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Preparation
Tips for energy saving
The following information will help you to use
your hob in an ecological way, and to save
energy:
x
Defrost frozen dishes before cooking
them.
x
Select the burner which is suitable for the
bottom size of the pot to be used. Always
select the correct pot size for your dishes.
Larger pots require more energy.
x
Pots with a thick base will provide a better
heat conduction. You can obtain energy
savings up to 1/3.
x
Pots must be compatible with the cooking
zones. Bottom of the pots must not be
smaller than the hotplate. Use pots with a
base diameter slightly larger than that of
the thermal area. This will ensure even
heat distribution and prevent spillage from
dripping onto and staining the hot zone.
x
Keep the cooking zones and bottom of the
pots clean. Dirt will decrease the heat
conduction between the cooking zone and
bottom of the pot.
x
Use only pots with a solid level base. An
uneven base will prolong cooking time and
waste energy.
x
Always cover the pot with a lid. This will
conserve energy and minimize spillage.
x
Save energy by switching the plate off 5 to
10 minutes before the end of a lengthy
cooking period. The hob will retain
sufficient residual heat to complete the
cooking process.
x
A pot with rough edges could scratch the
appliance surface if it were dragged
across the surface of the appliance.
x
Any spillage of sugar solution such as jam,
must be removed immediately. If allowed
to cool on the surface it could pit and
damage the surface.
x
Do not cover the appliance surface with
aluminium foil and do not use poor quality
aluminium pots. These will leave unsightly
deposits which in time, could adhere to the
surface of the hob.
Initial use
First cleaning of the appliance
1. Remove all packaging materials.
2. Wipe the surfaces of the appliance with a
damp cloth or sponge and dry with a
cloth.
Since the following are not factory faults,
they are the owner’s responsibility.
x
Damage to exterior finish.
x
Breakage of glass and other components.
x
Damage through improper use or
installation of the appliance.
x
Damage caused by moving the appliance.
The surface may get damaged
by some detergents or cleaning
materials.
Do not use aggressive
detergents, cleaning powder/
cream or any sharp objects.
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