Creda C261E, R365E, C365E, C361E, C461E User Manual
C161E
C261E
C361E
C461E
C365E
R365E
Installation & User Instructions
You must read these instructions prior to using the
appliance and retain them for future reference.
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Contents
Introduction 4
Installation 5
Safety Information 6
Features - C161E 8
Features - C261E 9
Features - C361E,C365E & R365E 10
Features - C461E 11
Control Panels 12
Oven Timer Operation (C161E,C261E, C365E & R365E) 14
Oven Timer Operation (C361E and C461E) 16
Temperature Conversion Chart 22
Sealed Hob (C161E and C261E) 23
Ceramic Hob (C361E, C461E, C365E & R365E) 25
Choosing Your Utensils 29
Grill Pan and Handle 31
Grill (C161E) 32
Grill (C261E, C361E, C365E & R365E) 33
Solar Plus Grill (C461E) 34
Guide to Grilling 35
Top Oven Cookery Notes (C261E, C361E, C461E, C365E & R365E) 38
Main Oven Cookery Notes 39
Oven Temperature charts 41
Using the Main Oven for Other Functions 43
Care and Cleaning 44
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? 49
Something Wrong With Your Cooker? 50
Key Contacts Back Cover
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Introduction
Your new appliance is guaranteed* and will give lasting service.This guarantee is only applicable
if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in
this booklet.
To help make best use of your cooking equipment,please read this booklet carefully.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for
use in any other installation.
When the cooker is first used an odour may be emitted,
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (e.g. open a window or use
an extractor fan) and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes.
It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased. This odour is
due to temporary finish on oven liners and elements and also any moisture absorbed by the
insulation.
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:
(a) Has been used solely in accordance with the Users Instruction Book.
(b) Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the
rating plate attached to this equipment.
(c) Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by
any person other than the authorised employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.
Disposal of your product
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely.
Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the
appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to
the electricity supply.
To help the environment, Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of
you product.
this will cease after a period of use
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Low Voltage Equipment
89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC
92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC
93/68/EEC
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Installation
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Mains Connection
Your cooker should have been checked to ensure
volt
age,
must be connected by a competent person such as one who is a,NICEIC registered contractor to
a suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 45A and a minimum contact
clearance of 3mm, which should be fitted adjacent to the cooker, in accordance with IEE
regulations.The control unit must be within 2 metres of but not directly above the appliance and
should be easily accessible in the event of an emergency.
The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a conductor size of 6mm2, minimum.
Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing the rear access cover.The mains cable must
pass through the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should be used to
allow the cooker to be pulled out for servicing.
Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any brackets affixed to the rear panel and
is not trapped to the rear wall when pushing the cooker into position between cabinets.
Levelling
Two rear wheels and two front feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height
(900mm - 915mm) and level the cooker.
1. The rear wheels can be raised or lowered from the BACK of the cooker by adjusting the
2. The front feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the front of the cooker.
CAUTION: Some soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefully.
NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelves.
this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated
levelling screws ‘A’in the plinth.
that the voltage corresponds with your supply
on the front of the plinth.The cooker
Siting the Cooker
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 600mm apart.The space either side
need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing. It can be used with
cabinets one side or both as well as in an angled corner setting.It can also be used freestanding.
This cooker is a type X appliance, as such adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must
not be nearer to the cooker than 150mm and should be
overhanging
Note:This appliance must NOT be fitted on a platform.
Moving the Cooker
Before moving your cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool.
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the
oven roof,avoiding any grill elements.
Radio Interference
This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding suppression of radio and television interference.
Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy. Take care to ensure that any floor
covering is not damaged.
surface or cooker hood should not be nearer than 650mm.
VIEWED FROM REAR
protected by heat resistant material. Any
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Safety Information
When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
there are certain precautions that must be observed.
Always
● Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.
● Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
● Keep children away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get extremely hot
during and after use.
● Turn controls off when not in use.
● Stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to disperse.
●
Always use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.
● Always place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the
edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplates or pans.
●
Always take care to avoid heat or steam burns when operating the controls.
● Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool before
cleaning (or changing an oven lamp if fitted).
●
Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven or grill.
● Always keep the oven/grill door closed when the appliance is not in use.
● Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.
●
Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of
bacterial growth.
● Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
● Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.
● Always take care when removing items from the grill compartment when the lower oven is in
use as the contents will be hot
● Always turn off the electricity supply to the appliance at the wall switch should any glass panel
(if fitted) crack or shatter and then DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE until repaired.
● During use, the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements
inside the oven.
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Safety Information
Never
● Never stare at Halogen heating units
● Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be
hot during and after its use.
● Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
●
Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.
● Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.
● Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.
● Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to
burst.
● Never store chemicals/food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the appliance, or in
cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance.
● Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.
● Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil. Never use a lid.
DO NOT LEAVE DEEP FAT FRYING PANS UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
● Never use the appliance as a room heater.
● Never use the grill to warm plates.
● Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors.
● Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.
● Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will cause the appliance to over heat.
● Never use ‘steam cleaners’.
SAFETY ADVICE IN CASE OF A CHIP-PAN FIRE
In the event of a chip pan fire or any other pan fire.
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH.
2. COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH, this will smother the flames and
extinguish the fire.
3.
LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE
caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.
MOVING IT. Injuries are often
NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force
of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over.
Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires.
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Features Model C161E
2000W Redspot
Control Panel
Hob On neon
Grill
Grill Pan with
Fixed/
Detachable
Handle
1000W Sealed
1500W Sealed
1500W
Redspot
Clock/
Minute Minder
Grill Runner
Grill Pan Food
Support
Door Switch
‘Credaclean’
Side Panels
Rating Plate
Inner Glass
Panel
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven,a third shelf can be purchased from
the Parts department, see back cover.
Meat Pan
Fan Blade
2 Main Oven
Rod Shelves
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Features Model C261E
2000W Redspot
Control Panel
Hob On neon
Removable Grill
Deflector Plate
Grill
Grill Pan with
Fixed/
Detachable
Handle
1000W Sealed
1500W Sealed
1500W Redspot
Clock/Minute
Minder
Grill Pan Food
Support
Top
Oven/Grill
Rod Shelf
‘Credaclean’
Top Oven
Side Panels
Door Switch
‘Credaclean’
Main Oven
Side Panels
Rating Plate
Inner Glass
Panel
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven,a third shelf can be purchased from
the Parts department, see back cover.
Meat Pan
Fan Blade
2 Main Oven
Rod Shelves
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Features – C361E, C365E and R365E
Cooking area:
1500W Dual Circuit Solarglo (C361E)
1500W Ceramic (C365E & R365E)
Cooking area:
1200W Solarglo (C361E
1200W Ceramic (C365E & R365E)
Control panel
Hob Hot neon
Conventional Grill
Grill pan food
support
Grill pan with
fixed/detachable
handle
Inner Glass Panel
Cooking area:
1200W Solarglo (C361E)
1200W Ceramic (C365E & R365E)
Cooking area:
1800W Solarglo (C361E)
1800W ceramic (C365E & R365E)
Timer (C361E)
OR
Clock/Minute Minder
(C365E & R365E)
Removable grill
deflector plate
(C361E / R365E
Top oven/grill
rod shelf
'Credaclean'
top oven
side panels
Door Switch
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Rating
plate
Meat pan
Inner glass panel
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven, a
third shelf can be purchased from the Parts dept., see back cover.
Fan blade
Main oven
rod shelves
Main oven
'Credaclean'
side panels
Features – C461E
Cooking area
1200W Solarglo
Control panel
Hob Hot neon
Solarplus Grill
(Highspeed)
Grill pan with
fixed/detachable
handle
'Credaclean'
top oven
side panels
Cooking area
1500W Dual Circuit
Solarglo
Cooking area
1200W Solarglo
Cooking area
1800W Solarglo
Timer
Grill pan food support
& Anti-Splash Tray
Easy Glide ™ Shelf
Top oven/grill
rod shelf
Inner Glass Panel
Door Switch
Main oven
'Credaclean'
side panels
Rating
plate
Meat pan
Inner glass panel
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven, a
third shelf can be purchased from the Parts dept., see back cover.
Fan blade
Main oven
rod shelves
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Control Panels
Front left
Rear
Red Spot
left
C161E
Front right
Red Spot
Rear
right
Hob On
neon
Rear
Front left
left
Red Spot
Hob On neon (C261E)
Hob Hot neon (C365E &
Rear left
twin circuit
Rear left
twin circuit
R365E)
Front
left
Hob Hot
neon
Front
left
Grill
Grill
Twin circuit
Grill
Main oven
Clock/ Minute
C261E, C365E & R365E
Top
Oven
Main
Oven
Clock/ Minute
C361E
Top oven
Main oven
Clock, auto timer
and minute minder
(Main oven only)
C461E
Minder
Minder
Front right
Red Spot
Front
right
Front
right
Rear
right
Rear
right
Rear
right
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Hob Hot
neon
Grill
Twin circuit
Top oven
Main oven
Clock, auto timer
and minute minder
(Main oven only)
Controls
Operating
controls when the
grill is in use
Cooling fan
Main and Top Oven
lights
Slow cooking
Element and Fan cut
off
Hob On neon
(C161E/C261E)
Hob Hot Neon
(C361E, C461E,
C365E and R365E)
In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill
compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due
to the hot air expelled from the grill compartment.
Note: After use, it is advisable to check that all cooker controls have been
switched Off.
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when oven/grill
controls are in use.
The main and top oven lights will illuminate when the relevant thermostat
is operated. The light will remain on during the cook period. (Note: Top
Oven Light is not on all Models).
The main oven has an 90
usage. Full details of this can be found in the Slow Cooking section.
The oven is fitted with a safety device which disconnects the heating
element and oven fan when the door is opened. The heating element and
oven fan will not operate until the oven door is closed.
Hob On neon will illuminate when any hob control is operated and will
remain illuminated until all hob controls are turned off.
A short time (approx. 30 seconds) after the hob heating areas have been
turned on, the Hob Hot neon will illuminate.
This light will remain illuminated until all the hob controls have been
turned off and all hob heating areas have cooled.
o
C setting specially designed to reduce energy
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Clock/Minute Minder Operation
CLOCKFACE
A
U
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.
T
0.00
O
Ensure the correct time of day is always set before using your
cooker.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00 HOURS
AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE.
However, should you operate the timer during these hours the
display will return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then
dim again.
SYMBOLS
will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will
remain lit for the period set. At the end of the Minute Minder Period,
A
U
the timer will emit an audible tone for 2 minutes,the symbol will
T
0.00
O
start to flash and will continue to flash until the Minute Minder function
is cancelled.
SETTING THE TIME OF DAY
A
Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned off.
U
T
0.00
O
Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on.
(C161E, C261E, C365E & R365E)
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12.00
Step 3 When switched on, the display will show 0.00 / AUTO.
THIS NEXT STEP SHOULD BE COMPLETED WITHIN 4 SECONDS...
Step 4 Press and release both the ‘+’ and ‘-’ buttons together.
Press the ‘+’ button and the display will show 12.00
Then press the ‘+’ or ‘-’ button to set the correct time of day.
THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.
To change the time of day repeat Step 4 above.
NB.
If at any time the display shows a ‘KEY’ symbol, the operation of the
timer is unaffected.
The ‘KEY’ symbol can be deleted by pressing both buttons for a period
of approximately 8 seconds,followed by a single press of the ‘+’ button.
Clock/Minute Minder Operation (C161E,C261E, C365E & R365E)
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS
Minute Minder
Here you can set a time period of up to 23 hours 59 minutes,that will
count down. When it reaches zero,the timer will emit an audible tone.
For Example: If you set 20 minutes, the audible tone will occur 20
minutes later.
0.20
13.23
Bell Symbol
SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER
Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.
Step 2 Press and release the ‘-’ button, a symbol will light up.
Step 3 Within 4 seconds press the ‘+’button to set the correct
period of time required.
Release the ‘+’ button.
The time is set and will continue to count down and the symbol will
be lit.
At the end of the set time a bleeping sound will be heard and the
symbol will flash for approximately 2 minutes.
After approximately 2 minutes the bleeping sound will stop.
To cancel the symbol flashing, press the ‘-’ button once.
Step 4 To cancel the bleeping sound and the symbol,within the
2 minutes, press the ‘-’button.
To cancel the minute minder period press the ‘-’ button.
Press the ‘-’ button again until the display shows 0.00
After 5 seconds the display will return to the time of day.
If at any time the display shows flashing zero’s / AUTO,it is likely that
the electricity supply has been interrupted.
Reset the timer to the correct time of day.
NOTE: WHEN THE MINUTE MINDER HAS BEEN SET, THE DISPLAY
WILL REVERT TO SHOW THE TIME OF DAY.
ANY REMAINING TIMED PERIOD CAN BE VIEWED BY
PRESSING THE ‘-’ BUTTON.
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Oven Timer Operation (C361E & C461E)
The oven timer offers you the following features:
1. Time of Day
2. Automatic Cooking
3. Minute Minder
Automatic Cooking
The Main Oven (only) can be controlled by the automatic timer.When the
timer control has been set for one oven it is possible to use the other oven
manually.
Hints on
Automatic
Cooking
Timer
Operation
1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook and require
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 reheating
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 it is put in 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,
for example 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 period is kept to a minimum.
7. On warm days, to prevent harmful bacterial growth in certain
foods (ie poultry, joints, etc) the delayed 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 to add these ingredients just before
serving.
9. Foods which discolour should be protected by coating in fat or
tossing in water to which lemon juice has been added, prior to
placing food in the oven.
10. Dishes containing liquid should not be filled too full to prevent
boiling over.
11. Food should be well sealed (but not airtight) in a container to
prevent the loss of liquid during cooking. Aluminium foil gives a
good seal.
12. Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before serving.
1. Make sure all oven controls are turned Off.
2. Check that the electricity supply to the oven is turned On.
3. Check that the oven clock is at the right time of day.
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