Whirlpool AKC7250 C/BLM User manual

Instruction for use
AKC7250 C/BLM AKC7250 C/IXM
AKC9350 C/BLM AKC9350 C/IXM

These instructions have been drawn up for your safety and that of others. You
are therefore requested to read them carefully before installing and using the
appliance. Keep this instruction manual for future reference as necessary. If the
appliance is sold or moved, make sure that the manual is handed over to the new
user.
Installation
·Installation of the appliance and its connection to the electrical mains must only be
carried out by QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Before any procedure, it is important to
check that the appliance is DISCONNECTED from the electrical mains.
·It is risky to modify or attempt to modify the characteristics of this product.
·After removing the appliance from the packaging, make sure that it is undamaged
and that the electrical lead is in perfect condition. Otherwise, contact your dealer
before putting the appliance into operation.
·The manufacturer declines all responsibility in case of failure to comply with the
accident prevention regulations.
·Make sure that air is able to circulate freely around the appliance. Poor ventilation
produced a shortage of oxygen.
·Make sure that the appliance is supplied with the type of gas indicated on the
relative sticker next to the mains gas connection pipe.
·Use of a gas cooking appliance produces heat and moisture in the room which it is
installed. Ensure that the room is well ventilated by keeping the air intakes open
and in good working order or by installing an extractor hood with discharge pipe.
·If the appliance is used intensively for a long time, the effectiveness of the
ventilation will have to be increased, for example by opening a window or
increasing the power of electric extractor fan.
These instructions are only valid if the country symbol appears on the appliance. If
the symbol does not appear on the appliance, it is necessary to refer to the technical
instructions which will provide the necessary instructions concerning modification of
the appliance to the conditions of use of the country
As a preamble, they shall include the following warnings:
“Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas
and gas pressure) and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible.”
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“The adjustment conditions fir this appliance are stated on the label ( or data plate)”,
“This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation device. It shall
be installed and connected in accordance with current installation regulations.
Particular attention shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation”.
If, in order to comply with this requirement, a new plate or label is required. This
shall be supplied with the conversion parts and it shall comply with the requirements
of legibility and durability in 8.1.1.
Where appropriate, instructions written in the official language or languages of the
appliance shall be supplied.
The instructions for use and maintenance shall contain the following warnings:
CAUTION: The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production ofA1 heat,
moisture and products of combustion A1 in the room in which it is installed. Ensure
that the kitchen A1 is well ventilated especially when the appliance is in use A1: keep
natural ventilated holes open or install a mechanical ventilation device(mechanical
extractor hood.)
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, for
example opening of a window, or more effective ventilation, for example increasing
the level of mechanical ventilation where present.”
If the manufacturer instructs the user to use the grill with the door open, the
instructions for use and maintenance shall state in emphasis (e.g. by colour or
underlined) the following warning:
“CAUTION: Accessible parts may be hot when the grill is in use. Young children
should be kept away.”
A1”CAUTION”This appliance is for cooking purposes only. IT must not be used for
other purposes, for example room heating.”A1
When the appliance does not comply with 6.1.5.1.1.2 as delivered, the instructions
shall contain the substance of the following:
“An additional protective means to avoid contact with the oven door is available. This
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part should be fitted when young children are likely to be present.”
The reference number of the part and information on how to obtain it shall be given
in the instructions.
If a glass shut-down lid, according to the requirements in 5.2.8.1, carries the symbol
described in Annex F, this is symbol shall be reproduced in the instructions for use
and maintenance together with an explanation of its meaning.
If a glass shut-down lid , according to the requirements in 5.2.8.1, carries a warning ,
this warning shall be reproduced in the instructions for use and maintenance.
A3 When an appliance is provided with a cooking hotplate made of glass or glass
ceramic, user instructions shall bear the following:
CAUTION: “In case of hotplate glass breakage:
—shut immediately off all burners and any electrical heating element and isolate the
appliance from the power supply
—do not touch the appliance surface,
—do not use the appliance.”A3
8.3.4 Instructions for conversion to other gases
On delivery of parts intended for conversion to another type of gas or to another
pressure, the manufacturer shall supply adequate and clear instructions for changing
the parts and also for cleaning, adjustment and control of the appliance an renewal of
seals following intervention.
After conversion of the appliance to another type of gas or to another pressure than
that for which it was previously adjusted, information on the new adjustment shall be
given in place of the previous information, so as to permit unambiguous identification
of the state if the appliance after modification.
During use
·This product is designed to cook food inside ordinary homes and for
non-professional purposes. It should not be used for any other purpose.
·After using the appliance, make sure that all controls are in “CLOSED”or “OFF”
position.
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·If you use an electrical socket close to this appliance, take care that the cables of the
appliances you are using are far away from the hot parts of this appliance.
Children’s safety
·This appliance must only be used by adults. Make sure that children do not touch
the controls or play with the appliance.
·The exposed parts of this appliance heat up during cooking and remain hot for some
time even after it is switched off. Keep children well away until the appliance has
cooled down.
Cleaning and maintenance
·Keep the appliance thoroughly cleaned. Food residues may cause fire risks.
Service and parts
·In the instance of malfunctions, never attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.
Repairs by unskilled persons may cause damage and accidents. First refer to the
contents of this manual. If you do not find the necessary information, contact your
nearest Service Centre. Servicing work on this appliance must be carried out by an
authorized Technical Service Centre. Always request the use of original spare
parts.
Environmental protection advice
·All the materials used are environmentally compatible and recyclable. Please make
your contribution to conserving the environment by using the separate waste
collection channels available.
Decommissioned appliances
·Appliances which are no longer used or usable are not worthless waste. Through
environment-friendly disposal, a number of materials used in the production of
your appliance can be recovered.
·Find out about the current disposal options from your specialist dealer, or your
local authority.
·Before scrapping the appliances, cut the power supply lead and make it unusable.
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Contents
For the User
For your safety………………………………………………………………… 2
Description of the hob………………………………………………………… 7
Instructions for use …………………………………………………………… 7
Cleaning and maintenance……………………………………………………… 9
For the Installation Technician
Technical data………………………………………………………………… 11
Instructions for the installation technician…………………………………… 11
Adapting to the different types of gas………………………………………… 14
Building into fitted kitchen units……………………………………………… 15
Guide to reading the instructions
The following symbols will help you when reading the instructions:
Safety information
“Step by step”instructions
Suggestions and advice
Information concerning environmental protection
This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives:
-73/23 and 90/683 (relating to Low Voltage);
-89/336 (relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility);
-90/396 (relating to Gas Appliances);
-93/68 (relating to the General Standards );
and subsequent amendments.
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Description of the hob
Instructions for use
The hob control knobs
The symbols on the control knobs mean the following:
●no gas flow
maximum gas flow
minimum gas flow
All operating positions must be set between the maximum and minimum flow
settings and never between the maximum setting and the closed position.
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1. Hob
2. Semi-rapid burner*
3. High power burner
4. Burner control knobs
* Applicable to AKC9350 C/IX & AKC9350 C/BL only.
A: Enameled inner cap
B: High power burner inner copper coil
C: Enameled outer cap
D: High power burner outer copper coil
E: High power burner aluminum cover
F: Thermocouple
G: Spark pin
H: High power burner
I: Enameled semi-rapid burner cap
J: Semi-rapid burner copper coil
K:Semi-rapid burner aluminum cover
L: Semi-rapid burner
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

Lighting the burners
To obtain a flame more easily, light the burner before placing a cooking
utensil on the pan stand
To light a burner, proceed as follow: for version with lighting integrated in
the control knob push the knob of the burner fully down and turn it
anticlockwise to the “maximum flow”setting symbol, or press the button if
the appliance has individual lighting.
After lighting the flame, keep the knob pressed for about 10 seconds: this
time is necessary to heat up the “thermocouple”(Fig.2) and activate the
safety valve, which would otherwise cut off the gas flow.
Then check that the flame is even and turn the control knob to adjust the
flame as required.
In the instance of a power cut, place a flame near the burner and proceed as already
described.
If the flame does not light after a few attempts, check that the “burner cap”and
“flame cap”are correctly positioned.
To turn off the flame, turn the control knob clockwise to the ●symbol.
Before removing pans from the burners, always lower or turn off the flame.
For correct use of the hob
For lower gas consumption and better efficiency: Use only flat-bottomed pans of
dimensions suitable for the burners as shown in the table below. Also, as soon as a
liquid comes to the boil take care to turn the flame down to a level that will just keep
it boiling.
Burner minimum diameter maximum diameter
Large(rapid) 180mm 220mm
Medium(semi-rapid) 120mm 200mm
Small(Auxiliary) 80mm 160mm
Triple Flame 220mm 260mm
During cooking processes involving fats or oils, watch your foods
carefully because these substances may catch fire if brought to high
temperatures.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Before each operation, disconnect the appliance from the electrical mains and allow it
to cool down.
General cleaning
Wash the flame caps and burner caps often with boiling water and detergent, taking
care to remove all deposits.
The hob pan stands can also be washed in a dishwasher.
For stubborn dirt, use ordinary non-abrasive detergents or specific commercial
products. We strongly advise you not to use scouring pads, steel wool or acids for
cleaning.
Hob
Clean the hob regularly with a soft cloth wet with lukewarm water and a little liquid
detergent. Do not use the following products:
- household detergents or bleaches;
- soaped scouring pads not suitable for non-stick utensils;
- steel wool scouring pads;
- stain removers for baths or sinks.
If the hob gets very dirty, use specific commercial products.
Ignition plug
Automatic burner ignition is provided (when installed) by a ceramic “plug”and a
metal electrode (G in fig.2). Periodically clean these parts of the hob thoroughly. In
addition, to avoid ignition difficulties, check that the cavities in the burner are not
obstructed.
To remove deposits from the burner cavities,
remove the cap and separate the two parts
(see diagram on the right). After cleaning,
put the two parts back together and return
them correctly to their position. After washing,
replace the hob pan stands, checking that they
are correctly positioned.
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Fig. 3

WARNING!
Make sure all the parts of burner are assembled in correct order before switching on
or after cleaning.
IMPORTANT:
Do not mix out top and bottom.
The locating lugs must fit exactly into the notches.
Please follow the procedures (refer Fig. 3).:
- Fit the burner cover ①onto the burner base.
- Fit the outer copper coil ②on the burner cover ①.
- Fit the outer cap ③on the outer copper coil ②.
- Fit the inner copper coil ④on the burner cover ①.
- Fit the inner cap ⑤on the inner copper coil ④.
Routine maintenance
Have the condition and efficiency of the gas pipe and the pressure regulator (if
installed) checked periodically. If anomalies are found, do not repairs but have the
faulty part replaced.
To ensure good performance and safety, the gas regulator taps must be greased
periodically.
Periodic lubrication of the taps must only be carried out by qualified
personnel, who must also be contacted if the appliance malfunctions.
Service and parts
Before leaving the factory, this appliance was tested and adjusted by specialist skilled
staff to give the best operating results. Any subsequent necessary repairs or
adjustments must be carried out with the greatest care and attention.
For this reason, we strongly advise you always to contact the Dealer who sold you the
appliance or our nearest Service Centre, specifying the nature of the problem, the
model of the equipment,product number and serial number. These data are provided
in the plate on the cover of this manual. Always request the use of original spare
parts.
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