clock has a 24 hour display.
• For example 3.00 PM will be displayed as 15.00.
MINUTE MINDER
• Suppose that you wish to time the boiling of a 5 minute egg.
• First boil the water
• Press and hold button 1. The display will show 00.00
• Press button 6 until the display shows 00.05
• Release the buttons and place the egg in the boiling water. The display will again
show the time of day.
• After 5 minutes the timer will emit an electronic tone which lasts for about one
minute (2 beeps every 2 seconds). To cancel the tone, press any of the buttons.

Note:
• During the operation of the minute minder, the
remaining time may be displayed by pushing
button 1
• The minute minder can be used simultaneously
and independent of any automatic control
program
• The display will always revert to the time of
day after any program has been set.
SWITCHING THE OVEN ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY
(AUTOBAKE)
Autobake is intended for dishes such as roasts and casseroles. These are not affected by a
waiting period in a cold oven.
• Prepare your meal and place it in the oven.
• Set the cooking period required by pressing buttons 2and 6 until the desired period is
displayed.
• Set the stop time by pushing buttons 3and 6until the desired stop time is displayed.
• Release the buttons and the clock will again display the time of day.
• The word AUTO will light up on the clock display.
• Now set the oven thermostat to the desired temperature setting.
The automatic control will automatically switch the oven on and the symbol will
light up in the clock display.
Cooking will commence at the selected temperature and for the selected cooking period.
The oven will automatically switch off at the selected stop time and emit an electronic
tone for about one minute (4 beeps every 2 seconds). To cancel the tone, press any of the
buttons.
• The word AUTO will flash until button 4is pressed and manual control is restored.
• The oven thermostat must be turned to the OFF position in an anticlockwise
direction.
Example:
Suppose the time of day is now 13h00. The food needs to be cooked for 2 hours at
180°C and it should be ready to serve at 18h00. Here’s what to do.
• Ensure the clock is set to the correct time of day, 13.00.
• Press buttons 2and 6until 02.00 is displayed
• Press buttons 3and 6until 18.00 is displayed.
Set the oven thermostat to 180°C
Hint:
It is not advisable to use the Autobake function for cooking periods that are less
than 60 minutes.
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SWITCHING THE OVEN OFF AUTOMATICALLY
Suppose you have to go out and you will not be back in time to switch off a meal already
cooking in the oven and requiring another 40 minutes before it is done. Proceed as
follows:
• Press and hold button 2. The clock will display 00.00.
• Press button 6until the clock displays 00.40.
• Release the buttons and the clock will again display the time of day. and the word
AUTO will light up in the display.
• After 40 minutes the oven will switch off automatically and emit an electronic tone
for about one minute. (4 beeps every 3 seconds)
• To cancel the tone, press any of the buttons.
• The word AUTO will flash until button 4is pressed and manual control is restored.
• The oven thermostat must be turned to the OFF position in an anticlockwise
direction.
Important
If the Automatic start and or stop functions are not required, the clock must be set to
manual mode. Unless this is done, the oven will not work.
Press button 4
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BAKING OR COOKING IN THE OVEN
• Ensure that the timer is set to manual. Press button 4.
• Set the oven thermostat to the required temperature. The indicator light will glow and
remain on until the oven has reached the selected temperature.
• When the indicator light switches off, the food should be placed in the oven.
• During cooking the indicator light will cycle on and off as the oven thermostat
maintains the selected temperature
• After completion, the thermostat must be returned to the OFF position in an anti
clockwise direction.
Baking guide
• Where possible, bake on the middle shelf position
(3) in the oven.
• Place the food halfway between the back of the
oven and the door.
• Do not open the oven door until at least two thirds
of the baking time has lapsed.
GRILLING
• The oven door must remain partially open (about 50 mm)
• Ensure that the timer is set to manual. Press
button 4.
• Set the oven thermostat to the GRILL position.
• Pre-heat the roast pan and broiler for 5 minutes
under the grill element to help seal the meat.
• Place the food on the roast pan and place this on a
wire shelf near to the grill element.
• Monitor the grilling process to avoid burning the
food.
• Care must be taken not to touch the grill element while handling food in the oven.
• After completion, the thermostat must be returned to the OFF position in an anti
clockwise direction.
WARNING:
ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN GRILLING.
TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THESE PARTS AND TO KEEP CHILDREN
AWAY.
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2
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RECOMMENDED
BAKE POSITION
1
2
3
4
5
RECOMMENDED
GRILL POSITION

SOLID PLATES
Red dot plates
• Plates featuring a red dot in the centre are high speed, high
wattage plates for increased performance
• For your safety these plates are fitted with thermal limiters.
Should a plate be accidentally switched on and left unattended,
the limiter will reduce the power output of the plate and
minimise the risk of overheating and the possibility of fire.
Caring for Solid Plates
• Before using the plates for the first time, switch them on for about 4 minutes at the
highest setting. This allows the factory applied protective coating to burn in.
• To prevent blotchy discolouration and corrosion, moisture from spatters and spills
should be cleaned off immediately.
• To clean the plates, wipe them with a damp cloth or nylon pad. A little liquid
detergent may be used. Do not use metal scourers or sharp metal objects to clean the
plates.
• After cleaning, dry the plates by switching them on for a short while.
• To prevent rust, periodically apply some sewing machine oil or electrical hotplate
polish - available from Defy Service Centres. Extra attention is required in areas of
high humidity or in close proximity to the sea.
NOTE: THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT
OR REPAIR OF RUSTED OR CORRODED PLATES.
Recommendations
• Use only pots with a solid level base. An uneven base can prolong cooking times and
waste energy.
• Use pots with a base diameter slightly larger than the plate. This will ensure even heat
distribution and prevent spillage from dripping onto and staining the hot plate.
• Always cover the pot with a lid. This will conserve energy and minimise spillage.
• Thermal shock could damage the plates. Do not put cold pots on very hot plates.
Plate controls—variable
• Select the heat level by turning the knob to the required
setting.
• You may select any setting, even between numbers.
• 1= low , 4 = medium and 8 = high.
• The illuminated display will glow, when the plate is switched
on.

CERAN SMOOTH TOP
WARNING In the unlikely event of sustaining accidental damage and cracking, switch
off the appliance at the mains to avoid electric shock and have the panel replaced before
further use.
Plate controls—variable
• Select the heat level by turning the plate control knob to the required setting. You
may select any setting, even between numbers. 1= low , 4 = medium and 8 = high.
• The illuminated display will glow and shortly thereafter the hot surface indicator light
on the hob will glow. It will remain on for 20 to 30 minutes after switch off. This is a
reminder that the hob surface is still too hot to touch.
Caring for the Ceran hob
• Ceran is a tough, durable material, which provides a beautiful, functional and long
lasting cooking surface. To keep it looking good, it needs to be treated with care and
cleaned regularly.
• Spillage should be wiped off as soon as possible with a damp cloth, preferably while
the hob is still warm.
• Clean the hob with a nylon pad and ‘Smooth top cleaner’. A sample of this cleaner is
supplied with the unit. Replenishment cleaner is available from all Defy Service
Centres.
• If necessary stubborn spills may be removed using the blade scraper provided.
• Do not use metal scourers or coarse abrasive powders as these could scratch the
Ceran.
• Regular cleaning after use will prevent dirt build up and ensure that the hob remains
bright and attractive.
• Wipe the hob surround with a damp hot soapy cloth and dry.
Recommendations (see also the enclosed ‘CERAN’ leaflet)
• Use only pots with a solid level base. An uneven base will prolong cooking time and
waste energy.
• Use pots with a base diameter slightly larger than that of the thermal area. This will
ensure even heat distribution and prevent spillage from dripping onto and staining the
hot zone.
• Always cover the pot with a lid. This will conserve energy and minimize spillage.
• Save energy by switching the plate off 5 to 10 minutes before the end of a lengthy
cooking period. The Ceran hob will retain sufficient residual heat to complete the
cooking process.
• A pot with rough edges could scratch the Ceran if it were dragged across the surface
of the hob.
• Any spillage of sugar solution such as jam must be removed immediately. If allowed
to cool on the Ceran it could pit and damage the surface.
• Do not cover the Ceran with aluminium foil and do not use poor quality aluminium
pots. These will leave unsightly deposits which in time, could adhere to the Ceran.

MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the ovens
• Switch off the power at the wall switch, open the oven
door and allow the oven to cool down.
• Remove the oven shelves, side racks, broiler, roast pan
and element guard. Wash in soapy water, rinse dry and
replace.
• Clean the oven with a hot soapy cloth.
• It may be necessary to soak burnt soils with a liquid
cleaner to soften them before scrubbing them with a
nylon brush or scouring sponge.
• Heavy soils on the bottom of the oven may require
overnight soaking under a sponge liberally sprinkled
with household ammonia. The soil can then be removed
the following morning by washing normally.
• Do not use metal objects or steel wool to clean the oven.
• After cleaning, fit the bottom element into the element
guard hooks. Failure to observe this precaution would
allow the element to rest on and possibly damage the
oven enamel.
• Restore the power and re-set the timer. (see page 4)
General cleaning.
• Switch the power off at the wall switch.
• Wipe down glass panels, cabinet, door, control knobs, trims and handles with a hot
soapy cloth.
• Use only liquid household cleaners and avoid abrasive powders, scouring pads and
caustic cleaners.
• Rinse and wipe down with a clean cloth.
• Restore the power and re-set the timer. (see page 4)
The oven light.
The oven light is switched on by the multi function knob or the oven thermostat knob
(depending on model).
(1st position on the dial) and switches off when the multi function knob or thermostat is
returned to 0.
To replace a faulty light bulb, proceed as follows.
• Switch off the power at the wall switch.
• Remove the light cover by unscrewing it in an anti-clockwise direction.
• Unscrew the faulty bulb and fit a new 40 watt bulb rated for 300°C.
• Refit the light cover.
• Restore the power and re-set the timer (see page 4).
To remove the side racks,
lift and pull out the front,
slide the rack forwards
and lift free.
Fit in reverse order

PROBLEM CHECK
Before calling a service technician to assist with a problem,
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
THE MAINS DISTRIBUTION BOARD
THE WALL SWITCH
SET THE TIMER TO MANUAL
Remember that you may be charged for a service call even during the warranty period if
the fault is due to or caused by any of the above.
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Since the following are not factory faults, they are the owner’s responsibility.
• Damage to exterior finish.
• Breakage of glass and other components.
• Replacement of the light bulb.
• Damage through improper use or installation of the appliance.
• Damage caused by moving the appliance.
• Rusted or corroded solid plates.
SERVICE
If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the nearest Defy
Service Centre. They will be able to advise you on any aspect of the machine or send a
qualified technician to repair it.

Defy Gemini Master Chef Under Counter Oven
FEATURES BENEFITS
Conventional cooking and grilling Traditional baking
and grilling at its best
Automatic oven timer Start time, cooking time, minute minder,
and time of day.
Reversible door Designed to suit any kitchen layout.
Full glass door Easy inspection of oven interior.
Illuminated displays Easy to read and comprehend.
Roast pan and broiler Accessories for cooking convenience.
Solid plate or Ceran smooth top hob A choice of two highly efficient cooking
modes.
The Manufacturer strives for continuous improvements. For this reason, the text and
illustrations in this book are subject to change without notice.
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