Westinghouse WHC322BA, User Manual

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SAFETY
SAFETY
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy
place for later reference.
TIPS & INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
Important – check for any damages or marks
If you find the appliance is damaged or marked, you must
report it within 7 days if you wish to claim for damage/
marks under the manufacturer’s warranty. This does not
affect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS
ENVIRONMENT
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please
dispose of those materials through your local
recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate
collection containers.
• If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities and ask for the correct method
of disposal.
WARNING
WARNING
These warnings have been provided in the interest of
safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing
or using the appliance.
• An authorised person must install this appliance and carry
out servicing. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained)
• This appliance must be earthed.
• In order to avoid any potential hazard, the enclosed
installation instructions must be followed.
• Do not modify this appliance.
• This appliance must not be used as a space heater.
• Ensure the appliance is switched off before cleaning.
This can be done by switching off the appliance via
the powerpoint or isolating switch (if available), or the
switchboard.
• Do not use steam cleaners, as this may cause
moisture build up.
• Always keep the appliance clean.
• Do not use the appliance as a storage area or work
surface.
• Do not place or store flammable liquids, highly
inflammable materials or fusible objects (e.g. plastic
film, plastic, aluminium) on or near the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance on unattended.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• Accessible parts will become hot when in use. To
avoid burns and scalds children should be kept away.
• During use, this appliance becomes hot. Care should
be taken to avoid touching hot surfaces.
• Ensure that all electrical cables are kept well clear of
the appliance during use.
• Overheated fats and oils can ignite very quickly.
When cooking with fat or oil do not leave the
appliance unattended.
• Switch the cooking zones off after each use.
• To maintain safe operation, it is recommended
that the product be inspected every 5 years by an
authorised service person.
• In the event of faults with the appliance or damage
to the glass ceramic (cracks, scratches or splits), the
appliance must be switched off and disconnected
from the electrical supply to prevent the possibility of
an electric shock.
WARNING
CAUTION
Read the following carefully to avoid damage to the
appliance.
• Before using the appliance, ensure that all packing
materials are removed from the appliance. Remove
stickers and film from the glass ceramic.
• Wipe away protective oil using a mild detergent and
a clean damp cloth.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners,
steel wool or wax polishes on this appliance.
• With the exception of razor blade scrapers designed
for ceramic glass cleaning, (provided with some
models or available to purchase through our spare
parts) do not use sharp metal implements or utensils
on any surface, as these may leave permanent
scratches or marks.
• Always clean the appliance immediately after any
food spills.
• This appliance may only be used after being built
into a suitable benchtop according to the guidelines
provided.
• The glass ceramic can be damaged by objects falling
onto it. Care should be taken when using heavy
cookware to avoid damaging the glass top and edges.
• Cookware made of cast iron, cast aluminium or with
damaged bottoms can scratch the glass ceramic if
dragged across the surface. Cookware should be
lifted in and out of position rather than dragged or
pushed.
• Food that melts and boils over can burn onto the glass
ceramic surface and should be removed straight away.
• To avoid damaging the glass ceramic and cookware
do not allow saucepans or frying pans to boil dry.
• Do not use the cooking zones with empty cookware
or without cookware.
NOTE: You must read these warnings carefully before
installing or using the appliance. If you need assistance,
contact your Customer Care Centre. The manufacturer will
not accept liability, should these instructions or any other
safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS