Hotpoint double oven cookers User manual

Instructions
60cm slot-in
double oven
cookers

This book covers:
EW74
EW75
2

Contents
Page
Introduction 4
Installation 5
afety Information 6-7
Features 8
The Controls 9-10
The Timer 11-16
Temperature Conversion Chart 17
Use and Care of the Ceramic Hob 18-20
Grilling 21-22
Top Oven – Conventional Cooking 23
Cooking Temperature Charts 24-25
Main Oven – Fan Cooking 26
low Cooking – Main Oven 27
Care and Cleaning 28-31
If something goes wrong / If it still won’t work 32
Hotpoint ervice Cover 34
Key Contacts back page
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Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important
details on the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind,
make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the
appliance and safety warnings.

Introduction
4
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Low Voltage Equipment
89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC
92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC
93/68/EEC
Your new appliance 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.
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:
(a) Has been used solel in accordance with the Users Instruction Book.
(b) Has been properl connected to a suitable suppl 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 b
an person other than the authorised emplo ee or agent.
(d) Has been correctl installed.
When the cooker is first used an odour ma be emitted,
this will cease after a period of use

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Installation
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Mains Connection
Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your
supply volt age,
this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the outer rear panel.
The model number and serial number are located on the front of the cooker, as shown on
the Feature’s page.
The cooker must be connected by a competent person such as one who is a, NICEIC
registered contractor to a suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of
32A and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm (applicable to newer properties, older
properties where a 30A double pole control unit and a minimum contact clearance of
3mm is acceptable).
The double pole control unit should be fitted adjacent to the cooker, in accordance with
IEE regulations. The control unit must be within 2 metres of but not directly above the
appliance and should be easily accessible in the event of an emergency.
The power supply cable should conform to B. .6004 with a conductor size of 6mm2,
minimum.
Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing the rear access cover. The mains
cable must pass through the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. ufficient cable
should be used to allow the cooker to be pulled out for servicing.
Ensure that the mains cable is routed awa from an brackets affixed to the rear panel
and is not trapped to the rear wall when pushing the cooker into position between
cabinets.
Levelling
Four feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height (900mm - 930mm)
and level the cooker.
The feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the cooker.
After the correct height is achieved, lock the feet into position by tightening the locking nut
using an open ended spanner.
CAUTION: ome soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefully.
NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelves.
Siting the Cooker
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 600mm apart. The space
either side need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing and
cleaning. It can be used with cabinets one side or both as well as in an angled corner
setting. It can also be used freestanding.
Adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must not be nearer to the cooker than
150mm and should be
protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging surface or
cooker hood should not be nearer than 650mm.
Note: This appliance must NOT be fitted on a platform.
Moving the Cooker
Before moving your cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool.
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of
the oven roof, avoiding any grill elements.
Radio Interference
This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding suppression of radio and television
interference.
Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heav . Take care to ensure that an floor
covering is not damaged.

Safet Information
6
When used properl our appliance is completel safe but as with an electrical
product there are certain precautions that must be observed.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
●Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.
●Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
●Keep children away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get
extremely hot during and after use.
●Turn controls off when not in use.
●tand 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 place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from
the edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplates or pans.
● Always take care to avoid heat or steam burns when operating the controls.
●Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool
before cleaning (or changing an oven lamp if fitted).
● Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven
or grill.
●Always keep the oven/grill door closed when the appliance is notin use.
●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.
●Always take care when removing items from the grill compartment when the lower
oven is in use as the contents will be hot.
●Always turn off the electricity supply to the appliance at the wall switch should any
glass panel (if fitted) crack or shatter and then DO NOT U E THE APPLIANCE until
repaired.
●During use, the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
Alwa s

Safet Information
7
●Never stare at Halogen heating units.
●Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance 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 appliance.
●
Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.
●Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.
●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 place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.
●Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use a lid.
DO NOT LEAVE DEEP FAT FRYING PANS UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
●Never use the appliance as a room heater.
●Never use the grill to warm plates.
●Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors.
●Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.
●Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will cause the appliance to
over heat.
●Never use ‘steam cleaners’.
Never
SAFETY ADVICE IN CASE OF A CHIP-PAN FIRE
In the event of a chip pan fire or any other pan fire.
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL WITCH.
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 LEA T 60 MINUTE 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 likel to tip the pan over.
Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires.

Features
8
Control panel
Timer
Grill pan and
food support
1500W Dual Oval olarglo
Ceramic - EW75
1800W Ceramic - EW74
1800W Ceramic - EW75
1800W Dual Circuit olarglo
Ceramic - EW74
1200W Ceramic
1200W Ceramic
Top oven
rod shelf
Grill pan handle
fixed/detachable
‘ tay Clean’ liners
Oven fan
Main oven
rod shelf
Model number &
erial number label
Inner door glass
Inner door glass
Conventional Grill
‘ tay Clean’ liners
Top Oven door
Main Oven door
Hob Hot
indicator
Oven light
Door witch

The controls
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witch on the electricity supply to the cooker at the Cooker Control Unit.
Hotplate Controls
Top
Oven
Control
Timer Main
Oven
Control
Top Oven
Neon Main Oven
Neon
Grill
Control
Dual Circuit Control - EW74
Dual Circuit Control - EW75
Hob Controls
Dual Circuit Control
As each control knob is turned clockwise, numbers from 6 - 1 on the control
knob decrease. etting 6 is the highest/hottest. etting 1 is the
lowest/coolest. These are 6 fixed positions for cooking.
This is to control a dual circuit plate with two elements. By turning the knob
clockwise the whole hotplate is switched on, numbers 1-4 on the control
knob, 4 is the highest setting. With the knob turned anti-clockwise, only the
inner part of the hotplate is switched on, this is also indicated by numbers
1-4 on the control knob, 4 is the highest setting. Variable power for either
the whole or the inner part of the hotplate is obtained by selecting any
number between 1 and 4.
The off position is identified by an ‘0’.
The hob hot warning light will operate soon after any of the heating areas
are switched on. It will remain illuminated until the ceramic surface has
cooled down.

The controls (continued)
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Grill Control -
Top Oven
Top Oven Control
Main Oven Control
Notes
Slow Setting ‘S’
The grill control will not operate unless the top oven control is in the ‘0’ off
position.
The grill control provides fully variable heat control for either the twin grill
or single (left hand side) grill by selecting any number between 1 and 4.
When turned clockwise the twin grill will be switched on and any power
setting from 1 - 4 can be selected. The power level numbers are indicated on
the control knob.
When turned anti-clockwise the single grill will be switched on and any power
setting from 1 - 4 can be selected. The power level numbers are indicated on
the control knob.
The off position is identified by an ‘0’.
This control switches on the top and bottom heating elements in the top
oven. The temperature in the oven can be set anywhere between 100˚C and
220˚C. The red thermostat light will glow initially and remain on until the oven
reaches the required temperature. It will then cycle off and on, as the oven
thermostat maintains the correct temperature.
The off position is identified by an ‘0’.
This control switches on the main oven. To select Fan Cooking - Turn the
control clockwise and select any temperature between 80˚C and 230˚C. As
the control is turned the fan will start, the oven interior light and the red
main oven thermostat light will come on and the heating element around the
fan will start heating.
The fan and the oven interior light will remain on throughout cooking.
The red main oven thermostat light will come on until the oven reaches the
required temperature. It will then cycle off and on as the oven thermostat
maintains the correct temperature.
1. Never operate both the top oven control and the grill control together.
The grill will not operate unless the top oven control is in the ‘0’ off
position.
2. If the main oven does not switch on when the control is turned, check that
the Timer is in manual operation.
The main oven has an Economy setting to select. Turn the main oven control
to the low etting ‘ ’ (see page 27).
NOTE: low Cooking can be cooked automatically (see Timer instructions).

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Oven Timer Operation
AUTOMATIC COOKING
The Main Oven can be controlled by the Automatic Timer.
HINTS ON AUTOMATIC COOKING
1. elect 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
automatic cooking, keep the delay 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.
hepherd'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.
Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Da ’ and ‘Manual’ before the oven
can be used.

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Know Your Timer
CLOCKFACE
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker.
SYMBOLS
A ‘bell’ symbol 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 and
the ‘bell’ symbol will disappear.
The ‘cookpot’ symbol will light up either:–
– When the timer is in manual mode, or
– 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 or when the timer is set to manual.
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 – 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
control(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 oven(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
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME

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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer
Operation
SETTING THE TIME OF DAY
Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off.
Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on.
Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and the Auto symbol,
flashing intermittently.
Step 4 Press & hold in both the Cook Period & End Time buttons together.
Step 5 With the Cook Period & End Time 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.
Step 3 With the Minute Minder button held in, set the required Minute Minder
period using the “+” and “–” buttons. A ‘bell’ symbol will light up.
Release all buttons and the timer display will revert back to the time of day.
The ‘bell’ symbol will remain lit to signify that a Minute Minder period has been
set.
At the end of the set time an audible tone will be heard, and the ‘bell’ symbol will
disappear.
Step 4 To cancel the audible tone press the Minute Minder button.
Note 1 When the Minute Minder has been set, the time remaining can be checked at any
time by simply pressing the Minute Minder button.
Note 2 If necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled before the tone sounds by
pressing and holding the Minute Minder button and then at the same time
pressing the “–” button until 0.00 appears in the display window.

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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer
Operation
Step 3 Press and hold in the Cook Period button.
The display will read 0.00 with the ‘cookpot’ symbol lit.
Step 4 With the Cook Period button still held in, set the required Cook Period
using the “+” and “–” buttons.
Release the buttons and the timer display will revert to the time of day with the
‘Auto’ symbol and ‘cookpot’ symbol lit.
Step 5 Press and hold in the End Time button.
The display will read the earliest possible end time for the Cook Period
that you have set above.
The ‘Auto’ symbol and ‘cookpot’ symbol will be 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 ‘cookpot’ symbol will go out.
Step 7 Turn the oven control to the required temperature, and if necessary
select the appropriate oven function.
At the end of the Automatic Cook Period the Auto Symbol will flash and an
intermittent bleeping sound will be heard.
The audible tone will continue 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, the audible tone will be cancelled and the
oven will be returned to Manual.
Step 9 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES
There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:–
(a) To set the timer to switch the oven On and Off Automatically
(b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period.
a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN 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.

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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer
Operation
Step 4 Press & hold in the Cook Period button, the display will read 0.00 and the
‘cookpot’ symbol will light up.
With the Cook Period button still held in 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
audible tone will be heard.
The audible tone will continue until cancelled. The ‘Auto’ symbol will continue to
flash until the timer is returned to Manual operation (see below).
Step 6 Press the Manual button. The audible tone will be cancelled and the
oven will be returned to Manual.
Step 7 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK
PERIOD
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door.
Step 3 Turn the oven control to the required temperature, and if necessary select the appropriate oven
function.
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.
NOTE: The Cookpot symbol disappears

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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer
Operation
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 on and off at the required times.
4. When setting an Auto Cooking Programme and a mistake is made, to clear:–
(a) Press and release the Manual button.
(b) Start the sequence again.
5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero’s 0.00 and ‘Auto’, 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.
TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE
THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED.
Step 1 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.
Step 2 Press the Manual button to return the oven to “Manual” operation.
The ‘Auto’ symbol will go out.
Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing
the Cook Period button.

Temperature Conversion Chart
˚F
Gas
Mark
1/2
1
250 100
120
130
140
160
170
180
200
210
220
120
140
150
160
180
190
200
220
–
–
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Main
Conventional
Oven
Main
Fan
Oven
Temperatures
Condensation
The recommended temperatures given are for conventional and fan
ovens. When using a fan oven it will be necessary to reduce the
cooking time by 10 minutes per hour and lower the temperature by
up to 20˚C.
Also, in the majority of cases, it is not necessary to pre-heat the
oven.
However, pre-heating is recommended when cooking items such as
Yorkshire puddings, whisked sponges and bread. Your experience
with the cooker will enable you to select the cooking time and
temperature best suited for your recipe.
Condensation may become evident on the inner door and water may
drip through the vent. This is normal when heat and moisture are
present and may be a result of any of the following:
1. Kitchen temperature and ventilation.
2. The moisture content of the food
eg. meat, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, roasting meat, etc.
3. The quantity of the food being cooked at any one time.
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Using the Ceramic Hob
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE HOB IF IT IS CRACKED. TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK -
SWITCH OFF AT THE COOKER MAINS CONTROL SWITCH IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT
YOUR NEAREST SERVICE OFFICE (see KEY CONTACTS, back page).
Ratings of Cooking Zones - EW74
Front Left Front Right Back Left Back Right
Ceramic Ceramic olarglo (dual circuit) Ceramic
1200W 1800W 1800W 1200W
160mm diameter 180mm diameter 180mm diameter 160mm diameter
Ratings of Cooking Zones - EW75
Front Left Front Right Back Left Back Right
Ceramic olarglo (dual oval) Ceramic Ceramic
1200W 1500W 1800W 1200W
160mm diameter 180mm diameter 160mm diameter
The Working of the
Heating Zones
Choice of
Saucepans It is essential that the saucepans you use on the ceramic hob are
suitable.
ALWAYS USE:
●Good quality pans with smooth, flat, heavy bases.
●aucepans manufactured from aluminium (enamelled or
machined) or stainless steel.
●Correct size saucepans. The base of the pan must cover the
heating zone completely.
●aucepans with lids which are well fitting to reduce cooking time
and energy use.
NEVER USE:
●Pans with thin, distorted or uneven bases as these will extend
cooking times, waste electricity and cause damaging, local
hotspots on the glass surface.
●Pans with ridged or recessed bases.
●Pans with damaged or rough bases which could scratch the
glass surface.
●Glass or glass ceramic utensils.
Heating only occurs within the marked circular cooking zones. The
zones heat up and cool down quicker, providing greater
controllability for sensitive foods. Each heating zone is equipped
with a thermal limiter which is a safety cut-out which prevents the
ceramic glass from overheating. After several minutes at full power
without a pan on the heating zone the thermal limiter will switch the
heating elements off and on automatically to avoid any damage to
the ceramic glass.

Care of the Ceramic Hob
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Do not stare at halogen heating units.
Do not cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking utensil, as
this will result in damage to the surface of the hob.
Do not use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to
the smooth surface of the hob.
Do not drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will cause
scratches in the surface of the hob.
Do not allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob
surround.
Do not place anything between the base of the utensil and
the ceramic hob, e.g. do not use asbestos mats,
aluminium or wok stand.
Do not leave any utensils, food or combustible items on the hob when
it is not in use.
Do not place aluminium or plastic foil, or plastic containers on the
hob.
Do not leave the hotplates or cooking areas switched On unless they
are being used.
Do not leave heating zones uncovered when they are switched On.
We recommend not to place large preserving pans or fish kettles
across two heating areas.
Do not leave utensils partly covering the heated areas.
Always ensure that they are placed centrally over
the heated areas and have the same diameter as
the heating area used.
Alwa s ensure that the bottom of the pan is both clean and dry. Dirt
or moisture between the pan and the hob can cause pitting of
the surface of the glass.
We do not recommend the use of utensils with a base diameter
greater than 25cm (l0ins).
Pressure cookers or other large pans should be used on the front
cooking areas.
Alwa s ensure that saucepan handles are positioned safely.
Alwa s take extra care when cooking foods with a high sugar content
eg. jam, as spillage will cause damage to the surface of the
glass.
Alwa s clean spills immediately (see Care and Cleaning).
Do Not
Do
In order to keep our ceramic hob in good condition, follow these
simple guidelines:

Care of the Ceramic Hob (continued)
20
Safet
requirements for
deep fat fr ing
IMPORTANT – As with any cooking appliance there could be some fire
risk attached to the heating of oil, particularly for deep fat frying,
cooking utensils containing oil must not be left unattended (e.g. to
answer the telephone) on or in close proximity to the patterned
cooking areas.
1. Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the appropriate
heating area.
2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full with fat or oil.
3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking
period.
4. Do not try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food.
This only lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much,
resulting in greasy food.
5. 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.
6. Never heat fat, or fry, with a lid on the pan.
7. Keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or
fat.
8. Never allow excessive splashing of oil onto the hob.
In the unfortunate event of a chip pan fire:
1. witch Off the electricity supply.
NEVER attempt to move the pan - burns and injuries are caused
almost invariably by picking up the burning pan and rushing outside
with it.
2. mother flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth.
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.
When smothering the flames DO EN URE that you FACE and ARM
are WELL PROTECTED from the flames to save you from becoming
hurt.
3. After the fire has been extinguished LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR
AT LEA T 60 MINUTE BEFORE MOVING IT.
4. If you fail to put the fire out, call the fire brigade immediately.