18The HotplatesSpills onto the actual plate should be removedusing warm water and a soft brush, nylon orplastic scourer. To keep the plates looking asnew, hotplate conditioner can be purchased frommost hardware stores, e.g. “4 Hob” by HomeCareProducts (follow the manufacturer’s instructionfor use). Alternatively, wipe the plates with a dropof olive oil on a kitchen towel to avoid rust. It isimportant to note that the plate will smoke a littleand produce a slightly unpleasant odour whennext used.DryingImportant: After cleaning, dry the hotplatesthoroughly by switching on to a low-mediumsetting for a few minutes.RestoringTo maintain the appearance of your sealedhotplates apply a little salt-free vegetable oil orrestorative agent periodically.To apply vegetable oil: first heat the hotplate on amedium setting for 30 seconds then turn off. Pour avery small amount of salt-free oil onto a dry cloth orkitchen paper. Apply a thin coat of oil to the hotplatesurface and wipe off any excess. Heat the hotplateon a medium setting for 1 minute.To apply restorative agent: first heat the hotplateon a medium setting for 30 seconds then turn off.Apply a very thin coating of Collo Electrol (usingthe applicator). Heat a hotplate on a high settingfor 2-3 minutes to cure. Some smoke will occur,this is normal and nontoxic. (NB: this product is arestorative agent not a cleanser. It is availablefrom hardware stores).Stainless steel parts: the stainless steel spill ringsmay become straw coloured with use. Use aproprietary stainless steel cleaner to remove thisstraw discolouration. This also applies to the areaaround the hotplates on stainless steel hobs.OVEN BULB REPLACEMENTEnsure that the appliance is switchedoff and disconnected from the electricitysupply before replacing the bulb to avoidpossibility of an electric shock.If the oven bulb needs replacing, it must complywith the following specifications:Wattage: 25WVoltage: 230/240V(50Hz)Temperatures: 300ºCThread Type: E14To replace the faulty bulb.1. Turn the glass cover anticlockwise andremove.2. Remove the faulty bulb and replace with anew one.3. Refit the glass cover.Reconnect the appliance to the electricitysupply.