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ELECTRIC STAINLESS STEEL & ENAMEL COOKTOPS
General Warnings & Advice
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
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mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
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During use, this appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching hot surfaces.
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Accessible parts may become hot during use. To avoid burns young children should be kept away.
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This appliance must not be used as a space heater.
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Keep vents clear of obstructions.
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The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
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separate remote-control system.
In order to avoid a fire, the appliance must be kept clean and vents kept unobstructed.
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Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of the appliance when it is operated.
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Do not store flammable materials in or under the appliance, e.g. Aerosols.
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Do not allow pots to boil dry, as damage to both pan and cooktop may result.
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Do not operate the cooktop for an extended period of time without a utensil on the hotplate.
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Do not allow large cookware to overhang the cooktop onto the adjacent benchtop. This will cause scorching to
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the benchtop surface.
An authorized person must install this appliance. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained)
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Before using the appliance, ensure that all packing materials are removed from the appliance.
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In order to avoid any potential hazard, the enclosed installation instructions must be followed.
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Where the appliance is built into a cabinet, the cabinet material must be capable of withstanding 85 deg C.
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Only authorised personnel should carry out servicing. (Certificate of Compliance to be retained)
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Always ensure the appliance is switched off and cool before cleaning or replacing parts.
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Do not use steam cleaners, as this may cause moisture build up.
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Always clean the appliance immediately after any food spillage.
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To maintain safe operation, it is recommended that the product be inspected every five years by an authorized
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serviceperson.
The fixed wiring insulation must be protected, for example, by insulating sleeving having an appropriate
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temperature rating.
This appliance must be earthed.
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Hotplates
Coated solid hotplates are strong, and give a good contact with flat bottom pots and pans for fast efficient cooking.
The hotplates are sealed all round with stainless steel trim rings, food spills can't penetrate to make cleaning easier.
It is normal for stainless steel trim rings to discolour with use over time.
The hotplates include a red dot in the centre to indicate the hotplate temperature, once the hotplate is heated the
red dot turns to black.
Utensils
Use pans with flat bottoms. Uneven or thin bottoms will increase cooking time especially when boiling.
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Not suitable for curved base wok or pan.
Use pans slightly larger than the hotplates. Smaller pans will waste energy.
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Do not use oversize pans. More than 50mm overhang can overheat cooktop components and cause fine cracks in
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the enamel hob which will trap dirt. This may also discolour stainless steel hobs.
Do not place wet pots or pans on the hotplates.
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Do not use pots and pans that are unsteady and likely to rock or over balance.
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Do not operate the cooktop for an extended time without a pot or pan on the hotplate,
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it will cause damage to the cooktop.
Cooking Do's and Don'ts
Do use the stored heat in the hotplate by turning the control to "O" before the final few minutes of cooking.
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Do not place heat resistant mats, wire mats or aluminum foil under pots and pans.
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Do not allow pots and pans to boil dry, as damage to both pan and hotplate may result.
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Do not use round bottom woks, wok stands or similar curved base pans, as it can lead to overheating of the
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cooktop causing damage to the appliance, and reflected heat from overhanging woks can cause scorching
and possible fire risk for the surrounding bench surface.
Do not use the cooktop as extra bench space or as a cutting board.
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Do not allow children on or near the cooktop c any time.
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Before first use
The top surface of the hotplates are sealed with a heat resistant coating. Before using for the first time the hotplates
should be heated for a short period without a pan to harden the protective coating.
Turn the heat setting to high for approx 3 minutes to fully harden the coating. When the hotplates have cooled
apply a thin coating of cooking oil to the hotplate to seal and protect the surface.
Cleaning your hotplates
Coated "easy care" solid hotplates have a robust, corrosion resistant surface which is temperature resistant up to
600 .
Clean the hotplates after they have cooled by wiping with a damp cloth or sponge, use a small amount of
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detergent if necessary.
Stubborn soiling can be removed by soaking the hotplate for a few minutes with warm water and a little
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detergent, followed by cleaning using a plastic scourer or soft brush.
Any spills or marks that still remain can be burnt off by operating the hotplate on high without a pan for 2-3
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minutes. When the hotplate has cooled clean it normally as above.
After cleaning, dry the hotplate by warming on low heat for approx 30 seconds and then oil the hotplate with a
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thin coating of cooking oil to prevent rust or corrosion.
Some discoloration of the stainless steel trim ring is normal during use. A stainless steel cleaner may be used to clean
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the trim ring.
Warning:
There is a risk of burns if the hotplates are hot. Ensure the hotplates have cooled before cleaning.
Caution:
Do not allow liquids to enter the control knob area while cleaning.
STAINLESS STEEL CLEANING
All grades and finishes of stainless steel may stain, discolour or become greasy in normal operation. To achieve
maximum surface appearance, stainless steel must be kept clean by regularly using the following cleaning
procedures, thus ensuring good performance and long service life.
Wash with warm soapy damp cloth. For an enhanced appearance wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth or
sponge, being sure to follow the polish or 'brushing' lines. A stainless steel cleaner may also be used in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Where the stainless steel has become extremely dirty with signs of surface discolouration, (due to periods of neglect
or mis-use) use a mild cleaning solution eg. 'Jif' or 'Hillmark' stainless steel cleaner. When removing these stains be
sure to follow the polish or 'brushing' lines.
Do not use abrasive scourers or steel wool.
Problems and repairs
If a fault develops in the cooktop, please check the points listed below. It may be
possible to save a service call, and therefore keeping the cooktop in use.
Problem
Possible Cause
Hotplates not working.
Wrong switch turned on.
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Household fuse blown.
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Note:
If the house fuse continues to blow,
call the service department.
Power not connected or switched on.
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Low heat, slow cooking.
Incorrect cooking utensils being used.
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Boiling takes too long.
Wrong setting on switch.
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Uneven or thin bottoms on pans (Refer Fig.3).
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Volume of liquid / food is too large.
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Trim ring discolours.
Normal.
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