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V-ZUG GK36TI Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 V-ZUG Ltd Glass ceramic hob Induction Operating instructions...
  • Page 2 The model number corresponds to the first 3 digits on the identification plate. These operating instructions apply to the models: Type Model no. GK36TI/C/F GK46TI/C/F Variations depending on the model are noted in the text. © V-ZUG Ltd, CH-6301 Zug, 2011...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Safety precautions 1.1 Symbols used ..........4 1.2 General safety precautions .

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Symbols used Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe said precautions can result in injury or in damage to the appliance or fittings! Information and precautions that should be observed. Information on disposal. Information about the Operating Instructions. Indicates step-by-step instructions.

  • Page 5: General Safety Precautions

    1 Safety precautions General safety precautions • Read the operating instructions before using the appliance for the first time! • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

  • Page 6: Appliance-Specific Safety Precautions

    1 Safety precautions Appliance-specific safety precautions • WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the mains to avoid possible electric shock. • WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts get hot during use. Be careful not to touch the heating elements.
  • Page 7 1 Safety precautions • WARNING: It can be dangerous to leave the hob unattended when cooking with fat or oil, as this can lead to fires. NEVER attempt to extinguish a fire with water. Instead, switch the appliance off and then carefully smother the flames with a lid or a fire blanket.

  • Page 8: Disclaimer

    1 Safety precautions Disclaimer • Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as well as affect the functioning of the appliance.
  • Page 9 1 Safety precautions • Do not climb onto the appliance. • Do not put hot cookware on the hob frame in order not to damage the silicon joints. • Always ensure that the base of the cookware and the surface of the hob are clean and dry before use.

  • Page 10: Disposal

    1 Safety precautions Disposal Packaging Danger of suffocation! Packaging materials (e.g. plastic, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Keep packaging materials away from children. All packaging material is marked and should be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection Pull the plug out of the mains socket or have the appliance disconnected ➤...

  • Page 11: Using For The First Time

    Using for the first time • The appliance must be installed and connected to the mains supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/electrician carry out the necessary work. • A cooking zone can give off an unpleasant smell during the first few hours of use.

  • Page 12: Your Appliance

    Your appliance Appliance overview GK36TI, GK36TIC, GK36TIF • 1 cooking zone ø 250 mm • 1 cooking zone ø 210 mm • 1 cooking zone ø 145 mm GK46TI, GK46TIC, GK46TIF • 1 cooking zone ø 210 mm • 2 cooking zones ø 180 mm...

  • Page 13: Operating And Display Elements

    3 Your appliance Operating and display elements GK36TI… Touch buttons Appliance ON/OFF Increase power level/operating time Reduce power level/operating time PowerPlus ON/OFF Pause cooking ON/OFF Displays 1 Cooking zone indicator lights for the operating time 2 Operating time/timer 3 Cooking zone power level...
  • Page 14 3 Your appliance GK46TI… Touch buttons Appliance ON/OFF Increase power level/operating time Reduce power level/operating time PowerPlus ON/OFF Pause cooking ON/OFF Displays 1 Cooking zone indicator lights for the operating time 2 Operating time/timer 3 Cooking zone power level 4 Pause activated...

  • Page 15: How Induction Hobs Function

    3 Your appliance How induction hobs function Induction hobs work very differently from conventional hobs or hot plates. The induction coils under the glass ceramic plate produce a rapidly changing magnetic field which directly heats up the magnetic base of the cookware. The glass ceramic plate is only warmed by the hot cookware.

  • Page 16: Cookware

    3 Your appliance Cookware Suitable cookware Only cookware with a magnetic base is suitable for use with the induction hob. This can be tested in the following ways: • A magnet sticks anywhere on the base of the cookware. • On the hob, the power level set illuminates and not Do not heat any unsuitable cookware using aids such as metal rings and the like.
  • Page 17 3 Your appliance Noise during cooking Cookware can make noise during cooking. This does not indicate any malfunction, nor does it affect the functioning of the appliance in any way. Noise depends on the cookware used. If the noise causes consid- erable disturbance, it can help to change the cookware.

  • Page 18: Use

    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 appliance on and off Switch the appliance on: Press and hold the touch button for about ➤...

  • Page 19: Overview Of Power Levels

    4 Use Overview of power levels Power level Cooking method Keep warm Sauces, keeps food ready for serving at 65 °C Melting, Butter, chocolate, gelatine, sauces gentle warming Swelling Rice Simmering, Vegetables, potatoes, sauces, fruit, fish reducing, stewing Simmering, braising Pasta, soup, braised meat Rösti (hash browns), omelettes, breaded food, Gentle frying...

  • Page 20: Powerplus

    4 Use PowerPlus All the cooking zones are equipped with the PowerPlus booster. When PowerPlus is switched on, the cooking zone selected works at extra high power for 10 minutes. PowerPlus can be used, for instance, to heat a large quantity of water quickly.
  • Page 21 4 Use Power management GK36TI, GK36TIC, GK36TIF PowerPlus cannot be used with cooking zones 1 and 2 at the same time. If PowerPlus is activated with both cooking zones, then the power output is reduced for the cooking zone that was first selected.
  • Page 22 4 Use GK46TI, GK46TIC, GK46TIF, GK46TIU PowerPlus cannot be used with both cooking zones of a group (A or B) at the same time. If PowerPlus is activated with both cooking zones of a group, then the power output is reduced for the cooking zone that was first selected. PowerPlus with Group A * PowerPlus with...

  • Page 23: Automatic Boost

    4 Use Automatic boost Do not leave the hob unattended while using the automatic boost. Risk of boiling over, burning on and igniting! All the cooking zones are equipped with a selectable automatic boost. With this function, a cooking zone works at power level 9 for a certain length of time (see table).

  • Page 24: Operating Time

    4 Use Operating time Do not leave the hob unattended during the operating time. Risk of boiling over, burning on and igniting! With the operating time function, the cooking zone switches off automatically after a set time (1–99 minutes). This function cannot be used at the same time with several cooking zones. Setting the operating time Select the required cooking zone.
  • Page 25 4 Use Switching the operating time off before time Simultaneously press the touch buttons for the operating ➤ time/timer. – flashes in the display. – The cooking zone remains on. End of the operating time When the operating time is up, –...

  • Page 26: Timer

    4 Use 4.10 Timer The timer functions like an egg timer (1–99 minutes). It can only be used if no operating time has been set. Setting the timer Switch the appliance on. ➤ Using the touch button for the operating time/timer, set the ➤...

  • Page 27: Childproof Lock

    4 Use 4.11 Childproof lock The childproof lock is to prevent the appliance from being accidentally switched on. Switching the childproof lock on Switch the appliance on. ➤ Ensure all cooking zones are switched off. Hold the touch buttons depressed at the same time for about ➤...

  • Page 28: Pause Cooking

    4 Use 4.12 Pause cooking With this function, all cooking zones that are switched on can be temporarily changed to power level for up to 10 minutes. The appliance can continue to be operated after pause cooking using the previous settings. Press the touch button.

  • Page 29: Acoustic Signal

    4 Use 4.13 Acoustic signal An acoustic signal is emitted as confirmation whenever a touch button is pressed (factory setting). This acoustic signal can be switched off. When the appliance is switched off, the last acoustic signal setting is retained. The acoustic signal cannot be switched on or off if the childproof lock is activated.

  • Page 30: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance To avoid risk of burns, allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. Cleaning Always clean the hob after use. This prevents food residues from burning on. Dried-on or burned-on food residue is harder to clean off. Use of improper cleaning techniques can result in damage to the markings or surface.

  • Page 31: Trouble-Shooting And Error Messages

    Trouble-shooting and error messages What to do if … … the appliance is not working and the displays are not illuminated Possible cause Solution • The fuse or circuit breaker Change the fuse. ➤ for electrical installations Reset the circuit breaker. ➤...
  • Page 32 6 Trouble-shooting and error messages … a continuous acoustic signal is emitted, flashes and the appliance switches off Possible cause Solution • A touch button was Remove object or food that has boiled over. ➤ touched for longer than The appliance can be used again as ➤...
  • Page 33 6 Trouble-shooting and error messages … flashes in the display Possible cause Solution • The excess temperature Allow the cooking zone to cool down. ➤ protection of a cooking Resume cooking on a different cooking ➤ zone was triggered. zone. Check the cookware.

  • Page 34: Index

    Index Acoustic signal ....29 Noise during cooking ... 17 Appliance Switching off ... . . 18, 36 Operating elements .

  • Page 35: Repair Service

    Repair service Trouble-shooting and error messages section will help you to carry out small repairs yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service technician and the cost that goes along with it. Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance.

  • Page 36: Quick Instructions

    To switch cooking zone off Press the touch button for the required cooking zone repeatedly until ➤ illuminates in the corresponding display. To switch appliance off Press the touch button. ➤ V-ZUG Ltd Industriestrasse 66, CH-6301 Zug vzug@vzug.ch, www.vzug.com J969.360-0...

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