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should be at least 450 mm.
17. The safety distance between the hob and an extractor hood
above should be at least 760 mm.
18. Unattended cooking with fat or oil can be dangerous and may
result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off
the appliance and then cover flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.
19. Do not install the appliance near to curtains or upholstered
furniture. RISK OF FIRE!
20. Do not store any objects on the hob. RISK OF FIRE!
21. Household equipment and connection leads must not touch the
hob as the insulation material is usually not heat-resistant.
22. Never use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. The steam will
cause serious damage to the electric components of the appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
23. Never touch the cooking zones while the residual heat indicator is
still on. RISK OF BURNS!
24. After use, always switch off the cooking zones as described in this
manual(i.e. by using the touch controls). Do not rely on the auto-
detection feature to switch off the cooking zones when you remove
the cookware.
25. The appliance is not allowed to be operated with an external timer
or a separate remote-control-system.
26. The accessible parts of the appliance become hot during operation,
so keep children away from the operating appliance. Touching the
appliance while it is operating can cause serious burns.
27. Children must not play with the appliance.
28. Always supervise children when they are near the appliance.
29. This appliance may be operated by children aged from 8 years
and above as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory
and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they
are supervised or have been instructed concerning the safe use of
the appliance and do comprehend the hazards involved. Children
must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user-maintenance
must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
30. Only allow children to use the appliance without supervision, when
adequate instructions have been given before so that the child is
able to use the appliance in a safe way and understands the risks of
improper use.
31. While unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags,
polystyrene pieces, etc.) should be kept away from children and
pets. RISK OF INJURY! CHOKING HAZARD!
32. Only use hob guards designed by the manufacturer of the cooking
appliance or indicated by the manufacturer of the appliance in the
