Indesit K 601 V.C/G manual To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance, we recommend

Important

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 non-professional use within the home.

2These instructions are only for those countries whose symbols appear in the booklet and on the matriculation plate of the appliance.

3This owner’s manual is for a class 1 appliance (installed independently) or class 2, sub-class 1 appliances (installed between two cabinets).

4Before using your appliance, read your owner’s manual carefully since it provides important instructions for the safe installation, use and maintenance of your cooker. Keep in a safe place for future reference.

5After unpacking the appliance, check that it is undamaged and that no parts are missing. If you are in any doubt, consult a qualified technician. All packaging, (plastics bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) should be kept out of the reach of children as it could be dangerous.

6The appliance must be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions by a qualified technician. Improper installation may cause damage to persons, animals or objects for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible.

7The electrical safety of this appliance is guaranteed only if it is connected to a properly earthed system which complies with the electrical safety standards in force. This fundamental safety requirement is to be verified in any case. If you have any doubts, consult a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damages caused by an appliance which has not been earthed.

8Before connecting the appliance, check that the information on the data plate corresponds to the electric mains of your home.

9Check that the electric capacity of the system and sockets correspond to the maximum power of the appliance indicated on the data plate. If in doubt, call a qualified technician.

10When installing the appliance, an omnipolar circuit- breaker with a minimum contact opening of 3 mm must be used.

11Should the socket and the plug of the appliance be incompatible, the socket must be replaced by a skilled electrician, who is also to check if the cross-section of the socket cables will support the absorbed power of the appliance. Adaptors, multiple sockets and/or extension leads should generally not be used.

12Do not leave the appliance unnecessarily ON. Turn off the mains switch when the appliance is not being used.

13Ventilation and heat dispersion outlets should always be unobstructed.

14 Never replace the power supply cable yourself. Damaged cables may only be replaced by an authorised service centre.

15 This appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it has been designed. Any other use (for example: heating rooms) must be considered improper and, therefore, dangerous. The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from improper, incorrect and negligent use.

16 The use of any electrical appliance involves the observance of some basic rules. In particular:

·do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet

·do not use the appliance whilst barefoot

·do not use extension leads other than with the utmost caution

·do not pull the supply cable or the appliance itself to disconnect the plug from the socket.

·do not expose the appliance to weather agents (rain, sun, etc.)

·do not allow unsupervised children or inexperienced persons to use the appliance

17 Always disconnect the appliance before cleaning it or carrying out maintenance work by turning off the mains switch or removing the plug from the socket.

18 If you decide to stop using this appliance, it is recommended that the supply cable is cut and that all parts of the appliance are removed, particularly for the safety of children who might use the appliance as a toy.

19Use only stable, flat-based pans.They should be placed on the hobs with the handles turned inwards so that they are not accidentally knocked off.

20Some parts of the appliance, in particular the electric plates, remain hot for a long time after use. Be careful not to touch them.

21Do not use flammable liquids (alcohol, petrol...) near the appliance when in use.

22When using small household appliances near the cooker hobs, make sure that the power supply cable does not touch any hot parts.

23Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/”o” position when the appliance is not in use.

24When 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.

25If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the pedestal itself.

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