Whirlpool AKT 320 IX User Manual
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AKT 320 / IX STEAK PLATE OPERATION
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5019 319 01348 To get full satisfaction from the hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future consultation.
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• To use the Ceramic Steak Plate turn the knob clockwise
and position at the required power setting.
• To switch off the hob return the knob(s) to position “0”.
• The hob is provided with 1 indicator light showing when
the Ceramic steak plate is switched ON.
Make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating
plate corresponds to the mains voltage. The technical
data stated on the rating plate underneath the hob are
also provided below:
DIMENSIONS OF COOKING HOB AND WORKTOP (mm)
1. Radiant cooking zone
2. Power indicator light
3. Cooking zone control knob
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Supply voltage Conductors: number and size
230 ~ + H05 RR-F 3 x 1.5 mm2
Type PLAVD 230 V ~ 50 Hz 1.3 kW
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of packaging
• The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and is
marked with the recycling symbol .
• Do not dispose of the various packaging materials
carelessly, but do so responsibly and in full compliance
with local authority regulations governing waste
disposal.
Disposal of old household appliances
• This appliance is marked according to the European
directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product
is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health.
The symbol on the product, or on the documents
accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance
may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Dispose of in accordance with local standards governing
waste disposal.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and
recycling of this product, contact the relevant local
authority, household waste collection service, or the
outlet at which the product was purchased.
WARNINGS
• Avoid whenever possible spillage of liquids on the steak
plate when still warm.
• The steak plate is designed exclusively for domestic use
to cook food. Any other use is prohibited. The
manufacturer declines all liability for inappropriate use
or incorrect settings of controls.
• Avoid exposure of steak plate to atmospheric agents.
• Any repairs or operations must be performed
exclusively by an authorised technician.
• Avoid touching the hob with parts of the body when
wet and never use when barefoot.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
unless they have been given initial supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• When the hob is in use, accessible parts become
very hot. To avoid burns, keep children away from
the appliance.
• The hob should not be used by children or infirm
persons without supervision.
• Make sure that children do not play with the
appliance.
• After use, ensure that the knobs are in position “0”.
• Make sure that the electrical wires of other electrical
appliances near the hob do not come into contact with
hot parts.
• Always supervise cooking when using large quantities of
grease or oil. Oil and grease can overheat and set fire!
• Do not use the hob surface as a support or work
surface
• Never place plastic, aluminium foil, cloths, paper, etc.
on or near the hotplates. /cooking zones when still hot.
BEFORE USING THE CERAMIC STEAK PLATE
Before use, remove the following:
- adhesive labels on the top of the hob;
- protective card and plastic film;
- Check whether the hob has been damaged during
transport. If in doubt, contact the After Sales centre.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Important: never clean the appliance with high pressure
water or steam cleaning equipment.
• Clean the hob when it is cool, after each use. This will
prevent the build-up of dirt and make cleaning easier.
• Use a clean cloth, absorbent kitchen wipes and washing
up liquid or a specific glass ceramic cleaner.
• Clean stainless steel surface with a specific commercial
product.
• Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as
vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc., on the cooking hob.
• Food spills should be cleaned off before they bake onto
the steak plate glass-ceramic surface.
• Do not put any object on the cooktop which can melt
with heat such as plastic objects, aluminium foil or foods
containing sugar. Should anything melt on the steak
plate, remove it immediately using a special scraper to
prevent any irreversible damage to the glass ceramic
surface.
• Do not use abrasive products, chloride based
corrosives, oven-cleaner spray or pan scourers for
cleaning the plates.
• Prolonged use of the hob may alter the colour of the
glass ceramic surface due to the high temperatures
reached.
• Acid substances such as lemon juice, tomato, vinegar or
similar, make the surface opaque if not removed for a
long time.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The steak plate does not work:
- Check for the presence of mains electrical power.
- Set the knob to “0” and switch on the hob again to
ensure that the fault has been remedied.
The steak plate does not turn off:
- disconnect the hob immediately by disconnecting the
power cable from the socket.
ACCESSORIES:
• The glass cover can be ordered via the After Sales
Service, with the code: AMC 966 NB (New Black)
AMC 966 MR (Mirror).
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
• See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help
of the suggestions given in chapter “Troubleshooting
Guide”.
If after the above checks the fault persists, contact the
nearest After-sales Service.
Please give:
• a brief description of the fault;
• the type and exact model of the hob;
• the service number (i.e., the number that follows the
word SERVICE on the rating plate, located under the
hob). The service number is also indicated on the
warranty booklet;
• your full address;
• your telephone number and area code.
If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised
After-sales Service (to guarantee that original spare parts
will be used and repairs carried out correctly).
Failure to comply with these instructions may
compromise the safety and quality of the product.
INSTALLATION
Recommendations
Important: Before any installation or maintenance
operation, disconnect the steak plate from the mains
power supply.
• Electrical connections must be made before connecting
the appliance to the electricity supply.
• Installation must be performed by a qualified technician
according to the manufacturer's instructions and current
local regulations.
• After unpacking the steak plate, check that there has
been no damage during transport. If in doubt, contact
the nearest dealer or Authorised After Sales
Service.
Preparation of fitted cabinet
• Perform all required cuts on the work top before
inserting the appliance. Carefully remove all chips or
residue which could impair efficient operation of the
appliance.
• The hob must be recessed in a work top with a
thickness of min. 30 and max. 50 mm.
• Insert a separator panel at a minimum distance of
20 mm from the bottom of the steak plate, so that it is
not accessible to the user.
• If the hob is to be fitted above an oven, the latter must
be produced by the same manufacturer and equipped
with a cooling system.
• Never place other materials between the steak plate
and oven (e.g. cross-members, insulation, etc.).
• If the steak plate is to be installed next to a column unit,
leave a distance of at least 100 mm from the steak plate
edge.
• Make an opening in the worktop, observing the
dimensions specified.
• Fit the seal supplied onto the hob (if not already
present), after carefully cleaning the application surface.
ASSEMBLY:
After having cleaned the perimeter surface, apply the
supplied gasket to the hob as shown in the figure.
Important: before installing the steak plate, remove any
plastic protection film applied.
Ensure that the opening made in the worktop to house the
steak plate corresponds to the dimensional drawing
specifications, within the relative tolerances.
Never force the steak plate into the worktop.
•For installation, use the relative brackets and screws
supplied.
1. Position the hob in the work top opening made respecting
the dimension indicated on first page.
NOTE: The power supply cable must be long enough to
permit its upward extraction.
2. To secure the hob, use the brackets (A) provided with it.
3. Fit the brackets into the relevant bores shown by the
arrow and fasten them by means of their screws in
accordance with the tickness of the work top (see fig. 1).
Electrical connection
• Regulations require that the appliance is earthed.
• The electrical connection must be made by a qualified
technician according to the manufacturer's instructions
and current local regulations.
• The installer is responsible for the correct electrical
connection of the appliance and the observance of the
relative safety standards.
• To comply with directives governing safety, during
installation use a single-pole switch with a minimum gap
between contacts of 3 mm.
• Do not use multiple plug adapters or extension leads.
• After installation, electrical parts must not be accessible.
Connection to the electrical mains
Note: the yellow/green earthing wire (B) must be
connected to the screw. If the power cable is not yet
connected:
• strip approx. 70 mm of sheath from the power supply
cable
• strip approx. 10 mm of sheath from the wires
• open the terminal board (C) by pressing the side tabs
by means of a suitable tool.
• insert the power cable (D) in clamp (E) and connect
the wires to the terminal board.
• close the terminal board cover.
• after the electrical connection, insert the hob from the
above and secure on the fixing brackets as shown in
figure 1.
Declaration of conformity
• This cooktop is suitable for contact with foodstuffs and
complies with EEC (CE) Regulation n. 1935/2004.
• This cooking hob has been designed to be used only for
cooking Any other use (such as heating a room) is
improper and dangerous
• This cooking hob has been designed, constructed and
marketed in compliance with:
- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive
2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and
subsequent amendments).;
- protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC”
89/336;
- requirements of EEC Directive 93/68.
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