BHI615 60cm Front touch control induction hob 1
User Manual for your Baumatic BHI615 60 cm Touch control induction zone hob NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important information, including safety & installation points, which will enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
Contents Environmental note 4 Important safety information 5–8 Specifications Product and aperture dimensions Product specifications Electrical details Ceramic hob surface layout Control panel layout 9 – 11 9 9 9 - 10 10 11 Using the ceramic hob Before first use Touch controls Switching the hob on Switching on a zone and setting a power level Power levels Switching off a zone Switching the hob off Residual heat indicator Pan sensor Cookware that is suitable for an induction hob The hob timer (minute m
Environmental note o The packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the environment.
Important safety information Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic. Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the information contained in this booklet, please contact the Baumatic Advice Line. General Information o This appliance is designed for domestic household use and for the cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.
Child Safety o Baumatic strongly recommend that babies and young children are prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowed to touch the appliance at any time. During and after use, all surfaces will be hot. o If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the kitchen, please ensure that they are kept under close supervision at all times. o Older children should only be allowed to utilise the appliance when supervised.
o IMPORTANT: This ceramic induction hob fully complies with current legislation regarding electro-magnetic interference and is designed not to interfere with other electronic appliances providing these comply with the same legislation. o As the hob generates magnetic fields in its immediate vicinity, pacemakers and active heart implants must be designed to comply with relevant regulations. If in doubt, you should consult the manufacturer of your device or your doctor.
Declaration of conformity This appliance complies with the following European Directives: -2006/95/CE General regulations / Low tension -1935/2004/CE 90/128/EEC This appliance is suitable to come in contact with food -2004/108/CE Electromagnetic compatibility o The manufacturer declares that the hob is built using certified materials and requires the appliance to be installed in accordance with the standards currently in force. This appliance must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only.
Specifications Product dimensions: Aperture dimensions: Depth: Width: Height: Depth: Width: Height: 520 mm 590 mm 60 mm Product specifications: o o o o o o o o o 2 x 2.00 kW induction zones (Ø 180 mm) 2 x 1.
Electrical details Rated Voltage: Supply Connection: 220 - 240 Vac 50 / 60 Hz 30 A (double pole switched fused outlet with 3mm contact gap) 7.00 kW 3 core x 6 mm² (not supplied) Max Rated Inputs: Mains Supply Lead: For future reference please record the following information which can be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be found on your sales invoice. The rating plate of your hob is located on the underneath of the appliance.
Control panel layout 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Cooking zone selection buttons Plus and minus buttons Safety lock button ON / OFF button Timer button Using the ceramic hob Before first use IMPORTANT: You should clean the ceramic hob surface (see “Cleaning and maintenance” section). o You should switch on one cooking zone at a time for 5 minutes at the maximum setting. This will help to eliminate any new smell that exists and evaporate any humidity that has formed on the heating elements during transit.
Touch controls o All operations are performed by means of the touch controls that can be found on the control panel. o The controls respond to touch so you do not need to add any pressure. o You should use the ball of your finger not the tip when using the controls. o A beep will sound each time a touch is registered. o You should ensure that the controls are kept clean, dry and that no objects such as utensils or cloths cover them. Even a thin film of water may make the controls difficult to operate.
Switching on a zone and setting a power level IMPORTANT: A zone must be selected within 1 minute of turning the hob on. o Make sure that the bottom of the pan and the surface of the hob are clean and dry before placing a suitable pan on the cooking zone that you wish to use. o Press the cooking zone selection button of the cooking zone that you want to use. An indicator next to the relevant button will flash.
Power levels o For a general guide to cooking various foods at the different power levels please refer to the table below. o Please note that this table should be viewed as a guide only and that other factors such as cookware, weight and amount of food and personal preference will all influence the power level required. Power Level 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9 Recommended Use o Delicate warming of small amounts of food. o Melting chocolate, butter and foods that burn quickly. o Gentle simmering. o Slow warming.
o After a few seconds, the cooking zone will switch off. o An “H” symbol will show in the cooking zone indicator until the surface has cooled down to a safe temperature (see the section on the “residual heat indicator” for further information). Switching the hob off Once you have switched off all of the cooking zones, you should switch the hob off. o Press the ON/OFF button. o It is possible to turn the hob off at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button.
approximately every few seconds. If no pan is detected after 1 minute the hob will automatically switch off o You should check that your pans are suitable for use on an induction zone hob (see the pan manufacturer’s trademark or instructions). NOTE: The minimum diameter of a pan should be 160mm.
o Set the required countdown time using the plus and minus buttons. Each press of the plus or minus button will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. o If you press and hold the plus or minus button the time will increase or decrease by 10 minutes. o When the required countdown time is shown in the display, release all buttons. The display will show the remaining time and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds before the countdown begins automatically.
o Select the power level for the cooking zone that you have selected, using the plus and minus buttons o Press the timer button to enter the countdown setting mode. The timer indicator will flash and the default countdown time of “10” minutes will appear in the display. o Set the required countdown time using the plus and minus buttons. Each press of the plus or minus button will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute.
Locking the hob top It is possible to lock the controls to prevent unauthorised usage of the controls by other persons such as children. o The whole hob top can be locked by pressing the safety lock button whilst the appliance is switched on. o The timer display will show “L0” to indicate that the safety lock feature has been switched on. o When the safety lock feature is activated, it will disable all buttons on the control panel apart from the ON/OFF button.
Hob guidelines o The first few times the hob top is used, it may give off an acrid, burning smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated use. o The worktop is fitted with cooking areas of different diametre and power. o The positions where the heat will radiate from are clearly marked on the hob top. The saucepans must be positioned exactly on these zones for efficient heating to occur. Pans should have the same diametre as the cooking zone that they are being used on.
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning operations must only be carried out when the hob is cool. The appliance should be disconnected from your mains supply before commencing any cleaning process. Cleaning the ceramic hob top Any residues that are left on the hob top surface from cleaning agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with warm water and a little washing up liquid.
Using a ceramic hob scraper A ceramic hob scraper will be provided with your appliance. The following guidelines should be followed when using the ceramic hob scraper:- o The scraper should be placed on the ceramic surface at an angle. o Residues should be removed by sliding the blade carefully over the ceramic surface. o The ceramic surface should be wiped with a damp cloth and a small amount of washing up liquid. o Dry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
Installation The installation must be carried out by a suitably qualified person, in accordance with the current version of the following. o UK Regulations and Safety Standards or their European Norm Replacements. o Building Regulations (issued by the Department of the Environment). o Building Standards (issued by the Scottish Development Department). o IEE Wiring Regulations. o Electricity At Work Regulations.
o IMPORTANT: Underneath the appliance there must be a partition made of insulating material (e.g. wood). There must be a gap of at least 50 mm between the underneath of the appliance and this partition. o You must make sure that there is a 5 mm gap below the underneath of the worktop at the front edge of the hob.
Installing the appliance o Cut a hole in the worktop that corresponds with the drawing shown above. o IMPORTANT: There are ventilation holes around the outside of the hob. YOU MUST ensure that these holes are not blocked by the work top, when you put the hob into position (see drawing opposite). o IMPORTANT: Do not use a silicon sealant to seal the appliance against the aperture. This will make it difficult to remove the hob from the aperture in future, particularly if it needs to be serviced.
o Carefully lower the hob into the aperture hole that you have cut out. o There are holes on the base of the hob that you can fix the two brackets to. o You should place the bracket on the underneath of the hob, in a position that is appropriate for the aperture that you have cut out. Using the screws provided, fix the bracket to the hob. These screws MUST be securely tightened. Electrical connection This appliance must be installed by a qualified person in accordance with the latest edition of the I.E.E.
o The spur outlet must still be accessible even when your hob is located in its operating position. o Cable type: H05 RRF 3 core x 6 mm² Connecting the mains supply cable o The mains terminal block is located on the underside of the hob and the terminals are accessible by removing the terminal block cover by removing the cover screw. IMPORTANT: The power cable is not supplied with the appliance.
Replacing the mains supply cable If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced by an appropriate replacement. The mains supply cable should be replaced in accordance with the following instructions: o Switch the appliance off at the mains supply. o Open the terminal block on the underside of the hob. o Unscrew the terminal screws fixing the cable. o Replace the cable with one of the same length and in accordance with the specification given on page 27.
Some pans make crackling or clicking noises. The induction hob makes a low humming noise when used on a high power level. There is a fan noise coming from the induction hob. Pans do not become hot and a “U” symbol appears in the display. The induction hob or a cooking zone has turned itself off unexpectedly. A tone sounds and an error code is displayed (possibly alternating with one or two digits in the timer display).
Error codes The following error codes may appear in the timer display if there is a problem with the operation of the hob. Fault F3 – F8 Or F9 - FE E1 – E2 E3 – E4 E5 – E6 Possible cause Temperature sensor failure Solutions Contact the Customer Care Department Abnormal voltage from the mains supply Abnormal temperature Check whether the power supply is operating normally. Poor heat radiation from a cooking zone Check that the pan is of the correct size to be used on a particular zone.
IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be operating correctly, then you should disconnect it from your mains supply and then contact Baumatic Customer Care on telephone number (0118) 933 6911. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF. Please note that if an engineer is asked to attend whilst the product is under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out charge.
Baumatic Consumables o BC001 Degreaser for Dishwashers (200 g) o BC002 Descaler for Washing Machines and Dishwashers (200 g) o BC003 Ceramic Hob Cleaner (250 ml) o BC004 Oven Cleaner (250 ml) o BC005 Stainless Steel Cleaner and Protector (250 ml) o BC007 E-Cloth – General Purpose Cloth o BC008 Microwave Cover To order a Baumatic consumable product please call 0123 5437 244 and quote the product code. You can also order online from eshop.baumatic.co.
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