Hotpoint EW74, EW75 User Manual

Instructions

60cm slot-in double oven cookers

This book covers: EW74 EW75

Contents

Page

Introduction 4

Installation 5

Safety Information 6-7

Features 8

The Controls 9-10

The Timer 11-16

Temperature Conversion Chart 17

Use and Care of the Ceramic Hob 18-20

Grilling 21-22

Top Oven – Conventional Cooking 23

Cooking Temperature Charts 24-25

Main Oven – Fan Cooking 26

Slow Cooking – Main Oven 27

Care and Cleaning 28-31

If something goes wrong / If it still won’t work 32

Hotpoint Service Cover 34

Key Contacts back page

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.

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 cooker 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.

any person other than the authorised employee or agent.

(d) Has been correctly installed.

this will cease after a period of use

This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:

Electromagnetic Compatibility Low Voltage Equipment 89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC 92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC 93/68/EEC

Installation

WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Mains Connection

Your cooker should have been checked to ensure supply volt The model number and serial number are located on the front of the cooker, as shown on the Feature’s page. The 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 6mm minimum. 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.

Levelling

Four feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height (900mm - 930mm) and level the cooker. The feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the cooker. After the correct height is achieved, lock the feet into position by tightening the locking nut using an open ended spanner.

CAUTION: Some soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefully. NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelves.

this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated

age,

that the voltage corresponds with your

on the outer rear panel.

Siting the Cooker

The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 600mm apart. The space either side need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing and cleaning. It can be used with cabinets one side or both as well as in an angled corner setting. It can also be used freestanding. Adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must not be nearer to the cooker than 150mm and should be cooker hood should not be nearer than 650mm.

Note: This appliance must NOT be fitted on a platform.

Moving the Cooker

Before moving your cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool. Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the oven roof, avoiding any grill elements.

Radio Interference

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

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

protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging

surface or

Safety Information

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

● Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.

● Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.

● Keep children away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get

extremely hot during and after use.

● Turn controls off when not in use.

● Stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to

disperse.

●

Always use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.

● Always place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplates or pans.

●

Always take care to avoid heat or steam burns when operating the controls.

● Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool before cleaning (or changing an oven lamp if fitted).

●

Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven or grill.

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

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

a fire.

●

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 refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.

● Always take care when removing items from the grill compartment when the lower

oven is in use as the contents will be hot.

● Always turn off the electricity supply to the appliance at the wall switch should any glass panel (if fitted) crack or shatter and then DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE until repaired.

● During use, the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

Safety Information

Never

● Never stare at Halogen heating units.

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

surfaces will be hot during and after its use.

● Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

●

Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.

● Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.

● Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.

● Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the

container to burst.

● Never store chemicals/food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance.

● Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.

● Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use a lid.

DO NOT LEAVE DEEP FAT FRYING PANS UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.

● Never use the appliance as a room heater.

● Never use the grill to warm plates.

● Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors.

● Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.

● Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will cause the appliance to

over heat.

● Never use ‘steam cleaners’.

SAFETY ADVICE IN CASE OF A CHIP-PAN FIRE

In the event of a chip pan fire 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.

LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.

MOVING IT. Injuries are

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.

Features

1200W Ceramic

1800W Ceramic - EW75

1800W Dual Circuit Solarglo

Ceramic - EW74

1200W Ceramic

1500W Dual Oval Solarglo Ceramic - EW75

1800W Ceramic - EW74

Hob Hot indicator

Control panel

Conventional Grill

Grill pan and food support

‘Stay Clean’ liners

Top Oven door

Main Oven door

Timer

Grill pan handle fixed/detachable

Top oven rod shelf

Inner door glass

Oven light Oven fan

Door Switch

‘Stay Clean’ liners

Model number &

Serial number label

Main oven rod shelf

Inner door glass

The controls

Switch on the electricity supply to the cooker at the Cooker Control Unit.

Dual Circuit Control - EW74

Hob Controls

Dual Circuit Control

Top Oven Neon

Grill Control

Hotplate Controls

Dual Circuit Control - EW75

As each control knob is turned clockwise, numbers from 6 - 1 on the control knob decrease. Setting 6 is the highest/hottest. Setting 1 is the lowest/coolest. These are 6 fixed positions for cooking.

This is to control a dual circuit plate with two elements. By turning the knob clockwise the whole hotplate is switched on, numbers 1-4 on the control knob, 4 is the highest setting. With the knob turned anti-clockwise, only the inner part of the hotplate is switched on, this is also indicated by numbers 1-4 on the control knob, 4 is the highest setting. Variable power for either the whole or the inner part of the hotplate is obtained by selecting any number between 1 and 4.

The off position is identified by an ‘0’. The hob hot warning light will operate soon after any of the heating areas are switched on. It will remain illuminated until the ceramic surface has cooled down.

Top Oven Control

Timer

Main Oven Neon

Main Oven Control

The controls (continued)

Grill Control Top Oven

Top Oven Control

Main Oven Control

Notes

Slow Setting ‘S’

The grill control will not operate unless the top oven control is in the ‘0’ off position. The grill control provides fully variable heat control for either the twin grill or single (left hand side) grill by selecting any number between 1 and 4. When turned clockwise the twin grill will be switched on and any power setting from 1 - 4 can be selected. The power level numbers are indicated on the control knob. When turned anti-clockwise the single grill will be switched on and any power setting from 1 - 4 can be selected. The power level numbers are indicated on the control knob. The off position is identified by an ‘0’.

This control switches on the top and bottom heating elements in the top oven. The temperature in the oven can be set anywhere between 100˚C and 220˚C. The red thermostat light will glow initially and remain on until the oven reaches the required temperature. It will then cycle off and on, as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature. The off position is identified by an ‘0’.

This control switches on the main oven. To select Fan Cooking - Turn the control clockwise and select any temperature between 80˚C and 230˚C. As the control is turned the fan will start, the oven interior light and the red main oven thermostat light will come on and the heating element around the fan will start heating. The fan and the oven interior light will remain on throughout cooking. The red main oven thermostat light will come on until the oven reaches the required temperature. It will then cycle off and on as the oven thermostat maintains the correct temperature.

1. Never operate both the top oven control and the grill control together. The grill will not operate unless the top oven control is in the ‘0’ off position.

2. If the main oven does not switch on when the control is turned, check that the Timer is in manual operation.

The main oven has an Economy setting to select. Turn the main oven control to the Slow Setting ‘S’ (see page 27). NOTE: Slow Cooking can be cooked automatically (see Timer instructions).

Oven Timer Operation

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

AUTOMATIC COOKING

The Main 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

3. Always ensure that meat and poultry is defrosted before placing in the

4. Whenever possible, take food out of the refrigerator and keep it as cool

5. If cooking food that requires frying before placing in the oven for

6. Never place hot or warm food in the oven for delay start cooking as it

7. We advise that dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat, e.g.

8. Ensure that delay start times are kept to a minimum to prevent bacterial

9. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the delay period

10. Foods which discolour should be protected by coating in fat or tossing in

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

12. Food should be well sealed (but not airtight) in a container to prevent the

13. Always ensure that food is piping hot and cooked thoroughly before

14. Only reheat food once.

time so the food is ready when you require it.

oven.

as possible.

automatic cooking, keep the delay time to a minimum.

could cause the oven to be warm and produce harmful bacteria in the food.

Shepherd's Pie, should not be cooked automatically if there is to be a delay period.

growth in food.

so it is best to add these ingredients just before serving.

water to which lemon juice has been added, prior to placing food in the oven.

over.

loss of liquid during cooking. Aluminium foil gives a good seal.

serving.

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