Before first use
Rating plate
•This is usually situated on the front frame of the appliance and can be seen upon opening the door.
Alternatively the rating plate may also be found on the back or top of some models (where applicable).
•Do not remove the rating plate from the appliance as this may invalidate the guar- antee.
Preparing to use your appliance
•Carefully check whether there is any dam- age after you unpack the appliance. If there is any defect; do not use the appliance and contact your retailer immediately. As the ma- terials used for packaging (nylon, stapler, Styrofoam etc.) may cause harmful effects to children, they should be collected and re- moved immediately.
•For your safety wall coverings at the rear of the appliance should be securely fixed to the wall.
•Wipe over the base of the oven(s) with a soft cloth using hot soapy water. Wash the oven furniture before use.
•We suggest that you run the oven(s) and grill for 10 – 15 minutes at maximum tempera-
ture, to burn off any residue from their sur- faces. Accessible parts may become hotter than in normal use. Children should be kept away. During this period an odour may be emitted, it is therefore advisable to open a window for ventilation.
Condensation and steam
•When food is heated it produces steam simi- lar to a boiling kettle. The vents allow some of this steam to escape. However, always stand back from the appliance when opening the door(s) to allow any build up of steam or heat to release.
•If the steam comes into contact with a cool surface on the outside of the appliance, e.g. a trim, it will condense and produce water droplets. This is quite normal and is not caused by a fault on the appliance.
•To prevent discolouration, regularly wipe away condensation and foodstuff from sur- faces.
Cookware
•Do not use baking trays larger than 25cmx30cm (10") (12") as they will restrict the circulation of heat and may affect per- formance.
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