Ariston PC640TX, PC640NTX, PC640 TGH, PC750TGH Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

HOB

Contents

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						Installation, 2-7
AUS		FR		ES
						Positioning
						Electrical connection
English,1		Français, 13		Español, 25		Gas connection
						Data plate
						Burner and nozzle specifications

PC 640 T X AUS PC 640 N T X AUS PC 750 T GH AUS

Description of the appliance, 8

Overall view

Start-up and use, 9

Practical advice on using the burners

Precautions and tips, 10

General safety Disposal

Maintenance and care, 11

Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Gas tap maintenance

Troubleshooting, 12

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Installation

! Before operating your new appliance please read this AUS instruction booklet carefully. It contains important

information for safe use, installation and care of the appliance.

! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance.

Compliance with standards

This cooktop must be installed by an authorised person in accordance with the requirements of local gas and electrical authorities, as well as the latest published versions of the following standards:

•AS/NZS 5601 Gas Installations and pipe sizing

•SAA Wiring Rules.

Positioning

!Keep packaging material out of the reach of children. It can become a choking or suffocation hazard (see Precautions and tips).

!The appliance must be installed by a qualified and authorised professional according to the instructions provided. Incorrect installation may cause harm to people and animals or may damage property.

Kitchen Ventilation

Where the total input of all appliances exceeds 3 MJ/h for each cubic metre of the room or enclosure volume, the space shall be ventilated by one of the methods detailed below. For the purpose of assessing the adequacy of ventilation, the space that cannot be isolated by doors is the ‘volume of a room’.

Natural ventilation direct from outside

Two permanent openings shall be provided directly to outside. The openings shall be located to ensure the distance between the top of the upper opening and the ceiling of the room or enclosure, and the distance between the bottom of the lower opening and the floor of the room or enclosure does not exceed 5% of the height of the room or enclosure. The minimum free ventilation area provided by each opening shall be calculated using the following formula:

A = 3 × T where

A = the minimum free ventilation area (cm2)

T = the total gas consumption of all appliances (MJ/h)

The minimum vertical dimension of any free ventilation opening shall be 6 mm.

NOTE 1 When used in this Clause, the term ‘directly to outside’ means any one of the following options, provided that the ventilation path is unobstructed by building material or insulation:

(a)Directly through an outside wall (preferred option).

(b)Through to an outside wall but offset.

(c)Into a cavity ventilated to outside.

(d)Into an under floor space ventilated to outside.

(e)Into a roof space ventilated to outside.

NOTE 2 The two openings may be combined provided that the top and bottom of the opening reach the limits set by this Clause.

Natural ventilation via adjacent room

Two permanent openings shall be provided in the room or enclosure. The openings shall be located to ensure the distance between the top of the upper opening and the ceiling of the room or enclosure, and the distance between the bottom of the lower opening and the floor of the room or enclosure does not exceed 5% of the height of the room or enclosure.

The minimum free ventilation area provided by each opening shall be calculated using the following formula:

A = 6 × T where

A = the minimum free ventilation area (cm2)

T = the total gas consumption of all appliances (MJ/h)

These requirements shall apply to all subsequent rooms until a room is ventilated to outside, in accordance with the previous section, or the total input of the appliances does not exceed 3 MJ/h for each cubic metre of the total volume of the enclosure and rooms.

The minimum vertical dimension of any free ventilation opening shall be 6 mm.

NOTE: The two openings may be combined provided that the top and bottom of the opening reach the limits set by this Clause.

•Liquid petroleum gas sinks to the floor as it is heavier than air. Therefore, rooms containing LPG cylinders must also be equipped with vents to allow gas to escape in the event of a leak. As a result LPG cylinders, whether partially or completely full, must not be installed or stored in rooms or storage areas that are below ground level (cellars, etc.). It is advisable to keep only the cylinder being used in the room, positioned so that it is not subject to heat produced by external sources (ovens, fireplaces, stoves, etc. ) which could raise the temperature of the cylinder above 50°C.

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Adjacent cabinetry

The location of connection points is given in the table on page 5 . For trouble-free operation of appliances installed in housing units, the minimum distances shown in fig.4 should be observed. It is recommended that the adjacent kitchen surfaces should be capable of withstanding temperatures of 65°C. Also, the following must be observed:

•The appliance should be installed next to cabinetry which is no taller than the top of the cooker hob.

•The wall in direct contact with the back panel of the cooker must be made of non-flammable material. During operation of the cooker, the back panel of the cooker could reach a temperature of 50°C above room temperature.

•Kitchen cabinets installed next to the cooker that are higher than the top of the hob, must be at least 600 mm from the edge of the hob itself.

•If the hood is installed below a wall cabinet, the latter must be at least 700 mm (millimetres) above the surface of the hob.

•Cabinets installed adjacent to the hood must be at least 420 mm above the hob,

The following minimum clearances to combustible materials must be observed:

min.	600mm min.	min.	•	Minimum clearance from
700mm		420mm
			edge of burner to side wall
			must be 200 mm.
			•	Minimum clearance from
			edge of burner to rear wall
			must be 55 mm.

Range hoods

Range hoods and overhead exhaust fans must be installed according to manufacturers’ instructions but in no case shall clearance from hob burners be less than 600 mm for range hoods and 750 mm for overhead exhaust fans.

•If the hood is installed below a wall cabinet, the latter must be at least 700 mm (millimetres) above the surface of the hob.

Fitting the cooktop above an oven

When installing the cooktop above an oven, both the electricity supply cable and the gas pipe or flexible hose must not touch hot parts of the oven housing. When installing above a built-under oven without forced cooling ventilation, suitable air vents should be provided for (inlet at least 200 cm² from the bottom, outlet at least 120 cm² from the top part) to allow adequate ventilation inside the housing unit. Also a wooden panel should be installed beneath the hob as insulation, positioning it at a minimum distance of 15 mm from the hob housing

• The installation cavity should have the dimensions

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indicated in the figure. Fastening hooks are provided,

allowing you to fasten the hob to tops that are between

20 and 40 mm thick. To ensure the hob is securely

fastened to the top, we recommend you use all the

hooks provided.

555 mm

mm

55

475

mm

Hook fastening diagram

Hooking position	Hooking position
for top H=20 mm	for top H=30 mm

Hooking position for top H=40 mm

Front

Back

! Use the hooks contained in the “accessory pack”

•Where the hob is not installed over a built-in oven, a wooden panel must be installed as insulation. This must be placed at a minimum distance of 20 mm from the lower part of the hob.

Ventilation

To ensure adequate ventilation, the back panel of the cabinet must be removed. It is advisable to install the oven so that it rests on two strips of wood, or on a completely flat surface with an opening of at least 45 x 560 mm (see diagrams).

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Electrical connection

AUS	Hobs equipped with a three-pole power supply cable are
	designed to operate with alternating current at the voltage
	and frequency indicated on the data plate (this is located
	on the lower part of the appliance). The earth wire in the
	cable has a green and yellow cover. If the appliance is to
	be installed above a built-in electric oven, the electrical
	connection of the hob and the oven must be carried out
	separately, both for electrical safety purposes and to
	make extracting the oven easier.
	Connecting the supply cable to the mains
	Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load
	indicated on the data plate.
	The appliance must be directly connected to the mains
	using an omnipolar circuit-breaker with a minimum contact
	opening of 3 mm installed between the appliance and the
	mains. The circuit-breaker must be suitable for the charge
	indicated and must comply with current electrical
	regulations (the earthing wire must not be interrupted by the
	circuit-breaker). The supply cable must not come into
	contact with surfaces with temperatures higher than 50°C.
	! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical
	connection has been made and that it is compliant with
	safety regulations.
	Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that:
	•	The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with
		the law.
	•	The socket can withstand the maximum power of the
		appliance, which is indicated on the data plate.
	•	The voltage is in the range between the values
		indicated on the data plate.
	•	The socket is compatible with the plug of the
		appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the plug,
		ask an authorised technician to replace it. Do not use
		extension cords or multiple sockets.

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only (see Assistance).

! The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.

Gas connection

Check The Gas Type

! Before installation, check that the gas type (natural gas or Universal LPG) of the cooker is suitable for the gas type available to the installation. It is extremely dangerous to use the wrong gas type with any appliance, as fire or serious injury can result.

This cooker is supplied from the factory already set for Natural Gas. To convert the cooker to LPG (or back to Natural Gas from LPG), follow the directions later in this section.

Fit regulator supplied for Natural Gas (if applicable) at rear of appliance, and as close as practicable to the appliance.

It is recommended that an isolating valve and union be fitted, to enable simple disconnection for servicing. These are to be in an accessible location.

! Check that the pressure of the gas supply is consistent with the values indicated in Table 1 (“Burner and nozzle specifications”). This will ensure the safe operation and longevity of your appliance while maintaining efficient energy consumption.

Pipe or Hose Connection

This appliance is suitable for use with either a flexible connection or rigid copper connection. Either a rigid metal pipe with fittings in compliance with the standards in force must be used for connecting to the nipple union (threaded ½”G male fitting) situated at the rear of the appliance to the right (fig.8), or an approved flexible hose of class B or D.

Should it be necessary to turn the fitting, the gasket (supplied with the appliance) must be replaced.

If a flexible hose is used, it should be as short as possible with a maximum length of 1.2 metres;

•The flexible connection must be approved to class B or D of AS/NZS1869 as a minimum.

•it should not be bent, kinked or compressed;

•it should not be in contact with the rear wall of the appliance or in any case with parts which may reach a temperature of 50°C;

•it should not come into contact with pointed parts or sharp corners;

•it should not be subject to any pulling or twisting forces;

•it should be easy to inspect along its entire length in order to be able to check its condition.

•The supply connection point must be accessible with the appliance installed.

•The inner diameters of the pipe are as follows: 8 mm for LPG;

13 mm for Natural Gas.

Checking the tightness of the connection

Upon completion of installation, check the gas circuit, the internal connections and the taps for leaks using a soapy solution (never a flame). Also check that the connecting pipe cannot come into contact with moving parts which could damage or crush it. Make sure that the natural gas pipe is

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adequate for a sufficient supply to the appliance when all the burners are lit

Duplicate Data Plate

Where the data plate is obscured by cabinetry when the cooker is in the installed position, place a duplicate data plate on a surface of the cabinetry adjacent to the cooker.

Adapting to different types of gas

To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or on the packaging), the burner nozzles should be replaced as follows:

1.Remove the hob grids and slide the burners off their seats.

2.Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, and replace them with nozzles for the new type of gas (see table 1 “Burner and nozzle characteristics”).

3.Reassemble the parts following the above procedure in the reverse order.

4.Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used. Sticker are available from any of our Service Centres.

Replacing the Triple ring burner nozzles

1.Remove the pan supports and lift the burners out of their housing. The burner consists of two separate parts (see pictures).

2.Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner. Replace the nozzles with models that are configured for use with the new type of gas (see Table 1). The two nozzles have the same hole diameter.

3.Replace all the components by completing the above operations in reverse order.

• Adjusting the burners’ primary air : Does not require adjusting.

• Setting the burners to minimum:

1. Turn the tap to the low flame position.	AUS
2. Remove the knob and adjust
the adjustment screw, which is
positioned in or next to the tap
pin, until the flame is small but
steady.

3.Having adjusted the flame to the required low setting, while the burner is alight, quickly change the position of the knob from minimum to maximum and vice versa several times, checking that the flame does not go out.

4.Some appliances have a safety device (thermocouple) fitted. If the device fails to work when the burners are set to the low flame setting, increase this low flame setting using the adjusting screw.

5.Once the adjustment has been made, replace the seals on the by-passes using sealing wax or a similar substance.

!If the appliance is connected to liquid gas, the regulation screw must be fastened as tightly as possible.

!Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used. Stickers are available from any of our Service Centres.

!Should the gas pressure used be different (or vary slightly) from the recommended pressure, a suitable pressure regulator must be fitted to the inlet pipe (in order to comply with current national regulations).

Post Installation Checks

Perform post installation checks and ensure proper and safe operation before leaving. Test all burners individually and in combination.

Leak Check

•Ensure all gas control knobs are in the Off position.

•Ensure the gas supply is switched on.

•Spray a solution of soapy water onto all gas joints

as well as the full length of any flexible hoses. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES USE A NAKED FLAME IN CHECKING FOR LEAKS.

If bubbles appear anywhere, turn the gas supply off, check all connections and retest. If satisfactory operation cannot be achieved, contact place of purchase or their appointed agent for service.

Flame check

Turn each burner on, and ensure that the flame is blue with minimal yellow tipping. If there is significant yellow tipping, flame lift off or excessive

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		noise, check pressure and adjust at the regulator if
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		necessary.
		If satisfactory operation cannot be achieved, contact
		place of purchase or their appointed agent for
		service.
		Igniter operation
		Check that the igniter for each burner successfully
		ignites the gas.
		If an igniter fails to work, first remove the plug from
		the electrical power outlet, and then check that all
		the electrical connections are in place.
		If satisfactory operation cannot be achieved, contact
		place of purchase or their appointed agent for
		service.

Gas Consumption

Low flame setting

Check the low flame setting for each hob burner to ensure that the minimum flame will not be extinguished by air draughts.

•Light the burner.

•Turn the control until it engages in the minimum position.

•Ensure the flame is stable and will not be

extinguished by air draughts. To adjust the minimum flame:

Follow the procedure described in the gas conversion instruction.

DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE IN ANY WAY, OTHER THAN AS DESCRIBED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

		Natural Gas (1.0 kPa)			ULPG (2.75 kPa)
		Ø Injector (mm)	GC (MJ/hr)		Ø Injector (mm)	GC (MJ/hr)
Rapid Burner		1.24	7.8		0.80	9.0
Auxiliary Burner		0.85	3.6		0.50	3.3
Semi Rapid Burners		1.10	6.0		0.64	5.5
Wok Burner		1.19 (x2)	13.5		0.70 (x2)	13.0
Total			30.9			30.8
Gas Connection
Gas Inlet fitting	1/2” BSP (male) thread
Location of gas inlet	40 mm from rear edge
	40 mm fro

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R TC

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PC 640 T X AUS

PC 640 N T X AUS

! The product was tested in accordance with AS4551 standard

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	Gas Consumption
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			Natural Gas (1.0 kPa)				ULPG (2.75 kPa)
			Ø Injector (mm)	GC (MJ/hr)		Ø Injector (mm)			GC (MJ/hr)
	Rapid Burner		1.24	7.8		0.80			9.0
	Auxiliary Burner		0.85	3.6		0.50			3.3
	Semi Rapid Burner (x2)		1.10	6.0		0.64			5.5
	Wok Burner		1.19 (x2)	13.5		0.70 (x2)			13.0
	Total			36.9					36.3
	Gas Connection
	Gas Inlet fitting	1/2” BSP (male) thread
	Location of gas inlet	40 mm from rear edge
		40 mm fro

R S

TC

A S

PC 750 T GH AUS

! The product was tested in accordance with AS4551 standard

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Description of the appliance

Overall view

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GAS BURNERS

Support Grid for

COOKWARE

Control Knobs for

GAS BURNERS

GAS BURNERS

Support Grid for

COOKWARE

Control Knobs for

GAS BURNERS

SAFETY

DEVICES *	Ignition for

GAS BURNERS *

•GAS BURNERS differ in size and power. Use the diameter of the cookware to choose the most appropriate burner to cook with.

•Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS adjust the size of the flame.

•GAS BURNER ignition* enables a specific burner to be lit automatically.

•SAFETY DEVICE* stops the gas flow if the flame is accidentally extinguished.

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Start-up and use

! The position of the corresponding gas burner is shown on every knob.

Gas burners

Each burner can be adjusted to one of the following settings using the corresponding control knob:

•Off

Maximum

Minimum

To light one of the burners, hold a lit match or lighter near the burner and, at the same time, press down and turn the corresponding knob anti-clockwise to the maximum setting.

Since the burner is fitted with a safety device, the knob should be pressed for approximately 2-3 seconds to allow the automatic device keeping the flame alight to heat up.

When using models with an ignition button, light the desired burner pressing down the corresponding knob as far as possible and turning it anticlockwise towards the maximum setting.

! If a flame is accidentally extinguished, turn off the control knob and wait for at least 1 minute before trying to relight it.

To switch off the burner, turn the knob in a clockwise direction until it stops (when reaches the “•” position).

Practical advice on using the burners

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To ensure the burners operate efficiently:

•Use appropriate cookware for each burner (see table) so that the flames do not extend beyond the bottom of the cookware.

•Always use cookware with a flat base and a cover.

•When the contents of the pan reach boiling point, turn the knob to minimum.

Burner			Ø Cookware Diameter (cm)
Rapid (R)			24 - 26
Semi-Rapid (S)			16 - 20
Auxiliary (A)			10 - 14
Triple Crown (TC)			24 - 26
Pans to be used on 60 cm hobs
Burner			Ø Cookware Diameter (cm)
Rapid (R)			24 - 26
Semi-Rapid (S)			16 - 20
Auxiliary (A)			10 - 14
Triple Crown (TC)			24 - 26
Pans to be used on 75 cm hobs

To identify the type of burner, refer to the designs in the section entitled, "Burner and Nozzle Specifications".

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Precautions and tips

! This appliance has been designed and manufactured AUS in compliance with international safety standards. The

following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully.

General safety

•This is a class 3 built-in appliance.

•Gas appliances require regular air exchange to maintain efficient operation. When installing the hob, follow the instructions provided in the paragraph on “Positioning” the appliance.

•These instructions are only valid for the countries whose symbols appear in the manual and on the serial number plate.

•The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

•The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and storms.

•Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or damp hands and feet.

•The appliance must be used by adults only for the preparation of food, in accordance with the instructions outlined in this booklet. Any other use of the appliance (e.g. for heating the room) constitutes improper use and is dangerous. The manufacturer may not be held liable for any damage resulting from improper, incorrect and unreasonable use of the appliance.

•Ensure that the power supply cables of other electrical appliances do not come into contact with the hot parts of the oven.

•The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of heat must never be covered.

•Always make sure the knobs are in the “”/“” position when the appliance is not in use.

•When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.

•Never carry out any cleaning or maintenance work without having detached the plug from the mains.

•In case of malfunction, under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance. Contact a Service Centre (see Assistance).

•Always make sure that pan handles are turned towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid accidental burns.

•Do not close the glass cover (if present) when the gas burners are still hot.

•Do not use unstable or deformed pans.

•Remove any liquid from the lid before opening it.

•The appliance should not be operated by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, by inexperienced individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These individuals should, at the very least, be supervised by someone who assumes responsibility for their safety or receive preliminary instructions relating to the operation of the appliance.

•Do not let children play with the appliance.

•The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remotecontrol system.

Safety Warnings

•Do not use or store flammable materials near this appliance.

•Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.

•Do not modify this appliance.

•Not suitable for operation with aftermarket lids or covers fitted.

•Where this appliance is installed in marine craft or in caravans,it shall not be used as a space heater.

Disposal

•When disposing of packaging material: observe local legislation so that the packaging may be reused.

•The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers may take their old appliance to public waste collection areas, other communal collection areas, or if national legislation allows return it to a retailer when purchasing a similar new product.

All major household appliance manufacturers are active in the creation of systems to manage the collection and disposal of old appliances.

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Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off

Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it.

Cleaning the appliance

!Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface beyond repair.

!Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance.

•It is usually enough to wash the hob with a damp sponge and dry it with absorbent kitchen roll.

•The removable parts of the burners should be washed frequently with warm water and soap and any burnt-on substances removed.

•For hobs which ligth automatically, the terminal part of the electronic instant lighting devices should be cleaned frequently and the gas outlet holes should be checked for blockages.

•Stainless steel can be marked by hard water that has been left on the surface for a long time, or by aggressive detergents containing phosphorus.

After cleaning, rinse and dry any remaining drops of water.

Gas tap maintenance

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Over time, the taps may become jammed or difficult to turn. If this happens, the tap must be replaced.

! This procedure must be performed by a qualified technician authorised by the manufacturer.

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