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BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
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Read the instructions carefully before installing and using the appliance.
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After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not damaged. In case of doubt, do not
use the appliance and contact your supplier or a qualified engineer.
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Remove all packaging and do not leave the packing material (plastic bags, polystyre-
ne, bands etc) in easy reach of children as they may cause serious injury. The packa-
ging materials are recyclable.
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The appliance should be installed and all the electrical connections made by a quali-
fied engineer in compliance with local regulations in force and following the manufac
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turer’s instructions.
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Do not attempt to modify the technical properties of the appliance, as it may become
dangerous to use.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
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Do not carry out any cleaning or maintenance without first disconnecting the appliance
from the electrical supply.
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During and after use of the hob, certain parts will become hot. Do not touch hot parts.
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After use always ensure that the controls are in the OFF position.
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Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children.
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Keep children away from the hob during use.
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Children, or persons with a disability which limits their ability to use the appliance,
should have a responsible person to instruct them in its use. The instructor should
be satisfied that they can use the appliance without danger to themselves or their
surroundings.
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WARNING
When correctly installed, your product meets all safety requirements laid down for this
type of product category. However special care should be taken around the underne-
ath of the appliance as this area is not designed or intended to be touched and may
contain sharp or rough edges, that may cause injury.
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Fire Risk!
Do not leave inflammable materials on the Hob top.
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Make sure that electrical cords connecting other appliances in the proximity cannot
come in to contact with the Hob top.
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Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to drop on the glass ceramic hob.
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Do not scratch the hob with sharp objects. Don’t use the hob as a work surface.
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Before disposing of an unwanted appliance, it is recommended that it is made inope-
rative and that all potentially hazardous parts are made harmless.
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Important:
This appliance has been designed for domestic use only. The applian-
ce is NOT suitable for use within a semi-commercial, commercial or communal envi-
ronment.
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If the supply cord (not supplied with the appliance) is damaged, it must be re-
placed by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
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Do not operate your appliance by means of an external timer or separate remote-
control system.
