User manual WHIRLPOOL HOB 454/B INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • If a hood or shelf is to be installed above the cooking hob, leave a minimum distance of at least 650 mm between them • Kitchen unit surfaces near the cooking hob must be heat resistant • Do not position the cooking hob near flammable materials (e. g. • There must be a space of at least 50mm between the cooking hob and the wall behind it. 10 6en66008. fm Page 11 Tuesday, March 18, 2003 9:44 AM Electrical Connections • It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure correct electrical connection of the appliance and to follow the recommended safety regulations. • After checking that your mains voltage is the same as that shown on the rating plate and that the wiring is of sufficiently heavy gauge for the current load, the appliance may be connected. [. . . ] • After checking that your mains voltage is the same as that shown on the rating plate and that the wiring is of sufficiently heavy gauge for the current load, the appliance may be connected. First make sure that the plug is correctly rated for the power consumption of the hob. • Connection to the mains must be through an omnipolar switch which has a contact gap of at least 3 mm. • When the appliance is installed, the switch or socket must always be accessible. • The supply cable must not come in contact with hot surfaces and must be positioned so that it does not at any time exceed the temperature of 50°C. • After the appliance has been installed, the electrical components must not be accessible. The producer does not accept responsibility for any damage or injury to persons or property resulting from non-observance of these requirements. Replacing the supply cable The supply cable may be replaced with a new one of the same type and connected to the junction box. Use cable type H05RR-F 1) For Great Britain only Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A. S. T. A. • Do not allow liquids to boil over: On boiling, reduce the heat. • Do not leave the hob unattended when frying as this can increase the risk of fire. ENERGY SAVING TIPS • Use flat bottomed pots and pans whose base is the same size as or slightly larger than that of the hotplate. • Using a pressure cooker saves further cooking time and reduces energy consumption. CARE AND CLEANING • Always disconnect the cooking hob from the mains before cleaning and maintenance. • Clean enamelled and/or stainless steel parts with a suitable cleaning product. • Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc. , on the work surfaces. • Clean the hot plates with a damp cloth and occasionally rub cooking oil well into them with a soft cloth. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The cooking hob does not work. Check that: • The switch is in the ON position. • Check for a power failure. 12 6en66008. fm Page 13 Tuesday, March 18, 2003 9:44 AM AFTER SALES SERVICE Before contacting After Sales Service 1. If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised After Sales Service Dept. [. . . ] • Check for a power failure. 12 6en66008. fm Page 13 Tuesday, March 18, 2003 9:44 AM AFTER SALES SERVICE Before contacting After Sales Service 1. If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised After Sales Service Dept. In the unlikely event that an operation or repair is carried out by an unauthorised technician, always request a certification of the job carried out and insist on the use of original spare parts. [. . . ]