Operating Instructions HOB Contents GB Warnings, 2 GB English,1 Installation, 3-6 Positioning Gas connection Data plate Burner and nozzle specifications Electrical connection, 7 Description of the appliance, 8 Overall view Start-up and use, 9-10 Practical advice on using the burners Precautions and tips, 11 General safety Disposal Recycling & Disposal Information Maintenance and care, 12 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Gas tap maintenance Troubleshooting, 13 After Sales Service, 1
Warnings GB WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
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. also be equipped with vents to allow gas to escape in the event of a leak. As a result LPG cylinders, whether partially or completely full, must not be installed or stored in rooms or storage areas that are below ground level (cellars, etc.).
Front GB ! Check that the pressure of the gas supply is consistent with the values indicated in Table 1 (“Burner and nozzle specifications”). This will ensure the safe operation and longevity of your appliance while maintaining efficient energy consumption. Connection with a rigid pipe (copper or steel) Hooking position for top H=40 mm Back ! Use the hooks contained in the “accessory pack” • Where the hob is not installed over a built-in oven, a wooden panel must be installed as insulation.
2. unscrew the burers with a 7 mm wrench spanner. The internal burner has a nozzle, the external burner has two (of the same size). Replace the nozzle with models suited to the new type of gas (see table 1). • Setting the burners to minimum: GB 1. Turn the tap to the low flame position. 2. Remove the knob and adjust the adjustment screw, which is positioned in or next to the tap pin, until the flame is small but steady. 3. replace all the components by repeating the steps in reverse order. 3.
GB Burner and nozzle specifications Table 1 Liquid Gas Burner Diameter Thermal power kW (p.c.s.*) Nominal By-pass 1/100 Nozzle 1/100 (mm) Thermal power kW (p.c.s.*) Reduced (mm) (mm) Fast (R) 100 0.70 3.00 39 Reduced Fast (RR) 100 0.70 2.60 Semi Fast (S) 75 0.40 Auxiliary (A) 55 Triple Crown (TC) Ultrarapid (UR) Natural Gas Flow* (g/h) Thermal power kW (p.c.s.*) Nominal Nozzle 1/100 Flow* (l/h) *** ** 86 218 214 3.00 132 (H) 286 39 80 189 186 2.60 122 (H) 248 1.
Electrical Connection ! 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. Connecting the supply cable to the mains electricity supply For models supplied without a plug, fit a standard plug suitable for the load indicated on the rating plate, onto a cable and connect to a suitable socket.
Description of the appliance GB Overall view GAS BURNERS Support Grid for COOKWARE Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS Support Grid for COOKWARE GAS BURNERS Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS SAFETY DEVICES * Ignition for GAS BURNERS * • 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 size of the flame. • GAS BURNER ignition* enables a specific burner to be lit automatically.
Start-up and use ! 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 Minimum To light one of the burners, hold a lit match or lighter near the burner and, at the same time, press down and turn the corresponding knob anti-clockwise to the maximum setting.
GB ! On the models supplied with a reducer shelf, remember that this should be used only for the Double flame internal (DCDR internal) burner when you use casserole dishes with a diameter under 12 cm. To identify the type of burner, refer to the designs in the section entitled, "Burner and Nozzle Specifications".
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.
Guarantee 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.
After Sales Service 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 the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.
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