Thermador CIT36XWB, CIT36XWBB Maintance Manual
Use and care
GUIDE
Freedom® Induction Cooktop
CIT36XWB CIT36XWBB
THERMADOR.COM
Table of
CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Use and care manual
Safety Definitions ....................................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 5
Fire Safety ....................................................................... 5
Cooking Safety ................................................................ 5
Burn Prevention .............................................................. 6
Child Safety ..................................................................... 6
Cleaning Safety ............................................................... 6
Cookware Safety ............................................................. 7
Proper Installation and Maintenance .............................. 7
Electromagnetic interference ......................................... 7
Cooling fan ...................................................................... 8
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings ................... 8
Causes of damage ...................................................... 9
Overview ......................................................................... 9
Protecting the Environment ....................................... 9
Energy-saving Advice ...................................................... 9
Cooking with Induction ............................................ 10
Advantages of Induction Cooking ................................ 10
Cookware ...................................................................... 10
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance ................ 11
Cooking surface ............................................................ 11
The control panel .......................................................... 11
Overview of the Menus ................................................. 12
Cooking Position Display .............................................. 13
SapphireGlow™ ............................................................ 13
Residual Heat Indicator ................................................. 13
Operating the Appliance .......................................... 14
First-time use ................................................................ 14
Switching the cooktop on and off ................................ 14
Setting a cooking position ............................................ 14
Chef's recommendations .............................................. 15
Timer functions ............................................................. 17
PowerBoost® Function .................................................. 19
PanBoost™ Function .................................................... 19
Keep Warm ................................................................... 20
Transfer function ........................................................... 20
Wireless Cooking Sensor .............................................. 21
Cooking Sensor Mode .................................................. 24
MyZone™ ..................................................................... 29
TeppanyakiPro™ Mode ................................................ 30
Panel Lock ..................................................................... 31
Pause function ............................................................... 31
Automatic Shutoff ......................................................... 31
Basic Settings ................................................................ 31
Home Connect ......................................................... 33
Connection to your home network ............................... 33
Home Connect Settings ................................................ 35
Software Update ........................................................... 37
Information on Data Protection .................................... 37
Wi-Fi® Module .............................................................. 37
Cooktop - Hood Sync .............................................. 38
Setting up a connection ................................................ 38
Disconnecting from the network .................................. 39
Controlling the hood via the cooktop .......................... 39
Ventilation control settings ........................................... 40
Cleaning and Maintenance ...................................... 40
Daily Cleaning ............................................................... 40
Cleaning guidelines ....................................................... 40
Cleaning chart ............................................................... 41
Maintenance .................................................................. 41
Frequently-asked questions and answers (FAQ) ...... 42
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 44
Warnings and fault messages ....................................... 44
Tips ................................................................................ 45
Demo mode .................................................................. 46
How to Obtain Warranty Service .................................. 46
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ... 47
What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to .......... 47
How Long the Warranty Lasts ....................................... 47
Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy ................... 47
Out of Warranty Product ............................................... 47
Warranty Exclusions ...................................................... 47
THERMADOR® Support .......................................... 48
Service ........................................................................... 48
Parts and Accessories ................................................... 48
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Safety Definitions
9 WARNING
Safety Definitions
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 aluminum foil, plastic, paper or cloth to
come in contact with a hot surface element, burner or
grate. Do not allow pans to boil dry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
When using the timer, always supervise the cooktop and
do not allow anything to boil over or burn. Boilovers can
cause smoke and some foods and oils may catch fire if
left on high temperature settings.
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:
▯ Always put the lid on pots
▯ Always fill pots with at least 1 ¼" (3 cm) of liquid
▯ Always use pots of the appropriate size and type
(enamelware pots, stainless steel and aluminum
pots equipped with wireless temperature sensor)
▯ Always keep the sensor’s window clean
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When using the Cooking Sensor mode, make sure that
the selected cooking zone matches the one on which
you have placed the cookware with the cooking sensor.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
The wireless cooking sensor is powered by a battery,
which may become damaged if it is exposed to high
temperatures. Remove the sensor from the cookware
and store it away from any heat sources.
WARNING
RISK OF INJURY
The cooking sensor can be very hot when removing it
from the cookware. Use potholders or a dish towel to
remove it.
Never use the appliance if liquids or foods have spilled
around the control panel. Always turn off the cooktop
and dry the control panel.
Injury and damage to the appliance may occur if control
elements are not used properly.
If the cooktop turns off automatically and can no longer
be operated, it may turn itself on unintentionally at a later
point. Switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
Contact Customer Support for service.
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. Build-up
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
flambéing food (i.e. Crêpes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
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
Metallic objects become hot very quickly on the cooktop.
Never set down metallic objects, such as knives, forks,
spoons and lids on the cooktop.
WARNING
RISK OF BURNS
The pan detection shut off feature may not turn off the
cooking zone due to spilled food or objects placed on
the cooktop.
If the display does not work when a cooking area is
heating up, disconnect the circuit breaker or fuse in the
electrical panel. Contact an authorized servicer.
Child 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.
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.
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 sizes. 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 induction
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 double-boiler the cooktop and
cooking vessel may crack due to overheating. The
cooking vessel in the double-boiler must not come in
direct contact with the bottom of the pot filled with water.
Use only heat-resistant cookware.
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.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly,
or if it has been damaged. Contact an authorized
servicer.
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.
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:
▯ 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
cooktop.
It is the user’s responsibility to correct any interference.
CAUTION
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 use up to a maximum
height of 13,100 feet (4,000 meters) above sea level.
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the
Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you have any
questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
flammables or nonfood products on 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.
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.
WARNING
HAZARD DUE TO MAGNETISM
The wireless temperature sensor is magnetic. The
magnetic elements can damage electronic implants such
as pacemakers or insulin pumps. People with electronic
implants should therefore not put the temperature sensor
in the pockets of their clothes and should maintain a
minimum distance of 4" (10 cm) with respect to their
pacemaker or similar medical device.
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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.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including vinyl
chloride, which is known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Causes of damage
Causes of damage
NOTICE:
▯ Rough pot and pan bases scratch the cooktop.
▯ Never leave cookware cooking empty. This can cause
damage.
▯ Do not place hot pots or pans on the control panel, the
▯ Damage can occur if hard or pointed objects fall on
the cooktop.
▯ Aluminum foil and plastic containers can melt and
stick on hot burners. The use of oven protective foil on
the cooktop is not recommended.
displays or the cooktop surround. This can cause
damage.
Overview
You will find the most frequently caused damage in the
following table.
Damage Cause Remedy
Stains Boiled-over food. Remove boiled-over food immediately with a glass
scraper.
Unsuitable cleaning agent. Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for this type of
cooktop.
Scratches Salt, sugar and sand. Do not use the cooktop as a work surface or storage
space.
Cookware with rough bases scratch the
cooktop.
Discoloration Unsuitable cleaning agent. Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for this type of
Pan abrasion. Lift pots and pans when moving them.
Blisters Sugar, food with a high sugar content. Remove boiled-over food immediately with a glass
Check the cookware.
cooktop.
scraper.
Protecting the Environment
Energy-saving Advice
▯ Place a lid on cookware. Cooking with an uncovered
pan will result in a considerable increase in energy
use. Use a glass lid to provide visibility and avoid
having to lift the lid.
▯ Use cookware equipped with a solid, flat bottom.
Curved pan bases increase energy consumption.
▯ The diameter of the pan base must match the size of
the element. Note: The manufacturer normally
indicates the pan's upper diameter. This is normally
greater than the diameter of the pan's base.
▯ Choose cookware of a size suited to the amount of
food you are going to cook. A large pan that is only
half full will use a lot of energy.
▯ Use a small amount of water when cooking. This
saves energy, and vegetables retain a larger
percentage of their vitamins and minerals.
▯ Select the lowest power level to maintain cooking. If
the power level is too high, energy is wasted.
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Cooking with Induction
Advantages of Induction Cooking
Induction cooking is fundamentally different from
traditional cooking methods, as 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.
▯ Heat control and safety – the cooktop increases or
decreases the amount of heat supplied as soon as the
user changes the setting. If the cookware is removed,
the induction burner immediately interrupts the heat
supply without it having been switched off.
Cookware
Only use ferromagnetic cookware for induction cooking,
such as:
▯ Cookware made from enameled steel
▯ Cookware made from cast iron
▯ Special induction-compatible cookware made from
stainless steel.
To find out whether your cookware is suitable for
induction cooking, check whether a magnet is attracted
to the base of the item or refer to the manufacturer's
specifications.
Some induction cookware does not have a fully
ferromagnetic base:
▯ If the base of the cookware is only partially
ferromagnetic, only the area that is ferromagnetic will
heat up. This may mean that heat will not be
distributed evenly. The non-ferromagnetic area may
not heat up to a sufficient temperature for cooking.
Unsuitable cookware
Do not ever use adapter plates for induction or cookware
made of:
▯ Traditional stainless steel
▯ Glass
▯ Clay
▯ Copper
▯ Aluminum
Properties of the base of the cookware
The properties of the base of the cookware can affect the
cooking result. Cookware made of materials that
distribute heat evenly, such as saucepans with a
stainless steel sandwich base, save time and energy.
Cookware with a completely flat base works best. If the
base of the cookware is uneven or embossed, this will
reduce the heat supplied.
No cookware/cookware of an unsuitable size
Always place cookware inside the usable area of the
cooking surface. If the cookware is not positioned
correctly, is made of an unsuitable material or is not the
right size, the : symbol appears next to the cooking
zone display. Move the cookware or try again with a
different pot or pan.
If the active cookware is lifted from the cooking surface
for longer than 30 seconds, the cooking zone
automatically switches off.
▯ The ferromagnetic area will also be reduced if the
material from which the base of the cookware is made
contains aluminum, for example. This may mean that
the cookware will not become sufficiently hot or even
that it will not be detected.
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Empty cookware or cookware with a thin base
Do not heat empty cookware and do not use cookware
that has a thin base. The cooktop is equipped with an
internal safety system. However, an empty item of
cookware can heat up so quickly that the automatic
switch-off function has no time to react and an
excessively high temperature is reached. This could melt
the base of the cookware and damage the glass plate. If
this happens, switch off the cooktop and do not touch
the cookware. If the cooktop no longer works once it has
cooled down, contact Customer Support.
Pot detection
The cooktop uses the ferromagnetic diameter and
material of the base of the cookware to automatically
detect the position, size and shape of the cookware
being used. Cookware with a base measuring 3½" to
13½" (90 to 340 mm) in diameter is suitable for use.
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Note: The cooking zone displays may show a size and shape that is different from the cookware actually being used. This is normal and does not affect the functioning of the hob. For more information, see the section entitled ~ "Frequently-asked questions and answers (FAQ)".
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance
This section explains how to use the cooking surface, the
control panel and the various functions of the appliance.
Note: Depending on the appliance model, individual details and colors may differ.
Cooking surface
The entire cooking surface of the cooktop supplies
induction heating. You can place cookware anywhere
inside the usable area of the cooking surface. The
position, size and shape of the cookware will be detected
automatically.
Note: Up to six items of cookware can be heated at the same time on the cooking surface.
The control panel
The control panel has touch buttons and a touchscreen
display.
Buttons
The buttons are touch-sensitive. To select a function,
touch the relevant symbol. The available functions will
appear on the display.
Notes
▯ Always keep the control panel clean and dry. Moisture
can prevent it from working properly.
▯ Never place hot cookware on the touchscreen display.
There is a risk that the electronics will overheat.
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance
Cooktop
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Keep Warm function
Cook timer
Cookware mode
MyZone™
Info menu
The info menu provides you with information about the
appliance or the functions that are currently active.
To access the info menu, touch the
function bar. The sensor will show when the function is
available.
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Touchscreen display
The touchscreen display gives you an overview of the
cookware on the cooking surface and the buttons for
activating the various functions.
When an item of cookware is placed on the cooking
surface, the cooking position for this cookware is shown
on the display.
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Overview of the Menus
The intuitive menu structure helps you to find your way
around the control panel of your cooktop. You can find
out more about the most important menus in this section.
Main screen
The main display provides an overview of the indicators
for the cookware on the cooking surface. It displays the
cooking mode, power levels, and the timer functions that
are set for the cooking zones that are switched on.
Function bar
The function bar provides access to a number of
functions and other menus.
The following options are shown in the function bar:
▯ 1 Panel Lock
▯ a Pause function
▯ A Cooktop - Hood Sync
▯ " Basic Settings
Notifications and alerts
Notifications let you know that the appliance's status has
changed or that you need to confirm something.
To return to the main screen, touch the
Note: The top line of the display lights up blue.
Alerts let you know that you need to do something.
Follow the instructions in the display and touch the
8 symbol to return to the main screen.
Note: The top line of the display lights up red.
Cookware mode menu
The cooktop has various functions for the cooking
positions.
Cookware mode Function
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To access the cookware mode menu, touch the cooking
position display and then the ¢ touch button.
This enables a particular power
level to be controlled according
to the position of the cookware,
i.e. by moving it from front to
back across the cooking surface.
This enables a power level to be
chosen for each item of cookware.
You can use the cooking sensor
attached to the outside of the
cookware to maintain the temperature automatically. These
cooking functions are designed
for foods that need to be cooked
with a lot of water or fried with a
lot of oil/fat in a pot.
This enables the TeppanyakiPro™ surface to be divided into
two sections. This means you
can cook food on one section
and keep food warm on the other
section, or use the entire area to
cook food at the same power
level.
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Cooking Position Display
When you place cookware on the cooking surface, the
indicator for the relevant cooking position will light up on
the touchscreen display.
Detected cooking position
The cookware on the cooking surface has been detected. The cooking position display lights up. Touch
the # symbol to select the cooking
position.
Other displays and symbols
The settings for the cooking position
cannot be configured.
Touch the display for more information.
Possible causes:
▯ Up to 6 items of cookware evenly
distributed over the cooking surface can be heated at the same
time.
▯ The cookware is not suitable for
use on an induction cooktop.
▯ The appliance has exceeded its
maximum power consumption.
Selected cooking position
The indicated cooking position has
been selected. You can now set the
power level.
Cooking position switched on
The indicated cooking position has
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power level lights up in the display.
There is no cookware on the cooking position
SapphireGlow™
The cooktop has an interactive lighting experience. The
light bars on the left- and right-hand side of the cooktop
indicate the status of the corresponding segments of the
cooktop.
Color Meaning
blue Cooktop segment activated
red
(three levels)
Color progression
from blue to white
Residual heat indicator
The corresponding segment
lights up in three brightness levels depending on the intensity of
the residual heat.
Do not touch the cooking surface
while the indicators are still lit or
immediately after they have
switched off.
When you switch off the cooktop
the residual heat indicators will
remain lit for as long as the cooking surface is still hot.
MyZone™ function is activated.
The cookware can be moved
towards the white area.
The cookware has been removed
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from the cooking position. The
PLQ
selected power level is dimmed.
You can specify whether or not you want to use this
function in the basic settings.
Residual Heat Indicator
The cooktop has several residual heat indicators ÷ to
warn you that one or more cooking positions is/are still
hot. One, two or all three bars of the indicator ÷ will light
up depending on how strong the residual heat is. Do not
touch the cooking surface while the indicators are still lit
or immediately after they have switched off.
When you switch off the cooktop the residual heat
indicators will remain lit for as long as the cooking
surface is still hot.
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Operating the Appliance
This chapter explains how to set a cooking position. The
table shows heat settings and cooking times for various
meals.
First-time use
When you switch on the appliance for the first time, the
menu for selecting the initial settings appears on the
display. Select the settings you require.
Once you have confirmed these settings, the main
screen will appear.
Note: You can change the settings at any time. For information on how to select these settings, see the section entitled ~ "Basic Settings".
Switching the cooktop on and off
Use the main switch to switch the cooktop on and off.
Switch on: Touch the ON l OFF button. The indicator
above the main switch will light up. After a short time, the
cooktop will be ready for operation.
Switch off: Touch the ON l OFF button. The indicator will
switch off. All cooking positions are switched off.
The residual heat indicator will remain lit until the cooking
positions have cooled down sufficiently.
Notes
▯ The cooktop switches off automatically if the cooking
positions have been switched off for more than
30 seconds.
▯ The selected settings will be stored for 10 minutes
after the cooktop has been switched off. If you switch
the cooktop back on during this time, the option to
confirm the previous settings appears on the main
screen. For information on this setting, see the section
entitled ~ "Basic Settings"
Selecting a cooking position and power level
The cooktop must be switched on.
1.
Place the cookware on the cooking surface.
2.
Touch the # symbol for the cooking position on the touchscreen display. The settings area will light up on the cooking position display.
3.
Within the next 4 seconds, scroll up with your finger and select the power level you require.
To select power level 9.0, tap 9.0 directly.
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Setting a cooking position
The required power level is selected in the settings area.
Power level 1.0 = lowest setting
Power level 9.0 = highest setting
Each power level has an intermediate level, which is
marked with .5.
Notes
▯ To protect the fragile parts of your appliance from
overheating and electrical overloading, the cooktop
may temporarily reduce the power.
▯ In order to prevent the appliance from producing
excess noise, the cooktop may temporarily reduce the
power.
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The power level is set.
Changing the power level
Select the cooking position and then select the required
power level in the settings area.
Switching off a cooking position
Touch and hold the cooking position display until power
level ó.ó is displayed in the settings area. The cooking
position will switch off.
Note: If you place cookware on the cooking surface before switching on the cooktop, this will be detected when you touch the main switch, and the indicator for the cooking position will appear on the touchscreen display.
Chef's recommendations
Recommendations
▯ Stir occasionally when heating up purees, creamy
soups and thick sauces.
▯ For preheating, select heat setting 8 or 9.
▯ When cooking with the lid on, turn the heat setting
down as soon as steam starts to escape from between
the lid and the cookware.
▯ After cooking, keep the lid on the cookware until you
serve the food.
Cooking table
The table shows which heat setting is suitable for each
type of food. The cooking time may vary depending on
the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food.
▯ To cook with the pressure cooker, follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
▯ Do not cook food for too long, otherwise nutrients will
be lost. The kitchen timer can be used to set the
optimum cooking time.
▯ For healthier cooking results, oils and fats should not
be heated to their smoke point.
▯ To brown food, fry small portions one after the other.
▯ Cookware may reach high temperatures while the food
is cooking. We recommend that you use pot holders.
▯ You can find recommendations for energy-efficient
cooking in the section entitled ~ "Cooking with
Induction"
Ongoing cooking
Time (min)
setting
Melting
Chocolate, couverture 1.0 - 1.5 Butter, honey, gelatin 1.0 - 2.0 -
Heating or keeping warm
Stew, e.g. lentil stew 1.5 - 2.0 -
1
Milk
Heating sausages in water
1
1.5 - 2.5 -
3.0 - 4.0 -
Defrosting and heating
Spinach, frozen 3.0 - 4.0 15 - 25
Goulash, frozen 3.0 - 4.0 35 - 55
Poaching, simmering
Potato dumplings
1
Fish
1
4.5 - 5.5 20 - 30
4.0 - 5.0 10 - 15
White sauces, e.g. Béchamel sauce 1.0 - 2.0 3 - 6
Whisked sauces, e.g. Béarnaise sauce, Hollandaise sauce 3.0 - 4.0 8 - 12
Boiling, steaming, braising
Rice (with double the volume of water) 2.5 - 3.5 15 - 30
Rice pudding
3
2.0 - 3.0 30 - 40
Unpeeled boiled potatoes 4.5 - 5.5 25 - 35
Boiled potatoes 4.5 - 5.5 15 - 30
Pasta
1
6.0 - 7.0 6 - 10
Stew 3.5 - 4.5 120 - 180
Soups 3.5 - 4.5 15 - 60
Vegetables 2.5 - 3.5 10 - 20
Vegetables, frozen 3.5 - 4.5 7 - 20
Stew in a pressure cooker 4.5 - 5.5 -
1
Without lid
2
Turn several times
3
Preheat at level 8.0 - 8.5
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Ongoing cooking
Time (min)
setting
Braising
Rolled roasting joint 4.0 - 5.0 50 - 65
Pot roast 4.0 - 5.0 60 - 100
Goulash3
3.0 - 4.0 50 - 60
Braising/frying with a small amount of oil
1
Schnitzel, plain or breaded 6.0 - 7.0 6 - 10
Schnitzel, frozen 6.0 - 7.0 6 - 12
Chops, plain or breaded
2
6.0 - 7.0 6 - 12
Steak (1¼" (3 cm) thick) 7.0 - 8.0 6 - 12
Poultry breast (¾" (2 cm) thick)
Poultry breast, frozen
Rissoles (1¼" (3 cm) thick)
2
2
Hamburgers (¾" (2 cm) thick)
2
2
5.0 - 6.0 10 - 20
5.0 - 6.0 10 - 30
4.5 - 5.5 20 - 30
6.0 - 7.0 10 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, plain 5.0 - 6.0 8 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, breaded 6.0 - 7.0 8 - 20
Fish, breaded and frozen, e.g. fish sticks 6.0 - 7.0 8 - 15
Prawns and scampi 7.0 - 8.0 4 - 10
Sautéing fresh vegetables and mushrooms 7.0 - 8.0 10 - 20
Asian stir fries (vegetables and pieces of meat) 7.0 - 8.0 15 - 50
Stir fries, frozen 6.5 - 7.5 6 - 10
Pancakes (cooked one after the other) 6.5 - 7.5 Omelette (cooked one after the other) 3.5 - 4.5 3 - 10
Fried eggs 5.0 - 6.0 3 - 6
Deep fat frying1
[5 - 7 oz (150-200 g) per portion in 2 - 4 pints (1-2 liters) oil, fried in portions]
Frozen products, e.g. fries, chicken nuggets 8.0 - 9.0 Croquettes, frozen 7.0 - 8.0 Meat, e.g. chicken portions 6.0 - 7.0 Fish, breaded 6.0 - 7.0 Vegetables, mushrooms, breaded, or tempura 6.0 - 7.0 Small baked items, e.g. doughnuts 5.5 - 6.5 -
1
Without lid
2
Turn several times
3
Preheat at level 8.0 - 8.5
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