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Page 2: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 information in this book contact the Customer Care Department. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS FOR THE USER Important Safety Information Description of the Appliance Getting to Know Your Appliance Before Using the Appliance Rating Plate Preparing to Use your Appliance The Cooling Fan for the Controls Condensation and Steam Cookware Grill and Oven Furniture The Hob Using the Hob To Light the Hob Burners... -
Page 4: Description Of The Appliance
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE SLIP-IN GAS OVEN Control Panel Grill Main Oven... -
Page 5: Getting To Know Your Appliance
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE THE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES A - Hotplate Control B - Hotplate Control C - Main Oven Temperature Control D - Grill Control E - Hotplate Control F - Hotplate Control G - Ignition Switch... -
Page 6: Before Using The Appliance
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE RATING PLATE This is situated on the front frame of the appliance seen upon opening Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable). The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker. -
Page 7: The Hob
THE HOB USING THE HOB The gas hob has different burner sizes to suit different types of cooking: To ensure maximum burner efficiency only use pots and pans with flat bases appropriate to the burner size used. Larger burner (Rapid or triple crown where applicable) - use a large pan for food such as chips. -
Page 8: Things To Note
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, burner control and do not attempt to re- ignite the burner for at least 1 min. THINGS TO NOTE If you are having any difficulty lighting a hob burner turn all the hob controls off and make sure the burner parts have been replaced correctly. -
Page 9: The Grill
THE GRILL CAUTION – Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away. When you first operate the grill you may hear some sounds as the burner heats up, this is quite normal and is not a fault on the appliance. -
Page 10: Hints And Tips
Place the grill pan on the shelf so that the pan is positioned centrally beneath the grill. Ensure that the cut out on the underside of the handle bracket locates between the bars of the shelf. 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. -
Page 11: The Main 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. -
Page 12: Hints And Tips
HINTS AND TIPS • Arrange the shelves in the required positions before switching the oven on. Shelf positions are counted from the top downwards. • Ensure that food is placed centrally on the shelf and there is sufficient room around the baking tray/dish to allow for maximum circulation. -
Page 13: Cooking Chart
COOKING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures to suit individual preferences and requirements. FOOD Biscuits Bread Bread rolls/buns Cakes: Small & Queen Sponges Victoria Sandwich (7") Madeira (7") Rich Fruit (8") Christmas (8") -
Page 14: Roasting Chart
ROASTING CHART INTERNAL TEMPERATURES – Rare : 50-60°C; Medium : 60-70°C; Well done : 70-80°C MEAT Beef/ Beef boned Mutton/Lamb Pork/Veal/Ham Chicken Turkey/Goose Duck Pheasant Rabbit 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. -
Page 15: Slowcook
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. Some foods such as pastry and biscuits are not suitable for slow cooking because the temperature is too low. -
Page 16: General Points
Vegetables • Cut into small pieces. • Dried beans must be pre-soaked then boiled in an open pan for 15 minutes before adding to any dish. • Place vegetables under meat in casseroles. • Cover food with a tight fitting lid or tin foil. MILK PUDDINGS •... -
Page 17: Care And Cleaning
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. Cleaners that contain bleach should NOT be used as they may dull the surface finishes. -
Page 18: Cleaning The Hob
CLEANING THE HOB Clean the hotplate top using a mild abrasive. Take care not to damage the spark electrodes. spark electrodes are damaged the burners will not light. You can remove the pan supports, burner caps and burner crowns to clean them. Again take care not to damage the spark electrodes. -
Page 19: Cleaning Inside The Grill And Oven Compartments
CLEANING INSIDE THE GRILL AND OVEN COMPARTMENTS The sides and back of the main oven compartment are coated with a special Stayclean coating. They should not be cleaned manually. The vitreous enamel main oven base and grill compartment can be cleaned using normal oven cleaners with care. -
Page 20: Cleaning The Door(S)
CLEANING THE DOOR(S) To prevent damaging or weakening the door glass panels avoid the use of the following: • Household detergents and bleaches • Impregnated pads unsuitable for non- stick saucepans • Brillo/Ajax pads or steel wool pads • Chemical oven pads or aerosols •... -
Page 21: Replacing An Oven Light Bulb
REPLACING AN OVEN LIGHT BULB The type of bulb required is a 300°C 25 watt small Edison Screw. Disconnect appliance electricity supply before replacing the bulb. 1. Make sure the appliance is cool before replacing the bulb. 2. Open the door and remove the shelves and wirework runners. -
Page 22: Something Not Working
SOMETHING NOT WORKING? We recommend that your appliance has an annual gas safety check carried out by our approved service organisation. Please carry out the following checks on your appliance before calling a Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a simple one that you can solve yourself without the expense of a service call. -
Page 23: Service And Spare Parts
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls. CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT For general enquires concerning your Electrolux appliance or for further information on Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.electrolux.co.uk... -
Page 24: Guarantee Conditions
Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux 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: •... -
Page 25: Technical Details
TECHNICAL DETAILS DIMENSIONS Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Space for fixing at hotplate level 2mm minimum clearance Space for fixing above hotplate level See important note 'Location of Appliance'. Minimum space above hotplate 750mm (If cooker hood is fitted refer to the cooker hood installation instructions. Minimum distance from rear wall 5mm (spacer given by pressed spacer on vent panel) CONNECTIONS Gas connection: -... -
Page 26: Installation Instructions
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. -
Page 27: Moving Your Appliance
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. Alternatively you could remove the floor covering. -
Page 28: Connecting To The Electricity Supply
CONNECTING TO THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Do not earth this appliance to the gas supply piping. Connect to 230-240 A.C supply only. Connection to the electricity supply should be made via a properly earthed, readily accessible wall socket. -
Page 29: Connecting To Gas Supply
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY This appliance is designed to be installed with an appliance flexible connection only. Supply piping should not be less than R /8. Connection is made to the Rc ½ (½” B.S.P.) female threaded entry pipe located just below the hotplate level on the rear left hand side of the appliance. -
Page 30: General Note
CHECKING THE GRILL Place the grill pan containing the grid, with the handle attached, into the grill compartment. Light the grill burner by turning the grill tap full on and pressing the ignition button on the fascia panel. As soon as the burner is lit the button can be released. CHECKING THE HOTPLATE Lift the lid. -
Page 31: Notes
NOTES... - Page 32 In line with our continuing policy of research and development, we reserve the right to alter models and specifications without prior notice. This instruction booklet is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded if specifications or appearance are changed. ELECTROLUX MAJOR APPLIANCES, ADDINGTON WAY, LUTON, BEDFORDSHIRE LU4 9QQ.
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