Range Master Ceramic Hob User manual

COD. 01080GB - 30.05.2002
Users
Guide
&
Installation
Rangemaster Ceramic Hob
Professional Ceramic Hob

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EASY GUIDE
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing one of our products. It is
easy to use; but please read these instructions in
order to obtain the best results.
These instructions are only valid for the
countries of destination, the identification
symbols of which are marked on the
appliance. The manufacturer shall not be held
responsible for any damages to persons or
property caused by incorrect installation or
use of the appliance.
The Manufacturer shall not be held responsible for
any inaccuracies in this handbook due to printing or
transcription errors; the designs in the figures are
purely indicative. We also reserve the right to make
any modifications to the products as may be
considered necessary or useful, or in the interests
of the user, without jeopardizing the main functional
and safety features of the products themselves.
Using your hob
1 Ø 180 mm 1700 W
2 Ø 145 mm 1200 W
3 Ø 180 mm 1700 W
4 Ø 145 mm 1200 W
5 Residual heat indicator
Fig. 1
The hot plates are equipped with 4
radiant heating elements with different
powers and diameters. Cooking zones
are marked on the hob top; the power
inputs are listed above.
Close to each control knob, there is a
diagram that shows which cooking zone
that knob controls. There is a residual
heat light that turns on when the cooking
zone temperature is above 60°C. This will
turn off only when the cooking zone has
cooled below this value.

Hob controls
There are 12 settings giving a wide range of
temperatures.
Setting Suggested use
1Melting butter, chocolate etc.
1- 4 Heating small quantities of liquid and to
keep dishes warm.
4 - 8 Heating foods, thawing deep-frozen
foods, cooking fruits and vegetables.
8 - 10 Cooking meat, fish, vegetables with
sauce.
10 - 12 Sautéing meat or fish; cooking fish,
steaks and eggs.
12 Frying with oil and heating pans full of
water.
You can turn the control knob clockwise or
anticlockwise to the required setting. The residual
heat light (marked 5 on the diagram opposite) will
come on when the zone is warm.
How to use the cooking zones
The heating areas are the circles marked on the
hob. Use pots and pans that completely cover the
circles.
IMPORTANT:
Remember:
- Place the pan on the cooking zone before
turning the control on.
- Use pots and pans with flat, solid bases.
- Use pots with the same diameter as the
cooking zones or slightly larger.
- Dry the bottom of the pot before putting it on
the cooking zone.
- Do not scrape the pot along the glass. This will
damage it.
- While you are using the hotplate, please, keep
children well away. Make sure that pot
handles are in a safe position. Never leave a
pan of fat or cooking oil unattended.
- Cooking zones stay hot after use for some
time; don’t leave objects on the hob or touch
the top until the residual heat indicator light is
off.
- Don’t use plastic pots or aluminium sheets on
the hob.
- Don’t use hob as a work surface.
CAUTION:- If a crack in the hob surface becomes
visible, due to accidental damage etc., isolate the
appliance from the electricity supply immediately by
turning it off at the wall and arrange for its repair.
DO NOT RECONNECT THE HOB TO THE
ELECTRICITY SUPPLY UNTIL AFTER REPAIR!
Before any cleaning operation, disconnect the
appliance from the electric circuit.
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EASY GUIDE
Fig. 2

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EASY GUIDE
Cleaning
To keep the surface clean and bright, we
recommend you use a silicone conditioner. Used
prior to jam making this will help to protect the
surface of the hob. It is very important to clean the
surface soon after every use, when the glass is still
warm. Do not use abrasive sponges or scourers of
any type. Corrosive cleaners such as oven sprays
and stain removers or abrasive powders should not
be used either.
Depending on the dirt level we recommend:
- Slights stains: use a moist clean cloth.
- Burnt or soiling may be removed with a special
razor scraper (fig. 3); careful, the blade is sharp
and can cause a nasty cut.
- Marks from pot overflows, can be removed using
vinegar or lemon.
- Do not let sugar or sugar solutions run onto the
surface. If this happens turn the hob off and clean
the surface with hot water and the razor blade
scraper.
- If any plastic item, kitchen foil, sugar or food
containing sugar is accidentally allowed to melt on
the hot surface, remove it immediately with a
scraper while the hob is still hot to avoid the risk of
damage to the surface.
- After some use, metal marks and scratches (fig. 4)
due incorrect cleaning and the wrong use of the
pots may appear on the hob top. The scratches
are difficult to remove, but they do not
compromise the good working of the hob. But
make sure that there are no cracks.
- Rinse well and dry with another paper towel or
soft cloth. Take care that no water seeps into the
appliance around the control knobs.
Fading of the text is not covered by the guarantee.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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ISTALLATION
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
INSTALLER
The installation and service procedures given below
may only be carried out by a competent technician.
Failure to install the appliance correctly could be
dangerous and invalidate any warranty or liability
claims. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damage to persons or property
caused by incorrect installation or use of the
appliance.
1) Preparation
After unpacking the hob, make sure it is complete
and undamaged.
Please keep children away from all packaging
(carton, polystyrene, nails,..).
Make a cutout in the worktop, according to the
dimensions shown in fig. 5; make sure that the
installation will comply with the critical clearance
dimensions (fig. 5 and 6).
2) FIXING
- Screw the fixing brackets to the hob (fig 7).
- Turn the hob over. Carefully fit the seal (“E” in fig.
8) under the hob edge but don’t remove the
protective paper strip. Stick the seal to the hotplate
uniformly, pressing it with your fingers. The ends of
the strip must fit together without overlapping.
- Take the protective paper strip off the seal, place
the hotplate in the opening made in the work top,
and lock it in place with the special screws (“F” in
fig. 9).
IMPORTANT:
The glue used to fix plastic laminate to worktop, has
to be able to withstand 150° C, to avoid
delaminating. This appliance is type Y with regard to
protection against over heating of the surrounding
surfaces. The rear wall, adjacent and surrounding
surfaces must therefore be able to withstand a
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Fig. 9

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ISTALLATION
INSTALLATION
3) Electrical Connection
This appliance must be installed by a qualified
electrician to comply with the relevant Institute
of Electrical Engineers (I.E.E.) regulations and
also the local electricity supply company
requirements.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED
Make sure that the mains characteristics (voltage,
nominal, power, etc.) match the ratings indicated on
the data plate on the hob base.
The appliance must be connected to an efficient
earthing circuit. If the electricity network is not
equipped with an earth connection, then it must be
installed separately in compliance with local
regulations. Earthing is a safety measure required
by law, and must be performed with particular care
by a qualified technician, who must also check that
the electricity supply characteristics are correct.
We disclaim all responsibilities for not observing
these points.
- If the appliance is not equipped with an input
cable, connect to the terminal block with an
adequate section cable keeping the “earth”
conductor longer than “live” ones, see fig. 10.
The appliance must be connected to the correct
electrical supply as stated on the voltage label on
the cooker, through a suitable cooker control unit
incorporating a double pole switch having a contact
separation of at least 3mm in all poles. It must not
be connected to an ordinary power socket.
The “earth“ cable does not have to be interrupted by
the switch.
Recommended cable type:
Rubber H05 RR_F of minimum 2.5 mm2conductor
size for single phase.
The unit must be protected by a suitable fuse or
circuit breaker.
Important:
These products are designed and built according to
the European standards EN 60 335-1 and
EN 60 335-2-6 and relevant amendments.
The appliance has been produced to the European
Directives:
- CEE 89/336 + 92/31 + 93/68 concerning EMC.
- CEE 73/23 + 93/68 concerning the electrical
safety.
4) Multiphase connection
Before beginning any servicing always disconnect
the electricity supply.
The appliance is supplied for single phase electrical
supply. It can be converted for use on a 3 phase
supply by changing the connection jumpers.
a) Take off the connection panel by removing the
fixing screws by screws (see fig. 11).
b) Reposition the connection jumpers as shown in
fig. 12.
c) Connect the input cable and hold in place with
the cable clamp.
d) Replace the cover panel using the fixing screws
(see fig. 11).
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12

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INSTALLATION
SERVICING
Before doing any servicing, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
7) Replacing parts
To replace internal components it is necessary to
remove the appliance from the worktop. Turn the
hob over, loosen the screws and remove the base.
It is possible to work on the plates, controls, clamps
and input cable.
When replacing the input cable, keep the
“earth” conductor longer than “live” ones.
Follow the advice given in “Electrical
connection” section.
To reassemble the appliance repeat the inverse
process.
5) Technical Data
Element W
Ø 145 mm element 1200
Ø 180 mm element 1700
Voltage 230 - 240/400 - 415 V
3N~
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Tot. Rating 5800 W
Before leaving the factory, this appliance will have been tested and regulated by expert and specialized
personnel in order to guarantee the best performances.
Only qualified engineers should carry out any repairs or adjustments. Do not use re-conditioned or
unauthorized controls.
If repairs or adjustments are required, contact our service provider on 0845 6035312 specifying the type
of fault and the model of the appliance. This information is printed on the data label on the base of the
hotplate.
Please fill in the following information so that you have it to hand if you have to call for service.
MARK: .............................................................................
MODEL: ...........................................................................
SERIES: ...........................................................................
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SPARE PARTS

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