CONGRATULATIONS CONTENTS Congratulations and thank you for choosing our Westinghouse Important safety instructions �������������������������������������������������������������������������3 upright cooker. We are sure you will find your new appliance Operating for the first time �����������������������������������������������������������������������������5 a pleasure to use and a great asset to your cooking. Before you use the appliance, we recommend that you read through the Installing your oven accessories ��������������������������������������������������������������������6...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING TO AVOID AN ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE OVEN WARNINGS DO NOT use the oven door as a shelf. This appliance is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capability, or DO NOT push down on an open oven door.
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GENERAL APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION Electric Separate Grill Oven depicted. Control panel Removable spill tray (radiant hotplate models only) Hotplate Grill element/ burner Grill with removable grill dish side supports,grill dish & rack (where fitted) Grill door (Fan forced (where fitted) models only) Removable shelves Anti-tilt plate Oven door...
OPERATING FOR THE FIRST TIME CHOOSING UTENSILS FOR ELECTRIC HOTPLATES Refer to the diagram below. GOOD (recessed base) (convex base) (undersize) (oversize) (moisture on hotplate) (no utensil) (recessed base) (convex base) (undersize) (oversize) (moisture on hotplate) (no utensil) CHOOSING UTENSILS FOR GAS HOTPLATES...
INSTALLING OVEN ACCESSORIES FITTING OVEN SHELVES FITTING THE GRILL DISH SUPPORTS • Insert the rear hook into the rear hole. 1. Ensure shelf orientation is correct (refer to diagram below). • Align the front peg to the front hole and push in firmly. 2.
USING THE GAS COOKER GAS OVEN FEATURES AND DESCRIPTIONS GAS OVEN CONVENTIONAL BAKING The heat comes from the bottom oven burner. The temperature WLG503WA at the centre of oven is the same temperature set on the control knob. When oven is used on this mode, shelf position is important, (refer to ‘Oven Guide’).
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USING THE GAS COOKER GAS HOTPLATE LIGHTING GAS HOTPLATE, GRILL AND OVEN Ensure burner caps, crowns and trivets are properly assembled. HOTPLATE IGNITION – (ELECTRONIC) For wok ONLY use the trivet and burner dedicated for Turn appropriate Burner Control Knob onto maximum and wok cooking.
15 minutes, then back to required time setting. 12. Programmable Clock – sets baking/grilling reminder times – sets automatic cooking duration and stop time. NOTE: Clock time must be set before operating oven. SEPARATE GRILL MODELS – FAN-FORCED OVEN WLE527WA/WLE537WA/WLE547WA ELECTRIC COOKER...
USING THE ELECTRIC COOKER TIPS & INFORMATION RADIANT HOTPLATES ELECTRIC OVEN CONVENTIONAL BAKING The high-speed radiant hotplates heat rapidly from a cold start. Heat comes from two elements, one above and one below This saves power. the food. The bottom element is hidden below the floor of the oven.
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SELECTING THE TIMER • Press the MODE button until the timer ‘indicator’ begins flashing. • Set the countdown time you want by using the buttons. 5 seconds after the last change the timer ‘indicator’ will stop flashing and the countdown will start in minutes. •...
GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS WARNING CAUTION WARNING CAUTION • DO NOT place baking trays and oven dishes directly USING THE GRILL against the grid covering the fan at the back of the oven. Separate Grill Grill with door open. • DO NOT place oven dishes directly on the oven base.
CLEANING THE COOKER Ovens and hotplates are made from steel and enamel. CERAMIC HOTPLATES Do not use abrasives and harsh scourers as they may scratch Remove all spilt food with a razor blade scraper while the the surface. hotplate is still warm – NOT HOT. •...
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GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS • To remove the top trim, press the ribbed release clips at CLEANING THE OVEN DOOR each end and lift top trim away from the door. Cool air circulates through the door to lower the surface temperature on the outside of the oven door.
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RE-ASSEMBLING THE OVEN DOOR INNER GLASS • Replace the top trim ensuring the clips snap back into position. • Fully open the door, rotate the stirrups back to their original position and close the door. • When replacing the door inner glass, make sure the black dot it positioned as shown in the image (where applicable).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OVEN Method: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NEW OVEN WITH THIS SIMPLE ‘TEST CAKE’ When baking, it is normal to experience some slight variation in 1. Butter base and sides of two, 20cm straight-sided round temperature throughout the oven, resulting in minor differences in or square cake pans.
OVEN GUIDE The following is intended as a guide. Cooking variation is natural and to be expected. You should experiment with times, temperatures and recipes to obtain the best results to your own taste. Get to know your oven before making a service call. Where the gas models vary from the electric models, details for gas cooking is shown in brackets.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSES WHAT TO DO Uneven cooking Incorrect shelf position Select shelf that puts food in centre of oven Oven tray too large Try other trays or dishes Trays not in centre Put trays in centre Air flow in oven uneven Rotate food during cooking Grill tray affecting thermostat Remove grill tray from oven on bake modes...
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TROUBLE SHOOTING If you have a problem with your appliance check the following before you ring the service line. PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Operational problems Check the electricity is turned on Check your fuses. If the fuse continues to blow, call the Service Centre ie: Oven, grill or hob not working Check the circuit breaker Ensure correct knob is turned...
INSTALLATION LOCATION STABILISING BOLT The appliance has been designed to fit a 550mm gap in kitchen Stability cabinetry. Make sure the top of the hotplate is at least 10mm bolt higher than the level of the bench top. The appliance must not be installed in a corner.
REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT WARNING WARNING Ensure the appliance is switched off at power supply (not just the control knobs) before replacing the light globe to avoid possibility of electric shock. Turn light anti-clockwise to remove it for globe Globe Specifications: 25W (maximum)/230 - 240V Temperature rating 300˚C Edison screw, small (E14)
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INSTALLATION 4. Lift the door slightly and evenly while continuing REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR to slowly close the door. (to be done by qualified personnel only) 1. With door fully open, rotate the two stirrups to its rest position. Stirrup 5.
installation INSTALLATION 4. Open door fully and rotate stirrups away from REPLACING THE OVEN DOOR you back to their original position. (to be done by qualified personnel only) 1. Hold door with both hands. Procedure to assemble the door 2. Locate both hinges into the frame slots at the Procedure to assemble the door (to be done by qualified personnel only).
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INSTALLATION ELECTRIC WIRING REQUIREMENTS HARD WIRING The cooker MUST be installed in compliance with: 1. Remove rear panel. • Wiring connections in AS/NZS3000 wiring rules. 2. Fit wires through hole at bottom centre using the appropriate gland to protect insulation of wires from the hole edge. •...
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INSTALLATION The regulator or test point fitting installation is described in the GAS REQUIREMENTS front of the manual with UNPACKING. This appliance must be installed by an authorised person, according to all codes and regulations of: The cookers come in three gas types: Natural gas, Propane and Universal LPG.
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INSTALLATION WIRING CONNECTION FOR GAS COOKER OPERATION ON UNIVERSAL LPG/PROPANE To allow for disconnection of the appliance after installation, 1. The appliance inlet fitting provided MUST be orientated the plug must be accessible after installation. so that the pressure nipple is accessible. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the 2.
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INSTALLATION TESTING BURNER PERFORMANCE CHECKING THE GAS SUPPLY • Observe the flame appearance on each burner when set to 1. Check the manometer zero point is correct. max. If it is smaller or larger than expected, then the injector 2. Connect the manometer to the cooker pressure test point. size needs checking (refer to table).
Warranty FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND APPLIANCE: BUILT-IN OVEN, COOKTOP AND UPRIGHT RANGE COOKER This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product 6. Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under warranties for Electrolux Appliances.
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