Safety Information

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

lRemove all packing from inside the oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.

lUnderstand the controls prior to using the appliance.

lKeep children away from the appliance when grilling as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after use.

lTurn controls off when you have finished cooking and when not in use.

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

lUse dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.

lPlace 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.

lTake care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.

lTurn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and allow the appliance to cool.

lMake sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven.

lKeep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.

lTake care when removing items from the grill when the lower oven is on as the contents will be hot.

lKeep the appliance clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.

lFollow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.

lKeep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.

lRefer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.

lTake care to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven, as during use the oven becomes hot.

lBefore operating the product, remove all plastic film from the sides of the appliance.

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