Creda Cooktop C561E R561E User Manual

C561E / R561E  
Installation & User Instructions  
You must read these instructions prior to using the  
appliance and retain them for future reference.  
 
Contents  
Introduction  
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Installation  
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Safety Information  
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Features  
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Control Panel  
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Oven Timer Operation  
Temperature Conversion Chart  
Ceramic Hob  
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Choosing Your Utensils  
Grill Pan and Handle  
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Solar Plus Grill  
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Guide to Grilling  
25  
Top Oven Cookery Notes  
Main Oven (Pre-Heat)  
Using the Main Oven as a Fan Oven  
Using the Main Oven as a Convection Oven  
Oven Temperature charts  
Using the Main Oven for Other Functions  
Care and Cleaning  
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Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?  
Something Wrong With Your Cooker?  
Key Contacts  
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Back Cover  
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Introduction  
Your new appliance is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable  
if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in  
this booklet.  
To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully.  
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for  
use in any other installation.  
When the cooker is first used an odour may be emitted,  
this will cease after a period of use  
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is well ventilated (e.g. open a window or use  
an extractor fan) and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes.  
It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the smell has ceased. This odour is  
due to temporary finish on oven liners and elements and also any moisture absorbed by the  
insulation.  
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:  
(a)  
Has been used solely in accordance with the Users Instruction Book.  
(b) Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the  
rating plate attached to this equipment.  
(c)  
Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by  
any person other than the authorised employee or agent.  
(d) Has been correctly installed.  
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 the environment, Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of  
you product.  
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:  
Electromagnetic Compatibility  
89/336/EEC  
Low Voltage Equipment  
73/23/EEC  
92/31/EEC  
93/68/EEC  
93/68/EEC  
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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 front of the plinth.The cooker  
must be connected by a competent person such as one who is a, NICEIC registered contractor to  
a suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 45A and a minimum contact  
clearance of 3mm, which should be fitted adjacent to the cooker, in accordance with IEE  
regulations.The control unit must be within 2 metres of but not directly above the appliance and  
should be easily accessible in the event of an emergency.  
The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a conductor size of 6mm2, minimum.  
Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing the rear access cover. The mains cable must  
pass through the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should be used to  
allow the cooker to be pulled out for servicing.  
Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any brackets affixed to the rear panel and  
is not trapped to the rear wall when pushing the cooker into position between cabinets.  
Levelling  
Two rear wheels and two front feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height  
(900mm - 915mm) and level the cooker.  
1.  
The rear wheels can be raised or lowered from the BACK of the cooker by adjusting the  
levelling screws ‘A’ in the plinth.  
2.  
The front feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the front of the cooker.  
CAUTION: Some soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefully.  
NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelves.  
VIEWED FROM REAR  
Siting the Cooker  
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 600mm apart.The space either side  
need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing. It can be used with  
cabinets one side or both as well as in an angled corner setting. It can also be used freestanding.  
Adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must not be nearer to the cooker than 150mm  
and should be protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging surface or cooker hood  
should not be nearer 650mm.  
NOTE: This appliance must NOT be fitted on a platform.  
Moving the Cooker  
Before moving your cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool.  
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the  
oven roof, avoiding any grill elements.  
Radio Interference  
This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding suppression of radio and television interference.  
Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy. Take care to ensure that any floor  
covering is not damaged.  
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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  
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Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.  
Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.  
Keep children away from the appliance when cooking as the surfaces will get extremely hot  
during and after use.  
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Turn controls off when not in use.  
Stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to disperse.  
Always use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.  
Always place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the  
edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplates or pans.  
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Always take care to avoid heat or steam burns when operating the controls.  
Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool before  
cleaning (or changing an oven lamp if fitted).  
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Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven or grill.  
Always keep the oven/grill door closed when the appliance is not in use.  
Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.  
Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of  
bacterial growth.  
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Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.  
Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.  
Always take care when removing items from the grill compartment when the lower oven is in  
use as the contents will be hot  
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Always turn off the electricity supply to the appliance at the wall switch should any glass panel  
(if fitted) crack or shatter and then DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE until repaired.  
During use, the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements  
inside the oven.  
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Safety Information  
Never  
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Never stare at Halogen heating units  
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Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be  
hot during and after its use.  
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Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.  
Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.  
Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.  
Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.  
Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to  
burst.  
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Never store chemicals/food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the appliance, or in cabi-  
nets immediately above or next to the appliance.  
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Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.  
Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use a lid.  
DO NOT LEAVE DEEP FAT FRYING PANS UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.  
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Never use the appliance as a room heater.  
Never use the grill to warm plates.  
Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors.  
Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.  
Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will cause the appliance to over heat.  
Never use ‘steam cleaners.  
SAFETY ADVICE IN CASE OF A CHIP-PAN FIRE  
In the event of a chip pan fire or any other pan fire.  
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH.  
2. COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH, this will smother the flames and  
extinguish the fire.  
3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING IT. Injuries are often  
caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.  
NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force  
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Features  
Cooking area  
1500W Dual Circuit  
Solarglo  
Cooking area  
1200W Solarglo  
Cooking area  
1200W Solarglo  
Cooking area  
1800W Solarglo  
Control panel  
Hob Hot neon  
Timer  
Solarplus Grill  
(Highspeed)  
Grill pan food support  
& Anti-Splash Tray  
Grill pan with  
fixed/detachable  
handle  
Easy Glide™  
Shelf  
Top oven  
rod shelf  
Credaclean  
side liners  
Inner Glass Panel  
Main oven  
rod shelves  
Removable  
side liners  
Rating  
plate  
Fan blade  
Meat Pan  
Inner glass panel  
Although only 2 rod shelves are supplied in the main oven, a  
third shelf can be purchased from the Parts dept., see back cover.  
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Control Panel  
Top  
oven  
Main Main Oven  
oven Selector  
Rear left  
twin circuit  
Front  
left  
Front  
right  
Rear  
right  
Hob Hot  
neon  
Top oven  
pilot light  
Timer  
Grill  
Twin circuit  
Main oven  
pilot light  
In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill  
compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due  
to the hot air expelled from the grill compartment.  
Operating  
controls when the  
grill is in use  
Note: After use it is advisable to check that all cooker controls have been  
switched Off.  
A gentle flow of air will be blown below the control panel when oven/grill  
controls are in use.  
Cooling fan  
The main and top oven lights will illuminate when the main or top oven  
thermostats are operated.The light will remain on during the cook period.  
Main and Top Oven  
light  
The main oven has a 90oC setting specially designed to reduce energy  
usage. Full details of this can be found in the Slow Cooking section.  
Slow cooking  
Hob Hot Neon  
A short time (approx. 30 seconds) after the hob heating areas have been  
turned on, the Hob Hot neon will illuminate.  
This light will remain illuminated until all the hob controls have been  
turned off and all hob heating areas have cooled.  
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Oven Timer Operation  
The oven timer offers you the following features:  
1. Time of Day  
2. Automatic Cooking  
3. Minute Minder  
Automatic Cooking The Main Oven (only) can be controlled by the automatic timer.  
Never operate the grill or top oven when the main oven is set to cook  
automatically because the main oven cavity can become warm and this may  
cause bacterial growth in food.  
Hints on  
Automatic  
Cooking  
1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook and require  
approximately the same temperature.  
2. Set the oven timer so that the food has just finished or about to  
finish cooking on your return to the oven. This will ensure the  
food has not cooled down and does not require reheating  
before serving.  
3. Food should be as cold as possible when it goes into the oven,  
ideally straight from the refrigerator. Frozen meat and poultry  
should be thawed thoroughly before it is put in the oven.  
4. We advise that warm food should never be placed in the oven if  
there is to be a delay period. Stews prepared by frying the meat  
and vegetables should be cooked as soon as possible.  
5. We advise dishes containing left-over cooked poultry or meat,  
for example Shepherds Pie, should not be cooked automatically  
if there is to be a delay period.  
6. Stews and joints should be cooked by the long slow method, so  
that the delay period is kept to a minimum.  
7. On warm days, to prevent harmful bacterial growth in certain  
foods (ie poultry, joints, etc) the delayed start should be kept to  
a minimum.  
8. Wine or beer may ferment and cream may curdle during the  
delay period, so it is best to add these ingredients just before  
serving.  
9. Foods which discolour should be protected by coating in fat or  
tossing in water to which lemon juice has been added, prior to  
placing food in the oven.  
10. Dishes containing liquid should not be filled too full to prevent  
boiling over.  
11. Food should be well sealed (but not airtight) in a container to  
prevent the loss of liquid during cooking. Aluminium foil gives a  
good seal.  
12. Ensure food is cooked thoroughly before serving.  
Timer  
1. Make sure all oven controls are turned Off.  
Operation  
2. Check that the electricity supply to the oven is turned On.  
3. Check that the oven clock is at the right time of day.  
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Know your Timer  
CLOCKFACE  
The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock.  
Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using you cooker.  
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DISPLAY WILL DIM BETWEEN 22.00  
HOURS AND 06.00 HOURS TO PREVENT GLARE.  
However, should you operate the timer during these hours the display will  
return to normal brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.  
SYMBOLS  
will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and will remain lit for the  
period set. At the end of the Minute Minder Period, the timer will emit an audible  
tone for 2 minutes, the ymbol will start to flash and will continue to flash until  
the Minute Minder function is cancelled.  
This “Cookpot” symbol will light up either:–  
When you press the Cook Period Button and set a length of time for an Auto  
Cooking Programme. (It will go out again a few seconds after you release the  
timer buttons).  
During the actual Cook Period.  
“AUTO” will light up:–  
When the timer is first turned on it will flash. (It will go out when a time of day  
is set.  
When an Auto Cooking Programme has been set.  
The “Auto” symbol will flash at the end of an Auto Cooking programme to indicate  
that the programme has finished.  
(When the “Auto” symbol is flashing, to return the oven to Manual operation,  
turn the oven controls off, ensure that the correct time of day is set, and press the  
“Manual” button twice – The “Auto” symbol will go out).  
Note: If at any time the display shows a ‘KEY’ symbol, it is likely that the timer has been set incorrectly. OVEN  
COOKING IS NOT POSSIBLE. The ‘KEY’ symbol can be deleted and the cooker returned to manual operation by:  
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Simultaneously pressing the Minute Minder and the Cook Period buttons for a period of approximately 8  
seconds.  
Releasing the buttons and pressing the ‘+’ button.  
TIMER FUNCTION BUTTONS  
Minute Minder  
Button  
Here you can set a time period of up to 23 hours 59 minutes, that will count down.  
When it reaches zero, the timer will emit an audible tone.  
For Example: If you set 20 minutes, the audible tone will occur 20 minutes later.  
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME  
Cook Period Button  
Cook Period is the actual length of time for which, the timer will switch the oven(s) on  
as part of an “Auto Cooking” programme.  
(e.g. If you set 2 hours, the food will be cooked for 2 hours).  
End Time Button  
The time of day at which you want an “Auto Cooking” programme to end.  
For Example: If you set a “Cook Period” for 2 hours, and “End Time” of 11:00. The timer  
will switch the oven(s) on at 9:00 and turn the oven(s) off at 11:00.You will hear a  
audible tone at 11:00, to indicate that the Auto Cooking Programme has finished.  
Notes:  
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When setting an Auto Cooking programme you will need to set the oven  
controls(s) to the required temperature(s) when you set the timer.  
If an Auto Cooking programme has been set the oven(s) will only operate during  
the pre-programmed time.  
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Manual Button  
Needs to be pressed to cancel an Auto Cooking programme and return the ovens(s)  
to Manual operation.  
“+” and “–” Buttons  
Used to adjust the various timer function settings.  
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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer  
Operation  
SETTING THE TIME OF DAY  
Step 1 Make sure all oven controls are turned Off.  
Step 2 Check the electricity supply to the cooker is turned on.  
Step 3 When switched on the display will show 0.00 and Auto symbol will be  
flashing intermittently.  
Step 4 Press & hold in both the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” button together.  
Step 5 With the “Minute Minder” & “Cook Period” buttons still held in, press either  
the “+” or “–” buttons to set the correct time of day.  
Step 6 Release all the buttons simultaneously.  
THE TIME OF DAY IS NOW SET.  
To change the time of day repeat Steps 4, 5 & 6 above.  
Note: You cannot adjust the time of day if the timer has been set for an Auto  
Cooking Programme.  
SETTING THE MINUTE MINDER  
Step 1 Ensure the time of day is set correctly.  
Step 2 Press and hold the Minute Minder Button, a symbol will light up.  
Step 3 With the “Minute Minder” button held in, set the required Minute Minder  
time using the “+” and “–” buttons.  
Release all buttons and the timer display will revert back to the time of day. Bell  
symbol will remain lit to signify that a Minute Minder period has been set.  
At the end of the set time a bleeping sound will be heard, and the symbol will  
flash for approximately 2 minutes.  
After approximately 2 minutes the bleeping sound will stop and the symbol will  
go out automatically.  
Step 4 To cancel the bleeping sound within the two minutes press the Minute  
Minder button.  
Note 1 When the Minute Minder has been set, the time remaining can be checked at any  
time by simply pressing the Minute Minder button.  
Note 2 If necessary the Minute Minder can be cancelled before the tone sounds by pressing  
and holding the Minute Minder button and then at the same time pressing the “–”  
button until 0.00 appears in the display window.  
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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer  
Operation  
AUTO COOKING PROGRAMMES  
There are two Auto Cooking programmes that can be selected using your timer:–  
(a) To set the timer to switch the oven(s) On and Off Automatically  
(b) To set timer to switch on immediately and OFF automatically after a set cook period.  
a) TO SET THE TIMER TO SWITCH THE OVEN(S) ON AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY  
This allows you to cook at a specified time for a chosen period before the oven switches  
off Automatically.  
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.  
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).  
Step 3 Press and hold in the Cook Period button.  
The display will read 0.00 with the cookpot ( symbol lit.  
Step 4 With the Cook Period button still held in, set the required Cook Period  
using the “+” and “–” buttons.  
Release the buttons and the timer display will revert to the time of day with the  
Auto symbol and Cookpot ( symbol lit.  
Step 5 Press and hold in the “End Time” button.  
The display will read the earliest possible end time for the Cook Period that  
you have set above.  
The Auto symbol and Cookpot ( symbol lit.  
Step 6 With the End Time button still held in, use the “+” and “–” buttons to set  
the “End Time” (i.e. The time you require the oven to switch off).  
Release all the buttons and the timer will revert back to the time of day.  
The “Auto” symbol will remain lit to signify that an Auto Cooking Programme has  
been set. The ( symbol will go out.  
Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if  
necessary select the appropriate oven function.  
Note: If your appliance has two ovens: When the timer has been set for one oven  
it is possible to use the other oven only during the same Automatic programme.  
At the end of the Automatic Cook Period the Auto Symbol will flash and an  
intermittent bleeping sound will be heard.  
The bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless cancelled.  
The “Auto” symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned to Manual  
operation (see below).  
Step 8 Press the Manual button to cancel the bleeping sound.  
(If 2 minutes has not elapsed).  
Step 9 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.  
Step 10 Press the manual button again to return the oven(s) to Manual Operation.  
(The Auto symbol will go out)  
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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer  
Operation  
Note 1 When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply  
pressing the Cook Period button.  
Note 2 When cooking automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply  
pressing the End Time button.  
b) TO SET TIMER TO SWITCH ON IMMEDIATELY AND OFF AUTOMATICALLY AFTER A SET COOK  
PERIOD  
Step 1 Check that the correct time of day is set, if not follow instructions for setting the time of day.  
Step 2 Place food onto the correct shelf position in the oven and close the oven door(s).  
Step 3 Turn the oven control(s) to the required temperature, and if necessary select the appropriate oven  
function.  
Step 4 Press & hold in the “Cook Period” button, the display will read 0.00 and the  
cookpot ( symbol will light up.  
With the Cook Period button still held set the required Cook Period using the “+”  
and “–” buttons. Example: 1hr 30 minutes (as shown).  
Note: Cook Period is the length of time the food requires to cook.  
Step 5 Release all buttons.  
The timer display will revert to the time of day with the Auto symbol lit & Cookpot  
symbol remaining lit.  
At the end of the Cook Period the “Auto” symbol will flash and an intermittent  
NOTE:The Cookpot symbol disappears  
bleeping sound will be heard.  
The bleeping sound will continue for approximately 2 minutes unless cancelled.  
The “Auto” symbol will continue to flash until the timer is returned to Manual  
operation (see below).  
Step 6 Press the manual button to cancel the bleeping.  
(If 2 minutes has not elapsed)  
Step 7 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.  
Step 8 Press the “Manual” button again to return the cooker to Manual operation.  
(The Auto symbol will go out).  
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Electronic Clock & Automatic Oven Timer  
Operation  
TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE  
THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED.  
Step 1 Turn the oven control(s) to the OFF position.  
Step 2 Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button.  
Step 3 With the “Cook Period” button still held in, return the display to 0.00 by  
pressing the “–” button.  
Step 4 Release the “Cook Period” and “–” buttons and the display will revert to  
the time of day and the “Auto” symbol will flash.  
Step 5 Press the “Manual” button to return the oven(s) to “Manual” operation.  
The “Auto” symbol will go out.  
Note 1  
When cooking automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time by simply pressing  
the Cook Period button.  
OTHER NOTES ON TIMER OPERATION  
1. When cooking Automatically the Cook Period can be checked at any time simply by pressing the Cook  
Period button.  
2. When cooking Automatically the End Time can be checked at any time by simply pressing the End Time  
button.  
3. Having set a Cook Period and End Time an electronic device stores the information. The device within the  
timer will switch the oven(s) on and off at the required times.  
4. When setting an Auto Cooking Programme and a mistake is made, to clear:–  
(a) Press and hold in the “Cook Period” button.  
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(b) With the Cook Period button still held in, return the display to  
by pressing the “–” button.  
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(c) Release the “Cook Period” & “–” buttons, and the display will revert to the time of day and the “Auto”  
symbol will flash.  
(d) Press & release the “Manual” button.  
(e) Start the sequence again.  
5. If at any time the display shows three flashing zero’s 0.00. It is likely that the electricity supply to the oven  
has been interrupted. Reset the timer to the correct time of day.  
Food in the oven may, therefore, not have been cooked, before serving check food is thoroughly heated  
and completely cooked.  
6. To set each function always press and hold the required function button and at the same time press “+” or  
“–” buttons.  
Note: Between the hours of 22.00 & 06.00 the display dims to prevent glare.  
However, if you should operate a button during this period, the timer will return to normal  
brightness for a few seconds and then dim again.  
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Temperature Conversion Chart  
Main  
Conventional  
Oven  
Top  
Convection  
Oven  
Main  
Fan  
Oven  
Gas  
Mark  
˚F  
1
250  
275  
300  
325  
350  
375  
400  
425  
450  
475  
120  
140  
150  
160  
180  
190  
200  
220  
110  
130  
140  
150  
170  
180  
190  
210  
220  
100  
120  
130  
140  
160  
170  
180  
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
200  
210  
220  
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Ceramic Hob General Information  
CAUTION: IF ANY CRACK IN THE SURFACE BECOMES VISIBLE, ISOLATE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY.  
DO NOT USE THE COOKER.  
Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in contact with the hob surface.  
The following boiling plates are located beneath the circular cooking areas:-  
C561 / R561E  
Front  
Single circuit 1800W Solarglo  
Right  
Rear Twin circuit 1500W Solarglo  
Left  
single (inner) circuit 850W  
Rear  
Right  
Single circuit 1200W Solarglo  
Front  
Left  
Single circuit 1200W Solarglo  
The cooking areas change colour when heated (become red) indicating which heating  
element is turned on. The cooking area returns to its original colour when the heating  
element is switched OFF and cools.  
Rear left twin circuit plate  
This is a dual purpose plate with two elements. The settings on the control knob will show  
1 - 4 when the control is turned clockwise to indicate that the whole hotplate is turned on  
and can be used for larger pans, 4 is the highest setting. With the control knob turned anti-  
clockwise the settings on the control knob will show 1 - 4 to indicate that only the inner part  
of the hotplate is switched on.This is an energy saving feature and is useful for cooking with  
smaller pans or for slow simmering.The control will be OFF when the control knob is turned  
to the O position.  
Front left – Front right – Rear right –plates  
When the control is turned from the 0 position, the settings on the control knob will show  
1 - 6.  
6 is the highest setting, for fast cooking. To reduce the heat to cook more slowly or simmer,  
turn the knob to a lower setting which will vary according to size and type of saucepan, the  
amount and type of food, and whether or not a lid is fitted. Pans can be placed on the  
unheated areas of the panel when cooking is finished and before serving food.  
It is inadvisable at any time to leave a heating element switched on without a pan in  
position as this wastes energy, and could make soil or rub-off from aluminium pans more  
difficult to remove. To protect elements against overheating, safety cut-outs have been  
incorporated with each element. After several minutes with the control at setting 6 (setting  
4 on twin circuit plate) the safety cut-out switches the element Off and On continuously,  
thus preventing any adverse effects that may be caused by an excessive build-up of heat in  
the cooking area.  
Setting 1 provides very low inputs of 3% to 10% for low simmering. (Excluding the twin  
circuit plate). The control will be Off when the control knob is turned to the O position.  
If hob should become cracked, never use the cooker until the hob has been repaired.  
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Ceramic Hob General Information  
PANS SHOULD BE:  
Always ꢀ  
Never ✗  
G Use good quality flat-  
based cookware on all  
electric heat sources.  
G Always ensure pans have  
clean, dry bases before  
use.  
G Ensure pans match size of  
heating area.  
G Remember good quality  
pans retain heat well, so  
generally only a low or  
medium heat is necessary.  
G NEVER Use gauze, metal  
pan diffusers, asbestos  
mats and stands e.g. Wok  
stands – they can cause  
overheating.  
G NEVER Use utensils with  
skirts or rims e.g. buckets  
and some kettles.  
G NEVER Use badly dented  
or distorted pans.  
G NEVER Leave an element  
switched on when not  
cooking.  
Not concave (bowed in)  
Not convex (bowed out)  
G Ensure pan handles are  
Not rimmed  
positioned safely and  
away from heat sources.  
G Always lift pans, do not  
drag.  
G NEVER Cook food directly  
on a heat source.  
G NEVER Drag or slide  
utensils, along the hob  
surface.  
G Always use pan lids  
Not deeply ridged  
except when frying.  
G Deal with spillage’s  
immediately but with  
care.  
G NEVER Stare at Halogen  
heating units.  
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 manufacturers’ instructions.  
Halogen  
Ceramic  
Aluminium  
Stainless steel with single layer  
copper base  
Stainless steel with sandwich bases  
of aluminium and  
stainless steel or aluminium  
and copper.  
Enamelled steel  
Enamelled aluminium  
Enamelled based cast iron  
Copper  
With Extra Care ꢀ  
Toughened glass or ceramic/  
glass/pottery  
Not Recommended  
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Ceramic Hob General Information  
Do not cook directly on the hob surface without  
a
cooking  
Do Not  
utensil, as this will result in damage to the surface of the  
hob.  
Do not use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur to  
the smooth surface of the hob.  
Do not drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will cause  
scratches in the surface of the hob.  
Do not allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob  
surround.  
Do not place anything between the base of the utensil and the  
ceramic hob, e.g. do not use asbestos mats, aluminium or  
wok stand.  
Do not leave any utensils, food or combustible items on the hob  
when it is not in use.  
Do not place aluminium or plastic foil, or plastic containers on the  
hob.  
Do not leave the hotplates or cooking areas switched On unless  
they are being used.  
We recommend not to place large preserving pans or fish kettles across two  
heating areas.  
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.  
We recommend not to use a utensil with a base diameter greater than 25cm  
(l0ins).  
Pressure cookers or other large pans should be used on the front  
cooking areas.  
Always ensure that saucepan handles are positioned safely.  
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Ceramic Hob General Information  
IMPORTANT  
As with any cooking appliance there could be  
some fire risk attached to the heating of oil, particularly for deep  
fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be left  
unattended (e.g. to answer the telephone) on or in close  
proximity to the cooking areas.  
In the unfortunate event of a chip pan fire:  
1. Switch Off the electricity supply.  
2. Smother flames with a fire blanket or damp cloth.  
3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING  
IT. Injuries are often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing  
outside with it.  
Safety  
requirements for  
deep fat frying  
1. Use  
a
deep pan, large enough to completely cover the  
appropriate heating area.  
2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full or fat or oil.  
3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking  
period.  
4. Do not try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food.  
This only lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much,  
resulting in greasy food.  
5. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly  
into the hot oil or fat. Frozen foods, in particular, will cause  
frothing and spitting, if added too quickly.  
6. Never heat fat, or fry, with a lid on the pan.  
7. Keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or  
fat.  
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Choosing Your Utensils  
Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of  
utensils.  
Choosing your  
utensils  
To obtain  
a
satisfactory performance from  
a
ceramic hob and to  
avoid unnecessary damage, we recommend the use of good  
quality utensils with smooth flat bases.  
1. Purchasing a new pan will not necessarily mean it will have a  
flat base, always check before buying. See diagram below.  
Remember  
Do Use  
2. Using the correct pans and utensils will result in maximum  
contact with the hob and maximum efficiency as with any type  
of electric hob.  
Do use good quality smooth flat based utensils.  
Do use a utensil which has approximately the same base area as  
the heating area zone being used.  
Do use utensils which have more than sufficient capacity for the  
amount of food being cooked to prevent boil over or  
spillage.  
Do use utensils with good fitting lids.  
Do use a low dome pressure cooker for best results.  
Good quality  
flat base  
same size as  
element  
Convex  
base too  
small  
Concave  
base  
Too  
small  
Too  
large  
No pan  
Element ON  
WARNING: Extreme caution should be used when cleaning the  
hot hob.  
Important  
1. Always clean up any spillage immediately with a clean cloth or a  
paper towel to avoid unnecessary damage to the hob.  
Extreme care should be taken to avoid steam burns and hot  
surfaces when cleaning spillage from the hob.  
2. When cooking food which contains sugar (most food) or syrup, use a  
utensil which is large enough to prevent boil over or spillage. Sugar  
spillage will permanently damage the hob and therefore should be  
cleaned off with care immediately. Taking care remove the hot spillage  
with a razor-blade scraper. This will avoid any damage.  
NEVER LET IT COOL BEFORE REMOVING.  
3. Always ensure that the base of the utensil is dry before placing  
on the ceramic hob.  
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Choosing Your Utensils  
Do not use utensils with rough bases.  
Do Not  
Do not use lightweight utensils with thin, distorted or uneven bases.  
Do not use lightweight enamelled steel utensils.  
Do not use cast iron utensils.  
Do not use utensils with recessed, scrolled or ridged bases.  
Do not use a utensil which has a base concavity greater than 1mm as this  
will reduce the performance of the hob.  
Do not use a utensil with a convex base.  
Do not use glass ceramic utensils.  
Do not use use lightweight saucepans with plain thin copper bases on  
ceramic or halogen hotplates.  
Note: All copper pans are excellent conductors of heat, and are hard  
wearing and strong, but need quite a lot of care. They can be very heavy and  
do not usually have completely flat bases. The interiors are usually lined with  
a different material such as tin.  
A stainless steel pan with a sandwich base of aluminium and stainless steel  
is an excellent conductor of heat and is suitable for use on ceramic and halo-  
gen hobs, providing they are used in accordance with the saucepans manu-  
facturers’ recommendations.  
Stainless steel pans with a sandwich base of aluminium and copper are  
excellent conductors of heat. If using stainless steel saucepans with  
aluminium and copper sandwich bases on ceramic and halogen hobs,the use  
of these pans must be in accordance with the saucepan manufacturers’  
recommendations. Extra care should be taken to ensure the base of the pan  
and the hob is cleaned, and the hob conditioned, after each and every  
use, when using this type of saucepan.  
If these recommendations are not followed, the result will be a build up of  
small copper deposits on the surface of your hob which, if not cleaned after  
each use, will result in permanent marking of your hob.  
Always lift the pan from the hob, do not drag or slide across the hob surface  
as damage may occur.  
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Grill Pan and Handle  
Grill pan handle  
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan, to facilitate  
cleaning and storage.  
The handle can be either detachable from or fixed to the pan.  
For a fixed handle remove the screw and washers from the grill pan  
bracket, tilt the handle over the recess adjacent to the bracket (A), slide it  
towards the centre of the pan (B) and let the handle locate over the  
bracket (C). Replace screw and washers and ensure that they are fully  
tightened up. For a detachable handle remove screw and washers from  
the grill pan and keep safe.  
Please note that if a fixed handle is required, the grill pan cannot  
be kept in the Fan Oven with the door closed but may be stored on  
the floor of the Top Oven when the appliance is not in use.  
Warning: Ensure when using grill pan handle in the detachable  
manner it is centralised and secure.  
A
B
C
Easy Glide™  
Shelf  
1. Only use grill pan supplied.  
TM  
2. Never attempt to remove the Easy Glide Shelf with the grill pan in  
position.  
TM  
3. Always withdraw the Easy Glide Shelf to its stop position before  
removing the grill pan (to avoid damaging the grill).  
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SolarPlus Grill  
CAUTION: ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN  
GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.  
Your cooker is not fitted with a conventional type of grill. Creda  
have developed a Solarplus high speed grill which is designed  
to reduce your grilling times. It is quicker because it takes less  
time to warm up from cold. Conventional grills require 5 minutes  
preheat before food is placed beneath them, but for normal grilling  
the Solarplus grill can be used directly from cold without any pre-heat.  
However, when toasting, optimum performance is achieved by preheating  
the grill for about 1 minute.  
You will notice that the grill elements are protected by a wire mesh.  
This stops you from touching live parts, so under no circumstances  
should pointed objects be inserted into the mesh. During use the  
mesh may become soiled. Do not attempt to clean it while the grill  
is still on. Turn the cooker off at the control unit and wait until it has  
cooled down before cleaning.  
Care must be taken to ensure the grill mesh is not distorted – do not  
store the grill pan handle on the grill pan grid when the rod shelf is  
in the top runner position.  
There are two halves to the grill, one on the left and one on the right.  
You can choose to have both sides on or just the left side on.  
Turning the control knob clockwise will switch both sides on.  
Turning it anti-clockwise, will only switch the left side on. The numbers  
indicate the heat setting, 4 is the hottest 1 the coolest.  
Note: You will notice that the grill elements are protected by a wire  
mesh. This stops you from touching the live parts.  
DO NOT under any circumstances insert objects into the grill mesh as  
this could damage the elements wire, break the glass tubes or if the  
grill is on, cause electric shock.  
IMPORTANT  
GRILLING SHOULD NEVER BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THE  
GRILL/TOP OVEN DOOR CLOSED. This will cause overheating.  
The grill will not operate unless the top oven control is in the Off  
position.  
Grilling procedure:  
1. Open the grill/top oven door fully.  
2. Ensure that the Easy Glide™ Shelf is located in the correct position  
(see ‘Guide to Grilling’).  
3. Preheat the grill, if necessary, with the Easy Glide™ Shelf pulled out  
(see Fig 1).  
4. Locate the grill pan in the Easy Glide™ Shelf (see Fig 2) and push back  
under the element.  
Fig 1  
5. The grill pan should be withdrawn,always using the grill pan handle, to  
the stop position to turn or remove cooked food. (There is no need to  
remove the grill pan from the Easy Glide™ Shelf).  
6. NEVER line the grill pan with aluminium foil as this may cause over  
heating of fat in the grill pan.  
NOTE: To stop fat splashing onto the grill element mesh, it is important to  
use the anti-splash tray. Always clean the grill pan anti-splash tray and food  
grid after each use.  
Fig 2  
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Guide to Grilling - Solarplus Grill  
Guide to grilling successfully  
Easy Glide™  
Shelf  
Position from  
base of oven  
Pre-  
Approx. Cooking Time  
Food  
heat  
Setting  
4
Toasting of Bread  
Products  
3-5 mins. Grill pan and  
grid.  
1 min.  
None  
3 or 2  
3 or 2  
4 for 4 mins.  
reduce to lower  
setting  
Small cuts of meat  
– Sausages, Bacon  
10-15 mins. Grill pan  
and grid.  
Chops, etc.  
Gammon Steaks,  
Chicken pieces  
4 for 6-8 mins.  
reduce to lower  
setting  
25-30 mins. Grill pan  
and grid.  
2
None  
6-8 mins. in base of grill  
pan.  
2
3
Fish. Whole,  
Fillets  
4
None  
None  
None  
None  
1 min.  
Fish in  
breadcrumbs  
10-15 mins. Grill pan  
and grid.  
3
2
Pre-cooked Potato  
Products  
10-12 mins. in base of  
grill pan  
3 or 2  
3 or 2  
3 or 2  
2
2
4
Pizzas  
10-15 mins. Grill pan  
and grid.  
Browning of Food  
5-7 mins. Dish placed  
directly on shelf.  
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Top Oven Cookery Notes  
The top oven should be used to cook small quantities of food.The oven is  
designed so that the grill element operates at a reduced heat output, this  
is combined with a heating element situated underneath the floor of the  
oven.  
To ensure even cooking of the food it is important that cooking utensils  
are positioned correctly on the oven shelf so that the element is directly  
above.  
There are two cooking positions, the shelf placed on runner 1 or 2 (from  
the base), do not use shelves upside down.  
Food/utensils must not be placed directly on the oven floor.  
There should always be at least 25mm (1in) between the top of the food  
and the grill element.  
Warning: Items stored in top oven will get hot when main oven is in use.  
Easy Glide™ Shelf  
Important:  
The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be  
used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting  
vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner  
position as stated in the meat cooking charts.  
Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan when the pan is  
being used for oven cooking.  
Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the  
oven, as the Easy Glide™ Shelf and the grill pan will be hot.  
Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the grill pan and  
food still in position.  
To heat the oven, turn the control knob clockwise.The top oven pilot light  
will come on and remain on until the oven reaches the required tempera-  
ture.The pilot light will automatically go on and off during cooking as the  
thermostat maintains the correct temperature.  
Operation  
Small joints of meat up to 1.5kg (3 lbs), or poultry, up to 3.6kg (8 lbs) (60cm  
cookers) in weight can be roasted in a small meat pan in the top oven.  
Larger joints of meat/poultry weighing more than 3.6kg (8 lbs) (60cm  
cookers) should be roasted in the main oven.  
Cooking meat/  
poultry  
Do not use the main oven meat pan as a meat pan in the top oven as  
air circulation will be seriously restricted.  
Place the plates/dishes on the shelf, positioned on runner 1, turn top oven  
control to 100°C for 10-15 minutes. Never use grill control.  
Top oven as  
a warming  
compartment for  
plates  
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Main Oven (Pre-Heat)  
Fan ovens provide even distribution of heat, allowing food to be cooked  
anywhere in the oven at the same temperature, ideal for batch baking.  
Fan Oven mode  
Pre-heating is not necessary in the fan oven mode for most foods because  
the oven element is situated around the fan blade which in turn circulates  
the hot air evenly around the oven quickly.  
Side Heat mode  
This is an oven mode long favoured for traditional British cooking. The  
heating elements at the sides create different temperature zones, with the  
hottest at the top and the coolest at the bottom. This allows you to cook  
at different temperatures on different shelves.  
The unique design of the Creda Smartcook™ oven permits an initial boost  
that reduces the usual pre-heat time of approximately 15 - 20 minutes in  
a non-fan oven, to approximately 8 - 9 minutes (based on 180˚C).  
During the initial boost, both the side and rear elements are on as well as  
the fan. When the oven reaches temperature in this mode, the fan will  
remain on for a further 4 minutes after opening the door and will then  
switch off automatically.  
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Main Oven (Fan Oven)  
The oven is fitted with removable liners, two rod shelves and a meat pan.  
Remove the meat pan if not being used.  
Easy Glide™  
Shelf  
The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be  
used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting  
vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner  
position as stated in the meat cooking charts.  
Important:  
Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan when the pan is  
being used for oven cooking.  
Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the  
oven, as the Easy Glide™ Shelf and the grill pan will be hot.  
Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the grill pan and  
food still in position.  
A
Main oven  
Main Oven Selector  
Main Fan Oven  
Operation  
B
Main oven pilot light  
Timer  
Step 1 Check that the Timer is in manual.  
Step 2 Place the shelf/shelves in the correct position, see Oven  
Temperature Charts (Main Fan Oven).  
Step 3 Place the food centrally on the shelf, ensuring that the door is  
fully closed.  
Step 4 Select Fan Oven cooking, by turning control (B) clockwise to ‘FAN  
OVEN.  
Step 5 Select the required cooking temperature (80˚ to 230˚) by turning  
control (A) clockwise. The pilot light will immediately come on  
and will remain on until the oven reaches the required  
temperature. The pilot light will then automatically go off and on  
during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct  
temperature.  
It should be noted that at the end of the cooking period their 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.  
Since a circulaire fan oven heats up more quickly,and generally cooks food  
at a lower temperature than a conventional oven, pre-heating is often  
unnecessary. However, foods such as bread, scones,Yorkshire pudding, do  
benefit from being placed in a pre-heated oven.  
The ‘oven temperature charts’ are a guide only, giving approximate  
cooking temperatures and times.To suit personal taste and requirements,  
it may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10°C.  
Unless otherwise indicated in the charts food should be placed in a cold  
oven, i.e. without pre-heating. If food is placed in an already hot oven, the  
suggested cooking time should be reduced, depending on the type and  
quantity of food being cooked.  
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Main Oven (Fan Oven)  
Since the distribution of heat in the circulaire fan oven is very even, most  
foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, but the shelves should  
be evenly spaced.  
Oven positions  
The top oven rod shelf can be used in the main oven when cooking large  
quantities of food. Additional shelves can be purchased through your  
oven supplier or Creda Spares.  
Food or utensils should Never be placed directly an the floor of the  
oven for cooking.  
Never use more than 3 shelves in the oven as air circulation will be  
seriously restricted. To ensure oven circulation do not use meat pans larg-  
er than 390 x 300mm (15”x12”) and baking trays no larger than 330 x  
255mm (13”x 10”), these should be positioned centrally on the oven shelf.  
Food should not be placed directly on the floor of the oven. To avoid  
unnecessary cleaning, rod shelves which are not in use, should be  
removed from the oven.  
When all three shelves are used to cook large quantities of food for home  
freezing or parties, it may be necessary to increase the cooking times given in  
the temperature charts by a few minutes, to allow for the loss of heat due to  
extra time taken to load the oven, and the larger mass of food. Baking trays  
should have an equal gap at either side of the oven.  
Temperature  
and time  
Frozen meat  
and poultry  
Joints of meat and whole birds should be defrosted slowly, preferably in a  
domestic refrigerator (allowing 5-6 hours per 450g (1 lb), or at room  
temperature (allowing 2-3 hours per 450g (1 lb).  
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Main Oven (Convection Oven) - Side Heat  
The oven is fitted with removable side liners, two rod shelves and a meat  
pan. Remove the meat pan if not being used.  
The Easy Glide™ Shelf, in conjunction with the grill pan supplied can be  
used for cooking in the oven(s), ie. meat, poultry etc. also for roasting  
vegetables. Place the Easy Glide™ Shelf in the oven on the same runner  
position as stated in the meat cooking charts.  
Easy Glide™  
Shelf  
Always remove the grill pan handle from the grill pan when the pan is  
being used for oven cooking.  
Important:  
Always use oven gloves when basting, turning or removing food from the  
oven, as the Easy Glide™ Shelf and the grill pan will be hot.  
Never remove the Easy Glide™ Shelf from the oven with the grill pan and  
food still in position.  
Main convection Oven  
(side heat) Operation  
A
Main oven  
Main Oven Selector  
B
Timer  
Main oven pilot light  
Step 1 Check that the Timer is in manual.  
Step 2 Place the shelf/shelves in the correct position, see Oven  
Temperature Charts (Side Heat Oven Convection Cooking).  
Step 3 Place the food centrally on the shelf, ensuring that the door is  
fully closed.  
Step 4 Select Convection cooking (side heat), by turning control (B)  
anti-clockwise to ‘SIDE HEAT.  
Step 5 Select the required cooking temperature (80˚ to 230˚) by turning  
control (A) clockwise. The pilot light will immediately come on  
and will remain on until the oven reaches the required  
temperature. The pilot light will then automatically go off and on  
during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct  
temperature.  
Important:  
When the side heat operation has been started, and the controls are  
then switched off and on again for any reason the boost sequence will  
re-start.  
It should be noted that at the end of the cooking period their 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.  
The ‘oven temperature charts’ are a guide only, giving approximate  
cooking temperatures and times.To suit personal taste and requirements,  
it may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10°C.  
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Main Oven (Convection Oven) - Side heat  
Wipe the joint, dry well with a clean cloth, kitchen tissue etc. and weigh it.  
Meat which has been stored in a refrigerator, should be allowed to come  
to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before cooking,  
similarly, meat stored in a freezer must be completely thawed beforehand.  
Beef, lamb and mutton may be lightly floured, but pork should have the  
rind scored, brushed over lightly with olive oil and sprinkled with salt - this  
gives a crisp crackling.  
To prepare meat for  
roasting in your  
electric oven  
Place joint in the meat pan. Additional fat should not be used, except for  
veal, very lean meat and poultry which can either be ‘larded’ with fat  
bacon, or brushed over very sparingly with melted fat/cooking oil. When  
potatoes are to be roasted around the joint, they only need to be coated  
in melted fat/cooking oil, it is not necessary to baste when roasting in an  
electric oven. Liquid/stock should not be added to the roasting tray.  
For optimum cooking performance, there must be clearance between the  
meat pan and the oven sides.  
The secret of succulent, tender meat, is not to roast it too quickly at too  
high a temperature. Best results are obtained when roasting is carried out  
at a low temperature. When a lower temperature is used, the joint loses  
less weight, is more tender (too high a temperature causes meat to be  
tough and dry), and the splashing of fat onto the oven interior is reduced  
to a minimum. When a complete meal is being cooked in the oven,  
cooking time may need to be increased and temperature may need to be  
raised for approximately the last 30 minutes of the cooking period (for  
instance when cooking Yorkshire Pudding, to serve with roast beef).  
Times and  
Temperatures for  
roasting  
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Oven Temperature Charts – Meat  
Top Oven Cooking  
Temperature  
˚C  
Position in  
Oven  
Pre-  
heat  
Meat  
Time (approx.)  
Beef/ Lamb  
35 mins per 450g (1lb)  
+ 35 mins over.  
170/180  
Yes  
Yes  
(slow roasting)  
Beef/ Lamb  
(foil covered)  
35-40 mins per 450g  
(1lb)  
190/200  
170/180  
Pork  
(slow roasting)  
40 mins per 450g (1lb)  
+ 40 mins over  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Pork  
(foil covered)  
40 mins per 450g (1lb)  
190/200  
170/180  
Runner 1  
from  
40-45 mins per 450g  
(1lb) + 40 mins over  
Veal  
(slow roasting)  
bottom of  
oven.  
Veal  
40-45 mins per 450g  
(1lb)  
Yes  
Yes  
190/200  
170/180  
190/200  
150  
(foil covered)  
Poultry/Game  
(slow roasting)  
25-30 mins per 450g  
(1lb) + 25 mins over  
25-30 mins per 450g  
(1lb)  
Poultry/Game  
(foil covered)  
Yes  
Yes  
Casserole  
Cooking  
1
2
2-2 / hrs  
If using aluminium foil, never:  
1. Allow foil to touch sides of oven.  
2. Cover oven interior with foil.  
3. Cover shelves with foil.  
The most accurate method of testing the readiness of joints of meat or whole poultry is to insert  
a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a joint, or the thickest part of poultry thighs,  
during the cooking period. The meat thermometer will indicate when the required internal  
temp has been reached.  
Beef -  
Rare:  
Medium:  
Well Done:  
60˚C  
70˚C  
75˚C  
Lamb:  
Pork:  
Veal:  
80˚C  
90˚C  
75˚C  
Poultry:  
90˚C  
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Oven Temperature Charts – Baking  
Top Oven Cooking  
Baking  
Temperature  
˚C  
Position  
In Oven  
Pre-  
heat  
Food  
Time in mins.  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
9-12  
15-20  
20  
Scones  
200  
180  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Small Cakes  
Victoria Sandwich  
Sponge Sandwich  
Swiss Roll  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
170  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
15  
180/190  
190/200  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Yes  
Yes  
9-12  
60-90  
Semi-rich Fruit  
cakes  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
150/170  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
120-135  
150  
Yes  
Yes  
Rich Fruit Cakes  
Shortcrust Pastry  
Puff Pastry  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
190/200  
200/220  
190/200  
200/210  
40-45  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Depending on use  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
40-45  
40-45  
Yorkshire Pudding  
Individual Yorkshire  
Puddings  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Yes  
140  
150  
105-135  
45-50  
Milk Pudding  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
Baked Custard  
Bread  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Runner 1 from  
bottom of oven  
25-30  
200/210  
100  
Runner 2 from  
bottom of oven  
Meringues  
150-180  
Note: If soft tub margarine is used for cake making, we would recommend using the all in one  
method and to reduce the temperature by 10˚C. Temperatures recommended in this chart refer  
to cakes made with block margarines or butter only.  
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Note: If soft tub margarine is used for cake making, we would recommend using the all in one  
method and to reduce the temperature by 10˚C. Temperatures recommended in this chart refer  
to cakes made with block margarines or butter only.  
Note: When using two shelf positions at the same time on SIDE HEAT (eg. to bake two apple  
pies or a full oven of bread) the items should be interchanged half way through the cooking  
period. When baking two trays of scones or small cakes, the lower tray may require a few  
minutes longer and to be moved up to the higher position.  
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Using the Main Oven for other Functions  
“SLOW” setting (FAN OVEN only)  
90  
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 on the oven floor as this could damage both the  
oven lining and the plates which are being warmed.  
Advantages of “SLOW” cooking are:  
The oven stays cleaner because there is less splashing.  
Timing of food is not as critical, so there is less fear of overcooking.  
Inexpensive joints of meat are tenderised.  
Fully loading the oven can be economical.  
Cooking times can be extended in some cases by up to 2 hours.  
Operation:  
1. Place the prepared food in the main oven and ensure the door is fully closed.  
2. Turn the Main Oven Selector clockwise to FAN OVEN position.  
3. Select  
(Slow Cooking Temperature) by turning Main Oven Temperature  
90  
Control clockwise ensuring the oven door is fully closed.  
Storage and re-heating of food:  
1. If food is to be frozen or not used immediately, place it in a clean container  
and cool as soon as possible.  
2. Always thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before re-heating.  
3. Always reheat food thoroughly and ensure it is piping hot before serving.  
4. Only re-heat food once.  
Points to consider when preparing food for “SLOW” cooking:  
1. Make sure that the dishes to be used will fit into the oven, ensuring enough room for air  
to circulate.  
2. All dishes cooked on the ‘Slow’ setting will require a minimum of 6 hours, however, if  
they are cooked for 1-2 hours longer then deterioration in their appearance, may be  
noticed.  
3. Never cook joints of meat over 2.7kg (6 lb) or poultry over 2kg (4lb 8oz). We do not  
recommend that joints of meat or poultry are stuffed before cooking on the ‘Slow’  
setting.  
4. To seal in the meat juices, always cook meat or poultry at 170˚C for 30 minutes before  
wrapping in foil and placing on a rack over a tin (to allow good air circulation) before  
turning the control to the ‘Slow’ setting and cooking immediately.  
5. Always ensure that joints of pork and poultry are thoroughly cooked by checking with a  
meat thermometer before serving.  
6. Always thaw frozen foods completely before cooking. We do not recommend placing  
frozen food in the oven to cook.  
7. Always bring soups, liquids and casseroles to the boil before placing in the oven.  
8. Ensure that casserole dishes have a good seal (not airtight) and cover the top with foil to  
prevent loss of moisture.  
9. Ensure that fruit and vegetables are cut into even sized small pieces to cook properly.  
10. Always adjust seasoning before serving.  
11. If using dried kidney beans it is important the beans are soaked and then boiled for a  
minimum of 10 minutes before using in any dish, to destroy any toxins.  
12. When cooking fish or egg dishes it may be necessary to check during cooking to avoid  
overcooking.  
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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.  
Cleaning materials to avoid:  
1. Plastic or nylon pads  
2. Household abrasive powders and scourers. These may scratch the surface.  
3. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads.  
Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and attack the metal frame.  
4. Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface.  
ALWAYS SWITCH OFF AT THE MAINS SWITCH BEFORE CLEANING.  
1. ‘CREDACLEAN’ Oven Liners (TOP OVEN)  
Refer to the instructions below for cleaning the ‘Credaclean’ panels.  
How ‘CREDACLEAN’ works:  
The surfaces of the ‘Credaclean’ oven liners are treated on the mottled face with a special vitre-  
ous enamel which absorbs cooking soils. At temperatures of 220˚C (425˚F) or above, the special  
surface enables these soils to be slowly destroyed. The higher the temperature the more effec-  
tive it is. In most cases, normal cooking operations at this temperature will permit this cleaning  
operation to proceed during normal cooking. However, if higher cooking temperatures are not  
used regularly it may be necessary in order to prevent heavy soiling, to run the oven without a  
meat pan at maximum setting for a couple of hours.  
It should not normally be necessary to clean the ‘Credaclean’ panels in water. If the user feels it  
is desirable to do so, wash them in warm soapy water, followed with a rinse of clean water.  
DO NOT use enzyme/biological washing powder, harsh abrasives or oven chemical  
cleaners of any kind.  
2. OVEN LINERS (MAIN OVEN)  
Refer to the instructions below for cleaning the liners.  
These can be cleaned by wiping them over with a clean soapy cloth, followed by a wipe with a  
clean damp cloth or in a dishwasher (see below for removal/refitting instructions). For more  
stubborn stains on the side liners, use a well soaped, fine steel wool soap pad.  
Removal/Refitting Instructions (Oven Liners):  
(a) To remove the liners: Grip at the bottom of the liner and lift upwards, remove from oven for  
cleaning.  
(b) Refitting the liners: Place the liner over the four shoulder screws and slide downwards,  
ensuring all four corners are engaged correctly and the hand grip is positioned towards the  
bottom of the oven.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Ceramic hotplates  
Clean your Creda Ceramic hob top regularly and avoid repeated burning of encrusted  
contamination.  
Your choice of cleaner will depend on the degree of soiling involved (see below).  
G minor soiling, where the contamination has not burnt hard, can be wiped off with a clean  
wet cloth  
G major soiling and strongly-adhering burnt encrustation can be quickly and easily removed  
with a razor-blade scraper  
G hard water stains, grease spots and discolouration having a metallic sheen can be  
removed with ‘Easy Do Cleaner Powder’  
G always condition hob after cleaning by using ‘Easy Do Conditioner’ or ‘Hob Brite. Apply a  
small amount of conditioner with a clean damp cloth or paper towel. Rub vigorously.  
Remove excess with a clean damp cloth or paper towel. Polish with a clean cloth or paper  
towel before the conditioner dries.  
Detergent residues must always be completely removed with a clean wet cloth, (even if the  
instructions for use suggest otherwise), as they can have an etching effect when reheated. Then  
wipe dry.  
To maintain hob in good condition, we would recommend regular use of the ‘Easy Do Powder  
Cleanser.  
Sprinkle Powder Cleanser on a clean damp cloth or paper towel and rub vigorously for 3 to 4  
minutes. Remove all residue with a clean damp cloth or paper towel. Then use conditioner to  
protect the hob.  
For more stubborn marks, mix a small amount of the powder cleanser withCif Lemon Juice(from  
a bottle) and carefully spread over the affected area. Cover with a damp paper towel and leave for  
a minimum of 15 minutes. Rub vigorously. Remove excess with a clean damp cloth or paper towel  
before the conditioner dries. Polish with a clean cloth or paper towel.  
Easy Do products are available from many electrical retailers, Creda Parts Department and Creda  
Parts Distributors. Homecare ‘Hob Brite’ is available from leading Supermarkets.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Decorative trims  
It is advisable to clean the decorative trims regularly to prevent any build up of soiling which may  
detract from the appearance of the cooker.The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe over the  
trims with a soft cloth wrung out in warm water or mild non-abrasive cleaner. (If in doubt try the  
cleaner on a small area of trim which is not noticeable in normal use).Then, after wiping with a cloth  
wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth.  
Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners/powders which may scratch the surface.  
Take care during cleaning not to damage or distort the door seals. Do not lift the door seal from the  
oven chassis, if necessary remove the seal by carefully unhooking the corner clips.  
Take care that the rating label edges are not lifted during cleaning, and furthermore that the  
lettering is not blurred or removed.  
Control Panel:  
Wipe with a damp cloth and polish with a dry cloth.  
Oven Doors:  
Wipe over the doors decorative outer panel; with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water, then after  
wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use scouring pads  
or abrasive powder which may scratch the surface. Ensure that the glass panel is not  
subjected to any sharp mechanical blows.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Top Oven:  
TM  
Remove the grill pan, Easy Glide Shelf, rod shelf and the wire grid food support, it is best to wash  
these items immediately after use to prevent stains from being burnt on when used again.Wipe out  
the Grill compartment, use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the Easy  
Glide Shelf, rod shelf and the floor of the compartment.  
NOTE: Take care when cleaning Easy Glide™ Shelf not to trap fingers between mating parts.  
Solarplus Grill:  
To clean use a clean, damp soapy cloth and wipe over. If stubborn stains remain, gently clean with  
a nylon scouring pad and wipe over with a damp cloth. DO NOT use metal cleaning utensils, wire  
wool or proprietary oven cleaners on the grill element mesh.  
Main and Top Ovens:  
1. Glass Door – open the oven door fully. The glass panel may now be cleaned.  
Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool soap pad. Do not use scouring pads,  
or abrasive powder, which will scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not  
subjected to any sharp mechanical blows.  
For slight soiling the inner glass panel may be cleaned, while still warm. For removing stubborn  
stains see:‘CLEANING THE DOORS’ .  
2. Remove the rod shelves and meat pan.  
Use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the rod shelves, meat pan and the  
floor of the oven.  
Do not use aerosol cleaners on this oven as they could adversely affect the fan motor unit, and  
cannot be wiped off the fan blade.  
Replacement oven lamp:  
CAUTION - DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE SUPPLY BEFORE REPLACING THE LAMP.  
Open the oven door and remove the rod shelves. Using a suitable cloth to protect the fingers grip  
the light glass dome, unscrew anti-clockwise to remove. Unscrew the lamp anti-clockwise. Fit  
replacement lamp (15W 300°C rated SES), refit dome.  
Wall-mounted splashpanel:  
A wall-mounted splashpanel is available as an optional extra from the Spare Parts Department.  
See back cover for details.  
Care must be taken that rating label edges are not lifted during cleaning and furthermore that  
the lettering is not blurred or removed.  
For details of your nearest Service Centre please see the separate service leaflet. If you have any  
queries regarding service or spares, our Parts and Service Division will be pleased to advise.  
See back cover for details.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Take particular care not to damage the inner surface of the door inner glass that is coated  
with a heat reflective layer. Do not use scouring pads, or abrasive powder, which will  
scratch the glass. Ensure that the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical  
blows.  
Stubborn stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool pad. For slight soiling the inner glass  
panel may be cleaned, while still warm, without removing it from the door. After cleaning, rinse  
and dry with a soft cloth.  
CLEANING THE DOORS  
SIDE OPENING DOORS  
Cleaning the door glass is the same as the drop down doors, except take care to support the  
weight of the inner glass when removing and refitting.  
DROP DOWN DOORS  
Remove the door inner glass as follows.  
1.  
2.  
Open the door fully and unscrew the two screws securing the glass panel so that the  
securing brackets can be turned. There is no need to remove the screws completely.  
Turn the brackets so that the glass can be removed and cleaned at the sink (Fig. 1.)  
Fig. 1.  
3.  
The inside of the outer door glass can now be  
cleaned while still fitted to the cooker.  
Glass  
NEVER OPERATE THE COOKER WITHOUT THE INNER DOOR GLASS IN  
POSITION.  
Refit the door inner glass as follows.  
1.  
2.  
NOTE: The inner door glass has a special reflective coating on one side. Replace the  
door inner glass so that the statement: “IMPORTANT THIS FACE TOWARDS THE  
OVEN” can be read from the inner side of the door.  
Turn the two securing brackets back to their original position to retain the glass and  
tighten the screws. (Fig. 2.)  
Fig. 2.  
Glass  
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Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?  
Problem  
Check  
Grilling  
Uneven cooking front  
to back  
Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below  
the grill element.  
Ensure that the grill pan is not lined with foil.  
Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a setting.  
The anti-splash tray will also prevent the fat from splattering.  
Fat splattering  
Baking (General)  
Uneven rising of cakes  
Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit  
level on the rod shelf and adjusting the wheels/feet.  
The oven should be checked both left to right and front  
to back.  
The following may cause cakes to sink:  
Sinking of cakes  
1. Preheating of fan ovens.  
2. Cooking at too high a temperature.  
3. Using normal creaming method with soft margarine.  
(use the all-in-one method – see Cook Book supplied).  
4. If using soft margarine use the all - in - one method  
Over/Under cooking  
Fast/Slow cooking  
Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in  
the oven temperature charts, however, it may be necessary  
to increase or decrease temperatures by 10˚C to suit  
personal taste.  
1
4
Do not use utensils greater than 56mm (2 / ins) in height.  
Uneven cooking of  
cakes  
1. Too large baking sheet used (see 'Cookery Notes', for correct  
sizes).  
2. Over loading of oven and always ensure even air gaps around  
baking tins.  
3. Placed into pre-heated oven (see ‘Oven Temperature Charts’)  
Top Oven Baking  
Uneven cooking front  
to back  
Ensure the cooking utensil is at least 4ins from the front  
of the shelf.  
Uneven rising of  
cakes  
Ensure that the shelf is level (see above) and that the  
food is positioned centrally in the oven.  
Remember to reduce cooking temperatures by 10˚C  
from standard recipes when using the top oven.  
Overcooking  
Food is taking too long to  
cook  
Ensure that the cooking utensil used in the top oven is not larger  
than 300x225mm (12ins x 9ins), e.g. the main oven meat pan.  
Only cook one item at a time to avoid overloading the oven.  
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Something Wrong with your Cooker?  
Before calling your Service Engineer, please check through the following list:  
THERE MAY BE NOTHING WRONG.  
Problem  
Slight odour or small amount This is normal and should cease after a short period.  
of smoke when grill / oven  
used first time  
If you find that the timer display is blank, then it is likely that  
Nothing works  
there is no electricity supply to your oven. Check:  
(i) That the main cooker wall is switched on  
(ii) Other appliances, to see if you have had a power cut  
(iii) The main circuit breaker for the property  
Your timer may be set for an Auto cooking programme: Check  
Main oven does not work.  
the timer to see whether ‘Auto’ is set or flashing. If it is then  
Grill and top oven work.  
please follow the instructions given in the Timer section of this  
book, to return the timer to Manual operation.  
Operating the cooker under the following conditions may cause  
Top oven and grill do  
a safety device to operate:  
not work. Main oven  
(a) Grilling with the door closed - Always grill with the door fully  
works.  
open  
(b)Grilling for an excessively long period at maximum setting -  
see Grilling guide.  
Switch off appliance and allow to cool for approx 30 mins.  
Switch the cooker back on and check that the Grill / Top oven is  
now operating.  
Ensure that the top oven control is turned fully off.  
Grill does not work.  
When the Grill control is operating at less than its maximum  
setting, the Grill will cycle on and off, this is normal and not a  
fault.  
Grill keeps turning  
on and off.  
The power supply to your oven has possibly been interrupted,  
but has now come back on again. Reset the timer to the correct  
time of day using the instructions given in the timer section of  
the book.  
Timer is showing ‘ 0.00’  
Timer buzzer operates  
continually.  
The bleeper will stop automatically after several minutes. To  
cancel, press the “-” button to silence.  
Remember ‘Cook Period’ is the actual length of time for which  
the timer will switch the main oven on as part of an ‘Auto  
Cooking’ programme.  
Unable to set auto oven  
programme  
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Problem  
Oven temperatures too high Check temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in  
or low  
the Oven Temperature Charts.  
It may be necessary to increase or decrease the recommended  
temperature slightly to suit your taste.  
Oven does not cook evenly  
Check:  
(a) Temperature and shelf positions are as recommended in the  
Oven Temperature Charts.  
(b)Oven utensils being used allow sufficient air flow around  
them.  
Oven lamp does not work  
The oven lamp is not covered by the guarantee. The part is  
easily changed (see the section on oven lamp replacement) A  
new lamp may be obtained from our Parts department (see  
back cover)  
Draught from beneath  
control panel  
A gentle flow of air will be blown from beneath the control  
panel when the appliance is used. If the appliance is still warm,  
this cooling fan may run on, or restart itself when all controls  
have been turned off.  
The fan will stop once the appliance has been cooled. This is  
normal and not a fault.  
(a) It is imperative that Ceramic hobs are cleaned and  
conditioned regularly - Please refer to the Care and Cleaning  
section for further information.  
Marks appearing on hob /  
Can not clean hob  
(b)With any Ceramic hob, using the correct pans is essential.  
Not all pans are suitable - Please refer Ceramic Hob /  
Choosing your Utensils section for more information.  
Condensation on the wall at Steam and / or condensation may appear from the vent at the  
the rear of the cooker.  
rear of the appliance when using an oven particularly for foods  
with a high water content e.g. frozen chips, roast chicken etc.  
This is normal, and any excess should be wiped off.  
Steam / Condensation in the  
oven after use.  
Steam is a by - product of cooking any food with a high water  
contact. To help minimise always:  
a) Try to avoid leaving food in the oven to cool after being  
cooked.  
b) Use a covered container, wherever possible.  
If you have been through the list and there is still a problem, contact your Local Service  
Office (see back cover).  
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Key Contacts  
Service  
Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained  
specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence.  
Repair Service  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
You will be asked for the following information:-  
Name, address and postcode.  
Telephone number  
Model / Serial number of the appliance  
Clear and concise details of the query or fault  
Place and Date of purchase  
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).  
Extended Warranty  
To join: UK 08709 088 088  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts & Accessories  
Mail Order Hotline  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
For further product information 08701 546474  
All Creda Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.  
General Domestic Appliances Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB  
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