7
THE SEALED HOTPLATES
BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR
THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and
allow the hotplate to heat, uncovered by a saucepan
for 3-5 minutes. This hardens the protective coating
on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to
normal use. A harmless smoke will be given off from
the hotplates.
USING THE HOB
•
For single hotplates turn the control knob in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
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The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest number represents the
coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to
the quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
Only saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids
are recommended. The saucepan base should be
approximately the same size as the cooking area.
Ensure that new saucepans are well scrubbed to
remove edges and take off any deposits left from
manufacture.
Traditional round bottomed Woks
must not be
used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.
HINTS AND TIPS
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Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the
hob to help reduce scratches and maintain the
efficiency of the hotplates.
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Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can
cause condensation to form on the hotplates
which may lead to deterioration.
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Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan
manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.
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Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans. Those with uneven bases should not
be used.
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Never leave the hotplates ON when not
covered with a saucepan.
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Ensure that the hob and saucepans are
clean and dry before the start of cooking to
reduce cleaning.
•
Follow the cleaning instructions very closely
to keep the hob looking like new.
