User manual HOTPOINT TQG 641 HA(DS)

[. . . ] This information is found on the data plate located on the appliance and/or on the packaging. Use the diameter of the cookware to choose the most appropriate burner to cook with. SAFETY DEVICE stops the gas flow if the flame is accidentally Before operating your new appliance please read this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information for safe use, installation and care of the appliance. [. . . ] The supply cable must not come into contact with surfaces with temperatures higher than 50°C. The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it is compliant with safety regulations. Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that: · The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law. The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance, which is The voltage is in the range between the values indicated on the data plate. if the socket is Incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it. Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible. The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only (see Assistance). Connection to the gas system must be carried out in such a way as not to place any strain of any kind on the appliance. There is an adjustable L-shaped pipe fitting on the appliance supply ramp and this is fitted with a seal in order to prevent leaks. The seal must always be replaced after rotating the pipe fitting (seal provided with appliance). These pipes must be installed so that they are never longer than 2000 mm when fully extended. Once connection has been carried out, make sure that the flexible metal pipe does not touch any moving parts and is not compressed. Only use pipes and seals that comply with current national regulations. When the installation process is complete, check the pipe fittings for leaks using a soapy solution. Adapting to different types of gas To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or on the packaging), the burner nozzles should be replaced as follows: 1. Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, and replace them With nozzles for the new type of gas (see table 1 "Burner and nozzle characteristics"). Reassemble the parts following the above procedure in the reverse order. Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used. Remove the knob and adjust the adjustment screw, which is positioned In or next to the tap pin, until the flame is small but steady. Having adjusted the flame to the required low setting, while the burner is Alight, quickly change the position of the knob from minimum to maximum and vice versa several times, checking that the flame does not go out. Fails to work when the burners are set to the low flame setting, increase This low flame setting using the adjusting screw. Once the adjustment has been made, replace the seals on the by-passes using sealing wax or a similar substance. [. . . ] Models equipped with electrical ignition plugs and safety device require thorough cleaning of the plug end in order to ensure correct operation. Check these items frequently, and if necessary, clean them with a damp cloth. It may happen that the appliance does not function properly or at all. Before calling the service centre for assistance, check if anything can be done. [. . . ]