Smeg PX140NL, PX140BE, PX140D Cleaning and maintenance, Cleaning the hob, Cleaning the components

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Instructions for the User

8.Cleaning and maintenance

Before carrying out any operations, disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.

Never use a jet of steam for cleaning the appliance.

8.1 Cleaning the hob

To keep the hob in good condition, it must be cleaned regularly, after each use, first allowing it to cool.

8.1.1Routine daily glass hob cleaning

When cleaning and caring for glass surfaces always use only specific products which do not contain abrasives or chlorine-based acids.

Instructions for use: pour the product onto a damp cloth and wipe over the surface, then rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or chamois leather.

8.1.2Food stains or spills

Never use metal scouring pads or sharp scrapers which will damage the surface.

Use ordinary non-abrasive products for glass, with the aid of non-scratching sponges and wooden or plastic utensils if necessary.

Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or chamois leather.

8.2 Cleaning the components

Never clean the knobs with aggressive products containing alcohol or steel or glass cleaners, since they might cause permanent damage.

The components described below must never be washed in a dishwasher.

8.2.1The knobs

The knobs must be cleaned with a soft cloth dipped in warm water and dried thoroughly. They can easily be lifted off.

8.2.2The pan stands

Remove the pan stands and wash them in warm water with a non-abrasive detergent, taking care to remove all deposits. Replace them on the hob following the instructions provided in point “ 7.1 Fitting the Pan Stands”.

8.2.3The flame diffuser rings

The burner caps and flame diffuser rings can be removed for easier cleaning; wash them in hot water and non-abrasive detergent, taking care to remove all deposits, and wait for them to dry completely.

The burner pins A must be fitted into the recesses B in the flame diffuser ring. The holes C in the flame diffuser ring must mate with the ignition plugs and thermocouples D on the hob.

8.2.4The plugs and thermocouples

For best performance, the ignition plugs and thermocouples must always be kept thoroughly clean. Check them frequently and if necessary clean them with a wet cloth. Remove any dry residues with a wooden toothpick or a needle.

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Contents Table of Contents Precautions for Safety and Use Precautions for safety and useFitting the appliance in the top Instructions for the InstallerFixing to the supporting structure Fixing using brackets Fitting the gasketElectrical connection Gas connection Bottled gas connectionRoom ventilation Combustion gas dischargeAdapting to different types of gas Removing the hob skinAdjusting for bottled gas Rated BurnerheatBottled gas G30/G31 30/37 mbar capacityAdjusting for natural gas Adjusting the primary air flowAdjusting the minimum for natural gas Adjusting the minimum for bottled gasReassembling the hob skin Hob burner layoutDescription of controls Front panelInstructions for the User Using the hobFitting the Pan Stands Wrong Lighting burners with safety device Practical hints for using the burnersPan diameters Cleaning the hob Cleaning and maintenanceCleaning the components