Tricity Bendix SE558 Operating Instruction

OPERATING & INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS

SLIP IN ELECTRIC COOKER

SE558

PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of your
safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of
paramount importance. If you are unsure about any
of the meanings of these warnings contact the
Customer Care Department.

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be installed according to the
instructions supplied. The installation work must be
undertaken by a qualified electrician or competent
person.
The appliance should be serviced by an authorised
Service Engineer and only genuine approved spare
parts should be used.
The appliance must be installed in an adequately
ventilated room.
If the appliance is to be placed on a base, measures
must be taken to prevent the appliance from slipping.
This appliance is heavy and care must be taken
when moving it.
Do not attempt to lift or move this appliance by the
handles.
All packaging, both inside and outside the appliance
must be removed before the appliance is used.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
the appliance in any way.
After installation please dispose of the packaging
with due regard for safety and the environment. Your
local authority can arrange this.

CHILD SAFETY

Do not allow children to play with any part of the

packaging.
Do not allow children to sit or climb on the drop down
doors.
This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Young children must not be allowed to tamper with
the controls or play near or with the appliance.

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

DURING USE

This appliance is not intended to be operated by
means of an external timer or separate remote
control system.
This appliance has been designed for domestic use
to cook edible foodstuffs only and must not be used
for any other purposes.
Take great care when heating fats and oils as they
will ignite if they become too hot.
Never place plastic or any other material which may
melt in or on the oven.
Do not leave the grill pan handle in position when
grilling as it will become hot.

Always support the grill pan when it is in the
withdrawn or partially withdrawn position.
Always use oven gloves to remove and replace the
grill pan handle when grilling.
Always use oven gloves to remove and place food in
the oven.
Ensure cooking utensils are large enough to contain
foods to prevent spillage and boil over.
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.
Do not use the appliance if the ceramic glass is
damaged. If a fault or crack becomes visible,
disconnect the appliance immediately from the
electricity supply and contact your local service force
centre.
During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should
be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside
the oven.
Ensure that all vents are not obstructed to ensure
ventilation of the oven cavity.
Never line any part of the appliance with foil.
Always stand back from the appliance when opening
the doors to allow any build up of steam or heat to
release.

Never leave the appliance unattended when the
oven door is 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.
Do not stand on the appliance or on the open oven
doors.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes from the
appliance or its handles.

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

Never use steam or high pressure steam cleaners to
clean the appliance.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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.

Do not leave the cookware containing foodstuffs,

e.g. fat or oil in the appliance in case it is
inadvertently switched on.
Extreme care must be taken when using a ceramic
hob scraper.
Always allow the appliance to cool before switching
off at the wall prior to carrying out any cleaning /
maintenance work.
Only clean this appliance in accordance with the
instructions given in this book.

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CONTENTS

Important Safety Information 2
Contents 3
Description of the Appliance 4
Getting to Know Your Appliance 5

The Control Panel 5
Before Using the Appliance 6
Rating Plate 6
Preparing to Use your Appliance 6
Control Panel Indicator Neon(s) 6
Condensation and Steam 6
Cookware6
Grill and Oven Furniture 6

Electronic Time 7

The Ceramic Hob 9

Using the Hob 9
Recommended Saucepans 9
Hints and Tips 10

The Dual Grill 11
Using the Grill 11
Things to Note 11
The Grill Pan and Handle 11
Hints and Tips 12
Grilling Chart 12

The Top Oven 13
Using the Top Oven 13
Things to Note 13
To Fit the Top Oven Shelf 13
Hints and Tips 14

The Main Oven 15
Using the Main Oven 15
Things to Note 15
To Fit the Main Oven Shelves 15
Hints and Tips 16

Oven Cooking Chart 17

Oven Roasting Chart 18

Defrost Feature 19

Using Defrost Feature 19

Things to Note 19

Hints and Tips 19

Care and Cleaning 20
Cleaning Materials 20
Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance 20
Cleaning the Control knobs and Handles 20
Cleaning the Ceramic Hob 20
Hints and Tips 22
Cleaning the Grill and Oven Furniture 22
Cleaning Inside the Grill and Oven
Compartments 23
Cleaning the Door(s) 23
Replacing An Oven Light Bulb 25

Something Not Working? 26
Service and Spare Parts 27
Guarantee Conditions 28

Technical Details 29
Installation Instructions 30

To help you the following symbols will be
found in the text.

Safety Instructions.

Hints and Tips

Please read the instruction book carefully
before use and retain for future reference.

AT THE END OF THE APPLIANCE'S LIFE

The symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product may not be
treated as household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed
of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office,
your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

SLIP-IN ELECTRIC DOUBLE OVEN

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Electronic Timer

Control Panel

Dual Grill / Top Oven

Main Oven

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

THE CONTROL PANEL

A

B

C

D

E

FEATURES

A - Hotplate Controls
B - Grill/Top Oven Control
C - Timer
D - Main Oven Control
E - Hotplate Controls
F - Grill/Top Oven Indicator Neon
G - Main Oven Indicator Neon

F

G

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

RATING PLATE

This is situated on the lower 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.

PREPARING TO USE YOUR APPLIANCE

Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft cloth
and hot soapy water and wash the furniture before
use. We suggest that you run the oven elements for
10 – 15 minutes at 220
from 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.

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C to burn off any residue

CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEON(S)

The indicator neon will operate when the grill (where
applicable) or oven(s) is switched on. The indicator
neon will glow. It may turn on and off during use to
show that the setting is being maintained. If the neon
does 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.

CONDENSATION AND STEAM

When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this steam to
escape. However, always stand back from the
appliance when opening the door(s) 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 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.
For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.

COOKWARE

Baking trays, oven dishes etc., should not be placed
directly against the grid covering the fan at the back
of the main 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.

GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE

The following items of grill and oven furniture have
been supplied with the appliance.

1 grill pan

1 grill pan handle

1 grill pan grid

1 straight shelf
(for grilling only)

2 straight shelves
(for fan oven cooking)

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ELECTRONIC TIMER

Button 1 = (

Button 2 = (

( ) Bell Symbol

The electronic minute minder can also be used to
show the time of day.

Please note that this is a 24 hour clock, for example

2.00pm is shown as 1400.
In the following pages we explain how to use the

minute minder and set the time of day. Read through
them a few times until you are familiar with the
procedure.

If the appliance is switched off on the wall, or there is
a loss of power, the clock will stop and you will not be
able to use the oven.

1) TO SET THE TIME OF DAY

- ) Decrease control and minute

minder setting button

+ ) Increase control

Bell Symbol

Button 2 Button 1

Fig 1.

Fig 2.

When the electricity supply is first switched on,

the display will flash 0.00 see Fig.1
Press buttons (1) and (2) together.
Release the buttons and 0.00 will appear in the

display as Fig. 2. Within 5 seconds press

button (2). 12.00 will show in the display as Fig.

3.

Within 5 seconds press and hold either button

(1) to decrease or button (2) to increase the time

until the correct time of day on the 24 hour clock

is reached, e.g. 14.30, see Fig. 4.

Fig 3.

Fig 4.

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2) THE MINUTE MINDER

The minute minder gives an audible reminder at

the end of any period of cooking up to 23 hours

and 59 minutes.
To set press button (1) and the display will read

0.00, see Fig. 5.

Release button (1) and press and hold button (2).

The display will count up in one minute intervals

until the interval to be timed is reached, e.g. 30

minutes, see Fig. 6. If necessary press and hold

button (1) to achieve the correct time interval.

The bell symbol will show in the display.

The minute minder will begin to count down once

set. The time of day will show in the display. To

show the remainder of the cook time press button

(1).

At the end of the timed period an audible signal

will sound for up to 2 minutes. The bell symbol

will flash and the time of day will show in the

display, see Fig 7.

To stop the sound press button (1). The bell

symbol will go out and show the time of day e.g.

15.00, see Fig 8.

3) TO CANCEL THE MINUTE MINDER

If you change your mind and want to cancel the

minute minder.

Press and release button (1), see Fig. 9. Press

and hold button (1) and the display will

countdown in one minute intervals to 0.00. See

Fig 10.

Fig 5.

Fig 6.

Fig 7.

Fig 8.

Fig 9.

Release button (1). After a few seconds the time

of day will show in the display, see Fig. 11.

Fig 10.

Fig 11.

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THE CERAMIC HOB

Do not use the appliance if the ceramic
glass is damaged. If a fault or crack
becomes visible, disconnect the appliance
immediately from the electricity supply and
contact your local Service Force Centre.

USING THE HOB

• 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

Only saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids
are recommended. The saucepan base should be
approximately the same size as the cooking area.
Ensure that new saucepans are well scrubbed to
remove edges and take off any deposits left from
manufacture.
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.

NOTE:

Occasionally the heated areas may be seen to switch
ON and OFF when higher heat settings are being
used. This is due to a safety device which prevents
the glass from overheating.

Some switching ON and OFF when cooking at high
temperatures, e.g. deep fat frying is quite normal,
causes no damage to the hob and little delay in
cooking times.

Excessive switching may however be caused by the
use of an unsuitable saucepan or a saucepan which
is smaller than the heated area. If excessive
switching occurs, discontinue use of the saucepan.

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HINTS AND TIPS

• Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the

hob. This will reduce the risk of scratches and

metal marks from saucepans with aluminium

bases. Metal marks can be easily cleaned off

providing they are not allowed to burn on.

• Follow any guidelines provided by th e saucepan

manufacturer, particularly those relating to

recommended heat settings.

• Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted

saucepans. Those with uneven bases should not

be used.

• Never leave the hotplates ON when not covered

with a saucepan.

• Ensure that the hob and saucepans are clean

and dry before the start of cooking.

• Follow the cleaning instructions very closely to

keep the hob looking like new.

• If spillage occurs with sugar solutions, e.g.

jams and syrups, it must be wiped from the

hob before it sets and becomes hard

otherwise damage to the hob will occur.

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