surface.
Never use aluminum pots on the ceramic hob. Check that the bottom of
the pan / pot is clean and dry.
Recommended base thickness is 2-3mm for enameled steel and 4-6mm for
stainless steel bottom.
Never cook food directly on the glass-ceramic cooktop; always use suitable pots.
Be extra cautious as the cooking zones remain hot directly after the plates have
been switched off.
Residual heat indicator light will remain on until cooking zones has sufficiently
cooled down to prevent burns and injuries.
It also helps to save energy as it shows which cooking zones have enough residual
heat left for further cooking at a low temperature or to keep a dish warm
Do not use the cooktop if the surface is broken or damaged
Do not allow heavy or sharp objects to fall on the glass-ceramic cooktop.
CAUTION! Never use the hob as a heater!
HOW TO SAVE ENERGY
Using energy in a responsible way not only saves money, but also helps the
environment. Save energy! This is how you can do it:
Use proper pans for cooking.
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Pans with thick, flat bases can save up to 33% on electric energy.
Remember to cover pans with a lid, if possible, as uncovered pans use four
times as much energy!
Match the size of the saucepan to the surface of the heating plates.
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A saucepan should never be smaller than a heating plate.
Ensure heating plates and pan bases are clean.
Soiled bases prevent heat transfer and repeatedly burnt-on spillages can often only
be removed with products which cause damage to the environment.
Do not uncover the pan too often (a watched pot never boils!).
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For long cooking times, switch off heating zones 5 to 10 minutes before
cooking is completed. This saves up to 20% on energy.
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