Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix built-in oven. 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
cooker.
In addition Tricity Bendix cookers comply with British Standard safety and
performance requirements. They have been approved by BEAB (British
Electrotechnical Approvals Board) and are covered by a 12 month parts and
labour guarantee.
In order that you get the best from your new Tricity Bendix cooker, the
following instructions have been prepared. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU READ
THEM CAREFULLY. Particular attention should be paid to cooking times and
temperatures which may differ from your previous cooker.
It is most important that this instruction book is retained with the cooker for
future reference. Should the cooker be sold, or transferred to another owner,
or should you move house and leave the cooker, always ensure that the book
remains with the cooker so that the new owner can be acquainted with the
functioning of the cooker and the relevant warnings.
Please read the whole instruction book before attempting to use the cooker
ensuring you follow the recommendations given.
5
Page 6
SAFETY
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND
THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE COOKER.
PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLATION
This cooker is heavy and care must
be taken when moving it.
Ensure that all packaging, both
inside and outside the cooker has
been removed before the cooker is
used.
Do not try to move the cooker by
pulling the door handles. Refer to
installation instructions.
The cooker must be installed
according to the instructions supplied.
according to the instructions upplied.
Any electrical installation work must
be undertaken by a qualified electrician/
be undertaken by a qualified ctrician.
competent person.
This cooker is designed to be
operated by adults and children
under supervision. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the controls or play near or with the
cooker.
Caution accessible parts especially
around the grill area may become hot
when the cooker is in use. Children
should be kept away until it has
cooled.
Take great care when heating fats
and oils as they will ignite if they
become too hot.
This cooker has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and
mustnot be used for any other
purposes.
Never place plastic or any other
material which may melt in or on the
oven.
Ensure cooking utensils are large
enough to contain foods to prevent
spillages and boil overs.
Take care to follow the endations
Take care to follow the recommendations
given for tending the food when
grilling. Use the handle provided in
the recommended way.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications
or modify the cooker in any way.
After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment.
DURING OPERATION
Do not use this cooker if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.
6
Do not leave the handle in position
when grilling as it will become hot.
Always use oven gloves to remove
and replace food in the oven.
Similarly always use oven gloves to
remove and replace the grill pan
handle when grilling.
Recommendations given on page 21.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
Page 7
Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven cavity.
You must ensure that the grill control
is in the 'OFF' position when the
timer control has been set for
automatic cooking.
Ensure that the anti-tilt shelves are
put in place correctly. Refer to
instructions on page 23.
Never line any part of the cooker with
aluminium foil. Do not allow heatproof
cooking material, e.g. roasting bags to
come into contact with oven elements.
Always stand back from the cooker
when opening the oven door to allow
any build up of steam or heat to
release.
Cookers and hobs become very hot,
and retain their heat for a long period
of time after use. Children should be
kept well away from the cooker until
it has cooled.
GENERAL
Under no circumstances should
repairs be carried out by inexperienced
persons as this may cause injury or
serious malfunction. This cooker should
be serviced by an authorised Service
Engineer and only genuine approved
spare parts should be used. Details of
servicing and repair arrangements are
supplied on page 34 of this book.
Do not stand on the cooker or on
the open oven door.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the cooker or its handle.
They are a safety hazard.
AFTER USE
Stand clear when opening the drop
down oven door. Do not allow it to
fall open - support it using the door
handle until it is fully 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
cooker 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.
Always allow the cooling fan to cool
the cooker down before switching off
at the wall prior to carrying out any
cleaning or maintenance work.
Only clean this cooker in accordance
with the instructions given in this
book.
Your safety is of paramount importance.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these WARNINGS contact the:
Consumer Care Department
Telephone: (01582) 585858
Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
cooker in case it is inadvertently
switched ON.
7
Page 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
WARNINGS:
l
This cooker must be installed by a qualified
electrician/competent person. Safety may be impaired
if installation is not carried out in accordance with these
instructions.
l
This cooker must be earthed.
l
Do not remove the screws from the earth tab
extending from the oven mains terminal block
(Fig. 8).
l
Before connecting the cooker make sure that the
voltage of your electricity supply is the same as
that indicated on the rating plate. The rating plate
can be seen by opening the oven door and
looking below the oven door seal.
l
Do not alter the electrical circuitry of this cooker.
NOTE: HOUSE CIRCUIT
Earth leakage and continuity tests must be carried
out before the cooker is connected to the mains
supply and re-checked after fitting.
THINGS TO NOTE
GETTING THINGS READY
CHOICE OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
l
There are two possible ways to connect your
cooker, please choose from the most appropriate
after reading the descriptions.
a) It is recommended that this appliance is wired
with suitably rated cable (min 13A), into fixed
wiring using a double pole isolator with at least
3mm contact separation in all poles and neutral,
located within 2m of the appliance. If this fixed
wiring circuit is only supplying the cooker, then a
fuse of 13A (or circuit breaker) should be
incorporated. When the circuit combines oven
and hob, then wire and fuse rating should be
increased accordingly.
Subject to Regional Electricity Company
regulations if you wish to connect the
oven and hob to the power supply you
may use one of the following two
methods:-
b) If you wish to connect an oven and a hob to a
cooker point you can:-
l
This cooker is designed to be fitted in cabinets of
the recommended dimensions as shown (Fig. 3
and 4) without any modification to the cabinet.
l
If your cabinet interior dimension is between
565-570mm the oven may still be fitted.
However, a minor modification to the cabinet will
be required.
l
The dimensions given provide adequate air
circulation around the unit within the cabinet,
ensuring compliance with BS EN60-335.
l
Enquiries regarding the installation of the cooker
point if required should be made to your Regional
Electricity Company to ensure compliance with
their regulations.
l
The cooker point should be within 2m of the
cooker to make it accessible to switch off the
cooker in case of an emergency.
l
To protect the hands wear gloves when lifting the
oven into its housing.
i)By connecting the oven and hob separately
to the cooker point. Oven and hob units
should be separately connected to a control
panel. In this case the cooker should be
operated from 6mm² twin core, and earth,
PVC insulated multicore cable. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 1
ii)By connecting the cooker point to the hob
and then connecting to the oven. Provided
that the hob manufacturer permits it, connect
the oven to the hob and the hob to the
cooker point using the same cabling as
described in (a) above. Check the hob
terminal block is large enough to take two
cables and is of suitable rating. If not b) i)
above must be used. See Fig. 2.
NOTE: 13 amp cable is not suitable for
connecting this application.
8
Page 9
Fig. 2
NOTE: It is good practice to:
l
Fit an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker to your
house wiring.
l
Wire your appliance to the latest IEE regulations.
PREPARING CABINET FOR FITTING OF OVEN
l
Make sure the cabinet is the correct size for the
appliance to be fitted (Ref. Fig.3 and 4.)
TOOLS REQUIRED
The following tools will be needed and its helps to
assemble them before starting to install your oven:-
A terminal screwdriver (3mm wide blade)
A pozidrive screwdriver
Pliers
Wire strippers
Knife
Sidecutters
Adhesive Tape
Tape Measure
l
If the size is between 565-570mm, then the
cabinet should be modified so that at the screw
fixing points the recommended dimension of at
least 560-565mm is maintained. The modification
should ideally be localised to ensure that after
screw fitment the oven is securely fixed into
position.
l
The cabinet must be stable and level by firmly
securing it to the wall or floor. If necessary, make
arrangements to ensure the shelf upon which the
oven will rest is level.
HOW TO FINISH UNPACKING
l
Place packed cooker next to the cabinet in which
it will be installed.
l
Remove the cooker packing except for bottom
tray which should be left in position until the
cooker is ready to be fitted into its cabinet.
l
Ensure the owner is given these operating
instructions.
9
Page 10
RECOMMENDED CABINET DIMENSIONS (IN MILLIMETRES)
Fig.3 Built Under Installation.
600
560 min
570 max
550 min
5
595
5
Cross section
through
cabinet showing
oven positioned
540
5
5
570
585
Cross section
through
cabinet showing
oven positioned
600 min
570
595
600
5
540
560 min
570 max
Fig. 4 Built In Installation.
10
2000 Recommended
550 min
Page 11
MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Important: Switch off at mains, miniature circuit
breaker and, if appropriate, remove fuse before
commencing any electrical work.
PREPARING CABLE
We recommend you use a new length of cable to
ensure your safety.
l
Ensure you have the correct length of cable
appropriate to the wiring method you are using.
When fitting new cable allow sufficient cable for
removal of the unit at a later date, should it be
necessary.
l
Score, but do not cut through, around the
sheathing with a knife 100mm (4in) from each
end of the cable and break through to the
encased wires by bending the cable backwards
and forwards to fatigue the sheathing.
l
Prise cover loose using screwdriver in position
(1) then lever off with screwdriver in position (2)
at either side. See Fig. 6.
(2)
Terminal
Screwdriver
Fig. 6
lLift cover and remove screw from cable clamp.
See Fig. 7.
(1)
l
Carefully score down from each end of the cable
sheathing along the length of the bare earth wire (if a
cut was made along the length of the live and neutral
wires, it might cut into their sheathing) to the cuts
already made.
l
Carefully prise open the sheathing at each end of
the cable to expose the encased wiring.
TO REMOVE COVER OF MAINS TERMINAL
From the rear of the cooker, remove mains input
terminal cover to gain access to terminal block.
l
First remove retaining screw with pozidrive
screwdriver. See Fig. 5.
Pozidrive
Screwdriver
Cable
Clamping
Block
Fig. 7
Fig. 5
11
Page 12
CONNECTING TO THE MAINS TERMINAL
CHECKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Warning: This cooker must be earthed.
l
Make connection as shown in Fig. 8 by
proceeding as follows:-
Fig. 8
l
Preform wires to the appropriate shape to suit
fitting into the mains terminal block.
l
Strip inner insulation on wires using wire
strippers.
l
Confirm the cooker is correctly connected by
switching on and observing the various oven
functions indicators.
NOTE: HOUSE CIRCUIT
Earth leakage and continuity tests must be carried
out before the cooker is connected to the mains
supply and re-checked after fitting.
l
Twist the bared wires using pliers.
l
Cut bared wires 10mm away from the end of the
inner insulation. Where uninsulated Earth wires
are used ensure they are suitably sheathed to
leave 10mm bare wire to fit into the terminal.
l
Clamp bare wires into the relevant terminal and
check they are held by tugging each one in turn.
l
Clamp the mains cable securely ensuring 5mm of the
outer insulation is inside the terminal block and that the
wires are not taught but not so slack as to cause any
fouling. See Fig. 8.
l
Place fuse/miniature circuit breaker in circuit and
switch on at mains.
CONNECTING TO A HOB OR COOKER POINT
Warning: This cooker must be earthed.
l
Either follow in general terms the instructions for
connecting to the terminal block or refer to the
hob suppliers installation instructions.
Feed the cable through the cabinet and
arrange to route the cable away from the
cooker which may become hot.
12
Page 13
FITTING INTO THE CABINET
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the oven is switched
off at the wall before any further work is carried
out.
Using a tape measure establish the internal width of
the cabinet. Refer to page 9 if greater than 565mm.
l
Position the cooker in front of the cabinet. See
Fig. 9.
l
Take out all oven furniture before installation to
reduce the weight you need to lift. The oven door
should be taped up to keep it closed whilst lifting.
l
To place the cooker into the cabinetry follow the
procedure below:-
l
N.B. Two people will be required to carry out the
lifting procedure.
a) Each person should squat either side of the
cooker.
Fig. 9
Mains
Cable
Pack Base
b) Tilt the cooker so that your hands can support
the underside of the cooker.
c) Keeping your back straight, raise the appliance to
the cabinet by straightening at the knees.
d) Rest the rear underside of the cooker on the
cabinet floor while your hands support the front.
e) The cooker can be pushed fully into the cabinet.
Take care to avoid fouling the mains lead.
f) Ensure the cooker is central in the cabinet and
level.
g) When the cooker is fully housed, screw the
stability screws (supplied with the cooker) into
the side of the cabinet taking care not to distort
the side trims (see Fig. 10). It is advisable to turn
each screw alternately to avoid damaging the
trims.
h) Switch on the cooker then refer to the operating
instructions in the following pages.
Fixing Points
for
Stability Screws
Fig. 10
13
Page 14
INTRODUCTION
WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED
This cooker complies with Radio interference requirements of the EEC Directive 87/308/EEC
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OVEN
A
A -Automatic Timer E -Oven Temperature Control
B -Oven Indicator NeonF -Dual Grill Control
C -Dual Grill Indicator Neon
D -Selector
Thermal Grill
Dual Grill
B
C D E F
Fan Oven
14
Page 15
RATING PLATE
COOKWARE
Record the model and serial numbers on the back
cover of this instruction book from the rating plate.
This is situated on the lower front frame of the
cooker and can be seen upon opening the oven
door.
The cooker must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the cooker is
given on the rating plate.
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR OVEN
We suggest that you run all the elements for a short
period to burn off any residue from their surfaces.
During this period an unpleasant odour may be
emitted, it is therefore advisable to open a window
for ventilation.
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.
THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS
The cooling fan comes on immediately when the grill
is switched on and after a short time when the oven
is in use.
During the initial period the cooling fan may cycle ON
and OFF, this is quite normal.
It runs on after the controls are switched off until the
appliance has cooled. If an automatic programme
has been set the cooling fan does not come on until
the cook time begins.
Always allow the cooling fan to cool the cooker down
before switching off at the wall prior to carrying out
any cleaning work.
WHEN FIRST SWITCHING ON
The timer must be set to manual before the oven can
be operated. See page 17. This must be done
whenever the cooker is switched off at the wall or
when there has been a power failure.
If the oven indicator neon does not glow when the
controls are switched on, it is most likely that the
timer is set for automatic cooking.
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
When food is heated it produces steam in the same
way as a boiling kettle does. The oven is vented to
allow some of this steam to escape. However,
always stand back from the cooker 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 cooker, e.g. a trim, it will
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
normal and is not caused by a fault on the cooker.
CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEONS
These lights indicate whether the oven or grill is
switched ON. In the case of the oven, the neon also
indicates when the set temperature has been
reached.
If the neons do not operate as the instructions
indicate the controls have been incorrectly set.
Return all controls to zero and reset following the
instructions for the required setting.
When the oven is set for automatic cooking the neon
will remain unlit during OFF periods.
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces.
15
Page 16
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of oven furniture have been
supplied with the cooker.
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 grill deflector
2 straight shelves
Scuffing of the Stayclean oven lining 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.
16
Page 17
THE AUTOMATIC TIMER
ACLOCK SETTING KNOB
BSTART TIME SETTING KNOB
CSECOND HAND (RED)
H
B
START
DSTART TIME INDICATOR (GREEN)
EHOUR HAND (GOLD)
FDISPLAY WINDOW
GMANUAL SYMBOL ( )
HMINUTE HAND (GOLD)
1. TO SET THE TIME OF DAY
The clock will operate when the cooker is switched ON
at the wall.
To set the time of day, pull out and turn setting
knob (A) clockwise until the right time of day is
displayed, e.g. 9 a.m. as Fig. 1.
2. TO SET FOR MANUAL COOKING
G
F
Fig. 1
E
C
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
D
START
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
Ensure the time of day has been set as above.
Push in and turn setting knob (B) in either
direction until the green start time indicator lines
up with the hour hand of the clock.
Push in and turn setting knob (A) clockwise until
the manual symbol ( ) can be seen in the
display window as Fig. 2.
The oven temperature controls can now be
operated as required. The oven indicator neon will
glow.
3. TO SET THE MINUTE MINDER
Turn setting knob (A) clockwise, without pulling
it out. The selected minutes can be seen in the
display window e.g. 80 minutes as Fig. 3.
A period of up to 3 hours can be timed using the
minute minder. The minute minder cannot be
used when an automatic programme has been
set on the oven timer.
Fig. 2
START
B
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
A
At the end of the set time a continuous buzzer will
sound for up to 6 minutes.
Fig. 3
CLOCK
COOK TIME
17
Page 18
4. TO CANCEL MINUTE MINDER/BUZZER
Turn setting knob (A) clockwise, without pulling
it out until "0" or the manual symbol ( )
appears in the display window as Fig. 4.
START
5. HOW TO SET THE AUTOMATIC TIMER
When using the automatic timer for the very first
time, it is advisable to let it operate while you are
at home. The timer can be checked to show that
it is operating correctly and you will then feel
confident to leave a meal to cook automatically in
the future.
A) TO SWITCH THE OVEN ON AND
OFF AUTOMATICALLY
i)Make sure the electricity supply is switched
ON.
ii) Check the clock shows the right time of day
and the cooker is set in manual (see point 2).
Adjust as necessary as Fig. 5.
iii) Place food in oven.
iv) To set the length of time you want the food to
cook; turn setting knob (A) clockwise,
without pulling it out, until the required
cooking period can be seen in the display
window e.g. 160 minutes (2 hours 40
minutes) as Fig. 6.
v) Set the start time, by pushing in and turning
setting knob (B) in either direction until the
green start timer indicator lines up with the
time you want the food to start cooking e.g.
1.30 p.m. as Fig. 7.
vi) Turn the oven temperature control to the
required setting. The oven indicator neon
should be OFF.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
B
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
B
vii) When automatic cooking starts the oven
neon will cycle ON and OFF showing that the
oven temperature is being maintained.
viii) The green start time indicator will move with
the hour hand of the clock until the length of
cooking time is complete. A buzzer will sound
which can be cancelled by following point 4.
See Fig. 8.
ix) The maximum cooking time on automatic is 3
hours.
18
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
CLOCK
COOK TIME
Page 19
B) TO START COOKING NOW, THEN SWITCH
OFF AUTOMATICALLY
Follow the first 3 points under section 5 A) above,
and then:
START
iv) To set the length of time you want the food to
cook; turn setting knob (A) clockwise, withoutpulling it out, until the required cooking period
can be seen in the display window e.g. 120
minutes (2 hours) as Fig. 9.
v) Turn the oven temperature control to the required
setting. The oven neon should illuminate.
vi) The oven neon will cycle ON and OFF showing
that the oven temperature is being maintained.
vii) The green start timer indicator will move with the
hour hand of the clock until the length of cooking
time is complete. A buzzer will sound which can
be cancelled by following point 4. See Fig. 10.
6. RETURNING THE COOKER TO
MANUAL OR TO CANCEL AN
AUTOMATIC PROGRAMME
Turn the oven temperature control OFF. Ensure
the green start time indicator lines up with the
hour hand of the clock by pushing in and turning
in either direction, setting knob (B) as Fig. 11.
Fig. 9
Fig.10
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
CLOCK
COOK TIME
START
B
Turn setting knob (A) to display the manual
symbol ( ) in the display window.
Turn the oven temperature control ON to check
that the oven operates manually. The oven neon
should illuminate.
7. THINGS TO NOTE
*When an automatic programme has been set, IT
IS NOT possible to use the oven manually.
*Do not attempt to use the grill when the fan oven
has been set to automatic as overheating will
occur.
*The delay time plus the cooking time MUST not
exceed 11 hours 59 minutes.
*See page 20 for advice on automatic cooking.
Fig.11
A
CLOCK
COOK TIME
19
Page 20
6. NOTES FOR AUTOMATIC COOKING
*It is advisable to leave food in the oven for as
short a time as possible before automatic
cooking. Always ensure commercially prepared
food is well within its use by date and that home
prepared food is fresh and of good quality.
*When cooking is complete, do not leave food to
stand in the oven, but remove and cool it quickly
if the food is not to be consumed immediately.
*Always ensure food in the oven has been
covered before cooking if it is not possible to
remove food immediately after cooking.
20
Page 21
THE DUAL GRILL
USES OF THE DUAL GRILL
CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD
BE KEPT AWAY.
The grill is a dual circuit grill which means that the full area of the grill can be used or for economy purposes the
centre section only can be used when cooking smaller quantities of food.
SELECTING THE DUAL GRILL
1) Turn the selector to Dual Grill.
2) Turn the grill control clockwise for full grill or
anticlockwise for the centre section only.
THINGS TO NOTE
THE OVEN DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING
l
The dual grill operates independently of the oven.
l
The cooling fan for the controls will operate when
grilling.
l
The grill indicator neon will illuminate.
l
Do not attempt to use the grill when the fan oven
has been set to automatic as overheating will
occur.
l
The outer grill element may appear to glow
slightly brighter than the inner element. This is
quite normal.
THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE
The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
To insert the handle, press the button on the handle
with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly upwards
inserting the lip into widest part of the bracket. Move
the handle towards the left, lower into position and
release the button.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE GRILL PAN HANDLE
DURING GRILLING.
To correctly locate the grill pan on the shelf, ensure
that the cut out on the underside of the handle
bracket locates over the front bar of the shelf.
To check the progress of the food being grilled, the
grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to
food during cooking or the carrier shelf can be lifted
away from the cooker and rested on a heat resistant
work surface.
Ensure the handle is positively located.
To remove the handle, press the button on the handle with
the thumb and pivot the handle slightly upwards and
towards the right to remove from the bracket.
Ensure your hand is protected when removing
the grill pan handle as the grill element can
become very hot.
21
Page 22
HINTS AND TIPS
l
Most foods should be placed on the grid in the
grill pan to allow maximum circulation of air to lift
the food out of the fats and juices. Food such as
fish, liver and kidneys may be placed directly on
the grill pan if preferred.
l
Adjust the grid and grill pan runner position to
allow for different thicknesses of food. Position
the food close to the element for faster cooking
and further away for more gentle cooking.
Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling to
minimise splashing. Brush lean meats and fish
lightly with a little oil or melted butter to keep
them moist during cooking.
l
Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid
when grilling meats.
l
When toasting bread, we suggest that the top
runner position is used with the grid in its 'High'
position.
Shelf positions are counted from the bottom of the
oven upwards.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8-12
20-30
8-12
10-20
20-30
6-12
12-16
14-20
3-4
l
Preheat the grill on a full setting for a few
minutes before sealing steaks or toasting. Adjust
the heat setting and the shelf as necessary
during cooking.
l
The food should be turned over during cooking
as required.
22
Page 23
THE FAN OVEN
USES OF THE FAN OVEN
The oven is heated by the element around the fan situated behind the back panel. The fan draws air from the
oven, the element heats the air which is circulated into the oven via the vents in the back panel. The advantages of
fanned oven cooking are:
PREHEATING
The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without
preheating, however, you may find you need to add an extra 5-10 minutes on the recommended cooking times.
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries, scones, soufflés, etc., best results are achieved if the
oven is preheated first.
COOKING TEMPERATURES
Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking. Follow the temperatures
recommended in the chart on page 25. As a guide reduce temperatures by about 20°C-25°C for your own recipes.
BATCH BAKING
The fan oven cooks evenly on all shelf levels, especially useful when batch baking.
SELECTING THE FAN OVEN
1) Turn the selector to Fan Oven.
2) Turn the temperature control to the required
setting.
THINGS TO NOTE
l
The oven neon will glow until the oven has
reached the desired temperature and then go
out. It will cycle ON and OFF periodically during
cooking showing that the temperature is being
maintained.
TO FIT THE OVEN SHELVES
The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the
back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the anti-tilt
and safety stop mechanism will be affected.
Back of the Oven
l
The oven fan will operate continually during
cooking.
l
The interior oven light will come ON when the
temperature is selected.
l
If an automatic programme is set, the oven fan
and oven light do not come on until the cook time
begins.
Straight Rods
Frame
23
Page 24
HINTS AND TIPS
l
Arrange the shelves in the required positions
before switching the oven ON. Shelves are
numbered from the bottom upwards.
l
When cooking more than one dish in the fan
oven, place dishes centrally on different shelves
rather than cluster several dishes on one shelf,
this will allow the heat to circulate freely for the
best cooking results.
l
When batch baking one type of food, e.g. Victoria
sandwich cakes, those of similar size will be
cooked in the same time.
l
It is recommended that when baking larger
quantities the shelf positions should be evenly
spaced to suit the load being cooked. A slight
increase in cooking time may be necessary.
l
DO NOT place baking trays directly on the oven
floor as it interferes with the oven air circulation
and can lead to base burning; use the lower shelf
position. However, non-critical dishes may be
placed on the oven base when more space is
required.
l
The use of excessively high temperatures can
cause uneven browning. It may be necessary to
reduce temperatures slightly. Refer to the
recommendations given in the oven cooking
chart on page 25.
ROASTING CHART
INTERNAL TEMPERATURES Rare : 50-60°C; Medium : 60-70°C; Well :70-80°C
MEATFAN OVENCOOKING TIME
Beef160-180°C20-35 min per ½kg/1lb
and 20-35 min over
Beef,
boned
Mutton
and Lamb
Pork
and Veal
Ham160-180°C30-40 min per ½kg/1lb
Chicken160-180°C15-20 min per ½kg/1lb
Turkey
and Goose
Duck160-180°C25-35 min per ½kg/1lb
Pheasant160-180°C35-40 min per ½kg/1lb
Rabbit160-180°C20 min per ½kg/1lb
Potatoes
with meat
Potatoes
without
meat
160-180°C20-35 min per ½kg/1lb
and 25-35 min over
160-180°C25-35 min per ½kg/1lb
and 25-35 min over
160-180°C30-40 min per ½kg/1lb
and 30-40 min over
and 30-40 min over
and 20 min over
160-180°C15-20 min per ½kg/1lb
up to 3½kg/7lb then 10
min per ½kg/1lb
and 25-30 min over
and 35-40 min over
and 20 min over
160-180°Caccording to size
180-190°Caccording to size
24
Page 25
OVEN COOKING CHART
The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the
temperatures by 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirement.
Thermal grilling offers an alternative method of cooking
food items normally associated with conventional grilling.
The grill element and the fan operate together,
circulating hot air around the food. The need to
check and turn food is reduced. Thermal grilling
helps to minimise cooking smells in the kitchen and
allows you to grill with the oven door closed.
With the exception of toast and rare steaks you can
thermal grill all the foods you would normally cook
under a conventional grill.
SELECTING THERMAL GRILLING
The lower part of the oven can be used to cook
accompaniments at the same time, e.g. tomatoes
and mushrooms with a mixed grill or breakfast.
Dishes prepared in advance such as shepherd's pie,
lasagne and au gratins can be heated through and
browned on the top using the thermal grilling function.
1) Turn the selector to Thermal Grilling.
2) Turn the oven temperature control to the required
setting. (A temperature of between 140°C and
220°C is suitable for thermal grilling). Use the
grilling chart on page 27 as a guide.
THINGS TO NOTE
l
Warning: Do not Auto-time this function.
l
Thermal grilling helps to minimise cooking smells
in the kitchen and is carried out with the oven
door closed and the grill pan handle removed.
l
The oven indicator neon will glow until the oven
has reached the desired temperature and then
go OUT. It will cycle ON and OFF showing that
the oven temperature is being maintained.
l
The cooling fan for the controls may cycle ON
and OFF during the initial period, which is quite
normal.
l
The internal light will come on.
26
Page 27
HINTS AND TIPS
l
Prepare foods in the same way as for
conventional grilling. Brush lean meats and fish
lightly with a little oil or butter to keep them moist
during cooking.
l
Most food should be placed on the grill pan grid
in the 'high' position in the grill pan to allow
maximum circulation of air around the food.
l
Ensure that ready prepared or cooked chilled
dishes e.g. shepherd's pie, moussaka, lasagne,
etc., are piping hot throughout before serving.
l
A temperature range of 140-220°C and shelf
positions 3 and 4 are suitable for most foods. Be
prepared to make adjustments during cooking to
suit individual requirements. If thermal grilling on
more than one level, it may be necessary to
interchange the food on the shelves during
cooking.
COOKING TIMES
Cooking is more gentle, therefore food generally
takes a little longer to cook when thermal grilling
compared with conventional grilling. One of the
advantages is that larger loads can be cooked at the
same time.
A general guide to cooking times is given below but
these times may vary slightly depending on the
thickness and quantity of food being cooked.
l
Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed below the grid when
grilling meats, or in a separate dish on a lower
shelf.
l
Foods will cook more quickly the closer they are to the
grill element and the higher the temperatures selected.
Be prepared to adjust temperatures and shelf positions
during cooking if necessary.
Browning, e.g. augratin, lasagne,
shepherd's pie.
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
4
4
3
200
190
160
170
170
170
170
170
180
180
190
220
220
170
TIME
(mins in total)
8-12
10-15
35-45
20-25
25-35
10-20
10-15
20-30
10-15
20-30
10-15
8-10
each side
10-12
each side
20-30
depends on
size
NOTE: Shelf positions are counted from the bottom
of the oven.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
27
Page 28
DEFROSTING
USES OF DEFROST FEATURE
This function enables you to defrost most foods
faster than some conventional methods as the oven
fan circulates air around the food. It is particularly
suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be
served cold e.g. cream filled gateaux, cakes covered
with icings or frostings, cheesecakes, biscuits,
scones etc.
It is preferable to thaw fish, meat and poultry slowly
in the fridge. However, this process can be
accelerated by using the defrost function.
Small or thin fish fillets, frozen peeled prawns, cubed
or minced meat, liver, thin chops, steaks etc., can be
thawed in 1 - 2 hours.
A 1kg/2¼lb oven ready chicken will be thawed in
approximately 5 hours. Remove the giblets as soon
as possible during the thawing process.
Joints of meat up to 2kg/4½lb in weight can be
thawed using the defrost function.
ALL JOINTS OF MEAT AND POULTRY MUST BE
THAWED THOROUGHLY BEFORE COOKING.
ALWAYS COOK THOROUGHLY IMMEDIATELY
AFTER THAWING.
SELECTING DEFROST
1) Turn the selector to Fan Oven.
2) Select the defrost symbol ( ) on the temperature
control.
THINGS TO NOTE
l
The oven light will illuminate.
HINTS AND TIPS
l
Place the frozen food in a single layer where
possible and turn it over half way through the
defrosting process.
l
The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by
room temperature. On warm days defrosting will
be faster than on cooler days.
l
The indicator neon should remain unlit.
l
Care must always be taken when handling foods in the
home. Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene to
prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination when
defrosting, preparing, cooking, cooling and freezing
foods.
28
l
DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it
is defrosted. Cook raw food immediately or store
cooked food in the fridge.
Page 29
HELPFUL HINTS WHEN BUYING AND PREPARING FOOD
Care must be taken when handling foods in the
home. Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene
to prevent bacterial and microbial growth and cross
contamination when preparing, reheating, cooking,
cooling, defrosting and freezing foods.
1. Always ensure food you purchase is of good
quality and in prime condition. Shop at a reliable
source and buy the 'freshest' looking package avoid shop worn labels or produce covered in
dust.
2. Avoid buying chilled or frozen products if you
cannot store them straight away. The use of an
insulated container when shopping is advisable.
3. Buy and consume foods prior to the 'Sell by' or
'Best Before' date.
4. When you arrive home, place perishable foods in
the refrigerator or freezer immediately. Ensure
they are well covered to prevent them drying out
and to prevent any possible cross contamination
with bacteria from raw to cooked foods.
5. Follow the cooking instructions on packets of
pre-packed and cook chill foods, but be prepared
to adjust cooking times and temperatures to suit
your particular oven. For example, the Fan Oven
generally requires 20-25°C lower temperature
than conventional oven.
10. Cook meat thoroughly - use a meat thermometer
if preferred, which penetrates the joint to check
that the centre temperature has reached the
required temperature (see table below).
MEATTEMPERATURES
BeefRare - 60°C
Medium - 70°C
Well Done - 80°C
PorkWell Done - 80°C
LambMedium - 70°C
Well Done - 80°C
11. If not eaten straight away after cooking, food
should be cooled as quickly as possible (within
one hour) and then refrigerated or frozen as
required. Do not put hot food into a refrigerator
or freezer.
12. In the kitchen keep worktops, chopping boards
and utensils clean with hot soapy water between
preparation stages. Ideally, keep one chopping
board for raw meat and another for other foods.
Keep your dish cloths and tea towels clean.
6. Always ensure that cook chill foods are thoroughly
reheated until they are piping hot throughout.
7. It is preferable to defrost frozen foods slowly in
the refrigerator. Alternatively, a microwave
cooker or the Defrost function on your oven may
be used.
8. Always cook defrosted foods immediately after
thawing. Thawed food should never be re-frozen.
9. Joints of meat and poultry should be thoroughly
defrosted before cooking.
29
Page 30
CARE AND CLEANING
BEFORE CLEANING THE COOKER ALWAYS
ALLOW THE COOLING FAN TO COOL THE
COOKER DOWN BEFORE SWITCHING OFF THE
ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
CLEANING MATERIALS
Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker,
check that they are suitable and that their use is
recommended by the manufacturer.
Cleaners that contain bleach should NOT be used as
they may dull the surface finishes. Harsh abrasives
should also be avoided.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE
COOKER
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials or scourers
on the outside of the cooker as some of the finishes
are painted and damage may occur. Regularly wipe
over the control panel and oven doors using a soft
cloth and liquid detergent.
CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN/GRILL
The Stayclean surfaces inside the oven
should not be cleaned manually. See page
31 'Care of Stayclean Surfaces'.
The vitreous enamel on the oven base can be
cleaned using normal oven cleaners or aerosol oven
cleaners with care. Ensure that the manufacturers
instructions are followed and that all parts are well
rinsed afterwards.
Aerosol cleaners must not be used on Stayclean
surfaces and must not come into contact with
the elements or the door seal as this may cause
damage.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE ANY OF THE
CONTROL KNOBS FROM THE PANEL AS THIS
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND IS A SAFETY
HAZARD.
CLEANING THE GRILL DEFLECTOR,
GRILL PAN, GRILL PAN GRID AND OVEN
SHELVES
All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can
be washed in the dishwasher. Alternatively soak
them in hot soapy water if heavily soiled. They will
then clean more easily.
The grill pan and grill deflector may be cleaned using
a soap impregnated steel wool pad. The grill pan grid
and oven shelves should be cleaned using hot soapy
water. Soaking first in soapy water will make cleaning
easier.
CLEANING BETWEEN THE OUTER AND
INNER DOOR GLASS
The outer door glass is removable for cleaning.
TO REMOVE THE OUTER GLASS
1. Open the oven door slightly to gain access to the
two cross head screws on the top of the oven
door.
30
2. Loosen the two screws using a pozidrive
screwdriver.
Page 31
3. Hold the door glass securely in place with one
hand before removing the screws completely with
the other hand.
4. Using both hands, gently tilt the top of the door
glass towards you. Lift slightly to disengage the
locators from the two bottom brackets.
5. Clean the outer and inner glass using hot soapy
water or Flash Cream cleaner. DO NOT try to
clean the aluminium foil which is inside the door.
The foil is there to help keep the door cool, if it is
damaged it will not work. Ensure that all parts are
well rinsed and thoroughly dry before attempting
to replace the outer door glass.
TO REPLACE THE OUTER GLASS
1. Holding the oven glass with both hands, gently
place the locators into the holes of the brackets
at the bottom of the oven door.
2. Push the top of the oven glass towards the oven
door, ensuring the screw location holes line up.
3. Hold the glass in place with one hand and insert
the cross head screws into the location holes
with the other hand. Give the screws one turn to
ensure the glass is secure.
4. Tighten the screws positively with a pozidrive
screwdriver before closing the oven door.
DO NOT attempt to use the oven without the glass
being in place.
TO CLEAN INSIDE THE INNER GLASS DOOR
The inner glass door is not removable. Clean using
hot soapy water or Flash Cream Cleaner and a soft
cloth. Take care NOT to use abrasives as they may
damage the glass or seal.
CARE OF STAYCLEAN SURFACES
Stayclean surfaces destroy splashes of food and fats
when the oven temperature is raised to around
220°C.
It is a good idea to run the oven for an hour or two
per week without food, to ensure continued good
performance from the Stayclean finish.
HINTS AND TIPS
l
Manual cleaning of Stayclean is not
recommended. Damage will occur if soap
impregnated steel wool pads, aerosol cleaners
and any other abrasives are used.
l
Slight discolouration and polishing of the
Stayclean surface may occur in time. This does
not affect the Stayclean properties in any way.
l
A good time to allow the oven to run on is after
the weekly roast. After removing the roast, turn
the oven up to 220°C and allow to run for an hour
or so. It is important not to allow a build-up of
soilage as this can prevent the Stayclean from
working.
l
Follow the recommendations below to keep oven
soilage to a minimum.
l
Cook at the recommended temperatures. Higher
temperatures during roasting will increase soilage. Try
cooking at lower temperatures for an increased length
of time, you will save energy and often the joint is more
tender.
l
Use minimal, if any, extra oil or fat when roasting
meat, potatoes only require brushing with fat
before cooking. Extra fat in the oven during
roasting will increase splashing and soilage.
l
It is NOT necessary to add water to the meat tin
when roasting. The water and the fat juices from
the joint create excessive splattering during
cooking, even at normal temperatures, as well as
causing condensation.
l
Covering joints during cooking will also prevent
splashing onto the interior surfaces. Removing
the covering for the last 20-30 minutes will allow
extra browning if required. Some large joints and
turkeys especially benefit by this method of
cooking, allowing the joint to cook through before
the outside is over-browned.
31
Page 32
REPLACING THE OVEN LIGHT BULB
The type of bulb required is a 300C 25 watt small
Edison Screw. Part number 572 491 5431-00/1.
(Available through Tricity Bendix service centres).
CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE COOKER FROM
THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE REPLACING
THE BULB.
Open the oven door and remove the shelves to
enable easy access to the oven light assembly.
Insert a flat blade screwdriver between the oven side
and the glass which covers the bulb.
Support the glass with your hand and prise out
sufficiently to release the glass cover. Unscrew the
bulb in an anti-clockwise direction until it is possible
to remove the bulb with ease.
Fit the new bulb by turning in a clockwise direction
until it is secure. Ensuring the indent to the flange is
pointing to the rear of the oven, replace the glass by
pushing it firmly into the hole to cover the bulb
assembly.
Replace the shelves. Restore the electricity supply
and adjust the time of day and clock, as necessary.
32
Page 33
SOMETHING NOT WORKING
We strongly recommend that you carry out the
following checks on your cooker before calling a
Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a
simple one which you can solve yourself without the
expense of a service call.
If our Service Engineer finds that the problem is
listed below you will be charged for the call whether
or not the cooker is under guarantee.
The grill, oven and timer do not work.
*Check that the cooker has been wired in and
is switched on at the wall.
* Check that the main cooker fuse is working.
* Check that the timer is set to manual (See
page 17).
If you have checked the above:
*Switch OFF cooker at the wall and allow the
appliance to cool for a couple of hours.
Switch ON again. The cooker should now be
working normally.
The oven temperature is too high or low:
*Check that the recommended temperatures
are being used (see page 25). Be prepared
to adjust up or down by 10°C to achieve the
results you want.
*Care should be taken if using an oven
thermometer to check oven temperatures as
they may be inaccurate.
The following factors should be considered.
*Ensure you purchase an accurate good
quality instrument.
*Ovens will cycle about a set temperature and
will not be constant.
If the oven is not cooking evenly.
*Check that the cooker is correctly installed
and that it is level.
*Check that the recommended temperatures
and shelf positions are being used.
The grill works but the oven does not:
*Check that the timer is set to manual
operation (See page 17).
*Check that the grill control is in the OFF
position.
*If you have checked that the timer is set for
manual switch OFF at the wall to allow the
oven to cool. Check that the oven is now
working manually.
The timer/minute minder does not work.
* Check that the operating instructions are
being closely followed.
The grill does not work or cuts out after being
used for a long period of time.
* Leave the oven to cool for a couple of hours.
Check that the grill operates normally.
Ensure that the door is left open during
grilling.
The oven light fails to illuminate.
*Refer to page 32 ' Replacing the Oven Light
Bulb'.
The oven fan is noisy:
*Check that the oven is level.
* Check that bakeware and shelves are not
vibrating in contact with the back panel in the
oven.
33
Page 34
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS
HELP US TO HELP YOU
Please determine your type of enquiry before writing or telephoning.
SERVICE
It is a recommendation by the manufacturer that annual servicing of the product is done by the manufacturers
approved service organisation.
In the event of your appliance requiring service Tricity Bendix have an arrangement with Electrolux Group Service.
Before calling out an Engineer, please ensure that you have read the details under the heading 'Something Not
Working?' and have the model number and purchase date to hand. The model and serial numbers, which should
be quoted in any communication can be found on the rating plate on the lower front frame of the cooker upon
opening the oven door. It is advisable to make a note on the back cover of this book for easy reference. The
telephone number and address for service is detailed on the list headed 'Customer Service Centres'.
PLEASE NOTE that all enquiries concerning service should be addressed to your local Customer Service Centre.
CONSUMER CARE DEPARTMENT
FOR GENERAL ENQUIRIES concerning your Tricity Bendix cooker or further information on Cooking, Cooling or
Washing products, you are invited to contact our Consumer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows:
Consumer Care Department
Tricity Bendix Limited
99 Oakley Road
Luton
Bedfordshire LU4 9QQ
Tel: (01582) 585858
34
Page 35
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRES
The Regional Electricity Companies are responsible for the servicing of cookers sold by their own outlets. The
telephone numbers can be found in the telephone directory.
Service for cookers bought from other outlets can be obtained by calling the nearest Customer Service Centre on
the numbers given below. The areas are defined by Postcode for easy reference.
CENTREPOSTAL DISTRICTS
ABERDEENAB01224-696569
ARGYLLPA 24-6101369-703161
BARNSTAPLE
BORDERSTD01573-224411
BRISTOLBA BS TA SP0117-9211876
CANVEY
CARDIFFCF NP1-4, 6, 9-44,SA1-18
CUMBRIACA
DUMFRIES &
GALLOWAY
DUNDEEParkinson Cowan Gas Only01382-642828Electrolux After Sales Service
DUNDEEDD1-14
EX18-23
E EC EN N NW W WC
AL CB HA HP LU MK SG
UB WD
CM CO IG RM SS
IP NR PE14-19,30-38
Electrolux After Sales Service
BLI Service
6 Harlescott Barn
Harlescott Lane
Shrewsbury
SY1 3SY
Electrolux After Sales Service
Limberline Road
Hilsea
Portsmouth
Hampshire PO3 5JJ
Electrolux After Sales Service
John Robinson (Electrical)
Unit 74 New Enterprise Centre
King Edward Street
Great Grimsby DN31 3JP
Electrolux After Sales Service
Unit 30
Deacon Trading Estate
Morley Road
Tonbridge
Kent TN9 1RA
3838
BS680/1 - 311241905
Page 39
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS
We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if
within 12 months of the date of the
purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or
any part thereof is proved to be defective
by reason only of faulty workmanship or
materials, we will, at our option repair or
replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE
for labour, materials or carriage on
condition that:
l
The appliance has been correctly
installed and used only on the electricity
supply stated on the rating plate.
l
The appliance has been used for
normal domestic purposes only and in
accordance with the manufacturers
operating and maintenance instructions.
l
The appliance has not been serviced,
maintained, repaired, taken apart or
tampered with by any person not
authorised by us. Any servicing or
repairs carried out by any unapproved
third party will invalidate the approvals
status of this product.
l
All service work under this guarantee
must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix
service representative or authorised
agent.
l
Any appliance or defective part replaced
shall become the Company's property.
EXCLUSIONS
This guarantee does not cover:
l
Damage or calls resulting from
transportation, improper use or neglect,
the replacement of any light bulbs or
removable parts of glass or plastic.
l
Cost incurred for calls to put right an
appliance which is improperly installed or
calls to appliances outside the United
Kingdom.
l
Appliances found to be in use within a
commercial environment, plus those
which are subject to rental agreements.
l
Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture
which are not marketed by Tricity
Bendix.
l
EEC Countries. The standard guarantee
is applicable but subject to the owners
responsibility and cost to ensure the
appliance meets the standards set by
the Country of which the product is
taken. Electrolux Aftersales Service in
the Country concerned, with whom
Tricity Bendix have an arrangement, will
be pleased to advise further.
l
This guarantee is in addition to your
statutory and other legal rights.
39
Page 40
RATING PLATE REFERENCE
MAKE AND MODEL NO.SERIAL NO.DATE OF PURCHASE
IMPORTANT NOTICE
In line with our continuing policy of research and development, we reserve the right to alter models and
specifications without prior notice.
This handbook is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded and should be disregarded if
specifications or appearance are changed.