Hotpoint SD33X manual GB Maintenance and care, Switching the appliance off, Cleaning the appliance

GB Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off

Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it.

Cleaning the appliance

•Slight differences in colour on the front of the oven are due to the different materials used, i.e. glass, plastic or metal.

•Any shady areas resembling grooves on the oven door glass are caused by reflections from the oven light.

•The enamel is branded at very high temperatures. This process may cause colour variations. This is normal and will not affect appliance operation in any way. The thin edges of the sheet metal cannot be entirely enamelled and may therefore appear to be unfinished. This will not affect the rust protection.

•The stainless steel or enamel-coated external parts and the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and neutral soap. Use specialised products for the removal of stubborn stains. After cleaning, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive powders or corrosive substances.

•The inside of the oven should ideally be cleaned after each use, while it is still lukewarm. Use hot water and detergent, then rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products.

•All accessories can be washed like everyday crockery, and are even dishwasher safe.

•We recommend that detergents are not sprayed directly onto the control panel, but that a sponge is used instead.

!Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance.

Cleaning the oven door

Clean the glass part of the oven door using a sponge and a non-abrasive cleaning product, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. Do not use rough abrasive material or sharp metal scrapers as these could scratch the surface and cause the glass to crack.

For more thorough cleaning purposes, the

oven door may be removed:

1. Open the oven door fully (see diagram).

2. Use a screwdriver to lift up and turn the small levers F located on the two hinges (see diagram).

! ATTENTION

WHEN USING THE MAIN OVEN

YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE

BASE OF THE CAVITY IS NOT

COVERED WITH ALUMINUM

FOIL, UTENSIL OR ANY OTHER

FORM OF COVERING. FAILURE

TO DO THIS MAY RESULT IN

THE CAVITY BEING DAMAGED.

Inspecting the seals

Check the door seals around the oven regularly. If the seals are damaged, please contact your nearest Service Centre (seeAssistance). We recommend that the oven is not used until the seals have been replaced.

Replacing the light bulb

To replace the oven light bulb:

1. Remove the glass cover of the lamp-holder.

2. Remove the light bulb and replace it with a similar one: Wattage 25 W, cap E 14.

3. Replace the glass cover (see diagram).

!Do not use the oven lamp as/for ambient lighting.

Side and rear catalytic liners*

These are panels coated with a special enamel, which is able to absorb the fat released by food as it cooks.

This enamel is quite strong, so that the various accessories (racks, dripping pans, etc.) can slide along them without damaging them. White marks may appear on the surfaces; these are not a cause for concern.

F

F

Nevertheless, the following should be avoided:

-scraping the enamel with sharp objects (a knife, for example);

-using detergents or abrasive materials.

F

3.Grip the door on the two external sides and close it approximately half way. Unlock the door by pressing on the clamps F, then pull the door towards you lifting it out of its seat (see diagram).

To replace the door, reverse this sequence.

* Only available on certain models.

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