Oven User Manual

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Protection in case of accidental switching on
If the electronic control detects the continuous activation of a button for approx. 10 sec. the hob
automatically switches off. The control sounds an error signal warning the user of the presence of an object
on the buttons. The display shows the symbol , which will remain until the hob is switched off and on
again.
Control panel lock (child safety device)
The child safety device can be activated by pressing (prolonged) the button . While this function is active, the LED
next to the button stays lit and all the controls (except the ON/OFF button ) remain inhibited.
Eliminating the control panel lock
To eliminate the control panel lock, press (prolonged) the button .
The hob remains locked until it is unlocked by the user, even if switched off and on again in the meantime and
even after a voltage drop.
Acoustic signal
During use, the following activities are indicated by means of an acoustic signal:
• normal activation of the buttons with a brief sound;
• continuous activation of the buttons (see the section “Protection in case of accidental switching on”) for
more than 10 sec. with an intermittent long sound.
Hob cleaning and maintenance
Before carrying out any hob cleaning or maintenance, always unplug the appliance or disconnect the power by means
of the main switch.
• Stainless steel and enamelled parts will remain pristine if regularly cleaned with water or specific products
are used, thoroughly drying them afterwards.
• Never use steam appliances, scouring pads, steel wool, muriatic acid or other products which could
scratch or mark the surface.
• Do not leave acid or alkaline substances on the hob.
• Never use sharp objects, as they could damage the seals between the vitroceramic and trim or between
the trim and worktop.
• Do not use products containing sands, alkalis, acids, chlorides, oven sprays, detergents usually used
cleaning dishwashers.
• Do not use detergents to clean the vitroceramic as they could cause permanent bluish decoloration on the
surface.
• Use a damp cloth to carefully clean the cooking zones of any residues of special detergents for cleaning the
vitroceramic.
• Remove any residual grime as soon as possible to prevent it from burning. When placing dishes on the hob,
make sure the bottoms are clean, dry and not greasy.
• To prevent scale deposits from forming, always thoroughly dry the appliance after going over it with a
damp cloth.
• Any foods with a high sugar content that spill onto the hob must be immediately removed using a special
scraper.
• Remove grime with a damp cloth; for stubborn stains use the special scraper.
• Carefully clean the hob using a few drops of a special detergent for vitroceramic and paper towel or with
a damp cloth.
• disconnect the appliance immediately if sugar, plastic or tin foil falls or is accidentally placed on the hob when
hot. Immediately remove these substances carefully with a special spatula while the cooking zone is still hot,
paying particular attention to the risk of burns.
Lastly, clean the cooking zone when it has cooled, as described above.