Hotpoint Cooktop CRA User Manual

Operating Instructions  
HOB  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 2-4  
Positioning  
Electrical connection  
GB  
Description of the appliance, 5-6  
Control panel  
Extendable cooking zones  
English,1  
Start-up and use, 7-9  
Switching on the hob  
Switching on the cooking zones  
Switching off the cooking zones  
Power function  
Heating elements  
Control panel lock  
Switching off the hob  
Practical advice on using the appliance  
Safety devices  
Practical cooking advice  
CRA 641 D C  
KSC 640 X  
Precautions and tips, 10  
General safety  
Disposal  
Care and maintenance, 11  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Disassembling the hob  
Technical description of the models, 12  
After Sales Service, 14  
Guarantee, 15  
Key Contacts, 16  
 
Fixing  
Single-phase connection  
GB  
The appliance must be installed on a perfectly level  
supporting surface.  
Any deformities caused by improper fixing could  
affect the features and operation of the hob.  
The hob is equipped with a pre-connected electricity  
supply cable, which is designed for single-phase  
connection. Connect the wires in accordance with  
the instructions given in the following table and  
diagrams:  
The thickness of the supporting surface should be  
taken into account when choosing the length of the  
screws for the fixing hooks:  
Voltage and  
mains frequency  
Electrical cable  
Wire connection  
• 30 mm thick: 17.5 mm screws  
• 40 mm thick: 7.5 mm screws  
: yellow/green  
230-240V 1+N ~  
220-240V 1+N ~  
50/60 Hz  
N: the two blue wires together  
L: brown and black together  
Fix the hob as follows:  
1. Use short flat-bottomed screws to fix the 4  
alignment springs in the holes provided at the  
central point of each side of the hob.  
Other types of connection  
2. Place the hob in the cavity, make sure it is in a  
central position and push down on the whole  
perimeter until the hob is stuck to the supporting  
surface.  
If the mains supply corresponds with one of the  
following:  
Voltage and mains frequency  
• 400V - 2+N ~ 50/60 Hz  
3. For hobs with raised sides: After inserting the hob  
into its cavity, insert the 4 fixing hooks (each has its  
own pin) into the lower edges of the hob, using the  
long pointed screws to fix them in place, until the  
glass is stuck to the supporting surface.  
• 220-240V 3 ~ 50/60 Hz  
• 230-240V 3 ~ 50/60 Hz  
• 400V - 2+2N ~ 50/60 Hz  
Separate the wires and connect them in accordance  
with the instructions given in the following table and  
diagrams:  
! The screws for the alignment springs must remain  
accessible.  
Voltage and  
mains frequency  
Electrical cable  
Wire connection  
! In order to adhere to safety standards, the  
appliance must not come into contact with electrical  
parts once it has been installed.  
: yellow/green;  
400V - 2+N ~  
50/60 Hz  
N: the two blue wires  
together  
L1: black  
230-240V 3 ~  
220-240V 3 ~  
50/60 Hz  
! All parts which ensure the safe operation of the  
appliance must not be removable without the aid of  
a tool.  
L2: brown  
: yellow/green;  
N1: blue  
N2: blue  
L1: black  
L2: brown  
400V - 2+2N ~  
50/60 Hz  
Electrical connection  
! The electrical connection for the hob and for any  
built-in oven must be carried out separately, both for  
safety purposes and to make extracting the oven  
easier.  
If the mains supply corresponds with one of the  
following:  
Voltage and mains frequency  
• 400V 3 - N ~ 50/60 Hz  
proceed as follows:  
Terminal board  
On the lower part of the  
appliance there is a  
connection box for the  
! The cable provided is not suitable for the following  
types of installation.  
UNDERSIDE OF HOB  
different types of electricity  
supply (the picture is only an  
indication and is not an exact  
representation of the  
1. Use a suitable supply cable, H05RR-F or higher,  
with the right dimensions (cable cross section: 25  
mm).  
2. To open the terminal board, use a screwdriver as  
a lever under the side tabs of the cover (see  
Terminal board picture).  
purchased model).  
3. Loosen the cable clamp screw and the terminal  
board screws in accordance with the type of  
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connection required and position the connection  
supports as shown in the following table and  
diagrams.  
4. Position the wires in accordance with the  
information given in the following table and diagrams  
and connect the appliance by tightening all the  
screws for the springs as much as possible.  
Connecting the electricity supply cable to the  
mains  
GB  
If the appliance is being connected directly to the  
electricity mains an omnipolar switch must be  
installed with a minimum opening of 3 mm between  
contacts.  
Voltage and  
Electrical connections  
Terminal board  
! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical  
connection has been made and that it is fully  
compliant with safety regulations.  
mains frequency  
400V 3-N ~  
50/60 Hz  
Three-phase 400  
5. Secure the power supply cable by fastening the  
cable clamp screw, then put the cover back on.  
Before connecting the appliance to the power  
supply, make sure that:  
• The appliance is earthed and the plug is  
compliant with the law.  
Phase  
Phase  
Phase  
• The socket can withstand the maximum power of  
the appliance, which is indicated on the data  
plate located on the appliance itself.  
Three-phase 400  
• The voltage falls within the range of values  
indicated on the data plate.  
• The socket is compatible with the plug of the  
appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the  
plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it.  
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.  
Neutral  
U-bolt  
connection support  
Earth  
! Once the appliance has been installed, the power  
supply cable and the electrical socket must be  
easily accessible.  
! The cable must not be bent or compressed.  
! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced  
by authorised technicians only.  
! The manufacturer declines any liability should  
these safety measures not be observed.  
! Do not remove or replace the power supply cable  
for any reason. Its removal or replacement will void  
the warranty and the CE marking. INDESIT does not  
assume liability for accidents or damage arising  
from replacement/removal of the original power  
supply cable. Replacement can only be accepted  
when carried out by personnel authorised by  
INDESIT and using an original spare part.  
4
 
Description of the  
appliance  
Control panel  
GB  
The control panel described in this manual is only a representative example: it may not exactly match the panel  
on your appliance.  
INCREASE  
POWER button  
POWER and  
RESIDUAL HEAT  
indicators  
COOKING ZONE  
SELECTED indicator light  
ON/OFF  
button  
ON/OFF  
indicator light  
CONTROLS LOCKED  
indicator light  
CONTROL PANEL  
LOCK button  
COOKING ZONE  
SELECTOR buttons  
REDUCE POWER  
button  
INCREASE POWER button switches on the  
hotplate and controls the power (see Start-up and  
use).  
POWER indicator provides a visual display for the  
current heat level.  
ON/OFF button switches the appliance on and off.  
REDUCE POWER button controls the power and  
switches off the hotplate (see Start-up and use).  
ON/OFF indicator light shows whether the  
appliance is on or off.  
COOKING ZONE SELECTOR button shows a  
particular cooking zone has been selected and  
therefore various adjustments are possible.  
CONTROL PANEL LOCK button prevents  
accidental changes to the hob settings (see Start-  
up and use).  
COOKING ZONE SELECTOR button is used to  
select the desired cooking zone.  
CONTROL PANEL LOCK indicator light shows  
the control panel has been locked (see Start-up  
and use).  
! This product complies with the requirements of the  
latest European Directive on the limitation of power  
consumption of the standby mode.  
If no operations are carried out for a period of 2  
minutes, after the residual heat indicator lights turn  
off and the fan stops (if present), the appliance  
automatically switches to the “off mode”.  
The appliance resumes the operating mode once the  
ON/OFF button is pressed.  
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Extendable cooking zones  
GB  
Certain models are fitted with extendable cooking zones. These may be circular or oval and may vary in their  
extensibility (they may be double or triple hotplates). A list of controls is given below (these controls are only  
present in models with the extendable cooking zone option).  
Circular extendable hotplate  
DOUBLE  
HOTPLATE ON  
indicator light  
DOUBLE  
HOTPLATE ON  
button  
DOUBLE HOTPLATE ON button switches on the  
double hotplate (see Start-up and use).  
DOUBLE HOTPLATE ON indicator light shows  
the double hotplate has been switched on.  
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Start-up and use  
! The glue applied on the gaskets leaves traces of  
grease on the glass. Before using the appliance, we  
recommend you remove these with a special non-  
abrasive cleaning product. During the first few hours  
of use there may be a smell of rubber which will  
disappear very quickly.  
Switching off the cooking zones  
GB  
To switch off a cooking zone, select it using the  
corresponding selector button  
and:  
• Press the button: the power of the cooking zone  
-
will progressively decrease until it is switched off.  
! A few seconds after the hob is connected to the  
electricity supply, a buzzer will sound. The hob may  
now be switched on.  
Heating elements  
Two types of heating element may be installed,  
depending on the appliance model: halogen and  
radiant elements.  
Halogen elements emit heat via radiation from the  
halogen lamps they contain.  
! If the  
-
or  
+
button is pressed for an extended  
period of time, the display scrolls quickly though the  
power levels and timer minutes.  
They have similar properties to gas burners: they are  
easy to control and reach set temperatures quickly,  
allowing you to see the power level instantly.  
Radiant elements consist of a series of coils which  
allow heat to be distributed evenly at the base of the  
cookware, so that all slow-flame cooking may be  
performed successfully, for example stews, sauces  
or reheated dishes.  
Switching on the hob  
To switch the hob on, press and hold the  
for approximately one second.  
button  
Switching on the cooking zones  
Each cooking zone is controlled using a selector  
button and a power adjustment device  
Control panel lock  
When the hob is switched on, it is possible to lock  
the oven controls in order to avoid accidental  
changes being made to the settings (by children,  
consisting of a double  
-
and  
+
button.  
• To begin operating a cooking zone, press the  
corresponding control button and set the desired  
power level (between 0 and 9) using the buttons  
during cleaning, etc.). Press the  
button to lock  
the control panel: the indicator light above the button  
will switch on.  
To use any of the controls (e.g. to stop cooking),  
-
and  
+
.
Power function  
you must switch off this function. Press the  
button for a few moments, the indicator light will  
switch off and the lock function will be removed.  
The power function for the cooking zones may be  
used to shorten heating-up times. Activate and set  
the power level for the desired cooking zone  
as  
Switching off the hob  
described in the previous paragraph. Press and hold  
the selector button corresponding to the desired  
Press the  
button to switch the appliance off.  
cooking zone  
for at least 2 seconds. The  
If the control panel lock has been activated, the  
controls will continue to be locked even after the hob  
is switched on again. In order to switch the hob on  
again, you must first remove the lock function.  
display, the power level indicator, will alternately  
show the letter “P” and the power level set  
previously until the desired power level has been  
reached. Once this level has been reached, the  
display will revert to showing the set power level. To  
deactivate this function, press and hold – for at least  
2 seconds - the selector button corresponding to the  
cooking zone on which the  
activated; alternatively, select a different power level  
using the buttons and  
function has been  
-
+
.
7
 
Safety switch  
Practical advice on using the appliance  
GB  
The appliance has a safety switch which  
To obtain the best results from your hob:  
• Use pans with a thick, flat base in order to fully  
utilise the cooking zone.  
automatically switches the cooking zones off after  
they have been in operation for a certain amount of  
time at a particular power level. When the safety  
switch has been triggered, the display shows “0”.  
For example: the right rear hotplate is set to 5 and  
will switch off after 5 hours of continuous operation,  
while the front left hotplate is set to 2 and will switch  
off after 8 hours.  
• Always use pans with a diameter which is large  
enough to cover the hotplate fully, in order to use all  
the available heat.  
Power level  
Maximum operating time in hours  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
• Make sure that the base of the cookware is  
always clean and dry, in order to fully utilise and  
extend the life of both the cooking zones and the  
cookware.  
• Avoid using the same cookware which has been  
used on gas burners: the heat concentration on  
gas burners may distort the base of the pan,  
causing it not to adhere correctly.  
Safety devices  
Buzzer  
Overheating protection  
This can also indicate several irregularities:  
• An object (a pan, cutlery, etc.) has been placed  
on the control panel for more than 10 seconds.  
• Something has been spilt on the control panel.  
• A button has been pressed for too long. All of the  
above situations may cause the buzzer to sound.  
Remove the cause of the malfunction to stop the  
buzzer. If the cause of the problem is not  
removed, the buzzer will keep sounding and the  
hob will switch off.  
If the electronic elements overheat, the hob switches  
off automatically and  
F
appears on the display,  
followed by a flashing number. When the  
temperature has reached a suitable level, this  
message disappears and the hob may be used  
again.  
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Practical cooking advice  
GB  
ª
Pressure cooking  
Pressure cooker  
Frying  
Grilling  
Boiling  
Crêpes  
Cooking on a high flame and browning  
(roasts, steaks, escalopes, fish fillets,  
fried eggs)  
§
Fast thickening (liquid juices)  
Boiling water (pasta, rice, vegetables)  
Milk  
§
S
Slow thickening (dense juices)  
S
¢
Bain-marie cooking  
Pressure cooking after whistle  
¢
£
Low-flame cooking (stews)  
Reheating dishes  
¡
Chocolate sauce  
Keeping food hot  
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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.  
• Keep any object which could melt away from the  
GB  
hob, for example plastic and aluminium objects, or  
products with a high sugar content. Be especially  
careful when using plastic film and aluminium foil or  
packaging: if placed on surfaces which are still hot,  
they may cause serious damage to the hob.  
• Always make sure that pan handles are turned  
towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid  
accidental burns.  
• When unplugging the appliance, always pull the plug  
from the mains socket; do not pull on the cable.  
• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work  
without having disconnected the appliance from the  
electricity mains.  
This appliance conforms to the following  
European Economic Community directives:  
- 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and  
subsequent amendments;  
- 2004/108/EEC dated 15/12/04 (Electromagnetic  
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;  
- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent  
amendments.  
- 1275/2008 stand-by/off mode.  
• 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 assumes responsibility  
for their safety or receive preliminary instructions  
relating to the operation of the appliance.  
General safety  
! Make sure that the air inlet behind the fan grille is  
never obstructed. The built-in hob should, in fact, be  
provided with suitable ventilation for the cooling of the  
electronic components used in the appliance.  
• 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 when barefoot or with  
wet or damp hands and feet.  
• Do not look at the halogen lamps in the cooking  
zones for long if they are present.  
• Do not let children play with the appliance.  
• Do not place metal objects (knives, spoons, pan  
lids, etc.) on the hob as they may become hot.  
The appliance is not intended to be operated by  
means of an external timer or separate remote-  
control system.  
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.  
• The glass ceramic hob is resistant to mechanical  
shocks, but it may crack (or even break) if hit with a  
sharp object such as a tool. If this happens,  
disconnect the appliance from the electricity mains  
immediately and contact a Service Centre.  
• Ensure that power supply cables of other electrical  
appliances do not come into contact with the hot  
parts of the hob.  
Disposal  
• When disposing of packaging material: observe  
local legislation so that the packaging may be  
reused.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states  
that household appliances should not be disposed of  
using the normal solid urban waste cycle. Exhausted  
appliances should be collected separately in order to  
optimise the cost of re-using and recycling the  
materials inside the machine, while preventing  
potential damage to the atmosphere and to public  
health. The crossed-out dustbin is marked on all  
products to remind the owner of their obligations  
regarding separated waste collection.  
• Remember that the cooking zones remain relatively  
hot for at least thirty minutes after they have been  
switched off. An indicator light provides a warning  
when residual heat is present (see Start-up and  
use).  
For further information relating to the correct disposal of  
exhausted household appliances, owners may contact  
the public service provided or their local dealer.  
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Care and maintenance  
Switching the appliance off  
Stainless steel frame (only in models with outer  
frame)  
GB  
Disconnect your appliance from the electricity  
supply before carrying out any work on it.  
Stainless steel can be marked by hard water which  
has been left on the surface for a long time, or by  
cleaning products containing phosphorus.  
Cleaning the appliance  
After cleaning, it is advisable to rinse the surface  
well and dry it thoroughly. If water is spilt on the  
surface, dry it quickly and thoroughly.  
! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (for  
example, products in spray cans for cleaning  
barbecues and ovens), stain removers, anti-rust  
products, powder detergents or sponges with  
abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface  
beyond repair.  
! Some hobs have an aluminium frame which is  
similar to stainless steel. Do not use any cleaning or  
degreasing products which are not suitable for use  
with aluminium.  
! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on  
the appliance.  
Disassembling the hob  
• It is usually sufficient simply to wash the hob  
using a damp sponge and dry it with absorbent  
kitchen towel.  
If it is necessary to disassemble the hob:  
1. Loosen the screws fixing the alignment springs on  
each side.  
2. Loosen the screws holding the fixing hooks in  
each corner.  
3. Take the hob out of its installation cavity.  
• If the hob is particularly dirty, rub it with a special  
glass ceramic cleaning product, then rinse well  
and dry thoroughly.  
! Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If  
the appliance breaks down, contact a Service  
Centre.  
• To remove more stubborn dirt, use a suitable  
scraper. Remove spills as soon as possible,  
without waiting for the appliance to cool, to avoid  
residues forming crusty deposits. You can  
achieve excellent results by using a rust-proof  
steel wire sponge - specifically designed for  
glass ceramic surfaces - soaked in soapy water.  
• If any plastic or sugary substances are  
accidentally melted on the hob, remove them  
immediately with the scraper, while the surface is  
still hot.  
• Once it is clean, the hob may be treated with a  
special protective maintenance product: the  
invisible film left by this product protects the  
surface from drips during cooking. This  
maintenance task should be carried out while the  
appliance is warm (not hot) or cold.  
• Always remember to rinse the appliance well with  
clean water and dry it thoroughly: residues can  
become encrusted during subsequent cooking  
processes.  
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Technical description of  
the models  
This table provides a model-by-model list of the energy absorption values, type of heating elements and  
diameters of each cooking zone.  
GB  
Hobs  
CRA 641 D C  
KSC 640 X  
Power (W)  
Diameter (mm)  
Power (W)  
Cooking zone  
Back Left  
Back Right  
Front Left  
Front Right  
Total power  
Diameter (mm)  
DH 2200/1000  
H 1400  
210/140  
160  
H 2300  
H 1400  
H 1200  
H 1800  
210  
160  
145  
180  
H 1200  
145  
H 1800  
180  
6600  
6700  
Key:  
H = single hilight  
DH = double hilight  
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Guarantee  
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:  
-
The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and  
maintenance instructions.  
-
-
-
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.  
-
Replacement of any consumable item or accessory. These included but 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 NOTAPPLY IF THEAPPLIANCE 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  
08448 24 24 24 (Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800)  
Extended Guarantees  
We offer a selection of 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 08448 226 226 (Republic of  
Ireland 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 08448  
224 224 (Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary, to arrange for an  
engineer to call.  
 
After Sales Service  
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 the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1000  
fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.  
UK: 08448 224 224  
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: 08448 225 225  
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: 08448 24 24 24  
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 and 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 mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
 
GB  
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XEROX FABRIANO  
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