THE SEALED HOTPLATES
BEFORE USING THE HOTPLATES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Turn the control knob to a medium/high setting and allow the hotplate to heat, uncovered by a saucepan for 3-5
minutes. This hardens the protective coating on the hotplates and makes it more resistant to normal use. A
harmless smoke will be given off from the hotplates.
To operate the hotplates turn the control knobs inHINTS AND TIPS
either direction to vary the heat setting.
Lift, rather than slide saucepans on and off the
The highest number represents the hottesthob to help reduce scratches and maintain the
setting and the lowest number represents theefficiency of the hotplates.
coolest setting. Choose a setting appropriate to
the quantity and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality saucepans
with flat bases and close fitting lids are
recommended.
Avoid the use of decorative covers as they can
To check the flatness of the saucepan, place a rulercause condensation to form on the hotplates
across the pan base, hold at eye level and look forwhich may lead to deterioration.
light showing. There should be very little or no light
visible between the ruler and the pan base. Follow any guidelines provided by the saucepan
manufacturer, particularly those relating to
recommended heat settings.
Avoid using thin, badly dented or distorted
saucepans as they can lead to sticking and
burning of food.
The size of the base of the saucepan should be the
same or up to 2.5cm/1 inch larger than the hotplate.
If the base is too small, energy will be wasted,
boilovers will also be more difficult to deal with as
spillage will fall directly onto the hotplate.
To prolong the life of the hotplates:
Pressure cookers, preserving pans etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above. Never use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket.
Traditional round bottomed Woks must not be used
even with a stand. Woks with flat-bottomed bases Never use an asbestos mat.
are available and do comply with the above Never leave the hotplates ON when not
recommendations.covered with a saucepan.
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