Omega OUM52X, Instruction Manual

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Important Safety Warnings
IMPORTANT : Read the assembly instruction section and safety precautions of this booklet carefully before
removing the contents of this carton.
1. In certain circumstances electrical appliances may be a safety hazard.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. Do not check the status of the filters whilst the cooker hood is operating.
4. Do not touch the light bulbs after use.
5. Do not disconnect the appliance with wet hands.
6. Do not disconnect the power supply by pulling on the cable.
7. Do not flambé/flame underneath the range hood.
8. Avoid free flame, as it may cause damage to the filters and can be a fire hazard.
9. Unplug the appliance before carrying out maintenance, cleaning or replacing lamps.
10. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorised service
centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
11. For indoor use only.
12. It is recommended to operate the range hood prior to cooking.
13. It is recommended to leave the range hood in operation for 15 minutes after cooking is
terminated in order to completely eliminate cooking vapours and odours.
14. Turn off the range hood when not in use.
15. Do not use the range hood if it is damaged, especially the supply cord and the case.
16. Do not immerse the range hood in liquid.
17. The exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from an
appliance burning gas or other fuels.
18. Regulations concerning the discharge of air have to be fulfilled.
19. There shall be adequate ventilation of the room when the range hood is used at the same time
as appliances burning gas of other fuels.
20. Clean the surface of the cooker hood regularly using a cloth moistened with denatured alcohol or
a non-abrasive liquid detergent.
21. There is a fire risk if cleaning is not carried out in accordance with the instructions.
22. The range hood must be mounted at a minimum distance of 60cm above the cooking surface.
23. CAUTION : Accessible parts may become hot when used with cooking appliances.
24. WARNING : Failure to install the screws or fixing device in accordance with these instructions
may result in electrical hazards.
25. Range hoods and other cooking fume extractors may adversely affect the safe operation of
appliances burning gas or other fuels (including those in other rooms) due to back flow of
combustion gases. These gases can potentially result in carbon monoxide poisoning. After
installation of a range hood or other cooking fume extractor, the operation of open flued gas
appliances should be tested by a competent person to ensure that back flow of combustion
gases does not occur.