Operating instructions GKD46TIMASZO | Fusion Induction hob with integrated range hood
Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of it. Please follow the safety precautions. Modifications Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the time these operating instructions went to press.
Contents 1 Safety warnings 4 6.5 CleanAir .................................................................. 24 1.1 Symbols used......................................................... 4 6.6 After-running time ................................................. 25 1.2 General safety precautions.................................. 4 6.7 Filter......................................................................... 25 1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions ...............
1 Safety warnings 1.1 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. – Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken. ▪ Indicates a list. 1.
1 Safety warnings ▪ WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the mains to avoid possible electric shock. ▪ Children under 8 years of age must not operate the appliance, unless they are constantly supervised. ▪ WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts get hot during use. ▪ Under no circumstances use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. ▪ Do not place metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons, lids or aluminium foil on the hob as they can get hot.
1 Safety warnings ▪ Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its customer service department 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.
1 Safety warnings ▪ Pots with pure copper or aluminium bases should not be used for cooking as they can leave behind traces that can be difficult to clean. If the traces are not removed immediately after cooking with a suitable cleaning agent, they can be permanently burned on and therefore permanently ruin the visual appearance of the appliance. ▪ Sliding pans and cookware across the glass ceramic causes scratches.
1 Safety warnings ▪ When carrying out maintenance work on the appliance, including replacing light bulbs, cut off the electricity supply to the appliance: remove the screw fuse from the holder or switch the circuit breaker off, or unplug from the mains socket. ▪ When cleaning the appliance make sure no water gets inside it. Use a moderately damp cloth only. NEVER spray the inside or the outside of the appliance with water. If water gets inside the appliance, it can cause damage.
2 Using for the first time The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/electrician carry out the necessary work. During the first few hours of use, a cooking zone can give off an unpleasant smell. This is normal for brand new appliances. Ensure that the room is well ventilated. 3 Appliance description 3.
3 Appliance description 3.3 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. Removing the cookware from the cooking zone immediately interrupts the supply of energy.
3 Appliance description Sandwich base Capsule base Multi-layer material Pressed base Cast iron Enamelled cast iron Enamelled steel Key: Heat distribution Steel Reaction speed Aluminium Noise level Enamel Care Good Weight Satisfactory Unfavourable General notes on cookware ▸ As far as possible ensure that the diameter of the base of the cookware is the same size as the upper diameter of the cookware.
3 Appliance description ▸ Thick pan walls absorb the vibrations and reduce the noise level. Pan position Position pots and pans on the hob so that the steam is not drawn into the range hood over the handles. Energy-efficient cooking For maximum energy efficiency and even heat distribution note the following: ▪ The base of the cookware must be clean, dry and smooth. ▪ Centre the cookware in the middle of the cooking zone. ▪ Use a well-fitting lid.
4 General operation Recirculation mode with activated charcoal filter Vapours and odours produced during cooking are extracted by a fan. The air is passed through the metal grease filters and activated charcoal filter, grease particles and odours are largely removed from the air and it is then circulated back into the room. If activated charcoal filters are not supplied with the appliance, these should be ordered and installed before using the appliance for the first time.
5 Operating the hob 5.2 Setting the power level for a cooking zone ▸ Touch the required cooking zone. – The cooking zone selected is highlighted and the slider appears. ▸ Touch or swipe the slider «0–P» to set the power level. – The desired setting can be selected when the cooking zone and the slider are displayed. – The power level selected is accepted when the slider is released. – Shortly after the last entry is made, the slider disappears. 5.
5 Operating the hob 5.5 Residual heat indicator remains illuminated in the position of the relevant cooking zone as long as there is a risk of burns. 5.6 Power management High power levels cannot be set with both cooking zones of a group (A or B) at the same time. A For instance, 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 according to the following table.
5 Operating the hob Setting the operating time ▸ Hold the active cooking zone depressed for 1 second or touch 2×. ▸ Select the «Operating time» menu item with or . Operating time ▸ Increase or decrease the selected value with or respectively. ▸ Use and in the setting range at the bottom to switch between hours and minutes. ▸ Touch . – The operating time is set to «0h 00». ▸ Confirm the entry with or scroll with . Touch the Operating time button to exit the menu and cancel the setting.
5 Operating the hob Ending the operating duration before time ▸ Hold the cooking zone with an active operating time depressed for 1 second or touch 2×. ▸ Touch . – The operating time is reset to «0h 00». ▸ Confirm the entry with . Operating time End of the operating time When the operating time is up – the relevant cooking zone switches off – an acoustic signal is emitted – «00s» flashes below the cooking zone. ▸ Touch the cooking zone to switch off the acoustic signal and display. 5.
5 Operating the hob 5.10 Easy cooking Do not leave food cooking unattended while using the easy cooking function. Risk of food boiling over, burning on and igniting! The following functions are available for selection: Cooking Control The hob detects boiling point and switches automatically to the continued cooking level. Temperature Control The hob monitors the temperature of the base of the cookware and keeps it constant. Automatic boost A cooking zone works at power level 9 for a set duration.
5 Operating the hob Temperature Control For this function, the cooking zone must be in operation with cookware on it. ▸ Hold the cooking zone depressed for 1 second. ▸ Select the «Easy cooking» menu item with or . ▸ Touch . – Temperature Control starts. – A triple acoustic signal is emitted when temperature detection is completed. Easy cooking Temperature control – The slider can be used to adjust the power level. ▸ Touch «0» to end the function.
5 Operating the hob ▸ The desired continued cooking level is selected by touching the corresponding number. ▸ Confirm the entry with . Automatic boost Continued cooking level 7 Switching the automatic boost off before time ▸ Switch the cooking zone off. ▸ To resume operation without the automatic boost, select the cooking zone and set a power level. 5.11 Timer The timer functions like an egg timer (1 minute to 99 hours and 59 minutes).
5 Operating the hob Switching the timer off before time ▸ Touch or the digits of the timer. ▸ Touch . – The timer is set to «00h 00». ▸ Confirm the entry with . Timer Timer finished When the timer finishes – an acoustic signal is emitted. – flashes. – «00s» flashes. ▸ Touch «00s» or to switch off the acoustic signal and display. 5.12 00s Pause cooking With this function, the power level of all the cooking zones that are switched on can be switched to «0» for up to 10 minutes.
5 Operating the hob 5.13 Wipe protection This function prevents the power level from being changed accidentally, for instance when wiping the control panel with a cloth. Switching wipe protection on ▸ Touch . – Wipe protection is activated for 20 seconds or until cancelled. Wipe protection activated 19s Switching wipe protection off before time Wipe protection can be cancelled during the first 3 seconds. Then ▸ Touch . – Wipe protection has been cancelled and the appliance may be operated again.
6 Operating the range hood 6 Operating the range hood 6.1 Switching the range hood on manually ▸ Press . – The slider is displayed. ▸ Touch the slider "0-P" or swipe it to set the power level. – The desired setting can be set as long as the display is flashing. – The setting is applied when you let go of the slider. – The slider is hidden shortly after the last entry. 6.2 Power level "P" Power level "P" is the range hood's most powerful level.
6 Operating the range hood The following settings are available for selection: OFF Silent mode OptiLink is switched off Low noise level operation ▸ Use a wooden spoon together with the pan lid to vent the steam into the suction inlet of the range hood. Standard mode Power mode Normal mode High power for extracting cooking fumes and smells Setting the OptiLink ▸ Hold depressed for 2 seconds. ▸ Select the «OptiLink» menu item with or . ▸ Make selection and confirm with .
6 Operating the range hood 6.6 After-running time When the appliance is switched off, the range hood can continue to run for a certain period of time at level 1. Residual cooking fumes and smells are extracted and the range hood is dried. The after-running time is activated if the appliance has been in operation and at least one cooking zone has been used, the range hood was used or residual heat is displayed.
7 User settings 7 User settings Overview of user settings ▪ Childproof lock ▪ Button signal ▪ Language ▪ Ventilation ▪ Brightness ▪ Factory setting ▪ Loudness Changing user settings To change the user settings, the appliance must be switched on. ▸ Touch . ▸ The desired user setting page can be selected using or . ▸ Make the desired setting. ▸ Confirm the setting with . – The setting is saved.
7 User settings Switching the childproof lock off ▸ With the childproof lock activated, select the «Childproof lock» user setting. ▸ Touch to deactivate the childproof lock. ▸ Confirm the setting with . 7.2 Childproof lock off Languages The language of the display can be changed. Different languages are available for selection. ▸ Select the «Languages» user setting. ▸ The language selection can be changed using low. ▸ Confirm the setting with . 7.
7 User settings 7.5 Button signal The button signal can be switched on or off. ▸ Select the «Button signal» user setting. ▸ Touch to activate the button signal. ▸ Confirm the setting with . Button signal activated 7.6 Ventilation The ventilation mode of the range hood can be changed. It is possible to switch between recirculation mode and extraction mode. ▸ Select the «Ventilation» user setting. ▸ Touch to set the mode to extraction. ▸ Confirm the setting with . Ventilation Extracted air 7.
8 Care and maintenance 8 Care and maintenance 8.1 Glass ceramic surfaces Ideally, clean the appliance when it has completely cooled down. Burns hazard! Always clean the hob after use. This prevents food residue 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. Avoid cleaning the surface of the glass ceramic hob with abrasive cleaning agents, scouring pads, wire wool, etc.
8 Care and maintenance ▸ Wipe off with a wet cloth and then polish with a dry cloth or the soft side of a suitable cleaning sponge. Cleaning agent Glass ceramic with OptiGlass Unsuitable cleaning agents may attack and damage the coating. ▸ Only use the cleaning agents and methods for glass ceramic with OptiGlass that we recommend. 8.2 Range hood Take care that no water gets into the housing of the appliance! If water gets into the housing, it can cause damage.
8 Care and maintenance Removing the grease filters ▸ Push the lug on the grease filter outwards. – This releases the grease filter. ▸ Carefully tilt the grease filter and remove from the filter cassette. Cleaning the grease filters ▸ Clean the grease filters in the dishwasher. ▸ Select an «intensive» or «heavy» wash programme. Cleaning may cause the grease filters to become slightly discoloured. However, this will not affect the functioning of the filters in any way.
8 Care and maintenance Resetting the saturation indicator for the grease filters ▸ In the display, touch the grease filter . – The «Filter» menu is displayed. ▸ Reset the filter as described (see page 25). Grease filter Reset grease filter Alternatively, the saturation indicator can also be accessed via the «Filter» menu of the range hood.
9 Trouble-shooting 9 Trouble-shooting You may be able to trouble-shoot the following errors yourself. If not, note down the error message in full (message and E numbers) and then call Customer Services or report it to us online. Malfunction Possible cause Solution Continuous activation Release or clean button ▪ A button was touched for longer than 10 seconds. ▪ There is boiled-over food on the control panel. ▸ Remove the object or liquid from the display. ▸ The appliance can be used again as normal.
9 Trouble-shooting Malfunction Possible cause The appliance is not working and the display is dark. ▪ The fuse or circuit ▸ Change the fuse. breaker for electrical in- ▸ Reset the circuit breaker. stallations in the home is defective. ▪ An interruption in the power supply. Solution ▸ Check the power supply. ▪ The fuse or circuit ▸ Call Customer Services. breaker keeps blowing. ▸ Fan not functioning ▪ When using a window ▸ Open the window. contact, check that the window is open.
9 Trouble-shooting Malfunction Er 22 Possible cause Solution ▪ Internal error occurred. ▸ Note down the error number. ▸ Note down the serial number (SN) of the appliance. See the identification plate (see page 43) for this. ▸ Call Customer Services. «E6» or «E9» flash or illuminate in the display ▪ Internal error occurred. ▸ Note down the error number. ▸ Note down the serial number (SN) of the appliance. See the identification plate (see page 43) for this. ▸ Call Customer Services.
10 Accessories and spare parts 10 Accessories and spare parts Grease filters 11 Technical data 11.1 Hob Recirculation box Activated charcoal filters In accordance with EU Regulation No. 66/2014 Description Unit Value Model number GK 31094 Type designation GK GKD46TIMASZO Number of cooking zones 4 Heating technology Cooking zone dimensions Induction cooking zone cm ø18 ø21 ø21 ø18 Energy consumption per cooking zone Wh/kg 175.7 168.9 174.3 176.
12 Disposal Description Abbreviation Unit Value Air flow in operation at intensive or fast-running level Qboost 3 m /h 582.8 A-rated airborne acoustical noise at minimum speed SPEmin dBA 27.9 A-rated airborne acoustical noise at maximum speed SPEmax dBA 59.6 A-rated airborne acoustical noise when operating at intensive or fast-running level SPEboost dBA 67.7 Measured power consumption in off mode P0 W - Measured power consumption in standby mode Ps W 0.
13 Index A Accessories ...................................................... 36 After-running time............................................. 25 Setting............................................................ 25 Appliance description ........................................ 9 Appliance disposal .......................................... 37 Appliance overview ............................................ 9 Appliance-specific safety precautions .........................................................
13 Index Quick instructions ............................................ 44 W R Wipe protection ................................................ 22 Switching off before time ........................... 22 Switching on ................................................. 22 Range hood ...................................................... 12 Cleaning the grease filters.................. 30, 31 Cleaning the inside...................................... 30 Inserting the filter cassette.........................
14 40 Notes
15 Service & Support The «Trouble-shooting» section gives you valuable tips on how to deal with minor malfunctions yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service technician and any cost that goes along with it. Information on the V-ZUG warranty can be found at www.vzug.com →Service →Warranty information. Please read this information carefully. Please register your V-ZUG appliance straightaway: ▪ online at www.vzug.
Quick instructions Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions! To switch appliance on ▸ Hold the button depressed for 1 second. To set cooking zone or range hood ▸ Touch the required cooking zone or range hood. ▸ Touch or swipe the slider «0–P» to set the power level. To switch cooking zone or range hood off ▸ Touch the required cooking zone or range hood. ▸ Touch «0» on the slider. To switch appliance off ▸ Hold the button depressed for 1 second.
