This article covers the safety guidelines for the BKK-76 by Boretti.
Before you use this appliance • Remove all packaging. • The appliance may be installed and connected by a qualified installer only. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage caused by incorrect installation or connection. • The appliance may only be used after it has been installed in a unit with an approved and appropriate work surface. • This domestic appliance is intended for ordi- nary domestic use (preparation of food) only, to the exclusion of any other domestic, com- mercial or industrial use. • Remove all labels and stickers from the ce- ramic glass. • Do not convert or modify the appliance. • Do not use the hob as a base or work surface. • Safety is ensured only if the appliance has been earthed as prescribed. • Do not use an extension lead to connect it to the electrical grid. • The appliance must not be used above a dis- hwasher or a tumble-dryer; the steam from such appliances can damage the electronics. Using the appliance • Always switch off the heating zones after use. • Keep an eye on preparations containing gre- ase or oils; they can catch fire easily. • Be careful not to burn yourself while or after using the appliance. • Do not allow children to operate the appli- ance. • Make sure no cable of any fixed or portable appliance touches the hot cooking zone or any hot pot. • Do not put any metallic object except pots or pans on the glass surface. If the appliance is inadvertently switched on or is still hot, it could heat or melt the material or even set it on fire. • Never cover the appliance with a cloth or a protective cover. It could become hot or catch fire. • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced or impaired physical, sensory or mental capabi- lities or persons lacking knowledge and expe- rience unless they are supervised or taught how to use the appliance by a responsible caregiver. • Children must be supervised so as to ensure that they will not to play with the appliance. • Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface, because they can get hot. Precautions against damage • Damaged pots or pots with rough bottoms (unenamelled cast iron pots) may damage the glass. Sand or any abrasive materials may damage the glass. • Avoid dropping objects, even small ones, on the glass. • Avoid knocking pots against the glass edges. • Do not put or leave empty pots on the hob. • Avoid contact of sugar, synthetics or alu- minium foil with the hot zones. When they cool down, these substances can cause the vitroceramic surface to crack or damage it: switch off the appliance and remove them from the hot surface immediately (caution: risk of burns). • Never put a hot container on the control pa- nel. • If there is a drawer under the hob, make sure the space between the content of the dra- wer and the bottom of the appliance is large enough (2 cm) to ensure proper ventilation. • Never put any flammable object (e.g. spray cans) into the drawer below the hob. Cutlery drawers must be heat resistant. Precautions in case of appliance faults • If a malfunction occurs, switch off the appli- ance and disconnect the power supply. • If the ceramic glass is cracked or fissured, switch off the power immediately and con- tact the after-sales service. • Repairs must be done only by specialists. In no case open the appliance yourself. • WARNING: If the ceramic surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibi- lity of electric shock. Other safety precautions • Ensure that the pot is always centred on the cooking zone. The bottom of the pot should cover as much of the cooking zone as pos- sible. • Do not use plastic or aluminium cookware. It can melt on the hot surfaces.