Hotpoint UH 53 K, UH 53 W, UHS 53 X, UH 53 B manual SafetyInformation, Always, Never

SafetyInformation

When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain precautions that must be observed.

PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.

Always

•Always make sure you remove all packaging and literature from inside the oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.

•Always make sure you understand the controls prior to using the appliance.

•Always keep children away from the appliance when in use as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after cooking.

•Always make sure all controls are turned off when you have finished cooking and when not in use.

•Always stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to disperse.

•Always use dry, good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.

•Always take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.

•Always turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and allow the appliance to cool.

•Always make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven.

•Always keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.

•Always take care when removing utensils from the top oven when the main oven is in use as the contents may be hot.

•Always keep the appliance clean as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.

•Always follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.

•Always keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.

•Always refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.

•During use the oven becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

SAFETY ADVICE

IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN OR ANY OTHER PAN FIRE:

1.TURN OFF THE COOKER APPLIANCE AT THE WALL SWITCH.

2.COVER THE PAN WITH A FIRE BLANKET OR DAMP CLOTH, this will smother the flames and extinguish the fire.

3. LEAVE THE PAN TO COOL FOR AT LEAST 60
	GB
MINUTES BEFORE MOVING IT. Injuries are often
caused by picking up a hot pan and rushing
outside with it. NEVER USE A FIRE
EXTINGUISHER TO PUT OUT A PAN FIRE as the
force of the extinguisher is likely to tip the pan
over. Never use water to extinguish oil or fat
fires.

Never

•Never leave children unsupervised where a cooking appliance is installed as all cooking surfaces will be hot during and after use.

•Never allow anyone to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

•Never store items above the appliance that children may attempt to reach.

•Never remove the oven shelves whilst the oven is hot.

•Never heat up unopened food containers as pressure can build up causing the container to burst.

•Never store chemicals, food stuffs or pressurised containers in or on the appliance, or in cabinets immediately above or next to the appliance.

•Never operate the grill with the door closed as this will cause the appliance to overheat.

•Never use the appliance as a room heater.

•Never use the grill to warm plates.

•Never dry any items on the oven doors.

•Never install the appliance next to curtains or other soft furnishings.

•Never allow children to play with the appliance controls.

•Never use 'steam cleaners'.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

!The appliance should not be operated by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, by inexperienced individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These individuals should, at the very least, be supervised by someone who assumes responsibility for their safety or receive preliminary instructions relating to the operation of the appliance.

!The appliance must be used by adults only for the preparation of food, in accordance with the instructions outlined in this booklet. Any other use of the appliance (e.g. for heating the room) constitutes improper use and is dangerous. The manufacturer may not be held liable for any damage resulting from improper, incorrect and unreasonable use of the appliance.

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