Hotpoint H050E - Manual (Page 10)

OPERATION WHEN USING THE HOB
Step 1 Place the saucepan centrally on the selected element.
Step 2 Turn the hotplate control knob to the desired setting.
1 = Low, 6 = High
Step 3 After use always turn control(s) to their OFF (O) position.
Using the Sealed Plate Hob
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DO NOT allow young children near to the appliance when the hob is in use as the
surfaces get extremely hot.
WARNING: Extreme caution should be used when cleaning the hot hob.
Do not leave anything on the hob when it is not in use.
Never leave a hotplate switched on without a pan as this wastes
energy and will shorten the life of the hotplate
CONTROL SETTINGS GUIDE
This table is provided only as a guide - settings also depend on the type of pan
used and the quantity of food.
COOKING CHART
Knob
Position
Type of Food
1
To dissolve butter, chocolate ,etc.
1 or 2
To heat food, keep small amounts of water simmering, to beat
sauces containing egg yolk and butter. To simmer - stews, meat,
fish, vegetables, fruit.
3
To heat solid & liquid foods - keep water boiling - thaw frozen
foods - make omelettes containing 2-3 eggs - various types of
cooking dishes fruit and vegetables.
4 or 5 To cook foods, jams , etc.
5 or 6 To seal meats and fry fish.
6 Frying potatoes, etc., bringing water to the boil.