Matrix MHC101FR Reference manual

Ceramic Hob
Manual for installation,
use and maintenance
MHC101FR
parts +1 year labour
year
guarantee
www.matrixappliances.co.uk

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Contents:
3 Important
4 Important Notes
6 Using Your Hob
9 Efficient Use Of Your Hob
10 Care And Maintenance
12 Troubleshooting
13 Fitting The Hob
15 How To Install The Hob
17 Mains Electricity Connection
19 Product fiche

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Important
The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses
caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note
that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with
this product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance
or use in a commercial environment.
This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone
who is responsible for their safety.
Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for
servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.
Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault
with your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee
purposes.
Appliance Model
Serial Number
EU Declarations of Conformity
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards
and complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety
(LVD) 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic interference (EMC) 2014/30/EU.

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Parts intended to come into contact with food conform to 1935/2004/
EC.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE
PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EU DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
At the end of its working life, the product must be taken to a special
local authority waste collection centre or to a dealer providing
appliance recycling services.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health. It also
enables the constituent materials to be recovered, saving both
energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of
household appliances separately, the product is marked with a
crossed-out wheeled dustbin.
Please note:
• Ceramic hobs become hot and remain hot during and immediately
after use. Do not touch the hob until it has been allowed to cool.
• Keep children away from the appliance when in use.
• Never use the hob top for storage.
• Pan handles should never stand out beyond the edge of the
worktop. This will help to avoid children reaching them.
• Do not lean over the hob when it is in use.
• Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
• Ensure the base of the saucepan is clean and dry before placing
it on the hob.
• Avoid hard shocks from cookware – the vitroceramic glass surface
is highly resistant but not unbreakable.

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• Do not place hot lids flat on the hob top. A “suction” effect could
cause damage to the hob.
• Do not drag cookware across the hob top: in the long term, this
could cause damage to the hob.
• Do not store cleaning or flammable products in the unit below the
hob.
• Always use appropriate cookware.
• Do not cook unopened tins of food directly on the hob.
• Never put cooking foil or plastic materials on the ceramic surface
when the hob is hot. These materials could melt and cause
damage to the hob.
• This hob (Class 3) has been designed for use only as a cooking
appliance. Any other use should be considered incorrect and
therefore dangerous.
Important
• Do not use the hob if the glass surface is cracked or damaged
to prevent the risk of electric shock. Disconnect it from the power
supply.
• Ensure that the power cable of a connected electrical appliance
near the hob is not in contact with the cooking zones.

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Using your hob
Zones:
A. Front left 1.8kW 180 mm D. Back right 1.8kW 180 mm
B. Back left 1.2kW 145 mm E. Power indicator
C. Front right 1.2kW 145mm F. Residual heat indicators
Control knob positions and ideal cooking processes
0. “Off” position
1. Low heat - stewing vegetables.
2. Low-med heat - cooking potatoes.
3. Medium heat - cooking large dishes.
4. Med-high heat - slow frying.
5. High heat - braising meat and fish.
6. Highest heat - bringing to the boil, fast frying and heating.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
fig. 1
A
B
C
D
E
F

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Using your hob
To switch the hob on
• Set the control knob for the desired zone to the required
temperature setting. A guide to heat levels and ideal cooking
processes is on page 6. The power indicator (E) will illuminate to
indicate the zone's usage.
To deactivate a zone and/or switch the hob off
• Simply set the control knob(s) to the "0" position. Once all control
knobs are at this position the hob will be off.
• If switching off multiple zones, the above step needs to be taken
for each zone.
Please note: Any zones that are still hot to the touch (approximately
50°C or above) will be shown by their respective residual heat
indicator (F).

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Residual Heat Indicators
The hob is equipped with residual heat indicators to warn when
any of the zones are still hot to the touch after use. A residual
heat indicator will illuminate to show if the relevant zone is
approximately 50°c or above. You should avoid touching any zone
whilst the hob is in use or whilst either residual heat indicator is
displayed.
Please note: In the event of a power cut or failure, the residual heat
indicators will illuminate after the power supply is restored. When
there is no power supply to the hob however the residual heat
indicators will not work, yet the hob zone(s) may still be hot, so extra
care must be taken.
The residual heat indicators’ layout matches that of the hob zones, as
below:
Rear left Rear right
Front left Front right

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Efficient Use of Your Hob
The hob is equipped with zones designed to accommodate most
shapes and sizes of pan. For best results, only use pans with flat
bottoms. The most efficient use of the hob is shown below, where the
pan and zone are correctly chosen. Use pan lids where possible to
minimize the energy usage of your appliance.
Locating a pan in the centre of the zone markings will ensure
optimum efficiency.
It is very important that the pans used on the hob are made of a
suitable material and have the correct type of base. The base of
the pan and the hob top must be clean before use to prevent any
scratches on the hob top.
Please note: Extra care should be taken if cast iron pans are used as
these have coarse bases which may damage the hob top.
Fig. 2
Zone Size Minimum Pan Size (mm) Maximum Pan Size (mm)
Ø 140mm 125 165
Ø 180mmm160 200

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Care and Maintenance
Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
undertaking any cleaning or maintenance.
Important:
• Steam cleaners must not be used when cleaning this
appliance.
• You should use a non-abrasive cleaner to clean the hob top. Any
abrasive cleaner (including Cif) will scratch the surface and could
erase the control panel markings.
• Sugar and starch can cause permanent damage to the surface of
the hob. Wipe away any spillages immediately but be careful given
that the hob top will be hot during and after usage.
• Avoid letting pans boil over where possible to ensure that the need
for cleaning is minimal.
• Always use a soft sponge or cloth where possible. Utensils such as
scouring sponges and some brushes could cause scratches to
the hob top.
A cleaning guide is available on page 11. When following the cleaning
guide, please ensure any water or fluids do not encroach upon the
control knobs as this may damage the hob.

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Type of residue Clean with Cleaning advice
Light Cleaning sponge
and soft cloth
Wipe over the zone to be cleaned
with a sponge and hot water, and
then wipe o with a soft dry cloth.
Accumulated
baked-on stains/
dirt, sugar spills or
melted plastics
Cleaning sponge
or glass scraper
and soft cloth
Wipe over the zone to be cleaned
with a sponge and hot water, using a
ceramic scraper to remove any large
marks or stains and then wipe o
with a soft dry cloth.
Rings and hard
water residues
White vinegar and
soft cloth
Pour a small amount of warm white
vinegar onto the stain, leave it to
stand, and then wipe o with a soft
dry cloth.
Shiny metallic
streaks
Cleaning agent for
vitroceramic glass
Use specialist vitroceramic glass
cleaner (preferably one with silicone
for its protective properties)
9 fast frying steaks
If your hob is not working:
1. Check that the zone is switched on.
2. Check that the mains supply has not been switched off.
3. Check that the fuse in the spur has not blown.
In the event of a fault with the hob please advise CDA Customer
Care.
Contact CDA Customer Care
A: Customer Care Department, The CDA Group Ltd, Harby Road,
Langar, Nottinghamshire, NG13 9HY
T: 01949 862 012 F: 01949 862 003
E: [email protected] W: www.cda.eu

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedy
The appliance does not
work and no indicators
are lit.
The appliance has no
power.
Check the RCD, hob
power supply and fuse
and replace fuse if
The appliance switches
itself o.
There is an issue with the
installation or the internal
wiring of the hob.
The RCD has tripped.
Contact your installer if
appliance is new.
Check if tripped, and
reset RCD if necessary.
Should the above steps not resolve an issue, please contact CDA
Customer Care for assistance. Contact details are on page 11.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: In the event of any breakage, crack
or cracking – even minimal – of the vitroceramic glass, immediately
disconnect your appliance to prevent a risk of electric shock and
contact CDA Customer Care.
Residual heat indicator
has extinguished despite
zone(s) still being hot.
The appliance has no
power.
The temperature of
the zone is below the
acceptable threshold
(approximately 50°C).
Check the fuse and
replace if blown.
Avoid touching the
ceramic surface directly
for some time after use.
Hob top is broken,
cracked and/or chipped.
Stop using the appliance immediately and switch
the appliance o at the mains. Contact CDA
Customer Care to arrange a repair (contact details
on page 11).
A fault has not been
resolved by any
suggested remedies.
Contact CDA Customer Care using the contact
details on page 11 to arrange a service visit.

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25mm
35mm
500 x 10mm
5-10mm
500 x 10mm
5-10mm
25mm
Fig.3
Fitting the Hob
Unpacking the hob:
Take care not to lose, drop or
mishandle any parts.
Fitting position of the hob:
This appliance must be installed a
minimum of 50mm from any back wall
and a minimum of 55mm away from
any adjacent vertical surfaces, e.g.
a tall cupboard end panel. These
dimensions are shown in Fig.7 on
page 15. If installing the hob in a
cupboard unit, or above a drawer,
then we recommend the use of a
partition panel.
Ventilation requirements:
This appliance must be installed
to allow air to flow freely to the air
intake and from the air outlet. An
air gap of 25mm is recommended
immediately below the hob.
Failure to allow sufficient ventilation
could cause problems with
operation or damage to the hob
and constitutes incorrect installation,
which is not covered by the
product’s warranty (Figs. 3 and 4).
Fig.4
Installation above a cupboard unit
Installation above an oven unit

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Wall furniture requirements:
The minimum height of any cabinet immediately above the hob is
900mm. The minimum height of any adjacent units (including light
pelmets) is 400mm, unless they are manufactured from a material
resistant to fire (steel, for example).
Important notes:
• Do not silicone the hob in place.
• Do not position this appliance above a refrigeration unit. The heat
generated may cause the refrigeration unit to fail.
• This appliance is designed to be installed into cabinet units and
worktop capable of withstanding temperatures of 100°C or greater.
• Never place perishable foods, cleaning products or flammable
items in the cupboard below the appliance.
• If the hob is to be located above a working drawer, we
recommend that the drawer is not used for storing soft items, for
example dusters or towels; this is to minimise the risk of the cooling
system air intakes being obstructed.
Fig.5
400mm
600mm
If fitting a cooker hood above the
hob:
If a cooker hood is to be installed
above the hob, the height of the hood
above the hob must be at least 600mm
(650mm is recommended) (Fig.5). If
the instructions supplied with the hood
dictate that the hood must be installed
at a height greater than 600mm, then
that height is the minimum required.

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How to Install the Hob
Overall dimensions of the hob:
Width: 576 mm Depth: 518 mm
Worktop cut-out dimensions:
Width: 560 mm Depth: 495 mm
If a splashback/worktop upstand is to be fitted, take this into
account when cutting the hole. The minimum distance that the hob
should be positioned away from the rear wall or splashback is 50mm.
1 - Worktop
3 - Ceramic hob
321
2 - Hob seal
Fig.6
1. Make the required hole in the worktop.
Before doing this, you must check the
instructions supplied with any cooker hood to ensure that you will
have the required clearance. The cut-out (Fig.7) shows a 60mm gap
from the worktop edge to the cut-out edge. The distance from the
hob, when fitted, to the back wall is to be 50mm.
Rear Wall
Front edge of worktop
Adjacent vertical surface
(cupboard etc. -
Measurement applicable
to both sides.)
560
495
Min.
Cut-out
50
Min.
60
Min.
55
2. Make sure that
the worktop is
clean and dust
free and insert
the hob into the
cut-out opening.
Press the hob
firmly into place
so that the seal
connects with the
worktop (Fig. 6). Fig.7

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If fitting the hob into a 28-48mm worktop:
The four fixing clips marked with a ‘B’ should be used, as per fig. 9.
If fitting the hob into a 48mm+ worktop:
The four fixing clips marked with a ‘A’ should be used, as per fig. 8.
Position the fixing brackets perpendicularly to the hob’s edge and
tighten firmly. Do not use power tools to do this.
Fig.8 Fig.9
Fig.10
1. worktop
2. screw
3.
4. hob
5. seal
5 4
321
5 4
321
1. worktop
2. screw
3.
4. hob
5. seal
280
280

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Mains Electricity Connection
Warning! This appliance must be
earthed.
We recommend that the appliance is
connected by a qualified electrician, who
is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C. and who will
comply with the I.E.T. and local regulations.
This appliance is intended to be
connected to fixed wiring and is not
suitable for connection to a 13A plug or
13A supply.
EYNG
N
UB
NB
L
Live L: BN - brown
Neutral N: BU - blue
Earth PE: GNYE -green/yellow
Fig. 11
This appliance is intended to be connected to fixed wiring by a
double pole switch, having a contact separation of at least 3mm
in all poles. The switch must be positioned no further than 2m
from the appliance.
Please note:
• The mains cable must only be replaced by a qualified electrician
or service engineer and must be of equivalent or better rating (i.e.
4mm2, HO5VV-F).

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• This appliance is intended to be connected to the mains supply
with a cable of cross sectional area 4mm2.
• The current rating of the fuse or circuit breaker protecting this
appliance should be marked on the socket outlet.
• Assembly and electrical connection should be carried out by
specialised personnel.
• When installing this product we recommend you seek the help of
another individual.
• Should the mains cable be damaged or need to be replaced, it
should only be done so by a qualified electrician or engineer.
The connections to the hob are shown below;
• Ensure that the leads are securely fitted. Failure to do so may
prevent the hob from operating correctly.
Appliance electrical rating: 6000W
L1
N
(PE)
= Brass/Copper bridge link
1 2 3
4
Fig. 12

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Attribute Symbol Value Units
CDA model MHC101FR
 Builtin
4
Radiant 
cooking zones

Ø /
/
/
cm
L
W
NA cm
EC Electric cooking FL:193.5/
FR:193.5/
RL:193.5/
RR:193.5
Wh/kg
EC Electric hob 193.5 Wh/kg

 



FL:14.5/
FR:18.0/
RL:18.0/
/
/
/

Energy Eciency Information
For circular cooking zones or area:
diameter of useful surface area per
electric heated cooking zone, rounded
to the nearest 5mm
Heating technology (induction cooking
zones and cooking areas, radiant
cooking zones, solid plates)
Number of cooking zones and/or areas
For non-circular cooking zones or
areas: length and width of useful
surface area per electric heated
cooking zone or area, rounded to the
nearest 5mm
Energy consumption per cooking
zone or area calculated per kg
Energy consumption for the hob
calculated per kg
Type of hob
RR:14.5/
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