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Important Safety Information
Risk of Fire Hazards
Details risks of fire due to hot oil, fat, and combustible items on the hob.
Risk of Burns
Warns about hot surfaces and the need to keep children at a safe distance.
Risk of Electric Shock
Covers dangers of incorrect repairs and using high-pressure cleaners.
Malfunction Risk
Warns about storing objects in drawers under the hob that could affect the fan.
Risk of Injury
Highlights risks from overheating cookware or sudden pan movement.
Causes of Damage to the Hob
Preventing Hob Damage
Advice on preventing scratches, damage from hot pans, and melting items.
Environmental Protection and Energy Saving
Energy Saving Advice
Tips for reducing energy consumption during cooking, like using lids and matching pan sizes.
Environmentally-Friendly Disposal
Instructions for disposing of the appliance in an environmentally sound manner.
Induction Cooking Explained
Advantages of Induction Cooking
Highlights benefits like faster cooking, energy saving, and easier cleaning.
Suitable Cookware for Induction
Specifies ferromagnetic cookware types for induction hobs.
Unsuitable Cookware Types
Lists materials like glass, copper, and aluminium that are not suitable for induction.
Cookware Base Properties
Explains how base material affects heat distribution and cooking efficiency.
Pan Detection and Size Issues
Describes flashing indicators for missing or incorrect cookware and automatic shut-off.
Getting to Know Your Appliance
The Control Panel Overview
Details the symbols and layout of the hob's control panel.
The Hotplates
Describes the different types of hotplates and cookware requirements.
Operating the Appliance
Residual Heat Indicator
Explains the indicator for hotplates that are still warm after use.
Switching the Hob On and Off
Instructions for powering the hob on and off using the main switch.
Setting a Hotplate Heat
Guides on selecting heat settings from 1 to 9 for each hotplate.
Changing the Heat Setting
Instructions for adjusting the heat level of an active hotplate.
Switching Off a Hotplate
How to turn off individual hotplates using the control panel.
Chef's Recommendations
Tips and advice for optimal cooking results and techniques.
Cooking Table Recommendations
A table of recommended heat settings and cooking times for various foods.
Cooking Methods: Boiling, Steaming, Braising
Guidance on heat settings and times for these cooking techniques.
Cooking Method: Braising
Specific advice for braising dishes like roulades and pot roasts.
Roasting and Frying with Little Oil
Recommendations for frying various meats, fish, and vegetables with minimal oil.
Deep-Fat Frying Guide
Instructions for deep-fat frying products like chips and chicken nuggets.
Using the Flex Zone
Cookware Usage for Flex Zone
Guidance on centering cookware for optimal detection and heat distribution.
Flex Zone as a Single Hotplate
Instructions on linking two inductors to form one large cooking zone.
Flex Zone as Two Independent Hotplates
How to use the flexible zone as two separate cooking areas.
Time-Setting Options and Timers
Programming Cooking Time
Steps to automatically switch off a hotplate after a set duration.
Using the Kitchen Timer
Instructions for setting an independent timer for general kitchen use.
PowerBoost Function
Activating PowerBoost
How to enable the PowerBoost function for rapid heating.
Deactivating PowerBoost
Steps to turn off the PowerBoost function and return to normal heat.
Frying Sensor Function
Advantages of the Frying Sensor
Benefits of using the sensor for optimal frying temperatures and energy saving.
Using the Frying Sensor
Guidance on suitable pans and correct usage for the frying sensor.
Frying Sensor Temperature Settings
Table detailing suitable temperature settings for different frying applications.
Frying Guide Table
Lists recommended heat settings and total frying times for various foods.
Frying Potatoes Guide
Specific recommendations for frying different potato preparations.
Frying Vegetables Guide
Guidance on frying various vegetables for optimal results.
Frying Frozen Products Guide
Instructions for frying frozen items like escalopes and chicken nuggets.
Miscellaneous Frying Guide
Tips for frying items like croutons, nuts, and ready meals.
Childproof Lock Feature
Activating and Deactivating Childproof Lock
Detailed steps to lock and unlock the hob controls to prevent accidental use.
Automatic Childproof Lock Function
Explains how the childproof lock automatically activates when the hob is switched off.
Wipe Protection Feature
Using the Wipe Protection Feature
How to temporarily lock the control panel for safe cleaning.
Basic Settings Configuration
Appliance Control Settings
Configures childproof lock, power limits, and timer signal durations.
Display and Notification Settings
Manages energy consumption display, audible signals, and hotplate selection time.
Cookware Check and Reset Options
Sets cookware check results and options for restoring factory settings.
Hob Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Hob Surface
Instructions for cleaning the hob, including what to use and avoid.
Cleaning the Hob Surround
Advice on cleaning the hob surround to prevent damage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
FAQ: Using the Appliance
Answers common questions about switching on, child lock, and audible signals.
FAQ: Understanding Noises
Explains normal operational noises from induction technology and fans.
FAQ: Cookware Compatibility
Addresses issues with hotplate heating and cookware suitability.
Troubleshooting Common Faults
Troubleshooting: Display Issues
Diagnoses and solutions for various display errors and flashing indicators.
Troubleshooting: Cleaning Advice
Guidance on cleaning the hob, including specific cleaning agents.
Customer Service and Support
E-Number and FD Number Identification
How to find and provide essential appliance identification numbers for service.
Booking Engineer Visits and Product Advice
Contact details for scheduling service appointments and obtaining product information.
Test Dishes and Recipes
Test Dish: Melting Chocolate
Procedure for testing the melting function with chocolate.
Test Dishes: Stew Preparations
Procedures for testing heating and keeping warm functions with lentil stew.
Test Dish: Preparing Béchamel Sauce
Procedure for testing sauce preparation with Béchamel sauce.
Test Dishes: Grain Preparations
Procedures for cooking rice pudding and plain rice.
Test Dishes: Meat and Pancake Preparations
Procedures for roasting pork loin and preparing pancakes.
Test Dishes: Deep-Fat Frying Chips
Procedure for testing deep-fat frying with frozen chips.

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