Hotpoint G740 - Manual (Page 5)

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B. Gas Burners
E. Control Knobs
A Auxilliary burner
R Rapid burner
S Semi Rapid burner
How To Use Your Hob
Know your Hob
The position of the corresponding gas burner is indicated
on each control knob.
Gas Burners
The burners differ in size and power. Choose the most
appropriate one for the diameter of the cookware being
used.
The burner can be regulated with the corresonding control
knob by using one of the following settings:
•
Off
High
Low
D. Ignitor for Gas Burners
F. Flame Failure Device - Activates if the flame
accidentally goes out (spills, drafts, etc.), interrupting
the delivery of gas to the burner.
These models are equipped with an ignition button
incorporated into the control knob.
These models fitted with a Flame Failure device (F),
the knob must be pressed in for about 6 seconds until the
device that keeps the flame lit warms up.
To light a burner, simply press the corresponding knob
all the way in and then turn it anti-clockwise to the
"High" setting, keeping it pressed in until the burner
lights.
Caution: If the burner accidently goes out, turn off the gas
on the control knob and wait at least 1 minute before you
try to to light it again.
To turn off a burner, turn the knob clockwise until it stops
(it should be on the “•” setting).
Practical Advise on Using the Burners
For best performance, follow these general guidelines:
•
Use the appropriate cookware for each burner (see
table) in order to prevent the flame from reaching the
sides of the pot or pan;
• Alwasy use cookware with a flat bottom and keep the
lid on;
• When the contents come to a boil, turn the knob to
"Low".
Practical Advice
R R S
S
A
B E F D
Burner Cookware Diameter
(cm)
Rapid (R) 24 - 26
Semi-Rapid (S) 16 - 20
Auxilliary (A) 10 - 14