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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF SYSTEM www.gorenje.com...
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- automatic control of hob operation - boil control - saves up to 40% of energy - actively retains nutrients, vitamins, and proteins in the food...
TABLE OF IMPORTANT NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS ..............5 CONTROL UNIT ........................ 6 PREPARING THE LID FOR THE IQ FUNCTIONS ............8 Accessories supplied with the appliance ................8 Installing the IQ sensor onto the lid ..................8 OPERATION OF THE IQ FUNCTIONS ................10 Use of functions and the appliance..................10 Cooking modes .......................
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).
CONTROL UNIT IQcook system can be used on any cooking zone by touching the IQ key. Switching the IQcook IQ functions Cooking level system on/off Symbol of medium connectivity of the lid with the system control module high Use of the symbol Description COOKING WITH A...
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(For detailed description of the functions 4, 5, 6, 7, see instructions Built-in Induction Glass TIMER Ceramic Hob). Lock - Child Switching the STOP/GO Setting the lock hob on/off (stop/go) clock (+/-) When active, all When the hob is The function stops Minute minder switched on, there the operation of...
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 on/off key. A short beep will be emitted. TIMER Activate the IQcook system by touching the IQ key of the selected cooking zone. will be displayed and all available cooking programs will light up slightly.
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After several seconds, the symbol will be fully lit and a beep will be heard. The connection is now established and the cooking process will begin.
COOKING MODES 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.
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Symbol ( ) is fully lit and it is not necessary to select it (the dimly lit symbol will go out after fi ve seconds and method 1 will be selected). When the water is brought to the boil (with the lid in place), the symbol will be lit and a beep will be heard.
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.
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Symbol ( ) will be fully lit and it is not necessary to select it (the dimly lit symbol will go out after fi ve seconds and method 1 will be selected). When the water is brought to the boil (with the lid in place), the symbol will be lit and a beep will be heard.
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).
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 –...
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The amount of oil should not reach higher than one half of the pan side wall as some types of food will make the oil foam. max 1/2 Always place the pan with cool oil on the cooking zone. If the IQ system is deactivated during cooking when the oil has already heated up, and then reactivate the system and change the settings, then the operation can be extended.
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.
THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS WILL APPEAR ON THE DISPLAY DURING OPERATION: Oil has not heated up yet. Oil has heated up. Switching off the For each cooking zone, cooking time can be set using the MINUTE MINDER or COUNTDOWN functions and the TIMER.
SETTING THE CLOCK Using the minute minder Not connected to the cooking zone. 1. Touch (+/-). The dot will light up. 2. Use (+) and (–) to set the clock. First, set the minutes; then, the clock will automatically move on to allow setting the hour, and the symbol (min) will light 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:...
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