Miele KM 417 Operating Instructions Manual page 5

C o rrect u sag e
F or safety reasons the appliance
must only be operated after it has
been built in. This is necessary to
ensure that all electric components are
shielded.
This appliance is for domestic use
only , and is not intended for
commercial use.
U se this appliance for the
preparation of meals only . A ny
other usage is at the ow ner's risk and
could be dangerous. The manufacturer
can not be held liable for damage
caused by improper use or misuse of
the appliance.
D o not use the appliance to heat
up the room. D ue to the high
temperatures radiated, objects near the
appliance could catch fire. The life of
the appliance could also be reduced.
U sing the gas hob w ill cause a
build-up of heat and moisture in
the room in w hich it is installed. E nsure
that the room has sufficient natural or
mechanical means of ventilation, e.g.
an ex tractor.
W arning and S afety instru ctio ns
If the hob is used for very long
periods of time, additional
ventilation of the room may be
necessary , e.g. by opening w indow s or
doors, or running the ex tractor on the
highest setting.
This appliance must not be set up
or operated in the open air.
Make sure all the components of
the gas burners have been
correctly assembled before sw itching
on.
W hen using a cooker hood over
the gas hob, ensure that any
burners in use are alw ay s covered w ith
a pan. O therw ise flames could be
draw n up by the suction of the cooker
hood, parts of w hich could then be
damaged or even set on fire.
P ans must be the correct siz e for
the burner they are used on (see
"P ans"). A pan w hich is too small w ill be
unstable on the pan support. If the pan
diameter is too large, flames can
spread out to the sides and damage or
burn the w orktop, w all claddings or
surrounding units and also parts of the
hob. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for this ty pe of damage.
D o not store any inflammable
objects near the gas hob.
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