Salton SFMK23 Installation guide

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
MODEL NO. SFMK23
SALTON MINI KITCHEN

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Congratulations on purchasing the Salton Mini Kitchen. Each unit is manufactured to ensure safety
and reliability. Before using this appliance for the first time, please read the instruction manual
carefully and keep it for future reference.
FEATURES OF THE SALTON MINI KITCHEN
•23L oven capacity with 2 solid hotplates
•Power: 1380W oven
1000W Left hotplate
700W Right hotplate
•Quick, efficient cooking
•Glass lift-off oven door
•Temperature range 100℃to 250℃
•Oven and hotplates have variable temperature settings
•Oven and hotplates can be used simultaneously
•Bake and grill
•Modern black and stainless steel finish
•Separate controls and indicator lights for the oven and hotplates
•Accessories include an enamel bake tray and adjustable wire rack
•Free recipes inside!
•For domestic use only
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including
the following:
1. Please read the instructions carefully before using any appliance.
2. Always ensure that the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage in your
home.
3. Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance and cause injury to the user.
4. The appliance is intended for household use only. Commercial use invalids the warranty and
the supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage caused when using the
appliance for any other purpose than that intended.
5. Avoid any contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate the unit with damp or wet hands.
7. Do not dispose of this unit with domestic trash. Consult your local municipality for proper
disposal procedure.
8. Do not touch hot surfaces, use handles or knobs.
9. Use mittens or oven gloves when removing hot dishes from the unit.

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10. Do not block any air vents.
11. Do not leave hotplates in the ON position with no pots or pans on them.
12. Close supervision is required when any appliance is used near or by children or invalids.
13. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
14. Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or the plug is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified person in order to avoid an electrical
hazard.
15. Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. In case of damage,
take the unit in for examination and/or repair by an authorised service agent
16. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the motor assembly, plug or
the power cord to water or any other liquid.
17. Never immerse the unit in water or any other liquid for cleaning purposes.
18. Remove the plug from the socket by gripping the plug. Do not pull on the cord to disconnect
the appliance from the mains. Always unplug the unit when not in use, before cleaning or
when adding or removing parts.
19. The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended or supplied by the
manufacturer may result in injuries, fire or electric shock.
20. A short cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
21. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Ensure that the cord is not in a
position where it can be pulled on inadvertently.
22. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces and do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
23. Do not use the appliance on a gas or electric cooking top or over or near an open flame.
24. Use of an extension cord with this appliance is not recommended. However, if it is necessary
to use an extension lead, ensure that the lead is suited to the power consumption of the
appliance to avoid overheating of the extension cord, appliance or plug point. Do not place
the extension cord in a position where it can be pulled on by children or animals or tripped
over.
25. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use. Do not use this appliance for anything other
than its intended use.
26. DO NOT carry the appliance by the power cord.
27. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use. Always unplug the unit when not in use or
before cleaning.
28. Always operate the appliance on a smooth, even, stable surface. Do not place the unit on a
hot surface.

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29. Ensure that the switch is in the “Off” position after each use.
30. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any damage or injury caused by
improper or incorrect use, or for repairs carried out by unauthorised personnel.
31. In case of technical problems, switch off the machine and do not attempt to repair it yourself.
Return the appliance to an authorised service facility for examination, adjustment or repair.
Always insist on the use of original spare parts. Failure to comply with the above mentioned
pre-cautions and instructions, could affect the safe operation of this machine.
32. PLEASE NOTE: This unit becomes hot while in use. Do not touch the glass window or
any metallic parts during or immediately after use.
33. Do not cover the unit while in use, or while still hot. Allow unit to cool down fully before
covering.
34. Do not place oversized food in the unit. This could damage the unit, and the food will not
cook properly.
35. Do not cover the drip tray or any other part of the oven with metal foil. This will cause the
oven to overheat, and will invalidate the warranty.
36. Only use cook ware designed for high temperatures in the oven. Do not place glass or plastic
dishes on the hotplates when the unit is in use.
PLEASE NOTE: When this appliance is used for the first time, the unit will emit a smell of burning
and some smoke. This is normal and is caused by the insulation on the elements and some dust
particles on the elements. Before using the unit to cook, place the unit in a well ventilated area.
Switch on the plates and oven and allow them to heat for approximately 10 minutes. The smell and
smoke will stop after approximately 10-15 minutes.

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PARTS DIAGRAM
A: Left Hotplate
I: Oven Indicator Light
B: Right Hotplate
J: Tray Handle
C: Oven Temperature Control Knob
K: Heating Element
D: Left Hotplate Indicator Light
L: Door Handle
E: Left Hotplate Control Knob
M: Bake Tray
F: Right Hotplate Indicator Light
N: Glass Door
G: Right Hotplate Control Knob
O: Wire Rack
H: Function Control Knob
PLACEMENT OF THE MINI KITCHEN
When placing the Salton Mini Kitchen in your kitchen, ensure that the unit is kept away from
flammable materials, and that there is sufficient space around the unit, as per the guide below:
Between the back of the unit and the wall: 4.5cm or more
Between the sides of the unit and other objects: 4.5cm or more
Between the top of the unit and other objects: 10cm or more
Always ensure that one side of the unit is free of obstacles. This will reduce the risk of fire or heat
damage.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the unit on a flat stable surface. Ensure that there is sufficient space around the unit.
Ensure that all of the switches and dials are “OFF”. Plug the unit into a wall socket and switch
on the wall socket.
HOW TO BROIL/ GRILL
Please note that the broil function uses only the upper heating elements. For best results, it is
recommended that you preheat the oven for 15 minutes on 250°C.
Place the wire rack on the bake tray.
Place food on the wire rack and slide into the top rack
Food should be placed as close to possible to the top heating element without touching it.
Set temperature control to appropriate temperature.
Turn function switch to “Upper Element”.
Brush food with sauces or oil as desired.
Turn food over midway through the prescribed cooking time.
When broiling is complete, turn the function switch to “OFF”, the oven indicator light will turn
off.
HOW TO BAKE
For best results, it is recommended that you preheat the oven for 15 minutes on 250°C.
Set the temperature control to the appropriate temperature.
Turn the function switch to “Lower Element”.
Place the wire rack on the lowest or middle rack support guide.
Place the food on the wire rack and slide into the rack.
Food should be placed as close as possible to the lower heating element without touching it.
Brush food with sauces or oil as desired.
Turn food over midway through the prescribed cooking time.
When baking is complete, turn the function switch to “OFF”, the oven indicator light will turn
off.
HOW TO ROAST
Roast your favourite cut of meat to perfection. The oven can cook up to 3.6kgs chicken or turkey and
up to 2.7kgs roast. A guide has been provided to assist you with roasting times. However, we
suggest that you periodically check the cooking progress with a meat thermometer. For best results,

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we recommend that you preheat the oven for 15 minutes on 250°C. We do not recommend the use
of oven roasting bags or glass containers in the oven. Never use plastic, cardboard, paper or any
other material similar in the oven.
Place the wire rack in the oven at the lowest position.
Place food to be cooked in any roasting pan. If you wish to use the bake tray (broil/drip pan),
then you do not need to insert the wire rack because the bake tray supports itself on the oven
support guides.
Set the temperature control knob to the desired temperature.
Turn the function switch to “Upper & Lower Element”.
To check or remove the roast, ensure oven gloves are used.
When cooking is complete, turn the function switch to the “OFF” position, the oven indicator
light will turn off.
NOTE: The oven indicator will light up when the heating element is switched on and it will turn off
when the heating element is switched off. The hotplate indicator will light up when the large or small
hotplates or both are switched on.
USING THE HOTPLATES
Place a pan or pot containing contents (food or liquid) onto the hotplate.
Turn the hotplate temperature controller knob to the desired setting. Ensure that the
temperature controller knob corresponds to the hotplate you have selected (the hotplate
being used is shown by the solid white/ grey circle indicator markings).
When cooking is complete, turn the knobs and switches to the “OFF” position.

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RECIPES
Important: Temperature settings as given in recipes are approximate. Due to personal differences in
taste, some foods may be desired more or less crisp, more or less done, especially in the case of
meats. Therefore, heat settings may be increased, decreased or varied in any way to suit individual
preference.
PORK CHOPS PAPRIKA
4 to 6 pork chops Pepper
Paprika 3ml Sage
Salt 300ml Milk
METHOD: Preheat a frying pan. Sprinkle chops with paprika, salt, pepper and sage. Grease the
frying pan lightly and brown the chops on both sides. Reduce the heat setting. Add milk gradually as
needed. Cover and braise until done.
ROAST CHICKEN WITH ROAST POTATOES
1.5kg chicken 60g butter
7ml mixed dried herbs 6 medium sized potatoes, peeled
3ml turmeric Salt and pepper
1 large onion, quartered Flour
60ml oil
METHOD: Wash and dry chicken inside and out. Mix salt, pepper, herbs and turmeric and sprinkle
over chicken. Place onion inside cavity of chicken and tie legs. Heat oil and butter in frying pan to
about 180°C until butter begins to foam. Fry chicken until nicely browned all over. Turn heat down to
approximately 120°C. Cover and roast chicken for about 1 hour, turning every 15 minutes. Season
potatoes and sprinkle with flour. Add potatoes to frying pan for the last 30 minutes of cooking. Roast
with the chicken, turning regularly.
SAVOURY LAMB STEW
750g lamb shoulder 300ml water
cut in 2.5cm pieces 5ml salt
30ml cooking oil 8 to 10 small whole onions
1 x 300ml can condensed 300ml canned peas

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TOMATO SOUP
METHOD: Preheat frying pan. Heat the cooking oil and brown the meat. Skim off the excess fat as it
accumulates. Combine the tomato soup, water and salt and pour over the meat. Add the onions.
Reduce the heat. Cover and cook for 1 hour or until the meat is tender. Add peas just before serving
and reheat. Serve hot from the frying pan.
BEEF STROGANOFF
750g round steak cut into strips 300ml sour cream
Flour, salt and pepper 1can tomato soup
30ml shortening 15ml Worcestershire sauce
150ml chopped onions 6 to 8 drops Tabasco sauce
1 clove garlic, minced 2.5ml salt
1 x 200g can mushrooms 1ml pepper
METHOD: Preheat the frying pan to 180°C. Dredge meat in seasoned flour. Melt shortening and
brown meat well. Add onions, garlic and mushrooms and sauté lightly. Reduce heat to 100°C.
Combine cream, tomato soup, Worcestershire sauce, tobasco sauce, salt and pepper and pour over
meat. Cover and braise 1 ½ hours or until tender. Serve over hot spaghetti or rice. Sprinkle with
parmesan cheese.
CHICKEN POT PIE
1kg Chicken breast, cubed 150g Onion, diced
1ea Green, red and yellow pepper, finely diced 50g Celery
50g Spring Onions Salt and pepper to taste
2tbsp Brown Onion powder 1tbsp Paprika
500ml water 1tsp Chicken stock
1 x roll Puff Pastry 100ml egg white
METHOD: In a deep pan, fry the onion and garlic. Add the chicken cubes and fry till golden brown.
Add peppers, celery and spring onion, cook for 1min. Add brown onion, paprika, salt and pepper to
taste. Add the chicken stock and water, stir and allow thickening. Add chicken to oven proof dish.
Roll out the puff pastry and cut to size of dish. Brush with egg wash and place into the oven at 180’c
for 20 min or until pastry is golden brown.

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CHILLI BOBOTIE
1tbsp Olive Oil 1tsp Garlic, crushed
125g Onion, diced 1kg Beef Mince
500ml Milk 1tsp Curry Powder, mild
2tsp Chilli flakes 2tbsp Sugar
1tsp Pepper ½ tsp. Turmeric
2tsp Salt 50ml White vinegar
100g Raisins 75ml Chutney
4ea Eggs 2tsp Parsley, finely chopped
METHOD: Heat oil in a pan and add onion, fry until glossy. Add garlic and fry for 1 min, add mince
and stir well. Add curry powder, chilli flakes, sugar, pepper, turmeric, salt and vinegar. Fry until
evenly coated. Add the chutney and raisins and remove from heat. In a jug, add milk, eggs and
parsley, mix well. Add mince into an oven proof dish. Add milk mixture over and bake in your oven at
180 c for 20 min or until set.
PENNE AND BLUE CHEESE BAKE
250g Button Mushrooms, sliced 215g Sweet Corn
10g Garlic 20g Parmesan Cheese
250g Penne Pasta 250ml Sweet Chilli Sauce
50ml Cream 150g Blue Cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
METHOD: Fry mushrooms with garlic until tender. In a pot cook pasta until al dente (just cooked). In
an oven proof dish, layer with pasta, sweet corn, mushroom, blue cheese then sweet chilli. Add salt
and pepper at each layer. Once done layering sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. Place the dish into
the oven at 180c for 15 min.
MINI SPINACH AND MUSHROOM QUICHE
150g Mushroom, sliced 250g Spinach, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper to taste 100g Cheese, grated
2 Whole eggs 250ml Milk

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1tsp Butter 2tsp English Mustard
Short crust pastry
METHOD: Blanch the spinach by cooking in hot water for 2 –3 min then remove and rinse in cold
water to retain the colour. In a frying pan, melt the butter and add onions, fry until glossy. Add the
sliced mushroom, the blanched spinach and salt and pepper to taste. Add the English mustard stir in
well. In a jug, add the milk and egg, mix well. Roll out the short crust pastry and place in the oven
proof dish. Add the filling and pour the milk and egg mixture. Sprinkle the cheese over the quiche.
Place quiche in the oven and bake at 180’c for 30 min. Remove from the oven and serve with a
salad.
VANILLA SPONGE CAKE
2 cups Cake Flour 3 Whole Eggs
150ml Milk 2tsp Vanilla Essence
2tsp Baking Powder 100g Margarine
80g Sugar
METHOD: Sift the flour and baking powder together, set aside. Cream margarine and sugar until
foamy. Add eggs one at a time to the margarine mixture and mix well. Add the vanilla essence and
mix. Add sifted flour and milk and mix until smooth. Add mixture into a greased baking dish. Place
dish into preheated oven, 180’c and bake for 1 hour – 1hour 10 mins. Remove the cake from the
oven once baked. Allow to cool. Slice cake and add a filling of choice or sliced strawberries. Serve
with icing sugar over.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
This appliance is for household use only and is not user-serviceable.
Do not open or change any parts by yourself. Please refer to a qualified electrical service
department or return to the supplier if servicing is necessary.
Always remember to unplug the unit from the electrical outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Ensure that the hotplates are both on ‘OFF’, all the temperature controls and
function switch are switched off.
Always wait for the unit to cool down completely before cleaning.
It is much easier to clean the accessories soon after they have been used. Wash them in
warm, soapy water, rinse and dry well. Alternatively clean them in the dishwasher.
The walls of the appliance should be cleaned with a damp cloth, sponge or nylon scouring
pad and mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, scouring pads or scrape the walls with a metal
utensil, as this may damage the inner surface.
The door can be wiped with a damp sponge and wiped dry with a paper or cloth towel.
Clean the outside with a damp sponge. Do not use an abrasive cleaner as it may damage
the exterior finish.
Do not use an abrasive cleaner, steel wool or scouring pad on the drip pan as it may damage
the porcelain enamel finish.
Do not let water enter the appliance.
Do not use bleach or other abrasive substance or solvents to clean your appliance as it can
be damaging to the finish.
Do not immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or hold it under a running tap to clean.
To remove stubborn spots/marks, wipe the surfaces with a cloth slightly dampened in soapy
water or mild non-abrasive cleaner. Rinse and dry a clean, dry, soft cloth.
Let all parts and surfaces dry thoroughly prior to plugging it in and using it.
STORING THE APPLIANCE
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and clean all the parts as instructed above. Ensure that all
parts are dry before storing.
Store the appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place.
Never store the appliance while it is still wet or dirty.
Never wrap the power cord around the appliance.

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SERVICING THE APPLIANCE
There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance. If the unit is not operating correctly, please
check the following:
You have followed the instructions correctly
That the unit has been wired correctly and that the wall socket is switched on.
That the mains power supply is ON.
That the plug is firmly in the mains socket.
If the appliance still does not work after checking the above:
- Consult the retailer for possible repair or replacement. If the retailer fails to resolve the problem and
you need to return the appliance, make sure that:
The unit is packed carefully back into its original packaging.
Proof of purchase is attached.
A reason is provided for why it is being returned.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised service
agent, in order to avoid any hazard. If service becomes necessary within the warranty period, the
appliance should be returned to an approved Tedelex Trading (Pty) Limited service centre. Servicing
outside the warranty period is still available, but will, however, be chargeable.
CHANGING THE PLUG
Should the need arise to change the fitted plug, follow the instructions below.
This unit is designed to operate on the advertised current. Connecting to other power sources
may damage the appliance. Connect a three-pin plug as follows:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green/Yellow = Earth
Blue = Neutral
Brown = Live

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PLEASE AFFIX YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE/RECEIPT HERE
IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM UNDER WARRANTY THIS RECEIPT MUST BE PRODUCED.
W A R R A N T Y
1. Home of Living Brands (Pty) Limited warrants to the original purchaser of this product (“the customer”)
that this product will be free of defects in quality and workmanship which under normal personal,
family or household use and purpose may manifest within a period of 1 (one) year from the date of
purchase (“warranty period”).
2. Where the customer has purchased a product and it breaks, is defective or does not work properly for
the intended purpose, the customer must notify the supplier from whom the customer bought the
product (“the supplier”) thereof within the warranty period. Any claim in terms of this warranty must be
supported by a proof of purchase. If proof of purchase is not available, then repair, and/or service
charges may be payable by the customer to the supplier.
3. The faulty product must be taken to the supplier's service centre to exercise the warranty.
4. The supplier will refund, repair or exchange the product in terms of this warranty subject to legislative
requirements. This warranty shall be valid only where the customer has not broken the product
himself, or used the product for something that it is not supposed to be used for. The warranty does
not include and will not be construed to cover products damaged as a result of disaster, misuse,
tamper, abuse or any unauthorised modification or repair of the product.
5. This warranty will extend only to the product provided at the date of the purchase and not to any
expendables attached or installed by the customer.
6. If the customer requests that the supplier repairs the product and the product breaks or fails to work
properly within 3 (three) months of the repair and not as a result of misuse, tampering or modification
by or on behalf of the customer, then the supplier may replace the product or pay a refund to the
customer.
7. The customer may be responsible for certain costs where products returned are not in the original
packaging, or if the packaging is damaged. This will be deducted from any refund paid to the
customer.
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www.homeoflivingbrands.co.za
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