User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON C 975 ED IX

[. . . ] Instruction To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend: · call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer · always use original Spare Parts 1 These instructions are only for those countries whose symbols appear in the booklet and on the matriculation plate of the appliance. 2 These instructions are for a Class 1 appliance (installed independently) or c lass 2 - sub-class 1 appliances (installed between two cabinets). 3 This appliance is intended for non-professional use within the home. 4 Before using the appliance, carefully read the instructions contained in this manual, as they provide important information for ensuring safe installation, use and maintenance. [. . . ] If not, follow the instructions indicated in the paragraph "Adapting to different types of gas". On some models the gas supply can be connected on the left or on the right, as necessary; to change the connection, reverse the position of the hose holder with that of the cap and replace replace the gasket (supplied with the appliance). When using liquid gas from a cylinder, install a pressure regulator which complies with current directive. Important: check that the supply pressure complies with the values indicated in table 1 "Characteristics of the burners and nozzles" since this will ensure safe operation, correct consumption and ensure a longer life to your appliance. Instructions for the compulsory course of the flexible hose (only present on some models) The cooker's hose holder must be connected to the cylinder's pressure regulator by means of a flexible hose 95 cm in length, with its respective hose clamps. This hose must be inserted in the special support, as illustrated in the figure, so as to avoid it coming into contact with hot surfaces. Use flexible hoses and pressure regulators which conform to current national regulations. Cylinder support (supplied only for some models) A cylinder support consisting of 2 parts, which are fitted as indicated in figure, are supplied for the models with legs. Connection with hose Make the connection using a gas hose complying with the the characteristics provided in current directive. The internal diameter of the pipe used is as follows: - 8mm for liquid gas; - 13mm for methane gas. When installing the hose, remember to take the following precautions: · No part of the hose should touch parts whose temperature exceeds 50°C; · The length of the hose should be less than 1500 mm; · The hose should not be subject to twisting or pulling, and should not have bends or kinks. · The hose should not touch objects with sharp edges, any moving parts, and it should not be crushed; · The full length of the hose should be easy to inspect in order to check its condition; Check that the hose fits firmly into place at the two ends and fix it with clamps complying to current directive. If any of the above recommendations can not be adopted, flexible metal pipes should be used. Should the cooker be installed according to the conditions of Class 2, subdivision 1, only a flexible metal pipe which is in compliance with current safety standards should be used to make the connection to the gas mains. b) Replacing the burner nozzles on the hob: · remove the grids and slide the burners from their housings; · unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, (see Fig. E) and replace them with nozzles for the new type of gas (see table 1 "Burner and nozzle characteristics"). · in the case of double-crown burners: · unscrew the nozzle using the socket spanner (see fig. F) (available from your local Ariston Branch Office on request - SAT code 010863), and replace it with a nozzle for the new gas (see table 1 "Burner and nozzle characteristics"). · replace all the components by repeating the steps in reverse order. Fig. F c) Minimum regulation of the hob burners: · turn the tap to minimum; · remove the knob and adjust the regulation screw, which is positioned in or next to the tap pin, until the flame is small but steady. N. B. : in the case of liquid gas, the regulation screw must be screwed in to the bottom. · check that the flame does not turn off when you turn the tap quickly from high to low. d) Regulating the primary air of the burners: The primary air of the burners requires no regulation. Important On completion of the operation, replace the old rating sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used. This sticker is available from our Service Centres. [. . . ] Cooked well on the inside but sticky on the outside Use less liquid, lower the temperature, and increase the cooking time. The pastry sticks to the pan Grease the pan well and sprinkle it with a dusting of flour. I used more than one level and they are not all at the same cooking point Use a lower temperature setting. It is not necessary to remove the food from all the racks at the same time. Cooking fish and meat Meat must weigh at least one Kg. [. . . ]