1 Safety precautions
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Under no circumstances use a steam cleaner to clean the ap-
pliance.
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Do not place metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons, lids
or aluminium foil on the hob as they can get hot.
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After use, switch the hob off using the controls and do not
rely on the pan detector.
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WARNING: It can be dangerous to leave the hob unattended
when cooking with fat or oil, as this can lead to fires. NEVER
attempt to extinguish a fire with water. Instead, switch the ap-
pliance off and then carefully smother the flames with, for ex-
ample, a lid or a fire blanket.
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WARNING: Never store objects on the hob due to the risk of
fire.
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WARNING: The cooking process should always be super-
vised. Shorter cooking processes, in particular, must be su-
pervised the entire time.
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Do not operate the appliance using an external time switch or
a separate remote control system.
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Instructions for use
Before using for the first time
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The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in
accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/
electrician carry out the necessary work.
Correct use
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The appliance is designed for use in the home for preparing food. No liabil-
ity is assumed for any damage caused by improper use or incorrect hand-
ling.
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Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any
electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Cus-
tomer Services or a similarly qualified person. Repairs if carried out incor-
rectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as
well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not work-
ing properly or in case of a repair order, follow the instructions given in the
'Repair service' section. Contact our Customer Services if necessary.
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