Whirlpool AKM 331/NB, AKM331/TF, AKM 332/NB, G2P HE61/BR, AKM331/IX User Manual

BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB	Page 9

SUGGESTIONS FOR ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	Page 9

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE	Page 9

ENERGY SAVING TIPS	Page 10

CARE AND MAINTENANCE	Page 10

AFTER-SALES SERVICE	Page 11

INSTALLATION	Page 11

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BEFORE USING THE COOKING HOB

xTo get full satisfaction of your cooking hob, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future consultation.

xKeep the packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.

xCheck whether the cooking hob has been damaged during transport.

xEnsure that the installation and electrical connections are performed by a qualified technician, following the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with current local safety regulations.

SUGGESTIONS FOR ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

1.Packaging

The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and is marked with the recycling symbol Ù, which identifies it as a type of material that must be sent to local waste-disposal centres.

2.Product

The cooking hob is made out of recyclable material. When scrapping it, comply with local waste-disposal regulations. Before disposing of it, cut its power cable off in order to render it inoperative.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL ADVICE

xBefore any cleaning or maintenance operation, disconnect the cooking hob from mains power supply.

xIn case of prolonged use, additional ventilation may be needed (opening a window or increasing the extraction force of the hood).

xKeep children away from the cooking hob when it is in use.

xAfter use, ensure that the knobs are in position zero.

Declaration of conformity

xThis cooking hob is suitable for contact with foodstuffs, and complies with EEC Directive 89/109.

xThis cooking hob (Class Y) has been designed to be used only for cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous.

xThis cooking hob has been designed, constructed and marketed in compliance with:

-safety requirements of EEC Directive “Low voltage” 73/23;

-protection requirements of EEC Directive “EMC” 89/336;

-requirements of EEC Directive 93/68.

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