1.1 For your safety
You must not operate the appliance if it is damaged.
When connecting electrical appliances in the pro-
ximity of the appliance, make sure that connecting
leads do not come into contact with hot cooking
surfaces!
As the user, you yourself are responsible for
maintenance and proper use in the household.
Only ever operate the appliance under supervision.
Make sure that the burner parts are correctly fitted.
The appliance must only be operated with a wok, a
pot or a pan on a ring.
Note:
If you have fitted the appliance cover VD 201-010
(special accessory) on the appliance, it must not be
closed until the appliance has cooled down
completely. Do not operate the appliance with the
cover closed! Heat development may damage the
appliance and the cover. Do not use the appliance
cover as a surface for placing objects or for
keeping things warm.
Note:
The appliance must not be combined with hob
ventilators (VL 041/051).
Important:
the appliance heats up during
operation. Keep children away
Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaning
apparatus or with water pressure –
risk of short-
circuits!
Isolate the appliance from the mains during every
maintenance operation. To do this, remove the
mains plug or actuate the corresponding fuse.
Close the gas supply.
Repairs must be carried out by authorised
specialists, thus ensuring electrical safety.
No warranty claims can be lodged for any damage
resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
Observe
caution
with oils and fats. They may
overheat and burn easily. Foodstuffs that are
prepared in fat and oil (e.g. French fries) must only
be prepared under constant supervision!
Technical modifications reserved.
1.2 Operating for the first time
Before operating the appliance for the first time,
please pay attention to the following notes:
The appliance must only be connected by an
authorised specialist.
Read through these instructions attentively before
operating the appliance for the first time.
Note:
The rating plate for this appliance is included on
a separate sheet. Keep the rating plate in a safe
place along with your operating and assembly
instructions.
Remove the packaging from the appliance and
dispose of it properly.
Keep packaging elements away from children.
Thoroughly clean the appliance and accessories
before using them for the first time. This will
eliminate any “newness" smells and soiling (see
chapter entitled “Cleaning and care").
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