Operation Manual

MAINTENANCE

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Clean the cooking appliance after each use. You can use a mild cleaning

agent for this - for example, washing-up liquid. Always clean the hobs

after use. You can use a mild cleaning agent, such as washing-up liquid,

for this purpose. Special cleaning agents for ceramic hobs have the

advantage that a thin film remains on the glass surface so that over-

cooked food and lime scale are less likely to get burnt into the hob,

making it easier to clean the next time.

It is best to let the hob cool down before cleaning it. Over-cooked food

containing a lot of sugar and acids, such as apple sauce, rhubarb or red

cabbage are best removed immediately with a damp dish cloth to prevent

them getting burnt into the hob. Be careful with the hot cooking zone!

You can use a glass-scraper to remove obstinate food residue.

Traces of metals (due to sliding pans) can be difficult to remove.Special

products are available for removing traces of metal.

Never use

You should never use scouring agents. These cause scratches in which

lime deposits and dirt can accumulate.

Never use sharp objects such as steel wool and scourers.

For cleaning tips refer to the internet site 'www.hps.nl'.

COMFORTABLE COOKING

optimal use of the hob

Use a setting slightly above the average setting for:

– cooking of thick pancakes;

– frying thick pieces of meat in breadcrumbs;

– cooking through thin pieces of meat;

– broiling large pieces of meat

– frying blocks of ham or bacon;

– frying raw potatoes;

– frying fish coated with breadcrumbs;

– frying beef olives;

– frying omelettes.

Use the medium settings for:

– completing the cooking of large quantities;

– defrosting firm vegetables (French beans, for example).

Use the lowest settings for:

– simmering bouillon;

– stewing pears;

– preparing meat stew;

– completing the cooking of dishes;

– braising vegetables.

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