Miele CS 1223 installation instructions Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety

~Individuals with a pacemaker or similar medical device:

Please note that an electromagnetic field develops when the combiset is turned on. It is not likely that this will affect the pacemaker or similar device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the device or your doctor.

~Keep magnetized items, e.g. credit cards, disks, etc. away from the combiset while in operation. Damage may result.

~Do not touch the combiset or the surrounding areas during or immediate- ly after use. The combiset may be hot even though it is dark in color. Wait until the residual heat indicators go out.

~Do not store items on the appliance when not in use. Items could melt or catch fire from residual heat or if the appliance is turned on inadvertently. Always switch the cooking zone(s) off after use.

~Flammable materials should not be stored on or near the appliance.

~If there is a drawer directly underneath the appliance, ensure that there is sufficient space between the drawer, its contents and the underside of the appliance to ensure sufficient ventilation.

~Metallic items kept in a drawer under the combiset can become hot when the appliance is used for a longer period of time. Use caution.

~Protect your hands with oven mitts or potholders when using the appliance. Use only dry, heat resistant potholders. Moist or damp potholders used on hot surfaces can result in steam burns. Do not let the potholder touch the hot heating elements. Do not use towels or other bulky items near the appliance.

~Do not heat unopened containers. Built-up pressure may cause the container to burst and result in injury.

~Do not flambé under an exhaust hood. Flames could be drawn up into the hood by the suction and the grease filters may ignite.

~Only use the wok supplied with the appliance. See "Use - Cookware". Risk of fire.

~Never cover the appliance with a cloth. A fire may result.

~Be aware of loose fitting or hanging garments when operating the appliance, they may present a fire hazard.

~Never leave a combiset unattended at high settings or when cooking with oil or fat. Overheated oil could ignite. Always heat oil slowly, monitoring it as it heats.

~Never heat an empty pan unless the pan manufacturer states that you can do so.

~Do not use water on grease fires. Smother or use a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher on any fire or flame.

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