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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Electrical safety
Please follow these instructions; otherwise the warranty will not cover any damage
that may occur.
1. The installation and connection of the new appliance must only be carried out by qualified
personnel.
2. Repairs to the appliance are only to be carried out by approved service persons. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. If your
appliance needs repairing, please contact your local Service Center.
3. The electrical connection may be made by incorporating a switch in the fixed wiring in
accordance with wiring regulations.
4. Flush-mounted appliances may only be operated following installation in suitable cabinets
and workplaces which conform to the relevant standards. This ensures sufficient protection
against electric shock as required by a certification body.
5. If your appliance malfunctions or fractures:
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Switch off all cooking zones, and contact the Service Center.
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If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Do not re-use your cooktop until the glass surface has been replaced.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Safety during use
1. This appliance may only be used for normal cooking and frying in the kitchen.
2. Do not use the appliance to heat the room.
3. Take care when plugging in electric appliances near the cooktop.
Connection leads must not come into contact with the hot surface.
4. Overheated fats and oils catch fire quickly. Be especially careful when cooking foods in
fat or oil.
5. Switch off the cooking zones after use.
6. Always keep the control panel clean and dry.
WARNING: INSTALLATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH ALL LOCAL, STATE AND
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES. This appliance must be properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician.
Failure to comply with the applicable codes may result in fire, property damage, personal
injury or death.
If the electric power supply does not meet the product specifications, consult with a licensed
electrician before proceeding with installation.
Save this documentation for review by local inspector.
