Bosch Appliances PIE645Q14E Protecting the environment, Elements that may damage the appliance

Caution!

This appliance complies with safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards. However, people with pacemakers must refrain from approaching the appliance when in use. It is impossible to ensure that all of these devices available on the market comply with current electromagnetic compatibility standards, and that interference which may prevent the device from working correctly will not occur. It is also possible that

people with other types of devices, such as a hearing aids, could experience some discomfort.

Switching off the hob

After each use, always turn off the hob at the main switch. Do not wait until the hob turns off automatically after the pan is removed.

Elements that may damage the appliance

Caution!

■Rough pan bases may scratch the hob.

■Avoid leaving empty pots and pans on the hotplate. Doing so may cause damage.

■Do not place hot pans on the control panel, the indicator area, or the hob frame. Doing so may cause damage.

■Hard or pointed objects dropped on the hob may damage it.

■Aluminium foil and plastic containers will melt if placed on the hotplate while it is hot. The use of laminated sheeting is not recommended on the hob.

Overview

The following table presents the most common damage caused:

Damage	Cause	Measure
Stains	Food spillage	Immediately remove spilt food using a glass scraper.
	Unsuitable cleaning products	Only use cleaning products specifically designed for glass-ceramic hobs.
Scratches	Salt, sugar and sand	Do not use the hob as a tray or working surface.
	Pans with rough bottoms may scratch	Check pans.
	the glass ceramic
Fading	Unsuitable cleaning products	Only use cleaning products specifically produced for glass-ceramic hobs.
	Contact with pans	Lift pots and pans before moving them around.
Chips	Sugar, substances with a high sugar	Immediately remove spilt food using a glass scraper.
	content

Protecting the environment

Unpack the appliance and dispose of its packaging in such a way that no damage is caused to the environment.

Environmentally-friendly disposal of waste products

This appliance conforms to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC. This directive defines the framework for recycling used appliances within European territory

Energy-saving advice

■Always place the correct lid on the pan. Cooking with an uncovered pan will result in a four-fold increase in energy use.

■Use pans equipped with a solid, flat bottom. Curved pan bases increase energy consumption.

■The diameter of the pan base must coincide with the diameter of the hotplate. This generally means the pan base diameter is greater than that of the hotplate. If the diameter of the pan is not the same as the diameter of the hotplate, it is preferable to use a pan with a bottom that is larger in diameter than the hotplate, otherwise half the energy will be wasted. Please note: Whether the cookware manufacturer has indicated the diameter of the top of the pan.

■Choose pans of a size suited to the amount of food you are going to cook. A large pan that is only half full will use a great amount of energy.

■Use a small amount of water when cooking. This saves energy, and vegetables retain their vitamins and minerals.

■Select a lower power level.

4