User manual WHIRLPOOL AKZ 163/IX INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • Do not use the hob as a support or worktop. • Do not leave the hot plates/cookers turned on when they are empty. • Do not rest plastic, aluminium foil, clothes, paper etc. [. . . ] A pressure cooker allows you to save even more energy and time. The hob is designed for use as a domestic food cooker only. The Manufacturer declines all responsibility for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the controls. Do not expose the hob to atmospheric agents. Any repairs or adjustments must be carried out exclusively by a qualified technician. Avoid touching the hob with wet hands or using it when barefoot. Do not allow children to touch: - the hob in general, to avoid burns. During and immediately after use the hob reaches extremely high temperatures; - packing materials (bags, polystyrene, metal parts, etc. ); - the hob to be scrapped. 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. Before cleaning the electric hob, disconnect it from the power supply and wait until it is cool. BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB • Clean with a cloth damped in hot water and liquid detergent. Before use, remove: N. B: Continuous use of the hob may result in a change in - adhesives stuck on the hob; colour around the cooker plates, due to the high - cardboard guards and protective plastic film; temperatures they reach. - check whether the hob has been damaged during • Do not use products which are abrasive, corrosive or transport. If in doubt, contact the After Sales Service; chlorine based, or steel pads. - in the case of non glass ceramic hobs, when using for • Do not leave acid substances (vinegar, salt or lemon the first time turn on to full heat for approximately 3 juice, etc. ) on the cooking hob. Place a pan full of • If your hob is made of stainless steel, clean it with water on each of the hot plates. specific products of the type available in the shops. CAUTION • SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS WHEN USING THE GLASS CERAMIC HOB • Glass ceramic hob: • • • • • • • Should the hob become cracked or broken as a result of violent impact or heavy items falling onto it, do not use • it, disconnect it from the power supply and call the After Sales Service immediately. • Do not slide pots and pans around on the hob, as this might scratch the surface. Do not stare at the halogen cooking elements when they are lit. [. . . ] 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 Directive89/109/CEE. It has been designed to be used only for cooking. [. . . ]