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DEAR CUSTOMER, Outstanding user-friendliness and excellent efficiency make cooktops a perfect choice. Please read this manual thoroughly before you start to use the appliance to avoid any trouble. The cooktop’s safety and functionality was checked at the factory test stations prior to dispatch. Please read this manual carefully before you start to use this cooktop. This way, you can ensure its proper and correct operation.
Table of Contents Basic information............................................................................................2 Important safety instructions......................................................................4 How to save energy............................................................................................5 Unpacking...........................................................................................................5 Disposal of an old appliance........................
General SafeTY Your safety and that of your family are of the utmost importance to us and although some simple safety when cooking is generally observed it is worth reading through the following points to ensure that your hob is operated as safely as possible at all times to prevent any accidents. As a responsible company we feel it is very important to maintain a very high level of safety and to make this section as clear and highlighted as possible.
HOW TO SAVE ENERGY UNPACKING Using energy in a responsible way not only saves money but also helps the environment. So let’s save energy! And this is how you can do it: During transportation, protective packaging was used to protect the appliance against any damage. After unpacking, please dispose of all elements of packaging in a way that will not cause damage to the environment.
GUIDE TO THE COOKTOP MODEL PDG4.0ZpZtRC 1 3 1,2,3 - surface burners 4 - surface burner knobs 5 - pan stand 2 4 Fig.
GUIDE TO THE COOKTOP MODEL PDG4.1ZpZtRCA 1 3 1,2,3 - surface burners 4 - surface burner knobs 5 - pan stand 2 4 Fig.
GUIDE TO THE COOKTOP MODEL PDG5.0ZpZtRCA 4 6 1 3 2 1,2,3,4 - surface burners 5 - surface burner knobs 6 - pan stand 5 6 Fig.
Installation Installation work and repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Repairs and service by unqualified persons could be dangerous and the manufacturer will not be held responsible. Location • The kitchen must be dry and well ventilated. • The kitchen should have a ventilation system including fume exhaust to remove the gases generated by burning gas and direct them out.
Installation Installation of the cooktop: • • • • • • • Prepare the work top cut-out as shown in the diagram (see fig. 5). Remember to maintain the minimum safety distances to combustible surfaces below the cooktop of 130 mm. Fix the tape (included) to the cooktop edge at the bottom side of the appliance. Connect the appliance to gas and electrical mains as per the operating manual.
Installation Notes for the technician The fitter should: • Bear a valid certificate of gas permit • Have studied the contents of the appliance’s type plate containing the suitable type of gas. Compare the data with the characteristics of the gas available in the network. • Check the following: - ventilation capacity, incl. air exchange in the kitchen, - tightness and sealing of the gas fittings, - effectiveness and correct operation of all the functional elements.
OPERATION Please make sure you have read and understood the entire operating manual. Do follow the instructions to ensure safe and effective operation of your cooktop. NOTE The appliance uses gas, which is a flammable and explosive substance. Thus, it is necessary for the cooktop to be connected to a gas network which supplies the gas type for which the appliance is suitable. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
OPERATION Replacement of burner nozzle: loosen the nozzle with a dedicated wrench (7). Fit the new nozzle, suitable for the required gas type (see table above for reference). After you have converted the cooktop to another gas type, make sure you have placed a label containing that information on the appliance.
OPERATION Valve adjustment Valve adjustment should be done with the control knob set at Burner ON saving flame position. Remove the knob, and adjust the flame with a tiny screwdriver (see fig. 7 below). Fig. 7 Checking the adjusted flame: heat the burner at full open position for 10 minutes. Then turn the knob into the saving setting. The flame should not extinguish nor move to the nozzle. If it goes off or moves over to the nozzle, readjust the valves. Note.
OPERATION Flame selection At the burners adjusted correctly, the flames should be light blue, and the inner cone should be clearly visible. The size of flame depends on the position of the related burner control knob. Fig. 8 - Burner ON, large flame - Burner ON, small flame (saving mode) - Burner OFF See also fig.
OPERATION Significant quantities of energy can be saved if the appliance is used correctly, parameters set correctly, and appropriate cookware is used. The savings can be as follows: • Up to 60 per cent savings when proper pots are used, • Up to 60 per cent savings when the unit is operated correctly and the suitable flame size is chosen. It is a prerequisite for efficient and energy-saving operation of the cooktop that the burners are kept clean at all times (in particular the flame slots and nozzles).
OPERATION Using cooktops with control knob ignition (Zp) • • • Press the selected control knob and turn anti-clockwise into Burner ON large flame position. Hold depressed until gas is on fire Release the knob and set the required flame size. Using cooktops with leak protection (Zt) spark igniter protection Hold the burner’s control knob depressed for approx. 10 seconds in Burner ON large flame position. This way, you activate the protection device.
OPERATION What to do if surplus gas leak occurs 1 – gas network 2 – gas cut off valve A – valve ON B – valve OFF Fig.9 In any emergency, proceed as follows: • • • • • turn the burners off set the cut off valve OFF (see fig.
CLEANING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Daily cleaning and proper maintenance have crucial impact on the durability of your ceramic plate. Clean the ceramic plate observing the same rules as for glass. Never use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents, scrubbing powders or scratching sponges. Burners, the burner hob grate. • In the case of soiled burners and grate, these elements must be removed from the cooker and washed with warm water and washing – up products intended for fats and soils. Next, wipe them dry.
Cleaning and maintenenace Periodic inspections In addition to current maintenance and care, the following shall be arranged for: • Periodic inspections of control elements and units of the cooktop. Upon expiration of the warranty, service department shall be ordered technical inspections of the appliance at least once every two years. • All operation faults must be repaired. • Cooktop units shall be maintained according to the maintenance schedule.
Troubleshooting In each case, proceed as follows: • Turn the burners off • Disconnect power supply • Report for repair • The user can fix some minor malfunctions himself, according to the guidance given in the tables below. Please check the information below before contacting the service department. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDIES 1.The appliance does not work - power cut - check the home power fuse, replace if needed 2.
Guarantee Guarantee Guarantee service will be granted as per the Guarantee Certificate. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by improper use or operation of the appliance. Please copy the cooktop type and manufacturing number from the nameplate: Type.................................................. Manufacturing number:...............................
IO 00842 (03.
