user manual Cooker Oven EKC6046 EIKM6047 EKC6047
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electrolux contents Contents Safety information 5 Product description 7 Before using the appliance 8 Operation 10 Programme charts 19 Hints and tips 23 What to do if… 26 Care and cleaning 29 Technical data 34 Installation instructions 35 Connecting to the electricity supply 37 Connecting to the gas supply 38 Environment 40 Guarantee / Customer care 41 The following symbols are used in this user manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the ap
electrolux safety information 5 Important safety information These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings please contact customer care. Installation The appliance must be installed according to the instructions supplied.
electrolux safety information Take great care when heating fats and oils as they will ignite if they become too hot. When you are lighting any burner check that it is lit before you leave the appliance. When turning off a burner, do not leave the appliance until the flame has gone out. Never place plastic or any other material that may melt in or on the oven. Do not leave the grill pan handle in position when grilling as it will become hot.
electrolux product description Product description Hob Control Panel Top Oven/Grill Main Oven Hob Control Main Oven Temperature Control Electronic Timer Top Oven/Grill Function Selector Control Top Oven/Grill Temperature Control Main Oven Indicator Neon Top Oven/ Grill Indicator Neon Ignition switch 7
electrolux before using the appliance Before using the appliance Rating plate This is situated on the lower front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the door. Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable). The appliance must be protected by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the appliance is given on the rating plate. Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guarantee.
electrolux before using the appliance For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the appliance should be securely fixed to the wall. 1 grill pan grid Cookware Baking trays, dishes etc., should not be placed directly against the grid covering the fan at the back of the 1 cranked shelf oven. Do not use baking trays larger than (For grilling and top oven cooking) 30cm x 35cm (12” x 14”) as they will restrict the circulation of heat and may affect performance.
electrolux operation 10 The timer 02:35 The increase and decrease control buttons operate slowly at first, and then more rapidly. They should be pressed separately. To set the countdown Key 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Cook time indicator neon End time indicator neon Countdown indicator neon Time indicator neon Decrease control Selector control Increase control The time of day must be set before the main oven will operate manually.
electrolux operation To cancel the countdown If you change your mind and want to cancel the 'Countdown', press the Selector Control button until the 'Countdown' indicator neon flashes then depress the decrease control until shows in the display. The 'Countdown' indicator will continue to flash for a neon few seconds and then return to the time of day. 0:00 11 5. Release the buttons. The 'Cook Time' indicator neon will be illuminated.
electrolux operation To set the timer to switch off only 1. Ensure the electricity supply is switched on and that the correct time of day is displayed. 2. Place food in the oven. 3. To set the length of cooking time, press the Selector Control button until the 'Cook Time' indicator neon is illuminated. Press the increase control until the required length of cooking time is displayed. Press the decrease control if necessary. 4. Release the buttons.
electrolux operation 13 The gas hob The gas hob has different burner sizes to suit different types of cooking: To ensure maximum burner efficiency only use pots and pans with flat bases appropriate to the burner size used. Larger burner (Rapid or triple crown where applicable) - use a large pan for food such as chips. Medium burners (Normal) - use for everyday cooking. Small burner (Simmer) - use for simmering foods such as soups and stews. The largest pan which you should use on any burner is 230mm (9").
electrolux operation To turn off any burner • Turn the control knob to the off position Take care to avoid burns and scalds when reaching across the hob. when turning off any burner, ensure the flame has gone out before leaving the appliance. Take extra care when deep fat frying, do not cover the pan with a lid. Do not leave a pan unattended. If the pan catches fire, leave it where In the event of the burner flames it is and turn off all controls.
electrolux operation 15 The grill To fit the grill pan handle Press the button on the handle and insert the lip into the widest part of the CAUTION: Accessible parts may be bracket. Slide the handle towards the hot when the grill is in use. Young left and release the button. children should be kept away. The grill on this appliance has been designed to heat up more quickly than conventional grill elements. It provides quick, direct heat and no preheating is necessary.
electrolux operation The top oven The top oven is the smaller of the two ovens. It is heated by elements in the top and bottom of the oven. It is designed for cooking smaller quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used to cook fruitcakes, sweets and savoury flans or quiche. The top oven is ideal for use as a warming compartment. Use the lowest setting on the top oven temperature control. Using the top oven • Turn the top oven/grill selector to top oven .
electrolux operation 17 The main oven The fan oven is particularly suitable for cooking larger quantities of food. The advantages of fan oven cooking are: Preheating The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without preheating however, you may need to add an extra 5 – 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times. For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries, scones, soufflés etc.
electrolux operation Defrost feature This function defrosts most foods faster than more conventional methods. It is particularly suitable for delicate frozen foods, which are to be served cold e.g. cream filled gateaux, cakes covered with icings or frostings, cheesecakes, biscuits, scones, etc. Using the defrost feature • Turn the main oven temperature control to the defrost setting. Things to note • The oven fan and interior light will come on.
electrolux programme charts 19 Grilling chart FOOD GRILL TIME (mins in total) Bacon Rashers 5-6 Beef Burgers 10 - 15 Chicken Joints 30 - 40 Lamb Chops 15 - 20 Pork Chops 20 - 30 Whole Trout/Mackerel 15 - 25 Plaice/Cod Fillets 10 - 15 Kebabs 20 - 30 Kidneys – Lamb/Pig 8 - 12 Liver – Lamb/Pig 10 - 20 Sausages 20 - 30 Steak – Rare 6 - 12 Steak – Medium 12 - 16 Steak – Well Done 14 - 20 Toasted Sandwiches 3-4 The times quoted above are given as a guide and should be adjusted t
electrolux programme charts Oven cooking chart The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures to suit individual preferences and requirements.
electrolux programme charts 21 Oven cooking chart continued FOOD Choux Pastry Éclairs / Profiteroles Flaky Pastry Mince Pies Pasta Lasagne etc.
electrolux programme charts Roasting chart MEAT TEMPERATURE COOKING TIME Beef/ Beef boned 160-180°C 20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20-35 minutes over Mutton/Lamb 160-180°C 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 25-35 minutes over Pork/Veal/Ham 160-180°C 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 30-40 minutes over Chicken 160-180°C Turkey/Goose 160-180°C Duck 160-180°C 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20 minutes over 15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up to 3½kg (7lb) then 10 minutes per ½kg (1lb) over 3½kg (
electrolux programme charts 23 Hints and tips Hints and tips when using the hob • Do not overfill pans or they will boil over. • Do not use pans with very heavy handles which cause the pan to tip. • Do not close the lid until the appliance has cooled down. • Do not leave accidental spillage on the hob or removable parts. The spillage should be wiped up and the parts washed and carefully dried as soon as the hob, pan supports and burner parts are cool enough to touch.
electrolux hints and tips • Ensure that food is placed centrally on the shelf and there is sufficient room around the baking tray/dish to allow for maximum circulation. • Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base and to help reduce cleaning. • The material and finish of the baking tray and dishes used affect base browning. Enamelware, dark, heavy or non-stick utensils increase base browning.
electrolux hints and tips Hints and tips when defrosting • Place the frozen food in a single layer where possible and turn it over half way through the defrosting process. • The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by room temperature. On warm days defrosting will be faster than on cooler days. • It is preferable to thaw fish, meat and poultry slowly in the fridge. However, this process can be accelerated by using the defrost function.
electrolux what to do if… What to do if… Maintenance must only be carried out by a competent/qualified person. Do not try to alter/modify the appliance yourself, as this could be dangerous. We recommend that your appliance has an annual gas safety check carried out by our approved service organisation. Please carry out the following checks on your appliance before calling a Service Engineer. PROBLEM The grill, ovens and timer do not work. The grill and top oven work but the main oven does not.
electrolux what to do if… 27 What to do if continued… PROBLEM The oven is not cooking evenly. The oven light fails to illuminate. The oven fan is noisy. The oven temperature is too high or too low. The hob burners will not light. The flame colour is orange/yellow. The burner is not igniting or only partially lighting. POSSIBLE SOLUTION Check that the appliance is correctly installed and is level. Check that the recommended temperatures and shelf positions are being used.
electrolux what to do if… What to do if continued… PROBLEM The burner sounds noisy. The burner is emitting a popping sound. Noise. POSSIBLE SOLUTION It is natural for the burners to emit noise as the gas is being drawn through the burner and may reduce as they heat up. This is a natural occurrence when the burner is alight and does not affect the performance of the burner.
electrolux care and cleaning 29 Care and cleaning Before cleaning always allow the appliance to cool down before switching off at the electricity supply. Do not attempt to remove any of the control knobs from the appliance as this may cause damage and is a safety hazard. Cleaning materials Removing and replacing the wirework runners Before using any cleaning materials on your appliance, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer.
electrolux care and cleaning Cleaning the hob 2. Cap to crown. Place cap centrally on the top of crown (enamel side Clean the hob top using a mild up). Move sideways and front to abrasive. Take care not to damage the back to check the cap is properly spark electrodes. If the spark fitted. electrodes are damaged the burners 3. Check for ignition. If a burner will will not light. not light then you need to check You can remove the pan supports, the crown and cap positions.
electrolux care and cleaning Cleaning inside the grill and oven compartments 31 • Use minimal, if any, extra oil or fat when roasting meat, potatoes only The sides and back of the grill/second require brushing with fat before oven and main oven compartments are cooking. Extra fat in the oven coated with a special Stay-clean during roasting will increase coating. They should not be cleaned splashing and staining of the manually. cavity.
electrolux care and cleaning Cleaning the door(s) To remove the Inner glass Open the oven door to gain access to the top of the oven door. Top Oven: To prevent damaging or weakening 1. Carefully pull the trim away from the door glass panels avoid the use the door and lift off. of the following: 2. Hold the door glass securely in • Household detergents and place with one hand before sliding bleaches the glass out with the other hand.
electrolux care and cleaning 33 Replacing an oven light bulb The type of bulb required is a 300°C 25 watt small Edison Screw. If the door glass panel becomes chipped or has deep scratches the glass will be weakened and must be replaced to prevent the possibility of the panel shattering. Disconnect the appliance from the Please contact your local service electricity supply before replacing force centre who will be pleased to the bulb. advise further. 1.
electrolux technical data Technical data Dimensions Height: Width: Depth: (excluding handles and knobs) Weight • • • • 900mm 600mm 600mm 66kg Space for fixing at hob level 2mm minimum clearance Space for fixing above hob level See important note 'Location of Appliance'. Minimum space above hob 750mm (If cooker hood is fitted refer to the cooker hood installation instructions.
electrolux 35 installation instructions Installation instructions IMPORTANT – Safety requirements Where applicable Natural Gas and L.P Gas versions of this appliance are available. Check that this model is suitable for the type of supply available. This appliance must be installed and/or serviced by a competent person in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations Current Editions and the I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
electrolux installation instructions Moving your appliance 36 Shelves, wall cabinets and cooker hoods must be fitted a minimum of 750mm directly above the top of the hob (or greater for cooker hoods if recommended by manufacturers instructions) and 400mm above the hob when fitted in line with the outside of the appliance.
electrolux connecting to the electricity supply 37 Connecting to the electricity supply Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Do not earth this appliance to gas supply piping. Connect to 230 - 240V AC supply only. Connection to the electricity supply must be carried out by a qualified electrician/competent person. • The electrical connection should be made using a double pole isolating switch (cooker socket) with at least 3mm contact separation in all poles.
electrolux connecting to the gas supply Connecting to the gas supply This appliance is designed to be installed with an appliance flexible connection only. Supply piping should not be less than R3/8. Connection is made to the Rc ½ (½” B.S.P.) female threaded entry pipe located just below the hob level on the rear left hand side of the appliance. NOTE: ONLY LIQUID SEALANTS TO BE USED WHEN INLET GAS PIPE IS FITTED I.E.: DO NOT USE P.T.F.E. SEALANT TAPE.
electrolux Pressure testing 1. The Rapid injector is used as a pressure test point. 2. Connect the pressure gauge to the Rapid injector. 3. Check the supply pressure by turning the Rapid burner on and one other hob burner full on and light the appropriate burner. The pressure should be either:(i) For Natural Gas 20mbar (ii) For LP. Gas. The pressure must be set to 29 mbar for use on butane or 37 mbar for use on propane. 4. Turn off the taps, disconnect the pressure gauge. 5.
electrolux environment Environment Energy save mode After installation please dispose of the packaging with due regard for safety and the environment. Your local authority can arrange this. At the end of the appliances life The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
electrolux guarantee / customer care 41 Guarantee / Customer care Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: • The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated
electrolux guarantee / customer care Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "What to do if…" When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details: 1. Your name, address and postcode. 2. Your telephone number. 3. Clear concise details of the fault. 4. The model and Serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate). 5. The purchase date.
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