Turning on the Mk 1 Burner

Refer to the sketch below to identify the various controls.

1. Make sure that the black control knob ‘4’ (in the centre of the numbered ring ‘5’) is in the off position. (i.e.finger grip at right angles to gas pipes) Turn gas service cock ‘1’ on (i.e. with mark on cock in line with gas pipe)

2. Press and hold in, red button ‘2’, whilst repeatedly pushing or pulling as appropriate the remote ignitor ‘3’, until the pilot flame ‘6’ can be seen to be lit.

3. Continue holding red button ‘2’ in for at least 30 seconds before releasing.

4. With pilot established, turn thermostat numbered ring ‘5’ to lowest position and turn on the black control knob’4’ through 90 degrees. Main burner should light.

5. If pilot does not stay alight when releasing red button, wait 3 minutes and then repeat procedure, but holding red button in for a slightly longer period.

6. If ignitor fails, the pilot can be manually lit with a match or taper, after removing the viewing window ‘6’. Replace glass before turning on main burner.

7. After approximately 1 hour, the thermostat ring can be turned to its normal position of about no.4

8. If problems persist, please call your Aga service engineer.

Turning off the Mk 1 Burner

If your Aga is only to be left for a few days, why turn it off? It doesn’t hurt to leave it on a lower thermostat position.

For longer periods the pilot only may be left on as follows: Turn the black control tap ‘4’ (located in the centre of the numbered ring) through 90 degrees, until the finger grip is at right angles, i.e across the gas pipe.

To turn it off completely: Carry out the above and then turn the main control cock ‘1’ through 90 degrees, so that the line on the cock, is across the pipe.

This turns both pilot and main burner off.

Turning on the Mk 2 Burner

Refer to the sketch below to identify the various controls.

1. Before lighting ensure the gas valve knob ‘4’ is set to the ‘OFF’ position (‘O’ symbol)
2. Turn on gas supply externally and at internal service tap ‘1’, i.e finger grip in line with pipe.
3. Press and hold the square button down ‘5’ ( with flame symbol on) and with the other hand press the round ignition button ‘2’ several times, until the pilot flame can be seen to be lit.
4. Continue holding the square button down for at least 30 seconds.
5. Release square button and pilot should remain alight. If it goes out, wait 3 minutes and repeat operation, but hold the square button down for a longer period.
6. With the pilot established, rotate the control knob anti-clockwise to the No.1 position, when the main burner should ignite.
7. Leave in No.1 position for about 1 hour, then slowly turn knob to No. 5 position, which should give the correct amount of stored heat.
8. Note that if the ignitor fails the pilot flame can be lit with a match or taper, after first removing the inspection window. Replace window before turning main burner on.
9. If problems persist, please call your Aga service engineer.

Turning off the Mk 2 Burner

If your Aga is only to be left for a few days, why turn it off? It doesn’t hurt to leave it on a lower thermostat position.

For longer periods the pilot only may be left on as follows: Turning the thermostat knob ‘4’ clockwise to the ‘0’ position.

To turn it off completely:

1. Carry out the above and then press and release the button ‘3’ marked with an ‘0’ symbol.
2. Turn the main gas cock ‘1’ through 90 degrees, until the line marked on the cock, is across the gas pipe.

This turns both pilot and main burner off

Turning on the Mk 3 Burner (SIT)

Refer to the sketch below to identify the various controls.

1. Set control knob ‘2’ to ‘Off’, then turn on the gas inlet valve ‘1’ (use a screwdriver or coin. Slot should be in line with the pipe). Switch on electrical supply ( where provided)
2. Turn control knob ‘2’ anti clockwise to the ‘*’ position and push firmly down. At the same time, push ignitor button ‘3’ several times, until the pilot flame can be seen to light, through the viewing window ‘4’
3. Continue to hold control knob firmly down for at least 30 seconds, then release. If pilot goes out, wait at least 3 minutes before repeating procedure, this time holding down for a little longer.
4. When the pilot has been successfully established turn knob to low fire position. The main burner should light.
5. Leave knob in low fire position for at least 10 minutes, before turning it anti-clockwise into the normal run position. (approximately centre of green band)

If problems persist, please call your Aga service engineer.

Turning off the MK3 Burner (SIT)

Refer to the sketch below to identify the various controls.

If your Aga is only to be left for a few days, why turn it off? It doesn’t hurt to leave it on a lower thermostat position.

For longer periods the pilot only may be left on as follows: Turning the control knob ‘2’ clockwise to the ‘white band’ position.

To turn it off completely:

1. Turn the control knob clockwise to the ‘black dot’ position.
2. Turn the main gas cock ‘1’ through 90 degrees, until the line marked on the cock, is across the gas pipe.
3. If your cooker has an electricity supply, this should be turned off as well. This turns both pilot and main burner off

Turning on the Mk 3 Burner (Maxitrol)

1. Switch on electricity supply to Aga (Power flue models only)
2. Turn thermostat knob ‘B’ fully clockwise to lowest position ‘1’
3. Ensure main gas cock ‘C’ is turned on. Use a coin or screwdriver.
4. Turn the main control knob ‘A’ anti clockwise until it reaches a stop at the ignition position (fig 5)
5. Press knob downwards and hold for 5 seconds.
6. Pilot flame should have ignited and be visible through the viewing window at ‘D’. if not, repeat steps 4& 5
7. After the pilot has ignited, continue holding button ‘A’ down for a further 10 seconds.
8. Release button and continue turning round to ‘On’ position, when main burner should ignite. (fig 7)
9. Turn knob ‘B’ anticlockwise to low-fire position ‘2’. (Fig 8A) and leave for about 30minutes.
10. Rotate knob ‘B’ to a position between ‘6 & 7’ to achieve normal running temperature.

If problems persist, please call your Aga service engineer.

Turning off the MK3 Burner (Maxitrol)

If your Aga is only to be left for a few days, why turn it off? It doesn’t hurt to leave it on a lower thermostat position.

For longer periods the pilot only may be left on as follows: Either switch off the electricity supply to the Aga (where provided) or turn knob ‘B’ to position ‘1’

To turn it off completely:

1. Turn the control knob ‘A’ clockwise to the ‘OFF’ position.
2. Turn the main gas cock ‘1’ through 90 degrees, until the line marked on the cock, is across the gas pipe.
3. If your cooker has an electricity supply, this should be turned off as well.

This turns both pilot and main burner off.