Cleaning and Maintenance
GENERAL TIPS
✓Before cleaning the hob switch it off and wait for it to cool down.
✓Clean with a cloth, hot water and soap or liquid detergent.
✓Do not use products which are abrasive, corrosive or chlorine based.
✓Do not use steel pads.
✓Do not leave acid or alkaline substances (vinegar, salt, lemon juice, etc.) on the hob.
✓Do not use steam jet cleaners because the humidity could infiltrate into the appliance making it dangerous.
✓WARNING: When correctly installed, your product meets all safety requirements laid down for this type of product category. However special care should be taken around the underneath of the appliance as this area is not designed or intended to be touched and may contain sharp or rough edges, that may cause injury.
GLASS SURFACE
✓Remove spillages and other types of incrustations by using only specific products which do not contain abrasives or
✓If you use a detergent, please make sure that it is not abrasive or scouring. Abrasive or scouring powders can damage the glass surface of the hob.
✓All traces of the cleaner must be removed with a damp cloth.
✓Dust or food particles can be removed with a damp cloth.
✓Dust, fat and liquids from food that has boiled over must be removed as soon as possible.
✓If they are allowed to harden they become increasingly difficult to remove. This is especially true in the case of sugar/syrup mixtures which could permanently damage the surface of the hob if left to burn on it.
✓Avoid using a knife or other sharp utensil as these may damage the glass surface.
✓Do not use steel wool or an abrasive sponge which could scratch the surface permanently.
✓Do not put articles on the hob which can melt: i.e plastic, aluminium foil, sugar, sugar syrup mixtures etc.
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
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