Care And Cleaning
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To reduce the amount of cleaning always ensure that the hob and cooking utensils are
clean and dry before use. Regular use of cleaner conditioner is recommended for
proper care and protection of the hob surface. Apply conditioner before using the hob
for the first time. It contains a mild cleaning agent, so that subsequent applications
may clean off soil and apply a protective film at the same time. For stubborn stains or
heavy soiling use any of the following materials, and finish off with conditioner.
1. Cif, non-scratch scouring cream.
2. Liquid Gumption Kitchen Cleanser.
3. Special Powder Cleanser.
Powder Cleanser – Mineral deposits that are present in hard water, and some foods,
may cause ‘discolourations’ that appear in the form of grey or brown stains. The stains
sometimes appear to be in or under the glass surface. If there are some persistent
stains after using any of the other recommended cleaning materials, powder cleanser
may be applied, following the manufacturers instructions. Do not use abrasive
cleaners or the powder cleanser on the painted metal framework.
Cleaner Conditioner – Regular use of the conditioner will make the surface easier to
clean thus ensuring that years of heavy abrasive cleaning do not progressively dull the
surface.
If the hob is scratched through accident or misuse, soil that collects will appear as fine
brown lines; these are not fully removable but can be made less obvious by the daily
use of cleaner conditioner. Cooking performance is in no way affected by scratches on
the surface.
Pans with aluminium bases should be lifted rather than dragged across the hob
surface. This will avoid metal rubbing off the pan onto the glass. Such marks are easily
removed by the powder cleanser provided they are not subsequently baked on for
long periods at high temperatures.
Control Knobs – Wipe over the knobs with a soft cloth wrung out in hot soapy water
or mild non - abrasive cleaner. Then, after wiping with a cloth wrung out in clear water,
dry with a soft clean cloth.
Painted Metal Surround Trim _ Wipe over with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water
only. DO NOT USE ABRASIVES.
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in hot soapy water followed by a wipe with a cloth wrung
out in clear water and then dried with a soft clean cloth.
The Ceramic Hob
Stainless Steel
SWITCH OFF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING.BEFORE SWITCHING ON AGAIN,
ENSURE THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.
NEVER USE BIOLOGICAL WASHING POWDER, HARSH ABRASIVE, SCOURING PADS, AEROSOL
CLEANERS OR OVEN CHEMICAL CLEANERS OF ANY KIND.
Cleaning Materials To Avoid
1. Household abrasive powders, e.g. Vim.
2. Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads Caustic cleaners such as these will
etch the surface and attack the metal frame.
3. Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface
