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Gaggenau CI282602 Instructions for Use

Gaggenau
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CI 282 602

Cooktop

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CI 282 602

Table of contents

4.2 Cookware.................................................................10
5 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance ............11
5.1 Control panel............................................................11
5.2 Residual heat indicator.............................................11
5.3 Cooking zones .........................................................12
6 Twistpad with twist knob.........................................12
6.1 Using the twist knob .................................................12
6.2 Removing the twist knob ..........................................12
6.3 Storing the twist knob...............................................12
7.14 Wipe protection........................................................30
7.15 Basic settings ..........................................................31
7.16 PowerManager function ...........................................32
8 HomeConnect™ .......................................................32
8.1 Setting upHomeConnect™ ......................................33
8.2 Overview of the HomeConnect™ settings.................33
8.3 Changing settings via the HomeConnect™ app........34
8.4 Software update.........................................................34
8.5 Remote diagnostics ...................................................34
8.6 Data Protection ..........................................................34
8.7 Wi-Fi module .............................................................34
9 Hood Control..............................................................35
9.1 Connecting appliances directly ..................................35
9.2 Connecting appliances via your home network
(Wi-Fi)........................................................................35
9.3 Resetting the connection ...........................................35
9.4 Controlling the hood via the cooktop ..........................35
9.5 Overview of the hood control settings ........................36
10 Cleaning and maintenance .....................................37
10.1 Cleaning agents.......................................................37
10.2 Cleaning the glass ceramic cooktop.........................37
10.3 Cleaning the twist knob............................................37
10.4 Cleaning recommendations .....................................37
10.5 Maintenance ............................................................38
11 Troubleshooting ......................................................39
12 FAQs.........................................................................42
7 Operation..................................................................12
7.1 Turning the cooktop on or off ...................................12
7.2 Cooking zone settings..............................................13
7.3 Recommended cooking settings ..............................13
7.4 Flex function.............................................................14
7.5 Transfer function ......................................................15
7.6 Short-term timer .......................................................15
7.7 Stopwatch ................................................................16
7.8 Booster function for pots ..........................................16
7.9 Booster function for pans .........................................16
7.10 Keep warm.............................................................17
7.11 Cooking assistance functions.................................17
7.12 Wireless cooking sensor ........................................28
7.13 Panel lock ..............................................................30
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13 Disposal....................................................................43
13.1 Disposal of your old appliance .................................43
14 Customer service.....................................................43
14.1 Model number (E-Nr.) and production number
(FD) .........................................................................43
14.2 Rating plate location ................................................43
15 STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT
WARRANTY..............................................................43
15.1 What this warranty covers & Who it applies to .........43
15.2 How long the warranty lasts .....................................44
15.3 Repair/replace as your exclusive remedy.................44
15.4 Out of warranty product ...........................................44
15.5 Warranty exclusions...............................................44
15.6 Obtaining warranty service.....................................45
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Read all instructions carefully before use. These precau­tions will reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire and injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must be followed including those in the follow­ing pages.

1.1 Safety definitions

Here you can find explanations of the safety signal words used in this manual.
WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.
CAUTION
This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.
NOTICE:
This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a result of non-compliance with this advi­sory.
Note:This alerts you to important information and/or tips.

1.2 General information

¡ Read this manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instructions, the appliance pass and the prod-
uct information safe for future reference or for the next owner.
¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in
transit.

1.3 Intended use

Only a qualified professional may connect appliances without plugs. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by incorrect connections. Please see the Statement of Limited Product Warranty → The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly in­stalled according to the installation instructions. The in­staller is responsible for ensuring that the appliance works perfectly at its installation location. Only use this appliance:
¡ To prepare meals and drinks. ¡ Under supervision. Never leave the appliance unat-
tended when cooking for short periods.
¡ In private households and in enclosed spaces in a resi-
dential environment.
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¡ up to an altitude of 13,100ft (4000m) above sea level.
Do not use the appliance:
¡ With an external timer or a separate remote control.
When using the cooking sensor function, select the hot­plate on which you placed the saucepan with the tempera­ture sensor.

1.4 Restriction on user group

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includ­ing children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental ca­pabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concern­ing use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by quali­fied persons. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Do not let children play with the appliance.

1.5 Safe use

WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been designed to be safe and reliable.
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Read all instructions carefully before use. These pre­cautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
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When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precau­tions must be followed, including those in the following pages.
WARNING
Overheated materials can cause fire or burns.
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Do not allow aluminum foil, plastic, paper or cloth to come in contact with a hot surface element, burner or grate.
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Do not allow pans to boil dry. Unattended cooking on a cooktop with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in a fire.
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Do not leave the cooktop unattended when in use. Never leave the cooktop unattended when in use.
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Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ig-
nite.
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A fire could occur during cooking.
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Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
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Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance. If the cooktop is near a window, forced air vent or fan, be certain that flammable materials such as window cover­ings do not blow over or near the burners or heating ele­ments.
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They could catch on fire. Cooking fires can spread if extinguished incorrectly.
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Never use water on cooking fires. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A GREASE FIRE
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Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Set-
tings - Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers
that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or medium set-
tings.
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Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Ju-
bilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe’).
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Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be
allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
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Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate
for the size of the surface element.
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Do not flambé under the extractor hood or work with a
naked flame. When switched on, the extractor hood
draws flames into the filter. There is a risk of fire due to
deposits on the grease filter! Flames can be drawn into the ventilation system.
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Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation sys-
tem during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach
through fire to turn it off. Cookware Handles Should be Turned Inward and Not Ex­tend Over Adjacent Surface Units.
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To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable mate-
rials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the
cookware, the handle of a cookware should be posi-
tioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend
over adjacent surface units. Wear Proper Apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments, such as ties, scarves, jewelry, or dangling sleeves, should never be worn while using the appliance.
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Tie long hair so that it does not hang loose.
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Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning.
Use Proper Pan Size. This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different size.
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Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
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The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the heating element or burner to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of cookware to heating element or burner will also im-
prove efficiency. Controls may be operated unintentionally by spills cover­ing the control panel.
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Never use the appliance if liquids or foods have spilled
around the control panel.
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Always turn off the cooktop and dry the control panel. Boilovers can cause smoke and some foods and oils may catch fire if left on high temperature settings.
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When using a timer, always supervise the cooktop.
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Do not allow anything to boil over or burn. WARNING - If the frying sensor is not working properly, overheating may result causing smoke and damage to the pan or fire. WHEN COOKING WITH THE FRYING SEN­SOR FUNCTION OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
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Always use a sensor frying pan.
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Always put the pan in the center of the cooking zone.
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Do not place a lid on the pan.
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Never leave hot fat or oil unattended. If the cooktop turns off automatically and can no longer be operated, it may turn itself on unintentionally at a later point.
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Switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
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Contact Customer Service for support. If the display does not work when a cooking area is heat­ing up
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disconnect the circuit breaker or fuse in the electrical
panel.
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contact an authorized service provider. Do not store items on the cooking surfaces. In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire, drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames. Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires.
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Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type
extinguisher.
CAUTION
The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously.
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WARNING
Use Only Dry Potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
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Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements.
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Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.
Hot oil is capable of causing extreme burns and injury.
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Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when nec­essary.
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To avoid bubbling and splattering, heat oil slowly on no more than a low-medium setting.
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Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until it is cool.
Spills of hot food may cause burns.
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Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning food.
This helps prevent spills and movement of the pan. 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.
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During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing,
potholders, or other flammable materials contact sur-
face units or areas near units until they have had suffi-
cient time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop
and areas facing the cooktop. WARNING - DO NOT PLACE METALLIC OBJECTS SUCH AS KNIVES, FORKS, SPOONS, AND LIDS ON THE COOKTOP SURFACE SINCE THEY CAN GET HOT. Clean Cooktop With Caution.
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If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot
cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn.
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Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to
a hot surface.
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Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. WARNING - The pan detection shut-off feature may not turn off the cooking zone due to spilled food or objects placed on the cooktop.
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Keep the cooktop clean and do not store objects on the
cooking zones.
CAUTION
If the temperature sensing system is not working properly, boilovers may result causing burns and injury. WHEN COOKING WITH THE COOKING SENSOR FUNCTION OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
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Always put the lid on pots.
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Always fill pots with at least 1¼" (3 cm) of liquid.
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Always use pots of the appropriate size and type (enamelware pots, stainless steel and aluminum pots equipped with wireless temperature sensor).
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Always keep the sensor’s window clean.
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When using the cooking sensor functions, make sure that the cookware with the wireless temperature sensor is placed on the cooking zone where you make the set­tings.
WARNING
Storage in or on Appliance - The use of corrosive chemi­cals in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and could result in injury.
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Flammable materials, corrosive chemicals, vapors or non-food products should not be stored or used in an oven or on or near surface units.
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The appliance is specifically designed for use when
heating or cooking food. This appliance is intended for normal family household use only.
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It is not approved for outdoor use.
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See the Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you
have any questions, contact the manufacturer. WARNING - Using this appliance other than for its in­tended use can cause fire or injury to persons.
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Use this appliance only for its intended use as de-
scribed in this manual.
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NEVER use your appliances as a space heater for
warming or heating the room. Doing so may result in
overheating the appliance.
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Never use the appliance for storage. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A GREASE FIRE, OB­SERVE THE FOLLOWING.
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SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CARE-
FUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out
immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DE-
PARTMENT.
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NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be
burned.
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DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or tow-
els – a violent steam explosion will result.
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Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
- You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher, and
you already know how to operate it.
- The fire is small and contained in the area where it
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- The fire department is being called.
- You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers.
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Build-up of pressure may cause the container to burst
and cause injury. Liquid between the pot base and the cooktop may build up steam pressure. This may cause the pot to jump suddenly causing injury.
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Always keep the cooktop and bases of pots dry. When cooking with a double-boiler, the cooktop and cook­ing vessel may crack due to overheating.
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The cooking vessel in the double-boiler must not come
in direct contact with the bottom of the pot filled with
water.
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Use only heat-resistant cookware. Glazed Cooking Utensils - Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop or range-top service with­out breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.
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Use only pans that are appropriate for ceramic cook-
tops.
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Cookware not approved for use with ceramic cooktops
may break with sudden temperature changes. Injury and damage to the appliance may occur if control elements are not used properly.

1.6 Child safety

Do not let children play with the appliance.
CAUTION
Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above an appliance or on the backguard of an appliance. Chil­dren climbing on the appliance to reach items could be se­riously injured. Do Not Leave Children Alone.
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Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use.
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They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
WARNING
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang on any part of an appliance, especially a door, warming drawer, or storage drawer.
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This can damage the appliance, and the unit may tip
over, potentially causing severe injury. Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely supervised by an adult.
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Children and pets should not be left alone or unat-
tended in the area where the appliance is in use. They
should never be allowed to play in its vicinity, whether
or not the appliance is in use.
WARNING
Moisture intrusion may cause an electric shock.
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Do not use any steam cleaners or high-pressure clean-
ers to clean the appliance. If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dan­gerous.
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Never operate a damaged appliance.
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Never operate an appliance with a cracked or broken
surface.
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Call Customer Service. → WARNING - If the surface is cracked, switch off the appli­ance to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Do Not Cook on a Broken Cooktop - If the cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.
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Contact an authorized service provider immediately.
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1.7 Electromagnetic interference

WARNING
This induction cooktop generates and uses ISM frequency energy that heats cookware by using an electromagnetic field. It has been tested and complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules for ISM equipment. This induction cooktop meets the FCC requirements to minimize interference with other devices in residential installation. Induction cooktops may cause interference with television or radio reception. If interference occurs, the user should try to correct the in­terference by
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Relocating the receiving antenna of the radio or televi­sion.
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Increasing the distance between the cooktop and the receiver.
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Connecting the receiver into an outlet different than the cooktop.
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It is the user's responsibility to correct any interference.
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CAUTION
Persons with a pacemaker or similar medical device should exercise caution when standing near an induction cooktop while it is in use.
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Consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the pace-
maker or similar medical device for additional informa-
tion about its effects with electromagnetic fields from an
induction cooktop.
WARNING
The removable twist knob is magnetic and may affect electronic implants, such as heart pacemakers or insulin pumps.
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Persons with electronic implants must maintain a dis-
tance of at least 4" (10cm) from the magnetic twist
knob.
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Never put the twist knob in your pockets. The wireless cooking sensor is magnetic and can damage electronic implants, such as heart pacemakers or insulin pumps.
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Persons with electronic implants must maintain a dis-
tance of at least 4" (10cm) from the wireless cooking
sensor.
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Never put the wireless cooking sensor in your pockets.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorized service provider or similar qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.
CAUTION
The cooktop is equipped with a cooling fan on its under­side. Materials may be sucked into the fan and compro­mise the cooling of the appliance or damage the fan.
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If the cooktop is installed above a drawer, the drawer must not contain any objects or paper.
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There must be a minimum distance of ¾" (20mm) be­tween the content of the drawer and the fan input.
WARNING
Malfunctions can cause injuries.
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Do not operate this appliance if it is not working prop­erly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized service provider.

1.9 State of California Proposition 65 Warnings

This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear the following label as required by California:

1.8 Proper installation and maintenance

WARNING
In the event of a malfunction, it might become necessary to turn off the power supply.
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Have the installer show you the circuit breaker or fuse.
Mark it for easy reference. To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the ap­pliance, turn power off at the service panel and lock the panel to prevent the power from being switched on acci­dentally. Proper Installation - Improper installation or grounding can cause electric shock.
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This appliance must be properly installed and grounded
by a qualified technician.
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Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
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Refer to installation instructions for details. User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this man­ual.
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All other servicing should be referred to an authorized
service provider.
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Preventing material damage

2 Preventing material damage

Preventing material damage
NOTICE:
Cookware with rough bottoms scratch the glass ceramic surface.
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Check the bottom of the cookware before setting it
down. Salt, sugar or grains of sand scratch the glass ceramic surface.
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Never use the cooktop as a working surface or for set-
ting things down. Overheating can damage the cookware.
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Do not heat empty pots or pans. Hot cookware can cause the electronics to overheat.
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Never set down hot pans and pots on the control panel
or the cooktop frame. When hard or sharp objects fall on the cooktop, they can cause damage.
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Do not let hard or pointed objects fall on the cooktop. Aluminum foil and plastic melt on hot cooking zones.
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Do not let aluminum foil or plastic come into contact
with hot cooking zones.
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Do not use cooktop protective film. Unsuitable cleaning agents can cause shimmering metallic discolorations on the glass ceramic surface.
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Refer to the cleaning recommendations in this manual.
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2.1 Overview of the most common types
of damage
Here you can find an overview of the most common types of damage and suggestions how to avoid them.
Stains
Cause Remedy
Boiled-over food Remove boiled-over food imme-
diately with a glass scraper.
Unsuitable cleaning agents
Scratches
Cause Remedy
Salt, sugar and sand Do not use the cooktop as a work
Cookware with rough bases
Discolorations
Cause Remedy
Unsuitable cleaning agents
Pot abrasion (e.g. aluminum)
Blisters
Cause Remedy
Sugar, food with a high sugar content
Use cleaning agents that are suit­able for glass ceramic cooktops.
surface or storage space. Check the cookware.
Use cleaning agents that are suit­able for glass ceramic cooktops.
Lift pots and pans when moving them.
Remove boiled-over food imme­diately with a glass scraper.

Environmental protection and energy-saving

3 Environmental protection and en-
ergy-saving
Environmental protection and energy-saving

3.1 Disposal of packaging

The packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be recycled.
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Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separately.

3.2 Saving energy

If you follow these tips, your appliance consumes less en­ergy.
Select a cookware diameter that matches the cooking zone. Center the cookware on the cooking zone.
Tip:Cookware manufacturers usually state the top diame­ter of the cookware. The diameter of the cookware base is usually smaller.
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The energy is targeted at the cookware. If you use cookware that is too small, energy is wasted. If the cookware is too large, much energy is used to heat up the cookware.
Close cookware with a fitting lid.
a
Cooking without a lid consumes more energy.
Only lift the lid when necessary.
a
If you lift the lid, a lot of energy can escape.
Use a glass lid.
a
If you use a glass lid, you can look inside the cookware without lifting the lid.
Use cookware with a solid flat bottom.
a
Curved cookware bases increase energy consumption.
Use a cookware size that matches the amount of food you want to cook.
a
Cookware with little content consumes a lot of energy.
Cook with a small amount of water.
a
More water requires more energy to heat it up.
Select a lower power level as soon as possible. Select a suitable power level to continue cooking.
a
For ongoing cooking a lower power level is sufficient.
Induction cooking

4 Induction cooking

Induction cooking

4.1 Advantages of induction cooking

Induction cooking is fundamentally different from tradi­tional cooking methods, since the heat builds up directly in the cookware. This offers numerous advantages:
¡ Saves time when boiling and frying. ¡ Saves energy. ¡ Easier to care for and clean. Spilled food does not burn
on as quickly.
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¡ Controlling the heat supply and safety; the cooktop in-
creases or decreases the heat supply as soon as the
user changes the setting. The induction cooking zone
stops the heat supply when you remove the cookware
from the cooking zone without you having to switch it off
first.

4.2 Cookware

Only ferromagnetic cookware is suitable for induction cooking. For example:
¡ Enameled steel cookware ¡ Cast iron cookware ¡ Special stainless steel cookware that is suitable for in-
duction cooking You can find additional information on which items of
cookware are suitable for the induction cooking under In order to achieve a good cooking result, ensure that the ferromagnetic area of the cookware base corresponds to the size of the cooking zone. If the cookware is not de­tected on a cooking zone, place it on a cooking zone with a smaller diameter.
If you use the FlexZone as a single cooking zone, you can use larger cookware that is particularly suited to this zone. You can find additional information about the positioning of the appliances under .
Unsuitable cookware
Never use flow plates or cookware made of the following:
¡ Thin-walled normal steel ¡ Glass ¡ Clay ¡ Copper ¡ Aluminum
Composition of the cookware base
The material(s) from which the base of the cookware is made may affect the cooking result. Cookware made of materials that distribute heat evenly in the pot, such as saucepans with a stainless steel sandwich base, save time and energy. You should preferably use cookware with a flat base be­cause uneven cookware bases impair the heat supply.
No cookware/cookware of an unsuitable size
If you do not place cookware on the selected cooking zone or the cookware is made of an unsuitable material or is not the right size for the cooking zone, the display for the cooking zone flashes. To make the display go out, place a suitable item of cookware on the cooking zone. If you do not place a suitable item of cookware on the cooking zone within 90 seconds, it automatically switches off.
The base of many items of induction cookware is not fully ferromagnetic: If you use large cookware with a smaller ferromagnetic base, only the area that is ferromagnetic heats up. As a result, the heat is not distributed evenly. The temperature of the non ferromagnetic area may therefore be too low for cooking.
Cookware bases that contain aluminum reduce the ferro­magnetic area. This may reduce the output and the cook­ware will not be detected sufficiently or at all, and will therefore not be heated sufficiently.
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Empty cookware or cookware with a thin base
Do not heat empty cookware and do not use cookware with a thin base. The cooktop is equipped with an internal safety system. However, empty cookware may heat up so quickly that the "Automatic switch-off" function does not re­spond in good time and an excessive temperature is reached. As a result, the base of the cookware may melt and damage the glass plate. In this case, do not touch the cookware; switch off the cooking zone. If the cooking zone no longer works after cooling down, contact the technical after-sales service.
Cookware detection
Each cooking zone has a minimum limit for the cookware detection and this depends on the ferromagnetic diameter and the material of the base of the cookware. Therefore, use the cooking zone that best corresponds to the diame­ter of the pan base.
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Familiarizing yourself with your appliance

5 Familiarizing yourself with your ap-
pliance
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance

5.1 Control panel

Touch keys
Touch keys are touch sensitive areas. Touch a symbol to activate the corresponding function.
¡ When the cooktop is turned on, the touch keys for the
function that can currently be selected light up in white.
Once a function is selected the touch key lights up in or-
ange.
¡ When you press a touch key, the respective function is
activated. A confirmation signal sounds.
Touch key Function
Main switch Booster function for pots
Booster function for pans
Cooking sensor function
Frying sensor function
Flex flexible cooking zone
Short-term timer
Stopwatch
Keep warm function
HomeConnect™ confirmation key
Hood control function
Hood light control
Basic settings
Notes
¡ Keep the controls clean and dry. Moisture can impair
the function of the controls.
¡ Do not place cookware close to the displays and sen-
sors. The electronics may overheat.
Displays
The displays show active settings and functions. When you select a cooking zone, the settings for this cooking zone light up orange.
You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operat­ing status. The control panel image is representative. Your appliance may vary slightly.
Display Name
⁠. Cooktop ready
Cooking zone rear left
Cooking zone front left
Cooking zone rear right
Cooking zone front right
- Power levels / Residual heat indicator
Booster function for pots
Booster function for pans
Cooking sensor function active
Frying sensor active Short-term timer value
⁠ ⁠. Stopwatch value
Keep warm function active
⁠ Display cleaning protection active
Panel lock active Wi-Fi
, , , ,
Fan levels
, ,
Transfer function active

5.2 Residual heat indicator

The cooktop is equipped with a residual heat indicator for each cooking zone. The residual heat indicator lights up when a cooking zone is turned off. Do not touch the cook­ing zone when the residual heat indicator lights up.
Display Meaning
The cooking zone is hot. The cooking zone is warm.
If you remove the cookware from the cooking zone during cooking, the residual heat indicator and the selected power level flash alternately.
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5.3 Cooking zones

Here you can find an overview of the cooking zones avail­able on your cooktop. Place the cookware on the cooking
Only use cookware that is suitable for induction cooking.
→
"Induction cooking", Page9
zone that best matches its size. When a cooking zone is active, the corresponding displays light up.
Symbol Cooking zone Function
⁠/ Single cooking zone Use cookware that matches the size of the cooking zone.
Flexible cooking zone
Twistpad with twist knob

6 Twistpad with twist knob

Twistpad with twist knob
The twist pad is the area in which you can use the twist knob to select the cooking zones and power levels. The twist knob automatically centers itself in the twistpad area.

6.3 Storing the twist knob

The twist knob contains a strong magnet that can cause interference or damage.
NOTICE:
Metal particles stuck to the bottom of the magnetic twist

6.1 Using the twist knob

The twist knob is magnetic and is located on the twist pad.
1. Position the twist knob on the twist pad. It should be
centered between the displays around the twist pad area.
The twist knob will still work if it is not perfectly cen­tered.
2. To activate a cooking zone, tilt the twist knob towards
the desired cooking zone ⁠.
knob may scratch the surface of the cooktop.
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Always clean the twist knob thoroughly before you place it on the twist pad.
1. Keep the twist knob away from magnetic data carriers
such as credit cards and cards with magnetic strips. The magnet in the twist knob may damage these ob­jects beyond repair.
2. The magnet in the twist knob may cause faults on tele-
visions and screens.
3. Turn the twist knob to select a power level ⁠.

6.2 Removing the twist knob

You can remove the twist knob during cooking.
WARNING
If a metallic object is placed on the twist pad area, the cooktop may continue to heat up even though the twist knob has been removed.
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Always switch off the cooktop with the main switch.
Operation

7 Operation

Operation
Here you will find everything you need to know about op­erating your appliance.

7.1 Turning the cooktop on or off

Turn the cooktop on or off with the main switch.
Turning the cooktop on
1. Place the twist knob on the twist pad.
2. Press ⁠.
‒ When you first switch on the cooktop, lights up for
a few seconds. This means that you have not set up HomeConnect™, yet. This behavior will occur every time you turn on the cooktop, until you connect the cooktop to your home network, or if the connection has been interrupted.
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"HomeConnect™ ", Page32
‒ Press and follow the instructions for HomeCon-
nect™ setup.
‒ To exit the initial set-up, press any touch key.
a The indicator above turns on. a The symbols for the cooking zones and functions avail-
able at this time light up.
a ⁠. lights up in the cooking zone displays.
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Remove the twist knob from the twist pad.
a The wipe-protection function is activated for 10minutes. a If you do not replace the twist knob within this interval
the cooktop turns off.
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Turning the cooktop off
▶
Press and hold until all indicators go out.
a All cooking zones are turned off. a The residual heat indicators remain lit until the cooking
zones have cooled off sufficiently.
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a The selected settings are stored for 5seconds. If you
turn on the appliance back on during this period, the previously set heating settings flash. To apply these set­tings, tap on the twist knob within 5seconds. If you do not tap the twist knob or if you press a different touch key, all previous settings will be deleted.
Note:The cooktop turns off automatically when all the cooking zones have been turned off for more than 20sec­onds.

7.2 Cooking zone settings

In order to make settings on a cooking zone, the cooking zone has to be selected. Set the desired power level for each cooking zone in the settings area.
Setting Power level
lowest power level highest power level
Every power level has an intermediate setting. This is shown in the cooking zone display as . ⁠.
Note:The cooktop may temporarily reduce the power au­tomatically to protect the fragile parts of your appliance and to prevent the appliance from producing excess noise.
Setting the power level
Requirement:The cooktop is turned on.
1. Place the cookware on the cooking zone.
2. Select the cooking zone by tilting the control knob in the
direction of the cooking zone display  ⁠.
a The cooking zone indicator and ⁠. light up in the cook-
ing zone display.
a The cooking zone remains selected for 10seconds.
3. Turn the twist knob until the required heat setting is dis-
played ⁠.
¡ If there is cookware on the cooking zone before switch-
ing the cooktop on, it is detected within 20seconds after touching the main switch and the cooking zone is se­lected automatically. Set the power level within 10sec­onds. Otherwise, the cooking zone switches off after 20seconds.
¡ If there are several pieces of cookware on the cooktop
when it is switched on, only one piece of cookware is detected.
¡ Place cookware on the flexible cooking zone in the cor-
rect position according to size.
Changing the power level
▶
Tilt the twist knob to select the cooking zone and change the power level with the twist knob.
Turning the cooking zone off
▶
Tilt the twist knob to select the cooking zone and turn the twist knob until is displayed.
a The residual heat indicator lights up after approximately
10seconds.
Note:You can also switch off the cooking zone directly by tilting the twist knob for longer than 3seconds.

7.3 Recommended cooking settings

Here you can find recommendations on cooking and an overview of various dishes with suitable heat levels.
¡ Select heat level 8 or 9 for bringing to a boil or initial fry-
ing.
¡ Stir thick liquids occasionally. ¡ Food that needs to be seared quickly, or food which
loses a lot of liquid during initial frying, is best seared in several small portions.
¡ When you cook with a lid on, turn the heat setting down
as soon as steam escapes between lid and cookware.
¡ Keep the lid on the cookware after cooking until you
serve the food.
¡ When you cook with a pressure cooker, observe the
manufacturer's instructions.
¡ Do not cook food for too long or in too much water. Oth-
erwise the nutrients will be lost. You can use the kitchen timer to set the optimum cooking time.
¡ Do not heat oil or grease until it smokes. You will
achieve healthier cooking results.
¡ When you brown food, fry small portions one after the
other.
¡ Cookware may become very hot during cooking. We
recommend the use of pot holders.
¡ →
"Saving energy", Page9
Notes
¡ If there is no cookware on the cooking zone, the cook-
ing zone display blinks. This means that the cooking zone tries to detect the cookware. Place cookware on the cooking zone within 30seconds, or the cooking zone will switch itself off.
¡ If the indicators blink while cookware is present on the
cooking zone, check whether the cookware is suitable for induction cooking.
→
"Testing cookware suitability", Page41
Cooking charts
The cooking chart shows which power level is suitable for each type of food. The cooking time may vary depending on the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food.
CAUTION
Stews or liquids can heat up very quickly during cooking and may overflow or spatter, e.g. soups, sauces or drinks.
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Stir continuously.
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Heat the food at a suitable power level.
Melting
Type of food Power level
Chocolate 1.5
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Type of food Power level
Butter 1.0-2.0
Heating
Frozen vegetables, e.g. spinach 2.5-3.5 Broth 7.0-8.0 Thick soup 1.5-2.5
1
Milk
1
Cook without lid
Simmering
1.0-2.0
Delicate sauce, e.g. Béchamel sauce 4.0-5.0 Spaghetti sauce 2.0-3.0 Pot roast 4.0-5.0
1
Fish
1
Ongoing cooking without lid
Cooking
4.0-5.0
Rice, with double amount of water 2.0-3.0 Potatoes boiled in their skins, with
4.0-5.0
1-2cups of water Boiled potatoes, with 1-2cups of water 4.0-5.0 Fresh vegetables, with 1-2cups of wa-
2.0-3.5
ter Frozen vegetables, with 1-2cups of
3.5-4.5
water Pasta, with 2-4qt. water Pudding
2
1
6.0-7.0
1.0-2.0
Cereals 2.0-3.0
1
Ongoing cooking without lid
2
Cook without lid

7.4 Flex function

You can use the flexible cooking zone as one large cook­ing zone, or as two separate cooking zones. The flexible cooking zone has 4induction elements, which are controlled independently from each other. When you use the Flex function, only the area that is covered by cookware is activated.
Cookware recommendations for the flexible cooking zone
Place the cookware in the middle of the cooking zone. This assures optimal pot detection and heat distribution.
Flexible cooking zone as one large cooking zone
Possible cook­ware positions
Explanation
The cookware diameter is smaller than or equal to 5⅛" (13 cm). Place the cookware on one of the four positions shown in the illustration.
The cookware diameter is larger than 5⅛" (13 cm). Place the cookware on one of the three positions shown in the illustration.
The cookware takes up more than one of the positions shown above. Position the cookware starting on the upper or lower edge of the flexible cooking zone.
Frying
Pork chop Chicken breast
1
1
5.5-6.5
5.0-6.0 Bacon 6.0-7.0 Eggs 5.0-6.0 Fish 5.0-6.0 Pancakes 6.0-7.0
1
Turn the food several times.
Deep-fat frying
Fry in 1-2qt. oil without a lid.
Deep-frozen foods, e.g. chicken
8.0-9.0 nuggets (0.5lb per serving)
Other, e.g. doughnuts (0.5lb per serv-
4.5-5.5 ing)
Keep warm
Tomato sauce 1.5
Flexible cooking zone as two separate cooking zones
Possible cook-
Explanation
ware positions
The front and rear cooking zones each have two induction elements. They can be used independently of each other. Use only one item of cookware on each cooking zone. Select the required heat setting for each of the cooking zones.
Using the flexible zone as two separate cooking zones
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Make the settings for each cooking zone independently.
→
"Cooking zone settings", Page13
Note:The flexible cooking zone operates as two separate cooking zones as a default. If you want the Flex function to be activated automatically you can adjust the basic set­tings.
Activating the Flex function
1. Place the cookware on the flexible cooking zone.
2. Select one of the two cooking zones that belong to the
flexible cooking zone.
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3. Press ⁠.
a lights up in the cooking zone area.
4. Set the power level.
a The power level is displayed on both cooking zone dis-
plays.
Note:If both cooking zones are set to different power lev­els before being linked, both cooking zones switch to 0.
Changing the power level for the flexible cooking zone
1. Select one of the two cooking zones of the flexible
cooking zone and adjust the power level with the twist knob.
2. Change the power level using the twist knob.
Deactivating the Flex function
1. Select one of the two cooking zones that belong to the
flexible cooking zone.
2. Press ⁠.
a lights up in the cooking zone area. a The flexible cooking zone is split into two separate
cooking zones.
Note:If the cooking zone is switched off, and then switched back on again later, the flexible cooking zone is reset to function as two independent cooking zones.
Using the transfer function
Requirement:The new cooking zone is turned off.
1. Lift the cookware off the active cooking zone.
a The power level of the original cooking zone is blinking.
2. Set down the cookware on the new cooking zone.

7.5 Transfer function

You can use this function to transfer the settings from one cooking zone to another. To transfer the settings, move the cookware from the cooking zone you are using to another cooking zone. You can also use this function on the flexible cooking zone. For additional information on how to position the cookware, refer to the information on using the flexible cooking zone.
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"Flex function", Page14
General information for using this function:
¡ Ensure that the new cooking zone is turned off, does
not have any settings and there is no cookware on it.
¡ If you move several pieces of cookware, only the set-
tings for the cookware you moved last are transferred.
¡ If you set down an additional item of cookware on a dif-
ferent cooking zone before you have confirmed the set­tings, the transferred settings are available for either item of cookware. Confirm the required cooking zone.
¡ You can only transfer the booster functions from left to
right or vice versa if no other cooking zone is active.
¡ When you set down the cookware in its original position,
the settings are kept.
¡ If the flexible cooking zone is activated when moving an
item of cookware across the flexible cooking zone, the settings are applied automatically.
a The cookware is detected on the new cooking zone.
lights up.
a The transferred power level is blinking on the new cook-
ing zone display. lights up on the original cooking zone display.
3. Select the new cooking zone to confirm the settings.
a The power level of the original cooking zone is set to ⁠.
⁠.

7.6 Short-term timer

You can use the Short-term timer to set a time of up to 99minutes. The Short-term timer is independent from other settings and does not switch off a cooking zone.
Setting the Short-term timer
WARNING
Boilovers can cause smoke and some foods and oils may catch fire if left on high temperature settings.
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When using a timer, always supervise the cooktop.
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Do not allow anything to boil over or burn.
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