Baumatic B65.5SS User manual

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B65.5SS
4 Solid plate
electric hob

User Manual for your Baumatic
B65.5SS
60cm 4 Solid plate
electric hob
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
GS 09/11/12
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Contents
Environmentalnote 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 5 – 8
Specifications 8 - 9
Product and aperture dimensions 8
Product specifications 8
Standard accessories 8
Electricaldetails 8
Hobsurfacelayout 9
Usingthehob 10 - 12
Beforefirstuse 10
Controlknobs 10
Switching on a zone and setting a power level 10
Hobguidelines 11
Cleaning and maintenance 12 - 13
Cleaning the hob top 12
Aftereachuse 12
Maintaining the solid plates 13
Installation 13 - 18
Positioning 14
Unpacking the appliance 14
Installing the appliance 15 – 16
Electricalconnection 17
Connecting the mains supply cable 17 – 18
Replacing the mains supply cable 18
My appliance isn’t working correctly 19 - 20
Baumatic Consumables 21
Contactdetails 22

Environmental note
oThe packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled.
all packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
oPlease discard
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic.
Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet
before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you
are unsure of any of the information contained in this
lease contact the Baumatic Advice Line.
ehold use and for
ambient temperature of the
scolouration at
of this temperature limit, will be the liability of
Guarantee. The foregoing does not
t of Baumatic Ltd.
ld not use this appliance to store items on or as a work
kept away
atic service
engineers or their authorised service agent.
booklet, p
General Information
This appliance is designed for domestic housothe cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.
oIMPORTANT: The adjacent furniture and all materials used in
the installation must be able to withstand a minimum
temperature of 85°C above the
room it is located in, whilst in use.
oCertain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are
particularly prone to heat damage or di
temperatures below the guidelines given above.
oAny damage caused by the appliance being installed in
contravention
the owner.
oYour new appliance is guaranteed against electrical or
mechanical defects, subject to certain exclusions that are noted
in Baumatic’s Conditions Of
affect your statutory rights.
oThe use of this appliance for any other purpose or in any other
environment without the express agreemen
will invalidate any warranty or liability claim.
oYou shou
surface.
oNo modifications to the appliance are permitted by Baumatic Ltd.
oYou should not store or place flammable or highly flammable
liquids/materials on top of or near the appliance. Items made
from aluminium, plastic or plastic film should also be
from the appliance, as they may fuse to the surface.
oRepairs may only be carried out by Baum

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hild Safety
any time.During and after use, all
surfaces will become hot.
se ensure that they are kept under close supervision
at all times.
uld only be allowed to utilise the appliance
when supervised.
eneral Safety
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oBaumatic strongly recommend that babies and young children
are prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowed
to touch the appliance at
oIf it is necessary for younger family members to be in the
kitchen, plea
oOlder children sho
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The appliance should only be installed and connected by a
suitably qualified person.
Care should be taken to ensure that the units and work surfaces
that you build the appliance into, meet with the relevant
standards.
If you notice any scratches, splits or cracks in the hob surface,
you should immediately switch off the appliance and disconnect
it from your mains supply. Otherwise there is the risk of electric
shock occurring.
uring use D
Any film or stickers that are present on the hob surface when it
is delivered should be removed before use.
Care should be used when utilising the appliance, otherwise
there is a risk of burns being caused.
t with the hob surface when it is hot or any hot
cookware.
ng with fat and oil the appliance should
not be left unattended.
oYou should not allow the electrical connection cables to come
into contac
oIf fat and oil overheats, then it can ignite extremely quickly. For
this reason, when cooki
Make sure that all of the cooking zones are switched off after
use.

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leaning
Cleaning of the hob should be carried out on a regular basis.
, it
should be disconnected from the mains and allowed to cool.
using this appliance and when
following the cleaning procedure.
other high pressure
cleaning equipment to clean the appliance.
section of this booklet that refers to
stallation.
a result of improper
use or installation of this appliance.
eclaration of conformity
This appliance complies with the following European Directives:
/128/EEC This appliance is suitable to come in
004/108/CE Electromagnetic compatibility
ce
must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only.
o avoid damaging your appliance
The hob surface can be damaged by objects falling onto it.
f the hob surface can be damaged by knocks from
cookware.
bases
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oIMPORTANT: Before attempting to clean the appliance
oGreat care should be taken whilst
oYou should not use a steam jet or any
Installation
This appliance must be correctly installed by a
suitably qualified person, strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Please see
the specific
in
oBaumatic Ltd. declines any responsibility for injury or
damage, to person or property, as
D
-2006/95/CE General regulations / Low tension
-1935/2004/CE 90
contact with food
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oThe manufacturer declares that the hob is built using certified
materials and requires the appliance to be installed in
accordance with the standards currently in force. This applian
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oThe edge o
oCast iron and cast aluminium cookware with damaged
may scratch the hob surface if they are dragged across it.

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oPans should be lifted on and off the hob surface and not
oCooking zones should not be switched on without cookware
lso the cookware should not be empty.
dragged.
placed on it. A
Specifications
Depth: 480 mm
idth: 580 mm Width: 560 mm
o1 x 1.50 kW standard plate (Ø 180 mm)
tandard plate (Ø 145 mm)
Rated Voltage: ble pole switched fused
ax Rated Inputs: 6.00 kW
ains Supply Lead: 3 core x 2.5 mm² (not supplied)
Product dimensions: Aperture dimensions:
Depth: 500 mm
W
Height: 45 mm
Product specifications:
o1 x 2.00 kW rapid plate (Ø 180 mm)
o1 x 1.50 kW rapid plate (Ø 145 mm)
o1 x 1.00 kW s
Electrical details
230-240 Vac 50 Hz
Supply Connection: 30A (dou
outlet with 3mm contact gap)
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ur hob is located on
e underneath of the appliance. Therefore it is a good idea to record
pliance.
ate of Purchase ……………………………….
ob surface lay
= 1.00 kW standard plate (Ø 145 mm)
= 1.50 kW rapid plate (Ø 145 mm)
For future reference please record the following information which can
be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be
found on your sales invoice. The rating plate of yo
th
this information before you install your ap
Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
D
H out
A = 1.50 kW standard plate (Ø 180 mm)
B = 2.00 kW rapid plate (Ø 180 mm)
C
D

Using the hob
Before
help to eliminate any new
ong this burn off process, an appropriately sized
ced on the zone in
n off more than one zone at once.
heating level. The numbers around the
ol knob, indicates
ntrol knob of the zone that you wish to cook on,
oWhen you have finished cooking, make sure that you turn the
control knob anti-clockwise, to the 0 position.
first use
IMPORTANT: You should clean the hob surface and solid
plates (see “Cleaning and maintenance” section).
oYou should switch on one cooking zone at a time, for 5 minutes
at the maximum setting. This will
smell that exists and evaporate any humidity that has formed on
the heating elements during transit.
When doi
saucepan containing cold water should be pla
question.
oDo not bur
Control knobs
oAll operations are performed by means of the 4 control knobs
that can be found on the right hand side of the hob top.
oThe control knobs can be turned either clockwise or anti-
clockwise to select a
outside of each control knob indicates the power level that you
have set the zone to.
oA marking to the bottom right of each contr
which zone that it controls.
Switching on a zone and setting a power level
oTurn the co
clockwise or anticlockwise until it reaches the power level that
you desire.
oEach cooking zone can be adjusted between 1 and 6, one being
the coolest zone setting and six being the hottest zone setting.
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irst few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid,
burning smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated
The hob surface is fitted with cooking areas of different diametre
on these
zones for efficient heating to occur. Pans should have the same
You should not use saucepans with rough bottoms, as this can
Before use, make sure that the bottoms of the saucepans are clean
be slightly concave, as
they expand when hot and lie flat on the surface of the hob. This
thickness for the bottom of the pans is 2 – 3 mm of
enamelled steel and 4 – 6 mm for stainless steel with sandwich type
e will be a great loss of
heat and energy. Heat not absorbed by the saucepan, will spread to
Always cook vegetables and potatoes, etc. in as little water to
ob surface. Any spillages should
be wiped up immediately, however this may not prevent the hob
owever it is not
unbreakable and can be damaged. Especially if pointed or hard
MES BROKEN
OR CRACKED. YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE BAUMATIC
CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.
Hob guidelines
oThe f
use.
oand power.
oThe positions where the heat will radiate from are clearly marked
on the hob top. The saucepans must be positioned exactly
diametre as the cooking zone that they are being used on.
oscratch the solid plates.
oand dry.
oWhen cold, the bottom of the pans should
will allow the heat to transfer more easily.
oThe best
bottoms.
oIf these rules are not followed, then ther
the hob, frame and surrounding cabinets.
oPreferably cover pans with a lid to permit cooking at a lower heat.
oreduce cooking times.
oFood or liquid that has high sugar content may damage the hob top
if it comes into contact with the h
surface from becoming damaged.
oIMPORTANT: The hob surface is tough; h
objects are allowed to fall on it with some force.
oDO NOT USE THE HOB IF THE SURFACE BECO

Cleaning and maintenance
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Cleaning and maintenance operations must only
be carried out when the hob is cool.
The appl
mains su
iance should be disconnected from your
pply before commencing any cleaning
n
easier to clean some deposits whilst the hob
till warm. You should take care not to burn yourself if
hing
oIMPORTANT: If a stainless steel cleaner is not used
regularly, then it is possible for the surface of the hob to
change colour over a period of time.
process.
ing the hob top Clea
Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning
agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with
water and a little washing up liquid.
Abrasive cleaners or sharp objects will damage the hob surface;
you should clean it using water and a little washing up liquid.
Although it is
surface is s
cleaning the hob surface when it is still warm.
After each use
oWipe the appliance over with a damp cloth and a little was
up liquid.
oDry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
oIf the hob top is heavily soiled then if the hob surface is made
from stainless steel, then a suitable stainless steel cleaner
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oIf something is spilt onto the plate itself, then it can be removed
onto a kitchen towel and rub it onto the surface of the
plate. The next time the plate is used, it may produce a little
d at larger supermarkets and hardware
stores. The manufacturer’s instructions should be followed when
T: If the solid plates are not maintained
regularly with olive oil or a hotplate conditioner, then they
o
Maintaining the solid plates
using a soft brush, plastic or nylon scourer and warm water.
oTo keep the solid plates in good condition, you should put a little
olive oil
smoke.
oAlternatively you can use a hotplate conditioner; these products
can normally be foun
using these products.
oIMPORTAN
may rust.
Installati n
The installation must be carried out by a suitably
ualified person, in accordance with the current
version of the following.
UK Regulations and Safety Standards or their European
oBuilding Regulations (issued by the Department of the
Building Standards (issued by the Scottish Development
oElectricity At Work Regulations.
q
oNorm Replacements.
Environment).
oDepartment).
oIEE Wiring Regulations.

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rature rise of 85°C above the ambient
temperature of the room it is located in, during
depending on size) or 600 mm worktop that is at least 30
m thick. The following minimum clearance distances must be
o700 mm between the hob surface and the underside of any
o55 mm clearance between the back of the hob surface and the
f a kitchen unit. There must
be a gap of at least 150 mm between the side of the hob and the
kitchen unit.
hen unpacking the appliance please check that the following items
hin the packaging:
d instruction manual
guarantee card
Clamps
Sealing strip
Position
ng
The adjacent furniture must be able to withstand a
minimum tempe
periods of use.
This appliance is classified as Class 3 and therefore is to be built into a
kitchen unit (
m
observed:-
horizontal surface above it.
o50 mm clearance around the sides and front of the appliance.
wall behind it.
oIf the hob is positioned so that the right or left hand side of the
appliance will be near to the edge o
vertical surface of the
Unpacking the appliance
W
are contained wit
1 Baumatic hob
1 Installation an
1 Baumatic
4 Fixing screws
4
1

Installing the appliance
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Cut a hole wing shown
above.
IMPORTANT: You must have a gap of at least 15 mm between the
Carefully turn the hob upside down and place it on a cushioned
mat.
oin the worktop that corresponds with the dra
ounderneath of the appliance and any surface that is below it.
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.
appliance
gainst the aperture. This will make it difficult to remove the hob from
d then gently lower it into the
rneath of the hob, place the
clamp(s) (B) into position on in each corner
of the hob.
a position that is
suitable for your worktop, as shown in the
diagrams on the left.
crew (C) through each
clamp (B) so that the clamp is
attached to the hob.
hob, you can fully tighten the screws (C) to
osition.
oRemove the protective covering from the sealing strip
oApply the sealing strip provided around the edge of the appliance
oDo not leave a gap in the sealing strip or overlap the thickness.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a silicon sealant to seal the
a
the aperture in future, particularly if it needs to be serviced.
oCarefully turn the hob back over an
aperture hole that you have cut out.
oOn the unde
oAdjust the clamps into
oSlightly tighten the s
oOnce you are satisfied of the position of the
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Electrical c
ordance with the latest edition of the
.E.E. Regulations and in compliance with Baumatic’s
nnecting the appliance, make sure that the supply voltage
mains supply
oltage.
sible position adjacent to the appliance. It should
not be located above the appliance and no more than 1.25m
oThe spur outlet must still be accessible even when your hob is
mm².
on the underside of the hob
and the terminals are accessible by removing the terminal block
cover by removing the cover screw.
oThe cable connec
located on the bo
onnection
This appliance must be installed by a qualified
person in acc
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instructions.
Before co
marked on the rating plate corresponds with your
v
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
oThis appliance must be wired into a 30 A double pole switched
fused spur outlet, having 3 mm contact separation and placed in
an easily acces
away from it.
located in its operating position.
oCable type: H05 RRF 3 core x 2.5
Connecting the mains supply cable
oThe mains terminal block is located
tions must be in accordance with the diagram
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marked in the diagram opposite and
once established ALL terminal screws
should recheck that the terminal
screws are all fully tightened
he Baumatic
Customer Care Department.
o
ohe cable can be looped if necessary, but make sure that is not
b is in position. Care must be
taken to avoid the cable being in contact with hot parts of the
s supply cable
nt which can be obtained from the Baumatic
pares Department.
mains supply cable should be replaced in accordance with the
itch.
oUnscrew the terminal screws fixing the cable.
oce
with the specification given above.
minal
oThe brass links must be positioned as
must be tightened down firmly.
oIf when the hob is first switched on,
only two of the zones work, you
between the links. This should be
done before contacting t
IMPORTANT: The appliance must NOT be connected to the
mains supply by means of a 13A plug and socket.
T
kinked or trapped when the ho
appliance.
Replacing the main
If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced by an
appropriate replaceme
S
hT e
following instructions:
oSwitch the appliance off at the control sw
oOpen the terminal block on the underside of the hob.
Replace the cable with one of the same length and in accordan
oThe “green-yellow” earth wire must be connected to the ter
marked . It must be about 10 mm longer than the live and
neutral wires.
ohe “blue” neutral wire must be connected to the terminal
be connected to the
terminal marked with letter (L).
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y appliance isn’t working correctlyM
oThe cooking zones are not functioning or will not switch
the mains electrical supply to the appliance is correct
s
This will not
affect the working of the appliance. However you should make
oOnly two of the zones on my hob are working
*You should recheck that the terminal screws are all fully
tightened between the links.
on.
*Check that
and working. Check the mains fuse.
oA humming sound is heard when a cooking zone i
selected.
*This is normal; the sound will disappear when the zone heats up.
The cooking zones have become discolouredo
*This maybe caused by burnt on remnants of food.
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operating correctly, then you should disconnect it
from your mains supply and then contact the
mber
[phone].
lease note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is
liance must be accessible for the engineer to perform
ny necessary repair. If your appliance is installed in such a
his includes situations where appliances have been tiled in,
installation other
han the one specified by Baumatic Ltd. has been completed.
appliance.
MPORTANT: Baumatic Ltd. operates a policy of continuous
provement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its
roducts without prior notification.
IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be
Customer Care Department on telephone nu
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE
YOURSELF.
P
under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an
appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out
charge.
The app
a
way that an engineer is concerned that damage will be caused
to the appliance or your kitchen, then he will not complete a
repair.
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sealed in with sealant, have wooden obstructions placed in
front of the appliance, like plinths. Or any
t
Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the
warranty card that you receive with the
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