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Tecnik Appliances
2 Brindley Road
Old Trafford

Manchester M169 HQ

9000512306 B

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 Table of contents

Safety precautions ................................................................................................................ 5
Your new appliance .............................................................................................................. 6

Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 6

Additional coffee maker support ............................................................................................... 6

Simmer Plate ................................................................................................................................. 6

Simmer Cap .................................................................................................................................. 6

Gas burners ........................................................................................................................... 7

Switching on manually...................................................................................................................... 7
Switching on automatically .............................................................................................................. 7
Safety system ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Switching off a burner ...................................................................................................................... 7
Power levels ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Warnings ............................................................................................................................................. 8
Cooking guidelines ........................................................................................................................... 8

Cooking pans ........................................................................................................................ 9

Suitable pans ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Precautions for use........................................................................................................................... 9

Cleaning and maintenance................................................................................................. 11

Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................11
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................11

Trouble shooting................................................................................................................. 12
Technical Assistance Service............................................................................................ 13

Warranty conditions ........................................................................................................................13

Used appliances and packaging........................................................................................ 13

Environmentally-friendly waste management.............................................................................13

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Dear customer,
Congratulations on your choice and thank you for 

purchasing one of our appliances. This practical, modern 

and functional appliance is manufactured using materials 

of the highest quality, which are subject to strict quality 

control checks throughout the entire manufacturing 

process. The appliance is meticulously tested to ensure 

that it meets your demands and produces perfect cooking 

results.
Do not remove the appliance from its protective packaging 

until it is installed in the unit.
Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding 

to install and use the appliance. The information contained 

in these instructions is essential for the correct operation of 

the appliance and, more importantly, for your safety.
The packaging of your appliance has been manufactured 

using only the materials which are strictly necessary to 

guarantee efficient protection during transport. These 

materials are 100% recyclable, thus reducing the 

environmental impact. You can also contribute to caring for 

the environment by following the advice below:

■

Dispose of the packaging in the appropriate recycling bin

■

Before you get rid of an old appliance, make sure you 

disable it. Contact your local authority to find out the 

address of your nearest recycling centre to dispose of 

your appliance

■

Do not pour used oil down the sink. Collect it in a sealed 

container and take it to an appropriate collection point or, 

failing that, place it in the rubbish bin (it will end up in a 

controlled dump; this is probably not the best option, but 

it will avoid contaminating ground water)

Important:

In the unlikely event that the appliance should be damaged 

or does not meet your expectations in terms of quality, 

please inform us as soon as possible. For the warranty to 

be valid, the appliance must not have been tampered with, 

or used inappropriately.

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Safety precautions

Read these instructions carefully. Reading 

these instructions will enable you to use 

your appliance safely and effectively.
All operations relating to installation, 

regulation and conversion to other types of 

gas must be carried out by an authorised 

installation engineer, respecting the 

applicable regulations, standards and the 

specifications of the local gas and 

electricity providers. You are recommended 

to contact the Technical Assistance Service 

to convert to another type of gas.
Before installing your new hob, ensure that 

it is being installed according to the 

assembly instructions.
This appliance can only be installed in a 

well-ventilated place in accordance with 

existing regulations and ventilation 

specifications. The appliance must not be 

connected to a combustion product 

removal device.
This appliance has been designed for 

home use only, not for commercial or 

professional use. This appliance cannot be 

installed on yachts or in caravans. The 

warranty will only be valid if the appliance is 

used for the purpose for which it was 

designed.
The place in which the appliance is 

installed must have fully-functioning 

ventilation, in accordance with the 

regulations.
Do not subject the appliance to draughts. 

These might blow out the burners.
This appliance leaves the factory set to the 

type of gas that is indicated on the 

specifications plate. If this needs to be 

changed, please consult the assembly 

instructions.
Do not tamper with the appliance's interior. 

If necessary, call our Technical Assistance 

Service.

Keep the operation and installation 

instructions and provide them along with 

the appliance if it is passed on to another 

user.
Do not switch on the appliance if it is 

damaged in any way. Contact our 

Technical Assistance Service.
The surfaces of cooking appliances heat 

up during operation. Care must be taken 

when using these appliances. Keep 

children well away from this appliance.
This appliance is only intended for cooking 

purposes, not as a heating system.
Fat or oil which is overheated can catch fire 

easily. Do not leave oil or fats to heat up 

unattended. If oil or fats do catch fire, never 

use water to put the fire out. Risk of burns! 

Put the fire out by covering the pan with a 

lid and switch off the hotplate.
In the event of a malfunction, turn off the 

appliance’s gas and electricity supply. For 

repairs, call our Technical Assistance 

Service.
If one of the control knobs will not turn, do 

not force it. Call the Technical Assistance 

Service immediately, so that they can repair 

or replace it.
Never place unstable pans on the hob or 

the burners, as they may accidentally tip 

over.
Do not clean the hob using a steam 

cleaner. Risk of electrocution!
This appliance is class 3 type, according to 

the EN 30-1-1 standard for gas appliances: 

built-in appliance.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, 

steamers, inflammable materials or non-

food products below or near this domestic 

appliance.
This appliance is not intended to be used 

by persons (including children) with 

reduced physical, sensory or mental 

capacities, or lack of experience and 

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knowledge, unless they are supervised or 

have been given instructions on how to use 

the appliance by a responsible adult.
Never leave the appliance unattended 

during operation.

The graphics in this instruction manual are 

given as a guide only.
The manufacturer is exempt from all liability 

if the requirements of this manual are not 

complied with.

Your new appliance

This section will introduce your new 

appliance and its accessories.
These instructions may be applied to 

different hobs.

1

Pan supports

2

Control knobs

3

Auxiliary burner (up to 1 kW)

4

Semi-rapid burner (up to 1,75 kW)

5

Rapid burner (up to 3 kW)

6

Double-flame burner (up to 3,3 kW)

Accessories

The following accessories can be 

purchased from the Technical Assistance 

Service:

Additional coffee maker support

Simmer Plate

Simmer Cap

The manufacturer accepts no liability if 

these accessories are not used or are used 

incorrectly.

Only for use on the auxiliary 

burner with pans which are no 

more than 12 cm in diameter.

This accessory has been 

designed to reduce the level of 

heat at the lowest power 

setting. 
Place the accessory directly on 

the pan support with the cones 

facing upwards, never directly 

over the burner. Centre the pan 

over the accessory.

This is a burner which is 

exclusively suited for cooking 

over a low heat. In order to use 

it, it is necessary to remove the 

auxiliary burner and replace it 

with the Simmer Cap burner.

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Gas burners

There are indications to show which burner 

each control knob operates.

It is essential to ensure that all the burner 

parts and pan supports are correctly 

installed for the appliance to work correctly.

Switching on manually

1.

Press the chosen burner control knob 

and turn it anticlockwise to the required 

setting.

2.

Use any type of lighter or flame (cigarette 

lighter, matches, etc.) and bring it close 

to the burner.

Switching on automatically

If your hob can be switched on 

automatically (ignition sparkers):

1.

Press the chosen burner control knob 

and turn it anticlockwise to the maximum 

power setting.
While the control knob is still pressed 

down, sparks are produced on all 

burners. The flame ignites.

2.

Release the control knob.

3.

Turn the control knob to the required 

setting.

If it does not come on, turn the control 

knob to the off setting and repeat the steps 

above. This time, press and hold the 

control knob for longer (up to 10 seconds).

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Risk of deflagration!

If after 15 seconds the flame does not 

ignite, switch off the burner and open a 

nearby window or door. Wait at least one 

minute before trying to switch the burner 

back on.

Safety system

Depending on the model, your hob may 

have a safety system (thermocouple) that 

prevents the flow of gas if the burners 

accidentally switch off.

To ensure that this device is active:

1.

Switch on the burner as usual.

2.

Without releasing the control knob, press 

and hold it down firmly for 4 seconds 

after lighting the flame.

Switching off a burner

Turn the corresponding control knob 

clockwise to the 0 setting.

Power levels

The progressive control knobs can be used 

to control the power needed, from 

minimum to maximum power.

Setting

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Control knob off

High flame

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Maximum capacity or aperture 

and electricity on

Low flame

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Minimum capacity or aperture

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Warnings

It is normal to hear a soft whistling noise 

while the burner is operating.
When it is first used, it is normal for the 

burner to give off odours. This does not 

pose any risk and does not indicate a 

malfunction. They will disappear in time.
An orange-coloured flame is normal. This is 

caused by the presence of dust in the 

atmosphere, spilt liquids, etc.
The kitchen will become hot and humid 

when this gas appliance is used. You must 

therefore ensure that the kitchen is well 

ventilated: Either keep the natural 

ventilation apertures open, or install a 

ventilation system (extractor hood).
Intense and prolonged use of the appliance 

may mean additional ventilation is required 

(for example, opening a window) or more 

effective ventilation (for example, 

increasing the hob's ventilation, if possible).
If the burner flames are accidentally blown 

out, switch off the burner operating control 

knob and do not try to relight it for at least 

one minute.
A few seconds after the burner is switched 

off, a sound (thud) will be produced. This is 

not a fault - this means that the safety 

device is no longer operating.
Keep the burner as clean as possible. If the 

ignition sparkers are dirty they will not light 

properly. Clean them periodically using a 

small non-wire brush. Bear in mind that the 

ignition sparkers must not suffer any 

serious impacts.
Due to the plastic covering used to protect 

the stainless steel on this appliance, you 

may  find remains of adhesive on engraved 

areas. Remove them using a damp cloth.

Cooking guidelines

Burner

Very high - High

Medium

Low

Double-flame burner Boiling, steaming, griddling, 

toasting, paellas, Asian food 

(wok).

Reheating and keeping things hot: cooked and pre-cooked 

dishes

Rapid burner

Escalopes, steaks, omelettes, 

frying

Rice, white sauce, ragout

Steaming: fish, vegetables

Semi-rapid burner

Steamed potatoes, fresh 

vegetables, vegetable stews, 

pasta

Reheating, keeping things hot and making tasty casseroles

Auxiliary burner

Cooking: casseroles, rice 

pudding, caramel

Defrosting and slow 

cooking: vegetables, fruits 

and frozen products

Melting: butter, chocolate, 

jelly

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Cooking pans

Suitable pans

Precautions for use

The following advice is intended to help 

you save energy and prevent pan damage:

Burner

Minimum pan 

diameter

Maximum pan 

diameter

Double-flame 

burner 

22 cm

Rapid burner

22 cm

26 cm

Semi-rapid 

burner

14 cm

20 cm

Auxiliary burner 12 cm

16 cm

Use pans which are the right size for each burner.
Do not use small pans on large burners. The flame must not 

touch the sides of the pan.

Do not use damaged pans, which do not sit evenly on the 

hob. Pans may tip over.
Only use pans with a thick, flat base.

Do not cook without using a lid and make sure the lid is 

properly fitted. This wastes energy.

Always place the pan right over the burner, not to one side. 

Otherwise it could tip over.
Do not place large pans on the burners near the control 

knobs. These may be damaged by the very high 

temperatures.

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Place the pans on the pan supports, never directly on the 

burner.
Make sure that the pan supports and burner caps are 

correctly positioned before using the appliance.

Pans should be placed on the hob carefully.
Do not strike the hob and do not place excessive weight on 

it.

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Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning

Once the appliance is cool, use a sponge 

to clean it with soap and water.

After each use, clean the surface of the 

respective burner parts once they have 

cooled down. If any residue is left (baked-

on food, drops of grease etc.), however 

little, it will become stuck to the surface and 

more difficult to remove later. The holes 

and grooves must be clean for the flame to 

ignite properly. 
The movement of some pans may leave 

metal residue on the pan supports.
Clean the burners and pan supports using 

soapy water and scrub with a non-wire 

brush.

If the pan supports are fitted with rubber 

rests, ensure that these are also cleaned. 

The rests may come loose and the pan 

support may scratch the hob.
Always dry the burners and pan supports 

completely. Water droplets or damp 

patches on the hob at the start of cooking 

may damage the enamel.
After cleaning and drying the burners, 

make sure the burner caps are correctly 

positioned on the diffuser.

Caution!

Do not use steam cleaners. This could 

damage the hob.

Maintenance

Always clean off any liquid as soon as it is 

spilt. This will prevent food remains from 

sticking to the hob surface and you will 

save yourself any unnecessary effort.
Due to the high temperatures endured, the 

double-flame burner and the stainless steel 

areas (grease drip tray, burner outline, etc.) 

can become discoloured. This is normal. 

After each use, clean these areas with a 

product that is suitable for stainless steel.
Do not leave acidic liquids (e.g. lemon 

juice, vinegar, etc.) on the hob.

It is recommended that the cleaning 

product available from our Technical 

Assistance Service (code 464524) is used 

regularly.

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Trouble shooting

Sometimes certain faults detected can be 

easily resolved. Before calling the 

Technical Assistance Service, bear in mind 

the following advice:

Fault

Possible cause

Solution

The general electrical 

system is 

malfunctioning.

Defective fuse.

Check the fuse in the main fuse box and 

change it if it is damaged.

The automatic safety switch or circuit 

breaker has tripped.

Check the main control panel to see if the 

automatic safety switch or circuit breaker 

has tripped.

The automatic on 

function does not 

work.

There may be food or cleaning products 

stuck between the ignition sparkers and the 

burners.

The space between the ignition sparker and 

the burner must be clean.

The burners are wet.

Dry the burner caps carefully.

The burner caps are not correctly positioned. Check that the burner caps are correctly 

positioned.

The appliance is not earthed, is poorly 

connected or the earthing is faulty.

Contact the electrician.

The burner flame is 

not uniform.

The burner components are not correctly 

positioned.

Ensure the components are correctly 

positioned.

The grooves on the burner are dirty.

Clean the grooves on the burner.

The gas flow is not 

normal or there is no 

gas.

The gas supply is blocked via gas taps.

Open all gas taps.

If the gas is supplied from a gas cylinder, 

check that this is not empty.

Change the gas cylinder.

The kitchen smells of 

gas.

A gas tap has been left on.

Turn off the taps.

There may be a leak in the gas cylinder 

coupling.

Check that the coupling is sound.

The safety valves on 

one of the burners are 

not working.

The control knob was not held down for long 

enough.

Once the burner is on, hold the control knob 

down a few seconds longer.

The grooves on the burner are dirty.

Clean the grooves on the burner.

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Technical Assistance Service

When contacting our Technical Assistance 

Service, please provide the product 

number (E-Nr.) and production number 

(FD) of the appliance. This information is 

given on the specifications plate located on 

the lower section of the hob and on the 

label in the user manual.

Warranty conditions

The applicable warranty conditions are 

those set out by the company's 

representative office in the country of 

purchase. Detailed information is available 

from retail outlets. Proof of purchase must 

be presented to obtain the benefits of the 

warranty.
We reserve the right to introduce changes.

Used appliances and packaging

If the 

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 symbol is shown on the 

specifications plate, bear in mind the 

following instructions:

Environmentally-friendly waste 

management

Unpack the appliance and dispose of the 

packaging by environmentally-friendly 

means.
This appliance complies with European 

directive 2002/96/EC on electrical and 

electronic equipment identified as WEEE 

(waste electrical and electronic equipment).