Gorenje Simplicity IT612SY2W User manual

Instructions for Use
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Built-in glass ceramic induction hob is intended solely
for use in households. Our products are packed in
environment-friendly materials which can be safely
recycled, disposed of, or destroyed. Respective packaging
materials are labeled accordingly. When the appliance is
outdated and you intend to dispose of it, please make
sure this is done in an environment-friendly manner. Take
it to an authorized collection center for waste household
appliances.
Instructions for use have been prepared for the user, and
describe the particulars and handling of the appliance.
These instructions apply to dierent models from the
same family of appliances, therefore you may find
information and descriptions that may not apply to your
particular appliance.
The appliance should be connected to the power supply
in accordance with the instructions from the chapter
“Electrical connections” and in line with the standing
regulations and standards. The connections should be
carried out by a qualified personnel only.
The rating plate with basic information is located
underneath the appliance.
Appliances are allowed to be mounted on one side next
to a high kitchen cabinet, the height of which may exceed
that of the appliance. On the opposite side however, only a
kitchen cabinet of equal height as the appliance is allowed.
Dear customer !
Instructions for use
Installation instructions
Rating plate
Fire hazard protection
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GLASS CERAMIC INDUCTION BUILT-IN
COOKING HOB

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS.................................................................................................5
Safety percautions........................................................................................................................5
Warnings............................................................................................................................................6
CERAMIC-GLASS COOKTOP ........................................................................................7
Operating the cooking hob......................................................................................................7
Induction hotplate function principle..................................................................................8
Appropriate cookware for induction hotplates..............................................................8
Power regulation .........................................................................................................................10
Energy saving tips ......................................................................................................................10
HOB CONTROL ................................................................................................................11
Switching on the cooking hob ..............................................................................................11
Turning hotplates on....................................................................................................................11
Turning hotplates o...................................................................................................................11
Powering o the cooking hob ...............................................................................................12
Engaging the control unit lock / child safety lock.......................................................12
Remaining heat indicator.........................................................................................................12
Power Boost and Super Power Boost ...............................................................................12
Operation time limit................................................................................................................... 13
Overheating safety device......................................................................................................13
Timer.................................................................................................................................................. 14
Safety functions and error display.......................................................................................15
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF CERAMIC-GLASS HOB..............................16
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 18
Important warnings.................................................................................................................... 18
Installing the foam gasket....................................................................................................... 19
Worktop cutout dimensions .................................................................................................20
Installation procedure ..............................................................................................................20
Lower kitchen cabinet ventilation slots.............................................................................21
Installation diagram................................................................................................................... 23
CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLAY............................................................... 24
TECHNICAL INFORMATION........................................................................................ 26
Rating plate................................................................................................................................... 26
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TABLE

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• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
metal capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without supervision.
• WARNING: 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 shall
be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• WARNING: Danger of fire: do not store items on the
cooking surfaces.
• WARNING: 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 o the appliance
and then cover flame with a lid or a damp cloth.
• After use, switch o the hob element by its control and
not rely on the pan detector.
• WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch o the
appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids
should not be placed on the hob surface since they can
get hot.
• Do not use steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaners to
clean the cooking hob, as this may result in an electric
shock.
• The appliance is not intended to be controlled by external
timers or special control systems.
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• The appliance may only be connected to the power mains by an authorized service
technician or expert.
• Tampering with the appliance or non-professional repair thereof may result in risk of
severe injury or damage to the product. Any repairs may only be carried out by an
authorized service technician or expert.
• The appliance is intended solely for cooking. Do not use it for any other purpose, e.g. for
room heating. Do not place empty cookware on the cooking zones.
• If another electrical appliance is connected to a AC power socket near the appliance,
make sure the power cord does not come into contact with hot cooking zones.
• Do not store temperature-sensitive items underneath the appliance, such as cleaners or
detergents, spray cans etc.
• Using the glass ceramic hob as a storage area may result in scratches or other damage
to it. Never heat food in aluminium foil or in plastic containers on the cooking hob. Such
foil or containers may melt which can result in a fire or damage to the cooking hob.
• Do not place objects like knives, forks, spoons, or lids on the induction cooking zone as
they can become very hot.
• Eventual mismatches in colour shades between dierent appliances or components
within a single design line may occur due to various factors, such as dierent angles
under which the appliances are observed, dierent coloured backgrounds, materials, and
room illumination.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging 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. 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 thisproduct. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
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Warnings

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A Hob on/o sensor
B Power level/residual heat displays
B1 The decimal point indicates the activated timer
function
C Cooking zone selection sensors
E Sensor (-) and (+)
H Clock display
1. Induction hotplate rear
2. Induction hotplate rear right
3. Induction hotplate front left
4. Induction hotplate front right
5. Hob control panel
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CERAMIC-GLASS COOKTOP
Operating the cooking
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• Ceramic glass hob is fitted with three or four hotplates.
Hob surface is completely flat and smooth, without
edges to accumulate dirt.
• The hob is fitted with high power induction hotplates.
Heat is generated directly at the bottom of the dish,
where it is most needed, without any losses through the
ceramic glass surface. This way the required extent of
energy is considerably smaller compared to traditional
heaters, which operate on radiation principle.
• Glass ceramic hotplate is not heated directly, but only
by return heat transmitted by the dish. This heat figures
as “remaining heat” after the hotplate is turned o. The
induction hotplate generates heat from the induction
coil, installed underneath the ceramic glass surface. The
coil creates magnetic field at the bottom of the dish
(which can me magnetized) which in turn originates
whirling flows of current which then heat the hotplate.
• Induction hotplate will function perfectly only if
appropriate cookware is used.
• During cooking, cookware should be placed in the
middle of the cooking zone.
• The appropriate cookware is the one which enables
induction, for example steel, enamel or steel alloy
cookware. Pots made from steel alloy with copper or
aluminum bottom, or glass pots are inappropriate.
• When using a pressure cooker, keep an eye on it until
the appropriate pressure level is reached and settled.
First, switch the cooking zone to maximum power,
then reduce the power on time in compliance with the
pressure cooker manufacturer’s instructions.
• Only use cookware with flat bottom! Concave or convex
(indented or bulging) bottom may impede the operation
of overheat protection mechanism and the cooking hob
may become too hot. This could lead to cracks in the
glass surface and melting of the pan bottom. In case of
damage resulting from the use of unsuitable cookware
or overheating of empty, dried-out pots or pans (with
nothing in them), the warranty is void.
• When buying cookware, check if it bears the label
“allows induction”.
Induction hotplate
function principle
Appropriate cookware
for induction hotplates
IMPORTANT!
• In case sugar or other heavily sweetened substance is spilled on the hotplate, wipe it
immediately and remove the sugar residues with a scraper although the cooking zone
is still hot, otherwise the hotplate may be damaged.
• Avoid cleaning the cooktop while the cooking zones are still hot, as you may damage
the hob.
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Only use cookware suitable for electric and
induction cooking, with a:
• thick bottom (at least 2.25 mm)
• flat bottom.
Cooking zone Minimum pan bottom diameter
Ø 160 mm Ø 110 mm
Ø 180 mm Ø 110 mm
Ø 200 mm Ø 145 mm
The magnet test
Using a small magnet, it is possible to check whether the
bottom of your cookware can be magnetized .Use only
cookware to which the magnet will stick.
Pan recognition
One of the many advantages of an induction cooking hob
is the pan, or cookware, recognition. Even if there is no
cookware on the cooking zone, or if a pan with a diameter
smaller than that of the cooking zone, is placed on it, no
heat is wasted. If the pan is much smaller than the cooking
zone, it may not be perceived / recognized by the cooking
zone. When the cooking zone is switched on, a symbol
“U” will light up on the power level display. If a piece of
cookware is placed on the cooking zone in the following
ten minutes, it will be recognized by the cooking hob and
the cooking zone will be powered up to the set cooking
level.
As soon as the pan is removed from the cooking zone,
power supply to the cooking zone is disconnected. If a
pan with a diameter smaller than that of the cooking zone
is placed on it, only the power required to heat up the pan
in use will be supplied.
The cooking zone can be damaged:
• If an empty pan is placed on it.
• Before placing the pan on the cooking zone, wipe
the pan bottom dry to enable the flow of heat and to
prevent damage to the cooking zone.
• For cooking and frying, only use cookware that can
be magnetized, i.e. steel, enamel-coated, or cast iron
cookware. Only then will the induction cooking zone
operate.
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Power setting Purpose
0O, using remaining heat
1 - 2 Maintaining warm food, slow simmer of smaller quantities (lowest
setting)
3 Slow simmer (continuation of cooking after a powerful start-up)
4 - 5 Slow cooking (continuation) of larger quantities, roasting larger chunks
6 Roasting, browning
7 - 8 Roasting
9 Cooking large amounts, searing/braising
P“Power boost” setting for start of the cooking process; also suitable for
very large amounts of food
• When buying cookware be careful in selecting size:
pot diameter usually refers to the top edge of the dish,
which is often larger than the dish bottom.
• Steam-pressure pots (economic pots), which use
pressure in tightly sealed interior, are especially
economic, and save both time and energy. Shorter
cooking time leaves more vitamins in food.
• Always leave enough water in steam-pressure pots,
otherwise it may result in overheating which may
damage both the pot and the hotplate.
• Always cover the cookware with lids of appropriate size.
• Use such dish size to accommodate the quantity of food
to be prepared. If you use excessively large pot for small
amount of food, you will consume considerably more
energy.
Energy saving tips
Cooking zone heat power can be set to ten dierent levels.
The table lists some examples of use for each level.
Power regulation
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• After connecting the glass ceramic hob to the power
mains, all symbols on the display will light up briefly. The
cooking hob is then ready for operation.
• The cooking hob is fitted with electronic sensors which
are activated by touching the designated surface areas
with your finger for at least one second.
• Each time a sensor is activated, this is confirmed by a
beep.
• Do not place any objects on the sensor area. Make sure
the sensor area is always clean.
Touch the on/o sensor (A) and hold it for at least 1
second.
The cooking hob is activated. »0« will appear on all power
level displays (B) and decimal points (B1) will flash.
The following setting must be eected in the next
ten seconds; otherwise, the cooking hob will be
switched o.
After you have switched on the hob with the on/o key
(A), you may activate the desired cooking zone within the
following 10 seconds.
• After you touch the sensor for the desired cooking zone
(C), “0” on the relevant power level display will be lit more
intensively.
• Touch the sensors “+” (E) and “–” (E) to set the power level
(1-9-P). Touching the “–” sensor first will set the power level
to 9.
Continuous pressing of »+» (C) or »-« (E) ssensor
the power level is automatically increased or
reduced. Another procedure is to change power
in steps is by intermediate touching of relevant
sensors.
• First, select the cooking zone you wish to switch o.
• Touch the “–” sensor (E) to set the power level to “0”. If
power level for all cooking zones is set to “0”, then the
hob will be switched o after 20 seconds.
Switching on the
cooking hob
Turning hotplates o
Turning hotplates on
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• The cooking hob may be switched o anytime by
touching the on/o sensor (A). All settings will be
deleted, except for the minute minder (see section
»Timer«).
By activating the control unit lock, you can prevent the
operation or use of the cooking zones. Thus, the control
unit lock also works as a child safety lock.
Activating the child lock
• The hob must be switched o.
• Press the (A) sensor to switch on the cooking hob.
Setting »0« will be indicated on all displays.
• Simultaneously press the (C) sensor for the rear left
cooking zone and the »–« sensor (E) and hold them for
approximately 3 seconds. After the beep, »L« will appear
for a few seconds on all displays.
The child lock is now activated.
Deactivating the child lock
• Press the (A) sensor to switch on the cooking hob. »L«
will appear on all display units.
• Simultaneously press the (C) sensor for the rear
cooking zone and the »–« sensor (E) and hold them for
approximately 3 seconds. Setting »0« will be indicated
on all displays. The child lock is now deactivated.
Glass ceramic hob also features remaining heat indicator
“H”. Hotplates are not heated directly, but through return
heat radiating from the dish. As long as the symbol “H” is
on after the hotplate was switched o, the remaining heat
may be used for warming up food or for melting.
Even when the symbol “H” disappears, the hotplate may
still be hot. Be careful of burns!
For rapid cooking, power boost can be activated for any
cooking zone. This will allow you to rapidly heat large
amounts of food using extra power.
A
Powering o the
cooking hob
Engaging the control
unit lock / child safety
lock
Remaining heat
indicator
Power Boost and Super
Power Boost
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Warning:
The cooking zone with the SP
P
symbol (Super Power
Boost) oers the Super Power Boost function. In this zone,
extra power is activated for five minutes; then, it switches to
level 9.
Activating the Power Boost
• Press the relevant sensor (C) to select the cooking zone.
Use the »–« or »+« sensor (E) to choose the power level 9;
then, press »+« immediately.
»P« will appear on the power level display.
Deactivating the Power Boost
• Press the sensor for the selected cooking zone (C); then,
immediately press the »–« sensor (E). The »P« symbol
will disappear and the cooking zone will switch to power
level 9.
Safety switch o
Power setting Hours lapse prior safety switch
o
18
26
35
45
54
61,5
71,5
81,5
91,5
P1,5
Maximum continuous operation of a particular hotplate
is limited, and the duration is displayed in the above
chart. When the hotplate is switched o by the safety
mechanism, the indicator displays symbols “0”, or “H” in
case there is any remaining heat left.
Example:
Set the cooking zone to level 6 and leave it to operate for
a while. If the cooking zone setting is not changed, the
security mechanism will switch o the zone after one and
a half hour.
• The hob is fitted with a cooling fan which cools the
electronic components during cooking. The fan may
operate for a while even after the end of the cooking
process.
Operation time limit
Overheating safety
device
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• Induction cooking hob is also fitted with a built-
in overheating protection device that protects the
electronic parts from damage. The protection device
operates at several levels. When the cooking zone
temperature increases considerably, the cooking power
is reduced automatically. If this is not enough, the power
of currently heated cooking zones is reduced further
or shut o entirely. In this case, “E2” will be indicated
on the display. When the hob has cooled down, entire
cooking hob power is again available.
• Select the timer by simultaneously pressing the »–«
and »+« sensor (E). Timer settings are displayed on the
upper two display units (H), during which time the lower
two display units are switched o.
• Timer setting is only displayed for 10 seconds; then, the
display switches back to power level.
You may choose two operating modes:
a)Shut-o timer – the timer function is connected to
the selected cooking zone. When the time expires, the
cooking zone is switched o automatically.
b)Minute minder – timer function only has warning/alarm
functionality. When the clock runs out, only an acoustic
signal is emitted.
Activating and setting the timer
• Select the timer by simultaneously pressing the »–« and
»+« sensor (E).
- If you have previously selected a cooking zone so that
the corresponding display unit is lit more intensively,
then the timer will be set for that cooking zone. The
decimal point next to the power level indicates that
the timer has been activated.
- The timer (minute minder) can also be set when no
cooking zone is selected, if you wish to be warned of
something other than the cooking process. Activated
timer (or minute minder) will be indicated with two
flashing decimal points next to the display unit.
• Set the cooking time by pressing the »–« or »+« sensor
(E). (Pressing »–« first will set the timer to 30 minutes. If
you press and hold the sensor, the setting on the display
will change at an increasing rate.)
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• Value can be set from 01 to 99 minutes. Shut-o timer
can be set for each cooking zone.
• To check the remaining time, select the corresponding
cooking zone and activate the timer function. Press the
»–« or »+« sensor (E) to change the setting. (Press the
»–« and »+« sensor (E) simultaneously and sequentially
to choose between active settings.)
•When the set time expires, »00« will flash on the
display; in addition, relevant decimal point will flash
at the shut-o timer. A short beep will be heard. To
acknowledge and stop the beep, press any key; after 2
minutes, the beep will end automatically.
The cooking hob is fitted with overheating protection
sensors. If the temperature rises too high, individual
cooking zones or even the entire cooking hob can be
temporarily switched o automatically.
Error, possible cause, solution
• Continuous beep and Er03 flashing on the display.
- Water spilt over sensor surface, or an object placed
over the sensors.
Wipe the sensor surface.
• Flashing E/2
- The cooking zone has overheated. Wait until it cools
down.
• E/3 flashes
- Unsuitable cookware that lacks ferromagnetic
properties. Use another pot or pan.
In case of an operation failure or if the fault /
error indication does not disappear, disconnect
the cooking hob from the power mains for a few
minutes (undo the fuse or turn of the main switch);
then, reconnect it to the power mains and turn on
the main switch key.
If the problems persist, call a service technician.
Safety functions and
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After each use of the glass-ceramic hob, wait for it to
cool down and clean it; otherwise, even the smallest food
residue will be burnt onto the hot surface next time you
use the appliance. For regular cleaning and maintenance
of the glass-ceramic surface, use special conditioning
agents which form a protective layer on the surface,
shielding it from dirt. Before each use, wipe any dust or
other particles from the hob surface and pan bottom as
these could scratch the surface (Figure 1).
Careful: steel wool, abrasive sponges, and abrasive
detergents can scratch the hob surface. Glass ceramic
surface can also be damaged by aggressive sprays and
inappropriate or insuciently shaken (mixed) liquid
cleaning agents (Figure 1 and Figure 2).
Signage may be worn when using aggressive or abrasive
cleaners or cookware with damaged bottom (figure 2).
Light stains can be removed by a damp soft cloth; then,
wipe the surface dry (Figure 3).
Water stains can be removed using a mild solution of
vinegar; however, do not use this solution to clean the frame
(only with some models, as it may become dull. Do not use
aggressive sprays or decalcification agents (Figure 3).
Heavier stains can be removed using special agents and
utensils for cleaning the glass-ceramic hobs. When using
these products, follow the instructions provided by their
respective manufacturers.
Make sure any residues of cleaning agents are thoroughly
removed, as they could damage the glass-ceramic hob
when the cooking zones heat up (Figure 3).
Remove stubborn and burnt residues with a scraper (figure 4).
Be careful when handling the scraper to prevent injury.
Only use the scraper when dirt cannot be removed
with a wet cloth or special cleaners for glass
ceramic surfaces.
Hold the scraper at the correct angle (45° to 60°). Gently
press the scraper against the glass and slide it over the
signage to remove the dirt. Make sure the plastic handle
of the scraper (in some models) does not come into
contact with a hot cooking zone.
Do not press the scraper perpendicularly against
the glass and do not scratch the hob surface with
its tip or blade.
Cleaning
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 1
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Sugar and sugar-laden food may permanently damage the
glass-ceramic surface (Figure 5); therefore, they should
be removed from the glass-ceramic surface as soon as
possible, although the cooking zone may still be hot
(Figure 4). Any change in the color of the glass-ceramic
surface does not aect its operation or the stability of
the surface. Such discolorations are mostly a result of
burnt food residues or use of cookware made of materials
such as aluminum or copper; these stains are dicult to
remove.
Warning: All damage described above predominantly
relates to the aesthetics, i.e. appearance of the appliance
and do not aect its functionality directly. Such errors
cannot be the subject of a warranty claim.
Figure 5
NOISE AND ITS CAUSES DURING INDUCTION COOKING
Noises and sounds Cause Solution
Induction-
generated
operating noise
Induction technology is based
on the properties of some
metals under electromagnetic
eect. It results in so-called
eddy currents that force the
molecules to oscillate.
These oscillations (vibrations)
are transformed into heat.
Depending on the type of
metal, this could result in quiet
noises.
This is normal and it is not a
result of any malfunction.
Transformer-like
buzz
Occurs when cooking at a high
power level. The reason for
this is the amount of energy
transferred from the cooking
hob to the pot or pan.
This noise will disappear or
weaken when you reduce the
power level.
Vibration and
crackling of the
cookware
This noise appears in cookware
(pots or pans) made of
dierent materials.
It results from vibrations
along the adjacent surfaces
of dierent material layers.
This noise depends on
the cookware. It can vary
depending on the amount and
type of food being cooked.
Fan noise Correct operation of induction
electronic components requires
temperature control. Therefore,
the cooking hob is fitted with a
fan which operates at varying
speed, depending on the
perceived temperature.
The fan may operate even
after the cooking hob has been
switched o, if the temperature
remains too high.
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• Installation of the appliance into a kitchen worktop and its connection to the power mains may
only be performed by an adequately qualified technician.
• Veneer or other finish of the piece of kitchen furniture into which the hob is to be built in
should be treated with heat resistant glue (100°C); otherwise, the worktop finish may be
discolored or deformed.
• Cooking hob is dimensioned to be built into the worktop over a piece of kitchen furniture, with
a width of 600 mm or more.
• After installation, the front two fastening elements should be freely accessible from below.
• Hanging, or wall-mounted kitchen elements should be installed high enough not to interfere
with the work process.
• The distance between the cooking hob and the kitchen hood should be no less than indicated
in the instructions for kitchen hood installation. The minimum distance is 650 mm.
• The distance between the appliance edge and the adjacent tall kitchen furniture element
should amount to no less than 40 mm.
• Use of massive wood decoration plates or boards on the worktops behind the cooking hob is
permitted, if the minimum distance remains the same as indicated in the installation drawings.
• Minimum distance between the built-in cooking hob and the rear wall is indicated on the
installation drawing.
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Before inserting the appliance into the opening in the kitchen
worktop, the supplied foam gasket must be attached to the
lower side of the glass ceramic (glass) cooking hob (see
figure above). Do not install the appliance without the foam
gasket!
The gasket should be attached to the appliance in the
following way:
- Remove the protective film from the gasket.
- Then, attach the gasket to the lower side of the glass,
approximately 2-3 millimetres from the edge (as shown in
the figure). The gasket must be attached along the entire
length of the glass edge and should not overlap at the
corners.
- When installing the gasket, make sure that the glass does
not come into contact with any sharp objects.
NOTE!
On some appliances the gasket is already installed!
Installing the foam
gasket
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• Cooking hobs can be installed into worktops that are 30
to 50 mm thick.
• If the board is thicker than 40 mm, its inner edge should
be trimmed, or ground (Figure A). Thus, sucient air
circulation will be provided.
• If the thickness of your counter top exceeds 30 mm,
then the opening for the hob should be made in the
middle of the oven, with sucient clearance from the
front edge of the counter top so that the induction hob
does not touch the oven shield.
• If you wish to install the induction hob into an existing
opening, make sure if this is possible given the required
installation dimensions (installation depth of 56 mm).
• Worktop must be placed absolutely horizontal.
• Suitably protect the edges of the cut aperture.
• By means of the supplied screws 4 fasten the supplied
tightening brackets 4 fasten to the front and the rear
side of the cooking hob and to the prepared aperture.
• Connect the cooking hob to the mains power supply
(see instructions for the connection of the cooking hob
to mains power supply).
• Insert the hob into the cut aperture.
• Press the hob firmly towards the worktop from above.
• For screwing down the fixing clip it is not allowed to
use screws longer than 6,5 mm.
Installation procedure
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Worktop cutout
dimensions
min 20
558-560
min 600488-490
min 40
57
min 50
R10
595-600
510-515
61-65