box, remove the fuse to disconnect the appliance from powersupply. In either case contact the Authorised Service Centre.• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by themanufacturer, the Authorised Service Centre or similarlyqualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.• WARNING: Use only hob guards designed by themanufacturer of the cooking appliance or indicated by themanufacturer of the appliance in the instructions for use assuitable or hob guards incorporated in the appliance. Theuse of inappropriate guards can cause accidents.Safety instructionsInstallationWarning! The appliance must beinstalled by the authorisedinstaller.• Remove all the packaging.• Do not install or use a damagedappliance.• Follow the installation instructionssupplied with the appliance.• Keep the minimum distance from otherappliances and units.• Always take care when moving theappliance as it is heavy. Always usesafety gloves and enclosed footwear.• Seal the cut surfaces with a sealant toprevent moisture to cause swelling.• Protect the bottom of the appliance fromsteam and moisture.• Do not install the appliance adjacent toa door or under a window. This preventshot cookware falling from the appliancewhen the door or the window is opened.• If the appliance is installed abovedrawers make sure that the space,between the bottom of the applianceand the upper drawer, is sufficient for aircirculation.• The bottom of the appliance can get hot.Make sure to install a non-combustibleseparation panel under the appliance toprevent access to the bottom.Refer to the Assembly Instructions.• Make sure that the ventilation space of 2mm, between the worktop and the frontof the below unit, is free. The warrantydoes not cover damages caused by thelack of an adequate ventilation space.Electrical ConnectionWarning! Risk of fire and electricshock.• All electrical connections should be madeby the authorised installer.• The appliance must be earthed.• Before carrying out any operation makesure that the appliance is disconnectedfrom the power supply.• Make sure that the parameters on therating plate are compatible with theelectrical ratings of the mains powersupply.• Make sure the appliance is installedcorrectly. Loose and incorrect electricitymains cable or plug (if applicable) canmake the terminal become too hot.• Use the correct electricity mains cable.• Do not let the electricity mains cabletangle.ENGLISH 6