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5 The electric hob
5.1 Operation
5.1.1 Child security
The control knobs are provided with a child security device. You have to push in the knob
fi rst before you can use the hob.
5.1.2 Switching on and off
First switch on all of the elements in the highest setting for
three minutes without pans.
A special rust-resistant coating will be burnt off. This may result in an unpleasant odour.
This is normal.
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Switching on
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Place a pan on a hot plate, press the control knob and
turn it to the desired setting.The hot plate will then
heat up.
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Switching off
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Turn the knob to the 0-setting. Cook with covers on
the pans: this is quicker and less expensive. The hot
plate remains warm for some time after it has been
switched off. Make use of this extra heat in preparing
your meals.
On/off indicator
As soon as a hot plate is switched on, the indicator lamp
fl ashes.
1. Burner indication
2. 0-setting
3. High setting
4. Low setting
