[. . . ] The appliance must be delivered to an authorised collection centre for scrapping. Precautions and general recommendations 1. Always disconnect the hood by switching off the electrical power supply before cleaning or carrying out maintenance. 2 Exhaust air must not be conveyed through the same flue used by the heating system or other non-electrical appliances. [. . . ] 3 Do not flambé food under the hood since the flames generated could cause a fire. 4 Never leave the pan unattended when frying since the cooking oil could ignite. Regular maintenance guarantees smooth hood operation and high performance. If the hood is used together with non-electrically powered appliances, ambient negative pressure must not exceed 4 pa (4 x 10-5 bar). Never use flammable materials to convey exhaust air. 5 Declaration of conformity This product has been designed, manufactured and marketed according to the following: - safety objectives of “Low Voltage” Directive 73/23/EEC - protection requirements of “EMC” Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC. 6 5 4Gb33008. fm5 Page 6 Wednesday, August 22, 2001 5:36 PM Using the hood Switch on the hood a few minutes before starting to cook and leave it running for at least 5 minutes after you have finished. Turn the speed selector to the required speed setting according to the quantity of fumes and steam to be extracted. Close the steam deflector (where fitted). Care and maintenance Always disconnect the hood by switching off the electrical power supply before cleaning or carrying out maintenance. See if you can solve the problem yourself with the help of theTroubleshooting guide”). Switch off the hood for a few minutes and re-start it to see if the problem has cleared itself. • The service code (number below the word SERVICE on the rating plate inside the hood behind the grease filter). • • Your full address. Your telephone number and area code. Installation When installing the hood, the minimum distances from the cooktop must be respected, and the numerical sequence and additional instructions must be followed exactly as indicated on the Installation sheet. Some models are fitted with a plastic deflector that closes off the rear outlet. Check that the switch inside the hood (if fitted) is in position“A” Extractor; if not, set it to this position. Electrical connection Before connecting the hood, make sure the voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage in your home. For GB this appliance is supplied without a plug and is intended for direct connection to fixed wiring in accordance with national wiring regulations. [. . . ] For GB this appliance is supplied without a plug and is intended for direct connection to fixed wiring in accordance with national wiring regulations. An all-pole disconnection switch with a minimum contact separation of 3 mm must be included in the fixed wiring in an easily accessible position. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage or problem arising from the failure to comply with the above-mentioned instructions. External Exhaust Mode ( - see also installation sheet) Cooking fumes and vapours are conveyed outside through a duct connected to the hood by means of a collar. [. . . ]