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• If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufac-
turer, the manufacturer’s service
agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
• Warning: If the surface is cracked,
switch off the appliance to avoid
the possibility of electric shock
from hob surfaces of glass-cera-
mic or similar materials that pro-
tect live parts.
• Metallic objects such as knives,
forks, spoons and lids should not
be placed on the hob surface, as
they may get hot
• Do not use a steam cleaner near
the appliance
• Do not use a steam cleaner to
clean your hob.
• The appliance is not intended to
be operated by means of an ex-
ternal timer or separate remote-
control system.
• WARNING: Danger of fire: do not
store items on the cooking surfa-
ces.
• The cooking process must be
supervised. A short-term cooking
process must be supervised conti-
nuously.
• WARNING: Unattended cooking
on a hob with fat or oil can be
dangerous and may result in fire.
NEVER try to extinguish a fire with
water; instead, switch off the app-
liance and then cover the flame
with a lid or a fire blanket for ex-
ample.
• This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including child-
ren) with reduced physical, senso-
ry 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 respon-
sible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• After use, switch off the hob ele-
ment at the controls and do not
rely on the pan detector.
1.3 Operation and
maintenance
1.3.1 Electrical shock hazard
• Do not cook on a broken or crack-
ed hob. If the hob surface should
break or crack, switch the appli-
ance off immediately at the mains
power supply (wall switch) and
contact a qualified technician.
• Switch the hob off at the wall be-
fore cleaning or maintenance.
• Failure to follow this advice may
result in electrical shock or death.
1.3.2 Health hazard
• This appliance complies with elec-
tromagnetic safety standards.
• However, individuals with cardiac
pacemakers or other electrical
implants (such as insulin pumps)
must consult with their doctor or
implant manufacturer before using