WHIRLPOOL AKM 260/NB User Manual
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EN
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
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Before using the appliance, read these safety
instructions. Keep them nearby for future
reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide
important safety warnings, to be observed at all
times. The manufacturer declines any liability for
failure to observe these safety instructions, for
inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect
setting of controls.
These instructions are valid if the country
symbol appears on the appliance. If the symbol
doesn't appear on the appliance, it is necessary to
refer to the technical instructions which will
provide the necessary instructions concerning
modication of the appliance to the conditions of
use of the country.
CAUTION : The use of the gas cooking appliance
results in the production of heat, moisture and
products of combustion in the room in which it is
installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated
especially when the appliance is in use: keep
natural ventilation holes open or install a
mechanical ventilation device (mechanical
extractor hood). Prolonged intensive use of the
appliance may call for additional ventilation, for
example opening of the window, or more eective
ventilation,increasing the level of mechanical
ventilation where present.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care should be taken to
avoid touching heating elements. Children less
than 8 years of age must be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
WARNING : If the hob surface is cracked, don’t
use the appliance – risk of electrical shock.
WARNING : Danger of re : Do not store items on
the cooking surfaces.
CAUTION : The cooking process has to be
supervised. A short cooking process has to be
supervised continuously.
WARNING : Unattended cooking on a hob with
fat or oil can be dangerous – risk of re. NEVER try
to extinguish a re with water, but switch o the
appliance and then cover ame e.g. with a lid or a
re blanket.
Do not use the hob as a work surface or support.
Keep clothes or other ammable materials away
from the appliance, until all the components have
cooled down completely – risk of re.
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a re or explosion , may result causing
property damage or injury.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept
away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years)
should be kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old
and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge can use this appliance only if they
are supervised or have been given instructions on
safe use and understand the hazards involved.
Children must not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be
carried out by children without supervision.
CAUTION : In case of hotplate glass breakage:shut immediately o all burners and any electrical
heating element and isolate the appliance from the
power supply; - do not touch the appliance surface;
-do not use the appliance.
The glass lid can break in if it is heated up. Turn o
all the burners and the electric plates before
closing the lid. Do not shout down lid when burner
alight.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: the appliance is not intended to be
operated by means of an external switching device,
such as a timer, or separate remote controlled
system.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as: sta
kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels,
motels, bed & breakfast and other residential
environments.
No other use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms).
This appliance is not for professional use. Do not
use the appliance outdoors.
Use pots and pans with bottoms the same width
as that of the burners or slightly larger (see specic
table). Make sure pots on the grates do not
protrude beyond the edge of the hob.
Improper use of the grids can result in damage
to the hob: do not position the grids upside down
or slide them across the hob.
Do not let the burner ame extend beyond the edge of the pan.
Do not use : Cast iron griddles, ollar stones, terracotta pots and pans.
Heat diusers such as metal mesh, or any other types. Two burners
simultaneously for one receptacle (e.g. Fish kettle).
Should particular local conditions of the delivered gas make the ignition
of burner dicult, it is advisable to repeat the operation with the knob
turned to small ame setting.
In case of installation of a hood above the cooktop, please refer to the
hood instructions for the correct distance.
The protective rubber feet on the grids represent a chocking hazard for
young children. After removing the grids, please ensure that all the feet
are correctly tted.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed by
two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective
gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and
electrical connections, and repairs must be carried
out by a qualied technician. Do not repair or
replace any part of the appliance unless specically
stated in the user manual. Keep children away from
the installation site. After unpacking the appliance,
make sure that it has not been damaged during
transport. In the event of problems, contact the
dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once
installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts
etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of
suocation. The appliance must be disconnected
from the power supply before any installation
operation - risk of electrical shock. During
installation, make sure the appliance does not
damage the power cable - risk of re or electrical
shock. Only activate the appliance when the
installation has been completed.
The electrical and gas connections must comply
with local regulation.
WARNING : Modication of the appliance and its
method of installation are essential in order to use
the appliance safely and correctly in all the
additional countries.
Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas
pressure indicated in the instruction.
The room must be equipped with an air
extraction system that expels any combustion
fumes.
The room must also allow proper air circulation,
as air is needed for combustion to occur normally.
The ow of air must not be less than 2 m3/h per kW
of installed power.
The air circulation system may take air directly
from the outside by means of a pipe with an inner
cross section of at least 100 cm2; the opening must
not be vulnerable to any type of blockages.
The system can also provide the air needed for
combustion indirectly, i.e. from adjacent rooms
tted with air circulation tubes as described above.
However, these rooms must not be communal
rooms, bedrooms or rooms that may present a re
hazard.
Liquid petroleum gas sinks to the oor as it is
heavier than air. Therefore, rooms containing LPG
cylinders must also be equipped with vents to
allow gas to escape in the event of a leak. As a
result LPG cylinders, whether partially or
completely full, must not be installed or stored in
rooms or storage areas that are below ground level
(cellars, etc.). It is advisable to keep only the cylinder
being used in the room, positioned so that it is not
subject to heat produced by external sources
(ovens, replaces, stoves, etc. ) which could raise
the temperature of the cylinder above 50°C.
Carry out all cabinet cutting works before tting
the appliance in the furniture and remove all wood
chips and sawdust.
If the appliance is Not installed above an oven, a
separator panel (not included) must be installed in
the compartment under the appliance.
Should you experience diculty in turning the burners knobs, please
contact After Sales Service for replacement of the burner tap if found to
be faulty.
The openings used for the ventilation and dispersion of heat must never
be covered.
GAS CONNECTION
WARNING : Prior to installation, ensure that the
local distribution conditions (nature of gas and gas
pressure) and the adjustment of the appliance are
compatible.
Check that the pressure of the gas supply is
consistent with the values indicated in Table 1
(“Burner and nozzle specications”).
WARNING : The adjustment conditions for this
appliance are stated on the label (or data plate).
WARNING : This appliance is not connected to a
combustion products evacuation device. It shall be
installed and connected in accordance with current
installation regulations. Particular attention shall be
given to the relevant requirements regarding
ventilation.
If the appliances is connected to liquid gas, the
regulation screw must be fastened as tightly as
possible.
IMPORTANT : When gas cylinder is adopted, the
gas cylinder or gas container must be properly
settled (vertical orientation).
WARNING : This operation must be performed
by a qualied technician
Use only exible or rigid metal hose for gas
connection.
Connection with a rigid pipe (copper or steel)
Connection to the gas system must be carried out
in such a way as not to place any strain of any kind
on the appliance. There is an adjustable L-shaped
pipe tting on the appliance supply ramp and this
is tted with a seal in order to prevent leaks. The
seal must always be replaced after rotating the
pipe tting (the seal is provided with the
appliance). The gas supply pipe tting is a threaded
1/2 gas cylindrical male attachment.
Connecting a exible jointless stainless steel
pipe to a threaded attachment The gas supply pipe
tting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical male
attachment. These pipes must be installed so that
they are never longer than 2000 mm when fully
extended. Once connection has been carried out,
make sure that the exible metal pipe does not
touch any moving parts and is not compressed.
Only use pipes and seals that comply with current
National regulations.
IMPORTANT : If a stainless steel hose is used, it
must be installed so as not touch any mobile part
of the furniture (e.g. drawer). It must pass through
an area where there are no obstructions and where
it is possible to inspect it on all its length.
The appliance should be connected to the main
gas supply or to gas cylinder in compliance with
the current National regulations. Before carry out
the connection, make sure that the appliance is
compatible with the gas supply you wish to use. If
this is not the case, follow the instructions indicated
in the paragraph “Adapting to dierent types of
gas”.
After connection to the gas supply, check for
leaks with soapy water. Light up the burners and
turn the knobs from max position 1* to minimum
position 2* to check ame stability.
ADAPTING TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS
In order to adapt the appliance to a type of gas
other than the type for which it was manufactured
(indicated on the rating label), follow the dedicated
steps provided after installation drawings.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: The data relevant to the voltage an
power absorptions are indicated on the rating
plate.
The power cable must be long enough to
connect the appliance, once tted in its housing, to
the main power supply. Do not pull the power
supply cable.
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is
accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket in accordance with the
wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed in
conformity with national electrical safety standards.
Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or
adapters. The electrical components must not be
accessible to the user after installation. Do not use
the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do
not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or
if it has been damaged or dropped.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced with an identical one by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard - risk of electrical shock.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched
o and disconnected from the power supply
before performing any maintenance operation;
never use steam cleaning equipment - risk of
electric shock.
Do not use abrasive or corrosive products,
chlorine-based cleaners or pan scourers.
DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS
The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the
recycle symbol .
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of
responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations
governing waste disposal.
DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials.
Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of
household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the
collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased
the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European
Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
negative consequences for the environment and human health.
The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation
indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be
taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Use pots and pans with bottom width equal to that of the cooking zone.
Only use at-bottomed pots and pans.
When possible, keep pot lids on during cooking.
Use a pressure cooker to save even more energy and time.
Place the pot in the middle of the cooking zone marked on the hob.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This appliance meets the Ecodesign requirements set out in European
Regulation n.66/2014, in conformity to the European standard EN 30-2-1.
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