Instruction for Use

Technical information for the installer
• Warning: this is a heavy products which
requires the installation to be carried out
by two people.
• When installing the hob it is advisable to wear
protective gloves.
• This appliance can be installed on worktops
with a thickness over 20 mm.
• If no oven is to be installed below the hob, a
panel must be fitted under the hob to prevent
hob damage and protect the cupboard contents.
This panel must cover the whole of the
underside of the hob and must be positioned so
that an air gap of at least 50mm between the
panel and hob underside is maintained, as a
minimum, and as a maximum 150mm to the
underneath of the work surface.
• This hob is designed to operate perfectly with
any oven in the KitchenAid range. The
manufacturer declines all responsibility
should another make of oven be installed.
Before installation, please ensure that:
• The gas supply (type and pressure) and the
calibration on the hob are compatible (see serial
number plate on the hob and the injector table).
• The cabinetry and appliances surrounding/next
to the hob are heat resistant and in compliance
with local regulations.
• The products of combustion are removed from
the atmosphere in the room by using an
extraction hood or electrical fan installed to the
walls and or windows, in line with current
regulations.
• The air circulates naturally through a suitable
opening that is no less than 100cm
2
in cross
section, which must be:
- permanent and accessible on the walls of the
room being ventilated and extracting towards
the outside.
- created in such a way that the openings both
inside and out cannot be obstructed, even in
error.
- Protected by plastic grill, metallic netting etc.
that should not reduce the 100cm
2
cross
section.
- Located in such a position so as not to
interfere with the extraction of the products of
combustion.
Installation (Flush and Semi-Flush fitting)
Connection to the mains gas system must be
carried out by a competant, registered
person, in compliance with current legislation.
• The connection of the hob to the gas mains
network or gas cylinder must be done using a
rigid copper or steel pipe with parts that
comply with local standards, or using a flexible
stainless steel pipe with continuous surfaces that
comply with local standards. The flexible
metallic pipe should be no longer than 2 linear
metres.
• Before connecting the pipe with the rubber part
(A), insert the seal (B) is in place (this part,
provided complies with EN549).
Warning: if you use a stainless steel flexible pipe, it
must be installed in such a way that it does not
come into contact with moving cabinetry like
drawers or kitchen cupboards and passes at a point
free of obstacles where it can be examined in its
entirety.
• After connecting to the gas mains, use soap and
water to check there are no leaks.
FOR BELGIUM ONLY: It is necessary to replace
the elbow connection (A) on the appliance, with
the one supplied.
Important: if a stainless steel hose is used, it
must be installed so as not to touch any
mobile part of the furniture. It must pass
through an area where there are no
obstructions and where it is possible to
inspect it on all its length. After connection to
the gas supply, check for leaks with soapy
water.
Attention: Should you experience difficulty in
turning the burners knobs, please contact the
After Sales Service for the replacement of the
burner tap.
Gas connection
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