Defy 501 COMPACT, 521 COMPACT Owner's Manual

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MODEL 501

COMPACT

PART NUMBER 068 171

www.defy.co.za

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL 521

COMPACT

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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of this
quality product.

We trust that you will enjoy many years of
trouble free use.

Please read these instructions carefully
before using the stove.

This manual will provide you with
information on how to operate and care
for your product in order that you gain
the maximum benefit from it.

Unpacking

• Please ensure that packaging material is

disposed of in a responsible manner.

• Plastic bags should be cut up to

prevent children playing with them and
accidentally suffocating.

• Remove all packing from the oven

cavity and position the accessories.

• If the appliance is damaged in any way,

do not use it. Report the damage to your
dealer, who will take the necessary
corrective action.

Installation

• Surfaces immediately adjacent to the

oven should be able to withstand
temperatures of up to 100°C without
delaminating or discolouring.

Cupboard design

• Your Defy oven is designed to give you

years of trouble free service, however it
is important that it be correctly
installed.

• Cooking appliances generate

considerable heat. The layout and
materials of the mounting cabinet
should take account of the
characteristics of the oven.

• Surfaces immediately adjacent to the

oven should be able to withstand
temperatures of up to 100°C without
delaminating or discolouring.

• Overhanging doors above the oven may

be subjected to heat as well as
condensation if very moist foods are
being cooked.

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Electrical installation

(Model 521 only)

This appliance must be earthed and the
manufacturer and the seller do not
accept responsibility for any damage
due to incorrect installation or
electrical connection.

This appliance should not be connected
through an earth leakage system.
Refer to S.A.N.S. 10142

Connection to the power supply

This appliance has a ‘Y’ type supply cord
connection and must be installed by a
licensed electrician, who will ensure that
the stove is correctly connected and safely
earthed. The rated current is printed on the
serial number label attached to the stove
upper back panel.
.
The appliance must be connected to the
mains through an All pole isolating switch
which has a minimum clearance between
the contacts of 3 mm. in All poles.

A means for disconnection must be
provided in the fixed wiring.

Bake and 2 small plates

Grill and 2 small plates

3 Plates

Electrical installation (Model

501 only)

Push the electric plug into a 230V. 15A.
Earthed wall socket

The stove is a plug in model with a 15A.
power supply.

It is therefore not possible to use all the
elements at the same time.

Set the selector to the required position.

Do not set the knob to the unmarked
position.

WARNING: Under no circumstances should the bake element be
covered with aluminium foil. Nor should a pan or tray be positioned
directly above the bake element.

Doing so would reflect the heat from the bake element downwards. Heat
to the oven would be restricted and overheating of the space below the
element would result in damage to the oven enamel.

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Safety advice

This section contains safety instructions that
will help you avoid risk of injury and damage.
All warranties will become void if you do not
follow these instructions.

General safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

• Connect the appliance to an earthed outlet/

line protected by a fuse of suitable capacity.
Have the earth installation made by a
qualified electrician. Our company shall not
be liable for any problems arising due to the
appliance not being earthed in accordance
with the local regulations.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similar qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.

• Do not operate the appliance if it is defective

or has any visible damage.

• Do not carry out any repairs or modifications

on the appliance.

• Never wash down the appliance with water!

There is the risk of electric shock!

• Never use the appliance when your judgment

or coordination is impaired by the use of
alcohol and/or drugs.

• The appliance must be disconnected from the

mains during installation, maintenance,
cleaning and repair procedures.

• Be careful when using alcoholic drinks in

your dishes. Alcohol evaporates at high
temperatures and may cause a fire since it
can ignite when it comes into contact with
hot surfaces.

• Do not heat closed tins and glass jars in the

oven. The pressure that would build up in the
tin/jar may cause it to burst.

• Do not place baking trays, dishes or

aluminium foil directly onto the bottom of
the oven. The heat accumulation might
damage the bottom of the oven.

• Keep all ventilation slots clear of

obstructions.

• The appliance may be hot when it is in use.

Never touch the hot burners, inner sections
of the oven or heaters etc.

• Always use heat resistant oven gloves when

putting in or removing dishes from the hot
oven.

• Do not use the appliance with the front door

glass removed or cracked.

• The rear surface of the oven gets hot when it

is in use. Make sure that the electrical
connection does not come into contact with
the rear surface as connections may get
damaged.

• Do not trap the mains cable between the

oven door and frame and do not route it over
hot surfaces as the cable insulation may melt
and cause a fire as a result of a short circuit.

• Make sure that the function knobs are

switched off after every use.

• When using gas, ensure that the room is well

ventilated.

• Always keep children and infirm persons

away from the appliance when it is in use.

• Only use the appliance for preparing food.

• Use a deep pan, large enough to cover the

appropriate burner.

• Always dry food thoroughly before placing

it in hot oil or fat. Frozen food in particular
will spit and splatter if added too quickly.

• Never fill the pan more than one third full of

fat or oil.

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

• Do not fry too much food at once. This

lowers the temperature of the oil or fat and
results in fatty foods.

• Do not leave hot fat or oil unattended. If

overheating occurs, these could catch fire.

• Do not store flammable items in the oven.

• Always keep the oven door gasket clean.

• Avoid spilling fruit juice, particularly citrus,

on the appliance as it could damage the
enamel.

• Do not use the appliance for heating rooms

or drying clothes. There is a fire hazard.