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Making cooking as much fun as eating
Please read this instruction manual. This will ensure that you
make use of all the technical benefits the cooker has to offer.
You will be given important safety information. You will then
be introduced to the individual components of your new
cooker and we will show you how to adjust it step by step. It
is quite simple.
The tables list the settings and shelf heights for numerous
well known dishes. All these dishes are tested in our cooking
studio.
In the unlikely event of a fault, look here for information on
how to rectify minor faults yourself.
A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way
around quickly.
Enjoy your meal!
Instruction manual
HM 424200N
C
en
9000124578
S-091205-02

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  • Page 1 In the unlikely event of a fault, look here for information on how to rectify minor faults yourself. A detailed table of contents will help you to find your way around quickly. Enjoy your meal! Instruction manual HM 424200N 9000124578 S-091205-02...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important information ......Your new oven ........Setting up the hob .
  • Page 3 Tips for roasting and grilling ......Bakes, gratins, toast ....... . Frozen foods .
  • Page 4: Important Information

    Important information Transport damage Environmentally friendly disposal ó Electricity and gas connection...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. Use the appliance for cooking only. CAUTION: Accessible parts and the grill may be Hot surfaces hot when in use. Keep children away. Never touch the hob surface, the inside of the oven, the inside of the lower drawer and the heating elements.
  • Page 6 Insufficent ventilation The use of a gas cooking appliance will generate heat in gas hobs during and humidity in its operating environment. Make sure cooking you ventilate the kitchen adequately. Do not block the natural ventilation channels or install a mechanical ventilation device (an extractor hood).
  • Page 7: Causes Of Damage

    Glass cover Caution: the glass cover may crack when heated. Turn off all the burners before closing the glass cover. Before you close the glass cover wait until the hob surface cools down. Causes of damage Always use the burners by placing a saucepan on Damage in the cooking area (hob) them.
  • Page 8: Gas Connection

    Damage to the lower Do not place hot items in the lower drawer. The lower drawer drawer may be damaged. Damage to the surrounding Only leave the oven to cool down when it is switched furniture surfaces off. Even if you leave the oven door open a little, the edges of the surrounding furniture may be damaged over time.
  • Page 9 If an approved safety hose is used then care must be taken to ensure that it is not squashed or crushed in any way. The hose must not come into contact with hot surfaces. The gas may be connected (gas pipe or safety gas hose) to the left or the right side of the appliance.
  • Page 10: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Installation must be carried out by an authorised service employee. A 16A circuit breaker is required for the connection. The appliance has been designed to be used with 220 240V mains current. If the voltage drops below 180 V, then the electrical igniter system will not function.
  • Page 11: Levelling The Cooker

    Levelling the cooker Always place the cooker directly on the floor. The cooker has height adjustable feet. This allows you to raise the plinth by about 15 mm. Pull out the plinth drawer and lift it up and out. There are adjustable feet at the front and rear on the inside of the plinth.
  • Page 12 Positioning the appliance The product must be installed in accordance with the dimensions provided and it must be placed directly on the kitchen floor. It should not be placed over another object. The distance between the top of the cooker and the lower part of the hood should be adjusted according to the guidelines provided by the hood manufacturers.
  • Page 13: Your New Oven

    Your new oven This section will familiarise you with your new appliance. With the help of your user guide, you will learn about the hob, the oven and the accessories. Upper lid Steam outlet The upper lid must be open whilst the product is Important: when the oven in operation.
  • Page 14 Steam outlet Caution: Hot air is released from here. Economy burner Normal burner Power burner Normal burner Heating efficiency Diameters of pots and pans of the burners suitable for the burners Economy burner 1 kW 12 18 cm Normal burner 1.75 kW 18 24 cm Power burner 3 kW...
  • Page 15 Hotplate controls You can use the four hotplate controls to control the level of heating provided by the hotplates. The symbol above the hotplate controls indicate which hotplate the switch controls. For the gas hotplates Settings Ignition position Å Large flame, highest power å...
  • Page 16: The Oven

    The oven Function selectors Use the function selector to select the type of heating for the oven. You can turn the function selector clockwise and anti clockwise. Settings t Top/bottom for baking and roasting on one level heating s Bottom heating for re heating or browning V Radiant grilling, for grilling small amounts...
  • Page 17 Oven The shelf can be inserted at 5 different heights in the oven. You can remove the shelf two thirds of the way without it tipping. This makes it easier to take food out of the oven. Accessories Accessories may be purchased at a later date from the after sales service or from specialist shops.
  • Page 18 Optional accessories*...
  • Page 19: Setting Up The Hob

    Setting up the hob There are 4 gas burners on the hob. This section explains how to use the gas burners. Please make sure that the burner covers are firmly in place on the top of the burner assemblies. All parts must be clean and dry.
  • Page 20 If the burner's flame is turned off accidently, turn the burner switch off and wait at least for 1 minute before trying to light the burner again. Switching off To finish cooking: Set the burner knob to the (off) position.
  • Page 21: Hotplate Settings Table

    Hotplate settings table The base diameter of the saucepan or frying pan that you will place for cooking on the hotplate must not be smaller than the recommended value. Cooking times vary according to the type of meal, the type of ingredients used and the weight. You can determine the most appropriate cooking time using your observations.
  • Page 22: Before You Use The Appliance For The First Time

    Before you use the appliance for the first time In this section you will find out what you have to do before you start using the appliance for the first time. Read the safety warnings in the "Important information" section. Clean the oven accessories. Heating up the oven Heat the empty oven with the door closed to remove the new oven smell.
  • Page 23: Setting The Oven

    Setting the oven Tables and tips The correct settings for many dishes can be found in the Tables and tips section. Setting procedure Example: Top/bottom heating t, 200 ºC Select the desired type of heating using the function selector. Use the temperature selector to set the temperature or grill setting.
  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Do not use high pressure cleaning equipment or a steam jet. Definitely do not use corrosive cleaning materials, sharp objects, a hard sponge or a corrosive cleaning cloth when cleaning. Otherwise, the surfaces of the appliance may become scratched and lose their shine.
  • Page 25: Cleaning Equipment

    Cleaning equipment Exterior of the appliance Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid. Dry with a soft cloth. Enamel surfaces Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid.
  • Page 26 Oven light glass cover Wipe away with a cloth that has been dampened with hot water and washing up liquid. Dry with a soft cloth. Seal Wipe with a cloth that has been dampened with hot washing up water. Dry with a soft cloth. Oven door window This can be cleaned with glass cleaning agents.
  • Page 27: Procedure To Be Applied In The Event Of A Fault

    Procedure to be applied in the event of a fault Faults generally occur for simple reasons. Please note the following fault warnings before contacting the after sales service: Fault Possible reason Information/correcting Appliance is not operating. The plug is not connected Connect the plug to the power socket.
  • Page 28 Fault Possible reason Information/correcting Door seal has come loose Check the position and fitting of the or is not correctly door seal, correct as required. assembled. Door seal is down. Replace the door seal. Oven is not heating. The plug is not connected Connect the plug to the power socket.
  • Page 29 Replacing the oven light on the ceiling If the oven light fails, it must be replaced. 25 watt heat resistant replacement bulbs can be obtained of the oven from the after sales service or specialist shops. Please specify the E number and FD number of your appliance.
  • Page 30: After Sales Service

    After sales service Our after sales service is there for you if your oven needs repairing.You will find the address and telephone number of your nearest after sales service centre in the phone book. The after sales service centres listed will also be happy to advise you of a service point in your local area.
  • Page 31: Cakes And Pastries

    Cakes and pastries Baking tins It is best to use dark coloured metal baking tins. Place the cake tin on the wire rack. Tables The values in the table apply to tins placed in a cold oven. This saves energy. If you preheat the oven, shorten the baking time indicated by 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Page 32 Cakes on trays Level Type of Temperature Baking time heating in ºC in minutes Sponge or yeast pastry with Bread and bread rolls Level Type of Tempera Duration in heating ture in ºC minutes Biscuits Level Type of Temperature Baking time heating in ºC in minutes...
  • Page 33: Baking Tips

    Baking tips You wish to cook to your own Refer to the instructions in the tables for similar types of food. recipe. How to check that a sponge cake Approximately 10 minutes before the end of the baking time is cooked properly. given in the recipe, pierce the tallest point of the cake with a cocktail stick.
  • Page 34 Meat, poultry, fish Ovenware You may use any heat resistant dishes. Always place the dishes in the centre of the wire grill. Hot glass dishes should be placed on a dry kitchen towel after being removed from the oven. The glass could crack if placed on a cold or wet surface.
  • Page 35 Meat The table applies to insertion into a cold oven. The time specifications are provided as guidelines only and depend on the type and quality of the meat. Meat Weight Ovenware Level Type of Tempera Cooking heating ture in ºC, time in grill minutes...
  • Page 36 Poultry The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. The weights indicated in the table refer to oven ready poultry (without stuffing). Pierce the skin of duck or goose under the wings to enable the fat to run off. Poultry will turn out particularly crispy and brown if you baste it towards the end of the roasting time with butter, salted water or orange juice.
  • Page 37: Tips For Roasting And Grilling

    Tips for roasting and grilling The table does not contain Select the next lowest weight from the instructions and extend information for the weight of the the time. roast. How can you tell when the roast Use a meat thermometer (available from specialist shops) or is ready? carry out a spoon test".
  • Page 38: Bakes, Gratins, Toast

    Bakes, gratins, toast The table applies to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Ovenware Level Type of Temperature Cooking heating in ºC, grill time in minutes Sweet bakes Frozen foods Please observe the instructions on the packaging. The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven.
  • Page 39: Tips For Saving Energy

    Tips for saving energy in the oven Only preheat the oven if this is specified in the recipe or in the operating instructions table. Use dark, black lacquered or enamelled baking tins. They absorb the heat particularly well. It is best to bake several cakes one after the other. The oven is still warm.
  • Page 40: Test Dishes

    Test dishes In accordance with DIN 44547 and EN 60350 Baking The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a cold oven. Meal Accessories and Level Type of Temperature Baking time notes heating in ºC in minutes Ø The values in the table apply to dishes placed in a Grilling cold oven.

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