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Hotpoint HUE52G manual

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  • Page 1

    Instructions for Installation and Use 50cm ELECTRIC COOKER Contents Introduction, 2 Installation, 3 Safety Information, 5 Features, 6 The Controls, 7 Electronic Timer/Minute Minder , 8 Use and Care of the Ceramic Hob, 9-11 Grilling, 12 Top Oven - Conventional Cooking, 13 Main Oven Cookery Notes, 14 Oven Cooking Charts - Baking, 15 Oven Cooking Char[...]

  • Page 2

    2 GB Introduction To the Installer: Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this book. The information can be found on the rating plate. To the User: You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference. ! Before operating your new appliance please read th[...]

  • Page 3

    GB 3 Installation WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Mains Connection Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your supply voltage, this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the outer rear panel. The model number and serial number are located on the front of the cooker, as shown on the F[...]

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    4 GB WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Electrical connection Electric cookers come without a power supply cable. The cooker is designed to operate on an electricity supply which conforms to the electrical data shown on the Rating Plate. Some cookers can be connected to the mains only after removing the back panel of the cooker itself with[...]

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    GB 5 Safety Information When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed. PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. Always  Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.  Understand the controls[...]

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    6 GB Features TOP OVEN/GRILL DOOR CONTROL PANEL MAIN OVEN WIREWORK SHELF SUPPORTS OVEN ROD SHELVES TOP OVEN/GRILL 1700W CERAMIC 1800W HILITE (HUE53) GRILL/MEAT PAN WITH REMOVABLE HANDLE AND WIRE FOOD SUPPORT MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER REMOVABLE INNER GLASS DOOR REMOVABLE INNER GLASS DOOR TOP OVEN SHELF SUPPORTS TOP OVEN/ GRILL DOOR 'STAY CLEAN&[...]

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    GB 7 The controls ELECTRONIC TIMER* MAIN OVEN TOP OVEN/ GRILL LEFT FRONT PLATE LEFT REAR PLATE RIGHT REAR PLATE RIGHT FRONT PLATE m ax m ax MAIN OVEN PILOT LIGHT TOP OVEN/GRILL PILOT LIGHT ACTIVE HOTPLATE PILOT LIGHT ELECTRONIC TIMER* MAIN OVEN TOP OVEN/ GRILL LEFT FRONT PLATE LEFT REAR PLATE RIGHT REAR PLATE RIGHT FRONT PLATE 7 8 9 10 11 12 m ax m[...]

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    8 GB Electronic Timer /Minute Minder* *Available only in certain models To set the clock Note: This may be set while the oven is switched off or while it is switched on. 1. Press the button several times until the icon and the first two numerical digits on the display start to flash. 2. Use the “+” and “-” buttons to adjust the hour value. [...]

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    GB 9 Using the Ceramic Hob WARNING: DO NOT USE THE HOB IF IT IS CRACKED. TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK - SWITCH OFF AT THE COOKER MAINS CONTROL SWITCH IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE OFFICE (see KEY CONTACTS, back page). The Working of the Heating Zones Heating only occurs within the marked circular cooking zones. The zones heat up and cool [...]

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    10 GB Do not leave utensils partly covering the heated areas. Always ensure that they are placed centrally over the heated areas and have the same diameter as the heating area used. Do Always ensure that the bottom of the pan is both clean and dry. Dirt or moisture between the pan and the hob can cause pitting of the surface of the glass. We do not[...]

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    GB 11 PANS SHOULD Not be concave (bowed in) Not be convex (bowed out) Not be rimmed Not be deeply ridged But essentially Flat THE BEST COMBINATIONS This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for different types of hobs and cookers. Remember pans should be good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any further information refer to ma[...]

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    12 GB 1 2 Setting the Grill CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. GRILLING SHOULD NEVER BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THE GRILL/TOP OVEN DOOR CLOSED. GUIDE TO GRILLING Pre-heat the grill for 5 minutes on maximum control setting before grilling The settings in the above guide have been developed to co[...]

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    GB 13 The heat for conventional cooking in the top oven is provided by the grill element and the element under the floor of the oven. It is ideal for the slow cooking of cheaper cuts of meat in casseroles etc. but can also be used for small joints of meat up to 1.5kg (3lb). See cooking charts for temperatures and shelf positioning. The top oven can[...]

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    14 GB Main Oven Cookery Notes This control switches on the main oven. To select Fan Cooking - Turn the control clockwise and select any temperature between 100°C and Max. As the control is turned the fan will start.The main oven light will immediately come on. The thermostat light indicates that the main oven is heating. When it turns off, the tem[...]

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    GB 15 Oven Cooking Charts - Baking Not e : If s of t ma r g a r ine is us e d f or c a k e ma king , t e mpe r a t ur e s r e c o mmend e d by t he ma nuf a c t ur e r s s ho uld be f ollo we d. T e mpe r a t ur e s r e c ommend e d in t his c ha r t r e f e r t o c a k e s ma de w it h blo c k ma r ga r ine o nly. Sc o n e s F ood Pr e - he a t Ye[...]

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    16 GB Oven Cooking Charts - Meat B eef / Lam b ( s low r o a s t ing) Mea t 170 / 18 0 35 mins per 450g (1lb) + 35 mins over. R unne r 1 fr o m b o tto m of oven. 35-40 mins per 450g (1lb) 40 mins per 450g (1lb) + 40 mins over 40 mins per 450g (1lb) 40-45 mins per 450g (1lb) + 40 mins over 40-45 mins per 450g (1lb) 25-30 mins per 450g (1lb) + 25 mi[...]

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    GB 17 Using The Main Oven for other Functions ‚S’ SLOW setting „Slow” cook is identified as ‚S’ on the oven temperature scale. This is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. Extra care should be taken when warming bone china, as it may be damaged in a hot oven. DO NOT place food or plates directly[...]

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    18 GB Care and Cleaning TURN OFF THE MAIN SWITCH AND ENSURE THE COOKER IS COLD BEFORE CLEANING. BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN, ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION. NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER,HARSH ABRASIVES, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND, UNLESS SPECIFIED BELOW. ‚STAY CLEAN’ Oven liners [...]

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    GB 19 Care and Cleaning PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 * Models: HUE 52; HUE 53 Open the door fully and carefully slide the first inner glass towards you, taking care not to allow the glass to fall. Repeat the same procedure with the next glass. Now the external glass panel can be wash[...]

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    20 GB Disposal of your product To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely. Remove all doors and lids. Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply. To help t[...]

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    GB 21 Cooking Results Not Satisfactory? Problem Check Grilling Uneven cooki ng fr ont t o back En su r e t ha t t he g r ill pa n is pos it i oned centr al l y bel ow t he gr ill ele m ent . Fa t sp lat t er ing En su r e t ha t t he g r ill is no t se t t o t oo h igh a s et t ing. Baking (General) Uneven risi ng of cak es Ensure t hat the oven sh[...]

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    22 GB Something Wrong with your Cooker? Before contacting your nearest Service Centre/Installer, check the problem guide below; there may be nothing wrong with your cooker. Problem Chec k Sl i ght odour or sm al l amount of sm oke w hen gr ill / oven used f or f i rst ti me This i s norm al and shoul d cease aft er a shor t p eriod. Not hin g wor k[...]

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    GB 23 Guarantee 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, [...]

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    24 GB After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensu[...]