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MAIN OVEN
RELIGHTING
THE BURNER
In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner control
and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one minute
COLD START
COOKING
Anything requiring long slow cooking such as casseroles and rich fruit cakes can be put in
to a cold oven. Satisfactory results can also be obtained with creamed mixture, rich pastries
or yeast mixtures, but for perfection we recommend preheating the oven for about 15
minutes
at the gas mark you require for cooking.
ROASTING OF
LARGE POULTRY
The maximum weight of poultry that can be accommodated is 8kg (18 Ibs) of suitable shape.
It is important to check that the bird DOES NOT overhang the burner at the back of the oven.
STORAGE AND
RE-HEATING
OF FOOD
It is vitally important to strictly adhere to the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to
prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
1. If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a clean container as quickly as
possible.
2. Completely thaw frozen food in the refrigerator before reheating.
3. Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven, Mk.
6,
and
then serve immediately.
4. Only re-heat food once.
‘COOK CHILL’
D I S H E S
These should always be placed in a pre-heated oven ideally on the first or second shelf
position. Follow the packet instructions for cooking time.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
If using Aluminium Foil:
1. Remember that it is important to increase the cooking time by one third.
2. Never allow the foil to touch the sides of the oven.
3. Never cover the oven interior with foil.
4. Never cover the oven shelves with foil.
