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Page 1: Ceramic Hob
Instructions for Installation and Use BE32 Ceramic Hob Note: Ensure that the hob unit is securely fixed to the worktop before use. To the User You must read the instructions prior to using the appliance and then retain them for future reference. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ...........3 Safety Information . -
Page 3: Introduction
Your new hob is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet. When first using the hob ensure that the room is well ventilated (e.g. open a window or use an extractor fan) and that persons who may be sensitive to the odour avoid any fumes. -
Page 4: Safety Information
When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed. PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE. Always Remove all packing from the appliance before switching on for the first time. Understand the controls prior to using the appliance. - Page 5 Never Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all surfaces will be hot during and after its use. Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance. Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach. Never leave anything on the hob surface when unattended and not in use.
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Page 6: Using Your Hob
Choice Of Utensils Every Electric Hob deserves the right choice of utensils. We recommend for optimum performance the use of good quality utensils. PANS SHOULD NOT: Be concave (bowed in) Be convex (bowed out) Be rimmed Be deeply ridged But essentially Flat Using Your Hob Always Use good quality flat-based... - Page 7 THE BEST COMBINATIONS This table is a general guide to the types of pan suitable for different types of hobs and cookers. Remember pans should be good quality, with smooth, flat bases. For any further information refer to manufacturers’ instructions. Saucepan Types Aluminium Stainless steel with single layer copper base...
- Page 8 NEVER allow aluminium foil to be in contact with the hob surface when in use. Setting the Hotplate Step 1 Place the saucepan centrally on the required hotplate. Step 2 Turn the associated hotplate control to the required setting. Step 3 When you have finished, turn the hotplate control knob to the OFF position O. DO NOT allow young children near to the cooker when the it is in use as the surfaces get Guide To Using The Hotplates Setting...
- Page 9 This illuminates when any control is switched on and remains illuminated for some time after switching the control off. Hob Units - Features The rating plate for all models is situated on the underside of the base panel. Model No. BE32 240V Heating Areas: (1) 1.2kW (2) 1.8kW (3) 1.2kW...
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Page 10: Something Wrong
Something Wrong ? Before contacting your Hotpoint Service Centre / Installer, check the following; there may be nothing wrong with your appliance. PROBLEM... -
Page 11: Care And Cleaning
SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING.BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN, ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION. NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH ABRASIVE, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND. Cleaning Materials To Avoid 1. -
Page 12: Installation
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED All Hotpoint hobs are suitable for installation over any Hotpoint Build-in or Build-Under Ovens. Your hob should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your voltage supply. This is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the under side of the base panel. - Page 13 FITTING THE HOB Unpack the hob from the carton. Remove the bag containing the sealing tape, fixing brackets and screws. Fit the sealing tape around the edge of the cut-out in the worktop. Lower the hob into the worktop ensuring the mains lead is fed into the base unit and is not trapped under the flanges.
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Page 16: Service
Genuine Parts & Accessories For further product information All Hotpoint Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights. General Domestic Appliances Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB PRINTED BY SIMLEX . FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON.