Ariston PF 640ET NG Manual

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The position of the corresponding gas burner is indicated on
each control knob.
Gas 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:
• Off
High
Low
To turn on one of the burners, place a lighted match or
lighter near the burner, press the knob all the way in and turn
in the counter-clockwise direction to the "High" setting.
On those models fitted with a safety device (F), the knob
must be pressed in for about 6 seconds until the device that
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:
Do not use steam equipment to clean the appliance.
• 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 substances;
• On cooktops with automatic ignition, the end of the
electronic ignition device must be cleaned carefully and
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How To Use Your Appliance
How to Keep Your Cooktop in Shape
A. Gas Burners
B. Support Grid for Cookware
C. Control Knobs for Gas Burners
D. Ignitor for Gas Burners
F. Safety Device (only on certain models) - Activates if
the flame accidentally goes out (spills, drafts, etc.),
interrupting the delivery of gas to the burner.
keeps the flame lighted warms up.
These models are equipped with an ignition switch
incorporated into the control knob. If this is the case, the
ignitor (D) is present (the
knob).
To light a burner, simply press the corresponding knob all
the way in and then turn it in the counter-clockwise direction
to the "High" setting, keeping it pressed in until the burner
lights.
Caution: If the burner accidently goes out, turn off the gas
with the control knob and try to light it again after waiting at
least 1 minute.
To turn off a burner, turn the knob in the clockwise direction
until it stops (it should be on the "•" setting).
frequently, making sure that the gas holes are not clogged;
• 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.
Greasing the Taps
The taps may jam in time or they may become difficult to
turn. If so, the tap itself must be replaced.
N.B.: This operation must be performed by a technician
authorised by the manufacturer.
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