Special Accessories (Not Included); Operating The Cooktop; Before Using The Appliance For The First Time; About The Appliance - Bosch HDS8045U Use And Care Manual

Special Accessories (not included)

Use:
Wok ring
Only suitable for dual-flame burners.
Use cookware with a rounded bottom.
Order number: HEZ9GW23UC
Griddle plate Use:
The griddle plate with non-stick coating
allows meals that are usually cooked in
a pan to be prepared with reduced fat.
Order number: HEZ9GR41UC

Operating the cooktop

Before Using the Appliance for the First Time

Remove all packing materials and literature from the
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cooktop surface.
Wipe with a clean, damp sponge and dry.
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There may be a slight odor during the first several
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uses. This is normal and will disappear.
Optimum cooking results depend on the proper
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cookware being selected and used. See "Choosing
Cookware - Cookware Recommendations".
Read all safety precautions and Use and Care Manual
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information prior to operating.

About the Appliance

Use the cooktop for surface cooking applications such
as boiling, frying, simmering, steaming and sautéing.
WARNING
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The burning of gas cooking fuel can create small
amounts of carbon monoxide, benzene,
formaldehyde and soot. To minimize exposure to
these substances, the burners should be adjusted
by a certified installer or authorized servicer to
ensure proper combustion. Ensure proper
ventilation with an open window or use a ventilation
fan or hood when cooking with gas. Always operate
the unit according to the instructions in this manual.
Control Knobs
The cooktop has one control knob for each burner. Push
in and turn to the left to light and set the desired heat
setting.
WARNING
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Failure to operate knobs properly may result in
personal injury and damage to the appliance.
Use:
Telescopic
rail
Pull wire rack out further without tip-
ping.
Order number: 12029918
Use:
Side panel
Side cover for appliances without adja-
cent kitchen units.
The cooktop has standard burner controls.
Symbol Meaning
off Cooking zone switched off
min Minimum power
max Maximum power
o Inner flame switched on
Inner and outer flame switched on
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To operate
Select the appropriate control knob, push in and turn
counterclockwise to the desired flame size. Turn off by
turning the control knob clockwise to off.
In Case of Power Failure
In the event of a power failure, the burners may be lit with
a match. Press the control knob for the selected burner
and turn it counterclockwise to the highest power setting.
Carefully hold a lit lighter or match against the burner.
Flame Failure Safety System
Your rangetop is equipped with a safety system that cuts
off the gas when the burners are accidently turned off. To
ensure that this device is active: Turn on the burner as
usual. Without releasing the control knob, press and hold
it in firmly for 4 seconds after lighting the flame.
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