Defy Appliances DGS 129 manual

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    PAGE 1 OF16 CONTENT 2 Introduction 2 Unpacking 2 Know your stove 3 Safety advice 4 Installation 5 Gas installation 6 Safety compliance 6 Installer details 6 Check for leaks 7 Lighting the burners 7 Lighting the oven 8 Cleaning and main tenance Gas Jets 9 Cleaning and main tenance The hob and burne rs 10 Care guide for stainless steel 1 1 Specificat[...]

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    PAGE 2 OF16 Know your stove ( pictur e shows 4 burner mo del) Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of th is quality Defy gas stove. W e trust that you will enjoy many years of trouble free use. Please read these instructions carefully befo re using the stove. This boo k will provide you with information on h ow to operate and care for your [...]

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    PAGE 3 OF16 Safety advice This app liance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision o r instruction concer ning use of the appliance by a person respons ible for their safety. Children shou ld be supervis[...]

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    PAGE 4 OF16 I nstallation Good ventilation is essenti al for the safe operation of the stove. Do no t install the stove in a room below ground level unl ess it is open to ground level on at least one side. P rolonged extensive use of the stove may call fo r additional ventilation, for example an open win dow or dedicated extraction fan that exhaust[...]

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    PAGE 5 OF16 Gas installation The necessary installa tion including gas and electrical conn ections must be carried ou t by qualified personnel in accorda nce with current and local r egulations, since an installation by an unqualified person ma y constitute a hazard. The manufacturer declines liability for injury to persons or damage caused due to [...]

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    PAGE 6 OF16 Safety compliance with local req uirements. Installer ’ s details are to be filled in on page 16 of this book Permanent installa tion. Important information for the use r . The appliance may only be installed by a re gistered LP Gas installer . All register ed installers are issued with a card carrying their r egistration number . Ask[...]

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    PAGE 7 OF16 Lighting the burners on the hob 1. Lift the tempered glass lid. 2. Press the relevant burner kno b, turning it to the left and to the high flame position, Light a match (or use an electron ic spark igniter) and hold it close to the burner ou tlets. 3. Once lit, adjust the burner flame to sui t. 4. If the flame fails to conti nue burning[...]

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    PAGE 8 OF16 Cleaning and maintenance Gas Jet Cleaning Procedure • Every six months the gas jets on your hob should be cleaned to ensure continued efficient and safe operation. • This may be done using a Gas Jet Cleaning Kit which may be purchased from your nearest Def y Service Centre. • The kit comprises of a slidin g T-bar (A) a socket (B) [...]

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    PAGE 9 OF16 Cleaning and Maintenance Switch off the gas supp ly before cleaning any part of the stove. 1. Allow the stove to cool down before clean ing 2. Never use steel wool or similar , sharp objects, vinegar or lemon to clean any part of the stove. 3. Never use cleaning products containin g abrasive materials as these could da mage the decorati[...]

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    PAGE 10 OF16 Condition Action Notes and comments Requires routine cleaning Mild detergent solution applied with soft sponge or cloth . Rinse and wipe dry . If possible use warm to hand- hot water . A 5% addition of ammonia is beneficial. Finger prints Pre-treat finger marks with alcohol or an organic solvent. Follow immediately with routine cleanin[...]

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    PAGE 11 OF16 Specifications The Manufacturer strives for continuous improvements. For this reason, the text and illustrations in this boo k ar e subject to change with out notice 4 BURNER MODEL 5 BURNER MODEL WIDTH 510 mm 760 mm HEIGHT 900 mm 900 mm DEPTH 650 mm 650 mm WEIGHT 28.87 Kg 35.68 Kg OVEN CAPACITY 62.3 L 97 L ENERGY RATING A/A A/A SMALL B[...]

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    PAGE 12 OF16 Problem solving guide —before c alling for technical support Problem Possible cause The burners or oven will not light • The gas hose is twisted, bent or kin ked. • The burners are dirty or wet. • The gas cylinder is empty . • The burner caps are not fit ted properly . • The gas pressure regulator is closed. • The lightin[...]

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    PAGE 13 OF16 Other areas are serv iced by over 200 authorised a gents. Consult the nearest re gional Service Centre for details. Defy Service Centres If you have followed the instruct ions and still have a problem, contact the nearest Defy Ser vice Centre. The y will be a ble to advise you on any aspect of the product or send a qualified technici a[...]

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    PAGE 14 OF16 W arranty This certifi cate is issued by D EFY APPLIANCES LIMITED manufacturers of Defy and Ocean products, hereinafter the Compa ny, to the original purcha ser only, of the ap pliance described on t he certificate and shall constitute the only warranty g iven in respect of this a ppliance. The Company warrants to the original purchase[...]

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    PAGE 15 OF16 Notes ——————————————————————————————- ——————————————————————————————- ——————————————————————————————- ——————————————————?[...]

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    PAGE 16 OF16 Please register your pro duct at www .defy .co.za F or future reference, re cord the listed informat ion in the space below . The Serial number may be found at the back of the stove SERIAL No   DA TE O F PURCHASE?[...]