User manual HOOVER HPWD 140 X

[. . . ] This will allow you to use your appliance in complete safety. always keep the instruction manual handy. This appliance is exclusively for home use for heating dishes. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for damage to persons or property due to incorrect insta llation, or improper, wrong or ludicrous use of the appliance. [. . . ] The manufacturer shall also not be held liable for accidents (e. After assembly, all parts of the appliance must be insulated so that no mishaps may occur during operation. USEFUL INFORMATION The appliance is to be used only for heating dishware and for keeping food warm. The base of the drawer is covered with anti-slip material to keep dishes from moving when it is opened or closed. SWITCHING ON FOR THE FIRST TIME When using for the first time, clean the surface of the applianc with a soft cloth and then dry it. E Pre-heat the empty drawer for at least two hours: - for the model HPWD 140 turn the temperature knob all the way up to its highest setting. - for the model HPWD 290 select the MAX level of heating using the selection butt on. This will get rid of any residues of grease, oil and resins left over from the manufacturing process which may cause unpleasant odours during cooking. Upon completion of this operation, the appliance is ready to be used for the firsttime. With the switch pressed (position 1) the drawer is on, whereas when the switch is released (position 0) the drawer is off. These parts can be seen only when the drawer is open. When the drawer is closed, a control light located on the front of the appliance lets you see whether the drawer is on. OPERATION Place the dishes in the drawer Select a temperature Turn on the appliance; the switch will light up Close the drawer gently Turn off the appliance before removing the heated dishes. TEMPERATURE SELECTION The temperature knob lets you select a temperature between approximately 30°C and 85°C. Turn the temperature knob clockwise only, until the stop that indicates the maximum setting, and then counterclockwise. Do not force it beyond the stop, otherwise the thermostat will be damaged. The temperature scale does not show absolute temperatures in °C, but rather symbols that represent the best temperature for respective groups of dishes: -(cup) approx. When contained in glasses which are previously heated to this temperature, hot beverages do not cool so rapidly and the container can nonetheless be touched without any problem. Foods placed in these dishes will stay warm longer. Depending on personal sensitivity, the containers can be touched without any danger. The containers can be touched with appropriate mitts or pot holders. HEATING TIMES The time required to heat dishes, glasses and so on depends on several factors: Material and thickness of the dishes Amount of load Arrangement of load Temperature setting For this reason it is not possible to provide absolute information. [. . . ] Do not place hot containers that have just been used for cooking on the glass surface of the drawer. The glass surface may be damaged by doing so. Do not fill containers all the way up to the edge, to prevent spills. Cover food containers with appropriate lids or with aluminium foil. [. . . ]