User manual WHIRLPOOL AKM 992/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • • • Position the 4 clips (B) as shown and at the specified distance. Secure the clips using the 4 screws (A). Fit the hob in the prepared worktop (see figure). B) If the worktop is made of marble or other materials (plastic compounds, ceramics, stone, etc. ), the hob must be fitted by means of brackets code 4819 310 18528. (to be ordered from After-Sales Service if not provided). [. . . ] Products • This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Declaration of conformity CE • • These appliances are designed to come into contact with foodstuffs and they are constructed in compliance with Directive 89/109/EEC. The appliances are designed solely for use as cooking appliances. for room heating) is considered as improper use and potentially dangerous. The appliances are designed, built and sold in compliance with: The safety requirements of “Low Voltage” Directive 73/23/EEC. The protection requirements of Directive 89/336/EEC pertaining to “Electromagnetic Compatibility”. The requirements of Directive 93/68/EEC. • • • • 64 31963008GB. fm Page 65 Tuesday, February 28, 2006 1:05 PM PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE • Before any maintenance on the appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply. • Keep children away from the appliances when they are in use and when its has just been switched off. • The appliances must be repaired or adjusted exclusively by a qualified technician. • Make sure that the electrical wires of other electrical appliances near the hob do not come into contact with hot parts. • the cooking zones will not go on if the pots and pans are not of the correct dimensions or cannot be magnetically detected. To check that pots and pans are made of ferrous material, use a magnet. If a pot or pan is removed from the cooking zone, it will go off and a “U” will be displayed. The cooking zone will remain off until another pot or pan is placed on it. • Do not switch on the hotplates/cooking zones when there is no pan in position. • never clean the appliance with high pressure water or steam cleaning equipment. • If liquid spills or boils over, the hob may switch off: to enable it to be switched back on again, carefully dry the controls zone. • Do not place metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons or lids on the surfaces of the hob as they can become hot. [. . . ] If the hob does not work following intensive use, the hob internal temperature is too high. Wait a few minutes until the hob cools down. If you are not able to turn the glass ceramic hob off after using it, disconnect it immediately from the power supply. Cooling fan The hob is equipped with a cooling fan which runs at two speeds, depending on the temperature in the hob. [. . . ]