Hotpoint GF941 - Manual (Page 10)

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Care and Cleaning
Before cleaning or performing maintenance on your hob,
disconnect it from the power supply.
To extend the life of the hob, it should be cleaned
carefully and thoroughly on a frequent basis, keeping in
mind the following:
· Do not use steam equipment to clean the appliance.
• The enamelled parts must be washed with warm water
without using abrasive powders or corrosive substances
which could ruin them.
• The removable parts of the burners should be washed
frequently with warm water and soap, making sure to
remove caked-on substances.
• On hobs with automatic ignition, the end of the electronic
ignition device must be cleaned carefully and frequently,
making sure that the gas holes are not clogged.
• Stainless steel can be stained if it remains in contact
with highly calcareous water or aggressive detergents
(containing phosphorous) for an extended period of time.
It is recommended that these parts be rinsed thoroughly
with water and then dried well. It is also a good idea to
clean up any spills.
• Before using the ceramic glass module, the surface should
be cleaned , using a damp cloth to remove dust or food
residue. It must be cleaned regularly with a solution of
warm water and a non-abrasive detergent. First, remove
all food build up or grease with a cleaning scraper - not
supplied (Fig.A).
Clean the cooking surface when it is still warm with a
suitable cleaning product, rub with a clean damp cloth
and dry. Sugar or foods with a high sugar content that
have melted onto the surface must be removed
immediately with a scraper while the surfacr is still hot. DO
NOT use abrasive sponges or cleaning products under
any circumstances. This holds true for chemically
aggressive cleaners, like oven sprays and stain removers.
Fig. A
• When cleaning the griddle, it is recommeded that you do
so while it is still hot, using the handles provided to move
it from the hob to the sink. To remove the pan beneath
the griddle, it is a good idea to wait until the heating element
has cooled (roughly after 15 minutes).
Greasing the Taps
The taps may jam in time or they may become difficult to
turn. If so, the tap itself must be replaced.
N.B.: This operation must be performed by a technician
authorised by the manufacturer.