Ariston FTGHL 641 D/IX/A/LPG Mode D'emploi page 11

Start-up and use
! The position of the corresponding gas burner 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 turn on one of the burners, place a lighted match or lighter near the burner,
press the knob all the way in and turn it anti-clockwise to the "High" setting.
The knob must be pressed in for about 2-3 seconds until the device that keeps
the flame lit warms up.
Some models are equipped with an ignition button incorporated into the control
knob. If this is the case, the ignitor is present. To light a burner, simply press the
corresponding knob all the way in and then turn it anti-clockwise to the "High"
setting, keeping it pressed in until the burner lights.
! If a flame is accidentally extinguished, turn off the control knob and wait for
at least 1 minute before trying to relight it.
To switch off the burner, turn the knob in a clockwise direction until it stops
)when reaches the "●" position(.
Practical advice on using the burners
To ensure the burners operate efficiently:
• Use appropriate cookware for each burner )see table( so that the flames
do not extend beyond the bottom of the cookware.
• Always use cookware with a flat base and a cover.
• When the contents of the pan reach boiling point, turn the knob to minimum.
Burner
Rapid (R)
Semi Rapid (S)
Auxiliary (A)
To identify the type of burner, refer to the designs in the section entitled, "Burner
and Nozzle Specifications".
Correct positioning of the FTGH burners
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
Ø Cookware Diameter (cm)
24 - 26
16 - 20
10 - 14
• For maximum stability, always make sure that the pan supports are
correctly fitted and that each pan is placed centrally over the burner.
• Pan handles should be positioned in line with one of the support bars on
the pan support grid.
• Pan handle should be positioned so not to protrude beyond the front edge
of the hob.
The more variable aspect in terms of pan
stability can often be the pan itself, (or the
positioning of that pan during use). Well
balanced pans, with flat bases that are
placed centrally over the burner, with the
pan handles aligned with one
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. When installing the hob, follow the instructions provided
in the paragraph on "Positioning" the appliance.
• These instructions are only valid for the countries whose symbols
appear in the manual and on the serial number plate.
• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is
not intended for commercial or industrial use.
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas. It is
extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and storms.
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or damp hands and
feet.
• The appliance must be used by adults only for the preparation of
food, in accordance with the instructions outlined in this booklet.
Any other use of the appliance (e.g. for heating the room) constitutes
improper use and is dangerous. The manufacturer may not be
held liable for any damage resulting from improper, incorrect and
unreasonable use of the appliance.
• Ensure that the power supply cables of other electrical appliances do not
come into contact with the hot parts of the oven.
• The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of heat must never be
covered.
• Always make sure the knobs are in the "●"/"○" position when the appliance
is not in use.
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket,
do not pull on the cable.
• Never carry out any cleaning or maintenance work without having detached
the plug from the mains.
• In case of malfunction, under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons
may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance. Contact a
Service Centre (see Assistance).
• Always make sure that pan handles are turned towards the centre of the
hob in order to avoid accidental burns.
• Do not use unstable or deformed pans.
• The appliance should not be operated by people (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, by inexperienced
individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These
individuals should, at the very least, be supervised by someone who
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