Ariston EVK4 Series User manual

Electric built-in cooking hob
MT Instructions for use, installation,
and connection
IE GB

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Electric built-in hob is intended for use in households.
Our products are packed in environment-friendly materials which
can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without imposing any
burden on the environment.
Instructions for use are intended for the user. They describe the
appliance and its operation. The instructions apply to various
types of appliances and may therefore include description of
functions that may not be available on your appliance.
The appliance must be connected in compliance with the
instructions attached to it, as well as in compliance with relevant
regulations and standards. The connection may only be
performed by a qualified person.
The rating plate indicating the basic information on the appliance
is attached to the lower side of the hob.
Instructions for useInstructions for use
Instructions for
connection
Instructions for
connection
Rating plateRating plate
Dear customer!
Important warnings ........................................................3
Appliance description ...................................................4
Cooking zones................................................................5
Operating the cooking zones ........................................6
Cleaning and maintenance............................................ 7
Special warnings and fault reporting ...........................8
Installation.......................................................................9
Connecting the appliance to the power mains.......... 11
Technical characteristics.............................................13
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• Installation of the appliance into a kitchen worktop and its connection to the power mains may
only be performed by an adequately qualified technician.
• Do not leave small children unattended when the appliance is in operation. Risk of burning and
scalding!
• During cooking, the overheated fat or oil on the hob may ignite. There is a risk of burning and
fire; therefore, control the cooking process at all times.
• Do not use the cooking hob for room heating. Do not place empty pans on the hob.
• In case of a failure of the appliance, immediately disconnect the appliance from the power mains
and contact the service center.
• Do not use steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaners to clean the cooking hob, as this may
result in an electric shock.
• The appliance is manufactured in compliance with the relevant effective safety standards.
Nevertheless, we strongly recommend that persons with impaired physical, motoric, or mental
capacity, or persons with inadequate experience or knowledge, do not use the appliance unless
attended by a qualified person. The same recommendation applies when the appliance is used
by persons of less-than-legal age.
• After a prolonged use of cast iron plates, the area of the plate and the edge of the cooking zone
may discolour. Repair service is not covered by the warranty.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be
treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of thisproduct. For more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
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Electric
1- 6 Power levels
The following figure shows the surface of the hob with electric hotplates.
Type EVK4... Type EVK6...
1. Cooking zone rear left
2. Cooking zone front left
3. Control knobs
4. Cooking zone front right
5. Cooking zone rear right
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Appliance description
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Turn on the cooking zones for 3 to 5 minutes and select the
maximum power level; some fumes may be discharged from the
hob. This way, the protective cover on the cooking hob will reach
its maximum solidness.
• Do not turn on a cooking zone without a pan over it, and never
use the cooking hob for room heating!
• Make sure the cooking zones and pan bottom are clean and
dry, and that sufficient heat transmission is enabled between
them, in order to prevent any damage to the heating surface.
• Any fat or oil left on the cooking ones may ignite. Therefore,
be careful when using fat and oil to prepare food (e.g. French
fries).
• Do not place a damp pan or a steam-covered lid on the
cooking zones, as moisture is detrimental to them.
• Do not leave a hot pan to cool down on the cooking zones,
because moisture will be generated under it, causing
corrosion.
Tips for using the cookware
Use high-quality cookware with a flat and stable bottom.
• Transmission of heat is best when the pan bottom and the
cooking zone are of the same diameter, and the pan is placed
on the middle of the cooking zone.
• When using a tempered glass (Pyrex) or porcelain cookware,
please follow the cookware manufacturer’s instructions.
• When using a pressure cooker, do not leave it unattended until
the desired pressure is reached. The cooking zone should
initially be set to the maximum power level; as the pressure
rises, use the sensors to decrease the power level according
to the pressure cooker manufacturer’s instructions.
• Make sure there is always enough water, either in a pressure
cooker or in any other piece of cookware, as using an empty
pan on the cooking hob will result in overheating which will
damage both the pan and the cooking zone.
• Tempered glass (Pyrex) cookware with a specially brushed
bottom is suitable for use on cooking hobs if it fits the diameter
of the cooking zone. Cookware with larger diameter may break
due to thermal stress.
• When using any special or unconventional cookware, follow
the cookware manufacturer’s instructions.
Before using the
appliance for the first
time
Before using the
appliance for the first
time
Important warningsImportant warnings
CookwareCookware
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• Pan bottom diameters should match the diameter of the
cooking zone. If the pan is too small, some heat is wasted;
furthermore, using a too small pan can damage the cooking
zone.
• Whenever possible given the cooking process, use a lid.
• The pan should be appropriately sized given the quantity of
food prepared. Preparing a small quantity of food in a large
pan will cause a waste of energy.
• Dishes that take a long time to cook should be prepared in a
pressure cooker.
• Various vegetables, potatoes, etc., can be cooked in a small
quantity of water; however, the lid should be closed tightly.
When the water is brought to boil, reduce the power level to a
setting that maintains a temperature just above boiling point.
Energy savingEnergy saving
• Operate the cooking zones using the knobs, built into the
control panels.
• When at least one cooking zone is turned on, the yellow LED
is lit up.
• Power levels are indicated with the numbers from 1 to 6 on the
control knobs. The respective levels are selected stepwise.
The step knobs can be rotated in both directions.
• The cooking zone may be turned off three to five minutes
before the end of cooking in order to make use of the residual
heat and save some energy (the following table lists some
examples for using individual power levels).
S
0Cooking zone turned off
1Maintaining the temperature and reheating of smaller
quantities of food
2Reheating
3Reheating or longer cooking of larger quantities
4Consecutive cooking / frying (e.g. omelets etc.)
5Deep frying
6Quick heating
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• Clean the appliance using warm water, liquid detergent, and a
soft cloth.
• Do not use any abrasive or sharp utensils or other objects.
Burnt or dried food residues should be moistened using a
damp cloth and softened with appropriate detergent.
• Stainless steel parts should be cleaned using special-purpose
detergents. Use a dry, highly-absorbent cloth to apply a thin
layer of detergent on a dry and cool surface, and rub gently in
the direction of surface treatment pattern. Use a damp cloth
and a detergent to clean stubborn stains; then, use a dry cloth
to achieve to polish the surface until glossy. Do not use the
same (stainless steel) detergents to clean aluminum parts.
• Use warm water with some dishwashing detergent to clean the
area around the cooking rings (or hotplates). Before doing
so, use a sponge to soften any stubborn residues.
• All dirty cooking zones should be cleaned thoroughly
immediately after use. If the cooking zones are less stained, it
suffices to wipe them with a damp cloth soaked in water and
some detergent. If the hotplate is heavily soiled, use a steel
sponge (wire scrubber) soaked with detergent. After cleaning,
the cooking zones should always be wiped dry.
• Salt-containing liquids, dishes that have boiled over, or
moisture, can damage the cooking zones. Therefore, always
wipe the cooking zones clean and dry.
• To condition the cooking zones, occasionally use some
sewing machine oil, or conventional products for cleaning and
care, available in the market. Never use butter, bacon / lard,
or similar substance (risk of corrosion). If the cooking zone
is slightly warm, the detergent will penetrate the pores more
quickly.
• Hotplate rings are made of stainless steel; due to thermal
load during cooking, they may discolor slightly to yellow. This
phenomenon is a result of physical processes. Yellow spots
can be restored by conventional metal cleaning detergents. Do
not use aggressive utensils for cleaning the dishes, as these
will scratch the rings.
HotplatesHotplates
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What happened...? Possible cause What to do?
Power supply in general is
interrupted?
The fuse may be blown. Check the fuse in the fuse box
and replace it if it is blown.
If the problem persists despite observing the instructions above,
call an authorized service technician. Elimination of any errors or
warranty claims that resulted from improper connection or use of
the appliance is not covered by our warranty. In such cases, the
costs of repair are borne by the user.
During the warranty period, only a service center authorized by the manufacturer may carry
out any repairs.
Before making any repairs, make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power mains either
by removing the fuse or by disconnecting the power plug from the wall outlet.
Unauthorized tampering with and repairs of the kitchen range (cooking hob) can result in electric
shock or short circuit; hence, do not attempt to perform any repairs by yourselves. Leave such
tasks to an expert or an authorized service unit.
In case of minor faults or problems with the appliance operation, check the following instructions to
see whether you can eliminate the causes by yourselves.
A visit by a service technician during the warranty period will be
charged if the appliance is not functioning because of improper
use. Store these instructions in a place where they are always
readily accessible; if pas the appliance on to another person, the
instructions should also be included.
Following is some advice on rectifying some common problems.
ImportantImportant
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• Installation of the appliance into a kitchen worktop and its connection to the power mains may only
be performed by an adequately qualified technician.
• Veneer or other finish of the piece of kitchen furniture into which the hob is to be built in should be
treated with heat resistant glue (100°C); otherwise, the worktop finish may be discolored or deformed.
• Cooking hob is dimensioned to be built into the worktop over a piece of kitchen furniture, with a
width of 600 mm or more.
• After installation, the front two fastening elements should be freely accessible from below.
• The kitchen furniture element underneath the hob should not be fitted with a drawer. If the kitchen
furniture element as a horizontal partition wall, it should be installed no less than 10 centimeters
from the lower surface of the worktop. The space between the partition wall and the hob must be
empty; no objects should be placed into that gap.
• Hanging, or wall-mounted kitchen elements should be installed high enough not to interfere with the
work process.
• The distance between the cooking hob and the kitchen hood should be no less than indicated in the
instructions for kitchen hood installation. The minimum distance is 650 mm.
• The distance between the appliance edge and the adjacent tall kitchen furniture element should
amount to no less than 100 mm.
• Use of massive wood decoration plates or boards on the worktops behind the cooking hob is
permitted, if the minimum distance remains the same as indicated in the installation drawings.
• Minimum distance between the built-in cooking hob and the rear wall is indicated on the
installation drawing.
• Cooking hobs can be installed into worktops that are 30 to 50 mm thick.
Important warnings
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• Only type EVP4, EVP2... ovens fitted with a cooling fan may
be installed underneath this cooking hob.
• Before installing an oven, the rear wall of the kitchen furniture
element should be removed in the area of the cooking hob
cutout. Furthermore, a gap of at least 6 mm should be left at
the front side.
• The worktop should be installed completely horizontally.
• The cutoff surfaces should be appropriately protected.
• Attach the fastening elements (4) with the supplied screws (4)
to the front and rear wall of the cooking hob and the worktop
cutoff.
• Connect the cooking hob to the power mains and gas supply
(see instructions for connecting a cooking hob on a power
network and gas supply).
• For screwing down the fixing clip it is not allowed to use
screws longer than 6,5 mm.
• Attach the supplied adhesive seal on the lower edge of the
cooking hob.
• Insert the cooking hob into he cutoff and press it heavily from
above towards the worktop.
Installation procedureInstallation procedure
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• The appliance may only be connected by an authorized skilled technician.
• Electric system protection should comply with all relevant regulations.
• The connection clips can be accessed when the connection clip covers are opened / removed.
• Before connecting the appliance, make sure the voltage indicated on the rating plate is
consistent with the voltage in your home circuit.
• The rating plate with basic information is attached on the lower side of the hob.
• The electric circuit should also include an omnipolar switch that will separate the appliance from
the mains, if required, with at least 3 mm of distance between contacts. Suitable devices include
fuses, current protection switches, etc.
• The connection should be selected according to the installation possibilities with regard to
current and fuses.
• Given the protection from the risk of fire, appliances of this type may be installed in a worktop
next to a piece of kitchen furniture that is taller than the appliance (when installed); however,
in this case, a kitchen furniture element must be installed on the other side, adjacent to the
appliance.
• The current conducting and isolated parts must be protected from any possibility of direct
contact.
WARNING!
• Before any intervention, disconnect the appliance from the
power mains. Connect the appliance in compliance with the
electric connections diagram supplied; make sure the relevant
network voltage is observed! The ground wire (PE) should be
connected to the clip indicated by the earthing symbol.
• The mains cable should be fed through the fastening clip
which protects it from being accidentally pulled out.
• After connecting the appliance, turn on all cooking zones /
heaters for approximately three minutes to make sure they are
operating correctly.
• Incorrect connection may destroy parts of the appliance,
making the warranty void.
• Before connecting the appliance, make sure the voltage
indicated on the rating plate is consistent with the voltage
in your home network. Connection voltage (230 V through
N) should be checked by a qualified technician using a
corresponding measuring device!
• Connection cable on the back of the appliance should be led in
such way that it does not touch the appliance back wall, as this
part will get very hot during operation.
Connection diagramConnection diagram
Important warnings
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NOTE:
Connection bridges are already installed on their respective
places on the clip. Screws of the connection terminals are open,
which means they do not have to be unfastened or unscrewed
any further. When fastening the screws, you may hear a slight
‘click’, which means that the screws should be fastened /
screwed in completely.
The following can be used for connection:
• Type H05 RR-F 4×1.5 rubber connection cables with a green-
yellow protective wire,
• Type H05 VV-F 4x1,5 PCV isolated connection cables with
yellow-green protective wire, or other equivalent or superior
grade cables.
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WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES
THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE
APPLIANCE.
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Rating plate
ASerial number
BCode
C Model
D Type
E Trademark
F Technical information
GCompliance indications / symbols
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