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Provides details on operational hours for customer support.
Section to record model and serial numbers for customer care calls.
Guidance for users located outside the UK and Northern Ireland.
Location and details found on the appliance's data badge.
Details on gas type, category, pressure, and electrical supply.
Technical data for hotplate burners and injector markings.
Lists the countries for which the appliance is intended.
Instructions regarding safe gas and electrical connections.
Details on fulfilling the terms for the appliance's first-year guarantee.
Guidance on cleaning the appliance before first use.
Steps for initial setup, including burner aeration and ignition.
Procedures for converting the appliance between gas types.
Information on applying new labels after conversion.
Detailed steps for connecting the appliance to the mains electrical supply.
Instructions for attaching the appliance's door handle securely.
Steps for connecting the appliance to the gas supply line.
Procedure to confirm all gas connections are leak-free after installation.
Detailed steps for installing the stability bracket.
Instructions on how to ensure the cooker is level using its adjustable feet.
Initial steps before installing, including cable routing and pipework.
Required clearances around the appliance for safe operation.
Provides the overall width, depth, and height of the appliance.
Importance of checking local gas pressure and compatibility.
Detailed requirements for room ventilation based on volume and other appliances.
Lists relevant UK regulations and standards for gas appliance installation.
Reference to Irish standards for gas appliance installation.
Steps for connecting the appliance to the gas supply line.
Procedure to confirm all gas connections are leak-free after installation.
Detailed steps for connecting the appliance to the mains electrical supply.
Steps for initial setup, including burner aeration and ignition.
Procedures for converting the appliance between gas types.
Detailed steps for converting hotplate burners.
Detailed steps for converting hotplate bypass pins.
Information on applying new labels after conversion.
Guidance on how to move the appliance without causing damage.
Instructions for fitting a stability bracket for safety.
Recommendations for ensuring adequate ventilation in the kitchen.
Steps to take if the appliance's ignition system fails.
Advice on handling and cleaning glass door panels to prevent breakage.
Step-by-step guide for replacing the oven's internal light bulb.
Manufacturer's environmental commitment and packaging disposal guidance.
Guidance on how to move the appliance without causing damage.
Instructions for fitting a stability bracket for safety.
Recommendations for ensuring adequate ventilation in the kitchen.
Steps to take if the appliance's ignition system fails.
Advice on handling and cleaning glass door panels to prevent breakage.
Step-by-step guide for replacing the oven's internal light bulb.
Manufacturer's environmental commitment and packaging disposal guidance.
Guidance on the environmentally friendly disposal of packaging materials.
Warning to keep children away from the appliance while in use.
Guidance on using the appliance only for its intended domestic cooking purpose.
Reminders to remove packaging and read instructions before use.
Advice on managing electrical leads to prevent hazards.
Warning to keep flammable items away from the hot appliance.
Cautionary advice regarding hot parts during and after use.
Advice to be careful of steam when opening oven doors.
Warning against using foil on shelves or blocking the oven flue.
Caution against draping tea towels over flue vents.
Warning about the fire hazard of using foil with the grill.
Instruction to use oven gloves when handling hot cookware.
Advice on safely handling heavy items, like turkeys, in the oven.
Instruction not to place items on the oven door when it is open.
Prohibition of using the appliance to heat a room.
Mandate for competent persons to perform installation, servicing, and maintenance.
Suggestion to have the gas appliance serviced regularly.
Reminder to ensure all controls are in the off position after cooking.
Warning to keep children away from the appliance while in use.
Guidance on using the appliance only for its intended domestic cooking purpose.
Reminders to remove packaging and read instructions before use.
Advice on managing electrical leads to prevent hazards.
Warning to keep flammable items away from the hot appliance.
Cautionary advice regarding hot parts during and after use.
Advice to be careful of steam when opening oven doors.
Warning against using foil on shelves or blocking the oven flue.
Caution against draping tea towels over flue vents.
Warning about the fire hazard of using foil with the grill.
Instruction to use oven gloves when handling hot cookware.
Advice on safely handling heavy items, like turkeys, in the oven.
Instruction not to place items on the oven door when it is open.
Prohibition of using the appliance to heat a room.
Mandate for competent persons to perform installation, servicing, and maintenance.
Suggestion to have the gas appliance serviced regularly.
Reminder to ensure all controls are in the off position after cooking.
Procedure for igniting the hob burners using the control knobs.
Instructions on how to correctly switch off the hob burners.
How to adjust burners for simmering and using the simmer symbol.
Information about slight popping noises from hob burners.
Guidance on using flat-based, stable pans suitable for the hob.
Advice on centering pans on burners and avoiding overhangs.
Warning to never leave unattended when cooking with fat or oil.
Instruction to position pan handles safely away from children.
Caution against using commercial simmering aids that can cause damage.
Warning not to use pans that overhang the hob supports.
Guidance on using the auxiliary burner for simmering and small pans.
Use cases for semi-rapid burners, including larger pans and fish kettles.
Ideal uses for the rapid burner, such as boiling and frying.
Recommended minimum and maximum pan base diameters for each burner.
Advice on using gas efficiently and notes on cleaning spillages.
Procedure for igniting the hob burners using the control knobs.
Instructions on how to correctly switch off the hob burners.
How to adjust burners for simmering and using the simmer symbol.
Information about slight popping noises from hob burners.
Guidance on using flat-based, stable pans suitable for the hob.
Advice on centering pans on burners and avoiding overhangs.
Warning to never leave unattended when cooking with fat or oil.
Instruction to position pan handles safely away from children.
Caution against using commercial simmering aids that can cause damage.
Warning not to use pans that overhang the hob supports.
Warnings about hot accessible parts and keeping children away.
Information on the fixed rate dual grill and its setting options.
Procedure for operating the grill control knob.
Recommendation to preheat the grill for optimal results.
Explanation of the cooling fan's function during and after grilling.
Instructions on how to correctly attach and detach the grill pan handle.
Advice on using the grill trivet, shelf positions, and cooking methods.
Specific warning against using foil with the grill due to fire hazard.
Warnings about hot accessible parts and keeping children away.
Information on the fixed rate dual grill and its setting options.
Procedure for operating the grill control knob.
Recommendation to preheat the grill for optimal results.
Explanation of the cooling fan's function during and after grilling.
Instructions on how to correctly attach and detach the grill pan handle.
Guidelines and cautions for cleaning hob burner caps and heads.
Importance of correctly repositioning burner caps for safe operation.
Methods for cleaning oven shelves, runners, and grill pan trivets.
Instructions for cleaning glass panels without scratching.
Procedures for cleaning fascia, handles, and oven sides.
Warning about using cleaning agents that may damage the appliance.
Advice on cleaning after roasting and using mild cleaning agents.
Instructions for cleaning control knobs and programmer buttons.
Methods for cleaning grill pan, supports, and oven compartments.
Advice for cleaning oven sides and back, especially after high temperatures.
Methods for cleaning oven shelves, runners, and grill pan trivets.
Instructions for cleaning glass panels without scratching.
Procedures for cleaning fascia, handles, and oven sides.
Guidelines and cautions for cleaning hob burner caps and heads.
Importance of correctly repositioning burner caps for safe operation.
Warning about using cleaning agents that may damage the appliance.
Advice on cleaning after roasting and using mild cleaning agents.
Instructions for cleaning control knobs and programmer buttons.
Methods for cleaning grill pan, supports, and oven compartments.
Advice for cleaning oven sides and back, especially after high temperatures.
Warnings about hot parts and avoiding foil on the oven base.
Description of the top oven as a conventional oven not controlled by the programmer.
Instructions for switching the top oven on and off using the control knob.
Explanation of the cooling fan's operation for the top oven.
Function of the red thermostat indicator neon and oven lights.
A guide to cooking times and temperatures for various baked goods.
Factors influencing cooking times and temperature adjustments.
General advice on selecting shelf positions for baking.
Details on using the conventional oven mode for traditional cooking.
Explanation of temperature variation within the top oven.
Advice on cooking multiple dishes by utilizing temperature zones.
Guidance on when and how to preheat the top oven.
A guide to cooking times and temperatures for various baked goods.
Factors influencing cooking times and temperature adjustments.
General advice on selecting shelf positions for baking.
Details on using the conventional oven mode for traditional cooking.
Explanation of temperature variation within the top oven.
Advice on cooking multiple dishes by utilizing temperature zones.
Guidance on when and how to preheat the top oven.
How the oven automatically switches off at a set time.
Procedures for switching off the alarm and returning to manual operation.
How to cancel programmed cooking times before they start.
Explanation of the 'Auto' symbol's appearance and disappearance.
A step-by-step example of setting up a delayed cooking time.
How to set the duration for automatic cooking.
How to set the desired time for the oven to finish cooking.
Understanding the 'Auto' and 'Cookpot' symbols during programming.
An example of setting a specific time for the oven to switch off.
Explanation of the symbols displayed during programmed cooking.
Description of the buttons used for the programmer: minute minder, cook time, ready time, plus/minus.
How to set the programmer for manual oven operation.
Procedure to set and cancel the minute minder timer.
How to set the programmer for manual oven operation.
Procedure to set and cancel the minute minder timer.
An example of setting a specific time for the oven to switch off.
Explanation of the symbols displayed during programmed cooking.
A step-by-step example of setting up a delayed cooking time.
How to set the duration for automatic cooking.
How to set the desired time for the oven to finish cooking.
Understanding the 'Auto' and 'Cookpot' symbols during programming.
How the oven automatically switches off at a set time.
Procedures for switching off the alarm and returning to manual operation.
How to cancel programmed cooking times before they start.
Explanation of the 'Auto' symbol's appearance and disappearance.
Warnings about hot parts and avoiding foil on the oven base.
Details about the main oven being fanned and programmable.
How to operate the main oven control knob.
Directs users to relevant sections for automatic cooking.
Function of the red thermostat indicator neon.
How to switch on the oven lights.
Guidance on when and how to preheat the main oven.
Differences and advantages of cooking with a fan oven compared to conventional.
Advantages of fan ovens for batch baking due to even temperature.
Advice on reducing temperatures from conventional recipes for fan ovens.
Benefit of no flavour transfer in fan ovens, allowing mixed food cooking.
Tips for using shelves effectively, especially for foods that rise.
Reduced fat splashing and easier cleaning with fan oven roasting.
Notes on shelf positions and dish interchangeability for fan ovens.
Using the main oven for defrosting frozen food or cooling cooked food.
Approximate defrosting times for different types and sizes of food.
Critical safety advice regarding defrosting, including weight limits and cross-contamination.
How to use the automatic cooking facility with the programmer.
Steps to prepare food for automatic cooking, including choosing fresh ingredients.
Guidance on which foods are best suited for automatic cooking.
Examples of dishes that should not be cooked automatically.
Recommended practices for automatic cooking in the main oven.
Prohibited practices for automatic cooking in the main oven.
How to use the main oven for defrosting and cooling food.
Approximate times for defrosting various food items.
Critical safety points for defrosting food to prevent contamination.
Warnings about hot parts and avoiding foil on the oven base.
Details about the main oven being fanned and programmable.
How to operate the main oven control knob.
Directs users to relevant sections for automatic cooking.
Function of the red thermostat indicator neon.
How to switch on the oven lights.
Guidance on when and how to preheat the main oven.
Warning about food poisoning organisms in warm conditions and avoiding automatic cooking.
Tips for using automatic cooking, like adjusting time for cold start.
Advice on adding ingredients like wine, beer, or potatoes before serving.
Using lemon juice to prevent discolouration of fruits and vegetables.
Instructions for slow roasting joints of meat or poultry.
Factors affecting roasting times and advice for thawing frozen meat.
Benefits of using a trivet with a roasting tin for cleanliness.
Additional tips for roasting stuffed meat, foil-cooked items, and small joints.
How to use the automatic cooking facility with the programmer.
Steps to prepare food for automatic cooking, including choosing fresh ingredients.
Guidance on which foods are best suited for automatic cooking.
Examples of dishes that should not be cooked automatically.
Tips for baking fruit cakes, noting oven variations and tin sizes.
Detailed advice on roasting a turkey, including cooking times and testing for doneness.
How to position shelves and dishes for optimal air circulation.
Explanation of shelf numbering and recommended positions.
Recommended maximum sizes for baking trays and roasting tins.
Specifics on slow cooking temperatures and times, and weight limits.
Table of approximate cooking times for beef, lamb, pork, and poultry.
Further advice on roasting, including stuffed items and foil cooking.
Positive actions to take when using the automatic cooking feature.
Negative actions to avoid when using the automatic cooking feature.
More details on slow cooking, including temperature and weight limits.
A guide to roasting times and temperatures for different meats.
Further advice for successful roasting.
How to use the main oven for defrosting and cooling food.
Approximate times for defrosting various food items.
Critical safety points for defrosting food to prevent contamination.
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