Tricity Bendix R-238A, Operation Manual With Cookbook

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Before using the appliance
Rating plate
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This is usually situated on the front frame of
the appliance and can be seen upon opening
either the main or top oven door.
Alternatively the rating plate may also be
found on the back or top of some models
(where applicable).
•
The appliance must be protected by a
suitably rated fuse or circuit breaker.
•
The rating of the appliance is given on the
rating plate.
•
Do not remove the rating plate from the
appliance as this may invalidate the
guarantee.
Preparing to use your appliance
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Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft
cloth using hot soapy water. Wash the
furniture before use.
•
We suggest that you run the oven(s) and grill
for 10 – 15 minutes at maximum
temperature, to burn off any residue from
their surfaces. Accessible parts may become
hotter than in normal use. Children should be
kept away. During this period an odour may
be emitted, it is therefore advisable to open a
window for ventilation.
The cooling fan for the controls
•
The cooling fan comes on immediately when
the grill is switched on and after a short time
when the main oven is in use. It may run on
after the controls are switched off until the
appliance has cooled.
•
During the initial period the cooling fan may
turn on and off, this is quite normal.
WARNING!
Always allow the cooling fan to cool the
appliance down before switching off at the
wall prior to carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance work.
Condensation and steam
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When food is heated it produces steam similar
to a boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this
steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the appliance when opening the door(s) to
allow any build up of steam or heat to release.
•
If the steam comes into contact with a cool
surface on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a
trim, it will condense and produce water
droplets. This is quite normal and is not
caused by a fault on the appliance.
•
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and foodstuff from surfaces.
•
For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the
appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.
•
The use of a gas cooking apliance results in
the production of heat and moisture in the room
in which it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen
is well ventilated: keep natural ventillation holes
open or install a mechanical ventillation device
(mechanical extractor hood).
•
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may
call for additional ventilation, for example
opening of a window, or more effective
ventilation, for example increasing the level of
mechanical ventilation where present.
Cookware
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Do not use baking trays larger than 30cm x
30cm (12” x 12”) as they will restrict the
circulation of heat and may affect
performance.