User manual INDESIT PIM 604 IX

[. . . ] 3 The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system. CAUTION: the use of inappropriate hob guards can cause accidents. Le présent appareil peut être utilisé par des enfants de plus de 8 ans et par des personnes présentant des capacités physiques, sensorielles ou mentales réduites ou n’ayant pas l’expérience ou les connaissances indispensables, à condition qu’ils soient sous bonne surveillance ou qu’ils aient reçu les instructions nécessaires pour une utilisation de l’appareil en toute sécurité et à condition qu’ils se rendent compte des dangers encourus. ) • serial number (S/N) This information is found on the data plate located on the appliance and/or on the packaging. [. . . ] The position of the corresponding electric hotplate is shown on every knob. Electric hotplates The corresponding knob may be turned clockwise or anticlockwise and set to six different positions: Setting Normal o Fast Plate 2 3 R Connecting the supply cable to the mains Install a standardised plug corresponding to the load indicated on the data plate. The appliance must be directly connected to the mains using an omnipolar circuit-breaker with a minimum contact opening of 3 mm installed between the appliance and the mains. The circuit-breaker must be suitable for the charge indicated and must comply with current electrical regulations (the earthing wire must not be interrupted by the circuitbreaker). The supply cable must not come into contact with surfaces with temperatures higher than 50°C. The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it is compliant with safety regulations. Before connecting to the power supply, make sure that: • The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law. € The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance, which is indicated on the data plate. € The voltage is in the range between the values indicated on the data plate. € The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it. Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible. The cable must not be bent or compressed. The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only (see Assistance). The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. If the appliance is to be installed above a built-in electric oven, the electrical connection of the hob and the oven must be carried out separately, both for electrical safety purposes and to make extracting the oven easier. 0 1 2-5 6 Off Low Medium High !Please refer to the “Practical advice on using the appliance” section for a list of the relative positions and their recommended uses. Practical advice on using the electric hotplates To avoid heat loss and damage to the hotplates, use pans with a flat base, whose diameter is no less than that of the hotplate itself. setting Setting 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Off Cooking vegetables , fish Cooking patatoes (using steam) soups , chickpeas , beans. Continuing the cooking of large quantities of food, minestrone. For roasting (average) For roasting (above average) For browning and reaching a boil in a short time ! [. . . ] The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. GB Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it. Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface beyond repair. [. . . ]