Hotpoint EW84 User manual

Instructions for Installation and Use
60cm slot-in double oven Electric cooker
EW84
To the Installer:
Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this book.
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.

Contents
Page
Introduction 3
Installation 4
Safet Information 5-6
Features 7
The Controls 8-10
The Cooking Modes in our Cooker 11-12
Electronic Clock & Automatic Cooking Feature 13-16
Temperature Conversion Chart 17
Use and Care of the Ceramic Hob 18-20
Grilling 21-22
Top Oven – Conventional Cooking 23
Top Oven Cooking Temperature Charts 24-25
Main Oven – The Intelligent Cooking S stem 26
Main Oven Cooking Temperature Charts 27-29
Care and Cleaning 30-33
If something goes wrong / If it still won’t work 34
Hotpoint Service Cover 35
Ke Contacts back page
2
Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept hand for reference as it contains important
details on the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If ou 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 safet warnings.

Introduction
3
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibilit 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 onl
applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation
instructions detailed in this booklet.
To help make best use of our cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefull .
The cooker is designed specificall for domestic use and responsibilit will not be
accepted for use in an 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 ma be sensitive to the odour avoid an
fumes.
It is suggested that an pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased. This
odour is due to temporar finish on oven liners and elements and also an moisture
absorbed b the insulation.
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 authorised employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.
When the cooker is first used an odour may 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 our
suppl 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 b 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 directl above the
appliance and should be easil accessible in the event of an emergenc .
The power suppl cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a conductor size of 6mm2,
minimum.
Access to the mains terminals is gained b removing the rear access cover. The mains
cable must pass through the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable
should be used to allow the cooker to be pulled out for servicing.
Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any 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 simpl screwed in or out to lower or raise the cooker.
After the correct height is achieved, lock the feet into position b tightening the locking nut
using an open ended spanner.
CAUTION: Some soft floor coverings ma get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefull .
NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level b 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 onl 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 b heat resistant material. An 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 our cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool.
Open the grill door sufficientl to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of
the oven roof, avoiding an 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 heavy. Take care to ensure that any floor
covering is not damaged.

Safety Information
5
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.
●Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.
●Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
●Keep children awa from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get
extremel hot during and after use.
●Turn controls off when not in use.
●Stand back when opening an oven door to allow an build up of steam or heat to
disperse.
● Alwa s use dr good qualit oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.
●Alwa s place pans centrall over the hotplate making sure handles are kept awa from
the edge of the hob and cannot become heated b other hotplates or pans.
● Alwa s take care to avoid heat or steam burns when operating the controls.
●Alwa s turn off the electricit suppl at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool
before cleaning (or changing an oven lamp if fitted).
● Alwa s make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven
or grill.
●Alwa s keep the oven/grill door closed when the appliance is notin use.
●Alwa s keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause
a fire.
● Alwa s follow the basic principles of food handling and h giene to prevent the possibilit
of bacterial growth.
●Alwa s keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
●Alwa s refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.
●Alwa s take care when removing items from the grill compartment when the lower
oven is in use as the contents will be hot.
●Alwa s turn off the electricit suppl to the appliance at the wall switch should an
glass panel (if fitted) crack or shatter and then DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE until
repaired.
●During use, the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
Always

Safety Information
6
●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 an one to sit or stand on an part of the appliance.
●
Never store items above the appliance that children ma attempt to reach.
●Never leave an thing 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 immediatel above or next to the appliance.
●Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.
●Never fill a deep fat fr ing 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 dr an 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 an 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 b 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.

Features
7
Control panel
Timer
Grill pan and
food support
1500W Dual Oval Ceramic
1800W Halogen Ceramic
1200W Ceramic
1200W Ceramic
Top Oven/Grill
rod shelf
Grill pan handle
fixed/detachable
‘Sta Clean’ liners
Oven fan
Main oven
rod shelf
Main oven seal
split at these corners
Model number &
Serial number label
Removable
Inner door glass
Removable
Inner door glass
Conventional Grill
‘Sta Clean’ liners
Top Oven door
Oven Light
Main Oven
door
Hob Hot
indicators
Oven light
Door Switch
WARNING: DO NOT touch the oven doors when the oven is in use as these areas can
become hot.
NOTE: To keep the controls cool when the appliance is used, a flow of air ma be blown
from beneath the control panel. If the appliance is still warm, this cooling fan will run
on when all controls have been turned off. This is normal and is not a fault.
The fan will stop once the appliance has cooled.
NOTE: Children should not be allowed to pla with the appliance or tamper with the controls.

The controls
8
Switch on the electricit suppl to the cooker at the Cooker Control Unit.
Dual Circuit Oval
Hotplate control
Hob Controls
Right Front Control
Main Oven Light
Cooling Fan
As each control knob is turned clockwise, numbers from 1 - 6 on the control
knob increase. Setting 6 is the highest/hottest and gives 100% power.
Setting 1 is the lowest/coolest and gives about 7% power.
Variable power is obtainable on each of the heating areas b selecting an
number between 1 & 6.
This is to control a dual circuit oval hotplate with two elements. B turning
the knob clockwise both parts of the hotplate are switched on, numbers 1-4
on the control knob, 4 is the highest setting. With the knob turned anti-
clockwise, onl the inner part of the hotplate is switched on, this is also
indicated b 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 b selecting an number between 1 & 4.
The off position is identified b an ‘0’.
The hob hot warning lights will operate soon after each of the heating areas
have been switched on. Each warning light will remain illuminated until each
heating area has cooled down.
The main oven light can be switched on, when the oven is not in use, b
pressing the oven light button on the displa . The oven light will also operate
whenever the main oven door is opened.
NOTE: The oven light can be switched off when the door is opened b
pressing the oven light button on the displa , or b closing the
door.
The cooling fan operates with the ovens and grill. The fan will operate at full
speed for a few seconds and then reduce to a lower speed. The cooling fan
will onl increase to full speed if the temperature inside the cooker reaches
above a certain limit.
Hob Controls
Main
Oven
Control
Timer
Top
Oven
Control
Grill
Control

The controls
9
Grill Control -
Top Oven
Top Oven Control
Notes
The grill control will not operate unless the top oven control is in the ‘O’ off
position.
The grill control provides full variable heat control for either the twin grill
or single (left hand side) grill b selecting an number between 1 & 4.
When turned clockwise the twin grill will be switched on and an 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 an power
setting from 1 - 4 can be selected. The power level numbers are indicated on
the control knob.
The off position is identified b an ‘O’.
This control switches on the top and bottom heating elements in the top
oven. The temperature in the oven can be set an where between 100˚C and
220˚C.
The top oven ON indicator (TOP) and the top oven preheat temperature
indicator ( s mbol) will be on the displa (bottom left hand corner).
The top oven preheat temperature indicator ( s mbol) will switch OFF and
an audible tone will sound when the top oven has reached the required
temperature.
When in operation the oven light will be illuminated.
The off position is identified b an ‘O’.
If both the top oven and grill controls are turned on together, the (TOP) and
( s mbol) will flash on the displa . The cooker will continue to operate in
the function which was selected first.
-+
Main Oven Select
control
Time / Mode
Minute
Minder
Set
Time
End
Time
Cooking
Duration
+/- Control
Knob
Main Oven
Light
Main Oven:
- Recommended
Shelf Position
and
- Preheat
Temperature
Indicator
Top Oven:
- ‘ON’ Indicator
and
- Preheat
Temperature
Indicator
Main Oven Functions (1-7):
Top Oven
control
1.FAN
OVEN
2.TRADITIONAL
OVEN
3.ROAST
MEAT
4.ROAST
CHICKEN
5.FISH
6.BREAD
7.CAKES
Grill
control
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The controls
10
Main Oven Control
Adjusting the Main
Oven Temperature
The Main Oven
Cooking Functions
This control switches on the top and rear heating elements at various times
in the main oven, dependent on which mode has been set. The temperature
of the main oven can be set an where between 80˚C and 230˚C in cooking
modes 1 - 5.
The main oven preheat temperature indicator ( s mbol) will be on the
displa (middle, left hand side).
The main oven preheat temperature indicator ( s mbol) will switch OFF
and an audible tone will sound when the main oven has reached the required
temperature.
The main oven has eight cooking functions. Use the main oven control to
select the cooking mode ou require. The displa will show the function ou
have selected, across the top (1 - 7) with the eighth function being shown on
the clock displa as ‘(RISE)’.
When a program is set (position 1 - 5), the displa will automaticall suggest
a cooking temperature. If ou wish ou can use the +/- control knob to
change the suggested temperature to one of our own choice, within a
range which is suitable for the particular cooking mode.
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