Zanussi ZCE569NW1 Instruction Book page 16

The Hob Top
The hob is best cleaned whilst it is still warm, as
spillage can be removed more easily than if it is
left to cool.
Regularly wipe over the hob top using a soft
cloth well wrung out in warm water to which a
little washing up liquid has been added. Avoid
the use of the following:
• household detergent and bleaches;
• impregnated pads unsuitable for non-stick
saucepans;
• steel wool pads;
bath/sink stain removers.
The Hotplates
Spills onto the actual plate should be removed
using warm water and a soft brush, nylon or
plastic scourer. To keep the plates looking as
new, hotplate conditioner can be purchased from
most hardware stores, e.g. "4 Hob" by
HomeCare Products (follow the manufacturer's
instruction for use).
Alternatively, wipe the plates with a drop of olive
oil on a kitchen towel to avoid rust. It is important
to note that the plate will smoke a little and
produce a slightly unpleasant odour when next
used.
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Drying
Important: After cleaning, dry the hotplates
thoroughly by switching on to a low-medium
setting for a few minutes.
Restoring
To maintain the appearance of your sealed
hotplates apply a little salt-free vegetable oil or
restorative agent periodically.
To apply vegetable oil: first heat the hotplate
on a medium setting for 30 seconds then turn
off. Pour a very small amount of salt-free oil
onto a dry cloth or kitchen paper. Apply a thin
coat of oil to the hotplate surface and wipe off
any excess. Heat the hotplate on a medium
setting for 1 minute.
To apply restorative agent: first heat the
hotplate on a medium setting for 30 seconds
then turn off. Apply a very thin coating of Collo
Electrol (using the applicator). Heat a hotplate
on a high setting for 2-3 minutes to cure. Some
smoke will occur, this is normal and nontoxic.
(NB: this product is a restorative agent not a
cleanser. It is available from hardware stores).
Stainless steel parts: the stainless steel spill
rings may become straw coloured with use.
Use a proprietary stainless steel cleaner to
remove this straw discolouration. This also
applies to the area around the hotplates on
stainless steel hobs.