This safety information is provided in the interests of your safety. Please read it carefully before installing or using the hob. If you are unsure if the meaning of any of the warnings please contact our Customer Care Department.
Installation
•This appliance must be installed by a qualified electrician / competent person, according to the manufacturer’s instructions and to the relevant British Standards.
•Remove all packaging before using the appliance.
•Ensure the electrical supply complies with the type stated on the rating plate.
•Do not attempt to modify the hob in any way.
•Do not install the hob if the ceramic glass is damaged or cracked.
Child Safety
•This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to play near or with the appliance.
•The appliance gets hot when it is in use. Children should be kept away until it has cooled.
•Children can also injure themselves by pulling pots or pans off the hob.
During Use
•Only use the hob when it is fully installed.
•This hob is intended for domestic cooking only. It is not designed for commercial or industrial purposes.
•Ensure the power ON/OFF switch is off when the hob is not in use.
•When using other electrical appliances, ensure the cable does not come into contact with the hot surfaces of the hob.
•Do not use unstable or misshapen pans on the hob.
•Never leave the hob unattended when cooking with fat or oil.
•Never use plastic or aluminium foil dishes on the hob.
•The cooking zones heat up quickly when they are turned on. Only turn them on when a saucepan is on the cooking zone.
•The residual heat indicator will not operate if there is a power failure.
•Do not store temperature sensitive or inflammable materials (e.g. detergents or aerosols) in drawers or cupboards underneath the hob.
•The hob surface must not be used for storage or as a working area.
•Do not allow sugar (solid or liquid) or plastic to come into contact with the hob surface when hot.
•Clean the hob in accordance with the Maintenance and Cleaning instructions.
•Do not use the hob if the glass is damaged or becomes cracker, contact your local Service Force Centre.
Service
•This hob should only be repaired or serviced by an authorised Service Engineer and always insist on genuine spare parts.
Disposal
•Please dispose of any packaging material and old appliances at authorised disposal sites with due regard for the environment.
Safety Hints and information
Environmental information
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