[. . . ] Instructions for Installation and Use
BE82 Ceramic Induction Hob
Note: Ensure that the hob unit is securely fixed to the worktop before use.
To the User You must read the instructions prior to using the appliance and then retain them for future reference.
Contents
Introduction . . Back Cover
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Introduction
Your new appliance is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet. To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully. [. . . ] Press the key to switch off the power to the hob.
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Using Your Hob
Multiple programming: It is possible to programme all four heating zones at the same time. Follow the previous step by step procedure to programme the first heating zone, then proceed as follows:
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A heating zone is already programmed, the corresponding indicator light is on and the timer display is activated. It starts flashing slowly as soon as you start to programme another heating zone.
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Select the second heating zone, then press the key to access the programming function. key again to confirm the programming
NOTE:
The indicator light that corresponds to the heating zone being programmed flashes slowly and then remains lit once the programming operation is confirmed. The indicator light that corresponds to the previously programmed heating zone flashes.
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To display the remaining time programmed for a heating zone, select it by pressing the relevant heating zone selection key, its indicator light will remain on while the other one flashes.
NOTE:
The timer starts counting down immediately. An audio signal sounds at the end of the cooking time and the heating zone switches off. 15
Using Your Hob
Safety devices Locking the controls: When the hob is on, you can lock the control panel so that the settings cannot be changed inadvertently (by children, during cleaning etc. ).
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Press the key to lock the controls. The indicator light next to it comes on.
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To unlock the controls, press the The indicator light goes off. key.
Overheating: Should your hobs electronic components overheat, the hob will turn off automatically and H will come up on the power level display. The letter will disappear as soon as the temperature drops back down to an acceptable level. Audio warning signal: An audio signal sounds if your appliance detects a problem on the control panel: an object (pan, cover etc. ) placed on the control panel for more than 10 seconds. prolonged pressure on the control panel.
In such situations, the hob automatically switches off. The controls are cleared* and you can use the hob as usual.
Automatic power cut:
Power Level 1-2 3 4 5-6 7-8 9 Max. duration of operation 10 hours 5 hours 4 hours 3 hours 2 hours 1 hour
If you forget to turn off one or more heating zones, the power is automatically cut off after a certain time. * To reset the controls, follow the procedure described previously.
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Something Wrong?
Before contacting your Hotpoint Service Centre / Installer, check the following; there may be nothing wrong with your appliance.
PROBLEM Nothing works Hotplates are slow to boil or will not heat Hob switches itself off
CHECK Is the main wall switch to the cooker turned on ?If a control is on, the relevant power level displays will illuminate. Check that your pans conform with the recommendations detailed in this book. Check there is no spillage or obstruction over the controls area.
Controls will not operate Timer not working Smaller heating zones are slow to heat up
Are the controls locked?Check Ensure the
indicator light is not on.
key was pressed again AFTER programmed time required was set.
Check booster is not activated on the rear right and front left zones.
If after checking the above points and re-reading the instruction book you still have problems, contact Service (see KEY CONTACTS back cover).
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Care and Cleaning
BEFORE SWITCHING OFF THE ELECTRICITY TO CLEAN, ALWAYS ENSURE THE HEATING ZONES ARE COOL TO TOUCH AND THAT THE RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATORS (`H') ARE NOT ILLUMINATED. NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH ABRASIVE, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and attack the metal frame. Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface The Ceramic Hob To reduce the amount of cleaning always ensure that the hob and cooking utensils are clean and dry before use. [. . . ] If the worktop thickness is less than 40mm, a spacer will be required between the underside of the worktop and the hob fixing bracket (spacer not supplied (see Fig. 4)
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650mm minimum clearance
100mm minimum clearance
100mm minimum clearance
HOB
If the hob is installed over an oven, in order to prevent any overheating of the electronic components of the hob, you must leave a space between the top of the oven and the bottom of the worktop, which measures 560mm wide by 8mm high. WARNING: If the hob is not being installed above an oven unit, then a shelf the same depth and width as the hob MUST be fitted underneath the hob. The distance between the shelf and the lowest part of the hob MUST BE AT LEAST 5mm. [. . . ]