Thetford Linear 170 Series - Manual (Page 7)

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DO'S AND DON'TS
DO Read the user instructions carefully before using the appliance for the
first time.
DO Allow the burners to heat before using for the first time, in order to expel any
smells before the introduction of food.
DO Clean the appliance regularly.
DO Remove spills as soon as they occur.
DO Check that controls are in the off position when finished.
DO NOT Allow children near the appliance when in use. Turn pan handles away from the
front so that they cannot be caught accidentally.
DO NOT Allow fats or oils to build up in the base of the hotplate.
DO NOT Use abrasive cleaners or powders that will scratch the surfaces of the hotplate.
DO NOT Under any circumstances use the appliance as a space heater.
LEAKS
If a smell of gas becomes apparent, the supply should be turned off at the cylinder
IMMEDIATELY. Extinguish naked lights including cigarettes and pipes. Do not operate
electrical switches. Open all doors and windows to disperse any gas escape. Butane/Propane
gas is heavier than air; any gas escaping will therefore collect at low level. The strong
unpleasant smell of gas will enable the general area of the leak to be detected. Check that the
gas is not escaping from an unlit appliance. Never check for leaks with a naked flame; leak
investigation should be carried out using a leak detector spray.
This appliance needs little maintenance other than cleaning. All parts should be cleaned using
warm soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool or cleansing powders. When
cleaning the burner ring it is essential to ensure that the holes do not become blocked. The
control knobs are a push fit and can be removed for cleaning. They are interchangeable
without affecting the sense of operation.
All servicing must be carried out by an approved competent person. After each service the
appliance must be checked for gas soundness.
If servicing requires removal of the appliance:- (1) Turn off gas, 12volt power supply and 240
volt supply if Dual Fuel model. (2) Disconnect appliance from gas and 240volt supply if Dual
Fuel model. (3) Disconnect the spark generator 12v supply. (4) Release and remove the
worktop clamps below the hob. (5) Carefully lift out the appliance from the worktop and place
on a suitable surface.
WARNING
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When cooking, young children should be kept away.
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Turn off all burners before shutting the lid.
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Take care when closing the lid as the travel lock action of the
hinges activates towards the end of lowering the lid.
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Remove all spillage on surface of the glass lid before opening.
MAINTENANCE
SERVICING
OPERATION
When handling or removing the hob from the worktop we recommend the
use of suitable protection to prevent cuts from exposed sharp edges.