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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
After having unpacked the appliance, check to ensure that it is not damaged.
In case of doubt, do not use it and consult your supplier or a professionally qualified technician.
Packing elements (i.e. plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, packing straps, etc.) should not be
left around within easy reach of children, as these may cause serious injuries.
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Do not attempt to modify the technical characteristics of the appliance as this may become danger-
ous to use.
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Do not carry out cleaning or maintenance operations on the appliance without having previously
disconnected it from the electric power supply.
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After use, ensure that the knobs are in the off position.
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The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
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During and after use of the appliance, certain parts will become very hot. Do not touch hot parts.
Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.
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Keep children away from the appliance when it is in use.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Some appliances are supplied with a protective film on steel and aluminium parts. This film must be
removed before using the appliance.
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Make sure that electrical cables connecting other appliances in the proximity of the cooker cannot
come into contact with the hob or become entrapped in the oven door.
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Do not line the oven walls with aluminium foil. Do not place baking trays or the drip tray on the base
of the oven chamber.
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WARNING
When correctly installed, your product meets all safety requirements laid down for this
type of product category. However special care should be taken around the rear or the underneath
of the appliance as these areas are not designed or intended to be touched and may contain sharp
or rough edges, that may cause injury.
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Fire risk!
Do not store flammable material in the oven and in the drawer.
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Always use oven gloves when removing the shelves and food trays from the oven whilst hot.
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Do not hang towels, dishcloths or other items on the appliance or its handle – as this could be a fire
hazard.
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Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to drop on the glass ceramic hob. If the hob is cracked or other-
wise damaged by falling objects etc., disconnect the electrical power cord and call Customer Service.
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Do not scratch the hob with sharp objects. Don't use the hob as a work surface.
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Clean the oven regularly and do not allow fat or oils to build up in the oven base or tray. Remove
spillages as soon as they occur.
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Do not stand on the open oven door.
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Always stand back from the appliance when opening the oven door to allow steam and hot air to
escape before removing the food.
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This appliance is for domestic use only.
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Safe food handling: leave food in the oven for as short a time as possible before and after cooking.
This is to avoid contamination by organisms which may cause food poisoning. Take particular care
during warmer weather.
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The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or damage to property caused by incorrect
or improper use of the appliance.
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WARNING: Taking care NOT to lift the oven by the door handle.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: This appliance shall not be used as a space heater, especial-
ly if installed in marine craft or caravans.