Hotpoint DOUBLE OVEN User manual

Instructions
60cm
Double Oven
Creda collection
by Hotpoint

Contents
3
Introduction 4
Installation 5
Safety Information 6
Features 8
Control Panels 9
Clock / Minute minder 10
Temperature Conversion Chart 12
Ceramic Hob 13
Choosing Your Utensils 16
Grill Pan and Handle 18
Grill 19
Guide to Grilling 20
Top Oven Cookery Notes 21
Main Oven Cookery Notes 22
Oven Temperature charts 23
Using the Main Oven for Other Functions 25
Care and Cleaning 26
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? 31
Something Wrong With Your Cooker? 32
Key Contacts Back Cover
You must read these instructions prior to using the
appliance and retain them for future reference.

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
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely.
Remove all doors and lids. 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
you product.
Disposal of your product
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.
When the cooker is first used an odour may be emitted,
this will cease after a 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 authorised employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.

5
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 front of the plinth.
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.S.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. 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
Two rear wheels and two front feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height
(900mm - 915mm) and level the cooker.
1. The rear wheels can be raised or lowered from the BACK of the cooker by adjusting the
levelling screws‘A’ in the plinth.
2. The front feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the front of the cooker.
CAUTION: Some 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.
VIEWED FROM REAR
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. 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 heavy. Take care to ensure that any floor
covering is not damaged.

Safety Information
6
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 away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get extremely hot
during and after use.
●Turn controls off when not in use.
●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 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 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
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. Never 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 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.

Features
8
Control panel
Clock/Minute Minder
Grill pan food
support
Cooking area:
1800W Ceramic
Cooking area:
1500W Ceramic
Cooking area:
1200W Ceramic
Cooking area:
1200W Ceramic
Top oven/grill
rod shelf
'Credaclean'
top oven
side panels
Main oven
'Credaclean'
side panels
Main oven
rod shelves
Fan blade
Rating
plate
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven, a
third shelf can be purchased from the Parts dept., see back cover.
Inner glass panel
Conventional Grill
Grill pan with
fixed/detachable
handle

Control Panels
9
Hob Hot neon
Rear
left
Front
left Main
oven
Clock/Minute Minder
Grill
Rear
right Top
Oven
Front
right
❍❍❍❍ ❍❍❍
In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill
compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due
to the hot air expelled from the grill compartment.
Note: After use, it is advisable to check that all cooker controls have been
switched Off.
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when oven/grill
controls are in use.
The main oven light will illuminate when the relevant thermostat is oper-
ated.The light will remain on during the cook period.
The main oven has an ‘S’ setting specially designed to reduce energy
usage. Full details of this can be found in the Slow Cooking section.
A short time (approx. 30 seconds) after the hob heating areas have been
turned on, the Hob Hot neon will illuminate.
This light will remain illuminated until all the hob controls have been
turned off and all hob heating areas have cooled.
Operating
controls when the
grill is in use
Cooling fan
Main light
Slow cooking ‘S’
Hob Hot Neon
Controls

Clock/Minute Minder Operation
10
CLOCKFACE
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
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 flash.
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 flash 0.00
Step 4 Press and release both buttons simultaneously.
Step 5 Press the ‘+’ button to set the Time of Day.
The Time of Day can be adjusted, by using the ‘+’ button to
increase the time setting or the ‘-’ button to decrease the
time setting.
The Time of Day is set if no adjustments are made within 10
seconds.
THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.
To change the time of day repeat Steps 4 & 5 above.
0.00
-+
0.00
Minute
Minder
0.00
0.00

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Clock/Minute Minder Operation
Here you can set a time period of up to 10 hours, 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.
SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER
Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.
Step 2 Press and release the ‘+’ button.
Note: Step 3 must be started within 10 seconds, otherwise
you must repeat Step 2.
Step 3 Press the ‘+’ button to set the required time period.
A ‘Bell’ symbol will light up.
The time period can be adjusted, by using the ‘+’ button to
increase the time period or the ‘-’ button to decrease the
time period.
Release all buttons, the timer display will show the remaining time
period.The ‘Bell’ symbol will remain lit to signify that a time period has
been set.
At the end of the set time an audible tone will be heard and the ‘Bell’
symbol will flash.
Step 4 To cancel the audible tone press the‘+’ button.
To cancel the minute minder period press the ‘-’ button until 0.00 is
displayed in the window then release the button.
If at any time the display shows flashing zero’s, it is likely that the
electricity supply has been interrupted.
Reset the timer to the correct time of day.
Note: The Timer display will show the minute minder
period as follows:
Any period up to 99 minutes and 50 seconds -
The display shows MINUTES and SECONDS (10s intervals)
eg. 19 minutes 50 seconds
Any period between 100 minutes (1 hour 40 minutes) and up
to 10 hours -
The display shows HOURS and MINUTES
eg. 1 hour 41 minutes
0.00
19.50
1.41
0.00

˚F
Gas
Mark
1/2
1
250 100
120
130
140
160
170
180
200
210
220
110
130
140
150
170
180
190
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
Top
Convection
Oven
Main
Fan
Oven
Temperature Conversion Chart
12

Rear
Left
Front
Right
CAUTION: IF ANY CRACK IN SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, TURN OFF THE MAINS COOKER SWITCH.
Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface.
The following boiling plates are located beneath the circular cooking areas:-
The cooking areas change colour when heated (become red) indicating which heating
element is turned on. The cooking area returns to its original colour when the heating
element is switched OFF and cools.
Hotplates
When the control is turned from the 0position, the settings on the control panel will show
1 - 6, these are 6 fixed positions for cooking.
6is the highest setting, for fast cooking.To reduce the heat to cook more slowly or simmer,
turn the knob to a lower setting which will vary according to size and type of saucepan, the
amount and type of food, and whether or not the lid is fitted. Pans can be placed on the
unheated areas of the panel when cooking is finished and before serving food.
It is inadvisable at any time to leave a heating element switched on without a pan in
position as this wastes energy, and could make soil or rub-off from aluminium pans more
difficult to remove. To protect
elements against overheating, safety cut-outs have been
incorporated
with each element. After several minutes with the control at setting 6the
safety cut-out switches the element Off and On continuously, thus preventing any adverse
effects that may be caused by an excessive build-up of heat in the cooking area.
Setting 1provides low input for simmering.The control will be Off when the control knob
is turned to the Oposition.
If the hob should become cracked, never use until repaired. Always ensure that saucepan
handles are positioned safely.
Ceramic Hob
13
Rear
Right
Front
Left
6 Heat 1800W
6 Heat 1200W
6 Heat 1200W
6 Heat 1500W

✓ With Extra Care ✓
14
PANS SHOULD BE:
Not concave (bowed in)
Not convex (bowed out)
Not rimmed
Not deeply ridged
But essentially Flat THE BEST COMBINATIONS
This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for
different types of hobs and cookers. Remember pans should be
good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any further information
refer to manufacturers’ instructions.
Always ✓Never ✗
●Use good quality flat-
based cookware on all
electric heat sources.
●Always ensure pans have
clean, dry bases before
use.
●Ensure pans match size of
heating area.
●Remember good quality
pans retain heat well, so
generally only a low or
medium heat is necessary.
●Ensure pan handles are
positioned safely and
away from heat sources.
●Always lift pans, do not
drag.
●Always use pan lids
except when frying.
●Deal with spillage
immediately but with
care.
●NEVER Use gauze, metal
pan diffusers, asbestos
mats and stands e.g.Wok
stands – they can cause
overheating.
●NEVER Use utensils with
skirts or rims e.g. buckets
and some kettles.
●NEVER Use badly dented
or distorted pans.
●NEVER Leave an element
switched on when not
cooking.
●NEVER Cook food directly
on a heat source.
●NEVER Drag or slide
utensils, along the hob
surface.
●NEVER Stare at Halogen
heating units.
✓
✗
Stainless steel with single layer
copper base
✓
Stainless steel with sandwich bases
of aluminium and
stainless steel or aluminium
and copper.
Ceramic
✓✓
✗
Halogen
Aluminium
✓
✓
Enamelled steel
Enamelled aluminium
✗✗
Copper
Enamelled based cast iron
Not Recommended
Toughened glass or ceramic/
glass/pottery
✓✓
Ceramic Hob General Information

15
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.
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.
We recommend not to use a utensil with a base diameter greater than 25cm
(l0ins).
Pressure cookers or other large pans should be used on the front cooking
areas.
Always ensure that saucepan handles are positioned safely.
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.
In the unfortunate event of a chip pan fire:
1. Switch Off the electricity supply.
2. Smother flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth.
Burns and injuries are caused almost invariably by picking up the burning
pan and rushing outside with it.
1. Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the appropriate
heating area.
2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full or 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 to 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.
Do Not
Ceramic Hob General Information
Safety
requirements for
deep fat frying

Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of utensils.
To obtain a satisfactory performance from a ceramic hob and to avoid
unnecessary damage, we recommend the use of good quality utensils with
smooth flat bases.
1. Purchasing a new pan will not necessarily mean it will have a flat base,
always check before buying. See diagram below.
2. Using the correct pans and utensils will result in maximum contact with
the hob and maximum efficiency as with any type of electric hob.
Do use good quality smooth flat based utensils.
Do use a utensil which has approximately the same base area as the
heating area zone being used.
Do use utensils which have more than sufficient capacity for the amount of
food being cooked to prevent boil over or spillage.
Do use utensils with good fitting lids.
Do use a low dome pressure cooker for best results.
WARNING: Extreme caution should be used when cleaning the hot hob.
1. Always clean up any spillage immediately with a clean cloth or a paper
towel to avoid unnecessary damage to the hob.
Extreme care should be taken to avoid steam burns and hot surfaces
when cleaning spillage from the hob.
2. When cooking food which contains sugar (most food) or syrup, use a
utensil which is large enough to prevent boil over or spillage. Sugar
spillage will permanently damage the hob and therefore should be
cleaned off with care immediately. Taking care remove when still hot
with a razor-blade scraper.This will avoid any damage.
NEVER LET IT COOL BEFORE REMOVING.
3. Always ensure that the base of the utensil is dry before placing on the
ceramic hob.
Choosing Your Utensils
16
Do Use
Good quality
flat base
same size as
element
Convex
base too
small
Concave
base Too small Too large No pan Element ON
Choosing your
utensils
Remember
Important

Choosing Your Utensils
17
Do not use utensils with rough bases.
Do not use lightweight utensils with thin, distorted or uneven bases.
Do not use lightweight enamelled steel utensils.
Do not use cast iron utensils.
Do not use utensils with recessed, scrolled (like a gramophone record) or
ridged bases.
Do not use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than 1mm as this
will reduce the performance of the hob.
Do not use a utensil with a convex base.
Do not use glass ceramic utensils.
Do not use use lightweight saucepans with plain thin copper bases on
ceramic or halogen hotplates.
Note: All copper pans are excellent conductors of heat, and are hard
wearing and strong, but need quite a lot of care.They can be very heavy and
do not usually have completely flat bases.The interiors are usually lined with
a different material such as tin.
A stainless steel pan with a sandwich base of aluminium and stainless steel
is an excellent conductor of heat and is suitable for use on ceramic and halo-
gen hobs, providing they are used in accordance with the saucepans manu-
facturers’ recommendations.
Stainless steel pans with a sandwich base of aluminium and copper are
excellent conductors of heat. If using stainless steel saucepans with
aluminium and copper sandwich bases on ceramic and halogen hobs,the use
of these pans must be in accordance with the saucepan manufacturers’
recommendations. Extra care should be taken to ensure the base of the pan
and the hob is cleaned, and the hob conditioned, after each and every
use, when using this type of saucepan.
If these recommendations are not followed, the result will be a build up of
small copper deposits on the surface of your hob which, if not cleaned after
each use, will result in permanent marking of your hob.
Always lift the pan from the hob, do not drag or slide across the hob surface
as damage may occur.
Do Not

Grill Pan and Handle
18
Grill pan handle The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and
storage.
The handle can be either detachable from or fixed to the pan.
For a fixed handle remove the screw and washers from the grill pan
bracket, tilt the handle over the recess adjacent to the bracket (A), slide it
towards the centre of the pan (B) and let the handle locate over the
bracket (C). Replace screw and washers and ensure that they are fully
tightened up. For a detachable handle remove screw and washers from
the grill pan and keep safe.
Please note that if a fixed handle is required, the grill pan cannot
be kept in the Fan Oven with the door closed but may be stored in
the Top Oven when the appliance is not in use.
Warning: Ensure when using grill pan handle in the detachable
manner it is centralised and secure.
ABC

CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE
GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
GRILLING SHOULD NEVER BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THE GRILL/TOP
OVEN DOOR CLOSED.
The grill control is designed to provide variable heat control of either
the twin grill elements on together or the single left hand grill
element only, depending upon which direction the control knob is
rotated. With the control rotated clockwise 1through to 4the twin
elements will come on together. With the control turned anti-clock-
wise 1through to 4and the single left hand element will come on
only.
The control is Off at O.
Note: The grill will not operate unless the top oven control is in
the OFF position.
Food which requires browning only should be placed under the hot
grill,directly on the shelf in the first or second runner from the bottom
of the oven, according to the depth of the dish.
Open the Grill door to the grilling position. i.e. fully.
With the grill door in the grilling position, heating the grill is achieved
by turning the control clockwise to the desired ‘grill setting’ on the
control panel.
Never: line the grill pan with aluminium foil.
Note: Preheat the grill at setting 4for approximately 5minutes. The
grill pan is placed on the shelf or grill pan support/runner and should
be correctly positioned under the grill element. Leave the control at 4
for toast, sealing and 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 4.The thicker the food the lower the control
should be set.
Grill
Setting the Grill
19
Door in
grilling
position

Guide To Grilling
20
Pre - heat the grill for 5 minutes on maximum control setting before grilling
The settings in the above guide have been developed to cook food successfully without
excessive fat spitting and splashing.
Food Grill Setting Approximate Cooking time
Toasting of Bread
products
Small cuts of meat,
sausages, bacon, etc.
Chops etc.
Gammon steaks
Chicken pieces
Fish: fingers
Whole
Fillets
Fish in breadcrumbs
Pre - Cooked potato
products
Pizzas
Browning of food
3
3
4
4 for 4 mins.
reduce to lower
setting.
4 for 6-8 mins.
reduce to lower
setting.
4
3
10 - 20 mins.Whole fish and fillets placed in the
base of the grill pan.
15 - 20 mins.
10 - 20 mins.
15 - 20 mins.
12 - 15 mins. in the base of the grill pan.
8 - 10 mins. Dish placed directly on base of the
grill pan and pan placed on the base of the grill
compartment.
20 - 30 mins.Wire food support used in upturned
position for chicken.
43 - 10 mins.
GRILL CHART