Contents Safety and warnings Installation instructions Introduction Using your cooktop Care and cleaning 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 Important safety instructions Installation WARNING! Cut Hazard Beware of sharp edges when handling 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 electricity supply.
Safety and warnings Important safety instructions Operation WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard Accessible parts of this appliance will become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching the hotplates. Keep children away. Failure to do so could result in burns and scalds. WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard Switch the cooktop off at the wall before cleaning or maintenance.
Installation instructions Important! Read these instructions carefully before installing or using this product. Please make this information available to the person responsible for installing the product as it could reduce your installation costs. In order to avoid a hazard, this appliance must be installed according to these instructions for installation.
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The installation shall comply with the dimensions in Figs. 1 and 2, bearing in mind the following requirements: A minimum clearance of 40 mm for CE302 models and 30 mm for CE604 models has to be kept between the bottom of the cooktop and the top of an underbench appliance or a thermal protection barrier (see Figs.
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Installation instructions Fig. 3 CE302 models product and cutout dimensions Fig. 4 CE604 models product and cutout dimensions...
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If the cooktop is installed over drawers or cupboards and its underside surface thus becomes accessible after installation, a thermal protection barrier must be fitted at least 40 mm (for CE302 models) or 30 mm (for CE604 models) beneath the base of the cooktop (see Figs. 5 and 6). This barrier must be made of low thermal conductivity material installed according to the instructions for installation.
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Each cooktop is provided with an installation kit including brackets and screws for fastening the cooktop to benches from 20 to 40 mm thick. CE302 models are provided with four F type brackets. CE604 models are provided with two R type brackets (for the rear of the cooktop) and two F type brackets (for the front of the cooktop).
(phase) conductor of the fixed wiring. CE302 models only: It is possible to fit a standard 15 A plug suitable for the power drawn by the appliance. The plug must be connected to an earthed socket in compliance with safety standards.
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Installation instructions Connecting the power supply cable - CE302 models Turn the cooktop over, place it on a soft surface, and unhook the terminal block cover by inserting a screwdriver into the two hooks A (Fig. 12). Open the cable clamp by unscrewing screw F (Fig. 14) and unscrew the terminal screws.
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Installation instructions Connecting the power supply cable - CE604 models Turn the cooktop over and place it on a soft surface. Unhook the terminal board cover by inserting a screwdriver into the two hooks C (fig. 15). Unscrew the screw D and open completely the cable clamp E (fig. 17). Check the bridging links F are inserted into terminal block A as shown (Figs.
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Installation instructions Wiring diagram - CE302 models Fig. 18 CE302 wiring diagram F1/2 Hotplate switches Regular hotplate 1000 W - 230 V Line pilot lamp Terminal block Rapid hotplate 2000 W - 230 V Earth connection...
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Installation instructions Wiring diagram - CE604 models Fig. 19 CE604 wiring diagram F1/2/3/4 Hotplate switches Regular hotplate 1500 W - 230 V Line pilot lamp Regular hotplate 1000 W - 230 V Terminal block Rapid hotplate 2000 W - 230 V Earth connection Rapid hotplate 1500 W - 230 V Installation checklist...
About your new cooktop Thank you for buying an ELBA electric 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 Fig.20 Cooktop layout - CE302 models Fig.21 Cooktop layout - CE604 models 1000 W regular hotplate 1500 W rapid hotplate 1500 W regular hotplate 2000 W rapid hotplate Control knobs Hotplate ON indicator light...
Turn the temperature control knob to the setting you require. Note that the knobs have six distinct heat settings (see Figs. 22-24). Do not try to leave the knobs in intermediate positions. position position Fig. 22 CE302 models (Low setting) temperature control knob position...
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Using your cooktop Cookware and cooking tips Use pans with thick flat bases, as they are the most effective. It is worth buying good quality pans to get the best results from your cooktop. Use a pan with a base that matches the diameter of the hotplate. Ensure that the bottom of the pan you are using is dry.
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Using your cooktop The following tables contain guidelines to show recommended heat settings for cooking different types of food with your cooktop. Exact settings will depend on the type of pan and quantity of food being cooked. Electric hotplate usage table Temperature control knob Knob setting Type of cooking...
Control knobs The control knobs may be removed for cleaning. CE302 models only: when you remove the control knobs for cleaning, take care not to damage the seal. Electric hotplates Electric hotplates are made of cast iron and though durable, will rust if moisture is left on them regularly.
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 parts, please refer to the Service &...