Indesit KD341GW User manual

50cm Gas Cooker
Instructions for installation and use
KD341GW

Care and Cleaning / Battery Replacement 14
Something Wrong with your cooker? 16
If It Still Won’t Work 22
Installation Instructions 17
Key Contacts Back Cover
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Contents
Introduction 3
For Your Safety 4
Hotplate 6
Grill 8
Oven 10
Oven Cooking Charts 12

Introduction
To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET
CAREFULLY.
Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting service. The guarantee is only
applicable if the cooker has been installed in accordance with the installation
instructions.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be
accepted for use in any other installation.
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (eg. open a window or
use an extractor fan.) and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any
fumes. It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased.
This odour is due to any temporary finish and also any moisture absorbed by the
insulation.
Our policy is one of continual improvement in design and development, therefore
strict accuracy of illustrations and descriptions cannot be guaranteed.
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Safety Information
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ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls before using the cooker.
ALWAYS check all controls on the cooker are turned off after use.
ALWAYS stand back when opening the oven door to allow heat to disperse.
ALWAYS u
se dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the ovens.
ALWAYS k eep the oven and grill doors closed when the cooker is not in use.
ALWAYS place pans centrally over the hotplate burners and position them so that the
handles cannot accidentally be caught or knocked or become heated by
other burners.
ALWAYS k
eep the cooker clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a
fire.
ALWAYS a
llow the cooker to cool before cleaning.
ALWAYS f ollow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the
possibility of bacterial growth.
ALWAYS keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
ALWAYS refer servicing to CORGI registered appliance service engineers.
ALWAYS t ake care when removing items from the grill when the oven is on, as the
contents may be hot.
Please read the precautions below before using your cooker.
ALWAYS...

Safety Information
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NEVER leave children unsupervised where the cooker is installed as all surfaces will
be hot during and after its use.
NEVER allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the cooker.
NEVER s
tore items that children may attempt to reach above the cooker.
NEVER heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the
container to burst.
NEVER store chemicals/food stuffs, pressurised containers in or on the cooker, or in
cabinets immediately above or next to the cooker.
NEVER fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use a lid.
DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
NEVER place flammable or plastic items on or near the hotplate.
NEVER use proprietary spillage collectors on the hotplate.
NEVER use the cooker as a room heater.
NEVER dry clothes or place other items over or near to the hotplate or oven/grill
doors.
NEVER wear garments will long flowing sleeves whilst cooking.
NEVER use steam cleaners.
NOTE: The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and
moisture in the room in which it is installed. Always 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.
NEVER...

Hotplate
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The hotplate has one large high speed burner, two normal simmering burners and one
small simmering burner which will accommodate pans between 100mm (4”) and
200mm (8”) diameter. All pans should be positioned centrally over the burners.
The pan supports should be fitted on the hotplate such that the indents along one side
of each pan support are inner-most.
Those models fitted with a hotplate lid have a safety device which cuts off the gas
supply to the hotplate unless the lid is fully open. Do not use the safety device as a
means of controlling the burners.
TO USE THE HOTPLATE
1. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the control knob of the
chosen burner anti-clockwise to the large flame symbol. Continue to press
the ignition button until the sparks light the gas.
2. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the desired setting.
Only turn the control knob between the large flame symbol and the small
flame symbol for adjusting the setting.
3. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the symbol O.
DO NOT use mis-shapen pans which may be unstable.
DO NOT use round base woks directly on the pan supports.
DO NOT use the glass lid (if fitted) as a working surface.
Each burner is fitted with a spark ignition electrode for lighting the gas. To ensure rapid
lighting of the burners every time they are used, the electrodes must be kept clean
and dry. Remove any food spillage or cleaning materials from the electrode using a
small nylon brush such as a tooth brush. Access to the electrode can be achieved by
lifting off the loose burner parts carefully when the burners are cool.
If aluminium based pans are used, a silvery deposit may appear on the top edge of the
pan support fingers. See ‘Care and Cleaning’ section for cleaning information.

Hotplate
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEEP FAT FRYING
1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil or fat.
2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooling period.
3. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan.
4. Always dry food thoroughly before frying and lower it slowly into the hot oil
or fat. Frozen foods in particular will cause frothing and spitting if added
too quickly.
5. Always keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or fat.
HOW TO DEAL WITH A FAT FIRE
1. Do not remove the pan.
2. Turn of the hotplate burners.
3. Smother the flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth to extinguish the fire.
Do not use water or a fire extinguisher as the force of it may spread the
burning fat or oil over the edge of the pan.
4. Leave the pan for at least 60 minutes before moving it.

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

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

Oven
The oven has different heat zones – the thermostat settings refer to the temperature
on the middle shelf; above this shelf it is hotter and below it is cooler.
Two shelves enable full use of the temperatures inside the oven.
Each shelf has a safety stop to prevent if from being pulled out too far when attending
to food. Shelves are removed from the oven by pulling them out to the stop and then
lifting them at the front to withdraw.
The grill pan without the handle can be used in the oven. The maximum size of baking
tray that should be used is 300mm x 330mm (12” x 13”).
TO USE THE OVEN
1. Place oven shelves in the chosen positions (refer to cooking charts).
2. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn the oven control knob fully
anti-clockwise. Continue to press the ignition button until the spark lights the gas.
3. Turn the control knob clockwise to the required setting (refer to cooking chart).
There is a delay of about one minute whilst the safety device operates before the
burner comes on full.
4. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise the the symbol O.
Never place dishes on the oven base over the burner.
An odour may be noticed when first using the oven – this should cease after a short
period of use.
RELIGHTING THE BURNER
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner
control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one minute
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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.
ROASTING OF LARGE POULTRY
The maximum weight of poultry that can be accommodated is 8kg (18 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 reheating.
3. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven, Mk. 6,
and then serve immediately.
4. Only re-heat food once.
‘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.
PLATE WARMING
The lowest setting can be used to warm plates and to keep food and sauces warm.
Plates should be placed in the oven at the lowest setting “S”. Plates and utensils may
still be hot, even when using the “S” setting.
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Oven Cooking Chart
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The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting
to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below
is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed.
Allow 15 minutes preheat for best results.
Always turn the thermostat knob to Mark 9 before selecting the appropriate gas Mark.
Shelf position 1 is the highest.
Gas Shelf
Food Mark Position Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
Fish
Oily and white fish 3 or 4 4 25-60 mins. depending on recipe
Meat and Poultry
Beef 4 or 5 4 25-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins. extra
Ham 5 4 40 mins per 450g (1lb) covered in foil plus
40 mins. extra
Lamb 5 4 30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 30 mins extra
Pork 5 4 40 mins per 450g (1lb) + 40 mins extra
Chicken 5 4 25 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins extra
Duckling & Goose 5 4 25 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins extra
Turkey 4 or 5 4 or 5 15-20 mins per 450g (1lb) + 20 mins
Casseroles 3 3 or 4 2-6 hrs. depending on cut of meat
Vegetables
Baked jacket potatoes 4 or 5 3 11/2 - 3 hrs. until soft, depending on size
Puddings
Milk Puddings (500ml/1pt) 3 4 13/4 - 21/2stand dish on baking tray and
started with warm milk
Baked Custard (500ml/1pt) 3 4 45-60 mins. bain-marie
Baked Sponge Puddings 4 3 40 - 50 mins
Baked Apples 3 3 30-45 mins depending on type and size
of apples
Meringue Topped Puddings 1 3 or 4 15 mins or until “tinged” with brown
Apple Tart (1 x 205mm/8”) 6 2 45-60 mins
Fruit Crumble 5 2 35 - 45 mins

Gas Shelf
Food Mark Positions Approx. Cooking Time and Comments
Cakes, Pastries & Biscuits
Small Cakes (16 per tray) 2 trays 5 1 and 3 17 - 25 mins.
1 tray 5 2 18 - 22 mins.
Victoria sandwich (2 x 180mm / 7”) 4 1 and 3 20 - 30 mins
Swiss Roll (3 egg quantity) 5 2 20 - 25 mins.
Christmas cake (1 x 205mm / 8”) 2 3 Time depending on recipe
Madeira cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 4 4 11/4- 11/2hrs.
Rich Fruit cake (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 4 Time depending on recipe
Scones - 16 per tray 7 1 and 3 10 - 20 mins.
Shortbread (1 x 180mm / 7”) 2 3 55 - 65 mins.
Biscuits 4 1 and 3 10 - 20 mins.
Shortcrust Pastry 6 2 15 - 60 mins depending on use.
Rich Short Crust 5 1 and 3 20 - 30 mins.
Flaky/Puff Pastry 7 2 10 - 30 mins.
Choux Pastry 6 2 20 - 30 mins.
Yeast Mixtures
Bread - rolls 7 2 and 4 20 - 30 mins.
Miscellaneous
Yorkshire Pudding:– large 7 1 30 - 40 mins
individual 7 2 20 - 30 mins
Meringues “S” 3 2 - 3 hrs
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When baking with two trays or tins on two levels, the top tray is removed first and the
lower tray moved up to the top position for a few minutes longer.
Soft Margarine –
Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not those
indicated on the cooking chart.
Oven Cooking Chart

Care and Cleaning
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To move the cooker forward, open the grill door and with both hands positioned
under the roof of the compartment, lift and pull forward.
Replace by pushing the cooker backwards. Check that the cooker is level.
Take care to ensure that any floor covering is not damaged.
Do not attempt to lift the product using the grill door or grill door handle.
OVEN SHELF SUPPORTS
The shelf supports are removable and dishwasher safe.
To remove hold the support at the front and pull away from the oven side, this can
then be cleaned in a sink or a dishwasher.
When removed it allows access to the oven side, which can be cleaned with warm
soapy water.
To refit the support, insert the longer leg into the rear fixing hole and push in the front
leg.
OVEN DOOR / GRILL DOOR
Wipe over the door outer panel with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water, then after
wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth.
Take care during cleaning not to damage or distort the Door Seal. Do not lift the Door
Seal from the Oven Front Frame, if necessary remove the seal by carefully unhooking
the corner clips.
Do not use scouring pads or abrasive powder which may scratch the surface.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
The battery is not covered by the guarantee. Use an alkaline AA battery. The battery
holder is located in the plinth panel below the oven door. Open the oven door fully.
Press the tag on the left hand side of the battery holder/cover and withdraw it just
enough to get access to the battery.
Fit the new battery with the end marked “+” on the same side of the battery holder as
the red lead. Replace the battery holder by pushing it firmly into the hole in the plinth.
Clean the cooker regularly and wipe up spills soon after they occur to prevent
them from becoming burnt on.
TURN OFF THE MAIN SWITCH AND ENSURE THE COOKER IS COLD BEFORE CLEANING.
BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN, ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.
NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, CAUSTIC CLEANERS, HARSH ABRASIVES,
SCOURING PADS, STEAM CLEANERS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS
OF ANY KIND.

Care and Cleaning
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COOKER FINISH CLEANING METHOD
Vitreous Enamel
Hotplate, burner caps, grill
pan, oven base and rear,
inside of grill compartment,
inside of doors, control panel.
Cloth wrung out in warm soapy water. Stubborn
stains can be removed with a cream paste,
liquid cleaner or by rubbing with fine steel wool
soap pads.
Check that the cleaning agent is approved by the
Vitreous Enamel Development Council.
Paint
Plinth, Fascia bottom trim,
side panels, Door fronts.
Rear end caps.
Wash with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water
only.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVES.
Aluminium
Hotplate burner bodies.
Similar to paint cleaning above. Use a nylon brush to
remove any cleaning materials, water or dirt from the
hotplate burners.
Chromium Plating
Oven shelves, grill pan grid,
grill pan handle support.
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water.
A fine steel wool soap pad or a chrome or stainless
steel cleaner may be used.
Plastic
Grill pan handle, door
handles, control knobs.
NOTE: To ensure rapid lighting of the hotplate burners every time they are used, the electrodes
must be kept clean and dry. Remove any food spillage or cleaning materials from the electrode
using a small nylon brush such as a tooth brush.
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water.
Stubborn stains can be removed with a cream
cleaner.
Glass
Door fronts.
Wash with cloth wrung out in warm soapy water
only. Do not use ABRASIVES. Polish with a dry cloth
or kitchen towel.

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

Installation Instructions
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Prior to installation, ensure that the local distributions (nature of the gas and gas
pressure) and the adjustment conditions are compatible. The adjustment conditions
for this appliance are stated on the data badge which is fitted on the outer rear panel
of the cooker. This appliance is not designed to be connected to a combustion prod-
ucts evacuation device. It must be installed and connected in accordance with current
installation regulations. Particular attention should be given to the relevant require-
ments regarding ventilation.
MODEL KD341G
Category I2H (G.B. IE)
This model is set to burn NATURAL GAS (G20) at 20 mbar ONLY and cannot be used on
any other gas.
GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION & USE) REGULATIONS
It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance
with the current edition of the above regulations. It is in your interest and that of safety
to ensure compliance with the law.
In the UK, CORGI registered installers work to safe standards of practice.
The cooker must also be installed in accordance with BS 6172.
Failure to install the cooker correctly could invalidate the warrantY liability claims and
could lead to prosecution.
LOCATION
The cooker may be located in a kitchen, kitchen/diner or a bed-sitting room, but not in
a room containing a bath or shower. The cooker must not be installed in a bed-sitting
room of less than 20m3.
PROVISION FOR VENTILATION
The room containing the cooker should have an air supply in accordance with
BS 5440: Part 2
The room must have an opening window or equivalent; some rooms may also require
a permanent vent. If the room has a volume between 5 and 10m3, it will require an air
vent of 50cm2effective area unless it has a door which opens directly to outside. If the
room has a volume of less than 5m3, it will require an air vent of 100cm2effective area.
If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room, BS 5440: Part 2 should be
consulted to determine air vent requirements.

Installation Instructions
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BURNER HEAT INPUT INJECTOR
Natural Gas
HOTPLATE
Front left
HOTPLATE
Rear right
HOTPLATE
Front right
HOTPLATE
Rear left
GRILL
OVEN
3.0 kW
2.0 kW
1.0 kW
3.8 kW
2.5 kW
128
102
72
150
115
2.0 kW 102
TECHNICAL DATA
DIMENSIONS
Height 900mm
Width 500mm
Depth 600mm (excluding door handles)
GENERAL
Gas connection Rp 1/2(1/2” BSP female)
Pressure test point Grill injector
Gas rate adjustment None
Aeration adjustment None
Battery 1.5V Alkaline AA

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

Installation Instructions
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UNPACKING THE COOKER
Unpack the components from inside the grill and oven: Check that the following parts
are present.
Grill pan and grid Grill pan handle
Pan supports (2) Oven shelves (2)
Enamelled discs (4) Aluminium burner bodies (4)
Literature Battery 1.5V
LEVELLING
Four skid feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to level the cooker.
Caution: Some soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved
carefully.
STABILITY BRACKET
The cooker must be fitted with a stability device firmly secured to the fabric of the
building. One of the holes in the rear panel can be used to engage a stability bracket.
The bracket must be fitted to the wall behind the
cooker. The diagram is a guide to the correct
height at which the bracket should be from the
floor.
155mm
Floor to bracket.