User manual HOTPOINT KRM 640 X

[. . . ] • So that a minimum distance of 20 mm is maintained between the installation cavity and the cabinet underneath. • Kitchen cabinets adjacent to the appliance and taller than the top of the hob must be at least 600 mm from the edge of the hob. 18 40 Fixing supporting surface. Any deformities caused by improper fixing could affect the features and operation of the hob. [. . . ] You can switch the smaller internal cooking zone on its own, or both the external and internal zones. The control knob (D) allows you to choose between two power levels, which may both be adjusted between a minimum value of 1 and a maximum of 12: • The lowest power level can be set by turning the knob clockwise from 1 to 12. • Turn the knob completely round( ), until you hear a slight click, to enable the maximum power level. This in turn can be adjusted to a value between 12 and 1 by turning the knob anticlockwise. To restore the minimum power level, turn the knob and set it back to position 0. For double cooking zones, the first part of the knob movement activates the smaller (internal) cooking zone. To activate both (internal and external), it is necessary to turn the knob completely ( ) and then select the desired power level between 12 and 1. Operation indicator light (C) This is illuminated when a heating zone has been activated. Residual heat indicator light (E) This indicates that one or more cooking zones are at a temperature greater than 60°C, even after the cooking zones have been switched off. Some models have 4 residual heat indicator lights, one for each cooking zone. traditional cooking zones For boiling large pieces of meat. Extendable cooking zones 21 Precautions and tips GB  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. Practical advice on using the appliance In addition, to obtain the best results from your hob: • Use pans with a thick, flat base in order to fully utilise the cooking zone. • Always use pans with a diameter which is large enough to cover the hotplate fully, in order to use all the available heat. • Make sure that the base of the cookware is always clean and dry, in order to fully utilise and extend the life of both the cooking zones and the cookware. • Avoid using the same cookware which has been used on gas burners: the heat concentration on gas burners may distort the base of the pan, causing it not to adhere correctly. This appliance conforms to the following European Economic Community directives: - 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments; -89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments; - 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent amendments. • The glass ceramic hob is resistant to mechanical shocks, but it may crack (or even break) if hit with a sharp object such as a tool. If this happens, disconnect the appliance from the electricity mains immediately and contact a Service Centre. • Ensure that power supply cables of other electrical appliances do not come into contact with the hot parts of the hob. • Remember that the cooking zones remain relatively hot for at least thirty minutes after they have been switched off. [. . . ]  Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (for similar to stainless steel. Do not use any cleaning or degreasing products which are not suitable for use with aluminium. Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance. Disassembling the hob If it is necessary to disassemble the hob: 1. [. . . ]