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In general, do not place any metallic object except heating
containers on the glass surface. In case of untimely activation
or residual heat, they may heat, melt or even burn.
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Never cover the appliance with a cloth or a protection sheet.
This may become very hot and catch fire.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Precautions not to damage the appliance
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Raw pan bottoms or damaged saucepans (not enamelled cast
iron pots) may damage ceramic glass.
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Sand or other abrasive materials may damage ceramic glass.
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Avoid dropping objects, even little ones, on the vitroceramic.
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Do not hit the edges of the glass with saucepans.
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Make sure that the ventilation of the appliance is in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not put or leave empty saucepans on the vitroceramic hobs.
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Sugar, synthetic materials or aluminium sheets must not come
into contact with the heating zones. These may break or
damage the vitroceramic glass when cooling: switch on the
appliance and take them immediately out of the hot heating
zone (be careful not to burn yourself).
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WARNING: Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking
surface.
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Never place any hot container over the control panel.
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If a drawer is situated under the installed appliance, make sure
the space between the contents of the drawer and the base of
the appliance is large: at least (2 cm). This is essential to
guarantee correct ventilation.
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Never put flammable objects (ex. sprays) into the drawer under
the vitroceramic hob. Cutlery drawers must be resistant to heat.
