Defy 600 User Manual

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Page 104 PreparationTips for energy savingThe following information will help you to useyour hob in an ecological way, and to saveenergy:x Defrost frozen dishes before cookingthem.x Select the burner which is suitable for thebottom size of the pot to be used. Alwaysselect the correct pot size for your dishes.Larger pots require more energy.x Pots with a thick base will provide a betterheat conduction. You can obtain energysavings up to 1/3.x Pots must be compatible with the cookingzones. Bottom of the pots must not besmaller than the hotplate. Use pots with abase diameter slightly larger than that ofthe thermal area. This will ensure evenheat distribution and prevent spillage fromdripping onto and staining the hot zone.x Keep the cooking zones and bottom of thepots clean. Dirt will decrease the heatconduction between the cooking zone andbottom of the pot.x Use only pots with a solid level base. Anuneven base will prolong cooking time andwaste energy.x Always cover the pot with a lid. This willconserve energy and minimize spillage.x Save energy by switching the plate off 5 to10 minutes before the end of a lengthycooking period. The hob will retainsufficient residual heat to complete thecooking process.x A pot with rough edges could scratch thehob surface if it were dragged across thesurface of the hob.x Any spillage of sugar solution such as jam,must be removed immediately. If allowedto cool on the surface it could pit anddamage the surface.x Do not cover the hob surface withaluminium foil and do not use poor qualityaluminium pots. These will leave unsightlydeposits which in time, could adhere to thesurface of the hob.Initial useFirst cleaning of the appliance1. Remove all packaging materials.2. Wipe the surfaces of the hob with a dampcloth or sponge and dry with a cloth.Since the following are not factory faults,they are the owner’s responsibility.x Damage to exterior finish.x Breakage of glass and other components.x Damage through improper use orinstallation of the appliance.x Damage caused by moving the appliance.The surface may get damagedby some detergents or cleaningmaterials.Do not use aggressivedetergents, cleaning powder/cream or any sharp objects.