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MODERNE COOKER
MODEL EL 315W
INSTALLATION AND USERS'
INSTRUCTIONS
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PREFACE
Welcome to your new Electra cooker. Its stylish and practical design will enhance your kitchen and make "cooking
electric" a pleasure.
Features include a radiant hob for responsive, economical cooking with two large and two small radiant rings, full
width grill and fan assisted oven and three removable shelves.
Even if you have used an electric cooker before, it is important that you read these instructions thoroughly before
starting to cook, paying particular attention to the installation and safety instructions.
Getting Help If you have any problems with installing or operating your new cooker please contact your
Electricity Company for advice.
For your own safety, make sure that these instructions on installation, use and
maintenance are followed.
IMPORTANT We advise you to keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
If you sell or transfer ownership of this product, please pass on these instructions to the
new owner.
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TECHNICAL DETAILS
MODEL NO. EL 315
Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50Hz
Wattage: 10.0/10.9kW
Height: 900mm
Width: 495mm
Depth: 590mm
Weight: 48kg
This appliance complies with European Council Directive 72/23/EEC.
It also carries the C.E. mark.
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CONTENTS
Preface
Technical Details ................................................................................. 2
Contents
Safety
Introduction ...................................................................................... 7
Getting to Know your Cooker
The Radiant Hob
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Before Installation ........................................................................... 5
During Operation ........................................................................... 5
After Use ................................................................................... 6
General .................................................................................... 6
Rating Plate
Installation .................................................................................. 7
Reversible Oven Door ....................................................................... 8
General Notes on Using Your Cooker ........................................................ 8
About Condensation and Steam ............................................................. 8
Control Panel Indicator Neons ............................................................... 8
Cookware .................................................................................. 8
Grill and Oven Furniture ..................................................................... 9
The Control Panel ......................................................................... 10
Recommended Saucepans ................................................................. 11
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 11
Deep Fat Frying ........................................................................... 11
Preserving ................................................................................. 12
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The Grill
The Fan Oven
Oven Cooking Chart ............................................................................. 17
Defrosting ....................................................................................... 18
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Selecting the Grill .......................................................................... 13
The Grill Pan and Handle ................................................................... 13
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 14
Grilling Chart .............................................................................. 14
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Uses of the Fan Oven ...................................................................... 15
Selecting the Fan Oven .................................................................... 15
Things to Note ............................................................................. 15
To Fit the Oven Shelves ................................................................... 15
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 16
Uses of Defrost Feature .................................................................... 18
Selecting Defrost .......................................................................... 18
Things to Note ............................................................................. 18
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 18
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CONTENTS
Care and Cleaning ............................................................................... 19
Cleaning Materials ......................................................................... 19
Cleaning the Radiant Hob and Hotplate Trims ............................................... 19
Cleaning the Grill Pan, Grill Pan Grid and Oven Shelves ..................................... 19
Cleaning Inside the Oven and Grill Compartments ........................................... 19
Cleaning the Outside of the Cooker ......................................................... 19
Hints and Tips ............................................................................. 20
Something not Working? ........................................................................ 21
Guarantee
Service Call Record ............................................................................. 23
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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.
DURING OPERATION
Do not use this cooker if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.
This cooker is designed to be
operated by adults and children
under supervision. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the cooker or play with the controls.
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.
Do not try to move the cooker 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 cooker in
any way.
After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment.
This cooker 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.
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.
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.
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Always use oven gloves to remove
and replace the grill pan handle when
grilling. Recommendations given on
page 13.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven.
Ensure that the anti-tilt shelves are
put in place correctly. Refer to
instructions on page 15.
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
23.
AFTER USE
Never line any part of the cooker
with aluminium foil.
Always stand back from the cooker
when opening the oven door to allow
any build up of steam or heat to
release.
Do not place sealed cans or
aerosols inside the oven. They may
explode if they are heated.
Do not leave the hotplates switched
ON for long periods when not
covered by a saucepan. The controls
may overheat.
Ensure that all control knobs are in
the OFF position when not in use.
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.
Always switch off the cooker at its
power point and allow to cool before
any maintenance or cleaning work is
carried out.
Only clean this cooker in accordance
with the instructions given in this
book.
Your safety is of paramount importance.
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.
Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
cooker in case it is inadvertently
switched ON.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these WARNINGS contact your
local Electricity Company.
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INTRODUCTION
RATING PLATE
Record the model and serial numbers on page 23 of
this book from the rating plate. This is situated on the
lower front frame of the cooker and can be seen
upon opening the main 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.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE
EARTHED.
This cooker complies with Radio Interference
requirements of EEC Directive 87/308/EEC.
If your cooker has been damaged in transit, contact
your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt to install
it.
The cable should be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.
REAR VIEW
To move the cooker, open the oven door, and lift the
cooker by holding inside the top of the compartment.
Your cooker 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 Electricity
Company for advice.
Once the packaging has been removed the cooker
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the cooker as damage
may occur.
For your own safety, we recommend that your
cooker is installed by a competent electrician. The
installation must comply with current I.E.E.
Regulations.
The cooker must be connected to the correct
electrical supply as stated on the voltage label on the
cooker, through a suitable cooker control unit
incorporating a double pole switch having a contact
separation of at least 3mm in all poles.
The cable connecting the electricity supply to this
cooker must have conductors of sufficiently high
cross-sectional area to prevent overheating and
degradation. Six square millimetres ( 6.0mm
minimum recommended cross-sectional area.
2
) is the
This is a type Y cooker which means it is
free-standing and can be fitted with cabinets on one
or both sides. It may also be fitted in a corner setting.
Ensure that the cooker 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 all around the cooker is
required to enable the cooker to be moved into
position.
A spacer has been incorporated into the back of the
appliance to ensure an air gap of 10mm is
maintained at hotplate level. Tiles or other forms of
deep wall covering should not obscure this gap.
The cooker must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the cooker is
given on the rating plate.
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Note: Vapours from the oven vents may in time
cause discolouration of wallcoverings behind the
cooker. For ease of cleaning it may be preferable to
tile behind the cooker.
Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.
It is important to ensure that the cooker is level after
installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the front of the
cooker to accommodate uneven floors.
REVERSIBLE OVEN DOOR
If you require the oven door to be hinged on the
opposite side, you will need to contact your local
Electricity Company's Service Department. PLEASE
NOTE that a charge may be made.
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
COOKER
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces
including the vent at the rear of the hob. See note
at the top of this page.
For your safety wallcoverings at the rear of the
cooker should be securely fixed to the wall.
CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEONS
These lights indicate whether the oven or grill are
switched on. In the case of the oven, the neon also
indicates when the set temperature has been
reached. The neon will cycle 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.
COOKWARE
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.
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.
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The ovens are 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.
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GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of grill and oven furniture have
been supplied with the cooker.
1 grill pan
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
1 cranked shelf
for grilling only
3 straight shelves
for main oven
cooking
1 hob lifting tool
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER
THE CONTROL PANEL
A C E
B D
FEATURES
A - Main Oven Temperature Control
B - Main Oven Indicator Neon
C - Grill Control
D - Grill Indicator Neon
E - Hotplate Controls
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THE RADIANT HOB
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To operate the hotplates, turn the control
knob in either direction to vary the heat
setting. The highest number represents the
hottest setting and the lowest represents the
coolest setting.
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Choose a setting appropriate to the quantity
and type of food to be cooked.
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Avoid placing fish kettles or large preserving
pans across two hotplates as this may cause
damage.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality unpolished
saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
The saucepan base should cover the hotplate as
much as possible. A base diameter of up to 225mm
(9") may be used on a 180mm (7") hotplate.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans, etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
HINTS AND TIPS
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Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off
the hob to help to reduce scratches and
maintain the efficiency of the hotplates.
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Follow any guidelines provided by the
saucepan manufacturer, particularly those
relating to recommended heat settings.
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To prolong the life of the hotplates:
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Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket
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Never use an asbestos mat
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Never line the spillage tray with aluminium foil
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Never leave the hotplates ON when not
covered with a saucepan.
DEEP FAT FRYING
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 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.
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1. Preparing the food
PRESERVING
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
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.
Chips may be kept for several hours after the first
frying before finishing off with the second frying.
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.
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 from the surface of the preserve after
setting point has been reached. Marmalade
should be allowed to cool before potting to
prevent the peel rising.
6. Frying temperatures
Celsius Fahrenheit
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Scale (
C) Scale (oF)
150 300
First frying of potatoes 170 340
175 350
180 360
Second frying of potatoes 190 375
Frying chicken and fish 195 380
200 390
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THE GRILL
CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD
BE KEPT AWAY.
SELECTING THE GRILL
The conventional grill provides quick, direct heat.
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NOTE
To operate the grill, turn the grill control
clockwise to the required setting. The highest
number represents the hottest setting and the
lowest the coolest setting.
A grilling chart is provided on page 14.
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.
THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING.
The cranked shelf MUST only be used in the grilling
compartment, but a straight shelf from the oven may
be used to provide alternative positions.
Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as
the grill cleans itself.
The grill neon will illuminate when the grill control is
selected.
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.
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.
GRILLING CHART
FOOD SHELF GRILL TIME
Bacon Rashers
Adjust
(mins in total)
5-6
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.
HINTS AND TIPS
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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.
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Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the
grid when grilling meats.
Beefburgers
Chicken Joints
Chops - Lamb
Pork
Fish - Whole
Trout/Mackerel
Fillets - Plaice/Cod
Kebabs
Kidneys - Lamb/Pig
Liver - Lamb/Pig
Sausages
Steaks -Rare
Medium
Well Done
Toasted Sandwiches
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
shelf
position
and
grill
pan
grid
to
suit
different
thicknesses
of
food
10-15
30-40
15-20
20-30
15-25
10-15
20-30
8-12
10-20
20-30
6-12
12-16
14-20
3-4
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It is advantageous to 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.
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Adjust the grid and grill pan runner to allow
for different thicknesses of food.
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The food should be turned over during
cooking as required.
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THE FAN OVEN
USES OF THE FAN OVEN
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 17. 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 on three shelves.
SELECTING THE FAN OVEN
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Turn the oven temperature control to the required
setting.
THINGS TO NOTE
The fan oven indicator 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
Straight Rods
Frame
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HINTS AND TIPS
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Arrange the shelves in the required positions
before switching the oven ON. Shelves are
numbered from the bottom upwards.
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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.
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When batch baking one type of food, e.g. Victoria
sandwich cakes, those of similar size will be
cooked in the same time.
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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 see page 17.
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DO NOT use the cranked shelf from the grill in
the fan oven.
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It is possible to cook bulk loads on up to three
shelves at any one time.
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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.
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DO NOT place dishes or baking trays directly on
the oven base 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 cooked on the oven base when more
space is required.
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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 SHELF
Biscuits
Bread
Casseroles
Cakes: Small and Queen
Sponges
Madeira
Rich Fruit
Christmas
Meringues
Fish
Fruit Pies and Crumbles
Milk Puddings
Pastry: Choux
Shortcrust }
Flaky }
Puff }
Plate tarts
Quiches/Flans
Scones
Roasting: Meat and Poultry
Do not use the cranked shelf from the grill in the oven.
POSITIONS
Shelf
positions
are not
critical
but ensure
that oven
shelves
are
evenly
spaced
when
more than
one is
used
COOKING
TEMP°C
180-190
200-220
140-160
160-170
160-170
140-150
130-140
130-140
90-100
170-190
190-200
130-150
190-200
190-200
180
170-180
190-210
160-180
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DEFROSTING
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 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.
SELECTING DEFROST
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.
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Push in and turn the oven temperature control to
the defrost setting ( ).
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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.
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It may cycle ON and OFF periodically during
defrosting to maintain steady room temperature
inside the oven.
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 growth and cross
contamination when defrosting, preparing, cooking,
cooling and freezing foods.
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HINTS AND TIPS
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Place the frozen food in a single layer where
possible and turn it over half way through the
defrosting process.
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The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by
room temperature. On warm days defrosting will
be faster than on cooler days.
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DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it
is defrosted. Cook raw food immediately or store
cooked food in the fridge.
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CARE AND CLEANING
ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY
SUPPLY AND ALLOW THE COOKER TO
COOL BEFORE CLEANING
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 RADIANT HOB AND
HOTPLATE TRIMS
Clean the hob surface with liquid detergent or mildly
abrasive cream cleaner, e.g. Flash.
The hotplate trims are removable for cleaning, and
can be washed in the dishwasher, but the hotplate
spider supports should NOT be removed.
For convenience, the hob is hinged and can be
supported using the hob stay rod during cleaning.
To raise the hob, insert the tool provided into the
hole and lift the hob.
CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN AND
GRILL
COMPARTMENTS
The Stayclean surface on the rear oven panel
should not be cleaned manually.
The vitreous enamel base and sides in the grill
compartment and the fan oven base and sides 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 the
Stayclean rear oven panel and must not come
into contact with the elements or the door seal
as this may cause damage.
See Hints and Tips on page 20 for keeping oven
soilage to a minimum.
Secure in the raised position using the hob stay rod.
The spillage tray below the hotplates can be cleaned
using a soap impregnated steel wool pad.
CLEANING THE GRILL PAN, GRILL PAN
GRID AND OVEN SHELVES
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, oven doors and cooker sides
using a soft cloth and liquid detergent.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE ANY OF THE
CONTROL KNOBS FROM THE PANEL AS THIS
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND IS A SAFETY
HAZARD.
All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can
be washed in the dishwasher. The chrome hotplate
supports should NOT be removed.
The grill pan and oven shelves may be cleaned using
a soap impregnated steel wool pad. The grill pan grid
should be cleaned using hot soapy water. Soaking
first in soapy water will make cleaning easier.
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HINTS AND TIPS
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Manual cleaning of the Stayclean surface is not
recommended. Damage will occur if oven sprays
or abrasives of any kind are used.
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The Stayclean surface destroys splashes of food
and fats when the oven temperature is raised to
around 220°C.
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It is a good idea to run the oven for an hour or
two per week to ensure continued good
performance from the Stayclean finish.
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Slight discolouration and polishing of the
Stayclean surface may occur in time. This DOES
NOT affect the Stayclean properties in any way.
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Follow the recommendations below to keep oven
soilage to a minimum.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 overbrowned.
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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.
The cooker does not work at all:
* Check that the cooker has been wired in and
is switched on at the wall.
* Check that the main cooker fuse is working.
If the hotplates are slow to boil or simmer
inadequately:
* Check that the saucepans being used are
suitable. See page 11.
The oven temperature is too high or low:
* Check that the recommended temperatures
are being used (see page 17). Be prepared
to adjust up or down by 10°C to achieve the
results you want.
If the oven is not cooking evenly or the side
opening door will not stay open:
* Check that the cooker is level.
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GUARANTEE
Your Electra cooker is covered by the terms of your Electricity Company's guarantee for the period
of one year.
In the event of a defect please contact the Service Department of your local Electricity Company.
It is suggested that you record the model number, serial number and date of purchase on the
following page. The model and serial numbers of the cooker are detailed on the rating plate. This
can be found on the lower front frame of the cooker upon opening the main oven door.
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.
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SERVICE CALL RECORD
How to obtain
After Sales Service
quickly
Remember that you may be charged for a service call (even during the guarantee
period) if nothing is found to be wrong with the cooker. So always check the
instructions to make sure you have not missed anything.
Make a note of your nearest Electricity Company Service Depot and their telephone
number here:
...........................................................................................
The receptionist will need the answer to certain questions, so to save you time and
money, please have the following information ready in case you have to call us.
Your name and address ...................................................
..........................................................................................
..........................................................................................
Telephone number.............................................................
Name of the cooker............................................................
Model Number....................................................................
The serial number (shown on the rating plate)....................
The showroom where you bought the cooker......................
Date of purchase................................................................
If free service under guarantee is required, please have available proof of date of
purchase when the Service Electrician calls.
Date
In order to provide a complete service history of your cooker , please ask the Service
Electrician to record the appropriate details in the chart below.
Nature of Fault
Parts Replaced or Repaired Signature
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EL315 - 311212404
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MODEL NO. PART NO.
EL 315W
311212404
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