Belling platinum db3A Installation & User's Instructions

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platinum db3A dual fuel cooker

Installation & User’s instructions

platinum db3A dual fuel - Natural Gas

(Liquid Petroleum gas convertible)

Note: This appliance is supplied for use with the category of gas

specified and can be converted to LP gas with the kit
provided.

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Contents

Product Specification………………………………………………………………………………………….3

Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…4

Installation Instructions…………………………………………………………………………………….5-8

For Your Safety Never..……………………………………………………………………………………….9

For Your Safety Always………………………………………………………….…………………………..10

Know Your Cooker…………………………………………………………………………………………….11

Know Your Control Panel…………………………………………………………………………………….12

Timer Instructions………………………………………………………………………………………….13-17

Automatic Cooking (Large Oven)………………………………………………..…………………………18

Using the Hob……………………………………………………………………………………………….19-21

Main Multifunction Oven & Grill…………………………………………………………………………22-26

Small Conventional Oven / Storage & Reheating of Food……………………………………………..27

Main Multifunction Oven Cooking Guide………………………………………………………………28-29

Small Conventional Oven Cooking Guide…………………………………………………………………30

Temperature Conversion Scale………………………………………………………………………………31

Care & Cleaning……………………………………………………………………………………………..32-33

Is There Something Wrong With Your Cooker…………………………………………………………….34

Cooking Results…………………………………………………………………………………………………35

Service…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….36

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Product Specification

Platinum db3A Technical Data

DIMENSIONS:- Height 900 – 915mm

Width 997mm
Depth 600mm (excluding door handles)

GENERAL

Gas connection Rp ½

Burner pressure Natural Gas – 1.0kPa

LPG Gas models – Propane 2.75kPa

Pressure test point Gas Regulator (Nat Gas) or Front Right Semi-Rapid hob burner

(see checking burner pressure)

Gas rate adjustment None

Aeration adjustment None

Electrical connection 4mm² cable 230 – 240V ac 50Hz

Total Heat Input (Gas) Natural Gas: 44.5 MJ/h

LPG – Propane: 38.4 MJ/h

Total Heat Input (Electric) 4.47 – 4.87kW

Multifunction Oven (Left Hand)

Oven Light Only 0.01 - 0.02kW

Fan Oven & Light 2.37 – 2.58kW

Conventional Oven & Light 2.04 – 2.22kW
Fan Grill (Closed Door) 2.43 – 2.65kW

Fan Only & Light (Defrost) 0.04 – 0.05kW

Grill (Full) (Closed Door) 2.41 – 2.62kW
Grill (Half) (Closed Door) 1.30 – 1.42kW

Conventional Oven (Right Hand) 2.04 – 2.22kW

BURNER

HEAT INPUT INJECTOR HEAT INPUT INJECTOR

Middle

(Ultra Rapid) / Wok

Front Left

(Rapid

Rear Left / Front Right

(Semi-Rapid)

Rear Right

(Auxiliary)

NATURAL GAS LPG - PROPANE

13.0 MJ/h 1.65mm 12.0 MJ/h 0.95mm

12.0 MJ/h 1.55mm 10.0 MJ/h 0.87mm

7.7 MJ/h 1.25mm 6.3MJ/h 0.69mm

4.1 MJ/h 0.90mm 3.8 MJ/h 0.53mm

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Introduction

Your belling Cooker Thank you for purchasing a new belling platinum db3 cooker. Its stylish, practical

design will enhance your kitchen and make cooking a pleasure. It features a

large multifunction oven/Grill (Closed door), a small conventional oven, a storage

compartment, 5 gas hob burners and a utensil holder. There is also an electronic

clock/timer featuring a minute minder and automatic cooking facilities (large oven

only).

Even if you have used an electric or gas cooker before, it is important that

you read these instructions thoroughly before starting to cook, paying particular

attention to the installation and safety instructions.

Getting Help If you have any problems with installing, operating, or cooking with your belling

cooker, please check through these instructions thoroughly to make sure that

you have not missed anything. If you still need help, then please contact your

retailer or place of purchase.

Please quote the cooker model and serial number with all inquiries. This can be

found on the chassis behind the drop down storage compartment panel.

WARNING! For your own safety, make sure that these instructions on

installation, use and maintenance are followed.

We advise you to keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

If you sell or transfer ownership of this product, please pass on these Instructions
to the new owner.

Unpacking Unpack the components from inside the storage compartment.
Check that the following parts are present.

Meat / Grill pan with food support grid and detachable handle
Pan supports (3)
Pan Support Bridge
Multifunction oven shelves (2)
Conventional oven shelf

Baking Tray
Hob burners (5)
LP Gas Conversion kit
Literature

After unpacking your cooker, make sure that you remove all the packing from the
grill compartment / ovens and any stickers from the oven doors and hob.

Examine your cooker for any damage. If there is damage to your cooker or
anything is missing, please contact your supplier for advice.

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Installation Instructions

Gas Safety

This appliance is

TO BE INSTALLED ONLY BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON

(Installation & accordance with the manufacturers installation instructions,

Use) Regulations local gas fitting regulations, the AGA Gas Installation Code, the Australian Gas

Installation code AG601/AS5601 and any other relevant statutory regulations.

Particular attention should be given to the relevant requirements regarding

ventilation.

Failure to install the cooker correctly could invalidate the warranty liability claims

and could lead to prosecution.

Where this appliance is installed in marine craft or in caravans, it shall NOT

be used as a space heater.

Space for Fixing Your cooker is heavy, so be careful when moving or positioning it. Do not try to

move the cooker by pulling on the doors or handles or control panel. The Belling
db92 is designed to 'slot-in' between 600mm deep cabinets, spaced at least
915mm apart. It can also be used freestanding, with a cabinet to one side, in a
corner setting or with its back to a wall. However it must not be situated with
either side closer than 50mm to a combustible wall or cupboard that is higher
than the cooker.

in

The wall behind the cooker and 450mm above and across the width of the
cooker, should be of an incombustible material or easy clean surface such as
ceramic tiles. Please note, when positioning your cooker against a wall, ensure
there is sufficient clearance for the screw heads on the back panel.

This appliance is designed not to project in front of standard 600mm worktops
(excluding handles). To achieve the best fit the cooker must be pushed against the
wall. If the wall mounted adapter back-plate (Fig.1) is to be fitted behind the
appliance then the suitable area for this fitting is shown as the area in (Fig.2).

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

150

MAINS INLET ON APPLIANCE

150

250

GAS REGULATOR
(Natural Gas Only

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

755

200

VERTICAL PIPEWORK OPTION

GAS REGULATOR
(Natural Gas Only

HORIZONTAL PIPEWORK OPTION

275

285

85

1000

75

MAX

OR COOKER TO SIT FLUSH WITH THE REAR WALL :-

AS PIPE MUST NOT BE MORE THAN 75mm ABOVE THE FLOOR (In either direction)
R PROJECT MORE THAN 40mm FROM THE REAR WALL

NOTE: The adaptor backplate requires chasing into the wall if it protrudes more than 40mm. This is to
allow the cooker to be pushed back to the wall.

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Installation Instructions

Any overhanging surface or cooker hood should be at least 760mm (30") above
the cooker hob. We do not recommend positioning the cooker below wall
cupboards, as the heat and steam from the cooker may cause damage to the
cupboard and its contents.

Excess steam from the oven, vents out at the top back edge of the cooker, so
make sure that the walls behind and near the cooker are resistant to heat, steam
and condensation.

Levelling Your cooker must stand on a flat surface so that when it is in position the hob is

level. The cooker is fitted with rear wheels and will slide into position easily.
Movement of your cooker is most easily achieved by lifting the front, as follows.
Open the oven doors sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front
edge of the oven roofs, avoiding grill elements or oven furniture.

Adjust the cooker at the rear to the required height, using the 2 jacking screws
situated behind the rear access cover and secure with the lock-nuts. Position the
cooker and adjust the height at the front with the 2 jacking screws situated at the
front underside. Check that the cooker is level by using a spirit level (adjusting the
jacking screws if necessary). It is important that the cooker is stable and level for
the overall cooking performance.

Caution NOTE: This appliance should not be installed on a platform.

Stability Chain

The cooker must be fitted with a stability device such as a proprietary stability
chain (supplied) as shown in Figure 3 and firmly secured to the fabric of the
building. Any leaflet included with the chain should be read in conjunction with the
following instructions.

Whatever the position, remember to leave enough room for the cooker to be pulled
out for cleaning and service.

Fig.3

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Installation Instructions

Connect to Gas Supply Means of isolation shall be provided at the supply point by either an approved

quick connect device or a type1 manual shut off valve. The outlet of the quick
connect device shall be at, or below, the horizontal position.

Connection to the cooker should be made using the supplied AGA certified hose
assembly and regulator (Natural Gas only).

Note: Max length of hose = 900mm

The temperature rise of areas at the rear of the cooker that are likely to come
into contact with the flexible hose do not exceed 70°C.

1

/2 elbow is fitted to the cooker.

A Rp
If the position of the wall connection is within 250mm of the oven inlet, the loop of
hose will give maximum movement to the cooker.

A restraining chain or wire of adequate strength is to be fixed to the appliance and
the wall within 50mm of each connection point. The length of the chain or wire is
not to exceed 80% of the length of the hose assembly. The restraining chain or
wire is to prevent stress being imparted onto the hose assembly when the cooker
is moved out of its normal operating position.

After installation, check for soundness.

The burner pressure is tested at the hob burner situated rear/left.

With reference to the user instructions:

1 Check that the hotplate burners ignite correctly and burn with a steady flame.

2 Check for a steady flame at the low (small flame symbol) setting.

3 Instruct the user on the operation of the cooker.

Checking Burner Pressure The burner pressure of the appliance can be checked at the Gas regulator

(Nat Gas), or the front Right Semi-Rapid hob burner (the adaptor supplied will be
required).

When checking at the front right Semi-Rapid burner, remove the burner jet and
screw in the adaptor. Connect the test equipment and ignite the Rapid burner
(Front left) on maximum setting. Pressure should be as stated on the data badge
(adjust the pressure if required). Remove the adaptor and replace the jet in the
burner (Rapid).

IMPORTANT:

Ensure the pressure adaptor is retained by the householder for use by future
authorized service personnel.

Bypass Adjustment

The appliance is factory set for Natural Gas. All bypass screws are preset to suit
and should only require adjustment, by an authorized person, when the appliance
is being converted to Propane gas (Refer to Conversion Instructions). If
adjustment is required, the adjusting screw is situated down the center of each gas
tap spindle and is adjusted, only by an authorized person, with the aid of a small
flat-headed screwdriver.

Clockwise = Reduce rate

Anti-clockwise = Increase rate

If the appliance cannot be adjusted to perform correctly, then please contact your

sales agent shown at the rear of these instructions or your local gas authority.

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Installation Instructions

Connecting to Electrical For your own safety, we recommend that your cooker is installed by a
Supply competent person. The cooker should be installed in accordance with

AS/NZS 3000:2000

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED!

The cooker must be connected to the correct electrical supply as stated on the
rating plate, through a suitable cooker control unit incorporating a double pole
switch having a contact separation of at least 3mm in all poles, adjacent to (but not
above) the cooker. We recommend that the cooker circuit is rated to 30 Amps.

We also recommend that 4mm² P.V.C. (minimum 2.5mm² - maximum 6.0mm²)
Insulated twin and earth cable is used to connect the cooker control unit.

IMPORTANT:

For access to the mains terminal block and for supply cable connection, it is
necessary to remove the access cover situated at the bottom of the back panel.
No part of the appliance will operate unless the main control unit is switched ON.
The live and neutral positions are marked with the letters L and N respectively,
marked in front of the terminal block. The earth terminal is marked by the earth
symbol.
Allow sufficient cable length for the cooker to be pulled out for cleaning, but do not
let it hang closer than 25mm (1”) to the floor. The cable can be looped if
necessary, but make sure that it is not kinked or trapped when the cooker is in
position. Secure the mains cable using the cable clamp.

Connect the mains cable as follows:­Live to terminal L.
Neutral to terminal N
Earth to the earth stud.

Before Cooking

Additional Protective An additional protective means to avoid contact with high temperatures on the
Means oven doors is available. An extra inner door glass is provided to make the door

Before you cook for the first time, we recommend that you switch on each element

in turn to burn off any odours remaining from manufacture.

assembly triple glazed, thus reducing temperatures on the door front. This part
should be fitted when young children are likely to be present.
The kit is available as an optional extra from the Belling Agent as listed at the
rear of the instructions.
Quote Reference: DK0001

Inner door glass slides into position

Screw (2) Grubscrews into the base of the extrusions
into the channels as shown

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For Your Own Safety

When used properly your Belling Cooker is completely safe, but as with any cooker there are some precautions
you must take in its use.

NEVER

• Never allow anyone except an authorized Belling Service Agent to service or
repair your cooker.

• Never remove any part of the cooker other than those intended in normal use, or
attempt to modify the cooker in any way.
Never use the cooker for commercial catering. It is designed for domestic use.

•

• Never allow young children to operate or play with the cooker.

• Never use a chip pan or deep fat fryer more than

frying and do not leave a fryer unattended while cooking.

• Never line the shelves, floor, or sides of the ovens or grill with aluminum foil as
overheating and damage may result.

• Never place anything which might catch fire, such as towels or tea towels, near to
the burners or over the flue outlet even when the cooker is not in use.

• Never use an asbestos mat, trivet or rack of any kind under pans on any hotplate.

• Never store anything which might catch fire in the oven, grill compartment or

storage compartment.

• Never allow aluminum foil or plastic to touch any hotplate when it is hot.

• Never store flammable liquids, aerosols, etc. in adjacent cabinetry.

• Never dry clothes or place other items over or near to the hotplate or oven or grill

doors.

• Never use large preserving pans or fish kettles across two hotplates as this will
damage the hob.

• Never use cooker as a room heater.

• Never wear garments with long flowing sleeves whilst cooking.

• Never leave burners lit when not in use.

• Never use the hotplates with the burner caps removed.

Never use badly designed or misshapen pans which may be unstable.

•

• Never allow pan handles to stick out beyond the hotplate (where they can be

knocked) or over another burner.

• Never store flammable materials in the storage drawer

MPORTANT! DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS COOKER WHILE IT IS

IN OPERATION

1

/3 full of oil, or use a lid while

IF YOU SMELL GAS turn off all gas controls on the hob, open windows and turn
off gas supply at the mains. Do not operate any electrical switches and contact
your local gas supplier immediately.

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ALWAYS

For Your Own Safety

• Always make sure you understand the controls prior to use.

• Always take care when touching any part of the cooker that may be hot. Use good

quality dry oven gloves when removing or replacing food or dishes.

• Always stand back when opening the oven door to allow any build-up of heat or
steam to disperse.

• Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when not in use to prevent accidents.

• Always make sure that the roof, side and back panels, and shelves are fitted

correctly before using the oven or grill.

• Always keep your cooker clean, as a build-up of grease or fat from cooking may
be a fire hazard.

• Always switch off at the mains supply before cleaning your cooker.

• Always supervise children and pets, particularly when grilling, as exposed parts of

the grill may become hot.

• Always place pans centrally over the hotplate burners and make sure that they are
stable.

• Always keep handles away from the edge of the hob and any other burners. For
added safety you should consider using a suitable hob guard.

• Always make sure that all the controls are switched off when you finish cooking.

• Always remember that your cooker may stay hot for a time even after you have

finished cooking.

• Always keep ventilation slots at the rear of the cooker clear of obstructions.

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Know Your Cooker

Centre hotplate

(Wok-Triple Ring)

Rear left hotplate

(Semi-Rapide)

Front left hotplate

(Rapide)

Control panel

Pan Bridge Support

Rear right hotplate

(Auxiliary)

Front right hotplate

(Semi-Rapide)

Electric grill

(Closed door)

Cookclean roof liner

Meat/grill pan c/w
food support grid &
detachable handle
(Not shown)

2 Oven shelves

Easyfit
main oven
glass door

Utensil holder

Electronic digital timer &
large oven programmer

Baking tray

1 Oven shelf

multi-function

Rating label on chassis
(Behind storage panel)

Cookclean side & rear panels

Large Timed Electric Multifunction Oven

PLinth

Small electric
conventional oven

Cookclean side panels

Drop down storage panel

Easyfit small oven glass door

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Know Your Control Panel

Multifunction Selector

Small Conventional Elec Oven Thermostat

Switch (Main Oven)

Main Oven Neon

m

230

200

230

70

100

150

200

150

Small Oven Neon

100

(5) Gas Hotplate Controls

Large Elec Multifunction Oven Thermostat
(Programmable Timing Option)

Spark Ignition Switch

stop

Electronic Digital Clock, Minute Minder
and Large Elec Oven Timer

Control Knobs & Switches The hob (Gas hotplates) control knobs can only be rotated anti-clockwise

from the off position.

The ovens thermostat control knobs can only be rotated clockwise from the
off position.

The multifunction selector switch knob can be rotated in either direction from

the off position.

The spark ignition switch is operated as follows.
Depress and hold in the push-button. This will provide a repetitive spark to

the burners.

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Timer Instructions

The oven timer offers you the following features:

1. Time of day

2. Automatic cooking (Large oven only)

3. Minute minder

The large oven can be controlled by the automatic timer. When the timer has been

set, the small oven remains functional.

Hints on Automatic 1. Select foods which will take the same amount of time to cook and require

Cooking approximately the same temperature.

2. Set the oven timer so that the food has just finished or about to finish cooking

on your return to the oven. This will ensure the food has not cooled down and

does not require re-heating before serving.

3. Food should be as cold as possible when it goes into the oven, ideally straight

from the refrigerator. Frozen meat and poultry should be thawed thoroughly

before being placed into the oven.

4. We advise that warm food should never be placed in the oven if there is to be a

delay period. Stews prepared by frying the meat and vegetables should be

cooked as soon as possible.

5. We advise dishes containing left over cooked poultry or meat (eg. Shepherds

pie) should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a delay period.

6. Stews and joints should be cooked by the long slow method, so that the delay

start is kept to a minimum.

7. On warm days, to prevent harmful bacterial growth in certain foods (eg. Poultry,

joints etc.) the delay start should be kept to a minimum.

8. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay period, so it

is best that these ingredients are added just before serving.

9. Foods that discolour should be protected by coating in fat or tossing in water (to

which lemon juice has just been added) prior to placing the food into the oven.

10. Dishes containing liquid should not be overfilled. This will prevent boiling over.

11. Foods should be well sealed (but not airtight) in a container to prevent the loss

of liquid during cooling. Aluminium foil gives a good seal.

12. Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before serving.

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Timer Instructions

To set the Time of Day Step 1 Make sure all the oven controls are turned off.

Step 2 Check that the electricity supply to the oven is switched on.

Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and

Auto flashing intermittently.

Step 4 Press and hold the and buttons together (the

display shows 0.00). At the same time press either the “+” or “-

RELEASE AND THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.

To set Timer to switch

Automatically before the oven switches OFF Automatically)

Cookpot Symbol

Step 4

Press and release the button. The display will read 0.00 with the

should now be operating).

(This allows you to cook immediately for a chosen period of time

Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.

Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven.

Step 3 Turn the oven control to the required temperature (The oven

cookpot lit.

“ button to set the correct time of day.

OFF

Within 2 seconds press and hold the “

required cooking period is set.

(Adjustment can be made by pressing the “

The timer display will revert to the time of day with the Auto symbol

Cookpot Symbol Disappears

At the end of the cooking period the Auto symbol will flash and an

and Cookpot lit.

intermittent bleeping sound will be heard. This will continue for

approximately 2 minutes unless the timer is reset within this period
(See step 6).

The oven will no longer operate until the timer has been reset to

manual operation (See steps 5 & 6 on the next page).

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+ ” or “

- “ button)

“ button until the

-

Timer Instructions

To set Timer to switch OFF Step 5 Turn off the oven control

Automatically (Continued)

Step 6 Press the button to cancel the bleeping (If 2 minutes has

not elapsed)

Press button again to return to manual operation.

To set Timer to switch ON

& OFF Automatically before the oven switches OFF Automatically)

(This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period

Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.

Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven.

Step 3 Press and release the “ “ button. The display will read

0.00 with the cook-pot lit. Within 2 seconds press and hold the
“

+ ” button until the required cooking period is set.

(Adjustment can be made by pressing the “

The timer display will revert to the time of day with the Auto
symbol and cook-pot lit.

Step 4 Press and release the “ “ button. The display will

read the earliest possible end time with the cook-pot and Auto

symbol lit.

Within 2 seconds press and hold the “

you require the food to be ready, with only the Auto symbol lit.

(Adjustment can be made by pressing the “

Step 5 Turn the oven control to the required temperature.

(The oven will now switch on later at the designated time, cook for the required period and switch off
automatically at the stop setting).

At the end of the cooking period the Auto symbol will flash and an intermittent bleeping sound will be heard.
This will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless the timer is reset within this period (See Step 7).

The oven will no longer operate until the timer has been reset to manual operation (See steps 6 & 7 on

the next page).

- “ button).

+ ” to set the time

- “ button).

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Timer Instructions

To set Timer to switch ON & Step 6 Turn off the oven control

OFF Automatically (Continued)

Other Notes On Timer
Operation any time simply by pressing the “ “ button.

3. Having set a cooking period and stop time an electronic device stores the information. The device within

the timer will switch the oven on at the required start time.

4. If a mistake is made, alter the display to show 0.00 by pressing and holding the “ “and “-“ buttons.

Release and then press the “ “ button (See step 7 above).

Restart the programming sequence.

5. After an automatic sequence the bleeping sound can be switched off by pressing any of the following three

buttons.

However, the large oven cannot be operated until the timer has been set to manual. Press the button

(See Step 7 above).

Step 7 Press the button to cancel the bleeping

(If 2 minutes has not elapsed)

Press button again to return to manual operation.

1. When cooking Automatically the cook period can be checked at

2. When cooking Automatically the stop time can be checked at any
time simply by pressing the “ “ button. (This also can be

altered at any time by following Step 4 previously).

6. If at any time the display shows three flashing zeros 0.00. It is likely

that the electricity supply to the oven has been interrupted. Reset

the timer to the correct time of day. If there is any food in the oven,
make sure that it has been cooked thoroughly before serving.

7. To give yourself more time to set each function press and hold the

required function button and at the same time press “

button.

Note: Between the hours of 10.00 p.m. and 6.00 a.m. the intensity of the display reduces.

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+ “ or “ - “

Timer Instructions

To Set the Minute Minder Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly

Step 2 Press and release the “ “ button. Within 5 seconds

press and hold the “

(A bell symbol will light).

+ ” button until the required time is set

This can be adjusted by pressing the “

On releasing the buttons the timer will revert

back to the time of day.

At the end of the set time a bleeping sound will be heard and the bell

symbol will flash.

- “ button.

This can be cancelled by pressing the “ “.

Note: If necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled before the tone

sounds by pressing the “ “ button and then press the “-“ button
until 0.00 appears in the display window.

Key Lock This timer is fitted with a locking function. This function overrides the

relays and allows operation of the timer without switching on the

elements. A “ “ key symbol will appear in the display when this

function is set.

NOTE: THE TIMED LARGE OVEN WILL NOT OPERATE IN THIS MODE.

If you require this safety feature, ensure timer is in manual mode and

cancel any active programs. Press and hold the “ “ and “ “
buttons simultaneously for approximately 8 seconds. The display will

read “On”. Release the two pressed buttons and immediately press the

“+” button. The display now reads “Of” and the key symbol appears.
After approx 5 seconds the time of day will show next to the key symbol.

THE KEY LOCK IS NOW ACTIVATED.

To return the timer to manual mode, repeat the setting procedure so
that “Of” is displayed. Press and release the “+” button so that “On” is

displayed and the key symbol has disappeared.

The timer will revert to the time of day after approximately 5 seconds.

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Automatic Cooking (Large Oven)

Rules to follow when When planning your meal, remember that the oven control setting

cooking automatically

possible growth of food poisoning organisms.

4. NEVER use the automatic timer to re-heat Cook-Chill dishes.

refers to the center of the oven - it is warmer above and cooler below.

1. Food should be as cold as possible when it goes into the oven, ideally
straight from the refrigerator.

2. Frozen meat and poultry should be thawed thoroughly before it is put into
the oven.

3 The automatic timer should not be used in hot weather because of the

5. Never leave food in the oven to cool slowly after cooking.
Serve immediately or refrigerate.

6. Dishes containing left over cooked meat or poultry, for example shepherds
pie, dishes containing eggs, cooked rice or seafood should not be cooked
automatically if there is to be a delay period.

7. Warm food should never be placed in the oven if there is to be a delay
period. Stews prepared by frying the meat and vegetables should be cooked
as soon as possible or refrigerated until loading the oven.

8. Try to set the stop time for a period beyond your anticipated return.

9. DO NOT leave food for an automatic program in a warm oven, i.e. one that
has just been used manually.

10. It is advisable to cover dishes where possible either with a lid or foil to
prevent the transfer of odours. If the food is to be served golden brown, it
may be uncovered or have the lid removed for a quick browning before
serving.

11. Dishes containing liquid should not be filled too full to prevent boiling over.

12. To prevent discoloration of certain fruit and vegetables such as apples,
pears, turnips and parsnips, a little lemon juice should be added to the
cooking liquid.

13. Potatoes should be par-boiled or brushed with fat to prevent discoloration
during delay time.

14. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay period,

so it is best to add these ingredients just before serving

.

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Using The Hob

Description of

Hotplate Burners hotplate burners.

Use of Hotplates Check that the electricity supply is switched on. Select the burner to be used.

Control Setting Guide

Hotplates adjusted to any rate of cooking required.

Cooking Chart

Burner Control Knob Position

SMALL FLAME

LARGE FLAME

The hob is made of enamelled mild steel and fitted with five gas

The left front hotplate burner (Rapide) is rated at 12.0MJ/h.

The left rear and right front hotplate burners (Semi – Rapide) are rated at 7.7MJ/h.

The centre hotplate burner (Wok – Triple Ring) is rated at 13.0MJ/h.
The right rear hotplate burner (Auxiliary) is rated at 4.1MJ/h.

Push in and turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the large flame symbol:-

Press the ignition button until the burner lights. Turn the control knob to the

required setting. A simmer position is achieved when the control knob is turned
fully anti-clockwise.

To turn off

Under certain conditions a slight ‘popping’ noise can be heard from the
hotplates. This is perfectly normal and will not affect the performance of the

appliance.

There are four sizes of hotplate burners on the hob and all are easily

The chart given below is provided as a guide only and personal experience will
soon familiarise you with the correct burner and setting to use. This depends

on the size, thickness, material of saucepans and the quantity and type of

ingredients being cooked.

, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the ‘0’ symbol.

Uses Type of Food

Simmering

Steady Boiling

Shallow Frying

Fast Boiling

Stews of fish, poultry and meat

Milk puddings-steamed puddings.
Soups, scrambled egg, sauces.
Boiled joints of meat e.g. Ham, mutton, beef etc.

Vegetables
Boiling jam after the sugar has been added

Burgers, Pancakes, omelettes, bacon, eggs and
raw fish.

Bringing vegetables to the boil, stir frying,
battered fruits, fish and pasta.

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Using The Hob

Choosing Your Utensils Any type of flat based kettle or pan from 100mm (4in.) to 230mm (9in.) base

diameter may be used. Do not use pans which are unstable when placed on a

flat work-top. The use of split pans, i.e. those comprising two or more pans

designed to fit together over a single burner, is not recommended as these can

be unstable on the hotplate. Asbestos mats should not be used on the pan
supports because they may impede burner performance or damage the pan

support.

In order to get best value out of your hob, the following economy tip is

recommended. Choose the correct burner for the size of pan.

Pan Bridge Support

Energy Saving Tips 1 Do use saucepans with lids

A wire ‘Pan Bridge Support’ is supplied for use with the pan support above the

auxiliary burner. This allows a more stable support for the 100mm pan.

2 Place pans centrally over burner.

3 Do not allow flames to lick up the sides of the pan.

4 Only fill kettles or pans with the amount of liquid needed.

5 Turn down the gas as soon as the contents of the pan boil.

6 Do not light the burner until the pan is in position and turn off before

removing the pan.

7 Cut vegetables into smaller pieces so that they cook quicker and cook more

than one vegetable in the same pan, e.g. carrots and potatoes.

8 In hard water areas descale kettles regularly.

9 Consider using a pressure cooker.

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Using The Hob

Safety Requirements for IMPORTANT:

Deep Fat Frying
particularly for deep fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be

Utensil Holder Adjacent to the hotplates on the right hand side is a “Utensil holder”

As there could be some fire risk attached to the heating of oil,

left unattended (e.g. to answer the telephone) or in close proximity to hotplates.

In the unfortunate event of a fire it will assist in smothering the flames if the pan
lid is replaced, and the power supply is switched

1 Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the appropriate heating

area.

2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full of fat or oil.

3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking period.

4. Do not try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food. This only

lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much, resulting in greasy food.

5. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly into the hot oil

or fat. Frozen foods, in particular, will cause frothing and spitting, if added

too quickly.

6. Never heat fat, or fry, with a lid on the pan.

7. Keep the outside of the pan, clean and free from streaks of oil or fat.

This provides a handy location for the resting of mixing spoons and utensils
whilst using the hob. The tray is removable for cleaning (see cleaning enamel).

Please note that as this tray is located close to burners it may become hot.
Care must be taken when removing. If in doubt, remove using oven gloves.

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OFF

.

Main Multifunction Oven & Grill

Operation The main oven, on the left hand side of the cooker, is multifunctional and

incorporates both fan and conventional oven/grill facilities.

For “Light Only” and “Defrost” turn the multifunction selector switch to the

required function only (Thermostat remains in the Off position).

The main oven light and fan (If selected) will come on.

If the thermostat is accidentally switched on during the “defrost” setting, it will

only activate the neon on the control panel. There will be no power

transferred to the oven elements.

For “Fan Oven”, “Conventional Oven”, “Fan Grilling”, “Full Grill” and “Half Grill”,

turn the multifunction selector switch to the required function. The main oven

light (plus fan if selected) will come On. Set the main oven thermostat to the

required temperature. The neon indicator lamp on the control panel will

immediately come On and will go out when the required temperature is

reached, subsequently switching On and Off at intervals to indicate that the

correct temperature is being maintained. The fan (If selected) and oven light

will operate continuously until the multifunction switch is turned Off or the timer

is set to Auto.

NOTE: If the oven light and fan (If selected) does not come ON when the

multifunction switch is turned, Check that the electricity supply is switched On

and that the timer is set for manual operation. If the neon indicator does not

come On when the thermostat control is turned, check that a function has been

selected.

To turn off the multifunction switch, turn the control knob either way to the
zero position.

To turn off the oven thermostats, turn the control knobs fully anti­clockwise to the zero position.

Note: If you find that the oven is getting hotter than normal, when using a

particular temperature, then the thermostat may need to be replaced.

WARNING:- DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES HOT. CARE SHOULD BE

TAKEN TO AVOID TOUCHING HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN.

MULTIFUNCTION SETTINGS

Off The main oven will be off with the exception of the oven clock display.

O

Light Only Illumination to oven only. The main oven thermostat stays in the Off position.

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Main Multifunction Oven & Grill

Fan Oven Rear element & Fan. Use the main oven thermostat to control the temperature.

Because the fan oven cooks so efficiently, we recommend that when cooking

Since the distribution of heat in the fan oven is very even, most foods will cook

Cold start cooking
Preparation and Roasting Place the bird directly onto the shelf in the first or second shelf position,

Large Poultry

to check that the bird and foil DO NOT overhang the burner at the back of

Since a fan oven heats up more quickly, and generally cooks food at a lower

temperature than a conventional oven, pre-heating is often unnecessary.

However, foods such as bread, scones, Yorkshire pudding etc. do benefit from

being placed in a pre-heated oven. The charts on pages 28 and 29 are a guide

only, giving approximate cooking temperatures and times. To suit personal

taste and requirements it may be necessary to increase or decrease temps by

10ºC.

recipes not designed for a fan oven, you reduce the temperature by about 25ºC

and the time by about 10 minutes in the hour. If large quantities are being

cooked, it will be necessary to increase the cooking time somewhat to

compensate for the extra load.

Unless otherwise indicated in the charts, food is placed in a cold oven, i.e.

without pre-heating. If food is placed in an already hot oven, the suggested

cooking time should be reduced, depending on the type and quantity of food

being cooked. It should be noted that at the end of the cooking period there

might be a puff of steam when the oven door is opened, this will disperse in a

few seconds and is a perfectly normal characteristic of an oven with a good

door seal.

satisfactorily on any shelf position, but the shelves should be evenly spaced.

To ensure even circulation do not use meat pans larger than 415 x 320 (16½” x

12½”) and baking trays no larger than 330 x 255 (13” x 10”), these should be

positioned centrally on the oven shelf.

- Do not fit shelves upside down

- Never use more than three shelves in the oven (Two supplied with the

cooker), as air circulation will be restricted.

- Food or cooking utensils should not be placed on the floor of the oven

- To avoid unnecessary cleaning, rod shelves not in use should be removed

from the oven.

with a large roasting tin on the oven base to collect the juices. It is important

the oven. The maximum weight of a turkey that can be accommodated is

25lbs (11.5kg) provided it will fit within the constraints of the oven.

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Main Multifunction Oven & Grill

Conventional Oven Outer Top & Under base elements. Use the main oven thermostat to control the

temperature. The charts on pages 28 and 29 are a guide only,

giving approximate cooking temperatures and times. To suit personal taste and

requirements it may be necessary to increase or decrease temps by 10ºC.

If large quantities are being cooked, it will be necessary to increase the cooking
time somewhat to compensate for the extra load.

Anything requiring long slow cooking such as Casseroles and rich fruitcakes can be put

into a cold oven. Satisfactory results in a cold oven can also be obtained with creamed

mixture, rich pastries or yeast mixtures, but for perfection we recommend preheating the

oven for about 20 minutes.

Shelves should be evenly spaced. To ensure even circulation do not use meat pans

larger than 415 x 320 (16½” x 12½”) and baking trays no larger than 330 x 255 (13” x

10”), these should be positioned centrally on the oven shelf.

- Do not fit shelves upside down

- Never use more than two shelves in the oven (Two supplied with the

cooker), as air circulation will be restricted.

- Food or cooking utensils should not be placed on the floor of the oven

- To avoid unnecessary cleaning, rod shelves not in use should be removed

from the oven.

Defrost Fan only. The main oven thermostat stays in the Off position.

Inner & Outer top elements with Fan. Use the main oven thermostat to control

the temperature. The charts on pages 28 and 29 are a guide only, giving

approximate cooking temperatures and times. To suit personal taste and

requirements it may be necessary to increase or decrease temps by 10ºC.

If large quantities are being cooked, it will be necessary to increase the cooking

time somewhat to compensate for the extra load.

Fan Grill

The food is placed directly on a shelf positioned low in the oven and the meat/grill pan

supplied is positioned on the floor of the oven to catch juices. For best results and even
cooking, it is necessary to turn the food occasionally. For small items of food it may be

advantageous to place the food support grid from the grill/meat pan on the shelf. This will

help to prevent food from dropping through the shelf.

- Do not fit shelves upside down

- Never use more than one shelf in the oven (Two supplied with the cooker),

as air circulation will be restricted.

- To avoid unnecessary cleaning, rod shelves not in use should be removed

from the oven.

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Main Multifunction Oven & Grill

Full Grill Inner & Outer top elements. Use the main oven thermostat to control the

(Conventional) temperature.

The charts on pages 28 and 29 are a guide only, giving approximate cooking

temperatures and times. To suit personal taste and requirements it may be

necessary to increase or decrease temps by 10ºC.

If large quantities are being cooked, it will be necessary to increase the cooking
time somewhat to compensate for the extra load.

Half Grill Inner top element. Use the main oven thermostat to control the temperature.

(Conventional) The cooking guides are generally as for Full Grill except that there is a 45%

power reduction and the heat is more central. This is especially good for

cooking small quantities of food positioned centrally on the shelf.

Using the grill THE GRILL WILL NOT OPERATE WHEN THE OVEN TIMER IS SET!

NOTE: CLOSED DOOR GRILLING

NOTE: CLOSED DOOR GRILLING

CAUTION

Grilling should never be undertaken with the grill/oven door open.
Never operate the grill without the grill roof in place.

WARNING! Accessible parts may become hot when the grill is in use.

DO NOT allow children near the appliance when the grill is in use.
DO NOT cover the grill pan or grid with aluminum foil as this can hold fat,

intensify the heat and create a fire hazard.

• Check that the electricity supply is switched on.

• Remove the grill pan, load with food and adjust the top shelf to the height

required.

• Close the door, turn the multifunction switch knob to either full or half setting.

Turn the main oven thermostat control knob to max ºC and pre-heat the grill

for approximately 2 mins.

• Open the door and place the loaded grill pan on the shelf centrally under the

element. Detach the handle (If used) and store.

• Close the door and turn the control knob to the required temperature setting.

• Use the detached grill pan handle or oven gloves to adjust or remove the

pan. Turn the food regularly.

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Main Multifunction Oven & Grill

Grill Pan & Grid The grill pan is positioned centrally on a shelf and pushed back to the shelf stop.

Always use oven gloves when pulling the pan forward to turn/serve.

The height of the grill pan is determined by the shelf position. The top position is

most suited for toasting or sealing food. To avoid burning, or excessive smoking

and spitting, make sure that the food is not too close to the element.
For thicker foods requiring longer cooking time, turn the thermostat to a lower

setting after sealing both sides on max setting.

The handle is detachable. To fit, gently squeeze the ends of the wire handle

and insert from below into the grill pan bracket. Do not use the grill pan handle to

tip the grill pan sideways, for example, to empty fat or crumbs from the pan, as

the handle may become detached from its fixing bracket.

CAUTION! WHEN REMOVING THE GRILL PAN HANDLE ALWAYS
USE OVEN GLOVES AS THE WIRE MAY BE HOT.

To obtain best results always use the wire grid. This will ensure that foods do
not cook in their own fats and will prevent any distortion of the grill pan. It can be

used either way up to position the food nearer to or further away from the grill

element.

The heated area of the inner grill element is in the center of the grid, although

there is enough spread of heat around this area to cook items such as tomatoes

and mushrooms which require lower cooking temperatures.

GRILL CHART

The following chart is a guide only.

Food Preheat Shelf Position

(From bottom)

Toast 2 minutes 6 up 6 2 mins
Small cuts – Sausages,
bacon etc.
Chops, Gammon etc. 2 minutes 4 up 4 30 – 40 mins
Fish 2 minutes 5 up (In base of pan) 6 8 – 10 mins
Pizza 2 minutes 6 up 4 12 – 15 mins

2 minutes 5 up 6 (For 4mins)

Setting Approx.

Cooking Time

15 – 20 mins

reduce to 4

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Small Conventional Oven /

Storage and Reheating of Food.

Small Conventional
Oven (Right Hand) The oven is supplied with a rod shelf and baking tray.
Operation The heating of the oven is achieved by turning the thermostat control knob

It should be noted that at the end of a cooking period there may be a

The correct positioning of food is indicated on the temperature charts. The

To turn off. Turn the control knob fully anti-clockwise to the ‘o’ position.

Storage and Reheating
Of Food

'Cook - Chill Dishes' These should always be placed in a pre-heated oven ideally on the first or

The small right hand oven is a conventional top and bottom heat oven.

clockwise to the required temperature as recommended in the temperature
charts. The oven neon will immediately come on and will automatically go
off and on during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct
temperature.

momentary puff of steam when the oven door is opened. This will disperse
in a few seconds and is a perfectly normal characteristic of an oven with a
good door seal.

charts are a guide only, giving approximate cooking temperatures and
times. To suit personal taste and requirements, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease temperatures by 10°C.

It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and

hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.

1. If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a clean container

as quickly as possible.

2. Thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before reheating.

3. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven,
Mk.6 and then serve immediately.

4. Only re-heat food once.

second shelf position. Follow the packet instructions for the cooking time.

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Main Multifunction Oven Cooking Guide

The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to

your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should

be followed.

Shelf position 6 is the highest. It is not necessary to Pre-heat the fan oven before roasting. Note: Where times

are stated they are approximate only.

Baking Conventional Oven (Top & Base Heat) Fan Oven
Food Preheat Temp ºC Time (approx) Pos,n Preheat Temp ºC Time (approx)

Scones Yes 220/230 9-12 mins 2 Up Yes 210/220 9-12 mins
Small cakes Yes 180/190 15-25 mins 3 Up No 180/190 20-25 mins
Victoria Sandwich Yes 160/170 20-25 mins 2 Up No 160/170 25-30 mins
Sponge Sandwich (Fatless) Yes 180/190 15-20 mins 2 Up Yes 170/180 15-20 mins
Swiss Roll Yes 190/200 8-12 mins 2 Up Yes 180/200 12-15 mins
Semi-rich Fruit Cakes (7”) Yes 150/160 1¼-1¾ hrs 2 Up No 140/150 1¼-1½ hrs
Rich Fruit Cakes Yes 130/140 Depend on

recipe and size

Shortcrust Pastry Yes 190/200 Depend on size

& filling

Puff Pastry Yes 190/200 Depend on size

& filling
Yorkshire Pudding Yes 190/200 40-45 mins 3 Up Yes 180/190 40-50 mins
Individual Yorkshire Pudd’s Yes 200/210 20-30 mins 3 Up Yes 190/200 20-25 mins
Milk Pudding Yes 140/150 1¾-2 hrs 2 Up No 130/140 1½-2 hrs
Baked Custard Yes 130/140 40-50 mins 3 Up No 140/150 35-45 mins
Bread Yes 190/200 25-35 mins 3 Up Yes 200/210 30-35 mins
Meringues Yes 80/90 3-3½ hrs 3 Up No 80/90 3-4 hrs

Conventional Oven (Top & Base Heat) Fan Oven
Meat Pre-

heat

Beef/Lamb
(Slow roast)
Beef/Lamb (Foil
covered)
Pork (Slow
roast)
Pork
(Foil covered)
Veal
(Slow roast)

Veal
(Foil covered)
Poultry/Game
(Slow roast)

Poultry/Game
(Foil covered)
Casserole
Cooking

If using aluminum foil, never:

Allow foil to touch sides of oven.

1.

2. Cover oven interior with foil.

3. Cover shelves with foil

Yes 170/180 35 mins per 450g (1

Yes 190/200 35-45 mins per 450g

Yes 170/180 40 mins per 450g (1

Yes 190/200 40 mins per 450g (1

Yes 170/180 40-45 mins per 450g

Yes 190/200 40-45 mins per 450g

Yes 170/180 25-30 mins per 450g

Yes 190/200 25-30 mins per 450g

Yes 150 2-2½ hrs

Temp ºC Time (approx) Shelf

Pos’n

lb) + 35 mins over

(1 lb)

lb) + 40 mins over

lb)

(1 lb) + 40 mins

over

(1 lb)

(1 lb) + 25 mins

over

(1 lb)

2 or
3 Up

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2 Up No 130/140 Depend on

recipe and size

2 Up No 190/200 Depend on size

& filling

2 Up No 190/200 Depend on size

& filling

Meat Pre-

heat

Beef No 160/180 20-25 mins per 450g

Lamb No 160/180 20-30 mins per 450g

Pork No 160/180 25-30 mins per 450g

Veal No 160/170 25-30 mins per 450g

Chicken/Turkey
up to 4kg (8 lb)

Turkey to 5.5kg
(8 to 12 lb)

Casserole Stews No 140-150 1½-2 hrs

No 160/180 18-20 mins per 450g

No 150-160

Temp

ºC

or 150

Time (approx)

(1 lb) + 20 mins extra

(1 lb) + 25 mins extra

(1 lb) + 25 mins extra

(1 lb) + 20 mins extra

(1 lb) + 20 mins extra

12-14 mins per 450g
(1 lb) + 12 mins
extra

For every 450g (1 lb)

over 5.5kg (12 lb)

allow 10 min per 450g

(1 lb) and roast at

150ºC

Main Multifunction Oven Cooking Guide

Shelf positions are counted from the base upwards i.e.: lowest shelf position is 1.

No Pre-heat required for Fan Grilling.

Fan Grilling
Type of meat or

poultry

PORK Chops – thick

Gammon Steaks

Pork joints (Any type)

Chops – thick

LAMB

Lamb joints (Any type)

joints which

BEEF

have an outside layer
of fat
Eg. Rib, Rolled,
Sirloin.

Steak

CHICKEN Whole

Chicken joints

DUCK

GOOSE Up to 4

TURKEY

GAME

Partridge
Pheasant

Mixed Grill etc.

Beefburgers ,
Sausages, Bacon

Turn food over half way through the cooking time.

Grouse

Weight

kg

1.0

1.5

2.0

2.5

over 2.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

2.5

over 2.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

2.5

over 2.5

0.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

2.5

over 2.5

Up to

1kg

1.5

2.0

2.5

4-5

Up to 5

6-8

Any
Any
Any

450g

(1 lb)

Temp

ºC

170

160

160-170
150-170
140-150
140-150

140

170

160-170
160-170
150-160
150-160

150
170-180
170-180
160-170
160-170

160

170

180

180

170

170
160-170

180

180

180

180
170-190
160-170

170

150

170-180
170-180
170-180

170 25 mins

Time

(min/kg)

60-70
60-70
65-75
65-75
70-75

30-40
35-40
35-45
40-45
45-50
40-50
40-50
40-50
45-50
45-50

30-40

30-50
40-50
40-50

per 450g

(1 lb)

25

30

25

30
30
35
35
40

30

30
30
30
40
45

-

-

+ extra

time

(mins)

45
45
50
50
50

45
45
50
50
50
20
20
20
30
40

-

30
30
30
30
30

30

30
30
30
40
40

-

-

-

-

­ 30 Prick sausages before

Total cooking time

(mins)

Dependent on size

Dependent on size

105-120
130-150
180-230
220-240

-

Dependent on size

78-88

90-110
120-140
150-170

­60-70
80-90

100-110
140-150

-

15-20

60

75
100
115

-

60

75

90

115-130

-

­150-165
165-175

-

-

-

Tips

Season, grill on shelf position
2 up. Turn over after 15 mins.

Grill on shelf 2 up. Turn after
15 mins.

Score fat with sharp knife and
rub on salt. Pork should be
thoroughly cooked. Overcook
rather than undercook.
Grill on shelf position 1 up
Season, grill on shelf position
2 up. Turn over after 15 mins.

Score fat. Season with
pepper and rosemary. If you
prefer the lamb pink choose
the shorter time.
Grill on shelf position 1 up
Season. If joint preferred
rare, grill for the shorter time.
If preferred well done, grill for
the longer time.
Grill on shelf position 1 up

Grill on shelf position 2 up
Season and brush over with
melted butter to give nicely
browned skin.
Grill on shelf position 1 up

Grill on shelf position 1 up
Dry thoroughly and lightly salt.
Grill on shelf position 1 up

Can be stuffed.
Grill on shelf position 1 up
Season and brush over with
melted butter to give nicely
browned skin.
Grill on shelf position 1 up
Well hung meat will require
less cooking time.
Grill on shelf position 1 up

cooking. Turn food regularly
for even cooking.
Grill on shelf position 2 up.

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Small Oven Cooking Guide

Baking Conventional Oven (Top & Base Heat)
Food Preheat Temp ºC Time (approx) Shelf Position

Scones Yes 220/230 8-15 mins
Small cakes Yes 180/190 15-20 mins
Victoria Sandwich Yes 160/170 20-25 mins
Sponge Sandwich (Fatless) Yes 180/190 20-25 mins
Swiss Roll Yes 200/210 8-12 mins
Semi-rich Fruit Cakes (7”) Yes 150/160 1-1¼ hrs
Rich Fruit Cakes Yes 130/140 Time dependent on size & recipe
Shortcrust Pastry Yes 190/200 Time dependent on size & filling
Puff Pastry Yes 200/210 Time dependent on size & filling
Yorkshire Pudding Yes 200/210 30-40 mins
Individual Yorkshire Pudd’s Yes 200/210 20-30 mins
Milk Pudding Yes 130/140 90-120 mins
Baked Custard Yes 140/150 40-50 mins
Bread Yes 200/210 30-45 mins
Meringues Yes 100 150-180 mins

Meat Conventional Oven (Top & Base Heat)
Food Pre-heat Temp ºC Time (approx) Shelf Position

Beef/Lamb (Slow roast) Yes 170/180 35 mins per 450g (1 lb) + 35 mins

over
Beef/Lamb (Foil covered) Yes 190/200 35-45 mins per 450g (1 lb)
Pork (Slow roast) Yes 170/180 40 mins per 450g (1 lb) + 40 mins

over
Pork (Foil covered) Yes 190/200 40 mins per 450g (1 lb)
Veal (Slow roast) Yes 170/180 40-45 mins per 450g (1 lb) + 40

mins over
Veal (Foil covered) Yes 190/200 40-45 mins per 450g (1 lb)
Poultry/Game (Slow roast) Yes 170/180 25-30 mins per 450g (1 lb) + 25

mins over
Poultry/Game (Foil covered) Yes 190/200 25-30 mins per 450g (1 lb)
Casserole Cooking Yes 150 2-2½ hrs

If using aluminium foil:

1. Remember it is important to increase the cooking time by one third.

2. Never allow foil to touch sides of oven.

3 Never cover oven interior with foil.
4 Never cover shelves with foil

Note: If soft tub margarine is used for cake making, we would recommend using the all in one method and to

reduce the temperature by 10ºC.

Temperatures recommended in this chart refer to cakes made with block margarine or butter only.

The most accurate method of testing the readiness of joints of meat or whole poultry is to insert a meat
thermometer into the thickest part of a joint, or the thickest part of poultry thighs, during the cooker
period. The meat thermometer will indicate when the required internal temp has been reached.

Beef: Rare: 60ºC Lamb: 80ºC Poultry: 90ºC

Medium: 70ºC
Well Done: 75ºC Veal: 75ºC

Ham: 75ºC

90ºC

Pork:

2 Up

1 Up

2 Up

2 Up

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Temperature Conversion Scale

Approximate Oven Temperature

Conversion Chart

GAS MARK

CONVENTIONAL OVEN

FAN OVEN °C

(It is not always

necessary to

pre-heat oven)

1/2

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

°F

°C

250 120 100
285 140 120
320 160 140
340 170 150
365 185 165
400 205 185
430 220 200
455 235 215
475 245 225
490 255 235

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Care and Cleaning

In the interests of both safety and hygiene your Belling platinum DB2 needs to be

kept clean. A build-up of grease or fat from cooking could cause a fire hazard.

WARNING! For your own safety, always switch off your cooker at the

mains supply and allow to cool before cleaning.

Never use excessive amounts of water to clean your cooker, and remember that

your cooker is heavy - take care when pulling it out for access.

To move the cooker forward, open both oven doors and with two hands
positioned under the roof of the compartments, lift and pull forward. Replace by

pushing the cooker backwards. Check that the cooker is level. Take care to

ensure that any floor covering is not damaged.

Door Removal The doors are designed for easy removal. Open fully so that the door is at right

angles to the oven cavity, slacken the screw holding the securing bracket (see
fig) and slide the bracket towards the center of the oven. Lift the door up off its

hinges and pull forward. The inner glass will now slide out for cleaning.

To replace the doors reverse the procedure.

Please note that that the inner glass is specially treated and requires

replacing with the correct face to the oven (The Non-printed face).

When replacing, take care to ensure that the hinge pins line up with the
holes in the extrusion and that the door has dropped correctly into position

before closing the door.

DO NOT FORCE THE FITTING AS THIS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE.

Cleaning Stainless Steel (Doors caps, Control panel Storage panel, Plinth &

Side Buttresses).

Wipe or spray a proprietary stainless steel cleaner onto the surface. Leave for

wrung out in clear water. Dry with a soft clean cloth. Stubborn stains can be

removed with a cream, paste, liquid cleaner or by rubbing with fine steel wool or

DO NOT USE ABRASIVES

Ovens and Grill The rod shelves, small oven roof, and other enamel parts of both ovens and hob

a few seconds and polish with a lint free cloth.

Vitreous Enamel (Hob, Utensil holder, Pan supports, Burner caps, Grill

pan, baking tray, Oven Base & Oven rear panels) Base & Oven rear

panels.

Wipe over with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water, then wipe with a cloth

soap pads. The Grill pan/meat pan, baking tray and utensil holder may be

washed in a dishwasher.

Paint (Hob frame, Front supports, Control panel under-tray, Rear vent &

Hob frame).

Wash with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water only.

can be cleaned using household cream cleanser with a nylon pad or sponge.

Heavier soiling may require the use of a proprietary oven cleaner or steel wool

pad, but do not allow these to contact the Cook-clean enamel, the hob or hob

surround, or any of the door seals or plastic parts of the cooker.

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Care and Cleaning

Oven and Grill Only use oven cleaners which carry the Vitreous Enamel Development Council's

Approvals symbol, and always follow the manufacturers instructions for use.

Pan Supports and Burner As for enamel cleaning.

Caps / Burner Bodies NOTE: Care must be taken to prevent cleaning materials, water or dirt, from

entering and blocking the burner cap ports or the burner body, especially the gas

way and air hole. Remove any blockage with a nylon brush.

Belling Cookclean Panels both ovens have side runners that are coated with special enamel which will

absorb and gradually vaporize any splashes, which occur during cooking. This

surface coating, which can be recognised by its matt finish, may be damaged by

using aerosol oven cleaners, oven pads, detergents or scouring powders and

their use is not recommended.

Any particularly heavy soiling or splashing may indicate the cooking temperature

has been high, or that excess fat or water has been used when roasting. It can

be removed by 'blotting' the surface with a paper towel or soft sponge, or by

running the oven empty at 230°C for about 30 minutes.

Warning! Under these conditions the surfaces may become hotter than usual

and children should be kept away.

Whilst normal cleaning can be carried out with these panels in place, they can be

removed for cleaning manually, or for cleaning the rest of the oven interior. First,

remove the oven shelves. The side runners can then be removed from the ovens

by slackening the 2 screws on each panel, and then lifting them out.

To clean these Cook-clean panels by hand, scrub them with a nylon pad or

brush, using cold water and a little gentle detergent (although this may cause

some discoloration). Rinse in cold water and blot them dry with a paper towel or

sponge. Do not rub the surface too dry as this can damage the Cook-clean finish.

After cleaning, replace the panels immediately and run both the ovens at

maximum setting for about 30 minutes to prevent deterioration of the enamel.

Do not clean them in a dishwasher.

Replacing the Oven Lamp

(Both ovens) WARNING! Switch off the cooker at the mains supply before attempting to

A new lamp can be obtained from any suitable electrical supplies store.

If the oven lamp fails you can replace it yourself by following these few

instructions.

replace the oven lamp.

Remove the oven shelves. Unscrew and remove the lamp cover glass.

Unscrew the lamp and replace it with a new 15W S.E.S. lamp.

These are the only lamps suitable for use in your cooker.

Replace the lamp cover glass before switching on.

Note: The oven lamp is not covered by the guarantee.

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Is There Something Wrong With Your Cooker?

Fault Finding Guide Before contacting your Belling Service Center/Installer, check the problem

guide below; there may be nothing wrong with your cooker.

Problem Check

Nothing Works. Is the main cooker wall switch turned on?

Is the timer working? If the timer is not working it is

likely that there is no electricity supply to your cooker.

Large oven does not work.

Small oven working OK!

Ignition failure If all burners fail to ignite, check that sparks appear at

The flames of any of the hotplate burners appear to be
floating, have very yellow tips or are emitting an

objectionable odour.

Ensure timer is set to manual.

(Refer to ‘Timer Instructions’ pages 14-18 )

Ensure the multifunction control is set to the required

position.

the burners, a clicking noise should be heard. If not
first check that:

• The electricity supply is turned on.

• The mains cooker switch on the wall is in the ON

position.

If only a hotplate burner is failing to light check that:

• The burner cap and ring are fitted correctly.

The holes in the burner ring are not blocked.

•

• The five hotplates may be lit with a match in the

event of ignition failure or power cut to the

electricity supply.

The appliance is not working correctly and may be
operating dangerously. Switch off the hob burners

immediately and check that the burners and fittings are

fitted correctly. If the symptoms persist, then contact
your service engineer. Refer to the “SERVICE” section

in this instruction book.

DO NOT USE THE HOB!

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Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?

PROBLEM

CHECK

GRILLING

Uneven cooking front to

back

Fat Splattering

BAKING GENERAL.

Uneven rising of cakes

Sinking of cakes

Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below

the grill burner.

Ensure that the grill is not set at too high a setting.

Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit level

on the rod shelf. The oven should be checked both left to

right and front to back.

The following may cause cakes to sink:

• Cooking at too high a temperature.

• Using normal creaming method with soft margarine.

Use the all-in-one method.

Over/ Under Cooking.

Fast/Slow cooking

Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in the

cook book provided, however, it may be necessary to

1

increase or decrease temperature by

/2 gas mark (10°C) to

suit personal taste. Do not use oven/meat pans greater than

1

/4" in height.

2

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Service

If you experience problems with your cooker, please contact your retailer or place of purchase.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Service work is to be conducted by authorised persons only. It is also advisable that your

cooker is checked regularly and maintained in good condition. An annual maintenance is recommended.

Remember that you may be charged for any visit (even during the guarantee period) if nothing is found to be

wrong with the appliance, so always check the instructions to make sure that you have not missed anything.

If you require a service agent please contact:

RHA Australia P.O. Box301 Cardiff New South Wales 2285

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Before contacting a service agent please note the following details about your cooker.

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Postcode

In order to provide a complete service history for your Belling appliance, please ask the service engineer to

record the appropriate details in the chart below.

Date Nature of Fault Parts Replaced or Repared Authorised Stamp

or Signature

R

Nuly 2002 No TBA

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