Operating the hotplate
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9 Operating the hotplate
You can find out everything you need to know about
operating your hotplate here.
9.1 Fitting burner parts
You can find out how to correctly position the burner
parts here.
Requirement:
Ensure that the burner parts are clean
and dry.
1.
Ensure that the individual parts of the burners are fit-
ted in their exact position and are straight; other-
wise, this may result in ignition problems or prob-
lems during operation.
2.
Position the burner lid precisely on the burner head.
9.2 Important information about the gas hob
Follow these instructions when using your gas hob.
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A slight whistling when operating the burner is nor-
mal.
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Odour formation during the first uses is normal. This
does not indicate a risk or malfunction. It will stop
after a while.
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An orange flame is normal. This is caused by dust
in the air, overflowing liquids, etc.
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If the burner's flame accidentally goes out, switch off
the burner's selector and wait at least 1 minute be-
fore igniting the burner again.
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A few seconds after switching off the hob, you may
hear noises, such as a slight clicking, from the
burner. This is not unusual, but shows that the pilot
is deactivated.
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Keep the ignition plugs clean. If the ignition plugs
are dirty, the igniter is damaged. Clean the ignition
plugs regularly with a small, metal-free brush. En-
sure that the ignition plugs are not exposed to any
heavy knocks.
9.3 Operating the hotplate
You can ignite the gas burner as follows.
WARNING ‒ Risk of fire!
Escaping gas may ignite.
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If the burner does not ignite after 15 seconds, turn
the control knob to the "Off" position and open the
door or window in the room. Wait at least one
minute before igniting the burner again.
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In the event of the burner flames being accidentally
extinguished, turn off the burner control and do not
attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one
minute.
ATTENTION!
The burner may not ignite or the burner flame is not
even.
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Ensure that the hotplate burners are clean and dry.
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The burner cup and burner cover must be in exactly
the right position.
The burner may go out accidentally.
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If the burner's flame accidentally goes out, switch off
the burner's selector and wait at least one minute
before igniting the burner again.
1.
Place suitable cookware on the pan support.
2.
Press and hold the selector for the required burner
and turn it to .
3.
With the hotplate selector pushed in, press .
a
The gas begins to flow out and the gas burner ig-
nites.
4.
Press and hold the hotplate selector for approx. 1–3
seconds.
a
The safety pilot is therefore activated. If the gas
flame goes out, the gas supply is automatically shut
off by the safety pilot.
5.
Set the desired flame size.
The flame is not stable between settings Off and .
You must therefore always choose a position
between the large flame and small flame.
6.
Check whether the flame is burning.
If the flame is not burning, repeat the steps.
7.
To end the cooking process:
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Turn the hotplate selector clockwise to .
9.4 Manually igniting the appliance
Note:
In the event of a power cut, you can light the
burners manually.
1.
Place suitable cookware on the pan support.
2.
Push in the selector for your chosen burner and turn
it anti-clockwise to the power level you require.
Press and hold the selector.
3.
Light the burner with a gas lighter or a match. Keep
the selector pressed in for a few seconds after igni-
tion.
