Gaggenau VI424610 Instruction manual
Gaggenau
Use and care manual
Notice d’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
VI 424 610
Induction cooktop
Table de cuisson à induction
Placa de inducción
Table of Contents
Use and care manual
Signal Words for Safety and Best Use 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
Fire Safety 4
Cooking Safety 4
Burn Prevention 5
Child Safety 5
Cleaning Safety 5
Cookware Safety 6
Proper Installation and Maintenance 6
Electromagnetic interference 7
Cooling fan 7
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings 7
Causes of damage 8
Environmental protection 8
Tips for saving energy 8
Cooking by induction 8
Advantages of induction cooking 8
Proper cookware 8
Safety lock 14
Overheating protection 14
Cleaning and Maintenance 15
Daily Cleaning 15
Cleaning guidelines 15
Cleaning charts 15
Maintenance 16
Troubleshooting 17
Normal operating noises of the cooktop 18
Customer service 18
Your new appliance 10
The induction cooktop 10
The control panel 10
Touch keys 10
Control knobs 10
Residual heat display 11
Cooking zones 11
Special accessories 11
Setting the cooktop 11
Setting heat level 11
Turning off appliance 11
Settings table 12
Booster function 13
Timer 13
Setting duration 13
After countdown of set time 14
Correcting duration 14
Canceling countdown 14
Additional information on products, accessories,
replacement parts and services can be found at
www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop
www.gaggenau-eshop.com
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Signal Words for Safety and Best Use
9 WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may
occur as a result of non-observance of this
warning.
9 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.
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WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has
been designed to be safe and reliable. Read all
instructions carefully before use. These precautions
will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and
injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances,
basic safety precautions must be followed, including
those in the following pages.
Examine the appliance after unpacking it. In the event
of transport damage, do not plug it in.
Fire Safety
Do not allow pans to boil dry. Do not allow aluminum
foil, plastic, paper or cloth to come in contact with a
hot surface element, burner or grate. Improper
installation of these protective liners may result in a
risk of electric shock, or fire.
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
elements. They could catch on fire.
Always have a working smoke detector near the
kitchen.
Never leave the cooktop unattended when in use.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may
ignite.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available,
nearby, highly visible and easily accessible near the
appliance.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires
with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
THE EVENT OF A GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid,
cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the
burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If
the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE
AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be
burned.
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths
or towels – a violent steam explosion will result.
d) 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 started.
‒ The fire department is being called.
‒ You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation
system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach
through fire to turn it off.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A GREASE FIRE:
a) Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low
or medium settings.
b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat
or when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should
not be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,
drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
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Cooking Safety
WARNING
Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. NEVER use this appliance
as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so
may result in overheating the appliance. Never use the
appliance for storage.
WARNING
Risk of burns
Only close the appliance cover once the appliance
has cooled down. Never turn on the appliance with the
appliance cover closed. Don't set down food on
appliance cover or use it for keeping food warm.
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Burn Prevention
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, potholders, or other
flammable materials contact surface units or areas
near units until they have had sufficient time to cool.
Among these areas are the cooktop and areas facing
the cooktop.
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Buildup of pressure may cause the container to burst and
cause injury.
Always use 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.
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when flambeing food (i.e. Crêpes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe).
Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when
necessary. To avoid bubbling and splattering, heat oil
slowly on no more than a low-medium setting. Hot oil
is capable of causing extreme burns and injury.
Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat
fryer. Wait until it is cool.
Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning. Tie
long hair so that it does not hang loose, and do not
wear loose fitting clothing or hanging garments, such
as ties, scarves, jewelry, or dangling sleeves.
WARNING
Risk of burns
After each use, turn off the cooking zone using the
control knob. Don't wait until the cooking zone
automatically shuts off because there are no cooking
vessels on it anymore.
Child Safety
When children become old enough to use the
appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents
or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in
safe practices by qualified persons.
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. 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. Children and pets
should not be left alone or unattended 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.
CAUTION
Items of interest to children should not be stored in an
appliance, in cabinets above an appliance or on the
backsplash. Children climbing on an appliance to
reach items could be seriously injured.
WARNING
Risk of burns
If the appliance cover (VD) is fitted: do not close the
appliance cover until the appliance has cooled down
completely. Do not operate the appliance with the
cover closed. Do not use the appliance cover for
placing objects or for keeping things warm.
WARNING
Risk of burns
Metallic objects become hot very quickly on the
cooktop. Never set down metallic objects, such as
knives, forks, spoons and lids on the cooktop.
Cleaning Safety
Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some
cleaners produce noxious fumes when applied to a
hot surface. Wet clothes and sponges can cause
burns from steam.
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
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Cookware Safety
Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning
food. This helps prevent spills and movement of the
pan.
Use Proper Pan Size.
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. Select cookware
having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface
heating unit. This appliance is equipped with one or
more surface units of different size. Proper
relationship of cookware to heating element or burner
will also improve efficiency.
Cookware not approved for use with ceramic cooktops
may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only
pans that are appropriate for ceramic cooktops.
Always position handles of utensils inward so they do
not extend over adjacent work areas, burners, or the
edge of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires,
spills and burns.
WARNING
RISK of injury
When cooking with a bain-marie, the cooktop and
cooking vessel may crack due to overheating. The
cooking vessel in the bain-marie must not come in
direct contact with the bottom of the pot filled with
water. Use only heat-resistant cookware.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
This appliance must be properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician. Connect only to
properly grounded outlet. Refer to Installation
Instructions for details.
This appliance is intended for normal family
household use only. It is not approved for outdoor
use. See the Warranty. If you have any questions,
contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
flammables or nonfood products in or near this
appliance. It is specifically designed for use when
heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.
Make sure reflector pans or drip bowls are in place Absence of these bowls or pans during cooking may
subject wiring or components underneath to damage.
WARNING
Failure to operate knobs properly may result in
personal injury and damage to the appliance.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an
authorized servicer.
WARNING
Danger of injury
Cookware may jump upward due to fluid trapped
between the cookware bottom and cooking zone.
Always keep cooking zone and cookware bottom dry.
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Do not cook on a broken cooktop. Cleaning solutions
and spillovers may create a risk of electric shock.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual. Refer
all servicing to a factory authorized service center.
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the
appliance, switch power off at the service panel and
lock the panel to prevent the power from being
switched on accidentally.
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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 correctthe
interference by:
‒ Relocating the receiving antenna of the radio or
television.
‒ Increasing the distance between the cooktop and
the receiver.
‒ Connecting the receiver into an outlet different
than the receiver.
It is the user’s responsibility to correct any
interference.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
CAUTION
Persons with a pacemaker or similar medical device
should exercise caution when standing near an
induction cooktop while it is in use. Consult your
doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker or
similar medical device for additional information about
its effects with electromagnetic fields from an
induction cooktop.
Cooling fan
The cooktop is equipped with a cooling fan on its
underside. Should the cooktop lie above a drawer,
there must be no objects or paper in it. They may be
sucked in and compromise the cooling of the
appliance or damage the fan.
There must be a minimum distance of ¾" (20mm)
between the content of the drawer and the fan input.
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Causes of damage
Cooking by induction
▯ Scratches on glass ceramic surface: Cookware
with rough bottoms will scratch the glass ceramic
surface.
▯ Salt, sugar and sand: Salt, sugar or grains of sand
will scratch the glass ceramic surface. Never use
the cooktop as a working surface or for setting
things down.
▯ Overheated cookware: Avoid heating pots or pans
that are empty.
▯ Hot cookware: Never set down hot pans and pots
on the control panel or frame. This may cause
damage.
▯ Hard and sharp objects: Hard or sharp objects
falling on the cooktop may damage it.
▯ Boiled-over food: Sugar and products containing
sugar may damage the cooktop. Immediately
eliminate spills of these products with a glass
scraper.
▯ Foils and plastics: Aluminum foil and plastic will
melt on the hot cooking zones. Stove protective
film isn't suitable for your cooktop.
▯ Unsuitable cleaning agent: Shimmering metallic
discolorations on the glass ceramic surface result
from the use of inappropriate cleaning agents and
abrasion from cookware.
Advantages of induction cooking
Induction cooking represents a radical change from
the traditional method of heating; the heat is
generated directly in the pan. It therefore offers a
number of advantages:
▯ Greater speed in cooking and frying; as the pan is
heated directly.
▯ Energy is saved.
▯ Greater convenience in care and cleaning. Foods
that have spilled on the cooktop surface do not
burn as quickly.
▯ Heat and safety control; the cooktop supplies or
cuts off power immediately when the controls are
set. The induction cooktop stops supplying heat if
the pan is removed without turning off the power
first.
Proper cookware
Ferromagnetic pans
Only ferromagnetic pans are suitable for induction
cooking, these can be made from:
▯ enamelled steel
▯ cast iron
Environmental protection
Tips for saving energy
▯ Use pots and pans with flat bottoms. Uneven
bottoms increase energy consumption.
▯ For small amounts, use a small pot. A large pot
that isn't very full requires a lot of energy.
▯ Always cover pots with a lid that fits. When
cooking without a lid, you need four times more
energy.
▯ Cook with little water. This saves energy. The
vitamins and minerals in vegetables are
preserved.
▯ Switch promptly back to a lower setting for
cooking.
▯ special stainless steel utensils for induction
cooking
Check that the bases of your pans are attracted by a
magnet to find out if they are suitable.
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Other suitable cookware for induction
There are other types of cookware with a base not
entirely ferromagnetic that are made for induction
cooking use.
When using large cookware
on a smaller ferromagnetic
element, only the ferromagnetic element heats up, so
heat might not be uniformly
distributed.
Cookware with aluminum on
the base reduce the ferromagnetic zone, so less heat
may be supplied or problems
with detection might occur.
For good cooking results, the
diameter of the cookware's
ferromagnetic area should
match the size of the element.
If cookware is not detected
on an element, try it on the
next smaller element.
Pan detection
Each element has a minimum limit for detecting pans,
which varies depending on the material of the pan you
are using. You should therefore use the element that
best matches the diameter of your pan.
Unsuitable pans
Never use pans made of:
▯ thin normal steel
▯ glass
▯ clay
▯ copper
▯ aluminum
No cooking vessel on the cooking position position or unsuitable size of cooking vessel
The cooking position indicator flashes for 90 seconds
if no cooking vessel is placed on the selected cooking
position, if the cooking vessel consists of an
unsuitable material or does not have the right size.
The cooking position switches off automatically if a
cooking vessel is not detected. The cooktop indicator
continues to light up continuously and the illuminated
ring behind the control knob flashes.
Empty pans or pans with a thin base
Do not heat up empty pans, or use pans with a thin
base. The cooktop is equipped with an internal safety
system. However, an empty pan may heat up so quickly
that the "automatic switch off" function may not have
time to react and the pan may reach very high
temperatures. The pan base could melt and damage
the cooktop glass. In this case, do not touch the pan
and switch the cooktop off. If the cooktop fails to work
after it has cooled down, please contact the technical
service.
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Your new appliance
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Here you will get to know your new appliance and
obtain information about accessories.
The induction cooktop
The control panel
Timer touch keys
Š Activate/confirm timer
@ Increase duration
A Decrease duration
Touch keys
When you touch a symbol, the respective function is
activated.
Notes
‒ The settings remain unchanged if you touch
several areas at the same time. This allows you to
wipe up spilled food in the settings area.
‒ If several touch keys are used at the same time, a
signal sounds. Eliminate any spilled food or
objects from the control panel.
Control knobs
Notifications
Ø Cooking zone display
Continuously lit up: Cooking zone is on and
emitting heat
Ž Booster function
‹‹ Timer and error display
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Blinking: No no cooking vessel detected.
Continuously lit up: Booster function active.
Blinking: Booster function unavailable.
You can choose between 12 heat levels and the
booster function.
1lowest heat level
12 highest heat level
Ž Booster function
The control knobs have a light ring with various
display options:
Light ring is lit up
continuously
Light ring blinks
slowly
Light ring blinks rapidly
The cooking zone is on and emitting
heat.
Residual heat display active.
There is a malfunction. Check the
error display on the control panel.
Residual heat display
The residual heat display indicates that a cooking
zone is still hot.
Don't touch the cooking zone as long as the light ring
around the control knob is still blinking, even if the
cooking zone is already turned off.
Setting the cooktop
In this chapter you will learn how to adjust the cooking
zones. In the setting chart you will find heat levels and
cooking times for various dishes.
Cooking zones
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Only use cookware suitable for induction cooking; see section "Cooking with induction - cookware"
Simple cooking zone
Always use cookware of appropriate size
Special accessories
You can order the following accessories from your
specialist retailer:
VA 440 010 Stainless steel appliance cover
VA 420 000 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for flush installation
VA 420 001 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for flush installation with appliance
cover/compensation strip
Setting heat level
1 Push in control knob and turn to the desired heat
level (1-12 and booster function). The
corresponding cooktop display on the cooking
zone blinks.
2 Place appropriate cookware on top within 90
seconds.
If no pot is detected, the cooking zone is
automatically turned off again. To reactivate the
cooking zone, turn the control knob to 0 and reset
the heat level.
3 When the cooking zone is heating up, the
cooktop display and the light ring behind the
control knob are lit up continuously.
VA 420 010 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for surface-mounted installation
VA 420 011 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for surface-mounted installation with
appliance cover/compensation strip
VA 450 400 Appliance extension 15” (38 cm)
Use the accessories only as indicated. The
manufacturer assumes no liability for incorrect usage
of the accessories.
Turning off appliance
To turn off the cooktop, turn all control knobs to the 0
position
The residual heat display in the control knob ring of a
cooking zone that's too hot blinks slowly until the
cooking zone has cooled down.
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Settings table
The following table provides some examples. Cooking
times may vary depending on the type of food, its
weight and quality. Deviations are therefore possible.
Cooking power Type of cooking Examples
12 Pre-heating Water
Frying Meat
Heating Oils, Liquids
Boiling Soups, Sauces
12-11 Blanching Vegetables
10-7 Roasting Meat, Potatoes
8-6 Roasting Fish
8-7 Frying Dishes made from flour, Dishes made from eggs
Cooking uncovered Liquids
7-6 Browning Flour, Onions
Toasting Almonds, Breadcrumbs
Frying Bacon
Reducing Stock, Sauces
6-5 Slow cooking, uncovered Potato balls, Vegetable soup, Meat soup, Poached eggs
5-4 Slow cooking, uncovered Sausages heated in water
6-5 Steaming Vegetables, Potatoes, Fish
Light frying Vegetables, Fruit, Fish
Roasting Meat roll, Roast, Vegetables
4-3 Roasting Goulash
5-4 Cooking covered Soups, Sauces
4-3 Defrosting Deep-frozen products
4-3 Absorbing water Rice, Dried beans
Setting Dishes made from eggs
2-1 Heating/Keeping warm Soups, Stew, Vegetables in a sauce
Melting Butter, Chocolate
Note: During cooking, stews or liquid meals such as soups, sauces or drinks can heat up too quickly unnoticed and overflow or spatter. For this reason we recommend that you stir continuously, gradually heating the food at a suitable power level.
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Booster function
Timer
This function will heat large amounts of water faster
than at heat level
increases the maximum output of the selected cooking
zone.
Both cooking zones are equipped with the booster
function. The booster function can be activated when
the second cooking zone is active.
Turning on : Push in the control knob of the desired
cooking zone and turn it to position Ž. The Ž symbol
appears on the cooking zone display of the desired
cooking zone. An acoustic signal indicates that the
booster function has been activated.
12. The boost function temporarily
Use the built-in timer like a kitchen timer. You can set
the duration for up to 90 minutes.
Note: The timer doesn't serve to automatically turn off the cooking zone.
Setting duration
The timer is controlled using the touch keys on the
cooktop. Each tap of a touch key is confirmed by an
acoustic signal.
The timer is ready for use once at least one cooking
zone is active.
1 To activate the Š touch key, turn on at least one
cooking zone.
2 Tap the Š touch key. Notification ‹‹, and touch
keys A and @ are activated.
Turning of f: Turn control knob to any other heat
level. The Ž symbol goes out on the cooking zone
display.
If the booster function is unavailable, it can't be
selected. The Ž symbol on the cooking zone display
blinks for 2 seconds and then disappears.
Note: Under certain circumstances, the booster function turns off automatically to protect the cooktop's electronic components from overheating.
The booster function doesn't turn on automatically
when it becomes available again. To turn it on
manually, first set the control knob to any other heat
level and then select the booster function again
3 Set the desired duration by briefly touching the
sensor keys A or @.
Tip:
Touch and hold the touch keys A or @ to increase
or decrease the set duration more rapidly.
Note: If after 15 seconds nothing is inputted, the timer will automatically turn off.
4 To confirm and start the timer, touch the Š touch
key. If confirmation is not received within 15
seconds, the countdown starts automatically.
A signal sounds and the duration begins to count
down on the display.
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The timer continues to run even after turning off the
cooking zone until the set time has expired.
Safety lock
After countdown of set time
An acoustic signal indicates that the countdown of the
set duration is complete. The display blinks slowly.
Tap the Š touch key. The display goes out and the
acoustic signal ceases.
The acoustic signal ceases automatically after three
minutes. The ‹‹ and Š notification continue to blink
until the Š touch key is touched or a control knob is
operated.
Correcting duration
1 Tap the Š touch key and re-adjust the duration. 2 Tap the Š touch key again to start the countdown
with the modified time.
Canceling countdown
Tap Š touch key, change duration to ‹‹ and confirm.
Tip:
For your protection, the appliance has a safety shut-off
feature. Depending on the set power level, heating is
switched off after a certain time if nothing is operated
during this time.
Power level Switching off after
1 to 6 4 hours
7 3 hours
8 and 9 2 hours
10 to 12 and booster
function
An audible signal indicates when the duration has
elapsed. The cooktop indicator continues to light up
continuously. The illuminated ring behind the activated
control knob flashes fast.
Turn the control knob to 0. You can then operate the
appliance in the way to which you are accustomed.
1 hour
Overheating protection
If you touch and hold the Š touch key, the remaining
time is deleted and
‹‹ is displayed.
In the event of overheating, the appliance
automatically regulates the output of the cooktop to
protect the electronic components.
Slight overheating: The appliance reduces the heat
level. Once the cooking zone has cooled down
sufficiently, the selected heat level is automatically
reactivated. A acoustic signal indicates that all heat
levels are available again.
Severe overheating: The cooking zone is turned off
automatically. An acoustic signal sounds. Error
message •or ”… appears on the timer display. The
light ring behind one or several control knobs blinks
rapidly.
▯ Remove the cookware from the cooking zone.
▯ If the error message goes out and a signal
sounds, the cooking zone has cooled down
sufficiently.
▯ Set control knob to 0. Then set the desired heat
level as usual.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
Daily Cleaning
Note: Recommended cleaners indicate a type of
cleaner and do not constitute an endorsement of a
specific brand.
Glass ceramic cooktop
9 CAUTION
Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass
while the surface is hot, use only the razor
blade scraper. The resulting fumes can be
hazardous to your health. Heating the cleaner
can chemically attack and damage the surface.
Avoid these cleaners
▯ Glass cleaners which contain ammonia or
chlorine bleach. These ingredients may damage
or permanently stain the cooktop.
▯ Caustic cleaners - cleaners such as Easy Off®
may stain the cooktop surface.
▯ Abrasive cleaners.
▯ Metal scouring pads and scrub sponges such as
Scotch Brite® can scratch and/or leave metal
marks.
▯ Soap-filled scouring pads such as SOS® can
scratch the surface.
▯ Powdery cleaners containing chlorine bleach can
permanently stain the cooktop.
▯ Flammable cleaners such as lighter fluid or WD-
40.
Clean the surface when it is completely cool with the
following exception: remove dry sugar, sugar syrup,
tomato products and milk immediately with the razor
blade scraper (see special care chart).
Wipe off spatters with a clean, damp sponge or a
paper towel. Rinse and dry. Use white vinegar if
smudge remains; rinse.
Apply a small amount of the glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner. When dry, buff surface with a clean paper
towel or cloth.
Stainless steel side trim
Use a cleaning pad for this piece. For moderate or
heavy soil, use a powder cleaner such as BonAmi® or
SoftScrub® (without bleach).
Wipe using a damp sponge or cloth, rinse and dry.
Control knob
Wipe with warm soapy cloth, rinse and dry.
Cleaning guidelines
When using a cleaner, use only a small amount; apply
to a clean paper towel or cloth. Wipe on the surface
and buff with a clean dry towel.
Cleaning charts
Type of Soil Possible Solution
Dry sugar, sugar syrup,
milk or tomato spills.
Melted plastic film or foil.
All these items REQUIRE
IMMEDIATE REMOVAL. Failure to remove these immediatly can permanently
damage the surface.
Remove these types of spills
while the surface is hot using
the razor blade scraper. Use a
new, sharp razor in the
scraper. Remove pan and turn
off the element. Wearing an
oven mitt, hold scraper at 30°
angle, using care not to gouge
or scratch the glass. Push soil
off the heated area. After the
surface has cooled, remove
the residue and apply the
glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner.
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Risk of injury
The blade is extremely
sharp. Risk of cuts. Protect the blade when not
in use. Replace the
blade immediately
when any imperfections
are found. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
For best results, use cleaners such as glass ceramic
cooktop cleaner, BonAmi®, Soft Scrub® (without
bleach), and white vinegar.
Burned-on food soil, dark
streaks, and specks
Soften by laying a damp paper
towel or sponge on top of soil
for 30 minutes. Use a plastic
scrubber and glass ceramic
cooktop cleaner or use the
razor blade scraper. Rinse and
dry.
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Type of Soil Possible Solution
Greasy spatters Use a soapy sponge or cloth
to remove grease; rinse thoroughly and dry. Apply glass
ceramic cooktop cleaner.
Metal marks: Iridescent
stain
Hard water spots:
Hot cooking liquids
dripped on surface
Surface scratches:
Small scratches are common and do not affect
cooking. They become
smoother and less noticeable with daily use of the
glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner.
Pans with aluminum, copper
or stainless steel bases may
leave marks. Treat immediately
after surface has cooled with
glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner. If this does not
remove the marks, try a mild
abrasive (Bon Ami®, Soft
Scrub® without bleach) with a
damp paper towel. Rinse and
reapply glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner. Failure to remove
metal marks before the next
heating makes removal very
difficult.
Minerals in some water can be
transferred onto the surface
and cause stains. Use undiluted white vinegar, rinse and
dry. Recondition with glass
ceramic cooktop cleaner.
Remove boilovers and stains
before using the cooktop
again.
Apply glass ceramic cooktop
cleaner before using to
remove sand-like grains and
grit such as salt and seasoning. Scratches can be
reduced by using pans with
bases that are smooth, clean,
and dry before use. Use recommended glass ceramic
cooktop cleaner daily.
NOTICE: Avoid contact with surface by jewelry, wrist watches and metallic utenstis. These can scratch the surface. Do not stack kitchen utensils or dishware on the appliance.
Maintenance
This appliance requires no maintenance other than
daily cleaning. For best results, apply cooktop
cleaning cream daily.
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Troubleshooting
When a malfunction occurs, it is often caused by
something small. Please take into account the
following notes and tips before calling customer
service.
In some cases an error message appears on the
display of the timer. Also specify the error code, if
applicable, in the customer service case. The
following table lists possible causes and potential
solutions.
Repairs
9 CAUTION
Repairs should only be done by a trained
servicer.
Improper repair of your appliance may result in
risk of severe physical injury or death.
Malfunction Solution
The cooktop is not working. Check the circuit breaker or fuse for the circuit the appliance is connected to. Check if
the lights are working in any of the rooms to check for a power outage.
The appliance is connected incorrectly. Make sure that the connecting cable is correctly
fitted to the control console.
The cooking zone display blinks
and turns off.
The cooking zone has turned off.
Light ring around the control knob
is blinking rapidly.
The cooking zone has turned off. After a power failure, the appliance remains off for over 25 seconds for safety reasons.
The ring behind the control knob is
blinking.
Ҥ and numbers/
š and numbers/
¡ and numbers
”‹/”Š The device has an internal malfunction.
”… The control panel is too hot and the cooking zone has turned off.
—‚ The supply voltage is wrong. Contact your power company.
—ƒ/—„ The cooktop is too hot and the cooking zone has turned off.
The pan detection detects no cookware. Check whether the cookware is magnetic (use
magnet).
Check whether the cookware has a sufficiently large diameter.
The cooking zone control knob hasn't been moved for a long time. The safety lock has
been activated. Turn control knob to 0. Turn cooking zone back on as usual.
The appliance is too hot. Read error message on the control panel.
Turn control knob to 0. Turn cooking zone back on as usual.
The appliance is too hot and a cooking zone has turned off.
Remove the pot from the cooking zone. Turn the control knob to 0 and let the appliance
cool down. If the ring is still blinking after turning it on again, turn off cooking zone and
allow it to continue to cool.
The electronic system is malfunctioning.
Disconnect power by turning off the circuit breaker or disconnecting the fuse for the cir-
cuit the appliance is connected to. Wait a few seconds and then turn the appliance back
on. If the notification appears again, disconnect appliance from power by turning off the
circuit breaker or disconnecting the fuse for the circuit the appliance is connected to.
Call customer service.
Disconnect appliance from power via house fuse or the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
Wait a few seconds and then turn the appliance back on. If the notification appears
again, disconnect appliance from power via house fuse. Call customer service.
Remove the pot from the cooking zone. Turn all control knobs to 0. ”… goes out once
the appliance has cooled down sufficiently. Then set a new heat level if desired. If the
malfunction persists, call customer service.
Remove the pot from the cooking zone. Turn all control knobs to 0. The error message
goes out once the cooktop has cooled down sufficiently. Then set a new heat level if
desired. If the malfunction persists, call customer service.
* Don't place hot cookware on the touch keys of the timer.
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