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SECURITY AND CARE DIRECTIONS
Appliance operation:
To avoid damage to persons and fittings read this
directive carefully before using the hob for the first
time.
Only use the hob after installing it correctly; it is
important to avoid any contact with electrical wire
components.
The hob is intended for domestic use only, not for
industrial use.
Use the appliance only to prepare food; other
application are at consumers own risk as they
can be dangerous. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any damages caused by incorrect
use of the appliance.
If there are children at home:
Use the control lock so children cannot switch on
the hob or modify its setting.
The appliance must be used only by adults who
are able to understand the indications in this
directive and on the appliance.
Do not permit children to play with the appliance.
To protect children ensure that any articles that
may interest them are removed form the proximity
of the hob.
Monitor children when they’re around hot cooking
pots as it is possible for them to upset these,
resulting in an explosion, fire or scorching.
Children should be not exposed to the packaging
of this appliance. The packaging should be
disposed of securely.
Using the appliance effectively
Do not use pots or pans with a rough bottom (i.e.
cast iron), because they could scratch the surface
of the hob. Also grains of sand or other granular
substances could cause scratches.
Make sure that sugar - liquefied or solid, plastic
or silver paper are never put on the hot cooking
areas. These materials melt and stick to the
surface and when they cool they can crack, break
or permanently damage the ceramic surface.
If these substances do reach the hot cooking
areas, switch off the hob and eliminate them with
an appropriate utensil as soon as possible while
the appliance is still hot.
Attention: It is important to clean the hob with
caution as the cooking areas in this instance
may be hot and there is the possibility of scalding
yourself.
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Make sure that the cooking vessel is externally
clean and dry (not greasy) before placing it on
the hob.
Never use vapor devices. The vapor pressure
could damage the surfaces and components
of the appliance permanently, for which the
manufacturer will not be responsible.
Never position hot cooking vessels on the control
panel area as the electronics situated under the
panel could be damaged.
If under the installed appliance there is a drawer,
its contents and the lower side of the applicance
is sufficient. Refer to installation diagrams.
To avoid burns
When the afterheat light is off there is no danger
of burning yourself or objects due to the hob
being hot.
Always use the appropriate handles on all
cooking vessels. Handles must not be wet or
damp as the dampness can increase the risk of
burns.
Do not heat sealed vessels, i.e. tin cans. The
resulting overpressure could cause the contents
to explode.
Take care not to throw objects or cutlery on the
appliance.
Do not use the appliance as a rest or work
surface.
Security and cares directions
Any objects or materials resting on the appliance
can burn, melt or heat.
Do not cover the hob with a cloth or a protective
film.
Monitor the hob when using fats and oils. These
can can overheat and it may be possible for them
to ignite.
If fats and oils used in cooking ignite, do not try
to extinguish the fire with water. Smother the fire
with a fire retardant blanket or an extinguisher.
Do not cook flambé dishes under the cooker
hood. Flames could reach the cooker hood and
result in a fire.
If there is a faulty appliance.
Call for professional technical assistance.
If a fault is found in the appliance, disconnect the
electricity to the hob.
Pay attention not to connect the appliance to the
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