Cleaning
Cleaning operations must only be carried out when the hob is cool.
The appliance should be disconnected from your mains supply before commencing any cleaning process.
Cleaning the hob top
Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with warm soapy water.
Abrasive cleaners or sharp objects will damage the hob surface; you should clean it using warm soapy water.
Although it is easier to clean some deposits whilst the hob surface is still warm, make sure that the hob surface, pan supports and hob burners have all cooled sufficiently before you attempt to touch them.
After each use
oRemove the pan stands and wipe the appliance over with a soft, damp cloth that has been put into warm soapy water. The cloth should be wrung out after being taken out of the soapy water.
oDry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a soft, clean cloth.
Cleaning the hob burners
The hob burners should be cleaned once a week or more frequently if they get soiled.
oIMPORTANT: Make sure that the hob surface, pan stands and hob burners have cooled before you attempt to touch them.
oRemove the hob burners by pulling them upwards and away from the hob top.
o Soak them for about ten minutes in hot water and a little detergent.
oAfter cleaning and washing them, wipe and dry them carefully.
oBefore placing the burners back on the hob top, make sure that the gas jet is not blocked.
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