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Read the operating instructions prior to commissioning Operating instructions Cooker To see the operating and display elements, fold out the page. Unit Type of en- Unit type Model ergy Multi-plate cooker Electric Floor-standing unit OPEHED... O7EHED... HLEHED... Countertop unit SLEKOH... 2023201-20ABBE-- en-GB Operating instructions...
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Directory of contents 1 Introduction ................. 5 1.1 About this manual ................ 5 1.1.1 Explanation of signs .................. 6 1.2 Intended use .................. 7 1.3 Warranty .................... 7 2 Safety information .............. 8 3 Description of the unit ............. 10 3.1 Overview of the unit ............... 10 3.1.1 Floor-standing unit ................... 10 3.1.2 Countertop unit ...
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Directory of contents Operating instructions...
Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 About this manual The operating instructions are part of the unit and contain information: • On safe operation, • On cleaning and care, • On remedies in case of faults. Be aware of the following notes and adhere to them: •...
Introduction 1.1.1 Explanation of signs DANGER Imminent threat of danger Failure to comply will lead to death or very severe injuries. WARNING Possible threat of danger Failure to comply can lead to death or very severe injuries. CAUTION Dangerous situation Failure to comply can lead to slight or moderately severe injuries.
Introduction 1.2 Intended use This unit is intended to be used solely for commercial purposes, particularly in commercial kitchens. This unit may only be used with suitable accessories and for the cooking of food. It is forbidden to use the unit for purposes, which include the following: •...
Safety information 2 Safety information The unit complies with applicable safety standards. Residual risks associated with operation or risks resulting from incorrect operation cannot be ruled out and are mentioned specifically in the safety instructions and warnings. The operator must be familiar with regional regulations and observe them.
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Safety information • Move the unit only for cleaning or maintenance. • Lock casters during operation. Risk of a line breaking if subjected to high tensile load • Secure the unit with a chain as a strain relief for the power connection at the installation site so that no tensile load is applied to the power connection if the unit is moved.
Description of the unit 3 Description of the unit 3.1 Overview of the unit The unit is intended for universal use in commercial kitchens for cooking food in pots and pans on a surface. Possible uses are cooking, stewing, frying, braising, boiling and combined frying and cooking.
Description of the unit 3.1.2 Countertop unit Image: 4–plate cooker a Hotplate c Nameplate b Control panel 3.2 Function of the operating and display elements Symbol Operating/display element Function "0" Output control knob • Switch off the heat zone. "1 — 6" •...
Operating the unit 4 Operating the unit CAUTION Risk of burns from hot surfaces • Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective gloves. A hotplate corresponds to a heat zone. 4.1 Tips for use In order to use the unit to its optimum and avoid heat loss: Use suitable cooking utensils.
Operating the unit 4.3 Basic functions CAUTION Risk of burns from hot surfaces • Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective gloves. The following work must be carried out before the initial commissioning: Burn in the hotplate made of steel. 4.3.1 Burning-in the hotplate Heat up the heat zone to full load during the initial commissioning in order to eliminate unpleasant smells.
Operating the unit 4.3.2 Adjusting the output CAUTION Risk of scalding from hot steam or hot food being cooked Scalding from hot escaping steam or hot food being cooked can occur, when cooking utensils are being opened, closed or moved. •...
Cleaning and caring for the unit 6 Cleaning and caring for the unit CAUTION Risk of burns from hot surfaces • Allow surfaces to cool prior to cleaning. ATTENTION Risk of physical damage from extremely abrupt cooling • Do not cool shock the unit by cooling it abruptly. ATTENTION Risk of physical damage from improper cleaning •...
Cleaning and caring for the unit 6.3 Cleaning the housing ATTENTION Risk of physical damage from improper cleaning • Do not clean the housing with highly abrasive or chemically aggressive cleaning agents. • Do not clean the housing with highly abrasive sponges. Requirement Unit switched off and cooled down Clean the housing with warm water and commercially available washing-up liquid.
Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting 7.1 Cause of failure and the remedy Failure Possible causes Remedy The unit does not heat up Output control knob on "0" setting • Set the output. Power supply interrupted • Contact the authorized technical person- nel. Output control knob or heating element is •...
Disposing of the unit in an environmentally responsible manner 9 Disposing of the unit in an environmentally responsible manner Do not dispose of unit or the unit's components together with non- recyclable waste. If the unit is disposed of together with non- recyclable waste or treated improperly, toxic substances contained in the unit can damage health and pollute the environment.
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