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- Page 1 Users Guide & Installation Handbook Duel Fuel Range Cooker (Sterling, Richmond & Gourmet) Gas hob with electric ovens and grill All sizes included Please read carefully and retain for future reference...
- Page 2 If, however, you should find something missing, or not covered, please contact the Stoves Customer Care team who will be only too happy to assist you on: 0870 444 9929 In addition you could always try the website for frequently asked questions and more Customer Care information.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents User’s Section ......... . . 1 -56 Introduction . - Page 4 Contents Guides & Information ........40 - 57 Main oven guide ( all models).
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Page 5: User's Section
Introduction Your range cooker Our range cookers come in the following dimensions: Width: Height Depth: 70cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm 80cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm 90cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm 100cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm 110cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm 120cm 90 - 91.5cm 60cm... -
Page 6: Specifications
Specifications Sterling Sterling Sterling Richmond Contemporary Contemporary Contemporary Traditional 800DF 1000DF 1100DF 1000DF Hob burners: For ratings see Technical Data Auxillary Semi Rapid Rapid Timer: LED/Programmer? LED/Min. Minder? Top oven: Grill? Top oven & Grill? Top LHS Main oven: Conventional? Fanned? Top RHS Top RHS... - Page 7 Specifications Richmond Gourmet Gourmet Traditional Professional Professional 1100DF 900DF 1100DF Hob burners: For ratings see Technical Data Auxillary Semi Rapid Rapid Timer: LED/Programmer? LED/Min. Minder? Top oven: Grill? Top oven & Grill? Top LHS Main oven: Conventional? Fanned? Top RHS Top RHS Multifunction? Bottom LHS...
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Page 8: Before Using Your Cooker
Before Using Your Cooker Before using this appliance please make sure that you have removed all packag- ing and wrapping. Some of the furniture inside this appliance may have addi- tional wrapping. It is also advised that you turn the ovens and/or grill on for a short while, this will burn off any residues left from manufacturing. -
Page 9: Using The Programmer/Clock
The programmer/clock Introduction This appliance comes with an automatic programmer and clock. Through your programmer you will be able to set the time of day, set the minute minder, and semi and fully automatically cook. The programmer is vital to the working of your appliance, and reading this section will make sure that you get the most out of your ovens. - Page 10 The programmer/clock Symbols on the display. This ‘A’ symbol appears when either a semi, or fully Automatic symbol automatic program is selected. This symbol will flash while a program is being set. Once a program is set the symbol will light up, and remain lit until the alarm sounds, or the program is cancelled This Bell symbol appears when the Minute Minder function has been selected.
- Page 11 The programmer/clock Setting the time of day Before you do anything with your ovens, you must set the correct time of day. This will enable you to make the most of all the ovens functions. Press the Plus and Minus buttons together for a few seconds, and release. The ‘...
- Page 12 The programmer/clock Setting the minute minder To set the Minute Minder, press the Function button once. The bell symbol will appear and start flashing. The flashing only lasts for 5 seconds so the time must be set within this time frame. Use the Plus and Minus button to set the length of time required.
- Page 13 The programmer/clock Semi-automatic cooking There are two types of semi automatic cooking available on this appliance. The oven must be switched on, and in use to use either of these functions successfully. The Duration method allows you to set the oven for a specific length of time. If a dish needed 2 hours to cook, then it would be possible for you to set the oven to turn off 2 hours later.
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Page 14: Setting The Programmer
Setting the Programmer Semi - Automatic Cooking The Duration method Press the Function button twice, which will skip past the Minute Minder. The display will flash the word ‘dur’ , and the ‘A’ will flash on the left hand side of the display. Use the Plus and Minus buttons to set the length of time you want to cook for. - Page 15 Setting the Programmer Fully Automatic Cooking (example) This programming method is best suited for when a delayed start time is required. Unlike the semi automatic methods this requires both the duration and the end time to be entered. The timer will work out the start time and begin cooking. Press the function button twice to select the length of time your food will need.
- Page 16 Setting the programmer Fully Automatic Cooking (example) Press the function button three times to select an end time. The ‘End’ message will be displayed. Using the Plus and Minus buttons, set the time you would like the oven to switch off. Set the temperature of the oven and place the food inside.
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Page 17: Automatic Cooking
Setting the programmer Automatic cooking These notes below are to help you with using the automatic cooking facility. Please make sure that you read them carefully before you start using the automatic functions. • Familiarise yourself with the use of the programmer. •... -
Page 18: Using Your Hob
Your Hob Always make sure before you start using the hob that the burner caps, rings and pansupports are correctly placed. This will prevent pans becoming unstable while in use, and ensure an uninterrupted gas flow. Using the hob safely Always make sure that children are supervised when they are near to the hob when it is turned on. -
Page 19: Getting Started
Your Hob Getting started Always make sure the lid (if fitted) on your cooker has been lifted before starting to use the hob, if the lid falls while the hob is in use the SBS will cut off the gas supply - please do not use this as a method of turning off your appliance. -
Page 20: The Fold Down Lid
Your Hob The fold down lid - if fitted Caution: Glass lids may shatter when heated. Turn off all the burners before shutting the lid. When opening and closing the lid, use the cooler outer sides of the lid trim. The lid must be opened fully, so there is no danger of it closing while the hob is being used. -
Page 21: Your Griddle
Your Griddle Caution: Accessible parts may be hot when the griddle is used. Young children should be kept away. The appliance may be supplied with a griddle. Only use the griddle which has been approved for use on this appliance. Do not use any other griddle, as this may be hazardous. -
Page 22: Tips & Hints
Your Hob - Tip and Hints Energy Saving To save energy: Position pans centrally over the burners. Only heat the amount of liquid you need. Once liquids have been brought to the boil, reduce the heat setting to a simmer. Consider using a pressure cooker if possible. -
Page 23: Care & Cleaning
The hob Care and Cleaning In order to keep your hob looking good, and working efficiently, it is important that you make sure it remains clean. Sometimes when a hob is not working well, it is because it needs cleaning. Important: Always make sure that the hob is totally cooled before cleaning. -
Page 24: Care & Cleaning
The hob Care & Cleaning (cont’d) Important: Always make sure that the hob is totally cooled before cleaning. Burner caps and heads For the burners to work safely, and efficiently the slots in the burner head when the flames burn should be cleared of deposits. Clean with a nylon brush, rinse and then dry thoroughly. -
Page 25: Your Grill
Your Grill Using your grill safely Warning: Accessible parts may become hot when the grill is in use. Children should be kept away. Always make sure children are supervised if they are near the grill when it is in use. Always keep a close eye on the food you are grilling to prevent burning and a potential fore hazard. - Page 26 Your Grill These instructions are for the following appliances: Sterling 800DF, 1000DF & 1100DF. Gourmet 900DF & 1100DF The conventional grill Do not leave the grill unattended while it is in use. Before you use the grill, make sure you have placed the grill shelf in the position you need as once the grill is on you may injure yourself if you try and move the shelf.
- Page 27 Your Grill These instructions are for the following appliances: Sterling 800DF, 1000DF & 1100DF. Gourmet 900DF & 1100DF The fanned grill Do not leave the grill unattended while it is in use. Before you use the grill, make sure you have placed the grill shelf in the position you need as once the grill is on you may injure yourself if you try and move the shelf.
- Page 28 Your Grill These instructions are for the following appliances: Richmond 1000DF & 1100DF - Main Oven The Richmond main oven grill uses the half grill only. Conventional grill Important: The door must be closed when the grill is used. When opening the door, take care to avoid skin contact with any steam which may escape from the cooking.
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Page 29: Your Grill (Sterling & Gourmet Models)
Your Grill These instructions are for the following appliances: Richmond 1000DF & 1100DF - Top Oven The conventional grill Important: The door must be kept open when the grill is used. Do not leave the grill unattended while it is in use. Before you use the grill, make sure you have placed the grill shelf in the position you need as once the grill is on you may injure yourself if you try and move the shelf. -
Page 30: Your Grill (Richmond Models)
Your Grill Cooling fan The grill comes with a cooling fan which is designed to keep the fascia and con- trols cool while the grill is in use. The fan comes on automatically once the grill is in use and will continue for around 10 minutes after the grill has been switched off. -
Page 31: Your Top Oven (Richmond Models)
Your Top Oven Using the Top Oven safely During use the oven becomes hot. Please take care not to touch the heating elements inside the oven. Always make sure children are supervised if they are near the top oven when it is in use. -
Page 32: Your Conventional Top Oven
Your Conventional Top Oven The following appliances have a Top Oven: Richmond 1000DF & 1100DF Getting started This is a secondary oven and is ideal for smaller dishes. The top oven is a conventional oven Important! Switching on the oven Never place food, or dishes on the base of the top oven - the element is here and it will... -
Page 33: Tip & Hints
Conventional Top Oven Hints and Tips Pre-heating To get the best results from your conventional top oven, we recommend pre- heating for around 5 to 15 minutes before placing your dishes in. This is espe- cially important for items which are chilled, frozen, batter based, yeast based or whisked sponges. -
Page 34: Top Oven Guide
Top Oven Guide Temp. Time Shelf Food Type Position Setting ˙C Approx. Conv Cakes Small cakes 15 - 25 Whisked sponge 20 - 25 Swiss roll 10 - 12 Victoria sandwich 20 - 25 Genoese sponge 20 - 25 Madeira Semi rich fruit cake - 3hrs Dundee cake... -
Page 35: Cleaning The Top Oven/Grills (All Models)
Your Top Cavity Cleaning the top oven / grill Always allow the oven to cool before cleaning. Some foods can cause fat to spit, especially if you have open roasted, this leaves the inside of the cavity greasy. It is important to clean the oven cavity as a build up of fat can damage the appliance and may invalidate your guarantee. -
Page 36: Your Main Oven(S)
Your Main Oven(s) Using the Main Oven safely During use the oven becomes hot. Please take care not to touch the heating elements inside the oven. Always make sure children are supervised if they are near the oven when it is in use. -
Page 37: Your Multifunction Ovens (All Models) - Functions
Multifunction Oven - Functions Main Oven Function Recommended Uses Used to finish off the bases of food following cooking using the Base Heat Only conventional or fanned modes. The base heat can be used to provide additional browning for pizzas, pies and quiche. Use this function towards the end of cooking. -
Page 38: Your Multifunction Oven(S)
Your Multifunction Oven The following appliances have a Multifunction Oven: Sterling 800DF, 1000DF & 1100DF. Richmond 1000DF & 1100DF. Gourmet 900DF & 1100DF. Important: Never place food, or dishes on the base of the main oven - the element is here and it will cause over heating. - Page 39 Your Multifunction Oven Pre-heating To get the best results from your oven, we recommend pre-heating for around 5 to 15 minutes before placing your dishes in. If however you have selected the fan oven, or the intensive bake, pre-heating is not always necessary - the fan will heat the oven quickly and efficiently, We do recommend that you always pre-heat if you are cooking frozen or chilled foods, and for sensitive items such as batter based dishes or whisked sponges.
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Page 40: Your Fanned Oven(S)
Your Fanned Oven The following appliances have a Fanned Oven: Sterling 1000DF& 1100DF. Richmond 1000DF & 1100DF. Gourmet 1100DF. There is also a fan assisted main oven, which allows you to cook quicker and without preheating in some cases. The specification at the front of this hand- book will let you know which oven is your fanned oven, as not all appliances have a fanned oven, however you can use this section for more information on using the fanned oven function of the multifunction oven. - Page 41 Your Fanned Oven Switching on the oven Use the main oven control to turn your oven on, and select your temperature. The thermostat indicator will come on to show that the oven is heating, and once the temperature is achieved, it will go out. Throughout the duration of your cooking the neon will come on and off, this shows that the thermostat is maintaining you heat choice.
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Page 42: Fanned Oven (Tips & Hints)
Your Fanned Oven Hints & Tips Pre-heating To get the best results from your oven, we recommend pre-heating for around 5 to 15 minutes before placing your dishes in. This is especially important for items which are chilled, frozen, batter based, yeast based or whisked sponges. To save time and energy: It is possible to use the fan oven to kick start your appliance, rather than pre-heat. - Page 43 Your Fanned Oven Hints & Tips Note: as this is a high efficiency oven, some adjustment will have to be made to conventional cooking temperatures. T he ta bl e be l o w s h o w s c o nv e n t i o n a l c o o k i ng te mp era t u r e s , ‘A’...
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Page 44: Guides & Information
Oven Guide - all oven types Temp. Time Shelf Food Type Position Setting ˙C Approx. Conv Fanned Intensive Cakes Small cakes 15 - 25 7 & 13 Whisked sponge 15 - 20 Swiss roll 10 - 12 Victoria sandwich 20 - 30 Genoese sponge 20 - 25 Madeira... -
Page 45: General Roasting Guide
Oven Roasting Guide Roasting guide The roasting guide can be used with any oven as there is information on all func- tions. These can be applied wheter your oven is Multifunction, Fanned or Conventional Roasting times depend on the weight, shape and texture of the meat, and of course, personal preference. - Page 46 Oven Roasting Guide This is an approximate guide only, results can be adjusted depending on taste and personal preferences Type of Temp. Time Shelf Pre-heat? meat Setting Approx. number Approx Conv Fanned 20 - 30 minutes Beef per 450g (1lb) + 180 - 190˙C 160˙C 20 minutes...
- Page 47 Oven Roasting Guide Roast turkey Roasting turkey perfectly involves cooking two different types of meat - the deli- cate light breast meat, which must not be allowed to dry out, and the darker leg meat, which takes longer to cook. The turkey must be roasted long enough for the legs to cook, so frequent bast- ing is necessary.
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Page 48: Slow Cook Oven (Sterling & Richmond)
Your Slow Cook Oven Introduction One of your oven compartments is an electric oven which provides a gentle heat suitable for slow cooking or keeping food warm. The oven is operated by a but- ton at the right hand of the fascia, and a red neon will illuminate to show that the oven is switched on. - Page 49 Your Slow Cook Oven Keeping food warm Turn the oven on, and allow to preheat for 20 minutes before placing the food in the oven. If food is to be kept moist then it is important to cover the dish or plate to prevent food from drying out.
- Page 50 Your Slow Cook Oven Using the slow cook oven Turn the oven on and preheat for 20 minutes. Always place the prepared cooking pot centrally on the base of the oven. Follow the guide lines for the best results. The maximum capacity of ovenproof dishes should be no more than 2.5 litres (4.5 pints).
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Page 51: General Baking Guide
Baking Guide Trouble-shooting - Fruit Cakes PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Fruit sinking to the bottom Low oven temperature which may cause the cake to take longer to set, allowing the fruit to sink. Or, too much liquid, or raising agent. The fruit may not have been prop- erly washed and dried. - Page 52 Baking Guide Trouble-shooting - Biscuits & Batters PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Hard and brittle biscuits Over baking or insufficient liquid Biscuits spreading during baking Oven too cool. Baking tray over greased. Too much sugar Soggy, heavy and tough batter Batter too thick. Tin too small. Oven too cool or fat insufficiently heated.
- Page 53 Baking Guide Trouble-shooting Sandwich cakes & Sponges cont’d PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Close / doughy texture Too much liquid. Too little flour. Too much sugar. Insufficiently creamed. Not enough raising agent. Ingredients too warm. Insufficient air incorporated during mixing. Over baked outside, undercooked centre Oven temperature too high.
- Page 54 Baking Guide Trouble-shooting - Scones & Teabreads PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Heavy and badly risen Insufficient raising agent. Heavy handling during kneading. Not enough liquid. Oven too cool, or scones baked on too low a shelf position. Scones spread out and lost their shape. Too much liquid.
- Page 55 Baking Guide Trouble-shooting - Pastry PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Hard and tough Insufficient fat. Too much liquid. Over baking. Oven too cool. Soggy Too much liquid. Oven too cool. Insufficient baking. Lack of a steam vent. Filling too hot when covered by pastry. Shrinking Over-stretched during rolling or shaping.
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Page 56: Storage Compartment
Your Storage Compartment The storage compartment should only be used to store oven furniture. Baking trays and roasting tins may be stored in the compartment. The plate rack may be used to store plates - but make sure that they are ove n p ro o f. -
Page 57: Cleaning The Main Oven
Your Main Oven Cleaning the main oven Always allow the oven to cool before cleaning. Some foods can cause fat to spit, especially if you have open roasted, this leaves the inside of the cavity greasy. It is important to clean the oven cavity as a build up of fat can damage the appliance and may invalidate your guarantee. -
Page 58: Telescopic Shelving System
Telescopic Shelving System Standard shelving positions Telescopic shelf position Standard shelving positions Telescopic shelf position The telescopic shelving system is a new method of supporting the shelves in your oven and grill. In addition to the traditional shelving fitted into your appliance, the telescopic shelving system is fitted in the most commonly used location in your cavity. -
Page 59: Telescopic Shelving System
Telescopic Shelving System The telescopic shelves remove easily from the runner for repositioning or clean- ing, but we recommend that you reposition your shelving before cooking, and remove the shelving for cleaning only when the shelves are cold to prevent burn- ing yourself. -
Page 60: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Cooker
Cleaning Your Appliance Always allow your appliance to cool down before cleaning any part of it. Painted, plastic, metal finish & gold coloured parts (where fitted) control knobs & programmer buttons, painted metal door & fascia panels, side panels, handles, grill pan handle Only use a clean cloth wrung out in hot soapy wa t e r. - Page 61 Cleaning Your Appliance Aluminium surfaces (Aluminium finish models only) fascia panel, door handles, doors Use a clean cloth wrung out in hot soapy water, and dry with a soft cloth. More stubborn marks can be removed using diluted liquid cleaner in the cor- rect concentration (according to manufacturers instructions.
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Page 62: Installation Instructions
Installing Your Cooker Always make sure that your appliance is fitted correctly, by a competent installer. Failure to do this will invalidate any warranty, or guarantees and will lead to you being charged for labour and parts. This is a Class 1 appliance regarding installation requirements. Before you start Always make sure that you have carefully read through the installation pages of this book - careful planning at the beginning will ensure a quick and easy instal-... -
Page 63: Clearances
Installing Your Cooker Clearances This cooker may be fitted flush to the base units of your kitchen. No shelf, overhang, cupboard, or cooker hood should be less than 650mm above the hob top, but please check this with the hood manufacturers instruc- tions. -
Page 64: Regulations & Requirements
Installing Your Cooker The information below is crucial to installing this appliance correctly and safely. Ventilation Requirements The room containing the appliance should have an air supply in accordance with BS 5440:Part 2. All rooms require an openable window, or equivilant, and some will require addi- tional venting also. - Page 65 Installing Your Cooker The information below is crucial to installing this appliance correctly and safely. UK Regulations & Standards always refer to the most recent issue of the standards Gas Safety Regulations. Building Regulations - issued by the Department of the Environment. Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) - issued by the Scottish Development Department.
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Page 66: Connecting To The Electrical Supply (Except Gourmet 900Df)
Installing Your Cooker Connecting the electricity supply All appliances, excluding Gourmet 900DF Equipment you will need: Flat bladed screw driver This appliance must be earthed! This appliance must be fitted using a double pole unit of 30 ampere minimum capacity with 3mm minimum contact at all poles. Access to the mains terminal is gained by opening the terminal block cover at the rear of the appliance - use a flat bladed screw driver for this. -
Page 67: Connecting To The Electrical Supply (Gourmet 900Df Only)
Installing Your Cooker Connecting the electricity supply Gourmet 900DF only This appliance must be earthed! The flexible mains lead is supplied connected to a BS 1363 fused plug, having a fuse of 13 amp capacity. If this plug does not fit the socket in your home, it should be replaced with a suit- able plug as outlined below. -
Page 68: Connecting To The Gas Supply
Installing Your Cooker Connecting to the gas supply The inlet to the cooker is ” BSP internal situated at the rear right corner Fit the bayonet connection. This should be located so as to ensure that the flex- ible hose does not kink. Use a 900mm - 1125mm length of flexible hose. -
Page 69: Securing Your Appliance
Installing Your Cooker Stabilising and Securing Your cooker may come with a stability chain, if it does not we recommend that you buy a stability bracket from your local supplier, this will keep the cooker from moving and will prevent damage to the flexible hosing at the back of the cooker. Your stability bracket You can buy a stability bracket from your supplier and it can fitted as follows: Place the cooker in position and draw a pencil line level with the front edge. -
Page 70: Technical Data
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Page 75: Customer Care
Changing Light Bulbs Not all appliances have the same number and type of bulbs. Before replacing your bulb, open the top/main oven door and see which type you have. Then use the table below to help you change your bulb correctly. Please remember that bulbs are not covered by your warranty. -
Page 76: Service Record
Service Record Date of purchase Installers stamp / signature Date of installation Place of purchase Date Part(s) Replaced Signature... -
Page 77: Cook Shop
Cook Shop Product description Product code Quantity Where used Rectangular carbon filters 082612620 Hoods Round carbon filters 082611571 Hoods Ceramic hob scraper kit 082606781 All ceramic glass hobs/hob tops including induction. Ceramic hob cleaner and 082606780 All ceramic glass conditioner hobs/hob tops including induction Sealed hotplate... - Page 79 Alternatively, you can register, and apply for extended warranty on line at: www.stoves.co.uk/contact/warranty. If your appliance is covered by the warranty and guarantee, you will not be billed for work undertaken should your appliance be faulty, terms and conditions do apply, so please read through the literature carefully.
- Page 80 Model Number Serial Number Glen Dimplex Home Appliances Limited is the owner of the Stoves brand and is part of the Glen Dimplex group of companies. 08 27189 01 © 06.2005 Stoney Lane, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 2XW...
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