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EN GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE
Cooking Hob
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IINNSSTTAALLLLEERR
: Please leave this manual with the unit for the owner.
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: Please keep this manual for future reference.
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: Local codes vary. Installation, electrical connections and
grounding must comply with all applicable codes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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- Proper Installation - Be sure your appliance is properly grounded and installed
by a qualified technician.
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- Never Use your Appliance for Warming or Heating the Room.
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- Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended
in an area where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand
on any part of the appliance.
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- Wear Proper Apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn
while using the appliance.
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- User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.
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- Storage in or on Appliance - Flammable materials should not be stored near
surface units.
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- Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or
foam-type extinguisher.
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- Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result
in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use
a towel or other bulky cloth.
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- Use Proper Pan Size - This appliance is equipped with several, differently sized,
induction elements. Select utensils having flat bottoms, large enough to cover the
surface unit heating element. Proper size pots and pans will also improve efficiency.
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- DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS - Surface units may
be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other
flammable materials contact surface units or areas near units until they have had
sufficient time to cool.
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. Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Build-up of pressure may cause
container to burst and result in injury.
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. Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings - Boil-over causes
smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
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. Do not use aluminum foil, aluminum liners or aluminum containers on the
unit.
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14. Utensil Handles Should Be Turned inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent
Surface Units - To reduce the risk of burns, and spillage due to unintentional
contact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is
turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units.
15. Do not Cook on Broken Cooktop - If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions
and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.
Contact a qualified technician immediately.
16. Clean Cook-Top With Caution - If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on
a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce
noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
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Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above or around the cooktop children climbing on the cooktop to reach items, could be seriously injured.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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In this manual we have provided a number of safety warnings and as well as numerous tips
and hints for using the unit. Warnings and tips are marked with the following symbols:
Safety warning symbol
Tips and hints
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If you are receiving the unit from a
transportation company, it is customer’s
obligation to inspect thepackage and note
any damage on the delivery receipt. After
delivery, have your induction cooktop
carefully unpacked, and again check forany
visible damage. If you find any damage onthe
unit at this point, immediately inform your
dealer or distributor. Although the
responsibility for shipping lies with the
carrier, your dealer/ distributor will assist you
with your claim.
If the unit is not supposed to be installed for
some time, you should keep it in its original
packaging, stored in a dry and safe place.
Read through the section of this manual
which pertains to installation, and make sure
that all of the requirements can be provided
or are already provided. Ensure that your
electric power supply is correct.
Before you install the unit, you should take a
moment to write down the information from
your nameplate and fill-out the table on page
19, for future after-sale servicing needs. This
information will be required every time you
call for any service on your unit.
Before Installation
Glass Top, Coil Size and Controls
Touch Display Setting Use
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low heat
1100 hhiigghh
moderate heat
1122 MMaaxxiimmuumm
maximum
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POWERING ON
Press the start/stop touch control for the
zone you want to use. A flashing
""00""
indicates
that the zone is on. You can then choose the
desired power level.
If you do not select a power level, the cooking
zone will automatically shut off.
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL
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Start/stop touch control.
Power - + touch controls.
Power pre-select touch controls.
A
B
Tip
For simultaneous use, favour the use
of cooking zones located on opposite sides
of the hob.
On the same side, the use of a cooking
zone at maximum power results in an
automatic limitation of the other cooking
zone on that side, which is indicated in the
power level display.
A B
D
D
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Tip
To check the suitability of your
cookware:
Place the vessel on a cooking zone at
power level 4.
If the display remains on, your cookware is
compatible.
If the display flashes, your cookware cannot
be used with induction cooking.
You can also use a magnet to test the
cookware.
If a magnet "sticks" to the bottom of the
cookware, it is compatible with induction.
WHICH COOKING ZONE
SHOULD YOU USE BASED ON
YOUR COOKWARE?
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Cooking Diameter A
zone
1166 ccmm ((66
11//22
)) 1100 .......... 1188 ccmm ((44....77””))
1188 ccmm ((77)) 1122 .......... 2222 ccmm ((44
33//44
....88
11//22
))
2222 ccmm ((99 )) 1188 .......... 2244 ccmm ((77....99
11//22
””))
POWER SHARING
Under the pretense that only one zone is
used with an adequate utensil covering the
whole surface of the coil, and that power on
the zone is adjusted to the maximum (12):
- the maximum power output of 22 cm (9)
heating zone is 2.8 kW;
- the maximum power output of 16 cm (6
1/2) heating zone is 2.0 kW.
If only one coil is employed, it can be
utilized at its maximum power, but as soon
as the other coil is turned on, the controls
adjust the power on both coils
automatically for power sharing. This
power sharing is administered by units
microprocessors, which will alternate
power between the two elements. There are
two factors affecting improved power
sharing on your cooktops.
The first is the application of an improved
technology for power sharing - not using
common relays, but rather semiconductors
which makes power sharing quicker, thus
more efficient. The second factor is that,
when in a power-sharing mode, two zones
can share full, 3.6 kW, power output of the
inverter.
Note that the controls will not allow both
zones to operate at full power, and the
power will be adjusted automatically - e.g. if
the power on one zone is adjusted to a
maximum, and the other zone is turned on
and power level also adjusted to its
maximum, the power level on the first zone
will automatically become lower. This
change will be visible on digital displays.
The controls are set in such a manner that
the last instruction (command) given to an
element is always a priority.
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Induced current can be created only in
materials which have magnetic properties.
Thus, utensils for use with an induction unit
must be made from a ferromagnetic material
or have inserts with magnetic properties.
Your household may already have cookware
suitable for induction cooking, and you may
test any utensil with an induction element.
Incorporated controls are able to recognize
a suitable utensil. To perform a utensil test:
- Turn an element on and adjust power to any
level - you will notice that the digital power
display is flashing.
- Place your utensil on the coil. If the piece
being tested is suitable for induction
cooking, the display will become steady.
However, if it keeps flashing, the utensil
cannot be used on your induction unit.
- If the utensil is empty, remove it from the
coil immediately after you have done test and
turn the element OFF.
Another simple test to determine if a piece of
cookware can be used on an induction
cooktop is the ‘magnet test’. Use a magnet
and place it on the utensil. If the magnet
sticks to it, the piece will work with
induction.
Utensils for Your Induction
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• Cookware made of enamel coated steel
with or without a non-stick coating.
• Cast iron cookware with or without enamel
coated base.
• Stainless steel pots and pans designed for
induction cookware.
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Stainless steel used for utensils is nonmagnetic, in most cases, and unsuitable for
Utensils with thick flat bases should be chosen for the benefit of uniform heat
distribution.
Never leave an empty piece of cookware on an induction heating element for more then a few
seconds. If a utensil is left on an element at full power, temperature of the dish may
increase rapidly, the safeties would not engage, and this may damage your utensil,
the cooktop, and could result in an injury or a damage to your property.
When cooking large quantities of food, it is
always better to use a large diameter pan
and a larger coil, thus better and more
efficient heat distribution will be achieved
and food cooked evenly.
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Small elements,16 cm (6 1/2”), are best
utilized:
- With small utensils - but normally not
smaller then 10 cm (4”);
- For slow cooking and simmering (sauces,
creams, etc.);
- For cooking small quantities of food.
Large elements, 22 cm (9”), are primarily
designed for day-to-day cooking needs and
most commonly used pans - 18 to 25 cm (7
to 9 1/2”) in diameter.
induction cooking, but most manufacturers
make such utensils in layers for better heat
distribution, and a good number of such
pots and pans can be used with induction.
To make sure if a stainless steel utensil can
be used perform the utensil test.
Use of utensils with enameled coated base
will prevent the glass top of your unit from
getting scratched.
Pots and pans which do not have a flat
bottom still may be used, however they
should not be overly deformed.
Cookware made from glass, ceramic,
earthenware, aluminum and copper pots and
pans and non-magnetic stainless steel
cookware are not suitable for induction
cooking.
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To Do or Not To Do
You must:
- Always place your utensil such that its
center is aligned with the centre of the coil.
- Avoid hitting the vitroceramic glass with
utensils or any hard objects - the glass
surface is highly resistant but not
unbreakable.
- Pick-up your utensils when moving them
around. Do not slide them and avoid
excessive rubbing of the top, as this leaves
scratches and erases the markings .
- Avoid using utensils with rough or
deformed bottoms.
- Avoid leaving any metal cooking
accessories, knives and forks, or metal
objects on the hob. They may get hot if left
close to any heating element in use.
Do not connect any appliances to the plugs above or near to the induction cooktop;
connection cable insulation can melt if in contact with heat, and this may result in an
injury and a property damage.
Your cooktop must never be used as a storage space or surface for piling up of any
material.
- Avoid storing flammable products in the
cabinets under your cooktop.
- Never leave an empty utensil on an
induction heating element, even when the
element is turned OFF.
- Only use maximum power for boiling and
frying.
- Never try heating up a closed can.
- Avoid pre-heating your non-stick pans (e.g.
with teflon coating) at maximum heat.
- Avoid storing solid and heavy items in the
cabinets above your cooktop. They may
unintentionally drop and damage the glass.
To Do or Not To Do
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/ DAILY CARE OF YOUR APPLIANCE
MAINTAINING YOUR APPLIANCE
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Minor
Accumulated burn-on
stains.
Rings and traces of lime
scale.
Burn-on stains following
sugar spillage, melted
aluminium or plastic.
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Cleaning sponges & mild
detergents
Cleaning sponges, mild
detergents and cleaning
agents for vitroceramic
glass
Cleaning cloth,white
vinegar, or diluted
de-liming agent.
Vitroceramic cleaning
agents and sponge.
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Soak the area to be cleaned with
soapy water, then wipe it.
Soak the area to be cleaned with
warm soapy water. Use a special
scraper for vitroceramic glass to
remove grease and food particles.
Finish off with a cleaning sponge,
then wipe it clean.
Apply warm white vinegar on the
stain. Leave to act then wipe off
with a soft cloth. OR Use a
commercial cleaner on affected
area. Note that such cleaner may
leave stains on stainless steel
frame, thus protect exposed
stainless steel.
Apply special vitroceramic
glass cleaner on the surface,
preferably one which contains
silicone (protective action).
Leave to act, then finish off with
a cleaning sponge, then wipe it
clean.
Nonabrasive
Paste
Ordinary Sponge or Special
Sponge for Delicate Items
Abrasive-backed
sponge
Powder
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Cleaning of an induction cooktop is easy. Read and follow these
recommendations:
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/ SPECIAL MESSAGES, DIFFICULTIES
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You have doubts about whether your hob is working correctly. This does not
necessarily mean that there is a breakdown. Nevertheless, check the following
points.
When you switch the unit on, the
supply-line breaker trips off or the
supply-line fuse burn.
Your unit may be connected
incorrectly,or there is an
internal problem.
Have the connection checked
first. If the connection is OK,
contact your service agent.
When you switch elements on, only
one element works.
The fans keep running for a few
minutes after the unit has been
switched off,
The top of the unit is always
lukewarm (even when elements are
not switched on).
Your hob makes faint clicking noise
when in operation.
The unit doesn't work at all.
After turning an element ON and
having utensil placed on the coil,
there is no heat and the digital
indicator continues flashing..
Utensil makes noise during cooking.
The hob gives off a smell when first
used for cooking.
There is an internal problem
with the unit.
The electronics are cooling
down
The electronic components are
under power and they create
heat.
This noise occurs when the power is
being shared between two
induction coils.
There may be a power supply
or internal problem.
The utensil you are trying to use
is not compatible with induction
cooking or its diameter is under
10 cm. (4”).
Your utensil creates noise from
vibrations caused by induced
current .
A new unit
Contact your service agent.
This is a normal occurrence.
This is a normal occurrence.
This is a normal occurrence.
Check your beakers (fuses)
and/or connection cable.
If OK, contact your service agent.
Use another utensil suitable for
induction cooking.
Under high power this
phenomenon is normal with some
types of pots and pans. There is
no danger for the hob.
Use each heating element for an
hour with a pan filled with water.
Servicing of an induction unit is to be done by an authorized
service agent. Contact your dealer for service location closest to
your residence. Never try servicing the unit yourself.
If any crack on the vitroceramic glass can be noticed, or the glass
is broken DO NOT USE THE UNIT. Disconnect the electrical
supply to the unit by tripping the breaker off (if the unit is hard-
wired to the supply) or just unplug the unit (if there is a plug on
the supply cable).
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