Moffat MDB900 User manual

Model
MDB900
User
Manual
Oven

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The following symbols are used in this user manual:
WARNING!
Important information concerning your
personal safety and information on
how to avoid damaging the appliance.
IMPORTANT!
General information and tips
Environmental information
Contents
Important safety instructions 3
Product description 5
Controls and their functions 6
Before first use 7
Grill and oven furniture 8
The electronic timer 9
The dual grill 14
Grilling chart 16
The top oven 17
The main oven 19
Oven cooking chart 21
Roasting chart 23
Defrost 24
Care and cleaning 25
Troubleshooting 29
Technical details 30
Environment 30
Installation instructions 31
Service and spare parts 37
Guarantee conditions 38
European guarantee 39

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Important safety instructions
These warnings are provided in the interests of
your safety. Ensure that you understand them
all before installing or using the appliance.
Your safety is of paramount importance. If you
are unsure about any of the meanings of these
warnings please contact customer care.
Installation
• The appliance must be installed according to
the instructions supplied. The installation
work must be undertaken by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
• The appliance should be serviced by an
authorised Service Engineer and only
genuine approved spare parts should be
used.
• The appliance must be installed in an
adequately ventilated room.
• It is imperative that the appliance is left in the
base to protect both the appliance and the
floor.
• This appliance is heavy and care must be
taken when moving it.
• Do not attempt to lift or move this appliance
by the handles.
• All packaging, both inside and outside the
appliance must be removed before the
appliance is used.
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify the appliance in any way.
Child safety
• Do not allow children to play with any part of
the packaging.
• Do not allow children to sit or climb on the
drop down doors.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
children and other persons whose physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge prevents them
from using the appliance safely without
supervision or instruction by a responsible
person to ensure that they can use the
appliance safely.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
CAUTION!
Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is
in use. Young children should be kept away.
During use
• This appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
• This appliance has been designed for
domestic use to cook edible foodstuffs only
and must not be used for any other
purposes.
• Take great care when heating fats and oils,
as they will ignite if they become too hot.
• Never place plastic or any other material
which may melt in or on the oven.
• Always support the grill pan when it is in the
withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.
• Always use oven gloves to remove and
place food in the oven.

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• During use the appliance becomes hot. Care
should be taken to avoid touching heating
elements inside the oven.
• Ensure that all vents are not obstructed to
ensure ventilation of the oven cavity.
• Never line any part of the appliance with foil.
• Always stand back from the appliance when
opening the doors to allow any build up of
steam or heat to release.
• Stand clear when opening the drop down
oven door. Do not allow it to fall open -
support it using the door handle, until it is
fully open.
WARNING!
Never leave the appliance unattended when
the oven door is open.
• Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside
the oven. They may explode if they are
heated.
• Ensure that all control knobs are in the off
position when not in use.
• Do not stand on the appliance or on the
open oven doors.
• Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes
from the appliance or its handles.
• Do not use this appliance if it is in contact
with water.
• Never operate it with wet hands.
Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING!
For hygiene and safety reasons this
appliance should be kept clean at all times.
A build-up of fat or other foodstuff could
result in a fire especially in the grill pan.
• Do not leave the cookware containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in
case it is inadvertently switched on.
• Always allow the appliance to cool before
switching off at the wall prior to carrying out
any cleaning / maintenance work.
• Only clean this appliance in accordance with
the instructions given in this book.
• Never use steam or high-pressure steam
cleaners to clean the appliance.

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Product description
Electronic timer
Control panel
Dual grill / Top o en
Main o en

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Controls and their functions
Indicator neons
The indicator neons will turn off and on during use to
show that the temperature of the dual grill, top oven or
main oven is being maintained.
Electronic timer
Used to set the time of day, cooktime and to set automatic cooking.
At the end of the timed period an audible signal will sound
for up to 2 minutes.
Increase control used to increase the time on the display.
Decrease control used to decrease the time on the display.
Selector control used to set the required function.
Cook time indicator.
End time indicator.
Countdown indicator.
Time indicator.
Main oven control
Turn to activate the main oven and set the main oven
temperature.
Defrost function used for defrosting food.
Dual grill /
Top oven control
Turn to set the temperature of the Dual grill / Top oven.
Select to activate the full grill.
Select to turn off the Dual grill / Top oven.
Select to activate the centre grill only.
Select to activate the top oven.

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Before using the appliance
Rating plate
• This is usually situated on the front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening
either the main or top oven door. Alternatively
the rating plate may also be found on the back
or top of some models (where applicable).
• The appliance must be protected by a suitably
rated fuse or circuit breaker.
• The rating of the appliance is given on the
rating plate.
• Do not remove the rating plate from the
appliance as this may invalidate the
guarantee.
Preparing to use your appliance
• Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft
cloth using hot soapy water. Wash the furniture
before use.
• We suggest that you run the oven(s) and grill
for 10 – 15 minutes at maximum temperature,
to burn off any residue from their surfaces.
Accessible parts may become hotter than in
normal use. Children should be kept away.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it
is therefore advisable to open a window for
ventilation.
The cooling fan for the controls
• The cooling fan comes on immediately when
the grill is switched on and after a short time
when the oven is in use. It runs on after the
controls are switched off until the appliance has
cooled. During the initial period the cooling fan
may turn on and off, this is quite normal.
WARNING!
Always allow the cooling fan to cool the
appliance down before switching off at the
wall prior to carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance work.
Control panel indicator neon(s)
• The indicator neon will operate when the grill
(where applicable) or oven(s) is switched on.
• The indicator neon will glow. It may turn on and
off during use to show that the setting is being
maintained. If the neon does not operate as the
instructions indicate the controls have been
incorrectly set. Return all controls to zero and
reset following the instructions for the required
setting.
Condensation and steam
• When food is heated it produces steam similar
to a boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this
steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the appliance when opening the door(s) to
allow any build up of steam or heat to release.
• If the steam comes into contact with a cool
surface on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a
trim, it will condense and produce water
droplets. This is quite normal and is not
caused by a fault on the appliance.
• To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and foodstuff from surfaces.
• For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.
Cookware
• Baking trays, dishes etc., should not be placed
directly against the grid covering the fan at the
back of the oven.
• Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x
35cm (12” x 14”) as they will restrict the
circulation of heat and may affect performance.

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Grill and oven furniture
• The following items of grill and oven furniture
have been supplied with the appliance. If
you require replacements of any of the items
listed below please contact your local service
force centre.
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
Note: If you require an additional handle for
your grill pan, this can be ordered from your
local service force centre
1 grill pan grid
1 cranked shelf
(For grilling and top oven cooking)
2 straight shelves
(For main oven cooking)

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The electronic timer
Please note that this is a 24-hour clock, for
example 2.00pm is shown as 14.00.
In the following pages we explain how to set the
controls. Read through them a few times until you
are familiar with the procedure.
If the appliance is switched off on the wall, or there
is a loss of power, the clock will stop and you will
not be able to use the main oven.
Set the time of day
When the electricity is
first switched on, the
display will flash 12.00
and the time indicator
neon will flash.
Press the increase
buttons until the
correct time is
showing.
If necessary press the
decrease control to
help set the correct
time.
5 sec
The time indicator
neon will flash for 5
seconds then go out.
The display will revert
to the time of day.
IMPORTANT!
The increase and decrease control buttons
operate slowly at first and then more rapidly. They
should be pressed separately.
To set the countdown
The 'Countdown' gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking.
This cooking period may be up to 2 hrs 30 mins. It
is not part of the automatic control.
Hold
Press the selector control button until the
countdown indicator neon is illuminated and the
display reads 0.00
Hold
Press and hold the increase button. The display
will count up until the interval to be timed is
reached e.g. 30 minutes.

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If necessary press
and hold the decrease
button to achieve the
correct time interval.
IMPORTANT!
This must be done
within 5 seconds of
first pressing the
selector control button
IMPORTANT!
During the operation
of the countdown the
remaining time will be
shown in the display
At the end of the
timed period a sound
will be heard
intermittently for up to
2 minutes.
The sound can be
stopped by pressing
any button.
To cancel the countdown
Hold
Press and hold the
selector control button
until the countdown
indicator neon flashes.
Hold
Press and hold the
decrease button. The
display will count
down until 0.00 is
reached.
The countdown
indicator neon will
continue to flash for a
few seconds and then
go out. The display
will revert to the time
of day.
Setting the oven timer control
Only the main oven can be automatically timed.
When using the timer control for the very first
time, it is advisable to let it operate while you
are at home.
The display can be checked to show that it is
operating correctly and you will feel confident to
leave a meal to cook automatically in the future.

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To set the timer to switch on and off automatically
Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and
that the correct time of day is displayed.
Place food in oven.
To set the length of
cooking time. Press
the Selector Control
button until the cook
time indicator neon is
illuminated.
Hold
Press the increase
control until the
required length of
cooking time is
displayed.
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the correct time
interval is achieved.
The maximum
cooking time is 10
hours.
Release the buttons.
The cook time
indicator neon will be
illuminated.
IMPORTANT!
Remember, this must be completed within 5
seconds of first pressing the Selector Control
button.
To set the 'End Time'.
Press the Selector
Control button until
the 'End Time'
indicator neon flashes.
Press the increase
control button until the
required stop time is
displayed.
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the required time
interval is achieved.
Release the buttons.
The time of day will be
displayed after 5
seconds. The cook
time and end time
indicator neons will be
illuminated.

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off
Set the main oven control to the required
temperature. The oven indicator neon should
be off.
IMPORTANT!
When the automatic timed period starts, the
oven indicator neon will turn on and off
periodically during cooking, showing that the
temperature is being maintained.
To set the timer to switch off only
Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and
that the correct time of day is displayed. Place food in oven.
To set the length of
cooking time. Press
the Selector Control
button until the cook
time indicator neon is
illuminated.
Hold
Press the increase
control until the
required length of
cooking time is
displayed.
If necessary press the
decrease control until
the correct time
interval is achieved.
Release the buttons.
The cook time
indicator neon will be
illuminated. After 5
seconds the display
will revert to the time
of day.
on
Set the main oven control to the required
temperature. The oven indicator neon should be
on.
IMPORTANT!
To check the 'End Time' during the cooking
period, simply press the Selector Control button
once and the remaining time will be displayed.

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To cancel an automatic programme
Press and hold the
selector control button
until the cook time
indicator neon flashes.
Hold
Press and hold the
decrease button. The
display will count
down until 0.00 is
reached.
The cook time
indicator neon will
continue to flash for a
few seconds. The
display will revert to
the time of day
.
Turn off the oven
controls.
To return the appliance to manual
At the end of a timed cooking period, the 'End
Time' indicator neon will flash and an alarm will
sound for up to 2 minutes.
To stop the sound,
press any of the three
buttons.
The display will return
to the time of day.
Turn off the oven
controls.
Things to note
In the event of an interruption of the electricity
supply, the timer will reset it self to zero and all
programming will be cancelled.
Your timer has an energy save mode which allows
you to switch the display off. For setting details
please refer to the environmental chapter of this
manual.
Automatic cooking
It is advisable to leave food in the oven for as short a
time as possible before automatic cooking. Always
ensure commercially prepared food is well within its
use by date and that home prepared food is fresh and
of good quality.
When cooking is complete, do not leave food to stand
in the oven, but remove and cool it quickly if the food
is not to be consumed immediately. Always ensure
food in the oven has been covered before cooking if it
is not possible to remove food immediately after
cooking.

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The dual grill
CAUTION!
Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is
in use. Young children should be kept away.
IMPORTANT!
The grill is a dual circuit grill, which means that
the full area of the grill can be used, or for
economy purposes, the centre section only can
be used when cooking smaller quantities of
food.
Using the dual grill
To set the full grill
area, turn the top
oven/grill selector to
full grill.
To set the center grill
area, turn the top
oven/grill selector to
center grill.
Turn the top oven/grill
temperature control
knob to the right as far
as it will go. This is the
hottest setting.
To use the grill at
lower settings, turn
the temperature
control knob to a
lower setting.
WARNING!
The grill door must be left open when
grilling.
Things to note
• The oven light will illuminate.
• The cooling fan for the controls may operate
after a time.
• The dual grill operates independently of the
oven.
• For optimal grilling results place the grill pan
on the shelf so that the pan is positioned
centrally beneath the grill.
To turn off the grill
Turn the top oven/grill
temperature control
knob to the off
position.
Turn the top oven/grill
selector control knob
to the off position.

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The grill pan and handle
The grill pan has a removable handle. Attach and remove as described below
To attach. Place the
wirework under the
cut out in the pan so
that the metal plate
hooks over the top of
the grill pan.
Slide the handle to the
left and over the
central bump on the
grill pan.
WARNING!
Ensure the handle is correctly located. It is
not necessary to remove the grill pan handle
during grilling.
IMPORTANT!
To remove the handle simply reverse the
process.
Hints and tips
• Most foods should be placed on the grid in
the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of
air to lift the food out of the fats and juices.
• Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position
to allow for different thicknesses of food.
• Food should be thoroughly dried before
grilling to minimise splashing. Brush lean
meats and fish lightly with a little oil or
melted butter to keep them moist during
cooking.
• Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the
grid when grilling meats.
• When toasting bread use the cranked shelf
in position 2 with the grid in the high position.
• When using the centre section grill, ensure
food is placed centrally on the grilling grid
directly beneath the grill element.
• Preheat the grill on full setting for a few
minutes to seal meat or for toasting. Adjust
the heat setting and the shelf position as
necessary during cooking.
• The food should be turned over during
cooking as required

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Grilling chart
FOOD GRILL TIME (mins in total)
Bacon Rashers 5 - 6
Beef Burgers 10 - 15
Chicken Joints 30 - 40
Lamb Chops 15 - 20
Pork Chops 20 - 30
Whole Trout/Mackerel 15 - 25
Plaice/Cod Fillets 10 - 15
Kebabs 20 - 30
Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 8 - 12
Liver – Lamb/Pig 10 - 20
Sausages 20 - 30
Steak – Rare 6 - 12
Steak – Medium 12 - 16
Steak – Well Done 14 - 20
Toasted Sandwiches 3 - 4
IMPORTANT!
The times quoted above are given as a guide
and should be adjusted to suit personal taste.

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The top oven
The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It
is designed for cooking smaller quantities of
food. Place single dishes on the centre of the
shelf.
The top oven is also ideal for use as warming
compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot.
Use the top oven when you want to warm
plates. Use the lowest setting on the second
oven temperature control.
Preheating
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g.
bread, pastries, scones, soufflés etc., best
results are achieved if the oven is preheated
first. For best results when cooking frozen or
cooked chilled ready meals always preheat the
oven first.
Using the top oven
Turn the top oven/grill
selector to top oven.
Turn the top oven/grill
temperature control
knob to the required
temperature.
Things to note
• The oven light will illuminate.
• The indicator neon will glow. It may turn on
and off during use to show that the setting is
being maintained.
• The cooling fan for the controls may operate
after a time.
•
Do not place dishes, tins and trays directly
on the oven base as it becomes very hot and
damage will occur.

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To turn off the top oven
Turn the top oven/grill
temperature control
knob to the off
position.
Turn the top oven/grill
selector control knob
to the off position.
To fit the top oven shelf
The shelf should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards
the back of the oven.
To remove a shelf slide the shelf towards you
until the shelf stop is reached. Tilt shelf up at
the front so that the stops clear the side
supports. Lift shelf clear.
To install a shelf, reverse the above steps.
Each shelf position has an upper and lower
support wire, ensure the shelf is placed between
these two support wires.
Hints and tips
• Arrange the shelf in the required position
before switching the oven on. Shelf
positions are counted from the bottom
upwards.
• There should always be at least 2.5cm (1”)
between the top of the food and the
element. This gives best cooking results
and allows room for rise in yeast mixtures,
Yorkshire puddings etc. When cooking
cakes, pastry, scones bread etc., place the
tins or baking trays centrally on the shelf.
• Ensure that food is placed centrally on the
shelf and there is sufficient room around
the baking tray/dish to allow for maximum
circulation.
• Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking
tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto
the oven base and to help reduce cleaning.
• The material and finish of the baking tray
and dishes used will affect the degree of
base browning. Enamelware, dark, heavy
or non-stick utensils increase base
browning. Shiny aluminium or polished
steel trays reflect the heat away and give
less base browning.
• Do not place baking trays directly on the
oven base as it interferes with the oven air
circulation and can lead to base burning;
use the lower shelf position.
• Because of the smaller cooking space and
lower temperatures, shorter cooking times
are sometimes required.
• For economy leave the door open for the
shortest possible time, particularly when
placing food into a pre-heated oven.
WARNING!
Do not place cookware and cooking pots
with rough bases e.g. cast iron on the oven
door as damage to the glass may occur.

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The main oven
The fan oven is particularly suitable for cooking
larger quantities of food. The advantages of fan
oven cooking are:
Preheating
The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature,
so it is not usually necessary to preheat the
oven. Without preheating however, you may
find you need to add an extra 5 – 10 minutes on
the recommended cooking times. For recipes
needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries,
scones, soufflés etc., best results are achieved
if the oven is preheated first. For best results
when cooking frozen or cooked chilled ready
meals always preheat the oven first.
Cooking temperatures
Fan oven cooking generally requires lower
temperatures than conventional cooking.
Follow the temperatures recommended in the
cooking chart. As a guide reduce temperatures
by about 20C° - 25°C for your own recipes,
using a conventional oven.
Batch baking
The fan oven cooks evenly on all shelf levels,
especially useful when batch baking.
To fit the main oven shelves
The shelves should be fitted with the straight
rods uppermost on the frame and the forms
towards the back of the oven.
To remove a shelf slide the shelf towards you
until the shelf stop is reached. Tilt shelf up at
the front so that the stops clear the side
supports. Lift shelf clear.
To install a shelf, reverse the above steps.
Each shelf position has an upper and lower
support wire, ensure the shelf is placed between
these two support wires.
Using the main oven
Turn the main oven
temperature control
knob to the required
temperature.

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To turn the main oven off
Turn the main oven
temperature control
knob to the off
position.
Things to note
• The oven light will illuminate.
• The indicator neon will glow. It may turn on
and off during use to show that the setting is
being maintained.
• The cooling fan for the controls may operate
after a time.
• The oven fan will operate.
• If an automatic programme has been set, the
oven fan and light do not come on until
cooking begins.
Hints and tips
• Arrange the shelves in the required positions
before switching the oven on. Shelf
positions are counted from the bottom
upwards.
• When cooking more than one dish in the fan
oven, place dishes centrally on different
shelves rather than cluster several dishes on
one shelf, this will allow the heat to circulate
freely for the best cooking results.
• When batch baking one type of food, e.g.
Victoria sandwich cakes, those of similar
size will be cooked in the same time.
• It is recommended that when baking larger
quantities the shelf positions should be
evenly spaced to suit the load being cooked.
A slight increase in cooking time may be
necessary.
• Do not place baking trays directly on the
oven base as it interferes with the oven air
circulation and can lead to base burning; use
the lower shelf position.
WARNING!
Do not place cookware and cooking pots
with rough bases e.g. cast iron on the oven
door as damage to the glass may occur.