Smeg GCO90XG User Manual

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7.5 Electric elements 
 
7.5.1  Turning on electric elements 
Hobs may be fitted with an electric element of 
varying diameter. The electric element is controlled 
by a switch and is turned on by rotating the 
appropriate knob to the desired position. 
 
 
Raised indicators make for easier and clearer reading and use of the 
controls, each knob being connected to its corresponding electric 
element by a rib. Setting corresponds to the elongated part of the knob 
or to the marking on it. When the electric element is powered, an 
appropriate indicator light comes on in the front panel. 
 
 
7.5.2  Using the electric elements 
The electric elements are ideal for ultrarapid cooking. 
The settings shown in the table are merely indicative. 
 
 
 
 
POSITION 
 
HEAT 
INTENSITY 
 
 
POSSIBLE COOKING 
 
 
 
 
Off 
 
 
 
 
 
Weak 
 
 
To melt butter, chocolate, etc.  
To heat small amounts of liquid.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Soft 
To heat larger amounts of liquid. 
 
 
 
 
 
Slow
 
 
To defrost frozen food and prepare stews, 
cooking at or just below boiling point. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
To cook food which has to reach boiling point, to 
Medium
 
roast delicate meat or fish. 
 
 
 
 
 
Strong 
 
 
For roasts, steaks and large boiled joints. 
 
 
 
 
 
Very strong 
To boil large amounts of water, to fry.