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Instructions for installation professionals regarding product details and rating plate.
Guidance for appliance users on reading instructions, operation, and safety.
Importance of keeping the manual for reference and passing it to new owners.
Specifications and technical data of the cooker, including oven volumes and energy labels.
Essential precautions (ALWAYS) and prohibited actions (NEVER) for safe cooker operation.
Emergency procedure for handling chip pan fires and other pan fires.
Notes on ventilation for gas appliances and potential moisture production.
Critical earthing warning and mains electrical connection instructions.
Recommended placement, clearances, and levelling procedures for the cooker.
Safe moving procedures and compliance with radio interference standards.
Guidelines for choosing a suitable room for the cooker, including minimum room size.
Requirements for adequate air supply and ventilation in the room.
Technical specifications, gas connection, and electrical data for the appliance.
Clearance requirements for fixing and the levelling procedure using feet.
Steps for LPG conversion and connecting to the gas supply.
Unpacking checklist and information regarding cooker hood installation.
How to attach the stability chain to the cooker for safety.
Reinforces the critical safety requirement of earthing the appliance.
Procedures to verify correct operation after installation, including gas soundness.
Warning about hot surfaces and the importance of keeping cavities clean.
Overview of the appliance's control interface and key components.
Details about oven lights, fans, and 'Stay Clean' liners.
Information on oven doors, including inner glass.
Location of model and serial number labels on the appliance.
How to operate the gas burner control knobs for lighting and heat adjustment.
Operation of the oven's internal light via the control panel.
Explanation of the cooling fan's operation during and after cooking.
How to use the control for the grill function, including heat selection.
How to set the appliance's clock and time.
Functionality and setting of the minute minder timer.
How to program cooking modes, duration, and end times.
How to cancel a programmed cooking cycle.
Step-by-step guide on using the hotplate burners, including ignition.
Crucial safety guidelines for deep fat frying to prevent accidents.
Instructions on how to handle a fat fire incident safely.
Information on hob gas burner safety devices to prevent leaks.
How to operate and heat the top oven, including pilot light function.
Guidance on roasting meat and poultry in the top oven.
Using the top oven as a compartment for warming plates.
Recommended shelf positions for optimal cooking in the main oven.
Warning against placing food or utensils directly on the oven floor.
Guidance on adjusting temperature and cooking times for personal taste.
Advice on defrosting and cooking frozen meats and poultry.
Warning about hot parts during grilling and keeping children away.
Important safety rule: grilling should not be done with the grill door closed.
Step-by-step instructions for using the grill function.
Instructions for attaching and using the detachable grill pan handle.
Cooking times and temperatures for various baked goods in the top oven.
Cooking times and temperatures for various baked goods in the fan oven.
Cooking times and temperatures for meat and poultry in the top oven.
Cooking times and temperatures for meat and poultry in the fan oven.
Cleaning doors, panels, exteriors, and oven interiors.
Procedure for replacing the oven light bulb.
How to maintain and clean the 'Stay Clean' liners.
Safety warnings and essential precautions before cleaning the appliance.
Information on the self-cleaning enamel linings and their action.
Detailed procedure for replacing the oven light bulb, including safety.
Instructions for removing and cleaning oven door inner glass panels.
Critical warning about operating without inner door glass in position.
Cleaning methods for various cooker finishes like enamel, paint, and plastic.
Troubleshooting burner ignition and performance issues.
Addressing oven cooking speed and temperature inaccuracies.
Issues with timer display, auto-cook, and programming functions.
Troubleshooting oven lamp and main oven functionality faults.
Initial checks before calling service and instructions to ring service.
Information regarding spare parts and their exclusive use.
Safe and environmentally friendly disposal instructions for the product.
Guidelines for disposing of old electrical appliances according to WEEE directive.
Details on 12-month, 5-year, and extended guarantees and their conditions.
Information on service plans, kitchen cover, and appliance registration.
How to order spare parts and accessories from Hotpoint Spares Centres.
Recommendations for annual checks and keeping proof of purchase.
Key contact details for Hotpoint Service, Parts & Accessories, and Appliance Registration.
Overview of the Hotpoint service team and their capabilities.
Information on obtaining genuine replacement parts and accessory products.
How to register the appliance to activate the FREE 5 year parts guarantee.
Terms and conditions of the standard 12-month manufacturer's guarantee.
Details of the additional 5-year parts guarantee, conditional on registration.
Information about purchasing extended warranty plans for comprehensive coverage.
Details of the free helpdesk service for advice and technical assistance.