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BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat, uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.
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To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs in
either direction to vary the heat setting.
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The highest number represents the hottest
setting and the lowest number represents the
coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to
the quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans
with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
To check the flatness of the saucepan, place a ruler
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look for
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base.
The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 2.5cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate.
If the base is too small, energy will be wasted,
boilovers will also be more difficult to deal with as
spillage will fall directly onto the hotplate.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans
etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.
Traditional round bottomed Woks
must not be
used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases
are available and do comply with the above
recommendations.
HINTS AND TIPS
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Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the
hob to help reduce scratches and maintain the
efficiency of the hotplates.
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Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can
cause condensation to form on the hotplates
which may lead to deterioration.
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Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan
manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.
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Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
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To prolong the life of the hotplates:
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Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket.
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Never use an asbestos mat.
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Never leave the hotplates ON when not
covered with a saucepan.
THE SEALED HOTPLATES
