Indesit K 3C0 M/R Installation And Use Manual page 13

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 the appliance, carefully read the instructions
contained in this manual, as they provide important information
for ensuring safe installation, use and maintenance. Keep this
manual as a reference guide.
3 Remove the packing and make sure the appliance hasn't been
damaged during transport. If you have any doubts, don't use the
appliance. Call a qualified technician for assistance. For safety, keep
packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, tacks, etc.) away
from children.
4 The appliance must be installed by a qualified technician in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. No liability for injury
or damage to persons, animals or property will be accepted by the
manufacturer arising from failure to follow these instructions.
5 The electrical safety of this appliance is ensured only if it is correctly
connected to an efficiently earthed system in accordance with
electrical safety regulations. Make sure this basic safety requirement
has been complied with. If in doubt, have it checked by a qualified
technician. No liability for damage will be accepted by the
manufacturer because of defective earthing.
6 Before connecting the appliance, make sure the specifications on
the rating plate correspond with those of your power supply.
7 Check that your supply and sockets are sufficient for the total load
taken by your appliance which is stated on the rating plate. If you
have any doubts, contact a qualified technician for service.
8 A multipole circuit breaker with a space between contacts of 3 mm
or more must be fitted for installation
9 If the socket and cooker plug are not compatible, have the socket
replaced with a suitable model by a qualified technician who should
also check that the cross-section of the socket cable is suited to the
power absorbed by the appliance. The use of adaptors, multiple
sockets and/or extensions, is not recommended. If their use can not
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 adaptor or extension and the maximum power indicated
on the multiple adapter.
10 Do not leave the appliance plugged in if it is not necessary. Switch
off the main switch and gas cock when you are not using the cooker.
11 The openings and slots used for ventilation and dispersion of
heat must never be closed or plugged.
12 The user must not replace the supply cable of this appliance. Always
call an after-sales servicing centre authorised by the manufacturer
in the case 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 using electrical
appliances. The following are of particular importance:
do not touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet
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do not use the appliance barefooted
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Important
do not use extensions, but if these are necessary caution must
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be exercised.
never pull the power supply cable or the appliance to unplug the
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appliance plug from the mains.
never leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain,
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sun etc.)
do not allow children or persons who are not familiar with the
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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 the surface of the glass breaks, disconnect the appliance
immediately. For repairs call only an authorised after-sales servicing
centre and request the use of original spare parts only. Failure to
comply with the above may compromise the safety of the appliance.
17 If you are no longer using the appliance, 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 play with the
appliance.
18 The vitreous china hob is resistant to temperature fluctuations and
shockproof. Remember however that sharp kitchen tools or cutters
may break the surface of the hob. If this happens, unplug the cooker
immediately from the mains and call your local servicing centre.
19 Remember that the cooking surface remains hot for at least half an
hour after you switch off the surface. Do not place containers or
other objects on the hot surface.
20 Avoid setting anything on the glass surface of the cooktop.
21 Do not turn on the cooking surfaces if there are sheets of aluminium
foil or plastic on the hob.
22 Keep away from the hot surfaces.
23 When using small electrical household appliances close to the hob,
ensure that the power cable does not rest on the hot surfaces
24 Keep pot handles turned inwards to avoid knocking the pot off the
hob.
25 When you turn on the cooking surface always place a pot on the
surface immediately as it will otherwise overheat very quickly and
possibly damage the heating elements.
26 Preliminary instructions. The glass sealant utilised may leave traces
of grease on the glass. Remember to wipe these away with a normal
non abrasive detergent before you turn on the appliance. During the
first few hours of use there may be a smell of rubber which will
disappear very quickly.
27 When the appliance is in use, the heating elements and some parts
of the oven door become extremely hot. Make sure you don't touch
them and keep children well away.
28 Make sure the knobs are in the "•"/"o" position when the appliance is
not in use.
29 Warning: never place hot containers or items and flammable
materials inside the dishwarmer drawer.
30 If the cooker is placed on a pedestal, take the necessary precautions
to prevent the same from sliding off the pedestal itself.
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