Smeg SEU244ETB Instruction Manual 1 - Page 10

Use 2 Use 2.1 Warnings High temperature Burn hazard • Protect your hands with thermal gloves during use. • Do not touch or clean the cooktop surface during operation or when the residual heat warning lights are on. • Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color. • Do not place empty pots and pans on the cooking zones when they are switched on. • Do not allow children of less than 8 years of age approach the appliance during operation. • Enables the control lock in the presence of children or pets able to reach the cooktop. • After use, turn off the cooking zones. They will remain hot for a certain period of time after switching them off. Do not touch the surfaces of the cooktop. High temperature Danger of fire or explosion • Do not use or store flammable materials near the appliance or directly under the cooktop. • Do not use cans, unopened containers, dishes or plastic containers for cooking. • Do not leave the appliance unattended during cooking operations that could release fats or oils. • In the case of cracks or fractures or if you cannot switch off the appliance, disconnect the power supply immediately and call Customer Service. Improper use Risk of damage to surfaces • Do not use the cooktop if an oven installed underneath is undergoing the self-cleaning process. • Use only pans with perfectly flat and smooth bases on the cooktop. • Avoid letting heavy objects fall on the cooktop surface. • In the case of cracks or fractures, switch off the appliance, immediately disconnect the power supply and call Customer Service. • Do not use the cooktop as a work surface. 12