[en] Instruction manual EH8..MM...
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Ú Table of contents onIstrucienma][ nual Safety precautions ..................................................................... 3 Elements that may damage the appliance ....................................4 Protecting the environment....................................................... 5 Environmentally-friendly disposal.....................................................5 Energy-saving advice .........................................................................5 Induction cooking ...............
Risk of fire! ■ Hot oil and fat can ignite very quickly. Never leave hot fat or oil unattended. Never use water to put out burning oil or fat. Switch off the hotplate. Extinguish flames carefully using a lid, fire blanket or something similar. ■ The hotplates become very hot. Never place combustible items on the hob. Never place objects on the hob. ■ The appliance gets hot. Do not keep combustible objects or aerosol cans in drawers directly underneath the hob.
Overview The following table presents the most common damage caused: Damage Stains Scratches Cause Measure Food spillage Immediately remove spilt food using a glass scraper. Unsuitable cleaning products Only use cleaning products specifically designed for glass-ceramic hobs. Salt, sugar and sand Do not use the hob as a tray or working surface. Pans with rough bottoms may scratch Check pans.
Characteristics of the pan base Empty pans or those with a thin base The characteristics of the pan base may affect the uniformity of the cooking results. Pans made from materials which help diffuse heat, such as stainless steel sandwich pans, distribute heat uniformly, saving time and energy. Do not heat empty pans, nor use pans with a thin base. The hob is equipped with an internal safety system.
Residual heat indicator The hob has a residual heat indicator for each hotplate to show those which are still hot. Avoid touching them when this indicator is lit. Although the hob is switched off, the indicator œ or • will remain on for as long as the hotplate is hot. If the pan is removed before the hotplate is turned off, the indicator œ or • and the selected power level will appear alternately. Programming the hob This section will show you how to program the hotplates.
Power level Cooking time Potato dumplings* 4.-5. 20-30 min. Fish* 4-5 10-15 min. White sauces (e.g., bechamel) 1-2 3-6 min. Whipped sauces (e.g., Bearnaise, Hollandaise) 3-4 8-12 min. Rice (with a double amount of water) 2-3 15-30 min. Rice pudding 2-3 30-40 min. Unpeeled potatoes 4-5 25-30 min. Slow cooking, simmering Boiling, steaming, sautéing Peeled potatoes with salt 4-5 15-25 min. Pasta* 6-7 6-10 min. Soups 3.-4. 15-60 min. Vegetables 2.-3. 10-20 min.
Deep-frying function This function is used for frying on the two side hotplates on the right-hand side, regulating the temperature of the pan. Deep-frying features The hotplate only heats when necessary. This way energy is saved. The oil and fat do not overheat. Notes ■ Never leave oil or fat cooking unattended. ■ ■ ■ Place the pan at the centre of the hotplate. Ensure that the base of the pan is the right diameter. Do not cover the pan with a lid.
Table The table shows which temperature setting is suitable for each type of food. The cooking time may vary according to the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food. Meat Fish The heat setting selected depends on the type of pan used.
Childproof lock The hob can be protected against being accidentally turned on, to ensure that children do not switch on the hotplates. To deactivate: press and hold the # symbol for approx. 4 seconds. The lock is now deactivated. Activating and deactivating the childproof lock. Childproof lock The range must be turned off. To activate: press and hold the # symbol for approx. 4 seconds. The @ symbol lights up for 10 seconds. The range is locked.
Changing or cancelling the time The timer Select the hotplate and then press the 0 symbol. The timer can be set for periods of up to 99 minutes. It is independent of the other settings. This function does not automatically switch off a hotplate. Change the cooking time using the programming zone or set to ‹‹ in order to cancel the time.
Indicator Function ™‡ Duration of the time program function warning signal ‚ 10 seconds*. ƒ 30 seconds. „ 1 minute. ™ˆ Power-Management function ‹ = Deactivated.* ‚ = 1,000 W. minimum power. ‚= 1,500 W. ƒ = 2,000 W. etc. Š or Š. = maximum power of the hob. ™Š Hotplate time selection ‹ Unlimited: the last hotplate programmed remains selected.* ‚ Limited: The hotplate will only remain selected for 10 seconds. ™‹ Return to basic settings ‹ Personal settings.* ‚ Return to factory settings.
Fixing malfunctions Malfunctions are usually due to small details. Before calling the Technical Assistance Service, you should consider the following advice and warnings. Indicator Malfunction Solution none The electric power supply has been cut off. Use other electrical appliances to check whether there has been a power cut. The appliance has not been correctly con- Check that the appliance has been connected correctly according to nected following the connection diagram. the connection diagram.
After-sales service Our after-sales service is there for you if your appliance should need to be repaired. We are committed fo find the best solution also in order to avoid an unnecessary call-out. E number and FD number: Please quote the E number (product number) and the FD number (production number) of your appliance when contacting the after-sales service. The rating plate bearing these numbers can be found on the appliance certificate.
Preheating Tested dishes Hotplate Cooking Power level Time (Min:S) Cover Power level Cover 8. approx. 6:30 No 2 stir after approx. 10:00 Yes Cooking rice pudding Cookware: Pot Milk temperature: 7 °C Heat milk until it begins to bubble. Change the recommended heating level and add rice, sugar and salt to the milk Ingredients: 190 g. of short-grain rice, 23 g. of sugar, 750 ml. of milk (3.5% fat) and a pinch of salt Ø 14.5 cm Ingredients: 250 g. of short-grain rice, 30 g. of sugar, 1 l.
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