User manual ZANUSSI ZBX622SS

[. . . ] Use only pots and pans with a rigid, even contact surface - uneven contact surface results not only in poor heat conduction, but also increases the risk of dangerous spills. During deep-fat frying, sauteeing, melting of butter, etc. , one must always remain near the unit, due to the danger of fire. In the event of fire the unit must be shut off immediately (and the cooker hood as well, if in use). Make sure that the unit is shut off when not in use - the knob should rest at "0". [. . . ] That the damage is caused by any form of use contrary to common sense. Installation Electrical installation must be performed by an authorized electric company. Electrical installation by a novice can result in damage to persons or to the unit. Electrical parts must not be tampered with. Caution: In order to avoid a hazard this appliance must be installed according to these instructions for installasion. Check If you make a note of the model, product and serial numbers on receipt you will always have this information to hand (See front page). These numbers will be needed for any service visits. The model number plate is situated on the bottom of the hob. Positioning It is advisable to place the unit near an out-of-the-way, or closed, corner, with space on either side on which to rest hot cooking utensils. The unit should not be placed at a heavily-trafficked or open corner, nor in at passageway. 4 Before use Before using the hob unit it is advised to clean the ceramic surface with the enclosed cleaning agent. The decorative pattern on the ceramic surface can become scratched and marred with use, depending upon how one uses and maintains the unit, but does not adversely affect performance. The warranty does not cover such blemishes. 5 Operating instructions Switch symbols (to the left) Switch for regulating the double plate at the rear Switch for regulating the small plate at the front. pilot light Regulating The regulating of heat is graduation-free for all plates on a scale from 1 to 12. "1" Represents lowest heat "12" Represents maximum heat. Select the highest setting for the cooking zones until the food is brought to the boil, then reduce the setting. An uneven based saucepan may increase the electricity consumption by up to 50%. The saucepan should match the cooking zone or be slightly larger. Use a tightly fitting lid on the saucepan to reduce electricity consumption. 10 The decorative pattern on the ceramic surface can become scratched and marred with use, depending upon maintenance, but does not adversely affect performance. Such blemishes are not covered by the warranty and do not affect the operation of the hob. Spills and melts must be removed immediately, while the surface is still warm, using the scraper supplied with the unit. Especially damaging are melted plastic, aluminum, or any foodstuff containing sugar, including natural sugar, as these can create permanent "pockmarks" and craters on the ceramic surface. After scraping polish thoroughly with the cleaning agent supplied with the unit. Utensils which have been in contact with the above-mentioned melted materials must be cleaned throughly before used again on the ceramic-top hob unit. Defects in the ceramic surface which can be related to the above are not covered by the warranty. Warning: Aluminum foil and plastic utensils are not to be placed on hot surfaces. [. . . ] The cable must be connected via an external switch with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each pole. Please observe these instructions, otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage that may occur. Single-phase zero-earth Cable type 1, 5 mm² HO5VV-F. The cable outside diameter must be between 7, 5 and 10, 5 mm. Cover 14 Two-phases zero-earth (max. [. . . ]