Whirlpool AKC 830C/BLM, User Manual

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Instructions for use
The hob control knobs
The symbols on the control knobs mean the following:
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no gas flow
maximum gas flow
Minimum gas flow
All operating positions must be set between the
maximum and minimum flow settings, and never
between the maximum setting and the closed
position.
(Symbol present on version with lighting
integrated in the Control knob)
Dual triple flame version
●
no gas flow
maximum gas flow from central burner
minimum gas flow from central burner
maximum gas flow from outer and central burners simultaneously
minimum gas flow from outer and central burners simultaneously
Lighting the burners
To obtain a flame more easily, light the burner before placing a cooking
utensil on the pan stand
To light a burner, proceed as follow: for Version with lighting integrated in
the control knob push the knob of the burner fully down and turn it
anticlockwise to the “maximum flow” setting symbol, or press the button
if the appliance has individual lighting.
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After lighting the flame, keep the knob pressed for about 10 seconds: this
time is necessary to heat up the “thermocouple” (Fig.1-C) and activate the safety
valve, which would otherwise cut off the gas flow.
Then check that the flame is even and turn the control knob to adjust the
flame as required
In the instance of a power cut, place a flame near the burner and proceed as already
described.
If the flame does not light after a few attempts, check that the “burner cap” and