Instructions

appliance as the insulation material is usually not heat-resistant.

24. Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. The steam will

cause serious damage to the electric components of the appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

25. Never touch the hotplates while they are still hot. RISK OF BURNS!

26. Never touch the cooking zones / hotplates while the residual heat

indicator (depending on model) is still on. RISK OF BURNS!

27. The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation,

so keep children away from the operating appliance. Touching the

appliance while it is operating can cause serious burns.

28. Children must not play with the appliance.

29. Always supervise children when they are near the appliance.

30. This appliance may be operated by children aged from 8 years and

above as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory and

mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are

supervised or have been instructed concerning the safe use of the

appliance and do comprehend the hazards involved. Children must

not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user-maintenance must

not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.

31. Only allow children to use the appliance without supervision, when

adequate instructions have been given before so that the child is able

to use the appliance in a safe way and understands the risks of

improper use.

32. While unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags,

polystyrene pieces, etc.) should be kept away from children and pets.

RISK OF INJURY! CHOKING HAZARD!

33. Only use hob guards designed by the manufacturer of the cooking

appliance or indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in the

instructions for use as suitable or hob guards incorporated in the

appliance. The use of inappropriate guards can cause accidents.

CAUTION!

1. Do not use any aggressive, abrasive and acrid detergents or sharp-

edged items to clean appliance. Otherwise you may scratch and / or

damage the surface.

2. Do not switch on the hob before you have put a cookware on it.

3. The hob should be clean at every time. Soiled hotplates do not

transfer the heat correctly.

4. Protect the hob against corrosion.

5. Switch off soiled hotplates immediately.

6. Switch off the complete hob if any damage or malfunction occurs.