Indesit Cooktop P 640 TC IX User Manual

Built-in hobs

Instructions for use and installation

P 640 TC (IX) GB

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Contents

Contents ...................................................................................................................................................... pag

Close-up View...............................................................................................................................................pag

How To Use Your Appliance ........................................................................................................................ pag

How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape.... ...................................................................................................... pag

Is there a problem? ..................................................................................................................................... pag

Safety Is a Good Habit to Get Into .............................................................................................................. pag

Instructions for the installer ......................................................................................................................... pag

Is there a problem? ..................................................................................................................................... pag

Safety Is a Good Habit to Get Into .............................................................................................................. pag

Instructions for the installer ......................................................................................................................... pag

Burners and nozzles characteristics.............................................................................................................pag

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Close-up View

A Auxiliary gas burner

B Hooks

C Semi-fast gas burner

D Ignitor for Gas Burners

E Triple ring gas burner

F Support Grid for Cookware

G Control Knobs for Gas Burners

H Ignition Pushbutton for gas burners

Pan reducing support

How To Use Your Appliance

Gas burners

Lighting the burners

The burners differ in size and power. Choose the most

appropriate one for the diameter of the cookware being used.

The burner can be regulated with the corresonding control

knob by using one of the following settings:

Automatic ignition "D":

• turn the relative knob counter-clockwise until the pointer

is on the high-flame symbol;

• press the automatic gas ignition by pushing the button

Off

marked with the symbol

;

High

Low

• Checking that the flame is stable. If it is not, repeat the

operation.

For minimum power, turn the knob towards the low flame

symbol. Intermediate positions are possible by putting the

knob anywhere between the high and the low flame symbol.

The symbols

near the knobs also show the position of

the relative burner on the hob.

To turn off the burner, turn the knob clockwise to the off

position “ “ .

• Difficulty in ignition is sometimes due to air inside the gas

duct.

• When the equipment is not in operation, check that the

knobs are in the off position “ “ . The main gas supply cut-

off cock should also be closed.

Burner

Diameter of the pan in cm.

from 6 to 14

Auxiliary A (small)

Semi-fast S (medium)

Triple ring T (large)

from 15 to 20

from 21 to 30

Practical tips for using the burners

To obtain maximum efficiency from the burners, it is advisable

to use only pans with a diameter that is suitable for the

burner being used, so that the flame does not extend beyond

the pan base (see following table).

The hob is fitted with pan reducing

support (fig.1), which should only be

used on the auxiliary "A" burner (small).

When a liquid starts boiling, it is advisable to turn the flame

down just enough to keep the liquid simmering.

fig.1

How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape

Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your

appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply.

To extend the life of the cooktop, it is absolutely

indispensable that it be cleaned carefully and thoroughly

on a frequent basis, keeping in mind the following:

printed symbols should not be cleaned with diluents or

abrasive detergents. It is advisable to use only a a damp

cloth with tepid water and a liquid detergent;

Avoid cleaning appliance parts when they are still warm;

Avoid leaving acidy liquids (vinegar, lemon juice, aggres-

sive detergents, etc.) on enamelled or painted parts;

•

The enameled parts and the glass top, if present, must

be washed with warm water without using abrasive

powders or corrosive substances which could ruin them;

The removable parts of the burners should be washed

frequently with warm water and soap, making sure to

remove caked-on substance. Check that the gas outlet

slits are not clogged. Dry the burners carefully before

using them again.

Greasing the Gas Valves

•

Over time, the gas valves may stick or become difficult to

turn. If this is the case, they must be cleaned on the inside

and then regreased.

Important: This procedure must be performed by a

technician authorized by the manufacturer.

•

Frequently clean the end part of the automatic glow plugs

of the hob.

The steel parts and especially the areas with the screen-

Is there a problem?

It may occur that the cooktop does not function or does not

function properly. Before calling customer service for

assistance, lets see what can be done.

First of all, check to see that there are no interruptions in

the gas and electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the

gas valves for the mains are open.

The cookware is not stable.

Check to make sure that:

•

The bottom of the cookware is perfectly flat.

The cookware is centered correctly on the burner or

electric hot plate.

•

The support grids have not been inverted.

If, despite all of these checks, the cooktop does not function

properly and problem persists, call the nearest Merloni Elet-

trodomestici Customer Service Centre, informing them of:

- The type of problem.

- The abbreviation used to identify the model (Mod. ...) as

indicated on the warranty.

Never call upon technicians not authorized by the

manufacturer, and refuse to accept spare parts that are not

original.

The burner does not light or the flame is not uniform

around the burner.

Check to make sure that:

•

The gas holes on the burner are not clogged;

All of the movable parts that make up the burner are

mounted correctly;

•

There are no draughts around the cooking surface.

The burner does not remain on when set to "Low".

Check to make sure that:

•

The gas holes are not clogged.

There are no draughts near the cooking surface.

The minimum has been adjusted correctly (see the

section entitled, "Minimum Regulation").

Safety Is a Good Habit to Get Into

The assistance of qualified personnel must be called

upon in the following cases:

•

This manual is for a class 3.

This appliance is designed for non-professional use in

the home and its features and technical characteristics

must not be modified.

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.

•

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.

Contact service centers authorized by the manufacturer

in the following cases:

Prevent children and the disabled from coming into

contact or having access to the following, as they are

possible sources of danger:

When in doubt about the condition of the appliance after

having removed the packing;

The controls and the appliance in general;

Damage to or replacement of the power supply cord;

In the case of a breakdown or malfunction: ask for original

spare parts.

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).

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;

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;

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 " " 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.

Closing the glass top (if present) while the gas burners

are still hot;

Trying to install or repair the appliance without the

assistance of qualified personnel.

Instructions for the installer

hood, the use of an electric fan is permitted, either installed

on a window or on an external wall, which must be switched

on at the same time as the appliance.

The following instructions are provided for qualified installers

so that they may accomplish installation, adjustment and

technical maintenance operations correctly and in

compliance with national current regulations and standards.

fig.2

Important: the appliance 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.

The hobs have the following technical characteristics:

-Category II 2H3+

Class 3

Positioning

This appliance may only be installed and operated in

permanently ventilated rooms in compliance with provisions

laid down by current regulations and standards. The following

requirements must be observed:

In a chimney stack or branched flue

(exclusively for cooking appliances)

Directly to the outside

The appliance must discharge combustion products into a

special hood, which must be connected to a chimney, flue

pipe or directly to the outside (fig.2). If it is impossible to fit a

Kitchen ventilation

The air flow into the room where the appliance is installed

must equal the quantity of air that is required for regular