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Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your hob,
disconnect it from the power supply. Check that all controls
are in the OFF position before reconnecting.
Clean spills immediately.
NEVER USE: Washing powder, harch abrasive,
scouring pads, aerosol cleaners or oven chemical
clearners of any kind.
Cleaning materials to avoid
•
Household abrasive powders, eg. Vim.
•
Oven chemical cleaners, aerosols and oven pads -
Caustic cleaners such as these will etch the surface and
attack the metal frame.
•
Bath and sink cleaners may mark the surface.
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Before calling service for assistance, check through the
following list, there may be nothing wrong.
Nothing works.
Check to make sure that:
•
the mains wall switch is switched on.
Hotplates are slow to boil or will not simmer.
Check to make sure that:
•
Your pans conform with the recommendations detailed
in this book.
If, despite all of these checks, the hob does not function
properly and problem persists, call Hotpoint Service (see
KEY CONTACTS, back page), informing them of:
- The type of problem.
- The abbreviation used to identify the model (Mod. ...) as
indicated on the warranty.
IMPORTANT:
Never call upon technicians not authorized by the
manufacturer, and refuse to accept spare parts that are not
original.
Enamelled, Stainless Steel and Glass parts
Wipe with a cloth wrung out in warm soapy water followed
by a wipe with a cloth wrung out in clean water and then
dry with a soft clean cloth.
Control Knobs
Wipe over the knobs with a soft cloth wrung out in warm
soapy water or mild non-abrasive. 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 warm soapy water
only. DO NOT USE ABRASIVES.
The Hotplates
Clean with a cloth wrung out in warm water. Then rub a litlle
cooking oil into the hotplates while they are still warm to
condition the surface. Ensure care is taken as the hotplates
will be warm.
