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Summary of Contents for Hotpoint C262E
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Information Features - C262E Features - C361E, C362E, C363E & C366E Control Panels Clock / Minute minder (C262E, C362E & C363E Oven Timer Operation (C361E and C366E) Temperature Conversion Chart Sealed Hob (C262E) Ceramic Hob (C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E) -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Your new appliance is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet. To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully. The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation. -
Page 4: Installation
Installation WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Mains Connection Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your supply voltage, this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the front of the plinth. The cooker must be connected by a competent person such as one who is a, NICEIC registered contractor to a suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 32A and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm (applicable to newer properties, older properties where a 30A double... -
Page 5: Safety Information
Safety Information 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 PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. Always Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time. Understand the controls prior to using the appliance. - Page 6 Safety Information Never Never stare at Halogen heating units Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use. Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance. Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.
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Page 7: Features - C262E
Features Model C262E 2000W Redspot Control Panel Grill Grill Pan with Fixed/ Detachable Handle Inner Glass Panel Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven, a third shelf can be purchased from the Parts department, see back cover. -
Page 8: Features - C361E, C362E, C363E & C366E
Features – C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E Cooking area: 1500W Dual Circuit Solarglo (C361E & C366E) 1500W Ceramic (C362E & C363E) Cooking area: 1200W Solarglo (C361E & C366E 1200W Ceramic (C362E & C363E) Control panel Conventional Grill Grill pan food support Grill pan with fixed/detachable... -
Page 9: Control Panels
Control Panels C361E & C366E Front Rear Rear left right left (twin circuit) Hob Hot neon C262E, C362E & C363E Front Rear Rear right left left Hob Hot neon (C362E & C363E) Hob On neon (C262E) Front right Oven Clock, auto timer and... - Page 10 Hob On neon Hob On neon will illuminate when any hob control is operated and will (C262E) remain illuminated until all hob controls are turned off. Hob Hot Neon A short time (approx.
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Page 11: Clock / Minute Minder
THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET. To change the time of day repeat Steps 4 & 5 above. (C262E, C362E & C363E) Make sure all oven controls are turned off. Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on. - Page 12 The display shows MINUTES and SECONDS (10s intervals) eg. 19 minutes 50 seconds Any period between 100 minutes (1 hour 40 minutes) and up to 10 hours - The display shows HOURS and MINUTES eg. 1 hour 41 minutes (C262E, C362E & C363E)
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Page 13: Oven Timer Operation (C361E And C366E)
Oven Timer Operation The oven timer offers you the following features: Automatic Cooking The Main Oven (only) can be controlled by the automatic timer.When the timer control has been set for one oven it is possible to use the other oven manually. - Page 14 Know your Timer CLOCKFACE The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock. Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker. SYMBOLS A ‘bell’ symbol will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will remain lit for the period set.
- Page 15 Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation (C361E & C366E) SETTING THE TIME OF DAY Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off. Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on. Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and the Auto symbol, Step 4 Press &...
- Page 16 Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation (C361E & C366E) AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:– (a) To set the timer to switch the oven(s) On and Off Automatically (b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period. a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven switches off Automatically.
- Page 17 Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation (C361E & C366E) Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing the Cook Period button. Note 2 When cooking automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time button.
- Page 18 Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer Operation (C361E & C366E) TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED. Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position. Step 2 Press the Manual button to return the oven(s) to “Manual” operation. Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing the Cook Period button.
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Page 19: Temperature Conversion Chart
Temperature Conversion Chart ˚F Mark Main Conventional Convection Oven – – Main Oven Oven –... -
Page 20: Sealed Hob (C262E)
Sealed Hob General Information (C262E) USE OF HOTPLATES Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface. Turn the control to 6 for fast cooking. To cook more slowly or simmer, turn the control to a lower setting according to the size of the saucepan and the amount of liquid. - Page 21 Sealed Hob General Information (C262E) CHOICE OF UTENSILS Every Electric Hob deserves the right choice of utensils. We recommend for optimum performance the use of good quality utensils. PANS SHOULD NOT Be concave (bowed in) Be convex (bowed out) Be rimmed...
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Page 22: Ceramic Hob (C361E, C362E, C363E And C366E)
Ceramic Hob (C362E and C363E) CAUTION: IF ANY CRACK IN SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, TURN OFF THE MAINS COOKER SWITCH. Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface. The following boiling plates are located beneath the circular cooking areas:- The cooking areas change colour when heated (become red) indicating which heating element is turned on. - Page 23 Ceramic Hob (C361E and C366E) CAUTION: IF ANY CRACK IN SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, TURN OFF THE MAINS COOKER SWITCH. Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface. The following boiling plates are located beneath the circular cooking areas:- .The cooking areas change colour when heated (become red) indicating which heating element is turned on.
- Page 24 Ceramic Hob General Information (C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E) PANS SHOULD BE: Not concave (bowed in) Not convex (bowed out) Not rimmed Not deeply ridged But essentially Flat Always Use good quality flat- based cookware on all electric heat sources. Always ensure pans have clean, dry bases before use.
- Page 25 Ceramic Hob General Information (C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E) Do not cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking utensil, as this Do Not Do not use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to the Do not drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will cause Do not allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob Do not place anything between the base of the utensil and...
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Page 26: Choosing Your Utensils
Choosing Your Utensils Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of utensils. Choosing your utensils To obtain a satisfactory performance from a ceramic hob and to avoid unnecessary damage, we recommend the use of good quality utensils with smooth flat bases. - Page 27 Choosing Your Utensils Do not use utensils with rough bases. Do Not Do not use lightweight utensils with thin, distorted or uneven bases. Do not use lightweight enamelled steel utensils. Do not use cast iron utensils. Do not use utensils with recessed, scrolled (like a gramophone record) or Do not use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than 1mm as this Do not use a utensil with a convex base.
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Page 28: Grill Pan And Handle
Grill Pan and Handle Grill pan handle The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and storage. The handle can be either detachable from or fixed to the pan. For a fixed handle remove the screw and washers from the grill pan bracket, tilt the handle over the recess adjacent to the bracket (A), slide it towards the centre of the pan (B) and let the handle locate over the bracket (C). -
Page 29: Grill
Grill (C262E, C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E) Setting the Grill Door in grilling position CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. GRILLING SHOULD NEVER BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THE GRILL/TOP OVEN DOOR CLOSED. -
Page 30: Guide To Grilling
Guide To Grilling (C262E, C361E, C362E, C363E and C366E) Pre - heat the grill for 5 minutes on maximum control setting before grilling GRILL CHART Food Toasting of Bread products Small cuts of meat, reduce to lower sausages, bacon, etc. -
Page 31: Top Oven Cookery Notes
Top Oven Cookery Notes The top oven should be used to cook small quantities of food. The oven is designed so that the grill element operates at a reduced heat output, this is combined with a heating element situated underneath the floor of the oven. -
Page 32: Main Oven Cookery Notes
Main Oven Cookery Notes The oven is fitted with ‘Stay clean’ liners, two rod shelves and a meat pan (not all models). Remove the meat pan if it is not being used. To heat the oven turn the knob clockwise, selecting the require temperature between 80˚C (176˚F) and 230˚C (450˚F) as recommended in the temperature chart. - Page 34 Note: If soft margarine is used for cake making, temperatures recommended by the manufacturers should be followed. Temperatures recommended in this chart refer to cakes made with block margarines or butter only.
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Page 35: Using The Main Oven For Other Functions
Using the Main Oven for other Functions ‘S’ SLOW setting This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. Extra care should be taken when warming bone china, as it may be damaged in a hot oven. DO NOT place food or plates directly on the oven floor as this could damage both the oven lining and the plates which are being warmed. -
Page 36: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning Cleaning materials to avoid: 1. Plastic or nylon pads 2. Household abrasive powders and scourers. These may scratch the surface. 3. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads. Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and attack the metal frame. 4. - Page 37 Easy Do products are available from many electrical retailers and our Parts Department. Homecare ‘Hob Brite’ is available from leading Supermarkets. Electric sealed hotplates (C262E): The cleaning of sealed hotplates should be done when they are cold, using a soap filled Brillo pad, following the grain of the hotplate.
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Page 38: Control Panel
Do not use enzyme/biological washing powder, harsh abrasives or oven chemical cleaners of any kind. Decorative trims (all models) / Vitreous enamel hob (C262E): It is advisable to clean the decorative trims regularly to prevent any build up of soiling which may detract from the appearance of the cooker.The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe over the... - Page 39 Care and Cleaning Grill: Remove the grill pan and the wire grid food support, it is best to wash these items immediately after use to prevent stains from being burnt on when used again. Wipe out the Grill compartment, use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the grill deflector plate (C361E &...
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Page 40: Cleaning The Doors
Care and Cleaning Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated with a heat reflective layer. Do not use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical blows. -
Page 41: Cooking Results Not Satisfactory
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? Problem Grilling Uneven cooking front to back Fat splattering Baking (General) Uneven rising of cakes Sinking of cakes Over/Under cooking Fast/Slow cooking Uneven cooking of cakes Top Oven Baking Uneven cooking front to back Uneven rising of cakes Overcooking Food is taking too long to... -
Page 42: Something Wrong With Your Cooker
Reset the timer to the correct time of day using the instructions given in the timer section of the book. To cancel the audible tone: - press the manual button once (C361E & C366E). - press the minute minder button once (C262E, C362E & C363E) -
Page 43: Key Contacts, Back Page
Problem Oven temperatures too high or low Oven does not cook evenly Oven lamp does not work Draught from beneath control panel Condensation on the wall at the rear of the cooker. Steam / Condensation in the oven after use. If you have been through the above list and there is still a problem;... - Page 44 Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Ltd, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB PRINTED BY SIMLEX . FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON. 11/2004 Part No. 195045500.01...