User manual SMEG SE435S

[. . . ] Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. WARNING: unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame e. g. [. . . ] If you should not to use this appliance any more (or replace an old model), before disposing of it, make it inoperative in conformity with current law on the protection of health and the prevention of environmental pollution by making its dangerous parts harmless, especially for children who might play on an abandoned appliance. Never cook food directly on the electric plates but always in a pot or container. FIG. 3 29 IMPORTANT: CLEANING always disconnect the appliance from the electricity main before carrying out any cleaning operation. 3) HOTPLATE If you want to preserve the surface clean and bright, periodically wash the hot plate with lukewarm soapy water. Never wash them while they are still warm and never use abrasive powders. Do not allow vinegar, coffee, milk, salted water, lemon or tomato juice from remaining in contact with the enamelled surfaces for long periods of time. WARNINGS: - correctly preserve the plate after use by treating it with special products, easily available on the market. - After use, pour a little lukewarm oil on the plate and wipe it with a cloth. CORRECT USE OF THE ELECTRIC PLATES When using the electric plates, you must: ●absolutely not operate them empty (without a container); ●try not to pour liquids on the plates when they are hot; ●cook with a cover whenever possible to save electricity; ●an indicator light near the knob shows when the electric plates are turned on. 30 Installation and maintenance must only be carried out by a qualified installer. The appliance must be correctly installed in conformity with current law and the manufacturer's instructions. Incorrect installation could cause damage to persons, animals and property for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible. INSTALLATION 4) INSTALLING THE HOT PLATE Check that the appliance is in a good condition after having removed the outer packaging and internal wrappings from around the various loose parts. In case of doubt, do not use the appliance and contact qualified personnel. Never leave the packaging materials (cardboard, bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc. ) within children's reach since they could become potential sources of danger. The measurements of the opening made in the top of the modular cabinet and into which the hot plate will be installed are indicated in either fig. 4, comply with the measurements given for the hole into which the appliance will be recessed (see fig. If a wood is installed above the hob, please look at the hood manufacturer instructions regarding the minimum distance between hood and hob (fig. 5). - Overturn the hob and correctly position seal “E” (fig. 6) under the edge of the hob itself, so that the outer part of the seal itself perfectly matches the outer perimetral edge of the hob. - Evenly and securely fix the seal to the hob, pressing it in place with the fingers. - Remove the strip of protective paper from the seal “F” it the hooks into their relative housings “K” in the unit and set the hob into the hole in the cabinet. Lock it in place with the relative fixing screws “F” (see fig. WARNINGS: be aware that the glue that join the laminated plastic to the furniture, has to resist to temperature not below 150 °C, to avoid the unstuck of the panelling. [. . . ] RATING WARNING: MAINTENANCE MUST ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED PERSONS. 35 This appliance, before leaving the factory, has been carefully tested and regulated by expert and specialized personnel in order to guarantee the best performances. Any repairs or adjustments which may be subsequently required may only be carried out by qualified personnel with the utmost care and attention. For this reason, always contact your Dealer or your nearest After Sales Centre whenever repairs or adjustments are required, specifying the type of fault and the model of appliance in your possession. [. . . ]