AGA Six Four Series User manual

AGA SIX-FOUR SERIES - CERAMIC HOB
OWNERS MANUAL
12/15 EINS 517080
LEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS A LIANCE
Remember, when replacing a part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the safety
and performance specification that we require. Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been clearly authorised
by AGA.
For use in GB and IE
Comprising
Servicing, Installation &
Users Guide
DESN 513131

SECTION AGE
INTRODUCTION 3
APPLIANCE VIEW 4
INSTALLATION SECTION 5
TECHNICAL DATA 6
INSTALLATION 6
FITTING AND PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 7
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 8 - 9
LEVELLING AND MOBILITY WHEELS 10
SPLASHBACK 11
USERS GUIDE 12
WARNINGS 13
CONTROL PANEL 14
SETTING UP THE COOKER FOR USE 15
CERAMIC HOB 16
THE GRILL 17
THE OVENS (GENERAL) 18
FITTING AND REMOVAL OF OVEN SHELVES 19
SIMMERING OVEN 20
FAN OVEN - COOKING HINTS 21 - 22
USING THE AUTOMATIC COOKING FACILITY 23 - 25
CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR COOKER 26 - 27
SERVICING 28
SERVICING 29 - 32
SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM 33
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CONTENTS

As responsible manufacturers we take care to make sure that our products are designed and constructed to meet the
required safety standards when properly installed and used.
IM ORTANT NOTICE: LEASE READ THE ACCOM ANYING WARRANTY.
Any alteration that is not approved by AGA could invalidate the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and
could affect your statutory rights.
In the interests of safety and effective use, please read the following before using your new AGA appliance.
Installation must be to local and national wiring regulations and carried out by a qualified engineer.
A little smoke and some odour may be emitted when first switched on. This is normal and harmless (from oven lagging and
starch binder on the element insulation) and will cease after a short period of use.
Your appliance has a ceramic hob, three electric ovens; the lower right hand oven is a slow cooking oven, the upper right
hand and lower left hand ovens are electric fan ovens. The fan behind the rear panel ensures a virtually even distribution
of heat within the oven during cooking i.e the temperature at the lowest shelf position is the same as the temperature at the
highest shelf position.
The electric grill is situated in the roof of the top left hand compartment.
Refer to the diagram (See Fig. 1) to familiarise yourself with the cooker and refer to the relevant section for the simmering
oven, fan ovens and ceramic hotplate etc.
Your cooker is supplied with the following accessories:
5 oven shelves
1 large roasting tin
1 grill shelf
1 grill pan
1 grill grid
1 baking tray
The following loose parts are also packed:
ceramic hob and frame assembly
1 splashback assembly
INTRODUCTION
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A LIANCE VIEW
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Fig. 1 DESN 517095
GRILL
COMPARTMENT
CONTROLS
DUAL ELEMENT
SINGLE ELEMENT
DUAL ELEMENT
TIMER
SURROUND
HOTPLATE
REAR TRIM
SPLASHBACK
SINGLE HISPEED
ELEMENT
UPPER
FAN OVEN
HANDRAIL
HOTPLATE
SIDE TRIMS
TIMER
LOWER
FAN OVEN
SIMMERING
OVEN
DATA PLAQUE

Installation
Section
5
Remember, when replacing a part on this appliance, use only spare parts that you can be assured conform to the
safety and performance specification that we require. Do not use reconditioned or copy parts that have not been
clearly authorised by AGA.

INSTALLATION
WARNING: THIS A LIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
This appliance is designed for the voltage stated on the data plate, which is situated in the right hand vent slot at the base
of the appliance.
The AGA Six-Four Series Ceramic Hob is supplied from the manufacturers as a fully tested chassis construction. Ceramic
hob, doors, splashback and handrail are assembled during installation.
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TECHNICAL DATA
HOT LATE
FRONT LEFT - double circuit - 2.0 kW/0.70 kW - 205/120mm dia - rapid heat up
REAR LEFT - single circuit - 1.1 kW - 140mm dia - rapid heat up
FRONT CENTRE - single circuit - 1.1 kW - 140 mm dia - rapid heat up
REAR CENTRE - double circuit - 2.0 kW/0.70 kW - 205/220mm dia - rapid heat up
FRONT RIGHT - single circuit - 1.4 kW - 155mm dia - rapid heat up
REAR RIGHT - single circuit - 1.4 kW - 155mm dia - rapid heat up
ELECTRIC GRILL AND OVENS
U ER OVEN (FAN) - POWER RATING - 1.45 kW
GRILL ELEMENT - POWER RATING - 2.3 kW
SLOW COOKING OVEN - POWER RATING - 1.0 kW
LOWER OVEN (FAN) - POWER RATING - 1.45 kW
OWER SU LY - 230V 50 Hz TOTAL LOAD 15.2 kW
TOTAL WEIGHT OF A LIANCE - 170 kg

FITTING AND RODUCT DIMENSIONS
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Fig. 2 DESN 513133
Any adjacent walls that project above the height of the hob must be of heat resistant material.
Any side wall above the cooker on either side shall not be less than 60mm horizontally from the cooker. (See Fig. 2).
A minimum clearance of 1000mm must be available at the front of the cooker to enable it to be serviced.
Surfaces over the top of the cooker must not be closer than 650mm. (Cooker Hood, see below).
The vent slots in the back of the top plate must not be obstructed.
Do not install the cooker behind a decorative door in order to avoid overheating.
The cooker must stand on a firm and level surface and we recommend that any soft material such as linoleum is removed.
It is recommended that the cooker is not installed on a base.
LEASE NOTE WHEN FITTING A COOKER HOOD
If a cooker hood is to be fitted, we only recommend the Six-Four Series CH900 cooker hood. It must be installed at a height
of at least 800mm above the hotplate.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IS LOCATED AT THE TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE APPLIANCE, BEHIND SIDE PANEL.
DURING INSTALLATION REMOVE THE RIGHT HAND SIDE PANEL TO CONNECT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
Remove 3 screws securing side panel to gain access to mains terminal. See Fig. 4 for location of cover.
Remember that the mains electrical cable must be routed through the grommet at the rear right hand side of the cooker
near the top, before connecting to the mains terminal connection.
Refer to Fig. 3 for single phase wiring connection, or Fig 3A for three phase wiring connection to appliance.
Remember that an excess of cable length is required behind the cooker for the withdrawal of the cooker from between the
kitchen units etc.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
SINGLE HASE CONNECTION - The cooker requires a 45 amp power supply fitted in conjunction with a double pole
isolator with a minimum contact clearance of 3mm and be connected to the mains with a minimum 10mm2cable to comply
with the latest editions of the local and national wiring regulations.
THE ISOLATOR MUST NOT BE POSITIONED IMMEDIATELY ABOVE THE COOKER, BUT MUST BE SITED WITHIN 2
METRES OF THE APPLIANCE.
Replace the right hand side panel once electrical connection has been made and replace fixing screws.
NOTE: Ensure that the insulation card covering the mains terminal is in place, between the side panel and mains terminal.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Fig. 3 DESN 517106
SINGLE HASE CONNECTION - Minimum 10mm2cable and must comply with the latest editions of the local and
national wiring regulations.

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Fig. 4 DESN 517101
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (CONTINUED)
THREE HASE CONNECTION - Minimum 2.5mm2cable and must comply with the latest editions of the local and
national wiring regulations.
Fig. 3A DESN 517107
L1 - 5.25 kW
L2 - 4.50 kW
L3 - 5.45 kW
CABLE
ENTRY
SIDE PANEL
FIXING
SCREWS

Installation/Levelling
The AGA Six-Four Series Ceramic Hob is designed to stand on a flat and level surface, any unevenness may be overcome
by adjusting the four levelling feet, one at each corner of the base plate. The adjusting screws are accessed by removing
the hotplate casting (See section ‘To Remove Ceramic Hob and Frame’ - Servicing Section - Page 29). To raise the cooker
turn screw clockwise, to lower turn screw anti-clockwise.
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DESN 513148Fig. 5
LEVELLING AND MOBILITY WHEELS
There are rollers on the base of the cooker to allow for positioning.
When the cooker is in the correct position, the four levelling feet can be adjusted to level the cooker. The feet must be
lowered enough to prevent the cooker rolling out of position (See Fig. 5).

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1. Locate tabs on rear of splashback assembly, into the brackets on the upper rear of the cooker. (See Fig. 6). Push fully
into place.
Fig. 6 DESN 513137
S LASHBACK

Users
Guide
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WARNINGS
WARNING: 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.
• The 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 concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised
continously.
WARNING:Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to
extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame e.g. with a lid or fire blanket.
WARNING: Danger of fire: Do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
WARNING: Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.
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lThe GRILL ELEMENT CONTROL KNOB needs to be pushed in before turning in either direction.
Clockwise both elements on
Anti-clockwise middle element only
lThe HOB CONTROL KNOBS controls are operated also by pushing in the knob before turning to the required setting.
lThe OVEN KNOBS which do not need to be pushed in, can only be rotated clockwise from the OFF position.
lThe HOB NEON illuminates when the hob is hot and therefore too hot to touch. There is a short delay after initial switch
on.
The neon remains on when the element is switched off until the temperature reduces to a safe level (although the hob
may still be warm enough to cause minor discomfort).
lThe OVEN NEONS illuminate when ovens are switched on. When the required temperature is reached the neon will
extinguish.
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CONTROL ANEL
Fig. 7 DESN 517098

If the 'cook'
symbol is not
displayed the
programme has either:
Ended and the oven is
non-operational or,
The oven is being
contolled by an
automatic programme
that has not started.
You can use the clock (Fig. 8) to turn the oven on and
off. Only the left hand lower fan oven is controlled by the
oven timer. The clock must be set to the time of day
before the oven will work .
The table below describes the symbols shown on the
digital display.
Fig. 8 DESN 517079
Symbol Function Notes
[AUTO]
[dot]
Minute Minder is on
Oven can be
operated
Oven is being
controlled in
semi-automatic or
automatic mode.
Flashes during
setting the time of
day.
• Press and hold both the and buttons down
(Fig. 10). Now press the [+] button (or {-] button) until
the correct time shows.
• Press and hold the button. Now press the [+] or [-]
buttons to increase or decrease the time (Fig. 9).
Holding the [+] or [-] buttons for more than 2 seconds
will advance/decrease the set time quickly. Release
the buttons to set the time of day.
Fig. 9 DESN 517066
Do not forget that it is a 24-hour clock .
If you need to reset the clock/cooker, turn off the power
and wait several minutes, then start again.
Fig. 10 DESN 517067
SETTING U THE COOKER FOR USE
Setting the Time of Day
When the cooker is first connected to the mains, or if
there has been a prolonged power interruption, the clock
display flashes [ 0.00 ] and [AUTO].
During the time setting process the centre dot will flash.
When the process is complete the dot will stop flashing
and the symbol will be displayed.
The time of day can be set in two ways:
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lDO NOT USE THE HOB IF IT IS CRACKED.
lDO NOT LACE ALUMINIUM FOIL ON THE HOB SURFACE.
lThe hob has the six following plates:-
front left - double circuit - 2.0 kW/0.70 kW - 205/120mm dia - rapid heat up
rear left - single circuit - 1.1 kW - 140mm dia - rapid heat up
front centre - single circuit - 1.1 kW - 140mm dia - rapid heat up
rear centre - double circuit - 2.0 kW/0.70 kW - 205/120mm dia - rapid heat up
front right - single circuit - 1.4 kW - 155mm dia - rapid heat up
rear right - single circuit - 1.4 kW - 155mm dia - rapid heat up
lWhen the hot plates are switched on, the heating area will glow red.
lThe hot plates contain a safety switch which limits the ceramic temperature if the plates are operated without a pan in
position, or if the plates have been at maximum setting for longer than normal.
To get the best out of your hob
lEnsure that the pan covers the heating area.
lSwitch off the plates when the cooking is complete.
lDo not cook directly on the hob surface. Always use a pan.
lDo not use the hob as a chopping board or resting area.
lAlways lift the pan off the surface. Do not drag or slide the pans into position.
lAlways use the recommended cleaning materials and methods. See ‘Cleaning and Caring’ section.
Choice of saucepans
lOnly smooth flat based pans recommended for use on ceramic hobs must be used.
lIf cast iron pans are used, ensure they have a machined flat base.
lNever use recessed or ridged base pans.
lThe base of the pan should cover the heating area.
lSelect a pan of sufficient size to avoid spillage (boiling over). Especially when cooking food containing sugar e.g. jam,
marmalade, fruit etc.
lDo not overlap the edge of the ceramic hob area with pans, as this will result in damage to the enamelled surface of the
top plate.
lFor best results the bottom of the enamelled pan should be 2 - 3mm thick, stainless steel should have sandwich
bottoms 4 - 6mm thick.
CERAMIC HOB
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THE GRILL
lTHE GRILL COM ARTMENT DOOR MUST BE KE T O EN WHEN THE GRILL IS ON.
lCaution: Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is on. Young children should be kept away.
lThe very high speed instant grill is divided into two areas to save energy and to suit individual grilling requirements.
lTurn the grill control clockwise and the whole of the grilling area can be used for large amounts of food. Turn the control
anti-clockwise and the middle area only can be used for small amounts e.g. 2 slices of bread, one or two chops etc.
lMost food is cooked at a high setting but for thicker pieces of meat/poultry and for food such as well done steak the heat
can be reduced by turning the control down to a lower setting.
lFor best results pre-heat at a high setting for approximately 2 minutes.
lThe grill pan fits on the shelf supplied. The shelf is designed to lock in place, but is removable for cleaning. (See Fig.
11B).
lFood should be cooked on the grid or in the base of the grill pan. Some dishes can be placed straight onto the shelf or
floor of the compartment. This is useful when browning the top of food such as cauliflower cheese.
lThe grill compartment side panels are self cleaning.
lThe grill pan can be stored in the base of the grill compartment, when the grill is off.
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General
lThe shelves are designed to be non-tilt.
lShelf positions are counted from the bottom.
lPut dishes in the centre of the shelf.
lTo remove a shelf, lift clear of the side notches and slide forward. To replace a shelf, insert into the oven with the short
prongs at the rear, facing upwards. Slide into position above the side notches then allow to drop down on the runner.
lDo not place the grid shelf or food on the bases of the ovens.
lPre-heat the ovens at the appropriate heat settings until the neon light goes out.
lFor effective heat distribution, leave a gap of no less than 12mm between the dishes and the sides of the oven.
lDo not use a tin or tray larger than the one supplied with the cooker.
lIt is important to check that food is piping hot before serving.
lYou can change the setting and cooking time to suit your tastes.
Condensation
Condensation forms when heat and moisture are present, for example during cooking. Whenever possible try to make sure
that the food which contains a lot of moisture is covered e.g. casseroles. If you do notice any condensation, wipe it up
straight away.
THE OVENS (GENERAL)
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FITTING AND REMOVAL OF OVEN SHELVES
Oven Shelves - These shelves are designed to slide out
Grill Shelf - DO NOT USE AS OVEN SHELVES.
Please note the different design with shelf guards on both front and back
STOP ON SHELF
MUST PRO ECT
UPWARDS SHELF STOP AND
ANTI TILT BRACKET
Refit as follows:
Locate in guide as above.
Please Note: Shelf slides out to stop position.
Fig. 11A
Fig. 11B
DESN 511867
DESN 512411
DESN 511866
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This is used for long, slow cooking over 6-8 hours, keeping food warm and warming plates for short periods.
EXTRA CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN WARMING BONE CHINA - USE THE LOWEST SETTING.
The slow cooking setting is the area marked between 110ºC - 120ºC on the oven control knob.
USING THE SIMMERING OVEN SETTING
Points to bear in mind when preparing food.
l For best results use the AGA Stainless Steel cookware.
l Do not place dishes directly on to the oven base. Always place onto shelf supplied (See Fig. 11B).
l oints of meat and poultry should firstly be cooked at 160° fan oven for 30 minutes, before transferring to the
simmering oven.
l The meat/poultry should be entirely wrapped in 2 layers of foil to ensure a tight seal is achieved, this will retain the
natural juices and flavours that are lost when food is cooked at a higher temperature. The foil join MUST be positioned
at the top of the joint to prevent leakage.
l Always stand covered joints on a rack over a meat tin, to allow good air circulation.
l Meat over 2.7kg (6lbs) and poultry over 2kg (4lbs 8ozs) are unsuitable for the slow cooking method.
l This method is unsuitable for stuffed meat and poultry.
l Make sure that pork and poultry reach an internal temperature of at least 75°C.
l Always bring soups, casseroles and liquids to the boil before putting in the oven.
l When cooking casseroles or braising meat cover the food first with foil and then the lid to create a good seal and
preventing loss of moisture.
l oints of meat should be cooked for a minimum of 6 hours. Casseroles and stews will cook within 2 - 4 hours
depending on the quantity of ingredients. Food will hold for a further 1 -2 hours but the appearance might deteriorate.
l Egg and fish dishes need only 1-5 hours cooking and should be included in day cooking sessions, where they can be
observed from time to time.
l Push dishes well back in the oven to ensure that they are positioned over the element.
l Always thaw frozen food completely before cooking.
l Root vegetables will cook better if cut into small pieces.
l Adjust seasoning and thickenings at the end of the cooking time.
l Dried red kidney beans must be boiled for a minimum of ten minutes, after soaking, and before inclusion in any dish.
STORAGE AND RE-HEATING OF FOOD
l If food is to be frozen or not served immediately, cool it in a clean container as quickly as possible.
l Thaw frozen food completely in the refrigerator before re-heating.
l Re-heat food thoroughly and quickly either on the hotplate or in a hot oven (160°C fan oven), and then serve
immediately.
l Only re-heat food once.
SIMMERING OVEN
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