User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON CLAS HE SYSTEM 18

[. . . ] €¢ Before powering the appliance, check whether the technical characteristics featured on the appliance data plate correspond with those of the mains electrical system. €¢ Check that the current load of the mains supply and of the power sockets is suitable for the maximum power of the appliance, indicated on the appliance data plate. if in doubt , contact a qualified professional. €¢ This appliance must only be used for the purpose for which it was expressly designed. [. . . ] • The glass ceramic hob is resistant to thermal and mechanical shocks. However, it may break due to a shock caused by a sharp object, such as a tool for example. In this case, unplug the appliance immediately and contact an authorised after-sales service centre to have it repaired. €¢ Remember that the heating area stays hot for at least half an hour after being turned off; please refrain from placing any cookware or other items on the cooking zone while still hot. €¢ Do not turn on the heating zones if aluminium foil or plastic items have been placed on the hob surface. €¢ Do not go near the heating zones when these are still hot. €¢ If you use small electric appliances near the hob, make sure their power supply cable does not come into contact with the hot parts of the hob. €¢ Make sure all pan handles are always pointing inwards towards the centre of the hob to prevent any accidental spills. First use: the glue used on the hob seals may leave greasy traces on the glass surface. We recommend you wipe these off before using the appliance, with the aid of a non abrasive cleaner. During the first few hours of use, you may detect a smell of rubber, which will disappear quickly. KBH 6004/1 - KBH 6000/1 Power 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Type of dish off cooking greens, fish steaming potatoes, cooking soups, chickpeas, beans steaming potatoes, cooking soups, chickpeas, beans for roasting (moderate) for roasting (high) for browning, to bring large volumes to the boil Specific case - KBH 6034 DO Using the cooker control knob corresponding to the chosen hotplate you can normally only operate its inner zone. To operate the whole extendible hotplate (both the inner and the outer zone) press the button found on the hob. Now you can regulate the desired temperature using the same knob up until number 12. 23 Maintenance and care Advice on using your appliance To get the best from your hob, it is vital that you follow a few fundamental rules during cooking and when preparing food. €¢ Use pans with a flat bottom so they adhere fully to the heating zone. Hob care The vitroceramic glass used for the heating surface is smooth and poreless and it is also resistant to thermal shocks and to mechanical shocks under normal conditions of use. In order to preserve these properties, we recommend you care for your hob as follows: • for ordinary maintenance, just wipe it with a damp sponge and dry it thoroughly using paper towels. €¢ If the hob is dirty, rub clean using a special cleaner suitable for vitroceramic glass, rinse off and dry thoroughly. €¢ food residue and dirt can be removed using a special scraper. Do this as soon as possible, do not wait for the hob to cool down in order to avoid incrustations. For excellent results, use a special stainless steel wool pad for vitroceramic glass cleaning soaked in soapy water. [. . . ] In this case, unplug the appliance immediately and contact an authorised after-sales service centre to have it repaired. Before proceeding with maintenance operations, check that all the cooking zones are turned off and have cooled down completely. Stainless steel frame (only on some models) Stainless steel can stain as an effect of enduring contact with limescale in water or as an effect of highly aggressive detergents (containing phosphorus). We recommend you rinse and dry it thoroughly after maintenance. [. . . ]