• The appliance is only suitable for indoor use, do not use it outdoors.
• The appliance is suitable for private use only. It is not to be used for
commercial purposes.
• Never use the appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other containers
which may hold water.
• Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. If it does happen
to become immersed in liquids, do not remove the appliance with your
hands. Disconnect the mains plug from the outlet immediately. If the
appliance has been immersed in water or other liquids, it can no longer
be used.
• Never unplug the power cord from the outlet with wet hands.
• Keep the appliance away from heat sources. Do not lay the appliance
on hot surfaces or near naked flames.
• Beware of hot surfaces! Wait until the appliance has cooled down
before touching it with your hands. The surface becomes hot during use
and hot cookware may cause the appliance to retain an increased level
of residual heat even after being switched off.
• Do not cover the appliance.
• The appliance must only be placed on surfaces that are heat-resistant
and level/straight. There must be at least 10 cm of free space around
the appliance, and air circulation must not be impaired.
• The appliance should be placed at sufficient distances from objects
sensitive to electromagnetic fields (e.g. radios, televisions, etc.).
• Do not move the appliance while there is any cookware placed on it.
Pots and pans must not be overheated or heated while empty. No paper
should be placed between the cookware and the hob. It could catch fire.
• Do not use the cooking plate as a tray for metal objects such as knives,
forks, cans or aluminium foil.
• If the surface becomes damaged, switch off the appliance immediately
and have the glass ceramic plate repaired by an authorised technician.
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