Siemens EP916QB91E: Before installing Gas connection (fig. 4) Preparation of the kitchen unit (fig. 1-2) Electric connection (fig. 5) Changing the gas type Installation of appliance Removal of hob

Before installing

Gas connection (fig. 4)

This appliance is class 3 type, according to the EN 30-1-1

The end of the inlet connection point of the gas hob has a 1/2”

regulation for gas appliances: built-in appliance.

thread (20.955 mm) that allows for:

The kitchen unit in which the appliance is installed must be

■ A fixed connection.

properly secured and stable.

■ Connection using a flexible pipe (L min. 1 m - max. 3 m).

The kitchen units next to the appliance, the laminated covering

In this case, it is necessary to insert the accessory (427950)

and glue for adhering it must be made of non-flammable and

and the watertight seal (034308) supplied between the manifold

heat-resistant materials.

outlet and the gas supply. Fig. 4.

This appliance cannot be installed above fridges, washing

You must prevent the pipe from coming into contact with

machines, dishwashers or similar.

moving parts of the kitchen unit (for example, a drawer) and

An oven must have forced ventilation to install a hob above it.

prevent access to any spaces which might become obstructed.

Check the dimensions of the oven in the installation manual.

If you need to connect the gas supply horizontally, our Technical

If an extractor fan is installed, you must follow the instructions in

Assistance Service can supply you with an L-tube (code

the installation manual, always respecting the minimum vertical

173018) and a seal (code 034308). Fig. 4a.

distance from the hob (fig. 1).

: Danger of leaks!

Preparation of the kitchen unit (fig. 1-2)

If any connection is handled, check the seal.

The manufacturer is not liable for any connection leaking, after

Make an appropriate size cut in the worktop surface, depending

being handled.

on the installation method. standard (a) or flush (b). For flush

installation:

Electric connection (fig. 5)

■ All cuts in the worktop surface should be done by a

specialised shop.

This appliance is type “Y”: the supply cable can only be

changed by the Technical Assistance Service and not the user.

■ The cuts should be clean and precise, as the cut edge is on

The cable type and minimum cross-section must be respected.

the surface. The stability of the furniture should also be

ensured after cutting work.

The hobs are supplied with a power cable with or without a wall

socket plug.

■ Use only specially designed work surfaces, resistant to high-

temperature and water (e.g. natural stone or tiled).

Appliances with plugs must only be connected to sockets that

have earth wires correctly installed.

■ Surrounding furniture must be resistant to temperatures up to

90 °C.

Provide an omnipolar cut-off switch with a minimum contact

opening of 3 mm (except for plug connections, if the user has

If the hob is electric or mixed (gas and electricity) and there is

access to it).

no oven below, place a non-flammable separator (e.g. metal or

plywood) 10 mm from the bottom of the hob. This will prevent

Changing the gas type

access to the base of the hob.If the hob is gas, it is

recommendable to place the separator at the same distance.

If the country's regulations allow, this appliance can be adapted

to other types of gas (see specifications plate). The components

On wood work surfaces, varnish the cutting surfaces with a

required for this are in the transformation kit supplied

special glue. This protects them from moisture which could

(depending on the model) or are available from our Technical

collect under the work surface.

Assistance Service.

Installation of appliance

Important: After finishing, stick the sticker, indicating the new

gas type, close to the specifications plate.

A) Standard installation (fig. 3a)

The following steps should be taken:

Depending on the model, the adhesive seal may be factory-

fitted. If this is the case, it should not be removed under any

A) Changing the nozzles (fig. 6):

circumstances, since the adhesive seal prevents leaks. If the

1. Remove the pan supports, burner caps and diffusers.

seal has not been factory-fitted, apply it to the underside of the

2. Change the nozzles using the spanner code 340847 (code

hob.

340808 for double-flame burners or triple-flame burners)

Fitting the appliance onto the kitchen unit:

provided by our Technical Assistance Service, see table II,

1. Remove the clips from the accessory bag and screw them into

taking special care to ensure that the nozzle does not fall

the position indicated so that they can turn freely.

when it is removed from or fitted to the burner.

2. Insert and centre the hob.

Ensure that it is completely tightened in order to guarantee the

seal.

Press the sides of the hob until it is supported around its entire

perimeter.

Primary air adjustment is not necessary with these burners.

3. Turn the clips and tighten them fully.

3. Position the diffusers and burner caps on the corresponding

rings and the pan supports on their fasteners.

The position of the clips depends on how thick the work

surface is.

B) Adjusting the taps (Fig. 7):

B) Flush installation (fig. 3b)

1. Set the control knobs to minimum.

1. Complete a normal installation of the appliance making sure

2. Remove the control knobs from the taps. It has a flexible

that it is surrounded by a uniform slot. The hob surface should

rubber valve reinforcing ring. Press with the tip of the

be slightly below the work surface.

screwdriver to access the tap's adjusting screw.

For tile worktops, if necessary, raise the bearing surfaces with

Never remove the valve reinforcing ring. The valve reinforcing

strips resistant to water and temperatures.

rings guarantee the watertightness of the appliance's interior

from liquids and dirt, which might otherwise prevent its correct

2. Check the operation and position of appliance.

operation.

3. Fill the gap between the worktop and hob with conventional

3. Adjust the minimum ring setting by turning the by-pass screw

silicone adhesive appropriate in the colour you desire.

using a flat head screwdriver.

Note: If unsuitable silicone adhesive is used on natural stone

Depending on the gas to which your appliance is going to be

surfaces then this can produce colours that can not be

adapted, see table III, carry out the corresponding action:

removed. Our Technical Assistance Service can provide you

A: firmly tighten the by-pass screws.

with the most suitable glue (code 310818). Please note the

manufacturers instructions for use.

B: loosen the by-pass screws until the gas flow from the

burners is correct.

4. Smooth the silicone adhesive with a scraper or wet finger

moistened with soap and water before it forms a layer.

C: the by-pass screws need to be changed by an authorised

engineer.

5. Allow the silicone adhesive to dry before using the appliance.

D: do not touch the by-pass screws.

Removal of hob

When adjusting the control knob between maximum and

minimum, the burner does not go out, nor is there a flame

Turn off the appliance's electricity and gas supply.

backdraught created.

Unscrew the clips and proceed in the reverse order to

Never remove the tap spindle (Fig. 8). In the event of a

installation.

malfunction, change the whole tap.