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Safety information
6005737_0 – 31.03.2021
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Safety information
1.1
Proper intended use
The device serves to extract cooking vapours.
The device is intended exclusively for private domestic use.
The device must only be used with original filters from the
manufacturer.
It is only permitted to use the device when it is in technically
flawless condition and after correct installation.
Any other use shall be considered improper use.
Reading and observing this manual are also part of the
proper use of the device.
1.2
Authorised target groups
Electrical work only to be undertaken by qualified electricians
per DIN VDE 0100. Requirements on qualified electricians:
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Knowledge of the basics of electrics.
y
Knowledge of country-specific regulations and standards
(e.g. in Germany, DIN VDE 0100, part 701).
y
Knowledge of the applicable safety regulations.
y
Knowledge of the relevant legal requirements for gas
installations (e.g. in Germany the technical rules for gas
installations TRGI).
y
Knowledge of this manual.
Installation and repair only by qualified specialist personnel.
Requirements on qualified specialist personnel:
y
Knowledge of the regulations on safety at work.
y
Knowledge of fastening systems.
y
Basic knowledge of ventilation systems.
y
Experienced in using electrical and mechanical tools.
y
Ability to read technical drawings.
y
Knowledge of this manual.
Operation, cleaning and maintenance by the user.
Requirements for the user:
y
Knowledge of this manual.
There are separate requirements for the following users:
y
Children from 8 years and older.
y
Persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental
capabilities.
y
Persons with a lack of experience and knowledge.
These users are only permitted to carry out operation,
cleaning and maintenance. Special requirements:
y
Users are supervised.
y
Users are instructed with regard to safe use of the device.
y
Users understand the hazards involved with the device.
y
Children may not play with the device.
1.3
General safety instructions
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WARNING!
Hazard through a disregard of the operating and
installation instructions!
This manual contains important information for the safe
handling of the device. Separate reference is made to
possible hazards.
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Read through this manual thoroughly.
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Follow the safety instructions in this manual.
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Store the manual in an accessible location.
Naked flames can damage the device and can cause fires.
y
Gas operation only with low gas flames (not rising above
the edge of the base of the pots).
y
Do not flambé underneath the device.
y
No unattended deep frying underneath the device.
The use of the device is forbidden under the following
circumstances:
y
If necessary safety devices are missing
(e.g. with simultaneous use of a heating point which uses
air from the room as its oxygen supply).
y
If essential approvals are missing (e.g. from chimney
sweeps).
y
In potentially explosive atmospheres.
y
If the device or individual components are damaged.
y
In the event of unauthorised alterations or changes to the
device.
y
If liquid has penetrated the device.
y
When heavily soiled.
y
For children under 8 years old and persons who would
not be able to properly assess the hazards associated with
handling the device.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage occurring in
the following circumstances:
y
Disregard of this manual.
y
Improper use of the device.
y
Improper installation and handling of the device.
y
Use of the device by unauthorised target groups.
y
Bypassing safety equipment on the device.
y
The use of spare parts (e.g. mains cables) that were not
produced or approved by the manufacturer.
Further safety instructions can be found in the respective
relevant chapters of this manual.
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“3.1 Safety instructions for installation” (page 8).
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“4.1 Safety instructions for operation” (page 19).
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“5.1 Safety instructions for cleaning” (page 23).
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