User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 269/BR INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Warning: The protective rubber feet on the panstand grids represent a choking hazard for young children. After cleaning the panstand grids, please ensure that all the rubber feet are correctly fitted. Declaration of conformity x x x This cooking hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs, and complies with EEC Directive 89/109. This cooking hob (class 3) has been designed to be used only for cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous. [. . . ] Wipe with a cloth moistened with hot water and soap or diluted liquid detergent. Do not use abrasive or corrosive products, chlorine products or steel wool. Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc. , on the cooking hob. x Stainless steel surface Clean with a specific commercial product. Note: if the cooking hob is used continuously, the high temperatures produced by the flames may alter the colour of the surface near the burners. Cleaning the burners 1. Extract the burner from its housing by pulling it up. Soak the burner and the cap in hot water and liquid detergent. Ensure that none of its openings is clogged. Note: to avoid damaging the electric ignition device, do not use it when the burners are not in their housing. 54 Cleaning the electric hotplate The electric hotplate must be cleaned when it is lukewarm. Wipe with a cloth moistened with water and salt, and polish with a cloth moistened with oil. M 54 Y N C TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE 1. The burner fails to ignite: y Is the main gas delivery valve open?y Has the delivery of the town gas (methane) been suspended?The natural flow of air must take place through an adequate opening, that must be: - permanent, made on one of the outside walls of the room, and communicating with the exterior in an area away from sources of pollution; - built so as to ensure that its openings, both on the inside and on the outside, cannot be obstructed, intentionally or accidentally; - protected by a metal grid or mesh that does not reduce its working section; - situated near the floor level and positioned so as not to interfere with the operation of the fume exhaust devices. Assembly x Apply the supplied gasket to the cooking hob (unless it has already been fitted), after having cleaned its surface as shown in the relevant figure. To fasten the cooking hob, use brackets supplied with it. Fit the brackets into the relevant bores and fasten them by means of their screws. Make an opening in the worktop, respecting the dimensions indicated in the enclosed product description sheet. Important: the power supply cable and plug must be suitable for the power absorption of the cooking hob, and the cable must be long enough to permit the upward extraction of the cooking hob. a 56 M 56 Y N C INSTALLATION Electrical connection x x x x x The electrical connections must comply with local regulations. The data relevant to the voltage and power absorption are indicated on the rating plate. The earthing of this appliance is compulsory by law. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injury to persons or animals or damage to property arising from failure to comply with these requirements. When the cooking hob is installed, provide a single-pole circuit breaker with a contact breaking distance of at least 3 mm. If necessary, the electrical power cable must be replaced exclusively with a power cable having identical characteristics to the original supplied by the manufacturer. This operation must be performed by Customer Service or a qualified electrician. Connection to gas supply The gas supply system must comply with local regulations. The connection of the cooking 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. [. . . ] It must pass through an area where there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its length. b a b 57 M 57 Y N C INSTALLATION Adjustment to different types of gas If a different type of gas from the one indicated in the plate is used, the cooking hob must be adapted to it. The gas nozzles must be changed by AfterSales Service or a qualified technician. Nozzles not supplied with the appliance must be ordered from After-Sales Service. Connect the cooking hob to the gas shut-off valve by means of a pipe suitable for the type of gas used, in compliance with current local regulations. [. . . ]