STOVES 900GDO Operating instructions

990000GGDDOO
900mm built-in gas double oven & grill
For Natural Gas models
User & Installation Handbook

Thank you for choosing this British built appliance from Stoves.
We hope you enjoy many years of trouble free cooking with this oven. Should
you need to contact us however, please call the number below and our Customer
Care Centre staff will be pleased to help in any way they can.
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If you smell gas:
Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch.
Call the Gas Emergency Helpline at TRANSCO on 0 00 111999
The Gas Consumer Council (GCC) is an independent organisation which protects the
interests of gas users. If you need advice, you will find the telephone number in your local
telephone directory under Gas.
The appliance must be installed (and serviced) by a Corgi registered approved
installer or a person competent to ensure that the installation is in accordance
with “The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1994”, and the “The
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) (Amendment) Regulations”. Failure to comply
with these Regulations is a criminal offence.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please note the cooling fan fitted to this appliance is an integral part of its safety
and functionality.
When the appliance is installed care must be taken that the cooling fans
performance is not impeded by any objects coming into contact with it.
(Installation pipes, leads etc)
Care must also be taken that there is sufficient air flow at the rear of the appliance
for the cooling fan to run at its optimum efficiency. (Particularly Built In appliances)
See clearance dimensions in the installation section of the booklet.
During use the Appliance must never be disconnected from the Mains supply as
this will seriously affect the safety and performance of the appliance, particularly
in relation to surface temperatures becoming hot and gas operated parts not
working efficiently.
The cooling fan is designed to run on after the control knob has been switched off
to keep the front of the appliance and the controls cool until the appliance has
naturally cooled itself.

Contents
User Section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 25
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Be Safe - Not Sorry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using the Ovens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the Top Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Top Oven baking guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the Main Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Main Oven baking guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Roasting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Roasting Turkey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Traditional fruit cakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Slow cooking, Frozen & Chilled food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Automatic cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Programmer / clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Regulations & standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Ventilation requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Step 1 Prepare installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Step 2 Connect to electricity supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Step 3 Connect to gas supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Step 4 Check edging strip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Step 5 Secure appliance to housing unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Step 6 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Stoves Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Please keep this handbook for future reference, or for anyone else
who may use this appliance.
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Introduction
We hope that the following
information will help you to familiarise
yourself with the features of the
appliance, and to use it successfully
and safely.
Our policy is one of constant
development and improvement. Strict
accuracy of illustrations and specifications
is not guaranteed. Modification to
design and materials may be
necessary subsequent to publication.
This appliance must be installed in
accordance with the regulations in
force and only in a well ventilated
space. Read the instructions before
using or installing this appliance.
Your 1st Year Guarantee
To fulfil the conditions of your guarantee,
this appliance must be correctly
installed and operated, in accordance
with these instructions, and only be
used for normal domestic purposes.
Please note that the guarantee, and
Service availability, only apply to the
UK and Republic of Ireland.
Before using the appliance for
the first time, remove any protective
polythene film and wash the oven
shelves in hot soapy water to remove
their protective covering of oil. Even
so, when you first switch on the oven
or grill you may notice a smell and
some smoke.
Gas & Electrical connection
Please refer to installation instructions
for the Gas & Electrical Safety Regulations
and the Ventilation Requirements.
In your own interest, and that of safety,
it is the law that all gas appliances be
installed by a competent person who
will ensure that the installation is in
accordance with “The Gas Safety
(Installation & Use) Regulations”, & the
“The Gas Safety (Installation & Use)
(Amendment) Regulations”. Failure to
comply with these Regulations is a
criminal offence.
Corgi registered installers undertake to
work to satisfactory standards.
Disconnection of gas and electric
appliances should always be carried
out by competent persons.
Warning: This appliance must be
earthed.
In the event of a power cut
1. Switch off the electricity to the
appliance at the socket.
2. When the power returns, see the
‘Programmer / Clock’ section to
‘Set the time of day’.
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The cooling fan
The cooling fan helps to keep the
exterior cool during normal use.
When a burner is operated, you
should hear the cooling fan switch on
automatically and be able to feel air
evacuating from the appliance vents
just below the fascia. The cooling fan
will continue to operate for
approximately 10 minutes after
turning off the burners. This is normal.
If there is no such indication that the
fan is operating, the appliance will
require servicing. DO NOT USE THE
APPLIANCE UNTIL IT HAS BEEN
SERVICED. Switch the appliance off
at the mains and contact Customer
Support.
For your safety
This appliance has a built in safety
device to isolate the gas and electric
supplies to various components in the
event of fan failure.
If the programmer/clock and lights do
not function, and the ignition system
stops working, the safety device has
operated. Within an hour, the safety
device will reset itself and the programmer
/clock display will flash.
To reset the programmer/clock, pree
the Plus and Minus buttons together for
a few secods. When the ‘‘ is
flashing in between the hour and
minutes on the LED, reset the time of
day.
If when a burner control is turned on,
the fan does not operate in the normal
way, then the appliance will require
servicing. DO NOT USE THE
APPLIANCE UNTIL IT HAS BEEN
SERVICED. Switch the appliance off
at the mains and contact Customer
Support.
Continued use of the appliance
without it being serviced could result in
excessive temperatures being
generated, which in turn could reduce
the life of certain components.
Ventilation
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 ventilator).
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance
may call for additional ventilation, for
example opening a window, or more
effective ventilation, for example
increasing the level of mechanical
ventilation where present.
This appliance is not connected to a
combustion products evacuation device. It
must be installed and connected in
accordance with current installation
regulations. Particular attention must
be given to the relevant regulations
regarding ventilation.
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Introduction

Introduction
Glass door panels
To meet the relevant Standards of
Domestic cooking appliances, all the
glass panels on this appliance are
toughened to meet the fragmentation
requirements of BS3193. This ensures
that, in the unlikely event that a panel
breaks, it does so into small fragments
to minimise the risk of injury.
Please take care when handling, using
or cleaning all glass panels as any
damage to the surfaces or edges may
result in the glass breaking without
warning or apparent cause at a later
date. Should any glass panel be
damaged, we strongly recommend
that it is replaced immediately.
The Gas Consumer Council (GCC) is
an independent organisation which
protects the interests of gas users. If
you need advice, you will find the
telephone number in your local
telephone directory under Gas.
Condensation
When hot and cold air meet,
condensation forms. The outer door is air
cooled and the inner door gets hot, so some
condensation might form; this is normal
and will disappear within 10 - 15 minutes.
To replace a light bulb (if fitted)
Caution: Switch off the electricity
supply to the cooker at the socket, to
avoid the risk of electric shock.
Wait until the oven is cool, then
remove the oven shelves.
Grasp the lens cover on the light fitting
and pull it away from the side of the
oven. Unscrew the bulb.
Please note that the oven light bulb is
not covered by the guarantee.
Replacement bulbs can be ordered
from your local supplier, or bought
from a hardware store.
Environmental Protection
We are committed to protecting the
environment and operate an
Environmental Management System
which complies with BS EN ISO
14001.
Disposal of packaging
All our packaging materials are
recyclable and environmentally
friendly.
Please help us to protect our
environment by disposing of all
packaging in an environmentally
friendly manner.
Please contact your local authority
for the nearest recycling centre.
Caution: Packaging materials can
pose a risk of suffocation - keep away
from children.
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When you are cooking, keep
children away from the vicinity
of the appliance.
This product is designed as a domestic
cooking appliance for the preparation
and cooking of domestic food
products, and should not be used for
any other purpose.
Remove all packaging from the
appliance before using for the
first time.
Make sure you read and
understand the instructions before
using the appliance.
Keep electrical leads short so they
do not drape over the appliance
or the edge of the worktop.
Keep all flammable materials (such
as curtains, furnishings & clothing)
away from the appliance.
Parts of the appliance may be hot
during or immediately after use. Allow
sufficient time for the appliance to
cool after switching off.
Do not drape tea towels over the
flue vents or doors, as this creates
a fire hazard.
Do not use aluminium foil to cover
the grill pan, or put items wrapped
in foil under the grill, as this
creates a fire hazard.
Never use the appliance for
heating a room.
Do not use the oven with the door
inner glass panel removed (glass
oven doors only).
Use oven gloves when removing
hot food / dishes from the oven or
grill. The oven / grill and utensils
will be very hot when in use.
When opening the appliance
door, take care to avoid skin
contact with any steam which may
escape from the cooking.
Do not use foil on oven shelves or
allow it to block the oven flue, as
this creates a fire hazard, and
prevents heat circulation.
When cooking heavy items - eg;
turkeys - do not pull the oven shelf
out with the item still on the shelf.
Switch off the electricity supply
before replacing the oven light bulb,
to avoid the risk of electric shock.
All installation, servicing and
maintenance work must be carried
out by a competent person who will
comply with current Regulations,
Standards and Requirements.
Warning: This appliance must
be earthed.

When you have finished
cooking check that all controls
are in the off position.
As with all gas appliances, it is
recommended that your appliance
is serviced regularly.
Be Safe - Not Sorry
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Using the Grill
Caution: Accessible parts may
be hot when the grill is used,
young children should be kept
away.
Grill ignition
Important: The door must be fully
open when the grill is used.
Open the grill door.
Push in and turn the grill control knob
clockwise to the grill position. Ensure
that the grill burner is alight before
leaving unattended
To switch off, turn the control knob
clockwise to return it to the “” off
position.
If for any reason the burner fails to
ignite, turn off the control and wait at
least one minute before repeating the
ignition procedure.
Preheating
Always preheat the grill for a few
minutes for best results.
Aluminium foil
Never cover the grill pan or grill trivet
with cooking foil, or allow fat to build
up in the grill pan, as this creates a
fire hazard.
Detachable grill pan handle
Place the handle over the edge of the
grill pan, at the narrow side edges.
Slide the handle to the centre, and
locate between the handle position
indicators.
The handle should be removed from
the pan during grilling, to prevent
overheating.
The handle is designed for removing /
inserting the grill pan under the grill
when grilling.
If cleaning the grill pan when it is hot,
use oven gloves to move it. Do not use
the handle to pour hot fats from the
grill pan.
Food for grilling should be positioned
centrally on the trivet.
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handle
grill pan
grid
handle position
indicators

Using the Grill
Using the grill
Push the grill pan towards the back of
the shelf, to position it under the grill.
Variation in grilling can be achieved
by moving the grill pan up or down.
Important: Never operate the grill
between the large flame and the off
position.
The speed of grilling can also be
controlled by selecting a higher or
lower shelf position.
Always use the top shelf position for
fast toasting.
For toasting, and for grilling foods
such as bacon, sausages or steaks,
use a higher shelf position.
For thicker foods such as chops or
chicken joint pieces, use a middle to
low shelf position.
The grill trivet, inside the grill pan, can
be inverted to give a high or low
position, or it may be removed.
When you have finished grilling,
check that the control knob is
returned to the off position.
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Using the Ovens
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When you are cooking, keep
children away from the vicinity
of the oven.
Notes
In the event of the flame being
accidentaly extinguished, the flame
will automaticallly relight, owing to
the automatic re-ignition system.
If it is found over a period of time that
the oven becomes hotter when used at
a particular gas mark, the thermostat
may need to be replaced.
As part of the cooking process, hot air
is expelled through a vent at the top of
the oven(s). When opening the oven
door, care should be taken to avoid
any possible contact with potentially
hot air, since this may cause
discomfort to people with sensitive
skin. We recommend that you hold
the underneath of the oven door handle.
Oven furniture
Baking tray and roasting tins
For best cooked results and even
browning, the maximum size baking
trays and roasting tins that should be
used are as follows;
Baking tray 350mm x 280mm
This size of baking tray will hold up to
16 small cakes.
Roasting tin 370mm x 320mm
We recommend that you use good
quality cookware. Poor quality trays
and tins may warp when heated,
leading to uneven baking results.
Oven shelves
The oven shelf must be positioned with
the upstand at the rear of the oven and
facing upwards.
Extra shelves may be ordered from the
Customer Care Centre.
You will see that there are differences
between the oven shelves for the top
oven and the main oven.
The top oven shelf helps to ensure
even baking in the top oven. It has a
rear deflector fitted to it, and is not
intended for use in the main oven.
Preheating
The oven must be preheated for 15
minutes when reheating frozen or
chilled food, and we recommend
preheating for yeast mixtures, batters,
soufflés and whisked sponges.
If you are not preheating the oven, the
cooking times in the Baking Guide
may need to be extended, as they are
based on a preheated oven.
Oven lights & replacing bulbs
There are 4 oven lights, 2 in each
cavity.
Caution: Switch off the electricity
supply to the cooker at the socket, to
avoid the risk of electric shock.
Wait until the oven is cool, then
remove the oven shelves.
Grasp the lens cover on the light fitting
and pull it away from the side of the
oven. Unscrew the bulb.

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Using the Ovens
Using the top oven
The top oven can be used in the same
way as the main oven to cook a full
range of dishes, however it is a
secondary oven and there are some
differences.
The top oven cavity is smaller in size
and therefore better suited to smaller
dishes and food portions. Please do
not over load the oven or use
cookware which is too large. Foods
which rise will get better resullts when
cooked in the main oven as will large
dishes and joints of meat.
Ignition top oven
Push in and turn the top oven control
knob anticlockwise to the full on
position - Gas Mark 9. The oven
burner, ignition, lights and cooling fan
will operate automatically. Adjust the
control knob to the Gas Mark
required.
It can take 60 seconds for the burner
to come on to the full rate.
Should the top oven burner be
accidentally extinguished, it will
automatically re-light.
To switch the top oven off, push in the
control knob and turn it clockwise to
the off position.
Preheating
Most cooking times given in recipies,
or on convenience foods are based on
a preheated oven.
Always preheat the top oven for at
least 15 minutes if it is being used on
it’s own. This will give the oven
chance to maintain it’s optimum
temperature.
To achive the best results when
cooking items which are chilled,
frozen, yeast based, batters, souffles
or sponges the oven must be
preheated.
If the oven is not preheated before use,
cooking times will need to be
extended.
Zones of heat - top oven
Unlike the main oven, the temperature
at the top of the top oven corresponds
with the Gas mark selected, and it is
slightly cooler towards the bottom of
the oven.

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Dish Recommended Suggested Approximate
gas mark shelf cooking time
position (preheated oven)
Scones 7310 - 15 mins
Meringues “S” slow setting 5 2 - 3 hours
Cakes
Small cakes 5315 - 25 mins
Whisked sponge 5320 - 30 mins
Swiss roll 6310 - 12 mins
Victoria sandwich 4320 - 35 mins
(2 x 180mm / 7” per shelf) (side by side)
Genoese sponge 5 3 25 - 30 mins
(2 x 180mm / 7” per shelf)
Pastry
Rough Puff 7 3 cooking time
Flaky / Puff 6 3 depends on
Shortcrust 6 3 recipe & type
Flan 6 3 of filling
Biscuits
Shortbread fingers 5320 - 30 mins
Nut brownies 5 3 25 - 35 mins
Brandy snaps 4310 - 15 mins
Flapjacks 4325 - 40 mins
Ginger nuts 5315 - 20 mins
Using the Ovens
Top oven baking guide
Please note that the cooking times
given in the baking guide are based
on a pre-heated oven. The shelf
positions are counted from the top of
the oven downwards.

When you are cooking, keep
children away from the vicinity
of the oven.
Using the Main Oven
Ignition main oven
Push in and turn the main oven control
knob anticlockwise to the full on
position - Gas Mark 9.The oven
burner, ignition, lights and cooling fan
will operate automatically. Adjust the
control knob to the Gas Mark
required.
It can take 60 seconds for the burner
to come on to the full rate.
Should the oven burner be
accidentally extinguished, it will
automatically re-light.
To switch the oven off, push in the
control knob and turn it clockwise to
the off position.
Pre-heating
Most cooking times given in recipies,
or on convenience foods are based on
a preheated oven.
Always preheat the main oven for at
least 15 minutes. This will give the
oven chance to maintain it’s optimum
temperature.
To achive the best results when
cooking items which are chilled,
frozen, yeast based, batters, souffles
or sponges the oven must be
preheated.
If the oven is not preheated before use,
cooking times will need to be
extended.
Zones of heat - main oven
The temperature at the centre of the
oven corresponds with the selected
gas mark and is slightly higher
towards the top of the oven and
slightly lower towards the oven base.
These zones of heat can be useful as
different dishes requiring different
temperatures may be cooked at the
same time - eg; the temperature at the
oven base is suitable for cooking
baked vegetables, baked fruit, milk
pudding, etc, and for warming bread
rolls, soup, coffee, or ovenproof plates
and dishes.
Baking guide - hints
To protect a very rich fruit cake during
cooking, stand the tin larger tin or tie
2 layers of brown paper around the tin.
Cooking times for pastry dishes
depend on the size and type of
cooking dish and also the filling.
When cooking 2 trays of items,
remove the top item when it is cooked
and raise the lower item to the higher
shelf to finish cooking, or where
additional browning of the base is
required - eg; pies and pastries -
interchange part way through cooking.
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Using the Ovens

Dish Recommended Shelf Approximate
gas mark position cooking times
Scones 7 top to middle 8 - 15 mins
Meringues “S” slow setting middle to bottom 2 - 3 hours
Cakes
Small cakes 5 middle to top 15 - 25 mins
Whisked sponge 5 middle to top 20 - 25 mins
Swiss roll 6 middle to top 10 - 12 mins
Victoria sandwich 4 middle to top 20 - 30 mins
(2 x 180mm / 7”)
Genoese sponge 4 middle 20 - 30 mins
Madeira (180mm / 7”) 3 middle to top 1 - 11⁄4hours
Gingerbread 3 middle to top 1 - 11⁄4hours
Semi rich fruit cake 2 or 3 middle to top 21⁄2- 3 hours
(205mm / 8”)
Christmas cake 1 or 2 middle to bottom
depending on recipe
Dundee cake (205mm/8”) 3 middle to bottom 2 - 21⁄2hours
Pastry
Flaky / Puff 7 middle to top 15 - 45 mins
Shortcrust 6 middle to top 15 - 45 mins
Choux 6 middle to top 15 - 45 mins
Plate tarts 6 middle to top 30 - 45 mins
Biscuits
Nut brownies 6 middle to bottom 15 - 20 mins
Brandy snaps 4 middle to top 7 - 18 mins
Flapjacks 4 middle to top 20 - 40 mins
Ginger nuts 4 middle to top 10 - 20 mins
Puddings (1l/ 2 pint dish)
Rice pudding 2 middle to top 2 - 21⁄2hours
Baked custard 3 middle to top 1 - 11⁄4hours
Bread and butter 3 middle to top 3⁄4- 11⁄4hours
Hot soufflé 4 middle to top 35 - 50 mins
Fruit crumble 6 middle to top 1⁄2- 1 hours
Using the Ovens
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Main oven baking guide

Roasting guide
The times given in the roasting guide
are only approximate, because the
size and age of the bird will influence
cooking times as will the shape of a
joint and the proportion of the bone.
Frozen meat should be thoroughly
thawed before cooking. For large
joints it is advisable to thaw overnight.
Frozen poultry should be thoroughly
thawed before cooking. The time
required depends on the size of the
bird - eg; a large turkey may take up
to 48 hours to thaw.
Use of a trivet with a roasting tin will
reduce fat splashing and will help to keep
the oven interior clean. Alternatively,
to help reduce fat splashing, potatoes
or other vegetables can be roasted
around the meat / poultry.
Notes;
When cooking stuffed meat or
poultry, calculate the cooking time
from the total weight of the meat
plus the stuffing.
For joints cooked in foil or covered
roasters, and for lidded casseroles,
add 5 minutes per 450g (1 lb) to
the calculated cooking time.
Smaller joints weighing less than
1.25kg (21⁄2lb) may require 5
minutes per 450g (1lb) extra
cooking time.
Position the oven shelf so that the
meat or poultry will be in the
centre of the oven.
It is recommended that the appliance
is cleaned after open roasting.
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Cook in oven at Gas Mark 5 Approximate cooking time
(Preheated oven)
Beef Rare 20 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 20 minutes
Medium 25 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 20 minutes
Well done 30 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 30 minutes
Lamb Medium 25 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 25 minutes
Well done 30 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 30 minutes
Pork 35 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 35 minutes
Poultry 20 minutes per 450g (1lb), plus 20 minutes
Using the Ovens

Roast turkey
Roasting turkey perfectly involves
cooking two different types of meat -
the delicate light breast meat, which
must not be allowed to dry out, and
the darker leg meat, which takes
longer to cook.
The turkey must be roasted long
enough for the legs to cook, so
frequent basting is necessary. The
breast meat can be covered once
browned.
Turkey should be roasted at
gas mark 4 for 20 minutes per
1lb, plus 20 minutes unless
packaging advises otherwise.
The turkey can be open roasted,
breast side down, for half of the
cook time, and then turned over for
the remainder of the cooking time.
If the turkey is stuffed, add 5
minutes per lb to the cooking time.
If roasting turkey covered with
foil, add 5 minutes per 1lb to the
cooking time.
To test if the turkey is cooked, push a
fine skewer into the thickest part of the
thigh. If the juices run clear, the turkey
is cooked. If the juices are still pink,
the turkey will need longer cooking.
Traditional fruit cakes
It should be remembered that ovens
can vary over time, therefore cooking
times can vary, making it difficult to be
precise when baking fruit cakes.
It is necessary, therefore, to test the
cake before removal from the oven.
Use a fine warmed skewer inserted
into the centre of the cake. If the
skewer comes out clean, then the cake
is cooked.
Do not attempt to make Christmas
cakes larger than the oven can
cope with; you should allow at
least 25mm (1 inch) space
between the oven walls and the tin.
Always follow the temperatures
recommended in the recipe.
To protect a very rich fruit cake
during cooking, tie 2 layers of
brown paper around the tin.
We recommend that the cake tin is
not stood on layers of brown
paper, as this can hinder effective
circulation of air.
Do not use soft tub margarine for
rich fruit cakes unless specified in
the recipe.
Always use the correct size and
shape of tin for the recipe quantities.
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Cooking frozen & chilled foods
Preheat the oven.
When cooking frozen or chilled foods,
please follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. If cooking more than
one tray or item, cooking times
may need to be increased.
Please ensure that foods are
piping hot before consumption.
Always use the temperature
setting stated on food packaging
when cooking convenience food.
Never overload the tray - eg; oven
chips should be placed onto the
baking tray in one even layer for
satisfactory cooking.
Follow the cooking times given on
packaging but remember they are
only intended as a guide and do
not take individual preferences
into account.
Always cook frozen convenience
foods straight from the freezer
unless packaging advises otherwise.
Slow cooking
 Make sure that frozen foods are
thoroughly thawed before cooking.
Do not slow cook joints of meat
or poultry weighing more than
21⁄4kg / 41⁄2lb.
 For roasting joints of meat or
poultry and for pot roasts preheat
the oven to gas mark 6 and cook
for 30 minutes, then adjust the
oven control to ‘S’ slow set for the
remainder of the cooking time.
 Always use the top half of the oven
when slow cooking.
 Slow cooking times will be about
three times as long as conventional
cooking times.
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Automatic cooking
The automatic cooking facility is
controlled by the programmer (see
‘Programmer/ Clock’ section) and
allows complete meals, or individual
dishes to be cooked while you are out
of the house, to be ready for when you
return. The ‘Ready Time’ should be set
as close as possible to, or just after
your anticipated return so food is not
left standing in a warm oven.
Do:
Select foods which are as fresh as
possible, and as cold as possible -
ie; preferably straight from the
refrigerator.
Choose foods which are suitable for
cooking from a cold start, as some
dishes will be affected by being
left uncooked, at room temperature,
perhaps for several hours - eg; a
wet filling on a pastry base.
Make sure that meat an d poultry
are thoroughly thawed (but still cold
from the refrigerator), before placing
them in the oven, and avoid using
rolled joints of meat which can be
more susceptible to the growth of
food poisoning organisms.
Cover dishes with lids or foil to
keep the food moist, prevent the
transfer of odours, and protect from
possible contamination; the food
can be uncovered towards the end
of cooking to crisp and brown.
Do not:
Warm food should never be
placed in the oven if there is a
delay period. Stews prepared by
frying the meat and vegetables
first should be cooked as soon as
possible, or refrigerated prior to
placing in the oven.
Some dishes are not suitable for
cooking on automatic - eg; dishes
containing left over cooked meat
or poultry, eggs, cooked rice or
seafood.
Do not put food items (intended for
automatic cooking) into a warm
oven. Allow the oven to cool before
setting for automatic cooking.
Do not over-fill dishes containing
liquids as they might boil over.
Never leave food in the oven to
cool slowly after cooking; serve
immediately or refrigerated.
Never use the automatic facility to
reheat ‘cook chill’ foods as they
should go straight from the
refrigerator into a preheated oven.

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Important: Food is more susceptible
to the growth of food poisoning
organisms in warm conditions. If the
weather is hot, either take care to
ensure that food is not left standing in
a warm oven, or avoid using the
automatic cooking facility.
Hints for automatic cooking
Food is placed in a cold oven so
you will need to add about 10 -
15 minutes onto the cooking time
to allow for the oven to reach the
selected temperature.
Wine or beer may ferment, and
cream may curdle during the delay
period, so it is best to add these
ingredients just before serving.
Potatoes should be parboiled or
brushed with oil to prevent
discolouration during the delay
period.
Meat can be brushed with oil to
prevent it drying.
Lemon juice can be added to
certain fruits and vegetables such
as apples, pears, turnips and
parsnips to prevent discolouration
during the delay period.
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