PREFACE
Welcome to your new Electra cooker. Its stylish and practical design will enhance your kitchen and make "cooking
electric" a pleasure.
Features include four sealed hotplates, a full width grill, a fan assisted oven for economical cooking and three
removable shelves.
Even if you have used an electric cooker before, it is important that you read these instructions thoroughly before
starting to cook, paying particular attention to the installation and safety instructions.
Getting Help
IMPORTANT
If you have any problems with installing or operating your new cooker please contact your
Electricity Company for advice.
For your own safety, make sure that these instructions on installation, use and
maintenance are followed.
We advise you to keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
If you sell or transfer ownership of this product, please pass on these instructions to the
new owner.
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TECHNICAL DETAILS
MODEL NO. EL305C
Voltage:
Wattage:
Height:
Width:
230/240 Volts AC 50Hz
9.8/10.7kW
900mm
500mm
Depth:
600mm
This appliance complies with: European Council Directive 73/23/EEC.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC.
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CONTENTS
Preface
Technical Details
Contents
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Safety
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Before Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
During Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
After Use . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
General . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7
Rating Plate
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Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Reversible Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 8
General Notes on Using Your Cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control Panel Indicator Neon . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 8
About Condensation and Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Grill and Oven Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 8
Getting to know your Cooker
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The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The Sealed Hotplates . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Recommended Saucepans . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 10
Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Deep Fat Frying . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Preserving . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The Grill
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Uses of the Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Selecting the Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Things To Note . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
The Grill Pan and Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 12
Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Grilling Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
The Fan Oven
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Uses of the Fan Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting the Fan Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 14
Things To Note . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To Fit the Oven Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 15
Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Oven Cooking Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Roasting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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CONTENTS
Defrosting
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Uses of Defrost Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 18
Selecting Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Things to Note . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Care and Cleaning
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Cleaning Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cleaning the Sealed Hotplates and Hotplate trims . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 19
Cleaning the Vitreous Enamel . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 19
Cleaning the Outside of the Cooker . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cleaning the Grill, Grill Pan, Grill Pan Grid and Oven Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning Inside the Oven and Grill Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 20
Care of Stayclean Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 20
Hints and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Something not Working? . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 21
Guarantee
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Service Call Record . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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SAFETY
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN
THE INTERESTS OF YOUR SAFETY.
ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND
THEM ALL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE COOKER.
DURING OPERATION
Do not use this cooker if it is in
contact with water. Never operate it
with wet hands.
This cooker is designed to be
operated by adults. Young children
must not be allowed to tamper with
the cooker or play with the controls.
PLEASE
READ
CAREFULLY
Accessible parts especially around
the grill area may become hot when
the cooker is in use. Children should
be kept away until it has cooled.
BEFORE INSTALLATION
This cooker is heavy and care must
be taken when moving it.
Take great care when heating fats
and oils as they will ignite if they
become too hot.
Ensure that all packaging, both
inside and outside the cooker has
been removed before the appliance
is used.
This cooker has been designed for
cooking edible foodstuffs only, and
must not be used for any other
purposes.
Never place plastic or any other
material which may melt in the oven
or on the hob.
Do not try to move the cooker by
pulling the door handles.
Ensure cooking utensils are large
enough to contain foods to prevent
spillages and boil overs.
The electrical installation work must
be undertaken by
a
qualified
electrician/ competent person.
The handles of saucepans which are
smaller than the heated area on the
hob will become hot. Ensure your
hand is protected before handling the
pan.
It is dangerous to alter or modify
the specifications of the cooker in
any way.
Take
care
to
follow
the
recommendations given for tending
the food when grilling.
After installation, please dispose of
the packaging with due regard to
safety and the environment.
Do not leave the grill pan handle in
position when grilling as it will
become hot.
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Always use oven gloves to remove
and replace the grill pan handle when
grilling. Recommendations given on
page 12.
Cookers and hobs become very hot,
and retain their heat for a long period
of time after use. Children should be
kept well away from the cooker until it
has cooled.
Ensure that you support the grill pan
when it is in the withdrawn or partially
withdrawn position.
GENERAL
Under no circumstances should
repairs
be
carried
out
by
inexperienced persons as this may
cause injury or serious malfunction.
This cooker should be serviced by an
authorised Service Engineer and only
genuine approved spare parts should
be used.
Ensure that all vents are left
unobstructed to ensure ventilation of
the oven.
Ensure that the anti-tilt shelves are
put in place correctly. Refer to
instructions on page 15.
Do not stand on the cooker or on
the open oven door.
Never line any part of the cooker
with aluminium foil.
Do not hang towels, dishcloths or
clothes from the cooker or its handle.
They are a safety hazard.
Always stand back from the cooker
when opening the oven door to allow
any build up of steam or heat to
release.
Always switch OFF the cooker at its
power point and allow the cooker to
cool before any maintenance or
cleaning work is carried out.
Do not place sealed cans or
aerosols inside the oven. They may
explode if they are heated.
Do not leave the hotplates switched
ON for long periods when not
covered by a saucepan. The controls
and cabinets may overheat.
Only clean this cooker in accordance
with the instructions given in this
book.
AFTER USE
Ensure that all control knobs are in
the OFF position when not in use.
Your safety is of paramount importance.
Therefore, if you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these WARNINGS contact your
local Electricity Company.
For hygiene and safety reasons this
cooker should be kept clean at all
times. A build-up of fats or other
foodstuffs could result in a fire,
especially in the grill pan.
Do not leave utensils containing
foodstuffs, e.g. fat or oil in or on the
cooker in case it is inadvertently
switched ON.
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INTRODUCTION
WARNING: THIS COOKER MUST BE EARTHED
RATING PLATE
The cable should be routed away from potentially hot
areas marked by X in the diagram below.
Record the model, product and serial numbers on
page 23 from the rating plate. This is situated on the
lower front frame of the cooker and can be seen
upon opening the fan oven door.
The cooker must be protected by a suitably rated
fuse or circuit breaker. The rating of the cooker is
given on the rating plate.
To move the cooker, open the fan oven door, and lift
the cooker by holding inside the top of the
compartment.
Do not remove the rating plate from the cooker
as this may invalidate the guarantee.
INSTALLATION
If your cooker has been damaged in transit, contact
your supplier immediately. DO NOT attempt to install
it.
Your cooker left the factory fully packaged to protect
it from damage. If it is delivered without packaging
and damage has occurred, the manufacturer cannot
accept responsibility. Contact your supplier for
advice.
This is a type X appliance which means it is
free-standing and can be fitted with cabinets on one
or both sides. It may also be fitted in a corner setting.
Ensure that the cooker is standing level.
Once the packaging has been removed the cooker
should only be moved by hand. DO NOT use a sack
barrow or any other aid to lift the cooker as damage
may occur.
Side walls which are above hob level should be
protected by heat resistant non-combustible material
and MUST NOT be nearer than 40mm to the hob
side.
A nominal air gap of 2mm all around the cooker is
required to enable the cooker to be moved into
position. It is recommended that proprietary trims are
fitted to protect the worktops of either side of the
appliance. These are available from most DIY stores.
Connection to the electricity supply must be carried
out by a qualified electrician/competent person.
The electrical connection should be made using a
double pole isolating switch (cooker socket) with at
least 3mm contact separation. The cable must have
conductors of sufficiently high cross-sectional area to
prevent overheating and deterioration.
Two spacers have been incorporated into the back of
the appliance to ensure an air gap of 10mm is
maintained at hotplate level. Tiles or other forms of
deep wall covering should not obscure this gap.
Six square millimetres (6.00mm²) is the recommended
cross-section area.
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Note: Vapours from the oven vent may in time cause
discolouration of wallcoverings behind the cooker.
For ease of cleaning it may be preferable to tile
behind the cooker.
ABOUT CONDENSATION AND STEAM
When food is heated it produces steam similar to a
boiling kettle. The ovens are vented to allow some of
this steam to escape. However, always stand back
from the cooker when opening the oven door to allow
any build up of steam or heat to release.
Overhanging surfaces or a cooker hood should be a
minimum of 685mm above the hob.
If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface
on the outside of the cooker, e.g. a trim, it will
condense and produce water droplets. This is quite
normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.
To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away
condensation and also soilage from surfaces.
GRILL AND OVEN FURNITURE
The following items of grill and oven furniture have
been supplied with the cooker.
It is important to ensure that the appliance is level
after installation. Levelling feet are fitted to the front
of the appliance to accommodate uneven floors.
REVERSIBLE MAIN OVEN DOOR
1 grill pan
If you require the oven door to be hinged on the
opposite side, you will need to contact your local
Electricity Company's Service Department. PLEASE
NOTE that a charge may be made.
1 grill pan handle
1 grill pan grid
GENERAL NOTES ON USING YOUR
COOKER
We suggest that you run the oven elements for 10 -
15 minutes at 220°C to burn off any residue from
their surfaces.
The procedure should be repeated with the grill for
approximately 5 - 10 minutes.
During this period an odour may be emitted, it is
therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.
1 straight shelf for
grilling
OVEN INDICATOR NEON
The light will indicate whether the oven is switched
on, the neon also indicates when the set temperature
has been reached. The neon will turn on and off
during use to show that the temperature is being
maintained.
2 straight shelves
for main oven cooking
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKER
THE CONTROL PANEL
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C
EL305
B
FEATURES
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B
C
D
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Fan Oven Control
Fan Oven Indicator Neon
Grill Control
Hotplate Controls
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THE SEALED HOTPLATES
BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.
EL305
To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest represents the coolest
setting. Choose a setting appropriate to the
quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
Pressure cookers, preserving pans etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans
with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
Traditional round bottomed Woks must not be used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.
To check the flatness of the saucepan place a ruler
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look for
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base.
HINTS AND TIPS
Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can
cause condensation to form on the hotplates
which may lead to deterioration.
Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan
manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.
The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 3cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate. If
the base is too small energy will be wasted, boilovers
will also be more difficult to deal with as spillage will
fall directly onto the hotplate.
Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
To prolong the life of the hotplates:
Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket
Never use an asbestos mat
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6. Frying temperatures
First frying of potatoes
DEEP FAT FRYING
Celsius
Fahrenheit
Scale (oC) Scale (oF)
SPECIAL FRYING NOTE:
150
300
For safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan
one-third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid
and DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the
unfortunate event of a fire, switch the cooker OFF at
the electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid or
damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.
170
175
180
340
350
360
Second frying of potatoes
Frying chicken and fish
190
195
200
375
380
390
DO NOT use water on the fire. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30 minutes before moving it.
PRESERVING
DO NOT leave the fat or oil in the frying pan on the
hob to store it in case the hob is inadvertently
switched ON.
1. DO NOT use a pan that overlaps the perimeter of
the hob trim.
1. Preparing the food
2. To allow for a full rolling boil, the pan should be
no more than one third full when all the
ingredients have been added. It is better to use
two pans rather than overfill one, or use half
quantities.
Seal the food by coating with flour, egg and
breadcrumbs or batter. Do not use a basket with
batter coated foods as they will stick.
2. Amount of oil
3. Use firm fruit or vegetables and wash well before
using.
For safety purposes fill the pan only one-third full
of oil.
4. Preserving sugar gives clear jam, however
granulated sugar is cheaper and gives equally
good flavour.
3. Testing the temperature of the oil
It is advisable to use a thermometer to test the
temperature of the oil. Alternatively, drop a small
cube of bread into the oil which should brown in
just under a minute if the oil is at the correct
temperature of 190°C/375°F.
5. Crystallization may be caused if sugar is not
completely dissolved before bringing jam to the
boil. Over boiling will affect the flavour, setting
properties and colour of the jam.
4. Cooking the food
6. To test jam for setting:
Lower the food gently into the oil. Do not add
too much food at once or the temperature of the
oil will be reduced and may result in soggy,
greasy food.
If a jam thermometer is available, boil jam to
104°C. Marmalade should be boiled to 106°C.
If a jam thermometer is not available, remove
pan from heat, place sample of jam on a cold
dish and cool quickly (i.e. in a freezer or frozen
food storage compartment of a refrigerator).
When cold, it will crinkle and hold the mark of a
finger run through it, if it is at setting point.
Turn the food if necessary; doughnuts float to the
surface so will not brown on the upperside if not
turned. Once cooked, drain the food on
absorbent paper.
5. Double frying chips
7. The scum should be removed as soon as
possible from the surface of the preserve after
setting point has been reached. Marmalade
should be allowed to cool before potting to
prevent the peel rising.
Double frying will ensure good chips. First fry the
chips for a few minutes at 170°C/340°F to seal
the outside. Remove the chips from the oil.
Increase the temperature of the oil to
190°C/375°F to finish cooking and brown the
chips.
Chips may be kept for several hours after the first
frying before finishing off with the second frying.
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THE GRILL
USES OF THE GRILL
CAUTION - ACCESSIBLE PARTS MAY BECOME HOT WHEN THE GRILL IS IN USE. CHILDREN SHOULD
BE KEPT AWAY.
SELECTING THE GRILL
EL305
THE GRILL PAN AND HANDLE
To operate the grill open the grill door and turn
the grill control in either direction.
The grill pan is supplied with a removable handle.
The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest the coolest setting.
To insert the handle, press the button on the handle
with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly upwards
inserting the lip into widest part of the bracket. Move
the handle towards the left, lower into position and
release the button.
Setting 5 represents the grill on Full.
At lower settings the grill may turn on and off
over time and you may prefer to use these
settings for keeping food warm.
Ensure the handle is positively located.
THINGS TO NOTE
When removing the handle, press the button on the
handle with the thumb and pivot the handle slightly
upwards and towards the right to remove from the
bracket.
THE GRILL DOOR MUST BE LEFT OPEN DURING
GRILLING.
Closing the grill door will cut OFF the power to the
grill element preventing incorrect use.
Ensure your hand is protected when removing
the grill pan handle as the grill element can
become very hot.
Some smoke from fat splashes may be evident as
the grill cleans itself.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE GRILL PAN HANDLE
DURING GRILLING.
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To correctly locate the grill pan on the shelf, ensure
that the cut out on the underside of the handle
bracket locates over the front bar of the shelf.
Preheat the grill on a full setting for a few minutes
before sealing steaks or toasting. Adjust the heat
setting and the shelf as necessary during
cooking.
The food should be turned over during cooking
as required.
To check the progress of the food being grilled, the
grill pan should be withdrawn on the shelf to attend to
food during cooking or the carrier shelf can be lifted
away from the cooker and rested on a heat resistant
work surface.
GRILLING CHART
FOOD
SHELF
GRILL TIME
(mins)
Bacon Rashers
Beefburgers
1
1
1
2-3 each side
6-10 each side
15-20 each side
Chicken Joints
Chops - Lamb
Pork
1
1
7-10 each side
10-15 each side
Fish - Whole
Trout/Mackerel
1
1
1
1
1
1
8-12 each side
4-6 each side
HINTS AND TIPS
Fillets - Plaice/Cod
Kebabs
Food should be thoroughly dried before
grilling to minimise splashing. Brush lean
meats and fish lightly with a little oil or melted
butter to keep them moist during cooking.
10-15 each side
4-6 each side
Kidneys - Lamb/Pig
Liver - Lamb/Pig
Sausages
Adjust the grill pan runner position to allow for
different heights of food.
5-10 each side
10-15 each side
Steaks - Rare
Medium
1
1
1
3-6 each side
6-8 each side
7-10 each side
Well Done
Toasted Sandwiches
1
1¼-1½ each
side
Accompaniments such as tomatoes and
mushrooms may be placed underneath the
grid when grilling meats.
Shelf positions are counted from the bottom
upwards.
The times quoted above are given as a guide and
should be adjusted to suit personal taste.
When toasting bread use the straight shelf in
position 1 with the grid in the high position.
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THE FAN OVEN
USES OF THE FAN OVEN
PREHEATING
The fan oven quickly reaches its temperature, so it is not usually necessary to preheat the oven. Without
preheating however, you may find you need to add an extra 5 - 10 minutes on the recommended cooking times.
For recipes needing high temperatures, e.g. bread, pastries , scones, soufflés etc., best results are achieved if the
oven is preheated first.
COOKING TEMPERATURES
Fan oven cooking generally requires lower temperatures than conventional cooking. Follow the temperatures
recommended in the chart on page 16. As a guide reduce temperatures by about 20°C - 25°C for your own recipes.
BATCH BAKING
The fan oven cooks evenly on both shelf levels, especially useful when batch baking.
SELECTING THE FAN OVEN
EL305
THINGS TO NOTE
Turn the fan oven temperature control to the
required setting.
The main oven neon indicator will glow until the oven
has reached the desired temperature and then go
out. It will turn ON and OFF periodically during
cooking showing that the temperature is being
maintained.
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DO NOT place baking trays directly on the oven
floor as it interferes with the oven air circulation
and can lead to base burning; use the lower shelf
position. However, non-critical dishes/foods may
be placed on the base of the oven when
additional space is required.
TO FIT THE OVEN SHELVES
The shelves should be fitted with the straight rods
uppermost on the frame and the forms towards the
back of the oven. If not fitted correctly the anti-tilt and
safety stop mechanism will be affected.
The use of excessively high temperatures can
cause uneven browning. It may be necessary to
reduce temperatures slightly. Refer to the
recommendations given in the oven cooking
chart on page 16.
HINTS AND TIPS
Arrange the shelves in the required positions
before switching the oven ON. Shelves are
numbered from the bottom upwards.
When cooking more than one dish in the fan
oven, place dishes centrally on different shelves
rather than cluster several dishes on one shelf,
this will allow the heat to circulate freely for the
best cooking results.
When batch baking one type of food e.g. Victoria
sandwich cakes, those of similar size will be
cooked in the same time.
It is recommended that when baking larger
quantities, the shelf positions should be evenly
spaced to suit the load being cooked. A slight
increase in cooking time may be necessary.
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FAN OVEN COOKING CHART
The oven temperatures are intended as a guide only. It may be necessary to increase or decrease the temperature
by 10° C to suit individual preferences and requirements.
FAN OVEN
FOOD
SHELF
POSITION
COOKING
TEMP °C
APPROX.
COOK TIME
Biscuits
Bread
Bread rolls/buns
Cakes:
180-190
200-220
200-220
160-170
160-170
160-170
140-150
130-140
130-140
10 - 20
25 - 30
15 - 20
18 - 25
18 - 20
Shelf
positions
are not
Small & Queen
Sponges
Victoria Sandwich
Madeira
Rich Fruit
Christmas
18 - 25
1¼ - ½ h
2¼ - 2½ h
3 - 4½ h
depends on size
1¼ - 1½ h
2½ - 3 h
25 - 30
Gingerbread
Meringues
Flapjack
140-150
80-100
critical
170-180
130-140
140-160
180-190
Follow manufacturers
instructions
170-190
190-200
190-200
130-140
190-200
190-200
170-180
210-220
190-200
190-210
180-210
150-160
160-180
210-220
190-200
170-180
180-190
180-190
180-190
180-190
210-220
200-210
Shortbread
Beef/lamb
Chicken
45 - 65
2½ - 3 h
1¼ - 1½ h
Casseroles:
Convenience Foods
Fish
but ensure
that oven
shelves are
evenly
20 - 30
20 - 25
40 - 50
1½ - 2 h
40 - 45
30 - 35
20 - 30
25 - 40
15 - 20
25 - 35
Fish Pie (Potato Topped)
Fruit Pies and Crumbles
Milk Puddings
Pasta, Lasagne etc.
Pastry:
Choux
Eclairs, Profiteroles
Flaky/Puff Pies
Shortcrust-Mince Pies
Meat Pies
spaced
Quiches, Tarts, Flans
25 - 45
Patés and Terrines
1 - 1½ h
see roasting chart
8 - 10
Roasting Meat, Poultry
Scones
when more
than one is
used
Shepherd's Pie
Soufflés
Vegetables:
30 - 40
20 - 30
1 - 1½h
1 - 1½h
30 - 35
15 - 20
25 - 40
15 - 25
Baked Jacket Potatoes
Roast Potatoes
Stuffed Marrow
Stuffed Tomatoes
Yorkshire Puddings: Large
Individual
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ROASTING CHART
ROASTING CHART
INTERNAL TEMPERATURES
Rare : 50-60°C; Medium : 60-70°C; Well : 70-80°C
MEAT
Beef
FAN
OVEN
COOKING TIME
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
20-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20-35 minutes over
Beef, boned
Mutton and Lamb
Pork and veal
Ham
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 30-40 minutes over
30-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 30-40 minutes over
Chicken
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
Turkey and goose
15-20 minutes per ½kg (1lb) up
to 3½kg (7lb) then 15 minutes
per ½kg (1lb)
Duck
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
160-180°C
180-190°C
25-35 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 25-35 minutes over
Pheasant
Rabbit
35-40 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 35-40 minutes over
20 minutes per ½kg (1lb)
and 20 minutes over
Potatoes with
meat
according to size
according to size
Potatoes without
meat
The roasting temperatures and times given in the chart should be adequate for most joints, but slight adjustments
may be required to allow for personal requirements and the shape and texture of the meat. However, lower
temperatures and longer cooking times are recommended for less tender cuts or larger joints.
Wrap joints in foil if preferred, for extra browning uncover for the last 30 - 60 min. cooking time.
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DEFROSTING
Small or thin fish fillets, frozen peeled prawns, cubed
or minced meat, liver, thin chops, steaks etc., can be
thawed in 1 - 2 hours.
USES OF DEFROST FEATURE
This fan oven function defrosts most foods faster
than more conventional methods. It is particularly
suitable for delicate frozen foods which are to be
served cold e.g. cream filled gateaux, cakes covered
with icings or frostings, cheesecakes, biscuits,
scones etc.
A 1kg/2¼lb oven ready chicken will be thawed in
approximately 5 hours. Remove the giblets as soon
as possible during the thawing process.
Joints of meat up to 2kg/4½lb in weight can be
thawed using the defrost function.
It is preferable to thaw fish, meat and poultry slowly
in the fridge. However, this process can be
accelerated by using the defrost function.
ALL JOINTS OF MEAT AND POULTRY MUST BE
THAWED THOROUGHLY BEFORE COOKING.
ALWAYS COOK THOROUGHLY IMMEDIATELY
AFTER THAWING.
SELECTING DEFROST
EL305
Turn the fan oven temperature control to the
defrost setting.
HINTS AND TIPS
Place the frozen food in a single layer where
possible and turn it over half way through the
defrosting process.
When defrost is selected, the oven indicator neon
may come ON. It will stay ON until the oven
reaches room temperature and then go OFF.
It may turn ON and OFF periodically during
defrosting to maintain steady room temperature
inside the oven.
THINGS TO NOTE
Care must always be taken when handling foods
in the home. Always follow the basic rules of
food hygiene to prevent bacterial growth and
cross contamination when defrosting, preparing,
cooking, cooling and freezing foods.
The actual speed of defrosting is influenced by
room temperature. On warm days defrosting will
be faster than on cooler days.
DO NOT leave food at room temperature once it
is defrosted. Cook raw food immediately or store
cooked food in the fridge.
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CARE AND CLEANING
ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY
SUPPLY AT THE MAIN WALL SWITCH AND
ALLOW THE COOKER TO COOL BEFORE
CLEANING
CLEANING THE HOTPLATE TRIMS
The stainless steel trims may become straw coloured
during use. Using a proprietary stainless steel
cleaner , e.g. 'Shiny Sinks' will help maintain a bright
appearance. Alternatively a powder cleaner such as
'Bar Keepers Friend' may be used regularly.
CLEANING MATERIALS
Before using any cleaning materials on your cooker,
check that they are suitable and that their use is
recommended by the manufacturer.
CLEANING THE VITREOUS ENAMEL
Use a clean damp cloth or scourer made for non-
stick saucepans with 'Jif' cream cleaner.
Cleaners that contain bleach should NOT be used as
they may dull the surface finishes. Harsh abrasives
should also be avoided.
AFTER CLEANING
To maintain the appearance of the hotplates
occasionally apply a little salt free vegetable oil or
commercial restorative agent e.g. '4 Hob' or use a
'Minky' Hotplate Cleaning Cloth.
CLEANING THE BRASS PLATED
HANDLES
It is strongly recommended that only hot soapy water
is used for cleaning the door handles. ANY OTHER
CLEANING MATERIALS WILL DULL THE BRASS
PLATED FINISH.
To apply vegetable oil, first heat the hotplate on a
medium setting for 30 seconds then turn OFF. Pour
a very small amount of oil onto kitchen paper, apply
the paper to the hotplate and wipe off any excess oil.
Heat the hotplate on a medium setting for 1 minute.
CLEANING THE SEALED HOTPLATES
AND HOTPLATE TRIMS
To apply restorative agent, apply a thin coating
of '4 Hob' or use a Minky cloth following the
manufacturers instructions.
In order to maintain the appearance of your cooker's
sealed hotplates and trims you are advised to use
the recommended cleaning agents daily. If you do
not allow spillages to burn on they will be much
easier to clean off.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE
COOKER
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials or scourers
on the outside of the cooker as some of the finishes
are painted and damage may occur. Regularly wipe
over the control panel, oven doors and cooker sides
using a soft cloth and liquid detergent.
THINGS TO NOTE
The red spot in the centre of the hotplates may be
removed with some abrasive cleaning agents. This is
not a fault and does not affect the performance of the
hotplates.
FOR NORMAL SOILAGE
Wipe over the hotplates and trims using a clean
damp cloth then switch to a low or medium setting for
a few minutes to thoroughly dry.
FOR HEAVY SOILAGE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE ANY OF THE
CONTROL KNOBS FROM THE PANEL AS THIS
Use a clean damp cloth or scourer with a cream
cleaner e.g. 'Jif' or a powder cleaner e.g. 'Ajax' on
the hotplate and trims. Follow the circular grooved
pattern on the hotplate when cleaning. Rinse off
cleaning agents thoroughly. Dry as for normal
soilage.
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND IS
HAZARD.
A
SAFETY
For more stubborn marks warm the hotplate on a low
setting for 30 seconds. Clean the sealed plate with
'Ajax' powder cleaner, 'Jif' cream cleaner or a 'Brillo'
pad. You may have to rub hard for several minutes.
Rinse off cleaning agents thoroughly with a damp
cloth. Switch to a low or medium setting for a few
minutes until the hotplate is thoroughly dry.
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CLEANING THE GRILL, GRILL PAN,
GRILL PAN GRID AND OVEN SHELVES
HINTS AND TIPS
Manual cleaning of the Stayclean surface IS
NOT recommended. Damage will occur if oven
sprays or abrasives of any kind are used.
All removable parts, except the grill pan handle can
be washed in the dishwasher.
The Stayclean surface destroys splashes of food
and fats when the oven temperature is raised to
around 220°C.
The grill pan may be cleaned using a soap
impregnated steel wool pad. The grill pan grid and
oven shelves should be cleaned using hot soapy
water. Soaking first in soapy water will make cleaning
easier.
It is a good idea to run the oven for an hour or
two per week to ensure continued good
performance from the Stayclean finish.
CLEANING INSIDE THE OVEN AND
GRILL COMPARTMENTS
Slight discolouration and polishing of the
Stayclean surface may occur in time. This DOES
NOT affect the Stayclean properties in any way.
The Stayclean surface on the rear oven panel should
not be cleaned manually.
Follow the recommendations below to keep oven
soilage to a minimum.
The vitreous enamel base and sides in the grill
compartment and the fan oven base and sides can
be cleaned using normal oven cleaners or aerosol
oven cleaners with care. Ensure that the
manufacturers instructions are followed and that all
parts are well rinsed afterwards.
Cook at the recommended temperatures. Higher
temperatures during roasting will increase
soilage. Try cooking at lower temperatures for an
increased length of time, you will save energy
and often the joint is more tender.
Aerosol cleaners must not be used on the
Stayclean rear oven panel and must not come
into contact with elements or the door seal as
this may cause damage.
Use minimal, if any, extra oil or fat when roasting
meat, potatoes only require brushing with fat
before cooking. Extra fat in the oven during
roasting will increase splashing and soilage.
See Hints and Tips for keeping oven soilage to a
minimum.
It is NOT necessary to add water to the meat tin
when roasting. The water and the fat juices from
the joint create excessive splattering during
cooking - even at normal temperatures, as well
as causing condensation.
Covering joints during cooking will also prevent
splashing onto the interior surfaces. Removing
the covering for the last 20-30 minutes will allow
extra browning if required. Some large joints and
turkeys especially benefit by this method of
cooking, allowing the joint to cook through before
the outside is overbrowned.
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SOMETHING NOT WORKING?
The oven temperature is too high or low:
We strongly recommend that you carry out the
following checks on your cooker before calling a
Service Engineer. It may be that the problem is a
simple one which you can solve yourself without the
expense of a service call.
* Check that the recommended temperatures
are being used (see page 16). Be prepared
to adjust up or down by 10°C to achieve the
results you want.
If our Service Engineer finds that the problem is
listed below you will be charged for the call whether
or not the cooker is under guarantee.
* Care should be taken when using an oven
thermometer to check oven temperatures
as they may be inaccurate.
The cooker does not work at all:
* Check that the cooker has been wired in and
is switched on at the wall.
The following factors should be considered.
* Ensure you purchase an accurate good
quality instrument.
* Check that the main cooker fuse is working.
* The oven will cycle about a set temperature
and will not be constant.
The hotplates and oven work but the grill does
not:
If the oven is not cooking evenly or the side
opening door will not stay open:
* Check that you have carefully followed the
instructions for the operation of the grill.
* Check that the cooker is level.
The grill does not work:
* Check that the recommended temperatures
and shelf positions are being used.
* Check that the grill door is left open during
grilling.
The fan oven is noisy:
* Check that the oven is level.
* Check that bakeware and shelves are not
vibrating in contact with the back panel in
the oven.
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GUARANTEE
Your Electra cooker is covered by the terms of your Electricity Company's guarantee for the period
of one year.
In the event of a defect please contact the Service Department of your local Electricity Company.
It is suggested that you record the model number, product number, serial number and date of
purchase on the following page. The model, product and serial numbers of the cooker are detailed
on the rating plate. This can be found on the lower front frame of the cooker upon opening the
oven door.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
In line with our continuing policy of research and development, we reserve the right to alter models
and specifications without prior notice.
This handbook is accurate at the date of printing, but may be superseded and should be disregarded
if specifications or appearance are changed.
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SERVICE CALL RECORD
How to obtain
After Sales Service
quickly
Remember that you may be charged for a service call (even during the guarantee
period) if nothing is found to be wrong with the cooker. So always check the
instructions to make sure you have not missed anything.
Make a note of your nearest Electricity Company Service Depot and their telephone
number here:
.....................................................................................................................................
The receptionist will need the answer to certain questions, so to save you time and
money, please have the following information ready in case you have to call us.
Your name and
address........................................................................................................................
....................................................................................................................................
....................................................................................................................................
Telephone
number.........................................................................................................................
Name of the cooker......................................................................................................
Model number..............................................................................................................
The serial number (shown on the rating plate)..............................................................
Product number...........................................................................................................
The showroom where you bought the cooker................................................................
Date of purchase..........................................................................................................
If free service under guarantee is required, please have available proof of date of
purchase when the Service Electrician calls.
In order to provide a complete service history of your cooker , please ask the Service
Electrician to record the appropriate details in the chart below.
Date
Nature of Fault
Parts Replaced or Repaired
Signature
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EL305 311507900
MODEL NO.
PART NO.
311507900
EL 305C
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