MODEL EL 305C INSTALLATION AND USERS' INSTRUCTIONS 25
PREFACE Welcome to your new Electra cooker. Its stylish and practical design will enhance your kitchen and make "cooking electric" a pleasure. Features include four sealed hotplates, a full width grill, a fan assisted oven for economical cooking and three removable shelves. Even if you have used an electric cooker before, it is important that you read these instructions thoroughly before starting to cook, paying particular attention to the installation and safety instructions.
TECHNICAL DETAILS MODEL NO. EL305C Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50Hz Wattage: 9.8/10.7kW Height: 900mm Width: 500mm Depth: 600mm This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC. EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
CONTENTS Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Technical Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uses of Defrost Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. DURING OPERATION Do not use this cooker if it is in contact with water. Never operate it with wet hands. This cooker is designed to be operated by adults. Young children must not be allowed to tamper with the cooker or play with the controls.
Always use oven gloves to remove and replace the grill pan handle when grilling. Recommendations given on page 12. Ensure that you support the grill pan when it is in the withdrawn or partially withdrawn position. Ensure that all vents are left unobstructed to ensure ventilation of the oven. Cookers and hobs become very hot, and retain their heat for a long period of time after use. Children should be kept well away from the cooker until it has cooled.
INTRODUCTION WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED RATING PLATE The cable should be routed away from potentially hot areas marked by X in the diagram below. Record the model, product and serial numbers on page 23 from the rating plate. This is situated on the lower front frame of the cooker and can be seen upon opening the fan oven door. The cooker must be protected by a suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the cooker is given on the rating plate.
Note: Vapours from the oven vent may in time cause discolouration of wallcoverings behind the cooker. For ease of cleaning it may be preferable to tile behind the cooker. Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a minimum of 685mm above the hob. ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM When food is heated it produces steam similar to a boiling kettle. The ovens are vented to allow some of this steam to escape.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER THE CONTROL PANEL A C D EL305 B FEATURES A B C D - Fan Oven Control Fan Oven Indicator Neon Grill Control Hotplate Controls 9
THE SEALED HOTPLATES BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5 minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates. EL305 l l To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in either direction to vary the heat setting.
DEEP FAT FRYING 6. Frying temperatures Celsius Fahrenheit Scale (oC) Scale (oF) 150 300 SPECIAL FRYING NOTE: For safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan one-third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid and DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the unfortunate event of a fire, switch the cooker OFF at the electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid or damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.
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 Ensure the handle is correctly located. It is grilling. EL305 l l l To operate the grill open the grill door and turn the grill control in either direction. THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle. The highest number represents the hottest setting and the lowest the coolest setting. Setting 5 represents the grill on Full.
To correctly locate the grill pan on the shelf, ensure that the cut out on the underside of the handle bracket locates over the front bar of the shelf. l l To check the progress of the food being grilled, the grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to food during cooking or the carrier shelf can be lifted away from the cooker and rested on a heat resistant work surface. HINTS AND TIPS l l l Food should be thoroughly dried before grilling to minimise splashing.
THE FAN OVEN USES OF THE FAN OVEN PREHEATING The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without preheating however, you may find you 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., best results are achieved if the oven is preheated first. COOKING TEMPERATURES Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking.
TO FIT THE OVEN SHELVES l The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the anti-tilt and safety stop mechanism will be affected. HINTS AND TIPS l l l l Arrange the shelves in the required positions before switching the oven ON. Shelves are numbered from the bottom upwards.
FAN OVEN COOKING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperature by 10° C to suit individual preferences and requirements. FAN OVEN FOOD Biscuits Bread Bread rolls/buns Cakes: SHELF POSITION Small & Queen Sponges Victoria Sandwich Madeira Rich Fruit Christmas Shelf positions COOKING TEMP °C APPROX.
ROASTING CHART ROASTING CHART INTERNAL TEMPERATURES Rare : 50-60°C; Medium : 60-70°C; Well : 70-80°C MEAT FAN OVEN COOKING TIME Beef 160-180°C 20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 20-35 minutes over Beef, boned 160-180°C 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 25-35 minutes over Mutton and Lamb 160-180°C 25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 25-35 minutes over Pork and veal 160-180°C 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 30-40 minutes over Ham 160-180°C 30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb) and 30-40 minutes over Chicken
DEFROSTING USES OF DEFROST FEATURE This fan 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 etc. Small or thin fish fillets, frozen peeled prawns, cubed or minced meat, liver, thin chops, steaks etc., can be thawed in 1 - 2 hours. A 1kg/2¼lb oven ready chicken will be thawed in approximately 5 hours.
CARE AND CLEANING ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AT THE MAIN WALL SWITCH AND ALLOW THE COOKER TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING CLEANING MATERIALS CLEANING THE HOTPLATE TRIMS The stainless steel trims may become straw coloured during use. Using a proprietary stainless steel cleaner , e.g. 'Shiny Sinks' will help maintain a bright appearance. Alternatively a powder cleaner such as 'Bar Keepers Friend' may be used regularly.
CLEANING THE GRILL, GRILL PAN, GRILL PAN GRID AND OVEN SHELVES HINTS AND TIPS l All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can be washed in the dishwasher. The grill pan may be cleaned using a soap impregnated steel wool pad. The grill pan grid and oven shelves should be cleaned using hot soapy water. Soaking first in soapy water will make cleaning easier. CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN AND GRILL COMPARTMENTS The Stayclean surface on the rear oven panel should not be cleaned manually.
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. If 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 all: * Check that the cooker has been wired in and is switched on at the wall.
GUARANTEE Your Electra cooker is covered by the terms of your Electricity Company's guarantee for the period of one year. In the event of a defect please contact the Service Department of your local Electricity Company. It is suggested that you record the model number, product number, serial number and date of purchase on the following page. The model, product and serial numbers of the cooker are detailed on the rating plate.
SERVICE CALL RECORD How to obtain After Sales Service quickly Remember that you may be charged for a service call (even during the guarantee period) if nothing is found to be wrong with the cooker. So always check the instructions to make sure you have not missed anything. Make a note of your nearest Electricity Company Service Depot and their telephone number here: .....................................................................................................................................
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