Hotpoint 50cm User's Manual
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1. lal l2 sizliIs 9 e a al S Ale A S S 2 8 Et da a Ye Puddings x Milk Pudding Semi rich Fruit cakes o es es es Yes es es es Bread Ye z g 5 Q amp n w f A F o a Q g B on 5 Note If soft margarine is used for cake making temperatures recommended by the manufacturers should be followed Temperatures recommended in this chart refer to cakes made with block margarine or butter only 19 Using the Main Oven for Other Functions Tgr SLOW Setting This is used for slow cooking keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods Extra care should be taken when warming bone china as it may be damaged in a hot oven DO NOT place food or plates directly on the oven floor as this could damage both the oven lining and the plates which are being warmed Advantages of SLOW cooking are Operation The oven stays cleaner because there is less splashing Timing of food is not as critical so there is less fear of overcooking Inexpensive joints of meat are tenderised Fully loading the oven can be economical Cooking times can be extended in some cases by up to 2 hours 1 Place the prepared food in the main oven and ensure the door is fully closed 2 Select S Slow Cooking Temperature by turning the Main Oven Control clockwise ensuring the oven door is fully closed Storage and re heating of food 1 If food is to be frozen or not used immediately2. be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to vou The guarantee is subject to the following conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is only used on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THE GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a FREE 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional
3. of injurv to children please dispose of vour product carefullv and safelv Remove all doors and lids Remove the mains cable where fitted bv cutting off flush with the appliance and alwavs ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricitv supplv To help the environment Local Authoritv instructions should be followed for the disposal of vour product This appliance conforms with the following European Economic Community directives 2006 95 EC of 12 12 06 Low Voltage and subsequent modifications 2004 108 EC of 15 12 04 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent modifications 90 396 EEC of 29 06 90 Gas and subsequent modifications only for models which use gas 93 68 EEC of 22 07 93 and subsequent modifications 2002 96 EC The European Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old applian
4. should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface Turn the control to 6 for fast cooking To cook more slowly or simmer turn the control to a lower setting according to the size of the saucepan and the amount of liquid The two small Hotplates are specially for smaller pans low temperature cooking and simmering Do Not leave a hotplate switched on without a pan as this wastes energy and may shorten the life of the hotplate 10 Hotplates General Information Notes CONTROL SETTINGS GUIDE This is provided only as a guide settings also depend on the type of pan used and the quality of food Type of food To melt butter chocolate etc To heat food gently To keep small amounts of water simmering To heat sauces containing egg yolks and butter To simmer stews meat fish vegetables fruit To heat solid and liquid foods Keep water boiling Thaw frozen vegetables Make 2 3 egg omelettes To cook foods just above simmering To maintain rolling boil for preserve making To seal meat and fry fish Frying potatoes Bringing water to the boil Deep fat frying Dissolve sugar for preserve making Safety 1 Use a deep pan large enough to completely cover the appropriate heating area requirements 2 Never fill the pan more than one third full of oil for deep fat frying 3 Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking period 4 Never try to fry too much food at a tim
5. the grill pan on the runners and push back to the stop position when the grill pan is correctly positioned beneath the grill element Plates and dishes placed on the floor of the grill compartment will be heated when the oven is in use Do not operate the grill control when using the compartment as a hotcupboard Do take care when removing plates dishes and utensils from the grill compartment when the oven is in use as thev mav become quite hot Vou mav need to use oven gloves when removing warmed items 15 Grill Chart Pre heat the grill for 5 minutes on maximum control setting before grilling GRILL CHART Grill Setting Approximate Cooking time Toasting of Bread products i 20 25 mins Wire food support used in upturned position for chicken Small cuts of meat 5 sausages bacon etc Chops etc Gammon steaks Chicken pieces Fish fingers Whole a 10 20 mins Whole fish and fillets placed in the Fillets base of the grill pan 15 20 mins 15 20 mins 8 10 mins Dish placed directly on base of the Browning of food grill pan and pan placed on the base of the grill compartment The settings in the above guide have been developed to cook food successfully without excessive fat spitting and splashing Fish in breadcrumbs Pre Cooked potato 6 5 5 5 products 3 5 Main Oven To use the oven proceed as follows Fan Cooking This control switches on the main oven To select
6. turning on and off When the grill control is operated at a setting less than maximum this is normal regulator operation not a fault Condensation on the wall at Steam and or condensation may appear from the vent at the rear of the the rear of the cooker appliance when using an oven particularly for foods with a high water content e g frozen chips roast chicken etc This is normal and any excess should be wiped off Steam Condensation in the Steam is a by product of cooking any food with a high water content To help oven after use minimise always a Try to avoid leaving food in the oven to cool after being cooked b Use a covered container wherever possible Technical Characteristics Main Oven Dimensions HxWxD 34x39x41 cm Volume 54 Litres Max Oven Power Absorption 1700 W Voltage and Frequency 240V 50 60Hz or 50Hz see data plate ENERGV LABEL Directive 2002 40 EC on the label of electric ovens Norm EN 50304 Declared energv consumption for Natural convection Class heating mode Fan oven 24 Electronic timer This function displavs the time and works as a timer which counts down to zero Note All functions will be implemented approximately 7 seconds after they have been set Resetting the clock Minute Minder feature Cancelling a time that has already been set Adjusting the buzzer volume After the appliance has been connected to the power supply or after a power cut the clock display w
7. B Hotpoint Instructions for Installation and Use 50cm Free Standing Electric Cooker EW36G EW36K EW36P EW36X EW38G EW38K EW38P EW38X To the Installer Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover this book The information can be found on the rating plate To the User You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference Contents Introduction Installation Safetv Information Features Control Panel Ceramic hob Use of hotplates Hotplates General Information Notes Choosing Vour Utensils Grilling Grill Chart Main Oven Fan Cooking Fan Oven cooking charts Meat Fan Oven cooking charts Baking Using the Main Oven for Other Functions Care and Cleaning Cooking Results Not Satisfactory Disposal of the appliance Something Wrong With Your Cooker Technical Characteristics Electronic timer After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Key Contacts OJIOjkbliw 9 10 10 11 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 23 24 24 25 26 27 Back Cover Vou must read these instructions prior to using vour appliance and retain them for future use Introduction Your new appliance is guaranteed and will give lasting service This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet To help make best use of your cooking equipment please read this
8. Fan Cooking Turn thecontrol clockwise and select any temperature between 100 C and Max As the control is turned the fan will start The main oven light will immediately come on The thermostat light indicates that the main oven is heating When it turns off the temperature inside the oven has reached the setting made with the thermostat knob At this point the light will turn on and off as the oven maintains the temperature at a constant level The fan and the oven interior light will remain on throughout cooking The red main oven thermostat light will come on until the oven reaches therequired temperature It will then cycle off and on as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature The heat for fan cooking in the main oven is provided by an element situated at the back of the oven around the fan Fan cooking is ideal for large poultry or joints of meat reducing cooking times and often eliminating the need for pre heating the oven It is also ideal for batch cooking where food is cooked on morethan one level because the forced circulation of hot air gives aneven temperature from the top to the bottom of the oven The shelves should be evenly spaced To avoid unnecessary cleaning shelves which are not in use should be removed from the oven 0 Set the main oven control to the required temperature Pre heating is not normally necessary but some foods such as bread scones and Yorkshire pudding do benefit from being placed in a
9. HT REAR REAR FRONT PLATE PLATE PLATE PLATE INDICATOR LIGHT D YVOOOOO O OO ka HA VARIABJE GRILL FRON LEFT REARJLEFT REAR RIGHT FRONTJRIGHT ELECTRONIC MAIN GRILL LEFT LEFT RIGHT RIGHT TIMER OVEN FRONT REAR REAR FRONT PLATE PLATE PLATE PLATE Control Knobs Operating the control when the grill is in use Slow cooking S Electronic timer The knobs for the hotplates can be rotated in either direction to provide variable heat control the Main Oven knob can only be rotated clockwise from the Off position Note Always ensure that all controls are in the OFF position when the appliance is not in use The hob hot warning lights will operate soon after each of the heating areas have been switched on Each warning light will remain illuminated until each heating area has cooled down In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill compartment care must be taken when setting the controls due to hot air being emitted from the grill compartment The main oven has a S setting specially designed to reduce energy usage Full details of this can be found in the Slow cooking section of this book The electronic timer displays the time and the timer function with countdown Ceramic Hob CAUTION IF AT ANV TIME A CRACK IN THE SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE IMMEDIATELV FROM THE SUPPLV Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in c
10. I Serial number PO JI Parts amp Accessories We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your FREE 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Indesit Company UK Limited Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 27 06 2009 19506050904
11. a sandwich base of aluminium and stainless steel is an excellent conductor of heat and is suitable for use on ceramic and halogen hobs providing they are used in accordance with the saucepans manufacturers recommendations Stainless steel pans with a sandwich base of aluminium and copper are excellent conductors of heat If using stainless steel saucepans with aluminium and copper sandwich bases on ceramic and halogen hobs the use of these pans must be in accordance with the saucepan manufacturers recommendations Extra care should be taken to ensure the base of the pan and the hob is cleaned and the hob conditioned after each and every use when using this type of saucepan If these recommendations are not followed the result will be a build up of small copper deposits on the surface of your hob which if not cleaned after each use will result in permanent marking of your hob Always lift the pan from the hob do not drag or slide across the hob surface as damage may occur 14 Grilling GRILLING MUST BE DONE WITH THE GRILL DOOR OPEN CONTROL KNOBS MAV BECOME HOT DURING GRILLING CAUTION ACCESSIBLE PARTS WILL BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY To operate the grill proceed as follows Grill Pan Handle Fixing the Grill Pan Handle Grill Compartment as a Hotcupboard Open the grill door Pre heat the grill on setting 6 for approximately 5 minutes see chart on guide to grill
12. apacities by inexperienced individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product These individuals should at the very least be supervised by someone who assumes responsibility for their safety or receive preliminary instructions relating to the operation of the appliance Safetv Information Never Never line the interior of the oven with foil as this may cause the appliance to overheat Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use e Do not allow children or persons who are not familiar with the appliance to use it without supervision Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to burst Never store chemicals food stuffs pressurised container in or on the appliance or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1 3 full of oil or use a lid DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will cause the appliance to overheat Never use the appliance as a r
13. booklet carefully The cooker is designed specificallv for domestic use and responsibilitv will not be accepted for use in anv other installation When the cooker is first used an odour mav be emitted this will cease after a period of use When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated e g open a window or use an extractor fan and that persons who mav be sensitive to the odour avoid anv fumes It is suggested that anv pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased This odour is due to temporarv finish on oven liners and elements and also anv moisture absorbed by the insulation The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance a Has been used solely in accordance with the Users Instruction Book b Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the rating plate attached to this equipment c Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by any person other than the authorised employee or agent d Has been correctly installed Installation WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Electrical connection Electric cookers come without a power supply cable The cooker is designed to operate on an electricity supply which conforms to the electrical data shown on the Rating Plate The cooker can be connected to the mains only after removing the back panel of the cooker itself with a screwdriver N B the followin
14. ce 23 Something Wrong with your Cooker Before contacting your nearest Service Centre Installer check the problem guide below there may be nothing wrong with your cooker Problem Slight odour or small amount of This is normal and should cease after a short period smoke when using the cooker for the first time Nothing Works Is the main cooker wall switch turned on There may be no electricity supply Oven temperature seems too Check that the temperature has been set in accordance with the temperature high or too low charts It may be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended temperature by up to 10 C to suit your taste Oven does not cook evenly Check that the temperature and shelf position are as recommended in the temperature charts Check that the containers being used in the oven allow sufficient air flow around them Check that the cooker is level Hotplates are slow to boil or Check that your pans conform to the recommendations in these instructions will not simmer Marks appearing on hotplates The hob surround can be cleaned with warm soapy water and a cream Can not clean hob hotplates cleaner such as Cif The sealed hotplates should be cleaned regularly please refer to the Care and Cleaning section for further information Please note that replacement hob cleaning kits are available from our parts department see Key Contacts back page Grill not working The grill door MUST be open Grill keeps
15. e especially frozen food This only lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much resulting in greasy food 5 Always dry food thoroughly before frying and lower it slowly into the hot oil or fat Frozen foods in particular will cause frothing and spitting if added to quickly 6 Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan 7 Keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or fat 11 Hotplates General Information Notes PANS SHOULD ever X Use good quality flat based Use gauze metal pan cookware on all electric heat diffusers asbestos mats and sources stands e g Wok stands they KON can cause overheating l e Always ensure pans have Use utensils with skirts or Not be concave bowed in clean dry bases before rims e g buckets and some use kettles Ensure pans match size of Use badly dented or distorted heating area pans Remember good quality pans Leave an element switched oj Not be convex bowed out retain heat well so generally on when not cooking only a low or medium heat is necessary Ensure pan handles are Cook food directly on the positioned safely and away ceramic glass from heat sources e Always lift pans do not drag Drag or slide utensils along the hob surface Always use pan lids except when frying Deal with spillages immediately but with care THE BEST COMBINATIONS This table is a general guide to the types of pan s
16. eaning materials powder cleanser mav be applied following the manufacturers instructions Do not use abrasive cleaners or the powder cleanser on the painted metal framework Cleaner Conditioner Regular use of the conditioner will make the surface easier to clean thus ensuring that vears of heavv abrasive cleaning do not progressivelv dull the surface Remove the grill pan and the wire grid food support it is best to wash these items immediatelv after use to prevent stains from being burnt on when used again Wipe out the Grill compartment use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the grill runners and the floor of the compartment Wipe over the control panel with a damp cloth and polish with a drv cloth Do not use cream cleaners oven cleaners or aerosols scouring pads or abrasive powder for cleaning the plastic knobs as damage will occur It is advisable to clean the decorative trims regularly to prevent any build up of soiling The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe over the trims with a soft cloth wrung out in warm water or mild non abrasive cleaner If in doubt try the cleaner on a small area of trim which is not noticeable in normal use Then after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water dry with a soft clean cloth Remove the rod shelves and grill pan Use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the rod shelves grill pan and the floor of the oven Clean the glass part of the oven doo
17. g installation procedure must be carried out by a qualified electrician The electrical installation must comply with the IEE Regulations Building amp local By Lays For the installation of the feeding cable carry out the following operations 1 Open the terminal board by inserting a screwdriver into the side tabs of the cover Use the screwdriver as a lever by pushing it down to open the cover see diagram TM 2 Loosen the cable clamp screw and remove it using a screwdriver as a lever see figure Wl 3 Remove the wire contact screws L N then fasten the wires under the screw heads respecting the colour code Black Blue N Red Brown L and Bare Wire Yellow Green Once the connections have been made tighten all the terminal screws fully Fasten the supply cable in place with the clamp and close the cover of the terminal board Installation Positioning the Cooker The height of the cooker can be adjusted bv means of adjustable feet in the plinth 900mm 930mm Adjust the feet by tilting the cooker from the side Then install the product into position NOTE This appliance must not be fitted on a platform The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 500mm apart The space either side need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing It can be used with cabinets one side or both as well as in a corner setting It can also be
18. hot oven see cooking charts Place the food to be cooked in the centre of each shelf to allow for even air circulation around the food 17 Fan Oven Cooking Chart MEAT Note Where times are stated they are approximate only Fan Oven Meat heat C FT Turkev 4 to 5 5kg N 13 15 mins per 450g 11b at Q 150 160 C allow 12 mins per 450g at i No 150 C If using aluminium foil never 1 Allow foil to touch sides of oven 2 Cover oven interior with foil 3 Cover shelves with foil The most accurate method of testing the readiness of joints of meat or whole poultry is to insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a joint or the thickest part of poultry thighs during the cooking period The meat thermometer will indicate when the required internal temp has been reached Beef Rare 60 C Lamb 80 C Poultry 90 C Medium 70 C Pork 90 C Well Done 75 C Veal 75 C 18 Fan Oven Cooking Chart BAKING Fan Oven Cooking Pre T ture C Time i heat emperature Ime in mins 170 180 25 35 160 170 20 25 170 190 15 20 Scones Small Cakes Victoria Sandwich Ye Sponge Sandwich Fatless y Swiss Roll 190 200 12 15 140 150 60 75 7 inch 130 140 Depending on size 190 200 Depending on use 190 200 Depending on use 180 190 30 45 190 200 20 25 130 140 105 135 140 150 40 50 200 210 45 50 80 90 180 240 Nn EI S 2 2 2 ejijkje In gt l leslel B E P 2 sia I4ZItal e
19. ill begin to blink showing the figure 0 00 Press button and then buttons and to set the exact time Press and hold the buttons to quicken the count upwards Any necessary modifications can be made by repeating the above process This function may be accessed by pressing the A button after which the display will show the symbol A Every time the button is pressed it corresponds to a time increase of 10 seconds until it reaches 99 minutes and 50 seconds After this point each press of the button represents an increase of one minute up to a maximum of 10 hours Pressing the button reduces the time After the time period has been set the timer will begin to count down When the timer reaches zero the buzzer will sound this may be stopped by pressing any button The time may be displayed by pressing the button and the A symbol indicates that the timer function has been set After approximately 7 seconds the display will automatically revert to the timer Press the button until the display shows 0 00 After selecting and confirming the clock settings use the button to adjust the volume of the alarm buzzer 25 B Hotpoint Guarantee 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Vour appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer s guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives vou the reassurance that if within that time vour appliance is proven to
20. ing 0 Fix the grill pan handle securely in position See below 0 Food which only requires browning should be placed directly on in the grill pan in the grill pan runner or on the floor of the grill compartment the grill pan grid may be removed 0 Leave the control on setting 6 for toast sealing and fast cooking of foods For thicker foods requiring longer cooking turn the control to a lower setting after the initial sealing on both sides on setting 6 The thicker the food the lower the control should be set Warning Take care as the grill will be hot always wear oven gloves Always ensure that the grill pan is clean BEFORE use Excess fat build up in the bottom of the pan could cause a fire hazard Never line grill pan with foil The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan to facilitate cleaning and storage Fix the pan handle securely before use 1 Fit the handle to the grill pan so that the external hooks embrace the edge of the pan fig 1 2 Make sure that the middle part of the handle fits exactly the protruding support of the pan fig 2 and holds the pan from the bottom The food must be placed on the rack in the grill pan Position the grill pan on top of the oven rack The best results are achieved by placing the oven rack on the uppermost shelves Pouring a little water into the grill pan will make the collection of grease particles more efficient and prevent the formation of smoke Place
21. ly slide the glass into its slots as far as it will go and replace the end caps Cooking Results Not Satisfactory Uneven cooking front to Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below the grill element Fat splattering Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a temperature Oven Baking Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a Uneven rising of cake spirit level on the rod shelf and adjusting using suitable packing e g wood under the feet of the appliance This should be checked both left to right and front to back Ensure that the food is positioned centrally in the oven Sinking of cakes The following may cause cakes to sink 1 Cooking at too high a temperature 2 Using normal creaming method with soft margarine Over Under cooking Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in Fast Slow cooking the oven temperature charts however it may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10 C to suit personal taste Do not use utensils greater than 2 ins in height Uneven cooking of 1 Too large baking sheet used See Cookery Notes cakes 2 Over loading of oven and always ensure even air gaps around baking tins Uneven rising of cake Ensure that the shelf is level see above and that the food is positioned centrally in the oven Food is taking too long Only cook one item ata time to avoid overloading the to cook oven A Disposal of vour product To minimise the risk
22. ne steel wool soap pad For slight soiling theinner glass panel mav be cleaned while still warm without removing it from the door Aftercleaning rinse and drv with a soft cloth Cleaning the door glass is the same as the drop down doors except take care to support the weight of the inner glass when removing and refitting Remove the door inner glass as follows 1 Open the door fully and remove the extrusion end caps This should be done by hand but if it proves too difficult simply lift the inner glass to ease the end caps out of position NOTE If you need to use a tool be careful not to damage the extrusion or end cap 2 Carefully slide the inner glass towards you andwithdraw it from its locating slots Ensure that the door is not allowed to slam shut due to the reduction in door weight Clean the glass as described above 3 The inside of the outer door glass can now be cleaned while still fitted to the cooker NEVER OPERATE THE COOKER WITHOUT THE INNER DOOR GLASS IN POSITION Refit the door inner glass as follows 1 Open the door fully 2 Locate the inner door glass into its slots so that the printing is readable from the face nearest the oven in the closed position and the widest black band is towards the bottom of the door The inner door glass has a special reflective coating on one side in order to minimise surface temperatures and energy consumption during use it is important it is fitted correctly 3 Careful
23. on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance simply call our registration line on 08448 24 24 24 ROI 01 230 0800 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08448 226 226 ROI 01 230 0233 Free Helpdesk Service We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership Simply call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08448 224 224 ROI 0818 313 413 for telephone assistance or where necessary to arrange for an engineer to call 26 B Hotpoint After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for vour Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us the manufacturer Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpoint co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Model number PO J
24. ontact with the hob surface as damage can occur The following boiling plates are located beneath the decorative circular patterned cooking areas Front left 6 heat 1200W Rear left 6 heat 1700W Rear right 6 heat 1200W Front right 6 heat 1700W The cooking areas change colour when heated become red indicating which heating element is switched on The cooking area returns to its original colour when the heating element is switched Off Warning Even though the cooking area has returned to its original colour it mav still be hot The controls for the hotplates can be turned in either direction Turn the control to 6 for fast cooking To reduce the heat to cook more slowlv or simmer turn the control to a lower setting according to the size of the saucepan and the amount of liquid Pans can be placed on the unheated areas of the panel when cooking is finished and before serving food It is inadvisable at anv time to leave a heating element switched on without a pan in position as this wastes energv and could make soil or rub off from aluminium pans more difficult to remove To protect elements against over heating safetv cut outs have been incorporated with each element After several minutes with the control at setting 6 the safety cut out switches the element Off and On continuously thus preventing any adverse effects that may be caused by an excessive build up of heat in the cooking area Use of Hotplates Note Under no circumstances
25. oom heater Never use the grill to warm plates Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings Never use steam cleaners SAFETY ADVICE IN CASE OF A CHIP PAN FIRE In the event of a chip pan fire or any other pan fire ii 2 TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH this will smother the flames and extinguish the fire LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING IT Injuries are often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires Features HOB VENTILATION SLOTS 1200W 1200W 1700W Hob Hot Indicators CONTROL PANEL GRILL MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT GRILL DOOR SWITCH GRILL MODEL amp SERIAL NUMBER GRILL DOOR REMOVABLE Ai b Wf MAIN OVEN INNER GLASS WIREWORK DOOR SHELF SUPPORTS OVEN ROD pt SHELVES Control Panel TOP OVEN GRILL INDICATOR MAIN OVEN LIGHT THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT PLATE INDICATOR LIGHT D VARIABJE GRILL FRONJ LEFT VOOOOO REAR LEFT REAR friant FRONT RIGHT MAIN OVEN GRILL LEFT FRONT PLATE TOP OVEN GRILL INDICATOR MAIN OVEN LIGHT THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT LEFT RIGHT RIG
26. oving items from the oven grill Place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplate pans Take care to avoid heat steam burns when operating the controls Turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and allow the appliance to cool Make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven Keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use Take care when removing items from the grill when the lower oven is on as the contents will be hot Keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire Follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth Keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions Refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer Take care to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven as during use the oven becomes hot The appliance must be used by adults only for the preparation of food in accordance with the instructions outlined in this booklet Any other use of the appliance e g for heating the room constitutes improper use and is dangerous The manufacturer may not be held liable for any damage resulting from improper incorrect and unreasonable use of the appliance The appliance should not be operated by people including children with reduced physical sensory or mental c
27. place it in a clean container and cool as soon as possible 2 Always thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before re heating 3 Always reheat food thoroughly and ensure it is piping hot before serving 4 Only re heat food once Points to consider when preparing food for SLOW cooking 20 1 Make sure that the dishes to be used will fit into the oven ensuring enough room for air to circulate 2 All dishes cooked on the slow setting will require a minimum of 6 hours however if they are cooked for 1 2 hours longer then deterioration in their appearance may be noticed 3 Never cook joints of meat over 2 7kg 6 Ib or poultry over 2 0kg 4lb 802 We do not recommend that joints of meat or poultry are stuffed before cooking on the slow setting 4 To seal in the meat juices always cook meat or poultry at 170 C for 30 minutes before wrapping in foil and placing on a rack over a tin to allow good air circulation before turning the control to the slow setting and cooking immediately 5 Always ensure that joints of pork and poultry are thoroughly cooked by checking with a meat thermometer before serving 6 Always thaw frozen foods completely before cooking We do not recommend placing frozen food in the oven to cook 7 Always bring soups liquids and casseroles to the boil before placing in the oven 8 Ensure that casserole dishes have a good seal not airtight and cover to the top with foil to prevent loss of moist
28. r using a sponge and a non abrasive cleaning product then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth Do not use rough abrasive material or sharp metal scrapers as these could scratch the surface and cause the glass to crack The shelf supports are removable and dishwasher safe To remove hold the support at the front and pull away from the oven side this can then be cleaned in a sink or a dishwasher When removed it allows access to the oven side which can be cleaned with warm soapy water To refit the support insert the longer leg into the rear fixing hole and push in the front leg Open the oven door and remove the rod shelves Using a suitable cloth to protect the fingers grip the light glass dome unscrew anti clockwise and lift Reach into the aperture with fingers and unscrew the lamp anticlockwise Fit replacement lamp 25W 300 C rated SES refit dome WARNING To avoid electric shocks please ensure that the electricity supply to the appliance is switched off and the appliance is fully cold before removing the lamp lens 21 Care and Cleaning CLEANING THE DOORS SIDE OPENING DOORS DROP DOWN DOORS 22 Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated with a heat reflective laver Do not use scouring pads or abrasive powder which will scratch the glass Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to anv sharp mechanical blows Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fi
29. tic foil or plastic containers on the hob leave the hotplates or cooking areas switched On unless they are being used We recommend not to place large preserving pans or fish kettles across two heating areas leave utensils partly covering the heated areas Always ensure that they are placed centrally over the heated areas and have the same diameter as the heating area used We recommend not to use a utensil with a base diameter greater than 25cm lOins Pressure cookers or other large pans should be used on the front cooking areas Always ensure that saucepan handles are positioned safely 1 3 Choosing Vour Utensils Donot useutensils with rough bases Do not use lightweight utensils with thin distorted or uneven bases Do not use lightweight enamelled steel utensils Do not use cast iron utensils Do not use utensils with recessed scrolled or ridged bases Do not use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than mm as this will reduce the performance of the hob Do not use a utensil with a convex base Donot use glass ceramic utensils Do not use use lightweight saucepans with plain thin copper bases on ceramic or halogen hot plates Note All copper pans are excellent conductors of heat and are hard wearing and strong but need quite a lot of care They can be very heavy and do not usually have completely flat bases The interiors are usually lined with a different material such as tin A stainless steel pan with
30. uitable for different types of hobs and cookers Remember pans should be good quality with smooth flat bases For any further information refer to manufacturers instructions es Aluminium Stainless steel with single layer copper base x l Stainless steel with sandwich bases of V suitable Xunsuitable b Not be rimmed p Not be deepiv ridged Q But essentiallv Flat aluminium and stainless or aluminium care should be taken and copper when using any pans Enamelled steel on these surfaces not to scratching Enamelled based cast iron UY With Extra Care Toughened glass or ceramic glass Mild steel Ferro magnetic or stainless with a magnetic sandwich base 12 Hotplates General Information Notes Do Not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking utensil as this will result in damage to the surface of the hob use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to the smooth surface of the hob drag or slide utensils on the hob surface as this will cause scratches in the surface of the hob allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob surround place anything between the base of the utensil and the ceramic hob e g do not use asbestos mats aluminium or wok stand Se Lt leave any utensils food or combustible items on the hob when it is not in use place aluminium or plas
31. ure 9 Ensure that fruit and vegetables are cut into even sized small pieces to cook properly 10 Always adjust seasoning before serving 11 If using dried red kidney beans it is important that the beans are soaked and then boiled fora minimum of 10 minutes before using in any dish to destroy any toxins 12 When cooking fish or egg dishes it may be necessary to check during cooking to avoid overcooking Care and Cleaning Ceramic hob Grill Control Panel Decorative Trims Ovens Oven Shelf Supports Oven Lamp Replacement To reduce the amount of cleaning alwavs ensure that the hob and cooking utensils are clean and drv before use Regular use of cleaner conditioner is recommended for proper care and protection of the hob surface Apply conditioner before using the hob for the first time It contains a mild cleaning agent so that subsequent applications mav clean off soil and applv a protective film at the same time For stubborn stains or heavv soiling use anv of the following materials and finish off with conditioner 1 Cif non scratch scouring cream 2 Liquid Gumption Kitchen Cleanser 3 Special Powder Cleanser Powder Cleanser Mineral deposits that are present in hard water and some foods mav cause discolourations that appear in the form of grev or brown stains The stains sometimes appear to be in or under the glass surface If there are some persistent stains after using any of the other recommended cl
32. used free standing Adjacent side walls which project above hob level must not be nearer to the cooker than 150mm and should be protected by heat resistant material Any overhanging surface or cooker hood should not be nearer than 650mm Before moving your cooker check that it is cool and switch off at the cooker control unit Movement of your cooker is most easily achieved by lifting the front as follows Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the oven roof avoiding any grill elements Note Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy Take care to ensure that any floor covering is not damaged Splashplate optional apply to Parts Department see Back Cover for contact number Safetv Information When used properlv vour appliance is completelv safe but as with anv electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING VOUR APPLIANCE Alwavs Remove all packing from inside the oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time Understand the controls prior to using the appliance Keep children awav from the appliance when grilling as the surfaces will get extremelv hot during and after use Turn controls off when vou have finished cooking and when not in use Stand back when opening an oven door to allow anv build up of steam or heat to disperse Use drv good qualitv oven gloves when rem
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