Electrolux SIM 533 User Manual

SLOT-IN

ELECTRIC COOKER

WITH GAS HOB

SIM 533

OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any
of the information in this book contact the Customer Care Department. Telephone [phone].

INSTALLATION

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The appliance must be installed according to
the instructions supplied. The installation work
must be undertaken by a competent person as
stated in the Gas Safety (Installation & Use)
regulations current edition.

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This appliance should be serviced by an
authorised Service Engineer and only genuine
approved spare parts should be used.

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It is important that the appliance is suitable for
your gas supply. Your installer should check
the rating plate.

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The appliance must be installed in an
adequately ventilated room.

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This appliance is heavy and care must be
taken when moving it. Do not try to lift or move
the appliance by pulling the door handles.

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All packaging, both inside and outside the
appliance must be removed before the
appliance is used.

Do Not allow young children to play with any

part of the packaging.

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If the appliance is to be placed on a base,
measures must be taken to prevent the
appliance from slipping.

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It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
modify the appliance in any way.

CHILD SAFETY

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This appliance is designed to be operated by
adults. Young children must not be allowed to
tamper with the controls or play near or with the
appliance.

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During use the appliance becomes Hot. Care
should be taken to avoid touching the heating
elements inside the appliance.

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CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot
when the grill is in use. Young children
should be kept away.

DURING USE

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Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with
water. Never operate it with wet hands.

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Take great care when heating fats and oils as
they will ignite if they become too hot.

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When you are lighting any burner check that it
is lit before you leave the appliance. When
turning off a burner, do not leave the appliance
until the flame has gone out.

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Always use oven gloves to remove and place
food in the oven.

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Ensure that the vents at the top of the oven
are not obstructed to ensure ventilation of the
oven cavity.

Never line any part of the appliance with foil.

Do not allow heatproof cooking material,

e.g.roasting bags to come into contact with
oven elements because they may catch fire.

Always stand back from the appliance when
opening the oven door to allow any build up
of steam or heat to release.

Never leave the appliance unattended
when the oven doors are open.

Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside

the oven. They may explode if they are
heated.

Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF
position when not in use.

For hygiene and safety reasons this
appliance should be kept clean at all
times. A build up of fats or other
foodstuffs could result in a fire, especially
in the grill pan.

Do not stand on the appliance or on the

open oven doors.

Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes
from the appliance or its handles.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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Do not leave cookware containing foodstuffs,
e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in case it is
inadvertently switched on.

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Do not disconnect the appliance from the gas
supply if the supply pipe does not have
bayonet connection as described in the
installation section. If this is the case contact
the person who installed the appliance.

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Only clean this appliance in accordance with
the instructions given in this book.
Always switch off the electric supply before
cleaning the appliance.

AT THE END OF THE APPLIANCE'S LIFE

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When the time comes to dispose of your

appliance please contact your local Council
Authority. They can arrange to dispose of the
appliance in a safe and controlled manner.
The number will be in the telephone book.

Please read this

instruction book carefully

before use and retain

for future reference.

To help you the following symbols will be found
in the text.

Safety Instruction

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CONTENTS

FOR THE USER

Important Safety Information 2
Preface 4
Introduction 5

Rating Plate 5
General Notes On Using Your Appliance 5
About Condensation And Steam 5
The Cooling Fan for the Controls 5
Control Panel Indicator Neons 5
Grill and Oven Furniture 6
The Control Panel 7

The Timer 8
To Set The Time Of Day 8
To Use The Countdown 8
Automatic Control 9
Setting The Controls For Automatic Use 9

The Gas Hob 10
Uses Of The Hob 10
To Light the Hob Burners 10
To Turn Off Any Burner 10
Things To Note 11

The Grill 12
Uses of the Grill 12
Selecting The Grill 12
Things To Note 12
The Grill Pan and Handle 12
Hints and Tips 13
Grilling Chart 13

The Top Oven 14
Uses Of The Top Oven 14
Selecting The Top Oven 14
Things To Note 14
To Fit the Top Oven Shelf 14
Hints and Tips 15

The Main Fan Oven 16
Uses Of The Main Fan Oven 16
Preheating 16
Cooking Temperatures 16
Batch Baking 16
Selecting The Main Oven 16
Things To Note 16
To Fit the Main Oven Shelves 16
Hints And Tips 17

Care and Cleaning 21
Cleaning Materials 21
Cleaning The Hob 21
When Replacing Hotplate Burner Parts 21
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance 22
Cleaning The Control Knobs And Handles 22
Cleaning the Meat Tin, Grill Pan,
Grill Pan Grid And Oven Shelves 22
Cleaning Inside The Ovens / Grill 22
Care of Stayclean Surfaces 22
Hints and Tips 22
Cleaning The Door Glass 23
Cleaning Between The Outer And Inner Door
Panels 23
To Remove The Outer Panel 23
To Replace The Outer Panel 24
To Clean The Inner Glass Door Panels 24
Replacing An Oven Light Bulb 24

Something Not Working 25
Service and Spare Parts 26
Guarantee Conditons 27

FOR THE INSTALLER

Technical Details 28
For your Safety 29
Choice of Electrical Connection 29
Things to Note 29
Important Safety Requirements 30
Provision For Ventilation 30
Moving Your Appliance 30
For Your Safety 30
Location Of Appliance 31
Connecting To Electricity Supply 32
Connecting To Gas Supply 33
Fitting The Stability Bracket 34
Pressure Testing 35
Checking The Grill 35
Checking The Hotplate 35
Checking The Timer Controls 35
Automatic Operation 35
Checking The Main Oven 36
Checking The Second Oven 36
General Note 36

Oven Cooking Chart 18
Roasting Chart 19

Defrosting 20

Uses Of The Defrost Feature 20
Selecting Defrost 20
Things To Note 20
Hints and Tips 20

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PREFACE

Dear Customer,

Thank you for buying a Parkinson Cowan appliance. With our 80 years
experience in developing and manufacturing the very best in U.K. cookers,
you can be assured that you have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality
product.

Parkinson Cowan cookers comply with British Standard safety and
performance requirements. They have are covered by a 12 month parts and
labour guarantee.

To get the best from your new Parkinson Cowan appliance, we ask that you
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Particular attention
should be made to cooking times and temperatures which may differ from
your previous appliance.

It is most important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold, or if you move house and
leave the appliance, always ensure that the book remains with the appliance.
This will enable the new owner to be acquainted with the functioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.

Please read the whole instruction book before attempting to use the appliance
ensuring you follow the recommendations given.

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INTRODUCTION

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the lower front frame of the
appliance and can be seen upon opening the top cavity
door. Alternatively the rating plate may also be found
on the back or top of some models (where applicable).

The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is
given on the rating plate.

Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance
as this may invalidate the guarantee.

THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS

The cooling fan operates immediately when the grill
or top oven is switched on. It may run on after the
controls are switched off until the appliance has
cooled. If an automatic programme has been set the
cooling fan does not switch on until the cooktime
begins.
The cooling fan may operate after a time when the
fan oven is in use. This will depend on the
temperature setting and the length of time the oven
has been in use.

CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEONS

GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
APPLIANCE

We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 - 15
minutes at 220°C to burn off any residue from their
surfaces.
The procedure should be repeated with the grill for
approximately 5 - 10 minutes.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.

ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM

When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The ovens are vented to allow some of
this steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the appliance when opening the oven door to
allow any build up of steam or heat to release.

If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface on
the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.

To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces including
the vent at the rear of the hob.

These lights indicate whether the ovens are switched
on.

The neons also indicate when the set temperature
has been reached. They will turn on and off during
use to show that the temperature is being
maintained.

If the neons do not operate as the instructions
indicate the controls have been incorrectly set.
Return all controls to zero and re-set following the
instructions for the required setting.

When the oven has been set for automatic cooking
the neon will remain unlit until the cooktime begins.

COOKWARE

Baking trays, oven dishes etc., should not be placed
directly against the grid covering the fan at the back
of the oven.

Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm
(12" x 14") as they will restrict the circulation of heat
and may affect performance.

For your safety wallcoverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.

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GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE

The following items of grill and oven furniture have
been supplied with the appliance. If you require
replacements of any of the items listed below, please
contact your local Service Force Centre quoting the
relevant part number.

1 grill pan
(311409401)

1 grill pan handle
(311468100)

Note

If you require an additional handle for your grill pan,
this can be ordered from your local Service Force
Centre by quoting part number 311479800\6

Scuffing of the Stayclean panel/s by the oven
furniture pack may occur during transit. These marks
will disappear after the oven elements have been
burnt off for the first time.

1 grill pan grid
(311419801)

1 meat tin
(311409401)

1 straight shelf
for grilling and top
oven cooking only

2 straight shelves
for main oven cooking

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

THE CONTROL PANEL - SIM 533

A

B

C

FEATURES

A - Ignition Switch
B - Hotplate Controls
C - Top Oven/Grill Temperature Control
D - Main Oven Temperature Control
E - Hotplate Controls
F - Automatic Timer
G - Top Oven Indicator Neon
H - Main Oven Indicator Neon

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D

H

E

F

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THE TIMER

Please note that this is a 24 hour clock, for example

2.00 pm is shown as 1400.
In the following pages we explain how to set the

controls. Read through them a few times until you
are familiar with the procedure.

If the oven is switched off on the wall, or there is a
loss of power, the clock will stop and you will not be
able to use the ovens. When you first switch the
electricity supply on, the timer display will flash.

TO SET THE TIME OF DAY

Turn the selector knob to 'Manual' then turn to 'Time
Setting'.

Set the correct time by turning and holding the
setting knob clockwise. Adjust the time by turning the
setting knob in either direction.

Cookpot symbol

Selector

Bell symbol

Setting knob

Turn the selector knob back to 'Manual'.

TO USE THE COUNTDOWN

Turn the selector knob to 'Countdown'. Turn the
setting knob clockwise until the display shows the
time you want. The bell symbol ( ) will be showing
and this will stay lit up during the time. Our diagram
shows the timer set to 5 minutes.
If you change your mind and want to cancel the time
you have set, simply turn the setting knob
anticlockwise. Then turn the selector to 'Manual'.

When you are using the 'Countdown' you can make
the clock show the time of day by turning the selector
knob to 'Manual'. The bell symbol will stay on to
remind you that the 'Countdown' is set. At the end of
the timed period an alarm will sound and the bell
symbol will go out.

Switch off the alarm by turning the selector knob to
'Time Setting'. Then turn to 'Manual' and the time of
day will show in the display.

Note:

You can use the countdown when an automatic
sequence has been set, as long as you remember
the following point.

1 Turn the selector knob to 'Automatic' as soon as

you have entered the timed period into the
display.

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AUTOMATIC CONTROL

The automatic control can be used to control either
oven but you can only use the control for both ovens
at the same time if the cooking time is the same.

When you use the automatic controls for the first
time it's probably best to choose a time when you are
at home. That way you can check to make sure
you've set everything correctly and you'll feel much
more confident when you are away from home in the
future.

SETTING THE CONTROLS FOR
AUTOMATIC USE

This is very easy. All you have to do is work through
the steps below. The clock will work out the rest for
itself.

1 Is the electricity supply on?
2 Is the clock

showing the
correct time?

To adjust turn the selector knob
to 'Manual' then turn to 'Time
Setting'. Turn the setting knob in
either direction.

3 How long will
the food take
to cook?

4 What time do
you want the
food to be
cooked by?

5 Set to
automatic.

6 Turn on the
oven control.

The time shown on the right gives an example of
setting the automatic controls when the time is 9.00
am, the food is to be cooked for 2½ hours and the
food is needed at 6.00 pm (1800 hours).

The clock will work out what time the oven will switch
itself on and it will turn the oven off at the end. Once
the automatic sequence is finished there will be an
alarm to remind you that you need to set the oven for
manual operation. To do this turn the selector knob
to 'Manual'. Turn off the oven control.

Turn the selector knob to 'Cook
Time'. Then turn the setting
knob until the length of time you
want the food to cook shows in
the display. The maximum
cooking time is 10 hours. 'Auto'
will show in the display.

Turn the selector knob to 'End
Time'. Turn the setting knob until
the time the oven is to switch off
shows in the display. The
cookpot ( ) will go out.
The 'End Time' must not be
more than 23 hours 59 minutes
from the time of day. For
example if the time of day is

9.00 am the latest 'End Time' will
be 8.59 am the next day.

Turn the selector knob to
'Automatic'.

Turn the oven control to the
required setting.

If you change your mind and want to cancel a
programme that you have set simply turn to 'Time
Setting' and then to 'Manual'.

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THE GAS HOB

SELECTING THE HOB

USES OF THE HOB

The gas hob has three different burner sizes to suit
different types of cooking:

TO TURN OFF ANY BURNER

1. Turn the control knob to the off position. This is

shown by a large dot.

To ensure maximum burner efficiency only use pots
and pans with flat bases appropriate to the burner
size used.

Larger burner (Rapid) - use a large pan for food such
as chips.

Medium burners (Normal) - use for everyday
cooking.

Small burner (Simmer) - use for simmering foods
such as soups and stews.

The largest pan which you should use on any burner
is 230mm (9"). The base of the smallest pan should
not measure less than 100mm (4")

Ensure the pan supports are correctly
fitted before using the hob.
See page 21.

TO LIGHT THE HOB BURNERS

The hob ignition works by means of an electric spark
system.

When lighting any burner, ensure
that it is lit before you leave the
appliance.

When turning off a burner, ensure
the flame has gone out before
leaving the appliance.

THINGS TO NOTE

If you are having any difficulty lighting a hob burner
turn all the hob controls off and make sure the
burner parts have been replaced correctly.
See page 21 for more information.

HEAT CONTROL

The hotplate control knobs turn anticlockwise from
'OFF' to 'HIGH' and then to 'LOW'. You can adjust
the heat by turning the control between the highest
and lowest settings. These are shown as a large
and a small flame symbol.

1. Push in and turn the control knob to the left to the
highest setting. This is shown by a large flame
symbol. Press the ignition button immediately.

2. When the burner has lit release the control and
adjust the setting as required.

Warning: if the ignition button is not
pressed immediately a build up of gas
may cause the flame to spread.

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HINTS AND TIPS

Keep flames under the base of pans. If the flames
lick round the sides of the pan you are wasting
gas.

Do not overfill pans or they will boil over.
Do not use pans with very heavy handles which

cause the pan to tip.

Use pans with flat bases. They are more stable

than pans which are warped.

Place pans on the centre of the
burners.

Position pans so the handles cannot
be accidentally knocked or overhang
the appliance.

Lift pans on and off the pan supports.
Do not slide them across the hob.

Do not leave accidental spillage on the hob or

removable parts. The spillage should be wiped
up and the parts washed and carefully dried as
soon as the hob, pan supports and burner parts
are cool enough to touch.

See page 21 for full cleaning instructions.

Cover pans with a lid whenever possible. Food

will heat up more quickly and there will be less
steam in the kitchen.

A flat based Wok will stand stable on the pan

supports. If you use a round based Wok with a
collar support, the collar must be the open
wirework type otherwise the performance of the
burner will be affected.

Take care to avoid burns and scalds
when reaching across the hotplate.

Take extra care when deep fat frying, do
not cover the pan with a lid. Do not leave a
pan unattended. If the pan catches fire,
leave it where it is and turn off all controls.
Place a damp cloth or a fitting lid over the
pan to smother the flames. Never put water
on the fire. Leave to cool for 30 minutes.

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THE GRILL

USES OF THE GRILL

CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE
KEPT AWAY.

SELECTING THE GRILL

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To operate the grill open the grill door and turn
the Top Oven/Grill control to the required setting.

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The Top Oven/Grill neon will illuminate. It may
turn on and off during cooking.

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At lower settings the grill may turn on and off over

time and you may prefer to use these settings for
keeping food warm.

THINGS TO NOTE

THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING. IF THE DOOR IS CLOSED THE TOP
OVEN WILL OPERATE.

If the grill door is accidentally closed during
grilling, a safety device incorporated in the
appliance will cut out the grill.

The cooling fan will operate. For more details
about the cooling fan see page 5.

Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as
the grill cleans itself.

The top oven cannot be operated when the grill is
in use.

The inner grill element may appear to glow slightly
brighter than the outer element. This is quite
normal.

Ensure the handle is correctly located. It is not
necessary to remove the grill pan handle during
grilling.

To remove the handle, slide the handle to the right
and lift the handle away from the cut out on the grill
pan.

THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE

The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
To attach the handle, place the wirework under the

cut out in the pan so that the metal plate hooks over
the top of the grill pan.

Slide the handle to the left and over the central bump
on the grill pan.

Place the grill pan on the shelf so that the pan is
positioned centrally beneath the grill.

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