HOTPOINT EW41
COOKER INSTRUCTION
AND RECIPE BOOK
Retention of this instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on
the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make
sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance
and safety warnings.
Introduction to Hotpoint EW41
Your new cooker is guaranteed and will give lasting
service. This guarantee is only applicable if the
appliance has been installed in accordance with
the installation instructions detailed in this
booklet.
To help make the best use of your Hotpoint cooking
equipment please read this booklet carefully.
The cooker is designed specifically for domestic use
and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any
other installation.
When first using the cooker ensure that the room is
well ventilated (e.g. open a window or use an extractor
fan) and that persons who may be sensitive to the
odour avoid any fumes. It is suggested that any pets be
removed from the room until the smell has ceased.
This odour is due to temporary finish on oven liners
and elements and also any moisture absorbed by the
insulation.
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Installation
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that
the voltage corresponds with your supply voltage, this is
stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the front
of the plinth. The cooker must be connected by a
competent person eg. (NICEIC registered contractor) to
suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating
of 30A and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm,
which should be fitted adjacent to the cooker, in
accordance with IEE regulations.
The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004
with a conductor size of 6mm2 minimum.
The control unit should be easily accessible in the
event of an emergency, but must be within 2 metres
of and not directly above an appliance.
This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding
suppression of radio and television interference.
Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing
the rear access cover.
The mains cable must pass through the cable clamp
adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should
be used to allow the cooker to be pulled out for
servicing.
Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any
brackets affixed to the rear panel and is not trapped to
the rear wall when pushing the cooker into
position between cabinets.
Siting the Cooker
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen
cabinets spaced 500mm apart. The space either side
need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the
cooker for servicing. It can be used with cabinets one
side or both as well as in a corner setting. It can also
be used free-standing.
150 mm
This cooker is a class X appliance, as such adjacent
side walls which project above hob level, must not be
nearer to the cooker than 150mm and should be
protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging
surface or cooker hood should not be nearer 650mm.
150 mm
The height of the cooker can be adjusted by means of
adjustable feet in the plinth (900mm - 915mm). Adjust
the feet by tilting the cooker from the side. Then install
the product into position.
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Installation
Before moving your cooker check that it is cool, and
switch off at the cooker control unit.
Moving the Cooker
Movement of your cooker is most easily achieved by
lifting the front as follows:
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable
grip on the underside front edge of the oven roof,
avoiding any grill elements.
Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy.
Take care to ensure that any floor covering is not
damaged.
Splash Panel
Kit (Wall Mounted)
Splashplate optional, apply to Hotpoint Spares
Department.
Product Specification
Supply Voltage
230V AC Only
240V AC Only
50Hz
Supply Frequency
Total Wattage
50Hz
10.1kW
2.3kW
11kW
Grill Wattage
2.5kW
Top Oven Wattage
Main Oven Wattage
Left Front Hotplate
Left Rear Hotplate
Right Rear Hotplate
Right Front Hotplate
Grilling Area
1.6kW
1.75kW
2.5kW
2.3kW
1.65kW
1.1kW
1.8kW
1.2kW
1.65kW
1.1kW
1.8kW
1.2kW
900cm2
28 litres
Top Oven Capacity
Main Oven Capacity
51.5 litres
External Dimensions
Excluding Handles
H 900m
W 500mm
D 595mm
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For Your Safety
When used properly your Hotpoint appliance
is completely safe but as with any electrical
product there are certain precautions that
must be observed.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
G Always make sure you remove all packing from inside the oven
and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.
G Always make sure you understand the controls prior to using
the appliance.
Always
G Always keep children away from the appliance when grilling
as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after use.
G Always make sure all controls are turned off when you have
finished cooking and when not in use.
G Always stand back when opening an oven door to allow any
build up of steam or heat to disperse.
G
Always use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items
from the oven/grill.
G Always place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure
handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot
become heated by other hotplate/pans.
G
Always take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the
controls.
G Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before
cleaning and allow the appliance to cool.
Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before
switching on the oven.
G
G Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the
appliance is not in use.
G Always take care when removing items from the grill when the
lower oven is on as the contents will be hot.
G Always keep the appliance clean, as a build up of grease or fat
from cooking can cause a fire.
G
Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene
to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
G Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
G Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service
engineer.
Safety Advice
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN FIRE OR ANY OTHER PAN FIRE.
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL
SWITCH.
2. COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH,
this will smother the flames and extinguish the fire.
3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES
BEFORE MOVING IT. Injuries are often caused by picking up a
hot pan and rushing outside with it.
NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN
FIRE as the force of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over.
Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires.
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For Your Safety
G Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance
is installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use.
G Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
Never
G
Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt
to reach.
G Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and
not in use.
G Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.
G Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build
up causing the container to burst.
G Never store chemicals/food stuffs, pressurised container in or
on the appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next to
the appliance.
G Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.
G Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use
a lid. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
G Never operate the grill with the grill door closed as this will
cause the appliance to overheat.
G Never use the appliance as a room heater.
G Never use the grill to warm plates.
G Never dry any items on either the hob or oven doors.
G Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft
furnishings.
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Features EW41
HOB VENTILATION SLOTS
1200W
1800W
1800W
1200W
FAT
CONTROL
PANEL
GRILL
GRILL/MEAT PAN
WITH REMOVABLE
HANDLE AND WIRE
FOOD SUPPORT
GRILL/OVEN
DOOR
REMOVABLE
INNER GLASS
DOOR
STAYCLEAN
SIDE PANELS
OVEN ROD
SHELVES
PLINTH VENTILATION
SLOTS
RATING
PLATE
MEAT
PAN
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Control Panel
MAIN
OVEN
INDICATOR
LIGHT
TOP
OVEN
INDICATOR
LIGHT
230
EW 41
1
1
1
1
7
7
7
7
5
200
200
704
2
2
2
2
6
6
6
6
150
Grill
& top
Oven
100
3
Oven
3
5
3
150
100
5
3
5
5
3
4
4
4
4
1
2
LEFT
FRONT
PLATE
LEFT
RIGHT
REAR
PLATE
RIGHT
FRONT
PLATE
MAIN
OVEN
TOP
OVEN/GRILL
REAR
PLATE
Control Knobs
The knobs for the hotplates can be rotated in either direction to
provide variable heat control, the Main Oven and Top Oven/Grill
knob can only be rotated clockwise from the Off position.
Note: Always ensure that all controls are in the OFF position,
when the appliance is not in use.
Operating the
control when the
grill is in use
In common with all cookers having controls sited above the grill
compartment, care must be taken when setting the controls, due
to hot air being emitted from the grill compartment.
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Ceramic Hob
CAUTION: AS SOON AS ANY CRACK IN SURFACE BECOMES
VISIBLE, DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE IMMEDIATELY FROM
THE SUPPLY.
Under no circumstances should the hob be used with aluminium foil in
contact with the hob surface.
Under no circumstances place plastic vessels or utensils on a hot hob
surface.
Under no circumstances use the hob as an area for storage.
The following ceramic heaters are located beneath the circular
cooking areas:–
Front Right
Rear Right
Rear Left
–
–
–
–
1200w
1800w
1200w
1800w
Front Left
The cooking areas change colour when heated (become red) indicating
which heating element is turned on. The cooking area returns to its
original colour when the heating element is switched OFF and cools.
When the control is turned from the O position, the numbers on the
control panel around the knob will show settings of 1–7, 7 is the highest
setting, for fast cooking. To reduce the heat to cook more slowly or
simmer, turn the knob to a lower setting which will vary according to
size and type of saucepan, the amount and type of food, and whether
or not the lid is fitted. Pans can be placed on the unheated areas of the
panel when cooking is finished and before serving food. It is inadvisable
at any time to leave a heating element switched on without a pan in
position as this wastes energy, and could make soil or rub-off from
aluminium pans more difficult to remove. To protect elements against
overheating, safety cut-outs have been incorporated with each element.
After several minutes with the control at setting 7, the safety cut-out
switches the element Off and On continuously, thus preventing any
adverse effects that may be caused by an excessive build-up of heat in
the cooking area.
Settings 1 to 4 provide inputs of 8% to 40% for simmering.
The control will be Off when O shows on the control panel.
If hob should become cracked, Do not use until repaired.
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General Information Notes - Ceramic Hobs
PANS SHOULD BE:
Always ꢀ
Never ✗
G Use good quality flat-
based cookware on all
electric heat sources.
G Always ensure pans have
clean, dry bases before
use.
G Use gauze, metal pan
diffusers, asbestos mats
and stands e.g. Wok
stands – they can cause
overheating.
G Use utensils with skirts or
rims e.g. buckets and
some kettles.
G Use badly dented or
distorted pans.
G Leave an element
switched on when not
cooking.
Not concave (bowed in)
Not convex (bowed out)
Not rimmed
G Ensure pans match size of
heating area.
G Remember good quality
pans retain heat well, so
generally only a low or
medium heat is necessary.
G Ensure pan handles are
positioned safely and
away from heat sources.
G Always lift pans, do not
drag.
G Cook food directly on the
ceramic glass.
G Drag or slide utensils,
along the hob surface.
G Always use pan lids
except when frying.
G Deal with spillage’s
immediately but with
care.
Not deeply ridged
THE BEST COMBINATIONS
But essentially Flat
This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for
different types of hobs and cookers. Remember pans should
be good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any further
information refer to manufacturers’ instructions.
Halogen*
Ceramic*
Aluminium
ꢀ
ꢀ
Stainless steel with single layer
copper base
✗
✗
Stainless steel with sandwich
bases of aluminium and stainless
or aluminium and copper.
ꢀ
ꢀ
Enamelled steel
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
Enamelled aluminium
Enamelled based cast iron
Copper
ꢀ With Extra Care
✗
✗
ꢀsuitable ✗ unsuitable
*care should be taken
when using any pans
on these surfaces not to
drag and cause
Toughened glass or ceramic/
Not Recommended
glass/pottery
Mild steel, Ferro-magnetic or
stainless with a magnetic
sandwich base
ꢀ
ꢀ
scratching.
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General information notes on
Ceramic Hobs
1. DO NOT cook directly on the hob surface without a cooking
DO NOT
utensil, as this will result in damage to the surface of the
hob.
2. DO NOT use the hob as a worktop surface as damage may occur
to the smooth surface of the hob.
3. DO NOT drag or slide utensils on the hob surface, as this will
cause scratches in the surface of the hob.
4. DO NOT allow a cooking utensil to come into contact with the hob
surround.
5. DO NOT place anything between the base of the utensil and the
ceramic hob, e.g. do not use asbestos mats, aluminium foil or
wok stand.
6. DO NOT leave any utensils, food or combustible items on the hob
when it is not in use.
7. DO NOT place aluminium or plastic foil, or plastic containers on the
hob.
8. DO NOT leave the hotplates or cooking areas switched On unless
they are being used.
9. We recommend not to place large preserving pans or fish kettles
across two heating areas.
10. DO NOT leave utensils partly covering the heated areas. Always
ensure that they are placed centrally over the heated
areas and have the same diameter as the heating area
used.
11. We recommend not to use a utensil with a base diameter greater
than 25cm (l0ins).
12. If hob should become cracked, DO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED.
13. Always ensure that saucepan handles are positioned safely.
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General information notes on
Ceramic Hobs
IMPORTANT – As with any cooking appliance there could be
some fire risk attached to the heating of oil, particularly for deep
fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be left
unattended (e.g. to answer the telephone) on or in close
proximity to the patterned cooking areas.
In the unfortunate event of a fire it will assist in smothering the flames
with a fire blanket or damp cloth and the electricity supply is switch Off.
Burns and injuries are caused almost invariably by picking up the
burning pan and rushing outside with it.
1. Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the
appropriate heating area.
Safety
requirements for
deep fat frying
2. Never fill the pan more than one-third full or fat or oil.
3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking
period.
4. Do not try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food.
This only lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much,
resulting in greasy food.
5. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly
into the hot oil or fat. Frozen foods, in particular, will cause
frothing and spitting, if added to quickly.
6. Never heat fat, or fry, with a lid on the pan.
7. Keep the outside of the pan clean and free from streaks of oil or
fat.
Below are some guidelines to help you make the right choice of
utensils.
Choosing your
Utensils
To obtain a satisfactory performance from a ceramic hob and to
avoid unnecessary damage, we recommend the use of good
quality utensils with smooth flat bases.
1. Purchasing a new pan will not necessarily mean it will have a
flat base, always check before buying. See diagram below.
Remember
Do Use
2. Using the correct pans and utensils will result in maximum
contact with the hob and maximum efficiency as with any type
of electric hob.
1. DO USE good quality smooth flat based utensils.
2. DO USE a utensil which has approximately the same base area as
the heating area zone being used.
3. DO USE utensils which have more than sufficient capacity for the
amount of food being cooked to prevent boil over or spillage.
4. DO USE utensils with good fitting lids.
5. DO USE a low dome pressure cooker for best results.
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Temperature Conversion Scale
Comparative scale of oven settings (degrees Celsius to degrees
Fahrenheit) as recommended by the Association of Manufacturers
of Domestic Electrical Appliances.
The temperature control knobs on this electric cooker are marked
in degrees Celsius. This chart will help when the recipes show
alternative scales.
Conventional
Oven
Fan Oven
Gas Mark
(It is not always
necessary to
preheat oven)
oF
oC
oC
1
2
/
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
120
140
150
160
180
190
200
220
230
240
100
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
120
130
140
160
170
180
200
210
220
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Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes
The Top Oven is fitted with fixed ‘Stayclean’ sides, a removable
roof, and one rod shelf. It is heated by two elements – the grill
element and an element under the floor of the oven—and has a fully
variable temperature control like the main oven. To heat the oven,
turn the control knob clockwise, selecting the required temperature
as recommended in the Top Oven temperature chart. The indicator
light will immediately come on and remain on until the oven reaches
the required temperature. The light will then automatically go off and
on during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct
temperature.
Top Oven for
Cooking
The Top Oven is used in exactly the same way as the Main Oven to
cook all types of food. It can either be used alone, to cook small
quantities of food, or in conjunction with the main oven to provide
additional cooking space, so often necessary when entertaining.
There are two cooking positions – the shelf placed directly on the
floor of the oven, or runner 1 from the floor of the oven. To correctly
position the rod shelf the side rods with “indents” must be
uppermost and to the rear, this forms an ‘arrest’ position in
conjunction with the embossed side liners. The correct positioning of
food is indicated in the temperature charts on pages 19 and 20.
These charts are a guide only giving approximate cooking temper-
atures and times. To suit personal taste and requirements, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10°C.
Food must never be placed directly on the floor of the oven with
out a shelf in position, and there should always be at least 25mm
(1”) between the top of the food and the grill element. Most foods
are cooked at a lower temperature in the smaller top oven
than in a larger conventional main oven. Always ensure a
7.5cm (3") gap is left at the front of the baking tray to ensure even
cooking. Do not use utensils larger than 300mm (12") x 230mm
(9"). Large utensils should be used in the main oven.
Cooking Meat/
Poultry in the
Top Oven
The Top Oven is most useful for the longer, slower cooking required
for cheaper cuts of meat – casserole cooking, pot roasting, braising
etc.
Small joints of meat up to 1.5kg (3 lbs) or poultry up to 2.5kg (6 lbs)
in weight can be roasted in a small meat pan in the Top Oven, but
should preferably be ‘slow roasted’ or covered with a lid of
aluminium foil (one or two incisions in the top of the foil will allow
the meat or poultry to brown). Always ensure that there is at least
25mm (1”) between the top of the foil and the grill element. Do not
use the meat pan supplied for the main oven or the grill pan for
roasting in the Top Oven. Larger joints of meat weighing more than
l.5kg (3 lbs) or poultry weighing more than 2.5kg (6 lbs) should be
roasted in the main oven.
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Top Oven/Grill Cookery Notes
Top Oven as a
Hotcupboard
Plates and dishes placed on the floor of the top oven will be heated
when the main oven is in use. When the main oven is not in use (for
instance when a meal is being cooked on the hob) place the plates
and serving dishes on the rod shelf using the bottom runner, and turn
the top oven control to approximately 100°C (200°F). A maximum
time of 10-12 minutes is all that is required to heat the plates and
dishes.
CAUTION: Accessible parts may become hot when the grill is in
use. Children should be kept away.
Grilling
GRILLING CANNOT BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THE GRILL/
TOP OVEN DOOR CLOSED.
1. Open the grill/top oven door fully.
2. Position Rod shelf as recommended in chart for food being
cooked.
3. The oven/grill control is designed to operate the oven or grill
depending on the position of the oven door. With the door in the open
or grilling position, as shown, the door switch enables the grill to
operate. With the oven door in the grilling position, heating of the grill
is achieved by turning the control clockwise to the desired ‘grill
setting’ on the control panel
i
4. Preheat the grill for five minutes at the temperature recommended
in chart opposite for food being cooked.
5. When grilling thicker food, the wire grid should be turned over to
its lowest setting.
6. Food which requires browning only should be placed under the
hot grill, either in the grill pan or on the floor of the grill compart-
ment, according to the depth of the dish. (The grill pan wire grid
can be removed).
Grill Pan Handle
The grill pan handle is detachable from the pan to facilitate cleaning
and storage. The handle can be either detachable from or fixed to
the pan. For a fixed handle remove the screw and washers from the
grill pan bracket, tilt the handle over the recess adjacent to the
bracket, slide it towards the centre of the pan and let the handle
locate over the bracket. Replace screw and washers and ensure that
they are fully tightened up. For a detachable handle remove screw
and washers from the grill pan and retain for future use.
Please note, if a fixed handle is required, grill pan is unable to be
kept in the Main Oven with door closed. It may be stored in the
Top Oven with door closed.
Fig. A
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Fig. B
Fig. C
Grill Chart
Preheat
for
5 mins.
Shelf Position
from Base
of Oven
Approx.
Cooking
Time
Food
3-10 mins.
Toasting of
5
depending on type/
thickness of food
2
2
Bread Products
Small cuts of meat,
sausages, bacon, etc.
2.5
15-20 mins.
Chops, etc
3
1
20-25 mins.
Fish whole
Fillets
3
2.5
1
2
Cook on base of pan
15-20 mins.
Pre-cooked
4
2
1
10-20 mins.
potato products
Pizzas
2.5
Preheat pan first
8-12 mins.
Browning of food
5
1
5-7 mins.
The temperatures below relate to heat settings recommended on food packs.
High
Medium High
Medium
Medium Low
Low
Very Gentle
=
=
=
=
=
=
5
4
3
2.5
2
1
NEVER LINE THE GRILL PAN WITH ALUMINIUM FOIL.
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18
Note: If soft margarine is used for cake making, temperatures recommended by the
manufacturers should be followed. Temperatures recommended in this chart refer to
cakes made with block margarines or butter only.
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Main Oven Cookery Notes
The oven is fitted with ‘Stayclean’ liners, two rod shelves and a
meat pan. Remove the meat pan if it is not being used.
To heat the oven, turn the control knob clockwise, selecting the
required temperature 70oC (150oF) and 230oC (450oF) as
recommended in the temperature chart. The indicator light will
immediately come on and remain on until the oven reaches the
required temperature. This light will then automatically go off and on
during cooking as the oven thermostat maintains the correct
temperature.
It should be noted that at the end of a cooking period there may be
a momentary puff of steam when the oven door is opened. This will
disperse in a few seconds and is a perfectly normal characteristic
of an oven with a good door seal.
Since a fan oven heats up more quickly, and generally cooks food at
a lower temperature than a conventional oven, preheating the oven is
often unnecessary. However food such as bread, scones, Yorkshire
pudding, do benefit from being placed in a pre-heated oven.
The charts are a guide only, giving approximate cooking
temperatures and times. To suit personal taste and requirements, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease temperatures by 10oC
Unless otherwise indicated in the charts, food is placed in a cold
oven, i.e. without pre-heating. If food is placed in an already hot
oven, the suggested cooking time should be reduced, depending
on the type and quantity of food being cooked.
Oven Positions
Since the distribution of heat in the circulaire ovens is very even,
most foods will cook satisfactorily on any shelf position, but the
shelves should be evenly spaced. Do not fit shelves upside down.
The Top Oven rod shelf can be used in the Main Oven when cook-
ing large quantities of food. Additional shelves can be purchased
through your oven supplier or Spares Centre. Never use more than
3 shelves in the oven as air circulation will be seriously restricted.
To ensure even circulation do not use meat pans larger than 390 x
300mm (15" x 12") and baking trays no larger than 330 x 255mm
(13" x 10"), these should be positioned centrally on the oven shelf.
Food should not be placed directly on the floor of the oven. To
avoid unnecessary cleaning, rod shelves which are not in use
should be removed from the oven.
Temperature
and Time
When three shelves are used to cook large quantities of food for
home freezing or parties, it may be necessary to increase the
cooking times given in the charts by a few minutes, to allow for the
loss of heat due to the extra time taken to load the oven, and the
larger mass of food. Baking trays should allow an equal gap at either
side of the oven.
N.B. Recipes in cookery books give times and temperatures for
cooking in ordinary ovens. The introduction of improved thermal
insulation on fan ovens makes it possible, in most cases, to reduce
(a) the recommended temperature by 25oC (45oF) and
(b) the recommended time by approximately 10 minutes per hour.
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Main Oven Cookery Notes
To prepare meat and poultry for roasting in your fan oven.
(a) Wipe the meat or poultry, dry well and weigh it. Meat which has
been stored in a refrigerator should be allowed to come to room
temperature before cooking, and frozen meat or poultry must be
completely defrosted before placing in the oven.
(b) The weight of any stuffing used should be added before
calculating the cooking time.
(c) Place meat/poultry in the meat pan supplied with your cooker.
1
2
Small joints weighing less than 1.75kg (3 / lbs) should be
roasted in a smaller meat pan/tin - or they may be 'pot roasted' -
a small joint in a large meat pan causes unnecessary oven
splashing and evaporation of meat juices.
(d) Additional fat should not be added, except for veal, very lean
meat or poultry which can either be 'larded' with fat bacon or
brushed very sparingly with cooking oil or melted fat.
(e) Beef, lamb, mutton and poultry may be dusted lightly with
seasoned flour to give a crisp outer surface. The skin of duck and
goose should be pricked to release excess fat during cooking,
and the rind of pork should be scored, brushed lightly with oil,
and rubbed with salt, to give crisp crackling.
(f) Meat and poultry wrapped in, or covered with a tent of
aluminium foil will be juicy and tender. Roasting bags offer the
same advantages. Always follow the manufacturers pack
instructions, and remember to reduce the temperatures given for
conventional ovens by approximately 25oC and the time by approx-
imately 10 minutes per hour.
(g) Potatoes for roasting only require to be brushed with cooking oil
or melted fat.
(h) It is not necessary to baste when roasting in an electric oven and
stock or liquid should not be added to the meat pan since this
only causes unnecessary soiling, steam and condensation.
Frozen Meat
and Poultry
Joints of meat and whole birds should be defrosted slowly, preferably
in a domestic refrigerator (allowing 5 - 6 hours per 450g, 1lb), or at
room temperature (allowing 2-3 hours per 450g, 1lb). If however, it
is found necessary to accelerate this process, frozen food can be
defrosted in the fan oven at a temperature of 70oC/80oC (150/175oF).
A 1.5kg (3lb) oven ready frozen chicken, placed in the meat pan, will
1
3
2
4
defrost in approximately 1 / – 1 / hours.
The breast should be covered with foil, held in position by skewers or
string, and the giblets removed after defrosting but before cooking.
THIS METHOD OF DEFROSTING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED
FOR MEAT/POULTRY UP TO 2kg (4lb) IN WEIGHT, AND IT IS
ESSENTIAL TO COOK IT THOROUGHLY, IMMEDIATELY
AFTERWARDS.
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Recipes For Fan Oven
BEEF STEW AND DUMPLINGS
1
50g (2oz) shredded suet
15ml (1 tbsp) chopped parsley
Cold water to mix
2
675g (1 / lb) stewing steak, cut into
2.5cm (1 in. cubes)
2 medium sized onions, peeled and
quartered
225g (8oz) carrots, peeled and sliced
225g (8oz) swede, peeled and cubed
1. Place meat, vegetables, stock, puree,
herbs and seasoning in large
casserole dish.
2. Cover dish.
4 sticks of celery, cut into 2.5cm (1 in.)
lengths
3. Bake: 140˚C; 11/2-2 hours.
4. Cook until meat is tender.
500ml (1 pint) beef stock, boiling
30ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree
5ml (1 tsp) mixed dried herbs
Salt and pepper
Dumplings:
100g (4oz) self raising flour
Pinch of salt
5. Make dumplings: mix flour, salt, suet
and parsley together in bowl.
6. Add enough water to make soft dough.
7. Divide into 4 pieces, form each into a
ball and place on top of stew.
8. Cover and continue to cook for further
20-30 minutes or until cooked through.
3. Turn onto lightly floured surface.
Knead lightly then divide pastry into
four equal pieces.
4. Roll out two pieces to line base of
two 25cm (10in) plates. Roll out
remaining two pieces and leave to
one side.
5. Prepare fruit for filling. Divide equally
between the two pastry lined plates,
adding the sugar.
6. Dampen edges of pastry with water.
Cover fruit with rolled out pastry.
7. Trim and seal edges. Make a slit in the
top of the pastry.
FRUIT PLATE TARTS
Pastry:
800g (1 / lb) plain flour
3
4
200g (7oz) block margarine
200g (7oz) cooking fat
250ml (10floz) cold water
Filling:
1
2
675g (1 / lb) prepared fruit
50g (2oz) sugar
1. Make pastry. Sift flour into bowl, rub in
fats until mixture resembles fine
breadcrumbs.
8. Bake: 190˚C; 35-45 mins.
2. Gradually add cold water to bind
pastry together to form stiff dough.
1. Grease pie dish and put in rice and
dried fruit (if used).
2. Add sugar and milk, stir well, sprinkle
RICE PUDDING
1
2
40g (1 / oz) pudding rice
25g (1oz) sugar
500ml (1 pint) milk
grated nutmeg on top.
1
2
3. Bake: 140˚C; 1 / – 2 hours.
Grated nutmeg
50g (2oz) sultanas or raisins (optional)
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Recipes For Fan Oven
BATTERS
1. Sieve flour and salt into basin.
2. Make a well in centre and add egg
plus one-third of liquid.
3. Beat well until mixture is smooth.
4. Add another third of liquid and again
beat well until smooth.
5. Lightly stir in remaining liquid.
6. If possible, allow batter to stand in
cool place for at least half an hour.
Basic Recipe:
100g (4oz) plain flour
Pinch of salt
1 large egg
1
2
250ml ( / pint) milk and water mixed in
equal quantities
YORKSHIRE PUDDING
1. Place 25g (1oz) dripping into shallow
ovenproof dish or 22.5cm (9in) square
Yorkshire pudding tin and place in
top of oven to heat for 10 minutes.
2. Pour batter into hot fat.
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3. Bake: preheat; 180 C; 35-45 mins.
1. Place all ingredients into a bowl.
2. Beat with a wooden spoon for 2-3
minutes or beat in electric mixer for
1 minute.
3. Grease and line two 18cm (7in)
sandwich tins.
ALL-IN-ONE VICTORIA SANDWICH
100g (4oz) soft tub margarine
100g (4oz) caster sugar
2 eggs
100g (4oz) self raising flour
5ml (1 tsp) baking powder
4. Place mixture into prepared tins.
5. Bake: 150-160˚C; 20-30 mins.
1. Cream margarine and sugar until
light, fluffy and pale in colour.
2. Beat in eggs.
3. Sift flour and fold into mixture.
4. Grease and line two 18cm (7in).
sandwich tins.
VICTORIA SANDWICH
100g (4oz) block margarine
100g (4oz) caster sugar
2 eggs
100g (4oz) self raising flour
5. Divide mixture equally into tins. Level
tops.
6. Bake: 160-170˚C; 20-30 mins.
7. Bake until well risen, golden brown
and firm to touch.
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Recipes For Fan Oven
1. Cream fat and sugar until light and
CHRISTMAS CAKE
fluffy.
225g (8oz) butter or block margarine
225g (8oz) brown sugar
4 eggs
2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
3. Sieve dry ingredients. Add gradually
with mixed fruit, cherries and nuts.
225g (8oz) plain flour
4. Bake in lined 20cm (8in) cake tin:
1
2
130˚C; 2 / -3 hours.
5ml (1 tsp) mixed spice
1
It may be necessary to cover top of
cake with brown paper for final hour
to prevent overbrowning.
2
2.5ml ( / tsp) baking powder
200g (7oz) raisins
200g (7oz) sultanas
200g (7oz) currants
50g (2oz) chopped almonds
5. Leave in tin to cool a little, before
turning out.
6. When cold, prick bottom of cake and
sprinkle brandy over. Leave for about
a week before icing.
75g (3oz) glace cherries (cut in pieces)
60ml (4 tbsp) brandy (optional)
1. Cream margarine and sugar until
light, fluffy and pale in colour.
2. Add each egg, beating well after
each addition.
3. Fold in sifted flour, mixing well.
4. Place paper cases on baking trays
and two-thirds fill them with mixture.
5. Bake until golden brown and springy
to touch: 170˚C; 15-20 mins.
SMALL CAKES
225g (8oz) block margarine
225g (8oz) caster sugar
4 eggs
300g (11oz) self raising flour
Variations:
100g (4oz) sultanas
100g (4oz) chocolate chips
100g (4oz) chopped glace cherries
30ml (2 tbsp) cocoa powder mixed to
paste with water
Add any of the above with flour
1. Sift together flour, cream of tartar and
bicarbonate of soda.
2. Rub in margarine until mixture
resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3. Make a well in centre. Stir in enough
milk to give fairly soft dough.
4. Turn onto lightly floured surface.
SCONES
450g (1lb) plain flour
10ml (2 tsp) cream of tartar
5ml (tbsp) bicarbonate of soda
100g (4 oz) block margarine
225ml (8 fl oz) milk
Knead lightly to remove any cracks.
Variations:
Sultana scones – add 100g (4 oz)
sultanas and 50g (2oz) caster sugar
3
4
Roll out to about 15mm ( / in). Cut out
5cm (2in) rounds. Place on baking
sheet.
Wholemeal scones – use half quantity
of wholemeal flour
5. Knead remaining dough and re-roll.
6. Bake until well risen and golden
brown; preheat; 210˚C; 9-12 mins.
Cheese scones – add 100g (4oz) grated
cheddar cheese and 5ml (1 tsp) dry
mustard
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Care and Cleaning
TURN OFF THE MAIN SWITCH BEFORE CLEANING.
BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN, ENSURE THAT ALL
CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.
NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH
ABRASIVES, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN
CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND.
Cleaning Materials
to avoid
1. Plastic or nylon pads, scourers, these may scratch the surface.
2. Household abrasive powders.
3. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads. Caustic
cleaners such as these will etch the surface and attack the metal
frame.
4. Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface.
Apply conditioner before using the hob for the first time. It
contains a mild cleaning agent, so that subsequent applications may
clean off soil and apply a protective film at the same time. For stubborn
stains or heavy soiling use any of the following materials, and finish off
with conditioner.
The Ceramic Hob
1. Jif, non-scratch scouring cream.
2. Liquid Gumption Kitchen Cleanser.
3. Special Powder Cleanser.
1. If the hob is scratched through accident or misuse, soil that
collects will appear as fine brown lines; these are not fully
removable but can be made less obvious by the daily use of
cleaner conditioner. Cooking performance is in no way affected
by scratches on the surface.
Important Notes
2. Pans with aluminium bases should be lifted rather than dragged
across the hob surface. This will avoid metal rubbing off the pan
onto the glass. Such marks are easily removed by the powder
cleanser, provided they are not subsequently baked on for long
periods at high temperatures.
In the unlikely event of the ceramic hob surface cracking, isolate the
cooker by switching it off at the main switch, and contact the nearest
service centre. Do not continue to use the cooker until it is repaired.
Wipe with a damp cloth and polish with a dry cloth.
Control panel
It is advisable to clean the decorative trims regularly to prevent any
build up of soiling. The recommended method of cleaning is to wipe
over the trims with a soft cloth wrung out in hot water or mild non-
abrasive cleaner. (If in doubt try the cleaner on a small area of trim
which is not noticeable in normal use). Then, after wiping with a cloth
wrung out in clear water, dry with a soft clean cloth.
Decorative Trims
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Care and Cleaning
Take care during cleaning not to damage or distort the door seals. Do not
lift the door seal from the oven chassis, if necessary remove the seal by
carefully unhooking the corner clips.
Take care that the rating label edges are not lifted during cleaning, and
furthermore that the lettering is not blurred or removed.
Grill/Top Oven
Doors
Remove the grill pan and the wire grid food support, it is best to wash
these items immediately after use to prevent stains from being burnt on
when used again. Wipe out the grill/Top oven compartment, use a fine
steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the rod shelf, grill
deflector plate and the floor of the compartment.
Wipe over the grill door decorative outer panel with a cloth wrung out in
hot soapy water, then after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water,
dry with a soft clean cloth.
EW41 only: Ensure that the glass panels are not subjected to any
sharp mechanical blows.
Inner Glass Door – open the door fully and unscrew the two
screws securing the glass panel, taking care not to allow the glass
to fall. The glass panel may now be washed at the sink. Stubborn
stains can be removed by using a fine steel wool soap pad. Ensure
the glass panel is not subjected to any sharp mechanical blows.
Take particular care not to damage the inner surface which is coated
with a heat reflective layer. After cleaning, rinse and dry with a soft
cloth. For slight soiling the inner glass panel may be cleaned, while
still warm, without removing it from the door.
Main Oven
Remove the rod shelves and meat pan.
Use a fine steel wool soap pad to remove stubborn stains from the
rod shelves, meat pan and the floor of the oven.
Warning: Oven must not be operated with inner door glass removed.
Warning: Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply before
replacing the oven lamp.
Oven Lamp
How ‘Stayclean’
Works
The surface of the ‘Stayclean’ oven liners are treated on the mottled face
with a special vitreous enamel which absorbs cooking soils. At
temperatures of 220oC (425oF) or above, the special surface enables these
soils to be slowly destroyed. The higher the temperature the more effective
it is. In most cases normal cooking operation at this temperature will permit
this cleaning operation to proceed during cooking. However if higher
cooking temperatures are not used regularly it may be necessary, to
prevent heavy soiling, to run the oven without a meat pan at maximum
setting for a couple of hours. This may be necessary once a month or once
every two or three months depending on the type and amount of oven
cooking.
Oven Liners – sides
It should not normally be necessary to clean the ‘Stayclean’ panels in
water. If desirable remove the rod shelves and the side panels and wash
them in warm soapy water, followed by rinsing in clean water.
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Cooking Results Not Satisfactory?
Problem
Check
Grilling
Uneven cooking front
to back
Ensure that the grill pan is positioned centrally below
the grill element.
Fat splattering
Ensure that the grill is not set to too high a temperature.
Oven Baking
Uneven rising of cakes
Ensure that the oven shelves are level by using a spirit
level on the rod shelf and adjusting, using suitable
packing e.g. wood, under the feet of the appliance. This
should be checked both left to right and front to back. Ensure
that the food is positioned centrally in the oven.
Sinking of cakes
The following may cause cakes to sink:
1. Preheat of fan ovens.
2. Cooking at too high a temperature.
3. Using normal creaming method with soft margarine.
Refer to the cooking times and temperatures given in
Over/Under cooking
Fast/Slow cooking
the oven temperature charts, however, it may be necessary
o
to increase or decrease temperatures by 10 C to suit
personal taste.
1
4
Do not use utensils greater than 2 / ins in height.
Is the main cooker wall switch turned on?
There may be no electricity supply.
Nothing Works
Top Oven Baking
Uneven cooking front
to back
Ensure the cooking utensil is at least 3ins from the front
of the shelf.
1. Too large baking sheet used. (See 'Cookery Notes')
2. Over loading of oven and always ensure even air
gaps around baking tins.
Uneven cooking of
cakes
Uneven rising of cakes
Ensure that the shelf is level (see above) and that the
food is positioned centrally in the oven.
Food is taking too long
to cook
Ensure that the cooking utensil used in the top oven is
not larger than 12ins x 9ins, e.g. the main oven meat pan.
Only cook one item at a time to avoid overloading the
oven.
Operating the cooker under the following conditions may
Top oven and grill do
not work. Main oven
works.
cause a safety cut-out to operate:
a) grilling with the top oven door shut;
b) grilling for excessive long periods at maximum settings.
Switch off the appliance and allow the cooker to cool for
approx. 30 minutes. Switch the cooker back on again and
check that the grill/top oven is now operating correctly.
Grill does not work.
Ensure the grill/top oven control has been turned to grill
position prior to setting its heat level.
Grill keeps turning on
and off.
When the grill control is operated at a setting less than H,
this is normal regulator operation, not a fault.
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Something Wrong with your Cooker?
Before contacting your Service Office/Installer, check the problem guide below.
Problem
Check
Slight odour or small
amount of smoke when
using the cooker for the
first time.
This is normal and should cease after a short period.
Cooker does not work
at all.
Check that the switch on the control unit is in the on
position. If so check that the main fuse has not blown.
Oven temperature seems
too high or too low.
Check that the temperature has been set in accordance
with the temperature charts. It may be necessary to
increase or decrease the recommended temperature by
up to 10oC to suit your taste.
Oven does not cook
evenly.
Check that the temperature and shelf position are as
recommended in the temperature charts.
Check that the containers being used in the oven allow
sufficient air flow around them.
Check that the cooker is level.
Hotplates are slow to boil
or will not simmer.
Check that your pans conform to the recommendations
in these instructions.
Grilling is uneven.
Check that the grill pan has been correctly positioned.
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Spare Parts
Please remember your new appliance
is a complex piece of equipment.
‘DIY’ repairs or unqualified and
untrained service people may put you
in danger, could damage the appliance
and might mean you lose cover under
Hotpoint’s Parts Guarantee.
If you do experience a problem with the
appliance don’t take risks; call in
Hotpoint’s own Service Engineer. See
back page.
Our spare parts are designed
exclusively to fit only Hotpoint
appliances. Do not use them for any
other purpose as you may create a
safety hazard.
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 (where fitted). Remove the
mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off
flush with the appliance and always
ensure that no plug is left in a condition
where it could be connected to the
electricity supply.
To help the environment, Local
Authority instructions should be
followed for the disposal of your
product.
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Hotpoint Service Cover
Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your
Money Back
Hotpoint’s Extended Warranties
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint
appliances in your kitchen, Hotpoint has a range of
Service Plans to give you complete peace of mind.
They enable you to extend your one year labour
guarantee so that you can have repairs completed
FREE during the membership period.
Hotpoint gives you a unique ‘Satisfaction
Guaranteed’ promise – valid for ninety days after
you have purchased your Hotpoint product. If there
is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance,
just call Hotpoint Service (see back page). If
necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call. If
the technical problem is not resolved under this
Guarantee, Hotpoint will replace your appliance or,
if you prefer, give you your money back. Your
statutory rights are not affected, and the Guarantee
is additional and subject to the terms of Hotpoint’s
Five Year Parts Guarantee.
Service Cover
We offer a number of payment methods; cheque,
credit card or you can spread the cost and pay by
direct debit (full details can be obtained on Free
phone 0800 716356). This covers you for all repairs
during the period of cover, which can be from 1 to 4
years. Service Cover also includes loss of food, up
to the value of £250, in refrigeration appliances.
There is also an option of Service Cover with
Maintenance at an additional cost. This includes an
annual Electrical and Safety check and replacement
of any parts as necessary.
Hotpoint’s Free Five Year Guarantee
From the moment your appliance is delivered
Hotpoint guarantees it for FIVE YEARS.
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In the Five Years all replacement parts are FREE
provided that they are fitted by our own Service
Engineer. During the first year our Engineer’s
time and labour is also free.
Our guarantee covers loss of food in our
refrigeration and freezer products up to £250
during the first year, subject to verification by one
of our engineers.
After the first year we will charge for our
Engineer’s time and labour. We do, however,
operate a range of Service Plans (see opposite)
which, for an annual payment, enables you to
cover any repair costs which may be necessary.
All our service repairs are guaranteed for twelve
months in respect of our labour and any parts
fitted.
The appliance must be used in the United
Kingdom, and must not be tampered with or
taken apart by anyone other than our own
Service Engineers.
Kitchen Cover
An annual payment covers you for all repairs for all
your Hotpoint appliances which are less than ten
years old. It also covers the cost of loss of food up
to £250 in our refrigeration and freezer products.
There is also the option of Kitchen Cover with
Maintenance at an additional cost. Any additional
Hotpoint appliances purchased after you have
joined Hotpoint Kitchen Cover will automatically be
included during the annual period of cover without
further charge.
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Appliance Registration
To ensure that you have the opportunity to benefit
from any of the above Service Schemes and other
offers you should complete and return immediately
the Appliance Registration Form/Questionnaire
supplied with this appliance. Full details and costs
of our Service Schemes, together with an
application form, will be sent to you at the end of the
first year of the guarantee.
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You may, however, buy parts which can be
safely fitted without specialist knowledge or
equipment. The correct fitting of such parts,
provided they are genuine Hotpoint spares, will
not affect your Guarantee. Parts are available
from our Hotpoint Spares Centres (see back
page).
Our guarantee does not cover the cost of any
repair, or loss of food in refrigeration products,
due to power failure, accidents or misuse. Nor
does it cover the cost of any visits to advise you
on the use of your appliance. Please read
thoroughly the instruction book supplied with this
appliance.
If at any time during the Guarantee period we are
unable to repair your appliance, we will refund
any repair costs paid to us in the previous twelve
months. We will also offer you a new appliance at
a reduced charge instead of a repair.
Our Guarantee is in addition to and does not
affect your legal rights.
Should you need independent advice on your
consumer rights, help is available from your
Consumer Advice Centre, Law Centre, Trading
Standards Department and Citizens Advice
Bureau.
Annual Safety/Maintenance Checks
Hotpoint strongly recommends that all its
appliances are regularly checked for electrical and
mechanical safety, whether or not they are covered
by a Service Plan. Worn door gaskets or hoses may
cause a leak on an appliance, which could become
dangerous if neglected.
Proof of Purchase
For future reference please attach your purchase
receipt to this booklet and keep it in a safe place.
Spares and Accessories
Spares and accessories can be ordered from your
local Hotpoint Spares Centre (see back page),
using the order form enclosed.
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NOTE: Our Engineers will use every effort to avoid
damage to floor coverings and adjacent units when
carrying out repairs/service work, but in locations
where the Engineer advises you that it will be
impossible to move appliances without risk of
damage, he will only proceed with your approval
that no liability is accepted.
•
All Hotpoint servicing is carried out by our own
Service Organisation located throughout the
United Kingdom and Eire. We will be happy to
deal with any problems which you may have.
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This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Low Voltage Equipment
73/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
Key Contacts
Service
Hotpoint has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe,
trained specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete
confidence.
Repair Service
UK: 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
You will be asked for the following information:-
Name, address and postcode.
Telephone number
Model / Serial number of the appliance
Clear and concise details of the query or fault
Place and Date of purchase
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).
Extended Warranty
To join: UK 08709 088 088
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
Genuine Parts & Accessories
Mail Order Hotline
UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
For further product information 08701 50 60 70
All Hotpoint Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.
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