Ariston PF750AST User Manual

User Instruction Book

for

ARISTON GAS HOB

Model PF750AST(GH)

00550922

Congratualtions on choosing an Ariston appliance, which you will find is dependable and easy to use . W e recommend that you read this manual for best performance and to extend the life of your appliance . Thank you.

Close-up View

A. Gas Burners B. Support Grid for Cookware C. Control Knobs for Gas Burners and Electric Hot

Plate

D. Ignitor for Gas Burners (only on certain models) E. Ignition Button for Gas Burners (only on certain

models)

How T o Use Y our Appliance

F. Safety Device (only on certain models) - Activates if

the flame accidentally goes out (spills, drafts, etc.),

interrupting the delivery of gas to the burner. G. Electric Hot Plate (only on certain models) H. Indicator Light for Electric Hot Plate (only on certain

models)

The position of the corresponding gas burner or electric hot plate (if present) is indicated on each control knob.

Gas Burners

The burners differ in size and power. Choose the most appropriate one for the diameter of the cookware being used. The burner can be regulated with the corresonding control knob by using one of the following settings:

• Off High

Low

T o turn on one of the b urners, place a lighted match or lighter near the burner, press the knob all the way in and turn it anti-clockwise to the "High" setting. On those models fitted with a safety device (F), the knob must be pressed in for about 6 seconds until the device that keeps the flame lit warms up .

On those models fitted with an ignitor (D), the "E" ignition button, identified b y the symbol, must fir st be pressed and then the corresponding knob pushed

all the way in and turned anti-clockwise to the "High" setting.

Some models are equipped with an ignition button incorporated into the control knob. If this is the case, the ignitor (D) is present, but not the "E" button.

T o light a burner , simply press the corresponding knob all the way in and then turn it anti-clockwise to the "High" setting, keeping it pressed in until the burner lights. Caution: If the burner accidently goes out, turn off the

gas on the control knob and wait at least 1 minute before you try to to light it again. T o turn off a burner , turn the knob clockwise until it stops (it should be on the “•” setting).

The “separate double flame” burner (only on some models) This burner consists of two concentric burners which can operate either together or separately. Use of the double flame on the maximum setting gives a very high power which reduces cooking times with respect to conventional burners. Moreover the double flame cro wn provides a more uniform distribution of heat on the bottom of the pan, when using both burners on minimum. Pots and pans of all sizes can be used. In the case of the smaller pots and pans we recommend the use of only the internal burner. There is a separate control knob for each of the “separate double flame” burners.

The knob marked by the symbol operates the external burner;

The knob marked by the symbol operates the internal

burner. To turn on one of the rings, press the relative knob in all the

way and turn it anti-clockwise to the high setting . The burner is fitted with an electronic igniter that automatically starts when the knob is pressed in. Since the burner is equipped with a safety device "F", after lighting the burner keep the knob pressed in for about 6 seconds to allow the device which keeps the flame lit automatically to heat up. The selected burner can be regulated using the corresponding knob, as f ollows:

• Off High

Low

T o turn off a burner , turn the knob clockwise until it stops (it should be on the “•” setting).

How to Keep Your Hob in Shape

Electric Hot Plate (only on certain models)

The hot plate can be: "normal" and "fast". The latter can be identified by a red boss in the center of the hot plate itself. The hot plate can be regulated by turning the corresponding knob in the clockwise or counter-clockwise direction to any one of the 6 different settings:

0 Off 1 Low 2-5 Medium 6 High

The section entitled, "Practical Cooking Advise", provides information on the recommended settings for various types of food or cooking processes. When the knob is on any of the settings other than "Off", the "H" operating light comes on.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply.

To extend the life of the hob, it is absolutely indispensable that it be cleaned carefully and thoroughly on a frequent basis, keeping in mind the following:

· Do not use steam equipment to clean the appliance.

• The enamelled parts and the glass top, if present, must

be washed with warm water without using abrasive powders or corrosive substances which could ruin them;

• The removable parts of the burners should be washed

frequently with warm water and soap, making sure to remove caked-on substances;

• On hobs with automatic ignition, the end of the

electronic ignition device must be cleaned carefully and frequently, making sure that the gas holes are not clogged;

• The electric hobs should be cleaned using a damp cloth and then rubbed with oil while still warm;

• Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact with highly calcareous water or aggressive detergents (containing phosphorous) for an extended period of time. It is recommended that these parts be rinsed thoroughly with water and then dried well. It is also a good idea to clean up any spills.

Greasing the Taps

The taps may jam in time or they ma y become difficult to turn. If so , the tap itself m ust be replaced.

N.B.: This operation m ust be performed by a technician authorised by the manufacturer.

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