Defy DBO 436, DBO 437, GEMINI DBO 436, GEMINI DBO 437 Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S
MANUAL

www.defy.co.za

Part Number 067 851

GEMINI

GOURMET
MULTIFUNCTION

EYE LEVEL OVEN

DBO 436 BLACK
DBO 437 METALLIC

You can rely on Defy. To simplify

The Manufacturer
strives for continuous
improvements. For this
reason, the text and
illustrations in this book
are subject to change
without notice.

NOTE
The clock/ timer must
be set to enable the
oven to work.

Introduction
Unpacking
Cupboard design
Owner’s responsibility

Safety advice

Electrical installation
Connection to the power supply
Installation

Reversing the oven door

Automatic oven clock / timer

Control panel

Static oven operation (Top Oven)
Baking

Multifunction oven (Bottom oven)

Multifunction oven operation
(Bottom oven)
Fan only / Defrost
Static oven

Fan assisted oven
Thermofan oven

Turbo grilling
Conventional grilling

A guide to Thermofan cooking

Do’s and Don’ts

Maintenance
Cleaning
Problem Check

Defy Service Centres

Warranty

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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.

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of this
quality appliance.

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

Please read these instructions carefully
before using the appliance.

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

Unpacking

• Remove all packing from the oven

cavity and position the accessories.

• Ensure that packaging material is

disposed of in a responsible manner and
that plastic bags are cut up to prevent
children playing with them and
accidentally suffocating.

• 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.

Owner’s responsibility

Since the following are not factory
faults, they are the owner’s
responsibility.

• Damage to exterior finish.

• Breakage of glass and other

components.

• Replacement of the light bulb.

• Damage through improper use or

installation of the appliance.

• Damage caused by moving the

appliance.

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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 elements, inner
sections of the oven, 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 gas/
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.

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Electrical installation.

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

• Support the oven in front of the aperture

and make the electrical connection before
installing. This will ensure enough cable
length for subsequent servicing.

Installation

Connection to the power supply

The connection must be carried out by a
licensed electrician, who will ensure that
the oven is correctly connected and safely
earthed. The rated current is printed on the
serial number label attached to the oven
side trim.
The appliance must be connected to the
mains through a double pole isolating
switch which has a minimum clearance
between the contacts of 3 mm. in both
poles.
A means for disconnection must be
provided in the fixed wiring.

1085

Aperture

Typical section showing
ventilation requirements

Aperture

1085 H x 700 W x 580 D

700

600

Above floor
level

Floor

60

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+_3

0

Aperture

32

32

• Support the oven in front of the aperture

and make the electrical connection before
installing. This will ensure enough cable
length for subsequent servicing.

• Slide the oven fully into the cabinet

before securing it.

100 MIN

• Fixing holes are located on the side trims.

Secure the oven by inserting small wood
screws through these holes into the
cabinet side wall. (screws are not
provided).

• It is adequate to only secure the unit on

one side. (same side as the handle).

100 MIN

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This task will require an assistant to hold and support the
door during the changeover

Open the oven door and using a suitable Allen key, remove the
two hinge mounting cover plates (A) located at the top and
bottom of the right hand oven flange.

While holding and supporting the door weighing 7.4kg,
remove the hinges (B) at the left hand oven flange.

DO NOT REMOVE OR LOOSEN THE STAR SCREW IN
THE CENTRE

Using a size 10 spanner, loosen the locknut ( C ) on the door
lock pin .
Then holding the pin by the head, (D), unscrew it from the right
hand oven flange.
Screw the pin into the centre position of the left hand oven
flange and fasten the lock nut.

Turn the door through 180 degrees so that the bottom is now on
top.

While supporting the door, secure the hinges (B) at the vacated
positions (top and bottom) of the right hand oven flange.

Fit the hinge mounting cover plates (A) at the vacated positions
(top and bottom) of the left oven flange.

Loosen nut ( C) and adjust the hinge pin (D) by turning it in or
out until the oven door shuts properly. Thereafter tighten the
lock nut ( C ) once more.

Should you experience difficulty in aligning the door to the
locking pin, loosen the star screw (E) and Allen screws (F)
slightly. (DO NOT REMOVE))
The door can then be maneuvered left to right and top to bottom
to perfect the alignment. Thereafter tighten all the screws.

A

B

C

D

C

D

Reversing the oven door to open from the other side (optional)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

E F F

9

Should the procedure described above prove to be onerous, a Defy
technician can perform the adjustment at the standard call-out fee.

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• After 5 minutes the timer will emit an

electronic tone which lasts for about one
minute (2 beeps every 2 seconds). To
cancel the tone, press any of the buttons.

Note:

• During the operation of the minute

minder, the remaining time may be
displayed by pushing button 1

• The minute minder can be used

simultaneously and independent of any
automatic control program

• The display will always revert to the time

of day after any program has been set.

Switching the oven off
automatically

Suppose you have to go out and you will
not be back in time to switch off a meal
already cooking in the oven and requiring
another 40 minutes before it is done.
Proceed as follows:

• Press and hold button 2. The clock will

display 00.00.

• Press button 6 until the clock displays

00.40.

• Release the buttons and the clock will

again display the time of day. The word
AUTO will light up in the display.

• After 40 minutes the oven will switch off

automatically and emit an electronic tone
for about one minute. (4 beeps every 3
seconds).

• The word AUTO will flash until button 4

is pressed and manual control is restored.

• The oven thermostat must be turned to

the OFF position in an anticlockwise
direction.

Note:
The clock/ timer must be
set to enable the oven to work.

Automatic oven clock / timer

When the power is first connected
(or after a power failure), the clock
display will flash 00.00.

Button functions

1 = MINUTE MINDER
2 = COOKING PERIOD
3 = STOP TIME
4 = MANUAL CONTROL
5 = SUBTRACT TIME
6 = ADD TIME

Setting the time of day

• To set the clock, press buttons 1 and 2

and hold them down.

• Press buttons 5 or 6 until the correct time

of day is displayed.

• Release the buttons. The clock is now set.

• Please note that the clock has a 24 hour

display.

• For example 3.00 PM will be displayed

as 15.00.

Minute minder

• Suppose that you wish to time the boiling

of a 5 minute egg.

• First boil the water.

• Press and hold button 1. The display will

show 00.00.

• Press button 6 until the display shows

00.05.

• Release the buttons and place the egg in

the boiling water.

• The display will again show the time of

day.

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6 5 4 3 2 1

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Auto Bake. Automatically
switching the oven on and off.

Auto bake is intended for dishes
such as roasts and casseroles.
These are not affected by a waiting
period in a cold oven.

• Prepare your meal and place it in the

oven.

• Set the cooking period required by

pressing buttons 2 and 6 until the desired
period is displayed.

• Set the stop time by pushing buttons

3 and 6 until the desired stop time is
displayed.

• Release the buttons and the clock will

again display the time of day.

• The word AUTO will light up on the

clock display.

• Now set the selector and oven

thermostat to the desired temperature

setting.

The automatic control will automatically
switch the oven on and the
symbol will light up in the clock display.

Cooking will commence at the selected
temperature and for the selected cooking
period.
The oven will automatically switch off at
the selected stop time and emit an electronic
tone for about one minute.
(4 beeps every 2 seconds).
To cancel the tone, press any of the buttons.

• The word AUTO will flash until button 4

is pressed and manual control is restored.

• The oven thermostat must be turned to

the OFF position in an anticlockwise
direction.

Example:

Suppose the time of day is 13h00. The food
needs to be cooked for 2 hours at 180°C and
it should be ready to serve at 18h00.
Here’s what to do.

• Ensure the clock is set to the correct time

of day, 13.00.

• Press buttons 2 and 6 until 02.00 is

displayed.

• Press buttons 3 and 6 until 18.00 is

displayed.

• Set the selector to the desired cooking

mode and the oven thermostat to 180°C

It is not advisable to use the Auto bake
function for cooking periods that are less
than 60 minutes.

Important

If the Automatic start and or stop
functions are not required, the clock
must be set to manual mode.

Unless this is done, the oven will not
work. Press button 4.

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The control panel

BOTTOM OVEN

MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR AND

OVEN THERMOSTAT

TOP OVEN

SELECTOR AND OV-

EN THERMOSTAT

MULTIFUNCTION

GE MINI GO URM ET

1

0

8

1

0

8

1

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8

1

0

8

STOP

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1 2 :45

Note:

The Automatic Oven Timer / Clock only controls the Bottom oven.

Note:

The oven thermostat is marked down to 70°C.

When set to this position, the oven may be used as a warmer.

AUTOMATIC

OVEN TIMER

AND CLOCK

DEFROST

STATIC BAKE

FAN ASSISTED
BAKE

THERMOFAN

TURBO GRILL

GRILL

BOTTOM OVEN CONTROLS TOP OVEN CONTROLS

OVEN LAMP

TOP HEAT ELEMENT

STATIC BAKE

BOTTOM HEAT

ELEMENT

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Static oven operation (Top Oven)

Note:

• The oven thermostat is marked down to

70°C. When set to this position, the
oven may be used as a warmer.

• All ovens extract moisture from the

food being cooked, especially so
during the winter months. This is
normal and not detrimental to the food
or the oven.

Baking Guide:

• Where possible, bake on the middle

shelf position of the oven.

• Place the food halfway between the

back of the oven and the door.

• Do not open the oven door until at least

two thirds of the baking time has
lapsed.

• The roast pan must not be

used for baking purposes

Note:

The top oven is a baking oven only
and does not feature a grill.

The selector switch allows the selection
of the following oven functions.

OVEN LAMP

TOP HEAT ELEMENT ONLY

CONVENTIONAL BAKING (STATIC BAKE)

BOTTOM ELEMENT ONLY

NOTE: While the oven is operating,
a fascia cooling fan will run,
thereby protecting the electronics
from excessive heat exposure.

Baking

• The top oven is supplied with one

chromed oven shelf .

• Set the selector knob to the desired

baking mode. Top and Bottom elements
or Bottom element only or Top element
only.

• Set the oven thermostat to the required

temperature.

• The thermostat indicator light will glow

and remain on until the oven has
reached the selected temperature. The
light will then switch off.

• Thereafter place the food in the oven.

• During the baking cycle, the indicator

light will switch on and off as the
thermostat maintains the selected
temperature.

• After baking is completed, the

thermostat and the selector knob
must be turned to the "0"position in
an anticlockwise direction.

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The Defy multifunction oven features 6 distinct cooking functions. (described below)

These functions may be selected by turning the multifunction selector knob until the
required function symbol is displayed at the top of the knob bezel.

Multifunction oven (bottom oven)

Symbol Function

Element selection

2 Static Oven The bottom and top heat elements are used

• Use the static oven mode for traditional baking and

roasting. Pre-heating of the oven is recommended.

1 Defrosting Only the fan is used. No heat is generated.

• In this mode the fan at the back of the oven will circulate

air at room temperature, substantially reducing the
defrosting period required for frozen food.

3 Fan Assisted Oven The fan plus the bottom and top heat
elements are used

• Use the fan assisted oven mode for traditional baking and

roasting where a more even heat distribution is required.

• Pre-heating of the oven is not necessary.

4 Thermofan Oven The fan plus the element surrounding

the fan is used

• Registered by Defy in 1978, Thermofan cooking differs

from conventional cooking in that it uses the principle of
forced convection within the oven.

• The advantages are:

• Both baking trays may be used at the same time.

• Different dishes can be cooked simultaneously without

flavour or aroma transfer. Hence fish, meat and cakes can
be baked at the same time.

• The oven door may be opened any time for inspection

purposes without risk. By circulating hot air around the
food, spit-roast chickens may be done without using a
rotisserie. Cooking is done at slightly lower temperatures,
reducing splatter and electricity consumption.

5 Turbo Grill The fan plus the grill element are used

• This mode is recommended to reduce shrinkage when

grilling meat or fish.

6 Grill Only the grill element is used

• This mode is recommended for conventional grilling such

as toasted cheese sandwiches.

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Multifunction Operation
(bottom oven only)

WARNING: Under no circumstances
should the bottom 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.

The bottom oven is equipped with:
2 Chromed wire shelves,
2 baking trays
a roast pan and broiler.

The baking trays should only be
used when cooking or baking in the
THERMOFAN mode.

1 Fan only

Used for defrosting

• Set the multifunction knob to fan only.

In this mode the fan at the back of the
oven will circulate air at room
temperature, substantially reducing the
defrosting period required for frozen
food.

2 Static Oven

Used for traditional baking

• Use the wire shelf only. Remove the

baking trays during baking in static mode
as they are to be used for Thermofan
baking only.

• Set the multifunction selector to static

oven and the oven thermostat to the

required temperature. The indicator light
will glow and remain on until the oven
has reached the selected temperature.

• When the indicator light switches off, the

food should be placed in the oven.

• During cooking the indicator light will

cycle on and off as the oven thermostat
maintains the selected temperature.

• After completion, return the

multifunction selector and the oven
thermostat to the OFF position in an

anti-clockwise direction.

Baking guide

• Bake on a wire shelf only. The

recommended position is shown below

• Place the food halfway between the back

of the oven and the door.

• Do not open the oven door until at least

two thirds of the baking time has elapsed.

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4 Thermofan oven

Thermofan ovens are supplied with two
baking trays. The position of the trays will be
determined by the size of the items to be
baked. If desired, an additional tray may be
purchased from the nearest Defy Parts Centre
so that baking may be done on three trays
simultaneously.. Ideally, unused trays and
shelves should be left in position to optimise
airflow in the oven.

Registered by Defy in 1978, Thermofan
cooking differs from conventional cooking
in that it uses the principle of forced
convection within the oven.

The advantages are:

All baking trays may be used at the same
time. Different dishes can be cooked
simultaneously without flavour or aroma
transfer. Hence fish, meat and cakes can be
baked at the same time. The oven door may
be opened for inspection purposes, when
half the baking time has elapsed, without
risking a flop. By circulating hot air around
the food, spit-roast chickens may be done
without using a rotisserie. Cooking is done
at slightly lower temperatures, saving
electricity and reducing splatter.

Baking

• Set the multifunction selector to

Thermofan oven and the oven
thermostat to the required temperature.

• The indicator light will glow and remain

on until the oven has reached the selected
temperature. When the indicator light
switches off, the food should be placed in
the oven. During baking the indicator
light will cycle on and off as the oven
thermostat maintains the selected
temperature.

• After completion, return the

multifunction selector and the oven
thermostat to the OFF position in an

anti-clockwise direction.

3 Fan assisted oven
For traditional baking & even
heat distribution

• Use the wire shelves only. Remove the

baking trays during fan assisted mode as
they are to be used for Thermofan baking
only.

• Set the multifunction selector to fan

assisted oven and the oven thermostat

to the required temperature. The indicator
light will glow and remain on until the
oven has reached the selected
temperature.

• No preheating is necessary and the food

can be placed in the oven immediately.

• During cooking the indicator light will

cycle on and off as the oven thermostat
maintains the selected temperature.

• After completion, return the

multifunction selector and the oven
thermostat to the OFF position in an

anticlockwise direction.

Baking guide

• Cooking / baking is done at slightly

lower temperatures than in the static
mode.

• Baking may be done on two wire shelves

simultaneously.

• The recommended shelf positions are

shown below.

• Place the food halfway between the back

of the oven and the door.

• Do not open the oven door until at least

two thirds of the baking time has elapsed.

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Thermofan Baking guide

• Thermofan baking may be done on one

or two baking trays depending on
volume.

• Large items: One or two cake tins may

be placed as shown below and as close to
the door as possible. If one tin is used , it
should be placed centrally left to right .

• Small items: The entire area of each tray

may be utilised. Avoid any time delays
between positioning the two trays.

• All ovens extract a certain amount of

moisture from the food being cooked.
The greater capacity of the Thermofan
oven allows more food to be cooked and
thus more moisture may be released. This
is normal and is not detrimental to the
food or the oven.

Caution: Thermofan baking relies on

good contact between the bottom of the
cake tin and the oven tray. Do not use
spring form baking tins with a raised
bottom. The lack of contact will cause
the bottom of the cake to be
underdone. These tins may be used on
a wire shelf where no insulating air
space is created.

5 Turbo grilling. For meat and fish

• The oven door must remain closed

when Turbo grilling.

• Use only a wire shelf when grilling as the

intense heat could warp the baking trays.

• Turbo grilling is most suitable for meat.

As drying out and shrinkage is reduced.

• Set the multifunction knob to turbo

grill.

• Set the oven thermostat to the grill

position.

• Pre-heat the grill element for about 5

minutes

• Place the food on the grid/roast pan and

place this on the wire shelf near to the
grill element.

• Monitor the grilling process to avoid

burning the food.

• Care must be taken not to touch the grill

element while handling food in the oven.
If necessary, partially withdraw the shelf
to improve access.

• After completion, return the

multifunction selector and the oven
thermostat to the OFF position in an

anticlockwise direction.

6 Conventional grilling.

• The oven door must remain

partially open ( about 80mm.) when
grilling.

• Use only a wire shelf when grilling as the

intense heat could warp the baking tray.

• Set the multifunction knob to

conventional grill.

• Set the oven thermostat to the grill

position.

• Operating instructions are otherwise the

same as those for turbo grilling
mentioned previously.

Accessible parts become hot during baking
and grilling. Always use oven gloves when
handling food in the oven and keep
children away when the oven is in use.

THERMOFAN BAKING

ROASTING

TURBO & NORMAL GRILLING

SEE THERMOFAN GUIDE PAGES 12 TO 15

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An additional tray may be purchased from
your nearest Defy Spares Centre in which
case baking may be done on three trays
simultaneously.

EXAMPLE 2 Layer cakes

Do not use baking tins with elevated
bottoms. The cake tin bottom must touch
the baking tray. Both trays may be used
simultaneously. The recommended
positions of the trays are: Bottom and
second support from the top.

EXAMPLE 3 Larger Cakes, Bread,
Fruit Cakes, Date Loaves

These items should be baked on two trays.
The recommended positions of the trays are

Bottom and second support from the
top.

Cake tins

These should be placed at the front corner
of each baking tray and as near to the oven
door as possible.
It is recommended that half way through the
baking period, cake tins be turned front to
back ( through 180° ) to guarantee even
browning.

Loaf tins

These should be placed across the front of
the baking trays, equally spaced left to right
and as near to the oven door as possible. If
two or more loaves per tray are baked, place
the tins lengthwise on the trays and near to
the oven door.
It is recommended that half way through the
baking period, loaf tins be turned front to
back (through 180°) to guarantee even
browning.

A guide to Thermofan cooking

Thermofan ovens require a slightly different
technique from conventional ovens.
These notes enable the first time Thermofan
user to get the best results.

Oven temperatures

The airflow in a Thermofan oven allows
lowered temperatures to be used. This
results in roasts being more succulent and
baking having a better texture. At the same
time a small saving in electricity
consumption is made.

Baking times

Baking times in a Thermofan oven are the
same as for a Conventional oven.

Condensation

The Thermofan oven can bake up to three
times as much as a conventional oven and
therefore more moisture may be released
than usual. Evidence of condensation may
appear around the oven vents. This is
normal.

Use of baking trays

Thermofan ovens are supplied with two
baking trays.
Additional trays may be purchased from
your nearest Defy Spares Centre.
The position of the shelves will be
determined by the size of the items to be
baked. Ideally, unused trays and shelves
should be left in position to optimise the
airflow in the oven.

EXAMPLE 1 Biscuits, Sausage rolls,
Scones

These items do not require baking tins and
may be placed directly on the trays. For
bulk baking both trays may be used
simultaneously. The recommended
positions of the trays are: Bottom and
second support from the top.

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Biscuits

Excellent results may be obtained by
using both trays and reducing recipe
temperatures. Baking time could be
slightly prolonged.
The door may be opened for inspection
purposes, after half the baking time has
elapsed.

“Rotisserie” Chicken

Two or more chickens, depending on size,
may be done simultaneously in the
Thermofan oven. The chickens should be
placed directly on a chrome wire shelf and
a drip tray should be placed on a second
wire shelf directly below each chicken.
Place 250ml of water in each drip tray. Set
the oven to 200°C.

• Clean your appliance regularly. This will

prolong it's good looks and enhance hygiene
levels.

• Use flat bottomed pots and pans when

cooking on the hotplates. This will
maximise efficiency and reduce electricity
costs.

• Keep children well away from the cooking

appliance. Explain the dangers to them.
Being safety conscious is being safe, not
sorry.

• Supervise the cooking process. Overcooked

or spoiled food is wasteful.

• Leave about a 40mm. air gap between

baking tins and the oven walls. Adequate air
circulation is important for good baking
results.

• Get into the habit of wearing oven gloves

when handling utensils in a hot oven. This
will help to avoid accidental burns.

• Partly slide out the oven shelf before

removing hot dishes from the oven. This
will prevent accidental contact with the hot
oven sides.

Do

Don’t

• Use pots which are smaller than the hotplate

diameter. This wastes electricity and allows
the pot handles to overheat.

• Leave the appliance unattended especially

when grilling. This is good practice and
avoids accidents.

• Use abrasive cleaning materials. They will

scratch surfaces and fascia graphics.

• Allow fat splashes to dry and bake onto the

stove/oven surface before cleaning them. It
is easier to clean spills while they are still
slightly warm and soft.

• Put baking tins on the floor of the oven. This

will prevent heat circulation and spoil
baking results.

• Use the appliance to heat the home. Neither

the hotplates nor the oven were designed for
this purpose and damage could occur.

• Allow pot handles to overhang the front of

the appliance. Children might be tempted to
grab them with harmful consequences.

OVER THE YEARS, DEFY'S SERVICE CENTRES HAVE IDENTIFIED THIS LIST OF DO'S AND DON'TS AS
BEING IMPORTANT FOR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND SAFETY. PLEASE READ IT AND
FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH ITS CONTENTS.

The Thermofan will circulate hot air
around each chicken, browning it to
perfection. The time will vary depending
on the mass of the chicken. For example a
1,5kg chicken would take approximately 1
hour and 15 minutes.

Grilling

Grilling in a Thermofan oven is the same
as in a conventional oven.
Heat is supplied by the Grill element at
the top of the oven and the fan does not
operate during grilling.
All the bake trays must be removed during
grilling as the intense heat could cause
them to warp. The roast pan and/or
smokeless broiler supplied with your oven
should be placed on a wire rack as close to
the grill element as possible.

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SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURES

FOR THERMOFAN AND

CONVENTIONAL OVENS

THERMOFAN OVEN

CONVENTIONAL

OVEN

TEMP ºC MINUTE TEMP ºC MINUTE

CHEESECAKE
Temperatures and times may
vary depending on the type of
cheesecake being made

Others require slower
baking
NOTE: The size and depth of

the cheese filling will
determine the baking time.

165ºC

Bake 170ºC
Then 150ºC

25
10

25 – 30

180ºC

Bake180ºC

Then 160ºC

25
10

25 – 30

CHEESE CAKE
CRUST/PASTRY

The crust of the cheesecake will
be better if pre baked at.

170ºC

10 - 12

180ºC

10 – 12

ROASTS
Chicken, Beef, Mutton

The time will vary according to
level of rareness desired

Bake 200ºC
Then 180ºC

30 ± 90

Bake 200ºC
Then 180ºC

30 ± 90

BREAD
Using yeast

Bake 210ºC
Then 190ºC

15 - 45 Bake 220ºC

Then 180ºC

15 - 45

FRUIT CAKE
Rich Fruit Cake

The larger the tin, the longer the
period. Temperatures and times
given are for a square 8” (20cm)
tin.

NOTE: Lightly test the centre of
the cake with a forefinger at 3½

- 4 hours baking time. This will
ensure that the cake is not
overdone. The centre of the
cake must feel firm to the touch
and leave no indentation.

Bake 130ºC
Then 120ºC

60 - 180

Bake 145ºC
Then 135ºC

60 - 180

Boiled Fruit Cake
The larger the tin, the longer the
period. Temperatures and times
given are for a square 8” (20cm)
tin.

150ºC

120

160ºC

120

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SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURES

FOR THERMOFAN AND

CONVENTIONAL OVENS

THERMOFAN OVEN

TEMP ºC MINUTE TEMP ºC MINUTE

SPONGE CAKE
Egg and sugar creaming
method

175ºC – 180Cº

20 – 25

190ºC

20 – 25

BUTTER CAKE
Margarine / butter and sugar
creaming method

165ºC

20 – 25

180ºC

20 – 25

LOAF CAKE
Date, Ginger and Banana Loaf

165ºC

45

180ºC

45

PASTRIES

200ºC - 210ºC 20 220ºC 20

SCONES

200ºC - 210ºC 12 – 15 220ºC 12 – 15

PIES AND SAUSAGE ROLLS

200ºC - 210ºC 25 220ºC 25

BISCUITS
Golden brown
Sensitive biscuits

160ºC

150ºC

15 – 20

180ºC

15 – 20

SHORTBREAD
15mm thick

140ºC

60

150ºC

60

MERINGUES
Important: Leave

meringues in oven until cold
‘Sensitive’

120ºC
110ºC

75
90

135ºC
120ºC

75
90

TARTS
Apple, Lemon Meringue, Milk

165ºC

25 – 30

180ºC

25 – 30

CONVENTIONAL

OVEN

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To remove the side racks,
lift and pull out the front,
slide the rack forwards
and lift free.
Fit in reverse order

Maintenance
Cleaning the oven

• Switch off the power at the wall switch,
open the oven door and allow the oven to
cool down.

• Remove the oven shelves, side racks, grill
rack, roast pan and element guard.

• Wash in soapy water, rinse , dry and
replace.

• Clean the oven with a hot soapy cloth only.
Do not use a steam cleaner.

• It may be necessary to soak burnt soils with
a liquid cleaner to soften them before
scrubbing them with a nylon brush or
scouring sponge.

• Heavy soils on the bottom of the oven may
require overnight soaking under a sponge
liberally sprinkled with household
ammonia. The soil can then be removed the
following morning by washing normally.

• Do not use metal objects or steel wool to
clean the oven.

• After cleaning, replace the oven fittings,
restore the power and reset the timer. (see
page 5)

General cleaning.

• Switch the power off at the wall switch.

• Wipe down glass panels, cabinet, door,

control knobs, trims and handles with a hot
soapy cloth.

• Rinse and wipe down with a clean cloth.

• Use only liquid household cleaners and

avoid abrasive powders, scouring pads and
caustic cleaners.

• Do not use a steam cleaner.

• Restore the power and reset the timer. (see

page 5).

The oven light.

The oven light is switched on by the multi
function knob or the oven thermostat knob
(depending on model ).
( 1st position on the dial ) and switches off
when the multi function knob or
thermostat is returned to 0.

To replace a faulty light bulb:

• Switch off the power at the wall switch.

• Remove the light cover by unscrewing it

in an anticlockwise direction.

• Unscrew the faulty bulb and replace with

an equivalent bulb rated for 300°C.

• Refit the light cover.

• Restore the power and reset the timer .

Owner’s responsibility

Since the following are not factory faults,
they are the owner’s responsibility.

• Damage to exterior finish.

• Breakage of glass and other components.

• Replacement of the light bulb.

• Damage through improper use or

installation of the appliance.

• Damage caused by moving the appliance

Problem check

Before calling a technician to assist with
a problem, please check the following:

The main distribution board and wall switch
Check that “Key lock” on the timer is not
activated. (see page 7)
Ensure that the timer is set to manual. Press
button 4.

Remember that you may be charged
for a service call even during the
warranty
period if the fault is due to or caused
by any of the above.

Should your timer display “HELP”,
contact your nearest Defy Service
Centre.

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Defy Service Centres

If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the
nearest Defy Technical Support Centre. They will be able to advise you on

any aspect of the product or send a qualified technician to repair it.

BLOEMFONTEIN

CAPE TOWN

DURBAN

EAST LONDON

JOHANNESBURG

Commercial Head Office,

Administration, Distribution, National Groups,

Tel. Sales, Contracts and Credit.

POLOKWANE

PORT ELIZABETH

PRETORIA.

160 Long Street, Hilton,
Bloemfontein 9301.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

5A Marconi Rd.
Montague Gardens, 7441.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

35 Intersite Avenue,
Umgeni Business Park, Durban 4051.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

16 Bowls Rd. Arcadia,
East London 5201.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

Cnr. Mimetes & Kruger Sts. Denver ext.12
Johannesburg. 2094.
Tel. [phone] or 011 621 0300
[e-mail]

87 Nelson Mandela Drive.
Superbia 0699.
Tel. [phone] / 7 / 8 / 9.
[e-mail]

112 Patterson Road,
North End, Port Elizabeth 6001.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

Block A1 Old Mutual Industrial Park.
Cnr. D.F.Malan Drive & Moot Str.
Hermanstad. 0082.
Tel. [phone]
[e-mail]

OTHER AREAS ARE SERVICED BY OVER 200 AUTHORISED AGENTS.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONSULT THE NEAREST REGIONAL

DEFY TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTRE

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This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LIMITED manufacturers of Defy and Ocean
products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser only, of the appliance described on the
certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in respect of this appliance.

The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of TWO YEARS from date of
purchase the appliance is free from defect under normal domestic use, both in workmanship and
material, subject to the following conditions.

1. Repair or replacement of any part of this appliance, found by the Company to be defective, shall be
at the election of the Company. The Company reserves the right to effect such service through any of
its Service Divisions or Authorised Service Dealers. The cost of such service shall be borne by the
Company in full, provided that the appliance is located no further than 50 km from a Company
Service Centre or an Authorised Service Dealer. Where the appliance is located beyond the 50 km
radius, the purchaser shall be liable for the standard travelling charges, as determined by the
Company.

CARRY IN SERVICE Microwave ovens, Compact cookers and small appliances are repaired in our

service centres and are not collected from the customers home. Faulty units should be delivered to
the purchasing dealer or to the nearest Company Service Centre for warranty repairs.

2. Rusted or corroded plates, vitreous enamelware, fuses and lamps are specifically excluded from
these warranties. It is an express condition of these warranties that the purchaser takes due care and
attention in the use and maintenance of the appliance. Abuse, misuse in conflict with operating
instructions, connection to incorrect voltages and subjection to commercial use shall release the
Company from its obligations.

3. This warranty shall become void and cease to operate if the appliance is dismantled by, or any
repairs to the appliance are effected by any persons not duly authorised by the Company, or if
substitute parts not approved by the Company are used in the appliance, or if the serial number of the
appliance is removed.

4. The Company shall not be responsible for damages resulting from fire, flood, civil disturbances or
any Act of God. The Company shall not, in terms of these warranties be responsible nor held liable
for any consequential loss or damage of any kind caused by or due to the failure or malfunction of
the appliance.

5. The Company shall not be responsible for transportation or other costs other than those incurred
within the provisions of Point 1 of this Certificate.

6. These warranties shall not apply to the appliance if it is purchased or used beyond the borders of the
Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland and Lesotho.

7. Where service is requested under warranty and no fault or defect can be found by the Company, all
costs incurred will be for the purchaser's account.

8. This Certificate as well as your invoice will serve as proof of purchase. For the purpose of warranty,
it will be essential to produce this Certificate and invoice. Failure to do so, will render the purchaser
liable for service costs.

KEEP THIS CERTIFICATE AND SALES INVOICE AS PROOF OF

PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES.

Warranty