BEST Chef BH 31 IX, Instruction Booklet

Type of hotplates:

solid plates (EH31BIX)

The cooktop may be equipped with a Ø145 or a Ø180 hotplate, conventional or rapid power.

The conventional hotplate is entirely black, while the rapid hotplate has a red dot in the centre.

Essentially, the rapid hotplate differs from the conventional one because it offers:

 -  greater power;

 -  more rapid reaching of desired temperature;

Some electric plates are equipped with a safety thermostat that reduce power and stop the tension

in case of overheating of the appliance (for example, if forgiven working). 

glass-ceramic hotplates (VH31HLX)

The glass-ceramic cooktop permits rapid vertical transmission of heat from the heating element

below the cooktop to the pots or pans placed on top of it.

Heat does not spread horizontally, thus at a distance of just a few centimetres from the cooking

zone, the glass remains relatively ”cool” to the touch.

This appliance is equipped with a "residual heat" indicator that lights up if the temperature of the hob

is above 70°C, even when turned off.

Residual heat persists for a relatively long time after the cooking zone has been switched off.

Absolutely do not touch the cooking areas or leave flammable objects near it until the lamp is off.

The indicator lamp turn off automatically once the temperature of the cooking zone falls below 70°C.

Barbecue

To turn on the element, turn the knob clockwise; this sets the relative thermostat,

with settings from “1” to “10”.

The pilot light turns on to show that the element is in operation.

It is normal for some types of lamp to show a little light even when the plates are not working.

Using the grid: Before using the grid, it is always advisable to check that it is firmly

positioned and correctly placed on the hob. Also check that the rubber pads it rests on

are intact and properly in place.

Lava rock

: Place the rock inside the tray provided and dispose of the bag.

Once it is in place, turn on the heating element.

Fryer

To set the cooking temperature, turn the knob clockwise, up to a maximum setting of 200°C.

When the heating element comes on, two lights, one green and one red, light up.

The red light goes out when the selected temperature is reached.

It is normal for some types of lamp to show a little light even when the hob is not working.

Advice and warnings:

Put the frying oil in the container provided before switching on the heating element.

After cooking, wait for the oil to cool before emptying the container.

After cooking, turn knobs back to the “0” setting.

If the regulator thermostat fails, a thermostat with manual reset will be activated;

this must be reactivated by a skilled engineer.

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