User manual INDESIT P 640 AS

[. . . ] When the knob is on any of the settings other than "Off", the "B" operating light comes on. 3 How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply. To extend the life of the cooktop, it is absolutely indispensable that it be cleaned carefully and thoroughly on a frequent basis, keeping in mind the following: · The enameled parts and the glass top, if present, must be washed with warm water without using abrasive powders or corrosive substances which could ruin them; · · The electric hobs should be cleaned using a damp cloth and then rubbed with oil while still warm; Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact with highly calcareous water or aggressive detergents (containing phosphorous) for an extended period of time. It is recommended that these parts be rinsed thoroughly with water and then dried well. [. . . ] It is also a good idea to clean up any spills. Practical Advice Practical Advice on Using the Electric Hot Plates In order to avoid heat loss and damage to the hot plate, use cookware with a flat bottom the diameter of which is not less than that of the hot plate. Use of the hob To obtain the best cooking results from your hob there are a few basic rules to follow. · Use pans with a level and even base. This ensures full contact of the base of the pan to the ceramic heat zones. Use heavy pans with level bases Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Normal or Fast Plate Off Cooking vegetables, fish Cooking potatoes (using steam) soups, chickpeas, beans. Continuing the cooking of large quantities of food, minestrone For roasting (average) For roasting (above average) For browning and reaching a boil in a short time. · Use pans with a large enough diameter to completely cover the heat zone as this ensures the most efficient use of the heat. · Always ensure that the bases of the pans are dry and · · clean as this allows good contact and will prolong the life of your ceramic hob and pans. Never leave cooking rings on without a pan on top as maximum heat is reached in a very short time and could damage heating elements. Remember that cooking rings remain hot for at least half an hour after being turned off. Be careful not to inadvertently place containers or cups on the cooking rings whilst they are still hot. Clamps are provided to fasten the cooktop to counters measuring from 20 to 40 mm in thickness. To fasten the cooktop securely, it is recommended that all the clamps be used. N. B: Use the clamps contained in the "accessory kit. " d) In case a wooden panel should be fitted under the top for insulation, it will have be fitted at a minimum distance of 20 mm from the inferior part of the top. Important: When installing the hob on a built-in oven, the oven should be placed on two wooden strips; in the case of a joining cabinet surface, remember to leave a space of at least 45 x 560 mm at the back. m 560 m. 45 m m. When installing on a built-in oven without forced ventilation, ensure that there are air inlets and outlets for ventilating the interior of the cabinet adequately. Assembly examples are given in figs. 555 mm. mm 475 Clamp Position for H=30mm top Front Electrical connection for electric hob The following installation procedure must be carried out by a qualified electrician. Important: the cooker must be connected to the mains by a switched (double pole) cooker outlet correctly fused with a capacity appropriate to that shown on the hob Rating Plate. All electrical wiring from the consumer unit to the appliance, via the switched double pole cooker outlet, must be of an acceptable type and current rating as above. The supply cord, type H05 VV-F 3x2. 5mm2, must be positioned so that it never reaches at any point a temperature 50°C higher than the room temperature. The electrical installation must comply with the IEE Regulations, Building Regulation & local By-Lays. [. . . ] The supply cord, type H05 VV-F 3x2. 5mm2, must be positioned so that it never reaches at any point a temperature 50°C higher than the room temperature. The electrical installation must comply with the IEE Regulations, Building Regulation & local By-Lays. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. [. . . ]