Installing the hob

Important:

Be sure the new appliance is installed and grounded only by qualified personnel. Please observe this instruction. The warranty will not cover any damage that may occur as a result of improper installation.

Technical data is provided at the end of this manual.

Regulations and compliance

This appliance meets the following standards:

•EN 60335 - 1 and EN 60335 - 2 - 6, relating to the safety of electrical appliances for household use and similar purposes;

•EN 60350, or DIN 44546 / 44547 / 44548, relating to the operating features of electric cookers, hobs, ovens, and grills for household use;

•EN 55014-1

•EN 55014-2

•EN 61000 - 3 - 2; and

•EN 61000 - 3 - 3, relating to basic requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

This appliance complies with the following EU Directives:

• 2006/95/EC, Low Voltage Directive

• 2004/108/EEC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

Safety instructions for the installer

•A device must be provided in the electrical installation that allows the appliance to be disconnected from the mains at all poles with a contact opening width of at least 3 mm. Suitable isolation devices include line protecting cut - outs, fuses (screw type fuses are to be removed from the holder), earth leakage trips and contactors.

•With respect to fire protection, this appliance corresponds to EN 60335 - 2 - 6. This type of appliance may be installed with a high cupboard or wall on one side.

•Drawers may not be fitted underneath the hob.

•The installation must guarantee shock protection.

•The kitchen unit in which the appliance is fitted must satisfy the stability requirements of DIN 68930.

•For protection against moisture, all cut surfaces are to be sealed with a suitable sealant.

•On tiled work surfaces, the joints in the area where the hob sits must be completely filled with grout.

•On natural, artificial stone, or ceramic tops, the snap action springs must be bonded in place with a suitable artificial resin or mixed adhesive.

•Ensure that the seal is correctly seated against the work surface without any gaps. Additional silicon sealant must not be applied; this would make removal more difficult when servicing.

•The hob must be pressed out from below when removed.

•A board is to be installed underneath the hob.

•The ventilation gap between the worktop and front of the unit underneath it must not be covered.

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