Protect the cut surfaces of the worktop againstmoisture using a suitable sealant included inthe product in fitting bag. The sealant seals theappliance to the work top with no gap. Do notuse silicon sealant between the appliance andthe worktop. Avoid installing the appliancenext to doors and under windows as hot cook-ware may be knocked off the rings when doorsand windows are opened.Only an authorized service engineer can in-stall, connect or repair this appliance. Use onlyoriginal spare parts.Electrical connectionBefore connecting, check that the nominal volt-age of the appliance stated on the ratingplate, corresponds to the available supplyvoltage. Also, check the power rating of theappliance and ensure that the wire is suitablysized to suit the appliance power rating (referto the Technical data chapter).The rating plate is located on the lower casingof the hob.The appliance is not provided with mains ca-ble. Buy the right one from specialized dealer.Single-phase or two-phase connection re-quires the mains cable of type H05BB-F Tmax90°C (equal or higher).The appliance works perfectly on AC 230 V,AC220V~ or AC240V~ 50Hz electrical net-work.You must have the means for disconnection in-corporated in the fixed wiring. Have the ap-pliance connected to the mains using a devicethat allows the appliance to be disconnectedfrom the mains at all poles with a contact open-ing width of at least 3 mm, eg. automatic lineprotecting cut-out, earth leakage trips or fuse.You must have the connection and the con-necting links carried out as shown in the con-nection diagram (it is located on the under-neath surface of the casting of the hob).The earth lead is connected to terminalmarked with the symbol and must be longerthan leads carrying electric current. Tighten theterminal screws securely! Finally, secure theconnecting cable with the mains cable cleatand the covering closed by pressing firmly(lock into place).Warning! Once connected to the mainssupply check that all cooking zones areready for use by briefly setting each tomaximum power.Environment concernsThe symbol on the product or on itspackaging indicates that this product may notbe treated as household waste. Instead itshould be taken to the appropriate collectionpoint for the recycling of electrical andelectronic equipment. By ensuring this productis disposed of correctly, you will help preventpotential negative consequences for theenvironment and human health, which couldotherwise be caused by inappropriate wastehandling of this product. For more detailedinformation about recycling of this product,please contact your local council, yourhousehold waste disposal service or the shopwhere you purchased the product.Packaging materialsThe materials with the symbol are recycla-ble. Dispose the packaging in a suitable col-lection containers to recycle it.Before disposal of applianceWarning! Do these steps to dispose theappliance:• Pull the mains plug out of the mains socket.• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.ENGLISH 10