SCHOLTES Multipro F, Multipro SF, Multiplo F, Multiplo SF Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Contents

Installation, 12-13

Positioning
Electrical connection

Description of the appliance, 14

Control panel

Start-up and use, 15-18

Switching on the hob
Switching on the cooking zones
Switching off the cooking zones
Simultaneous operation of the cooking zones
Programming the cooking time
Control panel lock
BOOST function
Switching off the hob
Safety devices
Technical description of the models
Practical advice on using the appliance
Accessories supplied
Optional extra kit

Precautions and tips, 19

General safety
Disposal

Care and maintenance, 20

Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance

HOB

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Italiano, 1

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MULTIPLO F
MULTIPLO SF

Français, 21

Espanol, 31

English,11

IT FR

ES

Português, 41 Nederlands, 51

Deutsch, 61

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DE

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Installation

 Before operating your new appliance please read this
instruction booklet carefully. It contains important
information concerning the safe operatio

n, installation

and maintenance of the appliance.

 Please keep these operating instructions for future
reference. Pass them on to any new owners

of the

appliance.

Positioning

 Keep all packaging material out of the reach of
children. It may present a choking or suffocation hazard

(see Precautions and tips).

 The appliance mu

st be installed by a qualified

professional in accordance with the instructions
provided. Incorrect installation may damage property or

cause h

arm to people or animals.

Built-in appliance

Use an appropriate cabinet to ensure that the appliance
operates properly.

 The supporting surface must be heat-resistant up to a

temperature of approxi

mately 100°C.

 Avoid installing the hob above a dishwasher: if this

cannot be avoided, place a waterproof separation
device between the tw

o appliances.

 Depending on the hob you want to install (see figure),

the cabinet must have the following dimensions:

Installing semi-flush hobs (MULTIPLO SF)

All the necessary precautions must be taken in order
to install the appliance in conformity with current
accident-prevention regulations (CEI-UNI-CIG)
relating to gas and electrical connections. To ensure
sit-on hobs installed in kitchen cabinets operate
correctly, the minimum distances indicated should
be observed (see figure). All adjacent surfaces and
the back panel should also be able to withstand an
overheating temperature of 65°C.

Securing the appliance to the cabinet

The appliance must be installed on a perfectly level
supporting surf

ace.
Any deformities caused by improper fixing could
affect the features and operation of the hob.
 Before fitting the hob to the worktop, position the

seal provided along the perimeter of the hob, as
illustrated in the figure.

 The installation cavity should have the dimensions

indicated in the figure accompanying the previous
paragraph.

Fix the hob as follows:

1. Use the screws supplied to fit the 4 alignment
springs in the holes provided at the central point of
each side of the part underneath the hob.

2. Place the hob in the cavity, make sure it is in a
central position and push down on the whole
perimeter until the hob is stuck to the supporting
surface.

50 min

700 min

50 min

MULTIPLO SF

460

510

495

445

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 The screws for the alignment springs must remain
accessible.

 In order to adhere to safety standards, the
appliance must not come into contact with electrical
parts once it has been installed.

 All parts that ensure the safe operation of the
appliance must not be removable without the aid of
a tool.

! To maximise the efficiency of all maintenance
procedures, the area around the hob must be
easily accessible after i

t has been installed (i.e.

there are no completely closed-o ff elements).

! A wooden pa nel must be fitted underneath the
hob as insulation. It should be fixed at least 20
mm a

way from the hob casing. This panel must

be removable so that maintenance work may be

carried out underneath the cooking zone as
necessary.

Electrical connection

Hobs equipped with a three-pole power supply
cable are designed to operate with alternating
current at the voltage and frequency indicated on
the data plate (this is located on the lower part of the
appliance). The earth wire in the cable has a green
and yellow cover. If the appliance is to be installed
above a built-in electric oven, the electrical
connection of the hob and the oven must be carried
out separately, both for electrical safety purposes
and to make extracting the oven easier.

Single-phase connection

If the hob is fitted with a supply
cable, connect it to the mains,
observing the colour coding of the

wires (see diagram).

The yellow­green earth wire must be 5 cm
longer than the other wires.

Connecting the electricity supply cable to the mains

The appliance must be directly connected to the mains
using an omnipolar switch with a minimum contact
opening of 3 mm installed between the appliance and
the mains. The switch must be suitable for the charge
indicated and must comply with current electrical
regulations (

the earthing wire must not be interrupted
by the switch). The supply cable must be positioned
so that it does not come into contact with temperatures
higher than 50°C at any point.

 The installer must ensure that the correct electrical
connection has been made and that it is fully
compliant with safety regulations.

Before connecting the appliance to the power
supply, make sure that:
 The appliance is earthed and the plug is

compliant with the law.

 The socket can withstand the maximum power of

the appliance, which is indicated on the data
plate located on the appliance itself.

 The voltage falls within the range of values

indicated on the data plate.

 The socket is compatible with the plug of the

appliance. If the socket is incompatible with the
plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it.
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

 Once the appliance has been installed, the power
supply cable and the electrical socket must be
easily accessible.

 The cable must not be bent or compressed.
 The cable must be checked regularly and replaced

by authorised technicians only

.

 The manufacturer declines any liability should
these safety measures not be observed.

Blue

Brown

N

Neutral

L

Live

Green/Yellow

Earth

FRONT SIDE
OF HOB

SUPPORTING
SURFACE

30

40

UNDERSIDE
OF HOB

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Description of the appliance

Control panel

The control panel described in this manual is only a representative example: it may not exactly match the panel
on your appliance.

 PROGRAMME TIMER display shows the

programmes selected (see Start-up and use).

 PROGRAMME TIMER buttons activate the

programmes for each cooking zone (see Start-up

and use).

 COOKING ZONE PROGRAMMED indicator light

shows that a particular cooking zone has been
programmed (see Start-up and use).

 ON/OFF button switches the appliance on and off.


CONTROL PANEL LOCK button prevents
accidental changes to the hob settings (see Start-

up and use).

 CONTROLS LOCKED indicator light shows the

control panel has been locked (see Start-up and
use).

 MODE button is used to select both cooking

zones together or individually.

 COOKING ZONE SELECTOR button shows a

particular cooking zone has been selected and
therefore various adjustments are possible.

 COOKING

ZONE SELECTOR button is used to

select the desired cooking zone.

 POWER indicator provides a visual display for the

set heat level.

 INCREASE POWER button switches on the

hotplate and controls the power (see Start-up and

use).

 REDUCE POWER button controls the power and

switches off the hotplate (see Start-up and use).

POWER LEVEL
INDICATOR display

CONTROLS LOCKED

indicator light

MODE

button

FRONT COOKING
ZONE SELECTOR button

CONTROL PANEL
LOCK button

ON/OFF button

INCREASE
POWER button

COOKING ZONE PROGRAMMED

indicator light

PROGRAMME TIMER

button

DECREASE POWER

button

REAR COOKING ZONE

SELECTOR button

COOKING ZONE
PROGRAMMED indicator lights

PROGRAMME TIMER

display

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MODE

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 The glue applied on the gaskets leaves traces of

grease on the glass. Before using the appliance, we
recommend you remove these with a special non­abrasive cleaning product. During the first few hours
of use there may be a smell of rubber which will
disappear very quickly.
The appliance has 2 cooking zones and its various
functions are activated by touching the
corresponding controls.
Each selection must be activated within 10 seconds,
otherwise the display will switch off again.

Switching on the hob

The hob is switched on by activating the button.
2 things may happen at this point:

1. Both POWER LEVEL INDICATOR DISPLAYS are
activated: this means that both cooking zones are
being controlled simultaneously.

2. Only one of the POWER LEVEL INDICATOR
DISPLAYS is activated: this means that the two
cooking zones are being controlled
independently.

In any case, when the appliance is switched on the

two modes can be inverted using the

MODE

button.

Selecting the cooking zones

To select the desired cooking zone, press the

cooking modes selector button

or ;

alternatively press the

MODE

button to select both

cooking zones.
Once you have selected the cooking zone you wish

to use, set the desired power level using the

and buttons. To set the power to maximum,

press the

button briefly.

Switching off the cooking zones

Activate the button; the power of the cooking
zone will progressively decrease until it is switched

off. Alternatively, activate the

and buttons

simultaneously; the power level will revert to 0
immediately and the cooking zone will switch off.

Simultaneous operation of the cooking
zones

Switch on the hob. Press the

MODE

button. Press the

and buttons to select the desired power

level. Once the appliance is in use, to switch from
two hotplate operation to single hotplate operation,

press the

MODE

button once, select the desired

hotplate

or , then enter the power level by

pressing the

and buttons.

Programming the cooking duration

 All the cooking zones may be programmed for a
length of time between 1 and 99 minutes.

1. Select the cooking zone using the corresponding
control (it is also possible to select the
simultaneous operation of both cooking zones:
see previous section).

2. Adjust the power to the desired level.

3. Activate the

programming button.

4. Set the desired cooking duration using the

and buttons.

5. Confirm the selection using the

button.

The timer begins counting down immediately. When
the programmed cooking duration has elapsed, a
buzzer sounds (for 1 minute) and the cooking zone
switches off. Repeat the procedure described above
for every hotplate you wish to programme.
The corresponding COOKING ZONE
PROGRAMMED INDICATOR LIGHT will switch on for
every cooking zone.
When both hotplates have been programmed, the
display will show the remaining time for whichever
hotplate is selected; the position of this hotplate will
be indicated by the activation of the corresponding
indicator light. The indicator light for the other
programmed hotplate will flash. To display the time
remaining for the programmed hotplate, press the

or buttons.

If both hotplates have been programmed to operate
simultaneously, both cooking zone programmed
indicator lights will switch on.

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Press the

MODE

button to select both cooking zones,

then use buttons

and to select the

maximum power level "9".
The vertical position of the cooking recipient may be
maintained until the cooking process is complete.
Alternatively, once the correct boiling/frying
temperature has been reached and the hotplate
switched off using the relevant buttons, the cooking
recipient may be rotated by 90°, returning it to a
horizontal position on the front cooking zone and
keeping the temperature constant (see figure). The
free cooking zone may be used to start another

cooking process using the

MODE

button. Press the

selector button to confirm, then select the desired

power level using the

and buttons.

Switching off the hob

If the button is pressed, the appliance switches
off. If the appliance controls have been locked, they

will continue to be locked even after the hob has
been switched back on. In order to switch the hob
on again, you must remove the lock function.

Safety devices

Pan sensor

Each cooking zone is equipped with a cooking
recipient sensor device. The hotplate only emits heat
when a cooking recipient is placed on it. If, once the
appliance has been switched on and the cooking
zone and corresponding power level selected, the
numerical indicator flashes, this means that the
cooking recipient should be placed in the
corresponding position.

Heat indicators

If, after the appliance has been used, the letter H
remains lit on the corresponding display, this means
that the heating zone is still hot (temperature over
60°C); do not touch it. This indication will disappear
once the hotplate has cooled down.

Changing the programme

To modify the programming for the two individual
zones, proceed as follows:

Select the relevant cooking zone

or , press

the programming button

, adjust buttons and

and confirm by pressing .

To modify the simultaneous programming of both
zones, proceed as follows:

Press the programming button

, adjust buttons

and and confirm by pressing .

Control panel lock

When the hob is switched on, the oven controls may
be locked in order to prevent the settings from being

changed accidentally. Press the

button to

activate the function: the controls will be locked and
the indicator light above the button will switch on.
To use any of the controls (e.g. to stop cooking),

you must switch off this function. Press the
button for a few moments, the indicator light will

switch off and the lock function will be removed.

BOOST function

The extreme flexibility and versatility of the Multiplo
means it is possible to cook any type of dish
quickly, without compromising its quality.
The "Boost" function in particular speeds up cooking
times for dishes such as pasta or any fried food,
reducing the overall time required by approximately
50% in comparison with the time required when
using a cooking recipient with a single cooking zone
(horizontal position).

To bring the water to
the boil or to fry food
quickly, simply switch

on the hob, placing the
single cooking recipient
centrally and in a
vertical position with
respect to the text
"boost" (see figure).

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Buzzer

This can also indicate several irregularities:
 Something has been spilt on the control panel.
 A button has been pressed for too long. All of the

above situations may cause the buzzer to sound.
Remove the cause of the malfunction to stop the
buzzer. The control panel locks automatically in
the above situations. If the cause of the problem
is not removed, the buzzer will keep sounding
and the hob will switch off.

Overheating protection

The hob is fitted with a protection device for
electronic components; in the event of overheating
the power of the hotplates is limited automatically.
This could influence cooking times slightly.

Safety switc

h

The appliance has a safety switch which
automatically switches off the cooking zones when
they have been in operation for a certain amount of
time at a given power level. When the safety switch
has been triggered, the display shows 0.
For example: the rear hotplate is set to 5 and will
switch off after 3 hours of continuous operation,
while the front hotplate is set to 2 and will switch off
after 10 hours.

Power level Maximum duration of operation

1-2 10 hours

3 5 hours

4 4 hours

5-6 3 hours

7-8 2 hours

9 1 hour

Technical description of the models

Hobs

MULTIPLO F

MULTIPLOSF

Cooking zone

Power (W)

Rear

I 1400 W

Front

I 1400 W

Total power

2800

Key:

I = single induction cooking zone

Practical advice on using the appliance

The appliance comes with a series of accessories
(dishwasher safe) which can be used for various

types of cooking methods. These make it possible
to:

 Fry fish, potatoes, meat, etc...
 Steam cook vegetables, fish, etc...
 Boil pasta, vegetables, rice, etc
 Pan-roast dishes.
 Cook at low temperatures.

Thanks to the separate cooking recipients, it is
possible to prepare two dishes at the same time (for
example, pasta in the front recipient and a pan-roast
dish on the rear hotplate).

REAR
RECIPIENT

FRONT
RECIPIENT

Recommended power levels for various types
of cooking:

Levels Cooking methods Notes

1 Melting chocolate

1-2 Low temperature

3-4-5 Reducing sauces Stir occasionally

Steam cooking

4-5-6

Stirring

E.g. risotto

6-7 Pan frying/Browning Stir occasionally

8 Deep frying/Boiling
9 Boiling/Deep frying Quick heating, then

select the most
suitable level

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Accessories supplied

Cooking recipient

This may be used as a normal
saucepan, to cook pan­roasted dishes, sauces, etc
The maximum fill levels for
each cooking method are
marked on the inside of the
recipient:

 WATER and OIL: Maximum water and oil levels

help to prevent spills.

 VAPOR: Water level required for steam cooking.

Recipient divider

Separates the two cooking
recipients supplied while
keeping them stable.

Frying basket

Pour the oil into the cooking
recipient and insert the frying
basket. The handle may be
removed and the recipient
covered with the glass lid.
Once you have finished
cooking, remove the basket
and rest it on the handle of the
cooking recipient so that the
oil drains off.

Pasta basket

Pour the water into the
cooking recipient and insert
the pasta basket. The handle
may be removed and the
recipient covered with the
glass lid. Once you have
finished cooking, remove the
pasta basket from the cooking
recipient and drain the pasta.

Steamer basket with
special rest and handles

Pour water into the cooking
recipient and insert the
steamer basket and its
special rest, as shown in the
figure. Close the glass cover
supplied. Once you have
finished cooking, remove the
basket using the special
handles, remove the cooking
recipient and pour the water
away.

Cover

As well as serving a visual
purpose, this can also be
used as a resting surface for
the cooking recipients

.

Liquid drainer

Once you have finished
cooking, this can be used to
empty the recipient of water,
oil, etc

Optional extras kit

If you wish to cook large quantities of food, you
should consider purchasing this kit (available
from Technical Assistance Cent

res or authorised

retailers), which consists of the following items:

 Large cooking recipient (uses both cooking

zones).

 Large pasta ba

sket.

 Large steamer basket with special rest.
The handles supplied for the standard steamer
basket may also be used

with the large steamer

basket included in this kit.

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Precautions and tips

 This appliance has been designed and

manufactured in compliance with international safety
standards. The following warnings are provided for
safety reasons and must be read carefully.

This appliance conforms to the following
European Economic Community directives:

- 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and
subsequent amendments;

- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;

- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent
amendments.

General safety

 Make sure that the air inlet behind the fan grille is
never obstructed. The built-in hob should, in fact, be
provided with suitable ventilation for the cooling of
the electronic components used in the appliance.
 We advise against the installation of an induction
hob above an under-the-counter refrigerator (heat) or
above a washing machine (vibrations). In fact, there
would be insufficient space for the ventilation of
electronic components.
 The appliance was designed for domestic use

inside the home and is not intended for
commercial or industrial use.

 The appliance must not be installed outdoors,

even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous
to leave the appliance exposed to rain and
storms.

 Do not touch the appliance when barefoot or with

wet or damp hands and feet

.

 The appliance must be used by adults only for the

preparation of food, in accordance with the
instructions provided in this booklet. Do not use
the hob as a worktop or chopping board.

 Ensure that power supply cables of other

electrical appliances do not come into contact
with the hot parts of the hob.

 When unplugging the appliance, always pull the

plug from the mains socket; do not pull on the
cable.

 Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work

without having disconnected the appliance from
the electricity mains.

 Warning fo r people who have been fitted with

pacemakers or ot

her active internal medical

devices:

The hob conforms to all current legislation relating
to electromagnetic interference.
This product therefore fully conforms with all legal
requirements (directive 89/336/EEC). It was
designed not to create interference with other

electrical equipment used nearby, provided that
the other equipment also conforms fully with all
the above legislation.
The induction hob generates short range
electromagnetic fields.
To avoid all risks of interference between the hob
and the pacemaker, the pacemaker should be
made in accordance with all current legislation.
We can only guarantee the conformity of our
product in this matter.

For further information
relating to conformity or any incompatibility
problems, please contact your G.P. or the
pacemaker manufacturer.

 The appliance should not be operated by people

(including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capacities, by inexperienced
individuals or by anyone who is not familiar with
the product. These individuals should, at the very
least, be supervised by someone who assumes
responsibility for their safety or receive
preliminary instructions relating to the operation of
the appliance.

 Do not let children play with the appliance.
 If the surface of the hob is cracked, switch off the

appliance to prevent electric shocks from
occurring.

 Do not place metal objects (knives, spoons, pan lids,

etc.) on the hob as they may become hot.

 After using the hob, switch it off

using the
corresponding control device; do not rely solely
on the pan sensor.

Disposal

 When disposing of packaging material: observe

local legislation so that the packaging may be
reused.

 The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) states that household appliances should

not be disposed of using the normal solid urban
waste cycle. Exhausted appliances should be
collected separately in order to optimise the cost
of re-using and recycling the materials inside the
machine, while preventing potential damage to
the atmosphere and to public health. The
crossed-out dustbin is marked on all products to
remind the owner of their obligations regarding
separated waste collection.
For further information relating to the correct
disposal of exhausted household appliances,
owners may contact the public service provided
or their local dealer.

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Care and maintenance

Switching the appliance off

Disconnect your appliance from the electricity
supply before carrying out any work on it.

Cleaning the appliance

 Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (for

example, products in spray cans for cleaning
barbecues and ovens), stain removers, anti-rust
products, powder detergents or sponges with
abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface
beyond repair.

 Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on

the appliance.

Stainless steel can be marked by hard water which
has been left on the surface for a long time, or by
cleaning products containing phosphorus.
After cleaning, it is advisable to rinse the surface
well and dry it thoroughly. If water is spilt on the
surface, dry it quickly and thoroughly.

The surface on which the cooking recipients are
placed is made using glass ceramic material. When
cleaning this hob, proceed as follows:

 It is usually sufficient simply to wash the hob

using a damp sponge and dry it with absorbent
kitchen towel.

 If the hob is particularly dirty, rub it with a special

glass ceramic cleaning product, then rinse well and
dry thoroughly.

 To remove more stubborn dirt, use a suitable scraper

(this is not supplied with the appliance). Remove

spills as soon as possible, without waiting for the
appliance to cool, to avoid residues forming crusty
deposits. You can achieve excellent results by using
a rustproof steel wire sponge - specifically designed

for glass ceramic surfaces - soaked in soapy water.

 Once it is clean, the hob may be treated with a special

protective maintenance product: the invisible film left
by this product protects the surface from drips during

cooking. This maintenance task should be carried out
while the appliance is warm (not hot) or cold.

 Always remember to rinse the appliance well with

clean water and dry it thoroughly: residues can
become encrusted during subsequent cooking
processes.



To prevent any burnt-on residue from building up
on the frying basket and its special rest, clean
both items using a stainless steel wire sponge
which has been soaked in soapy water.

Glass ceramic hob cleaners Available from

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scrapers

DIY Stores

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supermarkets,
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