Instruction manual for ceramic hob Model code: C813C Contact Caple on 0844 800 3830 or for spare parts www.4caple.co.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ceramic Hob. We recommend that you spend some time reading this Instruction / Installation Manual in order to fully understand how to install and operate it correctly For installation, please read the installation section. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this Instruction / Installation Manual for future reference. Product Overview Top View 1. max. 1200 W zone 2. max. 1800 W zone 1 3. max. 1200 W zone 2 4. max.
Product Information The microcomputer ceramic cooker hob can meet different kinds of cuisine demands because of resistance wire heating, micro-computerized control and multi-power selection, really the optimal choice for modern families. The ceramic cooker hob centers on customers and adopts personalized design. The hob has safe and reliable performances, making your life comfortable and enabling to fully enjoy the pleasure from life.
Choosing the right Cookware Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base. Make sure that the base of your pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass, and is the same size as the cooking zone. Always centre your pan on the cooking zone. Always lift pans off the ceramic hob – do not slide, or they may scratch the glass.
Using your Ceramic Hob To start cooking 1. Touch the ON/OFF control. • After power on, the buzzer beeps once, all the indicators light up for 1 second then go out, indicating that the ceramic hob has entered the state of standby mode. 2. Place a suitable pan on the cooking zone that you wish to use. • Make sure the bottom of the pan and the surface Of the cooking zone are clean and dry. 3. Select a heat setting by touching the "+" control.
When you have finished cooking 1a. Turn the cooking zone off by scrolling down to “-“ or touching "-" and "+" control together. 1b. Turn the whole hob off by touching the ON/OFF control. 2. Beware of hot surfaces will show which cooking zone is hot to touch. It will disappear when the surface has cooled down to a safe temperature. It can also be used as an energy saving function if you want to heat further pans, use the hotplate that is still hot.
Using the Dual zone function • The function only work in 4# cooking zone • The dual cooking zone has two cooking areas that you can use a central section and an outer section. You can use the central section (A) independently or both sections (B) at once. Active the Dual zone 1. Select a heat setting by touching the "-" or "+" control. 2. Adjust the heating setting between power levels 1 and 9 (e.g. 6) 3. central section of the dual cooking zone will switch on.
4. Touching the dual zone control “ “, you can activate the outer section as well. 5. A neon next the dual cooking zone control will light. 6. The cooking zone indicator show “ P “ and “ 6 ” alternately Deactive the Dual zone 1. Touching dual zone control “ ” again, the dual zone function is deactive. 2.
Locking the Controls • You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use (for example children accidentally turning the cooking zones on). • When the controls are locked, all the controls except the ON/OFF control are disabled. To lock the controls Touch the keylock control. The lock indicator next to the keylock will light up To unlock the controls 1. Make sure the ceramic hob is turned on. 2. Touch and hold the keylock contro for 2 seconds. 3. You can now start using your ceramic hob.
Cooking Guidelines Take care when frying as the oil and fat heat up very quickly, particularly if you’re using Power Boost. At extremely high temperatures oil and fat will ignite spontaneously and this presents a serious fire risk. Cooking Tips • When food comes to the boil, reduce the temperature setting. • Using a lid will reduce cooking times and save energy by retaining the heat. • Minimize the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
cooking large quantities, cook the food in several smaller batches. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil. Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm. Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the cooking zone to a lower setting, return the meat to the pan and add your sauce. Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through. Serve immediately. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Heat Settings The settings below are guidelines only.
What? How? Important! Everyday soiling on glass (fingerprints, marks, stains left by food or non-sugary spillovers on the glass) 1. Switch the power to the hob off. 2. Apply a hob cleaner while the glass is still warm (but not hot!) 3. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. 4. Switch the power to the hob back on.
Hints and Tips Problem Possible causes What to do The hob cannot Be turned on. No power. The touch controls are unresponsive. The controls are locked. The touch controls are difficult to operate. There may be a slight film of water over the controls or you may be using the tip of your finger when touching the controls. Rough-edged cookware. Make sure the hob is connected to the power supply and that it is switched on. Check whether there is a power outage in your home or area.
Installation Selection of installation equipment Cut out the work surface according to the sizes shown in the drawing. For the purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 5 cm space shall be preserved around the hole. Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm. Please select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation caused by the heat radiation from the hotplate.
A(mm) B(mm) C(mm) D E 760 50 mini 20 mini Air intake Air exit 5mm Before locating the fixing brackets The unit should be placed on a stable, smooth surface (use the packaging). Do not apply force onto the controls protruding from the hob. Fix the hob on the work surface by screw four brackets on the bottom of hob (see picture) after installation. A B C D screw bracket Screw hole base Adjust the bracket position to suit for different work surface’s thickness. Cautions 1.
5. To avoid any damage, the sandwich layer and adhesive must be resistant to heat. 6. A steam cleaner is not to be used. Connecting the hob to the mains power supply The power supply should be connected in compliance with the relevant standard,or a single-pole circuit breaker.the method of connection is shown below. 1. If the cable is damaged or needs replacing, this should be done by an after-sales technician using the proper tools, so as to avoid any accidents. 2.
person. Safety Warnings Your safety is important to us. Please read this information before using your hob. Installation Electrical Shock Hazard • • • • • Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before carrying out any work or maintenance on it. Connection to a good earth wiring system is essential and mandatory. Alterations to the domestic wiring system must only be made by a qualified electrician. Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.
Health Hazard • This appliance complies with electromagnetic safety standards. • However, persons with cardiac pacemakers or other electrical implants (such as insulin pumps) must consult with their doctor or implant manufacturer before using this appliance to make sure that their implants will not be affected by the electromagnetic field. • Failure to follow this advice may result in death. Hot Surface Hazard • During use, accessible parts of this appliance will become hot enough to cause burns.
• Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across the ceramic glass surface as this can scratch the glass. • Do not use scourers or any other harsh abrasive cleaning agents to clean your hob , as these can scratch the ceramic glass. • If the power supply cable is damaged, it must only be replaced by a qualified technician. • Do not operate your hob by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
