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Using The Oven
The oven is controlled by first selecting a cooking function with the function selector
knob (2) then turning the thermostat (1) to the required temperature.
When operated an indicator light (3) will immediately come On, and will go out when
the desired temperature is reached, subsequently switching On and Off at intervals
to indicate that the correct temperature is being maintained.
Function Description
Upper and lower heat
Upper and lower heat selects both the upper and lower elements
and is used to keep the whole oven at a uniform temperature.
Lower heat only
Lower heat only selects the bottom element. This option is used for
browning the bottom of food i.e. pizzas, and is also suitable for
casseroles and cook-in sauces
Upper heat only
Upper heat only selects the upper element. This option is used for
browning the top of food.
Main Oven Cookery Notes
The charts included in this booklet are intended to be a guide only, giving
approximate cooking temperatures and times. To suit personal taste and
requirements, it may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures. If large
quantities are being cooked it will be necessary to increase the cooking time
somewhat to compensate for the extra oven load.
It should be noted that at the end of a cooking period there may be a momentary
puff of steam when the oven door is opened, this will disperse in a few seconds and
is a perfectly normal characteristic of an oven with a good door seal.
Oven Utensils
To ensure even circulation do not use meat pans larger than
390 x 300mm (15ins x 12ins) and baking trays no larger than 330 x 255mm (13ins x
10ins), these should be positioned centrally on the oven shelf.
Food or cooking utensils should not be placed on the floor of the oven.
