The following symbols are used in this user manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance. General information and tips Environmental information Contents Important safety instructions Product description Controls and their functions Before first use Grill and oven furniture The electronic minute minder...
Important safety instructions These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings please contact customer care.
• (NG models only) Do not leave the grill pan handle in position when grilling, as it will become hot. • (NG models only) Always use oven gloves to remove and replace the grill pan handle when grilling. • Always support the grill pan when it is in the withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.
Before using the appliance Rating plate • This is usually situated on the front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening either the main or top oven door. Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable).
Grill and oven furniture • The following items of grill and oven furniture have been supplied with the appliance. If you require replacements of any of the items listed below please contact your local service force centre. (LPG models only) 1 grill pan 1 grill pan handle Note: If you require an additional handle for...
The electronic minute minder The electronic minute minder can also be used to show the time of day. Please note that this is a 24-hour clock, for example 2.00pm is shown as 1400. Set the time of day When the electricity Press the decrease supply is first switched and increase buttons...
The minute minder At the end of the timed period an audible signal will sound for up to 2 minutes. The bell symbol will flash and the time of day will show in the display. To set press the decrease button and the display will read 0.00.
To cancel the minute minder Press and hold the decrease button and the Press and release the display will count down in one minute intervals decrease button. to 0.00. The hob The gas hob has different burner sizes to suit different types of cooking.
To turn off any burner Turn the control knob to the off position. This is shown by a large dot. When lighting any burner, ensure that it is lit before you leave the appliance. When turning off a burner, ensure the flame has gone out before leaving the appliance.
The grill Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away. Using the grill Fully open the door before lighting the grill. Push in and turn the Press the ignition control knob to the left button immediately.
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The grill pan and handle (LPG models only) The grill pan has a removable handle. Attach and remove as described below To attach. Place the Slide the handle to the wirework under the left and over the cut out in the pan so central bump on the that the metal plate grill pan.
Hints and tips • Most foods should be placed on the grid in the grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air to lift the food out of the fats and juices. • Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses of food.
The top oven The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is designed for cooking smaller quantities of food. Place single dishes on the centre of the shelf. You should turn all food round during cooking The top oven is also ideal for use as warming compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot.
Things to note Do not place dishes, tins and trays directly on the oven base as it becomes very hot and damage will occur. To fit the top oven shelf Only use the shelf with the solid metal plate at the rear of the shelf in the second oven.
The main oven Heat zones There are zones of heat within the oven. The temperature in the middle is the gas mark you have chosen. The top of the oven is slightly hotter and the lower shelf slightly cooler. The base of the oven is quite a lot cooler.
To turn the main oven off Push in the control knob and turn to the off position. Things to note The oven light will illuminate. Hints and tips • Arrange the shelves in the required positions before switching the oven on. Shelf positions are numbered from the top downwards.
Oven cooking chart The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by to suit individual preferences and requirements. Food Biscuits Bread Bread rolls/buns Small / Queen Cakes Sponges Victoria Sandwich Madeira Cake Rich Fruit Cake Christmas Cake...
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Oven cooking chart continued Food Choux Pastry Éclairs / Profiteroles Flaky Pastry Mince Pies Pasta Lasagne etc. Meat Pies Quiche, Tarts, Flans Shepherd’s Pie Soufflés Fish Fish Pie Beef Casserole Lamb Casserole Convenience Foods Baked Potatoes Roast Potatoes Large Yorkshire Puddings: Individual Yorkshire Puddings *When baking bread cook for 10 minutes at gas mark 8 then reduce to mark 6 for the remaining...
Roasting chart Meat Beef/ Beef boned Mutton/Lamb Pork/Veal/Ham Chicken Turkey/Goose Duck Pheasant Rabbit INTERNAL TEMPERATURES – Rare: 50-60°C; Medium: 60-70°C; Well done: 70-80°C The roasting temperatures and times given in the chart should be adequate for most joints, but slight adjustments may be required to allow for personal requirements and the shape and texture of the meat.
Slow cook The slow cook setting gives a very low heat in the oven. It is particularly useful when you are cooking soups, stews and casseroles because the long slow cooking will make cheaper, tougher cuts of meat more tender. Using slow cook You need to cook food at gas mark 6 for 30 minutes before you turn the oven down to the slow cook setting.
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If necessary press The bell symbol will show in the display. The and hold the decrease minute minder will begin to count down once button to achieve the set. The time of day will show in the display. correct time interval. At the end of the timed period an audible signal will be heard.
Food preparation – slow cooking Joints of meat and poultry • Do not cook meat joints over 2.7kg (6lb). • Do not cook poultry over 2 kg (4lb 8oz). • Cook on the middle shelf of the oven or above. •...
Care and cleaning Before cleaning always allow the appliance to cool down before switching off at the electricity supply. Cleaning materials • Before using any cleaning materials on your appliance, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer.
2. Cap to crown. Place cap centrally on the top of crown (enamel side up). Move sideways and front to back to check the cap is properly fitted. 3. Check for ignition. If a burner will not light then you need to check the crown and cap positions.
To remove the outer door glass Open the oven door slightly to gain access to the two cross head screws on the top of the oven door. Loosen the two screws using a Pozidrive screwdriver. Hold the door glass securely in place with one hand before removing the screws completely with the other hand.
Replacing an oven light bulb • The type of bulb required is a 300°C 25 watt small Edison Screw. Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb. • Open the door and remove the shelves to enable easy access to the oven light assembly.
Troubleshooting • Maintenance must only be carried out by a competent/qualified person. Do not try to alter/modify the appliance yourself, as this could be dangerous. • We recommend that your appliance has an annual gas safety check carried out by our approved service organisation.
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PROBLEM The hob burners will not light. The flame colour is orange/yellow. The burner is not igniting or only partially lighting. The burner sounds noisy. The burner is emitting a popping sound. Noise. POSSIBLE SOLUTION Ensure the burner parts have been placed correctly.
Technical details Dimensions Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Space for fixing at hotplate level Space for fixing above hotplate level Minimum space above hotplate level Minimum distance from rear wall Connections Gas connection Electrical connection This appliance complies with: European Council Directives Low voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, Gas Directive 90/396/EEC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
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Technical details Hotplate Natural Gas R.H.F. Heat input 1.0kW (3412 Btu/h) Injector marking Hotplate L.P. Gas R.H.F. Heat input 1.0kW (71.8g/h) Injector marking Grill Heat Input 2.7kW (9215 Btu/h) Injector marking Second oven Natural Gas Heat Input 2.4kW (8189 Btu/h) Injector marking Dual control Fixed internal...
Installation instructions Important – safety requirements • 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. This appliance must be installed and/or serviced by a competent person in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions and the I.E.E.
Moving your appliance • You may damage some soft or badly fitted floor coverings when you move the appliance. The floor covering under the appliance should be securely fixed so it does not ruck up when you move the appliance across it.
Leveling the appliance • Adjustment to suit floor conditions or height is obtained by rotating clockwise or anti clockwise the feet at the front and rear of the appliance. A spirit level should be placed on one of the shelves to confirm the appliance is correctly leveled.
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse. In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been obtained and fitted. Connecting to gas supply • This appliance is designed to be installed with an appliance flexible connection only.
4. Assemble upper bracket to lower bracket so that the underside of bracket is dimension 'C' + 3mm above floor level. (See Fig. 1b) Reposition appliance and check that top bracket engages into appliance back as shown in Fig. 1b. Pressure testing 1.
5. Set the oven control to Mk 2, close the oven door and check that after about 10 minutes the flame size has reduced. 6. Turn off the control and check that the oven flames go out. General note • Instruct the user on how to use the appliance and its ignition system.
Service and spare parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local service force centre by telephoning: - 0870 5 929929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the service force centre covering your postcode area.
Guarantee conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:...
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