User manual WHIRLPOOL AKR 908 IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Make sure the room is well-ventilated, or install an extractor hood with exhaust duct. In case of prolonged use, additional ventilation may be necessary (by opening a window or increasing the hood extraction speed). After use, make sure the knobs are in off position and close the main gas supply cock or the gas cylinder valve. Overheated oils and fats catch fire easily. [. . . ] Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the hob. The Manufacturer declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the controls. - The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or with lack of experience and knowledge of the appliance, unless supervised or previously instructed in its use by those responsible for their safety. - Young children should be kept away from the appliance and supervised to ensure that they do not play with it. GAS CONNECTION WARNING • • This operation must be performed by a qualified technician. The gas supply system must comply with local regulations. You can find specific local regulations for some countries in the paragraph “Reference to Local Regulations”. If no information concerning your Country is given, please ask details to your Installer. • The connection of the hob to the gas pipe network or gas cylinder must be made by means of a rigid copper or steel pipe with fittings complying with local regulations, or by means of a continuous-surface stainless steel hose complying with local regulations. Interpose gasket (B) in the elbow connection. The maximum length of the hose is 2 m. • FOR BELGIUM ONLY: It is necessary to replace the elbow connection (A) on the appliance, with the one supplied (if present). IMPORTANT: if a stainless steel hose is used, it must be installed so as not to touch any mobile part of the furniture. It must pass through an area where there are no obstructions and where it is possible to inspect it on all its length. If the appliance is installed in a cellar or basement, it is advisable to provide an air vent of 65 cm, irrespective of the room volume. ADJUSTMENT TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAS WARNING This operation must be performed by a qualified technician. Gas Safety Regulations The law requires that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current gas safety regulations. Failure to install appliances correctly may lead to prosecution. It is in your own interest, and that of safety, to ensure that the law is complied with. The hob should be installed in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations, the Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment and the Building Standard (Scotland) (Consolidation) Regulations, issued by the Scottish Development Department. In the G. B. , CORGI registered installers work to safe standards of practice. If the appliance is intended to operate with a different gas from the gas type stated on the rating plate and information label on the top of the hob, change the injectors. Remove the information label and keep it with the instructions booklet. Use pressure regulators suitable for the gas pressure indicated in the Instruction. • The gas nozzles must be changed by After Sales Service or a qualified technician. • Nozzles not supplied with the appliance must be ordered from After Sales Service. • Adjust the minimum setting of the taps. NOTE: when liquid petroleum gas is used (G30/G31), the minimum gas setting screw must be tightened as far as it will go. [. . . ] • DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This hob has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with: - safety requirements of “Gas” Directive 2009/142/EC (ex: EEC 90/396); - safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/EC (which replaces 73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments); - protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC” 2004/108/EC. This hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs and complies with EEC (CE) Regulation n. 1935/2004. • SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT Disposal of packing material The packing material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ( ). The various parts of the packing must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal. Scrapping the product This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). [. . . ]