Indesit K3E11/R manual Important safety warnings, always use original Spare Parts

Important safety warnings

To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend:

•call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer

•always use original Spare Parts

1This appliance is intended for nonprofessional use within the home.

2These instructions are only for those countries whose sym- bols appear in the booklet and on the serial no. plate of the appliance.

3This owner’s manual is for a class 1 appliance (insu- lated) or class 2, subclass 1 appliances (installed be- tween two cabinets.

4Before using your appliance, read the instructions in this owner’s manual carefully since it provides all the informa- tion you need to ensure safe installation, use and mainte- nance. Always keep this owner’s manual close to hand since you may need to refer to it in the future.

5When you have removed the packing, check that the appli- ance is not damaged. If you have any doubts, do not use the appliance and contact your nearest Ariston Service Centre. Never leave the packing components (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within the reach of children since they are a source of potential danger.

6The appliance must be installed only by a qualified techni- cian in compliance with the instructions provided.The manu- facturer declines all liability for improper installation, which may result in personal injury and damage to property.

7The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaran- teed if it is correctly and efficiently earthed, in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always ensure that the earthing is efficient. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified technician to check the system. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage resulting from a system which has not been earthed.

8Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that the specifications indicated on the date plate (on the appli- ance and/or packaging) correspond with those of the electrical and gas systems in your home.

9Check that the electrical capacity of the system and sock- ets will support the maximum power of the appliance, as indicated on the data plate. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified technician.

10An omnipolar switch with a contact opening of at least 3 mm or more is required for installation.

11If the socket and appliance plug are not compatible, have the socket replaced with a suitable model by a qualified technician, who should also check that the cross-section of the socket cable is sufficient for the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adaptors, multiple sockets and/ or extensions, is not recommended. If their use cannot be avoided, remember to use only single or multiple adapters and extensions which comply with current safety regula- tions. In these cases, never exceed the maximum current capacity indicated on the individual adaptor or extension and the maximum power indicated on the multiple adapter.

12Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not in use. Switch off the main switch and gas supply when you are not using the appliance.

13The openings and slots used for ventilation and heat dis- persion must never be covered.

14The user must not replace the supply cable of this appli- ance. Always contact an after-sales service centre which has been authorised by the manufacturer if the cable has been damaged or needs replacement.

15This appliance must be used for the purpose for which it

was expressly designed. Any other use (e.g. heating rooms) is considered to be improper and consequently danger- ous. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage re- sulting from improper and irresponsible use.

16 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.

•Do not use the appliance barefooted.

•Do not use extensions, but if they are necessary, cau- tion must be exercised.

•Never pull the power supply cable or the appliance to unplug the appliance plug from the mains.

•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.

17 Always unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the main switch before cleaning or carrying out mainte- nance.

18 If you are no longer using an appliance of this type, re- member to make it unserviceable by unplugging the appli- ance from the mains and cutting the supply cable. Also make all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance safe, above all for children who could play with the appliance.

19To avoid accidental spillage do not use cookware with un- even or deformed bottoms on the electric plates. Turn the handles of pots and pans inwards to avoid knocking them over accidentally.

20Never use flammable liquids such as alcohol or gasoline, etc. near the appliance when it is in use.

21When using small electric appliances near the hob, keep the supply cord away from the hot parts.

22Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/”¡” position when the appliance is not in use.

23When the appliance is in use, the heating elements and some parts of the oven door become extremely hot. Make sure you don’t touch them and keep children well away.

24If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the pedestal itself.

25Clean the glass part of the oven door using a sponge and a non-abrasive cleaning product, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough abrasive material or sharp metal scrapers as these could scratch the surface and cau- se the glass to crack.

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