Russell hobbs MINI HOB, 15199 User Manual

instructions

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Read the instructions and keep them safe. Pass them on if you pass the hob on.
Remove all packaging, but keep it till you know the hob works.

important safeguards

Follow basic safety precautions, including:

1 The hob must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Use

and store it out of reach of children.

2 Don’t put the hob in liquid. Don’t use it in a bathroom, near a source of

water, or outdoors.

3 Put the hob on a stable, level, heat resistant work surface.

4 The work surface must be at least 75cm (30 inches) above floor level.

5 Leave a space of at least 5cm (2 inches) all round the hob.
6 Don’t use the hob near or under cupboards, curtains or combustible materials.

7 Keep it away from the edge of the work surface.

8 Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang, and can’t be tripped over or caught.

9 Position pan handles so they can’t be knocked or caught.
10 The hob surfaces will be very hot when in use – don’t touch.
11 Don’t try to move the hob till it’s cold, and don’t try to move it while

there’s anything on it.
12 Take care when cooking with oil or fat to guard against overheating.
13 Don’t leave the hob unattended while it’s plugged in.
14 Choose pans with bases the same size as the hotplate on which they are to be used,

otherwise overheating may occur.
15 Don’t use oversized pans (e.g. catering pans) or any pan which covers both hotplates,

as this will cause overheating and damage to the hob.
16 After use turn the controls to MIN, and unplug the hob. Let it cool down fully before

cleaning or storing away.
17 Don’t wrap the cable around the hob.
18 Keep the cable away from hot surfaces.
19 This appliance must not be operated by an external timer or remote control system.
20 Don’t use the hob if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
21 If the cable is damaged, return the hob, to avoid hazard.

household use only

before use for the first time

1 The hotplates must be cured, and their protective coatings burned off.
2 Ensure the room is well ventilated, as it can get a bit smelly.

3 Plug the hob into the wall socket (switch the socket on if it’s switchable).

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4 Turn both controls to bring MAX up to the mark above the control, and leave them

on for 5 minutes.

5 Turn both controls to bring MIN up to the mark above the control, unplug, and leave

the hob till both hotplates are cold.

6 Wipe any residues off the surfaces of the hob and hotplates. The hob is now ready

for use.

positioning

7 Put the hob on a stable, level, heat resistant work surface, at least 75cm (30in) above

floor level, and leave a space of at least 5cm (2in) all round.

8 Don’t use the hob near or under cupboards, curtains or combustible materials.
9 Keep it away from the edge of the work surface, and route the cable so it doesn’t

overhang and can’t be tripped over or caught.

operation

10 Each hotplate has a control and a light. The controls are marked MIN (off) to MAX.
11 To switch a hotplate on, turn its control clockwise from MIN.
12 To switch a hotplate off, turn its control anti-clockwise to MIN.

lights

13 Each light glows when its hotplate is heating, goes off when the set temperature is

reached, then cycles on and off as the thermostat operates to maintain the

temperature.

pans

14 Use heavy-based, flat-bottomed pans, for good contact with the hotplates.
15 Sit the pans centrally on the hotplates.
16 Position the handles safely out of the way, where they can’t be knocked.
17 Use pans with bases the same size as the hotplates, to avoid overheating.
18 Don’t use oversized pans (e.g. catering pans) or pans which cover both hotplates.

They’ll overheat the hob, and reduce its working life.

in use

19 Check that both controls are at MIN.
20 Plug the hob into the wall socket (switch the socket on, if it’s switchable).
21 Turn the control(s) to the required setting(s).
22 Use the lower settings (1-2) for simmering, medium (3-4) for rolling boil and the

higher settings (5-6) for boiling.
23 The hotplates will stay hot for quite a while after switching off. Use the residual heat

to keep food warm, or to dry off potatoes or rice.
24 Switch the hotplates off (MIN), wait till they’re cold, and unplug before moving or

cleaning the hob.

care and maintenance

25 Switch the hotplates off (MIN), unplug the hob (switch the socket off first, if it’s

switchable), and wait till the hotplates are cold.
26 Mop up any spillage after each use, don’t leave it to harden.
27 Wipe all surfaces with a damp cloth (and a little washing-up liquid if necessary).
28 Don’t put the hob in water or any other liquid.
29 Don’t use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents.