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Operating instructions

Gas hob
KM 417

To avoid the risk of accidents or
damage to the appliance it is

essential

to read these

instructions before it is installed
or used for the first time.

M.-Nr. 05 721 920

Summary of Contents for KM 417

Page 1: ...rating instructions Gas hob KM 417 To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed or used for the first time GZ M Nr 05 721 920 ...

Page 2: ... the first time 11 Using the gas hob 12 Switching on Switching off Controls 12 Pans 13 Safety cut out 14 Use during a power cut 14 Cleaning and care 15 General notes 15 E Cloth 15 Pan supports controls 16 Ceramic surface 16 Burners 17 Problem solving guide 19 Connection to services 20 Gas connection 20 Electrical connection 21 After sales service 23 Data plate 23 Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...gnitor fBurner base gMains connection cable Control knobs hFront left iBack left jBack right kFront right Depending on country of destination the appliance may be supplied with or without a plug The plug shown is for illustration only Description of the appliance 3 ...

Page 4: ...er cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect installation or connection The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with local and national safety regulations It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and tested regularly and where there is any doubt the hou...

Page 5: ... e g an extractor If the hob is used for very long periods of time additional ventilation of the room may be necessary e g by opening windows or doors or running the extractor on the highest setting This appliance must not be set up or operated in the open air Make sure all the components of the gas burner have been correctly assembled before switching on When using a cooker hood over the gas hob ...

Page 6: ...hildren well away from the appliance at all times Do not store anything which might arouse a child s interest in storage areas above or next to the appliance Otherwise they could be tempted into climbing onto the appliance with the risk of burning themselves Keep all pans out of reach of children Turn pan handles inwards away from the edge of the hob Danger of burning or scalding Special hob guard...

Page 7: ...er vermin will not be covered by the appliance guarantee Protection from burning The appliance gets hot when in use and remains hot for quite a while after being switched off Do not touch it whilst it is still hot To avoid burning yourself use oven gloves Ensure that these do not come into contact with the flames Do not use large cloths tea towels or similar as the ends could touch the flames and ...

Page 8: ...od above on fire Always heat fat slowly watching as it heats If despite this oil or fat does catch fire do not attempt to put out the flames with water Use a suitable fire extinguisher or fire blanket saucepan lid damp towel or similar to smother the flames Do not flambé under a cooker hood The flames could set the cooker hood on fire Ensure that the flames from the burner do not spread out beyond...

Page 9: ...orised by the manufacturer Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated Further safety notes When using an electric socket near the appliance care should be taken that the cable of the electrical appliance does not come into contact with the hot appliance The insulation on the cable could become damaged giving rise to an electric shock hazard Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated Ma...

Page 10: ...d or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are however essential for the correct functioning of your appliance Please do not therefore dispose of your old appliance with your household waste Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection recycling centre and ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored ...

Page 11: ...ld solution of hot water and washing up liquid Wipe dry and reassemble in the correct order see Cleaning and care Clean the ceramic surface with a damp cloth only and then wipe dry Do not use washing up liquid to clean the ceramic surface as it can leave a blue sheen which may be difficult to remove Metal components have a protective coating which may give off a slight smell when heated up for the...

Page 12: ...pressed in you can continue turning it towards the small flame symbol Control the flame so that it does not spread out beyond the sides of the pan As the outer part of the flame is much hotter than the centre the tips of the flames should stay beneath the pan base Flame tips which extend beyond the sides of the pan merely warm up the air in the room and can also damage pan handles and increase the...

Page 13: ...r the food frequently Any heat resistant pans can be used on a gas burner Remember when purchasing new pans that manufacturers usually refer to the diameter at the top of the pan in their documentation Refer to the chart above and ensure that the pan diameter falls within the minimum and maximum diameters given for the burner you are using A pan which is too small will be unstable on the pan suppo...

Page 14: ...fety cut out operates independently from the electricity supply This means that it is still active when the hob is used during a power cut see Use during a power cut Use during a power cut If there is an interruption to the electricity supply the gas can be ignited with a match Press in the relevant control and turn it anti clockwise to the large gas symbol Hold the control pressed in and light th...

Page 15: ...ents containing sand soda alkalines acids or chlorides grill and ovensprays dishwasher detergent stain or rust removers scouring agents or cream cleaners abrasive sponges and brushes Do not use washing up liquid to clean the ceramic surface as it can leave a blue sheen which may be difficult to remove The ceramic surface can be cleaned using a proprietary cleaning agent for ceramic surfaces Follow...

Page 16: ...th Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade Then apply a few drops of a proprietary cleaning agent for ceramic surfaces using a soft cloth or kitchen paper towel This way any limescale deposits caused for example by water boiling over are removed Finally wipe the hob surface with a damp cloth and then dry it with a clean soft cloth Note that some cleaning agents contai...

Page 17: ...em all thoroughly Make sure that the flame holes are clean and completely dry The surface of the burner cap will gradually become more matt with time This is quite normal and will not affect the operation of the hob Wipe the fixed parts of the burner base with a damp cloth and dry afterwards Gently wipe the ignitor and the ignition safety device with a well wrung out cloth and wipe dry with a clea...

Page 18: ...nition safety device extend through their respective holes in the burner head The burner head must click into place correctly Replace the burner cap b ensuring that the locating tabs fit into the notches in the burner head Important replace parts in the correct order after cleaning 1 Do not replace the parts upside down 2 The locating tabs must fit exactly into the notches Cleaning and care 18 ...

Page 19: ... is dry and clean The flame slits are clean and unblocked The mains fuse has blown If this is the case call an electrician or the Service Department The gas can be lit with a match See Use during a power cut the gas flame goes out after being lit Check whether the burner cover is correctly assembled the ignitor on the burner does not spark Check whether food deposits have lodged themselves between...

Page 20: ...on with the type of gas quoted on the hob data plate The gas installation must be made in such a way that the isolating valve is visible and easily accessible after the appliance has been built in Corgi regulations state that a pressure test nipple must be installed near a gas hob to allow an engineer to test the pressure following servicing This gas hob is normally suitable for connection to eith...

Page 21: ... Ensure that these match the household mains supply Connection should be made via a suitable isolator or a double pole fused spur connection unit which complies with national and local safety regulations and the on off switch should be easily accessible after the appliance has been built in If the switch is not accessible after installation depending on country an additional means of disconnection...

Page 22: ...hat this basic safety requirement is tested regularly and if there is any doubt the electrical wiring in the home should be tested by a qualified electrician The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system such as an electric shock The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage which is the direct or indirect result of incorrect installation or conne...

Page 23: ...ment please quote the model and serial number of your appliance These are given on the data plate Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service Data plate Space in which to stick the extra data plate supplied with the appliance Ensure that the model number is the same as the one on the front of these operating instructions After sales service 23 ...

Page 24: ...Alteration rights reserved 4404 M Nr 05 721 920 05 en ...

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