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2. INSTALLATION AND
PREPARATION FOR USE
WARNING:
This appliance must be
installed by an authorised service
person or qualifi ed technician, according
to the instructions in this guide and in
compliance with the current local regula-
tions.
• Incorrect installation may cause harm
and damage, for which the manufac-
turer accepts no responsibility and the
warranty will not be valid.
• Prior to installation, ensure that the
local distribution conditions (electrici-
ty voltage and frequency) and the ad-
justments of the appliance are com-
patible. The adjustment conditions for
this appliance are stated on the label.
• The laws, ordinances, directives and
standards in force in the country of
use are to be followed (safety regula-
tions, proper recycling in accordance
with the regulations, etc.).
2.1 Instructions for the Installer
General instructions
• After removing the packaging ma-
terial from the appliance and its ac-
cessories, ensure that the appliance
is not damaged. If you suspect any
damage, do not use it and contact an
authorised service person or qualifi ed
technician immediately.
• Make sure that there are no fl amma-
ble or combustible materials in the
close vicinity, such as curtains, oil,
cloth etc. which may catch fi re.
• The worktop and furniture surround-
ing the appliance must be made of
materials resistant to temperatures
above 100°C.
• If a cooker hood or cupboard is to
be installed above the appliance, the
safety distance between cooktop and
any cupboard/cooker hood should be
as shown below.
• The appliance should not be installed
directly above a dishwasher, fridge,
freezer, washing machine or clothes
dryer.
• If the base of the appliance is acces-
sible by hand, a barrier made from a
suitable material must be fi tted below
the base of the appliance, ensuring
that there is no access to the base of
the appliance.
2.2 Installation of the Hob
The appliance is supplied with an instal-
lation kit including adhesive sealing ma-
terial, fi xing brackets and screws.
• Cut the aperture dimensions as
indicated in the fi gure. Locate the
aperture on the worktop so that, after
the hob is installed, the following
requirements are followed:
Minimum 65 cm
(with hood)
38 cm–55 cm
(with a vertical
cooker hood)
Minimum 70 cm
(without hood)
HOB
Minimum
42 cm
Minimum
42 cm