Gaggenau KG 291 CA User's Manual
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1. GAGGENAU 5551 McFADDEN AVENUE HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 92649 USA 800 828 9165 FAX 714 901 0979 www gaggenau usa com2. Do not use scouring agents abrasives or chemically aggressive cleaners for example oven cleaner Do not use any nitro polishing agents for cleaning Do not use any abrasive sponges either Before cleaning please wait until the cooktop has cooled e First lift one of the pot grids on the side with both hands be careful not to scratch the base Then remove the remaining two pot grids e Remove the burner head cover the burner ring and the burner head e Important Only clean the burner parts when cold e Soak burnt in remainders in a little water and detergent This loosens even the most stubbom of soiling Do not use any abrasive agents and abrasive sponges e Only use very little water to clean your cooktop Be careful that no water enters the burner base e As the result of heat development slight dis coloration can appear on the stainless steel surface Do not attempt to scrape away such discoloration This damages the surface Distribute stainless steel care agents uniformly and thinly on the hob not on the control panel This will ensure an even surface and will keep your hob in a good condition for a long period of time e Make sure the burner parts are dry before assembly Only operate the appliance with all parts dry Damp bumer parts will cause malfunctions when igniting or unstable flames e When assembling the burner parts make sure that the burner ring and burner head are placed in such
3. ignition of flammable materials and unintentional spills position handles of utensils inward so they do not extend over adjacent work areas cooking areas or the edge of the cooktop Hold the handle of the pan to prevent movement of the utensil when stirring or turning food e GREASE IS FLAMMABLE Let hot grease cool before attempting to handle it Avoid letting grease deposits collect Clean after each use e For proper lighting and performance of the bumers keep the ports clean It is necessary to clean these when there is a boil over or when the bumer does not light even though the electronic igniters click See care and maintenance section Clean the cooktop with caution Avoid steam burns do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the cooktop while it is hot Some cleaners produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface Follow directions provided by the cleaner manufacturer Be sure all cooktop controls are turned off and the cooktop is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the cooktop The chemicals that produce the spraying action can in the presence of heat ignite or cause metal parts to corrode Service should only be done by authorized technicians Technicians must disconnect the power supply before servicing this unit To avoid fire hazard clean the ventilator hood and filters above the cooktop frequently so grease from cooking vapors does not accumulate on them Install a smoke d
4. a way that the locking lugs fit in the corresponding recesses e Important Fit the middle pot support first be careful to center it over the burner and then the pot supports on the side The rounded corners of the pot supports on the side must face out to the side Important Reminders Do not use strongly alkaline cleaning agents These cleaners may cause permanent discoloration Do not clean in a dishwasher Part Material Suggested Cleaning Procedure Control Panel Use cloth with detergent and hot water anodized Remove greasy splashes with a aluminum commercially available cleaner for aluminum Make sure the cleaning agent will not scratch the surface Control Knobs Use cloth with detergent and hot water mat chromium plated 16 see next page Part Material Pot Grid enamel on cast iron Burner Head Cover Burner Ring Burner Head brass Wok Bummer Head enamel on cast iron Electrode Base stainless steel shot blasted brushed Suggested Cleaning Procedure Take pot grids off for cleaning Soak in sink Clean with detergent and brush Remove coarse soiling with damp cloth and detergent Use brass polish to keep the original shiny surface Clean with detergent and brush Clean with brush fine glass paper or scouring pad Cloth with detergent and hot water soak burnt in remainders with a little detergent solution After cleaning polish dry with a soft cloth to prevent
5. flame goes off during operation re ignition is unsuccessful all burners off the indicator lights of the switched on burners are flashing After prolonged operation all burners switch off the indicator lights flash Appliance does not react when switched on The flame tips are yellow and not blue Remedy Is the burner correctly assembled Is the manual gas shut off valve open Is the burner clean and dry Is the propane gas tank empty Is there an air pocket in the gas supply line after changing the propane gas tank Tum all control knobs off and switch on again If necessary inform aftersales service Check whether the domestic fuse has tnpped Turn all control knobs off The flashing indicator lights go off except for the indicator of the affected burner This indicator will continue to flash for a few seconds Wait until the appliance has cooled down sufficiently then check this bummer whether the burner head cover is fitted correctly the burner is soiled by boiled over food the electrode is soiled food remains Carefully clean the electrode the propane gas tank is empty the burner cannot ignite because of a strong draught for example open window behind the cooktop After a power failure the appliance does not re ignite automatically Overheating protection Tum all control knobs off and wait for the indicator lights to go off Turn all control knobs off and disconnect the app
6. large WOK burner should not be used When using large pots pay attention to keeping to a minimum distance of 50 mm 2 between the cooking vessel and combustible surroundings A minimum distance of 50 mm 2 must be observed between the control knob control panel and the pot or pan The pot or pan should not touch the control panel switch the burners to the low setting whenever you remove pots or pans briefly In this way you reduce the risk of burns when working next to open flames you also save gas and reduce pollution Whenever the gas hob is fitted under an extractor hood always cover the rings with pots or pans Otherwise parts of the extractor hood may become damaged by the extreme heat development or grease residues in the filter may ignite Ensure an adequate supply of air when using an extractor hood operating in the extraction mode The appliance cannot be used during a power failure In the event of malfunctions contact your specialist dealer or Gaggenau USA on 800 828 9165 4 Features Features of the Appliance 1 Pot grids 3 parts the left and right part are identical Large Wok burner 17 000 BTU 5 0 kW Large bumer 14 500 BTU 4 2 kW Normal burner 7 000 BTU 2 1 kW Ventilation openings a acs we or ib E l 6 Symbol for corresponding cooking position Z Indicator light 8 Flame setting 0 OFF A High setting of outer and inner flame ring O Low setting of outer fl
7. water stains forming on the surface Bar keeper s friend recommended Caution no liquid should enter the housing of the cooktop through the burner base Important Reminders Do not clean in a dishwasher Soak burnt in remainders in sink Abrasive cleaners used too vigorously or too often can eventually mar the enamel Do not clean in a dishwasher Port openings must be kept free Be careful not to loose the small parts Do not clean in a dishwasher soiled electrodes may cause malfunctions when igniting or flame control disturbance Be careful when cleaning electrodes they are fragile do not turn Caution never switch on cooktop while cleaning electrodes To prevent marring the polished stainless steel base always polish in the direction of the polish lines Light discolorations may form if the natural oxidation is removed together with the soiling Put some commercially available stainless steel polish on a cloth and polish the whole cooktop after cleaning to get an even stainless steel surface Never allow food stains or salt to remain on stainless steel for any length of time Important certain stainless steel cleaners will scratch the surface Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some cleaners are corrosive to stainless steel Check ingredients on label 11 ll Maintenance 18 The appliance must be disconnected from the power and gas supply during all repair work In the event of malfunctions
8. Operation Maintenance and Installation Manual KG 291 CA Gas Cooktop KG 291 CA FOR YOUR SAFETY Page 2 1 Important Information for Installation and Use Page 3 2 General Safety Instructions Page 4 5 3 Important Notes Page 6 7 For Your Safety Page 6 Operating for the First Time Page 6 To Use Page T 4 Features Page 8 Features of the Appliance Page 8 Control Knob Page 8 Burner Parts Page 8 5 Operating Principle Page 9 6 Operation Page 10 11 1 Burner Settings Chart Page 12 8 Cookware Recommendations Page 13 9 Wok Cookware Recommendations Page 14 10 Cleaning and Care Page 15 17 11 Maintenance Page 18 12 Trouble Shooting Page 19 13 Technical Data Settings Table Page 20 FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 1 Important Information for Instal
9. ame ring High setting of inner flame ring Outer flame ring off High setting of inner flame ring 6 Outer flame ring off Low setting of inner flame ring 9 Burner head cover 10 Burner ring 11 Burner head 12 Electrode for automatic ignition flame detection and flame control 5 Operating Principle D v dE f de V L A QE ca ALY o etg Il 2 ot f itn I High Low The gas hob features two normal bumers two large bumers and a Wok burner The appliance features one hand operation flame detection and automatic re ignition The ignition is activated when the control knob is tured should the flame go out during operation the appliance will automatically re ignite the burner During a disturbance the appliance will cut off the gas supply as a safety measure to prevent unburned gas escaping The flame setting is infinitely variable between high and low The total rated thermal load amounts to 60 000 BTU 17 6 kW The specified rated load is defined by installation of the fixed nozzles The gas hob is converted to a different gas type by nozzle replacement full and low burning nozzles see nozzle table on page 20 6 Operation 10 Only light a burner if all burner parts are dry and assembled correctly Otherwise malfunctions may occur or the appliance may switch off Switching on e Place a suitable pot or a pan on the corresponding cooking position e Pr
10. ans with a thick base because heat distribution is particularly improved in the low setting Using the correct size of pots and pans for the burner ensures improved cooking performance and energy efficiency To ensure an even distribution of heat center the pot above the burner The flames should be covered by the pot base Place the pot or pan securely and level on the pot grid Turn the pan handle to the side it should not point to the front In order to guarantee a secure position on the pot grid the pot base should be flat and not warped or dented Placing a fitting lid on the pot will shorten cooking times Through a glass lid you can watch the cooking progress without having to take the lid off 13 9 Wok Cookware Recommendations The Wok and Accessories not included in the scope of delivery The round bottom wok is the ideal wok for your gas cooktop The wok looks like a hollow semisphere with a long handle or wooden handle It has a rounded base and slanted sides The thin steel passes the heat swiftly to the inside but soon cools down again as soon as the flame is set to a lower setting Therefore ingredients cannot overcook The diameter is between 35 40 cm 14 1538 4 for 4 persons Make sure that a wok with a rounded base is positioned safely on the pot grid Woks may consist of various materials Cast iron woks are more stable and keep the heat longer They have a ro
11. check whether the gas and electricity supplies are in proper working order The cooktop cannot be used during a power failure If the cooktop 1s being used when the power failure occurs turn all of the burner control knobs to the OFF position The cooktop will not tum back on after a power failure until all control knobs are first turned OFF and then turned back on again Before calling the service engineer check the trouble shooting guide on page 19 to see if you can rectify the problem yourself If your appliance still does not work please contact your Gaggenau dealer who will provide you with the address and telephone number of your nearest manufacturer s authorized service agent or contact Gaggenau USA on 800 828 9165 Specify the appliance type see rating plate Repairs may only be carried out by authorised technicians in order to guarantee the safety of the appliance Unauthorised tampering with the appliance will invalidate any warranty claims Only use original spare parts 12 Trouble Shooting Not every malfunction can be ascribed to a defect of your cooktop If your appliance does not function properly look for the fault in the list below If you are not successful in remedying the fault with the aid of the list below then contact your Gaggenau after sales service Fault The bumer does not ignite the indicator light is flashing The burner does not ignite the indicator lights are off The gas
12. d correctly Check if the burner or the electrode has been soiled see trouble shooting guide on page 19 Note if a malfunction occurs on one bumer you can continue using the remaining bumers however you must tum all control knobs to the off position first before recommencing Switching off Fully turn the control knob to the OFF position The electronics of the appliance switch the gas supply off if all control knobs are in the off position ll Burner Settings Chart Cooking Cooking method Examples level High Boiling Water pearing Meat O Heating Fat liquids Boiling Soup sauce Blanching Vegetables Roasting Mezat fish potatoes From AN Browning Flour onions Roasting Almonds breadcrumbs Baking Pancakes egg dishes to O Boiling in open pot Liquids Simmering in open pot Dumplings sausages soup garnish meat stock poached eggs Simmering Sweet sauces From Boiling with closed lid Pasta soup sauces steaming Vegetables potatoes fish to Stewing Vegetables fruit fish Braising Goulash rolled beef steaks roasts vegetables Low Thawing Frozen foods Slow cooking Rice pulses Reheating Soup casserole vegetables in a sauce switch to the high setting in order to reach the required temperature quickly Then switch back to a lower setting The output of the inner flame ring is the same on the normal as well as the large burners The values given above must be looked upon as recommended values The heat r
13. equired depends not only on the type and condition of the food but also the size and contents of the pot Due to the high performance of the cooktop fat and oil will heat up quickly Never leave the cooktop unattended fat can ignite food can burn Preferably use the rear cooking zones to prepare meals that need longer to cook Preferably use the larger burners or the wok burner for brief cooking deep fat frying and brief frying of large quantities 12 8 Cookware Recommendations Pots with a diameter of less than 90 mm 3 2 or t di t tdi t more than 280 mm 11 320 mm 12 1 2 for pot diameter pot diameter the large WOK burner should not be used KG 291 Recommended Minimum Normal Bumer 7 9 4 Q 1 2 31 2 When using large pots pay attention to keeping to Large Burner Se Ce SN 2 a minimum distance of 50 mm 2 between the Large Bumer Wok 9 1 27 121 27 61 4 cooking vessel and combustible surroundings A minimum distance of 50 mm 2 must be observed between the control knob control panel and the pot or pan The pot or pan should not touch the control panel When buying pots pay attention to the fact that the manufacturer frequently specifies the top pot diameter which is generally larger than the diameter of the base Observe the manufacturer s specifications Use cooking utensils that the manufacturer states as being suitable for gas Use pots with heat resistant handles Use pots and p
14. ess down the control knob for the corresponding cooking position and turn it to the required position between the and symbols The burner ignites automatically e When using large pots or pans you should ignite the burner in the low position e Every time the gas hob is switched on the electronics run an auto test All electrodes fire and the required burner ignites after a few seconds When switching on further burners only the corresponding electrode fires e When being switched on a short sound may be heard when the electronic of the gas hob opens the gas supply valve This is a normal condition The flame size can be set continuously between full and low by slowly turning the control knob Indicator light The indicator light next to the control knob comes on if the burner is switched on and the flame bums correctly should the flame go out during operation e g because of a draught the appliance will automatically re ignite the burner should the re ignition be unsuccessful e g bumer is soiled by spilled over food or liquid all burners are switched off the indicator lights of the burners that were switched on flash Turn all control knobs to the OFF position The flashing indicator lights will go out except for the affected burner This indicator will continue to flash for a few seconds After the appliance has cooled down sufficiently check this burner to see if all the burner parts have been assemble
15. etector in or near the kitchen No warranty claims can be lodged for any damage resulting from failure to observe these instructions Technical modifications reserved California Proposition 65 Warning The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by products which are on the list of substances which are known by the State of Califomia to cause cancer or reproductive harm California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances To minimize exposure to these substances always operate this unit according to the instructions contained in this booklet and provide good ventilation to the room when cooking with gas SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Important Notes For Your Safety You must not operate the appliance if it is damaged When connecting electrical appliances in the proxi mity of the appliance make sure that connecting leads do not come into contact with hot cooking surfaces As the user you yourself are responsible for maintenance and proper use in the household Only ever operate the appliance under supervision Do not operate the appliance without pots and pans placed on it Make sure that all the burner parts are correctly fitted Caution The appliance heats up during operation Keep children away Do not clean the appliance with a steam cleaning apparatus or with water pressure risk of short circuits Isolate the appliance from the power during every maintenance ope
16. first time Thoroughly clean the appliance and accessories before using them for the first time This will eliminate any newness smells and soiling see chapter Cleaning and care To Use The appliance is intended solely for use in the household and must not be put to any other uses Use the appliance to prepare meals only It must not be used to heat up the room in which it is installed Use of a gas cooktop generates heat and humidity in the room where it is installed This is why attention must be paid to good kitchen ventilation The natural ventilation openings must be kept unobstructed Prolonged use of the appliance with several or all rings may call for additional ventilation such as opening a window or a door or stronger air extraction by an extractor hood To guarantee good combustion the room in which the appliance is installed must have a minimum volume of 1240 cft 35 m and must possess a door that opens outdoors or a window that can be opened Keep the ventilation openings at the back of the appliance free at all times Only ever use the burners after placing pots and pans on them Do not heat up any empty pots or pans It is not permitted to use roasting pans frying pans or grill stones heated simultaneously by several burmers because the resulting heat build up may damage the appliance Pots with a diameter of less than 90 mm 3 2 or more than 280 mm 11 320 mm 12 2 for the
17. ing Appliances And Equipment In Mobile Homes CSA standard C 22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 and or local Codes A General Safety Instructions Read all instructions in this Operation and Maintenance Manual carefully before using your new GAGGENAU Cooktop As the user you are responsible for maintenance and proper use in the household WARNING These precautions will reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire and injury to persons Use extreme care when using this cooktop as this appliance provides intense heat and can increase the accident potential When using kitchen appliances these basic safety precautions must be followed e Insure proper installation and servicing Follow the installation instructions provided with this product Have the cooktop installed and grounded by a qualified technician Do not operate the appliance if it is damaged Have the installer show you where the gas supply shut off valve is located so that you know how and where to turn off the gas to the cooktop If you smell gas follow the instructions on page 2 If the connections are not perfectly tight you can have a small leak and therefore a faint gas smell Finding a gas leak must be done by a qualified service technician Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Disconnect the appliance from the power suppl
18. lastic or other non heat resistant materials Never leave oil or hot fat unattended Note To avoid jeopardising the electrical safety of the appliance it is forbidden to use high pressure or steam jet cleaning devices Note The name plate is attached to the bottom of the unit and to the inside of the housing Only for installation in USA This installation must conform with local codes or in absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z 223 1 Current Issue The installer must leave these instructions with the appliance and the consumer should keep them for future reference If an external electrical source is utilized the appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Current Issue Only for installation in Canada In Canada installation must be in accordance with the CAN 1 B149 1 and 2 Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and or local codes The installer must leave these Instructions with the appliance and the Consumer should retain them for future reference This appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the current CSA Standard C 22 1 Canadian Electrical Code Part I For mobile Housing and Recreational Vehicle installation must conform with the following CAN CSA Z240 MH CAN CSA 2240 RV Installation Requirement For Gas Burn
19. lation and Use l Do not allow the flame to extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil This instruction is based on safety considerations Do not forget that the unit becomes hot when in use Common sense is important Just because the flame is out it does not mean parts still cannot be hot This appliance shall not be used for space heating This instruction is based on safety considerations Be sure to disconnect the electrical supply before disassembly of the appliance Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Cabinets installed above the gas cooktop must have a minimum distance of 762 mm 80 The gas pressure regulator supplied with the appliance must be installed in line with the gas pipe The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 3 5 kPa 1 2 psig The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 3 5 kPa 1 2 psig 10 Important When using a very large pot keep a distance of at least 50 mm 2 to avoid damaging any parts in counter top wood p
20. liance from the power supply for a few seconds switch off fuse If necessary inform aftersales service Check whether the burners are clean and dry the pot base or the pot grid are soiled 19 13 Technical Data Settings Table Technical data gas Technical data electrical Burners Normal burner Rated consumption 15 W Full burning 1 000 BTU 2 1 kW Low buming 700 BTU 0 175 kw Voltage AC 120 V Large burner Frequency 60 Hz Full burning 14 500 BTU 4 2 kW Low burning 100 BTU 0 175 kW Wok burner de 25 Full burning 17 000 BTU 5 0 KW Technical modifications reserved Low burning 1 000 BTU 0 3 kW Total output 60 000 BTU 17 6 kW Gas connection R 1 2 union nut for R 1 2 bracket to DIN 1999 conical cylindrical Settings table US US CA CA Gas family Natural gas Propane gas L PG Pressure 6 WC 1 5 kPa 10 WC 2 5 kPa Wok burner full burning 1 70 1 10 Wok burner low burning 0 59 0 41 Air gap adjustm outer inner mm 2 3 0 6 Large burner full burning 1 48 1 03 Large burner low burning 0 49 0 34 Air gap adjustm outer inner mm 0 fixed 3 fixed Normal burner full burning 1 01 0 49 Normal burner low burning 0 69 0 34 Air gap adjustm outer inner mm 0 fixed 3 fixed Total output 5 burners 60 000 BTU 17 6 KW 60 000 BTU 17 6 KW 20 GAGGENAU GAGGENAU HAUSGERATE GMBH P O BOX 100250 80076 MUNCHEN GERMANY 089 45 90 03 FAX 089 45 90 23 47
21. ooms or sprouts are added later Proceed as follows Pour sufficient oil into the wok to coat the surface We advise you to use peanut or or soya oil Heat up the oil to just before the smoking point only then begin with stir frying Cut the food into pieces of equal size but not too small thus making sure they will not burn If you are cooking larger quantities work with portions as otherwise not all of the food will reach the hot base of the wok Meals that are ready ca be kept warm on a minimal flame Clean the wok after every use and rub its inside with oil This will prevent rusting 10 Cleaning and Care burner assembly normal burner large burner burner assembly wok burner burner head cover burner ring electrode burner base Keep the ventilation openings on the rear of the appliance clean Do not block the ventilation openings Note to avoid jeopardising the electrical safety of the appliance do not use high pressure or steam jet cleaning devices risk of short circuits The burners burner head cover bumer ring and bumer head will change their color during operation and become darker This change in color will not influence the use value Caution risk of burns Before cleaning please wait until the cooktop has cooled Never switch on the cooktop while cleaning Please thoroughly clean the appliance before operating it for the first time and after every use 15
22. ould never be wom while using this appliance Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn while cooking e The appliance is designed for cooking food Based on safety considerations never use the Cooktop to warm or heat a room Such use can damage the Cooktop e When using the Cooktop DO NOT TOUCH THE BURNER GRATES OR THE IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING AREAS They become hot enough to cause burns e Never leave the cooktop unattended Boil overs cause smoking and greasy spills that may ignite e Only certain types of glass heatproof glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop use This type of utensil may break with sudden temperature changes Use only on low or medium heat settings according to the utensil manufacturer s directions e Do not heat unopened food containers a buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst e During cooking set the burner control so that the flame heats only the bottom of the pan and does not extend beyond the bottom of the pan e Use caution to insure that drafts like those from forced air vents or fans do not blow flammable material toward the flames or push the flames so that they extend beyond the edges of the pot e Always use utensils that have flat bottoms large enough to cover the burner The use of undersized utensils can expose a portion of the flame and may result in ignition of clothing e To minimize burns
23. ration To do this remove the power plug or switch off the corresponding household fuse Close the gas supply Repairs must be carried out by authorised specia lists thus ensuring electrical safety No warranty claims can be lodged for any damage resulting from failure to observe these instructions Observe caution with oils and fats They may overheat and bum easily Foodstuffs that are prepared in fat and oil must only be prepared under constant supervision Technical modifications reserved Operating for the First Time Remove the packaging from the appliance and dispose of it according to local regulations Be careful to remove all accessories from the packaging Keep packaging elements and plastic bags away from children Check the appliance for transport damage before installing it The appliance must be installed and connected by an authorised specialist before operation The installation must conform with all current regulations of the gas supply companies and the regional construction regulations Tum all control knobs to the OFF position before connecting the appliance to the power supply The serial number of the appliance can be found on the quality control slip which is included with these instructions This quality control slip should be kept for guarantee reasons together with your operating and assembly instructions Read through these instructions attentively before operating your appliance for the
24. und high cover Therefore they are also capable of steaming and stewing The semicircular grid is hooked in on the edge of the wok On it you can steam ingredients you can allow deep fried foods to drip or you can keep browned foods warm Use the chan rounded spatula or the wooden pan reversing implement Use a ladle to remove foods Use the strainer to lift deep fried foods from the fat or large pieces out of a sauce You can use bamboo baskets for steaming 14 Cooking in the Wok You can fry steam deep fry stew and cook normally Stir frying is the special cooking method for the wok Ingredients cut into small pieces are cooked as briefly as possible under strong heat and constant stirring In the large round pan everything can be stirred and turned faster and with greater ease than in a conventional frying pan Thanks to stirring ingredients do not burn onto the pan surplus oil drains off towards the middle In next to no time you obtain delicious roasted foods the pores in meat close and fish becomes nices and juicy Vegetables stay crispy and aromas and healthy vitamins are retained Important the cooking time is so short that all ingredients should be ready for cooking before you begin The correct sequence is also important First place the ingredients with the longest cooking time in the wok For example these are hard fibred vegetables such as carrots Soft vegetables such as mushr
25. y at the fuse point and the gas supply during every maintenance operation Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliances are in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance e Do not store items of interest to children above the cooktop or at the back of it If children should climb onto the appliance to reach these items they could be seriously injured e Never use any part of the cooktop for storage Flammable materials can catch fire and plastic items may melt or ignite e When connecting electrical appliances near the Cooktop make sure that connecting cables do not come into contact with hot cooking surfaces If the cooktop is near a window be certain the curtains do not blow over or near the Cooktop bumers they could catch on fire e DO NOT USE WATER ON GREASE FIRES Turn appliance off and smother fire with baking soda or use a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher e Never let clothing pot holders or other flammable materials come in contact with or close to any burner or burner grate until it has cooled Fabric may ignite and result in personal injury e Use only dry pot holders Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may cause bums from steam Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of pot holders Do not let pot holders touch hot burner grates e For personal safety wear proper apparel Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves sh
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