Westinghouse WLE522WC 54cm electric freestanding cooker with separate grill

User Manual Electric Freestanding Cooker

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid an electric shock or fire

• This appliance is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capability, 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.
• WARNING – Accessible parts may become hot during use. To avoid burns, young children should be kept away.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure they DO NOT play with this appliance.
• DO NOT operate the hotplates with external timers or a separate remote control system.
• During use this appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching hot external, internal surfaces and hot elements when in use. Use oven gloves.
• This appliance must NOT be used as a space heater.
• DO NOT install an aftermarket lid or cover over this appliance.
• DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
• DO NOT store flammable materials in the appliance storage drawer or near this appliance.
• Ensure all specified vents, openings and airspaces are NOT blocked.
• Install cooker, shelving and fittings in accordance with the Guide and Installation Instructions, to avoid accidents.
• DO NOT operate the gas appliance if the smell of gas persists.
• DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
• The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously

Grill warnings

• DO NOT leave grill on unattended.
• Fat left on a grill dish is a fire hazard! Keep grill clean and turn off grill immediately after use.
• If gas burner does not light in 8 seconds, allow one minute for gas to clear before trying again.
• Placing thick portions of food under grill can be a fire hazard.
• DO NOT cover the grill dish insert with foil.

Oven warnings

• DO NOT use the oven door as a shelf.
• DO NOT push down on an open oven door.
• If the gas oven does not light in 8 seconds, allow 1 minute for gas to clear before trying again.

Hotplate and burner warnings

• DO NOT use large utensils that may become unstable.
• Gas models: Ensure burner caps and crowns are in their correct position.

GENERAL APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION

Do not store items on the cooking surface, to avoid a fire. Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in a fire.

Electric Separate Grill Oven depicted.

INSTALLATION

Location

This appliance must not be placed on a base. This appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door. The appliance has been designed to fit a 550mm gap in kitchen cabinetry or have free space on either side. Ensure the top of the hotplate is at least 10mm higher than the level of the benchtop. Electric hob models must not be installed in a corner; they must be installed at least 100mm from the side wall. Gas hob models must be installed with a minimum clearance of 100mm to side walls made of unprotected combustible material. For gas models, refer to section 6.10.1 in AS/NZS 5601.1 for all relevant clearance.

WARNING : In order to avoid accidental tipping of the appliance (for example, by a child climbing onto the open oven door), the anti-tilt plate and stabilising bolt MUST be installed.

Following table outlines the distance between the floor supporting the product and the surface supporting cooking vessel:

Position anti-tilt plate to the rear wall and 25mm from side of cupboard. Securely fix anti-tilt plate to the floor with fasteners. Adjust levelling feet on cooker as required.

Stabilising bolt

Remove oven door - to be done by qualified personnel only. (Refer to procedure).

1. Remove screws from kick panel. To remove kick panel lift kick panel upwards to release the two location tabs from the holes in the bottom of the panel.

2. Position cooker into the ant-tilt plate and then mark the position for the stability bolt hole on the floor.

3. Pull cooker out and drill the bolt hole, using a 6.5mm masonry or wood drill bit. The bolt hole needs to be a minimum of 30mm deep when fixing the oven to concrete.

4. Reposition cooker back into place and fit the stability bolt through the slot and into the drilled hole.

5. If the cooker is placed on a base, measures must be taken to prevent the appliance slipping from the base.

6. Carefully remove any protective plastic film to prevent damage to the appliance.

Replacing the oven light

WARNING : Ensure the appliance is switched off at power supply (not just the control knobs) before replacing the light globe to avoid possibility of electric shock.

A special high temperature resistant globe should be used. This can be purchased from the Electrolux Customer Care Centre. Light globes are not covered by warranty

Removing the oven door

(to be done by qualified personnel only)

1. With door fully open, rotate the two stirrups to its rest position.

2. Close the door until it stops against the stirrups.

3. Close the door further.

4. Lift the door slightly and evenly while continuing to slowly close the door.

5. Remove the door by lowering gently and pull away from the frame of the oven. Care should be taken not to damage kick panel and other parts of the cooker.

Replacing the oven door

(to be done by qualified personnel only)

1. Hold door with both hands.

2. Locate both hinges into the frame slots at the same time

3. Ensure that the location notch drops into frame slot. Care should be taken not to damage other parts of the cooker

4. Open door fully and rotate stirrups away from you back to their original position.

5. Close the door fully.

6. Carefully remove any protective plastic film to prevent damage to the appliance.

Service fuse location – Models with power point only

This product is fitted with a power outlet at each end of the control panel. The outlets are protected by a replaceable 15 amp fuse located at the rear of the product

WARNING : Before servicing the fuse, ensure that all power to the product is switched off.

To access fuse, unscrew fuse housing and remove from appliance. (See diagram).

Electric wiring requirement

The cooker MUST be installed in compliance with:

• Wiring connections in AS/NZS3000 wiring rules.
• Local regulations, municipal building codes and other statutory regulations.
• Data plate – Gives information about the rating and is located behind the bottom of the oven door.

For New Zealand only: The cooking range must be connected to the supply by a supply cord fitted with the appropriately rated plug that is compatible with the socket-outlet fitted to the final sub-circuit in the fixed wiring that is intended to supply this cooking range.

• A functional switch MUST be provided near the appliance in an accessible position (AS/NZS3000 – Clause 4.7.1).
• Wiring MUST be protected against mechanical failure (AS/NZS3000 – Clause 3.9).
• The cooker requires a means of all pole disconnection incorporated into the fixed wiring. This MUST have a disconnection gap of 3mm.
• The cooker MUST be properly earthed.
• Disconnection in the fixed wiring must occur in accordance with the AS/NZS3000 Wiring Rules
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This range must be connected with cable of 75°C rating minimum.
• This product has passed the insulation resistance test after manufacture. If the resistance reading is low at installation, it is probably caused by moisture from the atmosphere being absorbed by the elements after the range has been produced. (Pass at 0.01MΩ AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules Clause 8.3.6.2).

Hard wiring

1. Remove rear panel.

2. Fit wires through hole at bottom centre using the appropriate gland to protect insulation of wires from the hole edge. Note that the secondary insulation of the wires will probably need to be removed to fit through gland. If the conduit to appliance is required to bend due to rear wall an elbow may be required to achieve this.

3. Set the length of wiring from the gland to terminal block, ensuring length is sufficient but not excessive.

4. Make connections to terminals and engage wires into plastic clip. Cable tie as per diagram and secure plastic clip with two long screws supplied.

5. Replace rear cover.

Rated power input

Gas requirements

This appliance must be installed by an authorised person, according to all codes and regulations of:

• AS/NZS 5601.1 (particular attention to clause 6.10.1 and figure 6.3 on page 97, and clause 6.10.1.11)

• Local gas fitting regulations, municipal building codes and other statutory regulations.

Unpacking

When packaging is removed from product you will notice there are several items nested in the packaging base.

The burner crowns, burner caps and trivets can be fitted to the hob. The regulator or test point fitting installation is described in the front of the manual with UNPACKING. The cookers come in three gas types: Natural gas, Propane and Universal LPG. If the cooker is required to use ULPG, a conversion kit can be obtained by contacting the Customer Care Centre for details. Before installation, check that the cooker is suitable for the gas supply by looking at the data plate behind the bottom of the oven door. The following table shows the supply and operating pressures for various supplies.

*If the regulator is placed upstream of the cooker inlet, as is normal for cookers operating on LPG, then the supply pressure and operating pressure are the same.

The following table shows the injector sizes for each burner.

Checking pipe size

To work out a suitable pipe size for connection use the information in this table.

Also use information about the length of the run, number of elbows, tees and bends, the available service pressure and the supply requirements. AS/NZS 5601.1 will help you with this matter

Operation ON NG

• The appliance regulator MUST be orientated so that the pressure nipple is accessible.

• The arrow showing the direction of flow MUST be pointed correctly.

• The regulator has a ½” BSP internal thread at the inlet and outlet.

Wiring connection for gas cooker

To allow for disconnection of the appliance after installation, the plug must be accessible after installation. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Gas connection

Read these points before connecting to the gas supply:

• The cooker inlet connection point has a ½" BSP external thread. See diagram below.
• An NG regulator or a LPG test point fitting is supplied.
• It is recommended to fit the regulator or test point fitting to the appliance connection point, then fit either hard piping or a high level flexible connection (AS/NZS 5601.1 clauses 5.9 and 6.10.1.9) which is then attached to the consumer hard piping.
• Ensure installation allows withdrawal of appliance.

Operation on universal LPG/propane

1. The appliance inlet fitting provided MUST be orientated so that the pressure nipple is accessible.

2. The inlet fitting has ½" BSP internal thread at the inlet and outlet.

Operation on SNG

• If the cooker is to be used with SNG, then the grill burner MUST be modified by the replacement of the shutter, which fits into the throat of the grill burner
• A conversion kit can be obtained by contacting the Customer Care Centre.

Testing the gas cooker

WARNING : You MUST test the cooker after installation, before you hand it over to the customer. You MUST have a manometer and a connecting tube.

Checking the gas supply

1. Check the manometer zero point is correct.

2. Connect the manometer to the cooker pressure test point. This is located on the regulator or LPG inlet fitting.

3. Turn on the gas supply and the electricity (if applicable) and try to ignite the gas.

4. Check the operating pressure for the particular gas type (see 'Gas Type' table).

• For LPG cookers: Adjust the regulator if necessary (this may be remote from the cooker).
• For Natural Gas cookers: Regulators are supplied pre-adjusted and configured by the component maker for use with Natural Gas. The appliance installer is not required to make an adjustment to obtain the correct outlet pressure setting. An arrow on the base of the regulator indicates the direction of the gas flow when the inlet and outlet of the regulator are orientated correctly

5. When the regulator has been fitted check for leaks from the connections with soapy water.

Checking regulator function

With the appliance operating, check the outlet pressure:

1. When all the burners of the appliance are operating at maximum.

2. When the smallest burner of the appliance is operating at minimum.

Under both these conditions the outlet pressure should not vary from nominal operating pressure of 1.0kPa by more then ± 20% (ie ±0.20kPa for Natural Gas).

If the regulator does not appear to be performing satisfactorily then check the following points:

1. If the outlet pressure is consistently too low then

• the inlet pressure may be too low and adjustment of an upstream regulator may be needed, or

• an upstream regulator or valve with insufficient flow capacity may be present in the gas supply line. It may be necessary to repeat the checks whilst measuring both the inlet and outlet pressure to determine if the inlet pressure is in the range 1.13-5kPa.

2. Check that the regulator has been fitted to the gas supply line in the correct orientation.

3. Replace the regulator if it fails to perform after the checks.

Testing Burner Performance

• Observe the flame appearance on each burner when set to max. If it is smaller or larger than expected, then the injector size needs checking (refer to table).
• When maximum flame appearance is correct, check the turn down setting on each burner. If incorrect, proceed as follows:

WARNING: Disconnect electric power.

1. Remove the control panel and adjust the bypass screw when valve is set to maximum. The screw is mounted on the body of each hotplate control valve.

2. Check the ignition on all burners both separately and in combination.

3. Check the operation of the electrical components, if applicable.

4. When operating correctly, show customer how to use the cooker.

5. If not operating correctly, advise the customer to ring Electrolux Customer Service Centre. Place a warning sign on cooker or if dangerous, disconnect cooker.

OPERATING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Choosing utensils for electric hotplates

Refer to the diagram below.

Choosing utensils for gas hotplates

Refer to the diagram below.

Installation and service warning

WARNING

• Only an authorised person must install and service this appliance (Certificate of Compliance to be retained).
• In order to avoid a hazard, the installation instructions MUST be followed.
• In order to avoid the appliance tipping, the anti-tilt plate MUST be installed.
• Appliances requiring connection to 230 – 240V MUST be earthed.
• An authorised person should inspect this appliance every 5 years.
• This appliance must NOT be installed on a base, box or in a closed cupboard.
• If the electrical supply cord is damaged, a qualified person MUST replace the cord to avoid a hazard or void your warranty

Before operating first time

1. Read all the Warning and Safety information.

2. Remove all internal boxes and bags from oven.

3. Clean out the oven interior with detergent and warm water and polish with a soft cloth. DO NOT close oven door until the oven is completely dry

Setting the time

4. If you have purchased a model fitted with a 3 button programmable timer, you must set the time of day before you can operate your appliance.

• After the appliance has been electrically connected '12.00' will be displayed and the 'clock indicator' will flash.

• To set the time of day, press the – or + buttons. 5 seconds after the last change, the 'clock' indicator will disappear, confirming the time has been set.

NOTE: The clock has a 24-hour display

5. New appliances can have an odour during first operation. It is recommended to ‘run in’ the oven before you cook Run the oven at 180°C for 30 minutes and ensure that the room is well ventilated.

6. For products with a separate grill compartment, run grill on maximum for 15 minutes with grill door open.

7. If your appliance is fitted with solid hotplates, turn heat setting to high for 3 minutes to fully harden the hotplate coating.

INSTALLING OVEN ACCESSORIES

FITTING OVEN SHELVES

1. Ensure shelf orientation is correct (refer to diagram below).

2. Slide oven shelves onto oven supports (side runners) at an angle until raised back of shelf is past the stop on oven supports (side runners).

3. Lower front of shelf and push in until stop is reached.

4. To remove oven shelves, withdraw to the stop and raise the front of shelf to clear the stop.

Oven shelf location

Fitting the grill dish supports

• Insert the rear hook into the rear hole.
• Align the front peg to the front hole and push in firmly

FITTING THE GRILL DISH

Separate grill

Ensure rear of the dish is engaged with the side support before sliding backwards. To remove, simply pull forwards and upwards

Grill in oven

(refer to Fitting Oven Shelves)

The grill dish with wire insert can be used in any of the two upper height positions (shelf positions 4 and 5) between the runners.

NOTE: You must remove the grill dish when baking in the oven.

USING THE GAS COOKER

Gas oven features and descriptions

Model WLG510WCNG

Model WLG510WCANG

Model WLG510WCANG

1. Burner Control Knob – sets burner temperature.

2. Grill Control Knob – sets grilling temperature.

3. Oven Control Knob – sets oven temperature.

4. Timer 60 Minute (where fitted) – sets reminder time. When timer returns to zero, timer gives a short ring. NOTE: for any time below 15 minutes, turn knob past 15 minutes, then back to required time setting

5. Oven Piezo Ignitor – ignites oven burner when appropriate control knobs are set.

6. Grill Piezo Ignitor – ignites grill burner.

7. Light Switch (where fitted) – turns oven light on/off.

8. Fan Switch (where fitted) – turns fan on/off.

9. Electronic Ignition Switch – ignites hotplate burners, grill burner and oven burner.

Gas oven conventional baking

The heat comes from the bottom oven burner. The temperature at the centre of the oven is the same temperature set on the control knob. When oven is used on this mode, shelf position is important, (refer to ‘Oven Guide’). As hot air naturally rises, the upper half of the oven will be approximately 10°C higher and the lower half approximately 10°C cooler than the set temperature. For best results from your gas oven use dark coloured trays and baking dishes on a single shelf. Refer to ‘General Hints and Tips’ section for more information. For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes

Gas oven fan forced baking

Fan Forced baking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional baking. Most recipe books, unless stated, are for conventional oven temperatures. It is recommended when using the fan forced mode to reduce the oven temperature by 10°C. In a fan forced gas oven the heat comes from the bottom burner. Hot air is distributed by an electrically operated fan located behind the rear wall of the compartment, providing an even temperature on all shelf levels. This means batches of the same food can be baked using multiple shelf positions simultaneously. Fan Forced operation can be used for single shelf baking with equal success. For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes.

Cookware

For best baking results with gas ovens, dark coloured trays and baking dishes are recommended.

Gas hotplate

Ensure burner caps, crowns and trivets are properly assembled. For wok ONLY use the trivet and burner dedicated for wok cooking. Burner cap and burner crown must be clean and located correctly for the burner to light.

Gas oven burner flame

From a cold start the oven burner flame will be higher on the left hand-side. After reaching the set temperature, the flame will become even. This does not affect cooking results.

LIGHTING GAS HOTPLATE, GRILL AND OVEN

Electronic ignition with flame safeguard

This hob is fitted with mains powered electronic ignition. When the appliance has been connected and the power is on, depressing ignite button will release sparks to all burners. To light a burner, depress the corresponding knob fully and while continuing to depress knob for approximately 5 seconds, turn anticlockwise to ‘HI’ position. The flame sensor must warm-up in order for the flame to stay alight. The knob may be released once the flame is established, and turned further anticlockwise to reduce the flame height as desired.

• Before releasing the knob, ensure the knob is fully depressed.

• If the flame goes out when the knob is released, simply repeat the ignition procedure again.

Hotplate Ignition – (Manual)

To light a burner, depress the corresponding knob fully and while continuing to depress the knob approximately 5 seconds, turn anti-clockwise to 'HI' position. At the same time, hold hand-ignitor next to the burner and ignite (hand-ignitors not supplied). The flame sensor must warm up in order for the flame to stay alight

Grill Ignition – Electronic

While pressing the electronic ignitor switch, depress the corresponding knob fully and while continuing to depress the knob for approximately 5 seconds, turn anti-clockwise to 'HI' position. The flame sensor must warm up in order for the flame to stay alight.

Grill Ignition – Piezo

Depress the grill control knob fully and while continuing to depress the knob for approximately 5 seconds, turn anticlockwise to 'HI' position. The flame sensor must warm up in order for the flame to stay alight.

Grill – in Oven

Grill is electric and is operated by control knob only.

Oven Ignition – Electronic

While pressing the Electronic Ignitor Switch, push turn and hold the Oven Control Knob to the desired temperature. Hold Control Knob in for 15 seconds after ignition.

Oven Ignition – Piezo

With the left hand push and hold the Oven Control Knob in and turn it a quarter of the way anti-clockwise. Keep the oven Control Knob pushed in firmly and at the same time push the Oven Piezo Ignitor button on the right hand side of the control panel (several times if necessary). It will make a loud ‘clack’ noise as the Piezo mechanism creates a spark. Hold control knob in for 15 seconds after ignition.

USING THE ELECTRIC COOKER

ELECTRIC OVEN FEATURES AND DESCRIPTIONS

Grill in Oven Models

WLE524WC

Separate grill models – conventional oven

WLE530WCA

Separate grill models - fan-forced oven

WLE522WC/WLE532WC

Separate grill models - fan-forced oven

WLE543WC

1. Radiant/Solid/Ceramic Hotplate Control Knob – sets hotplate temperature.

2. Hotplate Indicator Light – comes on when a hotplate control knob is operated.

3. Grill/Oven Function Control Knob – sets grill or oven function.

4. Grill/Oven Control knob – sets grill/oven temperature.

5. Grill/Oven Indicator Light – comes on when grill/oven temperature knob is operated. Oven indicator light cycles on and off when temperature is reached.

6. Grill Indicator Light – comes on when grill control knob is operated

7. Oven Indicator Light – comes on when oven control knob is operated.

8. Grill Control Knob – sets grilling temperature.

9. Oven Control Knob – sets oven temperature.

10. Oven Light Switch – turns oven light on/off.

11. Timer 60 Minute – (where fitted) sets reminder time. – When timer returns to zero, timer gives a short ring. NOTE: For any time below 15 minutes, turn knob past 15 minutes, then back to required time setting.

12. Programmable Clock – sets baking/grilling reminder times – sets automatic cooking duration and stop time. NOTE: Clock time must be set before operating oven.

Radiant hotplates

The high-speed radiant hotplates heat rapidly from a cold start. This saves power. The hotplates have a tray underneath the hob which collects spilt liquids. This tray can be removed by sliding it out through the open grill door (except model WLE524WC).

Radiant elements also swivel for easy cleaning.

Solid hotplates

The strong solid-cast hotplates give wide contact for fast efficient cooking. Hotplates are sealed to prevent spilt liquids from running under the hotplates. If there is a red dot present in the centre of hotplate, this indicates it is a high power hotplate.

When necessary, apply a coating of hotplate protector to solid plates to maintain them.

Ceramic hotplates

• The ceramic cooktop is made from ceramic glass, a tough, durable material that withstands heating and cooling without breaking. However, it must be noted that as it is glass, it may break, and must therefore be treated with care. Should you have any questions about the glass in your new appliance, please contact the service centre by dialling 13 13 49.
• The smooth glass surface has a pattern to show where the elements under the glass are located.
• When a hotplate is on, the hot surface warning light will come on. After switching off, this light will continue to glow until the temperature of the hotplate drops below 60°C.

Electric oven conventional baking

Heat comes from two elements, one above and one below the food. The bottom element is hidden below the floor of the oven. As hot air rises naturally, the upper part of the oven will be approximately 10°C higher than the set temperature and the lower part of the oven approximately 10°C cooler. For grill in oven models, the grill dish must be removed when baking. For best baking results, preheat oven for 30 minutes, also refer to ‘General Hints and Tips”.

Electric oven fan forced baking

In a fan forced electric oven the heat comes from the rear oven element. Hot air is distributed by a fan behind the rear wall of the compartment, providing an even temperature on all shelf levels. This means, batches of food can be baked using multiple shelf positions simultaneously. Fan forced operation can be used for single food baking with equal success. Fan Forced baking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional baking. Most recipe books, unless stated, are typically for conventional oven temperatures. It is recommended that when using the fan forced mode, reduce the oven temperature by 10 degrees (refer to ‘Oven Guide’). For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes.

Cookware

For best cooking results with electric ovens, silver or shiny trays are recommended.

NOTE: Three button timer models MUST have clock set after a power outage to operate oven.

3 BUTTON PROGRAMMABLE CLOCK

Your oven is equipped with a 3 button timer that has the following features:

• Timer – you can set a countdown time that will beep when the set time has elapsed.

• Cook time – you can set cooking duration. A timer will count down the preset cooking time, beep when the time has elapsed and turn the appliance off.

Selecting the timer

• Press the MODE button until the timer ‘indicator’ begins flashing.

• Set the countdown time you want by using the - and + buttons. 5 seconds after the last change the timer ‘indicator’ will stop flashing and the countdown will start in minutes.

• To stop the beeper, press any button.

• Maximum countdown time is 2hrs 30mins.

Setting the cooking duration

• Select the desired oven function and temperature.

• The oven indicator light will glow and the heating source will come on.

• Press the MODE button until the cook time ‘indicator’ begins flashing.

• Set the cooking duration you want by using the - and + buttons. 5 seconds after the last change the cook time ‘indicator’ will stop flashing, and the time of day will be displayed.

NOTE: Remember to add pre-heating time if necessary

To check or cancel settings

• To check your settings, press the MODE button until the indicator you want is flashing.

• To cancel ‘auto shut off’ press the mode button until the ‘cook time’ indicator flashes. Press and hold the - button until the clock no longer reverses (at 0:00 you will hear a beep). If you have left the temperature and function knobs at a setting, the oven will start once the ‘cook time’ indicator stops flashing. Because you have cancelled ‘auto off’ the oven will continue to heat until you manually turn it off.

On completion of cooking

• The heat source will turn off, the timer will beep and cook time indicator will flash.

• Even though the heating element turns off the oven will still retain substantial heat. This will continue to cook the food until it is removed or the oven cools down. If you do not plan on being present when the oven turns off, you should take this extra heating time into account.

• Turn the function and temperature controls to the off position.

• Press any button to stop the timer beeping.

Adjusting the clock

• Press the MODE button until the clock ‘indicator’ begins flashing.

• Press the - or + buttons to change the time of day. 5 seconds after the last change, the clock ‘indicator’ will disappear, confirming the time has been adjusted.

GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS

Using the grill

General hints

For best baking results preheat oven for 30 minutes. The material and finish of baking trays and dishes used will affect the way foods are baked, especially base browning.

• Enamelware, anodized aluminum, dark bakeware or non-stick interiors, and colored exteriors will assist in maintaining or reducing the baking time and increase base browning.
• Ovenproof glassware or ceramics are poor conductors of heat. The shiny surface of aluminum or polished steel utensils and trays also reflects the heat rather than passing it through to the food being baked.
• Always place dishes in the center of the shelf to ensure even browning.
• Stand casserole dishes on a baking tray to prevent food from spilling onto the base of the oven.
• Use ovenproof cookware, which will withstand temperatures of 250°C.
• Use shallow casserole dishes in preference to deeper ones as this shortens the cooking time in the oven.

Conventional Oven

• The shelf position is critical. The temperature in centre of the oven is the temperature shown on the oven control knob. Single shelf baking gives optimal cooking results.
• DO NOT place baking trays, oven dishes or foil directly on the base of oven, as trapped heat will crack and craze the floor of the oven liner.

Fan Forced

• Make sure shelves are evenly spaced.
• When baking more than one dish in fan forced oven, place dishes centrally on shelves rather than several dishes on one shelf.
• When the oven is full you may need to allow a slightly longer baking time.
• When using different size trays or cooking different types of food, cooking times may vary for each dish.

Condensation and steam

• During cooking steam may be produced which can be released when opening the oven door. This is quite normal.
• If there is any build-up of condensation on the oven door it is recommended that it be carefully wiped away either during or after cooking.

SEPARATE Grill dish insertion

CLEANING THE COOKER

Ovens and hotplates are made from steel and enamel. Do not use abrasives and harsh scourers as they may scratch the surface.

Enamel

• Keep enamel clean by wiping it with a soft cloth dipped in warm soapy water.
• Rub difficult stains with a nylon scourer or cream powder cleanser.
• DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners, steel wool or wax polishes.
• If you use an oven cleaner, follow the instructions on the product carefully

Stainless Steel

• All grades of stainless steel can stain, discolour or becomes greasy. Clean the cooker regularly, using the procedures outlined below, to maintain the function and appearance of your appliance.
• Care must be taken when wiping exposed stainless steel edges as they can be sharp.
• The front frame around the oven can be cleaned with stainless steel cleaners if it becomes soiled or discoloured.
• A suitable cleaner can be purchased from Electrolux Customer Care Centres.
• Always clean the stainless steel in the direction of the grain. Going against the grain may scratch the surface.

Oven Shelves

• Chrome shelves: use detergent and hot water. If very dirty use a non-abrasive nylon scourer.

Oven – Grill Dish and Insert

• After every use and while still warm, wash pan and grill with warm soapy water and a suitable oven cleaner. Rinse and dry before replacing in position.

Oven

• Use detergent, warm water (and household cloudy ammonia if necessary) and a soft cloth. Dry thoroughly.
• Remove shelves when the cleaning oven.
• If there is a build-up of grease use a suitable oven cleaner, following the instructions on the cleaning product carefully. Heat oven to 110°C and turn oven off when 110°C is reached. Leave over-night. The fumes will loosen stubborn grease and stains. Remove bowl, wash with hot, soapy water and dry well before closing oven door again. Ensure oven is thoroughly rinsed and dried before subsequent use.

Ceramic hotplates

Remove all spilt food with a razor blade scraper while the hotplate is still warm – NOT HOT.

• If aluminium foil, plastic items or foods with a high sugar content melt onto glass, use a razor blade scraper to remove immediately before the hotplate has cooled, otherwise pitting of the surface may occur. High sugar content foods include jam, fruit, carrots, tomatoes and peas.
• Sometimes SURFACE stains appear to be ‘bubble’ marks under the ceramic glass. These can be cleaned off with a razor blade scraper and ceramic cleaner.
• When the ceramic hotplate has cooled, wipe clean with dishwashing detergent and a damp cloth.

NOTE: DO NOT use abrasive sponges or scourers, oven sprays or stain removers on ceramic hotplates. These may damage, scratch or stain the ceramic cooktop. Any pitting, staining or scratching WILL NOT be covered by warranty.

Solid hotplates

Solid hotplates are fitted with stainless steel trim rings, which after initial use, change colour to light brown. This is a normal characteristic of stainless steel and will not affect the operation or performance of your hotplates.

• Clean off any spillage after hotplate has cooled down.
• At regular intervals, clean hotplate with a nylon scouring pad and soapy water. Wipe clean then warm hotplate for 30 seconds to dry the surface.
• Apply ‘hotplate protector'. Set hotplate on high for 3 minutes to allow coating to harden.

Radiant hotplates

These plates are self-cleaning. Any liquid which boils over will burn to ash and can be wiped off when the hotplate has cooled. To clean the trim rings, lift front of element and remove it, then wash in warm, soapy water. To clean any spillage that falls through the element, remove the spillage tray and wash in warm soapy water.

Gas burners

• Flame port blockages should be removed with a small metal cake skewer or nylon brush.
• Clean dirty spark plugs very gently with a nylon scourer. Do not use steel wool. Do not bend spark plug as it may break.
• If the caps, crowns and cups are heavily soiled, use a nonabrasive cleaning compound.
• Do not clean these parts with abrasive or caustic type cleaners, or clean in a dishwasher as they will be damaged.

GENERAL HINTS AND TIPS

Cleaning the oven door

Cool air circulates through the door to lower the surface temperature on the outside of the oven door.

To remove the inner door glass for cleaning

• Open the door fully to access the hinges then rotate the 'stirrups' on both hinges fully towards the door.

• Slowly close the door until it stops against the ‘stirrups’.

• To remove the top caps, press the ribbed release clips at each end and lift top cap away from the door.

• Using both hands, gently remove the inner glass by sliding out and lifting away from the door.

• Hand wash only with a soft cloth and warm soapy water. When dry, polish with a soft cloth and ensure the glass is dry before re-assembly.

• Wipe inner and outer glass gently with detergent and warm water.

• Wipe clean and dry thoroughly.

Re-Assembling the oven door inner glass

• Replace the top caps ensuring the clips snap back into position.

• Fully open the door, rotate the stirrups back to their original position and close the door.

• When replacing the door inner glass, make sure the black dot is positioned as shown in the image (where applicable).

SAFETY WARNINGS ABOUT CLEANING

• WARNING : ALWAYS make sure that the cooker is turned off before cleaning.

• CAUTION :

• ALWAYS clean cooker immediately after use.
• DO NOT use steam cleaners. These may cause moisture build-up, especially in the glass door.
• DO NOT use caustic based cleaners or harsh abrasives. These will damage your oven.

Door glass

• DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OVEN

Getting to know your new oven with this simple ‘Test Cake’

When baking, it is normal to experience some slight variation in temperature throughout the oven, resulting in minor differences in colour of the items being baked. You may need to rotate items whilst cooking to ensure an even colour.

SIMPLE ‘Test Cake’

125g butter, softened to room temperature

1 cup caster sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence

4 large eggs

2 cups self-raising flour Pinch of salt

4 tablespoons (80ml ) full-cream milk

Method:

1. Butter base and sides of two, 20cm straight-sided round or square cake pans. Then line the base with grease proof paper or baking paper.

2. Preheat oven to moderate 180˚C (170˚C fan forced) for 30 minutes and ensure oven shelf is in position 2 of the oven.

3. Cream softened butter and sugar until light in colour.

4. Add vanilla essence.

5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

6. Sift flour and salt into the mixture and beat until well combined.

7. Add milk and beat or stir to combine.

8. Spoon mixture equally between prepared cake pans.

9. Bake in preheated oven, position 2 for about 25 to 35 minutes. Tip: Insert a fine cake skewer into the cake mix. If it comes out clean, or if the edges of the cake have come away slightly from the sides of the cake pan, the cake is ready.

10. Remove from oven and place on wire cake rack and rest for 5 minutes before removing from cake pans. Cool completely.

To Serve: sandwich together with your favourite jam or conserve, and dust top with pure icing sugar.

NOTE: if desired, substitute butter for either margarine or olive oil spread.

Recipe is based on the Australian standard metric 250ml cup and 20ml tablespoon sets.

OVEN GUIDE

The following is intended as a guide. Cooking variation is natural and to be expected. You should experiment with times, temperatures and recipes to obtain the best results to your own taste. Get to know your oven before making a service call. Where the gas models vary from the electric models, details for gas cooking is shown in brackets. For best results when baking, preheat your oven for 30 minutes.

* Shelf position is counted from the bottom shelf up. Bottom shelf position is 1.

# Turn down temperatures shown.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you have a problem with your appliance check the following before you ring the call service.

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