WINCHESTER Mk2 PRINTED BY SIMLEX . FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON. Use and Installation Instructions The cooker must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and only used in a well ventilated space. Read these instructions prior to installing or using the cooker and retain them for future reference. The Data Badge is located below the oven door. Part no.
CONTENTS CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION 2 FOR YOUR SAFETY 3 USER’S INSTRUCTIONS Automatic Cooking Electronic Clock Operation Hotplate Grill Oven Oven Cooking Chart Care and Cleaning Something Wrong With Your Cooker? 5 6 7 12 14 15 18 20 23 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 25 SERVICE INFORMATION Back Cover 1
INTRODUCTION To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY. Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting service. The guarantee is only applicable if the cooker has been installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions. The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation. When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (e.g.
FOR YOUR SAFETY Please read the precautions below before using your cooker. ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls before using the cooker. ALWAYS check that all controls on the cooker are turned off after use. ALWAYS stand back when opening oven door to allow heat to disperse. ALWAYS use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the ovens. ALWAYS keep the oven door closed when the cooker is not in use.
FOR YOUR SAFETY NEVER leave children unsupervised where the cooker is installed as all surfaces will get hot during and after use. NEVER allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the cooker. NEVER store items that children may attempt to reach above the cooker. NEVER heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to burst. NEVER store chemicals, food stuffs, pressurised containers in or on the cooker, or in cabinet immediately above or next to the cooker.
USER’S INSTRUCTIONS Grill Top Cover Grill Cover Side Panels Timer Grill Pan Grill Pan Grid Splash Back Side Trim Grill Shelf Splashback Pan Supports Hotplate Top Control Knobs Outer Side Panel Hotplate Burners Hotplate Control Fascia Oven Door Handle Ignition Button Oven Door Glass Panel Storage Compartment Plinth Panel 5
OVEN TIMER OPERATION The oven timer offers you the following features: 1. Time of Day 2. Automatic Cooking 3. Minute Minder AUTOMATIC COOKING The main oven can be controlled automatically. GUIDANCE ON AUTOMATIC COOKING 1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook. 2. Set the oven timer so that the food has just finished or is just about to finish cooking on your return to the oven. This will ensure the food has not cooled down and does not require reheating before serving. 3.
KNOW YOUR TIMER CLOCKFACE The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock. Ensure correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00 HOURS AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE. However, should you operate the timer during these hours the display will return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again. SYMBOLS will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will remain lit for the period set.
ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER OPERATION SETTING THE TIME OF DAY A U T O Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off. Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on. Minute Cook End Minder Period Time Manual Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and Auto symbol will be flashing intermittently. Step 4 Press & hold in both the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” button together.
ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER OPERATION AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:– (a) To set the timer to switch the oven(s) On and Off Automatically (b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period. a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven switches off Automatically.
ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER OPERATION Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing the Cook Period button. Note 2 When cooking automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time button. b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK PERIOD Step 1Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.
ELECTRONIC CLOCK & AUTOMATIC OVEN TIMER OPERATION TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED. Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position. Step 2 Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button. Minute Cook End Minder Period Time Manual Step 3 With the “Cook Period” button still held in, return the display to 0.00 by pressing the “–” button.
HOTPLATE The hotplate has two high speed burners and two simmering burners which will accommodate pans between 100mm (4”) and 230mm (9”) diameter. All pans should be positioned centrally over the burners. Simmering aids such as steel plates should not be used because they can cause damage to the pan supports. TO USE THE HOTPLATE 1. Check that the electricity supply is turned on. 2. Push in and turn the control knob of the chosen burner anti-clockwise to the large flame symbol.
HOTPLATE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEEP FAT FRYING 1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil or fat. 2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooling period. 3. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan. 4. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly into the hot oil or fat. Frozen foods in particular will cause frothing and spitting if added too quickly. 5. Always keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or fat.
THE GRILL The high level grill is fitted with a grill pan carrier that provides two grilling levels. The grill pan can be pulled out to safety stops for viewing and for turning the food. To remove the pan: pull it forward to the stop, lift it upwards and remove outwards. TO USE THE GRILL 1. Check that the electricity supply is switched on. 2. Insert the grill pan in the required position. 3. Push in and turn the control knob anti - clockwise to the large flame symbol.
OVEN The oven has different heat zones – the thermostat settings refer to the temperature on the middle shelf position; above this shelf it is hotter and below it is cooler. Two shelves provide five possible cooking levels enabling full use of the different temperatures inside the oven. Each shelf has a safety stop to prevent if from being pulled out too far when attending to food. Shelves are removed from the oven by pulling them out to the stop and then lifting them at the front to withdraw.
OVEN THE ‘E’ SETTING This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. USING THE ‘E’ SETTING FOR SLOW COOKING 1. All dishes cooked by the ‘E’ setting should be cooked for a minimum of 6 hours. They will ‘hold’ at this setting for a further hour but marked deterioration in appearance will be noticed in some cases. 2.
STORAGE & REHEATING OF FOOD STORAGE AND RE-HEATING OF FOOD It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth. 1. 2. 3. 4. If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a clean container as quickly as possible. Completely thaw frozen food in the refrigerator before re-heating. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven, mk 6, and then serve immediately.
OVEN COOKING CHART The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed. Allow 15 minutes preheat for best results. Always turn the thermostat knob to Mark 9 before selecting the appropriate Gas Mark. Shelf position 1 is the highest.
OVEN COOKING CHART Gas Mark Shelf Positions 5 2&4 5 2 or 3 only Victoria sandwich 2x8" (205mm) 4 2&4 Fatless sponge 2x7" (180mm) 3 egg mix 5 2 20 - 25 mins. 2 tins side by side Christmas cake 2 3 or 4 4 - 61/2 hrs depending on recipe Madeira cake 7" (180mm) 4 3 11/4 - 11/2 hrs Rich Fruit cake 9" (230mm) 2 3 3 - 31/2 hrs.
CARE AND CLEANING Switch off the electricity supply before cleaning the cooker. Clean the cooker regularly and wipe up spills after they occur to prevent them from becoming burnt on. Never use biological washing powder, caustic cleaners harsh abrasives, scouring pads, aerosol cleaners or oven chemical cleaners of any kind. To move the cooker forward, open the oven door and with both hands positioned under the roof of the compartment lift and pull forward. Replace by pushing the cooker backwards.
CARE AND CLEANING COOKER PART AND FINISH CLEANING METHOD Vitreous Enamel Grill cover top Splash back Hotplate control fascia Hotplate top Pan supports Burner caps Roasting tin Grill pan Oven baseplate Inside of the oven door Clean with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water. Paint Grill cover side panels Grill fascia Oven door sides Splash back side trims Outer side panels (oven) Storage drawer & Handle Wash with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water only.
CARE AND CLEANING COOKER PART AND FINISH CLEANING METHOD Chromium plated Oven shelves Grill shelf Grill pan handle supports Grill pan grid Plate rack (optional extra) Wipe with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water. A liberally soaped very fine steel wool pad e.g. Brillo, Ajax etc., or a chrome or stainless steel cleaner may be used. Plastic Grill fascia side cheeks Grill pan handles Control knobs and buttons Oven door handle 22 Wipe with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water.
SOMETHING WRONG WITH YOUR COOKER Before contacting your Service Centre or Installer, check the problem guide below, there may be nothing wrong with your cooker. PROBLEM CHECK Ignition does not work. If all burners fail to ignite: Check that sparks appear at the burners; a clicking noise should be heard. If not Oven burner Check that the electricity supply is turned on. If the electricity supply has failed, the hotplate burners and grill can be lit by a match.
SOMETHING WRONG WITH YOUR COOKER PROBLEM Slight odour or small amount of smoke when grill / oven used first time CHECK This is normal and should cease after a short period. Oven cooks too fast or too slow Check that the gas mark and shelf positions are as recommended in the Oven Cooking Charts. However, it may be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended setting slightly to suit your taste. Timer Display shows "0:00" with "Auto" Flashing.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustment conditions are compatible. The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the data badge which is fitted below the oven door. This appliance is not designed to be connected to a combustion products evacuation device. It must be installed and connected in accordance with current installation regulations.
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions: Height Width Depth Height to Hotplate 1460mm 538mm 590mm Excluding Handles 900mm General Gas connection Gas supply Rp1/2 (1/2" B.S.P. Female) G20 at 20 mbar Pressure Test Point Gas Rate Adjustment Aeration Adjustment Grill Injector None None Electric Flexible cord fitted with a 3 pin 13 amp plug 230/240V a.c. 50 Hz, 3A fuse NATURAL GAS MODELS LPG MODELS BURNER HEAT INPUT INJECTOR HEAT INPUT INJECTOR Hotplate L/H Front R/H Rear 3.0 kW 134 3.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SPACE FOR FIXING The cooker can be close fitted below hotplate level. This requires a minimum distance of 540mm between cupboard units of hotplate height. Cupboards or walls to the side of the cooker must be 125mm away Wall cupboards above hotplate level must also be 125mm away as shown Where cupboards or any overhead surfaces are fitted above the cooker allow a clearance of 500mm from the top of the grill to the underside of the overhead surface. 500mm MIN 125mm MIN. 125mm MIN.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING THE COOKER Unpack the components. Check that the following parts are present. Grill pan, grid & Grill pan carrier Pan supports (4) Baking dish Main oven shelves (2) Enamelled burner caps (4) Literature Aluminium burner bodies (4) LEVELLING Two rear wheels and two front feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height (900mm - 915mm) and level the cooker. 1.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FIT GRILL PAN CARRIER 1. 2. 3. Carefully locate the grill pan carrier under the grill canopy at the front. DO NOT ENGAGE IT IN THE SLOT. Support the carrier, swing it upwards at the rear and locate it in the holes in the splashback. Locate the front pegs of the carrier into the slots at the front of the grill. Carefully pull the carrier downwards until it locks into position. 1. LOCATE UNDER GRILL FRAME DO NOT ENGAGE IN SLOT. 3.
GAS CONNECTION CONNECTING TO THE GAS SUPPLY The cooker is designed to match the depth of standard 600mm work tops. An adaptor backplate should, therefore, be fitted within the shaded area shown in to allow the cooker to be pushed fully to the wall. If a forward facing backplate elbow is used it must be chased into the wall. 75 237 190 510 225 540 537 CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY Connection to the appliance should be made with an approved appliance flexible connection to BS 669. A length of 0.9 to 1.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. CONNECT TO A 230-240V A.C. SUPPLY ONLY. Connection to the electricity supply should be made via a properly earthed, readily accessible wall socket which is adjacent to, and not more than 1.25m away from the appliance and capable of electrical isolation. Should this plug not fit the socket outlet in your home it should be cut off and replaced with a suitable plug as outlined below.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONAL CHECKS After installation, check for gas soundness. The supply pressure can be checked at the grill injector. Access to the injector is by first removing the grill rear panel (4 screws) and the left hand side panel (2 screws). Then remove the 2 fastening screws on the left hand side of the burner and slide the burner off the injector. Fit the hotplate burner bodies and caps, pan supports and grill pan.
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