User manual
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safety and warning instructions
safety and warning instructions
Read the following carefully to avoid an accident�
General warnings
• Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebypersons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and 
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or 
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person 
responsible for their safety� Children should be supervised 
to ensure that they do not play with appliance�
• Duringuse,thisappliancebecomeshot.Careshould
be taken to avoid touching hot surfaces, e�g� oven door, 
heating elements�
• Thisappliancemustnotbeusedasaspaceheater.
• Inordertoavoidare,theappliancemustbekeptclean
and vents kept unobstructed�
• Donotsprayaerosolsinthevicinityoftheappliance
during operation�
• Donotstoreammablematerialsinorunderthe
appliance, e�g� Aerosols�
• Accessiblepartswillbecomehotwheninuse.Toavoid
burns and scalds children should be kept away�
• Donotlinethebottomoftheovenorgrillwithfoilor
cookware.Itwilldamagetheenamel.
Grill
• Thegrilldoormustbeleftfullyopenwhilstgrillingina
separate grill wall oven�
• Thegrilldrawermustbeleftapproximatelytwonger
widths ajar whilst grilling in a separate grill underbench 
oven�
• Alwaysturnthegrilloffimmediatelyafteruseasfatleft
there may catch fire�
• Donotcovertheinsertwithfoil,asfatlefttheremaycatch
fire�
• Alwayskeepthegrilldishcleanasanyfatleftmaycatch
fire�
• Donotleavethegrillonunattended.
• Toavoidare,ensurethatgrilltraysandttingsare
always inserted into the appliance in accordance with the 
instructions�
• Donotplacethickportionsoffoodunderthegrill.Foods
may curl, catch and ignite�
• Accessiblepartsmaybecomehotwhengrillisinuse.
Children should be kept away�
Oven
• Duringusetheappliancebecomeshot.Careshouldbe
taken to avoid touching the hot surfaces inside the oven�
• Switchtheapplianceoffbeforeremovingtheovenlight
glass for globe replacement�
• Toavoidanaccident,ensurethatovenshelvesandttings
are always inserted into the appliance in accordance with 
the instructions�
• Donotusethedoorasashelf.
• Donotpushdownontheopenovendoor.
Cooktops
• Donotallowpotstoboildry,asdamagetobothpan
and cooktop may result�
• Donotoperatethecooktopforanextendedperiodof
time without a utensil on the hot plate�
• Donotallowlargecookwaretooverhangthecooktop
onto the adjacent benchtop� This will cause scorching to 
the benchtop surface�
• Iftheceramicglassisaccidentallycracked,switchoffthe
appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock�
• Donotplaceheatresistantmats,wirematsoraluminium
foil under pots or pans�
• Donotcookfooddirectlyontheceramicglasssurface.
• Donotuseroundbottomwoks,wokstandsorsimilar
utensils that could lead to over heating of hotplates and 
possible damage to the cooking surface�
Installation, cleaning and servicing
• Anauthorisedpersonmustinstallthisappliance.
(Certificate of Compliance to be retained)
• Beforeusingtheappliance,ensurethatallpacking
materials are removed from the appliance�
• Inordertoavoidanypotentialhazard,theenclosed
installation instructions must be followed�
• Ensurethatallspeciedvents,openingsandairspaces
are not blocked�
• Wheretheapplianceisbuiltintoacabinet,thecabinet
material must be capable of withstanding 70°C
• Onlyauthorisedpersonnelshouldcarryoutservicing.
(Cer
tificate of Compliance to be retained)
• Alwaysensuretheapplianceisswitchedoffbefore
cleaning or replacing parts�
• Donotusesteamcleaners,asthismaycausemoisture
build up�
• Alwayscleantheapplianceimmediatelyafteranyfood
spillage�
• Tomaintainsafeoperation,itisrecommendedthatthe
product be inspected every five years by an authorised 
serviceperson�
This appliance must be earthed.
important
IMPORTANT – Check for any damage or marks. 
Ifyoundtheapplianceisdamagedormarked,youmust
report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/
marks under the manufacturer’s warranty� This does not affect 
your statutory rights�
environmental tips
INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL FOR USERS
•Mostofthepackingmaterialsarerecyclable. 
Please dispose of those materials through your local 
recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate 
collection containers�
•Ifyouwishtodiscardthisproduct,pleasecontactyour 
local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal�
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contents
Description of your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  4
  POP663, POPS663, POP667, POP668, POPS668, 
  POP783, PPP776 OP788  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4  
PGP657, PGP659, PXP688, PXP698, 
  PDP790, PDP794 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �5
Before operating your appliance for the first time � �  6
  Setting the time � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6
  Preparing your appliance for the first time � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �6
Installing your oven accessories  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  7
  Catalytic liners � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
  Side racks � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
  Shelves and trays  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8
  Side opening door features � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �8
Using your oven � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  9
  Understanding your oven functions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9
  Cooling/venting fan  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
  Condensation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
  Operating your oven temperature selector  � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
  Pre-heating your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
  Setting temperatures � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �12
Using your cooktop � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  13
  Utensils � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
  Cooking Do’s and Don’ts  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �13
  Cleaning your ceramic hotplate � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �13
  Cooking hints � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
Cooking with your timer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  15
  2-hour “Auto Off” timer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15
Electronic clock � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  16
POP783 programmable controller � � � � � � � � � � � � �  17
Cooking guide  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
  Oven shelf location � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21
  Choosing the best oven settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �21
  Roasting meat � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22
  Roasting poultry and fish � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22
Grilling guide � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  23
  Grilling hints � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
  Guide to better grilling � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
  Fan grill � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
Dealing with cooking problems � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  24
Cleaning your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  25
  Enamel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Stainless Steel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Glass � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Oven  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Grill � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Cleaning your oven accessories � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Releasing the grill element
  Cleaning your oven door (side opening door models)  � � � � �27
Catalytic liners (where fitted) � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  28
Solving problems  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  29
Installation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  30
  Cabinet Construction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �31
  Hard Wiring details � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �34
  Door removal � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
  Cooktop cut-out dimensions (combo models) � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
  Door conversion for side opening door � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 36
congratulations
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our product� 
We are sure you will find your new appliance a pleasure to 
use and a great asset to your cooking� Before you use the 
appliance, we recommend that you read through the whole 
user manual which provides the description of the cooking 
appliance and its functions� 
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use a 
gas appliance, it is important that the appliance is installed 
correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to 
avoid misuse and hazards� For future reference, please store 
this booklet in a safe place�
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy 
place for later reference� The symbols you may see in this 
booklet have these meanings:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning 
your personal safety
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to 
avoid damaging the appliance
important
This symbol indicates important information
tips & information
This symbol indicates tips and information about 
use of the appliance
environmental tips
This symbol indicates tips and information about 
economical and ecological use of the appliance
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
 This symbol indicates never to do this 
 This symbol indicates always do this
Record model and serial number here:
Model: � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
Serial number: � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
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Description of your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  4
  POP663, POPS663, POP667, POP668, POPS668, 
  POP783, PPP776 OP788  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4  
PGP657, PGP659, PXP688, PXP698, 
  PDP790, PDP794 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �5
Before operating your appliance for the first time � �  6
  Setting the time � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6
  Preparing your appliance for the first time � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �6
Installing your oven accessories  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  7
  Catalytic liners � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
  Side racks � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
  Shelves and trays  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8
  Side opening door features � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �8
Using your oven � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  9
  Understanding your oven functions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9
  Cooling/venting fan  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
  Condensation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
  Operating your oven temperature selector  � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
  Pre-heating your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
  Setting temperatures � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �12
Using your cooktop � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  13
  Utensils � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
  Cooking Do’s and Don’ts  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
  Cleaning your ceramic hotplate � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �13
  Cooking hints � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14
Cooking with your timer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  15
  2-hour “Auto Off” timer � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15
Electronic clock � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  16
POP783 programmable controller � � � � � � � � � � � � �  17
Cooking guide  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
  Oven shelf location � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 21
  Choosing the best oven settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �21
  Roasting meat � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22
  Roasting poultry and fish � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 22
Grilling guide � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  23
  Grilling hints � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
  Guide to better grilling � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
  Fan grill � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �23
Dealing with cooking problems � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  24
Cleaning your appliance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  25
  Enamel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Stainless Steel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Glass � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Oven  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Grill � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Cleaning your oven accessories � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
  Releasing the grill element
  Cleaning your oven door (side opening door models)  � � � � �27
Catalytic liners (where fitted) � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  28
Solving problems  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  29
Installation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  30
  Cabinet Construction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �31
  Hard Wiring details � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �34
  Door removal � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
  Cooktop cut-out dimensions (combo models) � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
  Door conversion for side opening door � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 36
congratulations
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our product� 
We are sure you will find your new appliance a pleasure to 
use and a great asset to your cooking� Before you use the 
appliance, we recommend that you read through the whole 
user manual which provides the description of the cooking 
appliance and its functions� 
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use a 
gas appliance, it is important that the appliance is installed 
correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to 
avoid misuse and hazards� For future reference, please store 
this booklet in a safe place�
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy 
place for later reference� The symbols you may see in this 
booklet have these meanings:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning 
your personal safety
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to 
avoid damaging the appliance
impor
tant
This symbol indicates important information
tips & information
This symbol indicates tips and information about 
use of the appliance
environmental tips
This symbol indicates tips and information about 
economical and ecological use of the appliance
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
 This symbol indicates never to do this 
 This symbol indicates always do this
Record model and serial number here:
Model: � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
Serial number: � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 
,  P
21
Cooking with the timer–electronic control oven . . . . . . 19
Additional functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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