THE CERAMIC HOB
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE COOKER IF THE CERAMIC GLASS IS DAMAGED. IF A FAULT OR CRACK BECOMES VISIBLE DURING COOKING, DISCONNECT THE COOKER IMMEDIATELY FROM THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AND CONTACT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE.
USING THE HOTPLATES
lTo operate the dual hotplate push in and turn the control knob clockwise for the full area, displaying a double line between the numbers, or anticlockwise for the centre section, with a single line between the numbers.
The inner section is very economical when
lcooking with small diameter saucepans.
For single hotplates, push in and turn the control knob in either direction to vary the heat setting. The highest number represents the hottest setting and the lowest represents the coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to the quantity and type of food to
lbe cooked.
This model has the added feature of Ceraglow hotplates which react more quickly than other ceramic hotplates and are easily identified by an instant red glow.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids are recommended. The saucepan base should be approximately the same size as the cooking area, a base diameter of up to 225mm (9") may be used on a 180mm (7") heated area.
Ensure that new saucepans are well scrubbed to remove edges and take off any deposits left from manufacture.
Pressure cookers, preserving pans etc., should comply with the recommendations given above.
Traditional round bottomed Woks must not be used even with a stand. Woks with
Pans made from pure copper or having a single layer copper base are unsuitable due to the highly reflective nature and concavity of the base.
Glass and ceramic pans are not recommended due to their poor conduction of heat.
NOTE
Occasionally the heated areas may be seen to switch ON and OFF when higher heat settings are being used. This is due to a safety device which prevents the glass from overheating. Some switching ON and OFF when cooking at high temperatures, e.g. deep fat frying is quite normal, causes no damage to the hob and little delay in cooking times.
Excessive switching may however be caused by the use of an unsuitable saucepan or a saucepan which is smaller than the heated area. If excessive switching occurs, discontinue use of the saucepan.
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