14
SPECIAL WARNINGS AND FAULT REPORTING
Important
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During the warranty period, only a service center authorized by the manufacturer
may carry out any repairs.
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Before making any repairs, make sure the appliance is disconnected from the
power mains either by removing the fuse or by disconnecting the power plug from
the wall outlet.
▪
Unauthorized tampering with and repairs of the kitchen range (cooking hob) can
result in electric shock or short circuit; hence, do not attempt to perform any
repairs by yourselves. Leave such tasks to an expert or an authorized service unit.
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In case of minor faults or problems with the appliance operation, check the
following instructions to see whether you can eliminate the causes by yourselves.
A visit by a service technician during the warranty period will be charged if the
appliance is not functioning because of improper use. Store these instructions in a
place where they are always readily accessible; if pas the appliance on to another
person, the instructions should also be included.
Following is some advice on rectifying some common problems.
Problem
Possible cause
Elimination
The flame is
uneven / unstable
Wrong gas power
setting.
Have an expert check he
gas pipeline!
The flame from the
burners
suddenly changes
Wrongly assembled
parts of the kitchen hob
Assemble the burner
correctly.
Burner ignition
takes more time
Wrongly assembled
parts of the kitchen hob
Assemble the burner
correctly.
The flame is
extinguished
shortly after
ignition
Knob pressed too short
or to weakly.
Keep the knob depressed
for a longer period of
time. Before releasing it,
pres it harder.
The grid has
discolored in the
burner area
This is a commonplace
phenomenon resulting
from high temperature
Clean the grid with a
metal care detergent.
Electric power
supply in general
is interrupted
The fuse may be blown
Check the fuse in the
fuse box and replace it if
it is blown
Electric ignition of
the burners no
longer works
There are food or
detergent
residues between the
spark
plug and the burner
Open and carefully clean
the
opening between the
spark plug
and the burner
If the burner cover
looks unappealing
Regular dirt
Clean the burner covers
with a metal care
detergent.
If the problem persists despite observing the instructions above, call an authorized
service technician. Elimination of any errors or warranty claims that resulted from
improper connection or use of the appliance is not covered by our warranty. In such
cases, the costs of repair are borne by the user.
The Manufacturer strives for continuous improvements. For this reason,
the text and illustrations in this book are subject to change without notice.
