Classique CLS64K User manual

User Manual for your Classique
600mm Ceramic Cooktop
CLS64K
NOTE: This user manual contains important information including safety &
installation points which will enable you to get the most out of your Classique
appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is readily available for future
reference.

Contents
Environmental note
1
Important safety information
2
Specifications
5
Product and aperture dimensions
5
Product specifications
5
Standard accessories
6
Electrical details
6
Ceramic hob surface layout
6
Control panel
7
Using the ceramic hob
7
Before first use
7
Control knobs
8
Switching on a cooking zone and setting a power level
8
Residual heat indicators
9
Hob guidelines
9
Cleaning and maintenance
10
Cleaning the ceramic hob top
10
After each use
11
Cleaning table
11
Using a ceramic hob scraper
11
Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner
12
Installation
12
Positioning
12
Unpacking the appliance
Installing the appliance
Electrical connection
13
13
15
Connecting the mains supply cable
16
Replacing the mains supply cable
18
My appliance isn’t working correctly 18
Warranty card 20

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Environmental note
o The packaging materials that we use are environmentally friendly
and can be recycled.
o Please discard
environment. all packaging material with due regard for the

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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us. 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 booklet, please contact the Retailer where you
purchased your unit from.
General information
o This appliance is designed for domestic household use and for the
cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.
o IMPORTANT: The adjacent furniture and all materials used in the
installation must be able to withstand a minimum
temperature of 85°C above the room’s
it is located in, whilst in use. ambient temperature that
o Certain types of vinyl or laminate kitchen furniture are particularly
prone to heat damage or discolouration at temperatures below the
guidelines given above.
o Any damage caused by the appliance being installed in
contravention
the owner. of this temperature limit, will be the liability of
o Your new appliance is guaranteed against electrical or mechanical defects,
subject to certain exclusions that are noted in the Conditions of
Guarantee. The foregoing does not affect your statutory rights.
o The use of this appliance for any other purpose or in any other environment
without the express agreement of the manufacturer will invalidate any
warranty or liability claim.
o You should not use this appliance to store items on or as a work surface.
o No modifications to the appliance are permitted by the manufacturer.
o 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
from the appliance, as they may fuse to the surface. kept away

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o Repairs may only be carried out by an Authorised Service Agent. Go
to www.applico.co.nz to locate a Service Agent nearest to you.
Child Safety
o We strongly recommend that babies and young children are prevented
from being near the appliance and not allowed to touch the appliance at
any time. During and after use, all surfaces will become hot.
o If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the kitchen, please
ensure that they are kept under close supervision at all times.
o Older children should only be allowed to utilise the appliance when
supervised.
General Safety
o The appliance should only be installed and connected by a suitably
qualified person.
o The appliance should only be repaired by a qualified technician in
accordance with the current regulations.
o Care should be taken to ensure that the units and work surfaces that you
build the appliance into, meet with the relevant standards.
o If you notice any scratches, splits or cracks in the ceramic glass, you should
immediately switch off the appliance and disconnect it from your mains
supply. Otherwise there is the risk of electric shock occurring.
During use
o Any film or stickers that are present on the hob surface when it is
delivered should be removed before use.
o Care should be used when utilizing the appliance, otherwise there is a
risk of burns.
o You should not allow the electrical connection cables to come into
contact with the hob surface or any cookware when it is hot.
o If fat and oil overheats, then it can ignite extremely quickly. For this reason,
when cooking with fat and oil the appliance should not be left unattended.

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o Make sure that all of the cooking zones are switched off after use.
Cleaning
o Cleaning of the hob should be carried out on a regular basis.
o IMPORTANT: Before attempting to clean the appliance, it should be
disconnected from the mains and cool.
o Great care should be taken whilst using this appliance and when following
the cleaning procedure.
o You should not use a steam jet or any other high pressure cleaning
equipment to clean the appliance.
Installation
This appliance must be correctly installed by a suitably
qualified person, strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Please see the specific section
of this booklet that refers to installation.
o We decline any responsibility for injury or damage, to person or
property, as a result of improper use or installation of this
appliance.
Declaration of conformity
This appliance complies with the following European Directives:
-73/23/EEC dated 19/02/1973 Low Voltage Directive.
-89/336/EEC dated 03/05/1989 EMC Directive inclusive of
Amending Directive 92/31/EEC.
-93/68/EEC dated 22/07/1993 CE Marking Directive.
-89/109/EEC dated 25/01/1992 Materials that can touch food.
o The 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 appliance must be used by a trained person for
domestic purposes only.
To avoid damaging your appliance
o The ceramic glass can be damaged by objects falling onto it.
o The ceramic glass edge can be damaged by knocks from cookware.

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o Cast iron and cast aluminium cookware with damaged bases may
scratch the ceramic surface if they are dragged across it.
o Pans should be lifted on and off the hob surface and not dragged.
o Cooking zones should not be switched on without cookware placed on
it. Also the cookware should not be empty.
Specifications
Product dimensions:
Depth: 520 mm
Width: 590 mm
Height: 55 mm
Aperture dimensions:
Depth: 490 mm
Width: 560 mm
Product specifications:
o 2 x 1.80 kW radiant zones
o 2 x 1.20 kW radiant zones
o Side control operation
o 4 x Individual residual heat indicators
o Frameless

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Standard accessory
o Ceramic 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: 6.00 kW
Mains Supply Lead: 3 core x 4 mm² (not supplied)
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
A
=
1.80 kW radiant zones
B
=
1.20 kW radiant zones
C
=
Control panel

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Control panel
Using the ceramic hob
Before first use
IMPORTANT: You should clean the ceramic hob surface (see
“Cleaning and maintenance” section).
o You 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.
o Do not burn off more than one zone at once.
o You must place a saucepan filled half full with cold water on each
zone as you burn it off.

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Control knobs
o All operations are performed by means of the 4 control knobs that can
be found on the right hand side of the hob top.
o The control knob should be turned anti-clockwise or clockwise to select a
heating level. The dots around the outside of each control knob
indicate the power level that you have set the zone to.
o A marking to the top left of each control knob, indicates which cooking zone
that it controls.
oThe control panel and knobs should only be cleaned with mild detergent
and a soft cloth to prevent any damage to the serigraphy which will not be
covered by warranty.
Switching on a cooking zone and setting a power level
o Turn the control knob of the cooking zone that you wish to cook on. The
control knob can be turned anti-clockwise or clockwise.
o The smaller dots indicate the coolest cooking zone settings and the
larger dots indicate the hottest cooking zone settings.
o When you have finished cooking, make sure that you turn the control knob
to the OFF position.

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Residual heat indicators
o To the left of each control knob, there is a residual heat indicator for the
cooking zone that it controls.
o After turning a cooking zone on, when the temperature of the zone
goes above 60°C the corresponding residual heat indicator neon will
switch on.
o After turning a hob zone off, the residual heat indicator neon will stay on.
This means that the zone has not been switched off for more than 35
minutes since last use. Therefore it is more likely that the temperature of
the zone is still hot enough to cause injury.
o After 35 minutes, from the zone being switched off, the residual heat
indicator neon will turn off.
o IMPORTANT: The residual heat indicator will disappear if your mains
supply is cut.
o IT IS STILL POSSIBLE TO BURN YOURSELF ON A HOB ZONE,
EVEN WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OF IT HAS DROPPED
BELOW 60°C.
Hob guidelines
o The first few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid, burning
smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated use.
o The worktop is fitted with cooking areas of different diameter and
power.
o The 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.
o You should not use saucepans with rough bases, as this can scratch the
ceramic surface.
o Before use, make sure that the bases of the saucepans are clean and dry.
o When cold, the base 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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o The best thickness for the base of the pans is 2 –3 mm of enameled steel
and 4 –6 mm for stainless steel with sandwich type bases.
o If 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.
oThe maximum weight of the pots that can be used on your cooktop is 1.8
kgs.
o Preferably cover pans with a lid to permit cooking at a lower heat.
o Always cook vegetables and potatoes, etc. in as little water to reduce
cooking times.
o Food 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.
o IMPORTANT: 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.
o DO NOT USE THE HOB IF THE SURFACE BECOMES BROKEN OR
CRACKED. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE
AGENT 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.

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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
o Wipe the appliance over with a damp cloth.
o Dry 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
Using a ceramic hob scraper
It is possible to purchase a ceramic hob scraper. The following guidelines should
also be followed when using the ceramic hob scraper:-
o The scraper should be placed on the ceramic surface at an angle.
o Residues should be removed by sliding the blade carefully over the
ceramic surface.

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o The 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.
o Dry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
Using a specialist ceramic hob cleaner
o It is possible to purchase a specialist ceramic hob cleaner/conditioner.
o 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.
o AS/NZS 3000:2007 Wiring Regulations
o 2010 Electricity Safety Regulations
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:-
o 760 mm between the hob surface and the underside of any
horizontal surface above it, including a rangehood if a rangehood is
installed.
o 50 mm clearance around the front, back and sides of the
appliance, measured from the cut out.
o If 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 any
kitchen unit that is made of a combustible material. If the vertical surface is
made of a non-combustible material, then 55 mm clearance is sufficient.

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However, sufficient space must be allowed for saucepan handles to be
turned and for saucepans to be used safely.
Unpacking the appliance
When unpacking the appliance please check that the following items are
contained within the packaging:
1 Hob
1 Installation and instruction manual
1 Warranty card
4 Fixing brackets
4 Fixing screws
Installing the appliance
o Cut a hole in the worktop that corresponds with the drawing shown
above.

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o IMPORTANT: You must observe the ventilation requirements shown in
the drawing above. In particular the 20 mm gap underneath the hob
and the 5 mm gap underneath the front edge of the worktop.
o IMPORTANT: 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).
o Carefully turn the hob upside down and place
it on a cushioned mat.
o IMPORTANT: Do not use a silicon sealant to seal the appliance against the
aperture. This will make it difficult to remove the hob from the aperture in
future, particularly if it needs to be serviced, and may void the warranty.

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o Carefully turn the hob back over and then gently lower it into the aperture
hole that you have cut out.
o There are holes on the base or the sides of the hob that you can fix the
four brackets to. There are three holes in each one of the brackets.
o You should place the bracket
on the underneath of the hob,
in a position that is appropriate
for the aperture that you have
cut out. Using the screws
provided, fix the bracket
to the hob. These screws
MUST be securely
tightened.
Electrical connection
This appliance must be installed by a qualified person in
accordance with the latest edition of the AS/NZS3000:2007
Regulations and in compliance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the supply voltage marked
on the rating plate corresponds with your mains supply voltage.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
o This appliance must be wired into a 30 a double pole switched fused spur
outlet, having 3 mm contact separation and placed in an easily accessible
position adjacent to the appliance. It should not be located above the
appliance and no more than 1.25m away from it.

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o The spur outlet must still be accessible even when your hob is located in
its operating position.
o Cable type: H05 RRF 3 core x 4 mm²
Connecting the mains supply cable
o The mains terminal block is located on the underside of the hob and the
terminals are accessible by removing the terminal block cover by
removing the cover screw.

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o The cable connections must be in accordance with the diagram located
on the bottom of the hob (see above).
o You should use a good quality screwdriver to carefully, fully tighten
ALL of the terminal screws.
o When the hob is first switched on, if only two of the zones work, you
should recheck that the terminal screws are all fully tightened. This
should be done before contacting an Authorised Service Agent.
o IMPORTANT: The appliance must NOT be connected to the mains
supply by means of a 13A plug and socket.
o The cable can be looped if necessary, but make sure that is not kinked or
trapped when the hob is in position. Care must be taken to avoid the
cable being in contact with hot parts of the appliance.

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Replacing the mains supply cable
If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced by an
appropriate replacement.
The mains supply cable should be replaced in accordance with the
following instructions:
o Switch the appliance off at the socket.
o Open the terminal block on the underside of the hob.
o Unscrew the terminal screws fixing the cable.
o Replace the cable with one of the same length and in accordance with the
specification given on page 19.
o The “green-yellow” earth wire must be connected to the terminal marked
. It must be about 10 mm longer than the live and neutral wires.
o The “blue” neutral wire must be connected to the terminal marked with
letter (N) - the live wire must be connected to the terminal marked with
letter (L).
My appliance isn’t working correctly
o The cooking zones are not functioning or will not switch on.
* Check that the mains electrical supply to the appliance is correct and
working. Check the mains fuse.
o The residual heat indicator has not come on after I have switched a
cooking zone off.
* The cooking zone has only been turned on for a short period of time;
therefore it did not go above 60°C.
* IMPORTANT: If the cooking zone does appear to be hotter than
60°C and the residual heat indicator has not come on, you
should call an Authorised Service Agent.
o A humming sound is heard when a cooking zone is selected.
* This is normal; the sound will disappear when the zone heats up.