Whirlpool AKM 895/IX Instruction for Use

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HOB INSTRUCTIONS
AKM 895
To use the hob, turn the knob(s) clockwise and set
it/them to the required power.
To turn the hob off, turn the knob(s) back to position
“0”.
The hob is fitted with residual heat indicators. These
light up when the cooking zones reach temperatures
that could cause burns. These indicators remains alight
after the cooking zones are switched off, and turn off
only when the zones are no longer hot enough to be
dangerous.
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of packaging materials
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Radiant cooking zone Ø 145
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Radiant cooking zone Ø 180
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Radiant cooking zone Ø 145
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Radiant cooking zone Ø 180
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Residual heat indicator
Disposal of used household appliances
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Rear right cooking zone control knob
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Rear left cooking zone control knob
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Front left cooking zone control knob
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Front right cooking zone control knob
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Energy saving
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Make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating
plate is the same as the mains voltage. Technical
data is given on the rating plate on the edge of the
hob and also below:
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Supply voltage
230 V ~
Conductors
(number and size)
Use pots and pans whose bottom diameter is equal to
that of the cooker plates, or slightly larger.
Only use flat-bottomed pots and pans.
If possible, keep the pot covered when cooking.
Cook vegetables, potatoes, etc. with little water in
order to cut down cooking time.
A pressure cooker allows you to save even more
energy and time.
CAUTION
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This appliance is marked according to the European
directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product
is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol
on the product, or on the documents
accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance
may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall
be handed over to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local
environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more
detailed information about treatment, recovery and
recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
Important:
To avoid permanently damaging the glass-ceramic top,
do not use:
- Pots with bottoms that are not perfectly flat.
- Metal pots with enamelled bottom.
DIMENSIONS OF THE COOKTOP AND WORKTOP (mm)
Type PLEVS 230V- 50Hz 5,3 Kw
The packing material can all be fully recycled, as
confirmed by the recycling symbol
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The various parts of the packing must not be sent for
waste, but recycled in conformity with the regulations
imposed by local authorities.
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Do not leave the hot plates/cookers turned on when
they are empty.
Do not rest plastic, aluminium foil, cloths, paper etc. on
the hot plates/cookers.
The hob is fitted with hot plates/cookers of different
sizes. Use pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that
of the hot plates/cookers, or slightly larger.
BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB
Before use, remove:
- adhesives stuck on the hob;
- cardboard guards and protective plastic film;
- check whether the hob has been damaged during
transport. If in doubt, contact the After Sales Service.
ACCESSORY
Child guard AMH 122
This accessory can be obtained from
the After Sales Service under code
number 4819 310 18436 or from your
dealer under reference number
017124.
Care and maintenance
Important: never clean the appliance with high pressure
water or steam cleaning equipment.
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Clean the hob, when it is cool, after each use. This will
prevent the build-up of dirt and make cleaning easier.
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Use a clean cloth, absorbent kitchen wipes and washing
up liquid or a specific glass ceramic cleaner.
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Remove baked-on dirt with the special scraper tool
(if provided) and specific cleaning products.
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Any food spills should be cleaned off before they dry.
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Do not use abrasive products, chlorine-based cleaners,
oven-cleaner spray or pan scourers.
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The hob should be treated periodically with specific
products available from the shops, following the
manufacturer's instructions.
Telescopic knobs (depending on model)
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The knobs can be lifted approx. 1 cm for cleaning.
After cleaning, restore the knob to its original position.
Should the hob become cracked or broken, do not use
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
it and call the After Sales Service immediately.
The hob does not work:
If the hob incorporates halogen cooking elements, do
- Make sure that the power supply is on.
not stare at them.
- Turn the hob off and on again, to make sure that the
The hob is designed for use as a domestic food cooker
problem has been solved.
only. No other type of use is allowed. The Manufacturer
- Make sure that the knob is not turned to “0”.
declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or
Turn the multi-pole switch to “Off” for a few minutes
incorrect setting of the controls.
and then turn it back to “On”.
Do not expose the hob to atmospheric agents.
The hob will not switch off:
Any repairs or adjustments must be carried out
exclusively by an authorised technician.
- disconnect the hob immediately from the power
Avoid touching the hob with wet hands or using it when
supply.
barefoot.
Do not allow children to touch:
- the hob in general, to avoid burns.
During and immediately after use the hob reaches
extremely high temperatures;
- packing materials (bags, polystyrene, metal parts, etc.);
- the hob to be scrapped.
Make sure that the electrical wires of other electrical
appliances near the hob do not come into contact with
hot parts of the hob itself.
Always keep a watch on pans when cooking with oil
and grease. The oil and grease might overheat and
catch fire!
Do not use the hob as a support or worktop.
To get full satisfaction from the hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for
future consultation.
Whirlpool is a registered trademark of Whirlpool USA
AFTER SALES SERVICE
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Before you call the After Sales Service
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following the points described in chapter
“Troubleshooting Guide“.
If after the above checks the fault still occurs, get in
touch with the nearest After Sales Service.
Please give:
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a short description of the fault;
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the exact type and model of hob;
service number (i.e., the number that follows the word
SERVICE on the rating plate under the hob itself). The
service number is also indicated on the guarantee
booklet;
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your full address;
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your telephone number.
If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised
After Sales Service (to guarantee that original spare parts
will be used and repairs carried out correctly).
Failure to comply with these instructions may
compromise the safety and quality of the product.
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Declaration of conformity
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This hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs, and
complies with EEC Directive 89/109.
This hob (Class Y) has been designed to be used only
for cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is
improper and dangerous.
This hob has been designed, constructed and marketed
in compliance with:
- safety requirements of EEC Directive “Low voltage”
73/23;
- protection requirements of EEC Directive
“EMC” 89/336;
- requirements of EEC Directive 93/68.
The Manufacturer reserves the right to change product
specifications without prior notice.
INSTALLATION
Recommendations
Important: Disconnect the hob from the mains before
carrying out any installation work or servicing.
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All electrical connections must be made before
connecting the appliance to the power supply.
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Installation must be carried out by a qualified technician
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
in compliance with local regulations.
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Unpack the hob and make sure that the appliance has
not been damaged during transport. If you are not
sure contact the dealer or the nearest service
centre.
Preparing the housing unit
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Cut the worktop to fit before installing the appliance.
Carefully remove any shavings or sawdust that could
prevent the appliance from running properly.
Attention: to install the hob on other surfaces than wood
(marble, plastic, ceramic, marble, stone, etc.) remember to
ask After Sales Service for the fixing plates (fig. 2) Code 4819
404 78697.
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The hob must be fitted in a worktop with a minimum
thickness of 20 mm and a maximum of 50 mm.
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Insert a separator panel at a minimum distance of
90 mm from the bottom of the hob, so that it cannot be
accessed by the user.
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If there is an oven under the hob, make sure that it is
manufactured by us and equipped with a cooling
system.
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There must be nothing between the hob and the oven
(e.g. cables, insulating material, etc.).
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An adjacent column unit must be installed at least
100 mm from the edge of the hob.
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Cut an opening in the worktop of the given dimensions.
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We recommend you seal the internal edges of the
worktop with wood glue or silicone.
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If not already in place, apply the supplied seal to the
hob, after cleaning the adhesive surface thoroughly.
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If the worktop is made of wood, use the spring clips
and screws provided.
Secure the spring clips (A) (fig. 1) with the screws
provided (B) (fig. 1) as shown, paying attention to the
specified distances.
Fit the hob into the worktop.
If the worktop is made of marble, plastic, ceramic,
stone, etc., the hob must be secured with special
brackets (C) (fig. 2).
Fit the hob into the worktop (fig. 1).
Place the 4 brackets (C) in position in accordance with the
thickness of the worktop as shown in fig. 2.
Fasten the 4 screws (D) in the positions (E) (fig. 2).
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Electrical connection
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Regulations require that the appliance be earthed.
Connection to the mains must be carried out by a
qualified technician in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with local
regulations.
The installer is responsible for connecting appliances
correctly to the mains and for observing the safety
regulations.
The oven power cable must be long enough to connect
the built-in appliance to the mains.
Observance of safety directives requires that a multipole switch with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm be
used for the installation.
Do not use multiple plug adapters or extension leads.
After the oven has been installed, the electrical
components must be inaccessible.
Connecting the oven to the power supply
Note: the yellow/green earth wire must be connected to the
screw with the symbol
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Strip approx. 70 mm of the cable sheath from the
power supply cable (G).
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Strip approx. 10 mm of sheath from the conductors.
Insert the cable (G) through the opening in the lid (F).
Glass-ceramic hob
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Insert the cable into the cable clamp and connect the
conductors to the terminal block as indicated in the
Important: remove any protective film before installing
diagram printed on the lid.
the hob.
Secure the power cable (G) by means of the cable
Make sure that that the opening in the worktop for the hob is •
clamp.
cut according to the dimensions given in the drawing, paying
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Refit the protection lid (F).
attention to the tolerance range.
After the electrical connection, fit the hob from the top
The hob should not be forced into the worktop. Forcing the •
and hook it to the fixing springs, according to the
glass-ceramic top may cause it to crack (even at a later date)!
illustration.
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