Electrolux CHG642WB Operating manual

GAS COOKTOPS
User and Installation Manual
MODELS
CHG642SB/WB, CHG646SB/WB, CHG606SB, CHG956SB/WB,
SHG646SB, SHG956SB, WHG640SB/WB, WHG643SA,
WHG645SA/WA, WHG951SB, WHG955SA/WA

The symbols you will see in this booklet have these meanings:
WARNING
warning
Indicates information concerning your personal safety
WARNING
caution
Indicates information on how to avoid damaging the appliance
TIPS & INFORMATION
tips & information
Indicates tips and information about use of the appliance
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
environmental tips
Indicates tips and information about economical and
ecological use of the appliance
TIPS & INFORMATION
tips & information
Important – check for any damage or marks
If you find the appliance is damaged or marked, you must
report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/
marks under the manufacturer’s warranty. This does not
affect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
environmental tips
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please dispose
of those materials by contacting your local authorities and
ask for the correct method of disposal.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our Gas
Cooktop. We are sure you will find your new appliance a
pleasure to use and a great asset to your cooking. Before
you use the appliance, we recommend that you read through
the whole user manual which provides
a description of the product and its functions.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use a
cooking appliance, it is important that the appliance is installed
correctly and that you read the safety instructions carefully to
avoid misuse and hazards. For future reference, please store
this booklet in a safe place. This appliance complies to the
requirements of Australian Standard AS5263.1.1
CONTENTS
General safety.......................................................3
Using your cooktop ..............................................4
Cleaning and care.................................................5
Troubleshooting.....................................................6
Technical data........................................................7
Installation.......................................................... 10
LPG conversion ......................................................13
Electrical connection................................................14
Testing appliance operation......................................15
Warranty..............................................................19
Record model and serial number here:
Model:..................................................................
Serial number: ........................................................
2 CONTENTS Gas Cooktops
CONDITIONS OF USE
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments
• Farm houses
• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments
• Bed and breakfast type environments

general safety
Gas Cooktops GENERAL SAFETY 3
Read the following carefully to avoid an electric
shock or fire
General warnings
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(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.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure they
do not play with this appliance.
• During use this appliance becomes hot. Care should be
taken to avoid touching hot external and internal surfaces
when in use. Use oven gloves. Children should be kept
away to avoid burns and scalds.
• This appliance must NOT be used as a space heater.
• Keep vents clear of obstructions.
• In order to avoid a fire, the appliance must be kept clean.
• Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of the appliance
when it is in operation.
• Do not store flammable materials in or under the
appliance, eg. aerosols.
• Do not modify this appliance.
Cooktops (generally)
• Do not allow pots to boil dry, as damage to both pan
and cooktop may result.
• Do not operate the cooktop for an extended period of
time without a pot or pan on the hotplate.
• Do not allow large cookware to overhang the cooktop
onto the adjacent benchtop. This will cause scorching to
the benchtop surface.
• Do not allow cooking pots or pans to intrude into the area
which is close to the controls.
• Ensure burner caps and trivets are properly located.
(see Figure1)
• For maximum stability, ensure pots and pans are centrally
located on the trivets.
• Handles should be turned away from the front of the
bench to avoid accidents.
• Only models fitted with flame safeguard can be used in
marine craft, caravans or mobile homes.
Figure 1
NOTE: You must read these warnings carefully before
installing or using the cooktop. If you need assistance,
contact your Customer Care Department. The manufacturer
will not accept liability should the instructions below, or any
other safety instructions incorporated in this book, be ignored.
Installation
• An authorised person must install this appliance and
MUST provide a certificate of compliance.
• Before using the appliance, ensure that all packing
materials are removed from the appliance.
• In order to avoid any potential hazard, the installation
instructions in this booklet and any label on the appliance,
must be followed.
• Ensure that all specified vents, openings and air spaces
are not blocked.
• Where the appliance is built into a benchtop, the
benchtop material must be capable of withstanding
temperatures of 85°C.
Servicing
• Servicing MUST only be carried out by authorised personnel.
• To maintain safe operation, it is recommended that the
product be inspected every five years by an authorised
service person.
• For appliances supplied with a supply cord, if the supply
cord is damaged it must be replaced by an authorised
service person in order to avoid a hazard.
• For models with battery ignition, the battery will require
periodic replacement (see page 12).
NOTE: The battery is a perishable item and is not covered
by the warranty.
Cleaning
• Always ensure the appliance is turned off before cleaning.
• This appliance contains aluminium fittings. DO NOT use
caustic based cleaners.
• Do not use steam cleaners as this may cause moisture build-
up on electrical components.
• Always clean the appliance immediately after any
food spillage.
• DO NOT place burner caps, crowns or griddle plate in a
dishwasher.
Burner
flame
safeguard
sensor
injector
Ignition spark plug

using your cooktop
WARNING
warning
DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is
in operation as aerosols can contain flammable propellants.
WARNING
warning
Where the appliance is installed in any confined area, the
area must be properly ventilated. It MUST NOT be used as a
space heater.
Controls
Each burner is controlled by a control knob. The markings
on the control panel indicate which burner the knob controls,
and the settings for that burner (see Figure 2).
Figure 2
OFF
HI
LOW
Lighting burners
Electronic ignition: These cooktops are fitted with mains
powered or battery ignition. When the appliance has been
connected and the power is on, depressing any knob will release
sparks to all burners (except push button ignition, see push button
ignition models). To light a burner, depress the corresponding
knob and turn to the ‘HIGH’ position (while depressing the knob),
pushing down as far as possible for approximately 5 seconds. If
the flame goes out when the knob is released, simply depress the
knob again, this time holding it down with slightly more force for
the same length of time. The height of the flame can be varied by
turning the control knob toward the “Low” position.
Push button ignition: To light a burner, depress the corresponding
knob and turn to the ‘HIGH’ position, while depressing
the ignition button, pushing down as far as possible for
approximately 5 seconds. If the flame goes out when the knob
is released, simply depress the knob again, this time holding it
down with slightly more force for the same length of time, while
depressing the ignition button. The height of the flame can be
varied by turning the control knob toward the “Low” position.
WARNING
warning
Keep hands clear of the burners when lighting.
If the burner does not light within 5 seconds, turn knob to ‘OFF’
position, allow gas to disperse then try lighting again.
WARNING
caution
Burners MUST be operated between ‘HIGH’ and ‘LOW’
settings only.In the absence of electrical power, carry out the
ignition directly to the burner with a hand held ignition source.
Hotplates
Choice of hotplate
For your convenience there is a choice of hotplates:
• A small burner for special low heat and slow cooking.
• A medium burner for normal cooking and simmering.
• A large burner for fast heating and large pots and pans.
• A wok burner for very fast heating using a wok or large
pot or pan.
To conserve gas place the pan centrally over the burner and
adjust the flame so that it does not extend past the edge of the
pan (Figure 3). Do not boil food too rapidly.
A vigorous boil will not cook food any faster, and will
waste energy.
Pots and pans
All common pots and pans; aluminium, stainless steel, cast iron,
ceramic, etc., may be used on your new gas cooktop. Ensure
that the pots or pans are steady and have flat bases to avoid
dangerous spill-over of hot liquids and wasted energy.
Figure 3
Choice of flame height
3
7
Incorrect – flame too high and
will cause gas waste and possible
handle damage.
Correct flame height.
Gas saved.
Choice of cooking utensils
3
3
For a large burner,
use a large utensil.
For a small burner,
use a small utensil.
WARNING
caution
Never use asbestos mats, wire mats or grids, or aluminium foil
as it can lead to overheating, cracked enamel or broken glass.
The warranty will be void if these items are used and cause a
failure. Woks should only be used on the wok burner and wok
support trivet.
4 USING YOUR COOKTOP Gas Cooktops

cleaning and care
WARNING
warning
Ensure the appliance is off and cool before cleaning.
Enamel
Persistent stains may require rubbing with a nylon scourer or
creamed powder cleansers. Household enamel cleaners are
available, follow the manufacturer’s instructions in their use. Harsh
abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners, steel wool or wax polishes
should not be used.
Stainless steel
NOTE: Ensure any oil is cleaned off the hob before use,
otherwise it may cause the hob to turn a yellowish colour.
All grades of stainless steel may stain, discolour or attain an
adhering layer of grime in normal operation. To achieve
maximum surface appearance, stainless steel must be kept clean
by regularly using the following cleaning procedures. Wash
with warm soapy water and rinse with clean water. Where the
stainless steel has become extremely dirty with signs of surface
discolouration, (due to periods of neglect of misuse) use a stainless
steel cleaner. When removing these stains, be sure to follow the
polish or brushing lines.
WARNING
caution
DO NOT use abrasive scourers or steel wool.
Trivets, burner caps and crowns
These can all be lifted off and removed for separate cleaning.
NOTE: When re-fitting the burner caps and crowns, ensure
that they are correctly seated.
Ensure burners are thoroughly dried after cleaning or spillage.
When cleaning the burners, ensure that all the flame ports are
free of any blockage (refer to Figure 1b on page 4). If necessary,
use a toothpick or brush to clear ports. The outer surface of the
burner caps have a polished finish and extra care needs to be
taken to avoid scratching this surface during cleaning. In instances
of heavy soiling, it may be necessary to apply a non-abrasive
cleaning compound and rub with a cloth until the soiling is
removed and then finish with a soft, dry cloth.
WARNING
caution
DO NOT place trivets or burners in the dishwasher.
Ignition electrode
GENTLY clean the ignition spark plug and flame safeguard sensor
with a damp cloth to avoid lighting difficulties. Ensure that they are
dry before use.
Injector
Ensure the injector remains free of any foreign material.
If necessary, use a thin piece of wire to clear the orifice.
Gas Cooktops CLEANING AND CARE 5

troubleshooting
If you have a problem with the cooktop, check the table below. You may be able to solve the problem and this will
save you from paying for a service call. You will have to pay for a service call even in the warranty period if the
problem is one listed below.
If all the above points have been checked and there is still a problem with the cooktop please call the Service Centre.
Table 1
problem possible cause solution
Burner will not light even
though the sparker is
working
Gas supply valve turned off Turn on gas supply to appliance
Control knob not on Turn knob on (refer to page 3)
Wrong knob turned Ensure the knob you are turning corresponds
to the burner you want to light
Knob not held down long enough in ‘High’
position for flame safeguard to engage
Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob
down for 5 seconds in ‘High’ position (refer
page 4)
Port blockage in ignition area Ensure that ports in ignition area are clean
and dry
Ignition electrode wet or dirty Dry or clean ignition electrode
Sparking at wrong point because of
incorrectly fitted burner crown
Ensure that the crown is seated properly so
that the spark fires to the receiving point in
the burner crown (refer to Figure 1)
Injector is blocked Ensure injector is clear of foreign material
No spark is obtained
when control knob is
activated
Electricity supply is disconnected or switched
off Switch on electricity or check fuses
Battery is flat Replace battery (refer to page 12)
Polarity wrong on battery Reorient battery to correct position (refer to
page 12)
Ignition electrode wet or dirty Dry or clean ignition electrode
Flames uneven or tending
to lift
Flame ports blocked or wet Clean or dry flame ports
Burner cap/crown incorrectly fitted Ensure these components are fitted correctly
Flames not staying on
when knob is released
Knob not set between ‘HIGH’ and ‘LOW’ Knob MUST be set between these positions
Knob not held down long enough in ‘High’
position for flame safeguard to engage
Repeat lighting procedure and hold knob
down for 5 seconds in ‘High’ position (refer
page 4)
Low heat, slow cooking Incorrect cooking pot or pan being used Refer to Figure 3 (page 4)
Benchtop or knobs
overheating
Incorrect cooking pot or pan used Refer to Figure 3 (page 4)
Pot or pan not located on burner properly Ensure pot or pan is centrally ocated on
burner
Cooktop stainless steel
discoloured Pot or pan being used is too large Ensure pot sizes used are as per user manual
requirements. Clean with STEEL POWER
(available through spare parts)
6 TROUBLESHOOTING Gas Cooktops

technical data
FEATURES CHG642SB/WB CHG646SB/WB CHG956SB/WB CHG606SB
Brand Chef Chef Chef Chef
Cooking zones 4 4 5 4
Wok Yes Yes Yes Yes
Ignition 1.5V battery 220-240V 220-240V 220-240V
Trivet Wire Gloss Wire Matt Wire Matt Wire Matt
Hob material Stainless Steel/Enamelled
White
Stainless Steel/Enamelled
White
Stainless Steel/Enamelled
White Stainless Steel
Features Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob
Flame safeguard Yes Yes Yes Yes
Gas Types NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
Cooktop dimension
Width (mm) 600 600 860 600
Depth (mm) 535 535 510 535
Height* (mm) 55 55 51 55
Cutout dimension
Width (mm) 570 570 830 570
Depth (mm) 490 490 470 490
Energy rating (NG)
Small burner 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h
Medium burner 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 9.0 MJ/h
Large burner 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h
Wok burner 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h
Total MJ/h 37.5 MJ/h 37.5 MJ/h 49.6 MJ/h 40.6 MJ/h
*Height is distance from the top of the kitchen bench to the bottom of the cooktop
TECHNICAL DATA Gas Cooktops 7

technical data
FEATURES SHG646SB SHG956SB WHG640SB/WB
Brand Simpson Simpson Westinghouse
Cooking zones 4 5 4
Wok Yes Yes No
Ignition 220-240V 220-240V 220-240V
Trivet Wire Matt Wire Matt Wire Matt
Hob material Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel/Enamelled White
Features Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob
Flame safeguard Yes Yes Yes
Gas Types NG, (LP conversion kit supplied) NG, (LP conversion kit supplied) NG, (LP conversion kit supplied)
Cooktop dimension
Width (mm) 600 860 600
Depth (mm) 535 510 535
Height* (mm) 55 51 55
Cutout dimension
Width (mm) 570 830 570
Depth (mm) 490 470 490
Energy rating (NG)
Small burner 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h
Medium burner 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h
Large burner 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h
Wok burner 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h
Total MJ/h 37.5 MJ/h 49.6 MJ/h 35.2 MJ/h
*Height is distance from the top of the kitchen bench to the bottom of the cooktop
8 Gas Cooktops TECHNICAL DATA

FEATURES SHG646SB SHG956SB WHG640SB/WB
Brand Simpson Simpson Westinghouse
Cooking zones 4 5 4
Wok Yes Yes No
Ignition 220-240V 220-240V 220-240V
Trivet Wire Matt Wire Matt Wire Matt
Hob material Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel/Enamelled White
Features Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob
Flame safeguard Yes Yes Yes
Gas Types NG, (LP conversion kit supplied) NG, (LP conversion kit supplied) NG, (LP conversion kit supplied)
Cooktop dimension
Width (mm) 600 860 600
Depth (mm) 535 510 535
Height* (mm) 55 51 55
Cutout dimension
Width (mm) 570 830 570
Depth (mm) 490 470 490
Energy rating (NG)
Small burner 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h
Medium burner 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h
Large burner 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h
Wok burner 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h
Total MJ/h 37.5 MJ/h 49.6 MJ/h 35.2 MJ/h
*Height is distance from the top of the kitchen bench to the bottom of the cooktop
technical data
FEATURES WHG643SA WHG645SA/WA WHG951SB WHG955SA/WA
Brand Westinghouse Westinghouse Westinghouse Westinghouse
Cooking zones 4 4 5 5
Wok Yes Yes Yes Yes
Ignition 220-240V 220-240V 220-240V 220-240V
Trivet Wire Matt Cast Iron Wire Matt Cast Iron
Hob material Stainless Steel Stainless Steel/Enamelled
White Stainless Steel Stainless Steel/Enamelled
White
Features Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob Ignition through knob
Flame safeguard Yes Yes Yes Yes
Gas Types NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
NG, (LP conversion kit
supplied)
Cooktop dimension
Width (mm) 600 600 860 860
Depth (mm) 535 535 510 510
Height* (mm) 55 55 51 51
Cutout dimension
Width (mm) 570 570 830 830
Depth (mm) 490 490 470 470
Energy rating (NG)
Small burner 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h 5.1 MJ/h
Medium burner 9.0 MJ/h 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h 2 x 9.0 MJ/h
Large burner 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h 12.1 MJ/h
Wok burner 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h 14.4 MJ/h
Total MJ/h 40.6 MJ/h 40.6 MJ/h 49.6 MJ/h 49.6 MJ/h
*Height is distance from the top of the kitchen bench to the bottom of the cooktop
TECHNICAL DATA Gas Cooktops 9

installation
Table 2
Cooktop dimensions Square Rectangular
width (mm) 600 860
depth (mm) 535 510
height (mm) 55 51
Cut-out dimensions
width (mm) 570 830
depth (mm) 490 470
WARNING
caution
Cooktops are supplied for use with natural gas (NG). To use with
LPG, the injectors MUST be changed using the conversion kit
supplied. Refer LP Conversion on page 13 and 15).
This appliance must be installed by an authorised person and in
compliance with:
1. AS/NZS 5601.1 Gas Installations Part 1: General
Installations, and AS/NZS 5601.2 Gas Installations Part 2:
LP Gas installations in caravans and boats for non-propulsive
purposes, or the relevant installation code for gas appliances
in your country.
2. The local gas fitting regulations, municipal building codes,
electrical wiring regulations and any other relevant statutory
regulations.
3. The particular instructions as given below. Before commencing
installation, check to ensure that the appliance gas type given
on the data plate on the appliance corresponds with the type
of gas to which it is intended the appliance be connected.
4. A certificate of compliance MUST be given to the customer
after the application is successfully installed.
5. This appliance must be earthed (240V models only).
Installation procedure
1. The bench cutout should be made as per cutout dimensions in
Table 2 and Figure 4.
2. Adjacent walls, cupboards and protection for combustible
materials: Ensure that the appliance is installed in accordance
with clauses 6.2.5 and 6.10.1.1 of AS/NZS 5601.1, or
clauses 6.9.1 and 6.9.5 of AS/NZS 5601.2 with regard
to clearances to combustible surfaces and materials, and
clearances to rangehoods and exhaust fans.
To ensure clearances of 200mm from burners to vertical
combustible surfaces observe the minimum distance
requirements shown in Figure 5.
Clearances to combustible surfaces may be reduced if
combustible surfaces are protected in accordance with clause
6.10.1.2 of AS/NZS 5601.1, or clause 6.9.2 of AS/NZS
5601.2.
NOTE: For installation into a standard 600mm width
benchtop the clearance specified can not be achieved
and combustible surfaces must be protected in
accordance with the above clauses.
3. Optional barrier: A barrier can be installed to prevent
accidental contact with the cooktop base, where the base of
the cooktop is accessible from below (i.e. Inside a cupboard,
etc.). An impression has been incorporated into the base to
ensure a minimum clearance of 10mm is maintained between
the base and the barrier. This barrier may be made of any
rigid material.
Barrier protection is not necessary if the product is installed
above an underbench oven or similar appliance and/or if
the cupboard construction is such that the underside of the
cooktop is not accessible.
Figure 4
37mm
27mm
470mm
gas supply
connection
gas supply
connection
830mm
130mm min
120mm min
135mm
min
130mm min
490mm
19mm
19mm
570mm
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