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Safety instructions
• Take the time to read all instructions and refer to the "User Guide".
• This appliance conforms to safety rules and conditions in effect as well as the
following EU directives:
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directives
92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
- Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
• As for any cooking appliance, supervise closely if you are using your oven in
the proximity of children.
• Bearing in mind the diversity of standards in force, if this appliance is used in a
different country from the one in which it was bought, have it checked by an
approved service centre.
• Do not move the appliance while it is in use.
• Your oven is not designed to be built-in.
• Check that the mains voltage is that shown on the appliance (alternating current
only). This appliance must be earthed.
• Do not use the appliance if:
- it has a faulty cord,
- the appliance has fallen, shows visible damage or does not function correctly.
In this case, the appliance must be sent to the nearest approved after-sales ser-
vice centre so as to avoid any danger.
• Make sure that the electrical installation is sufficient for supplying an appliance
of this wattage.
• Always use an earthed plug (13A) to connect the appliance.
• If the cord is detachable, connect it first to the appliance and then to the electri-
city supply.
• Do not let the cord hang down or touch hot parts of the oven. Do not discon-
nect the appliance by pulling on the cord.
• Only use an extension lead that is in good condition, with an earthed plug and
power cable at least equivalent to the cord supplied with the product.
• Disconnect the appliance when not in use and before cleaning it.
• So as to avoid electric shocks, do not immerse the electric cord, plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid.
• Do not place the appliance close to a heat source.
• This electrical appliance operates with high temperatures which could cause
burns. Do not touch metal or glass parts.
• The temperature of the door may be high when the appliance is in operation.
Use the handles and knobs. Use oven gloves when necessary.
• If any part of the product should catch fire, do not attempt to extinguish with
water. Smother flames with a damp cloth.
• Do not keep flammable products close to or under the unit where the appliance
is placed.
• Do not operate the appliance under a wall unit, shelf, or close to flammable
materials such as blinds, curtains, drapes, etc…
• Do not use the appliance as a source of heat.
• Never put paper, cardboard or plastic in the appliance and do not place any-
thing on top (utensils, racks, objects, etc…).
• Do not put anything into the air vents, or obstruct them.*
• For your own safety, never dismantle the appliance yourself; as this will negate
the guarantee; send to an approved service centre.
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. Any commercial use, inappro-
priate use, or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts
no responsability and the guarantee will not apply.
Keep these instructions
*depending on model
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