Hotpoint S230G DY230G User manual

Instructions
S230G
DY230G

Introduction 4
CONTENTS
For Your Safety – Always 5
For Your Safety – Never 6
Oven Timer Operation 7
Know Your Timer 8
Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation
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Grill Pan and Handle 13
Using The Grill 14
Using the Top Oven 15
Using the Main Oven 18
Care and Cleaning 23
Installation 26
Something Wrong? 33
Key Contacts Back Cover
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Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’ before the ovens
can be used.
Note: Ensure that the oven is securely fixed to the cabinet before use.
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with the
regulations in force and only used in a well
ventilated space.
Read the instructions before installing or using the
appliance and retain them for future use

INTRODUCTION
Your new cooker 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 any temporary finish and also any moisture absorbed by 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 and gas supply as stated on
the Data badge attached to this equipment.
(c) Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or has not been modified or repaired by
any person other than the authorised employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.
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This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Low Voltage Equipment Gas Appliances
73/23/EEC 90/396/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC

FOR YOUR SAFETY
When used properly, your appliance is completely safe but as with any product
there are certain precautions that must be observed.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
ALWAYS
●Always make sure you remove all packaging and literature from inside the oven
and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.
●Always make sure you understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
●Always keep children away from the appliance when in use as the surfaces will get
extremely hot during and after cooking.
●Always make sure all controls are turned off when you have finished cooking and
when not in use.
●Always 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 take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.
●Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and allow
the appliance to cool.
●Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the
oven.
●Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.
●Always take care when removing utensils from the top oven when the main
oven is in use as the contents may be hot.
●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 CORGI registered service engineer.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
NEVER
●Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all
cooking surfaces will be hot during and after 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 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 use the appliance as a room heater.
●Never use the grill to warm plates.
●Never dry any items on the oven doors.
●Never allow children to play with the controls.
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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).
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, for example
opening of a window, or more effective ventilation, for example increasing the level of
mechanical ventilation where present.

OVEN TIMER OPERATION
AUTOMATIC COOKING
The Top Oven and Main Oven can be controlled by the automatic timer. When the timer
control has been set for one oven, it is possible to use the other oven only during the
same automatic cooking programme.
HINTS ON AUTOMATIC COOKING
1. Select 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 auto cooking,
keep the delay start 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.
Shepherd'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.
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Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’ before the ovens 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 indi-
cate 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

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN
TIMER OPERATION
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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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TIMER OPERATION
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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(s) 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(s) will be returned to Manual.
Step 9 Turn the oven control(s) 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(s) 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(S) 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(s).

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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(s) will be returned to Manual.
Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) 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(s).
Step 3 Turn the oven control(s) 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

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN
TIMER OPERATION
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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(s) on and off at the required times.
4. When setting an Auto Cooking Programme and a mistake is made, to clear:–
(a) Press & 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(s) to the OFF position.
Step 2 Press the Manual button to return the oven(s) 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.

The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and storage.
The grill pan handle can be fixed as follows:
Step 1 Remove screw & washers from the grill pan bracket.
Step 2 Tilt the handle over the recess (a).
Step 3 Slide it towards the centre of the pan (b).
Step 4 Locate the handle over the bracket (c).
For a fixed handle, replace screw & washers and ensure they are fully
tightened up. If a detachable handle is required, do not replace screw
& washers.
GRILL PAN & HANDLE
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NOTE: Ensure that when using the grill pan handle in the detachable manner it is
centralised and secure.
The grill pan can be stored in the top compartment with the handle attached by
placing the shelf in the middle or lower position and tilting the grill pan over the
rear edge of the shelf.
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USING THE GRILL
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CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
Step 1 Open the top oven door and remove the grill pan.
Step 2 Place the shelf in the chosen position.
Step 3 Push in and turn the control knob clockwise to the large flame symbol.
Sparking will continue until the grill burner is lit.
Step 4 Slide the grill pan along the shelf towards the rear of the compartment until it
stops.
Step 5 Turn the control knob clockwise to the desired setting. Only turn the control
between the large and the small flame symbols.
Step 6 To turn off, turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the symbol O.
Note: DO NOT line the grill pan with aluminium foil, as this increases the amount of
fat spitting and can cause a fire.
The grill burner will only operate when the door is open. If the grill door is closed
while the grill is on, the grill burner will be shut off. When the door opened again
the grill burner will turn on and be reignited.
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 desirable to reduce it for
thicker pieces of meat or for keeping food warm.
For au gratin dishes e.g. macaroni cheese and meringue toppings e.g. baked alaska, place
the dish on the floor of the grill compartment. The base of the grill pan can be used for
warming fruit garnishes on the reduced setting.
COOLING FAN
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when any control is used.
Whenever the appliance has been used, the cooling fan may continue to run or restart itself
after all the controls have been turned off.

USING THE TOP OVEN
Note: DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the top oven is in
use as the surfaces get hot
WARNING: Items stored in the top oven will get hot when the main oven is in use.
The top oven can be used to cook small quantities of food or used in conjunction with the main
oven to provide additional cooking space.
SHELF POSITIONING
The shelf can be used in three different positions. It has a safety stop to prevent it being
pulled out too far when attending to food. The shelf is removed from the oven
by pulling it out to the stop and the lifting at the front to withdraw.
TOP OVEN UTENSILS
The baking dish and the grill pan without the handle can be used in the oven. To
ensure good air circulation in the oven, the maximum size of baking tray that should be
used is 300mm X 350mm (12" X 14").
USING THE TOP OVEN
NOTE:The oven burner only operates when the oven door is closed. The oven burner will
shut off when the door is opened, and will turn on and reignite when the door is closed
again.
1. Check that the timer is set to manual.
2. Place the shelf in the correct position. ( see cooking chart ).
3. With the top oven door closed, push in and turn the control knob fully anti-clockwise.
Sparking will continue until the burner is lit. Turn the control knob clockwise to the
required setting (see cooking chart ). There is a delay of about one minute whilst the
safety device operates before the burner comes fully on.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob clockwise to the symbol O.
GUIDANCE ON USING THE TOP OVEN
1. Best results are obtained by pre - heating for about fifteen minutes.
2. The tray or dish on which the food is cooked should be pushed to the back of the
shelf.
3. Food which is higher than or will rise above 100mm (4") cannot be cooked in the top
oven.
PLATE WARMING
Place the plates / dishes on the bottom shelf position and turn the control knob
to mark 1 for 10 - 15 minutes. Never use the grill for warming plates.
COOLING FAN
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when any control is used.
Whenever the appliance has been used, the cooling fan may continue to run or restart
itself after all the controls have been turned off.
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TOP OVEN COOKING CHART
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 8 before selecting the required gas Mark.
Shelf position 1 is the highest.
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Position Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
FISH
Oily and white fish 5 2 20-30 mins.
MEAT AND POULTRY
Beef (medium) 4 or 5 3 25-30 mins per lb + 25-30 mins
Ham (covered in foil) 5 3 40 mins per lb + 40 mins
Lamb 5 3 30-35 mins per lb + 30 mins
Pork 5 3 40 mins per lb + 40 mins
Chicken 5 3 25 mins per lb + 25 mins
Duckling & Goose 5 3 25 mins per lb + 25 mins
Turkey 4 315-20 mins per lb + 15-20 mins
Casseroles 3 3 2-4 hrs. depending on meat used.
VEGETABLES
Baked jacket potatoes 5 2 11/2 - 2 hrs.
PUDDINGS
Milk Puddings (500ml/1pt) 3 2 11/2 - 2 hrs.
Baked Custard (500ml/1pt) 3 2
45 mins - 1 hr. in bain-marie of cold water.
Baked Sponge Puddings 4 2 30 - 45 mins
Baked Apples 3 2 45 mins - 1 hr. depending on size
Meringue Topped Puddings 1 2 25 mins until tinged with brown
Apple Tart (1 x 205mm/8”) 6 2 60 mins
Fruit Crumble 5 2 45 - 50 mins
If using aluminium foil:
1. Remember it is important to increase the cooking time by one third.
2. Do not allow the foil to touch the sides of the oven.
3. Do not cover the oven interior with foil.
4. Do not cover the oven shelves with foil.
Push dish right to
back of shelf.
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TOP OVEN COOKING CHART
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
CAKES, PASTRIES AND BISCUITS
Small Cakes (16 per tray) 5 2 20 - 25 mins.
Victoria sandwich (2 x 180mm / 7”)
4 2 25 - 30 mins.
Swiss Roll (3 egg quantity) 6 2 10 - 12 mins.
Christmas cake (1 x 205mm / 8”) 2 2 4 - 5 hrs depending on recipe
Madeira cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 4 2 1 hr.
Rich Fruit cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 2 21/4- 21/2hrs.
Gingerbread 3 2 11/2- 13/4hrs.
Scones - 16 per tray 7 2 12 - 15 mins.
Shortbread (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 2 45 mins. – 1 hr. depending on thickness
Biscuits 4-6 2 15 - 25 mins.
Shortcrust Pastry 6 2 15 mins. – 1 hr. depending on recipe
Rich Short Crust 5 2 20 - 30 mins.
Flaky/Puff Pastry 7 2 10 - 30 mins. depending on recipe
Choux Pastry 6 2 25 - 35 mins.
YEAST MIXTURES
Bread - rolls, plait 7 2 or 3 25 - 35 mins
Tea breads etc. 5 2 25 - 30 mins
MISCELLANEOUS
Yorkshire Pudding - small 7 2 20 - 25 mins
- large 7 2 30 - 40 mins
Meringues 1 3 21/2- 4 hrs. turn when necessary
Soft Margarine – Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not
those indicated on the cooking chart.
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USING THE MAIN OVEN
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Note: DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the main oven is in use
as the surfaces get extremely hot
The oven has different heat zones - the temperature control settings refer to the
temperature on the middle shelf; above this shelf it is hotter and below it is cooler.
SHELF POSITIONING
The two shelves can be used in six different positions. Each shelf has a safety stop to prevent
it being pulled out too far when attending to food. Shelves are removed from the oven by
pulling them out to the stop and the lifting at the front to withdraw.
MAIN OVEN UTENSILS
The baking dish and the grill pan without the handle can be used in the oven. To
ensure good air circulation in the oven, the maximum size of baking tray that should be
used is 300mm X 350mm (12" X 14").
MAIN OVEN OPERATION
1. Check that the timer is set to manual.
2. Place the shelves in the correct position. ( see cooking chart ).
3. With the main oven door closed, push in and turn the control knob fully anti-clockwise.
Sparking will continue until the burner is lit. Turn the control knob clockwise to the
required setting (see cooking chart ). There is a delay of about one minute whilst the safety
device operates before the burner comes fully on.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to symbol O.
Note: The oven burner only operates when the oven door is closed. The oven burner will
shut off when the door is opened, and will turn on and reignite when the door is closed
again.
COOLING FAN
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when any control is used.
Whenever the appliance has been used, the cooling fan may continue to run or restart
itself after all the controls have been turned off.

USING THE MAIN OVEN
COLD START COOKING
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
at the gas mark you require for cooking.
ROASTING OF LARGE POULTRY
The maximum weight of poultry that can be accommodated is 11.5kg (25 lbs) of suitable
shape.
It is important to check that the bird DOES NOT overhang the burner at the back of the oven.
STORAGE AND RE-HEATING OF FOOD
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 re-heating.
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.
‘COOK CHILL’ DISHES
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.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
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.
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USING THE MAIN OVEN
The ‘S’ setting on the main oven thermostat is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and
warming plates for short periods.
USING THE ‘S’ SETTING
1. All dishes cooked by the ‘S’ 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 ‘S’ setting and never be cooked lower than the middle shelf position.
3. Joints of meat over 6 lbs (2.7kg) and poultry over 4 lbs 8oz (2 kg) should not be cooked
using the ‘S’ setting.
4. Always stand covered joints on a rack over the meat tin to allow good air circulation.
5. A meat thermometer should be used when cooking pork joints and poultry.
The internal temperature of the food should reach at least 88˚C.
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.
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