IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP
WARNING -
This appliance is only intended for residential cooking. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or injury caused by improper use or for uses other than those for which this appliance is intended.
When using your appliance follow basic safety precautions including the following:
To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance, continuity must
exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system. It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met. If there is any doubt, have the electrical system of the house checked by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for damages caused by the lack, or inadequacy, of an effective grounding system.
Only for frame/facet cooktops:
A small gap will be visible between cooktop and countertop for the first days after installation. The gap will decrease as the cooktop is used. The electrical safety of your appliance is warrantied despite the small gap.
Installation
Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by
a qualified technician in accordance with national and local safety regulations. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by incorrect installation or connection.
Do not connect the appliance to the main electrical supply using an
extension cord. Extension cords do not meet the safety requirements of this appliance.
Before servicing, disconnect the appliance from the main power
supply.
Use
Do not use the appliance until it has been properly installed in the
countertop.
This appliance is equipped with an overheating protection feature. See
"Overheating protection" for more information.
Never use the appliance to heat a room. Due to the high
temperatures radiated, objects left near the appliance could catch fire.
When the cooktop is turned on for an extended period of time, the
control panel may get warm. This is not a malfunction.
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