WARNING!
If you close the lid of the appliance while any of the hotplate burners are lit, the gas will go out. This is because it would be dangerous if the burners stayed on when the lid was closed.
WARNING!
Always use the control knob to turn off a burner. Do not use the lid as a
•Do not leave accidental spillage on the hob or removable parts. The spillage should be wiped up and the parts washed and carefully dried as soon as the hob, pan supports and burner parts are cool enough to touch.
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WARNING!
Take care to avoid burns and scalds when reaching across the hotplate.
WARNING!
When lighting any burner, ensure that it is lit before you leave the appliance.
When turning off a burner, ensure the flame has gone out before leaving the appliance.
Things to note
If you are having any difficulty lighting a hob burner turn all the hob controls off and make sure the burner parts have been replaced correctly.
Hints and tips
•Do not overfill pans or they will boil over.
•Do not use pans with very heavy handles, which cause the pan to tip.
•The hob surface should be allowed to cool before closing the lid.
WARNING!
Place pans on the centre of the burners. Position pans so the handles cannot be accidentally knocked or overhang the appliance. Lift pans on and off the pan supports. Do not slide them across the hob.
•Any spillage should be removed from the lid before opening.
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WARNING!
Take extra care when deep fat frying, do not cover the pan with a lid. Do not leave a pan unattended. If the pan catches fire, leave it where it is and turn off all controls. Place a damp cloth or a fitting lid over the pan to smother the flames. Never put water on the fire. Leave to cool for 30 minutes.
WARNING!
Do not use the lid as a work surface or chopping board. This could damage the glass and reduce it’s strength.
IMPORTANT!
Do not allow hot pans or baking trays to touch the controls as damage may occur.
