First Time Use - KitchenAid KHIMS 36500 Quick Reference Manual

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POTS AND PANS
Only use pots and pans made from ferromagnetic material which are suitable for
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use with induction hobs� To determine whether a pot is suitable, check for the
whether pots are magnetic�
The quality and the structure of the pot base can alter cooking performance�
Some indications for the diameter of the base do not correspond to the actual diameter of the
ferromagnetic surface�
EMPTY POTS OR POTS WITH A THIN BASE
Do not use empty pots or pans when the hob is on�
The hob is equipped with an internal safety system that constantly monitors the temperature, activating
the "automatic off" function where high temperatures are detected� When used with empty pots or
pots with thin bases, the temperature may rise very quickly, and the "automatic off" function may be
triggered with a slight delay, damaging the pot or pan� If this occurs, do not touch anything, and wait
for all components to cool down�
If any error messages appear, call the service centre�
MINIMUM DIAMETER OF POT/PAN BASE FOR THE DIFFERENT COOKING AREAS

First time use

SETTING THE POWER
At the time of purchase, the hob is set to the maximum possible power (nL)� The maximum power level
(nL) is printed on the identification plate on the bottom of the hob.
To set the power of the hob:
Once you have connected the device to the mains power supply, you can set the power level within 60 seconds�
• Press the "+" button for at least 3 seconds� On the screen, the
• Press the button until the last power level selected appears�
• Use the "+" and "–" buttons to select the desired power level�
The power levels available are: 2�5 kW – 4�0 kW – 6�0 kW – 7�2 kW�
• Confirm by pressing
The power level selected will stay in the memory even if the power supply is interrupted�
To change the power level, disconnect the appliance from the mains for at least 60 seconds, then plug
it back in and repeat the steps above�
If an error occurs during the setting sequence, the
this happens, repeat the operation�
If the error persists, contact the After-Sales Service�
symbol (usually stamped on the bottom)� A magnet may be used to check
160 mm
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130 mm 180 mm
symbol will be displayed�
symbol will appear, and you will hear a beep� If
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