Hotpoint H150E - 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.
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.
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.