10ENGLISHCookware is suitable for inductioncooking zones if marked by themanufacturer.When a cooking zone is switched on, itmay hum briefly. This is a characteristicof all ceramic glass cooking zones anddoes not impair either the function or thelife of the appliance.Cookware sizesInduction cooking zones adapt automaticallyto the size of the bottom of the cookware.But, it must have a minimum diameterdepending on the size of the cooking zone.Cooking zone Minimum diameter ofcookware base [mm]Middle rearcooking zone 120Energy saving• If possible, always place lids on the pans.• Place cookware on the cooking zonebefore you switch it on.• The bottom of the cookware should be asthick and flat as possible.Helpful Hints and TipsWarning! Switch the appliance off andlet it cool down before disconnecting it.Warning! Switch the appliance off andlet it cool down before you clean it.Warning! For safety reasons, do notclean the appliance with steam blastersor high-pressure cleaners.Warning! Sharp objects and abrasivecleaning agents will damage theappliance. Clean the appliance andremove the residues with water andwashing up liquid after each use.Remove also the remnants of thecleaning agents!Scratches or dark stains on the glassceramic that cannot be removed do notaffect the functioning of the appliance.Removing the residues and stubbornresidues:• Food containing sugar, plastics, tin foilresidues should be removed at once,best tool for cleaning glass surfaceis a scraper (not included with theappliance). Place a scraper on the glassceramic surface at an angle and removeresidues by sliding the blade over thesurface. Wipe the appliance with a dampcloth and a little washing up liquid.Finally, rub the appliance dry using aclean cloth.• Limescale rings, water rings, fatsplashes, shiny metallic discolorationsshould be removed after the appliancehas cooled down using cleaner for glassceramic or stainless steel.Care and cleaning