Miele DA 249 Operating manual - Page 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ~ d) Before connecting the appliance to the power supply make sure that the voltage and frequency listed on the data plate correspond with the household electrical supply. This data must correspond to prevent appliance damage. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician. ~ e) Installation work and repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. ~ f) Only open the housing as described in the enclosed "Installation diagram" and in the "Cleaning and care" section of this manual. Under no circumstances should any other parts of the housing be opened. Tampering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous to the user and can cause operation faults. ~ g) Before discarding an old appliance, disconnect it from the power supply and remove the power cord to prevent hazards. Use ,WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A COOKTOP GREASE FIRE: ~ a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium settings. ~ b) Always turn the hood on when cooking at a high heat. ~ c) Clean the ventilation hood frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the fan or filter. ~ d) Use the proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of the cooking area. ~ e) Do not flambé or grill with an open flame beneath the hood. Flames could be drawn up into the hood by the suction and the grease filters may catch fire. 4