User manual WHIRLPOOL AKT 619/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Dispose of in accordance with local standards governing waste disposal. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, contact the relevant local authority, household waste collection service, or the outlet at which the product was purchased. Disposal of old household appliances • • • • • • • • • To use the hob turn the knob(s) counter clockwise and position at the required power setting. To switch off the hob return the knob(s) to position “0”. [. . . ] If in doubt, contact the After Sales centre. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Important: never clean the appliance with high pressure water or steam cleaning equipment. • Clean the hob when it is cool, after each use. This will prevent the build-up of dirt and make cleaning easier. • Clean the electric plates with a cloth moistened with water and salt, and polish with a cloth moistened with oil. • Never use water directly for cleaning the electric plates to avoid the formation of rust. • Do not allow food residue to dry on the plates. • Do not use abrasive products, chloride based corrosives, oven-cleaner spray or pan scourers for cleaning the plates. • The hob should be treated periodically with a commercially available proprietary products according to the specific instructions. Energy saving DIMENSIONS OF COOKING HOB AND WORKTOP (mm) Knob (1 - 6) 1-2 2 3 3-4 4 4-5 6 Table for use of the cooking zones For melting (butter, chocolate) To keep food warm and to heat small quantities of liquids To heat larger quantities, whip creams and sauces Slow boiling, e. g. : boiled vegetables, spaghetti, soups, continuing steam cooking of roasts, stews For all types of frieds foods, chops, steaks, cooking without lid, e. g. : risotto Browning meats, roast potatoes, fried fish and to boil large quantities of water Quick frying, steaks in steak pan, etc. • • • • • Use pots and pans with the bottom diameter equal to, or slightly larger than that of the cooking zones. If possible, keep pot lids on when cooking. with little water in order to cut down cooking time. A pressure cooker allows you to save even more energy and time. STAINLESS STEEL TOPS • • • • Prolonged use of the hob may alter the colour of the hotplates due to the high temperatures reached. • Installation must be performed by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer's instructions and current local regulations. • After unpacking the hob, check that there has been no damage during transport. If in doubt, contact the nearest dealer or Authorised After Sales Service. Important: before installing the hob, remove any plastic protection film applied. Ensure that the opening made in the worktop to house the hob corresponds to the dimensional drawing specifications, within the relative tolerances. For installation, use the relative brackets and screws • supplied. Position the hob in the work top opening made respecting the dimension indicated on first page. NOTE: The power supply cable must be long enough to permit its upward extraction. To secure the hob, use the brackets (A) provided with it. Fit the brackets into the relevant bores shown by the arrow and fasten them by means of their screws in accordance with the tickness of the work top. 1). Preparation of fitted cabinet • Perform all required cuts on the work top before inserting the appliance. [. . . ] The hob must be recessed in a work top with a thickness of min. Insert a separator panel at a minimum distance of 20 mm from the bottom of the hob, so that it is not accessible to the user. If the hob is to be fitted above an oven, the latter must be produced by the same manufacturer and equipped with a cooling system. Never place other materials between the hob and oven (e. g. [. . . ]