Hotpoint EX901X User's Manual
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1. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The installation procedure must be carried out by a qualified electrician The electrical safety of this appliance is guaranteed only if the appliance is correctly earthed in compliance with the standards of electrical safety The manufacturer can under no circumstances be considered responsible for any damage that might occur due to incorrect earthing of the hob The electric hob is not supplied with a power supply cord because the type of cord used depends on the type of electrical connection see following diagram Open the terminal box following the instructions illustrated in the diagram below dd boa S pod pod oy i Sul lt p IMPORTANT POINTS Your hob is supplied with a special connection cable If ever the cable is damaged it should be replaced by an authorised service engineer only Disconnect the hob form the electrical supply before any work is carried out To connect the supply cord proceed as follows Loosen the screws on the wire clamp V as well as the screws for the contacts Insert the wires beneath the contact screws as shown in the diagram and tighten them Fasten the cord with the appropriate wire clamp and close the cover Electrical Connections 123 4 5 a e L N Fuse 25A Voltage and frequency of power supply 230 240V 50 60Hz 7700W Connecting the su2. kitchen think Instructions for Installation and Use Electric Hob Model EX901X To the Installer Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this book The information can be found on the rating plate To the User You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference Contents Introduction For Your Safety Know your Hob How to use your Hob Practical Advice Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Installation Electrical Connection After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Key Contacts Retention of this Instruction Book oO CONN OO O1 01 amp OW 10 11 Back Cover This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else or move house and leave it behind make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from GDALTD Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB 2 Introduction Your new hob is guaranteed and will give lasting service This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet To help make best use of your cooking equipment please read this booklet carefully The hob is designed
3. specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other When first using the hob ensure that the room is well ventilated eg open a window or use an extractor fan and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes It is suggested that any pets be removed from the room until the odour has ceased This odour is due to temporary finish on elements The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance a Has been used solely in accordance with this booklet b Has been properly connected to a suitable supply voltage as stated on the rating plate attached to the appliance c Has not been subjected to misuse or accident or been modified or repaired by any person other than the manufacturers authorised employee or agent d Has been correctly installed This appliance conforms with the following European Economic Community directives 73 23 EEC of 19 02 73 Low Voltage and subsequent modifications 89 336 EEC of 03 05 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent modifications 93 68 EEC of 22 07 93 and subsequent modifications For Your Safety When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed PLEASE READ THE BELOW PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE To maintain the efficiency and safety of this appliance we recommend you do the following only call the Service Cent
4. Mixed halogen zones The hob utilises heating elements which are made up of two halogen lamps and a circular heating element This combination provides ideal heat distribution across the entire surface of the cooking area Halogen lamps provide an instantaneous emission of a large quantity of light and heat which means they are arapid source of heat similar to that provided by gas burners e an equally rapid elimination of the heat source Halogen lamps are extremely easy to use and their operation is similar to that of other heating elements The control knobs Each cooking area is equipped with a control knob M to regulate the temperature at any time from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 12 The table 1 provides information on the settings indicated on the knobs and the corresponding recommended uses Setting Automatic plate a oao For melting butter chocolate For heating liquids a For creams and sauces For cooking at boiling temperature C eee n For big boiled dishes The control knob of plate A normally only activates the round part of the plate 1500W To activate the full oval plate 2500 W turn knob A to beyond position 12 onto the symbol a click indicates that the whole oval plate has been switched on The same knob may now be used to set the required temperature up to 12 Residual heat indicator light E This light indicates that the temperature of one or more cooki
5. NOT USE ABRASIVES Troubleshooting Before calling service for assistance check through the following list there may be nothing wrong Nothing works Check to make sure that e the mains wall switch is switched on If a control is on the corresponding residual heat indicator light will come on Hotplates are slow to boil or will not simmer Check to make sure that e Your pans conform with the recommendations detailed in this book If despite all of these checks the hob does not function properly and problem persists call Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back page informing them of The type of problem The abbreviation used to identify the model Mod as indicated on the warranty IMPORTANT Never call upon technicians not authorized by the manufacturer and refuse to accept spare parts that are not original Installation The following instructions are provided for qualified installers so that they may accomplish installation adjustment and technical maintenance operations correctly and in compliance with current regulations and standards Important the hob should be disconnected from the mains electricity supply before any adjustment maintenance etc is carried out Maximum caution should be used whenever it is necessary to keep the appliance connected to the electricity supply Installation These instructions are given for a class 1 appliance Suitable precautions must be taken to ensu
6. ccessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 General Domestic Appliances Limited Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB 195 036 370 00 December 2002 Part no FP171 01
7. d Aluminium 3 Enamelled based cast iron 3 With Care Cast iron 7 Copper 7 Toughened glass or ceramic glass pottery Not Recommended Mild steel Ferro magnetic or stainless with a magnetic sand wich base 3 xy oo Never e Use gauze metal pan diffusers asbestos mats and stands eg wok stands they can cause overheating e Use utensils with skirts or rims eg buckets and some kettles e Use badly dented or distorted pans e Leave an element on when not cooking e Cook food directly on the hotplate e Drag or slide utensils across the hotplate e Place large preserving pans or fish kettles across two hotplates e Place plastic vessels or utensils on a hot hob e Use the hob as an area for storage Hob Spillages 1 Always clean up any spillage immediately with a clean cloth or a paper towel to avoid any unnecessary damage to the hob Extreme care should be taken to avoid steam burns and hot surfaces when cleaning spillage from the hob 2 When cooking food that contains sugar most food or syrup use a utensil which is large enough to prevent boil over or spillage Sugar spillage will permanently damage the hob and therefore should be cleaned off with care immediately If sugar spillage has occured remove it as long as it is still hot with a metal safety razor scraper This will avoid any damage NEVER let it cool before removing 3 Always ensure that the base of the utensil is dry before placin
8. deposits that are present in hard water and some foods may cause discolouration that appear in the form of grey or brown stains The stains sometimes appear to be in or under the glass surface If there are any persistent stains after using any of the other recommended cleaning materials powder cleanser may be applied following the manufactures instructions DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or powder cleanser on the painted metal framework Pans with aluminium bases should be lifted rather than dragged across the hob surface This will avoid metal rubbing off the pan onto the glass Such marks are easily removed by the powder cleanser provided they are not subsequently baked on for long periods at high temperatures Cleaner Conditioner Regular use of the conditioner will make the surface easier to clean thus ebsuring that years of heavy abrasive cleaning do not progressively dull the surface If the hob is scratched through accident or misuse soil that collects will appear as fine brown lines these are not fully removable but can be made less obvious by the daily use of cleaner conditioner Cooking performance is in no way affected by scratched on the surface Control Knobs Wipe over the knobs with a soft cloth wrung out in warm soapy water or mild non abrasive Then after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water dry with a soft clean cloth Painted Metal Surround Trim Wipe over with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water only DO
9. g on the hob IMPORTANT Extreme caution should be used when cleaning the hot hob Care and Cleaning Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your hob disconnect it from the power supply Check that all controls are in the OFF position before reconnecting NEVER USE Washing powder harch abrasive scouring pads aerosol cleaners or oven chemical clearners of any kind Cleaning materials to avoid e Household abrasive powders eg Vim e Oven chemical cleaners aerosols and oven pads Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and attack the metal frame e Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface The Ceramic Hob To reduce the amount of cleaning always ensure that the hob and cooking utensils are clean and dry before use Regular use of cleaner conditioner is recommended for proper care and protection of the hob surface Apply conditioner before using the hob for the first time It contains a mild cleaning agent so that subsequent cleaning applications may clean off soil and apply a protective film at the same time For stubborn stains or heavy soiling use any of the following materials and finish off with conditioner 1 Cif non scratch scouring cream 2 Liquid Gumption Kitchen Cleanser 3 Special Powder Cleanser Stainless Steel Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water followed by a wipe with a cloth wrung out in clean water and then dry with a soft clean cloth Powder Cleanser Mineral
10. lectrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate I Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our own service engineers Oe For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk amp Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise risk of injury to children remove the plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket 11 GB NS y Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer SERVICECENTRE Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information a e Serial number Eoo Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and A
11. nd accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all available on our web site at www theservicecentre co uk SERVICECENTRE I Guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web site at www theservicecentre co uk and where necessary we will arrange foran engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance I Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet I Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use I Has been properly connected to a suitable e
12. ng areas is above 60 C even thought the elements have been turned off Some models come equipped with four such indicator lights one for each of the four cooking areas Practical Advice Choice of utensils Every Electric Hob deserves the right choice of utensils We recommend for optimum performance the use of good quality utensils PANS SHOULD NOT e Be concave bowed in e Be convex bowed out Be rimmed Be deeply ridged BUT SHOULD BE ESSENTIALLY FLAT Always e Use good quality flat based cookware on all electric heat sources e Place pans centrally on the hotplate e Ensure pans have clean dry bases before use e Ensure pans match the size of the heating area Remember good quality pans retain heat well so generally only a low or medium heat is necessary e Ensure pan handles are positioned safely and away from heat sources Lift pans do not drag e Use pan lids except when frying e Deal with spillage immediately but with care The Best Combinations Below is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for different types of hobs and cookers Remember pans should be good quality with smooth flat bases For any further information refer to the manufacturers instructions Suitable Aluminium 3 Stainless Steel with single layer copper base 3 Stainless Steel with sandwich base of aluminium and stainless or aluminium and copper 3 Enamelled Steel 3 Enamelle
13. nyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance use misshapen pans which may be unstable use fish kettles or large preserving pans across two hotplates gaze at the halogen element when they are in operation leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use IMPORTANT As with any cooking appliance there could be some fire risk attached to the heating of oil particularly for deep fat frying Cooking utensils containing oil must not be left unattended eg to answer the telephone on or in close proximity to the cooking areas IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN OR ANY OTHER PAN FIRE 1 Turn off the hotplates 2 Cover the pan with a fire blanket or damp cloth this will smother the flames and extinguish the fire 3 Leave the pan to cool for at least 60 minutes before moving it Injuries are often caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing outside with it NEVER USE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the force of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan over Never use water to extinguish oil or fat fires Know your Hob Radiant Ceramic zone 1500 W 2500 W Radiant Ceramic zone 1200 W Mixed Halogen zone 1800 W Mixed Halogen zone 2200 W Residual heat indicator lights Heating elements control knobs Zzmogqgwne How To Use Your Hob Guide to using the hotplates The heating elements are circular in shape and turn red in colour 20 30 seconds after they have been turned on
14. or repair the appliance without the assistance of qualified personnel store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to burst use the appliance to heat up anything other than food use the appliance as a room heater dry any items on the hob install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings allow children to play with or tamper with the controls leave children unsupervised where cooking appliances are installed as all the cooking surfaces get hot during and after use store chemicals foodstuffs or pressurised containers in or on the appliance or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance use flammable or plastic items on or near the hob use adapters multiple sockets and or extension leads fill a deep fat frying pan more than 1 8 full of oil or use a lid DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKING fry too much food at a time especially frozen food This only lowers the temperature or the oil or fat too much resulting in greasy food pull on the appliance or the supply cable to unplug it from the electrical outlet allow power cables of other appliances to come into contact with hot parts of this appliance expose the appliance to atmospheric agents such as rain or sunlight operate the appliance with wet hands operate the appliance when barefoot allow a
15. or the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709 066066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance Available 364 days a year with a fast effective and value for money service We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover Kitchen Cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 Awide range of genuine parts a
16. pply cord to the electrical mains A double pole mains switch must be installed between the appliance and the mains The double pole mains switch must have a minimum of 3mm of space between the contacts be sized to the load and comply with current regulations the switch must not be able to disconnect the earth conductor The supply cord should conform to BS6004 conductor size 4mm2 and must be positioned so that no part of it reaches a temperature of 50 C higher than room tem perature Before making the connection make sure that e the limiter switch fuse and the residual wiring can support the appliance load see the rating plate e the mains system is properly earthed in compliance with current regulations and provisions e there is easy access to the socket or the double pole mains switch after the appliance is installed IMPORTANT If the hob is installed above a built in oven the electrical connection for the hob must be independent of that for the oven both for safety reasons and to facilitate the removal of the oven for maintenance repair etc NS y After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts f
17. re that the installation is in compliance with current accident prevention regulations regarding electrical connection When installing above a built under oven suitable air vents should be provided for as shown in fig 1 inlet at least 200 cm from the bottom outlet at least 180 cm from the top part to allow adequate ventilation inside the housing unit The electricity supply cable must not touch hot parts of the oven housing in order to avoid overheating When installing above a built under oven without forced cooling ventilation a wooden panel A fig 1 should be installed beneath the hob as insulation positioning it at a minimum distance of 15 mm from the hob housing For trouble free operation of the appliance set into kitchen units the minimum distances indicated in fig 2 should be complied with The hob has a protection rating Y against overheating in accordance with standard EN60335 2 6 The surfaces adjoining the unit and the wall to the rear should be in suitable material to withstand a temperature of 65 C To fix the hob to the unit proceed as follows fig 3 e tighten 2 screws A provided into the unit leaving the screw heads projecting 1 5 mm from the wood e hook the hob onto the 2 screws A and push backwards ml H 15mm gt A 180cm fig 1 NARRATION fig 2 fig 3 Electrical Connection Electrical Connection
18. res authorised by the manufacturer always use genuine spare parts ALWAYS make sure you remove all packaging and dispose of safely check the soundness of the appliance after it has been unpacked make sure you understand the controls before using the appliance keep children away from the appliance during use take care to avoid heat steam burns when operating the controls make sure the controls are turned off when you have finished cooking and when not in use disconnect from the power supply and allow to cool before cleaning or performing maintenance disconnect from the power supply should any glass panel if fitted crack or shatter and then DO NOT USE the hob until it is repaired refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer keep the hob clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth dry food thoroughly before frying and lower it slowly into the hot oil or fat Frozen food in particular will cau se frothing and spitting if added too quickly keep outside of pans clean and free from streaks of oil or fat place pans centrally over the hotplates making sure handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot be heated by other hotplates pans keep any ventilation slots clear of obstructions SAFETY ADVICE NEVER attempt to install
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