User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 478/IX 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. [. . . ] 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. 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. 13 M 13 GB 67873 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?y Is the gas cylinder (liquid gas) empty?y Are the openings of the burner clogged?y Have the cap and burner been positioned correctly after cleaning?(See paragraph “Care and maintenance”. ) 2. The burner fails to remain lit: y Repeat the ignition operation, turning the knob to the position with the small flame symbol . Make an opening in the worktop, respecting the dimensions indicated in the enclosed product description sheet. Install the cooking hob in the worktop. b b B - If the worktop is made out of marble or other materials (plastics, ceramics or stone), the cooking hob must be fastened by means of special brackets, to be ordered from the After-Sales Service (code 4819 310 18528). 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 (see paragraph “National safety 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. Interpose gasket in the elbow connection. Important: if a stainless steel hose is used, it must be installed so as not to touch any movable part of the furniture. a b b It must pass through an area where there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its length. 16 M 16 GB 67872/C 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. [. . . ] x Remove the two screws followed by the cap then replace both injectors as previously described. Replace the cap , ensuring the seal is properly positioned before attempting to use the cooktop. Before installing the cooktop, remember to affix the gas calibration plate supplied with the injectors in such a way that it covers the existing information relating to gas calibration. a b c c a b d - e d g f g d Adjusting minimum gas setting of taps To ensure that the minimum setting is correctly and proceed as adjusted, remove knob follows: x tighten (-) to reduce the height of the flame; x loosen (+) to increase the height of the flame. The adjustment must be performed with the tap in minimum gas setting position (small flame) . e 17 M 17 GB 67873 Y N C NATIONAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ITALY Ventilation of room When the appliance is not equipped with safety devices on the burners (thermocouples), the air vents must be increased by 100%, and must be at least 200 cm2, in compliance with the departmental decree of 21 April 1993. [. . . ]