Instruction for Use

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Important
1 This appliance is intended for non-professional use within the home.
2 Before using the appliance, carefully read the instructions contained in this manual, as they provide important information
for ensuring safe installation, use and maintenance. Keep this manual as a reference guide.
3 Remove the packing and make sure the appliance hasn’t been damaged during transport. If you have any doubts, don’t use the
appliance. Call a qualified technician for assistance. For safety, keep packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, tacks, etc.)
away from children.
4 The appliance must be installed by a qualified technician in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. No liability for injury
or damage to persons, animals or property will be accepted by the manufacturer arising from failure to follow these instructions.
5 The electrical safety of this appliance is ensured only if it is correctly connected to an efficiently earthed system in accordance with
electrical safety regulations. Make sure this basic safety requirement has been complied with. If in doubt, have it checked by a
qualified technician. No liability for damage will be accepted by the manufacturer because of defective earthing.
6 Before connecting the appliance, make sure the specifications on the rating plate correspond with those of your power supply.
7 Check that your supply and sockets are sufficient for the total load taken by your appliance which is stated on the rating plate. If
you have any doubts, contact a qualified technician for service.
8 A multipole circuit breaker with a space between contacts of 3 mm or more must be fitted for installation
9 If the socket and cooker plug are not compatible, have the socket replaced with a suitable model by a qualified technician who
should also check that the cross-section of the socket cable is suited to the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adaptors,
multiple sockets and/or extensions, is not recommended. If their use can not be avoided, remember to use only single or multiple
adapters and extensions which comply with current safety regulations. In these cases, never exceed the maximum current capacity
indicated on the single adaptor or extension and the maximum power indicated on the multiple adapter.
10 Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not necessary. Switch off the main switch and gas cock when you are not using the
cooker.
11 The openings and slots used for ventilation and dispersion of heat must never be closed or plugged.
12 The user must not replace the supply cable of this appliance. Always call an after-sales servicing centre authorised by the
manufacturer in the case of cable damage or replacement.
13 This appliance must be used for the purpose for which it was expressly designed.
Any other use (e.g. heating rooms) is considered to be improper and consequently dangerous.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage resulting from improper and irresponsible use.
14 A number of fundamental rules must be followed when using electrical appliances. The following are of particular importance:
· do not touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet
· do not use the appliance barefooted
· do not use extensions, but if these are necessary caution must be exercised.
· never pull the power supply cable or the appliance to unplug the appliance plug from the mains.
· never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun etc.)
· do not allow children or persons who are not familiar with the appliance to use it, without supervision.
15 Always unplug the hob from the mains or switch off the main switch before cleaning or carrying out maintenance operations.
16 If the surface of the glass breaks, disconnect the appliance immediately. For repairs call only an authorised after-sales servicing
centre and request the use of original spare parts only. Failure to comply with the above may compromise the safety of the appliance.
17 If you are no longer using the appliance, remember to make it unserviceable by unplugging the appliance from the mains and
cutting the supply cable. Also make all potentially dangerous parts of the appliance, safe, above all for children who could play with
the appliance.
18 The vitreous china hob is resistant to temperature fluctuations and shockproof. Remember however that sharp kitchen tools or
cutters may break the surface of the hob. If this happens, unplug the cooker immediately from the mains and call your local servicing
centre.
19 Remember that the cooking surface remains hot for at least half an hour after you switch off the surface. Do not place containers
or other objects on the hot surface.
20 Avoid setting anything on the glass surface of the cooktop.
21 Do not turn on the cooking surfaces if there are sheets of aluminium foil or plastic on the hob.
22 Keep away from the hot surfaces.
23 When using small electrical household appliances close to the hob, ensure that the power cable does not rest on the hot surfaces
24 Keep pot handles turned inwards to avoid knocking the pot off the hob.
25 When you turn on the cooking surface always place a pot on the surface immediately as it will otherwise overheat very quickly and
possibly damage the heating elements.
26 Preliminary instructions. The glass sealant utilised may leave traces of grease on the glass. Remember to wipe these away with
a normal non abrasive detergent before you turn on the appliance. During the first few hours of use there may be a smell of rubber
which will disappear very quickly.
27 When 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.
28 Make sure the knobs are in the “•”/”o” position when the appliance is not in use.
29 If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the pedestal itself.
30 Do not place metal objects (knives, spoons, pan lids, etc.) on the hob as they may become hot.
31 The internal surfaces of the compartment (where present) may become hot.
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