Whirlpool AKT 8700 IX Instruction for Use download pdf

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These instructions shall also be available on website: www.whirlpool.eu

YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS VERY IMPORTANT

This manual and the appliance itself provide important safety messages, to be read and always observed.

All messages relevant to safety specify the potential risk to which they refer and indicate how to reduce the risk of injury,

damage and electric shocks due to incorrect use of the appliance. Make sure to comply with the following:

- Use protective gloves to perform all unpacking and installation operations.

- The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any installation operation.

- Installation and maintenance must be carried out by a specialised technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s

instructions and the local safety regulations in force. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless

specifically stated in the user manual.

- The appliance must be earthed.

- The power cable must be long enough for connecting the appliance, fitted in the cabinet, to the power supply.

- For installation to comply with the current safety regulations, an omnipolar switch with minimum contact gap of

3mm is required.

- Do not use multi-sockets or extension cords.

- Do not pull the appliance’s power cable.

- The electrical parts must not be accessible to the user after installation.

- The appliance is designed solely for domestic use for cooking food. No other use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms).

The Manufacturer declines any liability for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the controls.

- The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating

elements. Very young (0-3 years) and young children (3-8 years) shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.

- Children from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of

experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe

appliance use and if they understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and

user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

- Do not touch the appliance heating elements during and after use. Do not allow the appliance to come into contact

with cloths or other flammable materials until all the components have cooled down completely.

- Do not place flammable materials on or near the appliance.

- Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Pay attention when cooking food products rich in fat and oil.

- A separator panel (not supplied) must be installed in the compartment under the appliance.

- If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock (only for appliances with

glass surface).

- The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.

- Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire

with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.

Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking surfaces.

- Do not use steam cleaners.

- Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface since they can get hot.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This is the danger symbol, regarding safety, warning of potential risks to users and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the danger symbol and the following words:

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could cause serious injury.

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - WARNING

EN1These instructions shall also be available on website: www.whirlpool.euYOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS VERY IMPORTANTThis manual and the applianc

Page 2 - INSTALLATION

EN2- After use, switch off the hob element by its control and do not rely on the pan detector (only for induction appliances).Disposal of packingThe p

Page 3

EN3PLACING THE HOBAfter the electrical connection (see the chapter “Electrical connection”) position each fixing clips on the dedicated slots on the l

Page 4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

EN4REMOVING THE HOBTo remove the hob, use a screwdriver (not provided) to prise off the fixing clips on the underside of the appliance.Connection to t

Page 5 - Power indicator display

EN5Control panelFirst use / after a power failure After connecting the hob to the electrical power supply, the control panel is locked (“Lo” showed on

Page 6

EN6Residual heat indicator.These indicators alert the user when cooking zones are still hot.If the display shows , the cooking zone is still hot. If

Page 7 - COMBI COOK FUNCTION

EN7This function allows cooking on two zones just as a single extended zone. It is perfect for oval, rectangular and elongated pans with minimum base

Page 8 - - Do not use steam cleaners

EN8 Energy savingFor optimum results, it is advisable to:• Use pots and pans with bottom width equal to that of the cooking zone.• Only use flat-botto

Page 9 - AFTER-SALES SERVICE

EN9Before contacting the After-sales Service:1. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of the “Troubleshooting guide”.2. Switch the a