Hotpoint SC98 Oven User Manual
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1. Kitchen think Instructions for Installation and Use Electric Multifunction Oven Models ST98 SD98 SC98 The Recipe Book Hotpoint has come up with a small recipe book which is practical full of helpful tips and easy to use to help you rediscover the delights of cooking It contains a wide variety of handy tips to keep in mind to try out new dishes effortlessly It also has 15 recipes preprogrammed into the oven so thanks to the interactive display once you have done the preparation all you have to do is make one simple selection 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 For Your Safety Know your Oven The Controls Setting the Oven to Switch On and Off Automatically The Accessories Cooking Advice A Few Examples of Cooking on One Level Care and Cleaning Fast Clean Installation Electrical Connection Troubleshooting After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Key Contacts Retention of this Instruction Book O O O ost 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 Back Cover This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance If you sell or pass the appliance t2. ble based side dishes like courgettes aubergines peppers etc This mode can also be used to thaw red or white meat fish and bread by setting the temperature to 80 C To thaw more delicate foods set the thermostat to 60 C Pizza Position knob C between 40 C and 250 C The heating elements bottom and circular are turned on to heat the oven up quickly Your pizzas and tarts will benefit from a greater amount of heat from below thus guaranteeing the rapid baking of the dough during cooking Whilst the fan browns the surface as necessary making the food even more appetising Use the baking tray as a dish support and place it on the 1st shelf position from the oven bottom We recommend you pre heat the oven before placing your dishes in it Grill The top heating element comes on the grill goes red and emits infrared rays this cooking mode does not intend to heat up the air inside the oven but rather to expose the food directly to these rays Use this cooking mode with the oven door closed We recommend you start with the oven cold The amount of heat radiated is adjustable on the temperature selector Place the grill pan on one of the top shelf positions depending on the size of the food Gratin Only the top heating element comes on with the emission of infrared rays The forced circulation of air caused by the fan atthe back ofthe oven ensures the uniform distribution The Controls of hea
3. est and highest shelves receive the hot air directly and therefore delicate foodstuffs could be burnt on these shelves e Asa general rule use the 2nd and 4th shelf from the bottom placing the foodstuffs that require greater heat on the 2nd shelf from the bottom For example when cooking meat roasts together with other food place the roast on the 2nd shelf position from the bottom and the more delicate food on the 4th shelf position from the bottom e When cooking food that require differing times and temperatures set a temperature that is somewhere between the two temperatures required place the more delicate food on the 4th shelf position from the bottom and take the food requiring less time out of the oven first e Use the baking tray on the lower shelf position and the shelf on the upper 11 Using the Fast Cooking Mode Functional fast and practical for those of you who use frozen or pre cooked food along with other food items You will find useful suggestions in the Cooking Chart Using the Grill The 7 Chefs oven offers you several different grilling modes Use the m grill mode placing the food in the centre of the grill pan situated on the 3rd or 4th shelf from the bot tom because only the central part of the top heating ele ment is turned on To catch any fat and or grease that may drip from the shelf place the baking tray provided on the first shelf from the bottom When using this
4. mode we recommend you set the tem perature control to the highest setting Lower temperatures can also be set simply by setting the temperature control to the temperature required In models fitted with a rotisserie you can use the spit kit provided when using the grill mode In this case cook with the oven door shut placing the spit kit on the third oven shelf from the bottom and the dripping pan on the bottom shelf to collect any sauce and or dripping fat Setting x Gratin is extremely useful for grilling foods rapidly as the distribution of heat makes it possible not only to brown the surface but also to cook the bottom part Moreover it can also be used for browning foods at the end of the cooking process such as adding that gratin finish to pasta bakes When using this mode place the shelf on the 2nd or 3rd shelf position from the bottom see cooking table then to prevent fat and grease from dripping onto the bottom of the oven and thus smoke from forming place a baking tray on the 1st shelf position from the bottom Important always cook in Gratin mode with the oven door shut This will allow you both to obtain excellent re sults and to save on energy approximately 10 When using this mode we advise you to set the tempera ture control to 200 C as it is the most efficient way to use the grill which is based on the use of infrared rays How ever this does not mean you cannot use lower tempera
5. roast the lower the temperature setting Place the meat on the centre of the shelf and place the grill pan baking tray beneath it to catch the fat Make sure that the shelf is inserted so that it is in the centre of the oven If you would like to increase the amount of heat from below use the low shelf positions Cooking Pizza For best results when cooking pizza use setting for Pizza Mode Preheat the oven for at least 10 minutes Use a light aluminium pizza pan placing it on the shelf supplied with the oven If the baking tray is used this will extend the cooking time making it difficult to get a crispy crust Do not open the oven door frequently while the pizza is cooking If the pizza has a lot of toppings three or four we recommend you add the mozzarella cheese on top halfway through the cooking process If cooking on more than one shelf up to 2 we advise you to use the Multi cooking Mode as the Pizza Mode iK would heat the bottom shelf more than the others A FEW EXAMPLES OF COOKING ON ONE LEVEL Bread 1 kg loaf Multicooking 30 35 on backing tray C Savoury pasties Multicookin 200 C 20 25 2 on backing tra Yes YP g Depending on thickness 9 Way Cheese souffl Multicooking 200 C 30 40 Hirvaan a Sn backing Traditional 180 C 50 60 2 FA ane on packing tray Yes start with hot water Leg of lamb 210 C 1 hour for 1 5 2 kg Meat on shelf Potatoes au gratin o 40 45 2 Traditional Hapendin
6. to be cleaned Food residue encrusted onto the enamel coating inside the oven becomes charred and creates both smoke and pungent smells e Splashes of grease or overflows onto very hot surfaces create smoke Notice the appliance is fitted with a diagnosis system which detects any malfunctions The user is informed of the latter by messages such as e F nn nn a number comprising two digits in these cases you need to call for technical assistance as the oven is faulty e W nn nn number comprising two digits in these cases it is best to call for technical assistance as the oven has detected a malfunction although it contin ues to operate Energy Label Energy Label Directive 2002 40 CE of electric ovens Norm EN 50304 Energy consumption based on standard load Conventional Forced air convection wm 19 Note 20 Note TID After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709
7. 066066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance Available 364 days a year with a fast effective and value for money service We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover O Kitchen Cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all available on our web site at SERVICECENTRE www theservicecentr
8. 10 15 2 Yes backing tray X Y in the Shelf level column X shelf or spit rod at level X Y baking tray at level Y to catch the roasting juices wo wo Q Reminder always place the shelf with the indentations facing downwards Care and Cleaning Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before all operations Inside the oven We recommend you clean your oven each time you use it especially after cooking roasts In fact it is advisable to prevent food residue from building up during cooking the residue would be re cooked each time the oven is used and would char and release smoke and unpleasant odours Oven exterior Clean the enamelled or stainless steel exterior surfaces of your oven using a sponge soaked in soapy water making sure you rinse and dry these thoroughly without using abrasive or corrosive products which could damage them Stainless steel Rinse stainless steel parts and dry them thoroughly using a soft cloth Use a specific non abrasive product to remove tougher stains DO NOT use aluminium foil to line the bottom of the oven To avoid having to clean the bottom of the oven you must never be tempted to line it with some aluminium foil We strongly advise against this The aluminium foil sheet in direct contact with the heated enamel coating could melt and damage the enamel coating inside the oven irreversibly Cleaning the rotisserie and other accessories The
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10. aonwee and Fillets liquid enamelled tray Gratin ao a 2 1 Whole on shelf Yes Grill 2 1 Fish on shelf for grilling p Gratin 210 C Chicken Rotisserie grill 250 C i 1 hour for 2 1 Meat on shelf No 1 2 1 5kg 3 1 Rotisserie oven door shut a Roast pork 210 C 1 hour for 1kg No Roast veal 210 C 1 hour for 1kg No 2 2 Stuffed tomatoes Multicooking 200 C 20 25 za Tin on backing tray Yes Follow Follow instructions on E Frozen meals Fast cooking instructions on Tin on backing tray packet packet Z e a mem Profiteroles Pastry 200 C 20 25 2 Small NN Poesie Yes backing tray Creme caramel Traditional 180 C 0 2 naval ames In Daln Yes marie start with hot water Sponge cake 190 C 0 Aluminium tin on backing tray Macaroons Pastry 180 C wo 2 on backing tray Yes Depending on thickness White meringues Pastry 70 80 C neu 2 Drying small meringues Yes Depending on thickness Blond meringues Pastry 110 C enol 2 Drying small meringues Yes Depending on thickness a 20 25 Baked apples Multicooking 210 C Depending on thickness Tin on backing tray Shortbread biscuits Pastry 190 C 10 15 on backing tray Apple tart Pizza 220 C 0 Cake tin on backing tray ae a i Aluminium baking tin on Shortbread biscuits Ventilated oven 190 C 10 15 2 Yes backing tray Jam tart Ventilated oven 190 C 15 25 2 oe een Yes backing tray ok A i Aluminium baking tin on Savoury biscuits Ventilated oven 190 C
11. ce it with another featuring the same characteristics voltage 230 240 W wattage 25 W type E 14 Replace the glass cover and ensure you reposition the seal correctly compartment Glass door Fast clean Safety Infast clean mode the temperature inside the oven reaches 500 which is necessary for the destruction of food and fat residue as illustrated below Given this high temperature your oven is fitted with some safety devices the oven door is locked automatically as soon as the temperature reaches 125 C in order to avoid risks of burns the heating elements are no longer powered if an anomaly occurs Note When looking through the oven door you may notice some particles that light up when they are destroyed by pyrolysis upon contact with the heating elements this is simply spontaneous combustion it is extremely normal and without danger Precautions to be taken before performing the fast clean process 1 Try to remove the larger food residue from inside the oven using a wet sponge We highly advise against the use of detergents or all other products recommended for cleaning ovens 2 Remove all the accessories from the oven they are not designed to withstand such high temperatures What s more some of these accessories would alter the result of the pyrolytic self cleaning process and obstruct the circulation of heat inside the oven The accessories can easily be cleaned like everyday
12. crockery and are dishwasher proof 3 Don t leave any tea towels on the oven door handle Warning the oven surfaces may get hot during the fast clean process keep children well away 15 How to start the cleaning process e Take all the accessories out of the oven Remove the toughest grease and food spots and especially all substantial overflows in order to avoid the creation of flames or smoke e Shut the oven door e Turn the function selector B and set it to FAST CLEAN e The cleaning process takes approximately 90 minutes You can set the duration of the cleaning cycle 60 90 120 minutes depending on the degree of soil of your oven e Press key 4 to start the cycle Just as for cooking you can set a fast clean cycle with a delayed start 52 The oven door is locked automatically as soon as you Start a fast clean cycle 52 The key indicator light flashes while the door is being locked and the cycle time gradually decreases The indicator light stops flashing and stays on as soon as the oven door is locked As long as the temperature inside the oven stays below 125 C you can unlock the oven door by pressing key 3 for 3 seconds The door is unlocked immediately If you forget to relock the oven door again the latter will be locked automatically as soon as the temperature inside the oven reaches 325 C What happens at the end of the fast clean cycle The programmer beeps and the word END comes up o
13. e co uk Guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web site at www theservicecentre co uk and where necessary we will arrange foran engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use _ Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our own service engineers mann SINO For pre purchase in
14. ed of the air outlet is approximately half the speed of air outlet during cooking lf there is a hob above the oven the cooling fan may switch itself on automatically to protect the electronic components even if the appliance has been switched off Note When cooking is done the fan stays on until the oven cools down sufficiently How To Choose a Cooking Mode Function or a Pre Set Recipe Turn the function selector B clockwise to choose from the default cooking modes or from the pre entered recipes available see the recipe book For each cooking mode the display will indicate the following e the cooking mode name or that of the recipe e the cooking mode number or that of the recipe e the default temperature e the heat sources Should the recommended temperature not be to your liking you can always adjust it using control C Each cooking mode is also associated with a recommended cooking time which you can modify from one minute to 10 hours by pressing button 2 and then turning control C to set it to the desired value The cooking time can be adjusted until the scrolling wording disappears completely from the display panel The selected cooking time does not include the time required for preheating the oven To start cooking press cooking start button 4 With the exception of the Fast cooking and Grill modes the oven will now begin the pre heating stage during which you may still e change the tempe
15. formation on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk Recycling amp Disposal Information ra 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 Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut za Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Serial number f Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 General Domestic Appliances Limited Morley Way Peterborough P
16. lockwise until the word OFF appears on the display panel The accessories Your oven offers you many differing cooking modes These can only be achieved thanks to a number of accessories which we have chosen for you These accessories slide in and out of the different shelf positions inside your oven and can thus be positioned according to the individual cooking requirements of differing foods and dishes The grill pan baking tray Use it e asagrill pan or baking tray There is a grid to grill food on which fits into the grill pan e asa dish support for all dishes when cooking on one rack only and in Bain Marie cooking e as a support for food mini cup cakes etc e asa drip tray to catch juices and fat dripping from food situated on the rod shelf We advise against using the baking tray grill pan on the 4th and 5th shelf positions from the oven bottom The large rod shelf Always use this with the edges upwards and together with the grill pan e When itis positioned on the 2 shelf position from the oven bottom it acts as a meat support with the grill pan placed on the 1st shelf position from the bottom to catch any dripping fat or juices e When it is positioned on the top shelf position depending on the size of the foodstuff for grilled food the grill pan is to be placed on the 1st shelf position from the oven bottom to catch any dripping fat or juices e When it is positioned on the top shelf position for cooki
17. n the display Press key 4 to stop the beeping the word END disappears and the key indicator light flashes You may only open the oven door after the temperature inside the oven has dropped sufficiently You will notice some white dust deposits on the bottom and sides of the oven remove them with a damp sponge when the oven has cooled down completely If on the other hand you want to take advantage of the heat accumulated during the process to start cooking the dust can stay where it is it is completely harmless and will not affect your food INSTALLATION The appliance must be installed only by a qualified person in compliance with the instructions provided The manufacturer declines all responsibility for improper installation which may harm persons and animals and damage property Important The power supply to the appliance must be cut off before any adjustments or maintenance work is done on it Installation of Built in Ovens In order to ensure that the built in appliance functions prop erly the cabinet containing it must be appropriate The figure below gives the dimensions of the cut out for installation N B Installation in compliance with the consumption declaration under the counter or in a wall cabinet unit 595 mm _595 mm oo ad In order to ensure adequate ventilation the back panel of the cabinet unit must be removed Installing the oven so that it rests on two strips of wood is preferable If
18. n the display panel Press button 3 again to select the desired language Setting the clock The clock can only be set if the oven is turned off After the appliance has been connected to the power supply or following a power failure the clock displays a flashing 12 00 or the last time memorised The time can be changed by pressing button 1 and resetting the clock using knob C which you can modify only whilst the scrolling writing crosses the display Setting the date To update the date press and hold down button 1 until the word YEAR comes up on the display Update the year by turning knob C and then press button 1 to set the month again using knob C Press button 1 again to set the day using knob C Press button 1 to memorise the date set Minute Minder Feature The timer can only operate when the oven is turned off Please remember that the timer does not control the starting or stopping of the oven it merely sounds a buzzer when the time is up and can be interrupted at any time just by pressing a button To set the Minute Minder press button 2 and then make the necessary adjustment using knob C Press button 4 to start the timer At all times during the Minute Minder operation you may e adjust its duration using knob C e stop the countdown by pressing button 4 for approximately 3 seconds or turning knob B anti clockwise e enable disable the control panel lock by pressing button 2 for at leas
19. ng on more than one shelf We advise against placing meat directly onto the grill pan when using the gratin mode as the fat and juices heated from below in this particular cooking mode could in fact char and splash onto the oven inside panels and create smoke 10 The rotisserie Spit cradle Prong F Spit handle This accessory is ideal for roasting meats as it rotates the meat slowly and browns uniformly until cooking is finished It is comprised of the following a support situated on the 3 shelf position from the oven bottom so the rotisserie fits into the hollow shaft of the rotisserie motor located atthe back of the oven behind the perforated oven back panel a spit that passes through the roast which is kept firmly in place on both ends by two adjustable sliding forks each fastened onto the spit by means of a wing nut Warning when positioning the rotisserie assembly ensure the spit fits firmly into the hollow shaft connected to the motor Make sure you position the following correctly the spit in the centre of the roast the roast at an equal distance from both ends of the spit a removable handle made of insulating material to screw onto the front of the spit allows you to have a rotisserie which is long enough for even the largest of roasts to avoid scalding yourself when removing the roast at the end of cooking Screw on the handle tightly to take out the spit the handle sho
20. ning the function selector B Traditional Position knob C between 40 C and 250 C The top and bottom heating elements are used In this mode the coolest part of the oven is the centre The con vection oven is best for cooking dishes made up of several ingredients e g tender veal strips with rice braised meats stews goulash etc and dishes that need to cook slowly and require basting or the addition of liquid and cooking using covered casserole dishes for oven baking When cooking in convection mode only use one baking tray or shelf at a time otherwise the heat distribution will be uneven Using the different shelf position available you can balance the amount of heat between the top and the bottom of the oven Select from among the various shelf positions based on whether the dish needs more or less heat from the top Pastry Position knob C between 40 C and 250 C Only the circular heating element and the fan come on to provide delicate heat suitable for baking cakes and pastries such as brioches chocolate cake fruitcake sponge cake mini cup cakes meringues etc In this case use the grill pan as a dish support and place it on the 2 shelf position from the oven bottom We recommend you pre heat the oven before placing your dishes in it Fast cooking Position knob C between 40 C and 250 C The combination of all the heating elements together with the fan guarantee
21. o someone else or move house and leave it behind make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from GDA LTD Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Introduction Your new electric oven 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 booklet carefully The oven is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation Note When the oven is first used an odour may be omitted this will cease after a short period of use To help remove the new smell heat the empty oven to maximum temperature for a minimum of two to three hours keeping the door s closed Ensure that the room is well ventilated eg open a window or use an extractor fan and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased This odour is due to any temporary finish on oven linings and elements and any moisture absorbed by the insulation The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance a Has been used solely in accordance with this booklet b Has been properly connected
22. ollow the instructions below e select the cooking mode by turning the function selector B and the temperature by turning control C e set the cooking time by pressing button 2 The recommended cooking time comes up on the display and you can adjust this by turning control C Please remember that the time entered does not include the necessary pre heating stage e set the end cooking time by pressing button 1 Turn control C until the display panel features the time you want the food to be ready The display panel will feature the end cooking time and the start time is calculated by subtracting the cooking time as well as the time necessary for the oven to preheat automatically calculated by the appliance according to the cooking mode selected After these selection procedures the display panel will show the time at which preheating will commence where required and that at which cooking will finish The latter can still be altered up until the cooking mode and temperature reappear on the display panel Any incorrect data can be corrected simply by repeating the above instructions This information will now be remembered until you press start or turn selector 2 e press button 4 to start the programme To modify the settings made press button 4 for approximately 3 seconds and repeat the above procedures To cancel a cooking programme To cancel any programme which has been entered turn the function selector B antic
23. ower supply cable in the corresponding cable clamp and close the cover Power cable supply connection to the electrical mains We recommend you use a power supply cable which is long enough to allow you to take the oven out of its recess in the event of maintenance operations only use HAR H 05 RRF quality cables fitted with a plug conforming to the regulations in force The plug must be accessible at all times Unplug the appliance before all operations even when replacing the oven lamp Using the appliance without correct earthing is highly dangerous IMPORTANT After connecting the appliance to the flexible cable tighten all the screws on the terminal board This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives Low Voltage Equipment 73 23 EEC 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC 93 68 EEC 92 31 EEC Inner dimensions of the oven width 43 5cm depth 40 0cm height 32 0cm Inner volume of the oven 56 litres Voltage and frequency of power supply 230 240V 50 60Hz 2250 2400W Troubleshooting If your oven releases a lot of smoke during cooking e Make sure you have selected the correct cooking mode for the type of dish you want to prepare and that you have selected the right accessories and put the dish in the oven at the recommended rack height e Check the temperature selected is it too high for the type of cooking required e Check the degree of soil of the oven and whether it needs
24. rature by turning control C e change the cooking time by pressing button 2 and then turning control C e enable disable the control panel lock by pressing but ton 2 for at least 3 seconds see the paragraph entitled Locking and Unlocking the Control Panel e stop cooking and turn the oven off by turning the function selector B anti clockwise Note pre heating is performed automatically by the appli ance which sets the pre heating time according to the tem perature selected by the user The display panel will feature how long the oven will take to preheat before cooking starts The Controls Once the temperature set has been reached the oven starts the cooking stage in itself during which you may still e change the temperature by turning control C if you increase it by more than 25 C the oven returns to the pre heating mode e change the cooking time by pressing button 2 and then turning control C e enable disable the control panel lock by pressing but ton 2 for at least 3 seconds see the paragraph entitled Locking and Unlocking the Control Panel e stop cooking and turn the oven off by turning the function selector B anti clockwise Once cooking is finished the wording END READY will come up on the display and a buzzer will sound which will stop after 1 minute after you press a button or after you turn one of the two knobs Cooking mode description The cooking modes are selected by tur
25. rical outlet allow power cables of other appliances to come into contact with hot parts of this appliance expose the appliance to atmospheric agents such as rain or sunlight operate the appliance with wet hands operate the appliance when barefoot Know your Oven IONTOOU gt Control Panel Function Selector Cooking temperature time selection knob Electronic programmer Grill Pan Baking Tray Oven Shelf Guides for sliding the shelves or Grill Pan in and out OPNA End cooking time setting clock date Control panel lock timer set cooking time Language setting Start cooking stop cooking oven light display brightness Function description Function number Cooking time End cooking time Graduated temperature scale 10 Energy level for grill functions 11 Time or temperature Energy percentage 12 Electric elements in use 13 Clock display 14 Programmed cooking indicator The Controls The 7 Chefs oven combines the advantages of a convection oven with those of fan assisted models in a single appliance It is extremely versatile allowing you to choose easily and safely between different cooking modes The various features offered by the oven are selected by means of the function selector B situated on the control panel Setting Time and Date Selecting the language Press button 3 for a few seconds with the oven turned off The languages available appear in sequence o
26. rotisserie can be removed completely using the 2 wing nuts The elements comprising the rotisserie assembly should be cleaned together with the other accessories baking tray in the sink using a damp sponge and ordinary detergent or in your dishwasher Rubber Seal There is a rubber seal surrounding the oven opening which guarantees its perfect functioning Check the condition of this seal on a regular basis If necessary clean it using warm water and dry thoroughly DO NOT use abrasive products or objects to do so Should the seal become damaged please contact Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back page We recommend you avoid using the oven until it has been repaired 14 Disassembling the oven door The oven door can easily be removed to clean the space between the bottom of the door and the front of the oven To disassemble the door proceed as follows open the oven door fully lift up and turn the small levers situated on the two hinges shut the door but not completely grip the door on the two external sides and pull it towards you pulling it out of its seat Reassemble the door by following the above procedures in reverse order ST SD 98 Replacing the oven lamp Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before all operations With the aid of a narrow flat item such as a screwdriver or a spoon handle etc remove the glass cover Unscrew the lamp and repla
27. s a uniform distribution of heat throughout the oven This particular cooking mode is ideal for fast cooking not requiring any pre heating and for cooked dishes frozen pre cooked food In this case use the grill pan as a dish support and place it on the 2nd shelf position from the oven bottom amp Multicooking Position control C between 40 C and 250 C Allthe heating elements are activated alternately and the fan comes on Since the heat remains constant and uni form throughout the oven the air cooks and browns food uniformly over its entire surface With this mode you can also cook various dishes at the same time as long as their respective cooking temperatures are the same A maxi mum of 2 shelves can be used at the same time following the instructions in the section entitled Cooking On More Than One Shelf This cooking mode is particularly recommended for dishes requiring a gratin finish or for those requiring considerably prolonged cooking times Moreover the excellent heat distribution makes it possible to use lower temperatures when cooking roasts This re sults in less loss of juices meat which is more tender and a decrease in the loss of weight for the roast The Multi cooking mode is especially suited for cooking fish which can be prepared with the addition of a limited amount of condiment thus maintaining their flavour and appearance Excellent results can be attained when cooking vegeta
28. t 3 seconds see the paragraph entitled Locking and Unlocking the Control Panel Locking and Unlocking the Control Panel This option enables the user to lock all the buttons and knobs We especially advise you to use this option if there are children present To enable the control panel lock press button 2 for a few seconds The word LOCKED comes up on the display To restore the usual commands to the appliance just press button 2 again for a few seconds The word UNLOCKED will come up on the display Selecting the display panel brightness To update the date press and hold down button 4 until the word BRIGHTNESS comes up on the display Turn knob C clockwise anticlockwise to increase decrease the brightness of the display panel A few seconds after this selection the oven will be ready for further instructions The oven light At any time including during pre heating and cooking you can turn the oven light on or off by pressing button 4 When the oven is turned off the light turns off automatically 10 minutes after the last instructions were entered onto the control panel Cooling ventilation In order to reduce the external temperature of the oven this appliance has been equipped with a cooling fan During cooking the fan is always on and a normal flow of air can be heard exiting between the oven door and the control panel In order to raise the temperature inside the oven more quickly during pre heating the spe
29. t throughout the latter and all foods thus benefit from the following at the same time e the infrared rays are excellent for sealing in the tenderness and juices in meat e the hot air allows the food to be cooked thoroughly via conduction This cooking mode is recommended when cooking roasts red or white meats and for poultry Place the shelf on the 2 shelf position from the oven bottom as a support for the meat and the grill pan on the 1st shelf position from the bottom to catch any dripping fat or juices Always place your food in the oven when it is cold Rotisserie Your appliance is fitted with a rotisserie which can be used with the grill and gratin modes Always keep the oven door shut when using the rotisserie and start with the oven cold in order to avoid scalding yourselves when positioning the spit Place the grill pan on the 1st shelf position from the bottom to catch any dripping fat or juices and position the rotisserie on the 3 shelf position from the oven bottom please see the next paragraph for instructions on positioning the rotisserie When using the grill or gratin modes remember to keep children away from the accessible parts of the appliance as they become very hot E Fast Clean This process cleans the oven fully For further details on the oven s fast clean properties please see Fast Clean section Setting the Oven to Switch On and Off Automatically To programme the cooking mode f
30. the oven rests on a continuous flat surface there must be an aperture of at least45x560mm The panels of the adjacent cabinets must be made of heat resistant material In particular cabinets with a veneer exterior must be assembled with glues which can with stand temperatures of up to 100 C In compliance with current safety standards contact with the electrical parts of the oven must not be possible once it has been installed All parts which ensure the safe operation of the appliance must be removable only with the aid of a tool For the correct centring of your appliance position the 4 tabs on the sides of the oven in correspondence with the 4 holes on the perimeter of the frame In particular if the cabinet side panel e is 20 mm thick the removable part of the tab must be removed Fig A e is 18 mm thick use the first groove which is factory set Fig B e is 16 mm thick use the second groove Fig C To fasten the oven to the cabinet open the door of the oven and attach it by inserting the 4 wood screws into the 4 holes located on the perimeter of the frame INSTALLATION Fastening the oven to the cabinet 1 Place brackets A up against the oven support B 2 Place the tabs C up against brackets A In particular if the cabinet side panel e is 16mm thick mount the tab so that the number 16 it features is facing you e is 18 mm thick mount the tab so that the part without an
31. to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the rating plate attached to the appliance c Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by any person other than the manufacturers authorised employee or agent d Has been correctly installed For Your Safety When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed PLEASE READ THE BELOW PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE To maintain the efficiency and safety of this appliance we recommend you do the following only call the Service Centres authorised by the manufacturer always use genuine spare parts ALWAYS make sure you remove all packaging and literature from inside the appliance before switching on for the first time check the soundness of the appliance after it has been unpacked make sure you understand the controls before using the appliance keep children away from the appliance during use as surfaces will get extremely hot during and after cooking Care should be taken to avoid touching the heating elements inside the oven during use make sure the controls are turned off when you have finished cooking and when not in use grip the handle in the centre when opening the door stand back when opening the door to allow any build up of steam or heat to disperse use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items take care to a
32. tures simply by adjusting the temperature control to the desired temperature Cooking Advice Baking Cakes When baking cakes always preheat the oven Make sure you wait until the oven has preheated thoroughly the red oven indicator light E will go out Do not open the oven door during baking to prevent the cake from dropping In general if Pastry is too dry Increase the temperature by 10 C and reduce the cooking time Pastry has dropped Use less liquid or lower the temperature by 10 C Pastry is too dark on top Place it on a lower shelf lower the temperature and increase the cooking time It is cooked well on the inside but sticky on the outside Use less liquid lower the temperature and increase the cooking time The pastry sticks to the pan Grease the pan well and sprinkle it with a dusting of flour or use greaseproof paper You used more than one shelf in the fan assisted oven mode and they are not all at the same cooking point Use a lower temperature setting It is not necessary to remove the food from all the shelves at the same time 12 Cooking Fish and Meat When cooking white meat fowl and fish use temperature settings from 180 C to 200 C For red meat that should be well done on the outside while tender and juicy in the inside it is a good idea to start with a high temperature setting 200 C 220 C for a short time then turn the oven down afterwards In general the larger the
33. uld be removed from the spit during cooking Rotisserie timer This oven is fitted with a rotisserie timing device When cooking is finished the rotisserie motor continues to turn the spit and only comes to a stop when the temperature inside the oven has dropped sufficiently this prevents the surface of the meat from burning When cooking is finished leave the function selector set to the cooking mode under way and set the temperature selector back to the minimum setting Cooking Advice The oven offers a wide range of alternatives which allows you to cook any type of food in the best possible way With time you will learn to make the best use of this versatile cooking appliance and the following are only a guide which may be varied according to your own personal taste Cooking on More Than One Shelf If you have to cook food on several shelves use either the pastry mode or the x Multi cooking mode as these are the only modes that allow you to do so When cooking delicate food on more than one shelf use the pastry mode which allows you to cook on 3 shelves at the same time the 1st 3rd and 5th from the bottom Some examples are included in the Cooking Chart When cooking other food on several shelves use the Multi cooking mode x keeping the following sugges tions in mind e The oven is fitted with 5 shelves During fan assisted cooking use two of the three central shelves the low
34. void heat steam burns when operating the controls switch off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow to cool before cleaning or performing maintenance make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven keep the door closed when the appliance is not in use 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 any ventilation slots clear of obstructions NEVER attempt to install or repair the appliance without the assistance of qualified personnel remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to burst use the appliance to heat up anything other than food use the appliance as a room heater use the grill to warm plates dry items on the oven doors install the appliance next to curtains of other soft furnishings allow children to play with or tamper with the controls use steam cleaners use the oven for storage purposes use flammable liquids near the appliance use adapters multiple sockets and or extension leads pull on the appliance or the supply able to unplug it from the elect
35. y wording is facing you e is 20 mm thick do not mount the tab 3 Fasten the brackets and tabs on the oven cabinet side panel using screws D 4 Fasten the oven to the cabinet using the screws and plastic washers E 17 Electrical Connection Electrical connection The electrical connection to the mains must be made on the appliance The power voltage and frequency are as indicated on the rating plate WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Mounting the power supply cable To open the terminal board e Using a screwdriver press on the tabs situated on each side of the terminal board cover e Pull open the terminal board cover To mount the power supply cable proceed as follows e Unscrew the cable clamp screw and the contact SCrews e Position the jumpers accordingly to the type of connection you wish to make as per the diagrams below e Note The jumpers are factory set for a 230V single phase connection Electrical Connections 1 2 3 4 5 L N Voltage Frequency 230 V 1 N 50Hz Fuse Section 32A 4mm You can connect your oven to the system means of a terminal board Refer to above information for the minimal cable sections and the calibration of the protective elements according to the connection If the appliance is installed with a junction box an omnipolar circuit breaker with a minimum contact opening of 3mm should be installed between the appliance and the mains 18 e Fasten the p
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