Hotpoint E6011 User's Manual
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1. The hob is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation 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 90 396 EEC of 29 06 90 Gas and subsequent modifications 93 68 EEC of 22 07 93 and subsequent modifications Advice and recommendations This appliance was designed for non professional household use Before using the appliance read the instructions in the owner s manual carefully since it contains all the instruc tions you require to ensure safe installation use and main tenance Keep this owner s manual in a safe place for fu ture reference e When you have removed the packing check whether the appliance is intact If you have any doubts contact a qualified professional before using the appliance e Never leave the packing component2. indicator light B This light comes on when one of the heating elements has been turned on Residual heat indicator light D This light indicates that the temperature of one or more cooking 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 Maintenance and care Advice on using your appliance To get the best from your hob it is vital that you follow a few fundamental rules during cooking and when prepar ing food e Use pans with a flat bottom so they adhere fully to the heating zone i it To Always use pans whose diameter covers the cooking zone fully so that all the available heat can be used ee J Make sure the pan base is always clean and dry to guarantee good contact and long life for the cooking zones and pans alike e Avoid using pans used normally on gas burners The concentration of heat on gas burners can warp the bottom of the pan consequently you would never obtain the desired result when using the pan on the glass ceramic hob e Never leave a cooking zone on without a pan on it as the maximum heat level would be reached very quickly which could damage the heating elements e The glass ceramic hob is resistant to thermal and mechanical shocks However it may break due to a shock caused by a sharp object In this case unplug the appliance immediately and contact an authorised after sa
3. resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance e Certain fundamental rules must be followed when us ing electrical appliances The following are of particular importance donot touch the appliance with wet or damp hands never use the appliance when barefoot never use extensions never pull on the power supply cable or the appli ance itself to unplug it from the mains socket never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents rain sun etc donot allow children or persons who are not famil iar with the appliance to use it without supervision e Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before cleaning or performing any cleaning or maintenance operations If the surface of the glass cracks unplug the ap pliance immediately For any repairs contact only an au thorised after sales service centre and demand original spare parts Failure to comply with the above may com promise the safety of the appliance e Cutthe power supply cable after disconnecting it from the power mains when you decide not to use the appli ance any longer Also make all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance safe above all for children who could play with the appliance e The glass ceramic hob is resistant to thermal and me chanical shocks However it may break due to a shock caused by a sharp object such as a tool for example In this case unplug the appliance immediately and contact a
4. is connected permanently to the mains an omnipolar circuit breaker accessible if necessary with a mini mum contact opening of 3 mm should be installed by means of a socket conforming to the regulations in force in the country where the appliance is fitted It should be accessible whenever necessary do not use adaptors multiple plugs or extensions Warning If the hob is fitted above a built in oven the hob and the oven must be connected to the mains separately for safety reasons and to simplify operations when it is necessary to pull the oven out for some reason Important After connecting the appliance to the flexible cable tighten all the screws on the terminal board Make sure jumpers are installed according to the type of mains system as indicated in the table For example line 1 in the table Jumper Phase Neutral Earth brown blue green yellow description HOBS E6014X E6011X Cooking zones Power Diameter Power Diameter in W in mm in W in mm Back left RD 750 2300 210 H 2500 230 Front left R 1200 140 R 1200 140 Back right R 1400 160 R 1400 160 Front right R 1800 180 H 700 1700 180 Overall power 6700 6800 H halogen R simple radiant RD dual radiant Description of the cooktop and cooking zone A Cooking areas B ON indicator light Ta R Pa ca s C Control Knobs A N N D Residual heat indicator light A A J S J S B oO
5. of approximately 100 C The hob should be positioned at least 40 mm for mod KBM 6011DH KBM 6001 H the hob should be positioned at least 55 mm away from the back wall or any other vertical surface in order to allow for correct ventilation and to prevent the surfaces around the ap pliance from overheating e If you wish to install the hob on top of an oven the latter must be fitted with a cooling fan e Try to avoid installing the hob on top of a dishwasher if this is unavoidable place a watertight separating el ement between the two appliances Distance to keep between the cut out slot and the cabinet Fastening Very important It is vital that you ensure the glass ce ramic hob is built into a perfectly flat supporting surface Deformations due to improper fastening could alter the characteristics of the hob and compromise its perform ance The fastening springs are fastened by screws see dia gram It is vital that these screws be kept accessible at all times Insert the hob into the cut out slot applying pressure all along the perimeter of the hob frame so that the latter adheres fully to the worktop REAR SPRING ASSEMBLY TE KITCHEN WORKTOP 40 HOB FROM BELOW Electrical connection e The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if the latter is correctly and efficiently earthed in compliance with regulation
6. K Hotpoint Instructions for Installation and Use Electric Hobs Models E6011 E6014 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 Advice and recommendations Installation and fastening Electrical connection Description of the cooktop and cooking zone The different function of the hob Maintenance and care After Sales Service 10 Hotpoint Guarantee 11 Key Contacts Back Cover OoOonND of W Retention of this Instruction Book 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 Merloni Elettrodomestici LTD 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
7. N x OGOS The different functions of the hob Description of the heating elements The heating elements are circular in shape and turn red in colour only 20 30 seconds after they have been turned on Combined halogen and electrical heating elements The cooktop 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 without compromising the advantages of the halogen lamps The main character istic of halogen lamps is that they produce an instantane ous emission of a large quantity of light and heat which means arapid source of heat similar to that provided by gas burners an equally rapid elimination of the heat source Halogen lamps are extremely easy to use and their opera tion is similar to that of other heating elements Please refer to the table 1 Table 1 Pos Cooking zone setting off to melt butter or chocolate to heat liquids for creams and sauces stews blanquette desserts pasta rice steak fish omelette fried food The control knobs Each cooking area is equipped with a control knob to regu late the temperature at any time from a minimum of 1 toa maximum of 12 The table 1 provides information on the settings indicated on the knobs and the corresponding recommended uses The ON
8. arantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate 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 hotpointservice co uk 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 door 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 and the door cannot be locked shut 11 GB E Hotpoint 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 Re
9. e hob to protect the same against any spills and boiled over food It is best if you do this when the hob is lukewarm or cold e Make sure you always rinse the hob with clean wa ter and dry it thoroughly otherwise the cleaning prod ucts could become encrusted onto the hob during sub sequent cooking Recommendations e Never use abrasive or corrosive substances such as aerosol cleaners for grills and ovens stain removers or rust removers scouring powders and abra sive sponges even the delicate ones could scratch the hob surface irreversibly We recommend you keep all items which could melt away from the hob such as plastic utensils sugar or products with a high sugar content Should liq uid boil over onto the hob surface remove it immedi ately while the hob is still hot using a razor blade scraper in order to avoid damaging the surface e Use this hob exclusively for cooking Do not place items on the hob when the same is not in use Do not use the hob as a work surface by placing lids saucepans or dishcloths on it for example nor as a chopping board e Never leave aluminium wrappers aluminium foil and plastic cookware on the hob when hot or still warm e Do not use steam cleaners or high pressure clean ers to clean your appliance Donotplace metal items on the hob such as knives spoons lids etc e Never heat up unopened tins they could burst The guarantee does not cover damage to the hob caused by inco
10. les service centre to have it repaired Always keep your hob clean Before proceeding with main tenance operations check that all the cooking zones are turned off and have cooled down completely Stainless steel frame only on some models Stainless steel can stain as an effect of enduring contact with limescale in water or as an effect of highly aggres sive detergents containing phosphorus We recommend you rinse and dry it thoroughly after maintenance It is preferable to remove any water spills immediately Hob care The vitroceramic glass used for the heating surface is smooth and poreless and it is also resistant to thermal shocks and to mechanical shocks under normal condi tions of use In order to preserve these properties we recommend you care for your hob as follows e for ordinary maintenance just wipe it with a damp sponge and dry it thoroughly using paper towels e Ifthe hob is dirty rub clean using a special cleaner suitable for vitroceramic glass rinse off and dry thor oughly food residue and dirt can be removed using a spe cial scraper Do this as soon as possible do not wait for the hob to cool down in order to avoid incrustations For excellent results use a special stainless steel wool pad for vitroceramic glass cleaning soaked in soapy water e When the hob is clean you can apply a special product for the care and protection of the same this type of product leaves an invisible film on the surface of th
11. n authorised after sales service centre to have it repaired Remember that the heating area stays hot for at least half an hour after being turned off please refrain from placing any cookware or other items on the cooking zone while still hot e Do not turn on the heating zones if aluminium foil or plastic items have been placed on the hob surface e Do not go near the heating zones when these are still hot e Ifyou use small electric appliances near the hob make sure their power supply cable does not come into contact with the hot parts of the hob e Make sure all pan handles are always pointing inwards towards the centre of the hob to prevent any accidental spills First use the glue used on the hob seals may leave greasy traces on the glass surface We recommend you wipe these off before using the appliance with the aid of anon abrasive cleaner During the first few hours of use you may detect a smell of rubber which will disappear quickly Installation and fastening The following instructions are intended for a qualified fitter to guide him her along the installation adjustment and tech nical maintenance procedures as correctly as possible and in full compliance with the applicable norms in force Important unplug the hob before all operations Installation This hob can be built into a worktop simply by cut ting out the corresponding slot e The worktop must be made with a material designed to withstand a temperature
12. pair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 30 to 5 30 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Serial number Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB 195 043 662 00 06 2004Part no FP 157 01
13. r 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 hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range of genuine parts and 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 hotpointservice co uk GB T KE Hotpoint 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 hotpointservice co uk and where necessary we will arrange for an 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 gu
14. rrect use KE Hotpoint After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service ona 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 for 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 hotpointservice 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 1000 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 hotpointservice 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 cove
15. s plastic bags polystyrene foam nails etc within the reach of children since these are a source of potential danger The appliance must be installed by a qualified techni cian in compliance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer The latter denies all responsibility for improper instal lation which may harm persons and animals and damage property The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guar anteed if the latter is correctly and efficiently earthed in compliance with regulations on electrical safety Always ensure that this vital safety measure has been taken If you have any doubts call in a qualified technician to check the electrical system thoroughly The manufacturer denies all responsibility for damage resulting from a system which has not been earthed cor rectly e Before powering the appliance check whether the tech nical characteristics featured on the appliance data plate correspond with those of the mains electrical system e Check that the current load of the mains supply and of the power sockets is suitable for the maximum power of the appliance indicated on the appliance data plate If in doubt contact a qualified professional e This appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was expressly designed Any other use Such as heating a room for example is considered to be improper and consequently dangerous e The manufacturer denies all responsibility for damage
16. s on electrical Electrical connections peu kieh safety Always ensure that this vital safety measure has been taken If you have any doubts call in a qualified i 230V 14N 50 Hz k A technician to check the electrical system thoroughly yO ZAN The manufacturer denies all responsibility for dam Application of the simultaneity coefficient in accordance with age resulting from a system which has not been IEC 60335 2 6 norm earthed correctly e Before powering the appliance check whether the technical characteristics featured on the appliance data plate correspond with those of the mains electrical sys tem e Check that the current load of the mains supply and of the power sockets is suitable for the maximum power of the appliance indicated on the appliance data plate If in doubt contact a qualified professional acai i ayy SUPP This appliance conforms with the following European Community Directives 73 23 EEC of 19 02 73 Low Voltage and subsequent amendments 89 336 EEC of 03 05 89 Electromagnetic compatibility and subsequent amendments 93 68 EEC of 22 07 93 and subsequent amendments In the event of an incorrect connection e if your appliance does not work e check the position of the wires in the terminal board e check that all screws are tight e check the positioning of the jumpers You may connect your hob to the electrical system in two different ways e by means of a junction box if the appliance
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