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BUILT-IN COOKING APPLIANCES OWNER'S MANUAL Thank you for buying a Westinghouse oven. Please read your owner's manual carefully, it provides instructions on safe installation, use and maintenance. Retain it for future reference. Record the model and serial numbers of your oven.
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S A F E T Y A N D W A R N I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Read the following carefully to avoid an accident. General warnings • This appliance is not suitable for use by young children or infirm persons, without supervision. •...
C O N T E N T S DESCRIPTION OF YOUR APPLIANCE ........................4 General view - Electric underbench with grill in oven................4 General view - Electric combination underbench with grill in oven ............6 General view - Electric separate grill underbench ..................7 General view - Electric separate grill walloven ..................8 General view - Electric double oven......................9 General view - Gas underbench with electric grill in oven..............10...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E G e n e r a l v i e w - E l e c t r i c u n d e r b e n c h w i t h g r i l l i n o v e n POL660 Model - Conventional...
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D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E POL781 Model - Multifunction 8 Virtuoso POL783 Model - Multifunction 10 Virtuoso Data Plate...
G e n e r a l v i e w - E l e c t r i c c o m b i n a t i o n u n d e r b e n c h w i t h g r i l l i n o v e n PPL775 Model - Fan forced with solid cooktop PPL776 Model - Fan forced with ceramic cooktop PPL778 Model...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E G e n e r a l v i e w - E l e c t r i c s e p a r a t e g r i l l u n d e r b e n c h PGL657 Model - Fan forced...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E G e n e r a l v i e w - E l e c t r i c s e p a r a t e g r i l l w a l l o v e n PXL688 Model - Fan forced...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E PDL790 Model - Multifunction 8 Data Plate G e n e r a l v i e w - E l e c t r i c d o u b l e o v e n PDL794 Model - Multifunction 8 (upper &...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E G e n e r a l v i e w - G a s u n d e r b e n c h w i t h e l e c t r i c g r i l l i n o v e n GOL472 Model - Conventional...
D E S C R I P T I O N O F Y O U R A P P L I A N C E G e n e r a l v i e w - G a s w a l l o v e n w i t h s e p a r a t e g r i l l GXL540 Model - Conventional...
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME S e t t i n g t h e t i m e Depending upon which model you have purchased, your appliance maybe fitted with an electronic / programmable timer. You must set the time of day before you can operate your appliance.
U S I N G Y O U R O V E N U n d e r s t a n d i n g y o u r E L E C T R I C o v e n f u n c t i o n s Rapid Heat (Multifunction ovens) Heat comes from the element surrounding the fan as well as the smaller element above the food.
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U S I N G Y O U R O V E N Fan Grill (Multifunction ovens) “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 fan circulates the heated air.
U S I N G Y O U R O V E N U n d e r s t a n d i n g y o u r G A S o v e n f u n c t i o n s NOTE: It is normal when operating your gas appliance that the flame will appear 30-40 seconds after first turning the temperature selector and during cooking the flame will cycle on and off.
U S I N G Y O U R O V E N C o o l i n g / Ve n t i n g f a n Your built-in appliance is fitted with a cooling fan. It will operate whenever you are using your oven and blow warm air across the top of the oven door.
U S I N G Y O U R O V E N P r e - h e a t i n g y o u r a p p l i a n c e Pre-heating your oven is recommended in several cooking and grilling functions. Pre-heating your appliance allows it to reach the required temperature quickly and efficiently.
U S I N G Y O U R C O O K T O P H o t p l a t e s Solid (“Cerashield” ceramic coated) They are strong, solid cast hotplates that give you wide contact with pots and pans. They are sealed all round with stainless steel trim rings which may discolour with heat.
U S I N G Y O U R C O O K T O P C o o k i n g D o ’s a n d D o n ’ t s • Do use the stored heat in the hotplate by turning the control to “O” before the final few minutes of cooking.
U S I N G Y O U R C O O K T O P C o o k i n g H i n t s Bringing liquids to the boil Use a high setting Before the liquid begins to boil, turn to a lower setting. This will stop the liquid from boiling over.
C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R When the cooking time has finished the oven will turn off automatically, the cook symbol will disappear, “AUTO” will flash and the beeper will sound for two minutes. 1.
C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R Setting the minute minder 1. Press the button briefly. 2. Set the countdown time you want by using the buttons. You will see the time of day and the timer symbol on the clock display.
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C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R • Stop cooking time – you can set a cooking finish time. A timer will count down the preset cooking time, beep when the finish time has been reached and turn the appliance off. •...
C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R To check your cooking settings 1. Press button. The cooking duration will show on the timer display. 2. Press Button. The finish time will be display on the timer. To cancel your cooking settings 1.
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C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R “°” stops flashing and the oven begins to heat. The suggested temperature display is replaced with the oven centre temperature and a thermometer icon. The thermometer icon rises slowly, indicating the degree to which the oven is currently being heated.
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C O O K I N G W I T H Y O U R T I M E R Using Fast Heat (Fast Heat Up) mode To quickly and efficiently preheat your oven, it is recommended to select the “Fast Heat” cooking feature.
C O O K I N G G U I D E • Select the correct shelf location for food being cooked. • Make sure dishes will fit into the oven before you switch it on. • Keep edges of baking dishes at least 40mm from the side of the oven. This allows free circulation of heat and ensures even cooking.
C O O K I N G G U I D E Electric oven cooking guide - Conventional ovens Temperature Oven shelf Time in Food in °C position* minutes Scones Plain or fruit 10 -12 Biscuits Rolled 3 or 4 10 - 15 Spooned 3 or 4...
C O O K I N G G U I D E Gas oven cooking guide Temperature Oven shelf Time in Food in °C position* minutes Scones Plain or fruit 10 -12 Biscuits Rolled 3 or 4 10 - 15 Spooned 3 or 4 10 - 15...
G R I L L I N G G U I D E NOTE: Always clean the grill / oven dish after every use. Excessive fat build up may cause a fire. As a method of cooking. Grilling can be used to: •...
D E A L I N G W I T H C O O K I N G P R O B L E M S Problem Causes Remedies Uneven cooking • Incorrect shelf position. - Select shelf that puts food in the centre of the oven.
CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE IMPORTANT: Always make sure that the oven is electrically isolated before cleaning. Do not use steam cleaners. IMPORTANT: Do not line the bottom of the oven or grill with foil or cookware. E n a m e l •...
CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE C l e a n i n g y o u r o v e n / g r i l l d o o r Stirrup Removing the door from your appliance Follow these steps to better access the oven for cleaning: •...
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CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE Removing and replacing the fan baffle (where fitted) • Hold fan cover by the two sides. • Pull towards you. NOTE: The fan baffle must be replaced after cleaning. • Insert the two tabs at the bottom of the fan into their corresponding holes.
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CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE Removing and replacing the grill side runner supports (model PDL790) • Grasp the shelf supports in the middle. • Pull them inwards. Installing the lower oven shelf supports • First insert the rear hook into the rear hole. •...
CATALYTIC SELF CLEAN PANELS (where fitted) These Ovens Contain: 2 Catalytic Liners 1 Catalytic Fan Cover NOTE: If your oven does not have catalytic self clean panels and you wish to purchase them, they are available from Spare Parts. Operation Catalytic self clean panels are coated with a specially formulated enamel coating, over a base of regular enamel.
SOLVING PROBLEMS 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.
I N S TA L L AT I O N Please follow the points below when installing your appliance: USE AN AUTHORISED PERSON As stated in the local municipal building codes and other relevant statutory regulations. • Wiring connections must be in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and any particular conditions of the local authority.
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INSTALLATION C a b i n e t C o n s t r u c t i o n f o r y o u r a p p l i a n c e For the best integration within a kitchen, install this appliance in a standard 600mm wide cupboard that gives a flush fit with the surrounding cupboard fronts (figure A).
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INSTALLATION C o o k t o p s COOKTOP DIMENSIONS Overall Cooktop Dimensions Overall Cooktop Dimensions Solid Models Ceramic Models Width 600mm 580mm Depth 535mm 515mm Depth of Base 60mm 35mm COOKTOP CUT-OUT DIMENSIONS Cooktop 560mm 490mm A minimum gap of 36mm must be maintained between the top of the underbench oven and the bottom of the cooktop to ensure adequate ventilation and space for the interconnection lead.
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INSTALLATION S e p a r a t e G r i l l 720mm Module(s) U n d e r b e n c h O v e n s Bench top Recommended Cabinet Design Cleat (2) Infill panel (2) Cooker 720mm Module(s) platform...
GAS INSTALLATION INFORMATION F l u i n g Underbench Underbench ovens are force vented through the front of the product and do not require a flue. Separate Grill Separate Grill models must be flued. The appliance is flued through the rear of the top panel by installing a 100mm diameter flue pipe.
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GAS INSTALLATION INFORMATION Some typical installation arrangements are shown below. 100mm Min 100mm Min 100mm Min Walloven or Walloven or Walloven or Underbench cavity Underbench cavity Underbench cavity Vented above Roof Vented in Kitchen Vented into roof cavity Recommended Option Ensure that sufficient clearance, protection and venting is provided.
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GAS INSTALLATION INFORMATION G a s C o n n e c t i o n Retaining clips. Use these clips to secure Before commencing installation, check hose and prevent to ensure the type of gas to which the kinking. appliance is intended to be connected Route flexible hose matches the gas type given on the...
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GAS INSTALLATION INFORMATION O p e r a t i n g P r e s s u r e s Supply and operating pressures for various gases and corresponding injector sizes for each burner. Gas Type Supply Pressure (kPa) Operating Pressure (kPa) Oven injector NG &...
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