Caple C749G User manual

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Gas hob
instruction manual
C749G

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CONTENTS
Safety Warnings 3
Installation Warnings 7
Environmental Protection 9
Warranty 9
Instructions For The User 10
Cleaning 12
Instructions For The Installer 14
Maintenance 18
Gas Specification 19
Energy Saving Tips 19
Dimensions 20
Trouble Shooting 21
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully and completely before
using your appliance, keep it in a convenient place for
reference when necessary.
-If gas appears to be leaking, take the following actions:
-Do not turn on the light.
-Do not switch any electrical appliances on or off and
do not touch any electrical plugs.
-Do not use a telephone.
-Stop using the product and close the middle valve.
-Open windows to ventilate.
-Contact Caple Service and your gas supplier.
-This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above.
-Persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
must be supervised and given appropriate instruction
concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
-Children shall not play with the appliance.
-Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried
out by children without supervision.
-The appliance is not intended to be operated by means
of an external timer or separate remote control system.

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CAUTION:
-Carefully read the instructions before installing and
using the appliance. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible if improper installation or use of the device
causes injury or damage. Keep the instructions handy as
a reference for the future.
-Do not use the hob during cleaning
-Never leave the appliance unattended during food
preparation because oil and grease could cause a fire.
-When the unit is connected directly to the power supply,
you need a switch insulating omnipolar.
-If the switched socket is not accessible after installation,
or if the appliance is to be hard-wired, an additional
means of disconnection must be provided for all poles.
When switched off, there must be an all-pole contact
gap of at least 3mm in the switch (including switch,
fuses and relays). Connection data is shown on the data
plate. It must match the mains electrical supply. After
installation ensure that all electrical components are
shielded and cannot be accessed by users.
-The earth cable is not included.
-If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, by an authorised technician or by a
qualified person to avoid danger.
WARNING:
-This appliance is designed for cooking food and is
intended for indoor domestic household use only.
-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 should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
-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 a fire blanket.
-DANGER of FIRE: do not store items on the
cooking surfaces.
-Don’t use a steam cleaner for cleaning the hob.
-If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
-DANGER of burning or scalding. Place pots and pans on
the cooking zone in such a way that children cannot pull
them down and burn themselves.

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INSTALLATION WARNINGS
-The installation must be carried out by experienced and
qualified personnel, in conformity with the regulations
in force.
-Connection to the gas supply must be carried out by a
suitable qualified gas fitter (e.g. a Gas Safe registered
technician in the UK).
-Prior to installation, ensure that the gas and electrical
supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate.
-This appliance is not intended for use by person
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
-Before powering the equipment, check that it is properly
adjusted for the type of gas available.
-Before carrying out maintenance or cleaning of the
equipment, turn the power supply off and ensure the
hob is not hot.
-Make sure that air circulates around the gas equipment
in accordance with regulations in force and only used in
a well ventilated space.
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-When connecting the power cable, make sure it is not in
direct contact (e.g. through the use of insulation sleeves)
with parts that can reach temperatures of over 85°C.
-Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance
while it is in operation.
-Perishable food, plastic items and aerosols may be
affected by heat and should not be stored above or
below the appliance.
-Due to the high temperatures radiated, objects left near
the hob when it is used could catch fire. Do not use the
hob to heat up the room.
-Flames could set the grease filters of a cooker hood on
fire. Do not flambé under a cooker hood.
-Spray canisters, aerosols and other inflammable
substances can ignite when heated. Therefore do not
store such items or susbstances in a drawer under the
hob. Cutlery inserts must be heat-resistant.
-Do not heat an empty pan.
-Do not heat up food in closed containers e.g. tins or
sealed jars on the hob, as pressure can build up in the
container, causing it to explode.
-Do not cover the hob, e.g. with a hob cover, a cloth or
protective foil. The material could catch fire, shatter or
melt if the hob is switched on by mistake or if residual
heat is still present.

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
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 this product. The symbol
on the product 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. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this
product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service
or the retailer where you purchased the product.
CE DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and complies with
all applicable legislation, Low Voltage Directive (LVD), Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) and the Gas Appliance Regulation (GAR).
WARRANTY
Your new appliance is covered by warranty. The warranty card is enclosed - if it is
missing, you must provide the following information to your retailer in order to
receive a replacement: date of purchase, model and serial number. Registration can
also be completed online by visiting www.caple.co.uk.
Ensure you keep your warranty card safe, you may need to show it to Caple Service
together with proof of purchase.
If you fail to show your warranty card you will incur all repair charges.
Spare parts are only available from Caple Service and spare parts authorised centres.
-Insufficient ventilation produces a lack of oxygen.
-In case of an intense or prolonged use of the equipment,
it may be necessary to improve aeration, for example by
opening a window or increasing the extraction power of
your extractor hood, if it exists.
-The products of combustion must be discharged outside
through an extractor hood or an electric fan.
-For any possible repair or modification, contact Caple
Service directly for help, and ensure only original spare
parts are used.
-The rating label, with the serial number and model
number included, is stuck on the underside of the hob.

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USING THE BURNERS
The flame symbols printed on the side of the control knobs indicate the
correspondence between the knob and the flame size on the burner.
TO IGNITE A BURNER:
Turn the corresponding knob anti-clockwise up to the maximum position (large
flame, fig.1) and press the knob. If you keep the control knob depressed, the
automatic ignition for the burner will operate.
You should hold down the control knob for 15 seconds after the flame on the
burner has lit. If after 15 seconds the burner has not lit, stop operating the device
and open the compartment door and/or wait at least 1 minute before attempting a
further ignition of the burner.
Burners
1 Rapid burner
2 Semi-rapid burner
3 Auxiliary burner
4 Triple ring burner
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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2
3
After this 15-second interval, to regulate the flame you should continue turning
the control knob anti-clockwise until the flame is at a suitable level. The operating
position MUST be at a position between the maximum and minimum position.
To switch the burner off, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the gas off
position. In case of power failure, the burners can be lit by carefully using a match.
USING THE BURNERS
In order to obtain the maximum yield without
waste of gas, it is important that the diameter of
the pan is suitable for the burner potential (see
the following table) to avoid the flame reaching
out past the pan (fig. 2).
Burner Pan Size min. Pan Size max.
Auxiliary 120mm 140mm
Semi-rapid 160mm 180mm
Rapid 200mm 240mm
Triple ring 200mm 240mm
Use the maximum flame to quickly make liquids reach boiling temperature, and
the reduced flame to heat food or maintain boiling. All of the operating positions
must be chosen between the maximum and the minimum ones, never between the
maximum position and ‘off.’
WARNING:
- Do not use cookware that overlaps the edge of the burner.
- When you are no longer using the hob, always check that the knobs are in the
off position.
- If the flame should blow out accidentally, the safety valve will automatically stop the
gas supply after a few seconds. To restore operation, set the knob to the lighting
point and press.
- While cooking with fat or oil, pay the utmost attention as these substances can
catch fire when overheated.
Fig 1 Closed
Minimum
Maximum
Fig 2

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- Do not place unstable or deformed pans on the burner, so as to prevent them from
overturning or overflowing.
- Make sure that pan handles are placed appropriately to avoid knocking the pans off
from the hob.
- When the burner is started up, check that the flame is regular, and before taking
pans away, always lower the flame or put it out.
CLEANING
Before any cleaning operation, disconnect the appliance from the electric
grid. Don’t use a steam cleaner for cleaning the hob.
It is advisable to clean the appliance when it is cold.
ENAMELLED PARTS
The enamelled parts must be washed with a sponge and soapy water or with a
light detergent.
Do not use abrasive or corrosive products.
Do not leave substances, such as lemon, tomato juice, salt water, vinegar, coffee
or milk on the enamelled surfaces for a long time.
STAINLESS STEEL PARTS
Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact with highly calcareous water
or aggressive detergents for an extended period of time. The stainless steel parts
should also be cleaned with soapy water and then dried with a soft cloth.
WARNING:
- After cleaning the burner, make sure that the lid is placed in the housing.
- The 2 reference cuts must be entered on the 2 references made on the
flame retardant.
- The burner cap must be positioned steadily and flat.
BURNERS AND PAN SUPPORTS
These parts can be removed to make cleaning easier.
Remove the burner lids and Flame Spreaders by pulling them upwards and away
from the top plate.
Soak them in hot water and a little detergent or washing up liquid.
After cleaning and washing them, wipe and dry them carefully.
Make sure that the flame holes are clean and completely dry.
Wipe the fixed parts of the Burner Cup with a damp cloth and dry afterwards.
Gently wipe the ignition device and
flame supervision device with a well
wrung-out cloth and wipe dry with a
clean cloth.
Before placing the burners back on the
top plate, make sure that the injector is
not blocked.
Replace parts in the correct order after
cleaning (fig. 3)
The locating pins must fit exactly into
the notches.
GAS TAPS
The possible lubrication of the taps must be carried out by specialised personnel
only.
In case of hardening or malfunctions in the gas taps, contact Caple Service.
Fig 3

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
THE OPERATIONS INDICATED BELOW MUST BE FOLLOWED BY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL ONLY, IN CONFORMITY WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
CAPLE REFUSES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES TO PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR
OTHERS, RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH PROVISIONS.
INSTALLATION
Make a hole in the worktop of the dimensions indicated in figure 3 (at the end of
this booklet) respecting a minimum distance of at least 50mm from the rear edge of
the installed device and 100mm of the adjacent side walls.
This appliance is to be built into a kitchen unit or 600mm worktop, providing the
following minimum distances are allowed
- The edges of the hob must be a minimum distance of 60mm from a side or rear wall.
- 700mm between the highest point of the hob surface (including the burners), and
the extractor or kitchen cabinet above.
- 400mm between the hob surfaces,
providing that the underside of the
horizontal surface is in line with the outer
edge of the hob. If the underside of the
horizontal surface is lower than 400mm,
then it must be at least 50mm away
from the outer edges of the hob.
- 50mm clearance around the appliance
and between the hob surface and any
combustible materials.
- You must have a gap of at least
25mm and at most 74mm between the
underneath of the appliance and any
surface that is below it.
- An oven must have forced ventilation to
install a hob above it.
- Check the dimensions of the oven in the
installation manual.
- The cut out must follow the template.
700mm
600mm
400mm
400mm
45mm
25mm (MIN)
60mm
200mm
Min
560mm
490mm
If the hob is going to be installed on the top of an oven, precautions must be
taken to guarantee an installation in accordance with current accident prevention
standards. Pay particular attention to the position of the electric cable and gas pipe:
they must not touch any hot parts of the oven.
Moreover, if the hob is going to be installed on the top of a built in oven without
forced cooling ventilation, proper air vents must be installed to guarantee an
adequate ventilation, with the lower air entering with a cross section of at least
200cm2, and the higher air exiting with a cross section of at least 60cm2.
FASTENING THE HOB
Every hob is equipped with a special seal (fig 5). A set of fixing clips are also
supplied for securing the hob to the worktop (fig 6).
INSTALLATION ROOM
This appliance is not provided with a device for exhausting the products of
combustion. Regarding room ventilation rules where appliance is installed make
reference to the legislation, in conformity with the local regulations.
FOR THE U.K. ONLY
The room containing this hotplate should have an air supply in accordance with BS
5440: Part 2: 1989.
- All rooms require an open-able window, or equivalent and some rooms will require
a permanent vent as well.
- For room volumes up to 5m3, an air vent of 100cm2is required.
- For room volumes between 5m3and 10m3, an air vent of 50cm2is required.
- If the room is greater than 5m3and has a door that opens directly to the outside,
then no air vent is required.
If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room BS 5440: Part 2:1989
should be consulted to determine the air vent requirements.
Seal
Fig 5
Fig 3
Fig 6

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GAS CONNECTION
Make sure that the appliance is adjusted for the gas type available (see the
label under the appliance). Follow the instructions indicated in the chapter “gas
transformations and adjustments” for the possible adaptation to different gases.
The appliance must be connected to the gas system by means of stiff metal pipes
or flexible steel pipes having continuous walls, in compliance with the regulations in
force. Some models are equipped with both cylindrical A and conical B connectors
for gas supply (fig. 7 & 8).
Please select the type which is correct for the supply concerned. The connection
must not stress the gas ramp. Once the installation is over, check the connection
seal with a soapy solution.
ELECTRIC CONNECTION
The connection to the electric grid must be carried out by qualified personnel and
in conformity with the regulations in force. The voltage of the electric system must
correspond to the value indicated in the label under the appliance. Make sure that
the electric system is provided with an effective ground connection in compliance
with the regulations and provisions of the law.
GROUNDING IS COMPULSORY
This device must be at a suitable opening distance from the contacts in order to
allow the entire disconnection in case of over voltage category III, in accordance
with installation rules.
GAS ADJUSTMENTS
- Take precautions on the operations and adjustments to be carried out when
converting from one gas to another.
- All work must be carried out by a qualified technician
- Before you begin, turn off the gas and electricity supply to the appliance.
CHANGE THE INJECTOR OF THE BURNERS
- Remove the pan support, Burner Lid and Flame Spreader.
- Unscrew the injector using a 7mm box spanner and replace it
with the stipulated injector for new gas supply.
- Carefully reassemble all the components.
- After injectors are replaced, it is advisable to strongly tighten
the injector in place.
ADJUSTMENT OF MINIMUM
LEVEL OF THE FLAME
- Turn the taps down to minimum.
- Remove the knob from the tap and place a small bladed
screwdriver in the centre of the tap shaft.
- The correct adjustment is obtained when the flame has a
length of about 3 - 4 mm.
- For butane propane gas, the adjusting screw must be tightly
screwed in.
- Refit the control knob.
- Make sure that the flame does not go out by quickly turning
from maximum flow to minimum flow. If it does then remove
the control knob and make further adjustments to the gas
flow, testing it again once the adjustment has been made.
- Repeat this process for each one of the gas taps.
Fig 7 Fig 8
A B
Injector
Control
Handle
Tap
Tap
by-pass
screw
Sealing
ring

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WARNING:
- Do not dismantle the tap shaft: in the event of a malfunction, change the whole
tap.
- Before placing the burners back on the top place, make sure that the injector is
not blocked.
- A full operational test and a test for possible leakages must be carried out after
gas conversions (such as soap water or gas detector)
- After completing conversion, a qualified technician or installer has to mark “V” on
the right gas category to match with the setting on the rating plate. Remove the
previous setting “V” mark.
MAINTENANCE
Replacing the power supply cable.
If the power supply cable should be replaced, it is necessary to use a cable with a
section of 3x0.75mm2, type H05VV-F or H05RR-F, complying with the regulations in
force. The connection to the terminal board must be effected as shown in fig 9:
Brown cable (Live)
Blue cable (Neutral)
Green-yellow cable (Earth)
GAS SPECIFICATION
Model
No.
Gas
type &
pressure
Electrical
power
Heat input and orifice size marked (mm) Total
Heat
input
Work
burner
Rapid
burner
Semi-
rapid
Auxiliary-
rapid
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G20
20mbar
110-240V~
50/60Hz −130 0.97 0.72 −
G30
29mbar
110-240V~
50/60Hz −0.85 0.65 0.5 −
The performance of each individual burner is calculated according to standard EN
30-2-1 (2015). The total efficiency of the hob is calculated according to the EU
Regulation 66/2014 Par. 2.2. The efficiency is calculated only for the burners with a
nominal capacity exceeding 1,16 KW ( EN 30-2-1 (2015)).
ENERGY SAVING TIPS:
- Use pans that have a flat base.
- Use pans with proper size.
- Use pans with a lid to minimise the amount of liquid or fat. When liquid starts
boiling, reduce the setting.
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DIMENSIONS TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem Probable cause Solution
Not ignited.
No Spark. Check the electricity supply.
The burner lid is badly assembled. Assemble the lid correctly.
The gas supply is closed. Open the gas supply completely.
Badly ignited.
The gas supply is not completely
open. Open the gas supply completely.
The burner lid is badly assembled. Assemble the lid correctly.
The ignition plug is contaminated
with alien substance. Wipe alien substance with a dry cloth.
The burners are wet. Dry the burners lids carefully.
The holes in the flame spreader
are clogged. Clean the flame spreader.
Noise made when
combusted and
ignited.
The burner lid is badly assembled. Assemble the burner lid correctly.
Flame goes out
when in use.
The flame supervision device
is contaminated with an alien
substance.
Clean the flame supervision device.
Product being cooked has boiled
over and extinguished the flame.
Turn off burner knob. Wait one minute
and reignite zone.
A strong draught may have blown
the flame out.
Please turn off zone and check cooking
area for draught such as open windows.
Wait 1 minute and reignite zone.
Yellow Flame.
The holes in the flame spreader
are clogged. Clean the flame spreader.
Different gas is used. Check the gas used.
Unstable Flame. The burner lid is badly assembled. Assemble the burner lid correctly.
Gas Smell. Gas leakage.
Stop using the product and close the
main supply valve. Open the window to
ventilate. Contact Caple Service and your
gas supplier.
Dimension:
Width - 590mm
Depth - 510mm
Height - 90mm
Gas connection:
G1/2 thread
Electric supply:
110~240V ac,50Hz/60Hz, 2W
Cooking output:
4 Gas Burners
Rapid burner : 3kW
Semi-rapid burner: 1.75kW
Simmer burner : 1kW

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GUARANTEE
Caple undertake that if within 2 years from the date of purchase, this appliance or
any part thereof that is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship
or materials, will at our option, repair or replace the same free of charge (for labour
or materials) on condition that:
- Documentation must be provided before a guarantee repair commences to
confirm that the extractor is within the guarantee period.
- The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electrical supply
stated on the rating plate.
- The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in
accordance with the operating and maintenance instructions.
- The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or
tampered with by any person not authorised by us.
- All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by
Caple Service Centre.
- Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of
this company.
- If a service call is made and it is found that the installation has not been carried
out correctly or customer misuse/abuse is involved, the cost of the service call has
to be paid for by the user before any service work is carried out.
EXCLUSIONS
THIS GUARANTEE DOES NOT COVER:
- Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the
replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
- Costs incurred for calls to put right appliances improperly installed or calls to
appliances outside the United Kingdom.
- Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which
are the subject of rental agreements.
- This guarantee is in addition to and does not affect your statutory and legal rights.
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