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Red dot plates
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Plates featuring a red dot in the centre are
high speed, high wattage plates for in-
creased performance.
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For your safety these plates are fitted
with thermal limiters. Should a plate be
accidentally switched on and left unat-
tended, the limiter will reduce the power
output of the plate and minimise the risk
of overheating and the possibility of fire.
Solid plate hob
Plate controls
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Select the heat level by turning the rele-
vant plate control knob to the required
setting.
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The higher the number selected, the hot-
ter the temperature of the plate will be.
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The plate indicator light will glow when
a plate is switched on.
Caring for Solid Plates
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Before using the plates for the first time,
switch them on for about 4 minutes at the
highest setting. This allows the factory
applied protective coating to burn in.
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To prevent blotchy discolouration and
corrosion, moisture from spatters and
spills should be cleaned off immediately.
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To clean the plates, wipe them with a
damp cloth or nylon pad.
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A little liquid detergent may be used.
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Do not use metal scourers or sharp metal
objects to clean the plates.
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After cleaning, dry the plates by
switching them on for a short while.
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To prevent rust, periodically apply some
sewing machine oil or electrical hotplate
polish available from Defy Service Cen-
tres.
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Extra attention is required in areas of
high humidity or in close proximity to the
sea.
NOTE: THE WARRANTY DOES
NOT COVER THE REPLACE-
MENT OR REPAIR OF RUSTED
OR CORRODED PLATES.
Recommendations
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Use only pots with a solid level base. An
uneven base can prolong cooking times
and waste energy.
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Use pots with a base diameter slightly
larger than the plate. This will ensure
even heat distribution and prevent spill-
age from dripping onto and staining the
hot plate.
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Always cover the pot with a lid. This will
conserve energy and minimise spillage.
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Thermal shock could damage the plates.
Do not put cold pots on very hot plates.
See care guide on next page
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