Zanussi ZBG 331 User Manual

Important Safety Information

These warnings have been given for the safety of you and others. We therefore ask you
to carefully read the procedures of installing and using this appliance.
Installation
• The work of installation must be carried out by
competent and qualified installers according to the
regulations in force.
• Any modifications to the domestic electrical mains
which may be necessary for the installation of the
appliance should be carried out only by competent
personnel.
• This oven is heavy. Take care when moving it.
• Remove all packaging, both inside and outside the oven,
before using the oven.
• Do not attempt to modify the oven in any way.
• Ensure that air can circulate around the gas appliance.
Poor ventilation can produce a lack of oxygen.
• This appliance is not connected to a combustion
products evacuation device. It must be installed and
connected in accordance with current installation
regulations. Particular attention shall be given to the
relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
• The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the
production of heat and moisture in the room in
which it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well
ventilated: keep natural ventilation holes open or
install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical
extractor hood).
• Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for
additional ventilation, for example opening a window,
or more effective ventilation, for example increasing
the level of mechanical ventilation where present.

Child Safety

• This oven is designed to be operated by adults. Do not
allow children to play near or with the oven.
• The oven gets hot when it is in use. Children should be
kept away until it has cooled.
• This appliance is not intended for use by children or
other persons whose physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without
supervision or instruction by a responsible person to
ensure that they can use the appliance safely.

During Use

• This oven is intended for domestic cooking only. It is not
designed for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Appliances become very hot with use, and retain their
heat for a long period after use. Care should be taken
to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.
• Always stand back from the oven when opening
the oven door during cooking or at the end of it
to allow any build up of steam or heat to release.
• Do not block any of the oven vents. Never line any part
of the oven with aluminium foil.
• Do not allow heatproof cooking material, e.g. roasting
bags, to come into contact with oven elements.
• Never place plastic or any other material which may melt
in or on the oven.
• The gas oven becomes hot with the movement of air.
The holes on the bottom of the oven must never be
obstructed. Do not cover the sides of the oven with
aluminium foil, in particular the lower part of the
opening.
• Do not place sealed cans or aerosols inside the oven.
They may explode if they are heated.
• Do not hang towels, dishcloths or clothes from the oven
or its handle.
• Do not use this oven if it is in contact with water and never
operate it with wet hands.
• Take great care when heating fats and oils as they will
ignite if they become too hot.
• Always use oven gloves to remove and replace food in the
oven.
• Ensure that all control knobs are in the OFF position
when not in use.
• Do not leave cookware containing foodstuffs, e.g. fat or
oil in or on the oven in case it is inadvertently switched
ON.
• When using other electrical appliances, ensure the
cable does not come into contact with the hot surfaces
of the oven.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal
scraper to clean the oven door glass since they can
scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of
the glass.

Maintenance and Cleaning

• Only clean this oven in accordance with the instructions.
• This appliance cannot be cleaned with steam or with
a steam cleaning machine.
• The oven should be kept clean at all times. A build-up of
fats or other foodstuffs could result in a fire, especially in
the grill pan.
• Always allow the oven to cool down and switch off the
electrical supply before carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance work.
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