Zanussi Hobs Operating And Installation Manual page 3

WARNINGS - GAS HOBS
It is most important that this instruction brochure should be kept together with the
appliance for future consultation. If the appliance is sold or transferred to another person,
ascertain that the brochure is also given, in order that the new user can be aware of the
correct use of the machine and the relative warnings.
THESE WARNINGS HAVE BEEN PREPARED FOR YOUR SAFETY AND FOR THAT
OF OTHERS, WE THEREFORE REQUEST YOU TO READ THEM CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE.
This appliance has been designed for use by
adults. Take care, therefore, that children do
not attempt to play with it.
This appliance has been designed for
cooking purposes only. It must not be used
for any other purposes, or be destined to
professional or industrial use.
Where this appliance is installed in marine
craft or in caravans, it shall not be used as a
space heater.
The work of installation must be carried out
by competent and qualified installers
according to the regulations in force.
The appliance must be installed at a
minimum distance of 50 cm. from curtains
or other combustible material.
Any modifications to the domestic electrical
mains which may be necessary for the
installation of the appliance should only be
carried out by competent personnel.
In case of repairs contact an authorized
Technical Assistance Centre and insist on
original spareparts.
It is dangerous to modify, or attempt to modify,
the characteristics of this appliance.
Unstable or deformed pans should not be
placed on the burners or plates in order to avoid
accidents caused by upsetting or boiling over.
Particular care should be taken when cooking
with oil or fat.
Burners, plates, grills and pans remain hot for
a long time after being switched off. Supervise
children at all times when in use paying
attention that they do not touch surfaces or
remain in the vicinity of the appliance when in
use or when not completely cooled.
If the appliance is fitted with a cover, its
function is to protect the surface from dust
when closed and to accumulate splashes of
grease when open. Do not use for other
purposes.
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Always clean the cover before closing and
allow the burners and/or plates to cool before
closing.
Always check that the switch is in the «
position when the appliance is not in use.
Ensure that air can circulate around the gas
appliance. Poor ventilation can produce a lack
of oxygen.
Supply the appliance with the type of gas
stamped on the relevant adhesive label situated
in the immediate vicinity of the gas connection
tube.
Before maintenance or cleaning disconnect the
appliance and allow to cool.
Do not spray areosols in the vicinity of this
appliance while it is in operation.
To facilitate ignition, light the burner before
placing the pan on the grill.
After having lit the burner check that the flame
is regular.
Always lower the flame or turn it off before
removing the pan.
In case of repairs, do not atempt to correct
yourself. Repairs carried out by unqualified
persons can cause damage. Contact the nearest
Assistance Centre and use only original
spareparts.
The use of a gas cooking appliance
produces heat and humidity in the room in
which it is installed. Ensure good
ventilation of the room by keeping natural
ventilation openings clear or installing an
extractor hood with a discharge tube.
A prolonged and intensive use of the
appliance may necessitate supplementary
ventilation, for example the opening of a
window or a more efficient ventilation by
increasing the power of mechanical
extraction, if existing.
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