OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MODEL NO.
TECHNICAL DETAILS MODEL NO. RE50GC Voltage: 230/240 Volts AC 50Hz Wattage: 9.9/10.8 kW Height: 900mm Width: 500mm Depth: 600mm Weight: 55kg This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC. EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
CONTENTS Technical Details .................................................................................................................................... 2 Contents .................................................................................................................................................. 3 Preface ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 Safety ........................
CONTENTS Defrost Feature ....................................................................................................................................... 25 Uses of Defrost Feature .................................................................................................................. 25 Selecting Defrost ............................................................................................................................. 25 Things to Note ...........................................
PREFACE Dear Customer, Thank you for buying a Tricity Bendix cooker. 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. Tricity Bendix cookers comply with British Standard safety and performance requirements. They have been approved by BEAB (British Electrotechnical Approvals Board) and are covered by a 12 month parts and labour guarantee.
SAFETY THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY. ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE COOKER. After installation, please dispose of the packaging with due regard to safety and the environment. DURING OPERATION PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with water. Never operate it with wet hands. This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Take care to follow the recommendations given for tending the food when grilling. AFTER USE Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF position when not in use. Do not leave the handle in position when grilling as it will become hot. For hygiene and safety reasons this cooker should be kept clean at all times. A build-up of fats or other foodstuffs could result in a fire, especially in the grill pan. Always use oven gloves to remove and replace food in the oven.
INTRODUCTION WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED RATING PLATE The cable must be routed away from potentially hot areas marked by X in the diagram below. This is situated on the front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the top cavity 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.
THE COOLING FAN FOR THE CONTROLS Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a minimum of 685mm above the hob. The cooling fan will always come on when the grill and the top oven are switched on. If they are only used for a short period of time the fan will switch off when the controls are turned off. If the grill or the top oven are used for a longer period of time the fan will run on depending on the temperature, and may turn on and off until the appliance has cooled.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER THE CONTROL PANEL A E C B D FEATURES A B C D E - Main Oven Temperature Control Main Oven Indicator Neon Top Oven/Grill Control Top Oven Indicator Neon Hotplate Controls 10
ELECTRONIC MINUTE MINDER (RE50GC GREEN & BLACK ONLY) 1= (-) DECREASE CONTROL & MINUTE MINDER 2= (+) INCREASE CONTROL ( ) COOKPOT SYMBOL ( ) CLOCK SETTING SYMBOL ( ) MINUTE MINDER SYMBOL 1 Fig.1 The electronic minute minder can indicate the time of day, operate as a minute minder and it can be used to time and switch off the main oven. 1. SET THE TIME OF DAY When the electricity supply is first switched ON, the display will flash 0.00. See Fig.1. Fig.2 Press buttons (1) and (2) together.
Fig.6 2. THE MINUTE MINDER IMPORTANT The minute minder can be used to time a set cooking period. At the end of the cook time the minute minder will automatically switch off the main oven if in use. The minute minder gives an audible reminder at the end of any period of cooking up to 23 hours and 59 minutes. To set press button (1) and the display will read 0.00, see Fig. 6. Release button (1) and press and hold button (2).
ELECTRONIC MINUTE MINDER (RE50GC WHITE ONLY) 1= (-) DECREASE CONTROL & MINUTE MINDER 2= (+) INCREASE CONTROL ( ) COOKPOT SYMBOL The electronic minute minder can indicate the time of day, operate as a minute minder and it can be used to time and switch off the main oven. 1 Fig.1 Please note that this is a 24 hour clock, for example 2.00pm is shown as 14.00. In the following pages we explain how to use the minute minder and set the time of day.
2. THE MINUTE MINDER Fig.5 IMPORTANT The minute minder can be used to time a set cooking period. At the end of the cook time the minute minder will automatically switch off the main oven if in use. The minute minder gives an audible reminder at the end of any period of cooking up to 23 hours and 59 minutes. To set press button (1) and the display will read 0.00, see Fig. 5. Release button (1) and press and hold button (2).
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 YOUR LOCAL SERVICE FORCE CENTRE. USING THE HOB · Excessive switching may however be caused by the use of an unsuitable saucepan or a saucepan which is smaller than the heated area. If excessive switching occurs, discontinue use of the saucepan.
· Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket. · Never use an asbestos mat. · Never leave the hotplates ON when not covered with a saucepan. · Ensure that the hob and saucepans are clean and dry before the start of cooking to reduce cleaning. · Follow the cleaning instructions very closely to keep the hob looking like new. · If spillage occurs with sugar solutions, e.g. jams and syrups, it must be wiped from the hob before it sets and becomes hard otherwise damage to the hob will occur. 5.
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 · · THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE To operate the grill, open the grill door and turn the top oven/grill control clockwise so that ‘0’ on the control knob lines up with setting 1, 2 or 3. The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
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. · Accompaniments such as tomatoes and mushrooms may be placed underneath the grid when grilling meats. · When toasting bread use the shelf in position 1 with the grid in the high position and placing the bread in the centre of the grid. · Preheat the grill on a full setting for five minutes before cooking. Adjust the shelf as necessary 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 smaller quantities of food. It gives especially good results if used to cook fruit cakes, sweet or savoury flans or quiche. The top oven is also ideal for use as a warming compartment to warm dishes and keep food hot. temperature setting of 90° -100°C on the top oven control dial.
HINTS AND TIPS · All cooking should be carried out using an oven shelf positioned in one of the shelf runners. · Stand dishes on a suitably sized baking tray on the shelf to prevent spillage onto the oven base and to help reduce cleaning. · · There should always be at least 2.5cm (1”) between the top of the food and the element. This gives best cooking results and allows room for rise in yeast mixtures, Yorkshire puddings etc. When cooking cakes, pastry, scones, bread etc.
THE MAIN 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. For best results when cooking frozen or cooked chilled ready meals always preheat the oven first.
DO NOT place baking trays directly on the oven floor as it interferes with the oven air circulation and can lead to base burning; use the lower shelf position. However non critical dishes can be placed on the oven base when more space is required. HINTS AND TIPS · Arrange the shelves in the required positions before switching the oven ON. Shelves positions are numbered from the bottom upwards.
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 Shelf Small & Queen Sponges Victoria Sandwich Madeira Rich Fruit Christmas Gingerbread Meringues Flapjack Shortbread Casseroles: Beef/Lamb Chicken Convenience Foods Fish Fish Pie (Potato Topped) Fruit Pies, Crumbles Milk Puddings Pasta Lasagne etc.
ROASTING CHART The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperatures by 10°C to suit individual preferences and requirements.
DEFROST FEATURE USES OF DEFROST FEATURE Small or thin fish fillets, frozen peeled prawns, cubed or minced meat, liver, thin chops, steaks etc., can be thawed in 1 – 2 hours. 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 filed gateaux, cakes covered with icings or frostings, cheesecakes, biscuits, scones, etc.
CARE AND CLEANING 3. Wipe off residues of cleaner with another damp paper towel and polish dry with a soft cloth. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND THE MAIN WALL SWITCH AND ALLOW THE APPLIANCE TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING. CLEANING MATERIALS Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker, check that they are suitable and that their use is recommended by the manufacturer.
TO REMOVE DISCOLOURATIONS OR WHITE AND SILVER MARKS CLEANING COOKER These marks sometimes give the impression of being in or underneath the hob glass. They can almost always be removed provided they have not become excessively burnt on. Follow the instructions above under ‘To Remove more Stubborn Marks’. THE OUTSIDE OF THE DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials, or scourers on the outside of the appliance as some of the finishes are painted and damage may occur.
CLEANING INSIDE COMPARTMENTS THE GRILL/OVEN HINTS AND TIPS The sides surfaces and back panel of the main oven are coated with special Stayclean coating. The Stayclean should not be cleaned manually. The vitreous enamel in the top oven, grill compartment and fan oven base can be cleaned using normal oven cleaners or aerosol oven cleaners with care. Ensure that the manufactures instructions are followed and that all parts are well rinsed afterwards.
TO REPLACE THE OUTER GLASS CLEANING THE DOOR GLASS To prevent damaging or weakening the door glass panels avoid the use of the following: · Household detergents and bleaches · Impregnated pads unsuitable for nonstick saucepans · Brillo/Ajax pads or steel wool pads · Chemical oven pads or aerosols · Rust removers · Bath/Sink stain removers CLEANING BETWEEN THE OUTER AND INNER DOOR GLASS 1.
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 appliance does not work at all: * Check that the appliance 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 Service Force Centre by telephoning: Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading ‘Something Not Working?’. 0870 5 929929 When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details: Your call will be routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
To contact your local Service Force Centre telephone 08705 CHANNEL ISLANDS SLE OF LEWIS GUERNSEY Guernsey Electricity PO Box 4 Vale, Guernsey Channel Islands GY1 3AD JERSEY Jersey Electricity Company Haut De L’orme Rue De Haut L’orme Trinity Jersey Channel Islands JE3 5FG 54 Claremont Street Aberdeen AB10 6RA AUCHTERMUCHTY 33a Burnside Auchtermuchty Fife KY14 7AJ BLANTYRE Unit 5 Block 2 Auchenraith Ind.
To contact your local Service Force Centre telephone 08705 MIDLANDS BIRMINGHAM 66 Birch Road East Wyrley Trading Estate Witton Birmingham B6 7DB BOURNE Pinfold Road Bourne PE10 9HT BRIDGNORTH GLOUCESTER HEREFORD HIGHAM FERRERS 68 St.
GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guarantee conditions We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Tricity 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 labour, materials or carriage on condition that: · The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
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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 instruction booklet is accurate at the date of printing, but will be superseded if specifications or appearance are changed. TRICITY BENDIX, 55 – 77 HIGH STREET, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 1DZ.
