Hotpoint EG1000EX, EG1000GX User Manual

Operating Instructions

Dual Fuel

Freestanding Cooker

GB

English, 1

EG1000EX

EG1000GX

Contents

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Introduction, 2

For Your Safety, 3

Oven Timer Operation, 4-7

Hotplate, 8-9

Griddle (model EG1000GX only), 10

Some Recipe ideas for your Griddle, 11

Twin Grill, 12

Fan Oven, 13

Conventional Oven, 14

Oven Cooking Chart - Meat, 15

Oven Cooking Chart - Baking, 16

The Slow Cook Setting, 17

Care and Cleaning, 18-19

Something Wrong with your cooker?, 20-21

Installation Instructions, 22-25

Electrical Connection, 26

Hotpoint Service Cover, 27

Notes, 28-29

Guarantee Information, 30

Service Information, 31

Introduction

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These instructions are only valid for the countries
whose symbols appear in the manual and on the
serial number plate.

To the Installer:

Before installation, fill in the product details on the
back cover of this book.
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.

To help you make the best use of your cooker,
PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY.
Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting
service.
The guarantee is only applicable if the cooker has
been installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use
and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any
other installation.

Our policy is one of continual improvement in design
and development, therefore strict accuracy of
illustrations and descriptions cannot be guaranteed.

This appliance conforms to the following EEC
Directive:

Gas Appliances
90/396/EEC

Low Voltage Equipment
2006/95/EEC
93/68/EEC

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

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 any
temporary finish and also any moisture absorbed by
the insulation.

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For your Safety

Please read the precautions below before using
your cooker.

ALWAYS . . .

ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls

before using the cooker.

ALWAYS check that all controls on the cooker are

turned off after use.

ALWAYS stand back when opening an oven door to

allow heat to disperse.

ALWAYS use dry, good quality oven gloves when

removing items from the ovens.

ALWAYS take care when removing items from the

top oven/grill when the main oven is on, as
the contents may be hot.

ALWAYS keep the oven and grill doors closed when

the cooker is not in use.

ALWAYS place pans centrally over the hotplate

burners and position them so that the
handles cannot accidentally be caught or
knocked or become heated by other
burners.

ALWAYS keep the cooker clean, as a build up of

grease or fat from cooking can cause a

fire.
ALWAYS allow the cooker to cool before cleaning.
ALWAYS follow the basic principles of food handling

and hygiene to prevent the possibility of

bacterial growth.
ALWAYS keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
ALWAYS turn off the electricity supply before

cleaning or replacing an oven lamp.
ALWAYS refer servicing to CORGI registered

appliance service engineers.
ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT

WHEN THE GRILL IS USED. YOUNG

CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.
ALWAYS Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance
ALWAYS During use the appliance becomes hot.

Care should be taken to avoid touching

heating elements inside the oven

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NEVER . . .

NEVER leave children unsupervised where the

cooker is installed as all surfaces will get
hot during and after use.

NEVER allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of

the cooker.

NEVER store items that children may attempt to

reach above the cooker.

NEVER heat up unopened food containers as

pressure can build up causing the container
to burst.

NEVER store chemicals, food stuffs, pressurised

containers in or on the cooker, or in cabinets
immediately above or next to the cooker.

NEVER fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full

of oil, and never use a lid. DO NOT LEAVE
UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.

NEVER place flammable or plastic items on or near

the hotplate.

NEVER use proprietary spillage collectors on the

hotplate.
NEVER use the cooker as a room heater.
NEVER dry clothes or place other times over or

near to the hotplate or oven/gril doors.
NEVER wear garments with long flowing sleeves

whilst cooking.

NOTE: The use of a gas cooking appliance results
in the production of heat and moisture in the room in
which it is installed. Always ensure that the kitchen
is well ventilated; keep natural ventilation holes open
or install a mechanical ventilation device
(mechanical extractor hood).

In particular when using the grill or more than one
hotplate burner, open a window if a mechanical
ventilation device is not operating.

! The appliance should not be operated by people
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capacities, by inexperienced individuals or
by anyone who is not familiar with the product.
These individuals should, at the very least, be
supervised by someone who assumes responsibility
for their safety or receive preliminary instructions
relating to the operation of the appliance.

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Oven Timer Operation

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The oven timer (only ventilated Oven) offers you the
following features:

1. Time of Day

2. Automatic Cooking

3. Minute Minder

AUTOMATIC COOKING

The main oven can be controlled automatically.

GUIDANCE ON AUTOMATIC COOKING

1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook.

2. Set the oven timer so that the food has just finished
or is just about to finish cooking on your return to
the oven. This will ensure the food has not cooled
down and does not require reheating before serving.

3. Food should be as cold as possible when it goes
into the oven, ideally straight from the refrigerator.
Frozen meat and poultry should be thawed
thoroughly before it is put in the oven.

4. Warm food should never be placed in the oven if
there is to be a delay period. Stews prepared by
frying the meat and vegetables should be cooked
as soon as possible.

5. Dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat,
for example Shepherds Pie, should not be cooked
automatically if there is to be a delay period.

6. Stews and joints should be cooked by the long slow
method, so that the delay period is kept to a
minimum.

7. On warm days, to prevent harmful bacterial growth
in certain foods (ie poultry, joints, etc) the delayed
start should be kept to a minimum.

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

9. 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.

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

11.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.

12.Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before serving.

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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 - The 'AUTO'
symbol will go out).

CLOCKFACE

The timer incorporates a 24 hour
clock.
Ensure the correct time of day is
always set, before using your
cooker.

SYMBOLS

A 'bell' symbol 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 and the 'bell'
symbol will disappear.

The 'cookpot' symbol will light
up either:-

- When the timer is in manual
mode, or

- 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 or when the
timer is set to manual.

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Oven Timer Operation

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

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).

End Time Button

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 control(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 pre­programmed time.

Manual Button

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

"+" and "-" Buttons

Used to adjust the various timer function settings.

SETTING THE TIME OF DAY

Step 1 Make sure all oven

controls are turned Off.

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Step 2 Check the electricity
supply to the cooker is turned
on.
Step 3 When switched on the
display will show 0.00 and the
Auto symbol, flashing
intermittently.

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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

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Step 4 Press & hold in both the
Cook Period & End Time buttons
together.
Step 5 With the Cook Period &
End Time buttons still held in,
press either the "+" or "-" buttons
to set the correct time of day.

SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER

Step 1 Ensure the time of day

is set correctly.
Step 2 Press and hold the

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

At the end of the set time an audible tone will be
heard, and the 'bell' symbol will disappear.

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Note 1When the Minute Minder has been set,

the time remaining can be checked

any time by simply pressing the Minute
Minder button.

Note 2 If necessary the Minute Minder can be

cancelled before the tone s
pressing and holding the Minute Minder
button an d t h en at the same ti m e

pressing the "-" button until 0.00 appears
in the

Minute Minder button.
Step 3 With the Minute Minder
button held in, set the required
Minute Minder period using the
"+" and "-" buttons. A 'bell'
symbol will light up.

Step 4 To cancel the audible
tone press the Minute Minder
button.

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Oven Timer Operation

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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

matically after a set cook period.

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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

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

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
will be 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 ).

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The audible tone will continue unless cancelled.
The 'Auto' symbol will continue to flash until the
timer is returned to Manual operation (see below).

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

Note 1When cooking automatically the Cook

Period can be checked at any time by
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imply pressing the Cook Period button.

Note 2When cooking automatically the End

Time can be checked at any time by
simply pressing th

The 'Auto' symbol will remain lit
to signify that an Auto Cooking
Programme has been set. The
'cookpot' symbol will go out.

Step 7 Turn the oven control(s)
to the required temperature, and
if necessary select the
appropriate oven function.

At the end of the Automatic Cook
Period the Auto Symbol will flash
and an intermittent bleeping
sound will be heard.

Step 8 Press the Manual
button, the audible tone will be
cancelled and the oven(s) will be
returned to Manual.

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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 tem-

perature, and if necessary select the
appropriate oven function.

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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 in set the required Cook
Period using the "+" and "-"
buttons. Example: 1hr 30
minutes (as shown).

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Step 5 Release all buttons.

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NOTE: The Cookpot symbol disappears

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

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 audible tone will be
heard.
The audible tone will continue until
cancelled. The 'Auto' symbol will
continue to flash until the timer is
returned to Manual operation (see
below).

Step 6 Press the Manual
button. The audible tone will be
cancelled and the oven(s) will be
returned to Manual.

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 & release the Manual button.
(b) Start the sequence again.

5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero's

0.00 and 'Auto', 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.

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

Step 1 Turn the oven control to the OFF position.

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Note 1When cooking automati c a lly the C ook

Period can be checked at any time by simply

pressing the Cook Period button.

Step 2 Press the Manual

button to return the oven to
"Manual" operation. The 'Auto'
symbol will go out.

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Hotplate

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The hotplate has one large wok burner, one large
burner, two medium burners and one small burner.
One model has two oval burners and the other has a
dual zone ceramic plate.
All hotplates will accommodate pans between
100mm (4) and 200mm (9) diameter.
The wok and large burner will accommodate pans up
to 260mm (10) diameter. All pans should be placed
centrally over the burners.

DUAL CERAMIC PLATE (model EG1000EX only):
Warning: DO NOT use the hob if it is cracked. To

avoid the risk of electric shock, switch off the cooker
at the main isolating switch and contact your nearest
Service Office (see back page).

Heating only occurs within the zone marked on the
hob. The heating zone has a safety cut out which
prevents the ceramic glass from overheating. After
several minutes on full power without a pan, the cut
out will switch the heating element on and off to
avoid any damage to the ceramic glass.

The ceramic plate control is designed to provide
variable heat control of either the full oval of the
plate or just the circular section. Turning the control
knob clockwise will switch on the full oval and
turning the control knob anti-clockwise will switch on
just the circular zone.

It is essential that you use saucepans that are
suitable for a ceramic hob.

DO NOT...

- cook directly on the ceramic surface without a
cooking utensil, as this will result in damage to the
surface of the hob.

- use the ceramic as a work surface as damage may
occur to the smooth surface of the hob.

- drag or slide utensils on the ceramic surface, as
this will cause scratches.

- place anything between the utensil base and the
ceramic surface, such as asbestos mats or wok
stands.

- leave any utensils, food or combustible items on
the ceramic when it is not in use.

ALWAYS...

- ensure the bottom of the pan is clean and dry. Dirt
or moisture between pan and the ceramic can cau­se pitting of the ceramic surface.

- take extra care when cooking foods with high sugar
content such as jam, as spillage will cause damage
to the surface of the ceramic.

- clean spills immediately.

 Make sure the pans do not overlap the edges of
the hob while it is being used.

OVAL BURNERS (model EG1000GX only):

The two oval burners at the front of the hotplate can
be turned through 90° to suit the shape of the
cookware being used. The burners can be used
individually or together.

ALWAYS USE:

• Good quality pans with smooth flat heavy bases.

• Saucepans manufactured from aluminium or

stainless steel.

• Correct size pans - the base of the pan must cover
the heating zone completely.

NEVER USE:

• Pans with thin, distorted or uneven bases - these
would extend cooking times, waste electricity and
cause damaging local hot spots on the ceramic
surface.

• Pans with ridged or recessed bases.

• Pans with damaged or rough bases which could

scratch the ceramic surface.

• Glass or ceramic glass utensils.

In order to keep your ceramic plate in good
condition, follow these simple guidelines:

Example for:

rectangular dishes

and when using the

griddle plate.

TO USE THE GAS HOTPLATE BURNERS

1. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn
the control knob of the chosen burner anti-clockwise
to the large flame symbol. Continue to press the
ignition button until the spark lights the gas.

2. Turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the desired
setting. Only turn the control knob between the large
flame symbol and the small flame symbol for
adjusting the setting.

3. To turn off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to
the O position.

In the event of the burner not lighting straight away
or the flames being accidentally extinguished, turn

Example for:

when using

oval dishes

(ie. fish pans).

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off the burner controls and do not attempt to re­ignite the burners for at least 1 minute.

DO NOT use mis-shapen pans which may be

unstable.

DO NOT use round base woks directly on the pan

supports.

Each burner is fitted with a spark ignition electrode
for lighting the gas.
To ensure rapid lighting of the burners every time
they are used, the electrodes must be kept clean
and dry. Remove any food spillage or cleaning
materials from the electrodes using a small nylon
brush such as a tooth brush.
Access to the ignitor can be achieved by lifting off
the loose burner parts carefully when the burners are
cool.

If aluminium based pans are used, a silvery deposit
may appear on the top edge of the pan support
fingers. See 'Care and Cleaning' section for further
information.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEEP FAT
FRYING

1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil
or fat.

2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating
or cooling period.

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

4. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower
it slowly into the hot oil or fat. Frozen foods in
particular will cause frothing and spitting if added
too quickly.

5. Always keep the outside of the pan clean and free
from streaks of oil or fat.

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HOW TO DEAL WITH A FAT FIRE

1. Do not move the pan.

2. Turn off the hotplate burners.

3. Smother the flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth
to extinguish the fire. Do not use water or a fire
extinguisher as the force of it may spread the
burning fat or oil over the edge of the pan.

4. Leave the pan for at least 60 minutes before moving
it.

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Griddle
(model EG1000GX only)

A non-stick griddle is supplied for use over the two
oval burners at the front of the hob or the two
medium burners at the rear.
The griddle is made of cast iron and the surface is
covered with a special nonstick finish. To protect the
non-stick coating never use metal cooking utensils
as they may scratch the surface. Wooden or heat
resistant plastic utensils may be used. Do not use
saucepans on the griddle plate.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST THE
GRIDDLE PLATE BE USED OVER ANY OTHER

HOTPLATE BURNERS.

USE OF THE GRIDDLE

The griddle may be used with either or both of the
burners on, depending on the food being cooked.

1. Secure the griddle above the two simmer burners,
making sure that the support feet are located
correctly on the pan support fingers.

2. Press the ignition button and then push in and turn
the control knob(s) of the burners anticlockwise to
the large flame symbol. Continue to press the
ignition button until the spark lights the gas. Preheat
the griddle plate for approximately four minutes.

3. Place the food directly on the griddle plate. However
when cooking drier foods eg. drop scones the
griddle plate can be lightly greased.

4. The controls can be left at high for the sealing of
foods or turned down to a lower heat setting
depending on what food is being cooked. NB. A
gentle heat is all that is required for the majority of
griddling. Once the griddle plate is up to tempera­ture it maintains the cooking temperature on a
medium/low setting.

5. Cook the food for the required time, which will
depend on the type of food being cooked.

6. To turn off, push in and turn the control knob(s)
fully clockwise to the O position.

7. Allow the griddle plate to cool before cleaning.

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