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GLASS CERAMIC COOKTOP
AKR 028 – AKR 011 – AKR 014
RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATOR LIGHTS
When the cooking zone temperature is higher than
60
o
C, the corresponding indicator light comes on to
signal that the zone is hot.
This light remains on even after the cooking zone has
been switched off, to signal that the zone itself is still
hot.
The cooking zones remain hot for some time after they
are switched off. During this time do not touch the
cooking zone and make sure that children do not touch
them.
The light goes out automatically when the cooking
zone temperature drops below 60
o
C.
TIPS FOR QUICK AND CORRECT
COOKING:
− To shorten the cooking time, when switching on the
cooktop turn the knob to maximum. After a short
time, turn the knob to the position required for
cooking.
− Use flat-bottomed cookware.
For best energy use the bottom of the pan should
be of the same diameter as (or slightly larger than)
the cooking zone.
− As the cooking zone remains hot for some time
after the cooktop is switched off, turn the zone off
a few minutes before the end of cooking.
The residual heat will complete the cooking.
ADVICE FOR SAFE USE OF THE
COOKTOP
− Before switching on make sure that you have the
correct knob for the hotplate chosen. It is advisable
to put the pan on the hotplate before switching on
and to take it away after switching off.
− Use cookware with flat and even bottoms (be
careful when using cast iron vessels). Uneven
bottoms can scratch the glass ceramic surfaces. Be
careful that the bottom is clean and dry.
− Make sure that the handles of cookware do not
stick out over the edge of the cooker, to avoid them
being knocked over by accident. This also makes it
more difficult for children to reach the cooking
vessels.
− Do not lean over the cooking zones when they are
switched on.
− Do not leave objects of any type on the surfaces
made of ceramic, glass or similar fragile material.
− Do not drop heavy or sharp objects on the glass
ceramic cooktop. If the surface is broken or
damaged unplug the cooktop and contact the after-
sales service.
− Do not put aluminium foil or plastic objects on the
cooking zones when they are hot.
− Remember that the cooking zones remain hot for
some time after they are switched off (about 30
min.).
− Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
− If the cooktop has halogen lamps, do not stare at
them.
− If you note a crack in the cooktop, switch the
appliance off immediately and call the After-Sales
Service.
Do not scratch the cooktop with cutting or
sharp objects.
Do not use the glass ceramic cooktop as a
worksurface.
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