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User Manual for your
HOF600SS 60 cm Fan oven
HOS600SS 60 cm Static oven
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
DD 09/06/11
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Contents
Environmental note 3
Important safety information 4 - 6
Specifications 7 - 9
Product and aperture dimensions 7
Product specifications 7
Standard accessories 7
Electrical details 8
Cooling fan 8
Control panel 9
Setting and using the oven programmer/timer 9 - 10
Selecting manual operation mode 9
Setting the minute minder function 10
Selecting a cooking function and temperature 10-14
Before first use 10-11
Selecting an oven function 11
Oven functions 11-12
Thermostat control knob 12
Oven operating light 12
Cooking guidelines 12-13
Warnings 13
Shelf positions 14
Cleaning and maintenance 14-16
Replacing the oven bulb 15
Removing the oven door for cleaning 16
Installation 17-19
Electrical connection 17
Installing the oven into the kitchen cabinet 18
Positioning the appliance 18
Ventilation requirements 19-20
My appliance isn’t working correctly 21–22
Cooking tables 23
Contact details 24
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Environmental note
o The packaging materials that the manufacturer uses are
environmentally friendly and can be recycled.
o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us. Please
make sure that you read this instruction booklet before
attempting to install or use the appliance. If you are
unsure of any of the information contained in this
booklet, please contact the Customer Care Department.
General Information
o This appliance is designed for domestic household use and can
be built into a standard kitchen cabinet or housing unit.
o IMPORTANT: The adjacent furniture or housing and all
materials used in the installation must be able to withstand a
minimum temperature of 85°C above the ambient temperature
of the room it is located in, whilst in use.
o Certain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are
particularly prone to heat damage or discolouration at
temperatures below the guidelines given above.
o Any damage caused by the appliance being installed in
contravention of this temperature limit, or by placing adjacent
cabinet materials closer than 4mm to the appliance, will be the
liability of the owner.
o The use of this appliance for any other purpose or in any other
environment without the express agreement of the manufacturer
will invalidate any warranty or liability claim.
o Your new appliance is guaranteed against electrical or
mechanical defects, subject to certain exclusions that are noted
in the manufacturer’s Conditions Of Guarantee. The foregoing
does not affect your statutory rights.
o Repairs may only be carried out by service engineers that
are approved by the manufacturer.
Warning and safety instructions
o This appliance complies with all current European safety
legislation. The manufacturer does wish to emphasise that this
compliance does not remove the fact that the appliance surfaces
will become hot during use and retain heat after
operation.
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Child Safety
o We strongly recommend that babies and young children are
prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowed to
touch the appliance at any time.
o If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the
kitchen, please ensure that they are kept under close supervision
at all times.
General Safety
o Do not place heavy objects on the oven door or lean on the
oven door when it is open, as this can cause damage to the oven
door hinges.
o Do not leave heated oil or fat unattended, as this is a fire risk.
o Do not place pans or baking trays directly on the base of the
oven cavity, or line it with aluminium foil.
o Do not allow electrical fittings or cables to come into contact
with areas on the appliance that get hot.
o Do not use the appliance to heat the room it is located in or to
dry clothing.
o Do not install the appliance next to curtains or soft furnishings.
o Do not attempt to lift or move cooking appliances by using the
oven door or handle, as this may cause damage to the appliance
or result in injury to the person lifting the appliance.
Cleaning
o Cleaning of the oven should be carried out on a regular basis.
o Great care should be taken whilst using this appliance and when
following the cleaning procedure.
o IMPORTANT: The appliance must be disconnected from the
mains before following the cleaning procedure.
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Installation
This appliance must be correctly installed by a
suitably qualified person, strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
o The manufacturer declines any responsibility for injury or
damage, to person or property, as a result of improper
use or installation of this appliance.
o Heat, steam and moisture will be created during use of the
appliance, take care to avoid injury and ensure that the room is
adequately ventilated. If the appliance is going to be used for
prolonged periods of time, then additional ventilation may be
required.
o Please consult with your qualified installer if you are in any doubt
about the amount of ventilation that you will require.
Declaration of conformity
o In the parts destined to come into contact with foodstuffs, this
appliance is in accordance with the requirements of the EC
directive 89/109 transposed in the Italian Legislative Decree No.
108 of 25/01/92.
o CE: Appliance conforming to the European directives
89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent revisions
and “RoHS” directive 2002/95/CE.*
o The manufacturer declares that the oven is built using certified
materials and requires the appliance to be installed in
accordance with the standards currently in force. This appliance
must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only.
* The RoHS directive stands for “the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment”. This directive bans the placing on the EU market of
new electrical and electronic equipment containing more than
the agreed levels of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent
chromium, polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated
diphenyl ether (PBDE) flame retardants.
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Specifications
Product Dimensions Aperture Dimensions
Height: 590 mm 580 mm – 583 mm
Width: 595 mm 560 mm
Depth: 550 mm 550 mm (min)
Product specifications
o 4 oven functions (HOF600SS)
o 5 oven functions (HOS600SS)
o Energy efficiency class: A
o Oven gross capacity: 59 litres
o Gross net capacity: 50 litres
o Minute minder (HOF600SS only)
o Cooling fan (HOF600SS only)
o Thermostatically controlled grill
o Double-glazed removable door
o Oven light
Standard accessories
o Safety shelf
o Enamelled baking tray
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Electrical details
Rated Voltage: 230 Vac 50 Hz
Supply Connection: 13 A (double pole switched fused
outlet with 3mm contact gap)
Max Rated Inputs: 2.35 kW
Mains Supply Lead: 3 x 1.5mm²
Oven Light Bulb: 25 W/300°C screw type pygmy
Cooling fan (HOF600SS only)
o A tangential cooling fan is fitted inside of this appliance, to make
the internal temperature of the oven stable and the external
surface temperature lower.
o After you have finished cooking and switched off the oven, the
cooling fan will continue to run for a period of time afterwards.
The length of time will depend on how long the oven has been
switched on for and at how high a temperature.
For future reference please record the following information which can
be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be
found on your sales invoice. The rating plate for your oven can be
located by opening the oven door and looking around the outer edge of
the oven chassis.
Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
Date of Purchase ……………………………….
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Control Panel
1) Oven function selector knob
2) Power indicator light
3) Minute minder/manual operation control knob (HOF600SS only)
4) Oven operating light
5) Thermostat control knob
Setting and using the oven
Selecting manual operation mode (HOF600SS only)
Before you can select a cooking function or set a temperature,
you must set the appliance into manual operation mode.
o Turn the manual operation control knob (3) anti-clockwise, so
that it points at the word ON.
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Setting the minute minder function (HOF600SS only)
You are able to set the minute minder at any time, regardless
of whether an oven function has been selected. You can set a
period of time using the minute minder function and an alarm
will sound when this period of time has elapsed.
o The minute minder can be used independently of an oven
cooking function for a time period of up to 120 minutes.
o To set the timer, turn the minute minder control knob (3)
clockwise to the required countdown time.
o DO NOT turn the minute minder control knob (3) past the 120
minute marking.
o DO NOT turn the minute minder control knob (3) anti-clockwise
past the word ON.
o The time period that has been set will expire when the control
knob reaches zero, a brief audible signal will sound and the oven
will switch off. The oven will switch off when the countdown time
has expired.
Before you next use the oven, you MUST turn the
minute minder control knob (3) anti-clockwise, so
that it points at the word ON. Otherwise the oven
will not work.
Selecting a cooking function and temperature
IMPORTANT: Make sure that you have sent your
oven into manual operation mode before selecting
an oven function and temperature.
Before first use
o To remove any residue from the oven that may have been left
from the manufacturing process, you should select the fan oven
function (conventional oven function for the HOS600SS) and set
the thermostat to its maximum temperature setting.
o It is perfectly normal for a smell to be produced during this
process.
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o You should make sure that any windows in the room are left
open during this process.
o It is advisable for you not to remain in the room whilst the
burning off process is taking place.
o You should leave the oven on maximum setting for 30 – 40
minutes.
o After the oven cavity has cooled, it should then be cleaned with
warm soapy water, using either a sponge or soft cloth. No
abrasive cleaners should be used.
o Outer parts of the oven should be cleaned with warm soapy
water, using either a sponge or soft cloth. No abrasive cleaners
should be used.
o We would recommend that an appropriate stainless steel cleaner
and polish is regularly used on the stainless steel surfaces of this
appliance.
Selecting an oven function
The oven function selector knob should be used to select the particular
mode of cooking that you require. The appliance will utilise different
elements within the oven cavity, depending on the oven function that
you select. When a function is selected, the power indicator light will
come on.
Oven functions
OVEN LIGHT: Sep arate light control which allows the light to
be switched on, even when the oven is not cooking.
HALF GRILL: This method of cooking utilises the inner part
only of the top element, which directs heat downwards onto
the food. This function is suitable for grilling small portions of
bacon, toast and meat etc.
DEFROST MODE (HOF600SS only): The fan runs without
heat to reduce the defrosting time of frozen foods. The time
required to defrost the food will depend on the room
temperature, the quantity and type of food. Always check food
packaging for the defrosting instructions.
FAN OVEN (HOF600SS only): This method of cooking uses
the circular element while the heat is distributed by the fan.
This results in a faster and more economical cooking process.
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The fan oven allows food to be cooked simultaneously on different
shelves, preventing the transmission of smells and tastes from one
dish onto another.
CONVENTIONAL OVEN (HOS600SS only): This method of
cooking provides traditional cooking, with heat from the top
and lower elements. This function is suitable for roasting and
baking on one shelf level only.
FULL GRILL (HOS600SS only): This method of cooking
utilises the inner and outer parts of the top element, which
directs heat downwards onto the food. This function is suitable
for grilling medium or large portions of sausages, bacon, steaks, fish
etc.
BOTTOM ELEMENT ONLY (HOS600SS only): This method
of cooking uses the lower element to direct heat upwards to
the food. For slow-cooking recipes or for warming up meals.
Thermostat control knob
o The oven thermostat control
knob sets the required
temperature of the oven. It is
possible to regulate the
temperature within a range of
50 - 250°C.
o Turn the control knob
clockwise.
Oven operating light
o This light will come on to
indicate that the oven’s
heating elements are in
operation. The light will turn
off when the temperature set
on the thermostat control
knob has been reached. It will
cycle on and off throughout
the cooking time.
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You should not place food inside the cavity, until the
correct cooking temperature has been reached.
Cooking guidelines
o Please refer to the information given on food packaging for
guidance on cooking temperatures and times. Once familiar with
the performance of your appliance, temperatures and times can
be varied to suit personal preference.
o If you are using the fan oven function, then you should follow
the information given on the food packaging for this particular
mode of cooking.
o You should pre-heat the oven and not place food inside of it until
the oven operating light has gone off. You can choose not to preheat when using the fan oven mode; however you should extend
the cooking time given on the food packaging by at least ten
minutes.
o IMPORTANT: You should ALWAYS pre-heat the oven if you are
baking.
o If there is no guidance given on the food packaging specifically
for cooking in fan oven mode, you can generally reduce the
cooking time and temperature by 10% from the information
given for conventional oven cooking.
o Make sure that frozen foods are thoroughly thawed before
cooking, unless the instructions on the food packaging advise
that you can “cook from frozen”.
o Before cooking, check that any accessories that are not required
are removed from the oven.
o Place cooking trays in the centre of the oven and leave gaps
between the trays to allow air to circulate.
o Try to open the door as little as possible to view the dishes.
o The oven light will remain on during cooking.
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Warnings
o Keep the oven door closed when using ALL oven
functions, including the grill function. The oven door must
also be left shut whilst the oven is cooling after use.
o Do not use aluminium foil to cover the enamelled baking tray or
heat items wrapped in aluminium foil under the grill. The high
reflectivity of the foil could potentially damage the grill element.
o You should also never line the base of your oven with aluminium
foil.
o During cooking, never place pans or cookware directly onto the
bottom of your oven. They should always be placed on the shelf
provided.
o The grill heating element becomes extremely hot during
operation, avoid touching it inadvertently when handling the
food which you are grilling.
o Important: Be careful when opening the door, to avoid contact
with hot parts and steam.
Shelf positions
Your oven will come supplied with
the following oven furniture:
(A) Safety shelf
(B) Enamelled baking tray
o The numbers 1 – 4, indicate the different shelf positions that you
can utilise within the oven.
o You should use the shelf position(s) that you find are best suited
to your personal cooking preferences.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning operations must only be carried out
when the oven is cool.
The appliance should be disconnected from your
mains supply before commencing any cleaning
process.
o The oven should be thoroughly cleaned before it is operated for
the first time and after each use. This will avoid residual food
stuffs becoming baked on the oven cavity. After residues have
been baked on several times, they are far more difficult to
remove.
o Never clean the oven surfaces by steam cleaning.
o The oven cavity should only be cleaned with warm soapy water,
using either a sponge or soft cloth. No abrasive cleaners should
be used.
o Any stains that may appear on the bottom of the oven will have
originated from food splashes or spilt food, these splashes occur
during the cooking process. These could possibly be a result of
the food being cooked at an excessively high temperature or
being placed in cookware that is too small.
o You should make sure that the cooking temperature that is
selected is appropriate for the food that you are cooking. You
should also ensure that the food is placed in an adequately sized
dish and use the enamelled baking tray where appropriate.
o Outer parts of the oven should only be cleaned with warm soapy
water, using either a sponge or soft cloth. No abrasive cleaners
should be used.
o We would recommend that an appropriate stainless steel cleaner
and polish is regularly used on the stainless steel surfaces of this
appliance.
o If you use any form of oven cleaner on your appliance, then you
must check with the manufacturer of the cleaner that it is
suitable for use on your appliance.
o Any damage that is caused to the appliance by a cleaning
product will not be fixed by the manufacturer free of
charge, even if the appliance is within the guarantee
period.
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Replacing the oven bulb
IMPORTANT: The oven must be disconnected from
your mains supply before you attempt to either
remove or replace the oven bulb.
o Remove all oven shelves, the drip tray and the side
rack that is on the same side as the oven light.
o Remove the light cover by turning it anti-
clockwise.
o Unscrew the bulb clockwise and remove it from its
holder.
o Replace the bulb with a 25 W/300°C, screw type pygmy.
o Do not use any other type of bulb.
o Place the lamp cover back into position.
Removing the oven door for cleaning
To facilitate the cleaning of the inside of the oven and the outer frame
of the oven, the door can be removed as follows:-
o The hinges (A) have two movable bolts on them (B).
o If you raise both of the movable bolts (B), then the hinges (A)
are released from the oven housing.
o You should grip the sides of the door at the centre and then
incline it slightly towards the oven cavity and then pull the door
gently away from the oven cavity.
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o IMPORTANT: You should make sure that the door is supported
at all times and that you place the door on some padded
material whilst cleaning it.
o The oven door and door glass should only be cleaned using a
damp cloth and a small amount of detergent. The cloth MUST
NOT have come into contact with any form of cleaning product
or chemical previously.
o To refit the door you should slide the hinges back into their slots
and open the door fully.
o IMPORTANT: The movable bolts (B) must be closed back into
their original positions before closing the door.
o Take care not to dislodge the hinge
locking system when removing the door,
as the hinge mechanism has a strong
spring.
o Do not immerse the door in water at any
time.
INSTALLATION
The installation must be carried out by a suitably
qualified person, in accordance with the current
version of the following.
o UK Regulations and Safety Standards or their European
Norm Replacements.
o Building Regulations (issued by the Department of the
Environment).
o Building Standards (issued by the Scottish Development
Department).
o IEE Wiring Regulations.
o Electricity At Work Regulations.
Electrical connection
Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the supply voltage
marked on the rating plate corresponds with your mains supply
voltage.
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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
o This appliance should be wired into a 13 A double pole switched
fused spur outlet, having 3 mm contact separation and placed in
an easily accessible position adjacent to the appliance. The spur
outlet must still be accessible even when your oven is located in
its housing.
o To connect the oven power cord, loosen and remove the cover
on the terminal block, in order to gain access to the contacts
inside. Make the connection, securing the cord in place with the
cable clamp provided and then immediately close the terminal
block cover again.
o If you have to change the oven power cord, the earthing
(yellow/green) conductor must always be 10 mm longer than the
line conductors.
o Care must be taken to ensure that the temperature of the mains
supply cable does not exceed 50°C.
o If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced
by an appropriate replacement which can be obtained from the
Spares Department.
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Installing the oven into the kitchen cabinet
Positioning the appliance
o Ensure that the aperture that you will be fitting the oven into is
of the size given in the above diagram.
o The oven must be fitted into an oven housing with the ventilation
cut-outs shown in the “Ventilation requirements” section on the
next page.
o Ensure that the rear panel of the furniture housing unit has been
removed.
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Ventilation requirements (HOF600SS)
(Figure shows the ventilation and cut-out requirements for the
installation of the appliance into a standard kitchen unit).
(Figure shows the
ventilation and cutout requirements for
the installation of the
appliance into a tall
housing unit).
o Ensure that the oven has been
securely fixed into the housing
unit. The fixing of the oven into
the housing is made by using
four screws. These should be
screwed through the oven
cabinet and into the housing
unit.
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Ventilation requirements (HOS600SS)
(Figure shows the ventilation
and cut-out requirements for
the installation of the
appliance into a tall housing
unit).
o Ensure that the oven has been
securely fixed into the housing
unit. The fixing of the oven into
the housing is made by using
four screws. These should be
screwed through the oven
cabinet and into the housing
unit.
(Figure shows the
ventilation and cutout requirements for
the installation of the
appliance into a
standard kitchen
unit).
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My appliance isn’t working correctly
o The oven isn’t coming on.
* Check that the oven is in manual operation mode.
* Check that you have selected a cooking function and a cooking
temperature.
o There appears to be no power to the oven and grill.
* Check that the appliance has been connected to the electrical
mains supply correctly.
* Check that the mains fuses are in working order.
* Check that the operating instructions for putting the appliance
into manual operation mode have been followed.
o The grill function works but the main oven does not.
* Check that you have selected the correct cooking function.
o The grill and top oven element is not working, or cuts out
for long periods of time during use.
* Allow the oven to cool for approximately 2 hours. Once cool,
check whether the appliance is again working properly.
o My food is not cooking properly
* Ensure that you are selecting the correct temperature and the
correct cooking function for the food that you are cooking. It
may be appropriate to adjust your cooking temperature by plus
or minus 10°C, to achieve the best cooking results.
o My food is not cooking evenly
* Check that the oven has been installed correctly and is level.
* Check that the correct temperatures and shelf positions are
being used.
o The oven light is not working
* Refer to pages 15 and follow the “Replacing the oven bulb”
section.
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o I am getting condensation in my oven
* Steam and condensation is a natural by product of cooking any
food with high water content, such as frozen food, chicken etc.
* You may get condensation in the oven cavity and forming
between the oven door glasses. This is not necessarily a sign
that the oven is not working correctly.
* Do not leave food in the oven to cool after it has been cooked
and the oven has been switched off.
* Use a covered container, where practical, when cooking to
reduce the amount of condensation that forms.
IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be
operating correctly, then you should disconnect it
from your mains supply and then contact the
Customer Care Department on telephone number
(0118) 933 6918.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.
Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is
under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an
appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out
charge.
The appliance must be accessible for the engineer to perform
any necessary repair. If your appliance is installed in such a
way that an engineer is concerned that damage will be caused
to the appliance or your kitchen, then he will not complete a
repair.
This includes situations where appliances have been tiled in,
sealed in with sealant, have wooden obstructions placed in
front of the appliance, like plinths. Or any installation other
than the one specified by the manufacturer has been
completed.
Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the
warranty card that you receive with the appliance.
IMPORTANT: The manufacturer operates a policy of continuous
improvement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its
products without prior notification.
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Cooking tables
Fan oven
Food type Weight
Beef 1kg 15 minutes 2
Pork 1 kg 15 minutes 2
Chicken 1.2 kg 15 minutes 2
Duck 1.5 kg 15 minutes 2
Steak 0.8 kg 15 minutes 2
Bread 0.5 kg 15 minutes 2
Conventional oven
Food type Weight
Beef 1kg 15 minutes 2
Pork 1 kg 15 minutes 2
Chicken 1.2 kg 15 minutes 2
Duck 1.5 kg 15 minutes 2
Steak 0.8 kg 15 minutes 2
Bread 0.5 kg 15 minutes 2
Grill
Food type Weight
Steak 0.8kg 10 minutes 3
Pre-heat
time
Pre-heat
time
Pre-heat
time
Shelf level Temperature
Shelf level Temperature
Shelf level Temperature
200
200
200
200
180
200
250
220
220
220
220
220
220
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
°
Cooking
time
40-50
minutes
70-80
minutes
50-60
minutes
50-60
minutes
20-30
minutes
35-45
minutes
Cooking
time
40-50
minutes
70-80
minutes
50-60
minutes
50-60
minutes
20-30
minutes
35-45
minutes
Cooking
time
20-25 minutes
Pork chop 0.8 kg 10 minutes 3
Chicken 1.2 kg 10 minutes 3
Sausage 0.6 kg 10 minutes 3
Hamburger 0.6 kg 10 minutes 3
Corn 1.2 kg 10 minutes 3
Vegetables 0.5 kg 10 minutes 3
250
250
250
250
250
250
°
°
°
°
°
°
25-30 minutes
40-45 minutes
15-20 minutes
15-20 minutes
20-25 minutes
15-20 minutes
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United Kingdom
6 Bennet Road,
Reading, Berkshire
RG2 0QX
United Kingdom
Customer Care
(0118) 933 6918
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