PROPER USE OF THE
ELECTRIC HOTPLATE
When the pan comes to the boil, turn the
heat down to the level desired.
Remember that the hotplate will con-
tinue to produce heat for about five min-
utes after it has been turned off.
While using the electric hotplate, you
must:
✓ avoid keeping it on without something
on it;
✓ avoid pouring liquids on it while it is
hot;
✓ use flat-bottomed (electric hotplate
type) pots and pans only
✓ use cooking receptacles which cover
as much of the surface of the hotplate
as possible.
✓ to save electricity, use lids whenever
possible.
✓ never cook food directly on the hot-
plate: always use a pan or suitable
container.
An indicator light located close to the
control panel signals that the hotplate is
operating
(fig. 2.9)
Fig. 2.9
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