Whirlpool AKM 260/NA, AKM 174 WH, AKM 373/IX, AKM 251/IX, AKM 370/WH/01 User manual

BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB	Page 53

SUGGESTIONS FOR ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	Page 53

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE	Page 53

ENERGY SAVING TIPS	Page 54

CARE AND MAINTENANCE	Page 54

TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE	Page 55

AFTER-SALES SERVICE	Page 55

INSTALLATION	Page 56

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BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB

xTo get full satisfaction of your cooking hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future consultation.

xKeep the packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

xCheck whether the cooking hob has been damaged during transport.

xEnsure that the installation and gas/ electrical connections are performed by a qualified technician, following the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with current local safety regulations.

SUGGESTIONS FOR ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

1.Packaging

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and is marked with the recycling symbol Ù, which identifies it as a type of material that must be sent to local waste-disposal centres.

2.Product

The cooking hob is made out of recyclable material. When scrapping it, comply with local waste-disposal regulations. Before disposing of it, cut its power cable off in order to render it inoperative.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE

xBefore any cleaning or maintenance operation, disconnect the cooking hob from mains power supply.

xThe use of a gas appliance produces heat and humidity in the room. Ensure that the room is well ventilated, or install an extractor hood with exhaust duct.

xIn case of prolonged use, additional ventilation may be needed (opening a window or increasing the extraction force of the hood).

xKeep children away from the cooking hob when it is in use.

xAfter use, ensure that the knobs are in position x (off), and close the main gas delivery valve or the gas cylinder valve.

xCaution: the lid (where present) might break if overheated. Before closing it, make sure that all the burners are off.

xWarning: The protective rubber feet on the panstand grids represent a choking hazard for young children.

After cleaning the panstand grids, please ensure that all the rubber feet are correctly fitted.

Declaration of conformity n

xThis cooking hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs, and complies with EEC Directive 89/109.

xThis cooking hob (class 3) has been designed to be used only for cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous.

xThis cooking hob has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with:

-safety requirements of EEC Directive “Gas” 90/396;

-safety requirements of EEC Directive “Low voltage” 73/23;

-protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC” 89/336;

-requirements of EEC Directive 93/68.

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ENERGY SAVING TIPS

xThe cooking hob is equipped with burners and/or a hotplate with different diameters. Use pots and pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that of the burners and hotplate, or slightly larger.

xOnly use flat-bottomed pots and pans.

xThe pots and pans must not overlap the control panel.

Burner	Diameter of container
Large (9,1 cm)	24 to 26 cm
Medium (6,4 cm)	16 to 22 cm
Small (4,5 cm)	8 to 14 cm
Triple crown (12 cm)	24 to 26 cm

xIf possible, keep the container covered when cooking.

xCook vegetables, potatoes, etc. with a small amount of water in order to cut down cooking time.

xA pressure cooker allows you to save even more energy and time.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the cooking hob surface, panstand grids and control panel

xBefore cleaning the cooking hob, disconnect it from mains power supply and wait until it has cooled down.

xWipe with a cloth moistened with hot water and soap or diluted liquid detergent.

xDo not use abrasive or corrosive products, chlorine products or steel wool.

xDo not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc., on the cooking hob.

Stainless steel surface

x Clean with a specific commercial product.

Note: if the cooking hob is used continuously, the high temperatures produced by the flames may alter the colour of the surface near the burners.

Cleaning the burners

1.Raise the cap and remove it.

2.Extract the burner from its housing by pulling it up.

3.Soak the burner and the cap in hot water and liquid detergent. (Do not wash into a dishwasher).

4.Rinse out and dry carefully.

5.Ensure that none of its openings is clogged.

6.Reposition the burner and cap.

Note: to avoid damaging the electric ignition device, do not use it when the burners are not in their housing.

Cleaning the electric hotplate

The electric hotplate must be cleaned when it is lukewarm.

Wipe with a cloth moistened with water and salt, and polish with a cloth moistened with oil.

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