Instructions for the User
12.CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
12.1 Cleaning stainless steel
To keep stainless steel in good condition, it must be cleaned regularly, after each time the cooker is used, after leaving it to cool down.
12.2 Routine daily cleaning
When cleaning and caring for stainless steel surfaces, always use only specific products which do not contain abrasives or
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.
12.3 Food stains or spills
Never use metal scouring pads or sharp scrapers; they will damage surfaces.
Use ordinary
Do not allow spills of foods with high sugar content (e.g. jam) to dry inside the oven. If they dry for too long, they might damage the enamel coating of the inside of the oven.
12.4 Cleaning the hob components
12.4.1The glass lid
If liquids are spilt onto the closed lid, wipe them off carefully with a cloth before opening it.
12.4.2The pan stands
Remove the pan stands and wash them in warm water with a
The continuous contact between the pan stands and the flame may cause deterioration in the enamel in the areas exposed to heat over time. This is an absolutely natural phenomenon which does not impair this component's operation at all.
12.4.3The burner caps and flame diffuser rings
The burner caps and flame diffuser rings can be removed for easier cleaning; wash them in hot water and
WARNING: never wash these components in the dishwasher.
They may be left to soak in hot water and detergent.
Replace the flame diffuser rings, checking that they are correctly in place with their respective burner caps, making sure that the holes A in the flame diffusers are aligned with the plugs and thermocouples.
12.4.4The plugs and thermocouples
For best performance, on the relevant models 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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