Hotpoint 5TCG User manual

Instructions
50cm Twin Cavity
Gas

This book covers:
X156G
5TCG

Care and Cleaning / Battery Replacement 13
Something Wrong with your cooker? 15
Key Contacts Back Cover
Installation Instructions 16
1
Contents
Introduction 2
For Your Safety 3
Hotplate 5
Grill 6
Oven 8
Oven Cooking Charts 10
The “Slow Cook” Setting 12
The cooker must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force
and only used in a well ventilated space.
Read these instructions prior to installing or using the cooker and retain
them for future reference.
The data badge is located below the oven door on the plinth panel.

Introduction
To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS
BOOKLET CAREFULLY.
Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting service.
The guarantee is only applicable if the cooker has been installed in
accordance with the installation instructions.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility
will not be accepted for use in any other installation.
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (eg.
open a window or use an extractor fan.) and that persons who may be
sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes. It is suggested that any pets be
removed from the room until the smell has ceased. This odour is due to any
temporary finish and also any moisture absorbed by the insulation.
2
Alkaline
AA
Model X156G only:
NOTE: This model is fitted with a battery powered ignition
system. Should the ignition system start to spark slowly - or
not at all, the battery will need replacing.
See ‘Fitting/Replacing the battery’ in Care and Cleaning section.
Model 5TCG only:
NOTE: This model has a mains powered iginition system.
Electrical connection - flexible cord fitted with 3 pin 13AMP
plug, 230/240V a.c. 50Hz 3A fuse.
Our policy is one of continual improvement in design and development,
therefore strict accuracy of illustrations and descriptions cannot be
guaranteed.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Gas Appliances
90/396/EEC
93/68/EEC

For Your Safety
3
●Always make sure you understand the controls before using
the cooker.
●Always check all controls on the cooker are turned off after
use.
●Always stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat to
disperse.
● Always use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items
from the ovens.
● Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the cooker
is not in use.
●Always place pans centrally over the hotplate burners and
position them so that the handles cannot accidentally be
caught or knocked or become heated by other burners.
● Always keep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat
from cooking can cause a fire.
● Always allow the cooker to cool before cleaning.
● Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene
to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
●Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
●Always refer servicing to CORGI registered appliance service
engineers.
●
Always take care when removing items from the grill when the
oven is on, as the contents may be hot.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR COOKER.
Always

For Your Safety
4
●Never leave children unsupervised where the cooker is
installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use.
●Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the cooker.
● Never store items that children may attempt to reach above the
cooker.
●Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build
up causing the container to burst.
●Never store chemicals/food stuffs, pressurised containers in or
on the cooker, or in cabinets immediately above or next to the
cooker.
●Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use
a lid. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
●Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hotplate.
●Never use proprietary spillage collectors on the hotplate.
●Never use the cooker as a room heater.
●Never dry clothes or place other items over or near to the
hotplate or oven/grill doors.
●Never wear garments will long flowing sleeves whilst cooking.
●Never use steam cleaners.
NOTE: The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of
heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed. Ensure that the
kitchen is well ventilated; keep natural ventilation holes open or install a
mechanical ventilation device (mechanical extractor hood).
In particular, when using more than one hotplate burner, open a window
if a mechanical ventilation device is not operating.
Never

To Use the
Hotplate
Safety
Requirements
for Deep Fat Frying
How to Deal with a
Fat Fire
Hotplate
5
The hotplate has one large high speed burner, two normal simmering
burners and one small simmering burner which will accommodate pans
between 100mm (4”) and 200mm (8”) diameter. All pans should be
positioned centrally over the burners.
The pan supports should be fitted on the hotplate such that the indents
along one side of each pan support are inner-most.
Those models fitted with a hotplate lid have a safety device which cuts
off the gas supply to the hotplate unless the lid is fully open. Do not use
the safety device as a means of controlling the burners.
1. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the control knob
of the chosen burner anti-clockwise to the large flame symbol.
Continue to press the ignition button until the sparks light the gas.
2. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the desired setting.
Only turn the control knob between the large flame symbol and
the small flame symbol for adjusting the setting.
3. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the symbol O.
DO NOT use mis-shapen pans which may be unstable.
DO NOT use round base woks directly on the pan supports.
DO NOT use the glass lid (if fitted) as a working surface.
Each burner is fitted with a spark ignition electrode for lighting the gas.
To ensure rapid lighting of the burners every time they are used, the
electrodes must be kept clean and dry. Remove any food spillage or
cleaning materials from the electrode using a small nylon brush such as a
tooth brush. Access to the electrode can be achieved by lifting off the
loose burner parts carefully when the burners are cool.
If aluminium based pans are used, a silvery deposit may appear on the
top edge of the pan support fingers. See ‘Care and Cleaning’ section for
cleaning information.
1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil or fat.
2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooling
period.
3. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan.
4. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly
into the hot oil or fat. Frozen foods in particular will cause
frothing and spitting if added too quickly.
5. Always keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks
of oil or fat.
1. Do not move the pan.
2. Turn off the hotplate burners.
3. Smother the flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth to extinguish the
fire. Do not use water or a fire extinguisher as the force of it may
spread the burning fat or oil over the edge of the pan.
4. Leave the pan for at least 60 minutes before moving it.

Grill
6
CAUTION – ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL
IS USED. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan to facilitate cleaning and
storage. The handle can be fixed as follows :
1. Remove the screw and washer from the grill pan bracket.
2. Tilt the handle over the recess. (A)
3. Slide the handle towards the centre of the pan. (B)
4. Locate the handle over the bracket. (C)
For a fixed handle, replace the screw and washer and ensure they are
fully tightened. If a detachable handle is required, do not replace the
screw and washer.
Warning : Ensure when using the grill pan handle in the detachable
manner it is centralised and secure.
1. Open the grill door and remove the grill pan.
2. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the grill control
knob anti-clockwise to the large flame symbol.
Continue to press the ignition button until the spark lights the gas.
3. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the desired setting.
Only turn the control knob between the large flame symbol and the
small flame symbol when adjusting the setting.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the symbol
O.
Slide the grill pan along the runner towards the rear of the grill
compartment until it stops.
An odour may be noticed when first using the grill – this should cease
after a short period of use.
DO NOT use the grill with the door closed.
DO NOT cover the grill pan or grid with aluminium foil as this
can hold fat, intensify the heat and create a fire hazard.
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn
off the burner control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at
least one minute.
ABC
Grill Pan and Handle
To Use the Grill
Relighting the
Burner

Grill
7
Grilling can be started from cold but for best results preheat for
approximately two minutes. Most cooking is done with the heat on full,
but it may be necessary after sealing the food to reduce the heat as
required.
For au gratin dishes eg. Macaroni Cheese and meringue toppings eg.
Baked Alaska, place the dish on the floor of the grill compartment.
NOTE: Strong detergents used in dishwashers may damage the grill pan
grid finish; clean in soapy water as described in CARE AND CLEANING
section.
Always ensure that the grill pan handle is correctly fitted to the grill pan.

Oven
The oven has different heat zones – the thermostat settings refer to the
temperature on the middle shelf; above this shelf it is hotter and below it
is cooler. Two shelves enable full use of the temperatures inside the oven.
Each shelf has a safety stop to prevent if from being pulled out too far
when attending to food. Shelves are removed from the oven by pulling
them out to the stop and then lifting them at the front to withdraw.
The grill pan without the handle can be used in the oven. The maximum
size of baking tray that should be used is 300mm x 330mm (12” x 13”).
1. Place oven shelves in the chosen positions (refer to cooking
charts).
2. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the oven control
knob fully anti-clockwise. Continue to press the ignition button until
the spark lights the gas.
3. Turn the control knob clockwise to the required setting
(refer to cooking chart). There is a delay of about one minute
whilst the safety device operates before the burner comes
on full.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise the the symbol O.
Never place dishes on the oven base over the burner.
An odour may be noticed when first using the oven – this should cease
after a short period of use.
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn
off the burner control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at
least one minute
8
To Use The Oven
Relighting
the burner

Oven
Anything requiring long slow cooking such as casseroles and rich fruit
cakes can be put into a cold oven. Satisfactory results can also be obtained
with creamed mixture, rich pastries or yeast mixtures, but for perfection
we recommend preheating the oven for about 15 minutes.
The maximum weight of poultry that can be accommodated is 8 kg
(18 lbs) of suitable shape.
It is important to check that the bird DOES NOT overhang the burner at
the back of the oven.
It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food
handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
1. If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a
clean container as quickly as possible.
2. Completely thaw frozen food in the refrigerator before reheating.
3. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or
in a hot oven, Mk. 6, and then serve immediately.
4. Only re-heat food once.
These should always be placed in a pre-heated oven ideally on the first or
second shelf position. Follow the packet instructions for cooking time.
If using Aluminium Foil:
1. Remember that it is important to increase the cooking time by
one third.
2. Never allow the foil to touch the sides of the oven.
3. Never cover the oven interior with foil.
4. Never cover the oven shelves with foil.
9
Cold Start
Cooking
Roasting of Large
Poultry
Storage and
Re-heating of
Food
‘Cook Chill’
Dishes
Aluminium Foil

Oven Cooking Chart
10
The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a
result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe,
the recipe instructions should be followed. Allow 15 minutes preheat for best results. Always turn
the thermostat knob to Mark 9 before selecting the appropriate Gas Mark. Shelf position 1 is the
highest.
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Position Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
Fish
Oily and white fish 3 or 4 4 25-60 mins. depending on recipe
Meat and Poultry
Beef 4 or 5 4 25-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins. extra
Ham 5 4 40 mins per 450g (1lb) covered in foil plus
40 mins. extra
Lamb 5 4 30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 30 mins extra
Pork 5 4 40 mins per 450g (1lb) + 40 mins extra
Chicken 5 4 25 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins extra
Duckling & Goose 5 4 25 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins extra
Turkey 4 or 5 4 or 5 15-20 mins per 450g (1lb) + 20 mins
Casseroles 3 3 or 4 2-6 hrs. depending on cut of meat
Vegetables
Baked jacket potatoes 4 or 5 3 11/2 - 3 hrs. until soft, depending on size
Puddings
Milk Puddings (500ml/1pt) 3 4 13/4 - 21/2stand dish on baking tray and
started with warm milk
Baked Custard (500ml/1pt) 3 4 45-60 mins. bain-marie
Baked Sponge Puddings 4 3 40 - 50 mins
Baked Apples 3 3 30-45 mins depending on type and size
of apples
Meringue Topped Puddings 1 3 or 4 15 mins or until “tinged” with brown
Apple Tart (1 x 205mm/8”) 6 2 45-60 mins
Fruit Crumble 5 2 35 - 45 mins

Gas Shelf
Food Mark Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
Cakes, Pastries & Biscuits
Small Cakes - 2 trays 5 1 and 3 17 - 25 mins.
- 1 tray 5 2 18 - 22 mins.
Victoria sandwich (2 x 180mm / 7”) 4 1 and 3 20 - 30 mins
Swiss Roll (3 egg quantity) 5 2 20 - 25 mins.
Christmas cake (1 x 205mm / 8”) 2 3 Time depending on recipe
Madeira cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 4 4 11/4- 11/2hrs.
Rich Fruit cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 4 Time depending on recipe
Scones - 2 trays 7 1 and 3 10 - 20 mins.
Shortbread (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 3 55 - 65 mins.
Biscuits 4 1 and 3 10 - 20 mins.
Shortcrust Pastry 6 2 15 - 60 mins depending on use.
Rich Short Crust 5 1 and 3 20 - 30 mins.
Flaky/Puff Pastry 7 2 10 - 30 mins.
Choux Pastry 6 2 20 - 30 mins.
Yeast Mixtures
Bread - rolls 7 2 and 4 20 - 30 mins.
Miscellaneous
Yorkshire Pudding - large 7 1 30 - 40 mins
- individual 7 2 20 - 30 mins
Meringues “Slow cook” 3 2 - 3 hrs
11
When baking with two trays or tins on two levels, the top tray is removed first and the lower tray
moved up to the top position for a few minutes longer.
Soft Margarine – Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not
those indicated on the cooking chart.
Oven Cooking Chart

The ‘Slow Cook’ Setting
12
The ‘Slow Cook’ setting on the oven thermostat is used for slow cooking,
keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods.
1. All dishes cooked by the ‘Slow Cook’ setting should be cooked for a
minimum 6 hours. They will ‘hold’ at this setting for a further hour
but marked deterioration in appearance will be noticed in some
cases.
2. Joints of meat and poultry should be cooked at Mk. 6 for 30
minutes before turning to the ‘Slow Cook’ setting and never be
cooked lower than the middle shelf position.
3. Joints of meat over 2.7 kg (6 lbs) and poultry over 2 kg
(4 lbs 8oz) should not be cooked using the ‘Slow Cook’ setting.
4. Always stand covered joints on a rack over the meat tin to
allow good air circulation.
5. Pork joints and poultry must be checked for an internal
temperature of at least 88oC.
6. This method is unsuitable for stuffed meat and stuffed poultry.
7. Always bring soups, casseroles and liquids to the boil before
putting in the oven.
8. Cover casseroles with foil and then the lid to prevent loss of
moisture.
9. Always thaw frozen food completely before cooking.
10. Root vegetables will cook better if cut into small pieces.
11. Adjust seasonings and thickenings at the end of the cooking
time.
12. Use the zones of heat in the oven, e.g. meringues and milk
puddings can be cooked lower in the oven whilst other dishes
requiring greater heat can be cooked above them.
13. Egg and fish dishes need only 1-5 hours cooking and should
be included in day cooking sessions, when they can be
observed from time to time.
14. Dried red kidney beans must be boiled for a minimum of ten
minutes after soaking, before inclusion in any dish.
Using the ‘Slow
Cook’ Setting for
Slow Cooking

Care and Cleaning
13
Clean the cooker regularly and wipe up spills soon after they occur
to prevent them from becoming burnt on. Never use biological
washing powder, caustic cleaners, harsh abrasives, scouring pads,
aerosol cleaners or oven chemical cleaners of any kind.
To move the cooker forward, open the grill door and with both hands
positioned under the roof of the compartment, lift and pull forward.
Replace by pushing the cooker backwards. Check that the cooker is
level. Take care to ensure that any floor covering is not damaged.
Do not attempt to lift the product using the grill door or grill door
handle.
The oven side linings are coated with a special enamel which has a
continuous cleaning action. The higher the oven temperature the more
effective the action. In most cases this cleaning operation will proceed
during normal cooking. However, if roasting is done frequently, or high
temperatures are not used regularly, it may be necessary to run the oven
empty at Mark 8 for about two hours.
If desirable, they can be washed with warm soapy water followed by a
rinse.
Wipe over the door outer panel with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy
water, then after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a
soft clean cloth.
Take care during cleaning not to damage or distort the Door Seal. Do not
lift the Door Seal from the Oven Front Frame, if necessary remove the
seal by carefully unhooking the corner clips.
Do not use scouring pads or abrasive powder which may scratch the
surface.
The battery is not covered by the guarantee. Use an alkaline AA battery.
The battery holder is located in the plinth panel below the oven door.
Open the oven door fully. Press the tag on the left hand side of the
battery holder/cover and withdraw it just enough to get access to the
battery. Fit the new battery with the end marked “+” on the same side of
the battery holder as the red lead. Replace the battery holder by
pushing it firmly into the hole in the plinth.
Stay clean Oven
Linings
Oven Door /
Grill Door
Model X156G only:
Replacing
the Battery

Care and Cleaning
14
COOKER FINISH CLEANING METHOD
Vitreous Enamel
Hotplate, burner caps, grill
pan, oven base and rear,
inside of grill compartment,
inside of doors, control panel.
Cloth wrung out in warm soapy water. Stubborn
stains can be removed with a cream paste,
liquid cleaner or by rubbing with fine steel wool
soap pads.
Check that the cleaning agent is approved by the
Vitreous Enamel Development Council.
Paint
Plinth, fascia bottom trim,
side panels, lid trim,
rear end caps
Wash with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water
only.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVES.
Aluminium
Hotplate burner bodies
Similar to paint cleaning above. Use a nylon brush to
remove any cleaning materials, water or dirt from the
hotplate burners.
Chromium Plating
Oven shelves, grill pan grid,
grill pan handle support
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water.
A fine steel wool soap pad or a chrome or stainless
steel cleaner may be used.
Plastic
Grill pan handle, door
handles, control knobs
NOTE: To ensure rapid lighting of the hotplate burners every time they are used, the
electrodes must be kept clean and dry. Remove any food spillage or cleaning materials from
the electrode using a small nylon brush such as a tooth brush.
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water.
Stubborn stains can be removed with a cream
cleaner.
Glass
Lid, door fronts
Wash with cloth wrung out in warm soapy water
only. Do not use ABRASIVES. Polish with a dry cloth
or kitchen towel.
REPLACEMENT OF OVEN LIGHT BULB (model 5TCG only):
CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE
REPLACING THE LAMP TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ELECTRIC
SHOCK
Light bulbs are not covered by the manufacturer’s guarantee.
A new 15W, 300˚C rated SES bulb can be obtained from your cooker supplier or any
major electrical retailer.
1. Remove the shelves from the oven.
2. Unscrew the lens using a thick cloth to protect your fingers in the unlikely
event of a lens fracture.
3. Unscrew bulb.
4. Fit new bulb and refit lens.

Something Wrong With Your Cooker
15
Ignition does not work.
Burner ports Ignitor
Burner ports Ignitor
Burner ports Ignitor
Oven burner
Grill burner
Hotplate burner.
Before calling a Service Engineer, please check through the following lists.
THERE MAY BE NOTHING WRONG.
Problem Check
Slight odour or small
amount of smoke when
grill / oven used first
time
This is normal and should cease after a short period.
Oven cooks too fast or too
slow Check that the gas mark and shelf positions are as
recommended in the Oven Cooking Charts. However, it may
be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended
setting slightly to suit your taste.
If all burners fail to ignite:
Check that sparks appear at the burners; a clicking noise
should be heard.
If not:
Model X156G:
Check the battery, or fit a known good battery to the
product. Batteries are not covered by the guarantee.
The battery is easily changed - see the section on battery
replacement (an “AA” size alkaline battery should be used).
Model 5TCG:
Check that the electricity supply is turned on.
If the electricity supply has failed, the hotplate, grill and top
oven burners can be lit by a match.
If only one burner fails to ignite:
Check that the burner is dry and that spillage of food or
cleaning fluid remains are not affecting the ignitor or
burner ports.
Clean away any debris with a dry nylon brush such as an old
toothbrush. If a wire wool pad has been used for cleaning
around the burner ensure the ignitor is free from any stray
strands. Any water on the burner should be dried with a
cloth or kitchen towel.
On hotplate burners make sure that all the burner parts are
correctly seated on the burners.

Installation Instructions
16
Prior to installation, ensure that the local distributions (nature of the gas
and gas pressure) and the adjustment conditions are compatible. The
adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the data badge
which is fitted below the oven door on the plinth panel. This appliance is
not designed to be connected to a combustion products evacuation
device. It must be installed and connected in accordance with current
installation regulations. Particular attention should be given to the
relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
MODEL NUMBERS X156G, 5TCG
Category I2H (G.B. IE)
These models are set to burn NATURAL GAS (G20) at 20 mbar ONLY and
cannot be used on any other gas.
It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in
accordance with the current edition of the above regulations. It is in your
interest and that of safety to ensure compliance with the law.
In the UK, CORGI registered installers work to safe standards of practice.
The cooker must also be installed in accordance with BS 6172.
Failure to install the cooker correctly could invalidate the warranty
liability claims and could lead to prosecution.
The cooker may be located in a kitchen, kitchen/diner or a bed-sitting
room, but not in a room containing a bath or shower. The cooker must
not be installed in a bed-sitting room of less than 20m3
The room containing the cooker should have an air supply in accordance
with BS 5440: Part 2
The room must have an opening window or equivalent; some rooms
may also require a permanent vent. If the room has a volume between 5
and 10m3, it will require an air vent of 50cm2effective area unless it has a
door which opens directly to outside. If the room has a volume of less
than 5m3, it will require an air vent of 100cm2effective area. If there are
other fuel burning appliances in the same room, BS 5440: Part 2 should
be consulted to determine air vent requirements.
Gas Safety
(Installation & Use)
Regulations
Location
Provision for
Ventilation

Installation Instructions
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Technical Data
Dimension
General
BURNER HEAT INPUT INJECTOR
Natural Gas
HOTPLATE
Front left
HOTPLATE
Rear right
HOTPLATE
Front right
HOTPLATE
Rear left
GRILL
OVEN
3.0 kW
2.0 kW
1.0 kW
3.8 kW
2.5 kW
128
102
72
150
115
2.0 kW 102
Height 900mm
Width 500mm
Depth 600mm (excluding door handles)
Gas connection Rp 1/2(1/2” BSP female)
Pressure test point Grill injector
Gas rate adjustment None
Aeration adjustment None
Battery (Model X156G): 1.5V Alkaline AA
Electrical connection flexible cord fitted with 3 pin 13AMP plug,
(Model 5TCG): 230/240V a.c. 50Hz 3A fuse

Installation Instructions
18
The cooker can be close fitted below hotplate level. This requires a
minimum distance of 503mm between cupboard units of
hotplate height.
When installing next to a tall cupboard, partition or wall, for a minimum
distance of 400mm above hotplate level, allow a side clearance of at least
65mm.
The diagram below illustrates the minimum clearance between the
cooker and adjacent walls, cupboards etc.
The wall behind the cooker 150mm below the hotplate and 450mm
above, and the width of the cooker, must be a non-combustible material
such as ceramic wall tiles.
If the cooker is to be fitted close to a corner on the left hand side, ensure
that there is a clearance of at least 50mm to allow the main oven door to
open fully for when removing oven shelves.
If a cooker hood is to be installed, refer to the cooker hood
manufacturers’ instructions regarding fixing height.
Cooker Hoods