RATING PLATETHE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS
This is situated on the lower front frame of theThe cooling fan comes on immediately when the grill
appliance and can be seen upon opening the door.is switched on and after a short time when the oven
Alternatively the rating plate may also be found onis in use.
the back or top of some models (where applicable).
During the initial period the cooling fan may turn ON
The appliance must be protected by a suitably ratedand OFF, this is quite normal.
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is
Do not switch off the appliance at its power point
given on the rating plate.
before the cooling fan has cooled the appliance
down.
Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance
as this may invalidate the guarantee.
CONTROL PANEL INDICATOR NEON
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOURThe light indicates whether the grill or oven is
OVENswitched ON. In the case of the oven, the neon also
indicates when the set temperature has been
reached.
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 -
o
15 minutes at 220C to burn off any residue from
If the neon does not operate as the instructions
their surfaces. The procedure should be repeated
indicate the controls have been incorrectly set.
with the grill for approximately 5 - 10 minutes.
Return all controls to zero and re-set following the
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
instructions for the required setting.
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.
HELPFUL HINTS WHEN BUYING AND
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
PREPEARING FOOD
When food is heated it produces steam in the same
way as a boiling kettle does. The oven is vented to
Care must be taken when handling foods in the
allow some of this steam to escape. However,
home. Always follow the basic rules of food hygiene
always stand back from the appliance when openingto prevent bacterial and microbial growth and cross
the oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat
contamination when preparing, reheating, cooking,
to release.
cooling, defrosting and freezing foods:-
If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface
on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will
1. Avoid buying chilled or frozen products if you
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
cannot store them straight away. The use of an
normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.
insulated container when shopping is advisable.
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces.
2. When you arrive home, place perishable foods in
COOKWAREthe refrigerator or freezer immediately. Ensure
they are well covered to prevent them drying out
Baking trays, oven dishes etc., should not be placed
and to prevent any possible cross contamination
directly against the grid covering the fan at the back
with bacteria from raw to cooked foods.
of the oven.
Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x 35cm
3. In the kitchen keep work tops, chopping boards
(12? x 14?) as they will restrict the circulation of heat
and utensils clean with hot soapy water between
and may affect performance.
preparation stages. Ideally, keep one chopping
board for raw meat and another for other foods.
Keep your dish cloths and tea towels clean.
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