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Safety information
6004347_0 – 27.09.2018
1. Safety information
1.1 Proper intended use
The device serves to extract cooking vapours.
The device is intended exclusively for private domestic use.
The device must only be used with original filters from the
manufacturer.
It is only permitted to use the device when it is in technically
flawless condition and after correct installation.
Any other use shall be considered improper use.
The reading and observance of this manual are also included
in the proper use of the device.
1.2 Authorised target groups
Electrical work only to be undertaken by qualified electricians
in accordance with DIN VDE 0100. Requirements on qualified
electricians:
yKnowledge of the basics of electrics.
yKnowledge of country-specific regulations and standards
(e.g. in Germany, DIN VDE 0100, part 701).
yKnowledge of the applicable safety regulations.
yKnowledge of the relevant legal requirements for gas
installations (e.g. in Germany the technical rules for gas
installations TRGI).
yKnowledge of this manual.
Installation and repair only by qualified specialist personnel.
Requirements on qualified specialist personnel:
yKnowledge of the regulations on safety at work.
yKnowledge of fastening systems.
yBasic knowledge of ventilation systems.
yExperienced in using electrical and mechanical tools.
yAbility to read technical drawings.
yKnowledge of this manual.
Operation, cleaning and maintenance by the user.
Requirements for the user:
yKnowledge of this manual.
There are separate requirements for the following users:
yChildren from 8 years and older.
yPersons with restricted physical, sensory or mental
capabilities.
yPersons with a lack of experience and knowledge.
These users are only permitted to carry out operation,
cleaning and maintenance. Special requirements:
yUsers are supervised.
yUsers are instructed with regard to safe use of the device.
yUsers understand the hazards involved with the device.
yChildren may not play with the device.
1.3 General safety instructions
DWARNING!
Hazard through a disregard of the operating and
installation instructions!
This manual contains important information for the safe
handling of the device. Separate reference is made to
possible hazards.
☞Read through this manual thoroughly.
☞Follow the safety instructions in this manual.
☞Store the manual in an accessible location.
Naked flames can damage the device and can cause fires.
yGas operation only with low gas flames (not rising above
the edge of the base of the pots).
yDo not flambé underneath the device.
yNo unattended deep frying underneath the device.
The use of the device is forbidden under the following
circumstances:
yIf necessary safety devices are missing (e.g. low-pressure
monitor whilst using a heating point which uses air from
the room as its oxygen supply).
yIf essential approvals are missing (e.g. from
chimneysweeps).
yIn potentially explosive atmospheres.
yIf the device or individual components are damaged.
yIn the event of unauthorised alterations or changes to the
device.
yIf liquid has penetrated the device.
yWhen heavily soiled.
yFor children under 8 years old and persons who would
not be able to properly assess the hazards associated with
handling the device.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage occurring in
the following circumstances:
yDisregard of this manual.
yImproper use of the device.
yImproper installation and handling of the device.
yUse of the device by unauthorised target groups.
yBypassing safety equipment on the device.
yUse of replacement parts that were not produced or
approved by the manufacturer.
Further safety instructions can be found in the respective
relevant chapters of this manual.
D“3.1 Safety instructions for installation” (page 8).
D“4.1 Safety instructions for operation” (page 20).
D“5.1 Safety information for cleaning”(page 25).
D“6.1 Safety instructions for maintenance” (page 27).