User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 296/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 31966082GB. fm Page 17 Monday, April 7, 2008 12:46 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT AND SYMBOLS BURNER OPERATION PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR USING THE BURNERS GRID POSITIONING DIMENSIONS AND DISTANCES TO BE RESPECTED (mm) INJECTOR TABLE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT INSTALLATION (FLUSH OR STANDARD) GAS CONNECTION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION FIXING TO THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE CONVENTIONAL FITTED MODEL (STANDARD) FIXING TO THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE FLUSH-MOUNTING MODEL CONVERSION TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS REPLACING INJECTORS TAP MINIMUM SETTING ADJUSTMENT CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND CLEANING OF HOB COMPONENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE 17 31966082GB. fm Page 18 Monday, April 7, 2008 12:46 PM DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT AND SYMBOLS 1. Removable grids Semi-rapid burner 4-crown burner Auxiliary burner Semi-rapid burner control knob 4-crown burner control knob Auxiliary burner control knob 2 3 4 5 6 Symbols Tap closed Max. Turn the corresponding knob anticlockwise to the max. Press the knob against the control panel to light the burner. [. . . ] • Fumes are discharged through special extractor hoods or wall and/or window-mounted electric fans. • Natural air circulation is ensured through an adequate opening in the wall of at least 100 cm2 useful section, which must be: - Permanent and in walls to the outside of the room; - Made in such a way that it cannot be obstructed from the inside or outside (even accidentally); - Protected by plastic grilles, metal mesh, etc. , which do not reduce the above-mentioned useful area; - Located near the floor and positioned so as not to interfere with the operation of the fume exhaust devices. 23 31966082GB. fm Page 24 Monday, April 7, 2008 12:46 PM GAS CONNECTION The gas supply system must comply with the local regulations. • The section “national regulations” gives the specific local regulations for the country of use. • If no information concerning your country is given, please ask your installer for more details. • The hob must be connected to the gas supply or gas cylinder by means of a rigid copper or steel pipe with fittings complying with the local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface flexible stainless steel tube complying with the local regulations. The maximum permissible length of the flexible metal tube is 2 metres. • Before connecting the tube to the elbow (A), fit the gasket (B) supplied, in compliance with EN 549. Important: If a flexible stainless steel tube is used, it must be installed in such a way that it cannot come into contact with any movable parts such as kitchen unit drawers or doors, passes through in a place free of hindrances, and its entire length can be inspected. • After connection to the gas supply, check for leaks with soapy water. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The electrical connections must comply with the local regulations. • The data relevant to voltage and absorbed power is given on the dataplate. • Earthing of the appliance is compulsory by law. • When installing, provide for an omnipolar cutout switch with contact opening distance of at least 3 mm. • If the power cable needs replacing, use one having the same characteristics as the original supplied standard (type H05V2V2-F T90°C or H05RRF). This operation must be performed by the After-Sales Service. • The manufacturer declines any liability for possible damage or injury due to non-compliance with the above-mentioned rules. L Earth (Yellow/Green) N 24 31966082GB. fm Page 25 Monday, April 7, 2008 12:46 PM FIXING TO THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE CONVENTIONAL FITTED MODEL (STANDARD) Important: The following operation must be carried out by a competent technician. Installation can be carried out on different materials: such as masonry, metal, solid wood and plastic laminated wood provided it is heat resistant (T 90°C). 80 900 380 Make an opening in the top, of the dimensions shown in fig. Carefully apply the insulating sealing strip (supplied) around the outside edge of the hob as shown in the figure below, pressing lightly to make it adhere (Fig. 2). 888 - 0 +1 Fix the hob with the special brackets supplied. The supply includes 2 types of brackets: - 8 of standard length (Service Code 4812 404 49874) for installation on kitchen tops thicker than 4 cm - 8 longer than standard (Service Code 4812 404 49875) for installation on kitchen tops less than 4 cm thick The brackets must be fixed with the special screws to the front (4) and the back (4) using the seats on the bottom of the hob (Fig. Important: The power cable must be long enough to allow the hob to be removed upwards. 36 Fig. 2 0 25 31966082GB. fm Page 26 Monday, April 7, 2008 12:46 PM FIXING TO THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE FLUSH-MOUNTING MODEL Important: The following operation must be carried out by a competent technician. Installation can be carried out on different materials such as masonry, metal, solid wood and plastic laminated wood provided it is heat resistant (T 90°C). [. . . ] Correctly refit burners and burner caps. When refitting the grids, make sure the potstand zone is aligned with the burner. Note: For models equipped with electric igniters and safety thermocouples, the end part requires thorough cleaning in order to ensure correct operation. Check frequently and, if necessary, clean them with a damp cloth. [. . . ]