Operation

Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats.If frying combinations of oils and fats, stir them together before heating.Use a deep fat thermometer, if possible, to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point.Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep-fat frying. Filling the pan with too much fat can cause spillovers when food is added.Accessible parts can become hot when the grill is in use.When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating.Do not use this oven for purposes other than cooking.Use caution if opening the door when the oven is operating. Hot surfaces can cause serious burns.In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.Excess spillage and utensils inside the oven must be removed before cleaning.When using cleaning mode, remove the baking tray, deep baking tray, wire grill, all cookware, aluminum foil, or any other material from the oven.When the oven is first switched on, it may give off an unpleasant smell. This is completely normal. If it does occur, you merely have to wait for the smell to clear before putting food into the oven.Be careful when preparing food with drinks that have a high alcohol content. Alcohol evaporates at high temperatures, and in certain circumstances, the alcoholic vapours could ignite inside the appliance.The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat, moisture and products of combustion in the room in which it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated especially when the appliance is in use.Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may require additional ventilation, for example the increasing of mechanical ventilation where present, additional ventilation to safely remove the products of combustion to outside (external) air whilst also providing room air changes with additional ventilation.In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the burner control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least 1 min.The device shall not be operated for more than 15 seconds. If after 15 seconds the burner has not lit, stop operating the device and open the compartment door and/or wait at least 1 minute before attempting a further ignition of the burner.This appliance is for cooking purposes only. It must not be used for other purposes, for example room heating.

Maintenance

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be performed by a qualified technician.Do not use harsh etching, abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface. Scratches can cause the glass to shatter.Make sure oven lights are cool before cleaning.Do not clean the door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.Do not rinse trays and racks by placing them in water just after cooking. This may cause breakage or damage.The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could shorten the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. Never use oven cleaner in the cooking compartment when it is still warm, and never heat up the oven unless all oven cleaner has been wiped off.Do not use oven cleaners, steam cleaners, harsh chemical cleaners, bleach, vinegar, steel scouring pads, or abrasive pads or cleansers to clean the oven, as they can permanently damage the oven surface.Do not remove the door cover without the appliance door removed beforehand. Damage caused by incorrect operation is not covered under warranty.Keep your hands away from the hinges when removing the door cover and inner glass and/or closing the door.Once the door cover is removed, the inner glass can be easily moved and it can cause damage and/or injury.Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.Always disconnect the gas supply before carrying out any work on the appliance.Unplug the oven and close the safety valve on the gas supply line if the appliance is going to be left unused for a long period of time.