1.Make sure the ceramic glass is cool.
2.Use a ceramic hob scraper with care at an angle of 30° to remove as much soilage as possible.
3.Use
TO REMOVE DISCOLOURATIONS OR WHITE AND SILVER MARKS
These marks sometimes give the impression of being in or underneath the hob glass. They can almost always be removed provided they have not become excessively burnt on. Follow the instructions above under ‘To Remove more Stubborn Marks’.
If this is unsuccessful, make up a paste of one part water to three parts Cream of Tarter and leave on the discoloured areas overnight. The marks should be easily removable the next day provided they have not been excessively burnt on. The paste should be thoroughly washed off afterwards.
HINTS AND TIPS
TO REDUCE HOB SOILAGE:
Make sure the bottom of the saucepan and the cooking area are clean and dry before cooking begins.
Ensure saucepans are large enough to accommodate food to avoid boil overs.
If possible, wipe up spills and splatters as they occur, but take care to avoid steam burns.
Avoid using a dishcloth or sponge to clean the hob. These may leave a layer of soiled detergent on the hob surface which will burn and discolour the next time the hob is used.
Avoid the use of:
Household detergents and bleaches.
Impregnated plastic or nylon pads that are not described as suitable for
Brillo pads, Ajax pads, steel wool pads.
Chemical oven cleaners, e.g. aerosols and oven pads.
Rust stain, bath and sink stain removers.
Any of the above products may cause damage to the hob.
It is dangerous to mix different cleaning products. The chemicals in them may react with each other with hazardous results.
SOILAGE FROM SUGAR SOLUTIONS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE HOB BEFORE THE SYRUP HAS SET OTHERWISE DAMAGE TO THE HOB SURFACE WILL OCCUR.
Avoid placing plastic items, foil or dishes on the hot surface as this will cause damage to the hob.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE APPLIANCE
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials e.g. Hob Brite, Brillo pads or scourers on painted or printed finishes as damage may occur. Regularly wipe over the control panel, oven doors and appliance sides using a soft cloth and hot soapy water. To prevent streaking on stainless steel models (where applicable) finish with a soft cloth. Any spillage on the stainless steel finish must be wiped off immediately.
Stainless Steel cream cleaners are abrasive and should be avoided as they may dull the surface finish.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE ANY OF THE CONTROL KNOBS FROM THE APPLIANCE AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND IS A SAFETY HAZARD.
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