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Using the Oven
(1) Ensure gas supply is connected and turned on. (2) Open door, push in the control knob
and turn anticlockwise to gas mark 9. (3) Light burner with match keeping the control knob
held in for 10 – 15 seconds – for models with spark ignition the procedure is similar except
burner ignited by depressing the ignition button. (4) Release knob and turn to required
heat setting. (5) If burner has not lit within 15 seconds, release knob and wait at least 1
minute before repeating operations (2) to (4). (6) Place the oven shelf in the required
position and close the door. To remove a shelf, pull forward until it stops, raise at front and
remove. (7)To turn off, rotate the control knob until the line on the knob is aligned with the
dot on the control panel.
Before first time use, heat the oven at gas mark 5 for 30 minutes to eliminate any residual
factory lubricants, open windows to assist in removal of any unpleasant smells or smoke.
Although the oven does heat up quickly, it is recommended that a 10 minutes preheat be
allowed. The oven should reach full temperature in 15-20mins.
Oven Temperature Control
The oven temperature is controlled by a thermostatic gas tap and is variable over the
range 130°C to 240°C. The temperature settings on t he control knob refer to the centre of
the oven and at any particular setting the oven will be hotter at the top and cooler towards
the base. The variation between top and centre, and centre to bottom is approximately
equivalent to one gas mark. Care should be taken not to overload the oven, ensure
adequate spacing when cooking more than one item to allow free circulation of heat.
Do's And Don'ts
DO read the user instructions carefully before using the appliance for the
first time.
DO allow the oven to heat before using for the first time, in order to expel
any smells before the introduction of food.
DO clean the appliance regularly.
DO remove spills as soon as they occur.
DO always use oven gloves when removing food shelves and trays from
the oven.
DO check that controls are in the off position when finished.
DO NOT allow children near the cooker when in use. Turn pan handles away
from the front so that they cannot be caught accidentally.
DO NOT allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch the surfaces of the
appliance.
DO NOT under any circumstances use the oven as a space heater.
DO NOT put heavy objects onto open grill and oven doors.
•When cooking always ensure young children are kept away.
Never cover slots or holes in the oven or cover a shelf with
materials such as aluminium foil. Doing so restricts airflow and may
use carbon monoxide poisoning.