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Parkinson Cowan Sonata 55GLX Owner's And Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Owners handbook Installation instructions...

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Introduction This gas cooker has been designed and manufactured to all the necessary British Standards. It also carries the C.E. mark. The cooker complies with European Council Directive 90/396/EEC. It is important that you understand how to use and care for the cooker properly before you use it for the first time.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Contents Page Lighting the cooker The grill The hotplate The ovens Oven temperature chart Oven cooking chart - main oven - second oven Slow cooking Care and cleaning Installing the cooker General information What is wrong and why? Servicing...

  • Page 4: Lighting The Cooker

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Lighting the cooker The ignition system works by means of a battery. Details on how to replace the battery are given on page 30. Hotplate To light 1 Lift up the lid. You cannot use the hotplate when the lid is down. 2 Push in the control knob and turn to the large flame symbol (highest setting), and press the ignition button immediately.
  • Page 5 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Grill/second oven The grill and the second oven are operated by the same control so you cannot use them both at the same time. Grill To light: 1 Open the door. 2 Push in the control knob and turn it to the right to the large flame symbol (highest setting), and press the ignition button immediately.

  • Page 6: Main Oven

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Main oven To light: 1 Open the oven door. 2 Push in the control knob and turn it to gas mark 9, and press the ignition button immediately. When the burner has lit release the button.

  • Page 7: The Grill

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X The grill The grill is a high-speed grill. The instructions below tell you how to vary the heat setting and how to change the height of the trivet to suit the food you are cooking.
  • Page 8 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X General The shelf in the grill/second oven is different from the shelves in the main oven. It is important that you do not swap them over. Only use the shelf with the solid metal plate underneath it in the grill/second oven.

  • Page 9: The Hotplate

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X The hotplate You can only use the hotplate when the lid is open. If you have any trouble lighting a hotplate burner, turn all hotplate control knobs off and make sure that the burner parts have been replaced correctly.
  • Page 10 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X For your safety Take care to avoid burns and scalds when you are reaching across the hotplate. Use pans with flat bases. They are more stable than pans which are warped. Do not use pans with very heavy handles which cause the pan to tip.

  • Page 11: Helpful Hints

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Helpful hints Keep flames under the base of the pans. If the flames lick round the sides of the pans you are wasting gas. Only heat the amount of liquid you need. Do not overfill pans.

  • Page 12: The Ovens

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X The ovens Before you use the ovens you should wipe the base with a damp cloth. This will remove any dust. Heat zones Main oven - There are zones of heat within the oven.
  • Page 13 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Most second oven cooking should be carried out using the shelf provided in shelf position 2. However, when cooking a small joint or a deep cake you can use the shelf on the base of the second oven to allow enough air to Shelf on base circulate around the food.

  • Page 14: Oven Temperature Chart

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Condensation Condensation may form on the cooker. This is quite normal and nothing to worry about. The condensation forms when heat and moisture are present, for example during cooking. Whenever possible try to make sure that food which contains a lot of moisture, for example casseroles, are covered.

  • Page 15: Oven Cooking Chart - Main Oven

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  • Page 18: Second Oven

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  • Page 21: Slow Cooking

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Slow cooking Please note: There is no slow cook on the second oven. The slow cook setting gives a very low heat in the oven. It is particularly useful when cooking soups, stews and casseroles because the long slow cooking will make cheaper, tougher cuts of meat more tender.

  • Page 22: Frozen Foods

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Soups, casseroles and stews Do not cook casseroles over 3kg (6lb). Bring to the boil on the hotplate then cook on slow cook. Cook in the middle of the oven or above. Vegetables Cut into small pieces.

  • Page 23: Care And Cleaning

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X For your safety For hygiene and safety reasons you must keep this gas cooker clean. A build up of fat or other foodstuff could cause a fire. Try to mop up spills and splashes as soon as they happen. But be careful as parts of the cooker will be hot.

  • Page 24: When Replacing Hotplate Burner Parts

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X You can wash the removable parts in very hot soapy water. You may use mild abrasives. Make sure that the electrode and the hole and slots in the crown are not blocked with food or cleaning materials. Clean the burner crowns by soaking them in very hot soapy water.

  • Page 25: The Main Oven

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X The main oven The sides and back of your oven are coated in a special material which helps to keep itself clean. Follow these simple rules to maintain the appearance of the special finish.

  • Page 26: Oven Cleaning Cycle

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Oven cleaning cycle Please note: The oven cleaning cycle can only be used in the main oven. You need to follow the cycle to keep the inside of the main oven in good condition.

  • Page 27: Cleaning Between The Outer And Inner Door Glass

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Cleaning between the outer and inner door glass You can remove the glass from the oven and grill doors if you need to. To remove the outer glass Note: For second oven door it is important not to open the door when the glass is removed because the door is lighter and it will spring shut.

  • Page 28: Installing The Cooker

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Installing the cooker For your safety This cooker must be installed and serviced by a competent person as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) regulations current editions. It is important that the cooker is suitable for your gas supply.
  • Page 29 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Positioning The diagram shows how close to the cooker cupboards, shelves, curtains and so on can be fitted. Check the diagram and carefully read the instructions to make sure your cooker is fitted safely. If you are in doubt your installer will give you advice.

  • Page 30: General Information

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X General information For your safety Do not block any of the cooker vents. Never line any part of the cooker with aluminium foil. Don't let items which can catch fire or electric mains leads such as kettle flexes trail over any part of the cooker.
  • Page 31 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X For your safety Do not try to disconnect the cooker from the gas supply if the supply pipe does not have a bayonet connection, as described in the installation instructions. If this is the case contact the person who installed the cooker.

  • Page 32: What Is Wrong And Why

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X What is wrong and why? We strongly recommend that you carry out the following checks on your cooker before calling a Service Engineer. Problem The oven, grill or hotplate will not light. Check If only the hotplate burners will not light make sure that the burner parts have been placed correctly.
  • Page 33 S O N A T A 5 5 G L X Problem The oven is not cooking evenly. Check Check that the cooker is installed properly and is level. Check that you are using the recommended size baking trays. See page 13.

  • Page 34: Servicing

    Customers in Ireland should telephone (10) 4565666. You can get service and spares from Parkinson Cowan. If you don't use manufacturers original spares the product approval of your cooker may not be valid.

  • Page 35: Installation Instructions

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Serial number at front. Data badge on top rear of panel. For your safety Natural Gas and L.P. Gas versions of this appliance are available. Check that this model is suitable for the type of supply available. In the interest of safety this appliance must be installed and/or serviced by a competent person, as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions.

  • Page 36: Technical Data

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X TECHNICAL DATA DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth Height to hotplate 900mm (nominal) 554mm (nominal) 600mm (to front of door panel) Space for fixing at hotplate level 2mm minimum clearance Space for fixing above hotplate level See important note 'Location of Appliance' page 38.

  • Page 37: Safety Requirements/Ventilation

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X MAIN OVEN Natural Gas L.P. Gas Heat Input 2.4kW (8189Btu/h) 2.4kW (172.4 g/h) Injector Marking Flame Supervision Device Diamond'H' GSD 100/28 Diamond 'H' GSD-100-30 Thermostat Diamond'H' 1100 93/B2 Diamond'H' 1100-98/B2 Thermostat By-Pass Marking SECOND OVEN Natural Gas...

  • Page 38: Location Of Appliance

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X LOCATION OF APPLIANCE This appliance must not be installed in a bed-sitting room of volume less than 20m³ or in a bathroom or shower room. It is essential that the appliance is positioned as stated below (see Fig. 1a) i.e. shelves, wall cabinets and cooker hoods must be fitted a minimum of 787mm directly above the top of hotplate and 400mm above the hotplate when fitted in line with the outside of the appliance.

  • Page 39: Levelling The Appliance

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X INSTALLATION 1. PARTS REQUIRED The loose hotplate parts and battery are packed in the polystyrene fitment on top of the hotplate. 2. LEVELLING THE APPLIANCE If the appliance requires levelling or its height adjusting (from the hotplate to any working surface), the procedure below must be followed: 1.

  • Page 40: Fitting The Stability Bracket

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X FITTING THE STABILITY BRACKET It is recommended that if the appliance is to be installed with a flexible supply pipe a stability bracket (SK.4729.A) is fitted and is available from your supplier (see Important Safety Requirements, Page 37). These instructions should be read in conjunction with the leaflet packed with the stability bracket.

  • Page 41: Testing

    S O N A T A 5 5 G L X 5. FITTING THE BATTERY The battery is located on the left hand side of the front plinth and can be viewed through a slot in the bottom left hand corner of the front frame( Fig 5.) To gain access to the battery, pull the appliance forward, raise and support the front by a few (2-3) centimetres).

  • Page 42: Checking The Hotplate

    Turn off the control knob and check that the oven flames go out. GENERAL NOTE Instruct the user on how to use the appliance and its ignition system. Refer the user to the wording in the inside cover which gives advice on the safe operation of the appliance. SONATA 55GLX - 311270905...

  • Page 43: Contents Check List

    Contents Check List The loose contents of this pack include:- No. OFF DESCRIPTION Oven shelves P.C. Guarantee card Consumer questionnaire Hotplate operation card Grill pan trivet (small wire) Grill pan (small) DIP Detachable grill pan handle Meat tin Grill / second oven shelf Burner crowns Burner caps Pan supports (large)
  • Page 44 This handbook was correct on the date it was printed. But this handbook will be replaced if the specification or appearance change as the cooker is improved. Maker's Part Description Number Burner Cap - Rapid 354000610 Burner Cap - Normal 354000609 Burner Cap - Simmer 354000608...

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