OPERATION
WARNING
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Glass lids may shatter when heated. Turn off the hotplate and allow it to
cool before closing the glass lid.
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Remove all spillage from the surface of the glass lid before opening.
Using the Electric Hotplate
Ensure the electricity is switched on.
The hotplate control is numbered from 1 to 6. To turn it on, rotate the knob either clockwise
or anti-clockwise to the required position. Position 1 is the coolest setting. To turn the
hotplate off, rotate the knob until the line or pointer on the knob lines up with the zero on
the control panel.
The hotplate is a sealed construction and transfers heat through conduction. For maximum
efficiency a correctly sized pan with a flat heavy gauge base should be used. Pan size
should be the same or slightly larger (up to 1” / 2.5 cm oversize).
Before using your hotplate for the first time, we recommend that you prime and then
season it.
To prime the Hotplate
Switch on the hotplate for a short period, without a pan, to harden and burn off the coating.
Use a medium to high setting for 3 – 5 minutes. A non toxic smoke may occur during this
process. Allow it to cool, then season.
To season the Hotplate
First heat the hotplate for 30 seconds on a medium setting, then switch off. Pour a minimal
amount of unsalted vegetable oil onto a clean dry cloth or paper towel, and apply a thin
coat of oil to the hotplate surface. Wipe off any excess oil, then heat the hotplate on a
medium setting for 1 minute. Occasional seasoning will help to maintain the Hotplate’s
appearance.
Using the Grill
IMPORTANT
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The grill MUST only be used with the door open.
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The heat deflector below the fascia should be pulled out prior to lighting
the grill. Never adjust the heat deflector position without using hand
protection – ie oven gloves.
1. Ensure gas cylinder/supply is connected and turned on. In the event of a gas smell turn
off at gas cylinder/mains and contact supplier.
2. To light: Open door, push in the control knob and turn to full rate – see Fig 2. Hold a
lighted match or taper to the burner and push the control knob in and hold. The burner
should ignite and the control knob should be held in for 10 -15 seconds before release.
If the burner goes out, repeat procedure holding control knob for slightly longer.
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