Hotpoint EW85 Microwave Oven User Manual


 
4
Installation
WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Mains Connection
Your cooker should have been checked to ensure
that the voltage corresponds with your supply
volt
age,
this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated
on the front of the plinth.
The cooker must be connected by a competent person such as one who is a, NICEIC registered
contractor to a suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 32A and a minimum
contact clearance of 3mm (applicable to newer properties, older properties where a 30A double
pole control unit and a minimum contact clearance of 3mm is acceptable).
The double pole control unit should be fitted adjacent to the cooker, in accordance with IEE
regulations. The control unit must be within 2 metres of but not directly above the appliance and
should be easily accessible in the event of an emergency.
The power supply cable should conform to B.S.6004 with a conductor size of 6mm
2
, minimum.
Access to the mains terminals is gained by removing the rear access cover. The mains cable must
pass through the cable clamp adjacent to the terminal block. Sufficient cable should be used to
allow the cooker to be pulled out for servicing.
Ensure that the mains cable is routed away from any brackets affixed to the rear panel and
is not trapped to the rear wall when pushing the cooker into position between cabinets.
Levelling
Two rear wheels and two front feet are fitted which can be adjusted up or down to set the height
(900mm - 915mm) and level the cooker.
1. The rear wheels can be raised or lowered from the BACK of the cooker by adjusting the
levelling screws ‘A’ in the plinth.
2. The front feet can be simply screwed in or out to lower or raise the front of the cooker.
CAUTION: Some soft floor coverings may get damaged if the cooker is not moved carefully.
NOTE: Ensure oven shelves are level by using a spirit level on the rod shelves.
VIEWED FROM REAR
Siting the Cooker
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 600mm apart. The space either
side need only be sufficient to allow withdrawal of the cooker for servicing. It can be used with
cabinets one side or both as well as in an angled corner setting. It can also be used freestanding.
Adjacent side walls which project above hob level, must not be nearer to the cooker than
150mm and should be
protected by heat resistant material. Any overhanging
surface or cooker
hood should not be nearer than 650mm.
Note: This appliance must NOT be fitted on a platform.
Moving the Cooker
Before moving your cooker, switch off at the cooker control unit, ensure that it is cool.
Open the grill door sufficiently to allow a comfortable grip on the underside front edge of the
oven roof, avoiding any grill elements.
Radio Interference
This appliance conforms to EN 55014 regarding suppression of radio and television interference.
Note: Take care in moving the cooker as it is heavy. Take care to ensure that any floor
covering is not damaged.