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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the cooktop surface, panstand grids and control panel
� Before cleaning the cooktop, disconnect it from mains power supply and wait until it has cooled down. � Wipe it with a cloth moistened with hot water and soap or diluted liquid detergent. � Do not use abrasive or corrosive products, chlorine products or steel wool. � Do not use vapour cleaning appliances. � Do not use flammable products. � Do not leave acid or alkaline substances, such as vinegar, salt or lemon juice, etc., on the cooktop. Stainless steel surface � Clean it with a specific commercial product. Note: if the cooktop is used continuously, the high temperatures produced by the flames may alter the colour of the surface near the burners.
Cleaning the burners
1. Raise the cap and remove it. 2. Extract the burner from its housing by pulling it up. 3. Soak the burner and the cap in hot water and liquid detergent. (Do not wash into a dishwasher). 4. Rinse out and dry carefully. 5. Ensure that none of its openings is clogged. 6. Reposition the burner and cap. Note: to avoid damaging the electric ignition device, do not use it when the burners are not in their housing.
