User manual WHIRLPOOL AKZ 651 NB INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • The hob is fitted with hot plates/cookers of different sizes. Use pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that of the hot plates/cookers, or slightly larger. - Use pots and pans specifically designed for electric hobs, particularly those with multiple layer flatbottoms. [. . . ] • The various parts of the packing must not be sent for waste, but recycled in conformity with the regulations imposed by local authorities. Disposal of used household appliances • The appliances are built from recyclable or reusable materials. When scrapping them, comply with local waste-disposal regulations Before scrapping, cut off the power cords so that the appliances cannot be connected to the mains - Turn the hob off and on again, to make sure that the problem has been solved. - Make sure that the dial is not turned to “0”. Turn the omnipolar switch to “Off“ for a few minutes and then turn it back to “On“. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Important: never clean the appliance with high pressure water or steam cleaning equipment. Electric hob: AFTER SALES SERVICE Before you call the After Sales Service • Energy saving • • • • • Use pots and pans whose bottom diameter is equal to that of the cooker plates, or slightly larger. If possible, keep the pot covered when cooking. with little water in order to cut down cooking time. A pressure cooker allows you to save even more energy and time. Do not stare at the halogen cooking elements when they are lit. Sugar or foods with a high sugar concentration must not come into contact with the hot cooker, as they might damage it. If substances of this kind do come into contact with the cooker, clean it carefully following the instructions provided in chapter “Care and maintenance”. Clean the cooktop, when it is cool, after each use This will prevent the build-up of dirt and make cleaning easier. Use a clean cloth, absorbent kitchen wipes and washing up liquid or a specific glass ceramic cleaner. Remove baked-on dirt with the special scraper tool (if provided) and specific cleaning products. - Any food spills should be cleaned off before they dry. - Do not use abrasive products, chlorine-based cleaners, oven-cleaner spray or pan scourers. - The hob should be treated periodically with specific products available from the shops, following the manufacturer's instructions. 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). [. . . ]