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that those people using cardiac devi- ces such as pacemakers should con- sult their doctor or, if in doubt, they should not use the induction areas.
Cleaning and care
Light soiling
Light,
Heavy soiling
To maintain the glass ceramic hob in good condition, it should be cleaned with suita- ble products. The glass ceramic hob should be cleaned after each use, when it is lukewarm or cool. This will make clea- ning easier as it will avoid any
Never use aggressive cleaning products or products that can scratch the surfaces (see the table that shows various common products that may be used).
LOOKING AFTER THE GLASS
The degree of soiling should be taken into account when cleaning, and the items and products used should vary according to this.
Serious dirt and grease should be cleaned using an agent specially made for glass ceramic (for example, Vitroclen). Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Sticky stains that have been burned in can be removed by using a scraper with a razor blade.
Rainbow colouring: Caused by pans that have dry bits of grease on their base or when grease gets between the glass and the pan while cooking. Can be removed from the surface of the glass using a nickel scourer with water or with a special glass ceramic cleaner (for example, Vitroclen).
Plastic objects, sugar, or food with a high sugar content that are melted onto the hob should be removed immediately while hot, using a scraper.
RECOMMENDED CLEANING PRODUCTS
Product | Should it be used to clean... | |
| ...the glass? | ...the surround? |
Soft and liquid detergents | YES | YES |
Aggressive or powder detergents | NO | NO |
Special glass ceramic cleaning agents (e.g. Vitroclen) | YES | YES |
NO | NO | |
Soft cloths | YES | YES |
Kitchen towels | YES | YES |
Kitchen cloths | YES | YES |
Nickel scourers (never use dry) | YES | NO |
Steel scourers | NO | NO |
Hard synthetic scourers (green) | NO | NO |
Soft synthetic scourers (blue) | YES | YES |
Glass scrapers | YES | NO |
Liquid polish for domestic appliances and/or glass | YES | YES |
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