Operating Instructions 50cm Electric Cooker Contents GB Introduction, 2 English, 1 For Your Safety, 3 Installation Instructions,4 Features, 5 Control Panel, 6 Hotplate, 7-9 Grill, 10 Oven, 11-12 52 TCW HAE 51 Oven Cooking Charts, 13-14 Care and Cleaning, 15-16 Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?,17 Something Wrong with your cooker?, 18 Disposal of the appliance, 18 Guarantee Information, 19 Service Information, 20 GB
Introduction GB To the Installer: Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this book. The information can be found on the rating plate. To the User: You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference. The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation.
For your Safety When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed. PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. NEVER NEVER NEVER ALWAYS . . . ALWAYS Remove all packing from inside the oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time. ALWAYS Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
Installation WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Electrical connection Electric cookers come without a power supply cable. The cooker is designed to operate on an electricity supply which conforms to the electrical data shown on the Rating Plate. The cooker can be connected to the mains only after removing the back panel of the cooker itself with a screwdriver. N.B.: the following installation procedure must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Features GB HOB VENTILATION SLOTS 1700W 1200W 1200W 1700W Hob Hot Indicators CONTROL PANEL GRILL/MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER GRILL TOP OVEN/ GRILL DOOR INNER GLASS DOOR MAIN OVEN WIREWORK SHELF SUPPORTS "STAY CLEAN" PANEL OVEN ROD SHELVES 5
Control Panel GB MAIN OVEN THERMOSTAT INDICATOR LIGHT MAIN OVEN TOP OVEN/GRILL INDICATOR LIGHT GRILL LEFT FRONT BURNER Control Knobs The knobs for the hotplates can be rotated in either direction to provide variable heat control, the Main Oven knob can only be rotated clockwise from the Off position. Note: Always ensure that all controls are in the OFF position, when the appliance is not in use. The hob hot warning lights will operate soon after each of the heating areas have been switched on.
Hotplate CAUTION: IF AT ANY TIME A CRACK IN THE SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE IMMEDIATELY FROM THE SUPPLY. Turn the control to 6 for fast cooking. To cook more slowly or simmer, turn the control to a lower setting according to the size of the saucepan and the amount of liquid. The two small Hotplates are specially for smaller pans, low temperature cooking and simmering.
THE BEST COMBINATIONS This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for different types of hobs and cookers. Remember pans should be good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any further information refer to manufacturers’ instructions. PANS SHOULD GB Not be concave (bowed in) Not be convex (bowed out) Not be rimmed Not be deeply ridged ✓ ✗ suitable unsuitable *care should be taken when using any pans on these surfaces not to drag and cause scratching.
Choosing Your Utensils Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do not Do Do Do not not not GB use utensils with rough bases. use lightweight utensils with thin, distorted or uneven bases. use lightweight enamelled steel utensils. use cast iron utensils. use utensils with recessed, scrolled or ridged bases. use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than l mm as this will reduce the performance of the hob use a utensil with a convex base. use glass ceramic utensils.
Grill GB Grilling GRILLING MUST BE DONE WITH THE GRILL DOOR OPEN. CONTROL KNOBS MAY BECOME HOT DURING GRILLING. CAUTION: ACCESSIBLE PARTS WILL BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED - CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. To operate the grill proceed as follows: z Open the grill door. z Pre-heat the grill on setting 6 for approximately 5 minutes (see chart on guide to grilling). z Fix the grill pan handle securely in position. See below.
Oven Main Oven - Fan Cooking Using the Main Oven for Other Functions This control switches on the main oven. To select Fan Cooking - Turn thecontrol clockwise and select any temperature between 100°C and Max. As the control is turned the fan will start.The main oven light will immediately come on. The thermostat light indicates that the main oven is heating. When it turns off, the temperature inside the oven has reached the setting made with the main oven knob.
GB Points to consider when preparing food for “SLOW” cooking: 1. Make sure that the dishes to be used will fit into the oven ensuring enough room for air to circulate. 2. All dishes cooked on the slow setting will require a minimum of 6 hours, however, if they are cooked for 1 -2 hours longer then deterioration in their appearance may be noticed. 3. Never cook joints of meat over 2.7kg (6 Ib) or poultry over 2.0kg (4lb 8oz).
Oven Cooking Chart- MEAT GB Fan Oven - Meat Meat Preheat Temperature °C Beef No 160/180 25-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins over. Lamb No 160/180 20-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins over. Pork No 160/180 25-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins over. Veal No 160/170 30-35 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mins over. Chicken/Turkey up to 4kg (8lb) No 160/180 18-20 mins per 450g (1lb) + 20 mins over. Turkey 4 to 5.5kg (8 to 12lb) No 13-15 mins per 450g (1lb) at 150/160°C over 5.
Oven Cooking Chart- BAKING GB Fan Oven Cooking Food Scones Preheat Temperature °C Time in mins.
Care and Cleaning Ceramic hob Decorative Trims To reduce the amount of cleaning always ensure that the hob and cooking utensils are clean and dry before use. Regular use of cleaner conditioner is recommended for proper care and protection of the hob surface. Apply conditioner before using the hob for the first time. It contains a mild cleaning agent, so that subsequent applications may clean off soil and apply a protective film at the same time.
GB CLEANING THE DOORS Refit the door inner glass as follows. Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated with a heat reflective layer. Do not use scouring pads, or abrasive powder,which will scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical blows. Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool soap pad.
Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? GB P ob e e i in Uneven cooking front to Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below the grill element. back Fat splattering Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a temperature. en in Uneven rising of cake Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelf and adjusting, using suitable packing e.g. wood, under the feet of the appliance. This should be checked both left to right and front to back.
Something Wrong with your Cooker? GB Before contacting your Service Centre or Installer, check the problem guide below, there may be nothing wrong with your cooker. Problem Slight odour or small amount of smoke when using the cooker for the first time. This is normal and should cease after a short period. Nothing Works Is the main cooker wall switch turned on? There may be no electricity supply. Oven temperature seems too high or too low.
Guarantee GB 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer's guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
12/2009 - 195082404.00 XEROX FABRIANO After Sales Service GB No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpoint.co.