THE RADIANT HOB
USING THE HOB
•To operate the hotplates, turn the control knobs clockwise from the 'OFF' position (0) to the required setting.
•The highest number represents the hottest setting and the lowest number the coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to the quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids are recommended.
The saucepan base should cover the hotplate as much as possible. A base diameter of up to 225mm (9”) may be used on a 180mm (7”) hotplate.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans, etc., should comply with the recommendations given above. Traditional round bottomed Woks with flat- bottomed bases are available and do comply with the above recommendations.
HINTS AND TIPS
•Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the hotplates. This will help to reduce scratches and maintain the efficiency of the hotplates.
•Avoid placing fish kettles or large preserving pans across two hotplates as this may cause damage.
•Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan manufacturer, particularly those relating to recommended heat settings.
•Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted saucepans. Those with uneven bases should not be used.
•To prolong the life of the hotplates:-
•Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket.
•Never use an asbestos mat.
•Never line the spillage tray with foil.
•Never leave the hotplates ON when not covered with a saucepan.
•For full details on deep fat frying and preserving refer to instructions on page 11.
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