Electrolux EKC6700 Instruction Book

Important safety information

This warnings has been given for the safety of you and others. We therefore ask you to carefully read the
procedures of installing and using this cooker.
Installation
• The work of installation must be carried out by
competent and qualified installers according to the
regulations in force.
• Any modifications to the domestic electrical mains
which may be necessary for the installation of the
appliance should be carried out only by competent
personnel.
• Avoid installation of the cooker near inflammable
material (e.g. curtains, tea towels, etc.).
• The appliance has to be placed on the floor and it
cannot be placed on a base.

Child Safety

• This appliance has been designed for use by adults.
Take care, therefore, that children do not attempt to
play with it.
• The appliance remains hot for a long time after being
switched off. Supervise children at all times, paying
attention that they do not touch surfaces or remain
in the vicinity of the appliance when in use or when
not completely cooled.

During Operation

• This product is intended for the cooking of food and
must not be used for other purposes.
• It is dangerous to modify, or attempt to modify, the
characteristics of this appliance.
• The appliance becomes very hot with use, and retains
the heat for a long period after use. Care should be
taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the
oven.
Always stand back from the oven when opening
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the oven door during cooking or at the end of it
to allow any build up of steam or heat to release.
• Unstable or deformed pans should not be placed on
the burners or plates in order to avoid accidents
caused by upsetting or boiling over.
• Particular care should be taken when cooking with
oil or fat.
• If the appliance is fitted with a cover, its function is to
protect the surface from dust when closed and to ac-
cumulate splashes of grease when open. Do not use
for other purposes.
• Always clean the cover before closing.
• Leave the burners and/or plates to cool before closing.
• All the covers, in plate glass or enamel, are removable
to facilitate cleaning.
• Always ensure that the knobs are in the « »
(Stop) position when the appliance is not in use.
• Always insert the dripping pan when using the grill or
when cooking meat on the grid. Pour a little water
into the dripping pan to avoid grease burning and
creating unpleasant smells.
• Always use oven gloves to remove dishes from the
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oven.
• The accessories (grid and dripping pan) should be
washed before using for the first time.
• Take care when using cleaning products in spray
form: never direct the spray onto the resistance or the
thermostat bulb.
• If, when placing food in the oven, or when removing it,
a large quantity of oil, juice, etc. spills onto the
bottom of the oven, re-clean before starting to cook
to avoid unpleasant smoke and also the possibility
of these substances catching fire.
• For reasons of hygiene and safety this appliance
must always be kept clean. A build up of grease or
other food can cause fires.
• The oven becomes hot with the movement of air. The
holes on the bottom of the oven must never be
obstructed. Do not cover the sides of the oven with
aluminium foil, in particular the lower part of the
opening.
• The appliance is heavy, move it carefully.
• Before maintenance and cleaning disconnect the
appliance and allow to cool.
• This appliance cannot be cleaned with steam or with
a steam cleaning machine.
• Ensure that the oven grids are inserted correctly (see
instructions).
• If there are self-cleaning panels they should only be
cleaned with soap and water (see cleaning
instructions).
• Only heat-resistant plates may be placed in the
drawer situated under the oven.Do not put
combustible materials there.
Service
• In case of repairs, do not attempt to correct yourself.
Repairs carried out by unqualified persons can cau-
se damage. Contact an authorized Technical
Assistance Centre and insist an original spareparts.
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