TECHWOOD TFO-23P User manual

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ELECTRIC OVEN
+ HOT PLATE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
❑Please read these instructions carefully before use.
❑Keep present instructions for future references.
❑Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
❑Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and
household or similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like : • Farm Houses • Bed and
Breakfast.
❑Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
❑Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
❑Never use this apparatus near water projections.
❑Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
❑If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
❑Inform potential users of these instructions.
❑Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
❑The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
❑Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware
of the danger posed by the use of appliances.
❑This device can be used by children aged 8 years and older
and adults, with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
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appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved.
❑Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
❑Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years of age when it is energized or cooling
down.
❑This device is not a toy, do not leave small children or people
with disabilities to play with.
❑In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
❑Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
❑From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
❑Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
❑Never place it into the dishwasher.
❑Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
❑Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner.
❑If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
❑Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
❑Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
❑Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk
to damage the appliance.
❑Never use any other connector than the one provided.
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❑Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
❑Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
❑Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
❑Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
❑The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
❑Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
❑Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
❑This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
❑Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
❑Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
❑When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
❑Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
❑This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
❑The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
❑The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
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❑The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
❑This appliance is only intended for household use.
❑Regarding the instructions for cleaning, thanks to refer to the
below paragraph of the manual.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the
locality. Waste recovery can help preserve our
environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
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The symbol "HOT WALL" warns the user that the walls
of the unit can become very hot, and to take
precautions
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The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
CAUTION: RISK OF BURN.
• During operation, the surface temperature of the
unit may be hot.
• The heating elements remain warm for a long time
after the appliance is switched off.
• The "HOT SURFACE" symbol warns the user that the walls of
the appliance may become very hot and to take the necessary
precautions.
COMMAND LOCATION
1. Hot plate
2. Temperature selector
3. Function selector (5 positions)
4. Time selector
5. Indicator light
6. Anti drip feet
7. Bake tray
8. Wire rack
9. Oven door
10.Double glass window
11.Door handle
12.Tray handle
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FIRST USE
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Before using the oven for the first time, remove the unit and all accessories
carefully.
1. Wash all accessories from the oven with mild detergent and rinse with clean
water. Dry all accessories.
2. Preheat the oven to HIGHEST temperature for 15 minutes to remove any
packing odour may remain after shipping.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Allow To choose the desired temperature
from 60 °C to 230°C for baking broiling or
toasting.
FUNCTION SELECTOR
Successive Positions by turning the selector to the right
(clockwise).
1. vertical position = Stopped oven
2. Grill (Top heating) For grilling fish, steaks, poultry,
chops, etc.
3. Baking or Pastry oven (Bottom heating) For cakes,
pies, biscuits.
4. Oven (Upper & Lower heating)
Toaster and bake, For bread, muffins, frozen waffles,
pizzas, For meats, Roti, Roast chicken, ragouts and
braising dishes.
5. Electrical plate 1000W (*)
(*) THE ELECTRIC PLATE AND THE OVEN CAN NOT BE USED AT THE SAME
TIME
TIMER
After selecting the temperature and heating mode,
turn the timer knob to display the desired cooking time.
When the timer is activated, (turning clockwise),
the oven switches on.
For a very short time : 1 minute for example,
Turn the knob for 10 minutes then return to the left to
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adjust the time accurately.
The timer emits a sound at the end of the
programmed time.
The handle supplied with the oven is used to
remove the grill and the cooking tray when they are
hot.
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USE
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● Unroll the power cord completely.
● Check that the tension in force in the country where you are corresponds to
that indicated on the apparatus.
● Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the
ground if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
● Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
● Stand the appliance on a table or flat surface.
● Never modify the appliance in anyway.
WARNING
Always take extreme care when removing or replacing the cooking tray or rack
or any container when the oven is hot.
Always use the handle, or a muffle, (provided for this purpose), when taking
out or baking hot objects.
GRILL POSITION
1. Place the removable grid on the desired position by keeping space between
the product to be grilled and the top-heating element.
2. Place the tray on the grid & close the oven door.
3. Turn the Temperature Selector on max temperature (230°C).
4. Turn the Heater Selector dial on the High position
5. Turn the timer dial to the desired cooking time.
6. When finished baking, (if needed) turn the Timer Selector dial till position "0",
to switch off the oven
HOW TO USE THE COOKING PLATE
1. Place a stove or pan in the centre of the hotplate.
2. Set the heating mode selector to 5th position "Plaque électrique".
3. Turn the timer knob to the desired cooking time to start operating the plate.
4. If cooking is completed before the timer reaches zero, turn the timer knob to "0"
to turn off the hot plate.
NOTES : The heating plate can not operate at the same time as the oven.
Never leave the cooktop running without a container or saucepan.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning switch off the appliance, Always disconnect the apparatus and to
let it cool before cleaning.
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Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet linen.
The parts (removable) in contact with food like plate, Grid, bowl, forks, Spatula
etc. can be washed in hot water with sponge and soft detergent or put in the
dishwasher.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid !
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase.
The documents in proof of guarantee are :
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift
box). Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair,
can be carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve
any extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee !
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts are
not guaranteed and are thus to pay !
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by a
specialized trade or a repair service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 1500W
Norms Class I
MADE IN PRC
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The characteristics can change without preliminary preventing
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This unit is equipped with an electrical outlet with earth and must be
earthed in an according plug.
Note : In the event of question concerning the earth or electric
connection, please consult a qualified personnel.
In the event of short-circuit, earthing reduces the risk of electric
shock while making possible the current to be evacuated by the
wire of ground.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event
of breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified
technician for repairs.
This apparatus satisfied EC directives, it was controlled according to all the
European current directives, like: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low
tension (LVD).
This apparatus was designed and manufactured in respect of the last safety
regulations and technical specifications.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°C111 à 115
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous bois – France
Made in P.R.C
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