DEAR CUSTOMER, Your hob is exceptionally easy to use and extremely efficient. After reading these Operating Instructions, operating the appliance will be easy. Before being packaged and leaving the manufacturer, the appliance was thoroughly checked with regard to safety and functionality. Before using the appliance, please read these Operating Instructions carefully By following these instructions carefully you will be able to avoid any problems in using the appliance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Basic Information....................2 Safety instructions....................4 Description of the appliance................9 Specification......................9 Installing (instructions for the installer)...............10 Operation.........................18 Cleaning and maintenance..................24 Troubleshooting.....................26...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Note.The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concern-...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Caution: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously. Warning: Use only hob guards designed by manufacturer of the cooking appliance or indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in the instructions for use as suitable or hob guards incorporated in the appliance.
NOTES ON SAFETY ● IF YOU SUSPECT A GAS LEAK, DO NOT: light matches, smoke, turn on or off any electrical devices (door bell, light switch, etc.) and use other electrical or mechanical equipment that can produce an electrical or impact spark. In such a case, immediately close the valve on the gas cylinder or the gas system shut-off valve, ventilate the room and call a qualified person to remove the cause of the leak.
HOW TO SAVE ENERGY Using energy responsibly not only saves money but also helps the environment. So let’s save energy! And this is how you can do it: ● Use proper pans for cooking. Pans with thick, flat bases can save up to 1/3 on electric energy.
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DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE UNPACKING The appliance was packed In accordance with European to protected it from damage Directive 2012/19/UE and Pol- during of transport. After ish legislation regarding used unpacking, please dispose electrical and electronic goods, of all elements of packaging this appliance is marked with in a way that will not cause the symbol of the crossed-out...
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE Gas-electric hob (ceramic) 1 - Electric cooking zones 2 - burners 3 - pan supports 4 - cooking zone knob 5 - burner knobs with igniter switch 6 - Residual heat indicator SPECIFICATION height 87 mm...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The following instructions are intended for a qualified professional installer. These instructions are intended to provide the most professional installation and maintenance of the appliance. l Before you install the appliance, make sure that the local distribution conditions (gas type and pressure) and the appliance configuration is appropriate.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install gas hob B/B* 500x20 mm 500x10 mm 500x10 mm min 30 mm *optional...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ● prepare an opening in the worktop of a kitchen cabinet, as per the installation drawing ● connect the hob to a gas and electrical system in accordance with the instructions supplied, ● loosely attach fixing brackets to the bottom of the hob, ●...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tips for the installer The installer must: Have appropriate qualification ● ● Read the information on the nameplate or information sticker concerning the type of gas, for which the appliance is intended. This information must be compared with the gas supply specification at the place of installation. ●...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Carefully read the operating instructions supplied and follow all guidelines. NOTE! You are dealing with gas. The appliance must be supplied with the type of gas speci- fied by the manufacturer. Only a qualified person must install the appliance. Information on the type of gas for which the appliance is designed is given on the nameplate.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Adjust the valves To adjust the valves turn the burner knob to "small flame" position and ignite the flame. - For SABAF valves, remove the knob and then adjust the flame size using a thin screwdriver inserted into the valve stem (Fig. 12), SABAF valve with flame failure SABAF valve without flame failure cut-off device...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SOMIPRESS burner. (indicated "SOMIPRESS." on the burner body) Table 1 Gas type Burner nozzle / diameter small medium large G2.350 2Ls 13 mbar 1,05 1.35 1.65 0,55 + 2 x 1,1 G27 2Lw 20 mbar 0.85 1.09 1.40 0,55 + 2 x 0,91 G20 2E 20 mbar 0.72...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Adjust flame Flame from a properly adjusted burner is pale blue with a clearly outlined inner cone. You can adjust flame by setting the knob to different positions. large flame small flame (“economy flame”) l burner off (no gas supply) Position burner on Position...
OPERATION OPERATION To achieve significant energy savings, use the appliance as instructed in these operating instructions, make the appropriate adjustments and use suitable pots. Potential energy savings: ● up to 60%, when using appropriate pots, ● up to 60%, when using the appliance according to the instructions and correctly adjusting the flame when cooking.
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OPERATION Using the hob equipped with igniter knobs Repeat the above step if flame does ("Zp" model) not ignite. If flame is extinguished, the flame- ● push down the knob of a selected burner failure device will cut off gas supply until you feel resistance and turn left to within about 60 seconds.
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OPERATION In the event a gas leak risk 1 gas system 2 gas system shut-off valve A valve "open" B valve "closed" In the event of a fault ● turn off the burners ● close the gas system shut-off valve ●...
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OPERATION OPERATE YOUR HOB - knob in position 0 — cooking zone off - knob in position 6 — fast cooking - knob in position 1 — slow cooking Cooking zones are controlled with knobs. The symbols by the knobs indicate which knob operates each cooking zone.
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OPERATION Always use your hob optimally. Most of the time cooking or frying do not require the use all available power. First bring the food to a boil (fig. B) and then keep it boiling by adjusting the knob (fig. C). Heating elements are controlled by energy regulators that allow smooth adjustment.
OPERATION Residual heat indicator Normally invisible residual heat indicators are located in the front. They illuminate when the cooking zone temperature exceeds 50°C. This helps use the residual heat efficiently to heat food or keep it warm. It also serves as warning against burns, because cooking zones remain very hot even when turned off.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Make sure that burner is correctly re- Proper routine maintenance and cleaning assembled after cleaning. of the appliance can significantly extend its trouble-free operation. CORRECT B e f o r e c l e a n i n g o r o t h e r maintenance work, always unplug the appliance or use the main electrical system circuit breaker...
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Do not use any descaling agents to Cleaning after each use clean the hob. ● Wipe light stains with a damp cloth without Special cleaners are available in supermar- detergent. The use of dishwashing liquid kets, electrical and home appliance shops, may cause a bluish surface discoloura- drug stores, as well as retail food shops and tion.
TROUBLESHOOTING In the event of any fault: ● turn off the appliance ● disconnect the power supply ● have the appliance repaired ● By following the instructions given in the table below, the user can correct some minor issues. Please check the consecutive points in the table before you refer the repair to customer service.
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