Electrolux Gas Hobs

⚠️ Important Safety Information

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

Installation

• This hob must be installed by qualified personnel, according to the manufacturer's instructions and to the relevant British Standards.
• Any gas installation must be carried out by a registered CORGI installer.
• Remove all packaging before using the hob.
• Ensure that the gas and electrical supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate, located near the gas supply pipe.
• 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.
• When in use, a gas cooking appliance will produce heat and moisture in the room in which it has been installed. Ensure there is a continuous air supply, keeping air vents in good condition or installing a cooker hood with a venting hose.
• When using the hob for a long period of time, the ventilation should be improved, by opening a window or increasing the extractor speed.
• 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 cooking appliance.
• 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 complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:

• 73/23 - 90/683 (Low Voltage Directive)
• 93/68 (General Directives)
• 89/336 (Electromagnetical Compatibility Directive)
• 90/396 (Gas Appliances), and subsequent modifications

Contents

Description of the Hob

A diagram shows a gas hob with four burners and control knobs. The numbered parts are:

• 1. Hob Top
• 2. Rapid Burner
• 3. Semi-rapid Burners
• 4. Auxiliary Burner
• 5. Control knobs
• 6. Electric Ignition Push Button

Operation

Hob Burners

To light a burner:

• Push the electric ignition pushbutton marked by a little spark ✨.
• At the same time, turn the relevant control knob anticlockwise to the maximum position.
• Then adjust the flame as required.

If the burner does not ignite, turn the control knob to zero and try again.

To ensure maximum burner efficiency, use pots and pans with a flat bottom fitting the size of the burner used (see table).

? If you use a saucepan smaller than the recommended size, the flame will spread beyond the bottom of the vessel, causing the handle to overheat.

? As soon as a liquid starts boiling, turn down the flame so that it will barely keep the liquid simmering.

? Take care when frying food in hot oil or fat, as overheated splashes could easily ignite.

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

Maintenance and Cleaning

Before any maintenance or cleaning, you MUST DISCONNECT the hob from the electricity supply.

The hob is best cleaned whilst it is still warm, as spillage can be removed more easily than if it is left to cool.

The Hob Top

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

• 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 such as Hob Brite or Bar Keepers Friend.

Pan Supports

The pan supports are dishwasher proof. If washing by hand, dry carefully as enamelling may leave rough edges. For stubborn stains, use a paste cleaner.

The Burners

Burner caps and crowns can be removed for cleaning. Wash them with hot soapy water. Mild paste cleaner can be used for marks. A well-moistened soap-impregnated steel wool pad can be used with caution for difficult marks. After cleaning, wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Something Not Working?

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

IMPORTANT: If an engineer is called out for a fault listed below, or for a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.

If after all these checks, your hob still does not operate correctly, contact your local Service Force Centre.

Please note that proof of purchase will be necessary for any in-guarantee service calls.

In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made, as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Service and Spare Parts

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre by telephoning:

0870 5 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. The addresses are listed on the following pages.

Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under the heading "Something Not Working."

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the following details:

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 of the appliance (found on the rating plate)
5. The purchase date

Customer Care Department

For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux appliance or for further information on Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below.

Customer Care Department
ELECTROLUX
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel. 08705 950950 (*)

(*) calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

Guarantee Conditions

Electrolux Guarantee Conditions

We, Electrolux, undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of purchase, this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option, repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:

• The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the gas and electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
• 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, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us.
• All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by an Electrolux Service Centre.
• Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.
• This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours, in which case a premium will be charged.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

• Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
• Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliance outside the United Kingdom.
• Appliances found to be in use within a commercial or similar environment, plus those which are the subject to rental agreements.
• Products of Electrolux manufacture which are not marketed by Electrolux.

European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe, then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:

• The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
• The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exist in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.
• This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
• Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
• The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household.
• The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move, please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.

• France (Senlis): +33 (0) 3 44 62 20 13
• Germany (Nürnberg): +49 (0) 800 234 7378
• Italy (Pordenone): +39 (0) 800 117511
• Sweden (Stockholm): +46 (0) 20 78 77 50
• UK (Slough): +44 (0)1753 219898

Service Force Centres

To contact your local Service Force Centre, telephone: 08705 929 929

A comprehensive list of local Service Force Centres across various regions (Channel Islands, Scotland, Northern Ireland, North East, North West, Midlands, London & East Anglia, South East, South West) is provided in the original document. For immediate assistance or to locate your nearest centre, please call the main telephone number.

Instructions for the Installer

Engineers technical data

Overall dimensions

Width: 580 mm.
Depth: 500 mm.

Cut out dimensions

Width: 550 mm.
Depth: 470 mm.

Supply connections

Gas: RC 1/2 inch (1/2 inch male) Rear right hand corner

Electric: 230-240V 50Hz supply, 3 core flexible cable with non-rewireable plug fitted with a 3 amp cartridge fuse.

Ignition HT Spark

• Spark Generator: Ispra Control's BF 50066 - 230-240V
• Spark Gap: 0.6 YA T 120 Fixed

Burner Heat Input

• Rear Left Burner (semi-rapid): 2.0 kW (6824 BTU/HR)
• Front Left Burner (rapid): 3.0 kW (10236 BTU/HR) / 2.8 kW L.P.G. (9554 BTU/HR)
• Rear Right Burner (semi-rapid): 2.0 kW (6824 BTU/HR)
• Front Right Burner (auxiliary): 1.0 kW (3412 BTU/HR)

APPLIANCE CLASS: 3

APPLIANCE CATEGORY: II2H3+

APPLIANCE GAS SUPPLY: Natural gas G20 / 20mbar

Important safety requirements

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

The hob should not be installed in a bed sitting room with a volume of less than 20 m³. If it is installed in a room of volume less than 5 m³ an air vent of effective area of 110 cm² is required. If it is installed in a room of volume between 5 m³ and 10 m³ an air vent of effective area of 50 cm² is required, while if the volume exceeds 11 m³ no air vent is required. However, if the room has a door which opens directly to the outside no air vent is required even if the volume is between 5 m³ and 11 m³. If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room, B.S. 5440 Part 2 Current Edition, should be consulted to determine the requisite air vent requirements.

Location

The hob may be located in a kitchen, a kitchen/diner or bed sitting room, but not in a bathroom, shower room or garage.

Before making the cut out in the worktop ensure that the edges of the hob that are to be near either a side or rear wall have a minimum distance of 55 mm. between the edge of the hob and the wall.

The minimum distance combustible material can be fitted above the hob is 400 mm. If it is fitted below 400 mm. a space of 50 mm. must be allowed from the edges of the hob.

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

A minimum distance of 100 mm. must be left between the side edges of the hob and any adjacent cabinets or walls.

Diagram showing installation clearances for a gas hob without a cooker hood above: 700 mm vertical clearance, 400 mm horizontal clearance to rear wall, 55 mm side clearance to wall, 100 mm side clearance to cabinets.

Diagram showing installation clearances for a gas hob with a cooker hood above: 600 mm vertical clearance, 400 mm horizontal clearance to rear wall, 55 mm side clearance to wall, 100 mm side clearance to cabinets.

Installation

IMPORTANT

• This hob must be installed by qualified personnel to the relevant British Standards.
• Any gas installation must be carried out by a registered CORGI installer.

The manufacturer will not accept liability, should the above instructions or any of the other safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.

WHEN THE HOB IS FIRST INSTALLED

• Once the hob has been installed, it is important to remove any protective materials, which were put on in the factory.
• On the end of the shaft, which includes the GJ 1/2" threaded elbow, adjustment is fixed so that the washer is fitted between the components as shown in the diagram. Screw the parts together without using excessive force.

Gas Connection

Connection to the gas supply should be with either rigid or semi-rigid pipe, i.e. steel or copper. The connection should be suitable for connecting to RC 1/2 (1/2 BSP male thread).

When the final connection has been made, it is essential that a thorough leak test is carried out on the hob and installation. Ensure that the main connection pipe does not exert any strain on the hob.

⚠️ It is important to install the elbow correctly, with the shoulder on the end of the thread, fitted to the hob connecting pipe. Failure to ensure the correct assembly will cause leakage of gas.

Cut Out Size

The dimensions of the cut-out are given in the diagram.

Diagram showing rectangular cut-out size for hob: 550 mm width, 470 mm depth, with 55 mm minimum clearance to rear and 30 mm clearance to front.

Building In

Building over a cupboard or drawer

If the hob is to be installed above a cupboard or drawer, it will be necessary to fit a heat resistant board below the base of the hob on the underside of the work surface. It is also recommended to carry out the electrical connection to the hob as shown in diagrams 1 and 2.

Diagram 1 & 2 show electrical connection points and ON/OFF switch placement for building in.

Building over a kitchen unit with door

Proper arrangements must be taken in designing the furniture unit to avoid any contact with the bottom of the hob, which can be heated when it is operated. The recommended solution is shown in diagram 3. The panel fitted under the hob ("a") should be easily removable to allow easy access if technical assistance is needed. The space behind the kitchen unit ("b") can be used for connections.

Diagram 3 shows a kitchen unit with a removable panel ('a') and connection space ('b').

Fitting the Hob into the worktop

Carry out the building in of the hob as follows:

• Put the seals supplied with the hob on the edges of the cut out: place them exactly on the front and rear edge and at 50 mm. from the side edges, taking care that the seals meet without overlapping.
• Place the hob in the cut out, taking care that it is centred.
• Fix the hob with the relevant fixing clamps and screws, as shown in the diagram. When the screws have been tightened, the excess seal can be removed.

Diagram shows a sealing gasket ('a') being applied to the hob edge.

The edge of the hob forms a double seal which prevents the ingress of liquids.

Electrical connections

Any electrical work required to install this hob should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person, in accordance with the current regulations.

THIS HOB MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.

This hob is designed to be connected to a 230-240V 50Hz AC electrical supply. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the hob rating plate. The rating plate is located on the bottom of the hob. A copy is attached on the back cover of this book.

The hob is supplied with a 3 core flexible supply cord incorporating a 3amp plug fitted. In the event of having to change the fuse, a 3amp ASTA approved (BS 1362) fuse must be used.

Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason, the wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• Green and Yellow - Earth
• Blue - Neutral
• Brown - Live

Connection instructions:

• Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter 'E' ⚡ or the earth symbol ? or coloured green and yellow.
• Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter 'N' or coloured black.
• Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter 'L' or coloured red.

Upon completion, there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present, and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath.

⚠️ A cut-off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut-off plug is disposed of safely.

Permanent Connection

In the case of a permanent connection, it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the hob and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm. between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electric regulations. The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.

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

Supply cable replacement

The cable used to connect the hob to the electrical supply must comply with the specifications given below.

Diagram shows wiring for a 3-pin plug with Green & Yellow, Blue, and Brown wires, and a 3 AMP FUSE.

Wiring Diagram

A wiring diagram shows the connections for the ignitor switch (A) and ignitor unit (B) to the main power supply (L, N) and ignition terminals (0-6).

Fault Finding

Preliminary Electrical Systems Check

Follow this flowchart for preliminary electrical checks:

1. START: Isolate appliance and carry out: A: Earth Continuity check.
2. If NO to Earth Continuity: Carry out C: Polarity check.
3. If YES to Earth Continuity: Carry out D: Resistance to Earth check.
4. Check if the inlet fuse has blown.
5. If NO (fuse not blown): Inlet wiring faulty. Rectify any fault.
6. If YES (fuse blown): Isolate appliance and carry out: B: Insulation check. Rectify any fault including replacing fuses as necessary.
7. If all checks pass, the electricity supply should now be satisfactory.

A. EARTH CONTINUITY CHECK: Appliance must be electrically disconnected. Meter set on Ω (Ohms) x 1 scale and adjust zero if necessary. Test leads from any appliance earth point to earth pin on plug. Resistance should be less than 0.1 Ω (Ohm). Check all earth wires for continuity and all contacts are clean and tight.

B. INSULATION CHECK: Appliance electrically disconnected, all switches ON. Meter set on Ω (Ohms) x 1 scale. Test leads from L to N in appliance terminal block. If meter reads «0» then there is a short circuit. Meter set on Ω (Ohm) x 100 scale. Repeat test with leads from L to E. If meter reads less than ∞ (infinity) there is a fault.

NOTE: Should it be found that the fuse has failed but no fault is indicated, a detailed continuity check (i.e., by disconnecting and checking each component) is required to trace the faulty component. It is possible that a fault could occur as a result of local burning/arcing but no fault could be found under test. However, a detailed visual inspection should reveal evidence of burning around the fault.

Diagrams show plug and socket face views for electrical checks.

Ignition System / Gas Ignition

Flowchart for troubleshooting ignition issues:

• Ignitor does not spark:
• If NO: Check plug top fuse and replace if necessary. Check polarity and earth continuity of supply point. Check earth continuity of appliance. Check continuity from 'N' on the mains connector block and 'O' on the ignitor unit. Check continuity from 'L' on the mains connector block and the taps ignition switches. Check continuity from ignition switches connector to ignitor unit.
• If YES: Check gas supply at burner. Light burner manually. Check by-pass simmer adjusted. Check position of the electrode. Check continuity from the tip of each electrode to the terminals 1 to 4 on the ignitor unit. Check fitting of burners. Check for breaks in the insulation of the HT leads. Change the taps ignition switches. Change the ignitor unit.

Commissioning

When the hob has been fully installed, it will be necessary to check the minimum flame setting. To do this, follow the procedure below:

• Turn the gas tap to the MAX position and ignite.
• Set the gas tap to the MIN flame position then turn the control knob from MIN to MAX several times. If the flame is unstable or is extinguished, follow the procedure below.

Procedure:

Re-ignite the burner and set to MIN. Remove the control knob. To adjust, use a thin bladed screwdriver and turn the adjustment screw (see diagram) until the flame is steady and does not extinguish when the knob is turned from MIN to MAX. Repeat this procedure for all burners.

Diagram shows control knobs and a minimum adjustment screw.

Pressure Testing

• Remove left hand pan support and front left burner cap and crown.
• Fit manometer tube over the injector.
• Turn on the burner gas supply and ignite another burner.
• The pressure reading should be nominally 20mbar and must be between 17 mbar and 25mbar.
• Turn off the burner supplies.

Conversion from Natural Gas to LPG

It is important to note that this model is designed for use with natural gas but can be converted for use with butane or propane gas, providing the correct injectors are fitted. The gas rate is adjusted to suit.

Method

• Ensure that the gas taps are in the 'OFF' position.
• Isolate the hob from the electrical supply.
• Remove all pan supports, burner caps, rings, crowns and control knobs.
• With the aid of a 7mm box spanner, the burner injectors can then be unscrewed and replaced by the appropriate LPG injectors.

To adjust the gas rate

With the aid of a thin bladed screwdriver, completely tighten down the by-pass adjustment screw. Upon completion, affix the replacement rating plate on the underside of the hob.

IMPORTANT

The replacement/conversion of the gas hob should only be undertaken by a competent person.

Customer Care

Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire, SL1 1DZ
Tel: 08705-950950

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