COOKTOP FUNCTIONS
The cooktop control knobs are marked with a unless the position of the knob is changed. If the
numerical scale corresponding to different power power level is ?6?, the cooking zone will operate
settings, and a series of function symbols.at full power for 6 minutes, then will switch to level
KEEP WARM FUNCTION?6? for the rest of the cooking cycle, unless the
position of the knob is changed. This applies to all
This function uses a low power setting so that food
can be kept warm when cooking is finished.power levels with the exception of level ?10?.
FAST BOILING FUNCTION
How to operate:
1. Turn the knob to .This function makes it possible to bring water to the
boil fast; the Fast Boiling function remains active for
2. To deactivate the Keep Warm function, change
the knob position.a preset time. Once the preset time has elapsed, the
cooktop returns automatically to maximumpower
DUAL ZONE FUNCTION
level. The Fast Boiling function can be activated
(dependent on model)also once you have already started cooking.
This function is available on the front left and rear Warning: Make sure you have placed the pan on
left cooking zones. The dual-zone function extends the cooking zone before activating the fast boiling
the heated area of the cooktop so that you can use function or the glass-ceramic surface may be
large, oval or rectangular pans.damaged.
How to operate:Specified performance values for the Fast Boiling
1. Turn the knob to and wait for the residual function are guaranteed for all types of glass-
heat indicator for the chosen hotplate to start ceramic cooktops.
flashing.How to operate:
2. Select the required power by turning the knob 1. Place the pan on the chosen cooking zone.
anti-clockwise. The residual heat indicator 2.Set the knob to .
remains lit to show that the cooktop is switched
GENTLE HEAT FUNCTION
on.Can be used to raise dough, soften hard butter from
3. To deactivate the function return the knob to ?0?.
the fridge, keep a baby's bottle or a baby food
>>ICP FUNCTION warm, for yoghurt making, melting chocolate, etc...
(INITIAL COOKING PHASE)This function is available only when the residual
This function accelerates the heating of the heat indicator light is on.
selected cooking zone for a specified amount of How to operate:
time during the first part of the cooking cycle.1. Make sure that the relative cooking zone
How to operate:residual heat indicator light is on.
1. Turn the knob to >>.2. Turn the knob to .
2.Wait until the residual heat indicator starts 3. To deactivate the function change the knob
flashing, then turn the knob anti-clockwise to the position.
desired power level. For example: if the power This symbol does not correspond to any
level is ?1?, the cooking zone will operate at full
power for 1 minute, then it will switch to power cooktop mode; the heating element is not
powered
level ?1? for the remainder of the cooking cycle,
CLEANING THE OVEN AND ITS ACCESSORIES
When you finish cooking wait for the oven to
cool and then clean it to prevent the build-up of
baked-on residues.
If the food residues are baked on, use a specific
oven cleaner and follow the manufacturer?s
instructions.
Clean the exterior of the oven with a sponge
and warm water.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or pan
scourers.
Use a liquid detergent to clean the oven door
window.
Wash the accessories in a dishwasher or in the
sink, using an oven cleaner.
After the oven has been in prolonged use and
when cooking on different levels (especially
food with high water contents such as pizzas,
stuffed vegetables, etc.) condensation may
form on the inside of the door and of the door
seal. When the oven is cool, dry any
condensation with a cloth or a sponge.
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