Hotpoint H151EWH - Manual (Page 5)

Installation
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WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Mains Connection
Your cooker should have been checked to ensure that the voltage corresponds with your
supply voltage, this is stated on the rating plate, which is situated on the rear panel.
The cooker must be connected by a competent person such as one who is NICEIC
registered contractor to suitable double-pole control unit with a minimum rating of 45A
and a minimum contact
clearance of 3mm, which 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.
Note:
If the cooker is to be placed on a base, precautions must be taken to prevent it
from slipping off the base.
Siting the Cooker
The cooker is designed to fit between kitchen cabinets spaced 500mm 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.
This cooker is a Type X appliance, as such 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 650mm.
The height of the cooker can be adjusted by means of adjustable feet in the plinth
(900mm - 915mm). Adjust the feet by tilting the cooker from the side. Then install the
cooker into position.
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.