Important Safety Information - Electrolux MCH 660 Instruction Book

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before
installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the
meanings of these warnings contact the Customer Services Department.
Installation
• Any installation work must be undertaken by a quali-
fied electrician or a competent person.
• This hood must be installed in accordance with the
installation instructions and all measurements must
be adhered to.
• If the cooker hood is installed for use above a gas
appliance then the provision for ventilation must be
in accordance with the Gas Safety Codes of Practice
BS.6172, BS.5440 and BS.6891 (Natural Gas) and
BS.5482 (LP Gas) 1994, the Gas Safety (Installation
& Use) Regulations, the Building Regulations issued
by the Department of the Environment, the Building
standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) Regulations
issued by the Scottish Development Department.
• The fan motor of this cooker hood incorporates a
cut-out device which will operate if the cooker hood
is installed below the minimum height recommended
under section 'Clearance Height', or if the motor be-
comes overheated. If the cut-out device is activated,
switch off the fan motor and allow the cooker hood to
cool. The cut-out device will reset itself when the fan
motor has cooled significantly.
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify
this product in any way.
• When installed between adjoining wall cabinets the
wall cabinets must not overhang the hob.
• If the room where the hood is to be used contains
a fuel burning appliance such as a central heating
boiler then its flue must be of the room sealed or
balanced flue type.
• If other types of flue or appliances are fitted ensure
that there is an adequate supply of air to the room.
• The ducting system for this appliance must not be
connected to any existing ventilation system which is
being used for any other purpose.
• Do not install above a cooker with a high level grill.
Child Safety
• This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with the
controls or play with the appliance.
During Use
• This product is for domestic use only.
• Never leave frying pans unattended during use as
over-heated fats and oils might catch fire.
• Never do flambé cooking under this cooker hood.
• Do not leave naked flames under the hood.
Maintenance and Service
• This appliance can be a hazard if the synthetic paper
and charcoal filters are not replaced as recommen-
ded.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or more se-
rious malfunction. Refer to your local Service Force
Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
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