General

• Ensure that the cooker is switched on at the wall behind the cooker (large red switch)
• Pan handles/lids, grill pans and oven trays can get very hot during cooking. Please ensure that you use oven gloves when handling
• Use suitable cooking equipment
• You are not permitted to use a deep fat fryer – even thermostatically controlled deep fat fryers are not permitted. Shallow frying on the hob is allowed
• Remember – lack of care during cooking can cause fires – do not leave the kitchen when you are cooking
• Switch off the cooker as soon as you have finished using it. This will save energy and reduce the risk of a fire
• Clean after use - as soon as possible after you have finished cooking, wipe the cooker (hot plates, grill or oven using warm soapy water)
• Do not leave items on the cooker unattended.

Hot plates

• Turn the appropriate cooker knob clockwise starting with the lowest heat. Increase the heat slowly as required
• Hot plates take a few minutes to heat up – they do not always glow red when they are on
• The hot plates are different sizes for different size pots. Please use the appropriate size hot plate for the pot. This will save energy
• Do not place anything flammable on top of the hot plates. Leave sufficient time for the hot plates to cool down.

Grill

• Please attach the grill pan handle to the grill pan before using
• Do not close the grill compartment when the grill is on.

Oven

• Food will take longer to cook in the oven so allow sufficient time
• Use oven gloves.

Cooker hood

• Do not store anything on top of the cooker hood – the extra weight could cause the cooker hood to fall off the wall and may cause injury and/or damage
• The cooker hood lights have been removed so that there is no possibility that they could burn out and cause a fire
• Please switch on the cooker hood when you are using the cooker, this will help eliminate cooking odours and steam caused by cooking
• Ensure you switch off the cooker hood after use; save energy - do not leave it running
• The cooker hood filters are changed annually during the summer.

Creda cookers (Farnham)

• The guide numbers on the hob dials do not relate to a temperature setting and are only a relative guide to how high the heat of the hob will eventually reach
• The oven has stay clean side liners. Please do not use anything abrasive on the surfaces. Enamel surfaces should be cleaned with soapy water and a suitable cloth/nylon scourer
• These cookers have glass grill and oven doors for inspection of food when cooking. Please do not remove the white plastic end caps in the top and bottom of the doors as this can cause the glass panels to fall out.

• Do not overfill – only use sufficient water for usage
• Ensure the lid is closed properly before switching on
• Do not immerse in water.

Use of the fridge compartment

• All items stored in the fridge compartment should be wrapped in aluminium foil or plastic or kept in a covered container. This prevents food from becoming dry on the surface and stops strong smells and flavours being transferred from one food to another
• The coldest section of the fridge compartment is at the bottom near the glass/plastic shelf. Different foods are best stored in the following positions:
  • Meat, sausages, fish etc should be stored at the bottom of the cavity, near glass/plastic shelf
  • Cooked foods, meats, jellies etc should be stored on the top shelves
  • Eggs, cheese and dairy products should be stored in the compartments in the fridge door
  • Fruit and vegetables should be stored in the crisper drawers underneath the glass/plastic shelf.

Use of the freezer compartment

• Do not put loose food in the freezer compartment – ensure that it is in a suitable sealed container
• Do not overload the freezer compartment and ensure that it is defrosted when required.

Adjustment of temperature

• The thermostat which could be outside or inside the fridge compartment allows the temperature of the interior to be adjusted - the higher the number, the colder the appliance
• To obtain the best storage of foods at an ambient temperature of between 15 and 20 degrees, we suggest you adjust the thermostat control to mid position
• Set the variable power selector to the desired level
• Internal temperatures are affected by the location of the appliance, the temperature of the surrounding air and the frequency of the door opening. The setting of the thermostat may have to be varied to allow for these factors.

Temperature in the fridge is not cold enough

Check that:

• The door is properly closed
• The thermostat control is in the correct position (refer to Adjustment of temperature section)
• The condenser (black grid) situated at the back of the appliance is clean
• The air flow on the top and around the appliance is not restricted.

Temperature in the fridge is too cold

Check that:

• The thermostat control is in the correct position
• Check the drainage hole at the back of the fridge to ensure it is not blocked.

Cleaning

• When carrying out cleaning always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply
• The fridge freezer should be cleaned periodically with a sponge dampened in a solution of lukewarm water and vinegar – never use detergents or abrasive cleaners
• The outside of the appliance should be cleaned with a sponge if and when necessary
• After cleaning, the appliance should be dried carefully with a soft cloth
• The condenser (black grid) at the back of the appliance should be cleaned periodically with a soft brush.

Important

• Do not place foodstuffs or containers so that they restrict the free circulation of air within the appliance. Do not cover the grids with paper or plastic
• Allow cooked foods to cool before storing in the fridge compartment
• Do not block the hole at the back of the fridge (on top of the glass/plastic shelf)
• Once canned foods have been opened, transfer any remaining food into a non-metallic container.

Hints for saving energy

• Periodically clean the condenser
• Open the door only when necessary and close it as soon as you have removed food
• Do not overload the fridge or freezer compartments: let air circulate freely inside it
• Do not adjust the thermostat control to an excessive cold position: this will waste energy.

Beko fridge freezers (Farnham)

• Do not overfill the fridge freezer as this will cause the fridge freezer to cool down as the cold air cannot circulate and breaks the cabinet trays/drawers
• Use the temperature control knob to regulate temperature. Use a lower temperature in winter and when the fridge freezer is lightly loaded with food. Use a higher temperature in summer and when the fridge freezer is fully loaded
• Too high a temperature may cause the food in your fridge to freeze
• The control knob is either located inside the fridge cabinet on the right side or outside the fridge freezer at the top
• Please note adjusting the temperature will also affect the freezer temperature as this is set in relation with the fridge compartment temperature
• The condenser removes moisture caused by condensation inside the fridge. There is a drain and a small hole located inside the fridge on the back panel near to the base. The condensation runs down the back panel into the hole which is attached to a tube and collects in a plastic container outside the fridge. This liquid then evaporates. To clean the drainage hole, use the plastic stick provided.

Daewoo frost free fridge freezer (Farnham)

• The temperature control is located at the rear of the fridge compartment by the internal light
• All the above applies but there is no drainage hole in the fridge compartment. It is therefore very important to regulate temperatures correctly to avoid loss of temperature or too high a temperature which will cause frosting up of the fridge compartment.

Safety instructions for general use

• Always keep the interior of the microwave clean and do not allow a build-up of grease on or around the splatter shield
• Do not use the microwave for any reason other than food preparation
• Do not use the microwave when it is empty – this could damage it
• Do not use the microwave cavity for any type of storage
• Do not operate the microwave without the turntable in place. Be sure it is sitting properly on the rotating base. Make sure you remove caps or lids prior to cooking
• Do not put anything between the microwave surface and door; it could result in leakage of microwave energy
• Do not use metal or recycled paper products in the microwave. They may contain impurities which could cause sparks and/or fire
• Do not use oil unless specified by the manufacturer
• Do not cook food surrounded by a membrane, such as egg yolks, potatoes, chicken livers etc without first piercing the membrane several times with a fork
• Should the microwave emit smoke in quantity to indicate fire, keep the microwave door shut, switch the appliance off and disconnect the mains lead from the outlet
• Always test the temperature of food and drink which has been heated in the microwave – this is important because things which have been heated in a microwave carry on getting hotter even though the microwave cooking has stopped
• Be careful not to burn yourself – use oven gloves when removing food from the microwave as the container is likely to be hot.

Operation

• Connect the mains lead to an electrical socket
• After placing the food in an appropriate utensil, open the microwave door and put it on the turntable. The turntable must always be in place during cooking
• Shut the door making sure it is firmly closed
• Set the variable power selector to the desired level
• Set the time control by turning the timer knob and the microwave will begin cooking. DO NOT FORCE THE TIMER SWITCH IN THE WRONG DIRECTION
• Microwave energy will be turned off automatically when the timer points to ‘Off’.
• Take the food out – use oven gloves when removing food from the microwave as the container is likely to be hot
• To prevent the microwave operating with the door open, it is fitted with safety door interlock switches. If you wish to check the food during the cooking time, simply open the door. The microwave will automatically stop cooking. To continue cooking, you simply close the door
• If you wish to stop cooking simply return the timer knob to point ‘Off’. Cooking can be reset at any time during the cooking cycle by turning the timer knob
• Do not let the microwave continue to operate after removing food.

Touchpad microwaves

• Select operating time by a combination of minutes and seconds on touchpad
• To cancel cooking press ‘Off’ symbol on touchpad or press ‘Pause’ to add extra cooking time and then press ‘Start’.

Cleaning

• When carrying out cleaning, always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply
• The microwave should be cleaned periodically with lukewarm soapy water – never use detergents or abrasive cleaners.

• These vacuum cleaners are not suitable for removing liquids of any kind
• It is the responsibility of the residents of the house/flat to ensure that the vacuum cleaner is emptied on a regular basis in order to avoid any unnecessary blockages
• When cleaning and maintaining the appliance, replacing parts, or switching over to another function, the vacuum cleaner must be switched off and the mains plug removed from the socket
• Avoid damage to the mains cable by ensuring that it is not run over, crushed or damaged etc. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges
• The mains cable should be checked regularly for damage and ageing. The appliance must not be used if the mains cable is not in perfect condition.