User manual WHIRLPOOL FGH 3400 IN INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ]  The manufacturer cannot be considered responsible for damage caused by unreasonable, incorrect or rash use of the appliance.  If you no longer intend to use this appliance (or if you are replacing an old model), then before throwing it away make it inoperative as provided for in the regulations in force on protection of health and environmental pollution, and make safe any parts which could represent a source of danger, especially for children who might use it as a toy.  The appliance should be installed and all the gas/electrical connections made by a qualified engineer in compliance with local regulations in force and following the manufacturer's instructions. WARNINGS FOR THE USE OF ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES When using any electrical appliance some important rules must always be followed. In particular:  do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet  do not use the appliance with bare feet  children and people of unsound mind should only use the appliance under supervision. [. . . ]  Dry carefully. GAS TAPS  Regular lubrication of the gas taps must only be performed by specialised engineers.  If the gas taps are not working properly call the After-Sales Service STAINLESS STEEL HOB  Clean with special products which are available on the market.  Clean preferably with chamois leather.  Note: regular use could cause discolouring around the burners, because of the high flame temperature. HOBS WITH GLASS COVER  Do not close the glass cover when the burners or electric hot plate are still hot and when the oven under the hob (if installed) is on or still hot.  Do not place pans or heavy objects on the cover.  Dry any liquid spilt on the cover before opening it. 28 CORRECT POSITIONING OF THE BURNERS It is very important to check that spreader F and cap C of the burner (see Figs 5 - 6) are perfectly in place because if they move out of place serious problems could arise. Make sure that electrode "S" (Fig. 6) is kept clean so that the sparks always strike. C F S Fig. 6 29 TIPS FOR INSTALLATION IMPORTANT  The hob should only be installed by a qualified installer. Failure to observe this rule leads to cancellation of the guarantee.  The appliance must be installed correctly, in compliance with the regulations in force and following the manufacturer's instructions.  Any operation must be performed with the appliance switched off.  These appliances have been designed and manufactured to be fitted into heat-resistant units.  These hobs are designed to be fitted into 600 mm deep kitchen units.  The unit walls must not be higher that the working surface and must withstand a temperature of 75°C more than room temperature.  Avoid installation near inflammable materials (e. g. curtains). 580 500 m in . 100 min 550 Fig. 7 30 47 0 35 INSTALLATION To fit the hob into the unit make an opening of the dimensions given in Figure 7, remembering that:  Inside the unit there must be a space of at least 30 mm between the bottom of the hob and the top of a shelf.  Any wall to the side and above the hob must be at least 100 mm away (Fig.  The wall behind the hob must be at least 35 mm away (Fig.  When there is a wall unit or hood above the hob there must be at least 650 mm between the hob and the unit or hood (see also Fig.  When the hob is installed without an oven, a distance piece must be used between the bottom of the hob and the unit where it is being fitted. [. . . ]  The two-pole plug must be put into a socket connected to the earth system in compliance with safety rules.  If the appliance is supplied without plug, fit a standard plug which is suitable for the power consumed by the appliance.  The connection can be made directly to the mains by putting an all-pole switch with minimum opening between the contacts of 3 mm between the appliance and the mains.  The supply cable must not touch hot parts and must be so positioned that it does not exceed the temperature of 75°C at any point. [. . . ]