User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 517/IR INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • This cooktop (Class 3) has been designed to be used only for cooking. 37 3gb53241b. fm5 Page 38 Friday, April 11, 2003 12:26 PM ENERGY SAVING TIPS • The cooktop is equipped with burners and/or a hotplate with different diameters. Use pots and pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that of the burners and hotplate, or slightly larger. • The pots and pans must not overlap the control panel. NO! Burner Large (9, 1 cm) Medium (6, 4 cm) Small (4, 5 cm) Triple crown (12 cm) Fish kettle (23 cm x 4, 5 cm) Diameter of container 24 to 26 cm 16 to 22 cm 8 to 14 cm 24 to 26 cm 16 to 35 cm • If possible, keep the container covered when cooking. [. . . ] • Wipe with a cloth moistened with hot water and soap or diluted liquid detergent. • Do not use abrasive or corrosive products, chlorine products or steel wool. • Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc. , on the cooktop. Stainless steel surface • Clean with a specific commercial product. Note: if the cooktop is used continuously, the high temperatures produced by the flames may alter the colour of the surface near the burners. Cleaning the burners 1. Note: to avoid damaging the electric ignition device, do not use it when the burners are not in their housing. Cleaning the electric hotplate The electric hotplate must be cleaned when it is lukewarm. Wipe with a cloth moistened with water and salt, and polish with a cloth moistened with oil. 39 3gb53241b. fm5 Page 40 Friday, April 11, 2003 12:26 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The burner fails to ignite: • Is the main gas delivery valve open?• Have the cap and burner been positioned correctly after cleaning?The burner fails to remain lit: • Repeat the ignition operation, turning the knob to the position with the small flame symbol . The electric ignition device does not work: • Is there a power failure? AFTER SALES SERVICE Before you call the After Sales Service: 1. • If necessary, the electrical power cable must be replaced exclusively with a power cable having identical characteristics to the original supplied by the manufacturer (type H05V2V2-F - T90°C or type HO5RRF). This operation must be performed by the After Sales Service or a qualified electrician. L Earth (Yellow/Green) N Connection to gas supply The gas supply system must comply with local regulations. You can find specific local regulations for some countries, in the separate National Safety Regulations Sheet supplied. If no information concerning your Country is given, please ask details to your Installer. The connection of the cooktop to the gas pipe network or gas cylinder must be made by means of a rigid copper or steel pipe with fittings complying with local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface stainless steel hose complying with local regulations. FOR BELGIUM ONLY: It is necessary to replace the elbow connection (A) on the appliance, with the one supplied. Important: if a stainless steel hose is used, it must be installed so as not to touch any mobile part of the furniture. It must pass through an area where there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its length. Attention: Should you experience difficulty in turning the burners knobs, please contact the After Sales Service for the replacement of the burner tap. 42 3gb53241b. fm5 Page 43 Friday, April 11, 2003 12:26 PM INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS If a different type of gas to the type shown on the rating plate and on the orange sticker affixed to the top of the cooktop is used, the cooktop must be converted to work with the new gas type. Remove the orange sticker and affix it to the instructions booklet, which must be retained for the lifetime of the appliance. Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas pressures indicated in the separate Product Description Sheet. [. . . ] Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas pressures indicated in the separate Product Description Sheet. The gas nozzles must be changed by After Sales Service or a qualified technician. Nozzles not supplied with the appliance must be ordered from After Sales Service. Connect the cooktop to the gas shut-off valve by means of a pipe suitable for the type of gas used, in compliance with current local regulations. [. . . ]