User manual CANDY CT-524

[. . . ] After using the hob, make sure that the knobs are in the turn off position. If you have decided to decommission this appliance, before disposing of it take care to render it inoperative as envisaged by the relevant health and environmental protection legislation and to make safe any parts which may be a hazard for children. The nameplate with the technical data is in a visible position underneath the hob bottom casing and is annexed to this manual. the nameplate underneath the casing must never be removed. [. . . ] This appliance complies with the following EC directives: 73/23/EEC "Low Voltage" 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic Compatibility" 93/68/EEC "General Standards" 89/109/EEC "Materials or objects which may come into contact with foodstuffs" These instructions only apply for the count ries of destination whose identification symbols appear in the nameplate in the instruction manual and on the appliance. Cabinets must be able to withstand temperatures up to at least 90°C. NEVER cook food straight on the electric plates; always use pans or other containers Turning on the plate To turn on the electric plate, turn the knob to the setting required. The numbers from 1 to 6 or from 1 to 10 (fig. 1), depending on whether the hob is fitted with selector switch or self-adjusting power regulator, indicate the operating positions, with temperature rising (see table on page 15). a pilot light on the control panel indicates that the electric plate is in operation. Using the electric plate Once the contents of the pan have come to the boil, adjust the power to the heating level required, bearing in mind that the plate will keep on emitting heat for a few minutes after it is switched off. When using the electric plate, bear in mind that: The plate must never be operated with no pan in place. Operating the plate without a pan, especially for lengthy periods, may cause fires. Try to avoid spilling liquids on the plates when hot. Use only flat-bottomed pans of a diameter which covers the entire surface of the plate. Fix the hob to the cabinet with the brackets provided as shown in fig. Electrical connection When making the connection to the electrical mains, check that the voltage is the same as the value stated on the nameplate, and that the electrical system wires are of large enough gauge to withstand the load also stated on the nameplate. The plug used for the connection must comply with standards and be suitable for the appliance's power absorption. If the appliance is connected directly to the mains, an omnipolar circuit breaker with contact gap of at least 3 mm, rated for the load and compliant with the relevant regulations, must be installed between the appliance and the mains. Never use reducers, adapters or diverters for the mains connection, since they may overheat and cause burns. When replacing the power lead, use a cable with the same characteristics as the original, suitable for the load and the temperature (such as T90°C) involved; the replacement must be ordered from the service centre. At the end of the cable for connection to the appliance, the green-yellow earth wire must be 20 mm longer than the other wires. Refer to the table below for power lead dimensions. With 1000W electric plate With 1500W electric plate or two electric plates In order to keep the hob in peak condition, clean it properly each time it is used, first allowing it to cool down. Enamelled parts All enamelled parts must only be washed with a sponge and soapy water or other, specific, nonabrasive products. Stainless steel hobs Stainless steel hobs must be cleaned with a damp cloth and specific commercial products. [. . . ] After rinsing, dry, using a chamois leather if possible. Electric plates The electric plates must be cleaned when they are just slightly warm. Clean with a damp rag and finish with a cloth dipped in mineral oil. Appliances do not require any special maintenance, but users are advised to have them checked at least every two years. [. . . ]