Electrolux Electric Hob Instruction Booklet

Models: EHE 688 B - EHE 688 W

Important Safety Information

You MUST read these warnings carefully before installing or using the hob. If you need assistance, contact the Electrolux Customer Care Department on 08705 950950.

Installation

• This hob must be installed by qualified personnel, according to the manufacturer's instructions and relevant British Standards.
• Remove all packaging before using the hob.
• Ensure that the electrical supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate, located on the bottom of the hob.
• Do not attempt to modify the hob in any way.

Child Safety

• This hob is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to play near or with the hob.
• The hob gets hot when it is in use.
• Children should be kept away until it has cooled.
• Children can also injure themselves by pulling pans or pots off the hob.

During Use

• This hob is intended for domestic cooking only. It is not designed for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Do not use this hob if it is in contact with water. Do not operate the hob with wet hands.
• Ensure the control knobs are in the 'OFF' position when not in use.
• When using other electrical appliances, ensure the cable does not come into contact with the hot surfaces of the hob.
• Unstable or misshapen pans should not be used on the hob as unstable pans can cause an accident by tipping or spillage.
• Never leave the hob unattended when cooking with oil and fats.
• Never use plastic or aluminium foil dishes on the hob.
• Perishable food, plastic items and aerosols may be affected by heat and should not be stored above or below the hob unit.

Service

• This hob should only be repaired or serviced by an authorised Service Engineer and only genuine approved spare parts should be used.

Environmental Information

• After installation, please dispose of the packaging with due regard to safety and the environment.
• When disposing of an old appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the cable.

Keep this instruction book for future reference and ensure it is passed on to any new owner.

Guide to Use the Instructions

The following symbols will be found in the text to guide you throughout the Instructions:

• ⚠️ Safety Instructions
• ℹ️ Step by step instructions for an operation
• ? Hints and Tips
• ? Environmental Information

This appliance is manufactured according to the following EEC directives: 73/23 EEC, 90/683 EEC, 93/68 EEC, 89/336 EEC current edition.

Description of the Hob

Diagram showing the electric hob with numbered components: 1. Hob Top, 2. Rapid Hotplate (180 mm dia., 2090 W), 3. Normal Hotplate (180 mm dia., 1570 W), 4. Rapid Hotplate (145 mm dia., 1570 W), 5. Normal Hotplate (145 mm dia., 1040 W), 6. Control knob for back left hotplate, 7. Control knob for front left hotplate, 8. Control knob for front right hotplate, 9. Control knob for back right hotplate, 10. Electric Hotplates Control Light.

Operation

Electric Hotplates

To switch on a hotplate, turn the relevant control knob anticlockwise to the required heat setting. The control knob is numbered 1-6 (0 - OFF, 1 - Minimum, 6 - Maximum).

Hotplate Types:

• Normal Hotplates: Recommended to be switched to maximum (6) for a short while to boost the plate, then adjusted to the required setting.
• Rapid Hotplates: Indicated by a red dot, they heat up more quickly. The red dots may deteriorate over time but this does not affect performance.

Note: The plate may smoke and produce a slightly unpleasant odour when used for the first time; this is normal and will disappear.

Electric Hotplates Control Light

The Hotplates Control Light illuminates each time a cooking zone is switched on.

Cooking Temperature Suggestions

Hints and Tips

Saucepans for use on solid plates should have several characteristics:

• They should be fairly heavy duty.
• They should fit the heat area exactly, or be slightly larger for efficient use, NEVER smaller.
• They should have a flat base to ensure good contact with the plate. This is particularly important for high temperature frying or pressure cooking.

As soon as liquid starts boiling, turn down the plate control knob to maintain a simmer. You can switch off the plate before finishing cooking, using the accumulated heat. Stored stews in well-covered saucepans cook at lower temperatures, which is more economical.

Ensure pans are large enough to avoid liquids being spilt onto the plates. Never leave the plates on without a pan or with an empty pan.

Safety Warning: Never lean or reach over a hot electric plate. Always point pan handles inward or over the work surface next to the hob to avoid accidentally knocking over a pan. Take care when frying food in hot oil or fat, as overheated splashes could ignite.

If control knobs become difficult to turn, contact your local Electrolux Service Centre.

Diagram illustrating correct saucepan usage: pans should be heavy-duty, fit the heat area exactly or be slightly larger, and have a flat base. Incorrect usage shown with crossed-out images of small pans and pans with uneven bases. A warning symbol indicates to avoid leaning over hot plates and to keep pan handles turned inwards.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Important: Before any maintenance or cleaning, DISCONNECT the hob from the electricity supply.

The hob is best cleaned whilst still warm, as spillage is easier to remove.

The Hob Top

Regularly wipe the hob top with a soft cloth wrung out in warm water with a little washing up liquid. Avoid:

• Household detergent and bleaches.
• Impregnated pads unsuitable for non-stick saucepans.
• Steel wool pads.
• Bath/sink stain removers.

For heavily soiled hob tops, use a cleaning product like Hob Brite or Bar Keepers Friend. Control knobs can be removed by pulling them upward for easier cleaning.

The Hotplates

Spills onto the plates should be removed using warm water and a soft brush, nylon or plastic scourer. For maintenance, hotplate conditioner can be purchased from hardware stores. Alternatively, wipe plates with olive oil on a kitchen towel to prevent rust (note: this may cause slight smoking and odour on next use).

Stainless steel parts (spill rings and areas around hotplates) may become straw-coloured. Use a proprietary stainless steel cleaner to remove this discolouration.

Note: Failure to clean and condition hotplates may lead to rust and corrosion.

Something Not Working?

If the hob is not working correctly, perform the following checks before contacting your local Electrolux Service Force Centre.

If the hob still does not operate correctly after these checks, contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre. Proof of purchase is required for in-guarantee service calls. In-guarantee customers must ensure checks are made, as a charge may apply if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Service and Spare Parts

For spare parts or an engineer, contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning: 08705-929929.

Your call will be routed to the Service Centre covering your post code area. Addresses of Electrolux Service Force Centres are detailed on following pages.

When contacting the Service Centre, provide the following information:

1. Your name, address, and post code.
2. Your telephone number.
3. Clear and concise details of the fault.
4. The model and serial number (see rating label on the back of this instruction booklet).
5. Date of purchase.

Customer Care

For general enquiries and further information on Electrolux products, contact the Customer Care Department:

Customer Care Department
Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire - SL1 1DZ
Tel: 08705 950950

Note: Calls may be recorded for training purposes.

Guarantee Conditions

Electrolux Guarantee Conditions

Electrolux guarantees that if, within 12 months of purchase, the appliance or any part proves defective due to faulty workmanship or materials, Electrolux will, at its option, repair or replace it free of charge for labour, materials, or carriage, provided that:

• The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the specified gas and electricity supply.
• The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, or tampered with by any unauthorised person.
• All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by an Electrolux Service Force Centre.
• Any replaced appliance or defective part becomes the Company's property.
• This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Visits outside these hours may incur a premium charge.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

• Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use, or neglect, including replacement of light bulbs or removable glass/plastic parts.
• Costs for calls to rectify improperly installed appliances or calls for appliances outside the United Kingdom.
• Appliances used in a commercial or similar environment, or those subject to rental agreements.
• Products of Electrolux manufacture not marketed by Electrolux.

European Guarantee

If you move within Europe, your guarantee moves with you, subject to the following:

• The guarantee starts from the original purchase date.
• The guarantee period and extent for labour and parts match the new country's terms for the brand/range.
• The guarantee is personal and non-transferable.
• Your new home must be within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
• The product must be installed and used according to instructions, and only domestically.
• The electrical supply must comply with the rating label specifications.
• Installation must comply with the new country's regulations.

Before moving, contact your nearest Customer Care centre with your new home details to ensure local Service Organisation awareness and support. Contact details for France, Germany, Italy, Sweden, and UK are provided.

Instructions for the Installer

Engineers Technical Data

Overall Dimensions

• Width: 580 mm.
• Depth: 510 mm.
• Height: 88 mm.

Cut Out Dimensions

• Width: 560 mm.
• Depth: 480 mm.
• Thickness: 30 mm.

Heating Elements Ratings

• Normal back left Hotplate Ø 180 mm: 1570 W
• Normal back right Hotplate Ø 145 mm: 1040 W
• Rapid front right Hotplate Ø 145 mm: 1570 W
• Rapid front left Hotplate Ø 180 mm: 2090 W
• Total rating: 6270 W

Important Safety Requirements

This hob must be installed in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations (Current Edition). Detailed recommendations are in British Standards Codes Of Practice: B.S. 6172/B.S. 5440, Par. 2 and B.S. 6891 Current Editions.

Location

This hob is registered as a "Class X" appliance according to Fire Risk Regulations. Observe minimum distances. The hob may be located in a kitchen, kitchen/diner, or bed sitting room, but not in a bathroom or shower room.

Before making the cut-out, ensure a minimum distance of 55 mm. between the rear edge of the hob and the wall. A minimum distance of 100 mm. must be left between the side edges of the hob and any adjacent cabinets or walls.

The minimum distance for combustible material fitted above the hob, in line with the edges, is 400 mm. If fitted below 400 mm, a 50 mm. space must be allowed from the edges.

The minimum distance for combustible material fitted directly above the hob is 700 mm.

Diagrams illustrating required clearances for hob installation. Diagram 1 (without cooker hood) shows minimum distances: 700mm above hob, 400mm for combustible material in line with edges, 50mm clearance for combustible material below 400mm, 100mm from side edges, 55mm from rear edge. Diagram 2 (with cooker hood) shows minimum distances: 600mm above hob, 650mm if using a cooker hood, with other clearances similar to Diagram 1.

Installation

The hob must be installed according to the supplied instructions by qualified personnel to relevant British Standards. The manufacturer is not liable for issues arising from ignored instructions.

Ensure the hob is easily accessible for engineers in case of breakdown.

When the Hob is First Installed

Once installed, remove any protective materials from the factory.

Supply Connections

This hob is designed for a 230-240 V (50Hz) electricity supply.

The hob has a terminal block marked as follows:

• L - Live terminal
• N - Neutral terminal
• E - Earth terminal

The supply cable must be 6mm, PVC twin and earth, fused to 30amp. Install a double pole switch with a minimum 3mm gap between contacts, suitable for the load and current regulations. The switch must not break the earth cable. Ensure the supply cord does not contact surfaces above 50 deg. C.

Cut Out Size

Diagram showing the rectangular cut-out dimensions for the hob: 560mm width, 480mm depth, with a minimum 55mm clearance from the rear edge.

Building In

Building over a cupboard or drawer

If installing above a cupboard or drawer, fit a heat-resistant board below the hob base. Electrical connection should be made as shown in diagrams 1 and 2, which illustrate an ON/OFF switch and FLEX OUTLET.

Building over a kitchen unit with door

Proper arrangements are needed when designing furniture units to avoid contact with the hob's hot bottom. Diagram 3 shows a recommended solution: Panel 'a' under the hob should be removable for technical access, and space 'b' behind the unit can be used for connections. Diagram 3 indicates a 60mm depth for the unit and a 20mm minimum clearance. A close-up diagram 'a' shows the sealing gasket applied to the edges of the cut-out, forming a double seal to prevent liquid ingress.

Fitting the Hob into the Worktop

Apply the supplied seals to the edges of the cut-out, precisely on the front and rear edges, and 50 mm from the side edges, ensuring seals meet without overlapping.

Place the hob into the cut-out, ensuring it is centred.

Fix the hob using the relevant clamps and screws as shown in the diagram. Trim any excess seal after tightening screws.

The hob edge forms a double seal to prevent liquid ingress.

Electrical Connections

Any electrical work must be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person, adhering to current regulations. This hob must be earthed. The manufacturer is not liable for failure to observe these safety measures.

The hob connects to a 230-240V 50Hz AC electrical supply. Ensure the voltage matches the rating plate. The hob is supplied without a cord; a 3-core flexible supply cord must be fitted.

Connection Steps:

1. Remove the mains terminal cover plate to expose the terminal block.
2. Loosen cable clamp screws and lift the clamp to allow cable passage.
3. Connect the red (live) wire to terminal 1.
4. Connect the black (neutral) wire to terminal 4.
5. Connect the green/yellow (earth) wire to terminal 5 (marked with earth symbol). The earth wire should be approx. 2 cm longer than live and neutral wires.
6. Secure the cable by means of the clamp screws and refit the terminal block cover.

Connect the hob to a double pole switch with a minimum 3mm gap between contacts, suitable for the load and current regulations. The switch should be sited within 2m of the hob and be easily accessible. The switch must not break the earth cable.

Ensure the hob supply cord does not contact surfaces with temperatures higher than 50 deg. C.

Supply Cable Specifications

For UK use only

For Europe use only

Diagram illustrating the hob's terminal block and wiring. It shows terminals marked 1 (Live), 4 (Neutral), and 5 (Earth), with connections for the supply cable. A table details UK and European supply cable specifications, including cable size, type, and fuse rating.

Wiring Diagram

Schematic wiring diagram for the electric hob, showing connections between the power supply (L, N), control switches (indicated by numbers 1-4 and symbols like P1, P2, P3, P4), and the heating elements (Ø 180, Ø 180 R, Ø 145 R, Ø 145). Each heating element is connected via a switch and a plate control.