General instructions
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This appliance may be used by children from the age of 8 and by people of reduced physical and mental
ability or lacking in experience and knowledge, provided they are supervised or instructed on the safe
use of the appliance and if they understand the associated risks. Do not allow children to play with the
appliance. Do not allow unsupervised children to perform cleaning or maintenance operations.
If cracks or fissures form, or if the glass ceramic cooking surface breaks, turn off the appliance
immediately. Disconnect the power supply and call Technical Support.
Do not leave the induction hob unattended when switched on.
Never attempt to repair the appliance. All repairs must be carried out by an authorised technician or at
an authorised service centre. The improper use of tools can cause hazards.
This appliance must not be controlled using an external timer or remote control system.
Be aware of how rapidly the cooking zones heat up. Do not place empty saucepans on the heat. Danger
of overheating.
Fats and oils can catch fire if they overheat. You are therefore recommended not to leave the appliance
unattended while preparing foods containing oils or fats. If fats or oils catch fire, never put water on them.
Place the lid on the saucepan and turn off the cooking zone.
Take care when using additional electrical appliances in the kitchen (e.g. blender, toaster etc.).
Connection cables must not come into contact with hot cooking zones.
Do not use steam jets for cleaning the appliance.
The steam could reach the electronics, damaging them and causing short-circuits.
Never place metal objects, such as dishes or cutlery, on the induction hob surface as they may overheat.
Danger of burns!
Do not spray any spray products near the household appliance while it is in operation. Do not use spray
products while the appliance is still hot. The gases contained in spray cans may catch fire.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or things caused by non-
observance of the above prescriptions or by interference with any part of the appliance or by the
use of non-original spare parts.