Using Your Gas Hob
Hob Ignition
●
To turn on
, place your pan onto the pansupports above
the burner you wish to use.
● Push in and turn the selected control knob
anticlockwise, to the full on symbol.
● If your hob has an ignition but
ton or switch on the
fascia, press it in until your burner lights.
● If your hob has automatic ignition
it will spark next to
the burner when you push in the control knob.
●
To simmer
, turn the control knob to the small flame
symbol. This will ensure that the flame is just large
enough to gently heat the contents of the pan.
●
To turn off
, turn the control knob clockwise to the ‘off’
position.
● Always make sure that your pans are placed correctly
on the burners as shown, and do not allow the flame
to extend over the base of the pan.
Energy Saving
● Position pans centrally over the elements.
● Only heat the amount of liquid you need.
● Once liquids have been brought to the boil, reduce the
heat setting to a simmer.
● Consider using a pressure cooker if possible.
● Vegetables in small pieces will cook quicker.
● Use a pan which is a close match to your element size.
● Smaller elements are ideal for simmering and stewing
in smaller pans, while the larger elements are ideal for
frying and boiling
of the appliance.
of the appliance.
