NEFF M 55 Series, Instruction Manual

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We advise that you exercise caution using 

or standing near an induction hob while it is 

in operation, if you wear a pacemaker or a 

similar medical device. Consult your doctor 

or the device manufacturer concenring its 

conformity or any possible incompatibilities,

Risk of fire!

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Hot oil and fat can ignite very quickly. 

Never leave hot fat or oil unattended. 

Never use water to put out burning oil or 

fat. Switch off the hotplate. Extinguish 

flames carefully using a lid, fire blanket or 

something similar. 

Risk of fire!

■

The hotplates become very hot. Never 

place combustible items on the hob. 

Never place objects on the hob.

Risk of fire!

■

The appliance gets hot. Do not keep 

combustible objects or aerosol cans in 

drawers directly underneath the hob.

Risk of burns!

■

The hotplates and surrounding area 

(particularly the hob surround, if fitted) 

become very hot. Never touch the hot 

surfaces. Keep children at a safe distance.

Risk of burns!

■

The hotplate heats up but the display does 

not work. Switch off the circuit breaker in 

the fuse box. Contact the after-sales 

service.

Risk of burns!

■

Metal objects on the hob quickly become 

very hot. Never place metal objects (such 

as knives, forks, spoons and lids) on the 

hob.

Risk of burns!!

■

Always switch the hob off using the 

controls after each use. Do not wait until 

the hob turns off automatically after the 

pan is removed.

Risk of electric shock!

■

Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs 

may only be carried out and damaged 

power cables replaced by one of our 

trained after-sales technicians. If the 

appliance is defective, unplug the 

appliance from the mains or switch off the 

circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the 

after-sales service.

Risk of electric shock!

■

Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or 

steam cleaners, which can result in an 

electric shock.

Risk of electric shock!

■

A defective appliance may cause electric 

shock. Never switch on a defective 

appliance. Unplug the appliance from the 

mains or switch off the circuit breaker in 

the fuse box. Contact the after-sales 

service.

Risk of electric shock!

■

Cracks or fractures in the glass ceramic 

may cause electric shocks. Switch off the 

circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the 

after-sales service.

Malfunction risk!

The hob is equipped with a fan in the lower 

section. If there is a drawer under the hob it 

should not be used to store small objects or 

paper, since they could damage the fan or 

interfere with the cooling if they are sucked 

into it.
There should be a minimum of 2 cm 

between the contents of the drawer and fan 

intake.

Risk of injury!

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When cooking in a bain marie, the hob 

and cooking container could shatter due 

to overheating. The cooking container in 

the bain marie must not directly touch the 

bottom of the water-filled pot. Only use 

heat-resistant cookware.

Risk of injury!

■

Saucepans may suddenly jump due to 

liquid between the pan base and the 

hotplate. Always keep the hotplate and 

saucepan bases dry.

Elements that may damage the appliance

Caution!

■

Rough pan bases may scratch the hob.

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Avoid leaving empty pots and pans on the hotplate. Doing so 

may cause damage.

■

Do not place hot pans on the control panel, the indicator 

area, or the hob frame. Doing so may cause damage.

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Hard or pointed objects dropped on the hob may damage it. 

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Aluminium foil and plastic containers will melt if placed on the 

hotplate while it is hot. The use of laminated sheeting is not 

recommended on the hob.