Table of contents 1 Introduction........................................Help displayed on the unit ..................................Product warranty......................................Target group ........................................Intended use ........................................Working with this manual ..................................1.5.1 Explanation of symbols..................................1.5.2 Explanation of pictograms ................................1.5.3 Explanation of safety messages ..............................1.5.4 Images........................................
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5.2.6 Dairy foods and desserts................................. 28 5.2.7 Finishing ....................................... 29 Conditions, information and warnings ..............................29 Cooking food intelligently ..................................31 5.4.1 Calling up intelligent cooking process............................31 5.4.2 Starting intelligent cooking process ............................31 Adjusting cooking result to own requirements........................... 32 5.5.1 Cooking parameters ..................................
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8.1.3 Edit ticket board....................................49 Pan division ........................................50 8.2.1 Presetting pan divisions .................................. 50 8.2.2 Creating your own pan divisions ..............................51 8.2.3 Divide the pan into zones................................52 Pan allocation......................................... 53 8.3.1 Preset pan allocation..................................53 8.3.2 Creating your own pan allocations............................... 53 Cooking food with iZoneControl ................................
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11.7.4 Export and import images ................................66 11.7.5 Delete all own images ..................................66 11.7.6 Export and import profiles................................66 11.7.7 Delete all own profiles ..................................66 11.7.8 Export and import basic unit settings............................66 11.7.9 Delete all user data .................................... 67 11.7.10 Export error statistics log................................
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14.1 Search assistant......................................80 14.2 Help displayed on the unit ..................................80 14.3 Telephone help......................................80 14.4 Help in a service call..................................... 80 14.4.1 Automatically transferring service data to ConnectedCooking................... 80 14.4.2 Retrieving service data..................................80 14.5 Problem resolution ...................................... 81 14.5.1 Messages during cooking ................................
This unit may not be used outdoors. This unit may not be used for continuous industrial mass production of food. All other uses are contrary to the intended purpose, and may be dangerous. RATIONAL AG assumes no liability for the consequences of using the unit contrary to the intended use.
1 | Introduction a. This symbol marks a list. 1.5.2 Explanation of pictograms The following pictograms are used in this document: Caution! Read the operating instructions before using the unit. General warning symbol Useful tips for simple use of your unit. 1.5.3 Explanation of safety messages If you see the following safety messages, you are being warned about hazardous situations and instructed to avoid...
2 | The iVario The iVario Gasket Core temperature probes Pan lid Steam nozzles Arm for automatic raising and lowering mechanism (accessory) Automatic water refill Locking system (optional) Display Central dial Power outlet (optional) Pan valve USB port Hand shower (optional) L model XL model Please note that units without a pressure cooking function have a steam nozzle.
Your unit must be maintained by your RATIONAL Service Partner. Do not modify the unit or the unit installation undertaken by your RATIONAL Service Partner. Do not use the unit if it is damaged. A damaged unit is not safe and can cause damage or fire.
3 | General safety instructions – Do not fill the preheated pan with cold water. – Tilt the pan slowly and carefully when full. Jerky movements may cause hot food to spill out. – Only touch the unit on the control panel and the handle on the pan lid when in operation.
Initial start-up When starting up your unit for the first time, it has already been properly installed by a RATIONAL Service Partner. The unit is therefore ready for operation. You can find all the information on installation in the installation manual enclosed.
4 | How to work with the unit Start screen Programming mode iZoneControl iCookingSuite Height adjustment Home Search assistant Manual operating modes Favourites Intelligent modes Cooking methods Actions Back / Abort Help Date, time, status Settings iZoneControl [} 47] Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite [} 24] Home If you press this button, you will be navigated to the start screen.
4 | How to work with the unit 4.3.1 Favourite You can save intelligent cooking paths and programs you use often as favourites and call them up from the home screen. This can give you fast access to the dishes on a seasonal menu, for example. 1.
4 | How to work with the unit Symbol Function Open pan lid automatically [} 17] Close pan lid [} 17] Tilting pan [} 19] Lowering pan [} 19] Automatic water filling [} 18] Open pan drain valve [} 19] Close pan drain valve [} 19] Interacting with the unit NOTICE Incorrect operation of the display The display could be damaged if you operate it with a sharp object.
The pan lid can be opened and closed only with jerky movements If the pan lid mechanism is defective, there is a risk of injury. 1. Open the pan lid fully and leave open. 2. Contact your RATIONAL Service Partner. Open pan lid 1. Press and hold the button:...
4 | How to work with the unit > CAUTION! Scalding hazard! If the unit is in operation, hot steam may surge out of the pan. As long as you keep the button pressed, the pan lid is automatically opened. When you release the button, the opening of the pan lid stops.
4 | How to work with the unit Tilting and lowering pan Tilting pan WARNING Hot food may overflow if the pan is tilted You could burn yourself if you touch hot overflowing food. 1. Wear personal protective equipment to prevent burns and scalding. 2.
4 | How to work with the unit 1. To open the pan drain valve, press and hold the button: > The pan drain valve will open. 2. To close the pan drain valve, press the button: > The pan drain valve will close. >...
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4 | How to work with the unit 1. Insert the core probe up to the handle into the thickest point of the food. Small food item, e.g. goulash 1. Insert the core probe into as many pieces of food until the core probe is full with food from the tip to the handle.
4 | How to work with the unit Food of different sizes 1. First insert the core probe into the smallest piece of the food. 2. Once the desired core temperature has been reached, remove the small pieces of food from the core probe and from the pan.
4 | How to work with the unit NOTICE Improper handling of the hand shower If you pull the hand shower out beyond the maximum hose length or rip the hose, the automatic retraction system of the hand shower may be damaged. Then hand shower will no longer automatically retract into the housing.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite The iCookingSuite is the cooking intelligence in the iVario. You select which food is to be cooked with which cooking method. With this selection, a wide range of cooking processes will be offered so you can achieve the ideal cooking result.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Soups and sauces Egg dishes Dairy foods and desserts A specific set of intelligent cooking paths is assigned to each operating mode. Intelligent cooking processes 5.2.1 Meat Fry natural + breaded Select this cooking process if you want to pan fry meat pieces. Steam Select this cooking process if you want to steam meat pieces.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Low temperature braising Select this cooking process, if you want to braise meat pieces, which are typically cooked in sauce, overnight, or if you are not staying in the kitchen. The recommended core temperature in the low temperature braising cooking path is lower than in the braise cooking path.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Boil potatoes Select this cooking process if you want to boil potatoes. Boil potatoes under pressure Select this cooking path if you want to cook potatoes under pressure. Boiling Select this cooking process if you want to boil or blanch vegetables or side dishes in stock or water. Boil under pressure Select this cooking path if you would like to boil side dishes and vegetables under pressure.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Pancakes Select this cooking process if you want to cook pancakes or blinis. Scrambled eggs Select this cooking process if you want to cook scrambled eggs. Fried eggs Select this cooking process if you want to cook fried eggs. Tamagoyaki Select this cooking path if you would like to prepare Japanese Tamagoyaki.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Deep-fry Select this cooking process if you want to fry desserts in fat. Boiled fruits Select this cooking process if you want to cook fruit compote from fresh or frozen fruit, marmalades, jams or chutneys.
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5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Tilt the pan fully You have deep-fried food in the pan and did not raise the pan fully to drain the frying oil. 1. Tilt the pan fully [} 19]. 2. Remove all the fat or oil. 3.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Cooking food intelligently 5.4.1 Calling up intelligent cooking process You can call up an intelligent cooking process in 3 ways: Via iCookingSuite Via the programming mode [} 55] Via the search assistant [} 80] iCookingSuite 1. Press the button in the menu bar: >...
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite > The intelligent cooking process will start and the pan will be preheated to the defined temperature. 4. Set the desired cooking result using the cooking parameters [} 32]. > After a short time, the display in the Cockpit [} 36] will switch. 5.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Select small for eggs weighing less than 53 g. Select large for eggs weighing more than 64 g. Cooking time With this cooking parameter, you can set the time in which the food will reach the desired cooking result or the desired cooking level.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Core probe in cooking liquid You will be prompted to place the core probe in the cooking liquid. Fill up with oil You will be prompted to fill the oil into the pan. Insert pan base rack You will be prompted to place the roasting rack into the pan.
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5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite 1. To display the options, press the button: + New batch With this option, you can load the unit with a new batch and continue the cooking process with the defined cooking parameters. Time continued With this option, the cooking process will continue for a certain time.
5 | Intelligent cooking - iCookingSuite Hold With this option, the temperature is held at the set value. If you select this option, the food will be held at the preset temperature or the core temperature. This prevents overcooking. To keep cooking losses as low as possible, it is recommended that the food only be left in the pan with the Hold option for a short time.
6 | Manual cooking Manual cooking With the manual modes, the iVario supports you in your personal craftmanship. When selecting the mode, you select whether you want to boil, fry or deep-fry the food. Then you set the pan temperature and cooking time and make all the necessary decisions yourself. This gives you control to ensure the food is cooked exactly as you want it.
6 | Manual cooking Level 3: rolling boil 6.2.2 Additional functions Preheat With this additional function, the pan is preheated to a defined temperature. Gentle cooking With this additional function, the pan is heated in such a way that delicate food such as milk does not stick. When you start this function, the ideal pan temperature will be set automatically.
6 | Manual cooking 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button 3. Set the temperature of the pan base. > The PowerBoost level 1 is automatically activated. You can change the PowerBoost level, select the gentle cooking function or the Delta-T cooking funciton.
6 | Manual cooking 6.4.3 Frying food 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button 3. Set the temperature of the pan base. > You can now decide whether you want to cook food using cooking time or core temperature. Please note that only one of the two cooking parameters can be selected.
6 | Manual cooking This will prevent fire hazards: – Observe the permissible fill level in the pan and do not exceed it. – Never pour water into hot oil or fat. – Remove food residue and contaminants in oil or fat on a regular basis. –...
6 | Manual cooking 1. Take the oil cart to the unit. 2. Swing the outlet pipe over the pan, so that oil or grease can safely run into the pan. 3. Apply the parking brakes of the oil cart. 4.
7. Set the temperature of the pan base. NOTICE! If the oil or fat reaches a temperature of 230 °C because of a technical problem, the unit will automatically witch off for your safety. Contact your RATIONAL Service Partner to put the unit back into operation.
In this case, RATIONAL recommends you start a cooking process with pressure and with the minimum fill volume of water once per week. This will help to maintain the pressure cooking functionality.
7 | Pressure cooking (optional) – After pressure cooking, carefully open the pan lid. Hot food can foam or splash out. Prompts The following additional prompts are displayed while you are pressure cooking. Complying with maximum fill capacity You will be asked to confirm that you have not exceeded the maximum fill capacity in the pan.Click here for more information: Fill levels [} 16] 1.
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7 | Pressure cooking (optional) 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button > The unit is heating up. 3. To cook food with the cooking time, press the button: 4. Set the cooking time. 5. To cook the food with the core temperature, press the button: 6.
8 | iZoneControl iZoneControl With iZoneControl you can divide the pan base into individual heating zones and operate these with different temperatures; unused surfaces can even stay cold. You specify the desired result and start the cooking process for each heating zone. The heating zone will now be heated to the optimal temperature leading to your desired result. NOTICE The temperature difference between the zones should not be more than 130 °C.
8 | iZoneControl 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button > The preset tickets are displayed. >> You can now place [} 54] the tickets or create your own tickets [} 48]. 8.1.2 Creating your own tickets You can add any desired manual operating mode, any intelligent cooking path or any programme to the ticket board.
8 | iZoneControl Saving the ticket board 1. To give the ticket board a name, press the button: 2. To only add the ticket to the ticket board temporarily, press the button: 3. To save the ticket board, press the button: >>...
8 | iZoneControl Programming mode 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button behind the desired programme or shopping cart: 3. Press the button 4. Press the button in the menu bar: 5. Press the button >...
8 | iZoneControl 8.2.2 Creating your own pan divisions 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button 3. Press the button 4. Press the button 5. Either scroll through the list of possible zones or press buttons 1, 2, 3 or 4 to sort the list of possible zones. 6.
8 | iZoneControl 4. To confirm the zone, press the button: 5. To delete a zone, press the button: 6. To save the pan division, press the button: Deleting pan divisions 1. To delete a pan division, press the button: Saving pan divisions 1.
8 | iZoneControl Pan allocation 8.3.1 Preset pan allocation 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button > The preset pan allocations are displayed. 3. Select the desired pan allocation. 4. Press on the pan surface. >>...
8 | iZoneControl 8.4.1 Manual operating modes 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Select the pan or the desired zone. 3. Press the button in the menu bar: > The manual modes are displayed. 4. Select the desired operating mode. >...
9 | Programming mode Programming mode In the programming mode, you can create, save and manage your own manual programmes [} 55], intelligent cooking paths [} 56] and shopping carts [} 58]. All the manual modes, intelligent cooking processes and preset shopping carts are available for this. Create new programme Manual modes Shopping cart...
9 | Programming mode 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button + New element 3. Press the button > An overview of the available cooking steps is displayed. 4. Select the desired cooking steps and drag them into the lower area.NOTICE! Only certain cooking steps can be combined.
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9 | Programming mode 1. Press the button in the menu bar: 2. Press the button + New element 3. Press the button > You will be asked what you want to program. 4. Select one of the following options: Cooking mode Mode and cooking method Cooking methods...
9 | Programming mode > Depending on the selected cooking process, the adjustable cooking parameters and additional functions will be displayed. The standard settings of the cooking process are marked with the following symbol: 3. Adjust the cooking parameters as required. 4.
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9 | Programming mode 3. Press the button >> The manual program is displayed on the ticket board. You can now place the ticket as usual. Intelligent cooking processes 1. To start an intelligent cooking path, press the desired programme. >...
10 | Switch between operating modes Switch between operating modes With the iVario you can easily switch between the manual cooking, iCookingSuite and iZoneControl modes at any time. This means that you have the optimal mix of automatic, labour-saving cooking intelligence and individually desired control options.
11 | Settings Settings You can permanently change the factory settings on your unit to suit your requirements. 1. Press the button > The overview of all possible settings is shown: Favourite [} 61] Display [} 61] Light [} 63] Sound [} 63] cooking system [} 64] Cooking [} 64] Cleaning Data management [} 65]...
11 | Settings > A calendar is displayed. 2. Select the desired date. >> The date is automatically adopted. Time 1. Press the button Time > The time is displayed. 2. Press the time. 3. Set the desired time. >> The time is automatically adopted.
11 | Settings 11.3 Light 1. Press the button 2. Press the button Light 11.3.1 Display brightness Here you can adjust the display brightness on a scale from 0 - 100%. 1. Press the button Display brightness 2. Select the desired value on the scale. >>...
11 | Settings > The sound will play. 3. If you want to switch off the sound, press the button:OUT 4. To apply the setting, press the following button on the icon bar: >> You will return to the overview. Your setting will be displayed. 11.4.5 Process interruption/error found Here you can set which sound or melody you would like to sound when an error is detected.
11 | Settings 11.6.2 Secondary country cuisine You can add an additional country cuisine to the primary country cuisine. This allows you to prepare typical dishes from 2 countries at the same time. This is an advantage, for example, if your restaurant wants to offer a special weekly menu with another country cuisine.
11 | Settings >> A message will confirm that all programs have been deleted. 11.7.4 Export and import images Here you can import and export all images you have created. Import images 1. Connect a USB flash drive containing the images to the unit. 2.
11 | Settings 1. Press the button Export basic unit settings >> The basic unit settings are saved on the USB stick. Import basic unit settings 1. Connect a USB stick on which the already exported basic unit settings are connected to the unit. 2.
Information on the unit model ChefLine [} 80] Hotline - Service [} 80] Service levels This function is only available to RATIONAL service partners. Software update info [} 68] Installed software version [} 68] 11.10.1 Information on unit model Here you will find the name of your unit and which software version is installed on it.
5. Enter a password and press the Enter key on the keyboard. Document the password and protect it against access from unauthorised third parties. If you forget the password, you can no longer access the settings. In this case, please contact your RATIONAL service partner. >...
12 | Kitchen management 16. Press in the icon bar to return to the overview of user profiles. Customise the menu bar Define which functions and intelligent assistants should be displayed in the menu bar. 1. Press the button Customise the menu bar 2.
12 | Kitchen management 12.1.4 Delete profile You can delete all profiles except the administrator profile that is assigned by default. You have created a profile [} 69]. 1. Press the button Edit profile 2. Select the desired profile. 3. Press the button Profile settings 4.
12 | Kitchen management Connecting units with ConnectedCooking. 12.3.1 Connect network cable Your unit is optionally equipped with a network connection. To connect your unit to the network and to protect the unit from water jets from all sides, use a network cable with the following properties: Network cable category 6 Maximum plug length of 45 mm Plug diameter of 18.5 mm...
ConnectedCooking is the most modern network solution by RATIONAL. Whether you use one or more RATIONAL units, ConnectedCooking offers you completely new and convenient application options. The only thing you need to do is connect your RATIONAL unit to a network and register at connectedcooking.com. Operating instructions...
12 | Kitchen management In ConnectedCooking you can see the online status, the operational statistics and whether the HACCP requirements are complied with at a glance. The following features are also available: Push notifications Whether it’s a load, ready or service notification, all information will be conveniently sent to you in real time, exactly where you want it.
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12 | Kitchen management 3. To activate the Download software updates automatically function, press the button: 4. Press the button 5. Press the button Service 6. Press the button Software update info 7. Press the button Start installation >> The software update is carried out and the unit is restarted. Software update by USB stick You have connected a USB stick to the unit on which there is a software update.
13 | Care Care 13.1 General safety instructions Prior to cleaning works, disconnect the unit from the power supply. Wear tight-fitting protective glasses and chemical-safe protective gloves while cleaning the unit. Remove all care products and residues of care products before heating up the unit and cooking food in it.
13 | Care 13.4 Cleaning the pan CAUTION If the pan base is hot, cold cleaning water can heat up quickly and spray from the pan You may scald yourself if you touch hot spraying water. 1. Leave the pan to cool down by itself. Do not try to cool it quickly using cold water or ice. Gasket Core temperature probes Automatic water refill...
13 | Care Cleaning the automatic water refill 1. Clean the automatic water refill with detergent and a soft sponge every morning and night. Cleaning the pan valve 1. Open the pan valve. 2. Unscrew the pan valve. 3. Clean the opening, the lid and the gasket of the pan valve with a sponge. 4.
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13 | Care Cleaning the pressure cooking system 1. Clean the pan [} 77]. 2. Fill the pan with water up to the minimum fill volume. 3. Close the pan lid. 4. Press the button in the menu bar: 5. Press the button 6.
Our units are reliable and have a long service life. Should customers ever encounter technical issues; our RATIONAL Service Partners will provide fast, efficient assistance. Guaranteed spare parts supply and a weekend call-out team included. You will find the number at rational-online.com.
For all error messages, please contact your RATIONAL Service Partner. Always have the serial number of your unit and the version number of the installed software ready. You will find both numbers in the error message.
2. Press the button RESET/ON >> The LED TEST/OFF lights up and the power socket is working again. If the LED does not light up again, please contact your RATIONAL service partner. Please regularly check the functionality of the socket. 82 / 92...
You can perform the following maintenance work yourself: Replacing the pan lid gasket [} 83] Replacing the pan drain valve gasket [} 83] If the network cable on your unit is defective, it may only be replaced by RATIONAL or your RATIONAL Service Partner. 15.1...
16 | Decommissioning and disposal Decommissioning and disposal 16.1 Decommissioning Contact your RATIONAL Service Partner if you would like to decommission the unit. 16.2 Disposal Old units contain recyclable materials. Dispose of old units in an environmentally sound way using the appropriate disposal systems.
175 °C. As a manufacturer, RATIONAL guarantees that the set temperature is maintained to the exact degree and does not exceed its set point.
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17 | Technical data Directive 2011/65/EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, including 2015/863/EU This unit meets the following European standards: EN 60335-1:2020 + A1:2013 + A2:2016 + C1:2016 EN 60335-2-36:2017 EN 60335-2-37:2017 EN 60335-2-39:2002 + A1 EN 60335-2-47:2002 + A1 + A2 EN 61000-3-11:2000...
Index Operating units with smartphone 73 Operating units without smartphone 73 Frying 41 Register the unit without smartphone 74 Register with smartphone 74 Consommés 28 Basket 33, 38 Continuous operation 33 Boil 36 Control panel Eggs 27 Clean central dial 78 Meat 25...
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Red meat 32 Residual time 34 Gentle cooking 38 Risotto 27 Roasting Nuts and seeds 29 Hand shower 22 Spray 22 Hold 36 Sauces Hold core temperature 36 Bound sauces 28 Convenience sauces 28 Stock 28 Insert roasting rack 34 Size of food 32 Soups...
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