HG08782 - Pan Ernesto - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Pan
Brand	Ernesto
Model	HG08782
IAN reference	384654_2107 / 400390_2107
Main material	Aluminum
Coating	Non-stick
Usable base diameter	179 mm or 200 mm depending on model
Hob compatibility	Gas, electric, ceramic, induction, halogen
Oven use	Yes, up to 160 °C for 1 hour
Dishwasher cleaning	Yes (not recommended for aluminum, risk of discoloration)
Recommended hand cleaning	Hot water and dish soap, avoid abrasive products
Recommended utensils	Synthetic material or wood
Usage precautions	Do not heat empty, do not leave unsupervised with fat
Handle	May get hot, use pot holders or oven mitts
Warranty	3 years
Recycling	Packaging recyclable, product recyclable

Frequently Asked Questions - HG08782 Ernesto

How to clean my Ernesto HG08782 pan?

Wash it by hand with hot water and dish soap. Avoid abrasive products and metal brushes. Dishwasher is possible but may discolor the aluminum.

Can I use my pan on an induction hob?

Yes, it is induction compatible. The base contains magnetic steel elements. Make sure to center the pan on the cooking zone and choose a hob diameter suitable for the base (179 or 200 mm).

What is the warranty of this pan?

The warranty is 3 years from the date of purchase. Keep the receipt as proof. It covers material and manufacturing defects, but not normal wear or damage due to improper use.

Can I put the pan in the oven?

Yes, it withstands a maximum temperature of 160 °C for 1 hour. Do not exceed this duration or temperature.

Which utensils should I use to avoid damaging the coating?

Use utensils made of synthetic material or wood. Avoid metal, knives, and any sharp objects that could scratch the non-stick coating.

Why is the bottom of my pan not fully magnetic?

This is normal. Only magnetic steel elements are inserted into the aluminum base. If the induction hob is larger than the base, the coils may not react. Place the pan on a cooking zone matching its diameter.

Can I put the pan in the dishwasher?

Yes, but it is not recommended because aggressive detergents and the wash cycle can cause discoloration of the aluminum parts. Hand washing is preferable.

How to prevent the pan from discoloring?

Avoid excessive temperatures when empty, do not plunge it hot into cold water, and clean with non-abrasive products. External discoloration due to heat does not affect quality.

What to do if the pan overheats?

Never extinguish burning fat with water. Cover with a lid or wool blanket. Avoid heating the pan empty or with very little food to prevent overheating.

What are the available diameters for this model?

Two sizes exist: 179 mm (ref. 400390_2107) and 200 mm (ref. 384654_2107). Check the label under the pan or on the packaging to find yours.

USER MANUAL HG08782 Ernesto

Operation and safety notes

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GB/IE Operation and safety notes Page 9

We congratulate you on the purchase of your new product. You have chosen a high quality product. Familiarise yourself with the product before using it for the first time. In addition, please carefully refer to the operating instructions and the safety advice below. Only use the product as instructed and only for the indicated field of application. Keep these instructions in a safe place. If you pass the product on to anyone else, please ensure that you also pass on all the documentation with it.

Care and use

Save energy! To avoid heat loss, choose a hotplate with a diameter that matches the diameter of the product.

Effective bottom diameter:

• 384654_2107: approx. 200 mm

• 400390_2107: approx. 179 mm

• Remove all labels from the product prior to use and rinse with clean water.
  Before using the product for the first time, boil it out with water 2 to 3 times to completely remove all manufacturing residues.
  Lightly grease the product.

• Do not overheat the product while empty or filled to prevent the non-stick effect from weakening due to damage to the coating.

Risk of overheating! When fat-free food comes in contact with the non-oiled, overheated product, slight discolourations of the non-stick coating might occur due to the burning of proteins. Such discolourations are signs of wear and do not affect the quality of the coating and its fitness for use.

Heat up the food at a high / medium heat setting and then let it cook at a lower heat setting until ready.
- Never leave the product unsupervised while the grease is warming: Overheated grease can ignite. Never attempt to extinguish grease fires with water! Smother the flames with a lid or a dense wool blanket.
- Only use plastic or wooden kitchen utensils to prevent damaging the non-stick coating. Do not cut food directly in the product.
- Do not add dripping wet meat to the product. Grease splatting onto a glowing hob can easily cause a fire.
The handle may heat during cooking. Use a pot holder or grill gloves for your protection.
The product is suitable for gas, electric, glass ceramic, induction and halogen cooker hobs.

Note for induction hobs: A noise may occur under certain conditions, resulting from the electromagnetic properties of the heat source and the product. This is totally normal and does not imply that your induction hob or your cookware is damaged. Place the product in the middle of the induction hotplate. ATTENTION! High heating-up rate! Do not overheat cookware when preheating. The room must be aired out well, in the event cookware overheats.

This product combines the benefits of aluminium cookware, such as low weight and high thermal conductivity, with the benefits of cooking with induction. To enable this, magnetic steel elements have been inserted in the aluminium base. Consequently the base is not magnetic throughout, so that on induction hobs that are significantly greater than the base diameter, it can happen that the induction coils do not react. This is not a quality defect and does not represent any impairment of the functionality. So that the product functions perfectly, always place it on the hob corresponding to the effective base diameter stated in this manual.

High temperatures may discolour the exterior of the product. This does not indicate faulty material, nor does it impair the product's quality or function.
- Never hold the hot product under cold running water. The underside of the product may be damaged or fall off.

The product is suitable for keeping dishes warm inside the oven (max. 160^ for 1 hour).
This product is suitable for dishwashers.
Handwash with hot water and common washing-up liquid. Avoid using sharp or pointy objects or brushes to avoid damaging the material.
Do not clean with harsh or abrasive cleaners.
- Frequently cleaning of the product with harsh cleaners may damage it and can cause discolouration.
Aluminium pieces may discolour when placed in the dishwasher.
■ ATTENTION! RISK OF SCRATCHES! Do not move the product back and forth on glass-ceramic hobs! We recommend before cooking to wipe briefly the surface of the hob and the product bottom with a clean, lint-free cloth (e.g. microfiber) to reduce the risk of scratches.
- Food safe: This product does not affect the taste or odour of prepared foods.
- Never use the product if the handles are loose. Retighten the screw joint of the handles if necessary.

Disposal

The packaging is made entirely of recyclable materials, which you may dispose of at local recycling facilities.

Contact your local refuse disposal authority for more details of how to dispose of your worn-out product.

Warranty

The product has been manufactured to strict quality guidelines and meticulously examined before delivery. In the event of product defects you have legal rights against the retailer of this product. Your legal rights are not limited in any way by our warranty detailed below.

The warranty for this product is 3 years from the date of purchase. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Please keep the original sales receipt in a safe location. This document is required as your proof of purchase.

Should this product show any fault in materials or manufacture within 3 years from the date of purchase, we will repair or replace it - at our choice - free of charge to you. This warranty becomes void if the product has been damaged, or used or maintained improperly.

The warranty applies to defects in material or manufacture. This warranty does not cover product parts subject to normal wear, thus possibly considered consumables (e.g. batteries) or for damage to fragile parts, e.g. switches, rechargeable batteries or glass parts.

Warranty claim procedure

To ensure quick processing of your case, please observe the following instructions:

Please have the till receipt and the item number (IAN 384654_2107 / 400390_2107) available as proof of purchase.

You will find the item number on the rating plate, an engraving, on the front page of the instructions for use (bottom left), or as a sticker on the rear or bottom of the product.

If functional or other defects occur, please contact the service department listed either by telephone or by e-mail.

You can return a defective product to us free of charge to the service address that will be provided to you. Ensure that you enclose the proof of purchase (till receipt) and information about what the defect is and when it occurred.

Service

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IE

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