1. Important notes
1.1 For your safety
–You must not operate the appliance if it is damaged.
–The appliance must only be connected by an authorised specialist, paying attention to the relevant regulations of the power supply companies and the regional construction regulations.
Observe the assembly instructions!
–When connecting electrical appliances and devices in the proximity of cooking surfaces and ovens, make sure that connecting cables do not become jammed under the hot oven door or come into contact with hot cooking surfaces.
–As the user, you yourself are responsible for maintenance and proper use in the household.
–Only ever operate the appliance under supervision. Observe caution with oils and fats. Overheated oils and fats can easily cause fires. Important: the appliance heats up during operation. Keep children away.
–Do not operate the cooking positions without pots and pans placed on them.
–Note: to avoid jeopardising the electrical safety of the appliance, it is forbidden to use high- pressure or steam jet cleaning devices.
–Isolate the appliance from the mains during every maintenance operation. To do this, remove the mains plug or actuate the corresponding fuse.
–Repairs must be carried out by authorised specialists, thus ensuring electrical safety.
–No warranty claims can be lodged for any damage resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
–Do not store any substances that are sensitive to high temperatures, or which pose a fire hazard (e.g. cleaning agents or spray cans), in drawers or cupboards under the appliance.
Technical modifications reserved.
1.2 Operating for the first time
Before operating the appliance for the first time, please pay attention to the following notes:
–The appliance must only be connected by an authorised specialist.
–Keep the rating plate (on the enclosed sheet) in the same place as the operating and assembly instructions.
–Read through these instructions attentively before operating your appliance for the first time.
–Remove the packaging from the appliance and dispose of it properly. When unpacking the appliance, make sure you do not damage its seal.
Pay attention to the fact that there are accessories in the base of the packaging. Keep packaging elements away from children.
–Thoroughly clean the appliance and accessories before using them for the first time. This will eliminate any 'newness' smells and soiling (see chapter entitled “Cleaning and care”).
–Tip: If you have a glass insurance, we recommend that you have your new glass- ceramic cooking range included.
–Operation of the appliance must be dis- continued immediately if improper use produces cracks, breaks or flaws on the cooking surface, with the result that live parts can come into contact directly or indirectly with seeping liquid or if there is a risk of injury. Remove the mains plug or actuate the corresponding mains fuse. Inform
–Before operating the appliance for the first time, make sure that the mains connection is in proper working order.
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