V-ZUG Toptronic Operating Instructions Manual

V-ZUG Toptronic Operating Instructions Manual

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V ZUG LTD
Glass ceramic hob
Toptronic
Operating instructions

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  • Page 1 V ZUG LTD Glass ceramic hob Toptronic Operating instructions...
  • Page 2: Symbols Used

    The model number corresponds to the first three digits on the identification plate. These operating instructions apply to the following models: Type Model no. Type Model no. GK45TE/C/F/U GK45TEXC/F GK45TEV/C/F/U GK45TER/C/F/U Deviations depending on the model are noted in the text. © V-ZUG LTD, CH-6301 Zug, 2007...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety precautions Before using for the first time ..... . 5 Correct use ........6 Children in the home .
  • Page 4 … Contents Trouble shooting What to do if … ......28 Technical data Disposal Index...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology stand ards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and acci dents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions. In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, un- less they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appli-...
  • Page 6: Correct Use

    … Safety precautions Correct use The appliance is designed for use in the home for preparing food. No liability is assumed for any damage caused by improper or incorrect use. The appliance is not to be used as a room heater. Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any elec- trically live parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Ser- vices or similarly qualified persons.
  • Page 7: Use

    … Safety precautions When using the cooking zone for the first few times, an unpleasant smell may be given off. This is normal for brand new appliances. Ensure that the room is well ventilated. If the appliance is visibly damaged, do not use it. Contact our Customer Services. If the appliance is not operating properly or if cracks caused by an extreme me- chanical impact appear on the surface, disconnect the appliance from the mains immediately.
  • Page 8 … Safety precautions How to avoid damaging the appliance The surface is resistant to heat (up to 650 °C) and fluctuations in temperature. It is also shock and scratch resistant to a certain degree. Nevertheless, please observe the following precautions in order to avoid damaging the appliance. In case of overheating, switch the appliance off and allow it to cool down com- pletely.
  • Page 9: Your Appliance

    Your appliance Appliance description Automatic boost Control panel with separate touch control and display element for each cooking zone Electronic energy regulator with 9 power levels Operating time Timer Automatic safety shut-off Pause cooking Childproof lock Acoustic signal Cooking zone markings Construction GK45TEC, GK45TEU, GK45TEF One ø...
  • Page 10 … Your appliance GK45TEXC, GK45TEXF Two ø 180 mm single ring cooking zones One ø 140 mm single ring cooking zone One ø 210/140 mm dual ring cooking zone GK45TEVC, GK45TEVU, GK45TEVF Two ø 180 mm single ring cooking zones One bridge heating element forming a frying zone/warming surface One ø...
  • Page 11 … Your appliance GK45TERC/GK45TERU/GK45TERF Two ø 180 mm single ring cooking zones One bridge heating element forming a frying zone/warming surface One ø 140 mm single ring cooking zone One ø 210/140 mm dual ring cooking zone...
  • Page 12: Operating And Display Elements

    … Your appliance Operating and display elements Touch buttons 1 Appliance ON / OFF 2 Pause cooking ON / OFF 3 Increase power 4 Reduce power 5 Outer heating ring 6 Frying zone 7 Bridge heating element 8 Increase operating time 9 Reduce operating time Displays 10 Cooking zone power level...
  • Page 13: Layout Of The Cooking Zones

    … Your appliance Residual heat indicator After switching the cooking zone off, will continue to be shown in the display as long as there is a significant burning hazard. To save energy, switch the cooking zone off before the end of the cooking time (and use the residual heat).
  • Page 14: User Settings

    User settings Childproof lock The childproof lock is to prevent the appliance being accidentally switched on. Switching the childproof lock on Ensure all cooking zones are switched off. Press the touch button to switch the appliance on. – flashes in the power level displays. Hold the touch button depressed and at the same time depress the touch...
  • Page 15: Acoustic Signal

    … User settings Acoustic signal An acoustic signal is emitted whenever a button is touched (factory setting). The acous- tic signal can be turned off. Switching off Ensure all cooking zones are switched off. Press the touch button to switch the appliance on. Hold the touch button depressed for about 3 seconds.
  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation The individual cooking zones are all operated in the same way. When the appliance is switched off, all the displays are dark (stand-by mode), except for the residual heat indicator should any cooking zone still be hot. Switching the cooking zone on Press the touch button to switch the appliance on.
  • Page 17: Pause Cooking

    … Operation Switching the cooking zone off Press the touch button repeatedly until appears in the display. If no other touch button is pressed and the other cooking zones are switched off, the appliance switches off automatically after 10 seconds. Switching the appliance off The appliance can be switched off at any time.
  • Page 18: Switching The Outer Heating Ring On And Off

    … Operation Switching the outer heating ring on and off Switching the dual ring cooking zone on, switch- es the inner heating ring A and the outer heating ring B on. The outer heating ring is shown by the indicator light next to the touch button.
  • Page 19: Automatic Boost

    … Operation Automatic boost Do not leave the appliance unattended when the automatic boost function is on. Smaller amounts of food or liquid can get hot very quickly! All the cooking zones are equipped with an automatic boost function. With this func- tion, a cooking zone works at full power for a certain length of time (see table).
  • Page 20: Operating Time

    … Operation Operating time Do not leave the hob unattended during the operating time. Risk of boiling over, burning and igniting! With the operating time function, the cooking zone switches off automatically after a set time (between1 and 99 minutes). This function can be used with all the cooking zones, though not at the same time.
  • Page 21 … Operation Switching the cooking zone off before time Press the touch button for the required cooking zone repeatedly until appears in the display. – The operating time function is off. – If none of the other cooking zones are in use, the appliance switches off auto- matically after 10 seconds.
  • Page 22: Timer

    … Operation Timer The timer functions like an egg timer (1–99 minutes). The following points must be observed. The appliance must be switched on. The cooking zones may be switched on, but no operating time should be entered. Press the touch button for the operating time 1×.
  • Page 23: Cookware

    … Operation Cookware The base of the cookware should have no sharp rims or edges. Only use cast iron cookware if it has a smooth enamelled base. Electric cookware with a stable base are suitable for use with the glass ceramic hob.
  • Page 24: Safety Features

    Safety features Automatic safety shut off The appliance is equipped with an automatic safety shut-off, whereby, depending on the power level being used, the cooking zones switch off automatically after the follo- wing cooking times. Power level Time in hours 1–2 3–4 6–9...
  • Page 25: Control Panel Monitoring

    … Safety features Control panel monitoring If a button is touched for longer than 5 seconds (e.g. because an object is standing on it or because food has boiled over on to it), the corresponding cooking zone swit- ches off automatically. –...
  • Page 26: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. Cleaning During and after cleaning, ensure no cooking zone has inadvertently been left on. Remove any soiling as quickly as possible. Dried-up or burned-on food residue is harder to clean off. Clean the surface with a soft cloth or sponge, water and a suitable detergent and conditioner.
  • Page 27 … Cleaning and maintenance Remove limescale stains (yellow discolouration) with a small amount of limescale remover (e.g. vinegar, lemon juice, descaler). For stronger stains, allow the solu- tion to work longer. Wipe clean with a clean, damp cloth. Use of improper cleaning techniques can result in damage to the markings or surface. Damage of this type cannot be reversed through cleaning.
  • Page 28: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble shooting What to do if … … when operating the cooking zone for the very first time, an unpleasant smell is produced Possible cause Solution This is normal for brand new Ensure the room is well ventilated. appliances. The smell will wear off after the appliance has been in use for a few hours.
  • Page 29 … Trouble-shooting … the appliance is not working and the displays are not lit up Possible cause Solution The fuse or circuit breaker Change the fuse. for electrical installations in Reset the circuit breaker. the home is defective. The fuse or circuit breaker Call Customer Services.
  • Page 30 … Trouble-shooting … appears in the back left display, in the back right display and a number in the front two displays Possible cause Solution Various situations can lead Note down the error number. to an «Er» error message. Call Customer Services.
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Technical data Electrical connection Voltage: 400 V 2~ 50 Hz Fuse: 16 A Voltage: 400 V 3~ 50 Hz Fuse: 10 A Connected load GK45TEC/GK45TEU/GK45TEF 6500 W GK45TEXC/GK45TEXF 7000 W GK45TEVC/GK45TEVU/GK45TEVF/ 7800 W GK45TERC/GK45TERU/GK45TERF Dimensions (H × W × D) GK45TEC 55 ×...
  • Page 32: Disposal

    Disposal Packaging All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked accordingly and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and dis- posed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be car- ried out by a qualified electrician! Safety Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, especially...
  • Page 33: Index

    Index Accessories Heating ring Ordering ......35 Switching on/off....18 Acoustic signal ......15 Appliance description....9 Automatic boost ......19 Indicator lights......12 Automatic safety shut-off ....24 Maintenance ......26 Childproof lock ......14 Malfunction ......35 Cleaning........26 Construction .......
  • Page 34 … Index Safety ........32 Technical data ......31 Safety features ......24 Timer ........22 Safety precautions Touch buttons ......12 Before using for the first time ..5 Trouble-shooting ......28 Children in the home ....6 Correct use......6 Use........
  • Page 35: Repair Service

    Open fitted unit underneath. – The identification plate is located behind the front panel. If the appliance is not working properly, contact your nearest V-ZUG LTD service centre using freephone 0800 850 850 and stand in close proximity to the appliance.
  • Page 36: Quick Instructions

    Quick instructions Please read the safety precautions in these operating instructions! To switch the appliance on Press the touch button. To select a cooking zone Set the power level within 10 seconds using the touch button. If necessary, switch the outer heating ring off using the touch button.

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