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Spray canisters, aerosols and other inflammable substances should not be stored in a
drawer under the hob, if there is no shelf separating the drawer from the hob.
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Ensure the room in which the hob is installed has sufficient ventilation. In a small
kitchen it may be advisable to keep the door open if using the hob for an extended
period of time.
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The hob must not be set up or operated in the open air.
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Make sure all the components of the gas burners have been correctly assembled
before switching on.
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The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in
the room in which it has been installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated :
keep natural ventilation holes open or install a mechanical ventilation device
(extractor hood). Prolonged extensive use of the appliance may call for additional
ventilation, for example opening of a window or increasing the level of
mechanical ventilation
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If the burner flames accidently go out, turn off the burner and do not try to re-ignite
for at least 60 seconds.
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We have included this section for your safety. Please read this information carefully
before using your gas hob.
Safety notes
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Keep this user guide in a safe place, for reference.
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This hob is for domestic use only, and is not intended for commercial use.
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Do not let children access the hob or the controls.
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Do not use the hob to heat up a room. The high temperature could cause
inflammable objects nearby to catch fire.
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Do not use plastic or aluminium foil containers. These melt at higher temperatures
and could damage the surface. This is a potential fire hazard.
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In the event of damage or a defect, switch off the hob immediately. Turn off the gas
supply tap and disconnect completely from the electricity supply, then contact your
local service centre.
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Do not use the hob as a resting place for anything else, if the hob was still hot the
article could begin to melt or catch fire.
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Remove splashes of food especially fat from the hob, as these are potential fire
hazards.
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Never leave the hob unattended when cooking with oils or fats as they can overheat
and catch fire.
WARNING:
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The connection to the gas supply must be carried out by a qualified gas fitter, in
accordance with local and national safety regulations.
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The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by incorrect
installation or connection.
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Repairs to the gas and electrical components of this hob must only be carried out
by a suitably qualified person. Repairs by unauthorised people could be dangerous.
On no account open the outer casing of the hob.
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The burners in this hob are fitted with a flame sensing device that will shut of the gas
it the flame is extinguished due to it being blown out or if a pan has boiled over. This
safety device will require you to hold the gas knob down for a few seconds after the
flame has ignited. You should not have to hold the knob down for more than 10
seconds. If during cooking you find the flame has become extinguished, turn off the
gas with the control knob, wait for 60 seconds before relighting the burner.