Warning:
When the operating for the first time or whenever the hotplate has not been used for a prolonged
time it is necessary to eliminate any humidity which may have accumulated around the electrical
elements of the plate by operating the hotplate on its lowest setting for about 20 minutes.
• Use only flat pans and with a sufficiently thick base.
• Never use a pan with a smaller diameter than of the hotplate.
• Ensure that the base of the pan is dry before placing it on the hotplate. While the hotplate is in
operation, it is important to ensure that the pan is centered correctly above the hotplate.
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CORRECT
INCORRECT
circular saucepan base
INCORRECT
saucepan’s base had not settled
INCORRECT
small saucepan diameter
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• Never operate the hob without pans on the hotplate.
• The temperature of accessible parts maybe high when the appliance is operating. So it is
imperative to keep children and animals out of the reach of the hotplate during and after the
operation.
• If you note a crack on the hotplate it must be immediately switched off and replaced.
• To ensure long life, the hotplate must be thoroughly cleaned with appropriate cleaning
products. To avoid rustiness and to keep them new it is recommended to rub the hotplate
lightly with tissue with a small amount of oil. Do not use a steam cleaner.
• After use, the hotplate remain very hot for a prolonged of time, do not touch them and to not
place any object on top of the hotplate.
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