Baumatic BHC605 User manual

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BHC605
60cm touch control
ceramic hob

User Manual for your Baumatic
BHC605
60 cm Front touch control
4 zone ceramic 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.
DD 31/10/08
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Contents
Environmental note 4
Important safety information 5 – 8
Specifications 8 – 10
Ceramichoblayout 9
Control panel layout 10
Using the ceramic hob 10 - 14
Beforefirstuse 10
Touchcontrols 10
Switchingthehobtopon 11
Switching on a zone and setting a power level 11
Switchingoffazone 11
Switchingoffthehob 12
Residualheatindicator 12
Locking the hob top 13
The hob timer 13 – 14
Setting a countdown time 14
Safetycut-off 15
Hobguidelines 15 – 16
Cleaning and maintenance 17 - 18
Cleaning the ceramic hob top 17
Aftereachuse 17
Cleaningtable 17
Using a ceramic hob scraper 18
Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner 18
Installation 18 - 24
Positioning 19
Unpacking the appliance 19
Installing the appliance 20 – 21
Electricalconnection 22
Connecting the mains supply cable 22 - 23
Replacing the mains supply cable 24
My appliance isn’t working correctly 24 - 25
Contactdetails 26

Environmental note
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oBaumatic uses are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled.
oall packaging material with due regard for the
environment.
The packaging materials that
Please 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 yo
are unsure of any of the information contained in t u his
ooklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Line.
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old use and for
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uarantee. The foregoing does not
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G neral Information
This appliance is designed for domestic househothe cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.
IMPORTANT: The adjacent furniture and all materials used
the installation must be able to withstand a minimum
temperature of 85°C above the amb
room it is located in, whilst in use.
Certain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are
particularly prone to heat damage or discolouratio
temperatures below the guidelines given above.
Any damage caused by the appliance being installed in
contravention
the owner.
Your new appliance is guaranteed against electrical or
mechanical defects, subject to certain exclusions that are noted
in Baumatic’s Conditions Of G
affect your statutory rights.
The use of this appliance for any other purpose or in any other
environment without the express agreement o
will invalidate any warranty or liability claim.
You shou
surface.
oNo modifications to the appliance are permitted by Baumatic Ltd.
You 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 k
from the appliance, as they may fuse to the surface.
Repairs may only be carried out by Baumatic
Engineers or their authorised service agent.

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ny time. During and after use, all
surfaces will become hot.
ose ensure that they are kept under close supervision
at all times.
old only be allowed to utilise the appliance
when supervised.
eneral Safety
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Baumatic strongly recommend that babies and young children
are prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowe
to touch the appliance at a
If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the
kitchen, plea
Older children shou
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be installed and connected by a
suitably qualified person.
The appliance should only
rfaces
ild the appliance into, meet with the relevant
standards.
Care should be taken to ensure that the units and work su
that you bu
s supply. Otherwise there is the risk of electric
shock occurring.
uring use
If you notice any scratches, splits or cracks in the ceramic glass,
you should immediately switch off the appliance and disconnect
it from your main
D
ob surface when it
is delivered should be removed before use.
Any film or stickers that are present on the h
appliance, otherwise
there is a risk of burns being caused.
oe
with the hob surface when it is hot or any hot
cookware.
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g with fat and oil the appliance should
not be left unattended.
Care should be used when utilising the
You should not allow the electrical connection cables to com
into contact
If fat and oil overheats, then it can ignite extremely quickly. For
this reason, when cookin
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.
oshould be disconnected from the mains and allowed to cool.
ousing this appliance and when
following the cleaning procedure.
ohigh pressure
cleaning equipment to clean the appliance.
ection of this booklet that refers to
stallation.
oesult of improper
use or installation of this appliance.
eclaration of conformity
This appliance complies with the following European Directives:
MC Directive inclusive of
9/109/EEC dated 25/01/1992 Materials that can touch food.
oertified
must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only.
o avoid damaging your appliance
The ceramic glass can be damaged by objects falling onto it.
oglass edge can be damaged by knocks from
cookware.
omay scratch the ceramic surface if they are dragged across it.
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IMPORTANT: Before attempting to clean the appliance, it
Great care should be taken whilst
You should not use a steam jet or any other
Installation
This appliance must be correctly installed by a
suitably qualified person, strictly in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Please see
the specific s
in
Baumatic Ltd. declines any responsibility for injury or
damage, to person or property, as a r
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-73/23/EEC dated 19/02/1973 Low Voltage Directive.
-89/336/EEC dated 03/05/1989 E
Amending Directive 92/31/EEC.
-93/68/EEC dated 22/07/1993 CE Marking Directive.
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The manufacturer declares that the hob is built using c
materials and requires the appliance to be installed in
accordance with the standards currently in force. This appliance
T
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The ceramic
Cast iron and cast aluminium cookware with damaged bases

oPans should be lifted on and off the hob surface and not
dragged.
oCooking zones should not be switched on without cookware
placed on it. Also the cookware should not be empty.
Specifications
Product dimensions: Aperture dimensions:
Height: 520 mm Height: 490 mm
Width: 590 mm Width: 560 mm
Depth: 52 mm
Product specifications:
o2 x 1.80 kW hyperspeed zones (diametre 180 mm)
o2 x 1.20 kW hyperspeed zones (diametre 145 mm)
oFront touch control operation
o4 individual residual heat indicators
oSafety lock
oTimer
Standard accessories
oCeramic hob scraper
Electrical details
Rated Voltage: 230 Vac 50 Hz
Supply Connection: 30 A (double pole switched fused
outlet with 3mm contact gap)
Max Rated Inputs: 6 kW
Mains Supply Lead: 3 core x 4 mm² (not supplied)
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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 your hob is located on
the underneath of the appliance. Therefore it is a good idea to record
this information before you install your appliance.
Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
Date of Purchase ……………………………….
Ceramic hob surface layout
1) 1.20 kW hyperspeed zones (diametre 145 mm)
2) 1.80 kW hyperspeed zones (diametre 180 mm)
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Control panel layout
1. Safety lock button
2. Cooking zone minus button
3. Cooking zone indicator
4. Cooking zone plus button
5. Timer minus button
6. Timer display
7. Timer button
8. Timer plus button
9. ON/OFF button
Using the ceramic hob
Before first use
IMPORTANT: You should clean the ceramic hob surface (see
“Cleaning and maintenance” section).
oYou should switch on one cooking zone at a time, for 5 minutes
at the maximum setting. This will help to eliminate any new
smell that exists and evaporate any humidity that has formed on
the heating elements during transit.
oDo not burn off more than one zone at once.
oYou must place a saucepan filled half full with cold water on
each zone as you burn it off.
Touch controls
oAll operations are performed by means of the touch controls that
can be found on the control panel.
oEach touch control has a visual display that corresponds to it.
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Switching the hob top on
oPress the ON/OFF button (9) to switch on
the appliance.
oThe hob will beep once and all of the
cooking zone indicators will light briefly,
then go out.
oThis means that the hob has entered stand-by mode.
Switching on a zone and setting a power level
IMPORTANT: A zone must be selected within 2 minutes of switching
the hob on.
oPress the cooking zone plus button
(4) of the zone that you want to
use.
oAdjust the zone between power levels 1 and 9, using the plus
(4) and minus (2) buttons. By holding down either of these
buttons, the value on the zone indicator (3) will adjust up or
down.
Switching off a zone
oPress the cooking zone minus
button (2) of the zone that you
want to switch off.
oHold the button down until the
number in the cooking zone
indicator reaches “0”. After a few
seconds, the zone will switch off
automatically.
oThe letter “H” will show in the cooking zone indicator (3), (see
the section on the “residual heat indicator” on the next page).
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Switching off the hob
oOnce you have switched off all of the
cooking zones, you should turn off the hob.
oPress the ON/OFF button (9).
oIt is possible to turn the hob off at any time by pressing the
ON/OFF button (9).
oThe hob will switch off automatically after 2 minutes, if none of
the zones are in use.
Residual heat indicator
oAfter a zone is switched off, the corresponding
cooking zone indicator (3) will show a flashing
letter “H”. This means that the temperature of the
zone is over 60°C and is therefore still high enough
to cause injury.
oWhen the temperature of the zone falls below 60°C, then the
letter “H” will go out.
oIMPORTANT: The residual heat indicator will disappear if the
mains supply to the product is cut.
oIT IS STILL POSSIBLE TO BURN YOURSELF ON A HOB
ZONE, EVEN WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OF IT HAS
DROPPED BELOW 60°C.
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Locking the hob top
oThe whole hob top can be locked
by pressing the safety lock button
(1) whilst the appliance is switched
on.
oThe timer display (6) will show
“L0” to indicate that the safety lock
feature has been activated.
oWhen the safety lock has been switched on, it will disable any of
the other buttons on the control panel, apart from the ON/OFF
button (8).
oTo disable the safety lock feature, you should press the safety
lock button (1) again. The “L0” symbol will disappear from the
timer display (6) and you are then able to adjust the power of
any zone on the hob top.
The hob timer
Your hob has a timer which will countdown a period of time between 1
and 99 minutes. At the end of the countdown period an audible signal
will sound.
oUse the timer plus (8) and minus buttons (5) to set the
countdown time.
oThe timer display will show the countdown time that is being set.
oThe timer display will increase in 1 minute intervals each time
the timer plus button (8) is pressed.
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oThe timer display will decrease in 1 minute intervals each time
the timer minus button (5) is pressed.
oIf the set time exceeds 99 minutes, the timer display will return
to showing 0.
oIf you press the timer plus (8) and minus buttons (5)
simultaneously, the timer display will reset to 0.
Setting a countdown time
oPress the ON/OFF button (9) to switch on the appliance.
oPress the cooking zone plus button (4) of the zone that you
want to use.
oAdjust the zone between power levels 1 and 9, using the plus
(4) and minus (2) buttons. By holding down either of these
buttons, the value on the zone indicator (3) will adjust up or
down.
oPress the timer button (7) and the timer display (6) will flash.
oSet the countdown time that you require, using the timer plus
(8) and minus (5) buttons. Use the timer plus (8) and minus
buttons (5) to set the countdown time.
oWhen the countdown time that you require appears on the timer,
stop pressing the timer buttons.
oThe timer display (6) will flash for 5 seconds, when it stops
flashing; the countdown time will be set. Or you can press the
timer button (7) again to confirm the countdown time.
oAn audible signal will sound to advise you that the countdown
period has elapsed.
oWARNING: The zone will still remain active after the
countdown period has elapsed. You will need to turn the
hob zone off manually in the normal manner.

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Safety cut-off
oIf one or more of the cooking zones are accidentally left on, a
safety cut off will activate after a certain period of time. The
length of time depends on the power level that a zone or zones
have been set on.
LEVEL
TIME LIMIT (hours)
1 8
2 8
3 8
4 4
5 4
6 4
7 2
8 2
9 2
oIf more than one zone is operating when one of the zones
reaches its safety cut-off point, only the zone which has reached
its safety cut off point will switch off.
Hob guidelines
oThe first few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid,
burning smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated
use.
oThe worktop is fitted with cooking areas of different diameter
and power.
oThe positions where the heat will radiate from are clearly marked
on the hob top. The saucepans must be positioned exactly on
these zones for efficient heating to occur. Pans should have the
same diameter as the cooking zone that they are being used on.
oYou should not use saucepans with rough bottoms, as this can
scratch the ceramic surface.
oBefore use, make sure that the bottoms of the saucepans are
clean and dry.
oWhen cold, the bottom of the pans should be slightly concave, as
they expand when hot and lie flat on the surface of the hob. This
will allow the heat to transfer more easily.

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oThe best thickness for the bottom of the pans is 2 – 3 mm of
enamelled steel and 4 – 6 mm for stainless steel with sandwich
type bottoms.
oIf these rules are not followed, then there will be a great loss of
heat and energy. Heat not absorbed by the saucepan, will spread
to the hob, frame and surrounding cabinets.
oPreferably cover pans with a lid to permit cooking at a lower
heat.
oAlways cook vegetables and potatoes, etc. in as little water to
reduce cooking times.
oFood or liquid that has high sugar content may damage the hob
top if it comes into contact with the ceramic hob surface. Any
spillages should be wiped up immediately, however this may not
prevent the hob surface from becoming damaged.
oIMPORTANT: The ceramic hob surface is tough; however it is
not unbreakable and can be damaged. Especially if pointed or
hard objects are allowed to fall on it with some force.
oDO NOT USE THE HOB IF THE SURFACE BECOMES BROKEN
OR CRACKED. YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE BAUMATIC
SERVICE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.

Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning operations must only be carried out
when the hob is cool.
The appliance should be disconnected from your
mains supply before commencing any cleaning
process.
Cleaning the ceramic hob top
Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning
agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with
warm water mixed with a little washing up liquid.
Abrasive cleaners or sharp objects will damage the hob surface;
you should clean it using warm water mixed with a little washing
up liquid.
You may find it easier to clean some deposits whilst the hob
surface is still warm. However you should take care not to burn
yourself if cleaning the hob surface when it is still warm.
After each use
oWipe the appliance over with a damp cloth.
oDry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
Cleaning table
Type of deposit Remove
immediately?
Remove
when the
appliance
has cooled
down?
What should I
use to remove
the deposit?
Sugar or
food/liquid
containing sugar
Yes No Ceramic hob
scraper
Tin foil or plastic Yes No Ceramic hob
scraper
Fat splashes No Yes Ceramic hob
cleaner
Metallic
discolouration No Yes Ceramic hob cleaner
Water splashes or
water rings No Yes Ceramic hob cleaner
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Using a ceramic hob scraper
Your appliance will be provided with a hob scraper. The following
guidelines should also be followed when using the ceramic hob
scraper:-
oThe scraper should be placed on the ceramic surface at an angle.
oResidues should be removed by sliding the blade carefully over
the ceramic surface.
oThe ceramic surface should be wiped with a damp cloth that has
been placed in warm water mixed with a small amount of
washing up liquid.
oDry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner
It is possible to purchase a specialist ceramic hob cleaner/conditioner.
You should follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the
specialist ceramic hob cleaner. You should ensure that it is suitable for
use on your appliance.
Installation
The installation must be carried out by a suitably
qualified person, in accordance with the current
version of the following.
oUK Regulations and Safety Standards or their European
Norm Replacements.
oBuilding Regulations (issued by the Department of the
Environment).
oBuilding Standards (issued by the Scottish Development
Department).
oIEE Wiring Regulations.
oElectricity At Work Regulations.
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Positioning
The adjacent furniture must be able to withstand a
minimum temperature rise of 85°C above the ambient
temperature of the room it is located in, during
periods of use.
This appliance is classified as Class 3 and therefore is to be built into a
kitchen unit (depending on size) or 600 mm worktop that is at least 30
mm thick. The following minimum clearance distances must be
observed:-
o700 mm between the hob surface and the underside of any
horizontal surface above it.
o50 mm clearance around the sides and front of the appliance.
o55 mm clearance between the back of the hob surface and the
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 of a kitchen unit. There must
be a gap of at least 150 mm between the side of the hob and the
vertical surface of the kitchen unit.
Unpacking the appliance
When unpacking the appliance please check that the following items
are contained within the packaging:-
1 Baumatic hob
1 Ceramic hob scraper
1 Installation and instruction manual
1 Baumatic guarantee card
4 Fixing brackets
4 Fixing screws
1 Sealing strip
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Installing the appliance
oCut a hole in the worktop that corresponds with the drawing
shown above.
oIMPORTANT: You must observe
the ventilation requirements
shown in the drawing opposite.
oIMPORTANT: There are ventilation
holes around the outside of the hob.
YOU MUST ensure that these holes are
not blocked by the work top, when you
put the hob into position (see drawing
opposite).
oCarefully turn the hob upside down and
place it on a cushioned mat.
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