Bartscher IK 3341 User manual

IK 3341
105940
Original
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Bedienungsanleitung
V2/0916

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ENGLISH
Table of contents
1.Safety ........................................................................................................................ 26
1.1 Key to symbols..................................................................................................... 26
1.2 Safety instructions................................................................................................ 27
1.3 Intended use......................................................................................................... 32
2. General information................................................................................................ 33
2.1 Liability and Warrantees....................................................................................... 33
2.2 Copyright protection ............................................................................................. 33
2.3 Declaration of conformity...................................................................................... 33
3. Transport, packaging and storage......................................................................... 34
3.1 Delivery check...................................................................................................... 34
3.2 Packaging............................................................................................................. 34
3.3 Storage................................................................................................................. 34
4. Technical data......................................................................................................... 35
4.1 Technical data...................................................................................................... 35
4.2 Overview of parts ................................................................................................. 35
5. Installation............................................................................................................... 36
5.1 Positioning............................................................................................................ 36
5.2 Electric connection ............................................................................................... 37
6. Operation................................................................................................................. 37
6.1 Functionality of induction cookers ........................................................................ 37
6.2 Suitable and unsuitable cookware........................................................................ 38
6.3 Operation instructions........................................................................................... 40
7. Cleaning................................................................................................................... 46
8. Possible Malfunctions ............................................................................................ 47
9. Waste disposal........................................................................................................ 48
Bartscher GmbH
Franz-Kleine-Str. 28
33154 Salzkotten phone: [phone]
Germany fax: [phone]
GB/UK

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Read these instructions before using and keep
them available at all times!
This instruction manual contains information about the installation, operation and
maintenance of the device and should be consulted as an important source of
information and reference guide.
Awareness of the safety instructions and instructions for use in this manual will ensure
the safe and correct use of the device.
In addition to the information given here, you should comply with any local Health and
safety Controls and generally applicable safety regulations.
The instruction manual forms part of the product and should be kept near the device
and easily accessible for anyone carrying out the installation, servicing, maintenance or
cleaning.
Please keep these instructions and give them to future owners of the device.
1.Safety
This device is designed in accordance with the presently applicable technological
standards. However, the device can pose a danger if handled improperly and
inappropriately.
All persons using the device must follow the recommendations and instructions in this
manual.
1.1 Key to symbols
In this manual, symbols are used to highlight important safety instructions and any
advice relating to the device. The instructions should be followed very carefully to avoid
any risk of accident, personal injury or material damage.
DANGER!
This symbol highlights hazards which could lead to injury.
WARNING!
This symbol highlights dangerous situations which could lead to injury or death.
HOT SURFACE!
This symbol is a warning that the device surface is hot when in use.
Ignoring this warning may result in burns!

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CAUTION!
This symbol highlights dangerous situations which could lead to light
injuries, or damage, malfunction, and/or destruction of the device.
CAUTION! Magnetic field!
This symbol informs that the magnetic fields occurring during the device
operation may cause interference.
NOTE!
This symbol highlights recommendations and information aimed for effective
and trouble-free device operation.
1.2 Safety instructions
• The device can be used by children 8 years and up, as well as
by people with disabilities and those with limited experience/
knowledge as long as they are under supervision or have been
instructed on proper use of the device and its possible dangers.
Children should not play with the device. Cleaning and
maintenance cannot be performed by children younger than
8 years old and must be done under supervision. Children
under the age of 8 years old must be kept away from the
device and its power cord.
• Never leave the device unattended when in use.
• Only use the device indoors.
• The device is not designed for use with an external timer or
remote control.
• This device may only be operated in technically proper and safe
condition.

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•
Prevent access of children to the package materials like plastic
bags and foamed polystyrene elements. Suffocation hazard!
• Only a qualified technician and using original spare parts and
accessories should carry out repairs and maintenance of the
device. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.
• Do not use any accessory or spare parts that have not been
recommended by the manufacturer. These can be dangerous
for the user or lead to damages of the device or personal injury,
and further, the warranty expires.
• To prevent hazards and to ensure optimum efficiency, no
modifications or alterations to the device that are not explicitly
approved by the manufacturer may be undertaken.
DANGER! Electric shock hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the safety instructions
below.
• Never allow the power cable to come into contact with heat
sources or sharp edges. The power cable should not hang over
the side of the working surface. Ensure that no one can step on
or trip over the cable.
• The power cable must not be folded, bent or tangled, and must
always remain fully unrolled. Never place the device or other
objects on the power cable.
• Do not lay the power cable over carpets or other inflammable
materials. Do not cover the cable. Keep away the cable from
operating range.

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•
Check the power cord regularly for damage. Do not use the
appliance if the power cord is damaged. If this cable is damaged,
it must be replaced by customer service or a qualified electrician
in order to avoid dangers.
• The supply cable must be disconnected from the socket
only by pulling the plug.
• Never carry or lift the device by the supply cable.
• In any case do not open the device housing. In case of
electrical or mechanical modifications the electric shock
hazard will occur.
• Never immerse the appliance, the power cord and the power
plug in water or other liquids.
• Do not use any acid agents and make sure no water ingresses
the device.
• Never operate the device with moist hands or standing on wet
floor.
• Remove the plug from its socket:
- when the device is not used,
- in case of anomalies during operation,
- before cleaning.
HOT SURFACE! Burn hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the instructions below.
• During the operation the cooking surface becomes very hot.
Keep in mind, that the induction cooker itself does not produce
any heat during cooking. However, the heat from the pan will
leave the cooking surface hot! After use the surface is hot.
Do not touch!

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•
Do not place any metal kitchen utensils, pot covers, frying pans,
knives, or other metal objects on the cooking field. After the
device activation they may become very hot.
• Keep in mind that the objects like rings, watches, etc. may
become hot in the vicinity of the cooking surface.
• Do avoid overheating do not place the aliminium foil or metal
plates on the surface of the device.
WARNING! Fire hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the instructions below.
• Avoid prolonged heating of oils and fats! The overheated oil or
fat may quickly ignite. In case of ignition on the cooking field
deactivate the device and cover the flame with large pot cover,
plate, or moistened cloth.
Never use water for extinguishing!
After covering the flame wait for the cooking pots to cool down
and assure appropriate amount of fresh air.
WARNING! Explosion hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the instructions below.
• Do not place any flammable plastic containers or acidic and
basic materials near the device as it may limit its life and cause
deflagration during the activation.

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Do not heat closed containers, e.g. canned food, on the
induction cooking field. The containers or cans may explode
(crack) due to overpressure. Open the can and place it in the
pot with some water heated on the cooking field.
CAUTION! Electromagnetic field hazard!
To avoid the hazard results please follow the instructions below.
• The magnetic objects, like credic cards, data storage devices,
or calculators, must not be placed in the direct vicinity of the
operating device. Their operation may be disturbed by the
magnetic field.
• Do not open the lower cover!
• Make sure that the cooking pots are placed in the centre of the
work field to cover the electromagnetic field in the best possible
range.
• The scientific research confirm that the induction cookers are
not dangerous. But persons with the artificial pacemakers
should keep the distance of min. 60 cm from the operating
device.
CAUTION!
In order to avoid any damages of the device follow the
instructions below.
• Do not use any sharp objects or abrasive agents for cleaning
the surfaces.
• The device should not be used as a shelf or for storage of
empty kitchenware.

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The cooking surface is made from glass resistant to high
temperature. In case of damages or small cracks disconnect the
device from the power supply immediately and contact the
service.
1.3 Intended use
Safe operation is only guaranteed when using the device for its intended purpose.
Any technical interventions, as well as assembly and maintenance are to be made by a
qualified customer service only.
The device is not suitable for continuous commercial use.
The device is intended for home use or in similar places such as:
→ in stores, offices or similar places of work;
→ in agricultural holdings;
→ for customers in hotels, motels and similar dwellings;
→ in Bed & Breakfast facilities.
The induction cooker is designed only for preparing and heating food while
using the appropriate cookware.
Do not use the induction cooker, among other things, for:
-heating rooms;
-heating and warming flammable, harmful, volatile or
similar liquids or materials.
CAUTION!
Any use going beyond the intended purpose and/or any different use
of the device is forbidden and is not considered as conventional.
Any claims against the manufacturer or his authorized representative as
a consequence of experiencing damages resulting from unconventional
use are impossible.
The operator is liable for all damages resulting from inappropriate use.

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2. General information
2.1 Liability and Warrantees
All the information and instructions in this manual take into account standard safety
regulations, current levels of technical engineering as well as the expertise and
experience we have developed over the years.
The instruction manual was translated with all due care and attention. However, we do
not accept liability for any translation errors. The German version of this instruction
manual is definitive.
If the delivery consists of a special model, the actual scope of delivery may differ from
the descriptions and illustrations in this manual. This is also the case for special orders
or when the device has been modified in line with new technology.
CAUTION!
Read this manual carefully and thoroughly before any operation
of the device, and especially before turning it on!
Manufacturer is not liable for any damages or faults caused by:
-violation of advice concerning operation and cleaning;
-use other than designed;
-alterations made by user;
-use of inadequate spare parts.
We reserve the right to make technical changes for purposes of developing and improving
the useful properties.
2.2 Copyright protection
The instruction manual including any texts, drawings, images or other illustrations is
copyright. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted or used in any
form or by any means without permission in writing from the manufacturer. Any person
who commits any unauthorized act in relation to this publication shall be liable to claims
for damages. All rights reserved.
NOTE!
The contents, texts, drawings, pictures and any other illustrations are
copyright and subject to other protection rights. Any person unlawfully
using this publication is liable to criminal prosecution.
2.3 Declaration of conformity
The device complies with the current standards and directives of the EU.
We certify this in the EC declaration of conformity. If required we will be
glad to send you the according declaration of conformity.