Replacing The Power Supply Lead; Building Into Fitted Kitchen Units - Whirlpool AKC 950C User Manual

laws in force.
Before making the connection, make sure that:
1) the safety circuit-breaker and the electrical system are able to withstand the load
of the appliance(see nameplate).
2) The power supply system has an earth connection in good working order in
accordance with the regulations in force;
3) The socket or omni polar switch used is easily accessible with the appliance
installed.
Fit a plug suitable for the load on the power lead and connect it to a suitable safety
socket.
If you wish to make a direct connection to the mains, an omni polar switch with a gap
between the contacts of at least 3 mm, of suitable rating for the load and complying
with the regulations in force, must be installed between the appliance and the mains.
The switch must not break a contact in the yellow/green earth wire.
The brown live wire (connected to the "L" terminal of the terminal board) must
always be connected to the live wire of the power supply mains.
In all cases, the power supply lead must be positioned so that it does not reach a
o
temperature 50 C above the room temperature at any point.
One example of an ideal route is shown in the illustration. The cable is guided by
means of band clamps fixed to the side of the cabinet, in order to avoid any contact
with the appliance underneath the hob.

Replacing the power supply lead

If the lead has to be replaced, only HO5RR-F or
HO5RN-F type cables suitable for the load and the
operating temperature must be used. In addition, the
yellow/green earth wire must be about 2 cm longer than
the live and neutral wires.

Building into fitted kitchen units

These hobs are designed for installation in fitted kitchen units up to 600mm deep with