Whirlpool AKM489 / IX User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND SYMBOLS
USING THE BURNERS
PRACTICAL ADVICE ON USING THE HOB
POSITIONING THE PAN SUPPORTS AND WOK SUPPORT
HOOD AND CABINETRY CLEARANCES (MM)
INJECTOR TABLE
WARNINGS AND SUGGESTIONS
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
INSTALLATION (FLUSH AND TRADITIONAL FITTING)
GAS CONNECTION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
FIXING THE HOB TO THE WORK TOP. TRADITIONALLY FITTED
MODEL
FIXING THE HOB TO THE WORK TOP. FLUSH FITTED MODEL
ADAPTION TO A DIFFERENT TYPE OF GAS SUPPLY
REPLACING THE INJECTORS
FITTING THE WOK BURNER
REGULATING THE MINIMUM FLOW LEVEL OF THE GAS TAPS
GENERAL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE GAS BURNERS
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER SALES SERVICE

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND SYMBOLS
1. Removable pan supports
2. 1 kWh auxiliary burner
3. 1.65 kWh semi-fast burner
4. 3 kWh fast burner
5. 1.65 kWh semi-fast burner
6. Professional wok burner
7. Auxiliary burner control knob
8. Semi-fast burner control knob
9. Fast burner control knob
10. Semi-fast burner control knob
11. Professional wok burner control knob
Control Symbols
Off
Maximum flame
Minimum flame
USING THE BURNERS
To turn on one of the burners:
1. Turn the corresponding control knob
anticlockwise until the indicator coincides with
the maximum flame symbol .
2. Press the control knob to ignite the burner.
3. Once the burner has lit, keep the control knob
pressed for about 5 seconds to allow the safety
thermocouple fitted to each burner to engage.
The thermocouple will switch off the gas supply
to the burner should the flame be accidentally
lost (A gust of air, momentary interruption of
gas supply or liquid spillage etc).
If the burner does not ignite within about 15
seconds, switch off the burner, check the
fitting of the burner cap and plate for correct
fitting. Wait at least 1 minute before trying
again.
If the burner goes out when the control knob
is released, the thermocouple did not engage.
wait at least 1 minute before repeating steps
1 to 3.

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PRACTICAL ADVICE ON USING THE HOB
Read the instructions to get the best out of your
hob.
•Use pans with a similar diameter to the burner
(see the table on this page).
•Use flat bottomed pans except with the wok
support.
•Do not use excessive water when cooking foods
and use the lid.
•Ensure that pans are fully supported by the pan
supports and do not protrude over the edges.
You should never use:
•two burners simultaneously with just one
container such as a fish kettle.
Important:
Do not rest or drag the pan supports upside down
on the hob as this could scratch it.
Failure to comply with these
recommendations could lead to the glass
ceramic hob being damaged, or broken and
the safety of your appliance being
compromised.
POSITIONING THE PAN SUPPORTS AND
WOK SUPPORT
Position the pan supports and wok support as indicated in the diagram.
Burner Pan diameter
wok
fast
semi fast
auxiliary
from 24 to 26 cm
from 24 to 26 cm
from 16 to 24 cm
from 8 to 14 cm

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HOOD AND CABINETRY CLEARANCES (MM)
INJECTOR TABLE
CATEGORY: II2H3+
Electric Power: 230 V - 50 Hz
If a hood is to be installed above the hob, refer to the
hood installation instructions to ensure the correct height
above the hob.
Type of gas
used
Ty p e o f
burner
Injector
label
Control
primary
air (X)
(mm)
Nominal
heat
flow
kW
Nominal
consumption
Reduced
heat flow
kW
Gas pressure
(mbar)
min. nom. max.
NATURAL
GAS
(Methane)
G20
wok
fast
semi-fast
auxiliary
145
128
95
78
6
-
-
-
4,20
3,00
1,65
1,00
400 l/h
286 l/h
157 l/h
95 l/
1.40
0.90
0.40
0.30
17 20 25
LIQUID
PETROLEUM
GAS (Butane)
G30
wok
fast
semi-fast
auxiliary
100
85
65
50
11
-
-
-
4,20
3,00
1,65
1,00
305 g/h
218 g/h
120 g/h
73 g/h
1.40
0.90
0.40
0.30
25 30 35
LIQUID
PETROLEUM
GAS (Propane)
G31
wok
fast
semi-fast
auxiliary
100
85
65
50
11
-
-
-
4,20
3,00
1,65
1,00
300 g/h
214 g/h
118 g/h
71 g/h
1.40
0.90
0.40
0.30
25 30 35
Type of gas used Configuration
model
Nominal heat
flow kW
Overall nominal
consumption
Required air (m3)
for the
combustion 1 m3
of gas
G20 20 mbar
G30 28-30 mbar
G31 37 mbar
5 burners
5 burners
5 burners
11,50
11,50
11,50
1090 l/h
836 g/h
821 g/h
9,52
30,94
23,80

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WARNINGS AND SUGGESTIONS
To get the most out of your hob, please read
the instructions carefully and keep them for
future consultation.
•These instructions are only valid in the countries
whose destination symbol is shown on the serial
number plate on the hob.
•The packing (plastic bags, expanded
polyurethane, etc) pose a potential threat to
children and should be disposed of carefully.
• Check the appliance has not been damaged
during transportation and remove all
protective packing and films before
installation.
• This hob (cat. 3) was designed to be used
exclusively for cooking food in household
surroundings. Any other use (for example
heating rooms) should be regarded as
improper and dangerous.
• The installation and connection of this
appliance to a gas or electrical supply must
be carried out by a competent, qualified
person in compliance with current
legislation.
• This appliance should be installed in
compliance with standards in force and only
used in well ventilated rooms. Read the
instructions before installing and using this
appliance.
• The pre-fitted gas connector and it's supply
pressure are shown on the label attached to
the bottom of the hob. If this type of gas
supply is not being used, please refer to the
section called Adaption to different types of
gas supply on page 11.
Note:
•Incorrect placement of the pan supports can
scratch the hob. To avoid this always ensure that
the rubber feet on the bottom of the pan
supports are the only part of the pan supports
that touch the hob and do not drag the pan
supports across the hob surface.
•On the glass surface do not use:
- Cast iron grills, terracotta pots or pans.
- Heat convectors (e.g. metal netting).
- Using two burners to cook 1 pan.
•In the event of prolonged usage, additional
ventilation may be required (opening a window
or increasing the extraction speed of the hood).
Warning
•Keep children away from the hob when in use
and don't let them play with the control knobs or
any other part of the appliance.
•Do not let children play with the pan supports.
The rubber feet on the underneath of the pan
supports could be swallowed by small and cause
serious injury or suffocation.
•Before replacing the pan supports on the hob,
please check that all the rubber feet are in place.
•Each time you finish using the hob, always check
that the control buttons are in the off position
and shut off the tap to the gas mains or cylinder.
•Do not obstruct the air vents at the back of the
appliance in any way.

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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and is
labelled with the recycling symbol . Please
dispose of all packing responsibly and carefully.
Product
This appliance is marked according to the European
Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring that this
product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potentially negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
The symbol on the product, or on the
documents accompanying this appliance indicates
that this product should not be disposed of as
household waste. Please dispose of this appliance at
an Electrical & Electronic Equipment Collection
point as in accordance with local environmental
regulations for waste disposal. For details of your
local Collection Point please contact your Local
Authority.
Conformity declaration
This hob was designed, built and marketed
incompliance with:
•the safety requirements in the “Gas” CEE
Directive 90/396
•the safety requirements of “Low Voltage
Directive” 2006/95/EC (replacing 73/23/EEC and
subsequent amendments)
•the protection requirements of the “EMC” CEE
Directive 89/336
•the requirements in CEE Directive 93/68
•this appliance was designed to come into contact
with foods and complies with EC Regulation
1935/2004
Note:
•Incorrect placement of the pan supports can
scratch the hob. To avoid this, always ensure that
the rubber feet on the bottom of the pan
supports are the only part of the pan supports
that touch the hob. Do not drag the pan supports
across the hob surface.
•Do not use two burners to cook 1 pan.
•In the event of prolonged usage, additional
ventilation may be required (opening a window
or increasing the extraction speed of the hood).
Warning
• Keep children away from the hob when in
use and don't let them play with the control
knobs or any other part of the appliance.
• Do not let children play with the pan
supports. The rubber feet on the
underneath of the pan supports could be
swallowed by small children and cause
serious injury or suffocation.
• Before replacing the pan supports on the
hob, please check that all the rubber feet
are in place.
• Each time you finish using the hob, always
check that the control knobs are in the off
position and shut off the tap to the gas
mains or cylinder.
• Do not obstruct the air vents at the back of
the appliance in any way.

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INSTALLATION (FLUSH AND TRADITIONAL
FITTING)
Technical information for the installer
•This appliance can be installed into a 20 mm -
50 mm thick worktop.
•If no oven is to be installed below the hob, a panel
must be fitted under the hob to prevent hob
damage and protect the cupboard contents. This
panel must cover the whole of the underside of the
hob and must be positioned so that an air gap of at
least 50 mm between the panel and hob underside
is maintained, as a minimum, and as a maximum
150 mm to the underneath of the work surface.
•This hob is designed to operate perfectly with
any oven in the Whirlpool range. The
Manufacturer declines all responsibility
should another make of oven be installed.
Before installation, please ensure that:
•The gas supply (type and pressure) and the
calibration on the hob are compatible (see serial
number plate on the hob and the injector table).
•The cabinetry and appliances surrounding/next
to the hob are heat resistant and in compliance
with local regulations.
•The products of combustion are removed from
the atmosphere in the room by using an
extraction hood or electrical fan installed to the
walls and or windows, in line with current
regulations.
•The air circulates naturally through a suitable
opening that is no less than 100 cm2in cross
section, which must be:
- permanent and accessible on the walls of the
room being ventilated and extracting towards
the outside.
- created in such a way that the openings both
inside and out cannot be obstructed, even by
accident.
- Protected by plastic grill, and metallic netting
etc. that should not reduce the 100 cm2cross
section.
- Located in such a position so as not to interfere
with the extraction of the products of
combustion.
GAS CONNECTION
Connection to the mains gas system must be carried out
by a competent, registered person, in compliance with
current legislation.
•The connection of the hob to the gas mains network or gas
cylinder must be done using a rigid copper or steel pipe with
parts that comply with local standards, or using a flexible
stainless steel pipe with continuous surfaces that comply with
local standards. The flexible metallic pipe should be no longer
than 2 linear metres.
•Before connecting the pipe with the rubber part (A), insert
the seal (B) is in place (this part, provided complies with
EN 549).
Warning: if you use a stainless steel flexible pipe, it must be
installed in such a way that it does not come into contact with
moving cabinetry like drawers or kitchen cupboards and passes
at a point free of obstacles where it can be examined in its
entirety.
•After connecting to the gas mains, use soap and water to
check there are no leaks.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
FIXING THE HOB TO THE WORK TOP.
TRADITIONALLY FITTED MODEL
The electrical connections must comply with current
legislation and be carried out by a qualified, competent
person.
• Information on the voltage and power absorbed are
shown on the serial no. plate.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• When installing the appliance, we recommend that this
hob is protected by a 3 mm bi-polar switch.
• If damaged, the power cable must be replaced with an
identical type of power cable (H05V2V2-FT90ºC, or
H05RR-F type). We recommend that this operation be
conducted by our After Sales Service. Please contact
our Customer Care Centre on 00800-3810-4026.
• Do not use extension cables.
• The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage
to persons, pets or goods as a result of failure to comply
with the regulations above.
Important: The following procedure must be carried out
by competent technical personnel only. The hob can be
installed on, or into different types of materials, such as
masonry, metal, wood and heat resistant laminate coated
wood (90°C).
Cut an opening in the worktop to the dimensions shown in the
diagram.
Carefully place the gasket/seal on the external outline of the
worktop, as shown in the diagram below. Apply a light but firm
pressure to ensure a good adhesion to the work surface.
Fix the hob into the unit, and secure using the fixing brackets
provided.
Note: the electrical power cable must be long enough to allow
the hob to be lifted out from above.
Earth
(yellow/green)
L
N

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FIXING THE HOB TO THE WORK TOP.
FLUSH FITTED MODEL
Important: The following procedure must be
carried out by competent technical personnel
only. The hob can be installed on, or into
different types of materials, such as masonry,
metal, wood and heat resistant laminate
coated wood (90°C).
Cut an opening in the worktop to the dimensions
shown in the diagram.
Note: For laminated worktops with a laminate thickness of less
than 3 mm, create a recess as shown as on the detailed schematic
drawing.
Before positioning the hob, apply the adhesive gasket/seal
supplied, on the underneath edge of the hob itself, where the hob
will be in contact with the worktop (fig. 2).
Once the seal is in place, place the hob into the recess. Secure the
hob into the work surface using the screws and brackets
provided, tightening them until the hob is perfectly flush (fig. 3).
Carefully trim off the excess gasket/seal. In case of installation on
wood (particularly chipboard), any small spaces between the
edge of the worktop and the hob should be filled with small
quantities of silicon sealant (see fig. 4). Once the appliance has
been installed, the bottom of the hob should be completely
accessible.
Important:
•tighten the fixing brackets of the hob to the work top by hand,
using minimum force.
•In case of wooden (or similar) worktops, before fitting the
adhesive seal protect the surface of the milled recess with a
primer.
Slots for extra brackets have been created on the bottom of the
appliance, to help achieve a more flush positioning (should this be
necessary). Appropriate brackets can be obtained from the
Customer Care Centre.
860
80
0
1
5
89
4
848
115
R.11
861
2,
1
? 2,2
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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ADAPTION TO A DIFFERENT TYPE OF GAS
SUPPLY
If you are using a different kind of gas from the one
indicated on the serial no. plate and the orange label
on the back of the hob, you must replace the
injectors; in the case of the Wok burner, adjust the
primary air (see Injector table on page 6).
The orange label should be removed and kept
together with the manual.
Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas
pressures indicated on page 6
•In order to replace the injectors, contact the
Customer Care Centre on 00800-3810-4026, or
a qualified electrician.
•Injectors not supplied as standard should be
requested from the Customer Care Centre on
00800-3810-4026.
•Regulate the minimum levels of the taps.
Note: with liquid petroleum gas (G30/G31)
the bypass screw must be screwed in fully.
If you then experience difficulty in turning the
control knob, contact our After sales Service
though our Customer Care Centre on
00800-3810-4026, who will arrange for a
replacement after ascertaining that the tap is
damaged.
REPLACING THE INJECTORS
Note: Refer to the injector table to ensure the correct type of
injector is to be fitted.
Traditional burners (T)
1. Remove the pan supports (A).
2. Remove the burners (B).
3. Unscrew the injector (C) with a no 7 box spanner.
4. Replace the injector with one suitable for the new gas type.
5. Replace burners and pan supports.
Note: Before installing the hob, please remember to stick the gas
calibration label, provided with the replacement injectors over the
gas information on the underside of the hob.
Wok Burner (W)
It is best to change the wok double crown burner before starting
installation:
1. Lift out the hob from the work surface, removing the
installation fixing pieces.
2. Remove the screws securing the glass, at the back of the hob
plate and those located on both sides of the hob (E).
3. Remove the holding screws that fix the burner to the glass hob.
Once you have removed the glass hob, you can access the wok
burner injector.
4. Remove the injector (F) using a 10 mm spanner.
5. Slacken the holding screw (H) to regulate the position (X) of
the gas inlet coupling (G) with regard to the injector.

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FITTING THE WOK BURNER
REGULATING THE MINIMUM FLOW LEVEL
OF THE GAS TAPS
To fit the double crown wok burner:
Insert in the following order:
1. burner ring (A);
2. decorative covering ring (B);
3. external burner cap (C);
4. internal burner cap (D).
Note: make sure that:
1. the locating pin for the burner ring (A) is inserted correctly in
the slot on the burner unit.
2. that the locating pin on the
external burner cap (C) is
inserted in the slot on the
burner ring (A).
Regulating the minimum flow level must be done with the tap at
the lowest position (small flame) .
There is no need to regulate the primary air in the burners.
To ensure the minimum level is properly regulated, remove the
control knob and adjust the screws found on the tap as follows:
1. tighten to reduce the height of the flame 1 (-)
2. slacken to increase the height of the flame (+);
3. With the burners on, rotate the buttons from the
maximum to the minimum position to check the stability
of the flame.
Once you have finished regulating, close up the seals again using
sealing wax.

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GENERAL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect the hob from the electrical
power supply and wait until it cools before cleaning
and/or doing maintenance work. In order to keep
your hob in good condition, you must keep it clean,
removing any food residue each time you use it.
Cleaning the hob surface:
•the stainless steel surface may become stained if
it comes into contact with hard water over along
period of time or with extremely strong,
aggressive cleaning products. Always clean any
spillages as quickly as possible (sauce, water,
etc.). Wash with lukewarm water and a mild
detergent, rinse and dry carefully with a soft
cloth, or a cloth designed to clean stainless steel.
Only use stainless steel cleaning products on the
stainless steel trim.
•Do not use harsh or corrosive products, chloride
based products or scourers.
•Do not steam clean.
•Do not use inflammable products.
•Do not leave acidic or alkaline based products
like vinegar, mustard, salt, sugar or lemon juice
lying on the hob, as this will damage the hob and
'etch' the glass surface.
Note: With time, regular use of the hob could
cause some discolouration around the
burners. This is caused by the high
temperature of the flame and will not affect
the operation or performance of the hob.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE GAS
BURNERS
The pan supports and burners can be removed to
make cleaning easier.
1. Hand wash carefully in hot water with a mild
detergent making sure that all the ingrained dirt
is removed and the openings on the burner are
not blocked. The internal burner cap (D), on
page 12 is made of brass and is subject to a
natural burnishing when it heats up. Clean it
each time you use it with a product specifically
designed for brass. Use hot water and a mild
detergent to clean the wok burner external cap
(item (C) on page 12). Never use harsh
products, or scourers that will damage the
special surface coverings.
2. Rinse and dry carefully.
3. Correctly refit the burners and caps in their
place.
4. Make sure that when replacing the pan
supports, the pan support is located correctly
for each burner.
Note: Hobs fitted with electronic ignition and
thermocouples must have the ends of the igniters
and thermocouples cleaned regularly and
frequently in order to operate. Please clean them
very carefully with a damp cloth. Any remaining
ingrained food should be removed carefully with a
toothpick, or similar.
To avoid damaging the electronic ignition only
operate with the burners and pan supports
correctly in place.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the hob is not working properly, work through
this guide before contacting our Customer Care
Centre.
The burner does not ignite, or the flame is
unsteady? Check that:
1. the gas, or electricity supply has not been
interrupted and that the control knob is turned
fully on.
2. the gas supply has not run out.
3. the openings on the burner have become
blocked.
4. the end of the electronic igniter is clean.
5. all the parts on the burner are properly
positioned.
The flame doesn’t stay on? Check that:
1. the button was pushed in properly when
turning on the burner for the time required to
activate the safety thermocouple.
2. the burner's openings are not blocked near, or
around the thermocouple.
3. the end part of the thermocouple is clean.
The pans are not stable? Check that:
1. the bottom of the pan is perfectly flat.
2. the pan is centred on the burner.
3. the pan supports are correctly positioned with
all the rubber feet in place.
AFTER SALES SERVICE
Before contacting our Customer Care Centre
please check to see if the problem can be fixed
by referring to the troubleshooting guide.
1. If the fault persists contact us on
00800-3810-4026. We will ask you for some
information, it will help us, help you if you have
the following information ready to give us:
•a short description of the fault
•the serial number and model number of the
appliance
•the service number (the number after the word
service on the rating plate on the bottom of the
hob. The service number can also be found in the
warranty booklet.
•your name, full address including postcode and
telephone number.
Note: If there is a problem with your hob,
failure to contact us could seriously
compromise the safety and quality of this
appliance.