Rangemaster RG70
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1. A The conversion instructions must be used in conjunction with the rest of the appliance instruction in particular for information on Standards cooker positioning connection hose suitability etc A When servicing or replacing gas carrying components disconnect from the gas before starting and check that the appliance is gas sound after completion A Do not use reconditioned or unauthorised gas controls A Disconnect from the electricity supply before commencing servicing Before electrical reconnection check that the appliance is electrically safe Injectors Remove burner caps and heads Remove the old jets Fit the new jets see Technical Data section at the back of the book for correct jets Reassemble in the reverse order Tap Adjustment Disconnect from the electricity supply Pull off all the control knobs Insert a suitable small flat screwdriver into the hole in the end of the control spindle and turn the bypass screw on each control clockwise to the stop Fig 6 1 Refit the control knob Affix Label Stick the LP gas label over the natural gas part of the appliance data label Pressure Testing Make sure that the appliance is gas sound refer to Pressure Testing earlier in the section Check the operation of all the burners 12 7 Circuit Diagram A Spark generator B Ignition switch 8 Technical Data The hob is an independent Class 3 built in unit This hob is ca2. Brown Live Hotplate Checks Check each burner in turn There is a spark ignition system that works when the knob is pressed in Each burner also has a special safety device that stops the flow of gas if the flame goes out Push in and turn a control knob to the large flame symbol 6 Keep holding the knob pressed in to let the gas through to the burner for few seconds The igniter should spark and light the gas If when you let go of the control knob the burner goes out the safety device has not held in Turn the control to the off position and wait one minute then try again this time holding in the control knob for slightly longer Customer Care Please complete your contact details in the front of this section Please inform the user how to operate the hotplate and hand over the instruction pack Thank you 11 WARNING SERVICING TO BE CARRIED OUT ONLY BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON Disconnect from electricity and gas before servicing Check appliance is safe when you have finished 6 Conversion to LPG Gas Check in the Technical Data section at the back of the instructions that the cooker is convertible to the gas you want to use A This conversion must be performed by a suitably competent person in accordance with these instructions and with the local supply company requirements A Failure to convert the appliance correctly could invalidate any warranty or liability claims and lead to prosecution
3. Only a qualified service engineer should service the hob and only approved spare parts should be used Always allow the hob to cool and then switch it off at the mains before cleaning or carrying out any maintenance work unless specified otherwise in this quide Peculiar Smells Make sure the room is well ventilated to the outside air see Ventilation below People with respiratory problems should vacate the area for this brief period If You Smell Gas DO NOT turn electric switches on or off DO NOT smoke DO NOT use naked flames DO turn off the gas at the meter or cylinder DO open doors and windows to get rid of the gas DO keep people away from the area affected Call your gas supplier If you are using natural gas in the UK ring the National Grid on 0800 111 999 Ventilation CAUTION Using a gas cooking appliance will result in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed Make that the kitchen is well ventilated keep natural ventilation holes open or install a powered cooker hood that vents outside If you have several burners on or use the hob for a long time open a window or turn on an extractor fan Personal Safety A Accessible parts will become hot during use and will retain heat even after you have stopped cooking Keep babies and children away from the hob and never wear loose fitting or hanging clothes while the appliance is in use A When the hob is n
4. heat damage and discolouration INSTALLATION Check the appliance is electrically safe and gas sound when you have finished We cannot accept responsibility for damage caused by normal use of the hob to any material that de laminates or discolours at temperatures less than 65 C above room temperature For safety reasons curtains must not be fitted immediately behind the hotplate Conversion to LP If the appliance is to be converted to LP gas do the conversion at this point See the conversion section of these instructions Gas Connection Before connecting the appliance check that it is suitable for your gas and electricity supply This information is on the data label fixed to the underside of the hotplate Gas connection must comply with the relevant standards and regulations in force The gas connection point is located towards the rear of the hob The inlet union is Rp 2 The appliance must be connected to the gas supply system with one of the following A Rigid Steel Pipe The joints of this pipe must consist of threaded fittings conforming to the standards The use of seals such as hemp with suitable cement or Teflon tape is permitted A Copper Pipe The joints of this pipe must consist of unions with mechanical seals A Flexible Hose A hose is not supplied by with the hotplate Hoses may be purchased at most builders merchants The hose should be fitted so that both inlet and outlet connections ar
5. RG70 Gas Hob User Guide Installation amp Service Instructions RANGEMaster U109926 04 Contents Before You Start 2 Hob Overview 3 3 Cleaning Your Hob 5 4 Troubleshooting 7 5 Installation 8 6 Conversion to LPG Gas 12 7 Circuit Diagram 13 8 Technical Data 14 9 Warranty After Sales Service 15 1 Before You Start Thank you for buying a Rangemaster hob It should give you many years trouble free cooking if installed and operated correctly It is important that you read this section before you start particularly if you have not used a gas hob before A This appliance is designed for domestic cooking only Using it for any other purpose could invalidate any warranty or liability claim In particular the oven should NOT be used for heating the kitchen besides invalidating claims this wastes fuel and may overheat the control knobs Installation and Maintenance In the UK the hob must be installed by a CORGI registered gas engineer The electrical installation should be in accordance with BS 7671 Otherwise all installations must be in accordance with the relevant instructions in this booklet with the relevant national and local regulations and with the local gas and electricity supply company requirements Make sure that the gas supply is turned on and that the hob is wired in and switched on the hob needs an electricity supply for ignition
6. a kitchen kitchen diner but NOT in a room containing a bath or shower Note An appliance for use on LPG shall not be installed in a room or internal space below ground level e g in a basement Conversion All models are supplied set for use on group H natural gas A conversion kit for LP gas is included with the appliance See the instructions that are supplied with the conversion kit After converting the appliance please attach the Gas Conversion sticker over the appropriate area of the data badge this will identify the gas type the appliance is now set for This appliance is designed for domestic cooking only Use for any other purpose could invalidate any warranty or liability claim INSTALLATION Check the appliance is electrically safe and gas sound when you have finished You will need the following equipment to complete the hob installation satisfactorily Gas Pressure tester Flexible gas hose Multimeter NI 50 mm 3 R 70mm includi You will also need the following tools A Pete g 1 Electric drill Jigsaw Cut outs in cabinet sides Steel tape measure to allow hob to sit across Cross head screwdriver Pencil Adjustable spanner Sharp knife DUT GON se den TIN Checking the Parts Check that the appliance is in a good condition after having removed the packaging In case of doubt do not use the appliance and contact the retailer The hob also has 3 pan supports A Never leave the packaging mat
7. e vertical so that the hose hangs downwards The hose must be in accordance with the relevant standards In the UK these are For Natural Gas the flexible hose must be in accordance with BS 669 For LP Gas it should be capable of 50 mbar pressure 70 C temperature rise and carry a red stripe band or label Safety Information Ensure that the gas supply pipe is never able to touch moveable parts of the built in cabinet e g drawers It must not pass through compartments that could be used for storage purposes When using a flexible hose it is essential to comply with the following instructions No part of the pipe must be able to touch parts the temperature of which exceeds 75 C The pipe must not be pulled or twisted throttled or tightly bent It must not come into contact with sharp edges or corners It must be easy to inspect the entire pipe length in order to check its state of wear The pipe must be replaced within the date stamped on the pipe itself If in doubt contact your supplier After completing the gas connection check the hotplate is gas sound with a pressure test Pressure Testing NaturalGas LP Gas hotplates Butane 29mbar 37mbar Propane Table 5 1 The gas pressure can be measured at one of the hotplate burner injectors not the wok burner Lift off a burner head Fit the pressure gauge to the injector Turn on and light one of the other hotplate burners Turn on and pus
8. ectrode in the base Fig 3 1 Check that the burner head is level and that the cap is fitted centrally on the burner head The Triple Ring Burner The triple ring burner can also be taken apart for cleaning Fig 3 2 When reassembling the burner turn over the burner head and note the shape of the central boss Fig 3 3 Rotate the burner head until the central boss matches the shape of the burner base Turn the head over and place it on the burner base Fit the 2 burner caps making sure that they are seated properly A Inner burner cap B Outer burner cap C Burner head D Burner base A Burner head view from bottom B Burner base Part Finish Recommended cleaning method Hotplate top Stainless steelor Hot soapy water and a soft cloth glass remove stubborn stains gently with a nylon scourer Pan supports Enamel coated Cif cream cleaner and a nylon cast iron scourer dishwasher Burner caps Enamel Cif cream cleaner and a nylon scourer dishwasher Burner heads Aluminium Cif cream cleaner or similar with a soft cloth Take care not to be too vigorous Table 3 1 Cleaning the hotplate Finish Recommended cleaning method Control panel Stainless steel or Damp soft cloth Do not use glass abrasive cleaners on the lettering Control knobs Plastic and brushed Damp soft cloth aluminium Table 3 2 Cleaning outside the hotplate Cleaning Table Refer t
9. erials cardboard plastic bags polystyrene foam etc within children s reach since they could become potential sources of danger lt 600mm min ____ Positioning the Hob The hob should be fitted into a work surface which is at least 600 mm deep In position the hob has a maximum thickness of 50 mm from the top of the work surface and an overall thickness of 100 mm 120mm max depth including the gas connector The cut out dimensions are shown in Fig 5 1 and the minimum clearances in Fig 5 2 T 55mm min It is recommended that the hob be installed in a worktop with a minimum thickness of 40 mm Note If installing the hob over a standard cabinet you may have to remove part of the cabinet panels to allow the unit to fit correctly Fig 5 1 It is recommended that there is a minimum air gap of 100 cm underneath the hob to allow sufficient air circulation to the unit If installing a built in oven directly under the hob then there should be a minimum air gap of 20mm between the oven and the bottom of the hob Failure to maintain a suitable clearance may impair the performance of the hob Any hob hood should be installed in accordance with the hood manufacturer s instructions Surfaces of furniture and walls at the sides and rear of the hob should be heat splash and steam resistant Certain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are particularly prone to
10. h in the control knob for the burner with the pressure gauge fitted to let gas through Turn off the burners Reassemble burner top making sure it is reassembled in the correct way on the burner body Fixing the Hob The hob must be sealed to the work surface to prevent liquid from entering into the cabinet A tape seal is supplied with the hob Carefully follow these instructions to correctly apply the seal Turn the hob over and place in on a secure level surface Detach the seal from the backing checking that the transparent protection still adheres to the seal itself Carefully position the seal along the edge of the hob Take special care in the corners making sure there are no gaps The ends of the strips must fit together without overlapping If the surface that the hob is to be fitted to is tiled or is not reasonably smooth additional sealing with a waterproof silicone sealant may be required Turn the hob back the right way up and position it in the worktop cut out Secure the hob to the worktop using the brackets supplied The positioning of the bracket and sleeve is dependent on the thickness of the worktop as shown in Fig 5 4 Note Slide the optional sleeve onto the bracket if fitting to thin work surfaces Locate the bracket to the slot on the hob base and then tighten the retaining screw until it is locked to the worktop 10 INSTALLATION Check the appliance is electrically safe and gas sound when yo
11. ic of Ireland The installation must be carried out by a competent person and installed in accordance with the current edition of IS 813 Domestic Gas Installations the current Building Regulations and reference should be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical installation Provision of Ventilation This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation device Particular attention shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation In the UK The room containing the hob should have an air supply in accordance with BS 5440 Part 2 All rooms require an openable window or equivalent while some rooms require a permanent vent in addition to the openable window The hob should not be installed in a bedsitting room with volume less than 20m If it is installed in a room of volume less than 5 m an air vent of effective area 100 cm is required if it is installed in a room of volume between 5 m and 10 m an air vent of effective area 50 cm is required while if the volume exceeds 11m no air vent is required If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room BS 5440 Part 2 should be consulted to determine the requisite air vent requirements In the Republic of Ireland Reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 which makes clear the conditions that must be met to demonstrate that sufficient ventilation is available Location of the Hob The hob may be installed in
12. ils BELOW Installer s Name Installer s Company Installer s Telephone Number Appliance Serial Number Should your customer have a problem relating to your installation they will be able to contact you easily A You must be aware of the following safety requirements amp regulations A Before installing make sure that the local distribution conditions nature of the gas and gas pressure and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible A This appliance must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and only in a well ventilated space Read the instructions before installing or using this appliance The regulations and standards are as follows In the UK In your own interest and that of safety it is law that all gas appliances be installed by competent persons CORGI registered installers undertake to work to safe and satisfactory standards Failure to install the appliance correctly could invalidate any warranty or liability claims and lead to prosecution This appliance should not be installed in a boat or caravan The hob must be installed in accordance with All relevant British Standards Codes of Practice in particular BS 5440 Part 2 For Natural Gas BS 6172 and BS 6891 For LP Gas BS 5482 1 when the installation is in a permanent dwelling The Gas Safety Installation and Use regulations The relevant Building IEE regulations In the Republ
13. ing For heating smaller pans the smaller hotplate burners may be more efficient Hob Care The burner parts can be removed for cleaning see Cleaning Your Hob You should wipe the top surface of the hob around the hotplate burners as soon as possible after spills occur Try to wipe any spills off while the hob is still warm Note The use of aluminium pans may cause metallic marking of the pan supports This does not affect the durability of the enamel and may be cleaned off with an appropriate metal cleaner 3 Cleaning Your Hob Essential Information Allow the cooker to cool and then isolate the electricity supply before carrying out any thorough cleaning Never use paint solvents washing soda caustic cleaners biological powders bleach chlorine based bleach cleaners coarse abrasives or salt Do not mix different cleaning products they may react together with hazardous results All parts of the hob can be cleaned with hot soapy water but take care that no surplus water seeps into the appliance Remember to switch on the electricity supply before re using the cooker Regular cleaning is recommended For easier cleaning wipe away any spillages immediately Hotplate Burners The burner heads and caps can be removed for cleaning Make sure they are absolutely dry before replacing them The Single Ring Burners When refitting the burner head ensure that the notch and opening lines up with the el
14. o the cleaning tables Table 3 1 and Table 3 2 for details on cleaning the hob The cleaners listed are available from supermarkets or electrical retailers For enamelled surfaces use a cleaner that is approved fro use on vitreous enamel 4 Troubleshooting If there is an installation problem and I don t get my original installer to come back to fix it who pays You do Service organisations will charge for their call outs if they are correcting work carried out by your original installer Therefore it s in your own interest to keep track of this installer so that you can contact them as required Hotplate ignition or hotplate burners faulty Is the power on If not there maybe something wrong with the power supply Are the sparker ignition electrode or burner slots blocked by debris Are the burner trim and caps correctly located See the section on Cleaning Hotplate burners will not light Make sure that the burner parts have been replaced correctly after wiping or removing for cleaning Check that there is not a problem with your gas supply You can do this by making sure that other gas appliances you may have are working Do the burners spark when you turn on the control If not check that the power is on INSTALLATION Check the appliance is electrically safe and gas sound when you have finished 5 Installation Dear Installer Before you start your installation please complete the deta
15. or in warranty service please call 0845 6035312 For general enquiries please call 0870 7895107 15 30 31 C AGA RANGEMaster Clarence Street Royal Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV31 2AD England Tel 44 0 1926 457400 Fax 44 0 1926 450526 E mail consumers rangemaster co uk www rangemaster co uk
16. ot in use make sure that the control knobs are in the OFF position DO NOT use hotplate protectors foil or hotplate covers of any description These may affect the safe use of your hotplate burners and are potentially hazardous to health A Always keep combustible materials e g curtains and flammable liquids a safe distance away from your hob Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of the hob while it is on Use dry oven gloves when applicable using damp gloves might result in steam burns when you touch a hot surface Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a glove it might catch fire if brought into contact with a hot surface Never operate the hob with wet hands Never heat unopened food containers Pressure build up may make the containers burst and cause injury A Do not use unstable saucepans Always ensure that you position the handles away from the edge of the hotplate A Never leave the hotplate unattended at high heat settings Pans boiling over can cause smoking and greasy spills may catch on fire Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent fat overheating beyond the smoking point A Never leave a chip pan unattended Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Deep fry pans should be only one third full of fat Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spill over when food is added If you use a combination of oils or fats in frying stir them together before heating or as
17. tegory Il2H3 It is supplied set for group H natural gas A conversion kit from NG to LP gas is packed with the hob INSTALLER Please leave these instructions with the user DATA BADGE LOCATION Base of the hob COUNTRY OF DESTINATION GB IE Natural Gas 20mbar 230 400V 50Hz Butane 29mbar Propane 37mbar See appliance data badge for test pressures Dimensions 100 mm Above worktop 50mm 120mm including gas connector Below worktop 50mm Overall height Overall width 720mm see Positioning of Cooker Overall depth 510mm Space for fixing See Positioning of Cooker Minimum space above hotplate 650mm Connections Gas Rp at rear right hand side 230 400V 50Hz Ratings Natural Gas Hotplate Injector Injector Triple ring burner 3 5 kW 246g h Large burners 3 0 kW 210g h Medium burners 1 75 kW 119g h Small burner 1 0 kW 70g h Gas burner inputs based on Gross Calorific Value Maximum total electric load at 230V 0 6 W C 14 9 Warranty After Sales Service If consultation or technical assistance is needed please provide the local authorised service agent with the purchase invoice and the product code serial number The 2 years free maintenance for the operation of the appliance started from the date of purchase of this product Any cosmetic damage to the appliance must be reported within 90 days of delivery F
18. the fats melt Foods for frying should be as dry as possible Frost on frozen foods or moisture on fresh foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan Carefully watch for spills or overheating of foods when frying at high or medium high temperatures Never try to move a pan of hot fat especially a deep fat fryer Wait until the fat is cool Do not use water on grease fires and never pick up a flaming pan Turn off the controls and then smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid or baking tray If available use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Take care that no water seeps into the appliance Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for hotplate cooking others may break because of the sudden change in temperature Cleaning In the interests of hygiene and safety the hob should be kept clean at all times as a build up of fats and other foodstuffs could result in a fire Clean only the parts listed in this guide Clean with caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface 2 Hob Overview The diagram by each of the control knobs indicates which burner that knob operates Fig 2 1 Each burner has a special Flame Safety Device FSD that s
19. tops the flow of gas if the flame goes out To light a burner push in and turn the associated control knob counter clockwise Fig 2 2 to the high position indicated by the large flame symbol Keep the knob pressed down for 3 5 seconds to let the gas through to the burner The igniter should spark and light the gas If when you let go of the control knob the burner goes out then the safety device has not held in Turn the control to the off position and wait one minute then try again this time holding in the control knob for slightly longer Adjust the flame to suit by turning the control knob clockwise Fig 2 3 Ensure that the flames are under the pans Using a lid will help the contents boil more quickly Fig 2 4 Large pans should be spaced well apart Pans and kettles with concave bases or down turned base rims should not be used Fig 2 5 Simmering aids such as asbestos or mesh mats are NOT recommended They will reduce burner performance and could damage the pan supports Fig 2 6 You should also avoid using unstable and misshapen pans that may tilt easily and pans with a very small base diameter e g milk pans single egg poachers Fig 2 7 The minimum recommended pan diameter is 120 mm The maximum allowable pan base diameter is 250mm Triple Ring Burner The triple ring burner is designed to provide even heat over a large area Fig 2 8 It is ideal for large pans and stir fry
20. u have finished Electrical Connections This appliance must be installed by a qualified electrician to comply with the relevant Institute of Electrical Engineers I E E regulations and also the local electricity Worktop supply company requirements A WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED 30mm Note All external wiring must comply with the IEE Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings Connection to the electrical supply can be made with either a plug and socket or be permanently wired via a double pole T Retaining switch The hob is supplied with a 3 core cable 900 mm long screw If a replacement cable is fitted it must be 250V high temperature PVC 85 C 1 mm minimum conductor size Plug Connection For a plug connection a three pin plug to BS 1363 with a capacity of not less than 13A must be used and fitted with a 3A fuse ASTA approved to BS 1362 Worktop After replacing the fuse the cover must be refitted If the cover is lost the plug must not be used until a replacement cover has been obtained from your supplier The colour of the correct fuse carrier is that of the coloured insert in the base of AS Retaining the fuse recess or stated elsewhere on the plug Always state SEIeW this colour when ordering a replacement fuse carrier IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and yellow Earth Blue Neutral
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