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4 Preparation
Tips for energy saving
The following information will help you to use
your hob in an ecological way, and to save
energy:
x
Defrost frozen dishes before cooking
them.
x
Use pots/pans with cover for cooking. If
there is no cover, energy consumption
may increase 4 times.
x
Select the burner which is suitable for the
bottom size of the pot to be used. Always
select the correct pot size for your dishes.
Larger pots require more energy.
x
Pay attention to use flat bottom pots when
cooking with electric hobs.
x
Pots with a thicker base will provide a
better heat conduction. You can obtain
energy savings up to 1/3.
x
Vessels and pots must be compatible with
the cooking zones. Bottom of the vessels
or pots must not be smaller than the
hotplate.
x
Keep the cooking zones and bottom of the
pots clean. Dirt will decrease the heat
conduction between the cooking zone and
bottom of the pot.
x
For longer cooking time periods, turn off
the cooking zone 5 or 10 minutes before
the end of cooking time. You can obtain
energy savings up to 20% by using the
residual heat.
x
Only use clean pots with an even flat base
to prevent cracking on glass due to hot
spots.
The surface might get damaged
by some detergents or cleaning
materials.
Do not use aggressive
detergents, cleaning powders/
creams or any sharp objects
during cleaning.
Do not use harsh abrasive
cleaners or sharp metal
scrapers to clean the glass
since they can scratch the
surface, which may result in
shattering of the glass.
Initial use
First cleaning of the appliance
1. Remove all packaging materials.
2. Wipe the surfaces of the hob with a damp
cloth or sponge and dry with a cloth.
Since the following are not factory faults,
they are the owner’s responsibility.
x
Damage to exterior finish.
x
Breakage of glass and other components.
x
Damage through improper use or
installation of the appliance.
x
Damage caused by moving the appliance.