Instructions for Installation and Use
Ceramic Hobs
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.
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Using Your Hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Something Wrong ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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.
The appliance is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted
for use in any other installation.
* The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance:
(a) Has been used solely in accordance with the Users Instruction Book.
(b) Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the rating
plate attached to this equipment.
(c) Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by
any person other than the authorised employee or agent.
(d) Has been correctly installed.
Disposal of your product
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and
safely. Remove all doors and lids (where fitted). Remove the mains cable (where fitted)
by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a
condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply.
To help the environment Local Authority instructions should be followed for the
disposal of you product.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:
Electromagnetic Compatibility Low Voltage Equipment
89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC
92/31/EEC 93/68/EEC
93/68/EEC
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Safety Information
When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
there are certain precautions that must be observed.
Always
● Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time.
● Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
● Turn controls off when not in use.
● Always place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the
edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplate/pans.
●
Always take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.
● Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch and allow the appliance to cool before
cleaning.
● Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.
●
Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of
bacterial growth.
● Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
● Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.
● Always turn off the appliance at the wall switch should any glass panel (if fitted) crack or
shatter and then DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE until repaired.
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Safety Information
Never
● Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will
be hot during and after its use.
● Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
●
Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.
● Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.
● Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to
burst.
● Never store chemicals/food stuffs,pressurised container in or on the appliance,or in cabinets
immediately above or next to the appliance.
● Never place flammable or plastic items on or near the hob.
● Never fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1/3 full of oil, or use a lid. DO NOT LEAVE
UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
● Never use the appliance as a room heater.
● Never dry any items on the hob.
● Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.
● Never use steam cleaners.
Safety Advice In Case Of A Chip-Pan Fire
In the event of a chip pan fire or any other pan fire.
1. TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH.
2. COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH, this will smother the flames and
extinguish the fire.
3.
LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60 MINUTES BEFORE
caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it.
MOVING IT. Injuries are often
NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force
of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over.
Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires.
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Choice Of Utensils
Every Electric Hob deserves the right choice of utensils. We recommend for optimum
performance the use of good quality utensils.
Using Your Hob
PANS SHOULD NOT:
Be concave
(bowed in)
Be convex
(bowed out)
Be rimmed
Be deeply ridged
Always ✓
● Use good quality flat-based
cookware on all electric heat
sources.
● Ensure pans have clean, dry
bases before use.
● Ensure pans match size of
heating area.
● Remember good quality pans
retain heat well, so generally
only a low or medium heat is
necessary.
● Ensure pan handles are
positioned safely and away from
heat sources.
● Lift pans, do not drag.
● Use pan lids except when frying.
● Deal with spillage immediately
but with care.
Never ✗
● Use gauze, metal pan diffusers,
asbestos mats and stands e.g.
Wok stands – they can cause
overheating.
● Use utensils with skirts or rims
e.g.buckets and some kettles.
● Use badly dented or distorted
pans.
● Leave an element switched on
when not cooking.
● Cook food directly on the
hotplate.
● Drag or slide utensils across
the hob surface.
● Place large preserving pans or
fish kettles across two
hotplates.
● Place plastic vessels or utensils
on a hot hob.
But essentially Flat
✓
● Use the hob as an area for
storage
✗
Always place pans
centrally on the
hotplate
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THE BEST COMBINATIONS
This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for different types of hobs and
cookers. Remember pans should be good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any
further information refer to manufacturers’instructions.
Saucepan Types Suitability
Aluminium ✓
Stainless steel with single layer copper base ✓
Stainless steel with sandwich bases of ✓
aluminium and stainless or aluminium and copper.
Enamelled steel ✓
Enamelled Aluminium ✓
Enamelled based cast iron ✓ With Care
Cast Iron ✗
Copper ✗
Toughened glass or ceramic / glass / pottery Not Recommended
Mild steel, Ferro-magnetic or stainless with ✓
a magnetic sandwich base
Using Your Hob
Hob Spillage Notes
1. Always clean up any spillage immediately with a clean cloth or a paper towel to
avoid unnecessary damage to the hob.Extreme care should be taken to avoid
steam burns and hot surfaces when cleaning spillage from the hob.
2. When cooking food that contains sugar (most food) or syrup,use a utensil which is
large enough to prevent boil over or spillage.Sugar spillage will permanently
damage the hob and therefore should be cleaned off with care immediately. If
sugar spillage has occurred, remove it as long as it is still hot with a metal safety
razor scraper.This will avoid any damage.
3. Always ensure that the base of the utensil is dry before placing on the hob.
Extreme caution should be used when cleaning the hot hob !
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NEVER LET IT COOL BEFORE REMOVING.
Using Your Hob
NEVER allow aluminium foil to be in contact with the hob surface when in use.
Setting the Hotplate
Step 1 Place the saucepan centrally on the required hotplate.
Step 2 Turn the associated hotplate control to the required setting.
Step 3 When you have finished,turn the hotplate control knob to the OFF position O.
DO NOT allow young children near to the cooker when the it is in use as the surfaces get
Guide To Using The Hotplates
Setting
1
1 or 2
3
4 or 5
5 or 6
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Deep Fat Frying Safely
1. Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the appropriate heating area.
2. Never fill the pan more than one third full of oil.
3. Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking period.
4. Never try to fry too much food at a time,especially frozen food. This lowers the fat
temperature too much resulting in greasy food.
5. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, then lower it slowly into the hot oil or
fat. Frozen foods in particular will cause the fat to froth and spit if added to quickly.
6. Never heat fat or fry with a lid on the pan.
7. Keep the outside of the pan clean and free of streaks of oil or fat.
extremely hot!
Type Of Food
Melting butter,chocolate,etc.
Heating food gently.
Keeping small amounts of water simmering.
Heating sauces containing egg yolk and butter.
Simmering stews, meat, fish vegetables and fruit.
Heating solid and liquid foods.
Keeping water boiling.
Thawing frozen vegetables.
Making 2-3 egg omelettes.
Cooking food just above simmering.
Maintaining a rolling boil for preserve making.
Sealing meat and fry fish.
Frying potatoes. Boiling water. Deep fat frying
Dissolving sugar for preserve making.
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Using Your Hob
Credaplan
The control panel has been marked to identify each control knob with the appropriate cooking
area. Some models have ‘hob on’indicator lamps on the controls.These illuminate
when the appropriate control is switched on.
The knobs can be rotated in either direction to provide fully variable heat control.
All models also have a hob hot warning light,to indicate when any heating area may be
hot.This illuminates when any control is switched on and remains illuminated for some time after
switching the control off.
Creda Hob Units - Features
The rating plate for all models is situated on the underside of the base panel.
2 1
Model No. D900E
Heating Areas:
(1) 1.2kW
(2) 1.8kW
(3) 1.2kW
(4) 1.8kW
1
2
230 - 240V ˜ 5.5 - 6.0 kW
50Hz
Model No. 42356 MK2 (Green) 240V
42356 (Green) 240V
42357 (White) 240V
42387 (Blue) 240V
Heating Areas:
(1) 1.2kW
(2) 1.8kW
(3) 1.2kW Solarglo
(4) 1.8kW Solarglo
With brass knobs.
230 - 240V ˜ 5.5 - 6.0 kW
50Hz
10
3
2 1
3
3
4
4
1
2
3
4
4
Using Your Hob
2
Model No. E920E
R920E
42354
42355
42399
Heating Areas:
(1) 1.2kW Solarglo
(2) 1.8kW Solarglo
(3) 1.2kW Solarglo
(4) 1.8kW Solarglo
230 - 240V ~5.5 - 6.0 kW
50Hz
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Solarglo Models
Solarglo ceramic heaters give a faster response than the ordinary heating areas.
2
Model No. 42358 (Brown) 240V
42359 (White) 240V
1
1
2
3
4
1
1
Heating Areas:
(1) 1.2kW Solarglo
(2) 1.8kW Solarglo
(3) 1.2kW Solarglo
(4) 1.8kW Solarspeed Halogen
230 - 240V ~5.5 - 6.0 kW
50Hz
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Solarspeed Halogen
Model numbers 42358/9 have a Solarspeed Halogen heater which heats pans partly by
direct infra red transmission through the glass ceramic hob. It will be found that the
solarspeed plate has a faster response that the ordinary cooking areas and therefore the
initial heating up period will be shorter. This is due to the heating being partly by direct
radiation and also to the near instant heating up of the tungsten halogen lamp.
2
3
4
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Using Your Hob
In the unlikely event of a crack (no matter what size) appearing in the ceramic surface
switch of the electricity supply to the appliance IMMEDIATELY and
contact your Service Centre.
DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED!
Do not leave a hotplate turned on when you are not cooking as this makes it harder to
clean the ceramic surface.Temperature cut-outs are built into the hob elements to
protect them from over heating. After several minutes with the control setting on
FULL the temperature cut-out switches the element OFF and ON continuously. This
protects the hob element against the build-up of excessive heat in the cooking area.
Care should be taken when using any pans on a ceramic surface not to drag and cause
Tip: Only use stainless steel pans with copper or aluminium and copper sandwich bases in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The base of the pan and the
hob surface must be cleaned and the hob surface conditioned after every use. If
these recommendations are not followed a thin copper layer will build up on the hob
surface which if not cleaned after each use will result in permanent marking of the
hob surface.
scratching.
Something Wrong ?
Before contacting your Creda 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 simmer
Is the main wall switch to the cooker turned on ?.
If a control is on, the adjacent ‘hob on’ lamp will illuminate.
Check that your pans conform with the recommendations
CHECK
detailed in this book.
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Care And Cleaning
SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING.
ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.
NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH ABRASIVE, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL
CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND.
Cleaning Materials To Avoid
1. Household abrasive powders, e.g.Vim.
2. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads Caustic cleaners such as these will
etch the surface and attack the metal frame.
3. 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. Regular use of cleaner conditioner is recommended for
proper care and protection of the hob surface. Apply conditioner before using the hob
for the first time. It contains a mild cleaning agent, so that subsequent applications
may clean off soil and apply a protective film at the same time.For stubborn stains or
heavy soiling use any of the following materials,and finish off with conditioner.
1. Cif,non-scratch scouring cream.
2. Liquid Gumption Kitchen Cleanser.
3. Special Powder Cleanser.
Powder Cleanser – Mineral deposits that are present in hard water, and some foods,
may cause ‘discolourations’that appear in the form of grey or brown stains.The stains
sometimes appear to be in or under the glass surface. If there are some persistent
stains after using any of the other recommended cleaning materials,powder cleanser
may be applied,following the manufacturers instructions. Do not use abrasive
cleaners or the powder cleanser on the painted metal framework.
Cleaner Conditioner – Regular use of the conditioner will make the surface easier to
clean thus ensuring that years of heavy abrasive cleaning do not progressively dull the
surface.
If the hob is scratched through accident or misuse,soil that collects will appear as fine
brown lines; these are not fully removable but can be made less obvious by the daily
use of cleaner conditioner.Cooking performance is in no way affected by scratches on
the surface.
Pans with aluminium bases should be lifted rather than dragged across the hob
surface.This will avoid metal rubbing off the pan onto the glass.Such marks are easily
removed by the powder cleanser provided they are not subsequently baked on for
long periods at high temperatures.
BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN,
Control Knobs – Wipe over the knobs with a soft cloth wrung out in hot soapy water
or mild non - abrasive cleaner.Then, after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water,
dry with a soft clean cloth.
Painted Metal Surround Trim_ Wipe over with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water
only.DO NOT USE ABRASIVES.
Stainless Steel
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water followed by a wipe with a cloth wrung
out in clear water and then dried with a soft clean cloth.
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Installation
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
All Creda hobs are suitable for installation over any Creda Build-in or Build-Under Ovens.
hob should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your voltage supply.
This is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the under side of the base panel. The
appliance must be connected by a contractor/engineer such as one who is registered with the
National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC). A suitable double-pole
control unit with a minimum rating of 30A and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm should be
used. This should be fitted adjacent to the cooker in accordance with the latest IEE regulations.
Where a hob is fitted adjacent to an oven,a 45 amp Double Pole control switch should be used to
feed both units via separate suitably rated cables.
The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a conductor size of 2.5mm
unit is fitted above the oven unit we recommend that 85
3 core flexible cord to BS6141 table 15,with a conductor size of 2.5mm
to the control unit.The control unit should be easily accessible in the event of an emergency.This
appliance conforms to B.S.EN55014 regarding suppression of radio and television interference.
The hob should be connected to the supply in such a way that it can easily be isolated for cleaning
and servicing. The control unit should be positioned to the side of the hob and be readily
accessible in case of an emergency.
If the hob is installed above an oven unit, the installer should also refer to the oven installation
instructions in case any other mains cable is recommended for the hob.
Place the hob face down taking care not to damage the controls or hob surface. Access to the
mains terminals is gained by removing the rear access cover. The mains cable must pass through
the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should be used to allow the hob
to be pulled out for servicing. Replace the screws and tighten.
0
C high temperature PVC with insulated
2
is used to connect the hob
2
.Where a hob
Your
Always check that the cable does not come into contact with the hob base. This can be achieved
by routing the hob cable and securing it either to the cabinet side or rear wall in such a way that
it cannot touch any part of the base. Always ensure that the cable between the hob and main
switch is free from twists or kinks throughout its length.
SITING THE HOB
The hob is designed to fit into worktop and base unit(s) with a cut-out as shown in Fig.1. Any
obstruction such as supports or side panels must be removed to allow 50mm minimum depth
below the worktop cut-out. Any overhead surface of combustible material must not be closer
than 650mm. Adjacent side vertical walls or kitchen furniture must not be closer than 20mm to
the edge of the cut-out.Walls or other kitchen furniture closer than 100mm to the aperture edge
should be protected by heat resistant materials (e.g.ceramic tiles).Surfaces to be avoided in close
are bare or painted wood, plastic tiles and other wall covering likely to burn or stain. If a cooker
hood is to be installed refer to the manufacturer’s instructions regarding fixing heights.
It is recommended that a shelf is fitted to the cabinet under the hob,but no closer than 30mm to
prevent access to the underside of the hob which will become hot when in use.
Note:
Due to many different types of installation,a mains cable is not supplied with
this product.The installer will fit the correct type and length of cable.
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Installation
FITTING THE HOB
Unpack the hob from the carton.
Remove the bag containing the sealing tape,fixing brackets and screws.
Fit the sealing tape to the underside of the hob close to the edge.
Lower the hob into the worktop ensuring the mains lead is fed into the base unit and is not
trapped under the flanges.
Fix the hob to the worktop using the fixing brackets and screws(see Fig 2) ensuring that the two
insulating pads are fitted between the brackets and the worktop (see Fig 2).The brackets can either
be hooked into the base panel slots or used to form a bridge between the panel and the worktop.
NB Do not over tighten the hob clamps as distortion of the hob may occur.
Connect the hob to the electrical supply (see INSTALLATION).
Ensure that the hob is functioning correctly prior to use. Instruct the user in the operation of the
hob.
Fig. 1
IMPORTANT
Minimum unobstructed depth
D
Front edge
of worktop
Dimensions mm
B
A
490 560
B
C
D
50
55
min
A
Worktop thickness
Preferred 30-40mm
19mm minimum
recommended
C
Fig. 2
30mm
worktop
Outside base of hob
FIXING CLAMP (all Models)
40mm
worktop
Note: Do not over tighten the hob clamps as distortion of the hob may occur.
Inside base of hob
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Key Contacts
Service
Creda has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe, trained
specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete confidence.
Repair Service
UK: 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
You will be asked for the following information:-
Name, address and postcode.
Telephone number
Model / Serial number of the appliance
Clear and concise details of the query or fault
Place and Date of purchase
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).
Extended Warranty
To join: UK 08709 088 088
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200
Genuine Parts & Accessories
Mail Order Hotline
UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
For further product information
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