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Important safety instructions
YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS
PARAMOUNT
This manual and the appliance itself provide
important safety warnings, to be read and observed
at all times.
This is the danger symbol, pertaining to
safety, which alerts users to potential risks
to themselves and others.
All safety messages are preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the following terms:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury.
All safety messages tell you what the potential
hazard is, how to reduce the risk of injury, damage
and electric shock resulting from incorrect use of
the appliance. Be sure to observe the following
instructions:
• The appliance must be disconnected from the
power supply before carrying out any installation
work.
• Installation and maintenance must be carried out
by a qualified technician, in compliance with the
manufacturer's instructions and local safety
regulations. Do not repair or replace any part of
the appliance unless specifically stated in the user
manual.
• Regulations require that the appliance be
earthed.
• The power cable must be long enough for
connecting the appliance, once fitted in its
housing, to the power supply socket.
• For installation to comply with current safety
regulations, an all-pole disconnect switch with
minimum contact gap of 3 mm. must be utilized.
• Do not use multiple plug adapters or extension
leads.
• Do not pull the power supply cable in order to
unplug the appliance.
• The electrical components must not be
accessible to the user after installation.
• Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of
the body and do not operate it when barefoot.
• This appliance is designed solely for use as a
domestic appliance for cooking food. No other
type of use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms).
The Manufacturer declines any liability for
improper use or incorrect setting of the controls.
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with any physical, sensory or
mental impairment, or without experience and
knowledge of the appliance, unless supervised or
previously instructed in its use by those
responsible for their safety.
• The accessible parts of the appliance may
become very hot during use. Young children
should be kept away from the appliance and
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
it.
• During and after use, do not touch the heating
elements or interior surfaces of the appliance -
risk of burns. Do not allow the appliance to
come into contact with cloths or other
flammable materials until all the components
have cooled sufficiently.
• At the end of cooking, exercise caution when
opening the appliance door, letting the hot air or
steam exit gradually before accessing the oven.
When the appliance door is shut, hot air is
vented from the aperture above the control
panel. Do not obstruct the vent apertures.
• Use oven gloves to remove pans and accessories,
taking care not to touch the heating elements.
• Do not place flammable materials in or near the
appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is
inadvertently switched on.
• Do not heat or cook sealed jars or containers in
the appliance. The pressure that builds up inside
might cause the jar to explode, damaging the
appliance.
• Do not use containers made of synthetic
materials.
• Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. Always
remain vigilant when cooking foods rich in fat
and oil.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended during
food drying.
• If alcoholic beverages are added when roasting
or cooking cakes and sweets (for example, rum,
cognac, wine), remember that alcohol
evaporates at high temperatures. As a result,
there is a risk that vapours released by the
alcohol may catch fire upon coming into contact
with the electrical heating element.
Disposal of appliances
• This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or
reusable materials. Scrap the appliance in
accordance with local regulations on waste
disposal. Before scrapping, cut off the power
supply cable so that the appliance cannot be
used.
• For further information regarding the treatment,
recovery and recycling of this appliance, contact
the competent local office, the domestic waste
collection service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
WARNING
DANGER
