4These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You MUST readthese warnings carefully before installing or using the hob.Important safety informationInstallation• It is most important that thisinstruction book should be retainedwith the appliance for futurereference. Should the appliance besold or transferred, always ensure thatthe book is left with the appliance inorder that the new owner can get toknow the functions of the applianceand the relevant warnings.• Before carrying out any operation,make sure the appliance isDISCONNECTED from the powersupply.• Remove all packaging before usingthe hob.• After unpacking the appliance, makesure it is not damaged and that thepower cable is in perfect condition.Otherwise, contact the dealer beforeusing the appliance.• The Manufacturer declines any liabilityif the accident-prevention regulationsare not respected.People safety• This appliance must only be used byadults. Make sure children do notplay with the appliance or touch thecontrols.• This appliance is not intended for useby children or other persons whosephysical, sensory or mentalcapabilities or lack of experience andknowledge prevents them from usingthe appliance safely withoutsupervision or instruction by aresponsible person to ensure thatthey can use the appliance safely.• The exposed parts of this appliancebecome hot during cooking andremain so for some time even after theappliance is turned off. Keep childrenaway until the appliance has cooled.During use• This product is designed for non-professional home use, for cookingfood. Do not use it for any otherpurpose.• Modifying or attempting to changethe characteristics of this product ishazardous.• Keep the appliance clean. Foodresiduals can create the risk of fire.• In case of faults, never try to repair theappliance on your own. Repairscarried out by unqualified personscan cause damage and accidents.Firstly, consult this handbook. If youdo not find the necessary information,contact the nearest Service Centre.Assistance for this appliance must becarried out by an authorised TechnicalService Centre. Always demand theuse of original spare parts.• After using the appliance, make sureall the controls are in the “CLOSED”or “OFF” position.• Do not use steam or steam appliancesto clean the equipment.• When using a power outlet near thisappliance, make sure the cords ofany electrical appliances being useddo not touch it and are far enoughaway from its hot parts.