Beko HIC64402T User Manual - Page 6

Important Safety Information This appliance is in accordance with the recognized state of the art and the relevant safety provisions. In order to prevent damages and accidents, however, the proper handling of the appliance is a prerequisite. Along with the following information, please take note of further information contained in the text. • Do not put the appliance into operation if there are visible damages such as cracks or splits in the glass ceramic-plate surface. In this event, please contact our customer service department. • No alterations or repair attempts, in particular using tools (screwdrivers, etc.) may be undertaken to or on the appliance. Trained professional who have been specially schooled for this appliance may only perform repairs, in particular to electrical supply parts. Improper repairs could lead to serious accidents, damages and breakdowns. In the event of a breakdown of the appliance, (before contacting our customer service department), please take note of the information contained under "Warranty terms". Please contact our customer service as needed. How to use: • Infirm or mentally handicapped persons and persons who are not able to operate the device properly due to inexperience or lack of knowledge, should use this device under close supervision only. This applies to children, too. • The glass ceramic hob may only be used for the preparation of food items in the domestic household. In the event that the appliance is misused for another purpose or improperly handled, no liability for possible damages can be assumed. • Do not use the hob to heat the room. • As soon as a functional disturbance is detected or if, e.g. due to extreme mechanical effects, cracks appear in the glass ceramic plate, the device must be put out of operation immediately: turn off the device and disconnect it from the electrical mains network (unscrew fuses or respectively deactivate automatic circuit breakers). • Connection cables of electrical devices should not be exposed to hot cooking zones or the cookware. The electrical insulation may become damaged as a result. This is how you can avoid damages to your glass ceramic hob The glass ceramic plate is non-sensitive to heat (up to 650°C) and temperature fluctuations as well as being break-proof and scratch-resistant to a certain degree. Nonetheless, please observe the following information in order to prevent damages: • In no event should you pour cold water over the hot burners. • Do not climb onto the glass ceramic plate. • A sudden stress could become critical, e.g. during the impact of a saltshaker. Therefore, it is best that you do not store such items above the hob. • Before each use, you should ensure that the base of the cookware as well as the surfaces of the cooking zones are clean and dry. • Always lift and do not drag cookware in order to prevent scratching of the glass ceramic plate and wear and tear to the decor. • Avoid peeling vegetables upon the hob surface. Grains of sand can scratch the glass ceramic plate. • Do not use the hob as a storage surface; in particular, do not lay any flammable materials, cartons or plastic packages upon it. Objects made of pewter, zinc or aluminium (also aluminium foils or an empty espresso maker) could melt on hot cooking fields and cause damages. • Take care that no sugar-containing foods or juices come into contact with hot cooking zones. The surface of the glass ceramic plate could be strained as a result. Remove overflows immediately, even while still in a hot state. • Do not place hot pots or pans on the frame of the burner. • When cleaning, care should be taken that no water penetrates the appliance, as penetrating water could cause damages. Therefore, you should only use moist cloths. Never squirt water onto the appliance and refrain from using steam cleaners. 5