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When the appliance is unpacked, make sure that it is has not been damaged during transportation.
In the case of defect, do not use the appliance and contact a qualified service agent immediately. The
materials used for packaging (nylon, staplers, Styrofoam, etc.) may be harmful to children and they should
be collected and removed immediately.
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Protect your appliance from the atmosphere. Do not expose it to sun, rain, snow, dust or excessive
humidity.
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Materials around the appliance (i.e. cabinets) must be able to withstand a minimum temperature of
100°C.
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The appliance must not be installed behind a decorative door, in order to avoid overheating.
During use
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Do not put flammable or combustible materials in or near the appliance when it is operating.
Do not leave the oven unattended when cooking with solid or liquid oils. They may catch fire under extreme
heating conditions. Never pour water on to flames that are caused by oil, instead switch the cooker off and
cover the pan with its lid or a fire blanket.
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Always position pans over the center of the cooking zone, and turn the handles to a safe position so
they cannot be knocked or grabbed.
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If the product will not be used for a long period of time, turn the main control switch off. Turn the
gas valve off when a gas appliance is not in use.
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Make sure the appliance control knobs are always in the “0” (stop) position when the appliance is
not in use.
CAUTION
: The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat, moisture and products of
combustion in the room in which it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated especially when the
appliance is in use. Keep natural ventilation holes open or install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical
extractor
hood).
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Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, such as opening a
window, or for more effective ventilation, for example, increasing the level of mechanical ventilation where
necessary.
During cleaning and maintenance
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Make sure that your appliance is switched off at the mains before carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance operations.
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Do not remove the control knobs to clean the control panel.
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To maintain the efficiency and safety of your appliance, we recommend you always use original spare
parts and to call our authorized service agents when needed.
This appliance has been designed to be used only for home cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room)
is improper and dangerous. The operating instructions apply to several models. You may notice differences
between these instructions and your model.
Electrical Safety
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Plug the appliance in a grounded socket protected by a fuse conforming to the values specified in the
technical specifications chart.
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Have an authorized electrician set grounding equipment. Our company shall not be responsible for
the damages that shall be incurred due to using the product without grounding according to local regulations.
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The power supply cord (the cord with plug) shall not contact the hot parts of the appliance.
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If the power supply cord (the cord with plug) is damaged, this cord shall be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or equally qualified personnel to prevent a hazardous situation.
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Never wash the product by spraying or pouring water on it! There is a risk of electrocution.
