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Hotpoint CH60GTXF manual

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    CC This appliance must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and only used in a well ventilated space. Read these instructions before installing or using the appliance and retain them for future reference. Use and Installation Instructions CH60GTCF CH60GTXF Please phone us on 08448 24 24 24 to activate y our guarantee PLEASE PHON[...]

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    2 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 CONTENTS PAGE Introduction 3 For Your Safety 4 Installation Instructions 6 Features 13 Control Panel 14 Oven Timer Operation 16 Hotplate 21 Grill 23 Main Oven 25 Main Oven Cooking Chart 27 The “Slow Cook” Setting 29 Top Oven 30 Top Oven Cooking Char[...]

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    3 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 INTRODUCTION To help you make the best use of your cooker, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY. Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting service. The guarantee is only applicable if the cooker has been installed in accordance with the Installa[...]

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    4 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 FOR YOUR SAFETY Please read the precautions below before using your cooker. ALWAYS . . . ALWAYS make sure you understand the controls before using the cooker. ALWAYS check that all controls on the cooker are turned off after use. ALWAYS stand back when [...]

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    5 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 FOR YOUR SAFETY NEVER . . . NEVER leave children unsupervised where the cooker is installed as all surfaces will get hot during and after use. NEVER allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the cooker. NEVER store items that children may attempt to r[...]

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    6 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustment conditions are compatible. The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the data badge which is fitted on the back[...]

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    7 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 TECHNICAL DATA Gas connection Rp ½ (½" BSP female) Pressure test point Front left hotplate injector Gas rate adjustment None Aeration adjustment None Electrical connection Flexible cord fitted with a 3 pin 13 amp plug 230/240V a.c. 50Hz. 13A fuse[...]

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    8 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SPACE FOR FIXING The cooker can be close fitted below hotplate level. This requires a minimum distance of 600mm between cupboard units of hotplate height. When installing next to a tall cupboard, partition or wall, for a minimu[...]

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    9 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING THE COOKER Unpack the components from inside the grill and oven. Check that the following parts are present: Grill pan and grid Top oven/grill shelf heat shield Baking dish Pan supports Main oven shelves (2) Enamelled[...]

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    10 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STABILITY CHAIN A hole in the gas inlet valve bracket can be used to engage a stability chain. CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY 300 670 Connection to the cooker should be made with an approved appliance flexible connection to BS 669. [...]

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    11 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. CONNECT TO A 230-240V A.C. SUPPLY ONLY. Connection to the electricity supply should be made via a properly earthed, readily accessible wall socket which is adjacent to but not directly abo[...]

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    12 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONAL CHECKS After installation, check for gas soundness. The supply pressure can be checked at the front left hotplate burner injector. Fit the hotplate burner bodies and caps, pan supports and shelf sh[...]

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    13 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Timer Top oven/grill rod shelf Oven light Oven fan Door Switch 'Stay Clean' liners Main oven rod shelves Model number & Serial number label Inner door glass Main Oven door Top Oven door 'Stay Clean' liners Control panel Grill pa[...]

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    14 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Control Knobs for the gas burners The position of the gas burner controlled by each one of the knobs is shown by a solid ring • . To light one of the burners, hold a lighted match or lighter near the burner and, at the same time, press down and turn [...]

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    15 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 The oven timer offers you the following features: 1. Time of Day 2. Automatic Cooking 3. Minute Minder AUTOMATIC COOKING The main oven can be controlled automatically. GUIDANCE ON AUTOMATIC COOKING 1. Select foods which will take the same time to cook.[...]

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    16 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 OVEN TIMER OPERATION A U T O 00 0 . CLOCKFACE The timer incorporates a 24 hour clock. Ensure the correct time of day is always set, before using your cooker. SYMBOLS A 'bell' symbol will light up when you select a Minute Minder Period and wil[...]

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    17 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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 the Auto symbol, flashing intermittently. Step 4 Press &am[...]

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    18 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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 co[...]

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    19 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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[...]

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    20 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 TO CANCEL AN AUTO COOKING PROGRAMME BEFORE THE COOK PERIOD HAS FINISHED. Step 1 Turn the oven control to the OFF position. Step 2 Press the Manual button to return the oven to "Manual" operation. The 'Auto' sym- bol will go out. Not[...]

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    21 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 HOTPLATE The hotplate lid is fitted with a safety device which cuts off the gas supply to the hotplate burners unless the lid is fully open. Do not use the safety device as a means of controlling the hotplate burners. The hotplate has two high speed bu[...]

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    22 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR DEEP FAT FRYING 1. Never fill chip pans more than one third full with oil or fat. 2. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooling period. 3. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan. 4. Always dry food thor[...]

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    23 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 GRILL CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS USED. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY. The grill is fitted with a safety device that will cut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame is extinguished for any reason. Each time t[...]

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    24 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 TO USE THE GRILL 1. Open the top oven/grill door and remove the grill pan. 2. Remove the heat shield from the rear of the shelf for maximum grilling area and place the shelf in appropriate position - (Chesterfield only). 3. Push in and turn the control[...]

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    25 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 The main oven is fitted with a safety device that re-lights the burner if the flame has been extinguished for any reason and another safety device that reduces the gas flow to a safe level if, for any reason, the burner fails to light. The oven has dif[...]

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    26 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 COLD START COOKING Anything requiring long slow cooking such as casseroles and rich fruit cakes can be put into a cold oven. Satisfactory results can also be obtained with creamed mixture, rich pastries or yeast mixtures, but for perfection we recommen[...]

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    27 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed. Allow 15[...]

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    28 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 MAIN OVEN COOKING CHART When baking with two trays or tins on two levels, the top tray is removed first and the lower tray moved up to the top position for a few minutes longer. Soft Margarine - Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufa[...]

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    29 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 THE ‘SLOW COOK’ SETTING The 'Slow Cook' setting on the main oven thermostat is used for slow cooking, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods. USING THE 'SLOW COOK' SETTING FOR SLOW COOKING 1. All dishes cooked by[...]

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    30 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 The top oven can be used to cook small quantities of food or used in conjunction with the main oven to provide additional cooking space. The top oven is fitted with a safety device that will cut off the gas supply to the burner if the flame is extingui[...]

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    31 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 The following times and setting are for guidance only. You may wish to alter the setting to give a result more to your satisfaction. When a different setting to that shown below is given in a recipe, the recipe instructions should be followed. Allow 15[...]

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    32 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 TOP OVEN COOKING CHART Soft Margarine - Use the oven settings recommended by the margarine manufacturer and not those indicated on the cooking chart. Food Ga s Ma rk Shel f Posit i ons Approx . Cooking Ti me and Com ments CAK ES, P A STRIES A ND BISCUI[...]

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    33 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 ! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance. ! Clean the glass part of the oven door using a sponge and a non-abrasive cleaning product, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough abrasive material or sharp metal scrap[...]

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    34 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS BURNER MAINTANANCE INSTRUCTIONS Before cleaning the burners ensure the appliance is switch off and isolated from the electri[...]

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    35 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 COOKER FINI SH CLEANING METHOD Vitr eous Enamel Door inner panel s, pan support s, bur ner caps , ro ast ing dish, grill pan, m ai n ov en b ase, i nside of gril l com part ment . Cl ot h wrung out i n warm soapy wat er. Stubbor n st ains can b e rem o[...]

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    36 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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. PRO BLEM CHECK Bur ner will no t light : I f all bur ners f ai l t o ignit e : Check t[...]

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    37 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 DISPOSAL 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[...]

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    38 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24[...]

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    39 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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 t[...]

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    40 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 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[...]