Safety is a good habit to get into
Before using your appliance, read the instructions in this owner's manual carefully since it contains all the instructions you require to ensure safe installation, use and maintenance. Always keep this owner's manual close to hand as you may need to refer to it in the future.
1.This appliance is designed for
2.When you have removed the packing, check whether the appliance is intact. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified professional before using the appliance. Never leave the packing components (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within the reach of children since these are a source of potential danger.
3.The appliance must only be installed by a qualified person in compliance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer. The latter denies all responsibility for improper installation which may harm persons and animals and damage property.
4.The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if the latter is correctly and efficiently earthed, in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always ensure that the earthing is efficient; if you have any doubts, call in a qualified technician to check the electrical system thoroughly. The manufacturer denies all responsibility for damage resulting from a system which has not been earthed.
5.The openings used for ventilation and dispersion of heat must never be obstructed.
6.The user must not replace the power supply cable of this appliance. Always call an
7.This appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was expressly designed. Any other use (such as heating a room) is considered to be improper and consequently dangerous. The manufacturer denies all responsibility for damage resulting from improper use of the appliance.
8.A number of fundamental rules must be followed when using electrical appliances. The following are of particular importance:
•do not touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet
•never use the appliance barefoot, do not use extensions, but if these are necessary caution must be exercised.
•never pull on the power supply cable or the appliance itself to unplug it from the mains socket.
•never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun, etc.).
•do not allow children or persons who are not familiar with the appliance to use it, without supervision.
9.Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before cleaning or performing any maintenance operations.
10.If the appliance malfunctions and/or breaks down, turn it off. For all repairs, call only an authorised
11.Cut the power supply cable after disconnecting it from the power mains when you decide not to use the appliance any longer. Also make all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance safe, above all for children who could play with the appliance.
12.Remember to keep children away from the appliance when you use the grill or oven, since these parts become very hot.
13.When the appliance is in use, it becomes quite hot. Take care not to touch the heating elements inside the oven.
14.Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/” ¡”position when the appliance is not in use.
15.Use oven gloves to place cookware in the oven or when removing it;
16.Never use the oven to store inflammable material.
17.Never use flammable liquids such as alcohol or petrol, etc. near the appliance when it is in use.
First use
The first time you use your appliance, we recommend that you set the thermostat to the highest setting (250°C) and leave the oven on for about half an hour with nothing in it.
Then let the room air. The odour that is often detected during this initial use is due to the evaporation of substances used to protect the oven during storage and until it is installed.
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