Tricity Bendix SE323 Product guide

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SE323
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OPERATING & INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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MODEL NO. SE 323
Voltage: 230-240 Volts AC 50Hz
Wattage: 9.3-10.2kW
Height: 900mm
Width: 500mm
Depth: 600mm
Weight: 55 kg
This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC
TECHNICAL DETAILS

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Technical Details .................................................................................................................................... 2
Contents .................................................................................................................................................. 3
Preface ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Before Installation ........................................................................................................................... 6
During Operation ............................................................................................................................. 6
After Use ......................................................................................................................................... 7
General ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Rating Plate .................................................................................................................................... 8
Installation ....................................................................................................................................... 8
General Notes on Using Your Appliance ........................................................................................ 9
About Condensation and Steam ..................................................................................................... 9
Oven Indicator Neon ....................................................................................................................... 9
Grill and Oven Furniture .................................................................................................................. 9
Getting to Know Your Appliance .......................................................................................................... 10
The Control Panel ........................................................................................................................... 10
The Electronic Minute Minder ......................................................................................................... 11
The Sealed Hotplates ............................................................................................................................. 14
Recommended Saucepans ............................................................................................................ 14
Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 14
Deep Fat Frying ...................................................................................................................................... 15
Preserving ............................................................................................................................................... 15
The Grill ................................................................................................................................................... 16
Selecting the Grill ............................................................................................................................ 16
Things to Note ................................................................................................................................. 16
The Grill Pan and Handle ............................................................................................................... 16
Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 17
Grilling Chart ................................................................................................................................... 17
The Fan Oven .......................................................................................................................................... 18
Uses of the Fan Oven ..................................................................................................................... 18
Selecting the Fan Oven .................................................................................................................. 18
Things to Note ................................................................................................................................. 18
To Fit the Fan Oven Shelves .......................................................................................................... 18
Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 19
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Oven Cooking Chart ............................................................................................................................... 20
Oven Roasting Chart .............................................................................................................................. 21
Defrost Feature ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Uses of Defrost Feature .................................................................................................................. 22
Selecting Defrost ............................................................................................................................. 22
Things to Note ................................................................................................................................. 22
Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 22
Care and Cleaning .................................................................................................................................. 23
Cleaning Materials .......................................................................................................................... 23
Cleaning the Handles ...................................................................................................................... 23
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance ........................................................................................... 23
Cleaning the Sealed Hotplates and Hotplate Trims ........................................................................ 23
Things to Note ................................................................................................................................. 23
Cleaning the Grill and Oven Furniture ............................................................................................. 24
Cleaning Inside the Grill and Oven Compartments ........................................................................ 24
Care of Stayclean Surfaces ............................................................................................................ 24
Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 24
Cleaning between the Outer and Inner Door Glass ........................................................................ 25
Something Not Working? ...................................................................................................................... 26
Service and Spare Parts ........................................................................................................................ 27
Guarantee Conditions ............................................................................................................................ 28
Notes ........................................................................................................................................................ 29
CONTENTS

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix appliance. With our 80 years experience in
developing and manufacturing the very best in U.K. appliances, you can be
assured that you have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality product.
Tricity Bendix appliances comply with British Standard safety and performance
requirements. They have been approved by BEAB (British Electrotechnical
Approvals Board) and are covered by a 12 month parts and labour guarantee.
To get the best from your new Tricity Bendix appliance, we ask that you PLEASE
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Particular attention should be
made to cooking times and temperatures, which may differ, from your previous
appliance.
It is most important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold, or if you move house and leave
the appliance, always ensure that the book remains with the appliance. This will
enable the new owner to be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and
the relevant warnings.
Please read the whole instruction book before attempting to use the appliance
ensuring you follow the recommendations given.
PREFACE

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THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND
THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE APPLIANCE.
PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLATION
This appliance is heavy and care
must be taken when moving it.
Ensure that all packaging, both
inside and outside the appliance has
been removed before the appliance
is used.
If the appliance is to be placed on a
base, measures must be taken to
prevent the appliance slipping from
the base.
Do not try to lift or move the
appliance by pulling the door
handles.
The electrical installation work must
be undertaken by a qualified
electrician/competent person.
It is dangerous to alter or modify the
specifications of the appliance in any
way.
Do not allow young children to play
with any part of the packaging.
After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment, your
local authority can arrange this.
DURING OPERATION
This appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote control
system.
Do not use this appliance if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.
This appliance is designed to be
operated by adults. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the appliance or play with the
controls.
During use the appliance becomes
Hot. Care should be taken to avoid
touching the heating elements inside
the oven.
CAUTION: Accessible parts may
be hot when the grill is in use.
Young children should be kept
away.
Take great care when heating fats
and oils, as they will ignite if they
become too hot.
This appliance has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and
must not be used for any other
purposes.
Never place plastic or any other
material which may melt in the oven
or on the hob.
Ensure cooking utensils are large
enough to contain foods to prevent
spillages and boil overs.
The handles of saucepans which are
smaller than the heated area on the
hob will become hot. Ensure your
hand is protected before handling the
pan.
SAFET
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Take care to follow the
recommendations given for tending
the food when grilling.
Do not leave the grill pan handle in
position when grilling as it will
become hot.
Always use oven gloves to remove
and replace food in the oven.
Similarly always use oven gloves to
remove and replace the grill pan
handle when grilling.
Follow the recommendations on
page 16.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven cavity.
Ensure the anti-tilt shelves are put in
place correctly. Refer to instructions
on pages 16 and 18.
Never line any part of the appliance
with foil. Do not allow heatproof
cooking materials e.g. roasting bags,
to come into contact with oven
elements.
Always stand back from the
appliance when opening the oven
door to allow any build up of steam or
heat to release.
Never leave the appliance
unattended when the doors are
open.
Do not place sealed cans or
aerosols inside the oven. They may
explode if they are heated.
Do not leave the hotplates switched
ON for long periods when not
covered by a saucepan. The controls
and cabinets may overheat.
AFTER USE
Ensure that all control knobs are in
the OFF position when not in use.
For hygiene and safety reasons
this appliance should be kept
clean at all times. A build-up of
fats or other foodstuffs could
result in a fire, especially in the
grill pan.
Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
appliance in case it is inadvertently
switched ON.
Cookers and hobs become very hot,
and retain their heat for a long period
of time after use. Children should be
kept well away from the appliance
until it has cooled.
GENERAL
Under no circumstances should
any repairs be carried out by an
inexperienced person as this may
cause injury or serious malfunction.
This appliance should be serviced by
an authorised service Engineer and
only genuine-approved spare parts
should be used. Details of repair and
servicing arrangements are supplied
on page 27 of this book.
Do not stand on the appliance or on
the open oven door.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the appliance or its
handle. They are a safety hazard.
Only clean this appliance in
accordance with the instructions
given in this book.
Your safety is of paramount importance.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of
the meanings of these WARNINGS contact
the:
Customer Care Department
Telephone [phone]

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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
RATING PLATE
This is situated on the lower front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening the 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.
INSTALLATION
If your appliance has been damaged in transit,
contact your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt
to install it.
Your appliance left the factory fully packaged to
protect it from damage. If it is delivered without
packaging and damage has occurred, the
manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Contact
your supplier for advice.
Once the packaging has been removed the appliance
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the appliance as
damage may occur.
Connection to the electricity supply must be carried
out by a qualified electrician/competent person.
The electrical connection should be made using a
double pole isolating switch (cooker socket) with at
least 3mm contact separation in all poles. The cable
must have conductors of sufficiently high cross-
sectional area to prevent overheating and
deterioration.
The recommended cross-section area is six square
millimetres (6.00mm2).
The cable should be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.
To move the appliance, open the oven door, and lift
the appliance by holding inside the top of the
compartment.
This is a type X appliance, which means it is free-
standing and can be fitted with cabinets on one or
both sides. It may also be fitted in a corner setting.
Side walls which are above hob level should be
protected by heat resistant non-combustible material
and MUST NOT be nearer than 40mm to the hob
side.
A nominal air gap of 2mm at either side of the
appliance is required to enable the appliance to be
moved into position. It is recommended that
proprietary trims are fitted to protect the worktops of
either side of the appliance. These are available
from most DIY stores.
Always ensure an air gap is maintained at hotplate
level. Tiles or other forms of deep wall covering
should not obscure this gap.
Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.
INTRODUCTION
Air gap

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It is important to ensure that the appliance is level
after installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the
appliance to accommodate uneven floors.
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
APPLIANCE
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 –
15 minutes at 220oC to burn off any residue from
their surfaces. The procedure should be repeated
with the grill for approximately 5 – 10 minutes.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The oven is vented to allow some of
this steam to escape between the wall and the rear of
the appliance. However, always stand back from the
appliance when opening the oven door 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 also soilage from surfaces.
For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.
CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEON
The light will indicate whether the oven is switched
on, the neon also indicates when the set temperature
has been reached. The neon will turn on and off
during use to show that the temperature is being
maintained.
THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS
The cooling fan may not switch on except when used
for a longer period of time. The cooling fan may run
on, and turn on and off after the control knobs have
been switched off, until the appliance has cooled. Do
not switch the appliance off at its power point until
the fan has cooled the appliance down.
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of grill/oven furniture have been
supplied with the appliance:
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 straight shelf
for grilling only
2 straight shelves
for fan oven cooking

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THE CONTROL PANEL
FEATURES
A - Electronic Minute Minder
B - Fan Oven Temperature Control
C - Grill Control
D - Hotplate Controls
E - Fan Oven Indicator Neon
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE
D
A
C
B
E

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1 = ( -) DECREASE CONTROL & MINUTE
MINDER
2= (
+) INCREASE CONTROL
( ) COOKPOT SYMBOL
The electronic minute minder can indicate the time of
day, operate as a minute minder and it can be used
to time and switch off the oven.
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 use the
minute minder and set the time of day. Read through
them until you are familiar with the procedure.
1. SET THE TIME OF DAY
When the electricity supply is first switched ON, the
display will flash 0.00. See Fig.1.
Press buttons (1) and (2) together. Release buttons,
0.00 will appear in the display as Fig. 2. Within 5
seconds press button (2), 12.00 will show in the
display as Fig. 3.
Within 5 seconds press and hold either button (1) to
decrease or button (2) to increase the time until the
correct time of day on the 24 hour clock is reached,
e.g. 14.30. See Fig. 4.
Note: The increase and decrease control buttons
operate slowly at first, and then more rapidly.
They should be pressed separately.
ELECTRONIC MINUTE MINDER
Fig.1
Fig.2
Fig.3
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Fig.4

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2. THE MINUTE MINDER
IMPORTANT
The minute minder can be used to time a set cooking
period. At the end of the cook time the minute
minder will automatically switch off the oven if in use.
The minute minder gives an audible reminder at the
end of any period of cooking up to 23 hours and 59
minutes.
To set press button (1) and the display will read
0.00, see Fig. 5.
Release button (1) and press and hold button (2).
The display will count up in one minute intervals until
the interval to be timed is reached e.g. 30 minutes,
see Fig. 6. If necessary press and hold button (1) to
achieve the correct time interval.
The minute minder will begin to count down once set.
The time of day will show in the display. To show the
remainder of the cook time. Press button (1).
At the end of the timed period the minute minder will
click, switching the oven OFF if in use.
An audible signal will sound for up to 2 minutes. The
Auto symbol will flash and the cookpot symbol will go
out. The time of day will show in the display. See
Fig. 7.
To stop the sound press button (1). The display will
stop flashing and show the time of day, e.g. 15.00.
To return the timer to manual press button (1) again.
See Fig. 8. If using the oven it will come on again
once button (1) has been depressed. When cooking
is complete remove food and turn OFF oven
temperature control.
3. TO CANCEL THE MINUTE MINDER
If you change your mind and want to cancel the
minute minder. Press and release button (1). Press
and hold button (1) and the display will count down in
one minute intervals to 0.00. See Fig. 9. Release
button (1).
After a few seconds the time of day will show in the
display. See Fig. 10.
If the oven is in use this will switch OFF after a few
seconds.
To reset, press buttons (1) and (2) together. See Fig.
11.
4. THINGS TO NOTE
1. The time of day must be set before the oven will
operate. There will be a few seconds delay
before the oven switches on.
2. The minute minder function controls the oven
and will switch the oven OFF at the end of a
timed period. This function is useful if you want
to begin cooking now and have the oven switch
OFF automatically.
3. If you have used the minute minder to time food
cooking in the oven you will need to reset the
timer by pushing button (1) before the oven can
operate again.
Fig.7
Fig.10
Fig.6
Fig.8
Fig.9
Fig.11
Fig.5

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5. LOCK FEATURE - OVEN ONLY
Please read the following information with care.
TO LOCK THE OVEN USING THE TIMER
Press and hold Buttons (1) and (2) on your timer for 3
- 8 seconds. See Fig. 12.
'ON' will appear in the display. See Fig. 13.
Press Button (2) to change the display to 'Of'.
The key symbol ( ) appears in the display.
The oven will now not operate.
After a few seconds the time of day will show in the
display.
Wait 3 seconds before selecting another function.
TO UNLOCK THE OVEN
Press and hold Buttons (1) and (2) for 3 - 8 seconds.
'Of' will appear in the display. See Fig. 14.
Press Button (2) to change the display to 'On'.
The key symbol ( ) will go out.
After a few seconds the time of day will show in the
display.
The oven can now be operated normally.
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Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14

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BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat, uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.
·To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
·The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest number represents the
coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to
the quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans
with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
To check the flatness of the saucepan, place a ruler
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look for
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base.
The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 2.5cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate.
If the base is too small, energy will be wasted,
boilovers will also be more difficult to deal with as
spillage will fall directly onto the hotplate.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
Traditional round bottomed Woks must not be used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.
HINTS AND TIPS
·Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the
hob to help reduce scratches and maintain the
efficiency of the hotplates.
·Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can
cause condensation to form on the hotplates
which may lead to deterioration.
·Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan
manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.
·Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
·To prolong the life of the hotplates:
·Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket.
·Never use an asbestos mat.
·Never leave the hotplates ON when not
covered with a saucepan.
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DEEP FAT FRYING
SPECIAL FRYING NOTE:
For safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan
one third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid
and DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the
unfortunate event of a fire, switch the appliance OFF
at the electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid
or damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.
DO NOT use water on the fire. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30 minutes before moving it.
DO NOT leave the fat or oil in the frying pan on the
hob to store it in case the hob is inadvertently
switched ON.
1. Preparing the food.
Seal the food by coating with flour, egg and
breadcrumbs or batter. Do not use a basket with
batter coated foods as they will stick.
2. Amount of oil.
For safety purposes fill the pan only one-third full
of oil.
3. Testing the temperature of the oil.
It is advisable to use a thermometer to test the
temperature of the oil. Alternatively, drop a
small cube of bread into the oil which should
brown in just under a minute if the oil is at the
correct temperature of 190°C/375°F.
4. Cooking the food.
Lower the food gently into the oil. Do Not add
too much food at once or the temperature of the
oil will be reduced and may result in soggy,
greasy food.
Turn the food if necessary; doughnuts float to the
surface so will not brown on the upperside if not
turned. Once cooked, drain the food on
absorbent paper.
5. Double frying chips.
Double frying will ensure good chips. First fry the
chips for a few minutes at 170°C/340°F to seal
the outside. Remove the chips from the oil.
Increase the temperature of the oil to
190°C/375°F to finish cooking and brown the
chips.
Chips may be kept for several hours after the first
frying before finishing off with the second frying.
6. Frying temperatures
Celsius Fahrenheit
Scale (°C)
150
Scale (°F)
300
First frying of potatoes 170 340
175 350
180 360
Second frying of potatoes 190 375
Frying chicken and fish 195 380
200 390
PRESERVING
1. DO NOT use a pan that overlaps the perimeter of
the hob trim.
2. To allow for a full rolling boil, the pan should be
no more than one third full when all the
ingredients have been added. It is better to use
two pans rather than overfill one, or use half
quantities.
3. Use firm fruit or vegetables and wash well before
using.
4. Preserving sugar gives clear jam, however
granulated sugar is cheaper and gives equally
good flavour.
5. Crystallization may be caused if sugar is not
completely dissolved before bringing jam to the
boil. Over boiling will affect the flavour, setting
properties and colour of the jam.
6. To test jam for setting:
If a jam thermometer is available, boil jam to
104°C. Marmalade should be boiled to 106°C.
If a jam thermometer is not available, remove
pan from heat, place sample of jam on a cold
dish and cool quickly (i.e. in a freezer or frozen
food storage compartment of a refrigerator).
When cold, it will crinkle and hold the mark of a
finger run through it, if it is at setting point.
7. The scum should be removed as soon as
possible after setting point has been reached.
Marmalade should be allowed to cool before
potting to prevent the peel rising.

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CAUTION – ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE.
CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
SELECTING THE GRILL
·To operate the grill open the grill door and turn
the grill control in either direction.
·The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest number represents the
coolest setting.
·Setting 5 represents the grill on Full.
At lower settings the grill may turn on and off
over time and you may prefer to use these
settings for keeping food warm. The food will
however continue to cook gently if the grill is
used for this purpose.
THINGS TO NOTE
THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING.
Closing the grill door will cut OFF the power to the
grill element preventing incorrect use.
Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as
the grill cleans itself.
THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE
The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
To insert the handle, press the button on the handle
with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly upwards
inserting the lip into the widest part of the bracket.
Move the handle towards the left, lower into position
and release the button.
Ensure the handle is positively located.
When removing the handle, press the button on the
handle with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly
upwards and towards the right to remove from the
bracket.
Ensure your hand is protected when removing
the grill pan handle as the control panel trim and
grill element can become very hot.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE GRILL PAN HANDLE
DURING GRILLING.
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To correctly locate the grill pan on the shelf, ensure
that the cut out on the underside of the handle
bracket locates over the front bar of the shelf.
To check the progress of the food being grilled, the
grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to tend the
food during cooking.
HINTS AND TIPS
·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.
·Adjust the height of the grilling grid and grill pan
runner position to allow for different thicknesses
of foods.
·Place food on the grill pan or grid directly onto
the grill pan base.
·Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid
when grilling meats.
·When toasting bread use the shelf in position 1
with the grid in the high position and placing the
bread in the centre of the grid.
·Preheat the grill on a full setting for five minutes
before cooking. Adjust the shelf as necessary
during cooking.
·The food should be turned over during cooking
as required.
GRILLING CHART
FOOD RUNNER
POSITION
GRILL TIME
(mins in total)
Bacon Rashers 1 2-3 each side
Beefburgers 1 6-10 each side
Chicken Joints 1 15-20 each side
Chops - Lamb 1 7-10 each side
Pork 1 10-15 each side
Fish – Whole
Trout/Mackerel 1 8-12 each side
Fillets – Plaice/Cod 1 4-6 each side
Kebabs 1 10-15 each side
Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 1 4-6 each side
Liver – Lamb/Pig 1 5-10 each side
Sausages 1 10-15 each side
Steaks - Rare 1 3-6 each side
Medium 1 6-8 each side
Well Done 1 7-10 each side
Toasted Sandwiches 1 1¼-1½ each side
Shelf positions are counted from the bottom up.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.

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USES OF THE FAN OVEN
The oven is heated by the element around the fan situated behind the back panel. The fan draws air from the
oven, the element heats the air which is circulated into the oven via the vents in the back panel. 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 chart on page 20. As a guide reduce temperatures by about 20°C – 25°C for your own
recipes, using a conventional oven.
BATCH BAKING
The fan oven cooks evenly on both shelf levels, especially useful when batch baking.
SELECTING THE FAN OVEN
·Turn the fan oven temperature control to the
required setting.
THINGS TO NOTE
·The fan oven indicator neon will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and
then go out. It will turn ON and OFF periodically
during cooking showing that the temperature is
being maintained.
·The cooling fan for the controls may switch in
after a time. See page 9 for more information on
the operation of the cooling fan.
TO FIT THE FAN OVEN SHELVES
The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the
back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the anti-tilt
and safety stop mechanism will be affected.
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HINTS AND TIPS
·Arrange the shelves in the required positions
before switching the oven ON. Shelf positions
are numbered 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.
·The use of excessively high temperatures can
cause uneven browning. It may be necessary to
reduce temperatures slightly. Refer to the
recommendations given in the oven cooking
chart, see page 20.
·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.

20
The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the
temperatures by 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements.
FOOD OVEN SHELF
POSITIONS
COOKING
TEMP (°C)
APPROXIMATE
COOK
(TIME MINS)
Biscuits 3 190 - 200 10 - 20
Flapjacks 3 180 - 190 25 - 30
Shortbread 3 150 - 160 45 - 65
Bread 2 220 30
Bread rolls/buns 2 220 30
Casseroles- Beef/Lamb 3 140 - 150 2 - 3 h
Chicken 3 180 - 190 1½ h
Cakes: Small & Queen 3 180 - 190 20 - 25
Victoria sandwich 2 180 - 190 20 - 25
Gingerbread 3 150 - 160 1¼ - 1½ h
Madeira 2 140 - 150 1 - 1¼ h
Rich fruit 2 150 - 160 2¼ - 2¾ h
Christmas 1 140 - 150 Depending on size 3 - 4½ h
Meringues 3 100 2½ - 3 h
Convenience foods 2 Follow instructions on the pack
Fish 2 180 - 190 20 - 30
Fish pie (potato topped) 3 200 - 210 20 - 25
Shepherds pie 3 200 - 210 30 - 35
Fruit pies and crumbles 3 210 - 220 40 - 45
Milk puddings 3 150 - 160 1½ - 2 h
Pastry: Choux - Chocolate Eclairs 4 200 - 210 20 - 25
Profiteroles 4 200 - 210 20 - 25
Shortcrust – Mince pies 3 200 - 210 15 - 20
Flaky/Puff pies 3 220 - 230 30 - 40
Quiche Lorraine/tarts/flan 3 200 - 210 30 - 45
Meat pie 3 200 - 210 30 - 45
Plate tarts/pies 3 200 - 210 30 - 45
Scones 2 230 - 240 8 - 12
Soufflé 3 200 30 - 40
Roasting Meat and Poultry 2 180 - 200 See Roasting Chart
Pasta e.g. Lasagne 2 200 30 - 40
Vegetable dishes 3 200 1½ h
Baked jacket potatoes 3 200 1 - 1½ h
Roast potatoes 3 200 - 220 1 - 1½ h
Yorkshire puddings: Large 3 230 35 - 40
Individual 3 230 35 - 40
Note: Shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the oven.
OVEN COOKING CHART