Hotpoint Ariston PC640GB Instruction Manual

PC 640 GB

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Instructions for installation and use

Congratualtions on choosing an Ariston appliance, which you will find is dependable and easy to use. We recommend

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that you read this manual for best performance and to extend the life of your appliance. Thank you.

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

Plates

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

How To Use Your Appliance

The position of the corresponding gas burner 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
To turn on one of the burners, place a lighted match or
lighter near the burner, press the knob all the way in and
turn in the counter-clockwise direction to the "High" setting.

On those models fitted with an ignitor (D), (the
symbol is located near each knob). To light a burner, simply

press the corresponding knob all the way in and then turn
it in the counter-clockwise direction to the "High" setting,
keeping it pressed in until the burner lights.
Caution: If the burner accidently goes out, turn off the
gas with the control knob and try to light it again after
waiting at least 1 minute.
To turn off a burner, turn the knob in the clockwise
direction until it stops (it should be on the “•” setting).

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How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape

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

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

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Do not use steam equipment to clean the appliance.

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• The enameled 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 cooktops 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;

Practical Advice

Practical Advise on Using the Burners

For best performance, follow these general guidelines:

• Use the appropriate cookware for each burner (see
table) in order to prevent the flame from reaching the
sides of the pot or pan;

• Alwasy use cookware with a flat bottom and keep the
lid on;

• When the contents come to a boil, turn the knob to
"Low".

• 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 may become difficult to
turn. If so, the tap itself must be replaced.

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

Burner ø Cookware diameter (cm)

Fast (R) 24 - 26

Semi Fast (S) 16 - 20

Auxiliary (A) 10 - 14

Is there a problem?

It may occur that the cooktop does not function or does
not function properly. Before calling customer service for
assistance, lets see what can be done.
First of all, check to see that there are no interruptions in
the gas and electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the
gas valves for the mains are open.

The burner does not light or the flame is not uniform
around the burner.

Check to make sure that:

• The gas holes on the burner are not clogged;

• All of the movable parts that make up the burner are
mounted correctly;

• There are no draughts around the cooking surface.

The flame does not stay lighted on the model with
the safety device.

Check to make sure that:

• You press the knob all the way in;

• You keep the knob pressed in long enough to activate
the safety device.

• The gas holes are not clogged in the area
corresponding to the safety device.

The burner does not remain on when set to "Low".

Check to make sure that:

• The gas holes are not clogged.

• There are no draughts near the cooking surface.

• The minimum has been adjusted correctly (see the
section entitled, "Minimum Regulation").

The cookware is not stable.

Check to make sure that:

• The bottom of the cookware is perfectly flat.

• The cookware is centered correctly on the burner .

• The support grids have not been inverted.

If, despite all of these checks, the cooktop does not
function properly and problem persists, call the nearest
Merloni Elettrodomestici Customer Service Centre,
informing them of:

- The type of problem.

- The abbreviation used to identify the model (Mod. ...) as

indicated on the warranty.
Never call upon technicians not authorized by the
manufacturer, and refuse to accept spare parts that are
not original.

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