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GETTING TO KNOW THE OVEN
CARE AND CLEANING
Get to know the oven with this ‘Simple Test Cake’
Although we strive for a perfect performing oven, it’s
possible that there will be some variation in colour
when baking. Therefore, we suggest this simple, easy
and delicious to make Simple Test Cake, it can help you
understand your new oven. All ovens do sometimes have
hot or cold spots, therefore it is important to judge with
your eye as you may require to rotate during baking.
‘Simple Test Cake’
125g butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence
4 large eggs
2 cups self-raising flour
pinch of salt
4 tablespoons (80mL) full-cream milk
Method:
Butter base and sides of 2, 20cm straight-sided round or
square cake pans. Then line the base with grease proof or
baking paper.
Preheat oven to moderate ‘180
o
C’ (170
o
C fan forced) and
ensure oven shelf is in the centre position of oven.
Cream softened butter and sugar until light in colour.
Add vanilla essence.
Then add eggs one at a time, beating well after
each addition.
Sift flour and salt into the mixture and beat until well
combined.
Add milk and beat or stir to combine.
Spoon mixture equally between prepared cake pans.
Bake in preheated oven, middle shelf for about 25 to 35
minutes or until when tested with a fine cake skewer it
comes out clean or the edges of the cakes have come
away slightly from the sides of the cake pans.
Remove from oven to wire cake rack and rest for 5
minutes before removing from cake pans.
Cool completely.
To Serve: sandwich together with your favourite jam or
conserve, and dust top with pure icing sugar.
NOTE: If desired substitute butter for either margarine
or olive oil spread. Recipe is based on the Australian
standard metric 250mL cup and 20mL tablespoon sets.
GETTING TO KNOW THE OVEN
WARNING
WARNING
Ensure the oven is electrically isolated before cleaning.
This can be done by switching off the appliance via
the powerpoint or isolating switch (if available), or the
switchboard.
Do not use steam cleaners, as this may cause moisture
build up.
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use sharp metal implements or utensils on any
surface, as these may leave permanent scratches or
marks.
Enamel
Rub persistent stains vigorously with a nylon scourer or
creamed powder cleansers.
NOTE: You can also use household oven enamel cleaners -
follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners,
steel wool or wax polishes on enamel.
Do not line the bottom of the oven or grill with foil
or cookware.
Stainless steel
All grades of stainless steel can stain, discolour or become
greasy. You must clean these areas regularly by following
the procedures below, if you want your appliance to look
its best, perform well and have a long life.
WARNING
WARNING
Care must be taken when wiping exposed stainless steel
edges.…they can be sharp!
WARNING
CAUTION
The oven door and control panel are decorated with a
special stainless steel that resists finger marks and should
only be cleaned with warm water and a mild detergent.
DO NOT use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive cleaners or
harsh solvents.
NOTE: Make sure you follow the polish or brushing lines in
the steel.
Glass
Glass surfaces on doors and control panels are best
cleaned immediately after soiling. A damp cloth may help
remove baked on food deposits. Oven cleaners can be
used to remove stubborn marks and stains.
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING
WARNING
The door glass on this appliance is made from a tough,
durable material that withstands heating and cooling
without breaking. As a precaution however, do not put
cold water on hot glass. Should you have any questions
about the glass in your new appliance, please contact the
customer care centre by dialling 1300 363 640.
Door glass that is damaged should be immediately
replaced.
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.
Oven
WARNING
WARNING
Always keep your appliance clean. Ensure that fats and
oils do not accumulate around elements, burners or fans.
Keep the oven dish, baking trays, grill dish and grill dish
insert clean, as any fat deposits may catch fire. Wrap
your meats in foil or an oven roasting bag to minimise
cleaning. Any polyunsaturated fats can leave a varnish-
like residue which is very difficult to remove. The upper
element can be released to assist in cleaning.
Grill
WARNING
WARNING
Always keep the grill dish and grill dish insert clean, as
any fat deposits may catch fire. Ensure that fats and oils
do not accumulate around the grill element. The grill
element can be released to assist in cleaning the top of
the grill cavity.
Cleaning your oven accessories
Removing the trays and shelves from your appliance
• Slide the dish and shelves towards you until they
reach the front stop.
• Tilt them up at the front to clear the side supports,
taking care not to spill the contents.
• For separate grill underbench model (WVE655),
open the grill door and pull out the grill slide to its full
extent. Carefully lift the dish from the support.
• Lift the dish and shelves clear.
• Wash the dish, insert and shelves in hot soapy water.
• Reverse the above steps to put the grill tray and
shelves back again.
• Ensure that they are placed between the 2 support
wires.
