User manual SMEG NKT335EEU

[. . . ] A large saucepan that is only half filled will consume more energy. q Saucepans and frying pans should always be covered by a matching lid. q Using a saucepan base that is the same size as the hotplate ensures the optimum transfer of heat. [. . . ] The hob should be switched off either via the cooker fuse or circuit breaker in the main fuse box, or unplugged from its source of power, whichever is applicable. The saucepan base and the hotplate must be dry whilst cooking. Any liquid between the cookware base and the hotplate will vaporize. The ensuing steam pressure can cause the saucepan to jump violently. This provides an indication of which hotplates are still hot. q Switch off the hotplate if the indicator does not work when the hotplate is heating. Call the after sales service. How to prevent damage to your appliance Utensils Please heed the following information in order to pre vent damage to your hob and to keep it in good con dition: q Pots and pans should not have a rough base otherwise they will scratch the cooking zone. q Do not prepare food in aluminium foil or plastic containers as the material will melt and stick to the hob. q Do not let enamel pans boil dry as this could damage the base of the pan and the glass ceramic. q If you are using special utensils, observe the manufacturer's instructions. 19 Cooking zone q Do not use the hob as a storage space or work surface. Salt, sugar or sand (can occur when vegetables are cleaned) can cause scratches on the hob. q Ensure that no hard or sharp object is dropped onto the hob, otherwise it could become damaged as a result. q Only clean the hob when it has cooled, i. e. , when the residual heat display no longer illuminates. If used when the hotplate is hot, agents used for cleaning and care of the hotplate will cause stains. q Do not use a protective foil on the hob. q Do not put any hot pans on the display panels, the adjustment range or the hob surround. Hob discoloration Iridescent discoloration (metallic shimmer) is caused by particles rubbing off the bases of some pans or by using unsuitable cleaners. This can be removed with Sainsbury's CERAMIC Hob CLEANER or Hob Clean but it is a time consuming job. Our customer service will remove such stains at a charge. [. . . ] Clean the hob every time that you use it, so that food remains are prevented from being baked on to the surface. Hob 24 Water spots can also be removed using lemon juice or vinegar. If you accidentally spill acidic liquids onto the hob frame, please wipe off immediately using a damp cloth. Otherwise dull areas may appear on the hob surface. [. . . ]