Rainford RBH-4654 BF, User Manual

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The first time you use electric hotplates, acrid smelling smoke may appear. This is caused
by the heating of the grease used on the insulation materials on the hotplates. There is
nothing unusual about this. If it happens, simply wait until the smoke disappears and then
heat the hotplates up for approximately 15 minutes at minimum temperature without
using a pan.
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Always put a pan on the hotplate before switching it on.
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The size of pan should be as close as possible to the diameter of the electric hotplate.
Never use pans that are smaller than the hotplate diameters. (See Table 3)
Hotplate Type Pan Diameter
Θ145 mm 150 – 200 mm
Table 3
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Cooking utensils, on the surface of the heater must be used carefully. Or to be put
rubbing, etc. harshly put. uses a special material could damage the surface of the heating
plate is not covered under warranty .
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Ensure good contact between the hotplate and pan base. The base of the pan should
be smooth and solid. This ensures optimum use of the heat radiation. ( See figure 11 )
Figure 11
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Do not use a pan with convex or concave bottom.
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The base of the pan must be dry. Never place pans with wet bases onto the electric
hotplate.
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Always make sure pan handles are turned towards the centre of the hob in order to avoid
accidental burns. Do not use pans whose handles may partially cover control knobs.
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Always place a lid on the pans.
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Empty pans should not be left on the hotplates, nor should the hotplates left switched
on without a pan.
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Do not forget that when the electric hotplates are switched off, they remain hot for some
time. N ever touch them with the hands or other objects in order to prevent burns.
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After use, wipe the hot plate with a damp cloth. You may also use cleaning detergent for
this purpose.
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Never use pointed or sharp-edged objects (e.g. knife) to remove food residue from the
electric hotplate.
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After cleaning the electric hotplate, switch it on for a short period so that it can dry.
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The hotplates become hot when they are in use, take all due precautions. Children should
be kept away until it has cooled.