TECHNICAL DETAILS MODEL NO. CASSIE 500 Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50Hz Wattage: kW Height: 900mm Width: 800mm Depth: 598mm This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC. EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
CONTENTS Technical Details .. Contents Preface Safety Before Installation During Operation After Use General Introduction Rating Plate Installation .. General Notes on Using Your Cooker About Condensation and Steam .. The Cooling Fan for the Controls | Central Panel Indicator Eons .. Cookware Grill and Oven Furniture Getting to Know your Cooker The Control Panel The Timer The Ceramic Ha ob Recommended Saucepans . Hints and Tips .. Hot Hob Indicator Deep Fat Frying Preserving The Grill 16 Uses of the Grill .
CONTENTS Defrosting Uses of Defrost Feature Selecting Defrost Things to Note . Hints and Tips Care and Cleaning .. .. Cleaning Materials Cleaning the Ceramic Hob . Hints and Tips Cleaning the Outside of the Cooker Cleaning the Grill Deflector, Grill Pan, Grill Pan Grid and Oven Shelves Cleaning Inside the Oven and Grill Compartments . Care of Stay clean Surfaces Hints and Tips Cleaning between the Outer and Inner Door Glass . Replacing the Oven Light Bulb Something Not Working? Service and Spare Parts .
PREFACE Dear Customer, Thank you for buying a Trinity Bendix ocker. With our 80 years experience in developing and manufacturing the very best in U.K. cookers, you can be assured that you have purchased a hard working, reliable, quality product. Trinity Bendix cookers comply with British Standard safety and performance requirements. They have been approved by BEAN (British Electronically Approvals Board) and are covered by a 12 month parts and labor guarantee.
SAFETY THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY. ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE COOKER. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION This cooker is heavy and care must be taken when moving it. Ensure that all packaging, both inside and outside the cooker has been removed before the appliance is used. Do not try to move the cooker by pulling the door handles. The electrical installation work must be undertaken by a qualified electrician / competent person.
Ensure that you support the grill pan when iris in the withdrawn or partially withdrawn position. Ensure that all veins are left unobstructed to ensure ventilation of the oven. Ensure that the anti-tilt shelves arg put in place correctly. Refer to instructions on pages 18 and 20. Never line any part of the cooker with aluminum foil. Always stand back from the cooker whether opening the oven door to allow /A any build up of steam or heat to release. Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the oven.
INTRODUCTION WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED RATING PLATE Record the model, product and serial numbers on the back cover of this book from the rating plate. This is situated on the lower front frame of the cooker and can be seen upon opening the main oven door. MAGE IN BRITAIN TRINITY ENC LRI A1 product w0 s kxkxwx LRI Seal %o kook ks I HEREINAFTER VOLTAGE XHs e The cooker must be protected by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the canker is given on the rating plate.
Note: Va pours from the oven veins may in time cause discoloration of wall coverings behind the cooker. For ease of cleaning it may be preferable fo tile behind the cooker. Q Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a minimum of 685mm above the hob. [ a5 4 important to ensure that the cooker is level after installation. Leveling feet are fitted to the cooker to accommodate uneven floors.
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE The following items of grill and oven furniture have been supplied with the canker. 1 grill pan 1 grill pan handier 1 grill pan grid 1 grill deflector 1 cranked shelf for grilling and top oven cooking only 2 straight shelves for main oven cooking The grill deflector sits above the grill element and prevents fat splashing onto the grill roof.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER THE CONTROL PANEL mouthy G o s mower mower immerse =COUNTDOWN FEATURES Timer Main Oven Temperature Control Main Oven Indicator Neon Top Oven / Grill Control Top Oven / Grill Indicator Neon Hotplate Controls Moo w»
THE TIMER Please note that this is a 24 hour clack, for example 2.00 pm is shown as 1400, in the following pages we explain how 1o set the controls. Read through them a few times until you are familiar with the procedure. if the cooker is switched off on the wall, or there is a loss of power, the clock will stop and you will not be able to use the main oven. When you first switch the electricity supply on, the timer display will flash.
SETTING THE CONTROLS FOR AUTOMATIC USE This is very easy. All you have to do is work through the steps below. The clock will work out the rest for itself, 1 s the electricity supply on? 2 Checklist To adjust turn the selector knob showing the to ‘manual’ then turn fo Time correct ime? setting. Turn the setting knee in either direction. 3 How long will Turn the selector knob 1o ‘cook the food take time'.
THE CERAMIC HOB CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE COOKER IF THE CERAMIC GLASS IS DAMAGED. IF A FAULT OR CRACK BECOMES VISIBLE DURING COOKING, DISCONNECT THE COOKER IMMEDIATELY FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND CONTACT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. USING THE HOB OMEN PROGRAMMER MAN OVEN TOR OVEN { GRILL warn ooy rnw L mw L CTO ® Turn the contra knob in either direction to vary the heat sating. The highest number represents the hottest setting and the lowest the coolest setting.
To prolong the life of plainclothes Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket. o Never use an asbestos mat. ¢ Never leave the hotplates ON when not covered with a saucepan. Ensure that hob and saucepans are dean and dry before the start of cooking 1o reduce cleaning. Follow the cleaning instructions very closely to keep the hob looking like new. If spillage occurs with sugar solutions, e.g.
THE GRILL USES OF THE GRILL CAUTION ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. SELECTING THE GRILL GEN PROGRAMMER HANOVER TOR OVEN {BELL noontime | ™ iy pan um A scoundrel 4F COOKIE 2 ‘ BEDTIME o 0o NATIONALISTIC ik LT PRINT LEFT FRONT RIGHT ens operate the grill open the grill door and wrn the top oven/grill control clockwise so that '0' on the control knot lines up with sating Setting 3 represents the hottest setting.
To check the progress of the food being grilled, the girl pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to food during cooking. HINTS AND TIPS # The cranked shelf must only be used in the grill / top oven compartment, but a straight shelf from the main oven may be used 1o provide alternative positions. # Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling © minimize splashing. Brush lean meats and fish fitly with a little olf or melted butter to keep them moist during cooking.
THE TOP OVEN USES OF 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 on one level and for small quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used 1o cook fruit cakes, sweet or savory Hans or quiche. The top oven is also ideal for use as a warming compartment fo warm dishes and keep food hot Use a temperature sifting of 80° 100°C on the fop oven control.
HINTS AND TIPS ® DO NOT place dishes or baking trays directly onto the oven base as it became very hot and damage may scour. # Most cooking should be carried out using an vane shelf positioned in one of the shelf runners. & Larger roasts and casseroles should normally be cooked in the main oven. However, they may be cooked on a flat shelf placed on the base of the top oven provided there is sufficient room for air circulation around the food.
THE MAIN FAN OVEN USES OF THE FAN OVEN The oven is heated by an element around the fan situated behind the back panel. The fan draws air from the oven and the element heats the air which circulates in the oven via the vents in the back panel. The advantages of fan oven cooking are: PREHEATING The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary fo preheat the oven. Without preheating however, you may find you need to add an extra 5 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times.
HINTS AND TIPS & Arrange the shelves in the required positions before switching the oven ON. Shelves are numbered from the bot torn upwards. #* When cocking mare than one dish in the fan oven, place dishes centrally on different shelves rather than cluster several dishes on one shelf, this will allow the heat to circulate freely for the best cooking results. & When batch baking one type of food, e.g. Victoria sandwich cakes, those of similar size will be cooked in the same time.
EVEN COOKING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperature suit individual preferences and requirements. FAN OVEN TOP OVEN FOOD SHELF | COOKING SHELF COOKING APPROX POSITION | TEMP °C | POSITION | TEMP*C | COOK TIME (m} Biscuits 180-180 cork. 170-190 1020 Bread 200-220 perk” 200-220 25-30 Bread rolls/buns Shelf 200-220 1 ork. 200-220 1520 Cakes: mall & Queen 160-170 1ok, 180-180 18-25 Sponges 160-170 perk.
ROASTING CHART ROASTING CHART INTERNAL TEMPERATURES Rare : Medium : Well :70-80°C MEAT SECOND/FAN COCKING TIME OVEN Beef 160-180°C 20-38 min per Yekg/1lb and 20-35 min over Beef, 180-180°C 20-35 min per Vekg/1lb boned and 26-36 min over Mutton 160-180°C 25-35 min per Vekg/1lb and Lamb and 25-35 min over Pork 160-180°C 30-40 min per Vekg/1ib and Veal and 30-40 min over Ham 160-180°C 30-40 min per 1Akg/1lb and 30-40 min over Chicken 160-180°C 15-20 min per \2kg/1ib and 20 min over Turkey 160-180°C 15-20 min p
DEFROSTING USES OF DEFROST FEATURE This main oven 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 efc. It is preferable to thaw fish, meat and poultry slowly in the fridge.
CARE AND CLEANING BEFORE CLEANING THE COOKER, ALWAYS ALLOW THE COOLING FAN TC COOL THE COOKER DOWN BEFORE SWITCHING OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY. CLEANING MATERIALS Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer. Cleaners that contain bleach should NOT be used as they may dull the surface finishes. Harsh abrasives should also be avoided.
HINTS AND TIPS TO REDUCE HOB SILAGE: & Make sure the bottom of the saucepan and the cooking area are clean and dry before cooking begins. & Ensure saucepans are large enough to accommodate ford to avoid boil overs. ® if possible, wipe up spills and splatters as they occur, but take care to avoid steam burns. & Avoid using a dishcloth or sponge 1o clean the hok. These may leave a layer of soiled detergent on the hob surface which will burn and discolor the next time the hob is used.
The vitreous enamel in the grill / top oven compartment and on the main oven base can be cleaned using normal oven cleaners or aerosol oven cleaners with care, Ensure that the manufacturers instructions are followed and that all parts are well rinsed afterwards. Aerosol cleaners must not be used on Stay clean surfaces and must not come into contact with the elements or the door seal as this may cause damage.
5. Clean the outer and inner glass using hot soapy water or Hob Brit may be used. DO NOT try to clean the aluminum foil which is inside the door. The foil is there to help keep the door cool, f it is damaged it will not work. Ensure that all parts are well rinsed and thoroughly dry before attempting to replace the outer door. TO REPLACE THE OUTER GLASS 1. Holding the oven glass with both hands, gently place the locators into the holes of the brackets at the bottom of the oven door. 2.
SOMETHING NOT WORKING? We strongly recommend that you carry out the following checks on your cooker before calling a Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a simple one which you can solve yourself without the expense of a service call. It our Service Engineer finds that the problem is listed below you will be charged for the call whether or not the cooker is under guarantee. The cooker does not work at ali: * Check that the cooker has been wired in and is switched on at the wall.
SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS <= In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact your local Trinity Bendix Service Force Center by telephoning: 0870 5 950950 Your call will be routed to the Service Force Center covering your post code area. The address of your local Service Force Center is detailed in the accompanying Customer Care Bask.
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We, Trinity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Trinity Bendix 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 labor, materials or carriage on condition that: « The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
RATING PLATE REFERENCE MAKE AND MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. PRODUCT NO. DATE OF PURCHASE IMPORTANT NOTICE in line with our continuing policy of research and development, we reserve the right to alter models and specifications without prior notice. This handbook is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded and should be disregarded if specifications or appearance are changed. TRINITY BENDIX,55 77 HIGH STREET, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 1DZ TELEPHONE 0870 5 950950 MODEL NO. PART NO.
