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kitchen think
Instructions for Installation and Use
Electric Hobs
Models EC6005
The Recipe Book
Hotpoint has come up with a small recipe book - which is practical, full of helpful tips and easy to use - to help you
rediscover the delights of cooking.
It contains a wide variety of handy tips to keep in mind to try out new dishes effortlessly.
It also has 15 recipes preprogrammed into the oven, so thanks to the interactive display, once you have done the
preparation all you have to do is make one
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CONTENTS Introduction 3 Advice and recommendations 4 Installation and fastening 5 Electrical connection 6 Description of the cooktop and cooking zone 7 The controls 8 The different function of the hob 9 Safetz devices 10 Maintenance and care 11 After Sales Service 14 Hotpoint Guarantee 15 Key Contacts Back Cover Retention of this Instruction Book This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance. If you sell or pas
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Introduction Your new hob is guaranteed* and will give lasting service. This guarantee is only applicable if the appliance has been installed in accordance with the installation instructions detailed in this booklet. To help make best use of your cooking equipment, please read this booklet carefully. The hob is designed specifically for domestic use and responsibility will not be accepted for use in any other installation. * The guarantee is subject to the provisions that the appliance: (a) Has
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Advice and recommendations • This appliance was designed for non-professional, • Certain fundamental rules must be followed when us- household use. ing electrical appliances. The following are of particular • Before using the appliance, read the instructions in the importance: owner’s manual carefully since it contains all the instruc- • do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands, tions you require to ensure safe installation, use and main- • never use the appliance when barefoot, • never
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560 +/- 1 560 +/- 1 574 590 Installation and fastening The following instructions are provided for qualified install- Fastening ers so that they may accomplish installation, adjustment Very important: The installation of a glass ceramic hob and technical maintenance operations correctly and in must be carried out on a perfectly-level supporting sur- compliance with current regulations and standards. face. Any deformations caused by incorrect fastening could Important: before any operation, disco
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Electrical connection • The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if the latter is correctly and efficiently Voltage Fuses Electrical connections earthed, in compliance with regulations on electrical Frequency Sections safety. Always ensure that this vital safety measure has 1 2 3 4 5 25 A* been taken. If you have any doubts, call in a qualified 230V-1+N~50 Hz 2.5 mm² L N technician to check the electrical system thoroughly. • The manufacturer denies all responsibility for d
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Description of cooking zones Halogen elements This type of element transmits heat through the radiation of the halogen lamp which it contains. It is held in high regard because of its properties which are similar to the typical characteristics of gas: rapid response to commands, instant display of power. The radiant elements This type of element is made up of many coils which guarantee the uniform distribution of heat on the bottom of the pot, to ensure perfect cooking on low heat: stews, sauces
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The controls 3 8 3 10 4 3 3 11 11 6 5 7 6 5 1 9 2 6 5 6 5 1. On/ off key 8. Surface operation indicator light for the extendable cooking zone/s (concentric or oval): found beside each 2. Control lock key extendable cooking zone 3. Power indicators 9. Timer- adjustment key to programme the cooking time 4. Lock indicator light 10.Programmed duration indicator 5. Power increase key 11.Programmed cooking zone indicator light 6. Power decrease key 7. Extension key for the extendable cooking zone/s (c
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The different function of the hob When the hob is plugged in, all the indicator lights on the To modify the heating power or to interrupt the cooking control panel light up for a few moments and there will be process, it is necessary to unlock the controls: press a short acoustic signal. Subsequently, the control panel for a few moments; the indicator light goes off and the switches off and, at this point, it will be possible to switch controls unlock.. the hob on. Programming the cooking time
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Safety devices Acoustic signal Inactivity Some anomalies, such as: If the plate is switched on but is not used for approximately • an object (pot, utensil, etc.) placed on the control 2 minutes, the control lock function will be enabled. If the area for more than 10 seconds, same status remains for approximately another 4 • a spillage on the control panel, minutes, the plate will switch off automatically. • sustained pressure on one of the keys, etc. may cause the acoustic signal to go off. Over
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Maintenance and care Hob care Advice on using your appliance The vitroceramic glass used for the heating surface is To get the best from your hob, it is vital that you follow a smooth and poreless and it is also resistant to thermal few fundamental rules during cooking and when prepar- shocks and to mechanical shocks under normal condi- ing food. tions of use. In order to preserve these properties, we • Use pans with a flat bottom so they adhere fully to the recommend you care for your hob as fo
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After Sales Service "No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer" As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the followin
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Guarantee "Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back" We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for 90 days - after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web-site at www.theservicecentre.co.uk and where necessary, we will arrange for an engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, we will replace your machine or, if you prefer, give you your money ba
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Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer. Repair Service and Information Desk UK: 08709 066 066 (Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays) www.theservicecentre.co.uk Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200 Note: Our operators will require the following information: Model number: Serial number: Extended Warranties UK: 08709 088 088 (Open 8 to 8
