Stoves SGH600C manual

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    F F r r o o n n t t C C o o n n t t r r o o l l G G a a s s H H o o b b s s STOVES 60/70 For Natural Gas Models & LP Gas Models User & Installation Instructions[...]

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    Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety and Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/6 Using your hob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Care and Cleaning . . .[...]

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    Should you need it . . . . Inside the paperwork which has come with this appliance, there is a leaflet and card explaining the terms of our extended warranty and guarantee. In order to apply for a one year guarantee, simply fill in the details on the card and post it off, this will register your appliance. Should you wish to take out extended warra[...]

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    Introduction Thank you for buying this British built appliance from Stoves, this book is in t e nd e d t o a ss i s t y o u w i th t he installing and use of your hob and we rec om men d tha t you r ea d it ful ly before installation and use. We hope that the following informa- tion will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the features of[...]

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    Gas & Electrical connection Please refer to installation instructions fo r th e Ga s & E l ec t r ic a l S a f et y Re g u la t i o ns a nd th e Ve n t il a t io n Requirements. In your own interest, and that of safe- ty, it is the law that all gas appliances be installed by a competent person, who will ensure that the installation is in a [...]

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    Be safe - not sorry Caution: When you are cook- ing, keep c h i ld re n a w a y fr o m th e v i ci ni ty o f t h e h ob . • Parts of the appliance may be hot during or immediately after use. Allow sufficient time for the hob to cool after switching off. • Ne ver use the app li anc e fo r he ati ng a room . • Turn pan handles to a safe posi- t[...]

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    Using the hob Adjust the burner flame so that it does not extend over the pan base. Pans  Use pans with a flat base of mini- mum 120mm / 4 ins diameter and maximum 250mm / 10 ins diame- ter which are stable in use.  Do not use double pans, rim based pans, old misshapen pans or any pan which is unstable when placed on a flat surface.  Posit[...]

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    Pan supports Always make sure the pan supports are replaced correctly, located in the hob spillage well, and that all rubber feet are in place, to prevent instabili- ty. The hob must only be operated when both pan supports are correctly posi- tioned. To save gas • Al way s pos it io n pan s cen tr all y over the burner. • Use the size of pan mo[...]

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    Care & Cleaning Cau tio n: A ny cl ean ing agen t used incorrectly may damage the hob. Al way s le t t he ho b co ol bef ore cl ean ing. So me co o ki ng op e ra ti o ns g en er a te a co ns i de ra b le a mo unt of gr ea se. Thi s, com bi ned wi th spi lla ge , can become a hazard if allowed to accumulate on the hob through lack of cleaning. I[...]

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    Control knobs Onl y use hot soap y wat er . When cleaning the fascia area, care must be taken on symbols / markings. Co ntr ol knob s ca n be removed for cleaning, but take care to ensure that the y a re re po sit io ned corr ec tly aft er cle aning . Vitreous enamel surfaces HOB SPILLAGE WELL (enamel hobs), PAN SUPPORTS (if fitted) Us e a mil d cr[...]

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    11 Installation This appliance must be installed in accordance with the regulations in force, and only in a well ventilated space. Read the instructions before using or installing this appliance. This appliance will be factory set for use on either natural gas only, or LPG only. If the appliance requires conver- sion from natural gas to LPG, then t[...]

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    In the UK the regulations and standards are as follows (inclu- sive of successive issues: 1. Ga s Sa f e t y R e gu l a ti o n s (Installation and Use). 2. Building Regulations - Issued by th e D ep a r tm e nt o f th e Environment. 3. Build ing Stan dards (Sc otlan d) (C on sol id ate d) - I s s u e d b y t h e S c o t t i s h D e v e l o p m e nt[...]

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    Clearances & dimensions The room should have good light and ventilation but be free from draughts. Th e wo r kt o p sh ou l d be at l e a s t 60 0 m m de e p, & 3 0 m m th ic k t o enable the cutout to be made to the dimensions shown below. A minimum distance of 40mm should be maintained between the hob and rear wall / combustible surface. [...]

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    Base T ray GDHA specified dimensions with batons Existing dimension without batons Important Information It is important when installing front control gas hobs, that the work top cut out is the same as is quoted in this installation manual. If the cut out is too large, then batons must be fit- ted to the front, rear and sides - to correct the discr[...]

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    Fit the hob into the cutout & secure to worktop Place the hob into the cutout and secure in place using the four brackets and screws provided. The brackets should be orientated to suit the worktop thickness as shown, then inserted into the four slots (two on the front edge and two on the rear) and screwed into the underside of the worktop using[...]

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    Installation advice - cabinetry Dealing with sides, cross-rails and back-panels in cabinetry Dep en din g on th e cabi ne ts, th e wor k- top thic kne ss and the hob positioning, it is possible for the hob base, the clamp brackets and/or the gas con- nection to interfere with parts of the cabinet. These can be dealt with as follows: Cabinet sides I[...]

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    Alternative clamp positions If the front and rear clamp positions are problematic, alternative positions can be used on the sides of the hob, dependant on the particular installa- tion. These positions will require clearance from any cabinet sides and may effect how tightly the hob will meet the work- top. Stone (Granite or equivalent) worktops Dep[...]

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    Connect gas hob to gas supply The inlet is at the rear RHS of the hob. The hob may be connected to the gas supply either by rigid pipework or flex- ible connection. Flexible connections Use a 900mm - 1125mm length of flexible connector. Ensure that the hose is installed hangin g freely down- wards , is not trap ped, is not subjected to undue forces[...]

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    Troubleshooting Before you call Customer Care, please check the following points: Burner fails to ignite: • Check the electricity supply is on. • Check the fuse. There is a spark to the burner but it fails to ignite: • Check that the flame holes in the flame spreader are clear of water or deposits. • Check that the gas supply is turned on. [...]

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    Technical Data This information is for the following appliances: Stoves 60T/70T front control NG Data badge Underside of the hob base Electrical supply 220-240V ~ 50Hz 1W Ignition Mains repetitive ignition. Gas connection The inlet connection is at the rear right-hand side - ISO7 - Rp1/2” (1/2” BSP) Appliance class Class 3 Built-In Hotplate Gas[...]

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    If you smell gas: Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch. Call the Gas Emergency Helpline at TRANSCO on: 0800 111999 In the Republic of Ireland, call the Bord Gaìs emergency line on 1850 205050 or contact your local gas supplier. Customer Care & Ser vice Please keep this handbook in a safe place as the informatio[...]

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