User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 231/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, mustard, salt, sugar or lemon juice on the hob. Symbols on the box/oven panel Shaded circle Large flame Small flame Star The symbols are indicating which cooking field this knob activates Note: Your cooktop aesthetics can be slightly different from the drawing. Tap closed Maximum opening/delivery Minimum opening or reduced delivery Electric ignition • • • • CLEANING THE HOB PARTS • • • • • • Grids, burner caps and burners can be removed to be cleaned. Clean them by hand with warm water and non-abrasive detergent, removing any food residues and checking that none of the burner openings is clogged. Rinse and dry Refit burners and burner caps correctly in the respective housings. [. . . ] If the appliance is arranged for a type of gas different from that available, refer to the paragraph “Adjustment to different types of gas”. Manufacturer: Whirlpool Europe S. r. l. Borghi, 27 21025 Comerio (VA) ITALY 5019 619 01386/B NOTES: • • Improper use of the grids can result in damage to the hob surface. Do not position the grids upside down or drag them across the hob. If the hob has a glass ceramic top, do not use: - Cast iron griddles or terracotta pots and pans - Heat diffusers (e. g. metallic mesh) - Two cookers for the same pot In case of prolonged use, additional ventilation may be needed (opening a window or increasing the extraction force of the hood). This appliance is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given initial supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Keep children away from the hob when it is in use and do not let them play with the controls or any other appliance parts. Warning: the glass lid (if provided) may shatter if overheated. Before closing it, be sure that all the burners are off. After use, make sure that the knobs are in position OFF and close the main gas delivery or cylinder tap TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If the hob will not operate correctly. Before calling the After-Sales Service, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide to determine the problem. 1. • • • • • • • • 2. The burner fails to ignite or the flame is not even Check that: The gas or electrical supplies are not shut off and especially that the gas supply tap is open. The gas cylinder (liquid gas) is not empty. All the burner parts have been positioned correctly. The burner does not stay lit Check that: When lighting the burner, the knob has been pressed for enough time to activate the protection device. The burner openings are not clogged near the thermocouple. The end of the safety device is not dirty. The minimum gas setting is correct (see relevant paragraph). The containers are not stable Check that: The bottom of the container is perfectly flat The container is centered on the burner. The grids have not been exchanged or positioned incorrectly. • • • • • 3. • • • If after the above checks the fault still occurs, get in touch with the nearest After Sales Service. AFTER-SALES SERVICE PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Packaging The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and is marked with the recycling symbol , which identifies it as a type of material that must be sent to local waste-disposal centres. [. . . ] If no information concerning your Country is given, please ask details to your Installer. The connection of the hob to the gas pipe network or gas cylinder must be made by means of a rigid copper or steel pipe with fittings complying with local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface stainless steel hose complying with local regulations. The maximum length of the hose is 2 linear metres. Before connecting the tube to the elbow fitting (A), interpose the washer (B) supplied, in compliance with EN 549. Fix the hob to the countertop and then install the oven [check also oven installation instructions]. [. . . ]