Parkinson Cowan R G 5 0 M Operating And Installation Instructions

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  • Page 1 R G 5 0 M Operating Installation Instructions...
  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    The right way will have a smiling face by it. A sad face shows something is wrong. Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guarantee. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    R G 5 0 M Contents Lighting the appliance The grill The hotplate The oven Oven cooking chart Slow cooking Care and cleaning Installing the appliance General information What is wrong and why? Servicing Installation Instructions Technical data Safety requirements/ventilation...
  • Page 4: Lighting The Appliance

    R G 5 0 M Lighting the appliance The ignition system works by means of a battery. Details on how to replace the battery are given on page 25. Hotplate To light Push in the control knob and turn to the large flame symbol (highest setting), and press the ignition button immediately.
  • Page 5 There will only be small flames at first. 3 Now turn the control knob to the gas mark you want. 4 Wait until the burner is showing large flames. 5 Close the oven door. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 6: To Turn Off Any Burner

    For your safety When you are lighting any burner check that it has lit before you leave the appliance. When you are turning off a burner, do not leave the appliance until the flame has gone out. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 7: The Grill

    'OFF' to 'HIGH' and then to 'LOW'. Use the high setting for fast cooking such as toast. Use the low setting to cook thicker food such as chicken after you have browned it on the high setting. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 8 Place food which needs a gentle heat, such as tomatoes and mushrooms towards the edge of the grid. Arrange meat, meat products and fish to suit their thickness and how you like them cooked. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 9: The Grill Pan And Handle

    R G 5 0 M The grill pan and handle The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle. To attach the handle, place the wirework under the cut out in the pan so that the metal plate hooks over the top of the grill pan.
  • Page 10: The Hotplate

    R G 5 0 M The hotplate If you have any trouble lighting a hotplate burner turn all hotplate control knobs off and make sure the hotplate burner parts have been replaced correctly. See page 21 for more information. Heat control...
  • Page 11 A closed collar will affect the performance of the burner. Before you use the Wok make sure that the collar is stable on the pan supports. Always follow the instructions that come with the Wok. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 12: Helpful Hints

    Try cooking more than one vegetable in the same pan, for example potatoes and carrots. Cut vegetables into smaller pieces. This way they will cook more quickly. A pressure appliance will save time and energy. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 13: The Oven

    To put the shelf into a different position keep the front edge raised, slot the shelf on to the runner, lower the front edge and slide the shelf in. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 14: Baking Trays And Dishes

    Whenever possible try to make sure that food which contains a lot of moisture, for example casseroles, are covered. If you do notice any condensation, wipe it up straight away. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 15: Oven Cooking Chart

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  • Page 18: Slow Cooking

    Prime cuts of meat do not benefit from slow cooking. Remove excess fat and skin unless browned first. Cook for 30 minutes at gas mark 6, then reduce to the slow cook setting. R G 5 0 M Turn to S C has...
  • Page 19 Add towards the end of the cooking to prevent curdling. Reheating Left over food should be cooled quickly and refrigerated. Do Not reheat food using the slow cook setting. Reheat food conventionally or in a microwave. Food must only be reheated once. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 20: Care And Cleaning

    Again take care not to damage the spark electrodes. If any food spills during cooking you can place the pan on another burner to finish cooking. Then you can remove the dirty parts and clean them before the spill 'burns on'. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 21: When Replacing Hotplate Burner Parts

    (enamel side up). Move sideways and front to back to check the cap is properly fitted. 3. Check for ignition If a burner will not light then you need to check the crown and cap positions. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 22 R G 5 0 M The grill Do not clean the grill burner itself. The burner is designed to be self cleaning. Cleaning the grill may cause the holes in the burner to become blocked preventing it from operating correctly.
  • Page 23: Installing The Appliance

    Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, for example opening of a window, or more effective ventilation, for example increasing the level of mechanical ventilation where present. For further details see page 32. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 24: Appliance Dimensions

    We recommend that cabinets fitted next to or above the appliance meet British Standards. Your installer will give you advice if you are not sure. Appliance dimensions Overall Height : 902mm-920mm (adjusted by four screw feet) Width: 498mm Depth: 600mm (to front of door panel) R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 25: General Information

    + sign) is next to the (+) sign on the battery holder. Close the lid of the battery holdler. You can light the burners with a match until you have time to change the battery. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 26 R G 5 0 M For your safety Do not try to disconnect the appliance from the gas supply if the supply pipe does not have a bayonet connection, as described in the installation instruction. If this is the case contact the person...
  • Page 27: What Is Wrong And Why

    If you are using a tin or tray which is larger than the one we recommend, be prepared to turn it around during cooking. Problem Having difficulty cleaning any part of the appliance. Check Check that the instructions for care and cleaning, beginning on page 20 are being followed. R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 28: Servicing

    When you report a problem try to describe the nature of the fault. Always give your appliance's full name, model and serial number. Make a note of this information in this space: Name: Model Number: Serial Number: P.N.C. Number: R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 29 The Gas Consumers' Council (GCC) is an independent organisation which protects the interests of gas users. If you need advice, you will find the telephone number in your local telephone directory under Gas. R G 5 0 M R G 5 0 M...
  • Page 30: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Please note that the handle may differ in type and shape from that shown in the diagram. For your safety Where applicable Natural Gas and L.P. Gas versions of this appliance are available. Check that this model is suitable for the type of supply available. In the interest of safety this appliance must be installed and/or serviced by a competent person, as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions.
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Height to hotplate Space for fixing at hotplate level Minimum space above hotplate Space for fixing above hotplate level Weight of appliance Minimum distance from rear wall CONNECTIONS Electric IGNITION Spark generator Battery GRILL Heat Input Injector Marking HOTPLATE Heat Input Injector Marking...
  • Page 32: Safety Requirements/Ventilation

    IMPORTANT - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be installed in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions. Detailed recommendations are contained in the following British Standard Codes of Practice - BS. 6172, BS.5440: Part 2 and B.S.6891. All British Standards must be 'Current Editions'. PROVISION FOR VENTILATION This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation device.
  • Page 33: Location Of Appliance/Installation

    LOCATION OF APPLIANCE This appliance must not be installed in a bed-sitting room of volume less than 20m³ or in a bathroom , shower room or garage. It is essential that the appliance is positioned as stated below (see Fig. 1) i.e. shelves, wall cabinets and cooker hoods must be fitted a minimum of 787mm directly above the top of hotplate and 400mm above the hotplate when fitted in line with the outside of the appliance.
  • Page 34: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION 1. PARTS REQUIRED The loose hotplate parts and battery are packed in the polystyrene fitment on top of the hotplate. 2. LEVELLING THE APPLIANCE Adjustable levelling feet at the front and at the rear are provided on the base of the appliance. Adjustment to suit floor conditions is obtained by rotating in or out the hexagonal feet from the underside of the appliance.
  • Page 35: Testing

    4. CONNECTING TO GAS This appliance is designed to be installed with an appliance flexible connection only. Supply piping should not be less than R³/8. Connection is made to the Rc½ (½" B.S.P.) female threaded entry pipe located just below the hotplate level on the rear left hand side of the appliance.
  • Page 36: Checking The Hotplate

    8. CHECKING THE HOTPLATE Fit the burner crowns and caps ensuring that they are correctly seated. Fit the pan supports. Check each of the hotplate burners in turn by turning the hotplate tap to it's full on position and pressing the ignition button. As soon as the burners are lit the button can be released.
  • Page 37 N O T E S...
  • Page 38 N O T E S RG 50 M - 311527604...
  • Page 39: Contents Check List

    Contents Check List Note: If you require replacements of the item listed below please contact your local Service Force Centre quoting the relevant part number. The loose contents of this pack include:- No. OFF DESCRIPTION Oven Shelves P.C. Guarantee Card Hotplate Operation Card Grill Pan (311409401) Grill Pan Grid (311419801)
  • Page 40 Burner Crown - Simmer Pan Support NOTE : Failure to use manufacturers original spares could negate normal BSI approval of the product TELEPHONE 0870 5 950950 © Electrolux Household Appliances Limited 2001 PARKINSON COWAN 55 - 77 HIGH STREET, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 1DZ.

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