AEG Gas hob HG995440NB User Manual

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							CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION...........................................................................................2
2.  SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................... 5
3.  PRODUCT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................ 7
4.  DAILY USE..................................................................................................................8
5.  HINTS AND TIPS....................................................................................................... 9
6.  CARE AND CLEANING.......................................................................................... 10
7.  TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. 11
8.  INSTALLATION....................................................................................................... 12
9.  TECHNICAL DATA.................................................................................................. 17
10.  ENERGY EFFICIENCY.......................................................................................... 18
11.  ELECTROLUX / AEG MAJOR APPLIANCES - WARRANTY CONDITIONS..... 19
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Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
 Warning / Caution-Safety information
 General information and tips
 Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
1.  SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries ordamages that are the result of incorrect installation or
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							usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe andaccessible location for future reference.1.1  Children and vulnerable people safety
•This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years
and above and by persons with reduced capabilities provided that they have been given instruction and/or
supervision regarding the safe use of the appliance and understand the potential hazards involved.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of
it appropriately.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when
it operates or when it cools down. Accessible parts are hot.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, this should
be activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user
maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
• Children aged 3 years and under must be kept away
from this appliance when it is in operation at all times.
1.2  General Safety
•
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8
years of age shall be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
• Do not operate the appliance by means of an external
timer or separate remote-control system.
• WARNING: 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 lidor a fire blanket.
• CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised.
A short term cooking process has to be supervisedcontinuously.
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							•WARNING: Danger of fire: Do not store items on the
cooking surfaces.
• Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids
should not be placed on the hob surface since they can get hot.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
• If the glass ceramic surface / glass surface is cracked,
switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of
electric shock.
• In case of hotplate glass breakage:
– shut immediately off all burners and any electrical
heating element and isolate the appliance from the
power supply,
– do not touch the appliance surface,
– do not use the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, an authorized Service or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Where the appliance is directly connected to the
power supply, an all-pole isolating switch with a
contact gap is required. Complete disconnection in
compliance with the conditions specified in overvoltage category III must be guaranteed. Theearth cable is excluded from this.
• When you route the mains cable, make sure that the
cable doesn't come into direct contact (for example
using insulating sleeving) with parts that can reach temperatures of more than 50°C above room
temperature.
• WARNING: Use only hob guards designed by the
manufacturer of the cooking appliance or indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in the instructions for use as suitable or hob guards incorporated in theappliance. The use of inappropriate guards can causeaccidents.www.aeg.com4 
						

							2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis appliance is suitable for the
following markets:  GB
IEJOZA
2.1  InstallationWARNING!
Only a qualified person must
install this appliance.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Follow the installation instruction supplied with the appliance.
• Keep the minimum distance from the other appliances and units.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Seal the cut surfaces with a sealant to prevent moisture to cause swelling.
• Protect the bottom of the appliance from steam and moisture.
• Do not install the appliance adjacent to a door or under a window. This
prevents hot cookware to fall from the
appliance when the door or the
window is opened.
• If the appliance is installed above drawers make sure that the space,between the bottom of the appliance
and the upper drawer, is sufficient for
air circulation.
• The underside of the appliance can get hot when in use. If an oven has
not been fitted underneath the hob
and underside of the appliance is
accessible and could allow a user or items stored beneath the hob to
come in direct contact with the
underside of the hob, an intermediate protection panel must be fitted.
• Plywood or kitchen carcass material is acceptable for the panel.
• The panel must be removable for servicing. Screws used to fix the panelmust be accessible after installation.
2.2  Electrical ConnectionWARNING!
Risk of fire and electrical
shock.
• All electrical connections should be
made by a qualified electrician.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Before carrying out any operation make sure that the appliance isdisconnected from the power supply.
• Make sure that the electrical information on the rating plate agrees
with the power supply. If not, contact
an electrician.
• Make sure the appliance is installed correctly. Loose and incorrect
electricity mains cable or plug (if
applicable) can make the terminal
become too hot.
• Use the correct electricity mains cable.
• Do not let the electricity mains cable tangle.
• Make sure that a shock protection is installed.
• Use the strain relief clamp on the cable.
• Make sure the mains cable or plug (if applicable) does not touch the hot
appliance or hot cookware, when you
connect the appliance to the near
sockets
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug (if applicable) or to themains cable. Contact our Authorised
Service Centre or an electrician to change a damaged mains cable.
• The shock protection of live and insulated parts must be fastened in
such a way that it cannot be removed without tools.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is
access to the mains plug after the
installation.
• If the mains socket is loose, do not connect the mains plug.
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							• Do not pull the mains cable todisconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• Use only correct isolation devices: line protecting cut-outs, fuses (screw typefuses removed from the holder), earth
leakage trips and contactors.
• The electrical installation must have an isolation device which lets you
disconnect the appliance from the mains at all poles. The isolation
device must have a contact opening
width of minimum 3 mm.2.3  Gas connection
• All gas connections should be made
by a qualified person.
• Before installation, make sure that the local distribution conditions (nature ofthe gas and gas pressure) and the
adjustment of the appliance are
compatible.
• Make sure that there is air circulation around the appliance.
• The information about the gas supply is on the rating plate.
• This appliance is not connected to a device, which evacuates the productsof combustion. Make sure to connectthe appliance according to currentinstallation regulations. Pay attention
to requirements regarding adequate
ventilation.
2.4  UseWARNING!
Risk of injury, burns and
electrical shock.
• Remove all the packaging, labelling and protective film (if applicable)
before first use.
• Use this appliance in a household environment.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
• Do not let the appliance stay unattended during operation.
• Set the cooking zone to “off” after each use.
• Do not put cutlery or saucepan lids on
the cooking zones. They can become
hot.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet hands or when it has contact with
water.
• Do not use the appliance as a work surface or as a storage surface.
• When you place food into hot oil, it may splash.WARNING!
Risk of fire and explosion
• Fats and oil when heated can release flammable vapours. Keep flames orheated objects away from fats and oils
when you cook with them.
• The vapours that very hot oil releases can cause spontaneous combustion.
• Used oil, that can contain food remnants, can cause fire at a lowertemperature than oil used for the firsttime.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammableproducts in, near or on the appliance.
WARNING!
Risk of damage to the
appliance.
• Do not keep hot cookware on the control panel.
• Do not let cookware to boil dry.
• Be careful not to let objects or cookware fall on the appliance. The
surface can be damaged.
• Do not activate the cooking zones with empty cookware or without
cookware.
• Do not put aluminium foil on the appliance.
• Cookware made of cast iron, aluminium or with a damaged bottom
can cause scratches on the glass /
glass ceramic. Always lift these
objects up when you have to move them on the cooking surface.
• Use only stable cookware with the correct shape and diameter larger
than the dimensions of the burners.
• Make sure cookware is centrally positioned on the burners.
• Make sure the flame does not go out when you quickly turn the knob from
the maximum to the minimum
position.
• Use only the accessories supplied
with the appliance.
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							• Do not install a flame diffuser on theburner.
• The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat andmoisture. Provide good ventilation inthe room where the appliance is
installed.
• Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional
ventilation, for example opening of a
window, or more effective ventilation,
for example increasing the level of
mechanical ventilation where present.
• This appliance is for cooking
purposes only. It must not be used for
other purposes, for example room heating.
• Do not let acid liquids, for example vinegar, lemon juice or limescale
remover, touch the hob. This can
cause matt patches.
• Discoloration of the enamel has no effect on the performance of theappliance.2.5  Care and cleaning
• Clean regularly the appliance to
prevent the deterioration of thesurface material.
• Deactivate the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
electrical supply before maintenance.
• Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance.
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use neutral detergents. Do
not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
• Do not clean the burners in the dishwasher.2.6  DisposalWARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Contact your municipal authority for information on how to discard the
appliance correctly.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and dispose of
it.
• Flat the external gas pipes.
2.7  Service
• To repair the appliance contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
3.  PRODUCT DESCRIPTION3.1  Cooking surface layout1Auxiliary burner2
Triple Crown burner
3
Semi-rapid burner
4
Control knobs
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							3.2 Control knobSymbolDescriptionno gas supply / off posi-
tionSymbolDescriptionignition position / maxi-
mum gas supplyminimum gas supply4.  DAILY USEWARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.4.1  Burner overview
A.Burner cap
B. Burner crown
C. Ignition candle
D. Thermocouple
4.2  Ignition of the burnerAlways light the burner
before you put on the
cookware.WARNING!
Be very careful when you use
open fire in the kitchen
environment. The
manufacturer declines any responsibility in case of the
flame misuse.
1. Push the control knob down and turn
it counterclockwise to the maximum
gas supply position (
).
2. Keep the control knob pushed for
equal or less than 10 seconds. This
lets the thermocouple warm up. If
not, the gas supply is interrupted.
3. Adjust the flame after it is regular.
If after some tries the burner
does not light, check if the
crown and its cap are in
correct positions.WARNING!
Do not keep the control
knob pushed for more than
15 seconds. If the burner
does not light after 15
seconds, release the control
knob, turn it into off position
and try to light the burner
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							CAUTION!
In the absence of electricity
you can ignite the burner
without electrical device; in
this case approach the
burner with a flame, turn the
control knob counter-
clockwise to maximum gas
supply position and push it
down. Keep the control
knob pushed for equal or
less than 10 seconds to let
the thermocouple warm up.If the burner accidentally
goes out, turn the control
knob to the off position and
try to light the burner again
after minimum 1 minute.The spark generator can
start automatically when you
switch on the mains, after
installation or a power cut. It
is normal.Each control knob has a pilot
light. It lights up when you
turn the control knob.4.3  Turning the burner off
To put the flame out, turn the knob to
the off position 
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WARNING!
Always turn the flame down
or switch it off before you
remove the pans from the
burner.4.4  Using the wok stand
The wok stand lets you use a round
bottomed wok on the hob. Use the wok
stand on the Triple Crown burner only.
When you refit the wok stand, make sure the recesses on the frame fit securely to
the bars of the pan supports.
When you refit the grate of
the Triple Crown burner,
make sure to match the
hollow part of the grate with
the reference located on the
plate fixed to the glass.5.  HINTS AND TIPSWARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.5.1  CookwareCAUTION!
Do not use cast iron pans,
potstones, earthenware, grill
or toaster plates.WARNING!
Do not put the same pan on
two burners.WARNING!
Do not put unstable or
damaged pots on the burner
to prevent from spill and
injury.CAUTION!
Make sure that the bottoms of pots do not stand above
the control knob, otherwise
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							CAUTION!
Make sure that pot handles
are not above the front edge
of the cooktop.CAUTION!
Make sure that the pots are
placed centrally on the
burner in order to get
maximum stability and to
get lower gas consumption.CAUTION!
Liquids spilt during cooking
can cause the glass to break.5.2  Diameters of cookwareUse cookware with
diameters applicable to the
size of burners.BurnerDiameter of
cookware (mm)Triple Crown180 - 260Semi-rapid (rear left)120 - 240Semi-rapid (rear right)120 - 240Semi-rapid (front right)120 - 220Auxiliary80 - 1806.  CARE AND CLEANINGWARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.6.1  General information
• Clean the hob after each use.
• Always use cookware with clean
bottom.
• Scratches or dark stains on the surface have no effect on how the hob
operates.
• Use a special cleaner applicable for the surface of the hob.
WARNING!
Do not use knives, scrapers
or similar instruments to
clean the surface of the glass
or between the rims of the
burners and the frame (if
applicable).
• Wash stainless steel parts with water,
and then dry them with a soft cloth.
6.2  Pan supportsThe pan supports are not
resistant to washing in a
dishwasher. They must be
washed by hand.
1. Remove the pan supports to easily
clean the hob. 
Be very careful when you
replace the pan supports
to prevent the hob top
from damage.
2. The enamel coating occasionally can
have rough edges, so be careful
when you wash the pan supports by
hand and dry them. If necessary,
remove stubborn stains with a paste
cleaner.
3. After you clean the pan supports,
make sure that they are in correct
positions.
4. For the burner to operate correctly,
make sure that the arms of the pan
supports are aligned with the centre
of the burner.
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