Philco PHS 316 User manual

CERAMIC GLASS
COOKTOP
USER'S MANUAL
PHS 316

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Dear customer,
Thank you for buying aPHILCO brand product. So that your appliance serves you well, please read all
the instructions in this user'smanual.

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CONTENTS
PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................ 2
PART 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE .................................................................................................... 5
Description of the appliance...............................................................................................................................................................5
Description of the control panel........................................................................................................................................................5
PART 3: OPERATING THE APPLIANCE............................................................................................................. 6
Turning the appliance on and o......................................................................................................................................................6
Selecting ahotplate ...............................................................................................................................................................................6
Using the Boost function......................................................................................................................................................................7
Turning o individual hotplates ........................................................................................................................................................7
Timer function (available depending on the model).................................................................................................................7
Child safety lock.......................................................................................................................................................................................8
Suitable cookware...................................................................................................................................................................................9
Saving energy...........................................................................................................................................................................................9
PART 4: SAFETY FEATURES OF THE CONTROL PANEL ................................................................................. 10
Locking the control buttons............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Overheating sensor ............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Automatic shut-o of the cooktop................................................................................................................................................11
Hot hotplate indicator light.............................................................................................................................................................. 11
PART 5: CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................... 12
PART 6: INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE........................................................................................................... 13
Safety precautions ............................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Positioning the cooktop on the workbench............................................................................................................................... 14
Electrical connection........................................................................................................................................................................... 16
PART 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................... 17

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PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Recommendation:
Carefully read these instructions before installing and operating this appliance. Write down the serial number
found on the rating label of the appliance in the space below. It is essential that you store this user'smanual in
asafe place so that you can use it in the future. If you intend to sell the appliance, give it to another owner, or
if you move, always make sure that the user'smanual is attached to the appliance, so that the new owner can
learn about the operation of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
SERIAL NUMBER:
Basic safety instructions
• Take the appliance out of the packaging. Check that you have removed all advertising and promotional
labels before rst use.
• After unpacking, check the appliance for damage, also check the power cord for damage, if appropriate.
Do not install adamaged appliance or an appliance with adamaged power cord. Contact an authorised
service centre.
• We recommend that you keep the packaging materials at least for the warranty period.
• This appliance is designed for household use in the home.
• Only use the appliance for the purpose of heating or cooking food; do not use for other purposes than for
which it is designed (e.g. heating aroom).
• The Manufacturer, importer take no responsibility for damages caused by inappropriate, incorrect
or negligent use.
• Do not use the appliance for cutting or chopping food (e.g. bread).The glass surface of the appliance must
not be used as awork surface.
• Do not use cookware that could scratch or damage the surface of the appliance.
• Only connect the appliance to aproperly grounded circuit that conforms to valid electrical safety codes.
If you are not sure whether the used electrical circuit is properly grounded, please contact aqualied
electrician.
• Do not subject the power cord to excessive pressure during the installation and placement of the device,
or to extreme temperatures.
• Under no circumstances should you replace the power cord yourself. All maintenance must be performed
by aqualied electrician with the power cord disconnected.
• Do not use adapters, multi-socket adapters or extension cords.
• Built-in appliances may only be used when installed into asuitable unit that conforms to relevant standards.
• If you hear acracking sound coming from the appliance, turn it o and disconnect it from the power
socket to prevent potential injury by electrical shock.
• We recommend that you install asmoke detector and that you locate re blankets or re extinguishers
near the appliance.
• The appliance may heat up during operation, prevent small children from coming close to the appliance.
• This appliance must not be used by any persons (including children) with mental disabilities, weak strength
or by inexperienced persons, unless they have been properly trained or schooled in the safe use of the
product, or unless they are properly supervised by aqualied person who is responsible for their safety.
• Children should always be supervised so as not to play with the appliance.

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Safety instructions for use
• Do not place any metal items or ammable materials such as knives, forks, spoons, wiping cloths or pot
lids, etc. near the cooking surfaces as they may heat up or catch on re.
• Do not place empty cookware on cooking surfaces when they are turned on or use the surfaces without
cookware.
• Only use cookware designed for this type of appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance turned on without supervision, especially when cooking with fat or oil. In the
event of burns, asudden ignition could occur.
• Pay increased attention when another turned on appliance (e.g. an iron) is used near the turned on
appliance and check that the power cord is not touching or near the cooking surfaces.
• Do not place cookware with awet base on to hot hotplates. There is adanger of damaging the cookware
and the surface treatment of the cooktop.
• If liquid is spilled from the cookware and comes into contact with ahot hotplate, pressurised steam may
be created. Risk of skin burns or damage to the cooktop. Carefully wipe the liquid o the cooktop using
adry wiping cloth.
• Check that the appliance is properly turned o if you will not be using it.
• Only use cookware that is suitable and designed for this type of appliance. Such cookware for induction
appliances should be clearly marked by the manufacturer.
• Do not use ammable substances (alcohol, petrol) near the appliance when using it.
• You may hear aquiet sound when the appliance is turned on. This is normal.
• If the appliance is not used according to the here provided instructions, there is arisk of skin burns.
IMPORTANT
Leave aventilation opening ofat least 5mm between the workbenchand the frontpart ofthe component
located underneath it.
Cleaning and repairs
• Ensure that the appliance is turned o and that it has cooled down completely before cleaning it.
• Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning.
• Do not use coarse or aggressive cleaning agents as they could damage the surface of the appliance.
• For cleaning use only special agents designed for glass ceramic cooktops.
• Keep the appliance clean to extend its lifetime.
• If the appliance needs servicing or repairs that requires the removal of the cover, please contact an
authorised service centre or another qualied person.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
• Neither the manufacturer, importer nor the distributor take any responsibility for damage resulting from
incorrect installation or connection.

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Avoid the following
The base of the used cookware
Acourse base can scratch the cooktop. Do not turn on the cooktop with empty cookware. This could cause
damage.
Hot cookware
Never move hot pots or pans on to the control panel or the frame of the cooktop.
Salt, sugar and sand
Salt, sugar and sand can scratch the cooktop. Do not use the cooktop as aworkbench or as storage space.
Hard and pointed items
Hard or pointed items can damage the cooktop.
Boiled over food
Sugar and similar foods may damage the cooktop.
Plastic and foils
Aluminium foils and plastic containers will melt on hot hotplates.
Cleaning agents
Cleaning agents that are not designed for glass ceramic cooktops may leave irremovable stains on the
surface of the cooktop

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PART 2: DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
Description of the appliance
Simple hotplate
Control panel
Description of the control panel
Rear hotplate on/o Setting the
temperature
Lock button
Front hotplate on/o TimerSetting the
temperature
Main switch
NOTE:
Due to continuous development the presented picture may dier from the actual model.

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PART 3: OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
The appliance is controlled by touching (pressing) buttons and the respective functions are shown on
adisplay and are accompanied by sounds.
Stand-by mode S-Mode Power is supplied to the appliance, the hotplate displays are o or
the warm hotplate function is activated.
Operating
mode
B-Mode At least one hotplate is on and the display shows atemperature from
0 to 9.
Lock mode VR-Mode The control panel is locked.
Turning the appliance on and o
If the appliance is in stand-by mode, press the main power switch for about one second to switch the
appliance into operating mode. Asound is made each time abutton is pressed.
A"0" will appear on each of the hotplate displays and the decimal points will start ashing (in one second
intervals).
If you do not perform any action within 10 seconds, all the hotplate displays will turn o.
When the display turn o, the appliance is switched to the stand-by mode.
If you press the main power switch for more than 2 seconds (in operating mode), the appliance will turn
o and switch to the stand-by mode. You can turn o the appliance at any time by pressing the main power
switch . Even if you are pressing another button at the same time.
If any of the hotplates are still warm, the display of this hotplate will show the respective symbol indicating
that the hotplate is dangerously hot and there is arisk of injury.
Selecting ahotplate
Use the on/o button of ahotplate to turn on the respective hotplate. The decimal point of the selected
hotplate will start ashing. Use the or buttons to set the temperature in the range 1 - 9.
You must press the buttons within 3 seconds, otherwise the selection will be deleted and the decimal point
will disappear. If you do not press any button within 10 seconds, the appliance will automatically switch to
the stand-by mode.
NOTE:
Always set the temperature of the hotplate using the or buttons in the range from 1 - 9.
Asound is made each time abutton is pressed.

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Using the Boost function
All hotplates are equipped with the Boost function.
If the Boost function is activated, the hotplate will switch to maximum power for apreset time, which
depends on the selected temperature setting. The "A" symbol and the set temperature will be intermittently
shown on the display in one second intervals. As soon as the Boost function time elapses, only the set
temperature is shown.
If the Boost function is used, the temperature must be set to 9 from 0 using the button. After the
temperature is set to 9, it will be intermittently shown on the display with the "A" symbol. This means that
temperature 9 and the Boost function are set.
You can also activate the Boost function by repeatedly pressing the button up to temperature 9. The
symbol "A" and 9 will intermittently ash on the display.
Turning o individual hotplates
You can turn o ahotplate in one of the following ways:
• Press the and buttons at the same time.
• Lower the temperature to 0 by repeatedly pressing the button.
• Turn on the timer function for turning o ahotplate.
Timer function (available depending on the model)
It is possible to set amaximum of 2 timers simultaneously (one for each hotplate) and also aminute timer,
which is independent of ahotplates that are turned on.
All the timers can only be set in the operating mode. The hotplate timer can be set when the hotplate
temperature is set in the range from 1 - 9. The minute timer can be set without the need to turn on ahotplate.
In order to use both types of timers at the same time, the timer function must be activated using the
button.
Turn on the appliance. Then press the button once and the system will show the minute timer (no
hotplate indicator is ashing and all hotplates are turned o).
Press the button again and the cooking zone indicator will start ashing. Now the appliance is switched
to the timer setting.
Press the button again and the timer of the next hotplate can now be set. Repeat the previous step.

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Minute timer
The minute timer function can be turned on without having to turn on the hotplate. Press the button
once to turn on the minute timer. "00" will be shown on the display and the dot in the right part of the timer
display means that you can use the and buttons to set the minute timer.
The minute timer is set when the indicators of all cooking are lit or o.
After the minute timer is successfully set, acountdown will start.
NOTE:
The minute timer will not be cancelled by turning o the appliance or by activating the button lock
function. It will continue running.
Asound will be made as soon as the minute timer reaches "00". Press the any button to cancel the sound.
Hotplate timer
The hotplate timer can be set only when the given hotplate is turned on (temperature is set from 1 - 9).
First press the button and the minute timer will be activated. Press the button again and the hotplate
timer will be activated. The hotplate indicators will start ashing.
Repeatedly press the button to select the hotplate for which you want to set the timer. The indicator of
the selected hotplate will start ashing.
Use the and buttons to set the hotplate timer.
The timer is activated when the indicator of the selected hotplate lights up.
To set the timer for other hotplates, press the button again and proceed according to the steps described
above.
Child Safety Lock
The control panel saver serves to dim lights and save energy during operation. It is not possible to adjust
the temperature (e.g. to increase the temperature) and other functions. It is only possible to turn o the
appliance.
Press the button for approximately 2 seconds to turn on the function. Asound is made. The saver will start
ashing and the hotplates will be blocked.
NOTE:
Hotplates can only be locked in the operating mode.

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While the hotplates are locked, it is only possible to use the main power switch , all other buttons will
be deactivated. When you press abutton in the lock mode, asound is made and the lock indicator will start
ashing. You will only be able use the main power switch . If you turn o the appliance, the function will
remain activated even when it is turned on again.
Press the button for 2 seconds to cancel the function and the indicator will disappear. Now you will be
able to fully use the appliance.
Suitable cookware
Do not use cookware that has acoarse base because this base could scratch the glass ceramic surface.
Suitable cookware should have athick at base. Before using and placing the cookware on the cooktop,
check that the base is clean and dry.
Place the cookware on the hotplate before turning it on.
Always use alid on the cookware. The cookware base should not be smaller or larger than the diameter of
the hotplate. To prevent wasting energy, the cookware should be at least as large as the hotplate - see picture
below.
RIGHT WRONG WRONG WRONG
Energy savings
• Place the cookware on the hotplate before turning it on. If you turn on the hotplate before placing the
cookware on it, the hotplate will not turn on and the display will show.
• To reduce the cooking time use alid.
• As soon as the liquid starts to boil, lower the temperature.
• To shorten the cooking time reduce the amount of water and fat to aminimum.
• Select the respective temperature for the given type of food.

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PART 4: SAFETY FEATURES OF THE CONTROL PANEL
The following safety features will prevent undesirable accidental steps.
Locking the control buttons
To prevent accidentally pressing abutton, the appliance is equipped with asensor monitor.
If any button is pressed for longer than 12 seconds (e.g. by leaving apot on the control panel, etc.) asound is
made informing you about incorrect controls and then the appliance will be switched to the stand-by mode
for safety reasons. An "F" will start ashing on all the hotplate displays.
If any of the hotplates is dangerously hot, it will be shown on all the hotplate displays.
The control panel will then switch to the stand-by mode. At the same time asound warning is made. The
sound warning will turn o after 10 minutes.
If the cause of the incorrect controls is remedied, the symbols will disappear from the hotplates and the
sound will stop.
Overheating sensor
Because the control panel is located near to the hotplates, asituation can occur, where the cookware is not
correctly placed on the hotplate and as aresult of this oversight the pot will increase the temperature to
amaximum and the cooktop, including the control panel will overheat.
To prevent damaging the appliance, there is asensor in the control panel that continuously monitors
temperature and if there is adanger that the appliance could overheat, then the appliance will be turned
o. If this happens a"t" symbol will appear on all the hotplate displays and will not disappear until the
temperature decreases.

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As soon as the temperature decreases to the operating temperature, the "t" symbol will disappear from the
displays and the appliance will switch to the stand-by mode. Then turn on the appliance using the main
power switch .
Automatic shut-o of the cooktop
The control panel has apreset operating time. If you do not press any button during this preset time, the
appliance will turn o automatically ("0" will be shown on the display for 10 seconds and then the warm
hotplate symbols will appear). The preset operating time depends on the preset temperature. If the hotplate
timer was activated, then the "00" symbol will appear on the display for 10 seconds. Then the timer display
will be turned o.
After the automatic shut-o of the cooktop, turn the cooktop on again using the main power switch and you
can use it again.
Warm hotplate indicator light
After nishing cooking there is accumulated heat on the glass ceramic hotplate, which may remain
dangerous even after the cooktop is turned o. The control sensor can calculate, how hot the glass is in the
worst case scenario. If the temperature is higher than 60 °C, the display of the respective hotplate will show
the warm hotplate symbol, after you turn o the cooktop. The warm hotplate indicator light will remain lit
until the temperature falls below 60 °C.
The warm hotplate symbol has alower priority than other symbols and therefore may be overwritten by
another value, for example when the cooktop is turned o for safety reasons.
If the electrical power supply is interrupted and subsequently renewed, the warm hotplate symbol will be lit
on the hotplate that is still hotter than 60 °C. The display will start ashing until the temperature declines or
until you turn on the cooktop again.

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PART 5: CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning, check that the appliance is turned o, the power cord is disconnected from the power
socket, or if appropriate the circuit breaker to which the appliance is connected is disengaged.
Clean the cooktop before every use. This will prevent food remains from baking on.
For cleaning use special cleaning agents for glass ceramic cooktops, which can be used even if the cooktop is
still warm. Rinse and wipe dry using aclean wiping cloth or paper towel.
You can use aspecial scraper for the removal of baked on food. Sticky food (e.g. sugar) must be removed
immediately after being spilled, before the surface cools down.
The scraper is equipped with arazor blade that is very sharp. Be careful when using the scraper. Keep out of
the reach of children.
To remove baked on food, moisten asoft sponge and remove the baked on food using the moistened soft
sponge.
Do not use abrasive sponges, steel wool, caustic cleaning agents, cleaning agents in sprays or any sharp items
to clean the surface of the cooktop.
Do not use asteam cleaner to clean away food.
Regular maintenance will extend the lifetime of your cooktop.

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PART 6: INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
Safety precautions
• The appliance MUST be installed in the correct manner from the technical point of view and in accordance
with this installation manual and according to valid local legal codes. The person performing the
installation is responsible for any damages caused by an inadequate installation.
• The appliance must only be connected by an authorised technician, who must follow the provisions of the
power company in the installation location.
• With respect to protection the appliance is atype Iand may only be put into operation if the connection
is properly grounded.
• Serious injuries may result if this appliance is not correctly connected to agrounding clamp or is put into
operation without professional installation. The manufacturer is not responsible for incorrect use and
possible damages caused by an incorrect electrical installation.
• With respect to electrical protection it is necessary to install type B or C fuses.
• If the appliance is not equipped with aplug, then it is necessary to install suitable means for disconnecting
it from the electricity grid in accordance with valid local installation codes.
• The power cord must be guided in such away that it does not touch the hot parts of the cooktop or astove.
• Induction cooktops can only be installed above ovens with ventilation from the same manufacturer.
• A refrigerator, dishwasher, stove without ventilation or washing machine may not be installed
under the cooktop.
• If the cooktop is installed above adrawer, metal items located inside the drawer space could become
heated to ahigh temperature by the air circulation coming from the cooktop ventilation, so for this reason
we recommend the use of apartition panel.
• For asuitable partition panel you can use awooden board or purchase adequate accessories.
• Any tampering with the appliance, including the replacement of the power cord may only be performed
by an authorised service centre.
ATTENTION:
Neither the manufacturer, importer nor the distributor take any responsibility for damage resulting from
incorrect installation or connection.
Selecting the installation location
• Do not place any other appliance in the area up to 65 cm above the appliance.
• Arange hood must be installed according to the range hood manufacturer'sinstructions.
• The wall in the rear part of the installed cooktop must be made from an inammable material.
• The length of the power cord must not exceed 2 metres.
Requirements for the workbench
• The workbench must be straight and located horizontally. Perform the cut-outs into the built-
in furniture prior to installing the appliance. Remove all splinters and wood shavings otherwise
a malfunction of the electrical components could occur. At the same time ensure that after
performing the cut-out works, the stability of the furniture is not compromised.
• The surfaces of the cuts need to be treated so that they are resistant against temperature and moisture
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• Furniture intended for built-in appliances must be resistant to temperatures of up to 90°C.
• The minimum distance from the cut-out to the side wall must be: 40 mm. Do not locate the cooktop
between two side walls. If it is located in such away, it is necessary to maintain aminimum distance of 200
mm from one of the side walls.
• The minimum thickness of the workbench into which the installation is made is:
• 30 mm if the installation is above an oven;
• 20 mm if the installation is without an oven or above adrawer.
• For the ventilation of the cooktop provide an opening in the top part of the rear wall of the furniture with
awidth of 45 mm and a20mm gap between the rear wall of the furniture and the kitchen wall. If you
will be installing the cooktop above adrawer, it is necessary to maintain aminimum distance of 65 mm
between the drawer and the top part of the workbench.
Positioning the cooktop in the workbench
Take the appliance out of the packaging and remove all advertising and promotional materials to check that
the appliance is not damaged. If the appliance is damaged or the power cord is damaged, do not use the
appliance and contact an authorised service centre.
Cut out an opening of the corresponding dimensions according to the picture here provided.
Adjacent wall A[mm] B [mm]
Flammable material 60 150
Inammable material 25 40

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Apply single sided tape around the bottom edge of the cooktop - see picture below.
Do not stretch too much.
Attach 4 mounting brackets into the side parts of the appliance.
Mounting brackets
Insert the cooktop into the cut-out hole in the workbench.
To ensure cooling, before inserting the oven, it is necessary to remove the rear kitchen panel in the location
where the oven is opened. The front part of the kitchen part must have ahole no smaller than 5 mm.
ATTENTION:
Under no condition should you glue this glass ceramic cooktop!

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Electrical connection
Before connecting the electrical wiring check that:
• The voltage indicated on the rating label of the appliance (in the rear part) is the same as the voltage in
your power socket.
• The circuit into which the appliance will be connected must cover the load of the given appliance (see
rating label).
• The power supply must be grounded in accordance with stipulated valid codes and must be in good
condition.
• The circuit breaker to which the appliance is connected must remain easily accessible.
• If neither the respective electrical circuit or circuit breaker are available, it is necessary to have one installed
by aqualied electrician before installing and connecting the appliance.
The electrical wiring connection must be performed according to the illustration below.
3×2.5 mm2220 V~
* This appliance must be grounded .
* For this connection the wire type H 05 VV-F should be used.
The electrical wiring connection may only be performed by an authorised service centre or by an electrical
technician registered for this purpose! An incorrect connection will lead to irreparable damage of the device,
which may subsequently not be acknowledged in awarranty claim. Before connecting, have the voltage in
your grid checked to ensure that it conforms to the voltage on the rating label. The consumer'sconnecting
voltage (230 Vagainst N) must be veried by atechnician using ameasuring device. The length of the power
cord must be 1.5 m so that you can connect the device prior to moving it towards the wall.
Protective electrical lines must be performed according valid codes and norms.
Wire colours
L1, L2, L3 = outside wires that conduct voltage. As arule the colours are: black, brown.
N = neutral wire. As arule the wire colour is blue.
Ensure that the N-connection is correct!
PE = protective wire. The colour of the wire is green – yellow.

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PART 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model PHS 316
Hotplate, Ø180 1800 W
Hotplate, Ø145 1200 W
Residual heat indicator Yes
Total power input 3000 W
Voltage 230 V~
NOTE:
All the here mentioned data is subject to change.

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE DISPOSAL OF USED
PACKAGING MATERIALS
Dispose of packaging material at a public waste disposal site.
DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES
The meaning of the symbol on the product, its accessory or packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household waste. Please, dispose of this product at your applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical & electronic equipment waste. Alternatively in some states of
the European Union or other European states you may return your products to your local retailer
when buying an equivalent new product. The correct disposal of this product will help save valuable
natural resources and help in preventing the potential negative impact on the environment and
human health, which could be caused as a result of improper liquidation of waste. Please ask your
local authorities or the nearest waste collection centre for further details. The improper disposal of
this type of waste may fall subject to national regulations for nes.
For business entities in the European Union
If you wish to dispose of an electrical or electronic device, request the necessary information from
your seller or supplier.
Disposal in other countries outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of this product, request the necessary information about the correct disposal
method from local government departments or from your seller.
This product meets all the basic EU regulation requirements that relate to it.
Changes to the text, design and technical specications may occur without prior notice and we reserve the
right to make these changes.