Page 6x Do not use the appliance forheating closed tins and glassjars. The pressure that wouldbuild up in the tin/jar may causeit to burst.x Do not place any flammablematerials close to the applianceas the sides may become hotduring use.x Keep all ventilation slots clearof obstructions.x The appliance may be hotwhen it is in use. Never touchthe hot burners, inner sectionsof the oven, heaters etc.x Make sure that the functionknobs are switched off afterevery use.x When using Gas, ensure thatthe room is well ventilated.x Ventilation is vital for theefficient performance of allappliances and for the safety ofthe occupants of the room inwhich the appliance is installed.x Always keep children and infirmpersons away from theappliance when it is in use.x Only use the appliance forpreparing food.x Use a deep pan, large enoughto cover the appropriateburner.x Always dry food thoroughlybefore placing it in hot oil or fat.Frozen food in particular willspit and splatter if added tooquickly.x Never fill the pan more thanone third full of fat or oil.x Never heat fat or fry with a lidon the pan.x Do not fry too much food atonce. This lowers thetemperature of the oil or fat andresults in fatty foods.x Do not leave hot fat or oilunattended. If overheatingoccurs, these could catch fire.x Do not use or storeinflammable products (alcohol,petrol, benzene etc.) near thehob as these pose a fire risk.x WARNING: If the surface iscracked, switch off theappliance to avoid thepossibility of electric shock.x Sealing washers should becorrectly located and testedin accordance with themanufacturer's instructions.

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