Whirlpool AKR 353/IX Instruction for Use download pdf (Page 2)

distance of 150 mm below the upper surface of the work surface but, in no case less than 20 mm from the bottom

of the hob. In the case that you intend to install an oven beneath the hob, make sure that it is manufactured by

Whirlpool and equipped with a cooling system. The manufacturer declines all liability if another brand oven is

installed beneath the hob.

• Before installation, make sure that:

- the local gas delivery conditions (nature and pressure) are compatible with the settings of the hob (see the

rating plate and injector table);

- the outer surfaces of the furniture or appliances adjacent to the hob are heat resistant according to local regulations;

- this appliance is not connected to a fume exhaust device. It shall be installed in accordance with current installation

regulations. Particular attention shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation.

- combustion products are discharged outdoors through specific hoods or wall and/or window mounted electrical fans.

GAS CONNECTION

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

IMPORTANT: the data relevant to the voltage and power absorption are indicated on the rating plate.

ASSEMBLY

ADJUSTMENT TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS

If the appliance is intended to operate with a different gas from the gas type stated on the rating plate and information label

on the top of the hob, change the injectors.

Remove the information label and keep it with the instructions booklet.

Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas pressure indicated in the Instruction.

• The gas nozzles must be changed by After Sales Service or a qualified technician.

• Nozzles not supplied with the appliance must be ordered from After Sales Service.

• Adjust the minimum setting of the taps.

NOTE: when liquid petroleum gas is used (G30/G31), the minimum gas setting screw must be tightened as far as it will go.

IMPORTANT: should you experience difficulty in turning the burners knobs, please contact the After Sales Service for

the replacement of the burner tap if found to be faulty.

REPLACING THE INJECTORS (see the injector table in the Instruction)

ADJUSTING MINIMUM GAS SETTING OF TAPS

REFERENCE TO LOCAL REGULATIONS

Provision for ventilation

The room in which the appliance is installed must have an air supply to current B.S. 5440 -Part 2 standards.

All rooms require a permanent vent in addition to the openable window.

WARNING

This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

• The gas supply system must comply with local regulations.

• You can find specific local regulations for some countries in the paragraph

“Reference to Local Regulations”. If no information concerning your Country

is given, please ask details to your Installer.

• The connection of the hob to the gas pipe network or gas cylinder must be

made by means of a rigid copper or steel pipe with fittings complying with

local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface stainless steel hose

complying with local regulations. Interpose gasket (B) in the elbow

connection.The maximum length of the hose is 2 m.

• FOR BELGIUM ONLY: It is necessary to replace the elbow connection (A) on

the appliance, with the one supplied (if present).

IMPORTANT: if a stainless steel hose is used, it must be installed so as not to

touch any mobile part of the furniture. It must pass through an area where

there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its

length.

• After connection to the gas supply, check for leaks with soapy water. Light

up the burners and turn the knobs from max position to minimum

position to check flame stability.

WARNING

This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

WARNING

• The electrical connections must comply

with local regulations.

• The earthing of this appliance is

compulsory by law.

• Do not use an extension cord.

After having cleaned the perimeter surface,

apply the supplied gasket to the hob as shown

in the figure.

Position the hob in the worktop opening made respecting the dimensions indicated in the Instruction.

NOTE: the power supply cable must be long enough to permit its upward extraction.

To secure the hob, use the brackets (A) provided with it. Fit the brackets into the relevant bores shown by the arrow and

fasten them by means of their screws in accordance with the thickness of the worktop (see the following figures).

Earth

(yellow/green)

WARNING

This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

• Remove grids (A).

•Extract burners (B).

• Using a socket spanner of the appropriate size unscrew

the injector (C), unscrew the injector to be replaced.

• Replace it with the injector suitable for the new type of

gas.

• Re-assemble the injector in (D).

• If you have a multiple crown burner use side spanner to

replace the injector (E).

Before installing the hob, remember to affix the gas

calibration plate supplied with the injectors in such a way that

it covers the existing information relating to gas calibration.

To ensure that the minimum setting is correctly adjusted, remove the knob and

proceed as follows:

• tighten screw to reduce the flame height (-);

• loosen screw to increase the flame height (+).

The adjustment must be performed with the tap in minimum gas setting position (small

flame) .

• The primary air of the burners does not need to be adjusted.

• At this stage, light up the burners and turn the knobs from max position to

minimum position to check flame stability.

Upon completion of adjustment, reseal using sealing wax or an equivalent material.

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