Russell Hobbs RH60EH412B User manual

Model number(s):
RH60EH412B
Electric Hob
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT:
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0345 208 8750
or visit us at mda.russellhobbs.com

Contents
Safety Instructions ………………………………………. 3-5
Product Overview ………………………………………. 6
Positioning ………………………………………. 7-8
Installation ………………………………………. 9-10
Usage ………………………………………. 11-22
Cleaning & Maintenance ………………………………………. 23-24
Trouble shooting ………………………………………. 25
Guarantee ………………………………………. 26
Technical specification ………………………………………. 27

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Safety Instructions
Important note:
Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and
usage as described in this booklet.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental 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.
Electric ovens and hobs must be hard-wired to a suitably rated electrical
cooker power point –it is recommended that you consult a qualified
electrician. Failure to do so will invalidate your guarantee, liability claims
and could lead to criminal prosecution
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
•If the supply lead is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified person
using the correct lead, available from 0345 208 8750.
•Packaging material is dangerous to children. Never allow children to play
with packaging material.
•Check the appliance for damage after unpacking it. Do not connect the
appliance if it has been damaged in transport.
•The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according
to the safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that
the appliance works correctly after installation.

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Safety Instructions
•All operations relating to installation and regulation must be carried out by an
authorised installation engineer, respecting applicable regulations, standards
and the specifications of the local electricity providers.
•This appliance can only be installed in a well-ventilated place.
•This appliance is intended for domestic use and the household environment
only. The appliance is not intended for use outside.
•Do not tamper with the appliance's interior. If necessary, call our customer
helpline
•Do not switch on the appliance if it is damaged in any way. Contact our
customer helpline
•This appliance is only intended for cooking purposes, not as a heating system.
•Do not leave the appliance unattended during operation. The manufacturer is
not liable for damage which is caused by improper use or incorrect operation.
•Hot oil and fat can ignite very quickly. Never leave hot fat or oil unattended.
Never use water to put out burning oil or fat. Switch off the appliance.
Extinguish flames carefully using a lid, fire blanket or something similar.
•When the cooking zones are in operation without any cookware placed on
them, they can build up a lot of heat. Only operate the cooking zones with
cookware on them.
•Operating several cooking zones at the same time gives rise to a great deal of
heat.
•The accessible parts become very hot when in operation. Never touch hot
parts. Keep children at a safe distance.
•Do not use covers. These can cause accidents, due to overheating, catching fire
or materials shattering, for example.
•Do not use inappropriate child safety shields or hob guards. These can cause
accidents.

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Safety Instructions
•The hob will become very hot. Never place combustible items on the hob.
Never place objects other than cookware on the hob.
•The appliance gets hot. Do not keep combustible objects or aerosol cans in
drawers directly underneath the hob.
•Adefective appliance may cause electric shock. Never switch on a defective
appliance. Unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker
in the fuse box. Contact the customer services.
•Cracks or fractures in the glass ceramic may cause electric shocks. Switch off
the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the customer services.
•Components inside the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective
gloves.
•Saucepans may suddenly move due to liquid between the pan base and the
hotplate. Always keep the hotplate and saucepan bases dry.
•Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
•Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners, which can result in an
electric shock.
•Never use strong and abrasive cleaning agents as they will cause surface
damage.
•In the event of a malfunction, turn off the appliance’s electricity supply. For
repairs, call customer services.

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Product overview
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1. Hob
2. Cooking zones
A. 1200W (max)
B. 1800W (max)
C. 1800W (max)
D. 1200W (max)
3. Controls
4. 4 x Brackets
5. 4 x Screws
Unit & Spare Parts
If any of the above parts are missing please contact the Customer Services Team on
0345 208 8750 or visit us at mda.russellhobbs.com
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Positioning
•This appliance is to be installed in a counter top.
•Avoid damaging the product during installation.
•The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according to the
safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the appliance
works correct when installed.
•Electric ovens and hobs must be hard-wired to a suitably rated electrical
cooker power point –it is recommended that you consult a qualified
electrician. Failure to do so will invalidate your guarantee, liability claims and
could lead to criminal prosecution.
•The edges of the hob must be a minimum of 60mm from a side or rear wall.
•The highest point of the hob must be a minimum of 760mm from the underside
of any surface directly above it.
•The highest point of the hob must be a minimum of 400mm from the underside
of any surface either side of the hob. If any surface either side of the hob is
lower than 400mm, then it must be at least 50mm from the outer edges of the
hob.
•There must be a minimum of 50mm of clearance around the hob and any
combustible materials.
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600mm
400mm
400mm
760mm
200mm

Positioning
•Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm
•You must have a gap of a minimum gap of 25mm between the underside of the
appliance and any surface below it.
Note:
•Select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation
caused by the heat radiation from the appliance.
•To install a hob above an oven, the oven must have forced ventilation.
•Check the dimensions of the oven when being installed with the hob
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Installation
Preparation & installation
Ensure that there are no electric wires, gas or water pipes in the area where holes
are to be made.
Components of the appliance may have sharp edges. Wear protective gloves.
1. Ensure that that there is an electrical plug socket within adequate distance of
the hob after it has been installed.
2. Cut out the aperture that measure 560mm by 490mm deep, in accordance
with the positioning instructions detailed on the previous page.
3. Carefully and gently lower the hob into the aperture hole that you have cut
out.
4. Fix the hob on the work surface by screwing the 4 brackets on to the underside
of hob after installation:
5. The brackets position can be adjusted to suit different thickness of work
surfaces:
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Installation
Electrical connection
•WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
•This appliance is designed to be connected to a 220-240V~50Hz AC electricity
supply.
•Before proceeding with the electrical connection, verify that the current
carrying capacity of the system and the isolator / main switch is adequate for
the maximum power rating of the hob.
•Electrical installation of the residence and of the appliance’s isolator must be
earthed and conform with the required safety regulations.
•If there is no suitable circuit and a fused switch, they must be installed
by a qualified electrician before the hob is connected.
•An isolator switch must be easily accessible once the hob has been installed.
•Do not use adaptors, multiple sockets and/or extension leads.
•A circuit breaker with a contact opening of at least 3 mm, rated 32A and
delayed functioning type must be installed inside the supply circuit.
•During installation, please ensure that insulated cables are used. An incorrect
connection might damage your appliance and will void the manufacturer’s
guarantee.
•All repairs must be carried out by an authorised service personal or a
qualified electrician.
•Switch off/isolate your appliance before each maintenance.
•Wiring diagram is below:
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Usage
Controls
The appliance has 4 cooking zones and these are controlled by the touch controls
at the bottom of the hob. Just above each cooking zone controls there is an
illustration that shows the cooking zone that each set control:
The function of each touch control and the meaning of each icon is explained
below:
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Power on/off
Cooking zone indicator
Power level adjustment down and up
- Minimum power level: 1
- Maximum power level: 9
Timer function on
Time adjustment down and up
Child lock

Usage
Using the touch controls
The controls respond to touch, so you don’t need to apply pressure to them.
Below are tips on how to use the controls:
•Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
•You will hear a beep each time a touch is registered.
•Make sure the controls are always clean, dry, and that there is no object (e.g. a
utensil or a cloth) covering them. Even a thin film of water may make the
controls difficult to operate.
Indicators
Cooking zone indicators
Each set of cooking zone controls has its own indicator
that is located between the and controls. The
indicator will show the power level of the zone, if a zone
has any residual heat after operation and if it is being
used with the timer.
Timer indicator
The timer indicator is located between the and
controls. It will show the time that has been set for the
minute minder and if one cooking zone is to be turned off
after a period of time (maximum of 99 minutes).
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Usage
Power levels
The settings below are guidelines only, the exact setting you will require will
depend on several factors, including your cookware and the amount you are
cooking. Experiment with the hob to find the settings that best suit you.
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Heat setting Suitability
1-2
Delicate warming for small amounts of food
Melting chocolate, butter, and foods that burn quickly
Gentle simmering
Slow warming
3-4
Reheating
Rapid simmering
Cooking rice
5-6
Pancakes
7-8
Sautéing
Cooking pasta
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Stir
-frying
Searing
Bringing soup to the boil
Boiling water

Usage
To use a cooking zone
Note:
•When you touch a symbol, the respective function is activated.
•Always keep the controls dry. Moisture reduces their effectiveness.
•Do not pull pans close to the displays and sensors. The electronics could
overheat.
Warnings:
•When it is first used, it is normal for the cooking zone to give off odours; this
does not pose any risk and does not indicate a malfunction; they will
disappear in time.
•The kitchen will become hot and humid when this appliance is used. You
must therefore ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated: either keep the
natural ventilation apertures open, or install a ventilation system (extractor
hood).
•If using the appliance intensively for prolonged periods, you may require
additional ventilation (e.g. by opening a window) or more effective
ventilation (e.g. by increasing the hob's ventilation, if possible).
1. Turn on the appliance at the circuit, the appliance will beep and all indication
lights will flash and then go out.
2. Place a suitable pan on the zone you wish to use. Make sure the bottom of the
pan and the surface of the pan support are clean and dry.
3. Touch the power on/off control , all indicators will display a ‘-’symbol.
4. Set the power level of the required cooking zone by touching the or
controls of that specific cooking zone. Which ever control is touched the first
power level shown on the indicator will be 5.
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Usage
5. You can modify the power setting of a cooking zone at any time during
cooking. Please note that if a power level is not selected within 1 minute of
powering on the hob, the hob will automatically switch off. If this happens
then you will need to start again from step 3.
6. To switch the cooking zone off, you can either scroll down the power levels
until the ‘0’ symbol is shown on the display, touch the and controls at
the same time until the ‘-’symbol is shown on the indicator or touch the
power dd control and turn the hob off completely.
7. The ‘H’ symbol will be shown on the indicator of the cooking zone controls
that have just been used to show that there is residual heat on that cooking
zone. The ‘H’ symbol will flash until the cooking zone has cooled down
sufficiently. It can also be used as an energy saving function if you want to
heat an additional pan or keep the contents of a pan warm, use the zone that
is still hot.
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Usage
Locking the controls
You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use (for example children
accidentally turning the cooking zones on).
To lock the controls touch the child lock control, the timer indicator will show
‘Lo’.
Note: When the controls are locked, all the controls except the Power on/off
control are disabled. If the hob is turned off when the controls have been locked
you will have to unlock the controls when the hob is powered on.
To unlock the controls touch and hold the control for at least 3 seconds. All
controls can now be unlocked and can be used.
Using the Timer
You can use the timer in two different ways:
1. As a minute minder - in this case, the timer will not turn any cooking zone off
when the set time is up.
2. To turn one cooking zone off after the set time is up.
Note: You can set the timer for up to 99 minutes.
Using the Timer as a Minute Minder
Make sure the hob is turned on and note that you can use the minute minder even
if you’re not selecting any cooking zone.
1. Touch the or controls of the timer, the timer indicator will flash.
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Usage
2. Set the time by touching the or control of the timer. By touching
these controls the timer will increase or decrease by 1 minute but if you touch
and hold these controls the timer will increase or decrease by 10 minutes. If
the setting time exceeds 99 minutes, the timer will automatically return to 0
minute.
3. When the time is set, it will begin to count down immediately. The display will
show the remaining time and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds.
4. When the time has counted down the hob will beep for 30 seconds and the
timer indicator will show ‘- -’. Please note if you want to change the time after
the timer is set, you have to cancel the timer function and start from step 1.
5. If you want to cancel the timer at any point you can do this by touching the
fffffand controls together. The timer will be cancelled and the timer
indicator will show ‘- -’.
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Usage
Setting the timer to turn one cooking zone off
Make sure the hob is turned on and that a suitable pan has been placed on the
zone you wish to use. Make sure the bottom of the pan and the surface of the pan
support are clean and dry.
1. Touch the or controls of the required cooking zone you want to set
the timer for.
2. Set the time by touching the or control of the timer. By touching
these controls the timer will increase or decrease by 1 minute but if you touch
and hold these controls the timer will increase or decrease by 10 minutes. If
the setting time exceeds 99 minutes, the timer will automatically return to 0
minute.
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Usage
3. When the time is set, it will begin to count down immediately. The display will
show the remaining time and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds.
4. Please note that the red dot next to power level indicator will illuminate
indicating that zone is selected.
5. When cooking timer expires, the corresponding cooking zone will switch off
automatically. Please note if you want to change the time after the timer is
set, you have to cancel the timer function and start from step 1.
6. If you want to cancel the timer at any point you can do this by selecting the
cooking zone the timer is set for and then touching the fand controls
together. The timer will be cancelled and the timer indicator will show ‘- -’.
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Usage
Residual heat warning
When the hob has been operated there will be some residual heat. The display of
controls of which ever cooking zone has been used will show a ‘H’ symbol to warn
you of the residual heat and to keep away from it.
The ‘H’ symbol will stay lit until the cooking zone has cooled down sufficiently.
Over heat protection
The hob is fitted with a temperature sensor which can monitor the temperature
inside the ceramic hob. If an excessive temperature is detected then the hob will
stop operation automatically and switch itself off.
Auto shutdown
Another safety feature of the hob is an auto shutdown, this occurs if you ever
forget to switch off a cooking zone and certain time has passed. The shutdown
times are shown in the table below:
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Power level
123456789
Default working timer (hour)
888444222