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Instructions and Installation
Deep-fat frying presents more dangers in your kitchen
• Never fill a chip pan (or other deep fat fryer) more than one-third
full of oil.
• Do not use a fire extinguisher on a pan of burning oil – the force of
the extinguisher can spread the fire and create a fireball.
Safety when working with gas
• Any works on gas equipment and systems may only be carried out
by authorised qualified persons who are Gas Safe registered.
• Prior to the installation, ensure that local distribution conditions
(nature of gas and gas pressure) and the adjustment of the
appliance are compatible.
• The appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation
device. It shall be installed and connected accordance with current
installation regulations. Particular attention shall be given to the
relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
• The use of gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat
and moisture in the room in which it is installed. Ensure that the
kitchen is well ventilated: keep natural ventilation holes open or
install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical extractor hood).
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional
ventilation, for example increasing the level of mechanical ventilation
where present.
• Good combustion is required in gas appliances. In case of
incomplete combustion, carbon monoxide (CO) might develop.
• Clean the gas burners regularly. The flames should be blue
and burn evenly.
• Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and very toxic gas,
which has a lethal effect even in very small doses.
• Gas appliances and systems must be regularly checked for
proper functioning. Connections, hoses, clamps etc. should be
checked regularly.
• Request information about gas emergency telephone numbers
and safety measures in case of gas smell from you local gas provider.
