For Your Safety
When used properly your Hotpoint 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.
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●Always make sure you remove all packing 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 grilling as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after use.
●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 place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot become heated by other hotplate/pans.
●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 items from the grill when the lower oven is on as the contents will 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.
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIP PAN FIRE 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 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.