Smeg CIR93AXS3 User Manual

Contents

1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE 4
2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL – OUR ENVIROMENTAL CARE 7
3 POSITIONING OF THE HOB 8
4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 13
5 GAS CONNECTION 14
6 ADAPTATION TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS 16
7 FINAL OPERATIONS 19
8 USING THE HOB 22
9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 25

THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE VALID ONLY FOR END USER COUNTRIES
WHOSE IDENTIFICATION SYMBOLS APPEAR ON THE COVER OF
THIS MANUAL.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER: these are int
authorized person who is to check the gas supply system and install,
commission and test the appliance.

ended

for the

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER: these contain user
advice, description of the commands and the correct procedures for
cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

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Further product information is available from the website www.smeg.com

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Precautions

for Safety and Use

1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND PROPER USE

THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE AND
THEREFORE MUST BE KEPT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IN AN
ACCESSIBLE PLACE FOR THE WHOLE WORKING LIFE OF THE
COOKING HOB. WE ADVISE READING THIS MANUAL AND ALL THE
INSTRUCTIONS THEREIN BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB.
ALSO KEEP THE SERIES OF NOZZLES SUPPLIED. INSTALLATION
MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THIS
APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC USES AND CONFORMS
TO CURRENT REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THE APPLIANCE HAS
BEEN BUILT TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONS:
COOKING AND HEATING-UP OF FOOD. ALL OTHER USES ARE
CONSIDERED IMPROPER. THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL
RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPROPER USE.

THIS APPLIANCE HAS BEEN MANUFACTURED TO COOK FOOD, DO
NOT USE THE APPLIANCE TO HEAT ROOMS.

TO BE INSTALLED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED PERSON.

NEVER LEAVE PACKAGING RESIDUES UNATTENDED IN THE
HOME. SEPARATE WASTE PACKAGING MATERIALS BY TYPE AND
CONSIGN THEM TO THE NEAREST SEPARATE DISPOSAL CENTRE.

REPLACED APPLIANCES MUST BE TAKEN TO A SPECIAL GARBAGE
COLLECTION CENTRE.

THE APPLIANCE MUST BE CONNECTED TO EARTH IN
COMPLIANCE WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SAFETY REGULATIONS.

THE PLUG TO BE CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY LEAD AND
THE RELATIVE SOCKET MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE
AND COMPLY WITH THE RELEVANT REGULATIONS. THE SOCKET
MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE APPLIANCE IS BUILT IN.

NEVER DISCONNECT THE PLUG BY PULLING ON THE POWER

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SUPPLY LEAD.

Precautions

for Safety and

Use

IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION, CARRY OUT A QUICK TEST
ON THE APPLIANCE FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
LATER IN THIS MANUAL. SHOULD THE APPLIANCE NOT FUNCTION,
DISCONNECT IT FROM THE SUPPLY AND CALL THE NEAREST
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTRE.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.

AFTER EACH USE OF THE APPLIACE, ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE
CONTROL KNOBS ARE TURNED TO OFF

NEVER PLACE FLAMMABLE OBJECTS IN THE OVEN: IF IT SHOULD
ACCIDENTALLY BE SWITCHED ON, THIS MIGHT CAUSE A FIRE.

THE IDENTIFICATION PLATE, WITH TECHNICAL DATA,

SERIAL NUMBER AND MARKING IS CLEARLY VISIBLE UNDER THE
CASING.

THE PLATE ON THE CASING MUST NOT BE REMOVED.
BEFORE CONNECTING THE DEVICE, MAKE SURE THAT IT HAS
BEEN REGULATED FOR THE TYPE OF GAS THAT WILL FEED
IT, CHECKING THE LABEL UNDER THE HOB.

NEVER PLACE PANS WITH BOTTOMS WHICH ARE NOT
PERFECTLY FLAT AND SMOOTH ON THE HOB GRIDS.

DURING USE THE APPLIANCE BECOMES VERY HOT. TAKE CARE
NEVER TO TOUCH THE HEATING ELEMENTS INSIDE THE OVEN. TO

AVOID BURNS AND SCALDS CHILDREN SHOULD BE KEPT AWAY.

INSTALL THE APPLIANCE SO THAT WHEN DRAWERS OR DOORS
OF UNITS INSTALLED AT HOB HEIGHT ARE OPENED, ACCIDENTAL
CONTACT WITH PANS ON THE HOB IS NOT POSSIBLE.

WARNING - IN ORDER TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL TIPPING OF THE
APPLIANCE, FOR EXAMPLE BY A CHILD CLIMBING ONTO THE
OPEN OVEN DOOR, THE STABILIZING MEANS MUST BE
INSTALLED. PLEASE REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS FOR
INSTALLATION.
NEVER USE PANS OR GRIDDLE PLATES WHICH PROJECT BEYOND
THE OUTSIDE EDGE OF THE HOB.

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Precautions

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury or damage

caused by failure to comply with the above regulations or deriving from
tampering with even just one part of the appliance and the use of non­original spare parts.

for Safety and Use

THE APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY YOUNG CHILDREN OR
INFIRM PERSONS UNLESS THEY HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY
SUPERVISED BY A RESPONSIBLE PERSON TO ENSURE THEY CAN USE
THE APPLIANCE SAFELY. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED
TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.

DO NOT SPRAY ANY SPRAY PRODUCTS NEAR THE
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION.
DO NOT USE SPRAY PRODUCTS WHILE THE PRODUCT IS STILL HOT.

WHERE THIS APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED IN MARINE CRAFT OR
CARAVANS, IT SHALL NOT BE USED AS A SPACE HEATER.

DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.

DO NOT USE STEAM JETS FOR CLEANING THE APPLIANCE.
THE STEAM COULD REACH THE ELECTRONICS, DAMAGING
THEM AND CAUSING SHORT-CIRCUITS.

DO NOT STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN THE APPLIANCE
STORAGE DRAWER OR NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.

THE INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH THIS APPLIANCE CONTAIN
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT INSTALLATION AND USE.

UNSUITABLE FOR USE IN MARINE CRAFT, CARAVANS OR MOBILE
HOMES, UNLESS EACH BURNER IS FITTED WITH A FLAME
SAFEGUARD

IN CASE OF SERVICE, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE AGENT
OR DISTRIBUTOR LISTED ON THE WARRANTY CARD.

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Instructions for disposal

2 ENVIROMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

Our product's packing is made of non-polluting materials, which are
therefore compatible with the environment and recyclable. Please
help by disposing of the packaging correctly. You can obtain the
addresses of collection, recycling and disposal centres from your
retailer or from the competent local organisations.

Do not discard the packaging or any part of it, or leave it
unattended. It can constitute a suffocation hazard for children,
especially the plastic bags.

Your old appliance also needs to be disposed of co rrectly.
Important: hand over your appliance to the local agency authorised
for the collection of electrical appliances no longer in use. Correct
disposal enables intelligent recovery of valuable materials.
Before disposing of your appliance it is important to remove doors
and leave shelves in the same position as for use, to ensure that
children cannot accidentally become trapped inside during play. It is
also necessary to cut the connecting cable to the power grid,
removing it along with the plug.

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Instructions for the Installer

3 POSITIONING OF THE HOB

It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by authorised
persons.

Clearance around the appliance must comply with the requirements of
AS5601.
The following operation requires building and/or carpentry work so must
be carried out by a competent tradesman. Installation can be
carried out on various materials such as
plastic laminated wood as long as they are heat resistant (T 90°C).

3.1 Attachment to support structure

Create an opening with the dimensions shown in the figure in the top
surface of the counter, keeping a minimum distance of 50 mm from the
rear border.
This appliance is classified as “type Y” in relation to fire hazards
and
can therefore be mounted against walls higher than the work surface on
condition that a certain distance “X” be kept between the appliance and
the wall as shown in the figure so as to avoid damage
from overheating.
Make sure there is a minimum of 750 mm between the hot plate flames
and any combustible shelf that may be installed directly above them.

masonry,

metal, solid wood or

Carefully position the insulating seal supplied on the outer perimeter of
the hole made in the counter top as shown in figure 4 (the dimensions
in the figure refer from the hole to the inside of the seal), trying
to ensure that it sticks across the whole of its surface by applying
light pressure with your hands. Fix the hob to the unit using the
appropriate brackets B and spacer A as shown in figures 1, 2 and 3.
Spacer A will help to keep the hob top at the right distance from
the edge of the counter top to avoid future overheating during
operation and must be used solely in the front left-hand corner of
the appliance. Carefully trim the surplus away from edge C beyond the
seal (Fig.5).

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A+B B B

A

B B B

Fig.1

B

Fig.2

A

Fig.3

B

Fig.4 Fig.5

9

60 cm

hob

35

65

30

80

90 cm

hob

105

50

50

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Overall dimensions: location of gas and electrical connection points (all
measures in mm).

A

B

C

D

3.2 Clearances above and around domestic appliances

Extract from AS5601

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A
B
C
D

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REQUIREMENTS

1. Overhead clearances – (Measurement A)
Range hoods and exhaust fans shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. However,
in no case shall the clearance between the highest part of
the highest burner of the cooking appliance and a range
hood be less than 600 mm or, for an overhead exhaust fan,
750 mm.

Any other downward facing combustible surface less than
600 mm above the highest part of the hob shall be
protected for the full width and depth of the cooking surface
area in accordance with Clause 5.12.1.2. However, in no
case shall this clearance to any surface be less than 450
mm.

2. Side clearances – (Measurements B & C)
Where B, measured from the periphery of the nearest
burner to any vertical combustible surface, is less than 200
mm, the surface shall be protected in accordance with
Clause 5.12.1.2 to a height C of not less than 150 mm
above the hob for the full dimension (width or depth) of the
cooking surface area. Where the cooking appliance is fitted
with a ‘splashback’, protection of the rear wall is not
required.

3. Additional requirements for Freestanding and Elevated
Cooking
Appliaces – (Measurements D & E)
Where D, the distance from the periphery of the nearest
burner to a horizontal combustible surface is less than 200
mm, then E shall be 10 mm or more, or the horizontal
surface shall be above the trivet. See insets above.

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NOTES

1. Requirement 3 does not apply to a freestanding or elevated
cooking appliance which is designed to prevent flames or
the cooking vessels from extending beyond the periphery of
the appliance.

2. The ‘cooking surface area’ is defined as that part of the
appliance

3. where cooking normally takes place and does not include
those parts of the appliance containing control knobs.

4. For definition of hob, see Clause 1.4.64.

5. For definition of trivet, see Clause 1.4.109.

6. Consideration is to be given to window treatments when
located near cooking appliances. See Clause 5.3.4.

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4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Make sure that the voltage and capacity of the power line conform to
the data shown on the plate located under the casing. Do not remove
this plate for any reason.

The plug on the end of the supply cable and the wall socket must be
the same type and conform to the current electrical system regulations.
Check that the power line is adequately grounded.

On the power line, install an omnipolar cut-off device with contact cut­off distance greater than or equal to 3 mm, located in an easily
accessible position near the unit.

Do not use reducers, adapters or shunts.

If the power cable is replaced, the wire section on the new cable must
not be less than 1 mm
be connected to the hob must have the ground wire (yellow­green) longer by at least 20 mm. Use only H05V2V2-F cable or
similar which has a maximum temperature of 90°C. Any replacement
needed should
be carried out by a specialised technician who should make the mains
connections according to the following diagram.

L = brown
N = blue

= yellow-green

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(3 x 1 cable), keeping in mind that the end to

The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage to persons or
property caused by non-observance of the above instructions or

deriving from the tampering of even a single part of the hob.

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5 GAS CONNECTION

This appliance is suitable for installation with Natural
Gas or ULPG (propane/butane). Refer to pages 17
and 18 for the relevant burner pressure and
appropriate injector sizes. When the appliance is to be
connected to Natural Gas then the pressure regulator
supplied must be fitted to the gas inlet. A test point
(for checking the gas pressure) is supplied either
with the regulator or as a separate fitting in the case
of ULPG (propane/butane) appliances.
Connection of the appliance to the gas supply must be
in accordance with the requirements of AS5601. A
½” BSP connector at the inlet is recommended and the
gas supply line to the appliance must be of adequate
length to allow sufficient withdrawal of appliance for
service or disconnection and be:

1. annealed copper pipe or;

2. flexible hose according to AS/NZ1869 & be at least Class “B”, 10
mm diameter.

The appliance must be installed with provision to allow the gas to be turned off and
disconnected for servicing and removal of the appliance as required from the gas
supply. Before the appliance is operated make certain all relevant parts are placed
in the correct position. When the installation is completed the
installation connections of appliance will require to be leak tested, the burner
operating pressure and flame checked and adjusted. Warranty service calls do
not cover these adjustments! To check the operating pressure of the
appliance it is recommended at least 2 large size burners are used. Ensure
appliance is secured to wall when installation is completed. N.G. The regulator
supplied must be fitted to
the ½ BSP thread at the rear of the appliance. An approved manual shut-off valve
must be installed. The N.G. regulator must be checked and adjusted to

1.0kPa after installation.
U.L.P.G. Can be connected to the inlet fitting directly.
The pressure must be checked to ensure it is operating
at 2.75kPa. A separate test point fitting must
be installed between the piping & the appliance for
the pressure to be checked to ensure it is
operating at

2.75kPa.

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Installation with the flexible hose must be carried out so that the length
of the piping does not exceed 1.2 metres fully extended; make sure
that the hoses do not come into contact with moving parts and that they
are not crushed in any way.

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5.1 Connection to liquid gas

Use a pressure regulator and make the connection on the gas cylinder
following the guidelines established by the regulations in force.
Make sure that the feed pressure complies with the values indicated
in the table at point “5.3 Burner and nozzle characteristics table”.

5.2 Room ventilation

Caution – This hob may only be installed and operated in rooms
permanently ventilated in accordance with current regulations.
Refer to AS/NZS5601.

5.3 Combustion discharge

Combustion gases may be discharged by means of hoods connected
to a flue with reliable natural draught, or a fan extraction system.
An effective extraction system requires careful design by an
authorised specialist, and must comply with the regulation distances
and positions. After installation, the engineer must issue a certificate of
compliance.

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6 ADAPTATION TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS

Before performing any cleaning or maintenance work, disconnect
the appliance from the electrical socket.

The hob has been adjusted for natural gas at a pressure of 1.0 kPa. For
functioning with other types of gas the nozzles must be replaced
and the primary air adjusted.
To replace the nozzles and regulate the burners, you have to remove
the top as described in the following paragraph.

6.1 Removing the separable control panel (models with

separable control panel)

1. Remove the knobs and the knob guard
tube “A” by pulling them up;

2. Use a crosshead screwdriver to remove
the screws and the two
cylindrical supports “B”;

3. Raise the left-hand side of the control
panel slightly and shift it to the right
to remove it completely;

4. In models with electric hotplate, the body
of the pilot light has to be removed to free
the control panel;

6.2 Removing the hob (models with integrated control

panel)

1. Remove the knobs, the
griddles, the burner caps, the
flame caps and the two rear
plugs;

2. Remove the screws “A”
which fix the burner supports;

3. Raise the hob, sliding it off
the ignition plugs and/or the
thermocouples and the gas
tap rods;

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Burner

ULPG – 2.75 kPa

Nominal gas consumption

(MJ/h)

Injector

(mm)

Auxiliary

4.8

0.60

Semi rapid

5.9

0.65

Rapid

8.6

0.78

Rapid Large

9.5

0.85

Fish Pan

9.5

0.85

Wok

15.0

1.05

6.3 Adjustment for ULPG

Check that the connection has been made as described in the
“Gas connection” section.
Undo the screw “D” and push the air regulator “C” fully down. Use
a spanner to remove the nozzles “B” and fit those of suitable
type following the instructions given in the tables for bottled gas ULPG

2.75 kPa. The nozzle must not be tightened to a torque of over 3 Nm.

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Burner

NG – 1.0 kPa

Nominal gas consumption

(MJ/h)

Injector

(mm)

Auxiliary

4.8

0.98

Semi rapid

5.9

1.10

Rapid

8.6

1.25

Rapid Large

11.4

1.50

Fish Pan

11.4

1.50

Wok

15.0

1.70

6.4 Regulation for natural gas

The hob has been adjusted for natural gas at a pressure of 1.0kPa.
To allow the unit to work back with this type of gas, after it has been
adjusted for ULPG, perform the same operations described in
paragraph “5.3 Adjustment for ULPG”, but refer to the following table for
the proper injectors.

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7 FINAL OPERATIONS

Having carried out the above adjustments, reassemble the appliance
following, backwards, the instructions in paragraph “5.1 Removing the
separable control panel / 5.2 Removing the hob”.

7.1 Regulation of minimum for natural gas

Light the burner and take it to the minimum .
Remove the gas tap knob and turn the
adjustment screw at the side of the tap
shaft until there is a regular minimum flame.
Replace the knob and check burner flame
stability: (rapidly turning the knob from
maximum to minimum position, the flame
should not go out). Repeat the operation on all
the gas taps.

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7.2 Arrangement of the burners on the hob (Hob with

separable control panel)

60 cm. hob

BURNERS

1. Auxiliary

2. Semirapid r

3. Semirapid l

4. Rapid large

5. Wok

90 cm. hob

BURNERS

1. Auxiliary

2. Semirapid

3. Rapid

4. Fish burner

5. Wok

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7.3 Arrangement of the burners on the hob (Hob with

built-in control panel).

60 cm. hob

BURNERS

1. Auxiliary

2. Semirapid r

3. Semirapid l

4. Rapid

5.

Wok

7.4 Lubrication of gas taps

With time it may happen that the gas taps get blocked and hard to turn.
Clean them inside and re-grease them. This operation must be done
by an authorised person.

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8 USING THE HOB

Before turning on the burners, make sure that the
caps and grids have been fitted correctly.
In the ultrarapid burner, notch A must be aligned with
Grid C provided is intended for use with woks (Chinese pans).
Adapter D comes only with open grids models and is intended for use
with small sized vessels.

burne

r

rings,

pin

B.

8.1 Ignition of the burners

The device is fit with electronic ignition. Simply press
and simultaneously turn the knob counter-clockwise on the low point
flame symbol, until the burner is ignited. In models with safety valve,
the knob has to be turned to the ignition symbol before it is pressed,
and after ignition the knob has to be kept pressed for about 2
seconds to keep the flame lit and to activate the safety device.
The burner might go off when the knob is released. In this case repeat
the aforesaid operation keeping the knob pressed for more than
2 seconds.

Should the burners go off accidentally in the models with valves,
a safety device will trip after approximately 20 seconds to block the
gas outlet even if the cock is open.

8.2 Practical advice for using the burners

For better burner performance and minimum gas
consumption, flat bottomed, even pans must be used,
with covers and proportional in size to the burners (see
paragraph “7.3 Diameter of the pans”).

To avoid overcooking or damage to the surface

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while cooking, all pans or griddles must be positioned
within the cooking hob perimeter and must be
a minimum distance of 3-4 cm from the knobs.

8.3 Diameter of the pans

Burners Ø min. and max. (en cm.)
Auxiliary 12-14
Semirapid 16-20
Rapid medio 22-26
Rapid large -26
Ultrarapid 22-26
Fish burner Special oval-shaped vessels

8.4 Electric elements

8.4.1 Turning on electric elements

Hobs may be fitted with an electric element of varying
diameter. The electric element is controlled by a switch
and is turned on by rotating the appropriate knob to the
desired position.

8.4.2 Using the electric elements

The settings shown in the table are merely indicative.

POSITION HEAT

INTENSITY

0 Off
1 Wreak
2 Soft To heat larger amounts of liquid.

3 Slow stews, cooking at or just

POSSIBLE COOKING

To melt butter, chocolate, etc.
To heat small amounts of liquid.

To defrost frozen food and prepare
below boiling point.

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To cook food which has to reach
boiling point, to roast delicate meat
or fish.

For roasts, steaks and large boiled
joints.

To boil large amounts of water, to
fry.

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4 Medium

5 Strong

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6 Very strong

WARNING
When switching on the electric element for the
first time, or if the electric element has not been
used for a long time, to remove any
humidity from the insulating material it should
be dried out by placing the electric element on
position 1 for 30 minutes.

To use correctly remember to:

•

Switch the electric element only after having placed the pan on it.

•

Use flat and thick bottomed pans.

•

Never use pans which are smaller than the electric element.

•

Dry the bottom of the pan before placing it on the electric element.

•

When cooking with flammable oils and fats, never leave the

appliance.

•

The electric elements will stay hot for a long time after use: do not

touch them or place any objects on them.

•

If any dents appear in the electric element surface, switch it

off immediately and contact the nearest authorised servicing
centre.

•

Never place sheets of aluminium foil directly on the surface of the

hotplate.

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9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Never use a steam jet to clean the appliance.

Before any intervention, disconnect the power supply of the device.

9.1 Cleaning

Clean the cooking top regularly every time you use it, obviously after it
has cooled.

9.1.1 Regular daily cleaning of the hob

In order to clean and preserve the surface, always use specific
products only, which do not contain abrasive substances or
chlorine- based acid substances.
How to use: pour the product on a damp cloth and wipe the surface,
rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin.

9.1.2 Food stains or residues

Do not use metallic sponges or sharp scrapers: they
will damage the surface.
Use normal non-abrasive products and remove spots or
residuals with non-scratch sponges or, if need be, with wood
or plastic utensils.

Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin.

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9.2 Cleaning of cooking hob components

CAUTION: do not wash these components in a dishwasher.
In normal use of the hob, the stainless steel burner
pan- stands tend to be burnished by the high temperature. Clean these
parts using very fine abrasive sponges or similar commercial products.
Then use a specific paste polish to restore the steel’s shine. Your
local authorised after-sales technician is able to supply professional
products for appliance cleaning and care.

Grids, caps, flame cap crowns and burners can be
removed for ease of cleaning. Wash them in warm
water using a non-abrasive detergent, taking care
to remove all tough spots. Before remounting, allow
the components to fully dry out. In fact, humidity
residues inside the burner holes might impair burner
operation.

9.2.1 Ignition plugs and safety devices

For good functioning of the lighting ignition plugs and the safety
devices, keep them very clean.
Check frequently and clean with a damp cloth when necessary.

9.2.2 The electric element

After use, to make sure that the surfaces are clean and long lasting, the
electric element must be treated with specific cleaning products which
are available on the market. This necessary operation
prevents oxidisation (rust formation).

9.2.3 The cover

Clean the glass or steel cover, where mounted, with warm water. Never
use abrasive sponges or detergents.

Never lower the cover when burners or electric elements are on or
still hot.

Attention: the glass lid may break if overheated. Make sure that all the
burners are switched off and let them cool down before lovering the lid.

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9.2.4 Preventive maintenance

This appliance does not need any special maintenance. However, a few
simple operations have to be carried out periodically to prevent
malfunctioning:

Burners: the burners must be cleaned periodically to ensure correct
combustion; make sure that all the openings and flame ports are clean and
free of obstacles, and that the burners rest firmly on their supports.

Gas connection: the gas connection must be checked periodically. Flexible
pipes: if a flexible pipe is used, it must be inspected

periodically (once a year) for leakages: if the surface of the pipe
appears rigid and cracked, disconnect immediately the cooker from the gas
supply and replace the pipe with a new one.

Valves: if the gas valves get stuck or hard to turn, they need to be
cleaned and re-greased; this operation must be carried out by an
authorised person.

The flame is very long with
bright yellow tips.
Black deposits on the
bottom of the pans.

Defect of comburent air or
incorrect injectors.
Burner dirty or flame ports
obstructed.

Clean the burner.
Call Service Center if the
problem remains.

The flame is very
short and
noisy. The flame moves
away from the burner
ports.

Excess of comburent air.

Call Service Center.

The flame extinguishes
when the burner knob is
set to the low flame
position.

Incorrect adjustment of the
minimum heat input or
excess of comburent air.

Call Service Center.

The valve knob is hard to
rotate.

Gas valve worn out or
needs lubrification.

Call Service Center.

9.3 PROBLEMS AND CAUSES

Each of the following cases is caused by an abnormal operation of the
appliance and should be dealt with by a authorised persons:
please contact your local dealer or Service Center in case you detect
any of these malfunctioning.

PROBLEM CAUSE WHAT TO DO

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