Smeg PDXF116RS [6/18] Using the hob

Instructions for the User

6. USING THE HOB

6.1 Gas hob

Before lighting the hob burners check that the flame diffuser rings are

correctly in place with their respective burner caps, making sure that the

holes A in the flame diffusers are aligned with the plugs and

thermocouples.

The optional grid B is for use with woks. To prevent damage to the hob,

the appliance comes complete with a raised grid C. This grid is intended

for use underneath pans which exceed the diameter stated in the table in

point "6.3 Pan diameters". All pans more than 30 cm in diameter must

only be used on the central burner.

The burner it controls is shown next to each knob.

The appliance is equipped with an electronic ignition

device. Simply press the knob and turn it anti-

clockwise to the maximum flame symbol, until the

burner lights. If it does not light within the first 15

seconds, turn the knob to 0 and wait at least 60

seconds before trying to light the burner again.

On models equipped with valves, once the burner has ignited, keep the

knob pressed down for a few seconds to allow the thermocouple to heat

up. The burner may go out when the knob is released: in this case, the

thermocouple has not heated up sufficiently. Wait a few moments and

repeat the operation, keeping the knob pressed down for longer. This is

not necessary on burners not equipped with thermocouple. Once the

burner has been ignited, the flame can be regulated as required. After

each use of the hob, always check that the control knobs are turned to

(off).

If the burners should go out accidentally a safety device will be tripped

about 20 seconds later, cutting off the gas supply even if the gas tap is

open. In this case, turn the knob back to the off position and wait at least

60 seconds before trying to relight the burner.