Hotpoint BS61 MK2 User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use

BS61 MK2

Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’

before the oven can be used.

Note: Ensure that the oven is securely fixed to the

cabinet before use.

To the Installer

Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of

this booklet. The information can be found on the rating plate.

To the User

You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the

appliance and then retain them for future reference.

CONTENTS

Introduction 3
For Your Safety – Always 4
For Your Safety – Never 5

Features 6
Control Panel 7-8

Oven Timer Operation 9-14
Grill 15
Guide To Grilling Successfully 16
Using The Oven For Fan Cooking 17-21
Fan Grilling Roasting Chart 22
Using The Oven For Other Functions 23-24
Temperature Conversion Scale 25
Oven Temperature Charts 26-27
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory 28
Care And Cleaning 29-32
Installation Instructions 33-37
Something Wrong 38

Service Back Cover

This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:

Low Voltage Equipment
73/23/EEC
93/68/EEC

Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC

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INTRODUCTION

Your new cooker 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.

Note: When the cooker is first used, an odour may be emitted - this will cease
after a short period of use

To help remove the 'new' smell, heat up the empty oven(s) to maximum for a minimum
of two to three hours keeping the oven doors closed. 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 any temporary finish on oven linings 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 (where fitted). 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
your product.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

When used properly, your appliance is completely safe but as with any
electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed.

PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR
APPLIANCE.

ALWAYS

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

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oven/grill compartment 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

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will 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

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or 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

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the oven.
Always keep the oven/grill door closed when the appliance is not in use.

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Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking

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

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the 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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Always during use the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid

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touching heating elements in 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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FOR YOUR SAFETY

NEVER

Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as

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all 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 may cause the appliance

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to 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 oven controls.

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Never line the shelves, floor or sides of the oven or grill with aluminium

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foil as overheating and damage may result.

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FEATURES

Oven
Indicator
Light

Multi-function

Selector

Oven
Temp

Oven
Temp

Oven

Multifunction

Selector

Dual

Grill

Dual
Grill

24 Hour Digital
Electronic Clock
and Oven Timer

period

MULTIFUNCTION BS 61

Removable roof

Oven Light (15W)

Meat/Grill pan

with anti-splash

tray and roasting

rack

Dual Grill Element

Stayclean Liners

3 Oven Shelves

Oven Fan

Door Switch

Rating plate

Oven
Door

Inner Door Glass

Never line the shelves, floor or sides of the oven or grill with aluminium foil

as overheating and damage may result.

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THE CONTROLS

Oven

Tem p

Oven

Thermostat

Multifunction

Oven

Multifunction

Selector

Selector

Dual
Grill

Grill Control

period

MULTIFUNCTION BS 61

IMPORTANT

Before using your oven ALWAYS make sure that the timer has
been set to MANUAL operation. Unless this is done, the oven
cannot heat up. Before seeking assistance make sure this is
done (refer to oven timer operation).
To release any control knob simply press its centre.

MULTIFUNCTION SELECTOR

Rotate the control knob in either direction until the required function symbol appears
in the control window. Many of the functions will also require the oven thermostat or
grill control to be set before the appliance will heat up.

After use knobs can be returned to the storage position by pressing in the knob
centre.

OVEN THERMOSTAT

This is used in addition to the multifunction selector. This is used for the functions
(fan oven, fan grill and top and base heat).
Turn the control clockwise to set the oven thermostat to the required temperature.
If the timer is set correctly and the selector switch set to a suitable function an
indicator light will illuminate. This will remain on until the oven reaches the required
temperature. This light will then cycle on and off as the thermostat maintains control
of the oven temperature.

GRILL CONTROL

This is used in addition to the multifunction selector.
This is used for the functions (full grill and half grill).
Turn the control in either direction to the required setting. If the selector switch is set
to either full grill or half grill and the oven door is in its grilling position then the grill
will heat up. After use return all controls to “O” (Off) position.

COOLING FAN

A gentle flow of air will be detected coming from beneath the control panel when
the oven or grill is switched on.

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SELECTOR SWITCH FUNCTIONS

Off With the selector in this position the oven will be off with the

Oven In this position the control panel and oven will illuminate (this
Light applies to all positions other than off)

Fan The oven fan and a rear element are controlled when this function is
Oven selected.

Top and Top and base elements are controlled when this function is selected.
Base Heat Use the oven thermostat control to set the required temperature.

Fan The oven fan will operate when this function is selected.
Only The oven thermostat control must be set in the off position.

Fan The oven fan and grill element are controlled when this function is
Grill selected.

Full The full width of the grill is controlled when this function is selected.
Grill In addition use the grill control set to the required position.

Half The inner section of the grill element is controlled when this function
Grill is selected.

exception of the clock display.

Use the oven thermostat control to set the required temperature.

Use the oven thermostat control to set the required temperature.

Oven door must be closed for fan grilling.

Oven door must be open

In addition use the grill control set to the required position.

Oven door must be open for grilling.

for grilling.

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OVEN TIMER OPERATION

Note: Timer must be set to ‘Time of Day’ and ‘Manual’ before the oven
can be used.

AUTOMATIC COOKING

The Oven can be controlled by the Automatic Timer .

HINTS ON AUTOMATIC COOKING

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

2. To ensure food does not cool down and require reheating, set the end time so
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 it as cool as
possible.

5. If cooking food that requires frying before placing in the oven for automatic
cooking, keep the delay 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 the food.

7. We advise that dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat, e.g.
Shepherd's Pie, should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a 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

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

A
U
T
O

A
U
T
O

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

CLOCKFACE

The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.

Ensure correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00
HOURS AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE.
However, should you operate the timer during these hours the display will
return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.

SYMBOLS

will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will remain
lit for the period set. At the end of the Minute Minder Period, 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.

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.

ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC

A
U
T
O

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

Bell Symbol

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

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.

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.

Step 4 To cancel the bleeping sound within the two minutes press 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 & AUTOMATIC

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

Cooktop Symbol

A
U
T
O

A
U
T
O

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

A
U
T
O

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End
Time

Manual

Minute
Minder

Cook

Period

End

Time

Manual

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.

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Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the

Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).

time of day.

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
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)

during the