Caple C995 - Manual (Page 6)

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Tips
Wipe the surface of the Tepan plate before each use with a damp cloth to remove any dust particles or
other soiling which may have settled on it since it was last used.
• Pre-heat the Tepan plate thoroughly for 8 -10 minutes at the power level that you are going to be using
for cooking.
• It is important to get the Tepan sufficiently hot before use, particularly when browning and sealing meat.
If it is not hot enough, the meat will lose too much juice and become tough.
• For frying only use the minimum amount of oil or fat. With marinated food, no fat or oil is needed. Wait
until the temperature indicator light has gone out before adding cooking fat.
• Only use fats and oils which can be heated to high temperatures.
• Marinating often improves the flavour of food to be cooked.
• Pat wet food dry with kitchen paper before cooking to prevent it spitting.
• To prevent meat drying out, do not season with salt until after it has been cooked.
OPERATION
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance. The steam could reach the
electrical components and cause a short circuit. Pressurised steam could also
cause permanent damage to the surface and to other components, for which the
manufacturer cannot accept liability.
The appliance should be cleaned after each use. Let it cool down to room temperature. To avoid water
marks and limescale deposits, use a soft cloth to dry surfaces that have been cleaned with water.
To avoid damaging the surface of your appliance, do not use:
– cleaning agents containing soda, alkalines, ammonia, acids or chlorides,
– cleaning agents containing descaling agents,
– stain or rust removers,
– abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder cleaners and cream cleaners,
– solvent-based cleaning agents,
– dishwasher cleaner,
– grill and oven cleaners,
– glass cleaning agents,
– hard, abrasive brushes or sponges, e.g. pot scourers, brushes or sponges which have been previously
used with abrasive cleaning agents,
– sharp pointed objects (these can damage the seal between the frame and the worktop).
• Use a spatula to remove any large particles immediately.
• Allow the appliance to cool down until it can be touched by hand, and then use a solution of hot water
and washing-up liquid to soften the soiling. Remove the soiling with a spatula and then wipe the surface
with a damp cloth.
• Then clean the appliance thoroughly with a few drops of ceramic and stainless steel hob cleaner using a
clean, damp cloth. Follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Ensure that every trace of cleaner has been removed from the surface by wiping carefully with a damp
cloth. Any remaining traces could affect food the next time you use the appliance.
• Finally dry the appliance with a clean, soft cloth.
Important - Conditioning agents for stainless steel must not be used on the Tepan plate.
what to do if...?
... after switching on, the appliance does not heat up
Check whether the mains fuse has tripped. If it has, contact a qualified electrician or the Customer
Contact Centre.
Installation work and repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a suitably qualified
and competent person in strict accordance with current local and national safety regulations. Repairs
and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
unauthorised work.
CLEANING AND CARE