I’m in the process of building a new kitchen and am looking at the:
Neff U15M52N3GB double built-in oven
Neff T40B30X2 induction hob
both of which are Which? Best Buys but I’m having some concerns about the hob and hope someone can help.
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 is there. The only think I can think of is that the 30 model has been withdrawn and been replaced by the 31 model.
If I’m reading the speck correctly it seems to suggest that a 13AMP plug be used, but I’m worried as to whether or not a 13AMP plug is sufficient to power all rings at max at the same time?
While Which? did give the Hob a Best Buy status one of their members wrote
‘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 !! ‘
Before buying this hob can anyone tell me (laymans terms please) is a 13AMP plug sufficient to run all the rings at the same time? If not is it possible to hard wire it in?
I’ve been in contact with Neff asking about this but am still awaiting their reply.
As always many thanks for your time
Kevin