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Summary of Contents for Creda X153E
- Page 1 X153E X156E X253E Installation & User Instructions You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
For your Safety – Always For your Safety – Never Features X153E Features X156E Features X253E Control Panels Hotplates - General Notes (X153E & X253E) Ceramic Hob (X156E) Choosing your Utensils Temperature Conversion Chart Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes (X253E) Grill Chart (X253E) Grilling (X153E &... -
Page 4: 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 5: Installation
Installation WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. 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 rear panel. The cooker must be connected by a competent person, such as one who is a NICEIC registered contractor, to a suit- able double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 32A and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm (applicable... - Page 6 Installation Moving the Cooker Splash Panel Kit (Wall Mounted) Before moving your cooker check that it is cool, and switch off at the cooker control unit. Movement of your cooker is most easily achieved by lifting the front as follows: Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the oven roof, avoiding any grill elements.
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Page 7: For Your Safety - Always
For Your Safety 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 make sure you remove all packing from inside the oven Always and grill compartments before switching on for the first time. -
Page 8: For Your Safety - Never
For Your Safety Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance Never 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. -
Page 9: Features X153E
Features X153E 1000W 2000W (Red Spot) GRILL GRILL DOOR REMOVABLE INNER GLASS DOOR MODEL & SERIAL HOB VENTILATION SLOTS NUMBER 1500W 1000W CONTROL PANEL GRILL DOOR SWITCH GRILL/MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT CREDACLEAN SIDE PANELS OVEN ROD... -
Page 10: Features X156E
Features X156E 1200W 1800W GRILL GRILL DOOR REMOVABLE INNER GLASS DOOR HOB VENTILATION SLOTS MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER 1800W 1200W CONTROL PANEL GRILL DOOR SWITCH GRILL/MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT CREDACLEAN SIDE PANELS OVEN ROD SHELVES PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS... -
Page 11: Features X253E
Features X253E 1000W 2000W (Red Spot) GRILL/TOP OVEN GRILL/TOP OVEN DOOR REMOVABLE INNER GLASS DOOR MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER HOB VENTILATION SLOTS PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS 1500W 1500W (Red Spot) CONTROL PANEL GRILL/MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT CREDACLEAN SIDE PANELS OVEN ROD... -
Page 12: Control Panels
Control Panel X153E and X156E LEFT LEFT FRONT REAR PLATE PLATE X253E TOP OVEN MAIN OVEN INDICATOR INDICATOR LIGHT LIGHT MAIN OVEN OVEN Control Knobs The knobs for the hotplates can be rotated in either direction to provide variable heat control, the Main Oven and Top Oven knobs can only be rotated clockwise from the Off position. -
Page 13: Hotplates - General Notes (X153E & X253E)
Hotplates General Information Notes (X153E & X253E) Note: Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface. Use of Hotplates The controls set the hotplates at six pre-set power levels. Each control can... - Page 14 Hotplates General Information Notes (X153E & X253E) 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)
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Page 15: Ceramic Hob (X156E)
Ceramic Hob (X156E) CAUTION: IF AT ANY TIME A CRACK IN THE SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE IMMEDIATELY FROM THE SUPPLY. Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface as damage can occur. The following boiling plates are located beneath the decorative circular patterned cooking areas:- Front left... - Page 16 Hotplates General Information Notes (X156E) 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 17 General Information Notes - Ceramic Hobs (X156E) PANS SHOULD Not be concave (bowed in) Not be convex (bowed out) Not be rimmed Not be deeply ridged But essentially Flat suitable unsuitable *care should be taken when using any pans on these surfaces not to drag and cause scratching.
- Page 18 General Information Notes (Ceramic Hobs) (X156E) Do Not Do not cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking utensil, as this will result in damage to the surface of the hob. Do not use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to the smooth surface of the hob. Do not drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will cause scratches in the surface of the hob.
- Page 19 General Information Notes (Ceramic Hobs) (X156E) Safety requirements for deep fat frying IMPORTANT – As with any cooking appliance there could be some fire risk attached to the heating of oil, particularly for deep fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be left unattended (e.g.
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Page 20: Choosing Your Utensils
Choosing Your Utensils Choosing your utensils Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of 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. Remember 1. - Page 21 Choosing Your Utensils Do not use utensils with rough bases. 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 or ridged bases. Do not use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than l mm as this will reduce the performance of the hob.
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Page 22: Temperature Conversion Chart
Temperature Conversion Chart ˚F Mark Main Convection Convection Oven – – Main Oven Oven –... -
Page 23: Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes (X253E)
Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes (X253E) The Top Oven is fitted with fixed ‘Creda clean’ sides and one rod shelf. It is heated by two elements – the grill element and an element under the floor of the oven—and has a fully variable temperature control like the main oven. - Page 24 Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes (X253E) Top Oven as a Plates and dishes placed on the floor of the top oven will be heated Hotcupboard when the main oven is in use. When the main oven is not in use (for instance when a meal is being cooked on the hob) place the plates and serving dishes on the rod shelf using the bottom runner, and turn the top oven control to approximately 100°C (200°F).
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Page 25: Grill Chart (X253E)
Grill Chart (X253E) Food Toasting of Bread Products Small cuts of meat, sausages, bacon, etc. Chops, etc Fish whole Fillets Pre-cooked potato products Pizzas Browning of food The temperatures below relate to heat settings recommended on food packs. NEVER LINE THE GRILL PAN WITH ALUMINIUM FOIL. Preheat Shelf Position from Base... -
Page 26: Grilling (X153E & X156E)
Grilling (X153E & X156E) GRILLING MUST BE DONE WITH THE GRILL DOOR OPEN. CONTROL KNOBS MAY BECOME HOT DURING GRILLING. CAUTION: ACCESSIBLE PARTS WILL BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED – CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. To operate the grill proceed as follows: Open the grill door. - Page 27 Grilling (continued) (X153E & X156E) The food to be cooked should be placed on the grill pan/grill pan food support. Place the grill pan on the runners and push back to the stop position when the grill pan is correctly positioned beneath the grill element.
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Page 28: Grill Chart (X153E & X156E)
Grill Chart (X153E & X156E) Pre - heat the grill for 5 minutes on maximum control setting before grilling GRILL CHART Food Toasting of Bread products Small cuts of meat, sausages, bacon, etc. Chops etc. Gammon steaks Chicken pieces Fish: fingers... -
Page 30: Oven Temperature Chart - Baking
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. -
Page 31: Main Oven Cookery Notes
Main Oven Cookery Notes The oven is fitted with ‘Creda clean’ liners and two rod shelves. To heat the oven, turn the control knob clockwise, selecting the required temperature 80˚C (175˚F) and 230˚C (450˚F) as recommended in the temperature chart. The indicator light will immediately come on and remain on until the oven reaches the required temperature. - Page 32 Main Oven Cookery Notes To prepare meat and poultry for roasting in your fan oven. (b) The weight of any stuffing used should be added before calculating the (d) Additional fat should not be added, except for veal, very lean (e) Beef, lamb, mutton and poultry may be dusted lightly with seasoned (g) Potatoes for roasting only require to be brushed with cooking oil (h) It is not necessary to baste when roasting in an electric oven and...
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Page 33: 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 34: Care And Cleaning
Brillo pad, following the grain of the hotplate. This will (X153E and X253E) ensure that any stubborn, burnt on spillages are removed. Wipe over with a damp clean cloth, making sure that all the cleaner has been removed. - Page 35 Wipe out the Grill compartment, use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the grill runners (X153E & X156E), the grill deflector plate (X253E)and the floor of the compartment.
- Page 36 Care and Cleaning Ovens Remove the rod shelves and grill pan. Use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the rod shelves, grill pan and the floor of the oven. Oven Liners The surface of the ‘Credaclean’ oven liners are treated on the mottled face with a special vitreous enamel which absorbs cooking soils.
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Page 37: Cooking Results Not Satisfactory
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? Problem Grilling Uneven cooking front to back Fat splattering Oven Baking Uneven rising of cakes Sinking of cakes Over/Under cooking Fast/Slow cooking Top Oven Baking (X253E only) Uneven cooking front to back Uneven cooking of cakes Uneven rising of cakes Food is taking too long to cook... -
Page 38: Something Wrong With Your Cooker
Something Wrong with your Cooker? Before contacting your Creda Service Centre/Installer, check the problem guide below. Problem Slight odour or small amount of smoke when using the cooker for the first time. Nothing Works Oven temperature seems too high or too low. - Page 39 Disposal of your product To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely. Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply.
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Page 40: Key Contacts
Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm www.credaservice.co.uk Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts & Accessories UK: 08709 077 077 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm Saturday, 8.30am to 12noon www.credaservice.co.uk Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836 www.creda.co.uk 09/2005 Part No. 195054266.00...
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