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Hotpoint GF641 manual

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  • Page 1

    HOB GF640X GF640K Contents Installation, 2-5 Positioning Gas connection Data plate Burner and nozzle specifications Electrical connection, 6 Description of the appliance, 7 Overall view Start-up and use, 8 Practical advice on using the burners Precautions and tips, 9 General safety Disposal Recycling & Disposal Information Maintenance and care,[...]

  • Page 2

    GB 2 ! Before operating your new appliance please read this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important information for safe use, installation and care of the appliance. ! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Positioning ! Keep packaging material out of the rea[...]

  • Page 3

    GB 3 555 mm 55 mm 475 mm Hook fastening diagram Hooking position Hooking position for top H=30 mm for top H=40 mm Front Hooking position Back for top H=20 mm ! Use the hooks contained in the “accessory pack” • Where the hob is not installed over a built-in oven, a wooden panel must be installed as insulation. This must be placed at a minimum [...]

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    GB 4 Checking the tightness of the connection ! When the installation process is complete, check the pipe fittings for leaks using a soapy solution. Never use a flame. Adapting to different types of gas To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or on the packaging), the[...]

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    GB 5 Burner and nozzle specifications * At 15°C and 1013 mbar-dry gas ** Propane P.C.S. = 50.37 MJ/kg. *** Butane P.C.S. = 49.47 MJ/kg. Natural P.C.S. = 37.78 MJ/m 3 (1) Only for appliances with the security device. PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 S A RR TC GF640X GF640K GF640W GF640 K[...]

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    GB 6 Electrical Connection ! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The hob is designed to work with alternating current, the supply voltage and frequency indicated on the rating plate (situated under the hob). Make sure that the local supply voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating plate. Connecting the supply cable to the mains electri[...]

  • Page 7

    GB 7 Description of the appliance Overall view * Only available on certain models. PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 • GAS BURNERS differ in size and power. Use the diameter of the cookware to choose the most appropriate burner to cook with. • Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS adjust the [...]

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    GB 8 ! The position of the corresponding gas burner or electric hotplate* is shown on every knob. Gas burners Each burner can be adjusted to one of the following settings using the corresponding control knob: • Off Maximum Minimum To light one of the burners, hold a lit match or lighter near the burner and, at the same time, press down and turn t[...]

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    GB 9 Precautions and tips ! This appliance has been designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards. The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. General safety • This is a class 3 built-in appliance. • Gas appliances require regular air exchange to maintain efficient operation. [...]

  • Page 10

    GB 10 Switching the appliance off Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it. Cleaning the appliance ! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface beyond repair. ! Never use ste[...]

  • Page 11

    GB 11 Troubleshooting It may happen that the appliance does not function properly or at all. Before calling the service centre for assistance, check if anything can be done. First, check to see that there are no interruptions in the gas and electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the gas valves for the mains are open. Problem The burner does [...]

  • Page 12

    GB 12 After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure yo[...]

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    GB 13 Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, [...]

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    GB 14 Notes PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24[...]

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    GB 15 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24[...]

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    GB 16 02/2012 - 195036404.06 XEROX FABRIANO Notes PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24[...]