Chef cooking CFG503WA

Questions and Answers

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Mary NewmanAug 20, 2025
What to do if my Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances oven, grill, or hob is not working?
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  Alexander LopezAug 20, 2025
  If your Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances are not working, first ensure that the electricity or gas is turned on. Check the fuses or circuit breaker. For gas appliances, make sure flame ports and ignition areas are clean and dry, the gas supply is on, and the cap/crown is correctly fitted. Also, make sure the correct knob is turned. If the fuse continues to blow, call the Service Centre. Replace or tighten light globes where fitted.
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Scott GonzalezAug 22, 2025
How to fix uneven cooking in my Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances oven?
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  Linda FrankAug 22, 2025
  To fix uneven cooking in your Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, make sure to select a shelf position that puts the food in the center of the oven. Try using different trays or dishes if the oven tray is too large. Ensure trays are placed in the center. Rotate the food during cooking to promote even air flow. If you are using bake modes, remove the grill tray from the oven.
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qortizAug 25, 2025
Why are my baked products too brown on top in my Chef cooking CFG503WA oven?
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  Troy RichardAug 25, 2025
  If your baked products are browning too much on top when using Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, ensure the oven is preheated. Use baking tins of the correct size for the recipe. Stagger baking tins, ensuring they are at least 3cm apart from each other and the oven walls. Also, ensure products are evenly sized and spaced on the trays.
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Kevin SmithAug 26, 2025
Why are my baked products too brown on the bottom in my Chef cooking CFG503WA Kitchen Appliances oven?
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  Alicia CrawfordAug 27, 2025
  If your baked goods are browning too much on the bottom in your Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances oven, try using baking tins of the correct size, and switch to shiny, light-colored tins; or lower the temperature by 10°C. Cook one shelf higher in the oven. Avoid opening the oven door frequently, especially before half the cooking time has passed, and lower the baking temperature if it's too high. Also, remove the grill tray from the oven when using bake modes.
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Charles McgrathAug 28, 2025
How to prevent cakes from having a cracked, thick crust in my Chef cooking CFG503WA Kitchen Appliances oven?
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  jrosarioAug 28, 2025
  If your cakes have a cracked, thick crust when using Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, lower the oven temperature and cook the food one shelf higher. Ensure you mix the cake batter just long enough to combine the ingredients. Check the size of the baking tin and use the recommended size. Also, switch to shiny, light-colored tins.
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Jose RodriguezAug 30, 2025
What to do if baked products are pale, flat, and undercooked in my Chef cooking CFG503WA oven?
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  Luke PowellAug 30, 2025
  If baked products are pale, flat, and undercooked when using Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, raise the oven temperature and cook one shelf higher. Increase the cooking time and make sure you are using the correct size baking tin.
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Tiffany ClarkSep 1, 2025
Why do my cakes fall in the center when using my Chef cooking CFG503WA Kitchen Appliances oven?
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  chandanaSep 1, 2025
  If cakes are falling in the center when using Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, raise the oven temperature and increase the cooking time. Check the recipe to ensure the proportions of ingredients are correct. Also, avoid opening the oven door until the last quarter of the cooking time.
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Shari Jackson DDSSep 3, 2025
How can I get roast meat and potatoes to brown in my Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances fan oven?
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  Allen CostaSep 3, 2025
  To improve the browning of roast meat and potatoes in your Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances fan oven, elevate the food onto a rack to allow better air circulation. Also, remove the grill tray from the oven when using bake modes.
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Adam WilliamsSep 5, 2025
How to prevent juices from running out of meat when cooking with Chef cooking CFG503WA?
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  Gary WattsSep 5, 2025
  To avoid juices running out of the meat when cooking with Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, do not pierce the meat with a fork; instead, turn it with tongs.
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pleeSep 7, 2025
How to stop grilled meats from being overcooked outside but raw inside with Chef cooking CFG503WA?
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  David HughesSep 7, 2025
  To prevent grilled meats from being overcooked on the outside and raw in the center when using Chef cooking Kitchen Appliances, grill at a lower insert position.

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Grill Warnings

Safety precautions specific to using the grill function to prevent fire hazards.

Oven Warnings

Safety precautions for using the oven, including avoiding hot surfaces and lining the oven.

Hotplate and Burner Warnings

Safety precautions for using hotplates and burners, including cookware overhang and burner cap position.

General Appliance Description

Overview of the cooker's main components and features for user understanding.

Operating for the First Time

Utensil Selection for Hotplates

Guidance on selecting appropriate cookware for optimal use on gas and electric hotplates.

Installation and Service Warnings

Crucial warnings regarding installation and servicing by authorized personnel to prevent hazards.

Pre-Operation Checks

Essential steps to follow before the initial operation of the appliance for safety and performance.

Installing Oven Accessories

Fitting Oven Shelves

Instructions for correctly inserting and removing oven shelves, noting orientation and shelf positions.

Fitting the Grill Dish

Guidance on how to properly fit the grill dish for use in separate grill or oven-in-grill models.

Replacing the Oven Light

Safety warning and instructions for replacing the oven light bulb to avoid electric shock.

Assembling Grill Tray Handle

Step-by-step visual guide for assembling the grill tray handle.

Using the Gas Cooker

Gas Oven Features and Controls

Identification and explanation of controls for various gas oven models like CFG504, CFG503, CFG515, CFG517.

Conventional Gas Oven Baking

Explanation of how conventional baking works in the gas oven, including temperature distribution.

Fan Forced Gas Oven Baking

Explanation of fan-forced baking in gas ovens and recommended temperature adjustments.

Gas Hotplate Operation

Information on gas hotplate assembly, burner components, and correct usage for cooking.

Gas Oven Burner Flame Characteristics

Description of the gas oven burner flame appearance and its implications for cooking.

Lighting Gas Hotplate, Grill and Oven

Instructions for lighting the hotplates, grill, and oven using electronic or manual ignition methods.

Using the Electric Cooker

Electric Oven Features and Controls

Identification and explanation of controls for various electric oven models like CFE532, CFE536, CFE535, CFE547.

Solid Hotplate Information

Information on solid hotplate appearance changes during heating and recommended maintenance.

Ceramic Hotplate Care

Information and safety advice for ceramic hotplates, including care for the glass surface.

Electric Oven Conventional Baking

Explanation of conventional baking using electric elements and temperature distribution within the oven.

Electric Oven Fan Forced Baking

Explanation of fan-forced baking in electric ovens and recommended temperature adjustments.

General Hints and Tips

Grill Usage Guidance

Specific tips for using the grill function with doors open or closed for optimal results.

Baking and Oven Usage Advice

General advice for baking, including preheating, cookware choice, and shelf positioning.

General Operation Tips

General operational advice, including managing condensation and steam during cooking.

Cooker Cleaning and Maintenance

Comprehensive advice for cleaning the oven, hotplates, burners, and stainless steel surfaces.

Getting to Know Your Oven

Understanding Oven Performance with a Test Cake

A guide to understanding oven performance and potential variations using a simple test cake recipe.

Test Cake Method

Step-by-step instructions for preparing and baking the test cake to learn oven characteristics.

Oven Guide

Food Baking Temperatures and Times

Guide for baking temperatures and times for various foods in conventional and fan-forced oven modes.

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cooking Guide

Recommended cooking temperatures and times per kilogram for different meats, poultry, and fish.

Trouble Shooting

Cooking Performance Issues

Troubleshooting for uneven cooking, browning problems, and pale or undercooked results.

Baking and Cake Structure Problems

Solutions for cakes with cracked crusts, fallen centres, or other structural baking issues.

Meat and Grilling Issues

Tips for roast browning, meat juiciness, and preventing curling during grilling.

Operational and Heating Problems

Troubleshooting for general operational issues, heating problems, and unit smoking or odours.

Ancillary Function Issues

Addressing condensation issues, timer audibility, and tight oven shelf problems.

Installation

Location and Stability Requirements

Guidelines for selecting an appropriate installation location and ensuring appliance stability with anti-tilt plate.

Oven Door Handling

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing and reassembling the oven door.

Electrical Wiring and Connections

Essential electrical installation compliance, safety requirements, and hard wiring instructions.

Gas Requirements and Regulations

Requirements and regulations for installing the gas cooker, including gas types and pressures.

Gas Injector and Pipe Sizing

Details on injector sizes for different burners and guidance on calculating suitable pipe sizes.

Gas Supply Connections and Operation

Instructions for gas supply connections, operating on LPG/Propane, and modifications for SNG.

Gas Cooker Testing and Checks

Crucial steps for testing the gas cooker after installation, including supply and regulator checks.

Electrolux Warranty

Warranty Terms for Australia and New Zealand

Details warranty terms, conditions, and coverage for appliances purchased in Australia and New Zealand.

Important Notice Before Service Call

Essential steps to follow before calling for service or making a warranty claim.

Like to Know More?

Australia Customer Contact Information

Contact information for customer care and further details regarding Chef appliances in Australia.