Westinghouse WHEHP01KPK User Manual for WHEHP01KPK

ELECTRIC HOTPLATE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

220~240V

1500W

WHEHP01K

1500W

CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1 - 2

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SETUP AND USE

Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... . 4

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CLEANING AND CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 8-9

Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for
reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.

Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

DANGER – Immediate hazards

which WILL result in severe

personal injury or death .

WARNING

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe

practices which COULD result in

severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result

in minor personal injury.

***WARNING***

The temperature of accessible surfaces may be

hot whilst the electric hotplate is operating.

1. Read all instructions in this manual carefully before using your new electric
hotplate. Save these instructions.

2. Always use this electric hotplate with a power outlet of the voltage (AC. only)
marked on the back of the appliance.

3. This appliance is intended for non-commercial, indoors use only. Do not use this
appliance for anything other than its intended use.

4.

- the cord or plug is split, melted or damaged.

- the cooktop has malfunctioned.

- the cooktop has been damaged in any manner.

If any of the above incidents occur, return your electric hotplate to the nearest

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- cleaning

- moving it to storage

- not in use

DANGER: Do not operate the electric hotplate if:

authorised service center for examination, repair or adjustment .

DANGER: Always use this electric hotplate on a stable, heat resistant surface.
DANGER: Do not under any circumstances immerse the power cord, mains

plug or electric hotplate body in water or any other liquid.

WARNING: Incorrect operation and improper use may damage the cooktop or

parts thereof, and cause severe personal injury.

WARNING: When operating the electric hotplate, use the temp. control

knob only as some surfaces will become very hot whilst the cooktop is in use.

WARNING: Always ensure there is sufficient ventilation around the electric

hotplate when in use.

WARNING: Do not place the electric hotplate into the dishwasher.
WARNING: After wiping or cleaning the electric hotplate, ensure that the unit

is completely dry before use or storage.

WARNING: Do not place the electric hotplate on or near materials that could

easily catch fire

CAUTION: Care should be taken to ensure the air inlets and outlets are not

blocked. When heating, the cooktop must be placed at least 10cm from the wall.

CAUTION: If using plastic or nylon utensils do not leave in hot cooking vessel.
CAUTION: The electric hotplate must not be left unattended while it is

connected to the supply mains. Unplug the appliance from mains when:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

16.

- Burn your food.

- Cause food to boil over and spill onto the unit.

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18. This electric hotplate is not intended for use by persons (including children)

19. Children should be supervised not allowed to play with the electric hotplate.

20. Do not use the electric hotplate when children are in the vicinity.

21. Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove the

22. This electric hotplate is not intended to be operated by means of an external

23. Do not place your electric hotplate on or near a hot gas flame, electric element,

24. Do not place the electric hotplate on top of any other appliance.

25. Do not permit the mains supply cord or plug to touch a hot frypan or other hot

26. Do not allow the power cord of the elecgt

27. The electric hotplate must be used on a stable, heat-resistant surface.

28. Never carry or hang the electric hotplate for storage by the power cord.

29. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or any sharp instruments for cleaning

30. Immediately unplug the electric hotplate from mains power if malfunction

31. After use, wait for the electric hotplate to cool down before moving or storing.

WARNING: It is not recommended to use this unit at maximum temperature

for extended periods of time as it can:

CAUTION: Keep the electric hotplate out of reach of children less than 8

years old.

with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the electric hotplate in a safe way by the person responsible for their safety
and understand the hazards involved.

power plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.

tim

er or separate remote-control system.

heated oven or any hot surface.

objects, or allow the power cord to lay across the electric hotplate.

table or bench top.

the unit. When the unit is cool to touch, the outside surface may be wiped clean
with a soft, damp cloth or sponge and then dr
dishwashing detergent may be applied to the cloth or sponge but not directly
applied to the electric hotplate.

occurs.

ric hotplate to hang over the edge of a

ied thoroughly If necessary, a mild

32. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such
as:

- kitchen areas in shops,

staff

- farm houses;

residential

- by in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

clients

and other working environments;

- bed and breakfast type environments.

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Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels

or other flammable material during use.

34. Do not operate the appliance inside appliance cabinet or under a wall cabinet.

35. Never leave oil or fat that is being heated unattended. This is a fire risk.

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