Tricity Bendix HC312W User manual

Operating and Installation Instructions
HC 312 B/W

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It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference.
Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to
know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or
using the appliance.
This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with the
controls or play with the product.
Any installation and electrical work must be under-
taken by a qualified electrician. The appliance must be
installed according to the instructions.
Itisdangeroustoalterthespecificationsormodifythe
product in any way.
Do not use this appliance if it is in contact with water.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
Alwaysensure that the control knobs are in the "OFF"
position when not in use.
Hobs become very hot with use and retain their heat
foralongperiodafteruse.Youmustthereforetakegreat
carewhenusingtheappliance,supervisechildren at ALL
times and do NOT allow them to touch the surface or be
in the vicinity of the appliance, until it has cooled after
use. Children also can injure themselves by pulling pots
or pans off the hob.
The cooking zones heat up quickly when they are
turned on. Turn them on only when you have placed a
saucepan onto the cooking area.
Alwaysensure that the control knobs are in the "OFF"
position when not in use.
The residual heat indicator lights up to show if a
cooking zone is still hot.
If you use an electric socket close to the hob, take
care when using an electrical appliance that the cable
does not touch the hot surface of the hob.
Do not leave items on the hob surface. Any items you
place on the hob could be damaged if the hob is
accidentally turned on.
Unstable or misshapen pans should not be used on
the hob as unstable pans can cause an accident by
tipping or spillage.
Neverleavethehob unattended when working with oil
and fats because of the danger of fire.
Neveruse plastic or aluminium foil dishes on the hob
surface.
Always carefully lift saucepans on and off the hob to
prevent accident caused by spillage. Do not slide them
across the hob as this may scratch the surface. Ensure
saucepans and cooking utensils are large enough to
contain the food and prevent spillage.
Always remove any spillages from the surface of the
hob immediately, do not allow spills to dry and harden.
If you use a saucepan which is smaller than the
heated area of the hob, the handle may become hot.
Please ensure that you protect your hands before
touching the handle.
NEVER cook directly on the hob surface without a
saucepan/cookingutensil.
Sugar (solid or liquid) as well as plastic should never
get onto the hot surface of the hob, as this could result
in fissures and cracks appearing when the hob cools
down. Spills of sugar or melted plastic material must be
removed while the hob is still warm and before the
remains have set. Scrape off the remains of sugar or
plastic with a scraper. Protect your hands.
Useonlypanswithflatbaseswithoutroughedges,to
avoid scratching the surface of the hob.
A defective hob surface will allow liquid to penetrate
ontothe electrical connections. If any cracks appear on
the hob surface, switch OFF immediately. Isolate the
appliance from the electricity supply and inform your
local Zanussi Service Force.
Certain food, plastic items and aerosols can be
affected by heat and should NOT be stored above or
below the hob unit.
Undernocircumstances should you attempt to repair
the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Refer to your local Zanussi Service
Force Centre. Always insist in genuine Zanussi spare
parts.
WARNINGS

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CONTENT
Warnings .............................................................. 2
Specifications ....................................................... 4
Installation............................................................. 4
Electrical Connections .......................................... 6
Operation .............................................................. 7
How to use your hob ............................................. 8
Cookingequipment ............................................... 9
Maintenance and cleaning ..................................... 10
Peace of mind for 24 months ................................. 11

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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: HC 312 B/W
Length 572 mm
Width 502 mm
Height 49 mm
Cut Out dimensions
Length 560 mm
Width 490 mm
Voltage 240 V ~ 50 Hz
TotalPower 5.8 kW
1. HeatZone ∅180 mm 1700 W
(single circuit)
2. HeatZone ∅145 mm 1200 W
(single circuit)
3. HeatZone ∅180 mm 1700 W
(single circuit)
4. HeatZone ∅145 mm 1200 W
(single circuit)
5. ResidualHeatIndicator
Rating plates:
INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Pleaseexamine the applianceforanydamage sustained
duringtransportation!
Iftheapplianceisdamagedpleaseinformthe installer or
retailerimmediately,beforethe appliance is connec-ted.
The packing material should be disposed of properly.
Before using your hob
Clean your ceramic hob thoroughly before its first use.
Ceramichobs are treated and cleaned the same way as
glass. When you use the ceramic hob for the first time
itcan give offasmell for ashorttime asthemanufacturing
deposits burn off.
This Tricity Bendix hob may be installed into any kitchen
worktop with a depth of 600 mm or more. The worktop
must be constructed of material resistant to 100°C.
The cut out in the worktop should be to the dimensions
shownin fig.1. Before making the cut outensurethatthe
edges of the hob, that are to be adjacent to either a side
orrearwall, have a minimum distanceof55mm between
the edge of the hob and the wall (fig.5).
Fig.1
Typ082.0 HC 312 B Prod.No. 941689284
Instr. No. Ser.No. 5.8kW
TRICITY BENDIX 240 V ~ 50 Hz
SWISS MADE
Typ082.0 HC 312 W Prod.No. 941689285
Instr. No. Ser.No. 5.8kW
TRICITY BENDIX 240 V ~ 50 Hz
SWISS MADE
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INSTALLATION
Whenthecutouttothe worktop is complete, lower the
hob into position to ensure that it fits.
Remove the hob from the worktop and carry out the
electricalconnection as described undertheElectrical
Connectionsection.
Check that the foam seal along the underside of the
hob is fitted correctly.
Fix the spring clips with the enclosed screws on the
sidesoftheworktop inside the cut-out. The upper fold
on the clip-spring is there to fix the hob.
Position the springs in accordance to the enclosed
template.
Lower the hob into the opening and carefully press
first the rear, then the front side of the hob down until
it "snaps" into the springs.
The seal on the underside of the hob will ensure that it is
airtight between the hob and the work surface, this will
prevent any spillages from seeping into the cabinet
below. Place the hob carefully into the recess, with the
cable outlet of the hob at the back. Press firmly around
the edge of the hob, to compress the foam strip and
ensure an airtight seal.
Then, proceed to fix the hob firmly into the working
surface, with the 6 fixing clamps as shown in Fig.2,
making sure that the seal between the hob and the work
surface is secure by tightening the fixing clamps.
The distance between the underside of the hob and the
furniture beneath must be at least 20 mm (Fig.3).
Aminimum clearanceheightof 650mmis requiredabove
a hob surface. Measure the lowest horizontal surface of
the hob to overhead cupboards ensuring there is a
minimum of 420 mm between the hob surface and
underside of overhead cupboards is (fig.4).
Ifthe heightbetweenthe worktop andtheunderside ofthe
overheadcupboardsis less than 420mmagap pf 50 mm
must be maintained either side of the hob up to a height
of 650 mm (fig.4).
Theremustbeaclearanceof55mmfreeofcombustible
material to the side & back of the hob(fig.5).
Important for the removal of the hob
1. Disconnect the appliance from the mains.
2. In order to take out the whole glassceramic hob, use
amediumflatscrewdriveror spatula. Put it in between
the frame and worktop on the area where the snap-in
ressorts are located.
3. Thenslightly lift the unit out. Take care not to damage
the worktop.
In terms of fire protection, the appliance conforms
to type Y (IEC 335-2-6). Only appliances of this type
may be installed on one side of adjacent upright
furniture housings or walls.
Fig.2
Fig. 5
Fig. 4
Fig. 3

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WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any liability should
this safety measure not be observed.
Ensurethattheelectriccircuitiscapableofcarryingthe
load of the appliance.
Switch OFF the electricity supplies at the mains.
A double pole cooker control switch with a suitable
electricalratingshouldbeusedtocontroltheelectrical
supply to the hob.
The control switch should be easily accessible to the
useroncompletionoftheinstallation.
The control switch must not break the yellow/green
earth wire at any point.
Towirethehob,carefullyplacetheunit,facedownward
on a flat surface with the control area overhanging, to
avoid damage to the controls. Remove the screws
securingthecovertotheterminalbox,removethecover
and connect the supply cable via the cable clamp
(Fig.1), to the terminals provided. The supply cable
should be 6mm2or its equivalent.
Connecttheearthwiretotheterminalmarkedwiththe
letter "E" or with the earth symbol or coloured green.
Connectthelivewiretotheterminalmarkedwiththe
letter "L" and coloured brown or red.
Connecttheneutralwiretotheterminalmarkedwith
the letter "N" and coloured blue or black.
Tighten the terminal screws and the cable clamp,
thenrefittheterminalplatecover.Youmustensurethat
the cabinet is stable and level.
ThisappliancecomplieswithEECDirectivenumber76/
889andamendment82/499relatingtothesuppression
ofradioandTVinterference.
Rating plate
Theratingplateissituated on the undersideoftheunit
and gives the type and serial number as well as the
model description of the appliance (which should be
quotedinanycommunication).
Important:
The appliance must be connected to a cooker point,
having a double pole isolating switch with a contact
separation of at least 3mm in all poles.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Fig.1
Electrical connection Supply system
123 45
Single Phase
LN
Note: This appliance must be connected to a separate 30 AMP switch outlet.

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OPERATION
Cooking Zones
The hob has 4 ceramic cooking zones. All 4 cooking
zonesfeaturevariable settings which are representedby
numbered graduations on each control knob.
Heat Control Knobs
The control knobs enable the regulation from 1-5 of the
heating capacity. The control knobs can be turned both
to the left and to the right. Setting it back to "0" turns off
the cooking zone.
Cooking Guide
1Gentle To melt butter and chocolate, to prepare
cream sauces, stews and milk pudding
or to fry eggs.
2Slow Driedvegetables,frozenfood,fruit, boiling
water or milk.
3Medium Boiled potatoes,freshvegetables, pates,
soups, broths, pancakes or fish.
4High Larger stews, meat roll, fish omelettes.
5Fast Steaks, escalopes and frying.
For successful cooking it is advisable to turn on to the
fast setting for a short while to boost the cooking zone
selected, and then turn down to the correct setting.
Residual Heat Indicator
All cooking zones are related to one indicator. The war-
ning light illuminates when the surface of any cooking
zone reaches a temperature which could cause a burn.
The light will remains illuminated, after the heated-up
area has been switched off, as long as the residual heat
of the cooking surface can cause burns. The light will go
out when the temperature is below 50°C.

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HOW TO USE YOUR HOB
1. Before using your hob, always ensure that the sur-
face of the cooking areas and the saucepans are
clean and dry. Never cook directly on the cooking
zones without using a cooking vessel.
2. Placethesaucepanswithcontentsontothecooking
area and turn the control knob to an appropriate
setting. The highest setting will allow the maximum
amount of heat to be transferred to the pan for initial
fastboilingorheating,butit is important to be guided
by recommendations given in the saucepan
manufacturer'sinstructions regarding theuseof heat
settings to suit the type of pan. Close fitting lids on
the saucepans will ensure faster results.
3. To select a setting for simmering after initial fast
boiling or heating, or for slower cooking, turn to a
lower number. The numbers do not denote any set
temperature, but after using the hob a few times, no
difficulty will be experienced in selecting an appro-
priatesetting,althoughthis will vary with the type and
quantity of food, the size and type of saucepan and
whether or not the lid is used.
4. Remove any food spills on the hob as soon as
possible to prevent them from being burned on.
Please see notes on care and cleaning of your hob.
On ceramic hobs, sugar solutions e.g. jam and
syrupsmust be wiped off the surface immediately to
avoidthe surface being damaged.
5. Do not leave an empty pan on a heated area.
6. Saucepansmay be rested on unheated areas when
cooking is complete, prior to serving the food.
7. Donot slide pans across the ceramic surface as this
can cause scratches.
Deep Fat Frying
Forsafetypurposeswhendeepfat frying, fill the pan only
one-third full of fat or oil.
Do not cover the pan with a lid and do not leave the pan
unattended. In the unfortunate event of a fire, switch off
at the mains supply and cover the pan with a lid or damp
cloth to assist in smothering the flames. Do not throw
water on the fat.
Do not store fat or oil on the hob in case the hob is
inadvertantly switched on.

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COOKING EQUIPMENT
Saucepans
The heating zones are fitted with thermal limiters, which
are a safety device to prevent the ceramic glass over-
heating,larger pans canbeused- upto230mm (9") base
diameter on a nominal 180 mm (7") heated area -
providing they do not overlap the hob trims.
Only use cookware manufactured for use on ceramic
hobs. Look for the relevant symbol (Fig.1).
Cooking pans with aluminium or copper bottoms
are unsuitable for use. These materials can cause
stains that can not be removed.
The following advice should be followed to achieve
an optimum energy consumption as well as
avoiding overboiling, which can be burned onto
the cooking zones.
Pan Bases
Cooking and frying pans should have a flat, solid and
smooth base. A base with rough edges can scratch and
leave abrasion marks on the ceramic surface.
Pan Sizes
Pans should have flat bases and be approximately the
same size as the cooking area.
Pan Lids
Alidpreventsheatfromescapingandthereforereduces
the cooking time.
Specialist Pans
Pressure cookers, preserving pans, etc. should comply
with the recommendations for normal saucepans given
above.Traditionalroundbottomed woks are not suitable
for use even with a stand, woks with flat bases are
available and do comply with the recommendations.
General Notes
Verythin, badly dented anddistortedpans, particularly
with uneven bases should NOT be used.
Neverplacea utensil with a skirt (e.g. a bucket) on the
heatedarea.
Pansshould not haveroughbases and shouldbelifted
on and off the cooking zone. Do not slid them, as this
may scratch the surface of the hob.
Do not use large preserving pans or fish kettle across
two cooking zones as damage may occur to the hob.
Pans must NOT overlap the hob trims.
Fig.1
RadiantRing Gas Solid Plate
Ceramic Halogen Dishwasher
Fig.2

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before carrying out any maintenance and cleaning
operations, make sure that the appliance is ISOLA-
TED from the electricity supply.
Helpful Tips
Make sure the bottom of utensils and cooking areas
are clean and dry.
Select the correct heat settings and use saucepans
large enough to accommodate the food to eliminate
boiloversandsplattering.
If possible, wipe up food spills from adjacent heating
areas before using the areas for cooking.
Note
Use recommended ceramic hob cleaners only.
Cleaning
To keep exterior trims and control panel in a spotless
condition, wipe after each use with a warm soapy
cloth.
Wipe the control knobs with a damp cloth, which has
been wrung out in hot, soapy water, then dry tho-
roughly.
Removeany food spills onthehob as soon aspossible
with a damp cloth.
Make sure that the hob is cool before applying any
cleaningmaterials.
Ceramic Hobs
Use Cleaner Conditioner daily. As it cleans, it leaves a
protective coating of silicone on the smooth surface,
whichhelpstopreventscratchesandabrasionsinwhich
foodparticlescancollect.It also helps to prevent build up
ofmineraldeposits and will makefutureclean-ingeasier.
Apply a dab of cleaner in the centre of each cooking
zone to be cleaned (for normal cleaning, start with
about5mlspoonfulofcleaner,applymoreifneeded).
Dampenaclothand then proceed to clean thehob.To
remove more stubborn marks use a slightly dam-
pened non-stick pan cleaner (e.g. Scotchbrite or
Vileda).
Wipe off this application with another clean damp
cloth and dry thoroughly.
Anysmearing orhazing onthesurface canbe removed
with a lightly dampened cloth and then be polished
with a soft dry cloth.
Note
If a wet paper towel is used to remove spills from a
warm cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burns.
Donotuse a sponge or dishcloth. They willleaveafilm
of water and possible detergent on heating areas,
which will turn brown and resemble discoloura-tion,
next time the area is heated. If this happens, apply
CleanerConditioner to remove it.
How To Deal With Metal Marks
Metaldepositscan be identified asgrey/brownmarks
on the ceramic surface and are usually caused by
dragging saucepans with aluminium bases, parti-
cularly when new, across the ceramic surface.
To avoid these marks, protect the surface of the hob
with Cleaner Conditioner and lift the saucepans
acrosstheheatedareas.Ensure that new aluminium
based saucepans are well scrubbed on the base to
removeany rough edgesandtake offanydeposits left
frommanufacture.
The marks are easily removable, providing they are
cleaned off straight away using the recommended
cleaners, and are not allowed to burn onto the
ceramic surface for long periods.
About Discolouration
Discolouration occurs on the surface not IN it.
Byfollowingpropercareandcleaningrecommen-dations
the surface will remain clean and bright.
Thecooking surface should becleanedthoroughly each
dayto remove all visible spills. Cleaner Conditioner has
been specially formulated, use only as much as
necessary. If the Ceaner Conditioner is used too gene-
rously, a heavy film may be left that will burn on and
discolourwhentheareas are heated. When this occurs,
lightlyscrubthesurfacewithadampenednon-stickpan
cleaner, this will help to loosen the excess Cleaner
Conditioner. Then wipe the surface with a dampenend
cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth.
Important notes
In the event of the hob being scratched, spills will
collect and appear as fine lines. These are not fully
removable but can be minimised by the daily use of
Cleaner Conditioner. These scratches do not affect
thecookingpeformance.
Spills from sugar solutions MUST be removed from
the hob before the syrup has set, otherwise damage
to the glass ceramic surface will occur.
Donotplace aluminium foil dishes on the hot surface
as these will cause damage to the hob.
Hobrite and Corning Cleaner Conditioners are the
currentrecommended cleaner for useonthe ceramic
hob.
Cleaner Conditioner is for the ceramic hob only and
must NOT be used as general all purpose cleaner.

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PEACE OF MIND FOR 24 MONTHS
Tricity Bendix Standard Guarantee Conditions
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other
legal rights which will not be excluded or in any way
diminished by the return of this guarantee card.
We, Tricity Bendix, undertake, that if, within the 24
monthsof thedate ofthepurchase,thisTRICITY BENDIX
appliance or any part thereof is proved to be of faulty
workmanship or materials, we will, at our option, repair
thesameFREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials
or carriage on condition that:
The appliance has been correctly installed and used
only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
The appliance has been used for normal domestic
purposes only, and in accordance with the manufac-
turer's operating and maintenance instructions.
The appliance has not been serviced, maintained,
repaired,takenapartortampered with by any person not
authorised by us.
All service work under this guarantee must be under-
taken by a Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre.
Home visits are made between 8.30 a.m. and 5.30 p.m.
Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these
hours in which case a premium will be charged.
Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become
ourproperty.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
Damageorcallsresultingfrom transportation, impro-
per use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or
removable parts of glass or plastic.
Costs incurred for calls to put up right machines
improperly istalled or calls to machines outside the
UnitedKingdom.
Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are subject of rental
agreements.
ProductsofTRICITY BENDIX manufacture whichare
NOT marketed by Tricity Bendix.
 EEC Countries - the standard guarantee is appli-
cablebutissubjecttotheowner'sresponsibilityandcost
to ensure the appliance meets the standards set by the
country to which the product is taken. The Electrolux
Company in the country concerned will be pleased to
advise further. Sight of your purchase receipt will be
required by them.

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specifications or appearance are changed in the interests of continued improvement.
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