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The Hotplates
Spills onto the actual plate should be removed
using warm water and a soft brush, nylon or
plastic scourer. To keep the plates looking as
new, hotplate conditioner can be purchased
from most hardware stores, e.g. “4 Hob” by
Homecare Products (follow the manufacturer’s
instruction for use).
Alternatively, wipe the plates with a drop of
olive oil on a kitchen towel to avoid rust. It is
important to note that the plate will smoke a
little and produce a slightly unpleasant odour
when next used.
Drying
Important: After cleaning, dry the hotplates
thoroughly by switching on to a low-medium
setting for a few minutes.
Restoring
To maintain the appearance of your sealed
hotplates apply a little salt-free vegetable oil
or restorative agent (i.e. :Collo Electrol”, or
Minky Hotplate Cleaning Cloths) periodically.
To apply vegetable oil: first heat the hotplate
on a medium setting for 30 seconds then
turn off. Pour a very small amount of salt-
free oil onto a dry cloth or kitchen paper.
Apply a thin coat of oil to the hotplate
surface and wipe off any excess. Heat the
hotplate on a medium setting for 1 minute.
To apply restorative agent: first heat the
hotplate on a medium setting for 30 seconds
then turn off. Apply a very thin coating of
Collo Electrol (using the applicator). Heat a
hotplate on a high setting for 2-3 minutes to
cure. Some smoke will occur, this is normal
and nontoxic. (NB: this product is a
restorative agent not a cleanser. It is
available from hardware stores).
Stainless steel parts: the stainless steel spill
rings may become straw coloured with use.
Use a proprietary stainless steel cleaner to
remove this straw discolouration. This also
applies to the area around the hotplates on
stainless steel hobs.