AEG EKG5542KN, EKG5543XN, EKG5542WN User Manual

USER MANUAL

Model EKG5542/EKG5543

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.

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be installed according to the instructions supplied. The installation work must be undertaken by a competent person as stated in the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations current editions and the IEE Wiring Regulations.

The appliance should be serviced by an authorised Service Engineer and only genuine approved spare parts should be used.

It is important that the appliance is suitable for your gas supply. Your installer should check the rating plate.

Make sure that a stability chain is fitted.

The appliance must be installed in an adequately ventilated room.

If the appliance is to be placed on a base, measures must be taken to prevent the appliance from slipping from the base.

This appliance is heavy and care must be taken when moving it.

Do not attempt to lift or move this appliance by the handles.

All packaging, both inside and outside the appliance must be removed before the appliance is used.

It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify the appliance in any way.

After installation please dispose of the packaging with due regard for safety and the environment. Your local authority can arrange this.

CHILD SAFETY

Do not allow children to play with any part of the packaging.

Do not allow children to sit or climb on the drop down doors.

This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Young children must not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play near or with the appliance.

CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children should be kept away.

DURING USE

This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.

This appliance has been designed for domestic use to cook edible foodstuffs only and must not be used for any other purposes.

Take great care when heating fats and oils as they will ignite if they become too hot.

When you are lighting any burner check that it is lit before you leave the appliance. When turning off a burner, do not leave the appliance until the flame has gone out.

Never place plastic or any other material that may melt in or on the oven.

Do not leave the grill pan handle in position when grilling as it will become hot.

Always support the grill pan when it is in the withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.

Always use oven gloves to remove and place food in the oven.

Ensure cooking utensils are large enough to contain foods to prevent spillages and boil overs.

During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching the heating elements inside the oven.

Ensure that all vents are not obstructed to ensure ventilation of the oven cavity.

Never line any part of the appliance with foil. Always stand back from the appliance when opening the oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to release.

Never leave the appliance unattended when the oven doors are open.

Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the oven. They may explode if they are heated.

Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF position when not in use.

Do not stand on the appliance or on the open oven doors.

Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes from the appliance or its handles.

Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with water. Never operate it with wet hands.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

For hygiene and safety reasons this appliance should be kept clean at all times. A build-up of fats or other foodstuffs could result in a fire especially in the grill pan.

Do not leave cookware containing foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in case it is inadvertently switched on.

Do not disconnect the appliance from the gas supply if the supply pipe does not have a bayonet connection as described in the installation section. If this is the case contact the person who installed the appliance.

Always allow the appliance to cool before switching off at the wall prior to carrying out any cleaning/maintenance work.

Only clean this appliance in accordance with the instructions given in this book.

Never use steam or high pressure steam cleaners to clean the appliance.

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CONTENTS

FOR THE USER

Important Safety Information	2
Description of the Appliance	4
Getting to Know Your Appliance	5
Before Using the Appliance	6
Rating Plate	6
Preparing to Use your Appliance	6
The Cooling Fan for the Controls	6
Condensation and Steam	6
Cookware	6
Grill and Oven Furniture	6
The Hob	7
Using the Hob	7
To Light the Hob Burners	7
To Turn Off Any Burner	7
Things to Note	8
Hints & Tips	8
The Grill	9
Using the Grill	9
Things to Note	9
The Grill Pan and Handle	9
Hints and Tips	10
Grilling Chart	10
The Main Oven	11
Using the Main Oven	11
Heat Zones	11
Preheating	11
Things to Note	11
To Fit the Main Oven Shelves	11
Hints and Tips	12
Cooking Chart	13
Roasting Chart	14
Slowcook	15
Using Slowcook	15
Food Preparation	15
General Points	16
Care and Cleaning	17
Cleaning Materials	17
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance	17
Cleaning the Control Knobs and Handles	17

Removing and Replacing the Wirework Runners 17

Cleaning the Hob	18
When Replacing Hotplate Burner Parts	18
Cleaning the Shelves, Wirework Runners and
Grill/Oven Furniture	18
Cleaning the Grill	18
Cleaning Inside the Grill and Oven Compartments	19
Hints and Tips	19
Cleaning the Door(s)	20
Something Not Working?	21
Service and Spare Parts	22
Guarantee Conditions	23
FOR THE INSTALLER
Technical Details	24
Important Safety Requirements	25
Provision For Ventilation	25
Moving Your Appliance	26
For Your Safety	26
Location of Appliance	26
Levelling the Appliance	26
Connecting to the Electricity Supply	27
Connecting to Gas Supply	28
Fitting the Stability Chain	28
Testing	28
General Note	29
Notes	30

To help you the following symbols will be found in the text.

Hints and Tips

Safety Instructions

Please read the instruction book carefully before use and retain for future reference.

AT THE END OF THE APPLIANCE'S LIFE

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

SLIP-IN GAS OVEN

Control Panel

Grill

Main Oven

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

THE CONTROL PANEL

A B C

s

2 3

4

5

FEATURES

A - Hotplate Control

B - Hotplate Control

C - Main Oven Temperature Control

D - Grill Control

E - Hotplate Control

F - Hotplate Control

G - Ignition Switch

D E F

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8

7 6

G

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the door. 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. The rating of the appliance is given on the rating plate.

Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guarantee.

PREPARING TO USE YOUR APPLIANCE

Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft cloth and hot soapy water and wash the furniture before use. We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 – 15 minutes at 220oC to burn off any residue from their surfaces. The procedure should be repeated with the grill for approximately 5 – 10 minutes. During this period an odour may be emitted, it is therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.

THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS

The cooling fan comes on immediately when the grill/top oven is switched on and after a short time when the main oven is in use. It may run on after the controls are switched off until the appliance has cooled. During the initial period the cooling fan may turn ON and OFF, this is quite normal.

CONDENSATION AND STEAM

When food is heated it produces steam similar to a boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this steam to escape. However, always stand back from the appliance when opening the door(s) to allow any build up of steam or heat to release.

If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will condense and produce water droplets. This is quite normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance. To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away condensation and also soilage from surfaces.

For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.

COOKWARE

Main oven - Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 30cm (12” x 12”) as they will restrict the circulation of heat and may affect performance.

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, quoting the relevant part number.

1 grill pan

(349099801)

1 grill pan handle

(349100501)

1 grill pan grid (311757500)

1 cranked shelf (for grilling)

2 cranked shelves

(for main oven cooking)

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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. Medium burners (Normal) - use for everyday cooking.

Small burner (Simmer) - use for simmering foods such as soups and stews.

The largest pan which you should use on any burner is 230mm (9"). The base of the smallest pan should not measure less than 100mm (4").

Ensure the pan supports are correctly fitted before using the hob.

TO LIGHT THE HOB BURNERS

The hob ignition works by means of an electric spark system.

1.Lift up the lid. You cannot use the hob when the lid is down.

2.Push in and turn the control knob to the left to the highest setting. This is shown by a large flame symbol. Press the ignition button immediately.

3.When the burner has lit release the control and ignition button, adjust the setting as required.

Warning: If the ignition button is not pressed immediately a build up of gas may cause the flame to spread.

If you close the lid of the appliance while any of the hotplate burners are lit, the gas will go out. This is because it would be dangerous if the burners stayed on when the lid was closed.

Always use the control knob to turn off a burner. Do not use the lid as a cut-off device. This will only cut off the gas when the lid is closed. The gas will flow again when the lid is opened.

TO TURN OFF ANY BURNER

1. Turn the control knob to the off position.

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.

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In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner control and do not attempt to reignite 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.

HINTS AND TIPS

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Do not overfill pans or they will boil over.

Do not use pans with very heavy handles which cause the pan to tip.

Do not close the lid until the appliance has cooled down.

Do not use the lid as a work surface or chopping board. This could damage the glass and reduce its strength.

Place pans on the centre of the burners. Position pans so the handles cannot be accidentally knocked or overhang the appliance.

Lift pans on and off the pan supports. Do not slide them across the hob.

•Do not leave accidental spillage on the hob or removable parts. The spillage should be wiped up and the parts washed and carefully dried as soon as the hob, pan supports and burner parts are cool enough to touch.

•A flat based Wok will stand stable on the pan supports. If you use a round Wok with a collar support, the collar must be the open wirework type otherwise the performance of the burner will be affected.

Take care to avoid burns and scalds when reaching across the hotplate.

Take extra care when deep fat frying, do not cover the pan with a lid. Do not leave a pan unattended. If the pan catches fire, leave it where it is and turn off all controls. Place a damp cloth or a fitting lid over the pan to smother the flames. Never put water on the fire. Leave to cool for 30 minutes.

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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.

USING THE GRILL

•Fully open the grill door.

•Push in and turn the control knob to the left to the highest setting. This is shown by a large flame symbol. Press the ignition button immediately.

•When the burner has lit release the control and ignition button, adjust the setting as required.

The grill door must be left open when grilling.

The grill door is fitted with a shut off valve. This will cut off the gas when the door is closed. The gas will flow again when the door is opened. Always ensure that the grill control is in the off position before closing the door.

THINGS TO NOTE

•The cooling fan for the controls may operate after a time.

•Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as the grill cleans itself.

Never cover the grill pan or grid with foil as this can lead to grill fires.

THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE

The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.

To attach the handle, press the button on the handle with the thumb and insert the lip into the widest part of the bracket. Slide the handle towards the left and release the button.

Ensure the handle is correctly located.

To remove the handle, press the button on the handle with the thumb and slide the handle towards the right. Release the button.

Always remove the grill pan handle during grilling.

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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.

•Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to allow for different thicknesses of food.

•Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling to minimise splashing. Brush lean meats and fish lightly with a little oil or melted butter to keep them moist during cooking.

•Accompaniments such as tomatoes and mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid when grilling meats.

•When toasting bread use the shelf in position 1 with the grid in the high position.

•Preheat the grill on a full setting for a few minutes before sealing steaks or toasting. Adjust the heat setting and the shelf as necessary during cooking.

•The food should be turned over during cooking as required.

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GRILLING CHART

FOOD

Bacon Rashers

Beefburgers

Chicken Joints

Chops – Lamb

Pork

Fish – Whole

Trout/Mackerel

Fillets -

Plaice/Cod

Kebabs

Kidneys –

Lamb/Pig

Liver –

Lamb/Pig

Sausages

Steaks – Rare

Medium

Well Done

Toasted

Sandwiches

POSITION

Adjust

grill

setting

and

grill

pan

grid

to

suit

different

thicknesses

of

food

GRILL TIME (mins in total)

5 - 6

10 - 15

30 - 40

15 - 20

20 - 30

15 - 25

10 - 15

20 - 30

8 - 12

10 - 20

15 - 20

6 - 12

12 - 16

14 - 20

3 - 4

The times quoted above are given as a guide and should be adjusted to suit personal taste.