Baumatic BHC607SS User Manual

BHC607/SS 60 cm Front

touch control ceramic

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User Manual for your Baumatic

BHC607/SS

60 cm Front touch control 4

hyperspeed zone ceramic hob

NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important

information, including safety & installation points, which will

enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.

GS 12/08/11

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Contents

Environmental note 4
Important safety information 5 – 8
Specifications 8 – 10

Product and aperture dimensions 8
Product specifications 8
Electrical details 9
Ceramic hob surface layout 9
Control panel layout 10

Using the ceramic hob 10 - 17
Before first use 10
Touch controls 11
Switching the hob on 11
Switching on a cooking zone and setting a power lev el 12
Switching off a cooking zone gradually 12
Switching the hob off 12
Switching on a dual circuit cooking zone 13
Switching off a dual circuit’s outer section 13
Residual heat indicator 13
Locking the hob top 14
Safety cut-off 14
The hob timer (countdown mode) 15
The hob timer (linked to a cooking zone mode) 16
Hob guidelines 16 - 17

Cleaning and maintenance 18 - 19
Cleaning the ceramic hob top 18
After each use 18
Cleaning table 18
Using a ceramic hob scraper 19
Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner 19

Installation 19 - 25
Positioning 20
Unpacking the appliance 20
Installing the appliance 21 - 22
Electrical connection 22 - 23
Connecting the mains supply cable 23 – 24
Replacing the mains supply cable 25

My appliance isn’t working correctly 25 – 27
Contact details 28

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Environmental note

o The packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally

friendly and can be recycled.

o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the

environment.

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Important safety information

Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you
are unsure of any of the information contained in this
booklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Line.

General Information

o This appliance is designed for domestic household use and for

the cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.

o IMPORTANT: The adjacent furniture and all materials used in

the installation must be able to withstand a minimum
temperature of 85°C above the ambient temperature of the
room it is located in, whilst in use.

o Certain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are

particularly prone to heat damage or discolouration at
temperatures below the guidelines given above.

o Any damage caused by the appliance being installed in

contravention of this temperature limit, will be the liability of

the owner.

o Your new appliance is guaranteed against electrical or

mechanical defects, subject to certain exclusions that are noted
in Baumatic’s Conditions Of Guarantee. The foregoing does not
affect your statutory rights.

o The use of this appliance for any other purpose or in any other

environment without the express agreement of Baumatic Ltd.
will invalidate any warranty or liability claim.

o You should not use this appliance to store items on or as a work

surface.

o No modifications to the appliance are permitted by Baumatic Ltd.
o You should not store or place flammable or highly flammable

liquids/materials on top of or near the appliance. Items made
from aluminium, plastic or plastic film should also be kept away
from the appliance, as they may fuse to the surface.

o Repairs may only be carried out by Baumatic service

engineers or their authorised service agent.

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Child Safety

o Baumatic strongly recommend that babies and young children

are prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowed
to touch the appliance at any time. During and after use, all
surfaces will become hot.

o If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the

kitchen, please ensure that they are kept under close supervision
at all times.

o Older children should only be allowed to utilise the appliance

when supervised.

General Safety

The appliance should only be installed and connected by a

suitably qualified person.

Care should be taken to ensure that the units and work surfaces

that you build the appliance into, meet with the relevant
standards.

If you notice any scratches, splits or cracks in the ceramic glass,

you should immediately switch off the appliance and disconnect
it from your mains supply. Otherwise there is the risk of electric
shock occurring.

During use

Any film or stickers that are present on the hob surface when it

is delivered should be removed before use.

Care should be taken when utilising the appliance, otherwise

there is a risk of burns being caused.

o You should not allow the electrical connection cables to come

into contact with the hob surface when it is hot or any hot
cookware.

o If fat and oil overheats, then it can ignite extremely quickly. For

this reason, when cooking with fat and oil the appliance should
not be left unattended.

Make sure that all of the cooking zones are switched off after

use.

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Cleaning

o Cleaning of the hob should be carried out on a regular basis.
o IMPORTANT: Before attempting to clean the appliance, it

should be disconnected from the mains and allowed to cool.

o Great care should be taken whilst using this appliance and when

following the cleaning procedure.

o You should not use a steam jet or any other high pressure

cleaning equipment to clean the appliance.

Installation

This appliance must be correctly installed by a
suitably qualified person, strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Please see
the specific section of this booklet that refers to
installation.

o Baumatic Ltd. declines any responsibility for injury or

damage, to person or property, as a result of improper
use or installation of this appliance.

Declaration of conformity

This appliance complies with the following European Directives:

-2006/95/CE General regulations / Low tension

-1935/2004/CE 90/128/EEC This appliance is suitable to come in
contact with food

-2004/108/CE Electromagnetic compatibility
o The manufacturer declares that the hob is built using certified

materials and requires the appliance to be installed in
accordance with the standards currently in force. This appliance
must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only.

To avoid damaging your appliance

o The ceramic glass can be damaged by objects falling onto it.
o The ceramic glass edge can be damaged by knocks from

cookware.

o Cast iron and cast aluminium cookware with damaged bases

may scratch the ceramic surface if they are dragged across it.

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o Pans should be lifted on and off the hob surface and not

dragged.

o Cooking zones should not be switched on without cookware

placed on it. Also the cookware should not be empty.

Specifications

BHC607

Product dimensions

Depth: 520 mm
Width: 590 mm
Height: 55 mm

Aperture dimensions

Depth: 495 mm
Width: 565 mm

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BHC607SS

Product dimensions

Depth: 524 mm
Width: 594 mm

Aperture dimensions

Depth: 495 mm
Width: 565 mm

Height: 55 mm

Product specifications:

o 1 x 1.00/2.20 kW double hyperspeed zone (Ø 140/220 mm)
o 1 x 1.10/2.00 kW oval hyperspeed zone (Ø 165/270 mm)
o 2 x 1.20 kW hyperspeed zones (Ø 165 mm)
o Front touch control operation
o 4 individual residual heat indicators
o Safety lock
o Timer
o Frameless (BHC607)
o Stainless steel frame (BHC607SS)

Standard accessories

o Ceramic hob scraper

Electrical details

Rated Voltage: 230 Vac 50 Hz
Supply Connection: 30 A (double pole switched fused

outlet with 3mm contact gap)

Max Rated Inputs: 6.6 kW
Mains Supply Lead: 3 core x 6 mm² (not supplied)

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For future reference please record the following information which can
be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be
found on your sales invoice. The rating plate of your hob is located on
the underneath of the appliance. Therefore it is a good idea to record
this information before you install your appliance.

Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
Date of Purchase ……………………………….

Ceramic hob surface layout

A = 1.10/2.00 kW oval hyperspeed zone (Ø 165/270 mm)
B = 1.20 kW hyperspeed zone (Ø 165 mm)
C = 1.00/2.20 kW double hyperspeed zone (Ø 140/220 mm)
D = Control panel

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Control panel layout

1. Safety lock button

2. Cooking zone indicator

3. Cooking zone minus button (x 4)

4. Cooking zone plus button (x 4)

5. Timer minus button

6. Timer display

7. Timer plus button

8. Dual circuit ON/OFF button

9. ON/OFF button

Using the ceramic hob

Before first use

IMPORTANT: You should clean the ceramic hob surface (see
“Cleaning and maintenance” section).

o You should switch on one cooking zone at a time, for 5 minutes

at the maximum setting. This will help to eliminate any new
smell that exists and evaporate any humidity that has formed on
the heating elements during transit.

o Do not burn off more than one zone at once.
o You must place a saucepan filled half full with cold water on

each cooking zone as you burn it off.

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Touch controls

o All operations are performed by means of the touch controls that

can be found on the control panel.

o Each touch control has a visual display that corresponds to it.
o Every time you press a touch control, an acoustic signal will

sound.

Switching the hob on

o Press the ON/OFF button (9)

o The cooking zone indicators (2) will all read

“-”.

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Switching on a cooking zone and setting a power level
IMPORTANT: A cooking zone must be selected within 1 minute of

switching the hob on.

o Press the plus (4) button for the cooking zone

that you want to use.

o Adjust the cooking zone between power levels 1

and 9, using the plus (4) and minus (3)
buttons.

Switching off a cooking zone gradually

o Press the minus button (3) until the number in

the cooking zone indicator (2) reaches “0”.
After a few seconds, the zone will switch off
automatically.

o An “H” will show in the cooking zone indicator

(6) until the temperature of the zone falls
below 60°C (see the section on the “residual
heat indicator” for further information).

Switching the hob off

Once you have switched off all of the cooking zones, you should switch
off the hob.

o Press the ON/OFF button (9).
o It is possible to switch the hob off at any time by

pressing the ON/OFF button (9).

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Switching on a dual circuit cooking zone

The dual circuit cooking zones have two cooking areas that you can
use, a central section and an outer section. You can use the central
section (A) independently or both sections (B) at once.

o Use the plus (4) or minus (3) buttons of the dual circuit cooking

zone that you wish to use and select a power level.

o The central section of the duel circuit cooking zone will switch

on.

o If you wish to also activate the outer section of a duel circuit

zone, you should press the dual circuit ON/OFF button (8).

Switching off a dual circuit’s outer section

o Both zones of the dual circuit most be switched on.
o Press the dual circuit ON/OFF button (8) and the outer section

will switch off.

Residual heat indicator

o After a zone is switched off, the corresponding

cooking zone indicator (2) will show a flashing
letter “H”. This means that the temperature of the
zone is over 60°C and is therefore still high enough
to cause injury.

o When the temperature of the zone falls below 60°C, then the

letter “H” will go out.

o IMPORTANT: The residual heat indicator will disappear if the

mains supply to the product is cut.

o IT IS STILL POSSIBLE TO BURN YOURSELF ON A HOB

ZONE, EVEN WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OF IT HAS
DROPPED BELOW 60°C.

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Locking the hob top

o The whole hob top can be locked by pressing

the safety lock button (1) whilst the appliance
is turned on.

o The timer display (6) will show “L0” to

indicate that the safety lock feature has been
activated.

o When the safety lock has been switched on, it will disable any of

the other buttons on the control panel, apart from the ON/OFF
button (9).

o To disable the safety lock feature, you should press the safety

lock button (1) again. The “L0” symbol will disappear from the
timer display (6) and you are then able to adjust the power of
any cooking zone on the hob top.

Safety cut-off

o If one or more of the cooking zones are accidentally left on, a

safety cut off will activate after a certain period of time. The
length of time depends on the power level that a zone or zones
have been set on.

LEVEL TIME LIMIT

1 - 3 8 hours
4 – 6 4 hours
7 – 9 2 hours

o If more than one cooking zone is operating when one of the

zones reaches its safety cut-off point, only the zone which has
reached its safety cut off point will switch off.

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The hob timer (countdown mode)

Your hob has a timer which will countdown a period of time between 1
and 99 minutes. At the end of the countdown period an audible signal
will sound.

o Use the timer plus (7) and minus buttons (5) to set the

countdown time.

o The timer display (6) will show the countdown time that is being

set.

o The timer display will increase in 1 minute intervals each time

the timer plus button is pressed. If you press and hold the timer
plus button, then the timer display will increase in 10 minute
intervals.

o After releasing the timer buttons, the timer display will continue

to flash for 5 seconds and then the countdown will begin
immediately.

o At the end of the countdown time an audible signal will sound for

30 seconds and the timer display will show “--“

o WARNING: Any cooking zones which are switched on will

still remain active after the countdown period has
elapsed. You will need to switch the cooking zone and hob
off manually, in the normal manner.

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The hob timer (linked to a cooking zone mode)

o Press the ON/OFF button (9)
o The cooking zone indicators (2) will all read “-”.
o Press the plus (4) button for the cooking zone that you want to

use.

o Adjust the cooking zone between power levels 1 and 9, using the

plus (4) and minus (3) buttons.

o IMMEDIATELY use the timer plus (7) and minus buttons (5) to

set the countdown time.

o The timer display (6) will show the countdown time that is being

set.

o After releasing the timer buttons, the timer display will continue

to flash for 5 seconds and then the countdown will begin
immediately.

o A neon will indicate which of the cooking zones have been linked

to the countdown time.

o At the end of the countdown time an audible signal will sound for

30 seconds and the timer display will show “--“. The cooking
zone that was linked to the countdown time will switch off
automatically.

o WARNING: Any of the other cooking zones which are

switched on will still remain active after the countdown
period has elapsed. You will need to switch the other
cooking zones and hob off manually, in the normal
manner.

Hob guidelines

o The first few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid,

burning smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated
use.

o The hob surface is fitted with cooking areas of different diametre

and power.

o The positions where the heat will radiate from are clearly marked

on the hob top. The saucepans must be positioned exactly on
these zones for efficient heating to occur. Pans should have the
same diametre as the cooking zone that they are being used on.

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o You should not use saucepans with rough bottoms, as this can

scratch the ceramic surface.

o Before use, make sure that the bottoms of the saucepans are

clean and dry.

o When cold, the bottom of the pans should be slightly concave, as

they expand when hot and lie flat on the surface of the hob. This
will allow the heat to transfer more easily.

o The best thickness for the bottom of the pans is 2 – 3 mm of

enamelled steel and 4 – 6 mm for stainless steel with sandwich
type bottoms.

o If these rules are not followed, then there will be a great loss of

heat and energy. Heat not absorbed by the saucepan, will spread
to the hob, frame and surrounding cabinets.

o Preferably cover pans with a lid to permit cooking at a lower

heat.

o Always cook vegetables and potatoes, etc. in as little water to

reduce cooking times.

o Food or liquid that has high sugar content may damage the hob

top if it comes into contact with the ceramic hob surface. Any
spillages should be wiped up immediately, however this may not
prevent the hob surface from becoming damaged.

o IMPORTANT: The ceramic hob surface is tough; however it is

not unbreakable and can be damaged. Especially if pointed or
hard objects are allowed to fall on it with some force.

o DO NOT USE THE HOB IF THE SURFACE BECOMES BROKEN

OR CRACKED. YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE BAUMATIC
CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.

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Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning operations must only be carried out
when the hob is cool.

The appliance should be disconnected from your
mains supply before commencing any cleaning
process.

Cleaning the ceramic hob top

Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning
agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with
warm water mixed with a little washing up liquid.

Abrasive cleaners or sharp objects will damage the hob surface;
you should clean it using warm water mixed with a little washing
up liquid.

Although it is easier to clean some deposits whilst the hob
surface is still warm. You should take care not to burn yourself if
cleaning the hob surface when it is still warm.

After each use

o Wipe the appliance over with a damp cloth.
o Dry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.

Cleaning table

Type of deposit Remove

immediately?

Sugar or
food/liquid
containing sugar
Tin foil or plastic Yes No Ceramic hob

Fat splashes No Yes Ceramic hob

Metallic
discolourations
Water splashes or
water rings

Yes No Ceramic hob

No Yes Ceramic hob

No Yes Ceramic hob

Remove

when the

appliance

has cooled

down?

What should I
use to remove

the deposit?

scraper

scraper

cleaner

cleaner

cleaner

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Using a ceramic hob scraper

Your appliance will be provided with a hob scraper. The following
guidelines should also be followed when using the ceramic hob
scraper:-

o The scraper should be placed on the ceramic surface at an angle.
o Residues should be removed by sliding the blade carefully over

the ceramic surface.

o The ceramic surface should be wiped with a damp cloth that has

been placed in warm water mixed with a small amount of
washing up liquid.

o Dry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.

Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner

It is possible to purchase a specialist ceramic hob cleaner/conditioner.
You should follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the

specialist ceramic hob cleaner. You should ensure that it is suitable for
use on your appliance.

Installation

The installation must be carried out by a suitably
qualified person, in accordance with the current
version of the following.

o UK Regulations and Safety Standards or their European

Norm Replacements.

o Building Regulations (issued by the Department of the

Environment).

o Building Standards (issued by the Scottish Development

Department).

o IEE Wiring Regulations.
o Electricity At Work Regulations.

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Positioning

The adjacent furniture must be able to withstand a
minimum temperature rise of 85°C above the ambient
temperature of the room it is located in, during
periods of use.

This appliance is classified as Class 3 and therefore is to be built into a
kitchen unit (depending on size) or 600 mm worktop that is at least 30
mm thick. The following minimum clearance distances must be
observed:-

o 700 mm between the hob surface and the underside of any

horizontal surface above it.

o 50 mm clearance around the sides and front of the appliance.
o 55 mm clearance between the back of the hob surface and the

wall behind it.

o If the hob is positioned so that the right or left hand side of the

appliance will be near to the edge of a kitchen unit. There must
be a gap of at least 150 mm between the side of the hob and the
vertical surface of the kitchen unit.

Unpacking the appliance

When unpacking the appliance please check that the following items
are contained within the packaging:-

1 Baumatic hob
1 Ceramic hob scraper
1 Installation and instruction manual
1 Baumatic guarantee card
4 Fixing brackets
4 Fixing screws
1 Sealing strip

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Installing the appliance

BHC607

BHC607SS

o Cut a hole in the worktop that corresponds with the relevant

drawing shown above.

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o IMPORTANT: You must observe

the ventilation requirements
shown in the drawing opposite.

o IMPORTANT: There are ventilation

holes around the outside of the hob.
YOU MUST ensure that these holes are
not blocked by the work top, when you
put the hob into position (see drawing
opposite).

o Carefully turn the hob upside down and

place it on a cushioned mat.

o IMPORTANT: Do not use a silicon sealant

to seal the appliance against the aperture.
This will make it difficult to remove the hob
from the aperture in future, particularly if it
needs to be serviced.

o Carefully turn the hob back over and then gently lower it into the

aperture hole that you have cut out.

o There are holes on the base or the sides of the hob that you can

fix the four brackets to. There are three holes in each one of the
brackets.

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o You should place the

bracket on the underneath
of the hob, in a position
that is appropriate for the
aperture that you have cut
out. Using the screws
provided, fix the bracket
to the hob. These screws
MUST be securely
tightened.

Electrical connection

This appliance must be installed by a qualified
person in accordance with the latest edition of the
I.E.E. Regulations and in compliance with Baumatic’s
instructions.

Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the supply voltage
marked on the rating plate corresponds with your mains supply
voltage.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

o The appliance must be wired into a 30 A double pole switched

fused spur outlet, having 3 mm contact separation and placed in
an easily accessible position adjacent to the appliance. It should
not be located above the appliance and no more than 1.25m
away from it.

o The spur outlet must still be accessible even when your hob is

located in its operating position.

o Cable type: H05 RRF 3 core x 6 mm²

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Connecting the mains supply cable

o The mains terminal block is located on the underside of the hob

and the terminals are accessible by removing the terminal block
cover by removing the cover screw.

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o The cable connections must be in accordance with the diagram

located on the bottom of the hob (see above).

o You should use a good quality screwdriver to carefully, fully

tighten ALL of the terminal screws.

o If when the hob is first switched on, only two of the zones

work, you should recheck that the terminal screws are all
fully tightened. This should be done before contacting the
Customer Care Department.

o IMPORTANT: The appliance must NOT be connected to the

mains supply by means of a 13A plug and socket.

o The cable can be looped if necessary, but make sure that is not

kinked or trapped when the hob is in position. Care must be
taken to avoid the cable being in contact with hot parts of the
appliance.

Replacing the mains supply cable

If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced by an
appropriate replacement.

The mains supply cable should be replaced in accordance with the
following instructions:

o Switch the appliance off at the socket.
o Open the terminal block on the underside of the hob.
o Unscrew the terminal screws fixing the cable.
o Replace the cable with one of the same length and in accordance

with the specification given on page 22.

o The “green-yellow” earth wire must be connected to the terminal

marked
neutral wires.

o The “blue” neutral wire must be connected to the terminal

marked with letter (N) - the live wire must be connected to the
terminal marked with letter (L).

. It must be about 10 mm longer than the live and

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My appliance isn’t working correctly

o The cooking zones are not functioning or will not switch

on.

* It has been more than 1 minute since the appliance was

switched on. You should switch the appliance back on again,
using the ON/OFF button and then switch on a cooking zone.

* The safety lock has been switched on (see the “Locking the hob

top” section for information on how to switch off the safety lock).

* Several cooking zone selection buttons have been pressed at

once. You should only try to switch on one cooking zone at once.

* The safety cut out has been triggered. Press the ON/OFF button

to reset the hob.

* Check that the mains electrical supply to the appliance is correct

and working. Check the mains fuse.

o The residual heat indicator has not come on after I have

switched a cooking zone off.

* The cooking zone has only been turned on for a short period of

time; therefore it did not go above 60°C.

* IMPORTANT: If the cooking zone does appear to be hotter than

60°C and the residual heat indicator has not come on, you
should call the Customer Care Department.

o A humming sound is heard when a cooking zone is

selected.

* This is normal; the sound will disappear when the zone heats up.

o The cooking zones have become discoloured.
* This maybe caused by burnt on remnants of food. This will not

affect the working of the appliance. However you should make
sure that the cleaning instructions are being followed regularly.

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IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be
operating correctly, then you should disconnect it
from your mains supply and then contact
Baumatic Customer Care on telephone number
[phone].

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE
YOURSELF.

Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is
under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an
appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out
charge.

The appliance must be accessible for the engineer to perform
any necessary repair. If your appliance is installed in such a
way that an engineer is concerned that damage will be caused
to the appliance or your kitchen, then he will not complete a
repair.

This includes situations where appliances have been tiled in,
sealed in with sealant, have wooden obstructions placed in
front of the appliance, like plinths. Or any installation other
than the one specified by Baumatic Ltd. has been completed.

Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the
warranty card that you receive with the appliance.

IMPORTANT: Baumatic Ltd. operates a policy of continuous
improvement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its
products without prior notification.

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United Kingdom

Baumatic Ltd.,
Baumatic Buildings,
6 Bennet Road,
Reading, Berkshire
RG2 0QX
United Kingdom

Sales Telephone

[phone]

Sales Fax

[phone]

Customer Care Telephone

[phone]

Customer Care Fax

[phone]

Spares Telephone

[phone]

Advice Line Telephone

[phone]

E-mail:

[e-mail]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]

Website:

www.baumatic.co.uk

Republic of Ireland

Service Telephone

1-890 812 724

Spares Telephone

091 756 771

Czech Republic

Baumatic CR spol s.r.o.
Lípovà 665
460 01 Liberec 4
Czech Republic

[phone]
www.baumatic.cz

Slovakia

Baumatic Slovakia, s.r.o.
Galvániho 7/D
Slovakia

[phone]

Germany

Baumatic Gmbh
Lilienthalstrasse 1
320 52 Herford
Deutschland

[phone]
www.baumatic.de

Italy

Baumatic Italia S.R.L.
Via Galvani N.3
35011 Campodarsego (PD)

[phone]
www.baumatic.it

Holland

Baumatic Benelux B.V.
Grindzuigerstraat 22
1333 MS ALMERE
Nederland

[phone]
www.baumatic.nl

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