Bosch PCX345E - Acier inox Table vitrocéramique électrique - Manual (Page 5)

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Switching on
Turn the control knob anticlockwise to the required setting. The
operation indicator will light up.
Setting 1: low power.
Setting 9: full power.
Note: It is recommended to start cooking on full power and
then to use intermediate power levels after a few minutes.
Switching off
Turn the control knob clockwise to the off setting. The operation
indicator will switch off.
Residual heat
The electric hob can be switched off slightly before the end of
the cooking time. The residual heat will enable you to continue
cooking for several minutes, thus saving energy.
Cooking guidelines
The following suggestions are intended as a guide only.
Increase the power for:
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large quantities of liquid,
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preparation of large dishes,
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uncovered pans.
Precautions for use
The following advice is intended to help you save energy and
prevent pan damage:
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Use pans which are suitably sized for the hotplate. The
diameter of the base of the pan should match that of the
hotplate, and should not be smaller.
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Use a pan with thick flat base.
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Do not use damaged pans that do not sit on the hotplate in a
stable manner.
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Place the pan in the centre of the hotplate. Otherwise it could
tip over.
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Always use the pan lids when cooking.
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Do not strike the hob and do not place excessive weight on it.
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Pans should be placed on the hob carefully.
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Do not cover the hob with aluminium foil or similar products
when cooking. This could damage the hob.
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Do not allow liquids to boil over onto the hob and hotplates.
Use deep pans when cooking with large quantities of liquid.
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The hob must be kept dry. Salt water and wet pans can
damage the hob. Do not cook with wet pans.
Cleaning and maintenance
Any food which spills onto the hob must be cleaned off
immediately with a dishcloth.
The hotplates should be cleaned with soap and water when
they have cooled.
Dry the hob. Moisture may cause the hotplates to rust over
time. Wet hotplates should be dried quickly.
To protect the surface of the hotplates, treat them with oil or any
other protective product available on the market.
Stainless steel surfaces
Over time, bluish or yellowish stains may appear on the hob
and around the edges of the hotplates. Use stainless steel
cleaners.
It is recommended that the cleaning product available from our
Technical Assistance Service (code 464524) is used regularly.
Avoid using this type of product in areas with screen printed
indications. The indications could be erased.
Do not use abrasive cleaning products.
Enamel surfaces
Clean the cooking hob using a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaning products or scouring sponges.
This could cause the hob to lose its shine.
Preventing damage
Caution!
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The hob must be kept dry. Salt water and wet pans can
damage the hob.
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Try not to spill salt on the surface of the hob.
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Never use abrasive products, steel scourers, sharp
implements, knives, etc. to remove bits of hardened food
from the hob.
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Do not use steam cleaners. This could damage the hob.
Cooking: Setting
Melting: chocolate, butter, gelatine. 1-2
Cooking: rice, white sauce and ragout. 2-3
Cooking: potatoes, pasta, vegetables. 4-5
Light frying: stews, roast joints. 4-5
Steaming: fish. 5
Heating, keeping things warm: ready
meals.
2-3-4-5
Grilling: escalopes, steaks, omelettes. 6-7-8
Cooking and browning 9