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2. PRECAUTIONS
When using this device, please observe the following precautions. Improper operation while
ignoring these precautions can result in an injury to the user and others, as well as damage to
their property.
Please read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this Manual for future
reference.
Part 1. Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings
Your safety is important to us. Please read below information carefully before installing or
using your Hob.
Installation
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before carrying out any work or
maintenance on it.
• Connection to a good earth wiring system is essential and mandatory.
• Alterations to the domestic wiring system must only be made by a qualified electrician.
• Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.
Cut Hazard
• Take care - panel edges are sharp.
• Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts.
Important safety instructions
• Read these instructions carefully before installing or using this appliance.
• No combustible material or products should be placed on this appliance at any time.
• Please make this information available to the person responsible for installing the hob as it
could reduce your installation costs.
• In order to avoid a hazard, this appliance must be installed according to these instructions for
installation.
• This appliance is to be properly installed and earthed only by a suitably qualified person.
• This appliance should be connected to a circuit which incorporates an isolating switch providing
full disconnection from the power supply.
• Failure to install the appliance correctly could invalidate any warranty or liability claims.
• If the product has been at a temperature below 0 ºC for some time, it must be kept at room
temperature for at least 2 hours before turning it on.
Operation and maintenance
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Do not cook on a broken or cracked hob. If the hob surface should break or crack, switch the
appliance off immediately at the mains power supply (wall switch) and contact a qualified
technician.
• Switch the hob off at the wall before cleaning or maintenance.
• Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.