Whirlpool Oven Health & Safety and Installation Guide

Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED

Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions carefully and keep them for future reference. These instructions, along with the appliance itself, provide important safety warnings that must be observed at all times. The manufacturer is not liable for any failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance, or for incorrect setting of controls.

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Very young children (0-3 years) and young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children aged 8 and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, may use this appliance only if supervised or if they have received instructions on safe use and understand the associated hazards.
• Children must not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• WARNING: Avoid touching heating elements or interior surfaces to prevent burns.
• Never leave the appliance unattended during food drying.
• If the appliance is suitable for probe usage, only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven.
• Keep clothes or other flammable materials away from the appliance until all components have cooled down completely.
• Overheated oils and fats can easily catch fire. Always be vigilant when cooking food rich in fat or oil, or when adding alcohol (e.g., rum, cognac, wine) as there is a risk of fire.
• Use oven gloves to remove pans and accessories, taking care not to touch the heating elements.
• At the end of cooking, exercise caution when opening the door, allowing hot air or steam to escape gradually before accessing the appliance.
• Do not obstruct the hot air vents at the front of the oven.

PERMITTED USE

• CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-controlled system.
• This appliance is solely for domestic, not professional use.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not store explosive or flammable substances such as aerosol cans, and do not place or use gasoline or other flammable materials in or near the appliance, as a fire may break out if the appliance is inadvertently switched on.
• No other use is permitted (e.g., heating rooms).

INSTALLATION

• The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons. Use protective gloves to unpack and install the appliance.
• Installation and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual.
• Children should not perform installation operations. Keep children away during installation.
• Keep packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children during and after installation.
• After unpacking, ensure the appliance has not been damaged during transport. In case of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service.
• The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation.
• During installation, ensure the appliance does not damage the power cable.
• Only activate the appliance when installation is completed.
• After installation, the bottom of the appliance must no longer be accessible.
• Carry out all cabinet cutting works before fitting the appliance into the furniture and carefully remove all wood chips and sawdust.
• Do not obstruct the minimum gap between the worktop and the upper edge of the oven.
• Only remove the oven from its polystyrene foam base at the time of installation.
• Do not install the appliance behind a decorative door, as this poses a risk of fire.

ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

• For installation to comply with current safety regulations, an omnipolar switch with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm is required, and the appliance must be earthed.
• If the power cable is damaged, replace it with an identical one. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and current safety regulations. Contact an authorized service center.
• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if the plug is accessible, or by means of an accessible multipole switch installed upstream of the socket in conformity with national electrical safety standards.
• The rating plate is on the front edge of the oven (visible when the door is open).
• In case of replacement of the power cable, contact an authorized service center.
• If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, contact a qualified technician.
• The power cable must be long enough to connect the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the main power supply. Do not pull the power supply cable.
• Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets, or adapters.
• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces.
• The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation.
• Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Never use steam cleaning equipment.
• WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off before replacing the lamp to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the appliance door glass, as they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
• Wear protective gloves for cleaning and maintenance.
• The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any maintenance operation.
• Ensure the appliance is cooled down before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation.

Safeguarding the Environment

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ♻️. The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

For further information on the treatment, recovery, and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste, or the store where you purchased the appliance.

SCRAPPING OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves (if present) so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped.

This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol ♺ on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

• Only preheat the oven if specified in the cooking table or your recipe.
• Use dark lacquered or enamelled baking modules, as they absorb heat far better.

Declaration of Conformity

This appliance has been designed, constructed, and distributed in compliance with the requirements of European Directives: LVD 2014/35/EU, EMC 2014/30/EU and RoHS 2011/65/EU.

This appliance, which is intended to come into contact with foodstuffs, complies with European Regulation CE n. 1935/2004.

This appliance meets the Eco Design requirements of European Regulations n. 65/2014 and n. 66/2014 in conformity with the European standard EN 60350-1.

Installation Diagrams and Dimensions

Overall Dimensions:

• Width: 557 mm
• Height: 525 mm
• Depth: 549 mm (main body), 570 mm (with handle), 595 mm (with door open 89° max)
• Cut-out dimensions for installation in a cabinet: Minimum width 560 mm, Minimum height 560 mm, Minimum depth 600 mm.
• Clearance for ventilation: 40 mm at the front.
• Specific installation requirements for built-in ovens into cabinets are detailed in the diagrams, showing clearances and positioning for optimal ventilation and access.

Electrical Connection:

• The appliance requires a grounded electrical connection.
• An omnipolar switch with a minimum contact gap of 3 mm is required for installation.
• Ensure the power cable is not damaged and is correctly connected.
• Diagrams illustrate correct and incorrect electrical connection methods, emphasizing the need for qualified personnel.

Installation Steps:

• The diagrams show the appliance being handled by two people, using protective gloves.
• Steps include unpacking, positioning within the cabinet, securing with screws (x2), and connecting the power supply.
• Visuals indicate precautions such as not forcing the appliance and ensuring proper ventilation.

Product Identification:

• The rating plate, located on the front edge of the oven, contains essential information.
• Model Number: 400011180557
• Printed in Italy.