REMEMBER, when replacing a part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. DO NOT use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by AGA. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Make a note of your AGA Total Control Serial Number when it is being installed. The serial number can be found behind the magnetic plinth cover. My AGA Details: Serial No: AGA Service No: Date of Installation: Data badge located...
Fitting the Oven Shelves Removing the Oven Shelves The Ovens The Roasting Oven The Baking Oven Slow Cook Oven Using the zones of the AGA Total Control The Plates Fitting the Doors Removing the Doors Cleaning & Caring for your Range...
Product Safety Meaning / Description Symbol Signification / Description WARNING / CAUTION AVERTISSEMENT An appropriate safety instruction Une consigne de sécurité appropriée should be followed or caution to a doivent être suivies ou garde d’un potential hazard exists. danger potentiel exists. TENSION DANGEREUSE DANGEROUS VOLTAGE Pour indiquer les dangers...
Important Safety Instructions INCORRECT USE OF THIS RANGE CAN INCREASE NEVER THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCKS OR INJURY Never store items of interest to TO PERSONS. children above the range. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS TO Never allow children to climb on, sit REDUCE THESE RISKS.
• Always make sure your appliance is serviced by a • PLEASE READ THE ACCOMPANYING WARRANTY. Any qualified technician. alteration that is not approved by AGA could invalidate the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and could also affect your statutory rights.
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• Never install cabinets (shelves) or similar above the Do not hang dish towels on the left hand side of the AGA handrail. Doing so will block the air vent. Blocking the air range with a depth greater than 13” (330mm).
Your new AGA Total Control gives you everything you love about the classic AGA heat storage cooker, but with the added convenience of touchscreen technology and the ability to turn each cooking area on and off, as and when you want it.
Roasting Oven Baking Oven Slow Cook Oven DESN 517448 The AGA TC3 has the traditional cast iron ovens with Baking Oven independently controlled hotplates. A moderate oven for cooking cakes and biscuits, baking fish, lasagne or shepherds pie, plus roasting Hotplates meat and poultry at a medium heat.
An audible beep will confirm selection. Handset Fig. 5.2 Your AGA Total Control cooker also comes with a Handset which can be used to program the ovens. It displays the time, date and program events. The hotplates work on Manual only.
The appliance has 4 operating modes: Mode Selection Button When switching on the AGA cooker for the first few times, there are two things you may notice, neither of which should Manual > Slumber > AUTO > AUTO/Slumber selection can cause concern.
If communications fail There is a power cut CANADA Model Number AGA TC3 If the handset is out of range of the AGA Total Control cooker IC: 10181A-AGATC3TEK Model Number AE4M280526 When transferring information from or to the controller...
Communication/Handshake DESN 516300 This process will be required on the original installation of the AGA Total Control. If the handset is replaced for any reason the new handset will need to be synchronised. Fig. 5.4 • You will also need to set the time and date.
Date and Time Setting Fig. 5.6 Press and hold Clock button until the screen is displayed Fig. 5.6. In this screen the time, date, month and year can be altered/set. Press button at any stage to save the settings and exit the DATE/TIME screen.
Press any button on the handset to open this screen, from ‘Sleep’ mode. Symbol indicating the battery life. If there is no communication between the AGA Total Control and the handset because: the cooker is not powered, in standby or the handset is out of range from the cooker.
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Power Outages under 10 minutes Fig. 5.9 When the power is restored, the AGA Total Control will resume normal operation as was set prior to the power interruption. Power Outages over 10 minutes Most functions will have turned OFF. • ‘Manual’ mode - all zones OFF.
If you have not already seen a demonstration, ask your AGA Specialist for details. A demonstration will show you how to get the best from your new AGA and will give you hints and tips. You will also see a selection of AGA utensils and accessories being used.
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If you have not already seen a demonstration, ask your AGA Specialist for details. A demonstration will show you how to get the best from your new AGA and will give you hints Fig. 6.8 and tips. You will also see a selection of AGA utensils and...
The Ovens Your AGA Total Control has three ovens, each of which is pre- set at a different heat, just like the classic AGA heat storage cooker. They are named as: • The Roasting Oven for high temperature cooking • The Baking Oven for moderate temperature cooking •...
These elements heat the air and the cast iron within to provide cooking results consistent with the classic AGA heat-storage cooker, with the flexibility of being able to turn it to Slumber or Off when not required.
AGA heat-storage cookers, with the flexibility of being able to turn it to Slumber The beauty of the roasting oven is that any fat splashes or Off when not required.
This element heats the air and the cast iron within to provide cooking results consistent with the traditional slow cook oven of the classic AGA heat-storage cooker, with the flexibility of being able to turn it to Off when not required. The slow cook oven is always at a simmer or Slumber mode ideal for long slow cooking.
The boiling plate is on the left hand side and the simmering The same size as the boiling plate, the simmering plate is also plate is on the right hand side of the AGA Total Control. The machined flat to give the best all-over contact with the AGA boiling plate is the hottest with the simmering plate being saucepans, grill pan, frying pan and kettle.
CAUTION: This unit is heavy, proper equipment and adequate manpower must be used to remove the oven doors. Fitting the Doors Fig. 7.1 Fig. 7.2 DESN 517491 DESN 517489 Removing the Doors Fig. 7.3 Fig. 7.4 DESN 517489 DESN 517490...
Top Plate and Front Plate The top of the insulated cover (lid) - this is chrome or The easiest way to clean the AGA top plate and front stainless steel and can be kept clean by wiping over with a plate is to mop up spills as they happen.
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WARNING: ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT DURING USE. TO AVOID BURNS AND SCALDS CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. Roasting Pans The enamelled roasting pans supplied with the AGA Total Control should be cleaned in hot soapy water, soaking if necessary. A nylon scouring pad can also be used. They may also be cleaned in the dishwasher, but with constant use, the enamelled finish will become dull in appearance.
Troubleshooting ERROR CODES In the unlikely event an error occurs with your AGA Total Control cooker, error codes may be displayed on your handset, for example: Please provide AGA Service with this information. It will assist the service engineer with diagnosing your fault.
REMEMBER, when replacing a part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety and performance specification that we require. DO NOT use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised by AGA. PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE...
(skate with castor wheels) of dimensions 39 9/16” the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and (1005mm) x 29 1/8” 740mm could be used to check if the AGA Total Control fully built appliance is able to fit through the could also affect your statutory rights.
Surfaces over the top of the range must not be closer than If the AGA is to be installed in a brick recess, then the 30” (760 mm). minimum clearance should be increased by at least ”...
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Commission the AGA Total Control, as stated in the relevant Installation Instructions and carry out functional test on each of the features of the AGA Total Control. Attach warning hanger (EGLL516660) located in literature pack, to AGA Total Control handrail when installation is complete.
13. Connection to the Power Supply Electric Shock Hazard The rating plate is located behind the removable plinth, see Fig. 13.2. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard. Electrical Grounding is required on this appliance.
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Mains Supply Location Fig. 13.1 Mains cable fed from control tray right-hand exit through ducting dependent upon position of supply socket DESN 517444 Fig. 13.2 Data plate located behind toe-kick, pull toe-kick to remove. The mains supply connection and isolation point must be within the zone shown DESN 516295...
15. Warranty Welcome What is not included in the guarantee Thank you for choosing an AGA cooker. We are sure that you • Consumable parts will be impressed with the performance of your new AGA • Flues (except integral power and balanced flues).
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Warranty • Oil AGA - oil filters and wicks. • Gas Fired AGA’s - ignitor electrodes, thermocouples. • Electric AGA - Vent and circulation fans are for 2 1/2 years (30 months) Exclusions This warranty does not cover products which have been altered by the customer or by a third party.
For continued efficient and safe operation of this appliance, it is important that servicing is carried out at regular intervals as recommended by your AGA Retailer. The range should be turned OFF in advance of the service so that the appliance will have cooled down sufficiently.
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For further advice or information contact your local AGA Specialist With AGA Marvel’s policy of continuous product improvement, the Company reserves the right to change specifications and make modifications to the appliance described and illustrated at any time. Supplied by AGA Marvel 1260 E.
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