Kuppersbusch kc_906, EKE 854.1, EKE 804.2, KC 906.2 User Manual

User’s guide

EKE 854.1/804.2/604.2
KC 906.2

072442 I31

223817 I31

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Warranty

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and succeeding owners for
products purchased for ordinary home use. It does not cover its use in a
commercial situation. Should the appliance be sold by the original purchaser
during the warranty period, the new owner will continue to be protected until
the expiration date of the original purchaser’s warranty period. Save your dated
receipt or other evidence of the installation/occupancy date. Proof of original
purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. The warranty
applies even if the owner should move during the warranty period.

KÜPPERSBUSCH does not assume any responsibility for consequential or
incidental damages. This warranty provides you with certain legal rights. You
may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

What Is Covered

For one full year from the date of the original purchase, we will provide parts,
service and labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the cook top
that fails because of a defect in materials or workmanship. This service is
provided free of charge. All warranty service will be provided by our authorized
Customer Care professionals during normal business hours.

What Isn’t Covered

1. Service by an unauthorized agency will not be reimbursed. Likewise, the
warranty doesn't cover any damage or repairs due to service performed by
an unauthorized agency, or by the use of unauthorized parts.

2. Service visits to teach you how to use the appliance.

3. Service visits to correct the installation. You are responsible for providing
electrical wiring and other connecting facilities.

4. Reset circuit breakers or replace home fuses.

5. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, improper installation,
abuse or installation not in accordance with local electrical codes, or
improper storage of the appliance.

6. Repairs due to other than normal household use.

Disposing of the packaging and
the old appliance

Be sure to dispose of the transport packaging properly. Disposal should not
have a negative impact on the environment. Recycling the packaging saves
raw materials and reduces the amount of waste.

Be sure to dispose of your old appliance properly, as well. Even if it can no
longer be used, it still contains useful materials. Before discarding an old
appliance, disconnect the power cord to prevent it from becoming a hazard.

For your information...

Carefully read the information in this manual before you use your appliance.
You'll find important information about safety and how to use, maintain and
service your appliance so that it enjoys a long service life.

If you experience any problems, first be sure to read the chapter titled “What
to do if trouble occurs...”. Usually it's easy to solve minor problems yourself
and avoid unnecessary service costs.

Please keep this manual in a safe place and pass it on to new owners for their
information and safety.

The following symbols are used in this operating manual:

[

The warning triangle will alert you about possible health risks or things
that can cause potential damage to your appliance.

F

You'll find useful hints and information when you see this symbol.

Content

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Disposing of the packaging and the old appliance . . . . . . 3

For your information.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Before using the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Your appliance at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Using the cook top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Sensor sensivity reset
Switch on a cooking zone (Stand-by-mode)
The cooking setting
Switching off a cooking zone:
Switching off the cooking surface
Using the automatic boost function
Frying or dual-circuit cooking zone
Cooking zone heating indicator
Child proof lock (sensor-lock)
Time limit function (holiday function)
What happens if...

Selecting pots and pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Please note the information for the cleaning scraper
Cleaning the cooking surface
Remove caking
Care of the cooking surface

What to do if trouble occurs... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

After Sales Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

For technical information and/or

replacement parts, please contact the

Küppersbusch Customer Care line

at

1-800-459-0844

For the most efficient assistance,

please have the Model and Serial

numbers for the appliance available.

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Safety instructions

■ The cooktop must be built into a countertop opening! Do not use the

appliance if it has not been installed!

■ Be sure the appliance is properly installed and grounded by a

qualified technician.

■ The appliance may only be installed and connected to the power

supply, maintained, and repaired by a qualified electrician in
accordance with safety regulations. Do not repair or replace any part
of the appliance unless specifically recommended in this manual.
Work performed incorrectly puts your safety at risk.

■ This appliance is for residential use only. Use for any other purpose

is at the owner’s risk and could be dangerous. The manufacturer

can’t be held responsible for damage caused by improper use of this
appliance.

■ Danger of burning! The cook top becomes hot

during operation. CAUTION! Keep children away
from this appliance.

■ CAUTION! Items of interest to children should not be stored in cab-

inets above a cooktop. A child can be seriously injured by climbing
on a cooktop to reach them.

■ Do not leave children alone - children should not be left alone or un-

attended in area where appliance is in use. They should never be
allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

■ Do not touch the cooking surface or areas near it. The cooking

surface may be hot even though it’s dark in color. Areas near it may
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not
touch the surface, or let clothing or other flammable materials come
in contact with it until it had time to cool.

■ Use proper pan size - This appliance is equipped with some surface

units of different size. Select untensils habing flat bottoms large
enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to
derekt contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper
relationship of utensil to burner wil also improve efficiency. See also
„Selecting pots and pans“ on page 8.

■ Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units.

Do not place combustible or inflammable objects upon the cooking
top which might be dangerous in case of unintentional switching on.

■ Protective liners – Do not use aluminium foil to line surface unit drip

bowls. Improper installation may result in a risk of fire.

■ The glass ceramic surface is very durable and can easily withstand

light to medium impacts and loads distributed over large areas. Be
sure to avoid concentrated loads (i.e. spice bottles) from falling on
the surface to avoid cracking or breaking the cooking surface.

■ CAUTION! If the cooking surface becomes cracked or fractured, quit

using the appliance immediately. Disconnect the power and call
Customer Service. Cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate
the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.

■ Never flambé under the cooker hood - the fat in the filter can

ignite!

■ CAUTION! Overheated greases and oils may ignite themselves.

Prepare meals with greases and oils very carefully and control the
heat. Should fats or oils ignite, do not use water to extinguish them!
Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

■ The connecting cable must not come in contact with the hot cooking

surface.

■ Don’t switch the cooking surface on unless you’re using it for cooking.

Never use a cooking zone without a pot or pan set on it. Never use the
appliance to heat a room!

■ Never leave the cooking surface unattended at high heat settings.

Boilover can cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

■ Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should not

come in contact with the cooking surface. Dish cloths, potholders
and aprons should not be stored near the surface units.

■ To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and

spillage due to unintentional contact with the untensil, the handle of
an utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does
not extend over adjacent surface units.

■ Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces

may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch a hot
surface. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

■ CAUTION! Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware,

or other glazed utensils are suitable for range-top service without breaking
due to the sudden change in temperature. Follow the manufacturer’s in­structions!

■ Do not place non-food items on the cooking surface when it's hot.

■ Be careful when working with attachments! The connecting cord

must not come in contact with the hot cooking surface.

■ Do not put plastic on the cooking surface. Things that can melt

(i.e. plastics, foils or sugar), must be kept away from the cooking
surface. Be sure to immediately remove or lift off any melted
item from the hot cooking surface. Use the supplied cleaning
scraper in order to avoid damage to the cooking surface.

■ Clean and remove any burned-on materials. Don’t heat these

materials repeatedly.

■ 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.

■ Lime deposits are harmful to the cooking surface.

■ Please follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions carefully!

Before using the first time

– Before using the appliance the first time, be sure to clean the cooking sur-

face with a mixture of water and mild detergent on a clean cloth. Then wipe
the surface dry with a non-fluffy cloth.

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Your appliance at a glance Using the cook top

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Read the safety instructions!

Sensor sensivity reset

Important:
There must be no objects on the sensors while the sensor sensitivity is
being set.

F

After initial connection and after a power failure the abbreviations

“

'%0

” appears briefly in the LED displays. Then rotating circles are dis­played. This means that the sensors are being checked in a self-test and
at the same time the button sensitivity reset.

– Acknowledge this display by touching the Off-sensor.

Be sure that no objects are lying on the sensors! These symbols are
switched off immediately.

– Otherwise remove objects and disconnect the cooking zone again briefly

from the main power source.

Switch on a cooking zone (Stand-by-mode)

F

If you start to use a cooking zone, the cook top must be first set into the
stand-by mode before you can activate the cooking zone.

F

When you turn the cooking surface on, you will hear a short buzzing noise
as it heats. This is design-specific and does not affect the quality and
operation of the appliance.

– Press the sensor-button for

approx. 2 seconds.
The LED-display above the sen­sor lights up and the appliance
is in operation (stand-by mode).

The stand-by mode automatically switches itself off,
– if no cooking zone is activated within 20 seconds (after 10 seconds an

acustic signal indicates that the appliance switches itself off after another

10 seconds)
or
– if the appliance is not used 1 minute after starting operation.

The cooking setting

You have 9 cooking settings available.

Select the required cooking setting with the plus- or minus-sensor. It will be
indicated in the display.

Using the minus-sensor, you start with a boost. If you use the plus-sensor,
you start without a boost.

EKE 854.1

EKE 804.2

EKE 604.2

1 Dual circuit cooking zone
2 Sensor buttons for cooking settings
3 Off-sensor
4 Stand-by-Sensor
5 Child proof lock (sensor-lock)
6 Normal cooking zone
7 Normal cooking zones, usably as a frying zone
8 Frying zone

KC 906.2

Cooking setting Suitable for

1-3 Heating, warming, browning, defrosting
4-5 Steaming, poaching, boiling
6-8 Roasting, deep-frying

9 Heating large quantities

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When pressing the plus-sensor
the cooking zone starts at cooking
setting 5, without boost.

When pressing the minus-sen-
sor the cooking zone starts at
cooking setting 9.
This automatically starts the

automatic boost.

Switching off a cooking zone:

Press the plus- and minus-sensor at the same time.

The “0” position is visible for about 2 seconds after the appliance switches off.

Switching off the cooking surface

All the cooking zones can be
switched off quickly with the Off­sensor.

Using the automatic boost function

All cooking zones are equipped with an automatic boost function. Maximum
power is used for the boost. The time period of the boost depends on the
selected cooking setting. After the elapsed time the cooking zone automatically
switches back to the selected cooking setting.

If the cooking zone is yet not in use

– Press the minus-sensor until the

required cooking setting is dis­played, the boost function
switches on automatically.

During automatic operation a “A”
lights up in the display alternately
with the selected cooking setting.

If you already use the cooking zone

– Press the plus-sensor again

after reaching cooking setting 9.
The automatic boost function is
activated.

Select the required cooking set­ting.

“A” lights up in the display alter­nately with the selected cooking
setting.

and

2 X

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Frying or dual-circuit cooking zone

As a rule, only the smaller cooking zone diameter is heated. However, when
using frying pans and large saucepans, you may decide to switch on the outer
cooking zone circuit.

Switching the frying or dual-circuit zone on:

– Press the cooking zone symbol

next to the plus/minus-sensor.
A dot at the bottom right of the
display for the cooking level in­dicates that the function has
been switched on.

– Pressing the cooking zone sym-

bol once again deactivates the
dual circuit cooking zone or fry­ing zone.

Model EKE 854.2 and KC 906.2 only:

To heat a frying pan you can use the two small,
closely adjacent cooking zones. The temperature
must be controlled via the setting controls for both
cooking zones. We recommend to set both cooking
zones at the same cooking level.

Cooking zone heating indicator

As long as the cooking zone is still hot, an “H” will
appear in the display when the cooking zone has
been switched off.

Child proof lock (sensor-lock)

Operating the sensor lock detains unauthorised persons from using the appli­ance. In order to activate this lock the cooking area has to be in operation.

Activating child proof lock:

Press the sensor lock (2 seconds).
The child proof lock can be activat­ed if the cooking area is in opera­tion. In this case you can only
choose a lower cooking setting or
switch off.

The lock is indicated by 3 flashing control indicators. .

Be careful: Switching off the cooking area does not deactivate the lock!

Deactivating the child proof lock:

Press the sensors under the two left flasing control indicators at once.
After not more than 3 seconds press the sensor under the flashing control
indicator on the right.

Note: When the power supply has been interrupted the child proof lock is no
longer active.

at once, after max. 3 Sek.

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Time limit function

The appliance is equipped with an automatic time limit function. This function
makes sure that the appliance is not in operation for a long time. The time
period of the time limit depends on the selected cooking setting, eg.: The high­er the selected cooking setting, the faster the appliance is switched off.

The function to limit operation time works separately for each cooking zone..

What happens if...

■ ...pressing two or more sensor keys – at the same time e.g. when a

pan is mistakenly put onto the sensor key?

No function is activated. An audible signal sounds after 10 seconds. The
appliance switches off automatically after 20 seconds.

■ ...you continue to press a sensor button even after having set the

highest cooking setting?

An audible signal sounds after 10 seconds. After 20 seconds the appliance
switches off automatically.

■ ...there is a power outage?

The appliance does not automatically switch on again. If the child proof lock
was activated before the power failure, this is now deactivated.

■ ...the electronics overheat?

The cooktop will switch off. All 4 LED indicators will flash and a cyclical
signal will be heard.

Selecting pots and pans

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CAUTION! Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthen­ware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for range-top service without
breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Follow the manufac­turer’s instructions!

You can save time and power by using ideal pots and pans.

■ Use pots and pans with flat, smooth bottoms.

Uneven bottom surfaces can increase the amount of time needed to start
the cooking process and increase energy usage.

■ Rough pan bottom surfaces will scratch the glass-ceramic cooking area

when moved around.

■ Use a pan with a diameter at least as large as the cooking area.

Using an undersized utensil will expose a portion of the heating element to
direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.

■ Wherever possible, always place a lid on the pan.

You’ll save a lot of energy by cooking in a closed pan. Liquids and foods
will only boil over if the temperature is too high. The cooking zones allow
you to precisely set the temperature required. With a little practice, you’ll
learn how to choose the perfect cooking settings so nothing will boil-over
even when a lid is in place!

Cooking setting Switching off time after

9
8
7
6

1 hours

5 3 hours
4 4 hours

3
2

5 hours

1 10 hours

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Cleaning and care

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Sugar and food containing sugar (i.e. marmalade) and melted plastic
must immediately be removed from the hot cooking surface with the
cleaning scraper. If not, the cooking surface can be ruined while it’s
cooling down.

[

Steam and/or pressure cleaning machines can’t be used to clean the
appliance! This can damage the unit, resulting in the risk of personal
injury.

[

Risk of burning! Make sure the appliance has cooled down before
cleaning. If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface,
be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.

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Please note the instructions regarding cleansers.

F

Clean the cooking surface after every use. Food residue that hasn’t been
removed will burn into the surface the next time it’s turned on and then
these incrustations may be permanent.

F

Cleanser residues can cause discoloration the next time you turn on the
cook top. Cloths and sponges that have been used to clean other
surfaces can cause discoloring, too.

F

VSR O-FIX-C is the perfect cleanser for glass ceramic. You can get it from
KÜPPERSBUSCH Customer Service.

Do not use any

- aggressive or bleaching cleaning agents that contain active oxygen, chlorine
or corrosive components.

- abrasive or aggressive cleaning or scouring agents like steel wool, soap-filled
steel wool, metal or plastic sponges or similar agents with an abrasive surface.

Please note the information for the cleaning scraper

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CAUTION! Risk of cutting! The blade of the cleaning scraper is very sharp!

Always keep the cleaning scraper flat on the
surface and push the caking away.

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Do not scratch the surface with the edge of
the scraper and don’t damage the sealing
with the edge.

Cleaning the cooking surface

– Use the cleaning scraper to remove all food residue and fat splashes from

the hot cooking surface.

– When the cooking surface has cooled, clean it with water and a small

amount of detergent, with a cleanser for glass ceramic surfaces or with
VSR O-FIX-C. A soft brush or a soft sponge can also be used.

– Wipe off the surface with clear water.
– Dry it thoroughly.

Remove caking

Heavy food residue should be soaked first. Use a wet cloth for best results. It
will be easier to remove the food residue.

Care of the cooking surface

Clean the glass ceramic surfaces with a cleanser to protect it from discoloring,
and reduce the danger of damage from sugar. It can also remove stains and
discoloration

What to do if trouble occurs...

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Never unscrew the appliance! Repairs may only be carried out by a
qualified technician!

However, there are some problems that you can handle yourself. First, check
and see if there have been any operating errors. Remember – repairs during
the warranty period are not free of charge if they are caused by operating er­rors or non-observance of the following instructions:

What is to be done if…

... one or more sensors don’t react to touch?

Possible cause: The sensors constantly adapt in sensitivity to ambient
conditions. Unfavorable conditions such as e.g. if something is laying on a
sensor, may cause them not to react for several minutes.

Wait for about 15 minutes or pull the relevant fuse and then re-insert
it. Repeat this procedure if necessary!

The keys have adapted and now react to touch again.

... one or more sensors don’t react to touch despite repeating this

procedure?

Possible cause: Faulty sensor key or component.

If you’ve repeated the procedure and the keys still don’t react, pull the
fuse again and then con tact our Customer Service.

Fault Possible cause Remedy

Cooking surface can’t be
switched off.

Regulator or electronic
component is defective.

See below: “What is to be
done if...”

The LED indicator for the
cooking level or heat indica­tor does not light up or only
partly lights up.

LED indicator defective. Call customer service.

[

Risk of burning, as there
is no temperature warn­ing.

Circulating dash symbols on
all 4 LED displays.

No faults; normal dis­play after power inter­ruption.

If no objects have been lying
on or obstructing the sen­sors, confirm this by pressing
the Off-sensor.

Horizontal dashes that are
shown on the display run­ning from top to bottom.

Failure of electronic
component.

Switch off the fuse. Call Cus­tomer Service.

Cooking area does not heat. Fuse is defective. Check the fuse and replace, if

neccessary.

Child proof lock
activated.

Deactivate child proof lock.

Cooking area is defec­tive.

Call Customer Service.

Inner circuit of the
dual-circuit zone is
defective.

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Do not, under any cir­cumstances, continue to
use the outer circuit
which is still working! It
will destroy the glass
ceramic surface. Call
Customer Service.

Individual / all sensors do
not react to touch.

See below: “What is to be
done if...”

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After Sales Service

In the event of a problem that you can’t easily fix yourself, or for spare part
service, please contact the Küppersbusch Customer Care line at

.

1-800-459-0844

F

Always have the information from the identification panel handy when
calling Customer Service.

The panel is located on the underside of the cook top and on the cover page
of this manual.

Production number

Model

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KÜPPERSBUSCH

112 N. East Street, Suite C

Tampa, Florida 33602

Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Customer Care line: 1 - 800 - 459 - 0844

www.kuppersbuschusa.com

KÜPPERSBUSCH is a brand of Teka USA, Inc.