ENGLISH 8This hob has burners of different diameters.For better burner performance, please stickto the following rules:- Use pots and pans with bottoms thesame width as that of the burners orslightly larger (see table on the right).- Only use flat-bottomed pots and pans.- Use the correct amount of waterfor cooking foods and keep the potcovered.- Make sure pots on the grates do notprotrude beyond the edge of the hob.IMPORTANT: improper use of the grids canresult in damage to the hob: do not positionthe grids upside down or slide them acrossthe hob. Do not use:- Cast iron griddles, ollar stones,terracotta pots and pans.- Heat diffusers such as metal mesh, orany other types.- Two burners simultaneously for onereceptacle (e.g. fish kettle).Disconnect power before servicing.- All the enamelled and glass partsshould be cleaned with warm water andneutral solution.- Stainless steel surfaces may be stainedby calcareous water or aggressivedetergents if left in contact for too long.Any food spills (water, sauce, coffee, etc.)should be wiped away before they dry.- Clean with warm water and neutraldetergent, and then dry with a softcloth or chamois. Remove baked-on dirtwith specific cleaners for stainless steelsurfaces.NOTE: Clean glass and enamelled partsonly with soft cloth or sponge.- Do not use abrasive or corrosiveproducts, chlorine-based cleaners orpan scourers.- Do not use steam cleaning appliances.- Do not use flammable products.- Do not leave acid or alkaline substances,such as vinegar, mustard, salt, sugar orlemon juice on the hob.CLEANING THE HOB PARTS- Grids, burner caps and burners can beremoved to be cleaned. Do not washthem in the dishwasher.- Clean them by hand with warm waterand non-abrasive detergent, removingany food residues and checking thatnone of the burner openings is clogged.- Rinse and dry- Refit burners and burner caps correctlyin the respective housings.- When replacing the grids, make surethat the panstand area is aligned withthe burner.- Models equipped with electricalignition plugs and safety device requirethorough cleaning of the plug end inorder to ensure correct operation.Helpful hints and tipsMaintenance and cleaningBurner Pot ØRapid from 24 to 26 cmSemi-rapid from 16 to 22 cmAuxiliary from 8 to 14 cm