As mentioned in another post I’m fitting out a new kitchen and hope to buy most of what I need during the sales. I had been looking at a Which? Best Buy Hobs but one of them members reviews has shaken me somewhat he writes:
'Neff and Which need to consider on how to install this product correctly from an electrical point of view. Electricians looking at the supposed power rating of this hob would probably suggest a separate 6mm twin/earth cable be used - however the product comes supplied with a 13A plug fitted on the flying lead. Running four rings on full power will exceed 13 amps - what is the answer? If there is some power management circuitry within the hob then Neff/Which should explain this fully in handbooks/reviews. When somebody finds out the answer let me know !! '
but still another member writes: ...
'Regarding the electrical issue, after the comments above and debate elsewhere on the internet about these NEFF induction hobs, I finally found the answer. If the hob comes fitted with a typical (13A) UK plug, that's all it needs. The clever technology will never take the total power over, even if all 4 rings are on maximum. If however the hob comes with three bare wire ends, it should be hardwired into its own dedicated circuit, in exactly the same way as most other electric hobs, ovens, et seq...'
When I look at the Neff website the Neff T40B30x2 doesn't seem to be there but there is a similar one Neff T40B31X2GB However when I pop over to the likes of John Lewis they seem to be selling the Neff T40B30X2 The only think I can think of is that the 30 model has been withdrawn and been replaced by the 31 model. I’m especially worried as to whether or not a 13AMP plug is sufficient to power all rings at max at the same time.
Has anyone experience of either of these Hobs and what are your views.
I've been in contact with Neff asking about this but am still awaiting their reply.
Kevin