User manual CANDY C 4400

[. . . ] This appliance is intended solely for domestic use and is designed for the following functions: cooking and reheating food. Any other use is considered as improper. The manufacturer declines all liability resulting from poor installation, tampering, inexpert use and use for purposes other than those specifically stated. Check that the appliance has not been damaged during transport; Keep all packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nylon, etc. [. . . ] - Never cook food directly on the electric hotplates; always use suitable pots or containers - Absolutely do not leave the electric plates working without any pots on it. These wrong use may cause overheating, damages to the appliance and fire hazard. - Take all precautions possible to avoid spilling liquids onto the hotplate when it is hot. - Do not use the appliance if the surface is broken or damaged; in case you find a crack on the ) on the cooking zones (plates or glass-ceramic) - Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to fall on the glass-ceramic cook top. - Do not stare at the halogen lamps on the cook top. - Use flat bottomed pans only with a diameter large enought to cover the entire burner surface. 3), depending on whether the cooktop is fitted with a power switch or regulator, indicate the settings in progressing temperature (See Table). When the electric hotplate is in operation an indicator LED on the control panel lights up. Once reached the heating required, adjust the power intensity, bearing in mind that the hotplate will continue to emit heat for several minutes after being switched off; Depending on the food to cook, adjust the power intensity following the recommendations below: Switches figure 3/A Regulators figure 3/B For keeping food warm or reheating small amounts of liquids Reheating larger quantities, whipping creams and sauces To simmering, soups, pasta, risottos, continuation of steaming, cooking steaks and fries in general Browning meats, roast potatoes, fried fish and for bringing large quantities of water to a boil Fast frying, grilled steaks, etc. The cooktop may be equipped with a Ø145mm or a Ø180mm hotplate, conventional or rapid power. the conventional hotplate is entirely black , while the rapid hotplate has a red dot in the centre. - Before carrying out any operation on the appliance, it must be disconnected from the electric supply. fitting the appliance in the worktop The cooktop may be fitted into any worktop, as long as it is heat resistant (minimum temperature of 90°C) The dimensions of the hole to be made in the worktop and the minimum distances between rear and side walls and those above the appliance are shown in figure 4. - If the cooktop is installed without an oven below it, a separator panel must be placed between The bottom of the cooktop and the housing below it, at a minimum distance of 10 mm. In any event, the electrical connection of the two appliances must be carried out separately, both for electrical safety and to facilitate removal. It is advisable to use an oven equipped with an internal forced cooling system. - Position the special gasket supplied [C] along the outer perimeter of the worktop, following the diagram shown in fig. 4, so that the ends of the gasket meet exactly without overlapping. - Position the cooktop into the worktop, taking care to ensure it is placed exactly in the centre. - Fix the cooktop to the worktop using the special brackets supplied [A], as shown in fig. Correct installation of the sealing gasket ensures complete protection against infiltration of liquids. The appliance must be installed and operated in suitable areas, and in compliance with current laws. [. . . ] After cleaning, dry the burners thoroughly and reposition them carefully in their seats. In models with electric ignition, always check that the electrode "E" (fig. In models with safety device, clean the probe "T" (fig. 11) in order to allow regular operation of the safety valve. [. . . ]