Smeg C9GMXU Owners Manual - Page 13

Instructions for the User NOTE: If the flame goes out accidentally, after about 20 seconds the safety device will intervene and block the gas flow, even when the tap is open. REMEMBER: When the cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot 5.1.1 Power failure In case of a prolonged power outage you can manually lite the surface burners. Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the control knob to the minumum flame symbol burner lights, turn the knob to the desired setting. . After the 5.2 Practical advice on using the burners NOTE: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation around the edges of the pan stand. For better use of the burners and lower gas consumption, use covered containers that are proportional in size to the burner to prevent the flame from extending beyond the sides (see paragraph "5.3 Diameter of cookware"). When water reaches the boiling point, lower the flame so that it doesn't overflow. To avoid burns or damage to the cooktop, all recipients or griddle plates must be placed within the perimeter of the cooktop. All containers must have a flat and smooth bottom. When using fats or oils, be extremely careful that they don't overheat and catch fire. If the flame accidentally goes out, turn off the control knob and wait at least 1 minute before trying to re-light the burner. NOTE: Before turning a control knob, place filled cookware on the pan stand. Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or without cookware on the pan stand. Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. 5.3 Diameter of cookware BURNERS 1 Auxiliary 2 Semi-rapid 3 Rapid 4 Ultra rapid Ø min. and max. (cm) 12 - 14 16 - 24 18 - 26 20 - 26 Ø min. - max. (inch) 4 ¾ - 7 6 5/16" - 9 ½ 7 1/8" - 10 1/4" 7 7/8" - 10 1/4" 15