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- Page 1 Operating Installation Instructions...
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Page 2: For Your Safety
Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (Where applicable). Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guarantee. LIBRA... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
LIBRA Contents Lighting the appliance The grill The hotplate The oven Oven cooking chart Slow cooking Care and cleaning General information Installing the appliance What is wrong and why? Servicing Installation Instructions Technical data Safety requirements/ventilation Location of appliance Installation... -
Page 4: Lighting The Appliance
2 Push in the control knob and turn it to gas mark 9. Light the burner with a match. 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. LIBRA... -
Page 5: 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. LIBRA... -
Page 6: The Grill
'OFF' to 'HIGH' and then to 'LOW'. The high setting should be used for fast cooking such as toast. Use the low setting to cook thicker food such as chicken after it has been browned on the high setting. LIBRA... -
Page 7: Cooking Positions
Place food which needs a more 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. LIBRA... -
Page 8: The Hotplate
LIBRA The hotplate Heat control The hotplate control knobs turn anticlockwise from 'OFF' to 'HIGH' and then to 'LOW'. You can adjust the heat by turning the control between the highest and lowest settings. These are shown as a large and a small flame symbol. - Page 9 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. LIBRA For your safety If the pan...
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Page 10: 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 cooker will save time and energy. LIBRA... -
Page 11: 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. LIBRA... -
Page 12: 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. LIBRA The condensation forms when heat and... -
Page 13: Oven Cooking Chart
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Page 16: Food Preparation - Slow Cooking
Prime cuts of meat do not benefit from slow cooking. Cut off unwanted fat and skin unless it is browned first. Cook for 30 minutes at gas mark 6, then reduce to the slow cook setting. LIBRA This makes sure that the... - Page 17 Liquid Use slightly less liquid as there is little evaporation during cooking. Milk and milk products, for example cream Add these towards the end of cooking to prevent them from curdling. LIBRA...
- Page 18 LIBRA Reheating Cool left over food quickly and then put it in the fridge. Do not reheat food using the slow cook setting. Reheat food in the usual way or in a microwave. Only reheat food once.
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Page 19: Care And Cleaning
Clean the burner crowns by soaking them in very hot soapy water. You can remove any stubborn stains by scouring with a soap filled padsuchas 'Brillo'. If you look after the burner crowns in this way they will stay reasonably clean. However the surface will dull with time. LIBRA... -
Page 20: When Replacing Hotplate Burner Parts
The grill shelf and support may be removed for cleaning. Clean regularly with hot soapy water. Mild abrasives can be used if necessary. When you want to replace them make sure both the shelf and support are fitted as shown in the diagrams. LIBRA... - Page 21 If they are wet there will be more fat splashing. General Clean the oven, the oven shelves and the oven door while they are still slightly warm. This way you can easily remove any splashes and spills. You may use mild abrasives. LIBRA...
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Page 22: General Information
Gas Safety (Installation & Use) regulations current editions. It is important that the appliance is suitable for your gas supply. Your installer should check the rating plate. Ensure that a stability bracket is fitted. LIBRA... -
Page 23: Appliance Dimensions
British Standards. Your installer will give you advice if you are not sure. Appliance dimensions Overall height: Height to hotplate: Width: Depth: LIBRA 1457mm - 1475mm 902mm - 920mm (adjusted by four screw feet) 498mm 600mm (to front of door panel) -
Page 24: What Is Wrong And Why
If you are cooking a large item be prepared to turn it round during cooking. Problem Having difficulty cleaning any part of the appliance. Check Check that you are following the instructions for care and cleaning (see page 19). LIBRA... -
Page 25: Service And Spare Parts
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: LIBRA... - Page 26 We recommend that your appliance has an annual gas safety check carried out by our approved service organisation. Customer Care Department For general enquiries concerning your Parkinson Cowan appliance or further information on products, you are invited to contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows:...
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Page 27: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 28: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Overall Height to hotplate Space for fixing at hotplate level Space for fixing above hotplate level 100mm each side of appliance Minimum space above grill Minimum distance from rear wall Weight of appliance CONNECTIONS Electric GRILL Heat Input Injector Marking HOTPLATE Heat Input... -
Page 29: Important Safety Requirements
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 BS.6891. All British Standards must be 'Current Editions'. PROVISION FOR VENTILATION The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed. -
Page 30: Installation
INSTALLATION PARTS REQUIRED The loose hotplate parts are packed in the polystyrene fitment on the top of the hotplate. The grill pan, grill pan handle, fixing screws and splashplate fixing screws can be found in the furniture pack which is located in the oven. -
Page 31: Fitting The Stability Bracket
LEVELLING THE APPLIANCE Adjustable levelling feet at the front and 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. A spirit level should be placed on one of the oven shelves to confirm that the appliance is correctly levelled. -
Page 32: Connecting To Gas
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 (³/8" B.S.P.). 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 33: Checking The Hotplate
CHECKING THE HOTPLATE Fit the burner crowns, caps and pan supports ensuring that they are correctly seated. Check each of the hotplate burners in turn by turning each hotplate tap to its lowest on position and lighting with a match. CHECKING THE MAIN OVEN Turn the oven thermostat knob to Mk 9 and light the burner. - Page 34 N O T E S LIBRA - 311464206...
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Page 35: Contents Check List
Contents Check List The loose contents of this pack include:- No. OFF DESCRIPTION Oven shelves Guarantee card Single handle grill pan (small) Grill pan grid (small wire) Grill pan shelf (small) Green screw pack Burner crowns Burner caps Pan supports... -
Page 36: Important Notice
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 2002 PARKINSON COWAN 55 - 77 HIGH STREET, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 1DZ. Part Number:311464206...
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