Hotpoint XC 902 GH DC AUS User Manual

XC 902 GH DC AUS

Cooker

Instructions for use and installation

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Congratulations 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.

1. This appliance has been designed for private, non-

professional use in normal dwellings.

2. Read the recommendations in this instruction

booklet carefully, as they give important advice
regarding safe installation, use and maintenance.
Keep this booklet in a safe place for further
reference when required.

3. Oven accessories which may come into contact with
food are made of materials which comply with the
contents of EEC Regulation 89/109 of 21.12.88 and
national regulations in force.

4. After having removed the packaging, check that the
appliance is intact. If in doubt, do not use the appliance
and contact professionally qualified personnel.

5. Some parts are covered with a removable scratch-proof
film. Before using the appliance the film should be
removed and the underlying part cleaned with a cloth
and a non-abrasive household cleaning product. When
switching on for the first time, it is advisable to heat the
empty oven at maximum temperature for about 30
minutes to eliminate any residue from manufacture.

6. All installation and adjustment operations should be
carried out by qualified technicians in accordance with
current regulations. Specific indications are given in
the “instructions for the installer” paragraph.

8. During operation, the oven glass door and adjacent
parts of the appliance become hot. Make sure,
therefore, that children do not touch the appliance.
For greater safety, an additional child-safety device is
available from our Head Office and our Authorised
Service Centres (see enclosed list). When ordering this,
please give the code: BAB - followed by the appliance
model. The model is stamped on the plate which is
visible on the front part of the oven upon opening the
door.

9. Check that the capacity of the electrical system and
the power outlets are suitable for the maximum power
of the appliance, indicated on the rating plate. If in doubt,
consult a professionally qualified technician.

10. Periodically check the condition of the gas connection
pipe and have it replaced by a qualified technician as
soon as it shows any signs of wear or anomaly.

11. Under no circumstances should the user replace the
power supply cable or the gas connection pipe of this
appliance. In the event of damage or the necessity for
replacement, only contact an authorised service centre.

12. Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not in use.
Switch off the main switch and gas supply when you
are not using the cooker.

13. The burners and the cast-iron pan supports remain hot
for a long time after use. Take care not to touch them.

7. Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the
data on the rating plate (situated on the rear part of the
appliance and on the last page of the instruction
booklet) correspond to those of the mains electricity
and gas supplies.

14. To avoid accidental spillage do not use cookware with
uneven or deformed bottoms on the burners.

15. Never use flammable liquids such as alcohol or
gasoline, etc. near the appliance when it is in use.

16 .If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary

precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the
pedestal itself.

17. do not use steam cleaners to clean your oven

18. WARNING - Accessible parts will become hot when
in use. To avoid burns and scalds children should
be kept away

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COOKER DESCRIPTION

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A Auxiliary gas burner
B Semi-rapid gas burner
C Rapid gas burner
D DC-DR gas burner
R Support Grid for Cookware
M Control Knobs for Gas Burners
E Ignitor for Gas Burners
F Safety Device - Activates if the flame accidentally goes

out (spills, drafts, etc.), interrupting the delivery of gas
to the burner.

T Timer
S Electric oven operation indicator light
G Electric oven selector knob (cooking function

selection)

H Electric oven thermostat knob (temperature

selection)

I Stabilising chain (30 cm. long).
N Splashback removable

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

HOB OPERA TION

The burners are fitted with automatic ignition and a
thermocouple safety device, which automatically cuts off
the gas from the burner in a few seconds if the flame
accidentally goes out during operation.
The burners differ in size and power. Choose the most
appropriate one for the diameter of the cookware being
used.
Each burner can be regulated with the corresonding control
knob "M" by using one of the following settings:

Off
High flame
Low flame

The symbols near the knobs show the position of the
relative burner on the hob.
To ignite a burner, proceed as follows:

• turn the relative knob counter-clockwise until the pointer
is on the high-flame symbol;

• press the knob down fully and activate the automatic gas
ignition marked with the symbol ;

• keep the knob pressed down for about 10 seconds with
the flame lit to allow the safety thermocouple to be heated;

• release the knob, checking that the flame is stable. If it is
not, repeat the operation.

For minimum power, turn the knob towards the low flame
symbol. Intermediate positions are possible by simply
putting the knob anywhere between the high and the low
flame symbol.
To turn off the burner, turn the knob clockwise to the off
position " " .

Important:

• Do not activate the automatic ignition device for more
than 15 consecutive seconds.

• Difficulty in ignition is sometimes due to air inside the
gas duct.

• If a burner flame accidentally goes out, the gas continues
to exit for a few moments before the safety device
activates. Turn the control knob to the off position and do
not attempt ignition again for at least 1 minute, thereby
letting the gas disperse, which could otherwise be a
danger.

• When the appliance is not in operation, check that the
knobs are in the off position " ". The main gas supply
cut-off cock should also be closed.

Using the burners

To obtain maximum efficiency from the burners, it is
advisable to only use pans with a diameter suitable for the
burner being used, so that the flame does not extend beyond
the pan base (see following table). When a liquid starts
boiling, it is advisable to turn the flame down just enough to
keep the liquid simmering.

Burner ø Pan Diameter (cm)
A.Auxiliary

B.Semi-rapid
C.Rapid
D.Double ring DC-DR (inner)
D.Double ring DC-DR (outer)

6 – 14
15 – 20
21 – 26
10 - 14
24 - 28

The hob is fitted with two pan reducing
supports (fig.1), which should only be used

on the auxiliary burner "A" and on the
Double Flame "D" (DC-DR internal).

fig.1

The “separate double flame” burner

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 crown 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.
To obtain the best results with the cooktop, several
fundamental rules should be followed while cooking or
preparing food. Use cookware with a flat bottom to make
certain that the pot sets properly on the cooking area.

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THE "MAXIOVEN"

MUL TI-FUNCTION OVEN

The oven offers nine combinations of heating elements; so
the most suitable combination may therefore be chosen for
each dish, with convincing results.

By turning the selector knob “G” marked with the symbol

, different cooking modes are obtained, as shown in

the following table:

Symbol Function

0) Off - -

0

1) Top + Bottom heating
elements

2) Bottom heating element 1300 W 1415 W

3) Top heating element 1050 W 1145 W

4) Grill heating elem ent 2000 W 218 0 W

5) Maxigrill (Top + Grill heating
elements)

6) Maxigrill (Top + Grill heating
elements) + fan

7) Bottom heating element + Fan 1350 W 1470 W

8) Rear round heating elem ent +
Fan

9) Fast defrosting 50 W 55 W

Power

230 W

2350 W 256 0 W

3050 W 33 20 W

3100 W 34 00 W

2850 W 31 05 W

Power

240 W

• Grill operation: a high heat output is used for grilling, so
that the surface of the food is immediately browned; this
is particularly indicated for meats which should remain
tender on the inside.
T o grill, turn the selector knob "H" to one of these positions:

(grill), (maxigrill), (maxigrill + fan)

During grilling, do not set the thermostat knob to
above 200°C and keep the oven door closed.

Oven light

The oven light comes on automatically when the selector
knob is turned to any of its positions.

Indicator light "S"

It indicates that the oven is heating up. When the light goes
out, the required temperature has been reached inside the
oven.
When the light alternately comes on and goes out, it means
that the thermostat is working properly to maintain the oven
temperature.

Spit - Rotisserie

Insert the meat to be cooked along the length of the spit
rod, securing it with the special adjustable forks (fig. 2a).
Introduce the supports “A” and “B” (fig. 2b) into the holes in
the drip tray “E”, rest the rod groove on the seat “C” and
insert the oven rack into the lowest guide of the oven; now
insert the spit rod into the relative hole, moving the groove
forward into seat “D”. Start the rotisserie by turning the

selector knob to one of the following positions:

After having selected the heat source, put the thermostat
knob "H" (marked with the symbol ) onto the

temperature required.

• For traditional cooking (roasts, biscuits, etc.) in
conventional mode use the mode (hot above +
below).

Only put the food to be cooked into the oven when it has
reached the selected temperature and preferably use just
one shelf for cooking.
To provide heat only to the bottom or the top part of the

dishes, turn the selector to the position (hot below) or

(hot below + fan) or (hot above);

• With this (fan assisted) mode heat is transmitted to
the food through pre-heated air made to circulate inside
the oven by a fan. The oven heats up very quickly so the
food to be cooked may be put into the oven as soon as it
is switched on. Cooking is also possible simultaneously
on two shelves.

• The “fast defrosting“ function uses no heating
elements, just the oven light and the fan.

AB

Fig. 2a

Fig. 2b

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HOW TO KEEP YOUR OVEN IN SHAPE

Important: The appliance should be disconnected from
the mains supply before starting cleaning operations.

To ensure a long life cycle for the appliance, it is essential
to carry out a thorough general clean frequently, while
observing the following instructions:

Inside the oven door:

Clean the surface with a cloth moistened with hot water
and non abrasive liquid detergent, then rinse and dry
thoroughly.

Inside the oven:

• The inside of your oven is coated with a special self­cleaning microporous enamel glaze which, at a normal
cooking temperature of between 200 and 300°C, oxidises
and completely eliminates all grease spots or other
substances that inevitably attack the inner walls of the
oven. This way , cleaning is kept right down to a minimum:
as a matter of fact, you just need to rub the surfaces of
the oven with a wet cloth regularly, after cooking, to
remove the thin layer of ash that may have been
deposited during cooking, in order to maintain the self­cleaning property of the oven intact.

• After cooking where liquid has overflowed or when the
dirt has not been eliminated completely (for example
when grilling food, and the temperatures reached are
not high enough for the full self-cleaning action of the
enamel to be performed), we recommend you leave the
oven on at maximum temperature so that all grease
residue and the like are eliminated.

• If, after long-term use, you find evident grease stains
deposited on the self-cleaning oven walls, probably due
to your failing to follow the above maintenance advice,
clean the surfaces thoroughly with hot water and a soft
cloth (do not use any detergents), then rinse and dry
thoroughly.

• Do not remove any dry caked-on grease using sharp
objects, as these could etch the self-cleaning coating.

• If the self-cleaning surfaces inside the oven are damaged
or worn, due to incorrect or poor maintenance or after
many years of use, you can request a kit of self-cleaning
panels to line the inside of the oven. To order these, just
contact an authorised Service Centre.

Before cleaning your oven, or performing maintenance,
disconnect it from the power supply.

T o extend the life of your oven, it must be cleaned frequently ,
keeping in mind that:

• The self-cleaning panels (if present) and the enameled

parts should be washed with warm water - abrasive
powders and corrosive substances should be avoided;

• The inside of the oven should be cleaned immediately

after use with warm water and soap; the soap should
be rinsed away and the interior dried thoroughly;

• Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact

with agressive detergents (containing phosphorus) or
water with a high lime content. We recommend that you
rinse these parts thoroughly and dry them well after
cleaning. It is also a good idea to dry any water spills;

• Never line the bottom of the oven with aluminium foil
because the buildup of heat will not only impede the
cooking process, but could also damage the enamel.

Replacing the Lamp in the Oven

• Cutoff the supply of power to the oven by turning off the
omni-polar switch connecting it to the mains, or by
removing the plug if it is accessible;

• Unscrew the glass cover attached to the lamp holder;

• Unscrew the lamp and replace it with another high-tem­perature lamp (300°C) with the
following characteristics:

- Voltage: 230/240 V

- Wattage: 15W

- Socket: E14

• Remount the glass cover and
reconnect the appliance to the
power supply.

Protective kit

During operation, the oven glass door and adjacent parts
of the appliance become hot. Make sure, therefore, that

children do not touch the appliance.

Disassembling/assembling the oven door

To make it easier to clean the inside of your oven, the oven
door can be removed, by proceeding as follows (fig. 1-2):

• Open the door completely and lift the 2 levers “B” (fig. 1);

• Now, shutting the door slightly, you can lift it out by pulling

out the hooks “A” as shown in figure 2.

To reassemble the door:

• With the door in a vertical position, insert the two

hooks “A” into the slots;

• Ensure that seat “D” is hooked perfectly onto the edge

of the slot (move the oven door backwards and forward
slightly);

• Keep the oven door open fully, unhook the 2 levers “B”
downwards and then shut the door again.

Greasing the taps

As time passes, a tap may lock or become difficult to turn.
In this case it will be necessary to clean inside and replace
the grease. This procedure must be performed by a

technician authorized by the manufacturer.

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THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMER

The electronic programmer has the function of
automatically switching on the oven (at the required time)
and switching it off at the end of the set cooking time. The
4 figure luminous display showing the actual time and the
programming times, also shows the current state of the
oven by means of the following symbols:

Oven on
Minute minder
Automatic programme AUTO
Point • (this divides the hour from the minutes on the
display)

All the functions may be programmed for a total of 23 h
and 59 min. Maximum cooking time is 10 hours.

Adjusting the clock

(At installation, after power failures, clock in advance or
behind).
Select manual mode by pressing key , adjust the hour
and minutes using the -and + keys.

Manual oven mode (Programming excluded)
Press the key ; and the oven is switched on, the AUTO
symbol goes out and the (oven on) symbol comes on.
This operation erases any set programme.

Semi-automatic oven mode

1st example: start in manual cooking mode - programmed
cooking time.

• Put the food to be cooked in the oven.

• Press the key (duration) and adjust the cooking
time using the -and + keys: the oven switches on, the

AUTO and (oven on) symbols light up.

• Turn the selector and the thermostat knobs onto the
required function and temperature respectively.

• At the end of the set cooking time, the oven is
automatically switched off, the symbol (oven on)
goes out and the AUTO symbol blinks; an acoustic signal
sounds.

2nd example: start with manual cooking mode - end with
programmed cooking mode.

• Put the food to be cooked in the oven.

• Press the key (end of cooking) and adjust the end
of cooking time using the - and + keys: the oven switches

on, the AUTO and symbols light up.

• Turn the selector and the thermostat knobs onto the
required function and temperature respectively.

• At the end of cooking, the oven is automatically switched
off, the symbol (oven on) goes out and the AUTO
symbol blinks; an acoustic signal sounds.

Automatic oven mode (programmed cooking duration and
end)

• Put the food to be cooked in the oven.

• Press the key (Duration) and adjust the cooking
time using the - and + keys: the AUTO and (oven on)

symbols light up (the oven switches on).

• Press the key (end of cooking) and adjust the end
of cooking time using the - and + keys: the symbol

goes out (the oven switches off).

• Turn the selector and the thermostat knobs onto the
required function and temperature respectively.

• The programmer automatically sets the start of cooking
time, which is shown by the symbol (oven on) coming
on. When the cooking time has elapsed, the oven is
automatically switched off, the (oven on) symbol goes
out and the AUTO symbol blinks; an acoustic signal
sounds.

Minute minder

Press the key (minute minder) and set the time required
using the - and + keys. An acoustic signal sounds at the
end of the programme.

Buzzer

The buzzer emits a sound for 7 minutes after the end of
the selected programme; it may be stopped by pressing
any function key. It is possible to choose 3 different types
of acoustic signal. By pressing the - key the actual signal
tone appears. Now, within 7 seconds, every further press
of the - key changes the signal tone.

Program control

Press the key for the remaining time to be displayed,
and the key to check the end of cooking time.

Erasing programs

Once a programme has been carried out, it is automatically
erased; it can also be cancelled by pressing the key
(manual).

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PRACTICAL COOKING ADVICE

Preheating

If the oven must be preheated (generally this is the case

Cooked we ll on the inside but s ti cky on the outside

when cooking leavened foods) the “ventilation” mode
can be used to reach the desired temperaure as quickly as
possible in order to save on energy.
Once the food has been placed in the oven, the most
appropriate cooking mode can then be selected.

Using the Grill

The plurifunction oven offers you 2 different grilling modes.
Use the “grill” it allows you to grill small portions like

toasted sandwiches, hotdogs, etc., to perfection.
Position the food under the center of the grill because only
the central part of the top heating element is turned on.
Food placed in the corners will not cook properly.

The “Ventilated Grill” is extremely useful for grilling
foods rapidly, as the distribution of heat makes it possible
not only to brown the surface, but also to cook the bottom
part.
This mode can also be used for browning foods at the end
of the cooking process.

Important: always use the grill with the oven door
closed. This will allow you both to attain excellent results

and to save energy (10% circa).
For the best results when cooking on the grill, it is

recommended to use the highest setting of the thermostat
(200°C), which utilizes infrared rays. The grill should be
placed on the higher racks (see the cooking chart). To catch
fat and prevent smoke, place a dripping pan beneath the
rack used for grilling.

When utilizing the grill, place the rack at the lower levels
(see cooking table). To catch grease or fat and prevent
smoke, place a dripping-pan at the bottom rack level.

Baking Pastries

When baking pastries, always place them in the oven after
it has been preheated. Make sure you wait until the oven
has been preheated thoroughly (the red "E" light will turn
off). Do not open the door while the pastry is cooking in
order to prevent it from dropping.
Batters must not be too runny , as this will result in prolonged
cooking times. In general:

Pastry i s too dry

Increase the temperature by 10°C and reduce the
cooking time.

Use less liquid, lower the temperature, and incr ease t he

cooking time.

The pastry sticks to the pa n

Grease the pan well and sprinkl e it with a dusti ng of
flour.

I used more than one level and they are not all at the

same cooking point

Use a lower temperature setting. It is not necessar y to

remove the food from all the racks at the same time.

Cooking Pizza
For best results when cooking pizza use the "ventilation

mode" :

• Preheat the oven for at least 10 minutes;

• Use a light aluminum pizza pan, placing it on the broiler
supplied with the oven. If the dripping-pan is used, this
will extend the cooking time, making it difficult to get a
crispy crust;

• Do not open the oven door frequently while the pizza is
cooking;

• If the pizza has a lot of toppings (three of four), it is
recommended that the mozzarella cheese be placed on
top halfway through the cooking process;

Cooking Fish and Meat

Meat must weigh at least 1 Kg in order to prevent it from
drying out. When cooking white meat, fowl and fish, use

low temperature settings (150°C-200°C). For red meat that
should be well done on the outside while tender and juicy

in the inside, it is a good idea to start with a high tempera­ture setting (200°C-220°C) for a short time, then turn the

oven down afterwards. In general, the larger the roast, the
lower the temperature setting. Place the meat on the centre
of the rack and place the dripping pan beneath it to catch
the fat.
Make sure that the rack is inserted so that it is in the
centre of the oven. If you would like to increase the amount
of heat from below, use the low rack heights. For savory
roasts (especially duck and wild game), dress the meat
with lard or bacon on the top.

Pastry dropped

Use less liquid or lower the the temperature by 10°C.

Pastry i s too dark on top

Place it on a lower rack, lower the temperature, and
increase the cooking ti me.

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COOKING TIPS

Cooking times may change according to the nature of the foods, their homogeneity and their volume. When cooking a certain food for the first
time, it is advisable to choose the lowest values in the cooking time range given in the table and then increase them if necessary .

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Notes:

1) Cooking times do not include oven pre-heating, except for those marked with an asterisk

2) The indication given in the table for the guide rails is the one that should preferably be used in the event of cooking on more than one level.

3) The indicated times refer to cooking on one shelf only; for cooking on more than one level, increase the time by 5 ÷ 10 min.

4) For roast beef, veal, pork and turkey, on the bone or rolled, increase the times by 20 min.

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INSTALLATION

The following instructions are provided for qualified
installers so that they may accomplish installation,
adjustment and technical maintenance operations correctly
and in compliance with current regulations and standards.

Important: the appliance should be disconnected from
the mains electricity supply before any adjustment,
maintenance, etc. is carried out. Maximum caution should

be used should it be necessary to keep the appliance
connected to the electricity supply.

The dimensions of the appliance are given in the figure on
page 2. For trouble-free operation of appliances installed
in housing units, the minimum distances shown in fig.5
should be observed. Adjacent surfaces and the wall at the
rear should also be able to withstand an overheating
temperature of 65 °C.

fig.6

current standards and regulations. The air must be taken
directly from the outside, from an area far from sources of
pollution. The ventilation aperture must have the following
characteristics (fig.8A):

fig.7

In a chimney stack or branched flue Directly to the outside
(exclusively for cooking appliances)

• total free cross section of passage of at least 6 cm² for
every kW of rated heating capacity of the appliance, with
a minimum of 100 cm² (the heating capacity is indicated
on the rating plate);

• it must be made in such a way that the aperture, both on
the inside and outside of the wall, cannot be obstructed;

• it must be protected, e.g. with grates, wire mesh, etc. in
such a way that the above-mentioned free section is not
reduced;

• it must be situated as near to floor level as possible.

Detail A Adjacent Room to be

room ventilated

fig.5

Prior to installing the cooker, 95 ÷ 155 mm high supporting
feet (provided) should be fitted into the holes to be found
in the bottom of the cooker (fig.6). These feet are screw­adjustable and whenever necessary should be used to
make sure the cooker stands level.

Stabilising chain"I"

Fit one end of the safety chain to either side of the cooker
and secure the other end to the wall stud or the floor.
Ensure that the cooker is stable and cannot be tilted
forward.
WARNING: servicing shall only be carried out by authorised
personnel.

Positioning

This appliance may only be installed and operated in
permanently ventilated rooms in compliance with current
standards. The following requirements must be observed:

• The appliance must discharge combustion products into
a special hood, which must be connected to a chimney,
flue pipe or directly to the outside (fig.7).

• If it is impossible to fit a hood, the use of an electric fan
is permitted, either installed on a window or on an external
wall, which must be switched on at the same time as the
appliance.

Kitchen ventilation

The air flow into the room where the appliance is installed
must equal the quantity of air that is required for regular
combustion of the gas and for ventilating the same room.
Air must be taken in naturally through permanent apertures
made in the outside walls of the room or through single or
branching collective ventilation ducts in compliance with

A

Examples of ventilation holes Enlarging the ventilation slot

for comburant air between window and floor

fig. 8A fig. 8B

The air inflow may also be obtained from an adjoining room,
provided the latter is not a bedroom or a room where there
is a risk of fire, such as warehouses, garages, fuel stores,
etc. and is ventilated in compliance with the current
standards and regulations. Air from the adjoining room to
the one to be ventilated may be made to pass freely through
permanent apertures with a cross section at least equal to
that indicated above. These apertures may also be obtained
by increasing the gap between the door and the floor
(fig.8B). If an electric fan is used for extracting the
combustion products, the ventilation aperture must be
increased in relation to its maximum performance. The
electric fan should have a sufficient capacity to guarantee
an hourly exchange of air equal to 3 ÷ 5 times the volume
of the kitchen. Prolonged, intensive use of the appliance
may require extra ventilation, e.g. an open window or a
more efficient ventilation system by increasing the
extraction power of the electric fan if installed. Liquid
petroleum gas descends towards the floor as it is heavier
than air. Apertures in the outside walls in rooms containing
LPG cylinders should therefore be at floor level, in order to
allow any gas from leaks to be expelled. Do not store LPG
cylinders (even when empty) in basements or rooms below
ground level; it is advisable to keep only the cylinder in use
in the room at any one time and connected far from heat
sources which could raise its temperature to above 50 °C.

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INSTALLATION

Gas supply connection

• Check that the appliance is set for the type of gas
available and then connect it to the mains gas piping or
the gas cylinder in compliance with current regulations
and standards.

• This appliance is designed and set to work with the gas
indicated on the label situated on the actual hob. If the
gas supply is other than the type for which the appliance
has been set, proceed with replacing the corresponding
nozzles (provided), following instructions given in the
paragraph “Adaptation to different types of gas”.

• For trouble-free operation, suitable use of energy and

longer life of the appliance, make sure that the supply
pressure complies with the values indicated in the table
1 "burners and nozzles specifications, otherwise install
a special pressure regulator on the supply pipe in
compliance with current standards and regulations.

• Connect in such a way that the appliance is subjected to

no strain whatsoever.

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.9), or flexible steel pipe in
compliance with the standards in force, which must not
exceed 2000 mm in length.
Should it be necessary to turn the fitting, the gasket
(supplied with the appliance) must be replaced.

A

fig.10 fig.11

Replacing the nozzles on separate “double flame “
burners:

• remove the grids and slide the burners from their
housings. The burner consists of 2 separate parts (Fig.
C and fig. D);

• unscrew the burers with a 7 mm wrench spanner. The
internal burner has a nozzle, the external burner has
two (of the same size). Replace the nozzle with models
suited to the new type of gas (see table 1).

• replace all the components by repeating the steps in
reverse order.

fig.9

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 adequate for a
sufficient supply to the appliance when all the burners are
lit.
Important: A pressure regulator, in compliance with the
standards in force, must be inserted when connecting to a
liquid gas supply (in a cylinder).

Adaptation to a different type of gas

If the hob is to be converted for use with a type of gas
other than that for which it was set in the factory (indicated
on the label to be found on the hob), the burner nozzles
should be replaced as follows:

• Remove the pan supports and the burners.

• Unscrew the nozzles “A” (fig.10) using a 7 mm socket
wrench and replace them with the ones which have a
diameter suitable for the type of gas to be used, according
to the table 1 "burners and nozzles specifications).

• Reassemble the parts following the instructions in reverse
order.

• On completing the operation, replace the old rating label
with the one showing the new type of gas; the sticker is
available from our Service Centres.

Fig. C Fig. D

Regulation of Air Supply to the Burner

The burners do not need a primary air regulator.

Minimum Regulation

• Turn the gas valve to minimum.

· Remove the tap knob and turn the adjusting screw,
situated inside of the tap stem (fig.11), using a screwdriver
(loosening the screw increases the height of the flame,
tightening decreases it).

N.B.: In the case of liquid gas, the regulation screw must
be fully screwed in (clockwise).

• Make sure that, when the knob is turned rapidly high to
low, the flame does not go out.

• In the event of a malfunction on appliances with the
security device (thermocouple) when the gas supply is
set at minimum, increase the minimum supply levels using
the regulator screw.

Once the adjustment has been made, apply sealing wax,
or a suitable substitute, to the old seals on the by-pass.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

THE APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The hob is designed to work with alternating current at the
supply voltage and frequency indicated on the rating plate
(situated under the hob or at the end of the instruction
booklet). Make sure that the local supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating plate.

Connecting the supply cable to the mains electricity
supply

For models supplied without a plug, fit a standard plug,
suitable for the load indicated on the rating plate, onto the
cable and connect to a suitable socket. To connect directly
to the mains supply, a double-pole switch with a contact
separation of at least 3 mm suitable for the load and
complying with current standards and regulations, must
be fitted between the appliance and the mains supply outlet.
The yellow-green earth wire must not be interrupted by the
switch. The supply cable must be in such a position that no
part of it can reach a temperature of 50 °C above room
temperature. For installation above a built-under oven, the
hob and the oven must be connected separately to the
electricity supply both for safety reasons and for easy
removal of the oven if necessary. Do not use adapters or
shunts as they could cause heating or burning. Before
connecting to the power supply, make sure that:

• the limiter valve and the domestic system can withstand

the load from the appliance (see rating plate);

• the supply system is efficiently earthed according to
standards and laws in force;

• the socket or double-pole switch are easily accessible
when the appliance is installed.

Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green & Y ellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect the Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked “E” or

or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.

Connect the Brown wire to the terminal marked “L” or
coloured Red. Connect the Blue wire to the terminal marked
“N” or coloured Black. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE
ACCIDENT-PREVENTION REGULA TIONS RELIEVES THE
MANUFACTURER OF ALL LIABILITY.

Replacing the cable

Use a rubber cable of the type H05VV-F with a suitable
cross section 3 x 1.5 mm². The yellow-green earth wire
must be 2-3 cm longer than the other wires.

BURNERS AND NOZZLES SPECIFICATIONS

renruBkoWretuO52.1x25.510.157.0x20.5157.2

renruBkoWrennI08.03.30.105.05.357.2

renruBegraL92.13.80.108.00.957.2

renruBmuideM01.10.60.146.05.557.2

renruBllamS08.03.30.105.05.357.2

CGHNlatoT4.240.24

Oven size

width mm. 590
depth mm. 385
Height mm. 357

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V oltage end frequency: 230-240V / 50Hz
Power supply Max: 3100-3400W

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