ACS6SE2 and ICS6SE3 60cm Cooktop Installation and Operation Manual
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Turning on an element and setting a power level
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Turn the control knob of the zone that you wish to cook on, clockwise or anticlockwise until it
reaches the power level that you desire.
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Each cooking zone can be adjusted between 1 and 6, one being the coolest zone setting and
six being the hottest zone setting.
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When you have finished cooking, make sure that you turn the control knob anti-‐clockwise, to
the 0 position.
Hob guidelines
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The first few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid, burning smell. This smell will
disappear completely with repeated use.
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The hob surface is fitted with cooking areas of different diameter and power.
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You should not use saucepans with rough bottoms, as this can scratch the solid plates.
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Before use, make sure that the bottoms of the saucepans are clean and dry.
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When cold, the bottom of the pans should be slightly concave, as they expand when hot and
lie flat on the surface of the hob. This will allow the heat to transfer more easily.
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The best thickness for the bottom of the pans is 2 – 3 mm of enameled steel and 4 – 6 mm for
stainless steel with sandwich type bottoms.
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If these rules are not followed, then there will be a great loss of heat and energy. Heat not
absorbed by the saucepan, will spread to the hob, frame and surrounding cabinets.
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Preferably cover pans with a lid to permit cooking at a lower heat setting.
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Always cook vegetables and potatoes, etc. in as little water to reduce cooking times.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and maintenance operations must only be carried out when the cooktops
is cool.
The appliance should be disconnected from your mains supply before commencing
any cleaning process.
Cleaning the hob top
Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning agents should be removed
thoroughly. You should remove any residues with water and a little washing up liquid.
Abrasive cleaners or sharp objects can damage the hob surface; you should clean it
using water and a little washing up liquid.
