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factory lubricants that might impart unpleasant smells
to the meals being cooked. A non-toxic smoke may
occur when using for the rst time so open any windows
and turn on mechanical ventilators to help remove the
smoke.
Always ensure food is properly cooked prior to serving.
Oven Temperature Control
The temperature in the oven is controlled by a
thermostatic gas tap and is variable over the range
130°C to 240°C. Approximate temperatures for the
settings on the control knob are shown in the table
below. The temperatures indicated refer to the centre of
the oven and at any particular setting the oven will be
hotter at the top and cooler towards the base.
The variation between top and centre, and centre to
bottom is approximately equivalent to one gas mark.
Good use can be made of the temperature variation in
several dishes requiring different temperatures may be
cooked at the same time. In this way maximum benet
can be obtained from the gas used to heat the oven.
Care should be taken not to overload the oven, adequate
spacing being used to allow free circulation for heat.
Cooking Guidelines
Best results will be obtained by using the shelf positions
in this guide. Although the oven heats up quickly, it is
recommended a 10 minute preheat be allowed. The oven
should reach full temperature in 15-20 minutes.
Most cookery books give details of the shelf positions
and gas mark settings for each recipe. If in doubt about a
recipe you intend to use, study the recipe carefully then
nd a similar dish in our guide below and use our shelf
position and gas mark setting recommendation. Shelf
positions are from the top down. When roasting with
aluminium foil care must be taken that the foil does not
impair circulation or block the oven ue outlet.
Do’s and Dont’s
DO Read the user instructions carefully before using the
appliance for the rst time.
Do Allow the oven to heat before using for the rst time,
in order to expel any smells before the introduction of
food.
DO Clean the appliance regularly
DO Remove spills as soon as they occur.
DO Always use oven gloves when removing food shelves
and trays from the oven.
DO Check that controls are in the off position when
nished.
DO NOT Allow children near the cooker when in use. Turn
pan handles away from the front so that they cannot be
caught accidentally.
DO NOT Allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays
or base.
DO NOT Use abrasive cleaners or powders that will
scratch the surface of the appliance.
DO NOT Under any circumstances use the oven as a
space heater.
DO NOT Put heavy objects onto open grill and oven
doors.