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Make sure that you have removed all packaging, wrappings, stickers and films from the Extractor
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It is recommended that you clean the extractor’s surface before using for the first time.
Before using the Extractor
This appliance is for domestic extraction
purposes only. It must not be used for other
purposes. Commercial use will void the guarantee.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage
caused by improper use, installation or handling
errors
General
This product is not intended to be used by persons
with physical, sensory or mental disorders or
unlearned or inexperienced people (including
children) unless they are supervised by a person
who will be responsible for their safety or who will
instruct them accordingly in the use of the product.
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Connect the product to an earthed outlet
protected by a fuse of suitable capacity
as stated in the “Technical specifications”
table. Our company shall not be liable for
any problems arising due to the product not
being earthed in accordance with the local
regulations.
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Do not operate the product if the power cable
is damaged. Call qualified service agent.
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Do not carry out any repairs or modifications
on the product. However, you may remedy
some the problems that do not require any
repairs or modifications. See Troubleshooting,
at the rear of this manual.
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Never wash down the product with excessive
water, as there is the risk of electric shock!
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Never use the product when your judgment or
coordination is impaired by the use of alcohol
and/or drugs.
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Product must be disconnected from the mains
during installation, maintenance, cleaning and
repair procedures.
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Repair procedures must always be performed
by qualified service agents. The manufacturer
shall not be held responsible for damages
arising from procedures carried out by
unauthorised persons, which may also void
the guarantee.
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Keep all ventilation slots clear of obstructions,
as this may cause premature failure of the
appliance
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Do not trap the mains cable and do not route
it over surfaces which may become hot. The
cable insulation may melt and cause a fire as
a result of a short circuit.
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Make sure that the product function buttons
are switched off after every use.
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Product must be installed by a qualified person
in accordance with the regulations in force
otherwise, the guarantee may become void.
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The hood must be installed in accordance
with the installation instructions and all
measurements followed.
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If the cooker hood is installed for use above a
gas appliance then the provision for ventilation
must be in accordance with the Gas Safety
Codes of Practice BS.6172, BS.5440 &
BS.6891 (Natural Gas) and BS.5482 (LP Gas)
1994, the Gas Safety (Installation & Use)
Regulations, the Building Regulations issued
by the Department of the Environment, the
Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated)
Regulations issued by the Scottish
Development Department.
Safety