User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 491/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] €¢ Do not forget to switch the cooktop off. Should you inadvertently forget to switch it off, the cooktop is provided with an automatic switch-off feature after 1 to 6 hours of operation, depending on the cooking level selected. Position the gasket around the entire perimeter of the cooktop. To secure the appliance in the worktop, use the springs provided, screwing them into place, taking into account the thickness of the worktop, as shown in the figure. [. . . ] Instead it must be consigned to an authorised collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Dispose of the appliance in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information concerning the treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local authority, household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the appliance. Declaration of conformity CE • This cooktop is suitable for contact with foodstuffs and complies with EEC (CE) Regulation n. €¢ The appliances are designed solely for use as cooking appliances. €¢ The appliances are designed, built and sold in compliance with: • Safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments). 13 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE • Before any maintenance on the appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply. €¢ Keep children away from the appliances when in use and when just switched off. €¢ Caution: Accessible parts of the appliance can become very hot when the appliance is operating. Keep children well clear of the appliance to avoid the risk of burns. This appliance must not be used by children or infirm persons without supervision. Ensure that children do not play with the appliance. This appliance is not intended for us by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given initial supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. • The appliances must be repaired or adjusted exclusively by a qualified technician. €¢ Make sure that the electrical wires of other electrical appliances near the cooktop do not come into contact with hot parts. €¢ Do not switch on the hotplates/cooking zones when there is no pan in position. • The cooktop features different size hotplates/ cooking zones. Use pots whose base diameter is the same as that of the hotplate/cooking zone. To avoid permanently damaging the glass ceramic cooktop, do not use: - pots with bottoms that are not perfectly flat; - metal pots with enamelled bottom - When finished cooking, press button . Do not use the cooktop as a work surface or a support surface. Do not leave the appliance unattended when frying food - risk of fire. If the glass ceramic surface should break or crack due to violent impact (falling objects, etc. [. . . ] aFTER SALES SERVICE Before contacting After Sales Service 1. Try to solve the problem (see “Troubleshooting Guide”). Turn off the appliance and switch it back on again to see if the fault persists. If after the above checks the fault persists, contact the nearest After-sales Service. [. . . ]