User Manual GAS COOKTOP
Freestanding cooker with flame safeguard gas cooktop and multi-function electric oven


Preparing your appliance for the first time
Auto Off timer

Setting the time
If you have purchased a model fitted with an electronic or programmable timer, you must set the time of day before you can operate your appliance.
After electrically connecting the appliance, you must set the time of the day before you can operate your oven.
Touch control electronic clock model (WFE915SD, and WFE916DSD)
NOTE: The clock has a 24-hour display.


Using your gas hot plates (All gas hob model)

To light a burner with this knob, firstly depress and turn anti-clockwise to the ‘High’ flame position. The knob maybe released once the flame is established and turned further anti-clockwise to reduce the flame height as desired.
Note 1: Gas control has limited movement.
Note 2: If the flame goes out when either knob is released, simply depress the knob again, this time holding it down for approximately 5 seconds.
Using your dual flame wok hot plates (WFE916DSD & WFEP917DSD)

To light the wok burner, depress the knob and turn anti-clockwise to ignite the inner and outer burners. The knob may be released when both inside and outside flames are established. Turning the knob further anti-clockwise will reduce the height of the outer flame.
Turning the knob to ‘Mid’ and further will distinguish the outer flame and control the height of the inner flame.
Turning the knob back to ‘High’ will reignite the outer flame.
Rapid Heat
Heat comes from the element surrounding the fan as well as the smaller element above the food. This allows you to preheat your oven 30% quicker than the standard “Bake”. “Rapid Heat” is ideal for cooking frozen pre-cooked foods such as savoury pastries, pizzas, mini meals (TV dinners), meat pies and fruit pies. Simply place the food in the oven straight from the freezer and heat - ideal for busy people.
AirFry
AirFry enables advanced convection cooking function without having to turn the food, giving crispy great tasting results in a shorter time without all the oil. This is suitable for french fries, chicken wings, nuggets and similar products
Fan Bake / Fan forced
Heat comes from the elements surrounding the fans. The fans circulate the hot air around the oven cavity so that you can put your food in different places in the oven and still cook them at the same time. You can use the “Fan Bake” function for multi-shelf cooking, reheating cooked foods, pastries and complete oven meals. It will cook at a lower temperature and be faster than baking. Please note that some variation in browning is normal.
EasyBake +Steam (WFEP917DSD model only)
EasyBake +Steam” adds humidity at the beginning of the baking process. In bakery products, this allows the dough to rise and helps create a moist interior while obtaining a golden and crispy crust. Before preheating, when the oven is cold, add water to the cavity well. Refer to chapter “EasyBake +Steam” for more details. For best results preheat the empty oven for 10 minutes prior to inserting food.
Bake/Pizza
Pizza” is a combination of “Base heat” and “Fan bake” and offers you the combined benefits of both functions. Heat comes from the element surrounding the fan as well as the clean heat element below the oven floor. The “Pizza” function is ideal for foods that require cooking and browning on the base. It is great for foods such as pizzas, quiches, meat pies and fruit pies. Simply place the food in the middle of the oven and set the desired temperature.
Base Heat
Heat comes from the element below the floor of the oven. The Element is controlled by the thermostat and will turn on and off to maintain the set temperature. The “Base Heat” function can be used to add extra browning to the bases of pizzas, pies and pastries. Cook in the lower half of the oven when you are using only one shelf. For best results, use silver or shiny trays.
Defrost
The “Defrost” function uses low temperature air that is circulated by the fans. You can defrost (thaw) your food before you cook it. You can also use “Defrost” to raise your yeast dough and to dry fruit, vegetables and herbs.
Fan Grill
Fan Grill” offers you the benefits of both “Bake” and traditional “Grill” functions. The grill element turns on and off to maintain the set temperature while the fans circulate the heated air. The oven door remains closed for fan grill. You can use “Fan Grill” for large cuts of meat to give you a result that is similar to “rotisserie” cooked meat. Put your food on a shelf in the second lowest shelf position. Put the grill dish on the lowest shelf position to catch any spills. When using “Fan Grill” it is not necessary to turn the food over during the cooking cycle. Set the temperature to 180°C
Grill
The “Grill” directs radiant heat from the powerful upper element onto the food. You can use the “Grill” function for tender cuts of meat, steak, chops, sausages, fish, cheese toasties and other quick cooking foods. Grill with the oven door closed. Preheat your grill for 3 minutes to get the best results. This will help seal in the natural juices of steak, chops etc. for a better flavour. You can slide your grill dish into either of the 2 spaces within the upper pairs of support rails.
Maxi Grill
Maxi Grill” directs radiant heat from 2 powerful upper elements onto the food. You can use the “Maxi Grill” function for tender cuts of meat, steak, chops, sausages, fish, cheese toasties and other quick cooking foods. Grill with the oven door closed. “Maxi Grill” allows you to take full advantage of the large grill dish area and will cook faster than normal “Grill”. For best results it is recommended to preheat your grill for 3 minutes. This will help seal in the natural juices of steak, chops etc. for a better flavour. You can slide your grill dish into either of the 2 spaces within the upper pairs of support rails.
Cooling/Venting fan
Your built-in appliance is fitted with a cooling fan. This prevents your kitchen cabinet from overheating and reduces the condensation inside the oven. It will operate whenever you are using your oven or grill and will blow warm air across the top of the oven door. In some appliances the cooling fan may continue to operate after the appliance is turned off. It will switch off by itself once oven is cool
Condensation
Excess condensation may fog the oven door. This may happen when you are cooking large quantities of food from a cold start. You can minimise condensation by:
NOTE: If you are using water in cooking, this will turn to steam and may condense outside your appliance. This is not a problem or fault with your oven.
Operating your oven temperature and function selectors (on selected models)
To set the oven, turn the function selector to the desired cooking function and then turn the temperature selector to the desired temperature. An indicator light above the temperature selector will come on. When the temperature is reached the heating source switches itself off and the indicator light goes out. When the oven temperature falls below the desired setting, the heating source switches on and the indicator light comes on again.
Once the food is cooked, turn the temperature selector off in an anti-clockwise direction. Do not force it right round in a clockwise direction as this will result in damage to the thermostat. Turn the multifunction selector off.
Preheating your oven with “Rapid Heat”
To preheat your oven select the “Rapid Heat” function.
This function allows your oven to reach the preset temperature quicker than any other cooking function.
On completion of cooking
120 minute “Auto off” timer
The 120 minute timer features an automatic oven cut off
This means that a cooking period of up to 120 minutes can be set. When the timer has counted back to “Auto off”, a bell will sound and the oven will automatically switch off.

Once automatic baking is complete, return to manual operation by setting the timer to the “OFF” mark.

Setting the time of day
Before the appliance can be used, the time must be set.
After the appliance has been electrically connected, ‘12:00’ will be displayed and the clock
icon will flash.
To set the time of day in hours and minutes touch the - or + symbols. Refer to the diagram above.
5 seconds after the last change, the clock
icon will disappear, confirming the time has been set. Once the time has been entered, the clock advances minute by minute.
NOTE: The clock has a 24 hour display.
Change the time of day (Daylight saving)
icon begins flashing.
icon will disappear, confirming the time has been set.Setting the timer
icon begins flashing.
icon will stop flashing and the countdown will start in minutes.Setting the cooking duration
icon begins flashing.
icon will stop flashing, and the time of day will be displayed.NOTE: Do not forget to add preheating time if necessary.
Setting the cooking end time
icon begins flashing.NOTE: To stop the beeper, touch any symbol.
Setting the delayed start cooking time
and end time
as described in the relevant sections. Once both the cook time
and end time
have been set, the cook time
and end time
icons will stop flashing and the current time of day will be displayed.To check or cancel settings
icon flashes. Touch and hold the symbol until the clock no longer reverses (a beep will be heard). If temperature and function knobs are still at a setting, the oven will start once the end time
icon stops flashing.
icon flashes. Touch and hold the symbol until the clock no longer reverses (at 0:00 a beep will be heard). This automatically cancels ‘auto shut off’. If the temperature and function knobs are still at a setting, the oven will start once the cook time
icon stops flashing. Because ‘auto off’ is cancelled the oven will continue to heat until it is manually turned off.On completion of cooking
The oven will turn off, the timer will beep and the end time
and/or cook time
icons will flash.
Switching the clock display ON and OFF
NOTE: If a timer mode is set, then it is not possible to switch the display off.
Setting the countdown timer
Use this for timing any activity, for example baking bread.
button, the display will flash.
button again and adjusting using + or -. 5 seconds after the last change the timer will stop flashing, confirming the timer has been set.
button, the display will flash. Then touch and hold
and TEMP buttons until the timer is cleared.NOTE: The clock display cannot be selected when the timer is operating.
Elapsed Time
When an oven function is selected (other than pyrolytic clean) an elapsed timer commences on the display.
To reset this timer touch and hold both the
and TEMP buttons until the timer is reset.
Displaying the oven temperature
During operation of the oven the current oven temperature during pre-heating of the oven can be displayed by touching the button. During normal operation the set temperature can be reviewed by touching the button.
NOTE: this temperature will only be displayed for approximately 5 seconds.
Light operation
During operation of the oven the light can be switched off by touching and holding the
button until the light turns off. Also the light can be turned on from the standby state by touching and holding the
button until the light comes on.
Activating the child-proof lock
When the child lock is engaged, the oven cannot be operated and the door cannot be opened.
and buttons at the same time until the word ‘SAFE’ is displayed and a double beep is sounded. The word SAFE will be replaced by a padlock symbol on the display after 5 seconds.Releasing the child-proof lock
Touch and hold the
and buttons at the same time until a double beep is sounded. This will commence to unlock the door and after 5 seconds the oven is ready for use.
Activating the function lock
The active function can be locked so it is not changed unintentionally.
and TEMP together until ‘Loc’ is displayed.Safety Cut-out feature
The oven automatically switches itself off if the temperature is not adjusted or the appliance is left operating after a period of time. The oven switches itself off after:
DEMO Mode
The oven can be set to operate in a demo mode (e.g. in a retail store). In this mode the display works and functions can be set but the oven does not actually heat. When in this mode the text ‘DEMO’ will be lit. The following instructions show how to enter and exit ‘Demo’ mode.
To disable DEMO mode repeat steps 1 - 3.
Get to know your new oven with this ‘Simple Test Cake’
Although we strive for a perfect performing oven, it’s possible that there will be some variation in colour when baking. Therefore, we suggest this simple, easy and delicious to make Simple Test Cake, it can help you understand your new oven. All ovens do sometimes have hot or cold spots, therefore it is important to judge with your eye as you may require to rotate during baking.
‘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:
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 shelf location
Your freestanding oven has 5 positions for mounting the shelves or grill dish carrier. These are numbered from 1 (the lowest shelf position) to 5 (the highest shelf position). See diagram.

To give maximum space above and below the shelves, load them in this way:
NOTE: Use the oven efficiently, by cooking many trays of food at the same time e.g. 2 trays of scones, small cakes or sausage rolls.
Choosing the best oven settings
The following table is intended as a guide and experience may show some variation in cooking times necessary to meet individual requirements. We recommend that you preheat your oven for 30 minutes.
Modes without Oven Fan

Modes with Oven Fan

EasyBake + Steam function

AirFry Cooking Guide
We recommend that you pre-heat the oven for 5 minutes for the best AirFry performance.

NOTES:
These were the foods that best performed using the AirFry tray.
A tray should be placed on the bottom shelf position covered with foil to catch any of the fat.
WARNING: Always clean the grill/oven dish after every use. Excessive fat build up may cause a fire.
Grilling is conducted with the oven door closed
As a method of cooking, grilling can be used to:
This table shows how to grill different types of meat:

Guide to better grilling

No definite times can be given for grilling because this depends on your own tastes and the size of the food. These times should only be used as a guide and remember to turn the food over halfway through the cooking process.
For better grilling results, follow these easy instructions:
Fan Grill
The “Fan Grill” assists the grilling process by circulating the heat evenly around the food. The recommended temperature setting is 180°C for all fan grilling functions.
WIPE OFF ANY OIL OR FAT WHICH SPATTERS WHILE THE OVEN IS STILL WARM.
| PROBLEM |
CAUSES |
REMEDIES |
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| Uneven cooking |
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Baked products too brown on top |
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| Baked products too brown on bottom |
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Cakes have a cracked, thick crust |
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| Baked products are pale, flat and undercooked |
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Cakes fallen in the centre |
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| Roast meat and potatoes not browning in fan oven |
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Juices running out of meat |
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Grilled meats overcooked on outside and raw in the centre |
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Grilled chops and steaks curling |
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WARNING
Stainless steel
WARNING
NOTE: Make sure you follow the polish or brushing lines in the stainless steel.
Glass
WARNING
Gas hotplate
Oven
Grill
Removing the trays and shelves from your appliance

Removing the side racks or shelf supports

Cleaning your oven door
The oven door has been designed to allow the two inner door glasses to be removed for cleaning without removing the door from the product.
Removing the inner door glass for cleaning:

Re-assembling the door glass panels:

Cleaning your oven door
WARNING
WARNING: Make sure the appliance power is switched off at the isolating switch before you remove or replace parts, to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Changing the light globes
Storage compartment (selected models)
The storage compartment is accessible through the pivoting door.
Unused oven racks and grill dishes can be stored here.
WARNING: DO NOT store flammable or combustible items in the storage compartments. This is not a compartment for warming food.

Faults
If there is a problem with the oven and/or grill, please:
NOTE: We may charge for service even in the guarantee period if your problem is due to the causes listed below.
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PROBLEM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE | WHAT TO DO |
|---|---|---|
| Oven or grill not working |
Power not turned on Household fuse blown Controls incorrectly set Circuit breaker tripped Clock not set Demo Mode ‘ON’ (for WFE946, WVE916, WVEP916 & WFEP915) Child Lock ‘ON’ (for WFE946 & WFE916) |
Switch on electricity Check fuses Reset controls Check circuit breaker Set time of day on timer Deactivate DEMO Mode. Refer to ‘Using your oven’ Deactivate Child Lock. Refer to ‘Using your oven’ |
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Oven not heating enough |
Foil or trays on bottom of oven Oven not pre-heated |
Remove foil or trays Pre-heat oven for 30 mins |
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Light & fans on continuously |
Timer not in manual mode |
Set timer to manual mode |
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Oven not working |
Timer not in manual mode Household fuse blown |
Set timer to manual mode Check fuses |
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Oven light not working |
Household fuse blown Circuit breaker tripped Lamp blown or loose in socket |
Check fuses Check circuit breaker Replace or tighten lamp |
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Cooker smoking when first used |
Protective oils being removed |
Turn grill on high for 30 mins and then the oven on 220°C for 1 hour |
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Too much condensation building up when baking |
Too much water used when cooking |
Reduce amount of water Leave oven door open after cooking |
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Smells when first using oven |
Protective oils being removed |
This is normal |
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Timer flashing |
Power failure or interruption |
Reset time of day |
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Burner will not light even though the sparker is working |
Knob not held down long enough in ‘High’ position for flame safeguard (where fitted) to engage Gas supply valve turned off Wrong knob turned off Port blockage in ignition area Ignition spark plugs wet or dirty |
Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob down for 5 seconds in ‘High‘ position Turn on gas supply to appliance Ensure the knob you are turning corresponds to the burner you wish to light Ensure the ports in the ignition area are clean and dry Dry or clean ignition spark plugs |
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No spark is obtained when control knob is activated |
Electricity supply is disconnected or switched off Ignition spark plugs wet ordirty |
Switch on electricity or check fuses Dry or clean ignition spark plugs |
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Flames uneven or tending to lift |
Flame ports blocked or wet Burner incorrectly fitted |
Clean or dry flame ports Ensure this component is fitted correctly |
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Flames not staying on when knob released |
Knob not held down long enough in ‘High’ position for flame safeguard (where fitted) to engage Knob not set between ‘High’ and ‘Low’ Dirt or spillage on flame safeguard sensor (where fitted) |
Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob down for 5 seconds in ‘High‘ position Knob MUST be set between these positions Clean flameguard sensor tip |
| Low heat, slow cooking | Incorrect cooking pot or pan being used |
Refer to cooktop section for correct selection |
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Benchtop or knobs overheating |
Incorrect cooking pot or pan being used Pot or pan not located on burner properly |
Refer to cooktop section for correct selection Ensure pot or pan is centrally located on burner |
| Shelf or telescopic runner slides out when door is opened |
Oven cavity is not level with the ground |
Perform a check using a level to verify cause (refer to installation section). If not level refer to installer |
| Oven seal is loose |
The oven seal is only attached at each corner. It may seem like a loose fit but when the oven door is closed it will function correctly |
No action necessary |
Reference file: Westinghouse WFEP917DSD 90cm dual fuel pyrolytic freestanding cooker
Additionally, the document applies to other Westinghouse models: WFE904SD, WFE915SD, WFE916DSD