Creda E530E, R530E User Manual

E530E / R530E

Installation & User Instructions

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Contents

Introduction 4

Safety Information 5

Features 7

Controls 8

Oven Timer Operation 9

Grill Pan and Handle 15

Using the Top Oven for Solarplus Grilling 16

Operation when using Top Oven for Grilling 17

Solarplus Grill Chart 18

Using the Top Oven as a Convection Oven 19

Operation when using the Top Oven as a Convection Oven 20

Main Oven (Pre-Heat) 21

Using the Main Oven for Fan Cooking 22

Using the Main Oven for Convection Cooking 23

Using the Main Oven for Other Functions 24

Temperature Conversion Chart 25

Oven Temperature Charts 26

Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? 30

Care and Cleaning 31

Installation 35

Something Wrong? 39

Key Contacts Back Cover

3

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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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

Always make sure you remove all packaging and literature from inside the oven

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and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.
Always make sure you understand the controls prior to using the appliance.

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Always keep children away from the appliance when in use as the surfaces will

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get extremely hot during and after cooking.
Always make sure all controls are turned off when you have finished cooking

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and when not in use.
Always stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or

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heat to disperse.
Always use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the

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oven/grill.
Always take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.

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Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and

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allow the appliance to cool.
Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the

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oven.
Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.

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Always take care when removing utensils from the top oven when the main oven

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is in use as the contents may be hot.
Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can

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cause a fire.
Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the

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possibility of bacterial growth.
Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.

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Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.

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During use the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching

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heating elements inside the oven,

SAFETY ADVICE

IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN 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 MOVING IT.
Injuries are often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.
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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Safety Information

Never

Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all

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cooking surfaces will be hot during and after use.
Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

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Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.

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Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.

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Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the

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container to burst.
Never store chemicals, food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the

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appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance.
Never operate the grill with the door closed as this will cause the appliance to

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overheat.
Never use the appliance as a room heater.

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Never use the grill to warm plates.

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Never dry any items on the oven doors.

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Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.

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Never allow children to play with the appliance controls.

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Never use ‘steam cleaners’.

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Features

TOP OVEN TEMPERATURE

& GRILL SELECTION CONTROL

TOP OVEN PILOT LIGHT

GRILL

SETTING

CONTROL

GRILL

ELEMENT

CREDACLEAN

SIDE LINER

(E530E),

VITREOUS
ENAMEL SIDE
LINER (R530E)

TOP OVEN

DOOR

MAIN OVEN

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

MAIN OVEN
PILOT LIGHT

MAIN OVEN SELECT

CONTROL

CLOCK & OVEN

TIMER

SOLARPLUS

GRILL

OVEN LIGHT

GRILL PAN

EASY GLIDE™

SHELF

INNER
DOOR
GLASS

OVEN LIGHT

OVEN SHELF

OVEN FAN

REMOVABLE

SIDE LINER

MEAT PAN

INNER DOOR

GLASS

MAIN OVEN

DOOR

RATING PLATE

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Controls

TOP OVEN TEMPERATURE AND GRILL SELECTION CONTROL

B

MAIN OVEN TEMPERATURE

C

MAIN OVEN SELECTOR

D

CLOCK and OVEN TIMER

1 = Low, 6 = High

Selects the cooking temperature
(Degrees Centigrade) when using the top
oven as a conventional oven.

Switches the top oven to “Half Grill”
mode.

Switches the top oven to “Full Grill”
mode.

Main Oven Temperature Scale (In
Degrees Centigrade).

- When cooking select the required
cooking temperature.

This position is for Fan Oven cooking

This position is for Convection cooking.

Control Markings

Control Knob

A

B

C

D

A

GRILL SETTING CONTROL

Description

Grill Setting Control

Top Oven Temperature &

Grill Selection Control

Main Oven Temperature

Main Oven Selector

Function

Selects the heat at which the grill will cook the
food. 1 – 6 Grill Settings Control:

Note: To grill you must first select a grill
function using control (B).

100 -

220

Half

Grill

Full

Grill

80 ­230

Fan

Oven

Side
Heat

Cooling Fan: A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when any selector

switch is used.
Note: Whenever the appliance has been used, the cooling fan may run on or
restart itself after all the controls have been turned off.
This indicates that the appliance is still warm.

Oven Interior The oven lights are operated when their respective oven control is
Lights used. (N.B. Not all models have a top oven interior light).

Slow Cooking The main oven has a “90˚ setting” this can be used for slow cooking,

keeping food warm and warming plates for a short period. Full details of
this can be found in the Slow Cooking section.

Note: After use, it is advisable to check that all oven controls have been switched off.

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Oven Timer Operation

Automatic Cooking

Hints on
Automatic
Cooking

NOTE: The Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’ before the ovens

can be used.

The Main Oven can be controlled by the automatic timer.

NEVER operate the grill or top oven when the main oven is set to cook

automatically, because the oven cavity can become warm and this may cause

bacterial growth in food.

1. Select foods which require the same cooking time and temperature.

2. To ensure food does not cool down and does not require reheating
set the end time so that the food is ready when you require it.

3. Always ensure that meat and poultry is defrosted before placing in
the oven.

4. Whenever possible, take food out of the refrigerator and keep is as cool
as possible.

5. If cooking food that requires frying before placing in the oven for auto
cooking, keep the delay start time to a minimum,.

6. Never place hot or warm food in the oven for delay start cooking as it
could cause the oven to be warm and produce harmful bacteria in food.

7. We advise that dishes containing left-over, cooked poultry or meat eg.
Shepherd’s Pie, should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a
time delay period.

8. Ensure that delay start times are kept to a minimum to prevent
bacterial growth in food.

9. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay
period so it is best to add these ingredients just before serving.

10. 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.

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

12. 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.

13. Always ensure that food is piping hot and cooked thoroughly before
serving.

14. Only reheat food once.

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Know Your Timer

CLOCKFACE

The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.

Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using you cooker.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPL
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, the timer will emit an audible
tone for 2 minutes, the symbol will start to flash and will continue to flash until
the Minute Minder function is cancelled.

This “Cookpot” symbol will light up either:–

– When you press the Cook Period Button and set a length of time for an Auto

Cooking Programme. (It will go out again a few seconds after you release the

timer buttons).
– During the actual Cook Period.

“AUTO” will light up:–
– When the timer is first turned on it will flash. (It will go out when a time of day

is set.
– When an Auto Cooking Programme has been set.
The “Auto” symbol will flash at the end of an Auto Cooking programme to indicate
that the programme has finished.

(When the “Auto” symbol is flashing, to return the oven to Manual operation,
turn the oven controls off, ensure that the correct time of day is set, and press the
“Manual” button twice – The “Auto” symbol will go out).

Note: If at any time the display shows a ‘KEY’ symbol, it is likely that the timer has been set incorrectly. OVEN
COOKING IS NOTPOSSIBLE. The ‘KEY’ symbol can be deleted and the cooker returned to manual operation by:

- Simultaneously pressing the Minute Minder and the Cook Period buttons for a period of approximately 8
seconds.

- Releasing the buttons and pressing the ‘+’ button.

AY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00

TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS

Minute Minder
Button

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.

AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME

Cook Period Button

End Time Button

Manual Button

“+” and “–” Buttons

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Cook Period is the actual length of time for which, the timer will switch the oven(s)
on as part of an “Auto Cooking” programme.
(e.g. If you set 2 hours, the food will be cooked for 2 hours).

The time of day at which you want an “Auto Cooking” programme to end
For Example: If you set a “Cook Period” for 2 hours, and “End Time” of 11:00. The

timer will switch the oven(s) on at 9:00 and turn the oven(s) off at 11:00. You will hear
a audible tone at 11:00, to indicate that the Auto Cooking Programme has finished.

Notes:

- When setting an Auto Cooking programme you will need to set the oven
controls(s) to the required temperature(s) when you set the timer.

- If an Auto Cooking programme has been set the oven(s) will only operate during
the pre-programmed time.

Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the ovens(s)
to Manual operation.

Used to adjust the various timer function settings.

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Electronic Clock and Automatic Oven Timer Operation

SETTING THE TIME OF DAY

Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off.

Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on.

Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and Auto symbol will be

flashing intermittently.

Step 4 Press & hold in both the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” button together.

Step 5 With the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” buttons still held in, press either

the “+” or “–” buttons to set the correct time of day.

Step 6 Release all the buttons simultaneously.

THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.

To change the time of day repeat Steps 4, 5 & 6 above.

Note: You cannot adjust the time of day if the timer has been set for an Auto

Cooking Programme.

SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER

Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.

Step 2 Press and hold the Minute Minder Button, a symbol will light up.

Step 3 With the “Minute Minder” button held in, set the required Minute Minder

time using the “+” and “–” buttons.

Release all buttons and the timer display will revert back to the time of day. Bell
symbol will remain lit to signify that a Minute Minder period has been set.

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 and the symbol will
go out automatically.

Step 4 To cancel the bleeping sound within the two minutes press the Minute

Minder button.

Note 1 When the Minute Minder has been set, the time remaining can be checked at any

time by simply pressing the Minute Minder button.

Note 2 If necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled before the tone sounds by pressing

and holding the Minute Minder button and then at the same time pressing the “–”
button until 0.00 appears in the display window.

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Electronic Clock and Automatic Oven Timer Operation

AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES

There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:–
(a) To set the timer to switch the oven(s) On and Off Automatically

(b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period.

a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY

This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven switches
off Automatically.

Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).

Step 3 Press and hold in the Cook Period button.

The display will read 0.00 with the cookpot ( ) symbol lit.

Step 4 With the Cook Period button still held in, set the required Cook Period

using the “+” and “–” buttons.

Release the buttons and the timer display will revert to the time of day with the
Auto symbol and Cookpot ( ) symbol lit.

Step 5 Press and hold in the “End Time” button.

The display will read the earliest possible end time for the Cook Period that
you have set above.
The Auto symbol and Cookpot ( ) symbol lit.

Step 6 With the End Time button still held in, use the “+” and “–” buttons to set

the “End Time” (i.e. The time you require the oven to switch off).

Release all the buttons and the timer will revert back to the time of day.

The “Auto” symbol will remain lit to signify that an Auto Cooking Programme has
been set. The ( ) symbol will go out.

Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if

necessary select the appropriate oven function.

Note: If your appliance has two ovens: When the timer has been set for one oven
it is possible to use the other oven only during the same Automatic programme.

At the end of the Automatic Cook Period the Auto Symbol will flash and an
intermittent bleeping sound will be heard.
The bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless cancelled.
The “Auto” symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned to Manual
operation (see below).

Step 8 Press the Manual button to cancel the bleeping sound.

(If 2 minutes has not elapsed).

Step 9 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.

Step 10 Press the manual button again to return the oven(s) to Manual Operation.

(The Auto symbol will go out)

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Electronic Clock and Automatic Oven Timer Operation

Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply

pressing the Cook Period button.

Note 2 When cooking automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply

pressing the End Time button.

b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK

PERIOD

Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).
Step 3 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if necessary select the appropriate oven

NOTE: The Cookpot symbol disappears

function.

Step 4 Press & hold in the “Cook Period” button, the display will read 0.00 and the

cookpot ( ) symbol will light up.

With the Cook Period button still held set the required Cook Period using the “+”
and “–” buttons. Example: 1hr 30 minutes (as shown).

Note: Cook Period is the length of time the food requires to cook.

Step 5 Release all buttons.

The timer display will revert to the time of day with the Auto symbol lit & Cookpot
symbol remaining lit.

At the end of the Cook Period the “Auto” symbol will flash and an intermittent
bleeping sound will be heard.
The bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless cancelled.
The “Auto” symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned to Manual
operation (see below).

Step 6 Press the manual button to cancel the bleeping.

(If 2 minutes has not elapsed)

Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.

Step 8 Press the “Manual” button again to return the cooker to Manual operation.

(The Auto symbol will go out).

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Electronic Clock and Automatic Oven Timer Operation

A
U
T
O

TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE
THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED.

Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.

Step 2 Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button.

Step 3 With the “Cook Period” button still held in, return the display to 0.00 by

pressing the “–” button.

Step 4 Release the “Cook Period” and “–” buttons and the display will revert to

the time of day and the “Auto” symbol will flash.

Step 5 Press the “Manual” button to return the oven(s) to “Manual” operation.

The “Auto” symbol will go out.

Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing

the Cook Period button.

OTHER NOTES ON TIMER OPERATION

1. When cooking Automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time simply by pressing the Cook

Period button.

2. When cooking Automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time

button.

3. Having set a Cook Period and End Time an electronic device stores the information. The device within the

timer will switch the oven(s) on and off at the required times.

4. When setting an Auto Cooking Programme and a mistake is made, to clear:–

(a) Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button.
(b) With the Cook Period button still held in, return the display to by pressing the “–” button.
(c) Release the “Cook Period” & “–” buttons, and the display will revert to the time of day and the “Auto”

symbol will flash.
(d) Press & release the “Manual” button.
(e) Start the sequence again.

5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero’s 0.00. It is likely that the electricity supply to the oven

has been interrupted. Reset the timer to the correct time of day.

Food in the oven may, therefore, not have been cooked, before serving check food is thoroughly heated
and completely cooked.

6. To set each function always press and hold the required function button and at the same time press “+” or

“–” buttons.

Note: Between the hours of 22.00 & 06.00 the display dims to prevent glare.

However, if you should operate a button during this period, the timer will return to normal
brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.

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Grill Pan and Handle

The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate cleaning and storage.
The grill pan handle can be fixed as follows:

(a)

(b)

(c)

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Step 1 Remove the screw and washers from the grill pan bracket (a).
Step 2 Tilt the handle over the recess (b).
Step 3 Slide it towards the centre of the pan (c).
Step 4 Locate the handle over the bracket (d).

For a fixed handle, replace the screw and washers and ensure they are fully
tightened up. If a detachable handle is required, do not replace the screw and
washers.

Note: If a fixed handle is required, the grill pan is unable to be kept in the main oven with
the door closed but may be stored on the floor of the top oven with the door closed when
the appliance is not in use.

Grill Pan Food Grid and Anti-Splash Tray

GRILL PAN

ANTI-SPLASH
TRAY

Note: To stop fat splashing onto the grill mesh, it is important to use the anti-splash tray as
shown in the grilling chart. Always clean the grill pan, anti-splash tray and food grid after
each use.

GRILL PAN

Easy Glide™ Shelf

1. Only use Grill Pan supplied.

2. Never attempt to remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf with the grill pan in position.

3. Always withdraw the Easy Glide™ Shelf to its stop position before removing the grill
pan (to avoid damaging the grill).

(d)

FOOD GRID

Top Oven Shelf Positioning for Grilling

ENSURE SHELVES ARE FITTED CORRECT WAY UP.

3
2
1

DO NOT PLACE FOOD/UTENSILS DIRECTLY ON THE OVEN FLOOR

3
2
1

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Using the Top Oven for Solarplus Grilling

Your cooker is not fitted with a conventional grill. Creda have developed a Solarplus
high speed grill which is designed to reduce your grilling times. It is quicker because it
takes less time to warm up from cold. Conventional grills require 5 minutes pre-heat
before food is placed beneath them, but for normal grilling the Solarplus grill can be
used directly from cold without any pre-heat.
However, when toasting, optimum performance is achieved by pre-heating the grill for
about 1 minute.

Note: You will notice that the grill elements are protected by a wire mesh. This stops
you from touching live parts.

DO NOT under any circumstances insert objects into the grill mesh as this could
damage the element wire, break the glass tubes or if the grill is on, cause electric
shock.

During use the mesh may become soiled. Care must be taken to ensure the grill mesh
is not distorted – do not store the grill pan handle on the food grid when the shelf is in
the highest position.

Grilling Procedure

1. Open the grill/top oven door fully.

2. Ensure that the Easy Glide™ Shelf is located in the correct
position.

3. Preheat the grill, if necessary, with the Easy Glide™ Shelf pulled
out (Fig 1).

4. Locate the grill pan in the Easy Glide™ Shelf (see Fig 2)and push

Fig 1

Fig 2

back under the element.

5. The grill pan should be withdrawn, always using the grill pan
handle, to the stop position to turn or remove cooked food.
(There is no need to remove the grill pan from the Easy Glide™
Shelf).

6. NEVER line the grill pan with aluminium foil as this may cause
overheating of fat in the grill pan.

NOTE: To stop fat splashing onto the grill element mesh, it is
important to use the anti-splash tray. Always clean the grill pan
anti-splash tray and food grid after each use.

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NOTE: Preheat the grill if, necessary, with the Easy Glide™ Shelf pulled out (Fig.1)

Ensure that the Easy Glide™ Shelf is in the correct position.
Leave the control at 6 for toast, and for fast cooking of foods.
For thicker foods requiring longer cooking, turn the switch to a lower setting after the
initial sealing on both sides at 6. The thicker the food, the lower the control should be set.
DO NOT line the grill pan with aluminium foil, as this increases the amount of fat spitting
which can cause a fire.
After use always return both controls to their OFF (0) position.

Operation when using the Top Oven for Grilling

GRILL SETTING CONTROL

A

TOP OVEN TEMPERATURE AND GRILL SELECTION CONTROL CLOCK and OVEN TIMER

B

Step 1 Ensure that the Timer is set to manual.
Step 2 Turn knob (B) clockwise to select grill function setting:

Set to: For Half Grill (Left hand side only).

NOTE: As you turn past the end of the oven temperature scale you will feel resistance on the
knob – continue turning clockwise until the grill setting position is selected.

Half
Grill

Full

For Full Grill.

Grill

Step 3 Turn knob (A) anti-clockwise to select the Grill Setting (1–6). (1=Low, 6=High).

Grill Controls Example:

Full

= Full Grill Function

Grill

6

= Maximum Grill Setting

NOTE: Do not grill with the grill/top

oven door closed.

Step 4 After use, turn both controls A & B

to their off (●) position.

DOOR POSITION

FOR GRILLING.

DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the grill is in use as the surfaces get
extremely hot.

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Pan to be used

Grill pan and food

Grill pan and food

support

Grill pan and grid

on the shelf

Dish placed directly

support

support

tray and grid

Grill pan, anti-splash

Grill pan, anti-splash

trivet & food support

Grill pan and food

Approximate

Setting

Easy Glide™ Shelf

Guide to Solarplus Grilling

Preheat oven for

Cooking Time

oven.

Position from base of

one minute

3-5 minutes

Setting 6

3 or 2

Setting 6

10-15 minutes

Setting 6 for 4 minutes

then reduce to Setting 5

3 or 2

None

Setting 6 for 6-8 minutes

25-30 minutes

4 or 5

then reduce to Setting

2

None

6-8 minutes

10-15 minutes

Setting 6

2

None

10-15 minutes

3

3

None

None

10-12 minutes

Setting 4

3 or 2

None

10-12 minutes

Setting 4

3 or 2

None

5-10 minutes

Setting 6

3 or 2

Setting 6

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Food

Toasting of Bread

Fillets

Products

Sausage, Bacon

Small cuts of meat,

Chops etc.

Gammon steaks

Fish Whole

Fingers

products

Pre-cooked Potato

Pizzas

Browning of food

Cheese

eg. Cauliflower

Using the Top Oven as a Convection Oven

The top oven should be used to cook small quantities of food. The oven is
designed so that the grill element operates at a reduced heat output, this
is combined with a heating element situated underneath the floor of the
oven. To ensure even cooking of the food it is important that cooking
utensils are positioned correctly on the oven shelf so that the element is
directly above. As a guide, the front of the utensil should be approx.
100mm (4”) from the front of the shelf.

Easy Glide™ Shelf

Important:

Note: Charts are a guide only, to suit personal taste and requirements, it may be
necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10oC. It may also be necessary to
increase or decrease cooking times.

Shelf Positioning

ENSURE SHELVES ARE FITTED THE CORRECT WAY UP

The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be
used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting
vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner
position as stated in the meat cooking charts.

Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan when the pan is
being used for oven cooking.

Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the
oven, as the Easy Glide™ Shelf and the grill pan will be hot.
Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the grill pan and
food still in position.

3

SHELF POSITIONS 1 OR 2
TO BE USED WHEN USING THE

2

TOP OVEN AS A
CONVECTION OVEN

1

DO NOT PLACE FOOD/UTENSILS DIRECTLY ON THE OVEN FLOOR

There should always be at least 25mm (1 inch) between the top of the
food and the grill element.

WARNING: Items stored in the top oven will get hot when the main oven is in use.

DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the top oven is in use as the
surfaces get extremely hot.

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Operation when using the Top Oven as a Convection
Oven

TOP OVEN TEMPERATURE & GRILL SELECTION CONTROL

B

GRILL SETTING CONTROL

A

MAIN OVEN TEMPERATURE

C

TOP OVEN PILOT LIGHT

MAIN OVEN PILOT LIGHT

Step 1 Ensure that the Timer is set to Manual.

Step 2 Place the shelf in the correct position (see Oven Temperature Charts).

Step 3 Select the required cooking temperature (100–220

(see Top Oven Temperature Charts).
The pilot light will immediately come on, and remain on until the oven
reaches the required temperature. The light will then automatically go off and
on during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature.

Step 4 Place the food on the shelf directly below the element ensuring the oven door is

closed.

NOTE: At the end of your cooking, always return control (B) to the OFF (●) position.

MAIN OVEN SELECTOR

D

TIMER

o

C) using control (B)

Plate Warming

Place the plates/dishes on shelf position 1 from the base of the top oven, and turn top
oven temperature and grill selection control (B) to 100

Never use the grill setting control (A) when warming plates.

o

C for 10-15 minutes.

Top Oven Utensils

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Do Not use: Meat Pans and Baking Trays larger than – 225mm x 300mm (9”x12”)

DO NOT use the main oven meat pan as a meat pan in the top oven, as the air

circulation will be seriously restricted.

Main Oven (Pre-Heat)

Fan Oven Mode

Fan Ovens provide even distribution of heat, allowing food to be cooked anywhere in
the oven at the same temperature, ideal for batch baking.
Pre-heating is not necessary in the fan oven mode for most foods because the oven
element is situated around the fan blade which in turn circulates the hot air evenly
around the oven quickly.

Side Heat Mode

This is an oven mode long favoured for traditional British cooking.
The heating elements at the side create different temperature zones with the hottest
at the top and the coolest at the bottom. This allows you to cook at different
temperatures on different shelves.
The unique design of the Creda Smartcook™ oven permits an initial boost that
reduces the usual pre-heat time of approximately 15-20 minutes in a non-fan oven to
approximately 8-9 minutes (based on 180˚C). During the initial boost both the side
and the rear elements are on as well as the fan. When the oven reaches temperature
in this mode, the fan will remain on for a further 4 minutes after opening the door
and will then switch off automatically.

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Using the Main Oven for Fan Cooking

Since a circulaire fan oven heats up more quickly and generally cooks food at a
lower temperature than a conventional oven, pre-heating is often unnecessary. For
guides on “pre-heating”, “cooking temperatures” and “cooking times” see “Oven

Note: Charts are a guide only, to suit personal taste and requirements, it may be necessary to

Main oven shelf positioning for Fan Oven

Temperature Charts” later in book.

o

increase or decrease temperatures by 10

Most foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, due to even distribution of
heat in the main oven, but the shelves must be evenly spaced.
The top oven rod shelf can be used in the main oven when cooking large quantities
of food. (N.B. Maximum 3 shelves in the main oven).

Food or utensils should never be placed directly on the floor of the oven
for cooking.

DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the main oven is in use as the

surfaces get extremely hot.

C. It may also be necessary to increase or decrease

cooking times.

Easy Glide™ Shelf

Important:

Main Oven Utensils

Do Not Use: Meat Pans larger than – 375mm x 300mm (15”x12”)

Temperature and Time

The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be used for cooking in
the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in
the oven on the same runner position as stated in the meat cooking chart.

Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan, when the pan is being used for oven
cooking.
Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the oven, as the Easy
Glide™ Shelf and the pan will be hot.
Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the pan and food still in position.

Baking Trays larger than – 325mm x 250mm (13”x10”)

When all three shelves are in use to cook large quantities of food, it may be
necessary to increase the cooking times given in the temperature charts by a few
minutes,to allow for the loss of heat due to extra time taken to load the oven, and the
larger mass of food. Baking trays should have an even gap around the oven.

Main Fan Oven Operation

MAIN OVEN TEMPERATURE

C

Step 1 Check that the timer is in manual.
Step 2 Place the shelf/shelves in the correct position, See Oven Temperature Charts (Main

Step 3 Place the food centrally on the shelf ensuring the oven door is fully closed.
Step 4 Select Fan Oven cooking, by turning control (D) clockwise to ‘FANOVEN’.
Step 5 Select the required cooking temperature (80 to 230

Note: When you have finished using your cooker, always return the controls to their OFF (●) position. At the

end of the cooking period there may be a momentary puff of steam when the door is opened. This will disperse

Fan Oven).

clockwise. The pilot light will immediately come on, and remain on until the oven
reaches the required temperature. The light will then automatically go off and on
during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature.

in a few seconds and is a perfectly normal characteristic of an oven with a good door seal.

MAIN OVEN PILOT LIGHT

MAIN OVEN SELECTOR

D

TIMER

o

C) by turning control (C)

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Using the Main Oven for Convection Cooking

(Side Heat)

With convection cooking the oven needs to be pre-heated before use. For guides on
“pre-heating”, “cooking temperatures”, “cooking times” and shelf positions, see “Oven
Temperature Charts” (convection cooking) later in book.

Note: Charts are a guide only, to suit personal taste and requirements, it may be necessary to

increase or decrease temperatures by 10oC. It may also be necessary to increase or decrease

cooking times.

Main oven shelf positioning for Convection Cooking

Shelves must be positioned as recommended in the cooking charts (convection
oven)

(N.B. A maximum of 2 shelves to be used in the main oven).

Food or utensils should ne
for cooking.

DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the main oven is in use as the

ver be placed directly on the floor of the oven

surfaces get extremely hot.

Easy Glide™ Shelf

Important:

The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be used for cooking in
the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in
the oven on the same runner position as stated in the meat cooking chart.

Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan, when the pan is being used for oven
cooking.
Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the oven, as the Easy
Glide™ Shelf and the pan will be hot.

Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the pan and food still in position.

Main Convection Oven (Side Heat) Operation

C

MAIN OVEN TEMPERATURE

Step 1 Check that the timer is in manual.
Step 2 Place the shelf/shelves in the correct position, See Oven Temperature Charts

Step 3 Place the food centrally on the shelf ensuring the oven door is fully closed.
Step 4 Select Convection cooking (side heat), by turning control (D) anti-clockwise to ‘SIDE

Step 5 Select the required cooking temperature (80 to 230

(Convection Oven).

HEAT’.

clockwise. The pilot light will immediately come on, and remain on until the oven
reaches the required temperature. The light will then automatically go off and on
during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature.

MAIN OVEN PILOT LIGHT

Important:

When Side Heat cooking has been started and the controls are then switched OFF and ON
again for any reason the boost sequence will then re-start.

MAIN OVEN SELECTOR

D

TIMER

o

C) by turning control (C)

Note: When you have finished using your cooker, always return the controls to their OFF (●) position. At the

end of the cooking period there may be a momentary puff of steam when the door is opened. This will disperse

in a few seconds and is a perfectly normal characteristic of an oven with a good door seal.

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Using the Main Oven for Other Functions

90

“SLOW” Setting (FAN OVEN only)

This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short
periods. Extra care should be taken when warming bone china, as it may be damaged
in a hot oven.

DO NOT place food or plates directly on the oven floor as this could damage both the
oven lining and the plates which are being warmed.

Advantages of “SLOW” cooking are:

The oven stays cleaner because there is less splashing.
Timing of food is not as critical, so there is less fear of overcooking.
Inexpensive joints of meat are tenderised.
Fully loading the oven can be economical.
Cooking times can be extended in some cases by up to 2 hours.
The kitchen stays cooler.

Operation:

1. Place the prepared food in the main oven and ensure the door is fully closed.

2. Turn the Main Oven selector (D) clockwise to the FAN OVEN position.

3. Select (Slow Cooking Temperature) by turning Main Oven Temperature

90

Control (C) clockwise ensuring the oven door is fully closed.

Storage and re-heating of food:

1. If food is to be frozen or not used immediately, place it in a clean container
and cool as soon as possible.

2. Always thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before re-heating.

3. Always reheat food thoroughly and ensure it is piping hot before serving.

4. Only re-heat food once.

Points to consider when preparing food for “SLOW” cooking:

1. Make sure that the dishes to be used will fit into the oven ensuring enough room for
air to circulate.

2. All dishes cooked on the slow setting will require a minimum of 6 hours, however, if
they are cooked for 1-2 hours longer then deterioration in their appearance may be
noticed.

3. Never cook joints of meat over 2.7kg (6 lb) or poultry over 2.0kg (4lb 8oz).
We do not recommend that joints of meat or poultry are stuffed before cooking on
the slow setting.

4. To seal in the meat juices, always cook meat or poultry at 170
wrapping in foil and placing on a rack over a tin (to allow good air
circulation) before turning the control to the slow setting and cooking immediately.

5. Always ensure that joints of pork and poultry are thoroughly cooked by checking
with a meat thermometer before serving.

6. Always thaw frozen foods completely before cooking. We do not recommend placing
frozen food in the oven to cook.

7. Always bring soups, liquids and casseroles to the boil before placing in the oven.

8. Ensure that casserole dishes have a good seal (not airtight) and cover to the top with
foil to prevent loss of moisture.

9. Ensure that fruit and vegetables are cut into even sized small pieces to cook properly.

10. Always adjust seasoning before serving.

11. If using dried red kidney beans it is important that the beans are soaked and then
boiled for a minimum of 10 minutes before using in any dish to destroy any toxins.

12. When cooking fish or egg dishes it may be necessary to check during cooking to avoid
overcooking.

o

C for 30 minutes before

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Temperature Conversion Chart

Gas

Mark

1

2

/

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

o

F

Main

Conventional

Oven

250 100

275

300

325

350

375

400

425

450

475

120

140

150

160

180

190

200

220

–

–

To p

Convection

Oven

110

130

140

150

170

180

190

210

220

–

Main

Fan

Oven

120

130

140

160

170

180

200

210

220

25

Top Oven Temperature Charts - Meat

Top Oven Cooking

Temperature

Meat

Beef/ Lamb
(slow roasting)

Beef/ Lamb
(foil covered)

Pork
(slow roasting)

Pork
(foil covered)

Veal
(slow roasting)

Veal
(foil covered)

Poultry/Game
(slow roasting)

Poultry/Game
(foil covered)

Casserole
Cooking

Pre-

heat

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

o

C

170/180

190/200

170/180

190/200

170/180

190/200

170/180

190/200

150

Time (approx.)

35 mins per 450g (1lb)

+ 35 mins over.

35-40 mins per 450g

(1lb)

40 mins per 450g (1lb)

+ 40 mins over

40 mins per 450g (1lb)

40-45 mins per 450g

(1lb) + 40 mins over

40-45 mins per 450g

(1lb)

25-30 mins per 450g

(1lb) + 25 mins over

25-30 mins per 450g

(1lb)

1

2

hrs

/

2-2

Position in

Oven

Runner 1

from

bottom of

oven.

COOKING MEAT/POULTRY IN THE TOP OVEN

Small joints of meat up to 1.5Kg (3 lbs) and poultry up to 3.6Kg (8lbs) can be roasted in a small
meat pan in the top oven.

IF USING ALUMINIUM FOIL

1. Never allow foil to touch sides of oven.

2. Never cover interior with foil.

3. Never cover shelves with foil.

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 of meat, or the thickest part of poultry
thighs, during the cooking period. The meat thermometer will indicate
when the required internal temperature has been reached.

Rare 60

O

C

Beef

Medium 70

O

Well Done 70OC

C

Pork

O

90

Lamb

O

80

C

C

Poultry

O

C

90

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Top Oven Temperature Charts - Baking

Baking

Food

Scones

Small Cakes

Victoria Sandwich

Sponge Sandwich

Swiss Roll

Semi-rich Fruit
cakes

Rich Fruit Cakes

Shortcrust Pastry

Puff Pastry

Yorkshire Pudding
Individual Yorkshire

Puddings

Milk Pudding

Baked Custard

Bread

Meringues

Convection Cooking Top Oven

Temperature

Pre-

heat

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

o

C

200

180

170

180/190

190/200

150/170

150

190/200

200/220

190/200

200/210

140

150

200/210

100

Time in mins.

9-12

15-20

20

15

9-12

60-90

120-135

40-45

Depending on use

40-45

40-45

105-135

45-50

25-30

150-180

Position

In Oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 1 from

bottom of oven

Runner 2 from

bottom of oven

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 10˚C. Temperatures recommended in this chart

refer to cakes made with block margarines or butter only.

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Fan Oven Cooking (Main Oven)

Food

Time

(approx.)

+ 20 mins extra

+ 25 mins extra

20-25 mins per 450g (1lb)

20-30 mins per 450g (1lb)

C

o

160/180

Beef

No

160/180

No

Lamb

Temperature

Pre-

heat

Meat

+ 25 mins extra

+ 25 mins extra

20-30 mins per 450g (1lb)

160/180

No

Pork

15-20 mins per 450g (1lb)

25-30 mins per 450g (1lb)

160/170

No

Chicken/Turkey

Veal

+12 mins extra

+ 20 mins extra

12-14 mins per 450g (1lb)

160/180

150/160

No

No

up to 4kg (8lb)

Turkey up to 5.5kg

(12lb)

⁄2 - 2 hours

1

1

10kg (22lb) = 264 mins

10 mins per 450g (1lb) eg.

150

140

No

No

Turkey over 5.5kg

(12lb)

Casserole / Stews

Poultry

Lamb

Pork

C

O

90

C

O

80

C

O

90

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Shelf Position

(from base of oven)

2

2

2

2

2

2

2

C

O

Well Done 70

C

O

Time

(approx.)

(1 lb) + 25 mins extra

(1 lb) + 25 mins extra

(1 lb) + 30 mins extra

Main Oven Temperature Chart - Meat

approx 25-30 mins per 450g

approx 25-30 mins per 450g

approx 30-35 mins per 450g

C

o

Yes 190/200

Beef

190/200

Yes

Lamb

Side Heat Oven Cooking (Main Oven)

Food

Temperature

Pre-

heat

Meat

(1 lb) + 30 mins extra

approx 25-35 mins per 450g

approx 25-30 mins per 450g

190/200

190/200

Yes

Yes

Pork

Veal

(1 lb) + 20 mins extra

Up to 5.5kg (12 lb) allow 22 mins

190/200

Yes

Poultry / Game

per 450g (1 lb)

mins per 450g (1 lb)

Over 5.5kg (12 lb) allow 16

190

180

Yes

Tur key

Depending on quantity.

140/160

Yes

Casserole / Stews

The above times and temperatures are for open roasting. Cooking times may need to be increased when covering food with foil.

IF USING ALUMINIUM FOIL 1. Never allow foil to touch sides of oven. 2. Never cover interior with foil. 3. Never cover shelves with foil.

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

Beef

Medium 70

C

O

Rare 60

a joint of meat, or the thickest part of poultry thighs, during the cooking period. The meat thermometer will indicate

when the required internal temperature has been reached.

Fan Oven Cooking

8-10

15-20

20-25

15-20

12-15

75-90

on size.

Depending

45-50

on use.

Depending

40-45

20-25

40-50

105-135

45-50

180-240

Time in mins.

C

o

210/220

170/180

170/190

160/170

180/200

140/150

190/200

130/140

180/190

190/200

130/140

190/200

140/150

80-90

200/210

Temperature

Main Oven Temperature Chart - Baking

SIDE HEAT Oven Convection Cooking (Main Oven)

Pre-

heat

Shelf Position

(from base of oven)

Time

C

o

Temperature

Pre-

heat

Yes

2 and 5

2 and 5

10-16 mins

15-25 mins

220/230

190/200

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

3

5

2 and 5

2 and 5

⁄2 hours

1

⁄4-1

12-15 mins

1

1

20-30 mins (2 x 8" tins)

15-20 mins (2 x 7" tins)

180/190

Yes

190/200

Yes

180/200

170/180

Yes

Yes

3

richness of mixture.

Time depending on size and

140/150

Yes

Yes

5

5

2 and 5

Time depending on recipe.

220

Yes

40-45 mins

210/220

Yes

50 mins - 1 hour

200/210

Yes

Yes

5

3

⁄2 hours

1

20-25 mins

2 - 2

210/220

150/160

Yes

Yes

Yes

3

2 and 5

40-50 mins

45-60 mins

Reducing to 220˚C after 10 mins

230

150/160

Yes

Yes

2 and 5

⁄2 hours

1

⁄2 - 3 hours

1

⁄2 - 4

1

Small 2

Large 3

100/110

Yes

Baking

Food

Scones

Small Cakes

Victoria Sandwich

Sponge Sandwich

(Fatless)

Swiss Roll

Semi-rich

Fruit Cake

Rich Fruit Cakes

Shortcrust

Pastry

Puff Pastry

Yorkshire Pudding

Individual Yorkshire

Pudding

Milk Pudding

Baked Custard

Bread

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 10˚C. Temperatures recommended in this chart

refer to cakes made with block margarines or butter only.

Note: When using two shelf positions at the same time on SIDE HEAT (eg. to bake two apple
pies or a full oven of bread) the items should be interchanged half way through the cooking

period. When baking two trays of scones or small cakes, the lower tray may require a few

minutes longer and to be moved up to the higher position.

Meringues

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Cooking Results Not Satisfactory

GRILL

Uneven cooking front to back Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below the grill

Fat splattering Ensure that the grill pan is not lined with foil.

element.

Ensure that the grill setting control (A) is not set too high.
If Solarplus grill – use anti-splash tray supplied under the
food support.

BAKING GENERAL

Uneven rising of cakes Ensure that the oven shelves are level.

Sinking of cakes The following may cause cakes to sink:

Over/undercooking Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in the

1. Pre-heating of fan ovens – not always necessary.

2. Cooking at too high a temperature – reduce standard
temperatures by 25

3. Using normal creaming method with a soft margarine.
If using soft margarine, use an all in one method instead of
the traditional creaming of the margarine and sugar.
Remember when using a food mixer or processor not to
over-cream soft margarine.

Oven Temperature Charts provided, however, it may be
necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10°C
to suit personal taste.

Do not use utensils greater than 56mm (2
roasting.

o

C for fan ovens.

l

'') in height for

⁄

4

TOP OVEN BAKING

Uneven cooking front to back Ensure that the cooking utensil is at least 100mm (4") from the

Uneven rising Ensure that the shelf is level (as above) and that the food is

Overcooking Remember to reduce cooking temperatures by 10°C from

Food is taking too long to cook Ensure that the cooking utensil used in the top oven is not

front of the shelf.

positioned correctly in the oven.

standard recipes when using the top oven.

larger than 300mm x 225mm (12"x 9"), e.g. Do Not use the
main oven meat pan.

Only cook one item at a time to avoid overloading the oven.

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Care and Cleaning

Warning: Before cleaning, please ensure that the electricity supply to the appliance is switched off
and the appliance is fully cold.

1. “CREDACLEAN” OVEN LINERS (TOP OVEN) (E530E)

TOP OVEN SIDE LINERS

MAIN OVEN SIDE LINERS

AND REAR PANEL

2. VITREOUS ENAMEL OVEN LINERS (TOP OVEN) (R530E)

(a) How "Credaclean" works.
The surfaces of the "Credaclean" oven liners are treated with a
special vitreous enamel which absorbs cooking soils.
At temperatures of 220°C (425°F) or above, the special surface
enables these soils to be slowly destroyed.
The higher the temperature the more effective it is.

(b) Cleaning.

In most cases normal cooking operations at 220°C (425°F) will
permit this cleaning operation to proceed during cooking.
However if higher cooking temperatures are not used regularly,
it may be necessary, in order to prevent heavy soiling, to run
the ovens without shelves or meat pan, at a maximum setting
for a couple of hours.
It should not normally be necessary to clean the "Credaclean"
panels with water. If the user feels it is desirable to do so, wipe
them over with a clean, soapy cloth, followed by a wipe with a
clean damp cloth.

Cleaning.

These can be cleaned by wiping them over with a clean soapy
cloth, followed by a wipe with a clean damp cloth. For more
stubborn stains on the side liners use a well soaped, fine steel
wool soap pad.

3. OVEN LINERS (MAIN OVEN) Cleaning.Enamel coating:

These can be cleaned by wiping them over with a clean, soapy
cloth, followed by a wipe with a clean damp cloth or in a
dishwasher (see below removal / refitting instructions).
For more stubborn stains on the side liners, use a well soaped
fine steel wool soap pad.

Removal / Refitting.

(a) To remove liners: Grip at the bottom and lift upwards and
remove from the oven for cleaning.

(b) To refit liners: Place the liner over the four shoulder screws
and slide downwards, ensuring all four corners are engaged
correctly and the hand grip is positioned towards the bottom
of the oven.

DO NOT use biological washing powder, harsh abrasives or chemical oven cleaners of any kind as
this could damage the “Credaclean” and Vitreous Enamel oven liners.

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Care and Cleaning

4. CLEANING GRILL, TOP OVEN AND MAIN OVEN

(a) Base & Rear of Top Oven and Base of Main Oven.

Wipe out the oven with a damp soapy cloth. For more
stubborn stains on the base of the oven use a well
soaped fine steel wool soap pad.

(b) Grill Pan, Meat Pans & Oven Shelves etc.

To prevent stains from being burnt on to the grill pan,
food support and rod shelf, always wash immediately
after use in hot soapy water.
Use a well soaped fine steel wool soap pad to remove
stubborn stains from the rod shelves, grill pan, meat pan
and the base of the oven.

NOTE: Take care when cleaning the Easy Glide™ Shelf not
to trap fingers between mating parts.

DO NOT use aerosol cleaners on this oven as they could
adversely affect the fan motor unit, and cannot be wiped off
the fan blade.

(c) Solarplus Grill

To clean the Solarplus grill, use a clean, damp, soapy
cloth and wipe over. If stubborn stains remain, gently
clean with a well soaped nylon scouring pad and wipe
over with a damp cloth.

GRILL
PAN

OVEN
SHELVES

MAIN
OVEN
BASE

SOLARPLUS GRILL

BASE &
REAR

ROASTING
TRAY

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DO NOT use metal cleaning utensils, wire wool or
proprietary oven cleaners on the grill element mesh.

Care and Cleaning

5. OVEN DOORS

CONTROL PANEL

OVEN
DOORS

TRIMS

6. REPLACEMENT OF THE OVEN LAMP

TOP OVEN LAMP

(a) Control Panel
Regularly wipe with a clean, damp cloth and polish with a
clean, dry cloth.

(b) Trims

It is advisable to clean the trims regularly to prevent any
build up of soiling which may detract from the appearance
the cooker. The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe
over the trims with a clean, soft cloth wrung out in hot
water, or mild non abrasive cleaner.
(If in doubt try the cleaner on a small area of trim which is
not noticeable in normal use), then after wiping with a cloth
wrung out in clear water, dry with a clean, soft cloth.

(c) Inner Door Panels & Glass

Open the door fully. The glass panel may now be washed.
Stubborn stains can be removed by using a well soaped, fine
steel wool soap pad.

DO NOT use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will
scratch the glass.

Warning: Before removing lamp lens, please ensure that the
electricity supply to the appliance is switched off and the
appliance is fully cold.

of

Open the oven door and remove the oven shelves.
Using a thick cloth, grip the lamp lens, unscrew anti­clockwise and remove the lens.
Carefully unscrew the bulb anti-clockwise. Fit replacement
bulb (15W 300°C SES). Fit replacement bulb and refit lens.

MAIN OVEN LAMP

7. HOW TO CLEAN THE LAMP LENS

TOP OVEN LAMP

MAIN OVEN LAMP

Warning: Before cleaning lamp lens, please ensure that the
electricity supply to the appliance is switched off and the
appliance is fully cold.

Open the oven door and remove the oven shelves.
Using a thick cloth, grip the lamp lens, unscrew anti­clockwise and remove.
Clean with a non-abrasive cleansing cream and refit
lamp lens.

DO NOT use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will
scratch the glass lens

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Care and Cleaning

Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated
with a heat reflective layer. Do not use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will
scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical
blows.

Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool pad.
panel may be cleaned, while still warm, without removing it from the door. After cleaning, rinse
and dry with a soft cloth.

CLEANING THE DOORS

SIDE OPENING DOORS

Cleaning the door glass is the same as the drop down doors, except take care to support the
weight of the inner glass when removing and refitting.

DROP DOWN DOORS

Remove the door inner glass as follows.

1. Open the door fully and unscrew the two screws securing the glass panel so that the
securing brackets can be turned. There is no need to remove the screws completely.

2. Turn the brackets so that the glass can be removed and cleaned at the sink (Fig. 1.)

Fig. 1.

For slight soiling the inner glass

3. The inside of the outer door glass can now be
cleaned while still fitted to the cooker.

Glass

NEVER OPERATE THE COOKER WITHOUT THE INNER DOOR GLASS IN
POSITION.

Refit the door inner glass as follows.

1. NOTE: The inner door glass has a special reflective coating on one side. Replace the door
inner glass so that the statement: “IMPORTANT THIS FACE TOWARDS THE OVEN” can
be read from the inner side of the door.

2. Turn the two securing brackets back to their original position to retain the glass and
tighten the screws. (Fig. 2.)

Fig. 2.

Glass

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Installation

Electrical Requirements

For your own safety, we recommend that your cooker is installed by a competent
person such as one who is registered with NICEIC (National Inspection Council for
Electrical Installation Contracting). The cooker should be installed in accordance with
the latest edition of the IEE Regulations.

Warning: This appliance must be earthed.

Electrical Connections

The installer must check that the voltage shown at the rating plate corresponds with
the house electricity supply.
The cooker must be supplied via a suitable double pole isolating switch, having a
contact separation of at least 3mm in all poles placed in a readily accessible position
adjacent to the cooker.
If the cooker is to be wired into a connector unit, this may be positioned behind the
cooker providing the following requirements are met:
i) The connector unit must not project from the wall more than 25mm.
ii) The top of the connector must not be more than 130mm above floor level.

Remove the terminal cover at the rear base of the cooker. Pass the cable through the
cable clamp and connect to the appropriate terminals provided.
Allow sufficient cable for any future servicing.
Tighten the screws on the cable clamp and replace the cover.
Make main connections in the connector unit or cooker control unit.
This appliance conforms to B.S. EN 55014 regarding suppression of Radio and
Television reception interference.
A double Pole control switch having a minimum rating of 32 amps should be used to
feed the cooker using a suitably rated cable.
Where a hob is fitted adjacent to or over the cooker, a 45 amp Double Pole control
switch should be used to feed both units via separate suitably rated cables.
We recommend a minimum of 4mm
B.S. 6004 for connection of each appliance.
Where a hob is fitted above the cooker the cable connecting the hob to the cooker
control unit must be of 2.5mm

In all cases adhere to routing details (see fig. 5).

2

PVC insulated twin and earth cable conforming to

2 85o

C heat resistant cable to BS6141 table 15

This appliance must not be installed over any other appliance that generates heat
such as a plinth heater

Note: Due to many different types of installation, a mains cable is not
supplied with this product. The installer will fit the correct type and length of
cable.

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Installation

Important

It is essential that the lower cupboard is constructed in the manner illustrated i.e.
having side, back, and roof panels so joined as to provide no apertures which could
permit access to the oven unit when installed.

1. General

The appliance is designed for mounting at a safe level into an oven housing which
must be secured to the backing wall.

2. Ventilation

a. The oven housing unit cabinet dimensions must comply with fig. 4.
b. An air gap of 50mm minimum must be provided at the rear of any top or bottom

cupboards or shelves (see fig. 1).

c. It is necessary that the cabinets are provided with unobstructed ventilation, i.e.

from adjacent cabinetry. This can be done by either raising the base of the
cabinets using the adjusting feet (or spacers) or alternatively by providing a slot in
the cabinet plinth to the dimensions in fig. 1.

d. The air gap at rear allows the warmed air to pass out of the inner cabinet space.

Where it is intended to fit cupboards above the oven unit to ceiling height, it is
essential that the warmed air is exhausted through the front of the cabinet
(see fig. 1).

e. If an oven unit is installed adjacent to a tall cabinet, steam escaping from the oven

when the door is opened could condense on and maybe stain the adjacent
surface. To prevent permanent staining, the adjacent surface should be made of a
material that is heat resisting and easy to clean. Adjacent tall cabinets should not
be deeper than the oven housing cabinet.

3. Final Installation

a. Using a spirit level, check that the housing cabinet is level from side to side and

from front to back in its installed position.

b. Correct any unevenness by placing spacers under the bottom of the cabinet.

Make sure that the cabinet rests firmly on the floor without rocking.

c. Before the oven is fitted, the cabinet must be firmly secured to the backing wall for

stability.

d. The oven unit should now be lifted (this is a two person lift) into the cabinet and

pushed fully home.

e. Finally, the oven is secured to the cabinet by means of the four Pozi Wash Head

screws - two through each side trim.

f. Remove all packaging material from the grill and oven interior.

List of loose items:

4 x Pozi Wash Head No. 6 x 15mm screws.

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Tall Cabinet Ventilation

Fig. 1

Ventilation Slot required

here if cabinet does not

fit to ceiling -51mm x 457mm min. area

50mm

Air Gap

Ventilation Slot

required

here if the cabinet

does fit to the ceiling -
51mm x 457mm min.

area

50mm

Air Gap

Ventilation Slot

required here

51mm x 457mm

min. area

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577mm

exc. handle

knobs

560mm

Viewed down

through cabinet

560mm

887mm

Fig. 2

597mm

887mm

878mm if

cooker

trim
is to

overlap

top edge

of shelf

Fig. 4

550mm

875mm

560-574mm

550mm

min *

Cabinet

Fig. 3

No. 6 x 15mm screw
(4 supplied)

Oven Door

Connector

Box

2

4mm
Cable
To O ven

6mm
Cable

if hob fitted

4mm2 Cable

to Hob if

fitted

2

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* excluding pipe work

and other projections

Something Wrong?

Before calling a Service Engineer, please check through the following lists.

Problem

Slight odour or small amount
of smoke when grill / oven
used first time

Nothing works.

Display shows 0.00 AUTO.

Main Oven does not work, but
the Grill and Top Oven work.

Top Oven and Grill do not
work, but the Main Oven
works.

Grill does not work.

Grill keeps turning on and off.

Can not set an “Auto Cook”
programme

Draught from beneath control
panel.

Timer buzzer/bleeper
operates continually

Grilling is uneven

Oven does not cook evenly

Oven temperatures too
high or low

Oven lamp does not work

Condensation on the wall at
the rear of the cooker.

Steam / Condensation in the
oven after use.

THERE MAY BE NOTHING WRONG.

Check

This is normal and should cease after a short period.

If you find that the timer display is blank, then it is likely that there is no electricity
supply to your oven. Check:

(i) That the main cooker wall is switched on
(ii) Other appliances, to see if you have had a power cut
(iii) The main circuit breaker for the property

The power supply to your oven has possibly been interrupted, but has now come
back on again. Reset the timer to the correct time of day and “Manual” operation
using instructions given in the timer section of the book.

Your timer may be set for an Auto Cooking programme:
Check the timer to see whether "Auto" is lit or flashing. If it is then please follow the
instructions given in the Timer section of this book to return the timer to Manual
operation.

Operating the cooker under the following conditions may cause a safety device to
operate:
(a) Grilling with the door closed - Always grill with the door fully open
(b) Grilling for an excessively long period at maximum setting - see Grilling guide.
Switch off appliance and allow to cool for approx 30 mins. Switch the cooker back on
and check that the Grill / Top oven is now operating.

Check that you have selected:- “Grill” function on the “Top Oven / Grill Select” knob (B)

and

a Grill setting on the “Grill” knob (A) - see grilling page.

When the Grill control is operating at less than its maximum setting, the Grill will cycle
on and off, this is normal and not

Remember: "Cook Period" is the actual length of time for which, the timer will switch
the main oven on as part of an "Auto Cooking" programme.

A gentle flow of air will be blown from beneath the control panel when the appliance
is used. If the appliance is still warm, this cooling fan may run on, or restart itself after
all of the controls have been turned off.
The fan will stop once the appliance has been cooled. This is normal and not a fault.

Buzzer/Bleeper should stop automatically after 2 minutes. If not, press minute minder
button to silence.

Ensure that Grill pan has been positioned as stated in the Grilling section of this book.

Check: (a) Temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in the Oven
Temperature Charts.

(b) Oven utensils being used allow sufficient air flow around them.

Check temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in the Oven Temperature
Charts.
It may be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended temperature slightly to
suit your taste.

The oven lamp is not covered by the guarantee.
The part is easily changed (see the section on oven lamp replacement). A new lamp
may be obtained from our Parts department (see Back Cover).

Steam and / or condensation may appear from the vent at the rear of the appliance
when using an oven particularly for foods with a high water content e.g. frozen chips,
roast chicken etc. This is normal, and any excess should be wiped off.

Steam is a by - product of cooking any food with a high water contact.
To help minimise always:
a) Try to avoid leaving food in the oven to cool after being cooked.
b) Use a covered container, wherever possible.

a fault.

If you have been through the above list and there is still a problem, contact your nearest Service Office

(see back cover).

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Key Contacts

Service

Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained

specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence.

Repair Service

UK: 08709 066 066

Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200

You will be asked for the following information:-

Name, address and postcode.

Telephone number

Model / Serial number of the appliance

Clear and concise details of the query or fault

Place and Date of purchase

(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).

Extended Warranty

To join: UK 08709 088 088

Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200

Genuine Parts & Accessories

Mail Order Hotline

UK: 08709 077 077

Republic of Ireland: [phone]

For further product information

All Creda Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.

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