PH 604 - Cooker Ariston Thermo - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PH 604 Ariston Thermo

Close-up View How To Use Your Appliance The position of the corresponding electric hot plate is indicated on each control knob. Electric Hot Plates The hot plates vary in diameter and power: "normal" and "fast". The latter can be identified by a red boss in the center of the hot plate itself. The hot plate can be regulated by turning the corresponding knob in the clockwise or counter-clockwise direction to any one of the 6 different settings: 0 Off 1 Low 2-5 Medium 6 High The section entitled, "Practical Cooking Advise", provides information on the recommended settings for various types of food or cooking processes. When the knob is on any of the settings other than "Off", the "C" operating light comes on. How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your appli- ance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply. To extend the life of the cooktop, it is absolutely indis- pensable that it be cleaned carefully and thoroughly on a frequent basis, keeping in mind the following:

• The enamelled parts and the glass top, if present, must be washed with warm water without using abrasive pow- ders or corrosive substances which could ruin them;

• The electric hobs should be cleaned using a damp cloth and then rubbed with oil while still warm;

• Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact with highly calcareous water or aggressive detergents (containing phosphorous) for an extended period of time. It is recommended that these parts be rinsed thoroughly with water and then dried well. It is also a good idea to clean up any spills; Congratualtions on choosing an Ariston appliance, which you will find is dependable and easy to use. We recommend that you read this manual for best performance and to extend the life of your appliance. Thank you.7 Safety Is a Good Habit to Get Into Practical Cooking Advice

• This manual is for a class 3 built-in cooktop.

• This appliance is designed for non-professional use in the home and its features and technical characteristics must not be modified.

• These instructions are only valid for the countries the symbols for which appear on the manual and the serial plate.

• The electrical system of this appliance is safe only when it is correctly connected to an adequate earthing system, as required by current safety standards. Prevent children and the disabled from coming into contact or having access to the following, as they are possible sources of danger: - The controls and the appliance in general; - The packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene, nails, etc.); - The appliance, during and immediately after use given the heat generated by its use; - The appliance when no longer in installed (in this case, all potentially dangerous parts must be made safe). The following should be avoided: - Touching the appliance with wet parts of the body; - Using the appliance with bare feet; - Pulling on the appliance or the power supply cord to disconnect them from the electrical outlet; - Improper and/or dangerous use; - Obstructing the ventilation or heat dissipation slots; - Allowing the power supply cord of small appliances to come into contact with the hot parts of the cooktop; - Exposure to atmospheric agents (rain, sun); - Using flammable liquids nearby; - Using adaptors, multiple outlet plugs and/or extensions; - Using unstable or deformed cookware; - Leaving the electric hobs on without cookware on top of them; - Closing the glass top (if present) while the gas burners or electrical hot plates are still hot; - Trying to install or repair the appliance without the assistance of qualified personnel. The assistance of qualified personnel must be called upon in the following cases: - Installation (in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions); - When in doubt about the operation of the appliance; - Replacement of the electrical outlet becuase it is incompatible with the plug. Contact service centers authorized by the manufacturer in the following cases: - When in doubt about the condition of the appliance after having removed the packing; - Damage to or replacement of the power supply cord; - In the case of a breakdown or malfunction: ask for original spare parts. It is recommended that you follow the guidelines below: - Only use the appliance to cook food, avoiding all other uses; - Check the condition of the appliance after it has been unpacked; - Disconnect the appliance from the power supply in the event of malfunction and always before cleaning or maintenance; - When not in use, disconnect the appliance from the power supply and turn off the gas valve (if present); - Always check to make sure that the control knobs are on the “•”/”o” setting when the appliance is not in use; - Cut the power supply cord after disconnecting it from the electrical mains when you decide to no longer use the appliance.

• The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damages arising out of : incorrect installation or improper, incorrect or unreasonable use. Practical Advice on Using the Electric Hot Plates In order to avoid heat loss and damage to the hot plate, use cookware with a flat bottom the diameter of which is not less than that of the hot plate. Setting Normal or Fast Plate 0 Off 1 Cooking vegetables, fish

Cooking potatoes (using steam) soups, chickpeas, beans.

Continuing the cooking of large quantities of food, minestrone 4 For roasting (average) 5 For roasting (above average)

For browning and reaching a boil in a short time. Using the Cooktop To get the best performance from your appliance, there are a few fundamental rules to follow during the cooking process or when preparing food.

• Use cookware with a flat bottom to ensure that the pot or pan is in direct contact with the cooking surface.

• Use cookware the diameter of which is at least as large as the cooking area so that all of the heat produced by the heating element is used.

• Make sure that the bottom of the pot is always dry and clean to insure good contact between the cookware and the cooking surface. This will also increase the life of the pots and of the ceramic glass surface as well. To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend:

• call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer

• always use original Spare Parts8 Installation Instructions for built-in The following instructions are intended for the installer so that the installation and maintenance procedures may be followed in the most professional and expert manner possible. Important: Disconnect the appliance from the electrical supply before performing any maintenance or regulation upkeep work. Installation of Built-in Cooktops The electric cooktops have type "X" protection against overheating. Therefore, they can be installed next to cabinets which are not higher than the cooktop itself. The following precautions must be observed for proper installation: a) If the cabinet(s) located next to the cooktop are higher than the cooktop itself, the cabinet(s) must be installed at least 110 mm from the edge cooktop; b) Hoods must be installed in accordance with the instructions contained in the installation manual for the hoods themselves, and no less than 650 mm from the cooktop; c) The cabinets installed next to the hood must be located at a height of at least 420 mm from the top, (as shown in Fig. A). HOOD

Min. mm. Min. mm. Fig. A d) Should the cooktop be installed directly under a cupboard, the latter should be at least 700 mm (millimetres) from the top, as shown in Fig. A. e) The dimensions of the cutout for the appliance must be those indicated in the figure B . Clamps are provided to fasten the cooktop to counters measuring from 20 to 40 mm in thickness. To fasten the cooktop securely, it is recommended that all the clamps be used.

Fig. B Fastening Clamps - Assembly Diagram Clamp Position for Clamp Position for H=30mm top H=40mm top Front Clamp Position for H=20mm top Back N.B: Use the clamps contained in the "accessory kit." f) In the event the cooktop is not installed above a built- in oven, a wood panel must be inserted as insulation. This panel must be placed at least 20 mm from the bottom of the cooktop itself. Important: When installing the cooktop above a built-in oven, the oven should be placed on two wooden strips; in the case of a joining cabinet surface, remember to leave a space of at least 45 x 560 mm at the back. 560 mm. 45 mm. When installing the cooktop above a built-in oven without forced ventilation, ensure that there are air inlets and outlets for ventilating the interior of the cabinet adequately.9 Electrical Connection for Gas CooktopFit the supply cord with a standard plug for the demandrate indicated on the rating plate or connect it directly tothe electrical mains. In the latter case, a single pole switchmust be placed between the appliance and the mains, witha minimum opening between the contacts of 3 mm incompliance with current safety codes (the earthing wiremust not be interrupted by the switch). The power supplycord must be positioned so that it does not reach a tempe-rature in excess of 50°C above room temperature at anypoint.Before making the actual connection, make sure that:

• The fuse and electrical system can withstand the load required by the appliance;
• That the electrical supply system is equiped with an efficient earth hook-up according to the norms andregulations prescribed by law;
• That the plug or switch is easily accessible. N.B: Never use adaptors, shunts or the like because theycould overheat or cuase burns.Attention: If the appliance is installed above a built-in oven,the electrical connection for the cooktop must beindependent of that for the oven not only for safey reasons,but also to facilitate removable of the oven in the future.Electrical ConnectionThe electric cooktops are not fitted with a power supplycord because the type of cord used depends on theconnection to the mains (see the wiring diagram below). Toconnect the cable, proceed as follows:Open the terminal box by removing the "V" screw andtaking off the cover.