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emitted. This is normal and will only last for
a very short time.
Clean the appliance afterwards as described
in section General care and cleaning below.
Operation
- Always place a pot / saucepan on the hot-
plate before the appliance is switched on.
- Ensure that the pot is clean and dry on
the outside. Do not use stain cov-ered
pots / saucepans.
- To prevent damage to the hot-plate, only
use pots / saucepans with flat bottoms.
Most suitable are pots specifically
designed for use on electric plates (see
picture I).
- Always make sure that the pot /
saucepan used is of at least the same di-
ameter as the plate; this minimises the
loss of heat and prevents the plate from
being damaged as a result of uneven heat
distribution.
Thermostat setting
6: Pre-cooking and quick frying
4-5: Regular cooking, frying
3-4: Simmering
Set the thermostat knob to the '
after use. To ensure that the appliance is
completely switched off, always remove the
plug from the wall socket.
General care and cleaning
●
Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and
has cooled down completely.
●
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
clean the appliance with water and do
not immerse it in water.
●
Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions.
- After use, a wet cloth may be used to
remove any spills from the plates.
- Following a longer period of non-use, a
special cleaning agent should be used to
treat the plates.
Disposal
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of purchase. Under
this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes
to repair or replace any parts found to be
defective, providing the product is returned
to one of our authorised service centres. This
guarantee is only valid if the appliance has
been used in accordance with the
instructions, and provided that it has not
been modified, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover
wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass
and ceramic items, bulbs etc. If the product
fails to operate and needs to be returned,
pack it carefully, enclosing your name and
address and the reason for return. If within
the guarantee period, please also provide the
●
' position guarantee card and proof of purchase.
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Do not dispose of old or defective
appliances in domestic garbage; this
should only be done through public
collection points.