Operating Instructions HOB Contents GB Installation, 2-5 GB English,1 Positioning Gas connection Data plate Burner and nozzle specifications Electrical connection, 6 Description of the appliance, 7 Overall view Start-up and use, 8 Practical advice on using the burners Precautions and tips, 9 Maintenance and care, 10 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Gas tap maintenance Troubleshooting, 11 After Sales Service, 12 ea 08 se to 44 ph ac 8 o gu tiv 24 ne ar ate 24 us an y 2 o te ou 4 n
Installation ! Before operating your new appliance please read this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information for safe use, installation and care of the appliance. ! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Positioning ! Keep packaging material out of the reach of children. It can become a choking or suffocation hazard (see Precautions and tips).
555 mm m m m 475 m 55 Where a hob is installed above an oven without a forced ventilation cooling system, adequate ventilation must be provided inside the cabinet by means of air holes through which air can pass (see figure).
GB Checking the tightness of the connection ! When the installation process is complete, check the pipe fittings for leaks using a soapy solution. Never use a flame. Adapting to different types of gas To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or on the packaging), the burner nozzles should be replaced as follows: 1. Remove the hob grids and slide the burners off their seats. 2.
Burner and nozzle specifications GB Table 1 Liquid Gas Burner Diameter Thermal Power (mm) kW (p.c.s.*) Nom. Red. By-pass 1/100 (mm) Natural Gas Nozzle 1/100 Nozzle Flow* Nozzle Flow* 1/100 l/h l/h 1/100 Flow* g/h (1) (mm) *** ** (mm) (mm) Reduce Fast (RR) 100 2.60 0.70 41 39 80 189 186 110 248 135 248 Semi Fast (Medium) (S) 75 1.65 0.40 30 28 64 120 118 96 157 105 157 Auxiliary (Small) (A) 55 1.00 0.
Electrical Connection GB ! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The hob is designed to work with alternating current, the supply voltage and frequency indicated on the rating plate (situated under the hob). Make sure that the local supply voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating plate.
Description of the appliance Overall view GB GAS BURNERS Support Grid for COOKWARE Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS Ignition Button for GAS BURNERS * SAFETY DEVICES * • GAS BURNERS differ in size and power. Use the diameter of the cookware to choose the most appropriate burner to cook with. • Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS adjust the power or the size of the flame. Ignition for GAS BURNERS * • GAS BURNER ignition* enables a specific burner to be lit automatically.
Start-up and use GB ! The position of the corresponding gas burner or electric hotplate* is shown on every knob. Gas burners Each burner can be adjusted to one of the following settings using the corresponding control knob: • Off Maximum • When the contents of the pan reach boiling point, turn the knob to minimum.
Precautions and tips ! This appliance has been designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards. The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. General safety • This is a class 3 built-in appliance. • Gas appliances require regular air exchange to maintain efficient operation. When installing the hob, follow the instructions provided in the paragraph on “Positioning” the appliance.
Maintenance and care GB Switching the appliance off Gas tap maintenance Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it. Over time, the taps may become jammed or difficult to turn. If this happens, the tap must be replaced. Cleaning the appliance ! This procedure must be performed by a qualified technician authorised by the manufacturer.
Troubleshooting It may happen that the appliance does not function properly or at all. Before calling the service centre for assistance, check if anything can be done. First, check to see that there are no interruptions in the gas and electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the gas valves for the mains are open. GB Problem Possible causes/Solution The burner does not light or the flame is not even around the burner. • The gas holes on the burner are clogged.
After Sales Service GB No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.
Guarantee GB 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
Notes GB PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 14
GB PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 15
Notes 02/2012 - 195036404.