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OPERATION
Temperature Control
The temperature in the oven is controlled by a thermostatic gas tap and is variable over
the range 130°C to 240°C. The table below provides a guide to the approximate
temperatures at each of the shelf positions with respect to the gas mark setting.
Good use can be made of the temperature variation between the shelf positions in several
dishes requiring different temperatures may be cooked at the same time. In this way
maximum benefit can be obtained from the gas used to heat the oven.
Care should be taken not to overload the oven, allow adequate spacing to ensure free
circulation of heat. When roasting with aluminium foil ensure the foil does not impair
circulation of heat or block any oven flue outlet.
Oven Temperature Zones
Gas
Mark
Dish
¼ - ½
90°C
110°C
130°C
Very cool
Meringues
1
110°C
130°C
150°C
Cool
Stewed fruit
2
120°C
140°C
160°C
Cool
Rich fruit cake, rice pudding
3
130°C
150°C
170°C
Warm
Baked custard, shortbread fingers
4
140°C
160°C
185°C
Moderate
Victoria sponge
5
155°C
180°C
200°C
Fairly hot
Whisked sponges, ginger nuts
6
170°C
190°C
215°C
Hot
Short crust pastry
7
185°C
210°C
230°C
Hot
Bread, scones, flaky pastry
8
200°C
220°C
245°C
Very hot
Puff pastry
9
215°C
240°C
260°C
Very hot
Quick browning
Do's and Don'ts
DO Read the user instructions carefully before first use of appliance.
DO Allow the burners to heat before using for the first time, in order to expel
any smells before the introduction of food.
DO Clean the appliance regularly.
DO Remove spills as soon as they occur.
DO Always use oven gloves when removing food shelves and trays from oven.
DO Check that controls are in the off position when finished.
DO NOT Allow children near the cooker when in use.
DO NOT Allow fats or oils to build up in the oven trays or base.
DO NOT Use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch appliance surfaces.
DO NOT Under any circumstances use the appliance as a space heater.
DO NOT Put heavy objects onto open grill and oven doors.
Leaks
If a smell of gas becomes apparent, the supply should be turned off at the cylinder
IMMEDIATELY. Extinguish naked lights including cigarettes and pipes. Do not operate
electrical switches. Open all doors and windows to disperse any gas escape.
Butane/Propane gas is heavier than air; any gas escaping will therefore collect at low
level. The strong unpleasant smell of gas will enable the general area of the leak to be
detected. Check that the gas is not escaping from an unlit appliance. Never check for
leaks with a naked flame; leak investigation should be carried out using a leak detector
spray.