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CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE
Cleaning
ATTENTION! Before doing any cleaning, make sure that the appliance is disconnected from
the electric mains. During cleaning operations, avoid using direct or high pressure sprays of
water on the appliance. Cleaning must be done when the appliance is cold.
Steel parts can be cleaned with warm water and neutral detergent, using a cloth. The detergent
should be suitable for cleaning stainless steel and should not contain abrasive or corrosive
substances. Do not use ordinary steel wool or anything similar, as this can deposit rust-forming iron
particles, and avoid contact of iron objects with the stainless steel. It is also unadvisable to use
sandpaper or emery paper. Pumice powder should only be used for heavily encrusted dirt; however,
a synthetic abrasive sponge or stainless steel wool used in the direction of the glazed finish would
be preferable. After washing, dry the appliance with a soft cloth.
When cleaning, abrasive powders of any type, chlorine-based detergents and bleach should all be
avoided. Also avoid pouring cold liquids on appliances while they are hot, or cracks could form
which could cause the appliance to become deformed or broken.
The stainless steel should not be exposed to prolonged contact with concentrated acidic substances
(vinegar, condiments, spice mixtures, concentrated kitchen salt…) as these can create chemical and
physical conditions that damage the passivation of the steel; it is therefore advisable to remove
these substances using clean water.
It is advisable to frequently clean the appliance; make sure to remove completely food particles,
especially those of food in batter and/or covered with breadcrumbs. If after cleaning with
mechanical devices such as a cotton cloth or a cleaning brush food particles are still to be found, use
degreasing products suitable for cleaning stainless steel parts. Then rinse the cooking vat by using
running water.
If the appliance is out of use for a long time, it is advisable to disconnect the main electricity supply
and wipe all stainless steel surfaces with a cloth soaked in vaseline oil in order to give it a protective
film and air the rooms now and again.
ATTENTION
: Never use substances, detergents and other solutions containing chlorine or its by-
products.
In order to remove any possible scale-marks, do not use products containing salt or sulphuric acid;
suitable products are to be found in the market or, alternatively, a solution diluted in acetic acid can
be used.
While cleaning the appliance, do not use inflammable liquids.
Abnormal functioning
If for any reason, the appliance does not start up or stops working during use, check that the energy
supply and the control knobs are set correctly; if all is regular, call customer service.
