Important Safety Instructions; Cleaning Safety; Environment Of Unit; Service And Repair Safety - Sharp SCH2443GB Operation Manual

GLASS/CERAMIC COOKING SURFACES
1 Do Not Cook on Broken Cook-Top - If cook-top should
break, cleaning solutions an spillovers may penetrate the
broken cook-top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact
a qualified technician immediately.
2 Clean Cook-Top With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is
used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid
steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if
applied to a hot surface.

CLEANING SAFETY

Clean cooktop with caution. If a wet sponge or
CAUTION
cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to
avoid steam burns. Some cleaners can produce steam or noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Do not use steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaners to clean the
cooktop, as this may result in electric shock.

ENVIRONMENT OF UNIT

IMPORTANT
1 To reduce the risk of fire, do not let any objects obstruct the
inlet and outlet of the unit.
2 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not mount unit over a sink.
3 To reduce the risk of fire, do not store anything directly on top
of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.
4 Always have a working smoke detector in or near the kitchen.
5 Do not leave lids other metal objects such as knives, forks
or spoons on the cooktop. If the cooktop is turned on, these
objects can heat up quickly and may cause burns.
6 Do not place rough or uneven objects that may damage the
surface on the unit. If the cooktop is near a window, ensure
curtains do not blow over or near the unit.
7 Do not use the cooktop as a work surface. Certain substances
such as salt, sugar or sand can scratch the ceramic glass
surface.
8 Do not store hard, pointed or heavy objects that may fall
over the cooktop.
9 Do not put detergents or flammable materials in the equip-
ment installed under the cooktop.
10 Use extreme caution when moving a utensil containing hot
oil or other hot liquids.
11 Any spilled fat or oil on the cooktop may ignite when the
cooktop is hot.
12 Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufac-
turer. Items with magnetic fields (such as radios, televisions,
credit cards, cassette tapes, etc.) may affect the unit. The
marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the
electrical rating on the appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

13 To prevent accidents and achieve optimal ventilation, allow
for sufficient space around the cooking area.
14 Use proper cookware size. This appliance is equipped with
four cooking zones of different sizes. Choose cookware with
a flat bottom large enough to cover the unit heating surface.
The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the
hot heater and may cause burning.
15 To reduce risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials
and spillage due to unintentional contact with cookware,
cookware handles should be turned inward and not extend
over adjacent heating surface.
16 Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance.

SERVICE AND REPAIR SAFETY

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
WARNING
unless specifically recommended in the manual. There are no
user serviceable parts on this appliance. All services should be
referred to a qualified technician.
Only an authorized service representative should attempt to
service your cooktop.
UNPACKING AND EXAMINING YOUR
COOKTOP
CONDITION OF UNIT
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
WARNING
cord or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
Do not cook on a broken cooktop. If the cooktop
IMPORTANT
breaks, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the
broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.

PRODUCT DISPOSAL

This product may not be disposed of as household waste. It must
be delivered to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. Inappropriate waste
handling of this product may have negative consequences for the
environment and human health. For more detailed information
about recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
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