SERVIS THG 46 VSS User manual

OPERATING AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS OF 60cm FRONT
CONTROL BUILT-IN GAS HOB
THG 46 VSS

CONTENTS
1. DESCRIPTION OF THE HOB
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3. INSTALLATION
4. USAGE
5. MAINTENANCE & CARE

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Cooking Hob. The safety precautions and
recommendations in these instructions are for your own safety and that of others.
They will also provide a means by which to make full use of the features offered by
your appliance.
Please keep this booklet in a safe place. It may be useful in future, either to yourself or
to others in the event that doubts should arise relating to its operation.
This appliance must be used only for its intended purpose, that is for the domestic
cooking of foodstuffs. Any other form of usage is to be considered as inappropriate
and therefore dangerous.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of, damage caused by
improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
CE Declaration of conformity
• This cooking hob has been designed to be used only for cooking. Any other use
(such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous.
• This cooking hob has been designed, constructed, and marketed incompliance
With:
- Safety requirements of the "Gas" Directive 90/396/EC;
- Safety requirements of the "Low voltage" Directive 2006/95/EC;
- Safety requirements of the “EMC” Directive 89/336/EC;
- Requirements of the Directive 93/68/EC.
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1DESCRIPTION OF THE HOB
Control Knobs
Wok Burner
Auxillary Burner Medium Burner
Pan Support
Cooktop
Medium Burner
Ignition Button
Rapid Burner

RAPID
BURNER
Injector
diam.(%mm)
Nominal
Rating (kw)
Min. Rating
(kw)
Consumption
in 1h
Consumption
in 1h
(at 150C
and 1013mbar press)
AUXILLARY BURNER
Injector diam.(%mm)
Nominal Rating (kw)
Min. Rating (kw)
Consumption in 1h
Consumption in 1h
(at 150C and 1013mbar press)
MEDIUM BURNER
Injector diam.(%mm)
Nominal Rating (kw)
Min. Rating (kw)
Consumption in 1h
Consumption in 1h
(at 150C and 1013mbar press)
LPG
G25G30
28-30
mbar
85
3
0.85
218.13
gr/h
50
1
0.4
72.71 gr/h
65
1.75
0.65
127.25 gr/h
G31
28-30/37
mbar
85
3
0.85
214.28
gr/h
50
1
0.4
71.42 gr/h
65
1.75
0.65
125 gr/h
58
1.75
0.65
127.25gr/h
43
1
0.5
72.71 gr/h
75
3
1.23
218.13
gr/h
G30
50
mbar
NG
G20
20
mbar
115
3
0.7
285.7
lt/h
72
1
0.3
95.24 lt/h
97
1.75
0.495
166.66 lt/h
25
mbar
125
3
0.82
332.2
lt/h
72
1
0.3
110.74 lt/h
94
1.75
0.495
193.79 lt/h
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WOK BURNER
Injector diam.(%mm)
Nominal Rating (kw)
Min. Rating (kw)
Consumption in 1h
Consumption in 1h
(at 150C and 1013mbar press)
96
3.6
1.6
271.7
gr/h
96
3.6
1.6
257.2 gr/h
76
3.6
2
261.7 gr/h
130
3.6
1.75
342.8 lt/h
1.40
3.6
1.6
398.7 lt/h
GAS CONSUMPTION TABLE

READ ALL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
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2SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the rating label. This
appliance shall be installed in accordance with the regulations in force and only
used in a well ventilated space. Read the instructions before using or installing
this appliance. Problems due to improper connection are not covered by the
warranty.
• This appliance is not connected to a fume extractor device. Particular attention
shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
• The use of a gas cooking appliance results in heat and moisture in the room in
which it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated. Keep natural
ventilation holes open or install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical
cooker hood). Prolonged intensive use of the the appliance may call for additional
ventilation, for example increasing the level of mechanical ventilation, where
present.
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• While operating this appliance needs 2m /hr air per kW heat input.
• In the event of the burner flames being accidentally extinguished, turn off the
burner control and do not attempt to re-ignite the burner for at least one minute.
• Remove all the packaging before using the appliance. Do not store any pressured
containers, such as aeresol cans, flammable materials, including paper, plastic
and cloth items, in the drawer, near the hob.
• Do not check gas leakage with a flame.
• All the operations including installation, modifying and the servicing operations
must be carried out exclusively by qualified personnel.

ADVICE FOR THE INSTALLER
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IMPORTANT
• The appliance should be installed, regulated and adapted to function with other
types of gas by a QUALIFIED INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN. Failure to comply
with this condition will render the guarantee invalid.
• The appliance must be installed in compliance with regulations in force.
• Installation technicians must comply to current laws in force concerning
ventilation and the evacuation of exhaust gases.
• Always disconnect the gas supply from the appliance before carrying out any
maintenance operations or repairs.
• The appliance must be housed in heat-resistant units.
• These tops are designed to be embedded into kitchen fixtures measuring
600 mm in depth.
• The walls of the units must not be higher than work top and must be
capable of resisting temperatures of 60 °C above room temperature.
• Do not install the appliance near inflammable materials (eg. curtains).ı

LOCATION
The appliance may be installed in a kitchen, kitchen/diner or a bed sitting room,
but not in a room or space containing a bath or a shower.
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The appliance must not be installed in a bed-sitting room of less than 20 m .
The appliance is designed and approved for domestic use only and should not be
installed in a commercial, semi commercial or communal environment. Your
product will not be guaranteed if installed in any of the above environments and
could affect any third party or public liability insurances you may have.
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS
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For rooms with a volume of less than 5 m - permanent ventilation of 100 mm free
area will be required.
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For rooms with a volume of between 5 m and 10 m a permanent ventilation of 50
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cm free area will be required unless the room has a door which opens directly
the outside air in which case no permanent ventilation is required.
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For rooms with a volume greater than 10 m - no permanent ventilation is required.
NB. Regardless of room size, all rooms containing the appliance must have
direct access to the outside air via an openable window or equivalent.
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INSTALLATION
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION FOR
THE INSTALLER
In order to install the cooker top into
the kitchen fixture, a hole with the
dimensions shown in Fig. 3.2 has to
be made, bearing in mind the follow-
ing:
• within the fixture, between the bot-
tom side of the cooker top and the
upper surface of any other appli-
ance or internal shelf there must be
a clearance of at least 30 mm;
• the cooker top must be kept no
less than 100 mm away from any
side wall Fig. 3.2);
•Tthe cutout for the hob must be
35 mm from the rear wall;
• there must be a distance of at least
750 mm between the hob and any
wall cupboard or extractor hood
positioned immediately above (see
Fig. 3.1);
• it is absolutely essential that you
place a separator between the
base of the hob and the drawer
unit.
Fig. 3.2
Fig. 3.1
Do not install the appliance near
inflammable materials (eg. curtains).
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FASTENING THE INSTALLATION
BRACKETS
• Each cooker top is provided with an
installation kit including brackets and
screws for fastening the top to fixture
panels.
• Turn the cooker top upside down and
fasten the brackets “A” which can be
connected to cooker in two different
position depending on fixture panel
thickness as shown in figure 3.5 or
3.6 to the app rop riat e
holes, without tightening the screws
“B” for the moment.
scre w
F ASTENING THE COOKER TOP
•
• Insert the cooker top into the hole and
position it correctly. (Fig 3.2)
• Adjust the position of the brackets “A”
and tighten screws “B” to thefix
cooker top firmly in position (Fig 3.5,3.6)
INSTALLATION IN KITCHEN
CABINET WITH DOOR (Fig.3.7)
The distance between the bottom of the
hob and the fixture surface should be at
least 60mm.
Fig.3 .6
Fig.3 .4
B
A
Tt 25 mm<
Tt
B
A
Fig.3. 5
Tt
Tt>25 mm
Fig.3 .7
60 mm
C
Apply the one_sided self_adhesive sealing
tape ‘C’all the way round the lower edge of
the cooktop. Do not stretch it. ( Fig 3.4)

GAS SECTION
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GAS INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT NOTE
The factory default gas adjustment of this appliance is written in the rating label,
lacated below the appliance. For the gas type that is used in your home, contact
the nearest authorised gas dealer.
INSTALLATION & SERVICE REGULA TIONS
It is a legal requirement that all gas appliances are Installed & Serviced by a
competent person in accordance with the current editions of the following
Standards & Regulations or those regulations appropriate to the geographical
region in which they are to be installed:
• Gas Safety (Installation & Use)Regulations
• Building Regulations
• National Standards
• Regulations for Electrical Installation
Installation and service of any gas product must be made by a suitably qualified
person competent on the type of product being installed or serviced and holding
a valid certificate of competence for the work being carried out.
GAS CONNECTION
The installation of the gas hob to Natural Gas or LP Gas must be carried out by
a qualified installer. Installers shall take due account of the provisions of the
relevant National Standards Code of Practice, the Gas Safety Regulations and
the Building Standards.
For connect operation of the appliance, refer to the rating label to see which
kind of gas this appliance operates with.
Gas Connection to Non-flexible Pipe (copper or steel)
Connection to the gas source must be done in such a way as to not create any
stress points at any part of the appliance. The appliance is fitted with an adjustable,
"L" shaped connector and a gasket for the attachment to the gas supply. Should
this connector have to be turned, the gasket must be replaced (supplied with the
appliance). The gas feed connector to the appliance is a threaded, male 1/2"
connector for round gas pipe.
Notes:

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Gas Connection to Flexible Steel Pipe
The gas feed connector to the appliance is a threaded, male 1/2" connector for
round gas pipe. Only use pipes, tubes and gaskets that comply with current safety
codes. The maximum length of the flexible pipes must not exceed 2000 mm. Once
the connection has been made, ensure that the flexible metal tube does not touch
any moving parts and is not crushed.
Flexible hoses can be used where the sited ambient temperature of the hose does
not exceed 70°C. These hoses must be manufactured in accordance with local
standards.
Gas hoses designed for natural gas MUST NOT be used for supplying LPG gas.
The hose should not be crushed or trapped or be in contact with sharp or abrasive
edges.
Using a suitable leak detection fluid solution check each gas connection one at a
time by brushing the solution over the connection.
The presence of bubbles will indicate a leak. If there is a leak, tighten the fitting and
then recheck for leaks.
IMPORTANT! Do not use a naked flame to test for leaks.

, with
1/2” male thread (on the appliance end) .
with
1/2”female thread (on the appliance end).
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Use C type connection in Letonia and Luxemburg for mechanical connection
This connection may also be optionally used in some areas in France, Algeria,
Spain, Portugal and Italy.
Use C type connection in Germany and Belgium with an additional ISO7/ISO228
adapter and Netherlands with an additional Besca adapter, supplied in the spare
set. An example of usage is shown in E.
• For all types of gas use D type connection in United Kingdom and Ireland
CAUTION:The flexible gas hose should neither pass behind nor be in
contact with objects that may cause combustion.
IMPORTANT
• The appliance should be installed, regulated and adapted to function with other
types of gas by a QUALIFIED INSTALLATION ENGINEER.
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CHANGING THE GAS INLET
During connection process the gas feeding manifold protruding from the back of the
hob must be visible completely, Any means connection (nut,hose etc.)must be
placed with attention to avoid any contact with parts that will heat up. It is highly
recommended to block the access to pipe connection, while the hob is in use or
when the gas supply is open.
During the gas connection process, the pipe of the appliance should be kept
stationary, while the connected part (mechanical, LPG or NG nut) is fixed. Always
use the seals supplied in the spare set between the connection.
‘A’ for flexible hose connection of propane-buthane (LPG) type gases.
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Use B type connection in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece, France and Algeria for
use with flexible hose con ection
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• Use
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n .

Fig. 3.10
J
GAS CONVERSION
INJECTORS REPLACEMENT OF HOB BURNERS
The diameter is marked on the injector in cents of milimetre. Select the injectors to be
replaced according to the “Info chart supplied with the injector set”. To replace the
injectors:
• Remove pan-supports and burners from the cooktop.
•Using a spanner, remove the injector “J” (fig.3.10-3.11) from its housing and replace
it by the proper one according to the kind of gas (For correct injector sizes, refer to
the table on page 3).
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• Failure to comply with this condition will render the guarantee invalid.
• The appliance must be installed in compliance with regulations in force.
• Installation engineers must comply to current laws in force concerning ventilation
and evacuation of exhaust gases.
• Always unplug the appliance before carrying out any maintenance or repairs.
• Minimum distance between the appliance and combustible premises must be 20
mm.
• After the connection had been it has to be tested.
• This test can be done by applying a soapy liquid to the connection. No bubble should
appear. If there are bubbles, check the connection joint and recheck it if necassary.
• For all gas connections, make sure that the connection parts and gas delivery
components are in accordance with local and international requirements.
DO NOT USE NAKED FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS

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The adjusting screw is inside the control shaft or on the top surface of the valve,
close to the control shaft (Fig. 3.11):
• Using a screwdriver max. Diameter 3 mm. turn the screw of the tap until the
flame setting is correct.
For LPG setting, fully tighten the adjustment screw. For NG, loosen the adjustment
screw so that the flame length is 4-5 mm. in the min. Position.
Fig. 3.11
MINIMUM BURNER SETTING ADJUSTMENT
Check whether the flame spreads to all burner ports when the burner is lit with the
gas tap set to the minimum position. If some ports do not light, increase the
minimum gas rate setting.
Check whether the burner remains lit even when the gas tap is turned quickly
from the maximum to the minimum position. If the burner does not remain lit,
increase the minimum gas rate setting.
The procedure for adjusting the minimum gas rate setting is described below.

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After positioning the cooker , ensure that the knob is in the off position “0” and plug
in.
Please ensure that the voltage on the rating label is the same as the supply voltage
before connection is made.
The appliance is provided with supply cord and a plug. Replacement of the mains
cable must be made by authorized tecnician.
Unplug your appliance before each maintenance. Follow reconnection diagrams
strictly.The protective earth connection (PE) must be connected to the terminal
marked.
During installation, please ensure that isolated cables are used.
Electrical Connection
Before proceeding with the electrical connection verify that :
• The current carrying capacity of the system and the socket is adequate for the
maximum power rating of the hob.
• The voltage indicated on the rating label is the same as the supply voltage.
• Do not use for connection any reductions, adapters or shunts because they may
cause overheating.
• The socket has an earth terminal.
BROWN
BLUE
YELLOW GREEN

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4USAGE
Usage of Your Gas Burners
Manual Ignition and Controlling the Gas Burners;
To ignite one of the burner , approach a match, taper or another manual aid to its
upper circumference and push the corresponding conrol knob and turn it counter
clock-wise. Medium regulation of the flame will be obtained by turning the control
knob between maximum position (big flame) and the minimum position (small
flame).
The small diagrams situated on the control panel indicate which of the gas burners
is in use.
Electrical Ignition:
Electrical ignition of gas burners can be done in two ways; depending on the
configuration of your hob.
Ignition by Spark Button:
Press the hob valve you want to operate and turn the valve in the counter-
clockwise direction with your other hand, press the ignition button at the sometime.
Continue pressing the ignition button until you see a stable flame on the burner.
Ignition Through Hob Valve (microswitch):
Press the hob valve you want to operate and turn the valve in the counter-
clockwise direction. The microswitch placed under the knob will automatically
create sparks through the spark plug of the burner. Continue pressing the knob
until you see a stable flame on the burner.
If your hob is equipped with gas safety device;
Hobs equipped with flame failure device provide security in case of accidentally
extingnished flame. If such a case occurs, the device will block the burners gas
channels and will avoid any accumulation of unburned gas. Wait 90 seconds
before re-igniting an extinguished gas burner.
Necessary time period to arm the gas safety during ignition: max. 3 seconds.
Necessary time period to disarm the gas safety after the flame
extinguishes: Not more than 90 seconds.
•Push the control knob and turn it counter clockwise until it reaches maximum
flame position.
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Recommandations:
Your hob has burners of different diameters. The most economic way of using gas is
too choose the correct size gas burners for your cooking pan size and to bring the
flame to minimum position once the boiling point is reached. It is recomended to
always cover your cooking pan.
In order to obtain maximum performance from the main burners, use pots with the
following flat bottom diameters.
Rapid Burner : 22-26 cm
Medium Burner : 14-22 cm
Auxillary Burner : 10-18 cm
When the burners are not in use for prolonged periods, always turn the main gas
WARNING:
Use only flat pans and with a sufficiently thick base.
• Ensure that the base of the pan is dry before placing it on the burners.
• The temperature of accesible parts may be high when the appliance is operating.
So it is imperative to keep children and animals out of the reach of the burners
during and after cooking.
• After use, the hob remains very hot for a prolonged period of time, do not touch it
and do not place any object on top of the hob.
• Never place knives, forks, spoons and lids on the hob as they will get hot and could
cause serious burns.
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•Approach a match or use electric ignition button if it is available to gas burner cap
and maintain the control knob pressed down for max. 10 seconds.
•Let the control knob go and make sure that the gas burner stays ignited. On the
contrary , repeat the procedure.

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Cleaning:
Before cleaning disconnect the hob from the main gas supply.
Burner Caps:
Periodically, enamelled pan supports, enamelled covers, burner heads must be washed
with soapy warm water and well rinsed and dried. After drying them thoroughly, replace
them correctly in their placement.
Enamelled parts:
In order to keep the hob looking new, it is necessary to clean it frequently with mildly warm
soapy water and then dry with a soft tissue. Do not wash them while hot and never use
abrasive powders or abrasive cleaning materials. Do not leave vinegar, coffee, milk, salt,
water, lemon, or tomato juice to remain in contact with enamelled parts for long periods of
time.
Stainless steel:
Stainless steel parts must be cleaned frequently with mildly warm soapy water and a soft
sponge and then dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or abrasive cleaning
materials. Do not leave vinegar, coffee, milk, salt, water, lemon, or tomato juice to remain
in contact with stainless steel parts for long periods of time.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the hob.
MAINTENANCE & CARE
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Thank you for buying a Servis product. We
hope you have pleasure using it and that it
gives years and years trouble-free service.
This booklet has been prepared to help you get
the most from your new product.
ven if you are familiar with domestic
appliances, please take a little time to read this
booklet and familiarise yoruself with your new
appliance.
Your safety is paramount; installation,
maintenance and service must be carried-out by
qualified, competent people.
If you have any questions, please call the
Service helpline on: 08444 15 55 24 or email us
at: [email protected]