User manual WHIRLPOOL AKL 359/NE/03 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Use pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that of the hot plates/cookers, or slightly larger. Disposal of used household appliances BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB Before use, remove: - adhesives stuck on the hob; - cardboard guards and protective plastic film; - check whether the hob has been damaged during transport. If in doubt, contact the After Sales Service. ACCESSORY Child guard AMH 122 This accessory can be obtained from the After Sales Service under code number 4819 310 18436 or from your dealer under reference number 017124. Operation of cooking zones • • Set the knob to one of position 1-6, whichcorrespond to different temperatures. To switch off the cooking zones, set the knob to position “0”. Important: To avoid permanently damaging the glass-ceramic top, do not use: - Pots with bottoms that are not perfectly flat. [. . . ] Make sure that the electrical wires of other electrical appliances near the hob do not come into contact with hot parts of the hob itself. Always keep a watch on pans when cooking with oil and grease. The oil and grease might overheat and catch fire!Do not use the hob as a support or worktop. To get full satisfaction from the hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future consultation. AFTER SALES SERVICE Before you call the After Sales Service • Make sure that you cannot solve the problem yourself following the points described in chapter “Troubleshooting Guide“. If after the above checks the fault still occurs, get in touch with the nearest After Sales Service. Please give: • a short description of the fault; • the exact type and model of hob; service number (i. e. , the number that follows the word SERVICE on the rating plate under the hob itself). The service number is also indicated on the guarantee booklet; • your full address; • your telephone number. If any repairs are required, please contact an authorised After Sales Service (to guarantee that original spare parts will be used and repairs carried out correctly). Failure to comply with these instructions may compromise the safety and quality of the product. • Declaration of conformity • • This hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs, and complies with EEC Directive 89/109. This hob (Class Y) has been designed to be used only for cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous. • This hob has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with: - safety requirements of EEC Directive “Low voltage” 73/23; - protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC” 89/336; - requirements of EEC Directive 93/68. The Manufacturer reserves the right to change product specifications without prior notice. INSTALLATION Recommendations Important: Disconnect the hob from the mains before carrying out any installation work or servicing. • All electrical connections must be made before connecting the appliance to the power supply. • Installation must be carried out by a qualified technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with local regulations. • Unpack the hob and make sure that the appliance has not been damaged during transport. If you are not sure contact the dealer or the nearest service centre. 3. Preparing the housing unit Cut the worktop to fit before installing the appliance. Carefully remove any shavings or sawdust that could prevent the appliance from running properly. [. . . ] 3 Connecting the oven to the power supply Note: the yellow/green earth wire must be connected to the screw with the symbol . 70 mm of the cable sheath from the power supply cable (G). Insert the cable (G) through the opening in the lid (F). [. . . ]