Indesit K3E11/I Instructions For Installation And Use Manual page 10

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
1 This appliance is intended for non-professional use within
the home.
2 Before using your appliance, read the instructions in
this owner's manual carefully since you will find all the
instructions you require to ensure safe installation, use
and maintenance. Always keep this owner's manual
close to hand since you may need to refer to it in the
future.
3 When you have removed the packing, check that the
appliance is not damaged. If you have any doubts, do not
use the appliance, contact your nearest Ariston Service
Centre. Never leave the packing components (plastic bags,
foamed polystyrene, nails, etc.) within the reach of children
since they are a source of potential danger.
4 The appliance must be installed only by a qualified person
in compliance with the instructions provided. The
manufacturer declines all responsibility for improper
installation which may harm persons and animals and
damage property.
5 The electrical safety of this appliance can only be
guaranteed if the cooker is correctly and efficiently earthed,
in compliance with regulations on electrical safety. Always
ensure that the earthing is efficient; if you have any doubts
call in a qualified technician to check the system. The
manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage
resulting from a system which has not been earthed.
6 Before plugging the appliance into the mains, check that
the specifications indicated on the date plate correspond
to those of the electrical mains of your home.
7 Check that the electrical capacity of the system and sockets
will support the maximum power of the appliance, as
indicated on the data plate. If you have any doubts, call in
a qualified technician.
8 An omnipolar switch with a contact opening of at least 3
mm or more, is required for the installation.
9 If the socket and appliance plug are not compatible, have
the socket replaced with a suitable model by a qualified
technician. The latter, in particular, will also have to ensure
that the cross section of the socket cables are suitable for
the power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adapters,
multiple sockets and/or extensions, is not recommended. If
their use cannot 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
adapter or extension and the maximum power indicated
on the multiple adapter.
10 Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not in use.
Switch off the main switch when you are not using the
appliance.
11 The openings and slots used for ventilation and
dispersion of heat on the rear and below the control
panel must never be covered.
12 The user must not replace the supply cable of this
appliance. Always call an after-sales service centre
authorised by the manufacturer in the event 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
Important
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 barefoot
• 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 you are no longer using an appliance of this type,
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 mistake it for a toy.
17 Do not forget that the cooking zone stays hot for at least
half an hour after it has been turned off. Take care not to
inadvertently place pans or items on the hot zone.
18 Do not turn the cooking zones on if there is any aluminium
foil or plastic material on the hob.
19 Do not get too close to the hot hob.
20 When using small electric appliances near the hob, keep
the power supply cable away from the hot parts.
21 Make sure you turn the handles of pots and pans inwards
to avoid knocking them over accidentally.
22 Never leave a cooking zone on without a pan on it, as the
zone would heat up almost immediately, causing damage
to the heating elements.
23 Remember to keep children away from the appliance
when you use the grill or oven, since these parts become
very hot. Keep children well away.
24 Make sure the knobs are in the "•"/"o" position when the
appliance is not in use.
25 If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary
precautions to prevent the same from sliding off the
pedestal itself.
26. Clean the glass part of the oven door using a sponge and
a non-abrasive cleaning product, then dry thoroughly with
a soft cloth. Do not use rough abrasive material or sharp
metal scrapers as these could scratch the surface and cau-
se the glass to crack.
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