Using the conventional oven
CONVENTIONAL COOKING HINTS AND TIPS
This function uses the top and lower elements toThe middle shelf position allows for the best heat
give single level cooking. This is particularlydistribution. To increase base browning simply
suitable for dishes which require extra base
browning such as pizzas, quiches and flans.lower the shelf position. To increase top
Gratins, lasagnes and hotpots which require extrabrowning, raise the shelf position.
top browning also cook well in the conventional
oven. This form of cooking gives you theThe material and finish of the baking traus and
opportunity to cook without the fan in operation.dishes used will affect base browning.
Enamelware, dark, heavy or non-stick utensils
Y Turn the function control knob to Conventional
increase base browning, while oven glassware,
Oven shiny aluminium or polished steel trays reflect the
heat away and given less base browning.
Y Turn the thermostat control knob to the
required setting.Always place dishes centrally on the shelf to
ensure even browning.
THINGS TO NOTE
Stand dishes on suitably sized baking trays to
The thermostat control light will glow until the
oven has reached the desired temperature and thenprevent spillage onto the base of the oven and
go OUT. It will then cycle ON and OFF showingmake cleaning easier.
that the oven temperature is being maintained.Do not place dishes, tins or baking trays directly
on the oven base as it becomes very hot and
The internal oven light operate when the selectordamage will occur.
is set. If an automatic programme is set, the oven
light will come on when the cook time starts.For faster preheating use the fan oven function to
preheat the oven until the oven indicator neon
The control cooling fan will operate after a short
time and runs on after the controls are swiched offgoes out, then swich the selector to the
conventional oven setting.
until the appliance has cooled.
Single level cooking gives best results. If you
require more than one level cooking use the fan or
zoned oven functions.
Top oven element only
This function is suitable for finishing cooked
dishes, eg; lasagne, shepherds pie, cauliflower
cheese etc.
Bottom oven element only
This function is particularly useful when blind-
baking pastry or cooking pizza.
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