Avanti BCT115J1B-IS Instruction Manual - Page 10

Ø IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS After having unpacked the appliance, check to ensure that it is not damaged and all accessories or items included were received. In case of doubt, do not use it and consult your supplier or a professionally qualified technician. Packing elements (i.e. plastic bags, polystyrene foam, packing straps, etc.) should not be left around within easy reach of children, as these may cause serious injuries. The appliance has been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions that must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation. · Do not attempt to modify the technical characteristics of the appliance as this may become dangerous to use. · Do not carry out cleaning or maintenance operations on the appliance without having previously disconnected it from the electric power supply. · After use, ensure that the controls are in the position. · Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet. · Do not operate the appliance barefooted. · Do not allow children or other incapable people to use the appliance without supervision. · During and after use of the appliance, certain parts will become very hot. Do not touch hot parts. · Keep children away from the appliance when it is in use. · Fire Risk! Do not store flammable materials in the oven or in the bottom drawer. · Fire Risk! Do not attempt to dry clothing or any other type of textile in the oven or in the bottom drawer. · Make sure that electrical cables connecting other appliances in the proximity of the appliance cannot come into contact with the hob or become entrapped in the oven door. · The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or damage to property caused by incorrect or improper use of the appliance. · To avoid any possible hazard, the appliance must be installed by qualified personnel only. Any repairs by unqualified persons may result in electric shock or short circuit. In order to avoid possible injuries to your body or to the appliance, do not attempt ant repairs by yourself. Such work should be carried out by qualified service personnel only. · Burn Hazard! The appliance may become very hot during operation. Make sure children are kept out of reach and warn them accordingly. To avoid burns use clothes and gloves when handling hot parts or utensils. · Stand away from the appliance when operating. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause burns to hands, face, and/or eyes. · Never clean the oven with any high-pressure steam cleaning devices, as it may provoke a short circuit. · This appliance is intended for household use. Never use the appliance for any other purpose. · If you should decide not to use the appliance any longer (or decide to substitute an older model), before disposing of it, it is recommended that it be made inoperative in an appropriate manner in accordance to health and environmental protection regulations, ensuring in particular that all potentially hazardous parts be made harmless, especially in relation to children who could play with old appliances. Remove the door before disposal to prevent entrapment. 10