Tricity Bendix CSIE317 User Manual

OPERATING & INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

SLIP IN ELECTRIC COOKER

CSIE317

PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

TECHNICAL DETAILS

MODEL NO. CSIE317

Voltage: 230-240 Volts AC 50Hz

Wattage: 9.9-10.9kW

Height: 900mm

Width: 500mm

Depth: 600mm

Weight: 55 kg

This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.

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CONTENTS

Technical Details .................................................................................................................................... 2

Contents .................................................................................................................................................. 3

Preface ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Before Installation ........................................................................................................................... 6

During Operation ............................................................................................................................ 6

After Use ......................................................................................................................................... 7

General ........................................................................................................................................... 7

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 8

Rating Plate .................................................................................................................................... 8

Installation ....................................................................................................................................... 8

General Notes on Using Your Appliance ........................................................................................ 9

Control Panel Indicator Neon ......................................................................................................... 9

About Condensation and Steam ..................................................................................................... 9

Grill and Oven Furniture ................................................................................................................. 9

Getting to Know Your Appliance .......................................................................................................... 10

The Control Panel ........................................................................................................................... 10

The Sealed Hotplates ............................................................................................................................. 11

Recommended Saucepans ............................................................................................................ 11

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 11

Deep Fat Frying ...................................................................................................................................... 12

Preserving ............................................................................................................................................... 12

The Grill ................................................................................................................................................... 13

Uses of the Grill .............................................................................................................................. 13

Selecting the Grill ............................................................................................................................ 13

Things to Note ................................................................................................................................ 13

The Grill Pan and Handle ............................................................................................................... 13

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 14

Grilling Chart ................................................................................................................................... 14

The Top Oven ......................................................................................................................................... 15

Uses of the Top Oven ..................................................................................................................... 15

Selecting the Top Oven .................................................................................................................. 15

Things to Note ................................................................................................................................ 15

To Fit the Top Oven Shelf .............................................................................................................. 15

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 16

The Main Fan Oven ................................................................................................................................ 17

Uses of the Main Fan Oven ............................................................................................................ 17

Selecting the Main Fan Oven ......................................................................................................... 17

Things to Note ................................................................................................................................ 17

To Fit the Main Fan Oven Shelves ................................................................................................. 18

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 18

Oven Cooking Chart ............................................................................................................................... 19

Roasting Chart ........................................................................................................................................ 20

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CONTENTS

Defrost Feature ....................................................................................................................................... 21

Uses of Defrost Feature .................................................................................................................. 21

Selecting Defrost ............................................................................................................................ 21

Things to Note ................................................................................................................................ 21

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 21

Care and Cleaning .................................................................................................................................. 22

Cleaning Materials .......................................................................................................................... 22

Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance ........................................................................................... 22

Cleaning the Sealed Hotplates and Hotplate Trims ....................................................................... 22

Cleaning the Vitreous Enamel ........................................................................................................ 22

Cleaning the Grill and Oven Furniture ............................................................................................ 23

Cleaning Inside the Oven and Grill Compartments ........................................................................ 23

Care of Stayclean Surfaces ............................................................................................................ 23

Hints and Tips ................................................................................................................................. 23

Cleaning the Door Glass ................................................................................................................ 23

Something Not Working? ...................................................................................................................... 24

Service and Spare Parts ........................................................................................................................ 25

Guarantee Conditions ............................................................................................................................ 26

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PREFACE

Dear Customer,

Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix appliance. With our 80 years experience in
developing and manufacturing the very best in U.K. appliances, you can be assured
that you have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality product.

Tricity Bendix appliances 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.

To get the best from your new Tricity Bendix appliance, we ask that you PLEASE
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Particular attention should be made to
cooking times and temperatures, which may differ, from your previous appliance.

It is most important that this instruction book is retained with the appliance for future
reference. Should the appliance be sold, or if you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book remains with the appliance. This will enable
the new owner to be acquainted with the functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.

Please read the whole instruction book before attempting to use the appliance
ensuring you follow the recommendations given.

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SAFET

Y

THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND
THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE APPLIANCE.

PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY

BEFORE INSTALLATION

This appliance is heavy and care

must be taken when moving it.

Ensure that all packaging, both

inside and outside the appliance has
been removed before the appliance
is used.

DURING OPERATION

This appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external
timer or separate remote control
system.

Do not use this appliance if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.

This appliance is designed to be
operated by adults. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the appliance or play with the
controls.

During use the appliance becomes
Hot. Care should be taken to avoid
touching the heating elements inside
the oven.

CAUTION: Accessible parts may
be hot when the grill is in use.
Young children should be kept
away.

If the appliance is to be placed on a
base, measures must be taken to
prevent the appliance slipping from
the base.

Do not try to lift or move the
appliance by pulling the door
handles.

The electrical installation work must
be undertaken by a qualified
electrician/competent person.

It is dangerous to alter or modify the
specifications of the appliance in any
way.

Do not allow young children to play
with any part of the packaging.

Take great care when heating fats
and oils, as they will ignite if they
become too hot.

This appliance has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and
must not be used for any other
purposes.

Never place plastic or any other
material which may melt in the oven
or on the hob.

Ensure cooking utensils are large
enough to contain foods to prevent
spillages and boil overs.

After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment, your
local authority can arrange this.

The handles of saucepans which are
smaller than the heated area on the
hob will become hot. Ensure your
hand is protected before handling the
pan.

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Take care to follow the
recommendations given for tending
the food when grilling.

Do not leave the grill pan handle in
position when grilling as it will
become hot.

Always use oven gloves to withdraw
the grill pan, when grilling.
Follow the recommendations on
page 13.

Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.

Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
appliance in case it is inadvertently
switched on.

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 appliance
until it has cooled.

GENERAL

Under no circumstances should

any repairs be carried out by an
inexperienced person as this may
cause injury or serious malfunction.

Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven cavity.

Ensure the anti-tilt shelves are put in
place correctly. Refer to instructions
on pages 15 and 17.

Never line any part of the appliance
with foil. Do not allow heatproof
cooking materials e.g. roasting bags,
to come into contact with oven
elements.

Always stand back from the
appliance when opening the oven
door to allow any build up of steam or
heat to release.

Never leave the appliance
unattended when the oven doors
are open.

This appliance should be serviced by
an authorised service Engineer and
only genuine-approved spare parts
should be used.

Do not stand on the appliance or on
the open oven door.

Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the appliance or its
handle. They are a safety hazard.

Always switch OFF the appliance at
its power point and allow the
appliance to cool before any
maintenance or cleaning work is
carried out.

AFTER USE

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 appliance 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.

Only clean this appliance in
accordance with the instructions
given this book.

Your safety is of paramount importance.

Therefore, if you are unsure about any of
the meanings of these WARNINGS contact
the:

Customer Care Department
Telephone [phone]

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INTRODUCTION

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the front frame of the appliance
and can be seen upon opening the door.
Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on
the back or top of some models (where applicable).

The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is
given on the rating plate.

Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance
as this may invalidate the guarantee.

INSTALLATION

If your appliance has been damaged in transit,
contact your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt
to install it.

Your appliance left the factory fully packaged to
protect it from damage. If it is delivered without
packaging and damage has occurred, the
manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Contact
your supplier for advice.

Once the packaging has been removed the appliance
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the appliance as
damage may occur.

Connection to the electricity supply must be carried
out by a qualified electrician/competent person.

The electrical connection should be made using a
double pole isolating switch (cooker socket) with at
least 3mm contact separation in all poles. The cable
must have conductors of sufficiently high cross­sectional area to prevent overheating and
deterioration.

The cable must be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.

To move the appliance, open the fan oven door, and
lift the appliance by holding inside the top of the
compartment.

This is a type X appliance which means it is free­standing and can be fitted with cabinets on one or
both sides. It may also be fitted in a corner setting.

Ensure that the appliance is standing level.

Side walls which are above hob level should be
protected by heat resistant non-combustible material
and MUST NOT be nearer than 40mm to the hob
side.

A nominal air gap of 2mm at the sides of the
appliance is required to enable the appliance to be
moved into position. It is recommended that
proprietary trims are fitted to protect the worktops of
either side of the appliance. These are available
from most DIY stores.

Always ensure an air gap is maintained at hotplate
level. Tiles or other forms of deep wall covering
should not obscure this gap.

The recommended cross-section area is six square
millimetres (6.00mm

2

).

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Note: Vapours from the oven vent may in time cause
discolouration of wallcoverings behind the appliance.
For ease of cleaning it may be preferable to tile
behind the appliance.

Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.

It is important to ensure that the appliance is level
after installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the
appliance to accommodate uneven floors.

GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
APPLIANCE

THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS

The cooling fan will always come on when the grill
and the top oven are switched on. If they are only
used for a short period of time the fan will switch off
when the controls are turned off. If the grill or the top
oven are used for a longer period of time the fan will
run on depending on the temperature, and may turn
on and off until the appliance has cooled.
In the case of the main oven the cooling fan may not
switch on except when used for a longer period of
time. The cooling fan may run on, and turn on and
off after the control knobs have been switched off,
until the appliance has cooled.
Do not switch the appliance off at its power point
until the fan has cooled the appliance down.

GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE

The following items of grill/oven furniture have been
supplied with the appliance:

1 grill pan

We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 –
15 minutes at 220
their surfaces. The procedure should be repeated
with the grill for approximately 5 – 10 minutes.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.

o

C to burn off any residue from

CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEONS

These lights indicate whether the ovens are switched
on.

The neons also indicate when the set temperature
has been reached. They will turn on and off during
use to show that the temperature is being
maintained.

If the neons do not operate as the instructions
indicate the controls have been incorrectly set.
Return all controls to zero and re-set following the
instructions for the required setting.

ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM

When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The oven is vented to allow some of
this steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the appliance when opening the oven door to
allow any build up of steam or heat to release.

1 grill pan handle

1 grill pan grid

1 straight shelf
for grilling and top
oven cooking

If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface
on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.

To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces.

2 straight shelves
for main oven cooking

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

THE CONTROL PANEL

A

FEATURES

A - Fan Oven Control
B - Top Oven/Grill Control
C - Hotplate Controls
D - Fan Oven Indicator Neon
E - Top Oven Indicator Neon

B

DE

C

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THE SEALED HOTPLATES

BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME

Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.

· To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in

either direction to vary the heat setting.

· The highest number represents the hottest

setting and the lowest number represents the
coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to
the quantity and type of food to be cooked.

RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS

For speed and economy only good quality saucepans
with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.

To check the flatness of the saucepan, place a ruler
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look for
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base.

HINTS AND TIPS

· Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the

hob to help reduce scratches and maintain the
efficiency of the hotplates.

· Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can

cause condensation to form on the hotplates
which may lead to deterioration.

· Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan

manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.

· Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted

saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.

The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 2.5cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate.
If the base is too small, energy will be wasted,
boilovers will also be more difficult to deal with as
spillage will fall directly onto the hotplate.

Pressure cookers, preserving pans etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
Traditional round bottomed Woks must not be used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.

· To prolong the life of the hotplates:

· Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket.

· Never use an asbestos mat.

· Never leave the hotplates ON when not

covered with a saucepan.

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DEEP FAT FRYING

6. Frying temperatures

SPECIAL FRYING NOTE:

For safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan
one third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid
and DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the
unfortunate event of a fire, switch the appliance OFF
at the electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid
or damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.

DO NOT use water on the fire. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30 minutes before moving it.

DO NOT leave the fat or oil in the frying pan on the
hob to store it in case the hob is inadvertently
switched ON.

1. Preparing the food.

Seal the food by coating with flour, egg and
breadcrumbs or batter. Do not use a basket with
batter coated foods as they will stick.

2. Amount of oil.

For safety purposes fill the pan only one-third full
of oil.

3. Testing the temperature of the oil.

Celsius Fahrenheit

Scale (°C)

150

First frying of potatoes

Second frying of potatoes
Frying chicken and fish 195 380

170 340

175 350
180 360

190 375

200 390

Scale(°F)

300

PRESERVING

1. DO NOT use a pan that overlaps the perimeter of
the hob trim.

2. To allow for a full rolling boil, the pan should be
no more than one third full when all the
ingredients have been added. It is better to use
two pans rather than overfill one, or use half
quantities.

3. Use firm fruit or vegetables and wash well before
using.

It is advisable to use a thermometer to test the
temperature of the oil. Alternatively, drop a
small cube of bread into the oil which should
brown in just under a minute if the oil is at the
correct temperature of 190°C/375°F.

4. Cooking the food.

Lower the food gently into the oil. Do Not add
too much food at once or the temperature of the
oil will be reduced and may result in soggy,
greasy food.

Turn the food if necessary; doughnuts float to the
surface so will not brown on the upperside if not
turned. Once cooked, drain the food on
absorbent paper.

5. Double frying chips.

Double frying will ensure good chips. First fry the
chips for a few minutes at 170°C/340°F to seal
the outside. Remove the chips from the oil.
Increase the temperature of the oil to
190°C/375°F to finish cooking and brown the
chips.

4. Preserving sugar gives clear jam, however
granulated sugar is cheaper and gives equally
good flavour.

5. Crystallization may be caused if sugar is not
completely dissolved before bringing jam to the
boil. Over boiling will affect the flavour, setting
properties and colour of the jam.

6. To test jam for setting:

If a jam thermometer is available, boil jam to
104°C. Marmalade should be boiled to 106°C.

If a jam thermometer is not available, remove
pan from heat, place sample of jam on a cold
dish and cool quickly (i.e. in a freezer or frozen
food storage compartment of a refrigerator).
When cold it will crinkle and hold the mark of a
finger run through it, if it is at setting point.

7. The scum should be removed as soon as
possible after setting point has been reached.
Marmalade should be allowed to cool before
potting to prevent the peel rising.

Chips may be kept for several hours after the first
frying before finishing off with the second frying.

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THE GRILL

USES OF THE GRILL

CAUTION – ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE.
CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.

SELECTING THE GRILL

· To operate the grill open the grill door and turn

the Top Oven/Grill control to the required setting.

· The Top Oven/Grill neon will illuminate. It may

turn on and off during cooking.

· At lower settings the grill may turn on and off

over time and you may prefer to use these
settings for keeping food warm.

THINGS TO NOTE

THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING. IF THE DOOR IS CLOSED THE TOP
OVEN WILL OPERATE.

· If the grill door is accidentally closed during

grilling, the grill will cut out and the top oven will
operate.

· The cooling fan will operate. For more details

about the cooling fan see page 9.

· Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident

as the grill cleans itself.

· The top oven cannot be operated when the grill

is in use.

· Only the inner element will operate when grilling.

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 the widest part of the bracket.
Move the handle towards the left, lower into position
and release the button.

Ensure the handle is positively located.

When removing 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.

ALWAYS REMOVE THE GRILL PAN HANDLE
DURING GRILLING.

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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.

· 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.

· The food should be turned over during cooking

as required.

GRILLING CHART

FOOD SHELF GRILL TIME

(mins)

Bacon Rashers 1 2-3 each side

Beefburgers 1 6-10 each side

Chicken Joints 1 15-20 each side

Chops – Lamb 1 7-10 each side

Pork 1 10-15 each side

Fish Whole

Trout Mackerel 1 8-12 each side

HINTS AND TIPS

· 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.

· Adjust the height of the grill pan runner position

to allow for different heights of food.

· Accompaniments such as tomatoes and

mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid
when grilling meats.

Fillets – Plaice/Cod 1 4-6 each side

Kebabs 1 10-15 each side

Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 1 4-6 each side

Liver Lamb/Pig 1 5-10 each side

Sausages 1 10-15 each side

Steaks – Rare 1 3-6 each side

Medium 1 6-8 each side
Well Done 1 7-10 each side

Toasted sandwiches 1 1¼-1½ each

side

Shelf positions are counted from the bottom upwards.

The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.

· When toasting bread use the straight shelf in

position 1 with the grid in the high position.

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THE TOP OVEN

USES OF THE TOP OVEN

The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is heated by elements in the top and bottom of the oven. It is
designed for cooking on one level and for smaller quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used to cook
fruit cakes, sweet or savoury flans or quiche.

The top oven is also ideal for use as a warming compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot. Use a
temperature setting of 90°C – 100°C on the top oven control dial.

SELECTING THE TOP OVEN

· To operate the top oven turn the temperature

control to the required setting. Our diagram
shows the oven set to 150°C. Close the oven
door.

THINGS TO NOTE

1. The grill cannot be operated when the top oven is
in use. Only the outer part of the top oven
element in conjunction with the base element will
operate when using the top oven.

2. The top oven indicator neon will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and
then go out. It will then turn ON and OFF
showing that the oven temperature is being
maintained.

3. The cooling fan will operate. For more details
about the cooling fan see page 9.

4. Always place plates on the oven shelf to warm.
Never place dishes directly on the top oven base
as it becomes very hot and damage may occur.

TO FIT THE TOP OVEN SHELF

The shelf 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.

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HINTS AND TIPS

· All cooking should be carried out using an oven

shelf positioned in one of the shelf runners.

· The material and finish of the baking trays and

dishes will affect the degree of base browning of
the food. Enamelware, dark, heavy or non-stick
utensils increase base browning. Shiny
aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the heat
away and give less base browning.

· DO NOT use the grill pan as a baking tray as this

will increase base browning of the food.

· Because of the smaller cooking space, lower

temperatures and shorter cooking times are
sometimes required. Be guided by the
recommendations on page 19.

· Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on

the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base
and to help reduce cleaning.

· There should always be at least 2.5cm (1”)

between the top of the food and the element.
This gives best cooking results and allows room
for rise in yeast mixtures, Yorkshire puddings,
etc.

· When cooking cakes, pastry, scones, bread, etc.,

place the tins or baking trays centrally on the
shelf directly below the element.

· For economy leave the door open for the shortest

possible time, particularly when placing food into
a pre-heated oven.

· DO NOT place dishes directly onto the oven

base as it becomes very hot and damage may
occur.

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THE MAIN FAN OVEN

USES OF THE MAIN FAN OVEN

PREHEATING

The main 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. For best results when cooking frozen or cooked chilled ready meals always preheat the
oven first.

COOKING TEMPERATURES

Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking. Follow the temperatures
recommended in the chart on page 19. As a guide reduce temperatures by about 20°C – 25°C for your own
recipes, using a conventional oven.

BATCH BAKING

The main fan oven cooks evenly on both shelf levels, especially useful when batch baking.

SELECTING THE FAN OVEN

· Turn the main fan oven temperature control to

the required setting.

THINGS TO NOTE

The main fan oven indicator neon will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and then
go out. It will turn 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.

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HINTS AND TIPS

· Arrange the shelves in the required positions

before switching the oven ON. Shelf positions
are numbered from the bottom upwards.

· 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.

· When batch baking one type of food e.g. Victoria

sandwich cakes, those of similar size will be
cooked in the same time.

· 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.

· 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.

· 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 19.

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FAN OVEN COOKING CHART

The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperature
by 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements.

FAN OVEN

FOOD

Biscuits
Bread
Bread rolls/buns
Cakes: Small & Queen

Sponges 160-170 18 - 20
Victoria Sandwich positions 160-170 18 - 25
Madeira 140-150 1¼ - 1½h
Rich Fruit 130-140 2¼ - 2½h
Christmas are 130-140 3 - 4½h

Gingerbread 140-150 1¼ - 1½h
Meringues not 80-100 2½ - 3h
Flapjack 170-180 25 - 30
Shortbread 130-140 45 - 65

Casseroles: Beef/Lamb critical 140-160 2½ - 3h

Chicken 180-190 1¼ - 1½ h
Convenience Foods Follow manufacturer’s instructions
Fish but ensure 170-190 20 - 30
Fish Pie (Potato Topped) 190-200 20 - 25
Fruit Pies, Crumbles 190-200 40 - 50
Milk Puddings that oven 130-140 1½ - 2h
Pasta Lasagne etc. 190-200 40 - 45
Pastry: Choux 190-200 30 - 35

Eclairs, Profiteroles shelves are 170-180 20 - 30

Flaky/Puff Pies 210-220 25 - 40
Shortcrust Mince Pies 190-200 15 - 20

Meat Pies evenly 190-210 25 - 35

Quiche, Tarts, Flans 180-210 25 - 45
Roasting Meat, Poultry 160-180 See roasting chart
Scones spaced 210-220 8 - 12
Shepherd’s Pie 190-200 30 - 40
Soufflés 170-180 20 - 30
Vegetables: Baked Jacket when more 180-190 1 - 1½h

Roast Potatoes 180-190 1 - 1½h

SHELF

POSITION

Shelf

COOKING

TEMP (°C)

180-190
200-220
200-220
160-170

APPROXIMATE

COOK TIME (m)

10 - 20
25 - 30
15 - 20
18 - 25

depends on size

Yorkshire Puddings: Large than one is 210-220 25 - 40

Individual 200-210 15 - 25

used

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ROASTING 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 requirements.

ROASTING CHART

INTERNAL TEMPERATURES –
Rare : 50-60°C, Medium : 60-70°C, Well done : 70-80°C

MEAT FAN OVEN COOKING TIME

Beef 180-200

Beef, boned 180-200 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Mutton and Lamb 180-200 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Pork and Veal 180-200 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Ham 180-200 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Chicken 180-200 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Turkey and Goose 180-200 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up

Duck 180-200 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

Pheasant 180-200 35-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20-35 minutes over

and 25-35 minutes over

and 25-35 minutes over

and 30-40 minutes over

and 30-40 minutes over

and 20 minutes over

to 3½kg (7lb) then 10 minutes
per ½kg (1lb) over 3½kg (7lb)

and 25-35 minutes over

and 35-40 minutes over

Rabbit 180-200 20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)

and 20 minutes over

Potatoes with meat 180-200 According to size

Potatoes without meat 190-200 According to size

The roasting temperatures and times given in the chart should be adequate for most joints, but slight adjustments
may be required to allow for personal requirements and the shape and texture of the meat. However, lower
temperatures and longer cooking times are recommended for less tender cuts or larger joints.

Wrap joints in foil if preferred, for extra browning uncover for the last 20 – 30 min. cooking time.

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DEFROST FEATURE

USES OF DEFROST FEATURE

This fan oven function defrosts most foods faster
than more conventional methods. It is particularly
suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be
served cold e.g. cream filed 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

· Turn the fan oven temperature control to the

defrost setting.

· When defrost is selected, the oven indicator neon

may come ON. It will stay ON until the oven
reaches room temperature and then go OFF.

· It may turn ON and OFF periodically during

defrosting to maintain a steady room
temperature, inside the oven.

HINTS AND TIPS

· Place the frozen food in a single layer where

possible and turn it over half way through the
defrosting process.

THINGS TO NOTE

Care must always 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 defrosting, preparing,
cooking, cooling and freezing foods.

· The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by

room temperature. On warm days defrosting will
be faster than on cooler days.

· DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it

is defrosted. Cook raw food immediately or store
cooked food in the fridge, once it has cooled.

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CARE AND CLEANINGCARE AND CLEANING

BEFORE CLEANING THE APPLIANCE,
ALWAYS ALLOW THE COOLING FAN TO
COOL THE APPLIANCE DOWN BEFORE
SWITCHING OFF THE ELECTRICITY
SUPPLY.

CLEANING MATERIALS

Before using any cleaning materials on your
appliance, 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
APPLIANCE

DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials, or

scourers on the outside of the appliance as some of
the finishes are painted and damage may occur.
Regularly wipe over the control panel, oven doors
and cooker sides using a soft cloth and liquid
detergent.

THINGS TO NOTE

The red spot in the centre of the hotplates may be
removed with some abrasive cleaning agents. This
is not a fault and does not affect the performance of
the hotplates.

FOR NORMAL SOILAGE

Wipe over the hotplates and trims using a clean
damp cloth then switch to a low or medium setting for
a few minutes to thoroughly dry.

FOR HEAVY SOILAGE

Use a clean damp cloth or scourer with a cream
cleaner e.g. ‘Cif’ or a powder cleaner e.g. ‘Ajax’ on
the hotplate and trims. Follow the circular grooved
pattern on the hotplate when cleaning. Rinse off
cleaning agents thoroughly. Dry as for normal
soilage.

For more stubborn marks warm the hotplate on a low
setting for 30 seconds. Clean the sealed plate with
‘Ajax’ powder cleaner, ‘Cif’ cream cleaner or a ‘Brillo’
pad. You may have to rub hard for several minutes.

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 SEALED HOTPLATES
AND HOTPLATE TRIMS

In order to maintain the appearance of your
appliance’s sealed hotplates and trims, you are
advised to use the recommended cleaning agents
daily. If you do not allow spillages to burn on they
will be much easier to clean off.

Rinse off cleaning agents thoroughly with a damp
cloth. Switch to a low or medium setting for a few
minutes until the hotplate is thoroughly dry.

CLEANING THE HOTPLATE TRIMS

The stainless steel trims may become straw coloured
during use. Using a proprietary stainless steel
cleaner, e.g. ‘Shiny Sinks’ will help maintain a bright
appearance. Alternatively a powder cleaner such as
‘Bar Keepers Friend’ may be used regularly.

CLEANING THE VITREOUS ENAMEL

Use a clean damp cloth or scourer made for non­stick saucepans with ‘Cif’ cream cleaner.

AFTER CLEANING

To maintain the appearance of the hotplates
occasionally apply a little salt free vegetable oil or
commercial restorative agent.

To apply vegetable oil, first heat the hotplate on a
medium setting for 30 seconds then turn OFF. Pour
a very small amount of oil onto kitchen paper, apply
the paper to the hotplate and wipe off any excess oil.
Heat the hotplate on a medium setting for 1 minute.

To apply restorative agent, apply a thin coating of ‘4
Hob’ or use a ‘Minky’ Hotplate Cleaning Cloth
following the manufacturers instructions.

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CLEANING THE GRILL AND OVEN
FURNITURE

All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can
be washed in the dishwasher.

The grill pan 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.

2. Loosen the two screws using a Pozidrive
screwdriver.

CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN/GRILL
COMPARTMENTS

The vitreous enamel coating in the fan oven / top
oven and grill compartment 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.

CARE OF STAYCLEAN SURFACES

The back panel of the fan oven is coated with a
Stayclean finish. This should not be cleaned
manually.

Aerosol cleaners must not be used on Stayclean
surfaces and must not come into contact with
elements or the door seal, as this may cause
damage.

During normal use the Stayclean coating will become
splashed with fats and food residues. By running the
oven without food, the Stayclean surfaces burn off
any soilage.

CLEANING THE DOOR GLASS

To prevent damaging or weakening of the
door glass panels avoid the use of the
following:

· Household detergents and bleaches

· Impregnated pads unsuitable for non-

stick saucepans

· Brillo/Ajax pads or steel wool pads

· Chemical oven pads or aerosols

· Rust removers

· Bath/Sink stain removers

CLEANING BETWEEN THE OUTER AND
INNER DOOR GLASS

The outer door glass is removable for cleaning.

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 Hob Brite cleaner may be used with
care. DO NOT use Hob Brite on the Stainless
Steel or painted finishes. DO NOT try to clean
the 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 dried before attempting to replace
the outer door.

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.

If the door glass panel becomes chipped or
has deep scratches the glass will be
weakened and must be replaced to prevent
the possibility of the panel shattering.
Please contact your local Service Force
Centre who will be pleased to advise
further.

TO CLEAN THE INNER GLASS DOOR
PANELS

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.

Clean the inner glass door panels using a soft cloth
and hot water to which a little washing up liquid has
been added. If the inner panel is heavily soiled, Hob
Brite may be used. Do not use abrasive cleaning
materials on the door glass. Ensure that all parts are
well rinsed and thoroughly dried before attempting to
replace the glass.

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING?

We strongly recommend that you carry out the
following checks on your appliance 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 appliance is under guarantee.

The appliance does not work at all:

* Check that the appliance has been wired in

and is switched on at the wall.

* Check that the main appliance fuse is

working.

The following factors should be considered.

* Ensure you purchase an accurate good quality

instrument.

* The oven will cycle about a set temperature

and will not be constant.

If the oven is not cooking evenly or the side
opening door will not stay open:

* Check that the appliance is level.

* Check that the recommended temperatures

and shelf positions are being used.

The hotplates and oven work but the grill does
not:

* Check that you have carefully followed the

instructions for the operation of the grill.

The grill does not work:

* Check that the grill door is left open during

grilling.

The oven temperature is too high or too low:

* Check that the recommended temperatures are

being used (see page 19). Be prepared to
adjust up the temperature up or down by 10°C
to achieve the results you want.

The fan oven 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.

* Care should be taken when using an oven

thermometer to check oven temperatures as
they may be inaccurate.

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SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local
Service Force Centre by telephoning:-

0870 5 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.

For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the
website at www.serviceforce.co.uk.

Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "Something Not
Working"?

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details:

1. Your name, address and post code.

2. Your telephone number.

3. Clear and concise details of the fault.

4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate).

5. The purchase date.

Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in-guarantee service
calls.

CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT

For general enquires concerning your Tricity Bendix appliance, or for further information on Tricity Bendix products,
please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below;

Customer Care Department
Tricity Bendix
55 – 77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: [phone] (*)

*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

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GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

Standard 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 CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:

· The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating

plate.

· The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the

manufacturer’s instructions.

· The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person

not authorised by us.

· All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service Force Centre.

· Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company’s property.

· This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these
hours in which case a premium will be charged.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

· Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs

or removable parts of glass or plastic.

· Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances

outside the United Kingdom.

· Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental

agreements.

· Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are not marketed by Tricity Bendix.

European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home
subject to the following qualifications:

· The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.

· The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new

country of use for this brand or range of products.

· This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

· Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

· The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a

normal household.

· The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your
new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look
after you and your appliances.

France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nürnberg [phone]
Italy Pordernone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Slough [phone]

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NOTES

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Tricity Bendix, 55-77 High Street, Slough, Berkshire SL1 1DZ

Consumer care telephone number 08705 950950

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 instruction booklet is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded if specifications or
appearance are changed.

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© Electrolux plc 2002