Westinghouse WVE9515SD - 90cm ELECTRIC BUILT-IN OVENS Manual

INTRODUCTION

Conditions of use
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
• Farm houses
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
• Bed and breakfast type environments please ensure you read the instruction manual fully before you call for service, or a full service fee could be applicable.

Please read this user manual carefully and store in a handy place for later reference.

The symbols you will see in this booklet have the following meanings:

This symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety.

This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging the appliance.

This symbol indicates tips and information about use of the appliance.

ENVIRONMENT
This symbol indicates tips and information about economical and ecological use of the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this user manual carefully and store in a handy place for later reference. Pass the user manual on to possible new owners of the appliance. Read the following carefully to avoid damage or injury.

NOTE: You must read these warnings carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you need assistance, contact your Customer Care Department. The manufacturer will not accept liability, should these instructions or any other safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.

General warnings

• This appliance must not be used as a space heater.
• In order to avoid fire, the appliance must be kept clean and vents kept unobstructed.
• Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance whilst it is in operation.
• Do not use or store flammable materials in this appliance storage drawer or near this appliance.
• Do not line the bottom of the oven with foil or cookware.
• Always use gloves when handling hot items inside the oven.
• Always turn the grill off immediately after use as fat left behind may catch fire.
• Do not modify this appliance.
• To maintain safe operation, it is recommended that the product be inspected every 5 years by an authorised service person.
• The cooking process must be supervised. A short term cooking process must be supervised continuously.
• Always clean the grill/oven dish after every use. Excessive fat build up may cause a fire.

Installation, cleaning and servicing warnings

• An authorised person must install this appliance. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained).
• Before using the appliance, ensure that all packing materials are removed from the appliance.
• In order to avoid any potential hazard, the enclosed installation instructions must be followed.
• Ensure that all specified vents, openings and airspaces are not blocked.
• Where the appliance is built into a cabinet, the cabinet material must be capable of withstanding 85°C.
• Only authorised personnel should carry out servicing. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained).
• Always ensure the appliance is switched off before cleaning or replacing parts.
• Do not use steam cleaners, as this may cause moisture build up.
• Always clean the appliance immediately after any food spillage.
• This appliance must be earthed.
• Due to the weight (built in 70kg) and size of cookers, 2 persons are required to manually manoeuvre them. Remove loose items such as oven racks and trays to minimise weight.
• Do not use the handle to lift the cooker, instead open the oven door and lift the roof of the oven cavity.
• Take care when lifting to avoid any sharp edges not intended for lifting.
• This cooker must not be installed with a cut-off timer.
• Disconnection in the fixed wiring must occur in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
• This appliance must be fixed in position or must be connected to the supply by a supply cord fitted with a male connector.

Oven

• During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching the hot surfaces inside the oven.
• Switch the appliance off at the isolating switch before removing the oven light glass for globe replacement.
• To avoid an accident, ensure that oven shelves and fittings are always inserted into the appliance in accordance with the instructions.
• Do not use the door as a shelf.
• Do not push down on the open oven door.
• Do not cover the grill insert with foil, as fat left there may catch fire.
• Always keep the grill dish and baking tray clean as any residual fat may catch fire.

Child safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• During use this appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching hot surfaces, e.g. oven door, heating elements etc.
• 
  Accessible parts will also become hot when in use. To avoid burns and scalds children should be kept away.

DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE

WVE9515SD Knob control electric oven

Control Panel

INSTALLATION OF THE APPLIANCE

Cabinet requirement

Models are designed to be built into cabinetry either below a benchtop or into a vertical cabinet.

• The cooker must be installed and serviced only by an authorised person.
• A Certificate of Compliance MUST be supplied to be kept by the customer.
• The packing materials must be removed before you install the cooker.
• The surrounding kitchen cabinets must be able to withstand 85°C. Electrolux WILL NOT accept responsibility for damage caused by installation into kitchen cabinets which cannot withstand 85°C.
• The vents, openings and air spaces MUST NOT be blocked.
• You MUST NOT lift or pull the cooker by the door handle.
• The cooker MUST be checked every five years.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door in order to avoid overheating.
• Due to the weight (70kg) and size of the cooker, 2 persons are required to install it.

To minimise the weight of the oven for easier installation, remove the oven door and oven internal accessory pack.

Locking tab up at normal position.

Press the locking tab down for removing the door.

Gently close the door until it comes to a stop. Then lift the door off the hinge.

Leveling the device

Place a level in the oven as below making sure the level sits on the front and rear forms.

Underbench installation

Your underbench oven looks best when the control panel is directly under the benchtop. An upper infill panel may be added if the cooktop placed above the benchtop is too deep.

Vertical cabinet installation

The oven can be built into a vertical cabinet in the same manner as an underbench. The required cavity dimensions are the same and the product is secured to the cabinet in the same way.

Unit dimensions

Cabinet construction for the unit

For the best integration within a kitchen, install this appliance in a cupboard that gives a flush fit with the surrounding cupboard fronts. A recess of 20mm is ideal.
NOTE: Your appliance must be mounted on a horizontal surface for the full width and depth of the product.
NOTE: A ventilation slot 20mm wide is required at the rear of the base of the cabinet floor.

*Refer to cooktop installation instructions for required clearance between cooktop and oven.

NOTE: If a powerpoint is fitted it must be accessible with the appliance installed.

WIRING REQUIREMENTS

The cooker MUST be installed in compliance with:

• Wiring connections in AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules.
• Local regulations, municipal building codes and other statutory regulations.

For New Zealand Only:
The cooking range must be connected to the supply by a supply cord fitted with the appropriately rated plug that is compatible with the socket-outlet fitted to the final sub-circuit in the fixed wiring that is intended to supply this cooking range.

Supply cord size required:
WVE9515SD - 2.5mm

The Data plate gives information about rating and is located behind the bottom of the oven door.

• A functional switch MUST be provided near the appliance in an accessible position (AS/NZS 3000).
• Wiring MUST be protected against mechanical failure (AS/NZS 3000).
• Disconnection in the fixed wiring must occur in accordance with the AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
• The cooker MUST be properly earthed.
• This range must be connected with cable of 75°C rating minimum.
• This product has passed the insulation resistance test after manufacture. If the resistance reading is low at installation, it is probably caused by moisture from the atmosphere being absorbed by the elements after the range has been produced. (pass at 0.01M AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules).

Note: When connections are made to a multi-phase 230/240V supply, the bridge piece MUST be removed from between the active connections.

Connecting to services and commissioning

This appliance must be installed by an authorised person, according to all codes and regulations of:

• ELECTRICAL supply authorities.
• Building regulations.
• Local government and council authorities.
• AS/NZS 5601.1.
• AS/NZS 3000.

Hard wiring detail

1. Remove terminal cover plate from rear panel of appliance.
2. Fit wires through hole in back panel below terminal cover.
3. Engage wires into plastic clip. Secure plastic clip with two long silver screws (supplied in separate bag).
   
4. Replace cover plate onto rear panel.

Electrical connection location - built-in models

MODEL	TOTAL KW
WVE9515SD	3.6

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

Preparing your appliance for the first time

• Please remove all internal boxes and bags from the oven before operation.
• Please wipe out the oven interior prior to operation with warm soapy water and polish dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not close the oven door until the oven is completely dry.
• New appliances can have an odour during first operation. It is recommended to 'run in' your oven before you cook for the first time. Run the oven at 180°C for 2 hours and ensure that the room is well ventilated.
• DO NOT line the oven with foil, it will damage the enamel.
• Prior to installing accessories, remove all packaging and remove plastic film from external panels.

Setting the time

After electrically connecting the appliance, you must set the time of the day before you can operate your oven.

Touch control electronic clock

Model WVE9515SD

1. After the appliance has been electrically connected "12.00" will be displayed and the "clock" indicator will flash.
   
2. To set the time of day, press or . 5 seconds after the last change, the "clock" indicator will disappear, confirming the time has been set.

NOTE: The clock has a 24-hour display.

INSTALLING YOUR UNIT ACCESSORIES

Fitting the shelves between the side rack wires

The shelves are designed so that they have maximum extension but cannot be accidentally pulled right out. To fit a shelf to side racks:

1. Locate the rear edge of the shelf in between guide rails of the side rack – see diagram.
2. Ensure the same rail positions on both sides of the oven are being engaged. With the front edge raised, begin to slide the shelf into the oven.
3. Once the detents have passed the front edge of the side rack, the shelf can be pushed completely in. When fully inserted the shelf should not interfere with the closed oven door.
   

Fitting grill dish and insert

Your oven comes with a full width grill dish and a grill insert. The grill dish insert is designed with flexibility to adjust distance between the food and the grill element.

Maximum grill power
Grill dish insert brings the food closer to the grill element. Suitable when maximum grill power is needed.

Moderate grill power
Food sits further away from the grill element. Suitable when moderate grill power is needed.

USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Understanding your unit functions

Rapid Heat/AirFry
This function can be either used for a quicker pre-heat of your oven or used to turn your oven into an AirFry for your frying needs. Heat comes from the elements surrounding the fans as well as the smaller element above the food. This will heat up your oven 30% faster.

Fan Forced
Heat comes from the elements surrounding the fans. The fans circulate the hot air around the oven cavity so that you can put your food in different places in the oven and still cook them at the same time. You can use the "Fan Force" function for multi-shelf cooking, reheating cooked foods, pastries and complete oven meals. It will cook at a lower temperature and be faster than baking. Please note that some variation in browning is normal.

Bake/Pizza
Heat comes from two elements, one above and one below the food. The bottom element is a clean heat element and is below the floor of the oven. Both elements are controlled by the thermostat and will turn on and off to maintain the set temperature. You can use the "Bake/Pizza" function for pizza and single trays of biscuits, scones, muffins, cakes, slices, casseroles, baked puddings, roasts and delicate egg dishes.

Base Heat
Heat comes from the element below the floor of the oven. The Element is controlled by the thermostat and will turn on and off to maintain the set temperature. The "Base Heat" function can be used to add extra browning to the bases of pizzas, pies and pastries. Cook in the lower half of the oven when you are using only one shelf. For best results, use silver or shiny trays.

Defrost
The "Defrost" function uses low temperature air that is circulated by the fans. You can defrost (thaw) your food before you cook it. You can also use "Defrost" to raise your yeast dough and to dry fruit, vegetables and herbs.

Fan & Grill
"Fan&Grill" offers you the benefits of both "Bake" and traditional "Grill" functions. The grill element turns on and off to maintain the set temperature while the fans circulate the heated air. The oven door remains closed for fan grill. You can use "Fan&Grill" for large cuts of meat to give you a result that is similar to "rotisserie" cooked meat. Put your food on a shelf in the second lowest shelf position. Put the grill dish on the lowest shelf position to catch any spills. When using "Fan&Grill" it is not necessary to turn the food over during the cooking cycle. Set the temperature to 180°C.

Grill
The "Grill" directs radiant heat from the powerful upper element onto the food. You can use the "Grill" function for tender cuts of meat, steak, chops, sausages, fish, cheese toasties and other quick cooking foods. Grill with the oven door closed. Preheat your grill for 3 minutes to get the best results. This will help seal in the natural juices of steak, chops etc. for a better flavour.

Maxi Grill
"Maxi Grill/Full Grill" directs radiant heat from 2 powerful upper elements onto the food. You can use the "Maxi Grill/Full Grill" function for tender cuts of meat, steak, chops, sausages, fish, cheese toasties and other quick cooking foods. Grill with the oven door closed. "Maxi Grill/Full Grill" allows you to take full advantage of the large grill dish area and will cook faster than normal "Grill". For best results it is recommended to preheat your grill for 3 minutes. This will help seal in the natural juices of steak, chops etc. for a better flavour.

Operating the touch control clock

Model WVE9515SD

Select the cooking function

Turn the function selector in any direction to the desired cooking function. The oven cavity light will come on.

Select the temperature

To set the temperature, turn the temperature selector in a clockwise direction to the desired setting. An indicator light in the display will come on.

A thermostat controls the temperature in your oven. When the temperature is reached, the heating source switches itself off and the indicator light goes out. When the oven temperature falls below the desired setting, the heating source switches on and the indicator light comes on again.

Once the food is cooked, turn the temperature selector back in an anti-clockwise direction. Do not force it right round in a clockwise direction as this will result in damage to the thermostat.

NOTE: The desired cooking function must be selected before the oven will operate.

Cooking with timer

1. On when timer is set
2. Time of day icon
3. Cook time icon
4. Minus
5. Touch to toggle through timer modes
6. Plus

Setting the time of day

Before the appliance can be used, the time must be set. After the appliance has been electrically connected, '12:00' will be displayed and the clock icon will flash.

To set the time of day in hours and minutes touch the or symbols. Refer to the diagram above.

5 seconds after the last change, the clock icon will disappear, confirming the time has been set. Once the time has been entered, the clock advances minute by minute.

NOTE: The clock has a 24 hour display.

Change the time of day (Daylight saving)

1. Press MODE until the clock icon begins flashing.
2. Press or to change the time. 5 seconds after the last change, the clock icon will disappear, confirming the time has been set.

Setting the timer

1. Touch the MODE symbol until the timer icon begins flashing.
2. Set the countdown time you want by using and . 5 seconds after the last change the timer icon will stop flashing and the countdown will start in minutes.
3. To stop the beeper, touch any symbol.
4. Maximum countdown time is 2hrs 30mins.

Setting the cooking duration

1. Check the clock displays the correct time of day.
2. Select the desired oven function and temperature. The oven indicator light will glow and the heating source will come on.
3. Press MODE until the cook time icon begins flashing.
4. Set the cooking duration you want by using or . 5 seconds after the last change, the cook time icon will stop flashing, and the time of day will be displayed.

NOTE: Do not forget to add preheating time if necessary.

To check or cancel settings

1. To check settings, touch the MODE symbol until the desired setting is displayed. The relevant icon will flash.
2. To cancel 'auto shut off', touch the MODE symbol until the cook time icon flashes. Touch and hold the symbol until the clock no longer reverses (at 0:00 a beep will be heard). This automatically cancels 'auto shut off'. If the temperature and function knobs are still at a setting, the oven will start once the cook time icon stops flashing. Because 'auto off' is cancelled the oven will continue to heat until it is manually turned off.

On completion of cooking

The oven will turn off, the timer will beep and the cook time icons will flash.

1. Turn the function and temperature controls to the off position.
2. Press or or MODE to stop the timer from beeping.

Switching the clock display ON and OFF

1. Press together and for 2 seconds to switch 'off' the display.
2. Press together and for 2 seconds to switch the clock display 'on' again.

NOTE: If a timer mode is set, then it is not possible to switch the display off.

COOKING TEST

Get to know your new oven with this 'Simple Test Cake'
Although we strive for a perfect performing oven, it's possible that there will be some variation in colour when baking. Therefore, we suggest this simple, easy and delicious to make Simple Test Cake, it can help you understand your new oven. All ovens do sometimes have hot or cold spots, therefore it is important to judge with your eye as you may require to rotate during baking.

'Simple Test Cake'
125g butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence
4 large eggs
2 cups self-raising flour
pinch of salt
4 tablespoons (80ml) full-cream milk

Method:

1. Butter base and sides of two 20cm straight-sided round or square cake pans. Then line the base with grease proof or baking paper.
2. Preheat oven to moderate '180ºC' (170ºC fan forced) and ensure oven shelf is in the centre position of oven.
3. Cream softened butter and sugar until light in colour.
4. Add vanilla essence.
5. Then eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Sift flour and salt into the mixture and beat until well combined.
7. Add milk and beat or stir to combine.
8. Spoon mixture equally between prepared cake pans.
9. Bake in preheated oven, middle shelf for about 25 to 35 minutes or until when tested with a fine cake skewer it comes out clean, or the edges of the cakes have come away slightly from the sides of the cake pans.
10. Remove from oven to wire cake rack and rest for 5 minutes before removing from cake pans. Cool completely.

To Serve: sandwich together with your favourite jam or conserve, and dust top with pure icing sugar.

NOTE: If desired substitute butter for either margarine or olive oil spread. Recipe is based on the Australian standard metric 250ml cup and 20ml tablespoon sets.

COOKING GUIDE

• For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes.
• Select the correct shelf location for food being cooked.
• The grill tray can be used in the oven as a baking dish.
• Make sure dishes will fit into the oven before you switch it on.
• Keep edges of trays at least 40mm from the side of the oven. This allows free circulation of heat and ensures even cooking.
• Do not open the oven door more than necessary.
• Do not place foods with a lot of liquid into the oven with other foods. This will cause food to steam and not brown.
• After the oven is turned off it retains the heat for some time. Use this heat to finish custards or to dry bread.
• Do not use a lot of cooking oil when roasting. This will prevent splattering oil on the sides of the oven and the oven door. Polyunsaturated fats can leave residue which is very difficult to remove.
• For sponges and cakes use aluminium, bright finished or non-stick utensils.
• Remove unnecessary trays or dishes when roasting or baking.

Shelf location

Your oven has 5 positions for mounting the shelves or grill dish carrier. These are numbered from 1 (the lowest shelf position) to 5 (the highest shelf position). See diagram.

To give maximum space above and below the shelves, load them in this way:

• When cooking with 1 shelf, use position 2 or 3.
• When cooking with 2 shelves, use position 1 and 3.
• When grilling use position 4 or 5.

NOTE: Use the oven efficiently, by cooking many trays of food at the same time e.g. 2 trays of scones, small cakes or sausage rolls.

Choosing the best unit settings

The following table is intended as a guide and experience may show some variation in cooking times necessary to meet individual requirements. We recommend that you preheat your oven for 30 minutes.

Modes without oven fan
FOOD		TEMPERATURE °C	OVEN SHELF POSITION*		TIME IN MINUTES
Scones	Plain or fruit	220	2 or 3		10 – 15
Biscuits	Rolled	170	3		13 – 18
	Spooned	190	3		13 – 18
	Shortbread biscuits	160	3		30 – 35
Meringues	Hard – individual	110	3		90
	Soft – individual	180	3		15 – 20
	Pavlova – 6 egg	110	3		75
Cakes	Cup cakes	190	2 or 3		15 – 20
	Sponge – 4 egg	180	2 or 3		20 – 30
	Shallow butter cake	180	3		25 – 30
Pastry – short crust	Cornish pasties	200	3		40 – 45
	Custard tart	200/180	3		Pastry 8/200 Whole tart 10/200 & 20/180
Pastry – choux	Cream puffs	210	3		25 – 30
Yeast goods	Bread	210	3		25 – 30
Modes with oven fan
FOOD		TEMPERATURE	OVEN SHELF POSITION*		TIME IN MINUTES
			SINGLE SHELF	MULTI SHELF
Scones	Plain or fruit	210	2 or 3	1 & 3	10 – 15
Biscuits	Rolled	150	2 or 3	1 & 3	13 – 18
	Spooned	180	2 or 3	1 & 3	13 – 18
	Shortbread	150	2 or 3	1 & 3	13 – 18
Meringues	Hard – individual	100	2 or 3	1 & 3	90
	Soft – individual	165	2 or 3	1 & 3	15 – 20
	Pavlova – 6 egg	100	2 or 3	1 & 3	75
Cakes	Cup cakes	180	2 or 3	1 & 3	15 – 20
	Sponge – 4 egg	170	2 or 3	1 & 3	20 – 30
	Shallow butter cake	170	2 or 3	1 & 3	25 – 30
	Rich fruit cake	170	2 or 3	1 & 3	60
Pastry – short crust	Cornish pasties	180	2 or 3	1 & 3	40 – 45
	Custard tart	190/170	2 or 3	1 & 3	20 – 30
	Whole tart				Pastry 8/190 Whole tart 10/190 & 20/170
Pastry – choux	Cream puffs	200	2 or 3	1 & 3	25 – 30
Yeast goods	Bread	200	3	1 & 3	25 – 30
Easy Bake Steam function
FOOD		WATER IN CAVITY WELL (ML)	TEMPERATURE °C	OVEN SHELF POSITION*	TIME IN MINUTES
Yeast goods	Bread loaves	200	180 - 200	2 or 3	35 - 45
	Bread rolls	200	190 - 210	2 or 3	20 - 25
	Gluten free bread	200	180 - 200	2 or 3	40 - 50
	Pizza (fresh)	200	210 - 220	2 or 3	15 - 20
	Focaccia	200	160 - 170	2 or 3	20 - 30
Biscuits	Rolled	200	160 - 170	2 or 3	10 - 15
	Spooned	200	160 - 170	2 or 3	10 - 15
Scones	Plain or fruit	200	200 - 210	2 or 3	10 - 15
Cake	Cupcakes	200	180	2 or 3	20 - 25
	Sponge – 4 eggs	200	170	2 or 3	20 - 30
	Shallow butter cake	200	170	2 or 3	25 - 30
Pastry – choux	Cream puffs	200	200	2 or 3	20 - 30
Puff pastry		200	200	2 or 3	15 - 20
Frozen croissants		200	170 - 180	2 or 3	15 - 25

* Counting from the bottom shelf up.

Roasting Meat

1. Place the meat in the oven and set the temperature between 180°C and 200°C. (It is recommended to wrap your meats in an oven roasting bag or foil to prevent fats and oils from splattering, making it easier to clean your oven.)
2. Use the grill (deep) dish and grill insert. Place the meat on the insert.
3. Do not pierce the meat, as this will allow juices to escape.
4. When the meat is cooked, take the roast out of the oven, wrap in aluminium foil and leave to stand for about 10 minutes. This will help retain the juices when the meat is carved. The table shows temperatures and cooking times for different kinds of meat. These may vary depending on the thickness or bone content of the meat.

MEAT	RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE		MINUTES PER KG
Beef	180°C – 200°C	Rare	35 – 40
		Medium	45 – 50
		Well done	55 – 60
Lamb	180°C – 200°C	Medium	40
		Well done	60
Veal	180°C – 200°C	Well done	60
Pork	180°C – 200°C	Well done	60

Roasting poultry and fish

1. Place the poultry or fish in an oven set at a moderate temperature of 180°C.
2. Place a layer of foil over the fish for about three quarters of the cooking time.

NOTE: The table shows temperatures and cooking times for different kinds of fish and poultry. These may vary depending on the thickness or bone content of the meat.

POULTRY & FISH	RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE	MINUTES PER KILOGRAM
Chicken	180°C – 200°C	45 – 50
Duck	180°C – 200°C	60 – 70
Turkey	180°C – 200°C	40 – 45 (<10kg)
		35 – 40 (>10kg)
Fish	180°C – 200°C	20

Grilling Guide

Always clean the grill/oven dish after every use. Excessive fat build up may cause a fire. Grilling is conducted with the oven door closed

As a method of cooking, grilling can be used to:

• Enhance the flavours of vegetables, fish, poultry and meat.
• Seal the surface of the food and retain the natural juices.

This table shows how to grill different types of meat:

Beef	Tenderloin, rump, sirloin. Brush with oil or melted butter, especially if the meat is very lean.
Lamb	Loin chops, short loin chops, chump chops, and forequarter chops. Remove skin or cut at intervals to stop curling. Brush with oil or melted butter.
Sausages	Prick sausages to stop skin from bursting.
Poultry	Divide into serving pieces. Brush with oil.
Fish	Brush with oil or melted butter and lemon juice.
Bacon	Remove rind. Grill flat.

Guide to better grilling

Steak	15 – 20 minutes
Chops	20 – 30 minutes
Fish	8 – 10 minutes
Bacon	4 – 5 minutes

No definite times can be given for grilling because this depends on your own tastes and the size of the food. These times should only be used as a guide and remember to turn the food over halfway through the cooking process.

For better grilling results, follow these easy instructions:

1. Preheat grill for at least 5 minutes.
2. Choose only prime cuts of meat or fish. If the cut is less than 5mm thick it will dry out. If the cut is more than 40mm thick, the outside may burn whilst the inside remains raw.
3. Do not place aluminium foil under the food as this prevents fats and oils from draining away, which could result in a fire.
4. Baste the food during cooking with butter, olive oil or marinade. Grilled food is better if marinated before cooking.
5. Use tongs to turn food as a fork pierces the surface and will let juices escape.

Fan&Grill

The "Fan&Grill" function assists the grilling process by circulating the heat evenly around the food. The recommended temperature setting is 180°C for all fan grilling functions.

1. Place the grill dish on the bottom rack.
2. Place meat/poultry on an oven shelf above the grill dish.
3. Wipe off any oil or fat which spatters while the oven is still warm.

DEALING WITH COOKING PROBLEMS

(see also TROUBLESHOOTING)

PROBLEM	CAUSES	REMEDIES
Uneven cooking:	Incorrect shelf position.	Select shelf that puts food in the centre of the oven.
	Trays not centralised. Air flow in oven uneven. Grill/Baking dish affecting thermostat.	Centre trays. Rotate food during cooking. Remove Grill/Baking dish from oven on bake modes.
Baked products too brown on top:	Oven not preheated. Baking tins too large for the recipe. Baking tins not evenly spaced.	Preheat the oven. Use correct size tins. Stagger baking tins at least 3cm between tins and the oven walls.
	Products not evenly sized or spaced on trays. Baking temperature too high.	Make into same size and shape, & spread evenly over trays. Lower the temperature.
Baked products too brown on bottom:	Baking tins too large for the recipe. Baking tins are dark metal or glass.	Use correct size tins. Change to shiny, light tins or lower the temperature by 10°C.
	Food too low in the oven. Oven door opened too frequently during baking. Baking temperature too high. Grill/Baking dish affecting thermostat.	Cook one shelf higher. Don't open the oven door until at least half the cooking time has passed. Lower the temperature. Remove Grill/Baking dish from oven on bake modes.
Cakes have a cracked, thick crust:	Baking temperature too high. Food too high in oven. Cake batter over mixed.	Lower the temperature. Cook one shelf lower. Mix just long enough to combine ingredients.
	Pan too deep.	Check size of pan and use recommended size.
	Baking pans dark.	Change to shiny pans.
Baked products are pale, flat and undercooked:	Baking temperature too low. Food too low in oven. Baking time too short. Incorrect tin size.	Raise the temperature. Cook one shelf higher. Increase cooking time. Use correct size tin.
Cakes fallen in the centre:	Baking temperature too low. Baking time too short. Proportions of ingredients incorrect in the recipe. Opening door too early in baking.	Raise the temperature. Increase cooking time. Check recipe. Do not open the door until the last quarter of cooking time.
Roast meat and potatoes not browning in fan oven:	Poor hot air circulation.	Elevate food onto a rack to allow air circulation.
	Grill/Baking dish affecting thermostat.	Remove Grill/Baking dish from oven on bake modes.
Juices running out of meat:		Do not pierce meat with fork, turn with tongs.
Grilled meats overcooked on outside and raw in the centre:		Grill at lower insert position.
Grilled chops and steaks curling:		Cut into fat every 2cm (1").

CLEANING YOUR UNIT

• Always switch off power to the oven before cleaning.
• Do not line the bottom of the oven with foil or cookware.
• Do not use steam cleaners.

Stainless steel

The oven door trim and the control panel are decorated with a special stainless steel that resists finger marks and should only be cleaned with warm water and a mild detergent. Do not use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive cleaners or harsh solvents on these parts.

NOTE: Make sure you follow the polish or brushing lines in the stainless steel.

• All grades of stainless steel can stain, discolour or become greasy. You must clean these regularly by following the procedures below if you want your appliance to look its best, perform well and have a long life.
• Care must be taken when wiping exposed stainless steel edges, they can be sharp!
• A suitable cleaner can be purchased from Electrolux Customer Care Centres.

Glass

• Glass surfaces on doors and control panels are best cleaned immediately after soiling.
• A damp cloth may help remove baked on food deposits.

The door glass on this appliance is made from a tough, durable material that withstands heating and cooling without breaking. However, it must be remembered that it is GLASS, it may break. Treat it accordingly! Should you have any questions about the glass in your new appliance, please contact the customer care centre by dialling 1300 363 640.

Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door since they can scratch the surface, which may result in the shattering of glass.

Device

• Always keep your appliance clean. Ensure that fats and oils do not accumulate around elements or fans.
• Always keep the oven shelves, baking tray, grill dish and grill dish insert clean, as any fat deposits may catch fire.
• Always wrap your meats in foil or an oven roasting bag to minimise cleaning. Any polyunsaturated fats can leave a varnish-like residue which is very difficult to remove.

Removing the trays and shelves from your appliance

• Remove trays by simply pull them out taking care not to spill the contents.
• Slide shelves towards you until they reach the front stop.
  
• Tilt them up at the front to clear the side supports.
• Lift them clear.
• Wash the trays and shelves in hot soapy water.
• Reverse the above steps to put the trays and shelves back again.
• Ensure that they are placed between the 2 support wires.

Removing the side racks or shelf supports

• Grasp the shelf support at the front.
• Pull it firmly inwards
  

Cleaning your unit door

The oven door has been designed to allow the two inner door glasses to be removed for cleaning without removing the door from the product. Removing the inner door glass for cleaning:

• Open the door fully to gain access to the hinges.
• Push down the hinge locking tab as shown in the diagram on both sides of door.
  
• Gently close the door until it stops in partially open position on the locking tab (the door will not fully close with the locking tab in the down position).
• In this position the top door trim can be removed by pushing each side on the serrated surface to release the clips and lift the trim away from the door.
• To remove the inner glass, tilt top of glass towards the oven and lift out.
• The middle glass is removed in the same way.
• The inner side of outer glass can be cleaned in-situ when inner and middle glass is removed.
• Clean glass using detergent and warm water, wipe clean and dry thoroughly.

Re-assembling the door glass panels:

• Replace the middle glass back to the door. The middle glass is a clear pane and orientation of the glass is not important.
  
• Replace the inner glass back to the door, ensuring the side with black ceramic paint faces away from the oven cavity when door is closed.
• Fully open the door and return the locking tabs to their normal position and close the door.

• DO NOT use the oven without the inner and middle door glass fitted.
• NEVER spray any caustic cleaners on any surface of the door or damage to the surface coatings will result.
• DO NOT use metal utensils, scrapers, scourers, or abrasive cleaners to clean the glass or any of the door trims. These will damage or scratch the surface coatings and degrade the finish and appearance.
• DO NOT place glass in dishwasher.
• Use only warm water and liquid detergent with a soft cloth to clean the glass or trims.
• Before refitting the glass panes to the door ensure they are dried with a soft cloth.
• The glass edges have been specially ground to remove any sharp edges. However it is glass, and should be handled carefully to avoid injury to yourself and damage to the glass.

Make sure the appliance power is switched off at the isolating switch before you remove or replace parts, to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

Changing the light globes

• There are 2 light globes located in the top of the oven cavity towards the front. The light globe glass is accessible between the passes of the upper element.
• To remove, turn oven light glass anti-clockwise.
• A special high temperature resistant globe should be used. This can be purchased from the customer care centre.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Faults
If there is a problem with the oven and/or grill, please:

• Check the points listed below before calling for service. It may be possible to avoid a call by fixing the problem yourself – and so continue cooking.

NOTE: We may charge for service even in the guarantee period if your problem is due to the causes listed below.

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	WHAT TO DO
Oven or grill not working	Power not turned on Household fuse blown Controls incorrectly set Circuit breaker tripped Clock not set	Switch on electricity Check fuses Reset controls Check circuit breaker Set time of day on timer
	Demo Mode 'ON'	Deactivate DEMO Mode. Refer to 'Using your oven'
	Child Lock 'ON'	Deactivate Child Lock. Refer to 'Using your oven'
Oven not heating enough	Foil or trays on bottom of oven	Remove foil or trays
	Oven not pre-heated	Pre-heat oven for 30 minutes.
Light & fans on continuously	Timer not in manual mode	Set timer to manual mode
Oven not working	Timer not in manual mode	Set timer to manual mode
	Household fuse blown	Check fuses
Oven light not working	Household fuse blown	Check fuses
	Circuit breaker tripped	Check circuit breaker
	Lamp blown or loose in socket	Replace or tighten lamp
Cooker smoking when first used	Protective oils being removed	Turn grill on high for 30 mins and then the oven on 220°C for 1 hour
Too much condensation building up when baking	Too much water used when cooking	Reduce amount of water Leave oven door open after cooking
Smells when first using oven	Protective oils being removed	This is normal
Timer flashing	Power failure or interruption	Reset time of day
Shelf or telescopic runner slides out when door is opened	Oven cavity is not level with the ground.	Perform a check using a level to verify cause (refer to installation section). If not level refer to installer
Oven seal is loose	The oven seal is only attached at each corner. It may seem like a loose fit but when the oven door is closed it will function correctly	No action necessary
There is warm air coming from the top of the oven door	The oven vent is located under the control panel. When the oven is on, the air passes through this vent. This venting is necessary for proper air circulation in the oven and good baking results. Do not block vent.	No action necessary

NOTE: Only authorised personnel should carry out servicing. If the household fuse continues to blow, call the Customer Care Centre.

Further Information
When you need information, service or replacement parts of have a warranty enquiry, please contact the Customer Care Centre:
Australia - 1300 363 640, 8.00am- 5.00pm EST Monday to Friday
New zealand - 09 573 2384, 8.00am - 5.00pm EST Monday to Friday
Please have the following information ready: Model, Model Number & Serial Number. This is shown on the data plate which is visible when the oven door is open.

For more information on all Westinghouse appliances, or for dimension and installation information, call into your retailer, phone or email our customer care team or visit our website:

AUSTRALIA
phone:	13 13 49
email:	customercare@electrolux.com.au
web:	westinghouse.com.au
NEW ZEALAND
phone:	0800 10 66 10
email:	customercare@electrolux.co.nz
web:	westinghouse.co.nz

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