Warning and Safety instructions
Appliance faults
In the event of damage or a defect, switch off the appliance immedi-
ately. Turn off the gas supply tap, and disconnect completely from the electricity supply. If the appliance has not yet been fully installed, the electricity cable must be disconnected from the supply point. If connected via a plug and socket, switch off at the socket and withdraw the plug. Contact the Service Department.
Do not reconnect the appliance to the mains electricity supply until after it has been repaired.
If there is any damage to the ceramic surface the appliance
must be disconnected from the mains electricity and gas supplies immediate- ly and not used until it has been repaired. Danger of electric shock.
Repairs to the gas and electrical components of this appliance must
only be carried out by a suitably qualified person. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be very dangerous and could damage the appliance. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work. Never open the housing of the appliance.
While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer. Otherwise the guarantee is invalidated.
Further safety notes
When using an electric socket near the appliance, care should be
taken that the cable of the electrical appliance does not come into contact with the hot appliance. The insulation on the cable could become damaged, giving rise to an electric shock hazard.
Always ensure that food is sufficiently cooked or reheated.
Many factors will affect the overall cooking time, including the size and amount of food and its temperature. Some foods, e.g. poultry, may contain
Do not use plastic or aluminium foil containers. These melt at high
temperatures and could catch fire.
Spray canisters, aerosols and other inflammable substances must not
be stored in a drawer under the hob. Cutlery inserts must be
If the appliance has not been used for a longer period of time it should be thoroughly cleaned before it is used
again. It is also advisable to have the appliance tested for safety. This should be done at regular intervals.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by
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