Kelvinator KHC601BL User Instructions

CERAMIC HOB

User’s instructions

KHC601BL

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Dear User

Thank you for choosing our product.
We are sure that this complete, modern, functional and practical electrical
appliance will fully meet your requirements as it has been carefully
designed and manufactured with high-quality materials.

We recommend that you read and follow these instructions carefully.
They will enable you to use this electrical appliance to its full potential the
very first time you use it.

THE DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT
IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE CONSULTATION.

We hope you enjoy using this modern hob.
Best wishes

THE MANUFACTURER

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CONTENTS

User’s instructions

Installation 5

Use 5

Maintenance 7

Fitter’s instructions

Installation 8

Position 8

Electrical connections 8

IMPORTANT:

THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR DOMESTIC USE. THE MANUFACTURER
IS NOT LIABLE IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR OBJECTS
CAUSED BY INCORRECT INSTALLATION, IMPROPER OR ERRONEOUS USE.

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USER’S INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

All the installation procedures (electrical connections) must be carried out
by an electrician in accordance with the standards and laws in force. This
product is in installation class Y.
The equipment may be installed in any type of unit made of brickwork,
metal, wood, veneered and laminated plastic, as long as they are able to
withstand a maximum temperature of 100°C.
Keep a distance of 50 mm from the back edge and 110 mm from the left
side.
See figure 1.
For specific instructions, see the fitter’s section.

) Connect extremities of return rods in the relative axles placed in the

oven and in the control panel. Then fix oven in relative site using fitting
screws (for control panel use special little claps).

USE

CONTROL KNOBS and COOKING ZONE (Fig. 4)

Cooking zones are controlled by knobs connected to an energy regulator.
Clockwise numbers 1 to 6 are used to indicate cooking settings where 1 is
the minimum setting and 6 the maximum setting. Number 0 is the off
position. Extensible zones, on models where available, are activated on
position 6.
The zone controlled by each knobs is identified by the adjacent cooking
zone identification.

RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATOR (HOT HOS INDICATOR)

Each heating element has a corresponding residual heat indicator light.
This light switches on automatically once the corresponding cooking zone

has been switched on. Once a cooking zone has been turned off,
the corresponding residual light will stay on for a period of time necessary
for the cooking zone to cool down to 50°C.

During this time avoid touching the cooking zone and take
precautions to ensure children cannot touch it.

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SAFETY TIPS FOR USING THE COOKTOP

) Before switching on, check which knob controls the desired cooking

zone. It is best to place the pot or pan on the cooking zone before
switching on, and remove it only after switching off.

) Use only flat bottomed pans with a regular surface (exercise caution

with cast iron pans).Irregular bottoms can scratch the glass-ceramic
surface. Check the bottom is clean and dry

) Do not use the cooktop if the surface is broken or damaged.

) Bear in mind that the cooking zones remain hot for a relatively long

time (about 30 min.) after switching off.

) Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to fall on the glass-ceramic

cooktop.

) If you find a crack on the cooktop, disconnect the appliance from the

mains electricity immediately and contact the After-sales Service.

) Do not stare at the halogen lamps on the cooktop.

) Never cook food directly on the glass-ceramic cooktop; always use

suitable pots or containers.

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MAINTENANCE

ANY ADJUSTMENT, MAINTENANCE, ETC. MUST BE CARRIED OUT
WITH THE HOB UNPLUGGED AT THE MAINS.

INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Before cooking for the first time, it is necessary to clean the surface of the
appliance. This should be done using only recommended ceramic hob
cleaners.
After cleaning, the appliance should be operated ion the following manner
to remove any residues or moisture that may be present within the
appliance: one at a time, turn the heating plates on and set at maximum
and operate (without pans) for a period of 5

mins, then turn off. An odour

may be given off during this operation, this is normal.

Knob

setting

Cooking operation

0

Off

1
2

For melting processes (butter or
chocolate)

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For keeping foods hot and heating small
amounts of liquids

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For heating larger amounts and beating
custards and sauces

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Slow boiling, for soups, pasta and
risotto, continuing steaming processes,
and cooking steaks and fried foods in
general

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5

Browning meat, roasted potatoes, fried
fish, bringing large amounts of water to
the boil

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Quick frying, char-grilled steaks, ect.

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FITTER’S INSTRUCTION

INSTALLATION

All the installation procedures (electrical connections) must be carried out
by an electrician in accordance with the standards and laws in force.
ANY ADJUSTMENT, MAINTENANCE, ETC. MUST BE CARRIED OUT
WITH THE HOB UNPLUGGED AT THE MAINS.

POSITION

The hob is designed to be fitted into a work surface which is larger then the
hob. See Fig. 1 and 2.
If the hob is to be fitted into a surface/oven, follow the instructions of the
oven manufacturer and ensure that the ventilation complies with Fig. 5. .
The hob is supplied with a seal to prevent infiltration into the unit. The seal
(C) must be fitted carefully into its seat. Fasten the hob with the brackets
(A), as shown in Fig. 6.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Before connecting the electrics, ensure that:

- the household power supply meets the requirements on the plate located
under the hob and featured in this booklet;

- there is an earth system and that it works correctly;

- for a direct connection to the mains, there must be an omnipolar cut-off

device on the power-supply line, with a contact cut-off distance of 3 mm or
over. The device must also be located in an accessible position near the
hob (the yellow-green earth wire must not be interrupted).

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THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT LIABLE IN ANY WAY IF THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
BOOKLET AND THE STANDARD SAFETY MEASURES ARE NOT OBSERVED.

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Fig.5

Fig.6

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Service and S
pares

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts,
contact your local Kelvinator Service Centre by telephoning:

0860 234 481 (South African Customers)

[phone] (International Customers)

Help us to help you

Please determine your type of enquiry before writing or telephoning. When you contact
us we need to know:

 Your name
 Telephone Number
 Physical Address where appliance is located
 Model and Serial Number of the appliance
 Clear and concise details of the fault

Customer Care

For general enquiries or information regarding Kelvinator appliances contact:

Customer Care Department
Kelvinator
P.O. Box 3657
Johannesburg
2000

South African Customers: 0860 234 481
International Customers: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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Guarantee Conditions

1. The guarantee is valid for Twelve (12) months commencing when the appliance is

handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or
similar documentation.

2. Kelvinator guarantees the equipment against defective material or faulty manufacture,

provided it is used for domestic use from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
If not used as above-mentioned, the warranty period will limited.

3. If the appliance is used or installed more than Fifty (50) kilometres from the nearest

Kelvinator Authorised Service Agent, the additional distance covered shall be for the
account of the purchaser.

4. The risk in regard to appliances to be repaired shall at all times remain with the

purchaser.

5. This guarantee is given on condition that only genuine Kelvinator parts and accessories

are used at all times in the appliance.

6. Kelvinator shall not be responsible for damage of any kind resulting from electricity

fluctuations, faults in the building wiring, faulty installations, improper use of controls or
failure to use the appliance in accordance with the operating instructions and/or general
misuse and/or abuse, which would include unforeseen accidents, wear and tear, and/or
earthquake, flood, lightning or any other natural disaster beyond the control of
Kelvinator.

7. Any attempt by an unauthorised person to repair or tamper with the appliance shall

render this guarantee null and void.

8. This guarantee does not include bulbs, loose glass, glass oven doors, enamelled

surfaces, discolouring of stainless steel surfaces, filters and other parts subject to wear
and tear.

9. Kelvinator shall not be responsible in terms of this guarantee for the replacement or

repair of any parts of the appliance if damaged during transit, where packaging damage
is visible.

10. Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the

appliance. Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the property of Kelvinator.

11. This guarantee shall be available only to a purchaser of Kelvinator appliances from an

authorised Electrolux Home Products/Kelvinator Dealer or Distributor in and where the
appliance has been retained for use in the Republic South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland,
Lesotho and Zimbabwe.

12. Failure to produce documentary proof of the date or original acquisition by the original

purchaser will result in normal charges being levied for the work carried out and the
parts supplied.

13. The liability of Kelvinator under this guarantee is limited to the replacement and/or

repair of the defective parts within the guarantee period and does not extend to be
installation or removal of the appliance. Furthermore, Kelvinator does not accept
responsibility or liability to compensate for any consequential loss or damage of any kind
caused by or due to the failure of operation or malfunction of any equipment to which
this guarantee applies.

14. It is at the sole discretion of Kelvinator that, in terms of guarantee, consideration be

given to replace the appliance due to various parts failing of a similar nature or in the
event of the appliance being in a state of beyond repair.

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