99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 EN 11:49 Page 1 GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE Cooking Hob IMPORTANT : Save this manual for the local electrical inspector’s use. INSTALLER: Please leave this manual with the unit for the owner. OWNER: Please keep this manual for future reference. IMPORTANT: Local codes vary. Installation, electrical connections and grounding must comply with all applicable codes.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 - Proper Installation - Be sure your appliance is properly grounded and installed by a qualified technician. 2 - Never Use your Appliance for Warming or Heating the Room. 3 - Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14. Utensil Handles Should Be Turned inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units - To reduce the risk of burns, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units. 15.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 4 Table of Contents Before Installation Installation Other Installation Requirements Electrical Connection Safety Precautions Principle of Induction Glass Top, Coil Size and Controls Controls and Operation Heating Zones, Coil Sizes & Utensils Power Sharing Utensils for Your Induction Unit Matching Pots & Pans with Coils etc.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 5 Before Installation If you are receiving the unit from a transportation company, it is customer’s obligation to inspect thepackage and note any damage on the delivery receipt. After delivery, have your induction cooktop carefully unpacked, and again check forany visible damage. If you find any damage onthe unit at this point, immediately inform your dealer or distributor.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 6 1 / INSTALLATION To install the cooktop, cut out a rectangular opening in the counter as shown on the drawing and table below. Also, ensure that you have a minimum of 10 mm (3/8”) of space in the back of the unit, between the rim and backsplash on your counter (or wall if no backsplash) for ventilation. A self-adhesive gasket is supplied with your unit. Before setting the cooktop in place install this gasket by sticking it underneath the rim.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 7 Other Installation Requirements A minimum vertical clearance of 750 mm [30”] is required between the top of the cooking surface and the bottom of any unprotected combustible material, such as cabinets, wooden trim etc. Cabinet Above Cabinet Above Cross Section In the back, leave a minimum of 10 mm [3/8”] between the cooktop edge and adjacent vertical surfaces (backsplash, wall, high cabinets etc.). This space is needed for the unit to breath properly.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 8 Electrical Connection cooktop electrical characteristics are: Operating voltage................................................... 240 V~ 60 Hz Maximum power output .............................................. 7,2 kW Connect to .............. 240 V, 60 Hz, 2 Pole+G, 30 A (min) supply, (3 conductors #10 AWG) Electrical wiring information •240 V Connect the 3 wires as per the following An adequate electrical supply must be provided for this unit.
9637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 9 Safety Precautions - Read before operating your cooktop Your induction-cooking unit has been designed for residential use and food preparation, and all of the safety parameters have been rectified accordingly. will disable the heating section of the unit. This occurrence is called ‘long press’ and when it happens “-” signs will appear on power displays.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 10 The principle of induction When an induction element - also called: ‘a heating zone’, or simply: ‘a coil’ - is switched on, the appropriate utensil is used, and a desired level of heating power selected, the electronic circuit unit (‘induction generator’ or ‘inverter’) powers up the induction coil which creates a magnetic field.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 11 Glass Top, Coil Size and Controls 16 cm 50 W à 2200 W 22 cm 22 cm 50 W à 2800 W 50 W à 2800 W Cooking zone 16 cm Control zone 50 W à 2200 W • DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL • POWERING ON PANEL Press the start/stop touch control for the zone you want to use. A flashing "0" indicates that the zone is on. You can then choose the desired power level. If you do not select a power level, the cooking zone will automatically shut off.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 12 • WHICH COOKING ZONE SHOULD YOU USE BASED ON YOUR COOKWARE? Cooking zone • POWER SHARING Under the pretense that only one zone is used with an adequate utensil covering the whole surface of the coil, and that power on the zone is adjusted to the maximum (‘12’): Cookware to use 16 cm (6 1/2”) 10 ..... 18 cm (4..7”) 22 cm (9 ”) 18 ..... 24 cm (7..9 1/2”) - the maximum power output of 22 cm (9”) heating zone is 2.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 13 Utensils for Your Induction Induced current can be created only in materials which have magnetic properties. Thus, utensils for use with an induction unit must be made from a ferromagnetic material or have inserts with magnetic properties. Your household may already have cookware suitable for induction cooking, and you may test any utensil with an induction element. Incorporated controls are able to recognize a suitable utensil.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 14 To Do or Not To Do You must: - Avoid storing flammable products in the cabinets under your cooktop. - Always place your utensil such that its center is aligned with the centre of the coil. - Never leave an empty utensil on an induction heating element, even when the element is turned OFF. - Avoid hitting the vitroceramic glass with utensils or any hard objects - the glass surface is highly resistant but not unbreakable.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 15 3 / DAILY CARE OF YOUR APPLIANCE • MAINTAINING YOUR APPLIANCE Cleaning of an induction cooktop is easy. Read and follow these recommendations: TYPE OF STAINS/SPOTS WHAT TO DO ACCESSORIES or AGENTS EMPLOYED Minor Soak the area to be cleaned with soapy water, then wipe it. Cleaning sponges & mild detergents Accumulated burn-on stains. Soak the area to be cleaned with warm soapy water.
99637761_A_EN.qxp 19/07/2005 11:49 Page 16 4 / SPECIAL MESSAGES, DIFFICULTIES You have doubts about whether your hob is working correctly. This does not necessarily mean that there is a breakdown. Nevertheless, check the following points. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? When you switch the unit on, the supply-line breaker trips off or the supply-line fuse burn. Your unit may be connected incorrectly,or there is an internal problem. Have the connection checked first.
