21
Using The Hob
Safety Requirements for
IMPORTANT:
Deep Fat Frying
As there could be some fire risk attached to the heating of oil,
particularly for deep fat frying, cooking utensils containing oil must not be
left unattended (e.g. to answer the telephone) or in close proximity to hotplates.
In the unfortunate event of a fire it will assist in smothering the flames if the pan
lid is replaced, and the power supply is switched
OFF
.
1
Use a deep pan, large enough to completely cover the appropriate heating
area.
2.
Never fill the pan more than one-third full of fat or oil.
3.
Never leave oil or fat unattended during the heating or cooking period.
4. Do not try to fry too much food at a time, especially frozen food. This only
lowers the temperature of the oil or fat too much, resulting in greasy food.
5. Always dry food thoroughly before frying, and lower it slowly into the hot oil
or fat. Frozen foods, in particular, will cause frothing and spitting, if added
too quickly.
6.
Never heat fat, or fry, with a lid on the pan.
7. Keep the outside of the pan, clean and free from streaks of oil or fat.
Utensil Holder
Adjacent to the hotplates on the right hand side is a “Utensil holder”
This provides a handy location for the resting of mixing spoons and utensils
whilst using the hob. The tray is removable for cleaning (see cleaning enamel).
Please note that as this tray is located close to burners it may become hot.
Care must be taken when removing. If in doubt, remove using oven gloves.
