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Do not use steam jet cleaners
because the humidity could
infiltrate into the appliance making
it dangerous.
GENERAL RECOMANDATION
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Before you begin cleaning you must ensure that the hob is switched off.
It is advisable to clean when the appliance is cold.
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All enamelled surfaces have to be washed with soapy water or some other non-
abrasive product with a sponge and are to be dried preferably with a soft cloth.
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Avoid leaving alkaline or acid substances (lemon juice, vinegar etc.) on the surfaces.
ENAMELLED PARTS
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All the enamelled parts must be cleaned with a sponge and soapy water only or
other non-abrasive products.
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Dry preferably with a chamois leather.
If acid substances such as lemon juice, tomato conserve, vinegar etc. are left on
the enamel for a long time they will etch it, making it opaque.
STAINLESS STEEL ELEMENTS
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Stainless steel parts must be rinsed with water and dried with a soft and clean
cloth or with a chamois leather.
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For difficult dirt, use a specific non-abrasive product available commercially or a
little hot vinegar.
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Note: regular use could cause discolouring around the burners, because of
the high flame temperature.
CONTROL KNOBS
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The control knobs may be removed for cleaning but care should be taken not to
damage/remove the seal fitted below the knobs.
GAS VALVES
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In the event of operating faults in the gas valves, call the Service Department.
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