Hotpoint HW170GW - Manual (Page 9)

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Safety Information
When used properly your appliance is completely safe but as with any electrical product there are certain
precautions that must be observed.
PLEASE READ THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW BEFORE USING YOUR APPLIANCE.
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Remove all packing from inside the oven and grill compartments before switching on for the first time.
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Understand the controls prior to using the appliance.
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Keep children away from the appliance when grilling as the surfaces will get extremely hot during and after
use.
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Turn controls off when you have finished cooking and when not in use.
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Stand back when opening an oven door to allow any build up of steam or heat to disperse.
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Use dry good quality oven gloves when removing items from the oven/grill.
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Place pans centrally over the hotplate making sure handles are kept away from the edge of the hob and cannot
become heated by other hotplate/pans.
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Take care to avoid heat/steam burns when operating the controls.
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Turn off the electricity supply at the wall switch before cleaning and allow the appliance to cool.
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Make sure the shelves are in the correct position before switching on the oven.
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Keep the oven and grill doors closed when the appliance is not in use.
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Take care when removing items from the grill when the lower oven is on as the contents will be hot.
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Keep the appliance clean, as a build up of grease or fat from cooking can cause a fire.
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Follow the basic principles of food handling and hygiene to prevent the possibility of bacterial growth.
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Keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions.
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Refer servicing to a qualified appliance service engineer.
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Take care to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven, as during use the oven becomes hot.
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Before operating the product, remove all plastic film from the sides of the appliance.