Using The Gas Hob; Gas Hob Troubleshooting - Electrolux EVEP916 Installation & User Manual

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USING THE GAS HOB

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3 6 7
17.0 MJ/h dual valve wok burner.
1 4
9.0MJ/h Medium heat
Used for very fast heating with
2 burners. Used for simmering
woks and large cookware.
with mid-sized cookware.
5 High heat burner.
3 5.1MJ/h Low heat burner.
Used for simmering with
6 Left hand rear burner control.
small cookware.
Control knob for high, medium & low heat burners
To light a burner with this knob, firstly depress and turn
anti-clockwise to the 'HI' flame position. The knob may be
released once the flame is established and turned further
anti-clockwise to reduce the flame height as desired.
NOTE: If the flame goes out when either knob is released,
simply depress the knob again, this time holding it down
for approximately 5 seconds.
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Left hand front burner control.
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Wok burner dual control.
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Right hand rear burner control.
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Right hand front burner control.
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Control knob for the wok burner
To light the wok burner, depress the knob and turn
anti-clockwise to ignite the inner and outer burners
The knob may be released when both inside and outside
flames are established. Turning the knob further anti-
clockwise will reduce the height of the outer flame.
Turning the knob further to the single flame/single line
will extinguish the outer flame and control the height of the
inner flame.
Turning the knob clockwise back to will reignite the
outer flame.

GAS HOB TROUBLESHOOTING

If there is a problem with the appliance, please:
• Check the points listed below before calling for
service. It may be possible to avoid a call by fixing the
problem yourself – and so continue cooking.
Problem
Burner will not light even though
the sparker is working.
No spark is obtained when
control knob is activated.
Flames uneven or tending to lift. Flame ports blocked or wet.
Flames not staying on when
knob released.
Low heat, slow cooking.
Flame safeguard
The gas hob is fitted with a safety system that will stop
the flow of gas if for any reason the flame goes out
during operation. If this happens, the burner can be
restarted, but will require the knob to remain depressed
for approximately 5 seconds.
WARNING!
• Keep hands clear of burners when lighting.
• If burner does not ignite within 5 seconds, turn knob
to 'Off' position, allow gas to disperse, then try lighting
again.
• Burners MUST be operated between 'HIGH' and
'LOW' settings only.
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ENVIRONMENT!
To conserve gas, place the pan centrally over the burner
and adjust the flame so that it does not go past the edge
of the cookware.
NOTE: In the absence of electrical power, carry out
the ignition directly to the burner with a hand held
ignition source.
Possible cause Remedy
Knob not held down long enough in 'High' Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob
position for flame safeguard to engage. down for 5 seconds in 'High' position.
Gas supply valve turned off. Turn on gas supply to appliance.
Wrong knob turned off. Ensure the knob you are turning
corresponds to the burner you want
to light.
Port blockage in ignition area. Ensure the ports in the ignition area are
clean and dry.
Ignition spark plugs wet or dirty. Dry or clean ignition spark plugs.
Electricity supply is disconnected or Switch on electricity or check fuses.
switched off.
Ignition spark plugs wet or dirty. Dry or clean ignition spark plugs.
Clean or dry flame ports.
Burner incorrectly fitted. Ensure this component is fitted correctly.
Knob not held down long enough in 'High' Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob
position for flame safeguard to engage. down for 5 seconds in 'High' position.
Knob not set between 'High' and 'Low'. Knob MUST be set between these
positions.
Dirt or spillage on flame safeguard sensor. Clean flameguard sensor tip.
Incorrect cooking burner selection for the Refer to page 36 for correct burner
size of pot being used. selection.
Further information
When you need information, service or replacement parts
or have a warranty enquiry, please contact the Customer
Care Centre:
• Australia - 1300 363 640, 8.00am-5.00pm
EST Monday to Friday
• New Zealand - 0800 436 245, 8.00am-5.00pm EST
Monday to Friday
Please have the following information ready: Model, Model
Number & Serial Number. This is shown on the data plate
which is visible when the oven door is open.
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