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After each use of the
glass-ceramic hob
, wait for it
to cool
down
and clean it; otherwise, even the smallest food residue will
be burnt onto the hot surface next time you use the appliance.
For regular cleaning and maintenance of the glass-ceramic
surface,
use special conditioning agents
which form a
protective layer on the surface, shielding it from dirt. Before each
use, wipe any dust or other particles from the hob surface and
pan bottom as these could scratch the surface (Figure 1).
Careful:
steel wool, abrasive sponges, and abrasive detergents
can scratch the hob surface. Glass ceramic surface can also be
damaged by aggressive sprays and inappropriate or insuf
fi
ciently
shaken (mixed) liquid cleaning agents (Figure 1 and Figure 2).
Signs and indications
on the hob may be worn if aggressive
cleaning aids are used on cooking zone edges, or if pans with
damaged bottom or used.
Light stains
can be removed by a damp soft cloth; then, wipe
the surface dry (Figure 3).
Water stains
can be removed using a mild solution of vinegar;
however, do not use this solution to clean the frame (only with
some models, as it may become dull. Do not use aggressive
sprays or decalci
fi
cation agents (Figure 3).
Heavier stains
can be removed using special agents and
utensils for cleaning the glass-ceramic hobs. When using these
products, follow the instructions provided by their respective
manufacturers.
Make sure any residues of cleaning agents
are thoroughly removed, as they could damage the glass-
ceramic hob when the cooking zones heat up
(Figure 3).
Stubborn and burnt residues
can be removed using a scraper.
Be careful not to cut yourself with the scraper!
Sugar and sugar-laden food
may permanently damage the
glass-ceramic surface (Figure 5); therefore, they should be
removed from the glass-ceramic surface as soon as possible,
although the cooking zone may still be hot (Figure 4).
Any change in the color of the glass-ceramic surface
does
not affect its operation or the stability of the surface. Such
discolorations are mostly a result of burnt food residues or use of
cookware made of materials such as aluminum or copper; these
stains are dif
fi
cult to remove.
Warning: All damage described above predominantly relates to
the aesthetics, i.e. appearance of the appliance and do not affect
its functionality directly. Such errors cannot be the subject of a
warranty claim.
Cleaning
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Cleaning and maintenance
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure
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