Hotpoint EW42, EW52, EW34, EW45, EW32 User Manual

Instructions

EW52
EW45
EW42
EW34
EW32

PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY.

Contents Page

Introduction 3
Installation 4-5
Safety Information - Always 6

Never 7
Features - EW32 8
Features - EW34 9
Features - EW42 & EW45 10
Features - EW52 11
Controls 12
Hotplates General Information (EW32 & EW34) 13-14
Ceramic Hobs General Information (EW42, EW45 & EW52) 15-19
Choosing Your Utensils 20-21
Temperature Conversion Chart 22
Top Oven / Grill Cookery Notes (EW34 & EW52) 23-24
Grill Chart (EW34) 25
Grilling (EW32, EW42 & EW45) 26
Grill Chart (EW32, EW42 & EW45) 27
Solarplus Grill (EW52) 28
Grill Chart (EW52) 29
Oven Temperature Charts 30-31
Main Oven Cookery Notes 32-33
Using the Main Oven for other Functions 34
Care and Cleaning 35-38
Cooking Results not Satisfactory 39
If Something Goes Wrong 40
Hotpoint Service Cover 42
Key Contacts Back Cover

To the User

You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then

retain them for future reference.

Retention of this Instruction Book

This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important
details on the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it
behind, make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become
familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.

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Introduction

Your new appliance 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 appliance is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for
use in any other installation.

When the cooker is first used an odour may be emitted,

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 temporary finish on oven liners 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.

this will cease after a period of use

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Installation

150 mm

150 mm

650 mm

WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Your cooker should have been checked to ensure
voltage corresponds with your supply volt
on the rating plate, which is situated

age,

on the plinth. The

that the

this is stated

cooker must be connected by a competent person, such as
one who is a NICEIC registered contractor, to a suitable
double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 32A
and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm (applicable to
newer properties, older properties where a 30A double
pole control unit and a minimum contact clearance of
3mm is acceptable).
The double pole control unit should be fitted adjacent to
the cooker, in accordance with IEE regulations. The control
unit must be within 2 metres of, but not directly above the
appliance and should be easily accessible in the event of
an emergency.

The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a
conductor size of 6mm2minimum.

This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding
suppression of radio and television interference.

Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing the
rear access cover.
The mains cable must pass through the cable clamp
adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should be
used to allow the cooker to be pulled out for
servicing.

Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any
brackets affixed to the rear panel and is not trapped to the
rear wall when pushing the cooker into
position between cabinets.

Siting the Cooker

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The height of the cooker can be adjusted by means of
adjustable feet in the plinth (900mm - 915mm). Adjust the
feet by tilting the cooker from the side. Then install the
product into position.

NOTE: This appliance must not be fitted on a platform.

The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen
cabinets spaced 500mm apart. The space either side need
only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the
cooker for servicing. It can be used with cabinets one side
or both as well as in a corner setting. It can also be used
free-standing.

Adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must
not be nearer to the cooker than 150mm and should be
protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging
surface or cooker hood should not be nearer 650mm.

Installation

Moving the Cooker

Splash Panel
Kit (Wall Mounted)

Before moving your cooker check that it is cool, and switch
off at the cooker control unit.

Movement of your cooker is most easily achieved by lifting
the front as follows:
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip
on the underside front edge of the oven roof, avoiding any
grill elements.

Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy.
Take care to ensure that any floor covering is not
damaged.

Splashplate optional, apply to Parts Department
(see Back Cover for contact number.)

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Safety Information

When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product

PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.

there are certain precautions that must be observed.

Always

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

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and grill compartments 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 will

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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 or

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heat to disperse.
Always use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the

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oven/grill.
Always place pans centrally over the hotplate, making sure handles are kept away

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from the edge of the hob and cannot be heated by other hotplates/pans.
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 the

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oven.
Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not

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Always take care when removing items from the grill/top oven when the main

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oven is in use as the contents may be hot.
Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can

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

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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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During use the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching

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heating elements inside the oven,

in use.

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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Safety Information

Never

Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all

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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 leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.

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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 place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.

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Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than a

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DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
Never operate the grill with the door closed as this will cause the appliance to

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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 either the hob or 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 appliance controls.

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Never use ‘steam cleaners’.

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1

/3 full of oil, or use a lid.

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Features EW32

HOB VENTILATION SLOTS

2000W
(Red Spot)

GRILL
DOOR

REMOVABLE
INNER GLASS
DOOR

1000W

GRILL

1500W

1000W

CONTROL
PANEL

GRILL DOOR
SWITCH

GRILL/MEAT PAN
WITH REMOVABLE
HANDLE AND WIRE
FOOD SUPPORT

REMOVABLE INNER
GLASS DOOR

STAY CLEAN LINERS

OVEN ROD
SHELVES

RATING PLATE

PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS

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Features EW34

HOB VENTILATION SLOTS

2000W
(Red Spot)

GRILL/TOP OVEN

OVEN ROD SHELF

GRILL/TOP OVEN
DOOR

REMOVABLE
INNER GLASS
DOOR

1000W

1500W

1500W
(Red Spot)

CONTROL
PANEL

GRILL/MEAT PAN
WITH REMOVABLE
HANDLE AND WIRE
FOOD SUPPORT

STAY CLEAN LINERS

REMOVABLE INNER
GLASS DOOR

STAY CLEAN LINERS

OVEN ROD
SHELVES

RATING PLATE

PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS

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Features EW42 & EW45

HOB VENTILATION SLOTS

1800W

GRILL DOOR

REMOVABLE
INNER GLASS
DOOR

1200W

GRILL

1800W

1200W

CONTROL
PANEL

GRILL DOOR
SWITCH

GRILL/MEAT PAN
WITH REMOVABLE
HANDLE AND WIRE
FOOD SUPPORT

REMOVABLE INNER
GLASS DOOR

STAY CLEAN
LINERS

OVEN ROD
SHELVES

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RATING PLATE

PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS

Features EW52

HOB VENTILATION SLOTS

1800W

GRILL/TOP OVEN

OVEN ROD SHELF

GRILL /TOP OVEN
DOOR

REMOVABLE
INNER GLASS
DOOR

1200W

1800W

1200W

CONTROL
PANEL

GRILL/MEAT PAN
WITH REMOVABLE
HANDLE AND WIRE
FOOD SUPPORT

STAY CLEAN LINERS

REMOVABLE INNER
GLASS DOOR

STAY CLEAN
LINERS

OVEN ROD
SHELVES

RATING PLATE

PLINTH VENTILATION SLOTS

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Controls

EW32, EW42 & EW45

MAIN OVEN

INDICATOR

LIGHT

GRILL

INDICATOR

LIGHT

❍

MAIN
OVEN

EW34 & EW52

MAIN OVEN

INDICATOR

LIGHT

❍❍

MAIN
OVEN

Control Knobs The knobs for the hotplates can be rotated in either direction to

❍

GRILL

TOP OVEN

INDICATOR

LIGHT

TOP

OVEN

provide variable heat control, the Main Oven and Top Oven knobs can
only be rotated clockwise from the Off position.

Note: Always ensure that all controls are in the OFF position,
when the appliance is not in use.

❍❍

LEFT

FRONT

PLATE

❍

GRILL

❍

LEFT

REAR

PLATE

LEFT

FRONT

PLATE

❍

RIGHT

REAR

PLATE

❍

LEFT

REAR

PLATE

❍

❍

RIGHT

REAR

PLATE

RIGHT

FRONT

PLATE

❍

RIGHT

FRONT

PLATE

Operating the In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill
control when the compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due
grill is in use to hot air being emitted from the grill compartment.

Slow cooking ‘S’ The main oven has a ‘S’ setting specially designed to reduce energy

Cooling Fan A gentle flow of air will be blown from below the control panel when
(EW34 & EW52 only) either oven and/or grill controls are in use.

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usage. Full details of this can be found in the Slow cooking section of this
book.

Hotplates General Information Notes

(EW32 & EW34)

Note:

Use of Hotplates

Control Settings
Guide

Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil
in contact with the hob surface.

The controls set the hotplates at six pre-set power levels. Each
control can be used to select one of six temperature settings from a
minimum at position 1 to a maximum at position 6, the redspot hotplates
heat up more rapidly to give faster boiling.

This table is provided only as a guide – settings also depend on the
type of pan used and the quantity of food.

Knob Position

1 To melt butter, chocolate, etc.

1 or 2 To heat food gently.

3 To heat solid and liquid foods.

4 or 5 To cook foods, just above simmering.

5 or 6 To seal meat and fry fish.

6 Frying potatoes.

Type of food

To keep small amounts of water simmering.
To heat sauces, containing egg yolks and butter,
To simmer: stews, meat, fish, vegetables, fruit.

Keep water boiling.
Thaw frozen vegetables.
Make 2-3 egg omelettes.

To maintain 'rolling' boil for preserve making.

Bringing water to the boil.
Deep fat frying.
Dissolve sugar for preserve making.

Safety 1. Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the
requirements for appropriate heating area.
deep fat frying 2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full of oil.

3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking
period.

4. Never try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food.
This only lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much,
resulting in greasy food.

5. 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 to quickly.

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

7. Keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or
fat.

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Hotplates General Information Notes (EW32 & EW34)

CHOICE OF UTENSILS

Every Electric Hob deserves the right choice of utensils. We recommend for optimum
performance the use of good quality utensils.

PANS SHOULD NOT

Be concave

(bowed in)

Be convex

(bowed out)

Be rimmed

Be deeply ridged

Always ✓

● Use good quality flat-based

cookware on all electric heat
sources.

● Ensure pans have clean, dry
bases before use.

● Ensure pans match size of
heating area.

● Remember good quality pans
retain heat well, so generally
only a low or medium heat is
necessary.

● Ensure pan handles are
positioned safely and away

from heat sources.

● Lift pans, do not drag.

● Use pan lids except when frying.

● Deal with spillage immediately

but with care.

Never ✗

● Use gauze, metal pan diffusers,

asbestos mats and stands e.g.
Wok stands – they can cause
overheating.

● Use utensils with skirts or rims
e.g. buckets and some kettles.

● Use badly dented or distorted
pans.

● Leave an element switched on
when not cooking.

● Cook food directly on the
hotplate.

● Drag or slide utensils across
the hob surface.

● Place large preserving pans or
fish kettles across two
hotplates.

● Place plastic vessels or utensils
on a hot hob.

But essentially Flat

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● Use the hob as an area for
storage

Always place pans

centrally on the

hotplate