THE RADIANT HOB
lTo operate the hotplates, turn the controllAvoid placing fish kettles or large preserving
knob in either direction to vary the heatpans across two hotplates as this may cause
setting. The highest number represents thedamage.
hottest setting and the lowest represents the
coolest setting.
lChoose a setting appropriate to the quantity
and type of food to be cooked.
RECOMMENDED SAUCEPANS
For speed and economy only good quality unpolishedlFollow any guidelines provided by the
saucepans with flat bases and close fitting lids aresaucepan manufacturer, particularly those
recommended. relating to recommended heat settings.
The saucepan base should cover the hotplate aslTo prolong the life of the hotplates:
much as possible. A base diameter of up to 225mm
(9") may be used on a 180mm (7") hotplate.
lNever use utensils with a skirt, e.g. a bucket
Pressure cookers, preserving pans, etc., should
comply with the recommendations given above.lNever use an asbestos mat
lNever line the spillage tray with aluminium foil
lNever leave the hotplates ON when not
covered with a saucepan.
DEEP FAT FRYING
SPECIAL FRYING NOTE:
HINTS AND TIPSFor safety purposes when deep fat frying, fill the pan
one-third full of oil, DO NOT cover the pan with a lid
lLift, rather than slide saucepans on and offand DO NOT leave the pan unattended. In the
the hob to help to reduce scratches andunfortunate event of a fire, switch OFF at the
maintain the efficiency of the hotplates.electricity supply and cover the pan with a lid or
damp cloth to assist in smothering the flames.
DO NOT use water on the fire. Leave the pan to cool
for at least 30 minutes before moving it.
DO NOT leave the fat or oil in the frying pan on the
hob to store it in case the hob is inadvertently
switched ON.
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