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Instructions for use, installation, and connection Glass ceramic induction built-in cooking hob...
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GLASS CERAMIC INDUCTION BUILT-IN COOKING HOB Dear customer ! Built-in glass ceramic induction hob is intended solely for use in households. Our products are packed in environment-friendly materials which can be safely recycled, disposed of, or destroyed. Respective packaging materials are labeled accordingly. When the appliance is outdated and you intend to dispose of it, please make sure this is done in an environment-friendly manner.
TABLE IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ..........5 Safety percautions ........................5 Warnings............................6 CERAMIC-GLASS COOKTOP ..................7 Operating the cooking hob ......................8 Induction hotplate function principle ..................9 Appropriate cookware for induction hotplates ..............9 Power regulation ...........................11 Energy saving tips ........................11 HOB CONTROL ....................... 12 Switching the hob on .........................12 Switching the hotplate on ......................12 Switching the hotplate off ......................
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TROUBLESHOOTING ....................39 Replacing the battery ......................40 Ordering additional equipment ...................40 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF CERAMIC - GLASS HOB ......41 Cleaning ............................41 INSTALLATION ....................... 42 Important warnings ........................42 Installing the foam gasket ...................... 43 Worktop cutout dimensions ....................44 Installation procedure ......................44 Lower kitchen cabinet ventilation slots ................
IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE Safety percautions • This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or metal capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Warnings • The appliance may only be connected to the power mains by an authorized service technician or expert. • Tampering with the appliance or non-professional repair thereof may result in risk of severe injury or damage to the product. Any repairs may only be carried out by an authorized service technician or expert.
CERAMIC-GLASS COOKTOP 1. Induction hotplate rear left 2. Induction hotplate rear right 3. Induction hotplate front left 4. Induction hotplate front right 5. Hob control panel...
Operating the cooking A Hob on/off key B Display and cooking zone function key B1 Cooking zone decimal point C Slider D Power boost E Control unit lock / Child lock F IQcook system on/off G Timer function display unit G1 Active cooking zone timer function symbol...
Induction hotplate • Ceramic glass hob is fi tted with three or four hotplates. function principle Hob surface is completely fl at and smooth, without edges to accumulate dirt. • The hob is fi tted with high power induction hotplates. Heat is generated directly at the bottom of the dish, where it is most needed, without any losses through the ceramic glass surface.
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• When buying cookware, check if it bears the label “allows induction”. Only use cookware suitable for electric and induction cooking, with a: • thick bottom (at least 2.25 mm) • fl at bottom. Cooking zone Minimum pan bottom diameter Ø...
• For cooking and frying, only use cookware that can be magnetized, i.e. steel, enamel-coated, or cast iron cookware. Only then will the induction cooking zone operate. Power regulation Cooking zone heat power can be set to ten diff erent levels. The table lists some examples of use for each level.
HOB CONTROL • After connecting the glass ceramic hob to the power mains, all symbols on the display will light up briefl y. The cooking hob is then ready for operation. • Cooking hob is controlled by means of electronic touch sensors which are activated by light pressure of a fi...
sensor keys are illuminated constantly, while other slider keys are fl ashing). • Power setting is selected and/or changed by touching the slider keys. Switching the hotplate • First select the hotplate you wish to switch off . • By sliding the fi nger towards the left side or by touching the far left side of the slider (left of the last slider key) set the hotplate power to 0.
Remaining heat Glass ceramic hob also features remaining heat indicator indicator »H«. Hotplates are not heated directly, but through return heat radiating from the dish. As long as the symbol »H« is on after the hotplate was switched off , the remaining heat may be used for warming up food or for melting.
Maximum continuous operation of a particular hotplate is limited, and the duration is displayed in the above chart. When the hotplate is switched off by the safety mechanism, the indicator displays symbols »0«, or »H« in case there is any remaining heat left. Example: Set the cooking zone to level 6 and leave it to operate for a while.
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If power is reduced for a cooking zone on which the automatic rapid heating feature is activated, the automatic rapid heating feature will be switched off for this cooking zone. Dish/cooking mode quantity power level cooking duration (min) Soup/reheating 0,5 – 1 lit A7 - 8 4 - 7 milk/reheating...
Recalling last settings By using this function you may recall any preceding settings on activated hotplates in case you had accidentally switched the hob off , but you have to act within 6 seconds following the accidental switch off . •...
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Setting the timer • Touch the (B) cooking zone key to select the desired cooking zone. Then, use the slider (C) to set the cooking power. • By pressing the timer display (G) the symbol »CL« is changed to »0-«, and the relevant symbol indicating the selected hotplate starts fl...
Safety functions and The cooking hob is fi tted with overheating protection error display sensors. If the temperature rises too high, individual cooking zones or even the entire cooking hob can be temporarily switched off automatically. Error, possible cause, solution Water spilt over sensor surface, or an Continuous beep and Er03 fl...
CONTROL UNIT - IQ - automatic control of hob operation - boil control - saves up to 40% of energy - actively retains nutrients, vitamins, and proteins in the food IQcook system can be used on any cooking zone by touching the IQ key. 1 IQ functions 2 Power levels F IQcook system on/off...
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Use of the Symbol Description The function controls the steam and even cooking. For healthy cooking without overcooking. The vegetables will retain its STEAM COOKING natural colour, nutrients, and vitamins. The lid must be in place throughout the cooking process. This function is suitable for cooking food in liquid –...
IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS • The IQcook system can only be active on one cooking zone at a time. When the settings procedure is over, the IQcook system can be selected for another cooking zone. • When using the IQcook system, the power boost function (P) cannot be used on the adjacent cooking zone (above, under).
PREPARING THE LID FOR THE IQ FUNCTIONS Accessories supplied (number depends on the model) with the appliance Sensor IQ Ring Tissue/wipe Installing the IQ sensor Before using the appliance for the fi rst time: onto the lid Clean the surface of the lid where you wish to attach the IQ sensor, using the alcohol wipes supplied.
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Attach the ring to the part of the lid that you have previously cleaned. Then, press on it using your fi ngers to make sure it sticks evenly to the lid. Do not attach the ring over or around the lid release valve (depending on the lid model).
OPERATION OF THE IQ FUNCTIONS Use of functions and the appliance The IQcook system automatically controls the cooking progress; however, it does not automatically switch off the functions after the end of cooking. This has to be done manually or by means of a TIMER - a countdown timer or a minute minder.
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Do not use the IQ sensor as a lid handle. Touch the cooking hob on/off key. A short beep will be emitted. Select the cooking zone (B). Activate the IQcook system by touching the fl ashing light All possible cooking programs will light up and the IQ symbol will be lit up.
COOKING MODES STEAM COOKING For optimum cooking results, we recommend using a lid without a steam release valve. (cooking time depends on the quality, amount, and type of food, as well as cookware, lid, and taste.) First fill the pot with water and then add the food (this applies to all food).
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FOOD AMOUNT OF AMOUNT OF COOKING TIME NOTE FOOD (kg) WATER (dl) (min) sauerkraut 20-30 hot dogs 0,25 8-10 whole hot dogs asparagus (frozen) 13-15 13-17 maize kernels kale 20-25 string beans 30-35 (frozen) chestnuts 28-32 clam 13-17 shrimps (frozen 13-17 tails) Chicken breast,...
POACHING This function is suitable for cooking food in liquid – water, milk, wine etc. – as the food will retain all vitamins and minerals. It is used for delicate food (fi sh, eggs, fruit, poultry) which tend of fall apart easily during cooking. The liquid in which the food is cooked can be used for sauces, gravies etc.
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nutmeg Vegeta spice mix curry vinegar grated cheese Chicken core temperature should be 75 °C cooking time = 30 minutes HERRING OR HAKE FILLET POACHED IN WINE Ingredients: 4 herring/hake fi llets 1 dl white wine dill salt pepper Vegeta spice mix 2 cloves garlic a bunch of parsley lemon juice...
SLOW COOKING Some types of food may foam during cooking. Lift the lid and stir the contents. Use a lid with a release valve! Method 1 This function is used for dishes that take longer to cook – with slow heating and maintaining the boil. Food: GOULASH, STEWS, SAUCES, RICE etc.
COOKING WITH A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER Some types of food may foam during cooking. Lift the lid and stir the contents. Use a lid with a release valve! When cooking with a large amount of water (when the symbol ( ) lights up), it is possible that the liquid is not visibly boiling yet.
DEFROSTING FROZEN FOOD This function is suitable for defrosting all types of frozen food, as well as for melting chocolate. KEEPING THE FOOD WARM This function is suitable for keeping food of any type warm. It is also suitable for preparing mulled wine.
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THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS WILL APPEAR ON THE DISPLAY DURING OPERATION: The water is not boiling yet. The water is boiling. With the IQcook functions that require the use of the lid, the system will automatically perceive if you remove the lid. The symbol () will start fl...
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With these functions, use the lid with an IQcook sensor and do not remove it from the lid during cooking. Never place a lid with an IQ sensor on the glass ceramic hob. The hob must always fit the pot or pan. Never place the lid askew to only partly cover the pan.
B - USE OF FUNCTIONS With these functions, do not use the lid with the IQ sensor. Do not remove the pot or pan from the cooking zone during cooking because this may prolong the process (except for the function Braising/ searing –...
BRAISING/SEARING Power level can be changed during operation as well. Cooking levels: Low: 150 - 170°C Medium: 175 – 190°C High: 195 – 210°C Food: COOKING ALL TYPES OF MEAT, FISH, PANCAKES, EGGS, VEGETABLES etc. Note: Pancakes - Distribute the oil evenly across the surface of the pan and place the pan on the cooking zone.
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THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS WILL APPEAR ON THE DISPLAY DURING OPERATION: Oil has not heated up yet. Oil has heated up.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible causes Solution Boil Sense function is Remove the pan from the activated. cooking zone. (out of liquid) Pan bottom is wet. Wipe the Boil Sense function is pan and restart the cooking activated. process. Place the lid back onto the pot The lid was removed.
10 degrees. Ordering additional Additional equipment and accessories can be purchased equipment at the Gorenje service unit or at an authorized service center. www.gorenje.si Accessories may be purchased individually or in bundles – code:...
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF CERAMIC- GLASS HOB Cleaning After each use of the glass-ceramic hob, wait for it to cool down and clean it; otherwise, even the smallest food residue will be burnt onto the hot surface next time you use the appliance.
Sugar and sugar-laden food may permanently damage the glass-ceramic surface (Figure 5); therefore, they should be removed from the glass-ceramic surface as soon as possible, although the cooking zone may still be hot (Figure 4). Any change in the color of the glass-ceramic surface does not aff ect its operation or the stability of the surface.
Installing the foam Before inserting the appliance into the opening in the kitchen gasket worktop, the supplied foam gasket must be attached to the lower side of the glass ceramic (glass) cooking hob (see fi gure above). Do not install the appliance without the foam gasket! The gasket should be attached to the appliance in the following way:...
Worktop cutout dimensions - SIVK6 • Cooking hobs can be installed into worktops that are 30 to 50 mm thick. • If the board is thicker than 40 mm, its inner edge should be trimmed, or ground (Figure A). Thus, suffi cient air circulation will be provided.
Lower kitchen cabinet • To enable normal operation of electronic components ventilation slots of the induction hob, suffi cient air circulation must be provided. A Lower kitchen cabinet with a drawer • An opening at least 140 mm high must be provided on the back wall of the cabinet, along its entire width.
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B Lower kitchen cabinet with an oven • Installing the oven under an induction hob is possible with oven types EVP4.., EVP2.., which are fi tted with a cooling fan. Before installing the oven, the rear wall of the kitchen cabinet should be removed. Furthermore, a minimum of 6 mm clearance should be provided at the front side, along the entire width of the cabinet.
Installation diagram The appliance is designed for two-phase connection; it can also be connected to a single phase. • Two-phase connection Install the jumper connectors on terminals 4 and 5. • Single-phase connection Install the jumper connectors on terminals 4 and 5, and terminals 1 and 2.
CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLAY • Connections may be carried out by a qualifi ed technician only. The earthing protection must comply with the standing regulations. • Connection terminals are revealed when the connection box cover is removed. • Prior any attempted connection check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate is in line with your home power supply.
G Compliance indications / symbols WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES THAT DO NOT AFFECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE APPLIANCE. Instructions for use of the appliance can also be found on our website at www.gorenje.com / < http://www.gorenje. com />...
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