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Do not cook without a
lid.
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Ensure that the lid
does not move.
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When cooking without
a lid, a large amount
of the energy escapes.
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Position the cookware
in the middle of the
burner, otherwise it
may tip over.
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Do not position large
cookware on the burn-
ers close to the con-
trols.
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The controls may be
damaged due to over-
heating.
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Place the cookware on
the pan supports.
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Never place the cook-
ware directly on the
burner.
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Before using the appli-
ance, ensure that the
pan supports and the
gas burner covers are
positioned correctly.
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Handle the cookware
that is on the hob
carefully.
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Do not bang on the
hob.
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Do not place heavy
weights on the hob.
11 Cleaning and care
With careful cleaning and good care, your appliance
will remain fully functioning for a long time to come.
To be safe, close the gas supply on the gas regulator.
(If your cooking zone is set to natural gas, close the
natural gas tap).
Disconnect the appliance from the mains power sup-
ply.
If required, wait until the cooking zone has cooled
down.
Damage to the various surfaces caused by using the
wrong cleaning agent can be avoided by observing the
following instructions.
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Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or steam
jets.
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Do not use flammable materials such as acids, dilu-
tion, petrol or benzene.
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Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or cleaning
materials.
If you clean your cooking zone
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Do not use undiluted washing-up liquid or dish-
washer detergent,
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Do not use cleaning products with a high alcohol
content,
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Do not use hard scouring pads or cleaning
sponges,
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Do not use abrasive cleaning agents such as oven
cleaner or stain remover,
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And do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning
products.
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Do not clean individual parts in the dishwasher.
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Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
11.1 Cleaning
Observe the following instructions for cleaning.
Area
Cleaning instructions
Glass
hob
Care: Protective/care products for glass
Cleaning: Cleaning agents for glass.
Follow the cleaning instructions on the
packaging.
Glass scraper for heavy soiling: Unlock
this and clean using the blade only. Cau-
tion, the blade is very sharp. Risk of injury.
Cover the blade again after cleaning. Re-
place damaged blades immediately.
Enamel,
painted
surfaces
and
screen-
printed
surfaces
Wipe the appliance with hot water and
some washing-up liquid. Dry with a soft
cloth.