• The use of a gas appliance produces heat and humidity in the room. Make sure the room is well-ventilated, or
install an extractor hood with exhaust duct.
•
Domestic animals should be kept away from the appliance.
• In case of prolonged use, additional ventilation may be necessary (by opening a window or increasing the hood
extraction speed).
• After use, make sure the knobs are in off position and close the main gas supply cock or the gas cylinder valve.
•
Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Always remain vigilant when cooking foods rich in fat, oil or alcohol
(e.g. rum, cognac, wine).
• Keep the packaging materials out of the reach of children.
• Before cleaning or maintenance wait for hob to cool down.
•
Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish
a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.
•
Danger of fire: do not store items on.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
After unpacking the hob, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service.
These instructions are only valid for the countries whose symbols is given on the data plate (under the hob).
TECHNICAL INFORMATION FOR THE INSTALLER
• This product can be embedded in a worktop 20 to 50 mm thick.
•
If there is no oven beneath the hob, insert a separator panel that has a surface at least equal to the opening in the work surface. This panel, that has
to close completely the cutout in order to avoid any contact with the bottom part of the hob, must be positioned at a maximum distance of 150 mm
below the upper surface of the work surface but, in no case less than 20 mm from the bottom of the hob. In the case that you intend to install an oven
beneath the hob, make sure that it is manufactured by Whirlpool and equipped with a cooling system. The manufacturer declines all liability if another
brand oven is installed beneath the hob.
• Before installation, make sure that:
-
the local gas delivery conditions (nature and pressure) are compatible with the settings of the hob (see the rating plate and injector table);
- the outer surfaces of the furniture or appliances adjacent to the hob are heat resistant according to local regulations;
- this appliance is not connected to a fume exhaust device. It shall be installed in accordance with current installation regulations. Particular attention shall be given
to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
- combustion products are discharged outdoors through specific hoods or wall and/or window mounted electrical fans.
GAS CONNECTION
This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.
•
The gas supply system must comply with local regulations.
•
You can find specific local regulations for some countries in the paragraph “Reference to Local Regulations”.If no
information concerning your Country is given, please ask details to your Installer.
• The connection of the hob to the gas pipe network or gas cylinder must be made by means of a rigid copper or
steel pipe with fittings complying with local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface stainless steel hose
complying with local regulations. Interpose gasket (
B
) in the elbow connection.The maximum length of the hose is 2 m.
• FOR BELGIUM ONLY:
It is necessary to replace the elbow connection (A) on the appliance, with the one supplied (if present).
IMPORTANT: if a stainless steel hose is used, it must be installed so as not to touch any mobile part of the furniture. It must pass through an area where
there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its length.
•
After connection to the gas supply, check for leaks with soapy water. Light up the burners and turn the knobs from max position
to minimum position to check
flame stability.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
.
This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.
•
The electrical connections must comply with local regulations.
•
The earthing of this appliance is compulsory by law.
• Do not use an extension cord.
•
IMPORTANT: the data relevant to the voltage and power absorption are indicated on the rating plate.
WARNING
L
Earth
(yellow/green)
N
WARNING
WARNING
