Cleaning & Care, Pots and pans, Ignition

CLEANING & CARE

Pots and pans

All common pots and pans: aluminium, stainless steel, cast iron, ceramic, etc., may be used on your new gas model cooktop. Ensure that the pots or pans are steady and have flat bases to avoid dangerous spill-over of hot liquids and wasted energy. A wok support has been supplied with this appliance for use when cooking with a round-bottom wok. The support is not necessary when cooing with a flat-bottom wok.

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Stainless steel

Note: Ensure any oil is cleaned off the hob before first use, otherwise it may cause the hob to turn a yellowish colour.

All grades of stainless steel may stain, discolour or attain an adhering layer of grime in normal operation. To achieve maximum surface appearance, stainless steel must be kept clean by regularly using the following cleaning procedures, thus ensuring good performance and long service life. Wash with warm soapy water and rinse with clean water. Where the stainless steel has become extremely dirty with signs of surface discolouration, (due to periods of neglect or misuse) use a stainless steel cleaner.

WARNING

Never use asbestos mats, wire mats or grids, aluminium foil as it can lead to overheating, cracked enamel. The warranty will be void if these items are used and cause a failure. Woks should only be used on the wok burner and wok support trivet.

CLEANING & CARE

CAUTION

Ensure the appliance is off and cool before cleaning.

Enamel

Persistent stains may require rubbing with a nylon scourer or creamed powder cleansers. Household enamel cleaners are available, follow the manufacturer’s instructions in their use.

CAUTION

Harsh abrasive cleaners, powder cleaners, steel wool or wax polishes should not be used.

CAUTION

DO NOT use abrasive scourers or steel wool.

When removing these stains be sure to follow the polish or brushing lines.

Trivets and burners

These can all be lifted off and removed for separate cleaning. This appliance is fitted with single-piece burners (except triple ring wok burner) for ease of cleaning. The burners and trivets are removable for easy cleaning.

Note: When refitting the burners, ensure that they are correctly seated.

Ensure burners are thoroughly dried after cleaning or spillage. When cleaning the burners, ensure that all the flame ports are free of any blockage. If necessary, use a toothpick or brush to clear ports. The outer surface of the burners have a polished finish and extra care needs to be taken to avoid scratching this surface during cleaning. In instances of heavy soiling, it may be necessary to apply a non-abrasive cleaning compound and rub with a cloth until the soiling is removed and then finish with a soft, dry cloth.

Note: DO NOT place burners in the dishwasher.

Ignition

GENTLY clean the spark plug and flame safe guard sensor (where fitted) with a damp cloth to avoid lighting difficulties. Ensure the electrode is dry before use.

Injector

Ensure the injector remains free of any foreign material.

If necessary, use a thin piece of wire to clear the orifice.