Whirlpool AKM 359/NE Troubleshooting Manual

AKM 359
UK
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Operation of cooking zones
• Set the knob to one of position 1-6, whichcorrespond to
different temperatures.
• To switch off the cooking zones, set the knob to position
"0".
DIMENSIONS OF COOKTOP AND WORKTOP (mm)
Type PLEVP 230 V ~ 50 Hz 5.7 kW
5019 319 01466

HOB INSTRUCTIONS

Radiant cooking zone Ø 145
1.
Radiant cooking zone Ø 210
2.
Radiant cooking zone Ø 145
3.
4. Radiant cooking zone Ø 180
Mains indicator light
5.
5
Control knob for rear right cooking zone
6.
Control knob for rear left cooking zone
6 7.
Control knob for front left cooking zone
8.
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Control knob for front right cooking zone
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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.
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:
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Supply voltage Conductors (number and size)
3 X 2.5 mm
230 V ~
To get full satisfaction from the hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future consultation.
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of packaging materials
• The packing material can all be fully recycled, as
confirmed by the recycling symbol
• The various parts of the packing must not be sent for
waste, but recycled in conformity with the regulations
imposed by local authorities.
Disposal of used household appliances
• 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.
Energy saving
• 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
• Should the hob become cracked or broken, do not use it
and call the After Sales Service immediately.
• If the hob incorporates halogen cooking elements, do not
stare at them.
• The hob is designed for use as a domestic food cooker
only. No other type of use is allowed. The Manufacturer
declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or
incorrect setting of the controls.
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• Do not expose the hob to atmospheric agents.
• Any repairs or adjustments must be carried out
exclusively by an authorised technician.
• Avoid touching the hob with wet hands or using it when
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.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
unless they have been given initial supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• 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
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grease. The oil and grease might overheat and catch fire!
• Do not use the hob as a support or worktop.
• 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.
• Clean the hob, when it is cool, after each use. This will
prevent the build-up of dirt and make cleaning easier.
• Use a clean cloth, absorbent kitchen wipes and washing
up liquid or a specific glass ceramic cleaner.
• Remove baked-on dirt with the special scraper tool
(if provided) and specific cleaning products.
• Any food spills should be cleaned off before they dry.
• Do not use abrasive products, chlorine-based cleaners,
oven-cleaner spray or pan scourers.
• The hob should be treated periodically with specific
products available from the shops, following the
manufacturer's instructions.
Telescopic knobs (depending on model)
• The knobs can be lifted approx. 1 cm for cleaning.
• After cleaning, restore the knob to its original position.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The hob does not work:
- Make sure that the power supply is on.
- Turn the hob off and on again, to make sure that the
problem has been solved.
- Make sure that the knob is not turned to "0".
Turn the multi-pole switch to "Off" for a few minutes
and then turn it back to "On".
The hob will not switch off:
- disconnect the hob immediately from the power
supply.