Smeg CIR60X3 manual Using the electric elements, Position Heat Possible Cooking Intensity

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Instructions for the user

7.4.2 Using the electric elements

The electric elements are ideal for ultrarapid cooking.

The settings shown in the table are merely indicative.

POSITION

HEAT

 

POSSIBLE COOKING

 

 

INTENSITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

Off

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

1

Weak

 

To melt butter, chocolate, etc.

 

To heat small amounts of liquid.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Soft

 

To heat larger amounts of liquid.

 

 

 

 

 

3

Slow

 

To defrost frozen food and prepare stews,

 

 

cooking at or just below boiling point.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Medium

 

To cook food which has to reach boiling point, to

 

 

roast delicate meat or fish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Strong

 

For roasts, steaks and large boiled joints.

 

 

 

 

6

Very strong

 

To boil large amounts of water, to fry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

When switching on the electric element for the first time, or if the electric element has not been used for a long time, to remove any humidity from the insulating material it should be dried out by placing the electric element on position 1 for 30 minutes.

To use correctly remember to:

Switch the electric element only after having placed the pan on it.

Use flat and thick bottomed pans.

Never use pans which are smaller than the electric element.

Dry the bottom of the pan before placing it on the electric element.

When cooking with flammable oils and fats, never leave the appliance.

The electric elements will stay hot for a long time after use: do not touch them or place any objects on them.

If any dents appear in the electric element surface, switch it off immediately and contact the nearest authorised servicing centre.

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Contents Index Adaptation to Different Types of GASIntroduction Instructions for Safe and Proper USEPlate on the Casing Must not be Removed Instructions for the installer Positioning of HOBAttachment to support structure 405 Clearance above and around domestic appliances RequirementsInstructions for the installer Room ventilation Discharge of combustion products GAS Connection Electrical Connection Adaptation to Different Types of GAS Removing the hobRegulation for LPG Regulation for natural gas Final Operations Regulation of minimum for natural gasRegulation of minimum for LPG Arrangement of burners on hob Lubrification of gas tapsThis must be done by a qualified technician Using the HOB Instructions for the userIgnition of the burners Practical advice for using the burners Diameter of containersElectric elements Using the electric elements Position Heat Possible Cooking IntensityRegular daily cleaning of the hob Cleaning and MaintenanceCleaning Food stains or residuesCleaning of cooking hob components Ignition plugs and safety devicesCover Preventive maintenance Problems and Causes Problem Cause What to doPage 914773400/ B

CIR60X3 specifications

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