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indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in
the instructions for use as suitable or hob guards
incorporated in the appliance. The use of
inappropriate guards can cause accidents.
Periodically check that there are no gas leaks in
the pipe that connects the cooker to the gas
bottle or the supply line; replace it upon expiry
When the cooker is not in use, ensure that all
the knobs are in the off position; furthermore, if it
is unused for a period of time, shut off the gas
bottle valve and the supply valve, as well as the
appliance’s mains electricity supply.
Keep the burners, covers and flame diffusers
clean in order to ensure optimum operation.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive powders and
corrosive substances that could scratch.
The cover is made of hardened glass. Do not
close it when the burners or electric plate are on,
or still hot, as this could break the glass and
create a hazard.
If the glass ceramic surface should ever get
broken, unplug the appliance and contact an
authorized centre.
Remove any objects from the top of the cover
before opening it.
Do not cover the bottom of the oven with an
aluminum foil and do not place the aluminum