Breville BHP250BSS Instruction Handbook

the Handy Hot Plate

Instruction Booklet

TM

BHP150 & BHP250

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CONGRATULATIONS

on the purchase of your new Breville product

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CONTENTS

4 Breville recommends safety first

6 Know your Breville product

8 Operating your Breville product

10 Care & cleaning

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

At Breville we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with
the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise
a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE

• Carefully read all instructions before

operating the appliance and save for
future reference.

• Remove and safely discard any

packaging material and promotional
labels before using the appliance for the
first time.

• To eliminate a choking hazard for young

children, remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the power plug
of this appliance.

• The hotplate operates at very high

temperatures. Extreme caution should
be exercised during operation. Do not
touch hot surfaces.

• The temperature of accessible surfaces

will be high when the appliance is
operating and for some time of use.

• The appliance is not intended to be

operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote control system.

• Do not use under curtains or near

flammable items. Keep clear of walls for
good circulation and to prevent heat
damage.

• Always use the appliance on a dry, level,

heat resistant surface.

• Do not let the power cord hang over the

edge of a table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces or become knotted.

• Do not place this appliance on or near

a hot gas or electric stove, or where it
could touch a heated appliance.

• Do not place metallic objects such as

knives, forks, spoons and lids on the
hotplate surface as they can become
very hot.

• Always turn off at the power outlet and

then remove plug before attempting to
move the appliance or when not in use
or when storing or cleaning.

• Keep the appliance clean. Follow the

cleaning instructions provided in
this book.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR
ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Fully unwind the power cord before use.

• Do not let the power cord hang over

the edge of a bench or table, touch hot
surfaces or become knotted.

• To protect against electric shock do not

immerse the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any other liquid.

• The appliance is not intended for use

by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

• It is recommended to regularly inspect

the appliance. To avoid a hazard do not
use the appliance if power cord, power
plug or appliance becomes damaged in
any way. Return the entire appliance to
the nearest authorised Breville Service
Centre for examination and/or repair.

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

• Any maintenance other than cleaning

should be performed at an authorised
Breville Service Centre.

• This appliance is for household use only.

Do not use this appliance for anything
other than its intended use. Do not use
in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use
outdoors. Misuse may cause injury.

• The installation of a residual current

device (safety switch is recommended
to provide additional safety protection
when using electrical appliances. It
is advisable that a safety switch with
a rated residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA be installed in
the electrical circuit supplying the
appliance. See your electrician for
professional advice.

WARNING

Always keep in mind that the
hotplates, after being switched off
will continue to radiate residual heat.

WARNING

Do not use these hotplates within
reach of young children.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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KNOW

your Breville product

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT

A

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B

B BC CD E F

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A. Durable stainless steel surface for

easy cleaning

B. Variable temperature controls

with 8 heat settings

C. On/Off Heating indicator
D. 16cm diecast iron plate

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E. 19cm diecast iron plate
F. Non-slip feet
G. 1600W
H. 2400W
I. Cord Wrap

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OPERATING

your Breville product

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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT

BEFORE FIRST USE

Remove and safely discard any packaging
material and promotional labels before
using the appliance for the first time.

Wipe the hotplates with a soft damp cloth
and dry thoroughly.

Place hotplate on a dry, level heat resistant
surface.

Completely unwind power cord and insert
power cord into a 230/240V power outlet.
Switch on at the power point.

Place a saucepan, in which the food will be
cooked, on the hotplate.

Select the desired temperature setting (from
1-8) using the temperature control dial. The
temperature settings are adjustable and can
be changed at any time during the cooking.

NOTE

The “heating” indicator light will
Illuminate when the hotplate is
preheating and cooking. The heating
light may cycle on and off during
operation. This cycling is normal and
indicates that the correct temperature
is being maintained.

NOTE

When turned on for the first time, the
Breville Hotplate may give off vapours
for up to 15 minutes. This is due to
the protective substances on the
heating elements. There is no need for
concern and the vapours will dissipate
with use.

NOTE

To achieve optimum performance,
ensure the diameter of the cooking pot
or pan is no larger than the diameter
of the hotplate.

To switch the hotplate off, turn the
temperature control dial to the OFF position
and turn the power off at the power outlet
and unplug power cord.

WARNING

Fully unwind power cord before
use. do not allow power cord to
come in contact with hot plate. do not
move hot plate until it is completely
cooled down.

WARNING

Always keep in mind that the hotplates
will continue to radiate residual heat
after being switched off.

WARNING

No more than 5 litres of water can be
boiled at any time. for more efficient
performance it is recommended to use
a lid when boiling water.

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CARE & CLEANING

for your Breville product

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CARE & CLEANING FOR YOUR BREVILLE PRODUCT

BEFORE CLEANING

Before cleaning, turn the temperature
control dial to the OFF position, turn off at
the power outlet and then unplug. Ensure
hotplate has completely cooled down before
cleaning.

CLEANING

To clean hotplate surface, wipe with a damp
cloth. A multi purpose spray cleaner may
be used.

If necessary, the exterior of the unit may be
wiped with a slightly damp cloth using a
mild detergent.

A stainless steel powder cleaner can be
used on stubborn stains on the stainless
steel surface only. Alternatively, a paste
of bicarbonate of soda and water can be
rubbed into the stained area and thoroughly
washed off.

Do not use abrasives, harsh cleaning
solutions or metal scourer pads as continued
use will scratch the stainless steel surface
and make subsequent cleaning more
difficult.

Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions to clean hotplate surface.

STORAGE

Before storage, turn the temperature control
dial to the OFF position, turn off at the
power outlet and then unplug.

Ensure the appliance is completely cooled,
clean and dry. Store the appliance upright
on the bench or in a convenient cupboard.

Do not place anything on top of the
appliance during storage.

WARNING

Do not immerse the hotplate or
power cord and plug in water or any
other liquid.

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Breville Customer Service Centre

Australian Customers
Mail: PO Box 22

Botany NSW 2019
AUSTRALIA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Customer Service:

Email:

[e-mail]

www.breville.com.au

Breville is a registered trademark of Breville Pty. Ltd. A.B.N. 98 000 092 928.

Due to continued product improvement, the products illustrated/photographed

in this brochure may vary slightly from the actual product.

Copyright Breville Pty. Ltd. 2012.

New Zealand Customers
Mail: Private Bag 94411

Botany Manukau 2163
Auckland NEW ZEALAND

Phone:

0800 273 845

Fax: [phone]

Customer Service:

Email:

[e-mail]

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