Hotpoint Cooktop GE640TX User Manual

Operating Instructions  
HOB  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 2-5  
Positioning  
GB  
Gas connection  
English,1  
Burner and nozzle specifications  
Data plate  
Electrical connection, 6  
Description of the appliance, 7  
Overall view  
Start-up and use, 8  
Practical advice on using the burners  
Precautions and tips, 9  
General safety  
Disposal  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
GE640X  
GE640TX  
GE641TX  
Maintenance and care, 10  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Gas tap maintenance  
Troubleshooting, 11  
After Sales Service, 12  
Guarantee, 13  
 
Hook fastening diagram  
! Check that the pressure of the gas supply is consistent  
with the values indicated in Table 1 (“Burner and nozzle  
specifications”). This will ensure the safe operation and  
longevity of your appliance while maintaining efficient  
energy consumption.  
GB  
Connection with a rigid pipe (copper or steel)  
! Connection to the gas system must be carried out in such  
a way as not to place any strain of any kind on the  
appliance.  
Hooking position  
for top H=20 mm  
Hooking position  
for top H=30 mm  
There is an adjustable L-shaped pipe fitting on the  
appliance supply ramp and this is fitted with a seal in order  
to prevent leaks. The seal must always be replaced after  
rotating the pipe fitting (seal provided with appliance). The  
gas supply pipe fitting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical male  
attachment.  
Front  
Connecting a flexible jointless stainless steel pipe to a  
threaded attachment  
The gas supply pipe fitting is a threaded 1/2 gas cylindrical  
male attachment.  
These pipes must be installed so that they are never longer  
than 2000 mm when fully extended. Once connection has  
been carried out, make sure that the flexible metal pipe  
does not touch any moving parts and is not compressed.  
Hooking position  
for top H=40 mm  
Back  
! Use the hooks contained in the “accessory pack”  
• Where the hob is not installed over a built-in oven, a  
wooden panel must be installed as insulation. This must  
be placed at a minimum distance of 20 mm from the  
lower part of the hob.  
! Only use pipes and seals that comply with current national  
regulations.  
Ventilation  
Checking the tightness of the connection  
To ensure adequate ventilation, the back panel of the  
cabinet must be removed. It is advisable to install the oven  
so that it rests on two strips of wood, or on a completely flat  
surface with an opening of at least 45 x 560 mm (see  
diagrams).  
! When the installation process is complete, check the pipe  
fittings for leaks using a soapy solution. Never use a flame.  
Adapting to different types of gas  
To adapt the hob to a different type of gas other than default  
type (indicated on the rating plate at the base of the hob or  
on the packaging), the burner nozzles should be replaced  
as follows:  
560 mm.  
1. Remove the hob grids and slide the burners off their  
seats.  
2. Unscrew the nozzles using a 7 mm socket spanner, and  
replace them with nozzles for the new type of gas (see  
table 1 “Burner and nozzle characteristics”).  
3. Reassemble the parts following the above procedure in  
the reverse order.  
! The hob can only be installed above built-in ovens with a  
cooling ventilation system.  
4. Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating  
sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used.  
Sticker are available from any of our Service Centres.  
Gas connection  
The appliance should be connected to the main gas supply  
or to a gas cylinder in compliance with current national  
regulations. Before carrying out the connection, make sure  
the cooker is compatible with the gas supply you wish to  
use. If this is not the case, follow the instructions indicated in  
the paragraph “Adapting to different types of gas.”  
• Adjusting the burners’ primary air :  
Does not require adjusting.  
When using liquid gas from a cylinder, install a pressure  
regulator which complies with current national regulations.  
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• Setting the burners to minimum:  
5. Once the adjustment has been made, replace the seals  
on the by-passes using sealing wax or a similar  
substance.  
GB  
1. Turn the tap to the low flame position.  
2. Remove the knob and adjust  
! If the appliance is connected to liquid gas, the regulation  
screw must be fastened as tightly as possible.  
the adjustment screw, which is  
positioned in or next to the tap pin,  
until the flame is small but steady.  
! Once this procedure is finished, replace the old rating  
sticker with one indicating the new type of gas used.  
Stickers are available from any of our Service Centres.  
! Should the gas pressure used be different (or vary slightly)  
from the recommended pressure, a suitable pressure  
regulator must be fitted to the inlet pipe (in order to comply  
with current national regulations).  
3. Having adjusted the flame to the required low setting,  
while the burner is alight, quickly change the position of  
the knob from minimum to maximum and vice versa  
several times, checking that the flame does not go out.  
4. Some appliances have a safety device (thermocouple)  
fitted. If the device fails to work when the burners are set  
to the low flame setting, increase this low flame setting  
using the adjusting screw.  
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Burner and nozzle specifications  
Table 1  
GB  
Liquid Gas  
Natural Gas  
Burner  
Diameter Thermal Thermal By-pass  
Nozzle  
1/100  
Flow*  
g/h  
Thermal Nozzle Flow*  
(mm)  
Power  
kW  
Power  
kW  
1/100  
(mm)  
Power  
kW  
1/100  
g/h  
(p.c.s.*) (p.c.s.*)  
(p.c.s.*)  
Red.  
Nom.  
(mm)  
41  
(mm)  
86  
***  
**  
Nom.  
(mm)  
116  
Fast  
(Large) (R)  
100  
100  
75  
0,70  
3,00  
218  
214  
3,00  
286  
248  
157  
95  
Reduced Fast  
(RR)  
0,70  
0,40  
0,40  
1,30  
2,60  
1,65  
1,00  
3,30  
41  
30  
30  
57  
80  
64  
50  
87  
189  
120  
73  
186  
118  
71  
2,60  
1,65  
1,00  
3,60  
110 (Y)  
96  
Semi Fast  
(Medium) (S)  
Auxiliary  
(Small) (A)  
55  
79  
Triple Crown  
(TC)  
130  
240  
236  
131  
343  
Nominal (mbar)  
Minimum (mbar)  
Maximum (mbar)  
28-30  
20  
35  
37  
25  
45  
20  
17  
25  
Supply  
pressures  
*
At 15°C and 1013 mbar-dry gas  
**  
***  
Propane  
Butane  
Natural  
P.C.S. = 50.37 MJ/kg.  
P.C.S. = 49.47 MJ/kg.  
P.C.S. = 37.78 MJ/m3  
A
A
RR  
R
S
TC  
S
S
GE 640  
GE 641 T  
GE 640 TX  
DATA PLATE  
Electrical  
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz  
connections  
This appliance conforms to the  
following European Economic  
Community directives:  
-73/23/EEC dated 19/02/73 (Low  
Voltage) and subsequent  
amendments  
- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89  
(Electromagnetic Compatibility)  
and subsequent amendments  
- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and  
subsequent amendments.  
- 90/336/EEC dated 29/06/90  
(Gas) and subsequent  
amendments.  
- 2002/96/EC  
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Electrical Connection  
Power supply voltage and frequency: 220-240V a.c.  
50/60Hz.  
Disposing of the plug  
GB  
Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you  
make the pins unusable so that it cannot be  
accidentally inserted into a socket. Instructions for  
connecting cable to an alternative plug:  
! The supply cable must be positioned so that it never  
reaches at any point a temperature 50°C higher than  
the room temperature. The cable must be routed away  
from the rear vents. Should you require it, you may use  
a longer cable, however, you must ensure that the  
cable supplied with the appliance is replaced by one  
of the same specifications in accordance with current  
standards and legislation.  
! The wires in the mains lead are coloured in  
accordance with the following code:  
Green & Yellow  
Blue  
Brown  
- Earth  
- Neutral  
- Live  
If the colours of the wires in the mains lead do not  
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
Your appliance is supplied with a 13 amp fused plug  
that can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for  
immediate use. Before using the appliance please  
read the instructions below.  
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked “E”  
or  
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked “L” or  
coloured Red.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked “N” or coloured  
Black.  
! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE  
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted  
with a 13 amp fuse. A 15 amp plug must be protected  
by a 15 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at  
the distribution board. If you are in any doubt about  
the electrical supply to your machine, consult a  
qualified electrician before use.  
Replacing the fuse  
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA  
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used,  
and the fuse cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost,  
the plug must not be used until a replacement is  
obtained.  
How to connect an alternative plug  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in  
accordance with the following code:  
Replacement fuse covers  
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the  
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or  
the colour that is embossed in words on the base of  
the plug. Replacements can be obtained directly from  
your nearest Service Depot.  
BLUE  
NEUTRAL” (“N”)  
LIVE” (“L”)  
BROWN  
GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH” (“E”)  
GREEN &  
YELLOW  
Removing the plug  
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug  
and you should wish to remove it to add a cable  
extension or to re-route the mains cable through  
partitions, units etc., please ensure that either:  
• the plug is replaced by a fused 13 amp re-wireable  
plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.  
or:  
13 amp fuse  
BROWN  
CROSS-BAR  
CORD GRIP  
BLUE  
• the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp  
cable outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance  
with BS 5733) which is accessible without moving  
the appliance.  
Disposing of the appliance  
When disposing of the appliance please remove the  
plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible  
to the plug body and dispose of it as described  
above.  
Please note: for appliances with a rating greater than  
13 amp (eg: electric hob, double ovens and  
freestanding electric cookers etc.) the mains cable  
must be wired into a cooker output point with a rating  
of 45 amp. In this case the cable is not supplied.  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Overall view  
GB  
GAS BURNERS  
Support Grid for  
COOKWARE  
Control Knobs for  
GAS BURNERS  
SAFETY  
DEVICES*  
Ignition for  
GAS BURNERS*  
GAS BURNER ignition* enables a specific burner  
GAS BURNERS differ in size and power. Use the  
diameter of the cookware to choose the most  
appropriate burner to cook with.  
to be lit automatically.  
SAFETY DEVICE* stops the gas flow if the flame is  
accidentally extinguished.  
• Control Knobs for GAS BURNERS adjust the  
power or the size of the flame.  
Only available on certain models.  
*
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Start-up and use  
! The position of the corresponding gas burner is  
shown on every knob.  
Practical advice on using the burners  
GB  
To ensure the burners operate efficiently:  
Gas burners  
Each burner can be adjusted to one of the following  
settings using the corresponding control knob:  
• Use appropriate cookware for each burner (see  
table) so that the flames do not extend beyond the  
bottom of the cookware.  
Off  
• Always use cookware with a flat base and a cover.  
Maximum  
Minimum  
• When the contents of the pan reach boiling point,  
turn the knob to minimum.  
To light one of the burners, hold a lit match or lighter  
near the burner and, at the same time, press down  
and turn the corresponding knob anti-clockwise to the  
maximum setting.  
Since the burner is fitted with a safety device, the  
knob should be pressed for approximately 2-3  
seconds to allow the automatic device keeping the  
flame alight to heat up.  
To light a burner, simply press the corresponding  
knob all the way in and then turn it in the counter-  
clockwise direction to the "High" setting, keeping it  
pressed in until the burner lights.  
Burner  
ø Cookware Diameter (cm)  
Fast (R)  
24 – 26  
22 – 24  
16 – 20  
10 – 14  
24 – 26  
Reduced Fast (RR)  
Semi Fast (S)  
Auxiliary (A)  
Triple Crown (TC)  
To identify the type of burner, refer to the designs in  
the section entitled, "Burner and Nozzle  
Specifications".  
! 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).  
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Precautions and tips  
! This appliance has been designed and  
• Always make sure that pan handles are turned  
towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid  
accidental burns.  
GB  
manufactured in compliance with international safety  
standards. The following warnings are provided for  
safety reasons and must be read carefully.  
• Do not use unstable or deformed pans.  
General safety  
Disposal  
This is a class 3 built-in appliance.  
• When disposing of packaging material: observe  
local legislation so that the packaging may be  
reused.  
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.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE),  
requires that old household electrical appliances  
must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted  
municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be  
collected separately in order to optimise the  
recovery and recycling of the materials they contain  
and reduce the impact on human health and the  
environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin”  
symbol on the product reminds you of your  
obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance  
it must be separately collected.  
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.  
Consumers may take their old appliance to public  
waste collection areas, other communal collection  
areas, or if national legislation allows return it to a  
retailer when purchasing a similar new product.  
All major household appliance manufacturers are  
active in the creation of systems to manage the  
collection and disposal of old appliances.  
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with  
wet or damp hands and feet.  
• The appliance must be used by adults only, to cook  
food according to the instructions in this manual.  
• Ensure that the power supply cables of other  
electrical appliances do not come into contact with  
the hot parts of the oven.  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping  
the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use  
quality recycled components to keep down customer  
costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances  
carefully.  
• The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of  
heat must never be covered.  
• Always make sure the knobs are in the “l”/“¡”  
position when the appliance is not in use.  
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door,  
plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance.  
Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the  
appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains  
socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
• 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).  
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Maintenance and care  
Gas tap maintenance  
Switching the appliance off  
GB  
Over time, the taps may become jammed or difficult to  
turn. If this happens, the tap must be replaced.  
Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply  
before carrying out any work on it.  
! This procedure must be performed by a qualified  
technician authorised by the manufacturer.  
Cleaning the appliance  
! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as  
stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents  
or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch  
the surface beyond repair.  
! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on  
the appliance.  
• It is usually enough to wash the hob with a damp  
sponge and dry it with absorbent kitchen roll.  
• The removable parts of the burners should be  
washed frequently with warm water and soap and  
any burnt-on substances removed.  
• For hobs which ligth automatically, the terminal part  
of the electronic instant lighting devices should be  
cleaned frequently and the gas outlet holes should  
be checked for blockages.  
• Stainless steel can be marked by hard water that  
has been left on the surface for a long time, or by  
aggressive detergents containing phosphorus.  
After cleaning, rinse and dry any remaining drops  
of water.  
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Troubleshooting  
It may happen that the appliance does not function properly or at all. Before calling the service centre for  
assistance, check if anything can be done. First, check to see that there are no interruptions in the gas and  
electrical supplies, and, in particular, that the gas valves for the mains are open.  
GB  
Problem  
Possible causes/Solution  
The burner does not light or the flame is not  
even around the burner.  
• The gas holes on the burner are clogged.  
• All the movable parts that make up the burner are  
mounted correctly.  
• There are draughts near the appliance.  
The flame dies in models with a safety device.  
• You pressed the knob all the way in.  
• You keep the knob pressed in long enough to activate the  
safety device.  
• The gas holes are not blocked in the area corresponding  
to the safety device.  
The burner does not remain lit when set to  
minimum.  
• The gas holes are not blocked.  
• There are no draughts near the appliance.  
• The minimum setting has been adjusted properly.  
The cookware is unstable.  
• The bottom of the cookware is perfectly flat.  
• The cookware is positioned correctly at the centre of the  
burner.  
• The pan support grids have been positioned correctly.  
If, despite all these checks, the hob does not function properly and the problem persists, call the nearest Customer  
Service Centre. Please have the following information handy:  
• The appliance model (Mod.).  
• The serial number (S/N).  
This information can be found on the data plate located on the appliance and/or on the packaging.  
! Never use unauthorised technicians and never accept replacement parts which are not original.  
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After Sales Service  
GB  
No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than  
us - the manufacturer.  
Essential Contact Information  
Hotpoint Service  
We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and  
1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Parts and Accessories  
We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and  
hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Appliance Registration  
We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts  
guarantee you must register your appliance with us.  
UK: 0870 6092094  
Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB  
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate,Dublin 17  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use  
quality, recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully. To minimise the risk of injury to children,  
remove the door, plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts  
separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket, and the door  
cannot be locked shut.  
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Guarantee  
GB  
12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee  
Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown  
repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase.  
This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective  
because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the  
appliance at no cost to you.  
This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:  
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The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our  
operating and maintenance instructions.  
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-
-
The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate.  
The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.  
The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise  
interfered with by any person not authorised by us.  
-
-
-
Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.  
Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.  
The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.  
The guarantee does not cover:  
Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result  
of improper installation.  
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-
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Replacement of any consumable item or accessory . These include but are not limited to: plugs,  
cables, batteries, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.  
Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.  
THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL  
OR NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES.  
5 Year Parts Guarantee  
Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you  
registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers.  
There will be a charge for our engineer's time. To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance,  
simply call our registration line on 0870 6092094 (ROI 01 230 0800).  
Extended Guarantees  
We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the  
expense of repair bills for the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice  
line on 08709 088 088 (ROI 01 230 0233).  
Free Helpdesk Service  
We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you  
experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Hotpoint  
Service Hotline on 08709 066 066 (ROI 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary,  
to arrange for an engineer to call. If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your  
machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.  
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Notes  
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Notes  
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Notes  
09/2005 - 195053075.01  
XEROX BUSINESS SERVICES  
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