User manual PARKINSON COWAN P300

[. . . ] Any electrical installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician/competent person. Remove all packaging before using the cooker. Ensure that the gas and electrical supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate, located near the gas supply pipe. Do not attempt to modify the cooker in any way. [. . . ] · Prick the skin of poultry and sausages with a fork before cooking to avoid spitting. · Use heatproof glass dishes for soufflés. The effects of dishes on cooking results Dishes and tins vary in their thickness, conductivity, colour, etc. which affects the way they transmit heat to the food inside them. A Aluminium, earthenware, oven glassware and bright shiny utensils reduce cooking and base browning. B Enamelled cast iron, anodised aluminium, aluminium with non-stick interior and coloured exterior and dark, heavy utensils increase cooking and base browning. Oven thermostat pilot light The oven pilot light illuminates as soon as the thermostat control knob is turned on and remains lit while the oven / grill is in operation. Timer (Minute Minder) Turn the control knob (fig. 10) clockwise to the maximum position and than turn it back to the position corresponding to the period of time necessary for the cooking. At the end of the time selected an acoustic signal sounds which stops automatically. The timer does not interrupt the operation of the oven at the end of the set time. 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 5 10 15 20 fig. If the door glass panel becomes chipped or has deep scratches, the glass will be weakened and must be replaced to prevent the possibility of the panel shattering. Contact your local Service Centre who will be pleased to advise further. IMPORTANT: The inner door glass must be in place when using the oven. 16 13 Oven Cavity The enamelled oven cavity is best cleaned whilst the oven is still warm. Wipe the oven over with a soft cloth soaked in warm soapy water after each use. From time to time it will be necessary to do a more thorough cleaning, using a proprietary oven cleaner. Hob After every use wipe with a soft cloth well wrung out in warm water to which a little washing up liquid has been added, avoiding any leakage through the holes of the hob. To remove more stubborn stains, wet and leave to dissolve, do not scratch and avoid the use of abrasive or caustic products that could damage the enamel. Burner cap Burners The burner caps and crowns can be removed for cleaning. Wash the burners caps and crowns using hot soapy water, and remove marks with a mild paste cleaner. A well-moistened soap impregnated steel wool pad can be used with caution, if the marks are particularly difficult to remove. After cleaning, be sure to wipe dry with a soft cloth. 18 Burner ring Ignition OVEN BULB REPLACEMENT Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the electricity supply before replacing the bulb to avoid possibility of an electric shock. [. . . ] Fuse capacity: 13A NOTE: The earth wire should be about 2 cm longer than the live and neutral wires. Note: Check on the rating plate the value for the total connection power for establishing the fuse power. 22 GAS CONNECTION Your cooker is delivered adjusted for the kind of gas stated on the rating plate. If the appliance is supplied with natural gas and the pressure for natural gas is 20mbar. The following methods of connection to the gas supply must be used: Right Hand Connection (from front) Ensure that the rubber hose is not in contact with any part of the hatched area shown in the diagram and that the loop of the hose when connected is not in contact with the floor when the appliance is in position (fig. [. . . ]