9Before any maintenance or cleaning can be carried out, you must DISCONNECTthe hob from the electricity supply.The hob is best cleaned whilst it is still warm, as spillage can be removed moreeasily than if it is left to cool.This appliance cannot be cleaned with steam or with a steam cleaning machine.The pan supportsThe pan supports can be removed to easily cleanthe hob. After cleaning the hob, make sure the pansupports are correctly positioned.Pay attention when replacing the pansupports in order to avoid scratchingthe glass hob top.If washing the pan supports by hand,take care when drying them as theenamelling process occasionallyleaves rough edges. If necessary,remove stubborn stains using a pastecleaner.The hob topClean the hob while it is still warm.Never use aggressive or abrasive agents, such as oven sprays, stain or rust removers, scouringpowders, or sponges with an abrasive effect.Special cleaning agents and ceramic hob scrapers are available from department stores.Slight, non-burnt soilage can be wiped off with a damp cloth. Burnt soilage has to be removed with ascraper. Afterwards wipe off the ceramic hob with a damp cloth.Light metallic stains (aluminium residues) can be removed from the cooking zone with a ceramic hobcleaning agent such as Vitroclen when cool.Sugar solutions, food stuffs with a high sugar content must be removed immediately with a scraper. If thistype of soilage is not removed immediately it can cause irreparable damage to the ceramic surface.When the surface has cooled wipe over with a damp cloth and Vitroclen.Before using any detergent or cleaning agent on the ceramic top, ensure they are recommended by themanufacturer for use on ceramic hobs.Do not apply any cleaning agents to hot cooking zones. Ensure any residues are wiped off before thecooking zones are used again.If scratches or cracks are noticed, disconnect the appliance from theelectrical supply to avoid the risk of electric shock and call your nearestService Force Centre.Maintenance and CleaningFig. 2