Contents Safety and warnings Installation instructions Introduction Using your cooktop Care and cleaning Troubleshooting Warranty and service Important! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification availability in your country, please visit our local website listed on the back cover or contact your local Fisher &...
Safety and warnings WARNING! Cut Hazard Beware of sharp edges when handling stainless steel appliances. Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts. WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard Before carrying out any work on the electrical section of the appliance, it must be disconnected from the mains.
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Safety and warnings No combustible material or products should be placed on this product at any time. Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this product while it is in operation. Installation must be carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions. Incorrect installation may cause harm and damage to people, animals or property, for which the manufacturer accepts no responsibility.
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Safety and warnings WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard This appliance becomes hot during use. Do not touch the cooktop components, burners, trivets, pan supports or the base when hot. Before cleaning, turn the burners off and make sure the whole cooktop is cool. Failure to follow this advice may result in serious injury.
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Safety and warnings Important safety instructions Operation Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children. Children, or persons with a disability which limits their ability to use the appliance, should have a responsible person to instruct them in its use. The instructor should be satisfied that they can use the appliance without danger to themselves or their surroundings.
Installation instructions Dimensions and clearances This cooktop has been designed and constructed in accordance with the following codes and specifications: AGA101 (AS 4551) Approval Requirements for Domestic Gas cooking appliances AS/NZS 60335-1 General Requirements for Domestic electrical appliances AS/NZS 60335-2-6 Particular Requirements for Domestic electrical cooking appliances AS/NZS 1044 Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements.
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Installation instructions Installation clearances and protection of combustible surfaces shall comply with the current local regulations e.g. AG 601 (AS 5601) and NZS 5261 - Gas Installations code. Fig. 2 Clearances Fig. 3 Mounting the base clearance spacers...
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Installation instructions Fastening the installation brackets (Fig. 4) Each cooktop is provided with an installation kit including brackets and screws for fastening the cooktop to benches from 20 to 40 mm thick. Remove the trivet and burners from the cooktop. Turn the cooktop upside down and place it on a soft surface.
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Installation instructions Connecting the cooktop to the gas supply The gas connection must be carried out by an authorised person according to the relevant standards. Before connecting the appliance to the gas supply, mount the brass conical adaptor onto the gas inlet pipe, upon which the washer has been placed (Figs.
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Installation instructions Leak-testing and flame-testing the cooktop After connecting the gas supply, check the piping and connections for leaks using a soap and water solution. The presence of bubbles indicates a leak. Tighten or replace connections as appropriate. Important! Do not use any naked flame to check for leaks. The operation of the appliance MUST be tested before leaving.
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Installation instructions Converting to a different gas type Important! The conversion procedure must be carried out only by an authorised person. This appliance is suitable for use with Natural gas or LPG (check the “gas type” sticker attached to the appliance). To convert from one gas type to another, you need to replace the injectors, and then adjust the minimum burner setting.
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Installation instructions Adjusting the minimum burner setting When changing from one type of gas to another, the minimum valve output must also be correct, considering that in this position the flame must be about 4 mm long and must re- main lit even when the knob is turned quickly from the maximum to the minimum position.
Introduction About your new cooktop Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel gas cooktop. Once it is installed and ready to use, you will want to know everything about it to make sure you get excellent results right from the start. This guide introduces you to all its special features.
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Introduction Gas burners The knob (Fig. 12) controls the flow of gas through the safety valve. closed valve maximum flow minimum flow You can choose to cook at any heat between , but never between and OFF. Fig. 12 Control knob and symbols...
Using your cooktop Using the burners Choose the control knob for the burner you want to use. Press the knob down gently and turn it anticlockwise to position (Fig. 13). The ignitors on all the burners will spark. Hold down the knob for approximately 10 seconds after the burner has lit.
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Using your cooktop If a burner does not light Check that: The cooktop is plugged in and the electricity is switched on. The gas is turned on. You have held down the knob for at least 10 seconds. The ignitors are sparking. If the ignitors are not sparking, they may be dirty or wet. Clean them with a toothbrush and methylated spirits, as shown in Fig.
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Using your cooktop If the flame is irregular If the flame is yellow or irregular, check that the burner parts, including the burner cap, are: Clean and dry. Positioned correctly, as shown in Figs. 16 and 17. See also ‘Troubleshooting’ . Matching cookware to burner Use flat-bottomed pans, and make sure that they match your burner, as shown in the following table.
Care and cleaning General advice Maintenance Period Description Daily Clean gas cooktop as per following instructions. Monthly Remove all burner parts, and clean using a non-abrasive detergent. Rinse in cold water, dry thoroughly, and replace. Clean the ignitor and probe carefully, using a toothbrush and methylated spirits (Fig.
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Care and cleaning Burners and trivet You can remove and clean these parts with hot soapy water or other appropriate products - see ‘Cleaning chart’ . After cleaning, check that the burners and their flame spreaders are dry before replacing correctly.
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Care and cleaning Cleaning chart Cooktop part Cleaning Important Trivet, burner caps Hot soapy water and nylon scourer. Always allow cooktop parts to cool completely before cleaning Soap removeable parts in a solution them. of biological clothes-washing detergent. Always apply minimal pressure Mild abrasive cream cleaners.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting chart Problem Possible solutions A burner does not light Check the cooktop is plugged in and the electricity is switched on. Check the gas supply valve is turned on and the supply to the house is working. You should hear the gas when you turn a burner The ignitors may be dirty.
Warranty and service Before you call for service or assistance ... Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to the installation instructions and your user guide and check that: your product is correctly installed. you are familiar with its normal operation. If after checking these points you still need assistance or replacement parts, please refer to the Service &...