Tricity Bendix SI 221 User manual

MODEL NO.
SI 221
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL NO. SI 221
Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50Hz
Wattage: 7.4/8.0 kW
Height: 900mm
Width: 500mm
Depth: 600mm
This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
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TECHNICAL DETAILS

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 Cooker ........................................................ 9
About Condensation and Steam ............................................................. 9
Grill and Oven Furniture ..................................................................... 9
Getting to Know Your Cooker ................................................................... 10
The Control Panel ......................................................................... 10
The Sealed Hotplates ............................................................................ 11
Recommended Saucepans ................................................................. 11
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 11
Deep Fat Frying ........................................................................... 12
Preserving ................................................................................. 12
The Grill ......................................................................................... 13
Uses of the Grill ........................................................................... 13
Selecting the Grill .......................................................................... 13
Things to Note ............................................................................. 13
The Grill Pan and Handle ................................................................... 13
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 14
Grilling Chart .............................................................................. 14
The Oven ........................................................................................ 15
Selecting the Oven ......................................................................... 15
Things to Note ............................................................................. 15
To Fit the Main Oven Shelf ................................................................. 15
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 15
Oven Cooking Chart ............................................................................. 16
Roasting Chart .................................................................................. 17
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CONTENTS

Care and Cleaning ............................................................................... 18
Cleaning Materials ......................................................................... 18
Cleaning the Sealed Hotplates and Trims ................................................... 18
Cleaning the Outside of the Cooker ......................................................... 18
Cleaning the Grill Pan, Grill Pan Grid and Oven Shelf ........................................ 19
Cleaning Inside the Oven/Grill .............................................................. 19
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 19
Something not Working? ........................................................................ 20
Service and Spare Parts ......................................................................... 21
Customer Service Centres ....................................................................... 22
Guarantee Conditions ........................................................................... 24
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CONTENTS

Dear Customer,
Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix cooker. With our 80 years experience in
developing and manufacturing the very best in U.K. cookers, you can be
assured that you have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality product.
Tricity Bendix cookers 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 cooker, 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
cooker.
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.
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PREFACE

THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THEM
ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE
COOKER.
PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLATION
This cooker is heavy and care must be
taken when moving it.
Ensure that all packaging, both inside
and outside the cooker, has been
removed before the appliance is used.
Do not try to move the cooker by
pulling the door handles.
The cooker must be installed according
to the instructions supplied. Any
electrical installation work must be
undertaken by a qualified
electrician/competent
It is dangerous to alter or modify the
specifications of the product in any way.
After installation, please dispose of the
packaging with due regard to safety and
the environment.
DURING OPERATION
Do not use this cooker if it is in contact
with water. Never operate it with wet
hands.
This cooker is designed to be operated
by adults. Young children must not be
allowed to tamper with the cooker or
play with the controls.
Do not allow children to sit or climb onto
the drop down oven door.
Caution accessible parts especially
around the grill area may become hot
when the cooker is in use. Children
should be kept away until it has cooled.
Take great care when heating fats and
oils as they will ignite if they become too
hot.
This cooker 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.
Take care to follow the
recommendations given for tending the
food when grilling. Use the handle
provided in the recommended way.
Do not leave the 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.
Recommendations given on page 13.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
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SAFETY
person.

Ensure that all vents are left unobstructed to
ensure ventilation of the oven cavity.
Ensure that the anti-tilt shelf is put in
place correctly. Refer to instructions on
page 15.
Never line any part of the cooker with
aluminium foil. Do not allow heatproof
cooking material, e.g. roasting bags to
come into contact with oven elements.
Always stand back from the cooker
when opening the oven door to allow
any build up of steam or heat to
release.
Stand clear when opening the drop
down oven door. Do not allow it to fall
open - support it using the door handle
until it is fully open.
Do not place sealed cans or aerosols
inside the oven. They may explode if
they are heated.
AFTER USE
Ensure that all control knobs are in the
OFF position when not in use.
For hygiene and safety reasons this
cooker 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 cooker until it has
cooled.
GENERAL Under no circumstances should
repairs be carried out by inexperienced
persons as this may cause injury or
serious malfunction.
This cooker should be serviced by an
authorised Service Engineer and only
genuine approved spare parts should be
used. Details of servicing and repair
arrangements are given on page 21 of
this book.
Do not stand on the cooker or on the
open oven door.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the appliance or its
handles. They are a safety hazard.
Only clean this cooker in accordance
with the instructions given in this book.
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Your safety is of paramount importance.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these WARNINGS contact the:
Consumer Care Department
Telephone [phone]

RATING PLATE
Record the model, product and serial numbers on the
back cover of this instruction book, from the rating plate.
This is situated on the base of the appliance on the
front right hand side.
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 cooker as
this may invalidate the guarantee.
INSTALLATION
If your cooker has been damaged in transit, contact
your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt to install it.
Your cooker 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 cooker
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the cooker 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. The cable must have
conductors of sufficiently high cross-sectional area to
prevent overheating and deterioration.
The cable should be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.
To move the cooker, open the main oven door and lift
the cooker 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.
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 cooker is
required to enable the cooker 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.
Two spacers have been incorporated into the back of
the appliance to ensure an air gap of 10mm is
maintained at hotplate level. Tiles or other forms of
deep wall covering should not obscure this gap.
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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
INTRODUCTION
Six square millimetres (6.00mm²) is the recommended
cross-section area.
This appliance complies with Radio Interference
requirements of EEC Directive 87/308/EEC.

Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.
It is important to ensure that the appliance is level after
installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the front of the
appliance to accommodate uneven floors.
FITTING THE STABILITY BRACKET
It is recommended that a stability bracket supplied with
the appliance be fitted during installation.
The instructions are as follows.
1. Place the appliance in its intended position and level
appliance.
2. Mark off 280mm from the left hand side at the base
of the appliance as shown in dimension 'A', Fig 1.
This is the centre line of the fixing bracket.
3. Draw a line across the front edge of the feet (see
Fig 1) and remove appliance from its position. Mark
off dimension 'B' (see Fig 1) back from this line on
the centre line of the bracket to locate the front edge
of the lower bracket. Fix lower bracket (with two
fixing holes) to the floor then measure the height
from floor level to engagement edge on back of
appliance, dimension 'C' of Fig. 2.
4. Assemble upper bracket to lower bracket so that
underside of bracket is dimension 'C' +3mm above
floor level. (see Fig. 2).
Reposition appliance and check that top bracket
engages into appliance back as shown in Fig. 2.
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
COOKER
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 - 15
minutes at 220°C 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 ovens are 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.
OVEN / GRILL INDICATOR NEON
The light indicates whether the oven or the grill are
switched on. The neon also indicates when the set
temperature is being maintained. The neon will cycle on
and off during cooking. In the case of the oven the neon
indicates when the correct temperature has been
reached.
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of oven furniture have been
supplied with the cooker:
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 straight shelf
for oven
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Fig.1
Fig.2

THE CONTROL PANEL
FEATURES
A - Hotplate Controls
B - Oven/Grill Control
C - Oven/Grill Indicator Neon
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER
ABC

l To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
l The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest 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
l Avoid the use of decorative covers as they
can cause condensation to form on the
hotplates which may lead to deterioration.
l Follow any guidelines provided by the
saucepan manufacturer, particularly those
relating to recommended heat settings.
l Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
l To prolong the life of the hotplates:-
l Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket
l Never use an asbestos mat
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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.
THE SEALED HOTPLATES

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 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 (oC) Scale (oF)
150 300
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 ready.
7. The scum should be removed as soon as
possible after setting, but marmalade should be
allowed to cool before potting to prevent the peel
rising.
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l To operate the grill, turn the oven/grill control
clockwise until the grill setting lines up with
oven/grill on control panel.
l Close the door.
l The oven/grill neon indicator will light.
l The oven/grill neon indicator will cycle on and off
periodically during grilling.
THINGS TO NOTE
The grill door must be closed during grilling. Grilling
with the door open could cause areas of the oven
and surrounding furniture to become excessively hot,
as well as reducing the performance, efficiency and
economy of the grill.
The grill cannot be used at the same time as the
oven.
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 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 inserting
and 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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CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE
KEPT AWAY.
SELECTING THE GRILL
THE GRILL

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, or the carrier shelf can be lifted
away from the cooker and rested on a heat resistant
work surface.
HINTS AND TIPS
l 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.
l Adjust the grid and grill pan shelf position to
allow for different heights of food.
l Place food on the grill pan grid or directly
onto the grill pan base.
l Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed around the outer
edges or underneath the grid when grilling meats.
l When toasting bread use the shelf in position 5
with the grid in the high position and placing the
bread in the centre of the grid.
l Preheat the grill on a full setting for five minutes
before cooking. Adjust the shelf as necessary
during cooking.
l The food should be turned over during cooking
as required.
GRILLING CHART
FOOD SHELF
POSITION GRILL TIME (mins)
Bacon Rashers
Beefburgers
Chicken Joints
Chops - Lamb
Pork
Fish - Whole
Trout/Mackerel
Fillets - Plaice/Cod
Kebabs
Kidneys - Lamb/Pig
Liver - Lamb/Pig
Sausages
Steaks - Rare
Medium
Well Done
Toasted Sandwiches
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
2-3 each side
6-10 each side
15-20 each side
7-10 each side
10-15 each side
8-12 each side
4-6 each side
10-15 each side
4-6 each side
5-10 each side
10-15 each side
3-6 each side
6-8 each side
7-10 each side
1¼-1½ each
side
Shelf positions are counted from the bottom
upwards.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
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l To operate the oven turn the oven temperature
control to the required setting.
THINGS TO NOTE
1. The oven indicator light will glow until the oven
has reached the required temperature and then
go out. It will cycle ON and OFF periodically
during cooking showing that the temperature is
being maintained.
TO FIT THE OVEN SHELF
The shelf 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.
HINTS AND TIPS
l Arrange the shelf in the required position before
switching the oven ON. Shelf positions are
numbered from the bottom upwards.
l Only cook food or place dishes on the single
shelf provided.
l Where a single dish is to be cooked place it
centrally on the oven shelf.
l For your safety DO NOT withdraw the oven shelf
when removing food/dishes from the oven.
l The oven is fitted with elements at the top and
bottom of the cavity.
l Do not line any part of the oven with aluminium
foil as it may cause damage or interfere with the
air circulation.
For best results always:-
l Preheat the oven until the indicator neon goes
out.
l For economy leave the oven door open for the
shortest possible time particularly when placing
food into a pre-heated oven.
l Do not place baking trays or dishes directly on
the oven floor as it interferes with the oven air
circulation and can lead to base burning; use the
lower shelf position.
l 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 16.
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SELECTING THE OVEN
THE OVEN

The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatu
by 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements. Shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the oven.
FOOD OVEN SHELF
POSITION COOKING TEMP (°C) APPROX COOK TIME (MINS)
Biscuits
Flapjacks
Shortbread
Bread
Bread rolls/buns
Casseroles - beef
Chicken casserole
Cakes: Small & Queen
Victoria sandwich
Gingerbread
Madeira
Rich fruit
Christmas
Meringues
3
3
3
2
2
3
3
3
2
3
2
2
1
3
190-200
180-190
150-160
220
220
140-150
180-190
180-190
180-190
150-160
140-150
150-160
140-150
100
10-20
25-30
45-65
30
30
2-3 hours
1½ hours
20-25
20-25
1¼-1½ hours
1-1¼ hours
2¼-2¾ hours
Depending on size 3-4½h
2½-3 hours
Convenience foods 2 Follow instructions on the pack
Fish
Fish pie (potato topped)
Shepherds pie
Fruit pies and crumbles
Milk puddings
Pastry: Choux - Chocolate eclairs
Profiteroles
Shortcrust - Mince pies
Flaky/puff pies
Quiche Lorraine/tarts/flans
Meat pie
Plate tarts/pies
Scones
Soufflés
Roasting meat, poultry
Pasta e.g. Lasagne
Vegetable dishes:
Baked jacket potatoes
Baked stuffed marrow
Baked stuffed tomatoes
Roast potatoes
Yorkshire puddings: (large)
(individual)
2
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
180-190
200-210
200-210
210-220
150-160
200-210
200-210
200-210
220-230
200-210
200-210
200-210
230-240
200
180-200
200
200
200
200
190
200-220
230
230
20-30
20-25
30-35
40-45
1½-2 hours
20-25
20-25
15-20
30-40
30-45
30-45
30-45
8-12
30-40
See Roasting Chart
30-40
1½ hours
1-1½ hours
30-35
20-25
1-1½ hours
35-40
35-40
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OVEN COOKING CHART
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TEMPERATURES (°C) COOKING TIME
MEAT OVEN
Beef
Beef, boned
Mutton and Lamb
Pork and veal
Ham
Chicken
Turkey and goose
Duck
Pheasant
Rabbit
Potatoes with
meat
Potatoes without
meat
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
180-200
190-200
20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20-35 minutes over
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 30-40 minutes over
30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 30-40 minutes over
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up
to 3½kg (7lb) then 15 minutes
per ½kg (1lb)
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
35-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 35-40 minutes over
20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
according to size
according to size
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ROASTING CHART

ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE
SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING
CLEANING MATERIALS
Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker,
check that they are suitable and that their use is
recommended by the manufacturer.
Cleaners that contain bleach should NOT be used as
they may dull the surface finishes. Harsh abrasives
should also be avoided.
CLEANING THE SEALED HOTPLATES
AND HOTPLATE TRIMS
In order to maintain the appearance of your cooker's
sealed hotplates and trims you are advised to use
the recommended cleaning agents daily. If you do
not allow spillages to burn on they will be much
easier to clean off.
THINGS TO NOTE
The red spot in the centre of the hotplate may be
removed with some abrasive cleaning agents. This is
not a fault and does not effect the performance of the
hotplate.
FOR NORMAL SOILAGE
Wipe over the hotplates and trims using a clean
damp cloth then switch to a low or medium setting for
a few minutes to thoroughly dry.
FOR HEAVY SOILAGE
Use a clean damp cloth or scourer with a cream
cleaner e.g. 'Jif' or a powder cleaner e.g. 'Ajax' on
the hotplate and trims. Follow the circular grooved
pattern on the hotplate when cleaning. Rinse off
cleaning agents thoroughly. Dry as for normal
soilage.
For more stubborn marks warm the hotplate on a low
setting for 30 seconds. Clean the sealed plate with
'Ajax' powder cleaner, 'Jif' cream cleaner or a 'Brillo'
pad. You may have to rub hard for several minutes.
Rinse off cleaning agents thoroughly with a damp
cloth. Switch to a low or medium setting for a few
minutes until the hotplate is thoroughly dry.
CLEANING THE HOTPLATE TRIMS
The stainless steel trims may become straw coloured
during use. Using a proprietary stainless steel
cleaner , e.g. 'Shiny Sinks' will help maintain a bright
appearance. Alternatively a powder cleaner such as
'Bar Keepers Friend' may be used regularly.
CLEANING THE VITREOUS ENAMEL
Use a clean damp cloth or scourer made for non-
stick saucepans with 'Jif' cream cleaner.
AFTER CLEANING
To maintain the appearance of the hotplates
occasionally apply a little salt free vegetable oil or
commercial restorative agent e.g. '4 Hob' or use a
'Minky' Hotplate Cleaning Cloth.
To apply vegetable oil, first heat the hotplate on a
medium setting for 30 seconds then turn OFF. Pour
a very small amount of oil onto kitchen paper, apply
the paper to the hotplate and wipe off any excess oil.
Heat the hotplate on a medium setting for 1 minute.
To apply restorative agent, apply a thin coating
of '4 Hob' or use a Minky cloth following the
manufacturers instructions.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE
COOKER
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials, or
scourers on the outside of the cooker as some of the
finishes are painted and damage may occur.
Regularly wipe over the control panel, oven doors
and cooker sides using a soft cloth and liquid
detergent.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE ANY OF
THE CONTROL KNOBS FROM THE
AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND IS A
SAFETY HAZARD
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CARE AND CLEANING
ELECTRICITY
PANEL

CLEANING THE GRILL PAN, GRILL PAN
GRID AND OVEN SHELF
All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can
be washed in the dishwasher.
The grill pan and oven shelf may be cleaned using a
soap impregnated steel wool pad. The grill pan grid
should be cleaned using hot soapy water. Soaking
first in soapy water will make cleaning easier.
CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN / GRILL
COMPARTMENT
The vitreous enamel main oven and interior oven
door and can be cleaned using normal oven cleaners
or aerosol oven cleaners with care. Ensure that the
manufacturers instructions are followed and that all
parts are well rinsed afterwards.
HINTS AND TIPS
l Cook at the recommended temperatures. Higher
temperatures during roasting will increase
soilage. Try cooking at lower temperatures for an
increased length of time, you will save energy
and often the joint is more tender.
l Use minimal, if any, extra oil or fat when roasting
meat, potatoes only require brushing with fat
before cooking. Extra fat in the oven during
roasting will increase splashing and soilage.
l It is NOT necessary to add water to the meat tin
when roasting. The water and the fat juices from
the joint create excessive splattering during
cooking - even at normal temperatures, as well
as causing condensation.
l Covering joints during cooking will also prevent
splashing onto the interior surfaces. Removing
the covering for the last 20-30 minutes will allow
extra browning if required. Some large joints and
turkeys especially benefit by this method of
cooking, allowing the joint to cook through before
the outside is over-browned.
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We strongly recommend that you carry out the
following checks on your appliance before calling a
Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a
simple one, which you can solve yourself without the
expense of a service call.
If our Service Engineer finds that the problem is
listed below you will be charged for the call whether
or not the appliance is under guarantee.
The cooker does not work at all:
* Check that the appliance has been wired in and
is switched on at the wall.
* Check that the main cooker fuse is working.
The oven temperature is too high or low:
* Check that the recommended temperatures are
being used (see page 16). Be prepared to adjust
the temperatures up or down by 10°C to achieve
the results you want.
* Care should be taken if using an oven
thermometer to check oven temperatures as they
may be inaccurate.
The following factors should be considered.
* Ensure you purchase an accurate good quality
instrument.
* The oven will cycle about a set temperature and
will not be constant.
If the oven is not cooking evenly:
* Check that the cooker is correctly installed and
that it is level.
* Check that the grill door is closed during grilling.
* Check that the recommended temperatures and
shelf position is being used.
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SOMETHING NOT WORKING?