Ariston KT 8104 QO manual The different functions of the hob, Description of the heating elements

The different functions of the hob

Description of the cooktop

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CResidual heat indicator light

Description of the heating elements

The heating elements are circular in shape and turn red in colour only 20-30 seconds after they have been turned on. Combined halogen and electrical heating elements. The cooktop utilises heating elements which are made up of two halogen lamps and a circular heating element. This combination provides ideal heat distribution across the entire surface of the cooking area without compromising the advantages of the halogen lamps. The main characteristic of halogen lamps is that they pro- duce an instantaneous emission of a large quantity of light and heat, which means:

•a rapid source of heat similar to that provided by gas burners;

•an equally rapid elimination of the heat source. Halogen lamps are extremely easy to use and their operation is analogous to that of other heating elements. Please refer to the table 1.

Table 1

Setting	Automatic plate
0	Off
1	For melting butter, chocolate
2	For heating liquids
3
4	For creams and sauces
5
6	For cooking at boiling temperature
7
8	For roasts
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10	For big boiled dishes
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12	For frjing

Instructions on how to use the ceramic glass cooktop

To obtain the best results with the ceramic glass cooktop, several fundamental rules should be followed while cooking or preparing food.

•Use cookware with a flat bottom to make certain that the pot sets properly on the cooking area.

•Use cookware with a diameter large enough to completely cover the cooking plate in order to utilise all of the heat produced by the heating element.

•Make sure that the bottom of the cookware is always clean and dry to provide good contact between the cooking surface and the cookware. This will also increase the life of the cooktops and cookware.

•Do not use cookware which has been used with gas burners. The concentrated heat produced by gas burners can deform the bottom of the cookware. As a result, it is impossible to obtain the results desired when this type of cookware is used on a ceramic glass cooktop.

•Never leave a heating on element unless cookware is placed on the element because the cookware will become very hot in a short period of time and this may damage the heating elements.

•Keep in mind that the cooking area remains hot for at least a half an hour after the appliance has been turned off. Make sure that you do not inadvertently place containers or objects on the cooking area while it is still hot.

•Do not turn the heating elements on if there are plastic objects or aluminium foil on the cooktop.

•Do not get too close to the cooking areas when they are hot.

•The ceramic glass used to make the cooktop is very durable. However, should it crack, do not use the cooktop and disconnect it from the power supply.

•Instructions for using the appliance the first time: The glue used for the seals may leave grease residues on the glass during storage. We recommend that these residues be removed with a non-abrasive cleaning product before the appliance is used. During the first few hours of use, you may detect the odour of rubber. However, this will disappear quickly.

•The top made of ceramic glass is resistant to sudden temperature changes and shocks. However, if it is struck with pointed utensils or objects such as cutting knives, it may crack or break. If this occurs, disconnect the appliance immediately from the power supply and contact an authorised service centre.

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