Indesit THP642IXI Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are valid if the country symbol
appears on the appliance. If the symbol doesn't appear on
the appliance, it is necessary to refer to the technical
instructions which will provide the necessary instructions
concerning modification of the appliance to the conditions
of use of the country.
CAUTION: The use of the gas cooking appliance results
in the production of heat, moisture and products of
combustion in the room in which it is installed. Ensure that
the kitchen is well ventilated especially when the appliance
is in use: keep natural ventilation holes open or install a
mechanical ventilation device (mechanical extractor
hood). Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call
for additional ventilation, such as opening a window, or
more effective ventilation, for example increasing the level
of mechanical ventilation (if possible).
Failure to follow the information in this manual exactly
may cause a fire or explosion, resulting in property damage
or personal injury.
Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions.
Keep them nearby for future reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide
important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The
manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe
these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the
appliance or incorrect setting of controls.
WARNING: If the hob surface is cracked, don't use the
appliance – risk of electrical shock.
WARNING: Danger of fire: Do not store items on the
cooking surfaces.
CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A
short cooking process has to be supervised continuously.
WARNING: Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil
can be dangerous – risk of fire. NEVER try to extinguish a
fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover
flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.
Do not use the hob as a work surface or support. Keep
clothes or other flammable materials away from the
appliance, until all the components have cooled down
completely – risk of fire.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away
from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be
kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use
this appliance only if they are supervised or have been
given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards
involved. Children must not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out
by children without supervision.
CAUTION: In case of hotplate glass breakage: shut
immediately off all burners and any electrical heating
element and isolate the appliance from the power supply;
do not touch the appliance surface; do not use the
appliance.
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
The glass lid can break in if it is heated up. Turn off all the
burners and the electric plates before closing the lid. Do
not shout down lid when burner alight.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts
become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid
touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of
age must be kept away unless continuously supervised.
The food must not be left in or on the product for more
than one hour before or after cooking.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: the appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external switching device, such as a timer,
or separate remote controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops,
offices and other working environments; farm houses; by
clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other
residential environments.
No other use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms).
This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use
the appliance outdoors.
Use pots and pans with bottoms the same width as
that of the burners or slightly larger (see specific table).
Make sure pots on the grates do not protrude beyond the
edge of the hob.
Improper use of the grids can result in damage to the
hob: do not position the grids upside down or slide them
across the hob.
Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of the pan.
If the hob surface is in glass material, do not use the cast iron griddles, ollar stones,
terracotta pots and pans.
Do not use: heat diffusers such as metal mesh, or any other types; two burners
simultaneously for one receptacle (e.g. Fish kettle).
Should particular local conditions of the delivered gas make the ignition of burner
difficult, it is advisable to repeat the operation with the knob turned to small flame
setting.
In case of installation of a hood above the cooktop, please refer to the hood
instructions for the correct distance.
The protective rubber feet on the grids represent a choking hazard for young
children. After removing the grids, please ensure that all the feet are correctly fitted.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed by two or
more persons - risk of injury. Use protective gloves to
unpack and install - risk of cuts.
The electrical and gas connections must comply with
local regulation.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and electrical
connections, and repairs must be carried out by a qualified
technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual.
Keep children away from the installation site. After
unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been
damaged during transport. In the event of problems,
contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service.
Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts
etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of
suffocation. The appliance must be disconnected from
the power supply before any installation operation - risk of
electrical shock. During installation, make sure the
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