Hotpoint Ariston PK 630 RT L GH /HA Operating Instructions Manual page 31

Cleaning the appliance
! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents such as stain
removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents or sponges with
abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface beyond repair.
! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the
appliance.
• It is usually enough to wash the hob with a damp sponge
and dry it with absorbent kitchen roll.
• The removable parts of the burners should be washed
frequently with warm water and soap and any burnt-on
substances removed.
• For hobs which ligth automatically, the terminal part of
the electronic instant lighting devices should be cleaned
frequently and the gas outlet holes should be checked
for blockages.
• Before using the ceramic glass module, the surface
must be cleaned, using a damp cloth to remove dust
or food residues. The ceramic glass surface should be
cleaned regularly with a soultion of warm water and a
non-abrasive detergent.
Periodically, special products
will need to be used to clean
the surface. First, remove all
food buildup or grease with a
cleaning scraper, e.g.
(not supplied).
Clean the cooking surface when
it is still warm with a suitable
cleaning product (such as the
one in the Solutions product line available from any
After-Sales Service Centre) and paper towels. Then rub
with a damp cloth and dry. Aluminum foil, plastic items,
objects made of synthetic material, sugar or foods with
a high sugar content that have melted onto the surface
must be removed immediatley with a scraper while the
cooking surface is still hot.
Special cleaning products for
ceramic glass surfaces form
a transparent protective layer
which fights diry buildup. This
also protects the surface from
damage caused by food with
a high sugar content. Do not
u s e a b r a s i v e s p o n g e s o r
cleaning products under any
circumstances. This holds true for chemically aggressive
cleaners, like oven sprays and stain removers.
• Stainless steel can be marked by hard water that has
been left on the surface for a long time, or by aggressive
detergents containing phosphorus. After cleaning, rinse
and dry any remaining drops of water.
! It is not necessary to remove the pan supports in order to
clean the hob surface. Thanks to the support system, simply
lift and hold the pan supports or rotate them until they rest
against a rear support.
Do not place the hot grids on top of the glass cover (if
applicable), otherwise the rubber plugs on the glass
may be damaged.
Gas tap maintenance
Over time, the taps may become jammed or difficult to turn.
If this happens, the tap must be replaced.
! This procedure must be performed by a qualified
technician authorised by the manufacturer.
Troubleshooting
It may happen that the appliance does not function properly
or at all. Before calling the service centre for assistance,
check if anything can be done. First, check to see that there
are no interruptions in the gas and electrical supplies, and,
in particular, that the gas valves for the mains are open.
The burner does not light or the flame is not even
around the burner.
Check whether:
• The gas holes on the burner are clogged.
• All the movable parts that make up the burner are
mounted correctly.
• There are draughts near the appliance.
The flame dies in models with a safety device.
Check to make sure that:
• You pressed the knob all the way in.
• You keep the knob pressed in long enough to activate
the safety device.
• The gas holes are not blocked in the area corresponding
to the safety device.
The burner does not remain lit when set to minimum.
Check to make sure that:
• The gas holes are not blocked.
• There are no draughts near the appliance.
• The minimum setting has been adjusted properly.
The cookware is unstable.
Check to make sure that:
• The bottom of the cookware is perfectly flat.
• The cookware is positioned correctly at the centre of the
burner.
• The pan support grids have been positioned correctly.
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