Bosch AutoChef NET 8654 UC User manual

Cooktop
Model:
NET 8654 UC, NET 8054 UC
BOSCH

Q 7"
(18)
NET8054UC
o 12"/8"/6"
(27/21/14)
NET8654UC
Q 6"
(14)
Q 6"
(14)
Q 7"
(18) o 8"/5" (21/12)
()--cm

Table of Contents
Safety ........................................ 5
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 5
Causes of damage ................................................. 9
Getting started ................................ 10
Getting familiar with the unit ....................................... 10
Control Panel ...................................................... 10
The elements ...................................................... 11
Residual heat indicator .............................................. 12
Operation ..................................... 13
Main power switch ................................................ 13
Setting the cooktop ............................................... 13
Setting the heating element .......................................... 13
Table ............................................................. 14
PowerStart TM feature .............................................. 15
Setting the PowerStart TM feature ...................................... 15
Cooking table for the PowerStart TM feature .............................. 16
Tips for the PowerStart TM feature ...................................... 16
AutoChef TM ....................................................... 17
System pan ....................................................... 17
Frying levels ....................................................... 17
Setting the AutoCheff Mfeature ........................................ 18
AutoChef TM Frying Chart ............................................. 19
Frying program settings ............................................. 20
Timer ............................................................ 21
To turn off the heating element after a set period of time .................. 21
Kitchen timer ...................................................... 23
Keep Warm function .............................................. 23
Turning on the Keep Warm function ................................... 23
Child Lock ....................................................... 24
Turning child lock on and off ......................................... 24
Automatic child lock ................................................ 24
Clean Lock ....................................................... 24
Basic Settings .................................................... 25
Changing the basic settings .......................................... 26
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Cleaning and Maintenance ...................... 27
Cleaning ......................................................... 27
Daily Cleaning ..................................................... 27
Cleaning guidlines .................................................. 27
Maintenance ..................................................... 28
Service ....................................... 29
Troubleshooting .................................................. 29
Customer service ................................................. 31
STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ................... 31
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Safety
Important Safety Instructions
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_ ARNING: When properly cared for, your new appliance has beendesigned to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions carefully before use.
These precautions will reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire and
injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions
must be followed, including those in the following pages.
Installation This appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for
easy reference. Refer to Installation Instructions for detail.
Intended Use
Child Safety
This appliance is intended for normal household use only. It is not approved for
outdoor use. See the Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the
manufacturer.
_ WARNING: Use this appliance only for its intended use as described inthis manual. Never use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm
the room. Doing so may result in overheating the appliance. Never use the
appliance for storage.
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless closely supervised by an adult.
Children and pets should not be left alone or unattended in the area where the
appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or
not the appliance is in use.
When children become old enough to use the appliance, it is the legal responsibility
of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices
by qualified persons.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit or hang on any part of an appliance.
This can damage the appliance, potentially causing severe injury.
_ CAUTION: Items of interest to children should not be stored in anappliance, in cabinets above an appliance or in the backsplash. Children
climbing on an appliance to reach items could be seriously injured.
Cooking Safety Do not allow aluminium foil, plastic, paper or cloth to come in contact with a hot
surface element. Do not allow pans to boil dry.
Secure all garments, etc. before beginning. Tie long hair so that it does not hang
loose and do not wear loose fitting clothing or hanging garments such as ties,
scarves, jewelry or dangling sleeves.
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Important Safety Instructions
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DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS. Surface units may be
hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing,
potholders or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near units
until they have had sufficent time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and
areas facing the cooktop.
Always use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in
burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a
towel or other bulky cloth.
Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until it is cool.
_ ARNING: Never leave the cooktop unattended, especially at high
temperature settings. Keep an eye on the cooktop and do not allow
anything to boil over or burn. Boilovers can cause smoke and some foods
and oils may catch on fire if left on high temperature settings.
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Build-up of pressure may cause
the container to burst and cause injury.
Always keep the cooktop and bases of pots dry. Liquid between the pot base and
the cooktop may build up steam pressure, causing the pot to jump suddenly and
causing injury.
Never operate the cooktop with spillover or liquid around the control area. Always
switch off the cooktop and dry the control area.
Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when necessary. To avoid bubbling and
splattering, heat oil slowly on no more than a low medium setting. Hot oil is capable
of causing extreme burns and injury.
_ ARNING: If AutoChef TM is not working properly, overheat may resultcausing smoke and damage to the pan.
WHEN COOKING WITH AUTOCHEF TM OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
÷ Use the system pan only
÷ Always put the pan in the centre of the heating element
÷ Do not place a lid on the pan
÷ Never leave frying fat unattended
Cookware Safety Use proper pan size. The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of the
heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Select
cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface heating unit. This
appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different size. Proper
relationship of cookware to heating element will also improve efficiency.
Cookware not approved for use with ceramic cooktops may break with sudden
temperature changes. Use only pans that are appropriate for ceramic cooktops
(only certain types of glass, heatproof glass, ceramic, earthenware or other glazed
utensils are suitable).

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Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning food. This helps prevent spills
and movement of the pan.
Always position handles of utensils inward so they do not extend over adjacent work
areas or the edge of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires, spills and burns.
Cleaning Safety
Condition of Unit
Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some cleaners produce noxious
fumes when applied to a hot surface. Wet clothes and sponges can cause burns
from steam.
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the cooktop.
_ ARNING: Do not cook on a broken cooktop. Cleaning solutions andspillovers may create a risk of electric shock. Switch off the circuit breaker
in the fuse box if the ceramic has fractures, flaws or cracks. Call an
authorized servicer.
If the display is not working while an element is heating up, switch off the circuit
breaker in the fuse box. Call an authorized servicer.
If the cooktop switches itself off and can no longer be used, it may unexpectedly
switch itself on later. Inorder to prevent this, switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse
box. Call an authorized servicer.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged.
Contact an authorized servicer.
Work Space /Environment Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby, highly visible and easily
accessible near the appliance.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors, flammables or nonfood products
on or in the near of the appliance. It is specifically designed for use when heating or
cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the
appliance and could result in injury.
Service and Repair Safety Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended
in this manual. Refer all servicing to a factory authorized service center.
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the appliance, switch off the
circuit breaker in the fuse box.
Flammable Materials Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors, liquids or materials in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
If the cooktop is near a window, forced air vent or fan, be certain that flammable
materials such as window coverings do not blow over or near the elements. They
could catch on fire.
In Case of Fire In the event that personal clothing catches fire, drop and roll immediately to
extinguish flames.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires with baking soda. Never use
water on cooking fires.
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Important Safety Instructions
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_ WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OFA GREASE FIRE:
a) Never leave surface units unattended at high settings. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium settings
b)
c)
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or when flambeing food
(i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef flambe)
Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan or filter
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware appropriate for the size of
the surface element
_ ARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THEEVENT OF A GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray,
then turn OFF the appliance. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the
flames do not go out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN. You may be burned
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or towels. A violent
steam explosion will result
d) Use an extinguisher only if:
÷ You know you have Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know
how to operate it
÷ The fire is small and contained in the area where it started
÷ The fire department is being called
÷ You can fight the fire with your back to an exit

Causes of damage
Bottoms of pots and pans Rough pot and pan bottoms will scratch the glass ceramic.
Never allow all the liquid to boil away from pots. This can damage the unit.
If you are using special pots and pans, please following the manufacturer's
instructions.
Hot pots and pans Never place hot pots and pans on the control panel area, the display area or the
frame. This can damage the unit.
Salt, sugar and sand Salt, sugar and sand cause scratches on the glass ceramic. Never use the cooktop
as a work or storage surface.
Hard and sharp objects Damage can occur if hard or sharp objects fall on the cooktop.
Boiled-over food Sugar and foods with high sugar contents will damage the cooktop. Use a glass
scraper to remove boiled-over food immediately.
Unsuitable cleaning products Shiny metallic discolorations can appear if unsuitable cleaning products are used
and if pots are scraped across the cooktop.
Foils and plastics Aluminum foil and plastic containers will melt onto hot heating elements. Oven
protection foil is not suitable for using on your cooktop.
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Getting started
Getting familiar with the unit
In this section we describe the control panel, heating elements and displays.
These instructions apply to various cooktops.
Page 2 contains a list of models and dimensions.
Control Panel
Displaysfor
Cleanlock
L_Kitchentimer
c= ChildLock
-_ Timerdisplay
01010 ' '
_n_ Activetimer
Touch key for
© Selectionofcookingzone Displaysfor
Temperaturelevel l- 9
ResidualheatH/I-,
@ Dualelement
@Tripleelement
o°Bridgeelement
etc.
Touch key for
o°Bridgeelement
PowerStaWM
AutoCheffM
FryingPrograms
KeepWarmfunction
L6)Additionalheatingelements
Displaysfor
Fryinglevel
Clean Lock/ Timer
On/OffC.,,dLo.. 0 1 0 2 0 3-- _ 4 T 5-- _ --6 0 7--"_ --8 09
FryingProgram
Touch control zone Your controls are equipped with piezo technology. Activate the symbol on the metal
bar by pressing it lightly.
When you touch a symbol, the function that the symbol represents will be activated.
Example: Touch ON/OFF.
The cooktop will turn on.
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Note Bending the metal bar or striking it, e.g. by knocking it with a pan, can cause
operating faults.
Always keep the touch control zones clean and dry. Moisture and dirt keep them
from working optimally.
The elements
Single element Single elements have only one size cooking surface.
Choose a pan that matches the size of the element.
Dual element The size of these elements can be matched to your pan size. The heating element
must be turned on.
Turning off the outer heating ribbon:
Touch (_).The @ display will turn off.
Adding:
Touch (_)again. The @ display will turn on.
Triple element On this heating element you can turn the medium and large heating ribbons off.
The heating element must be turned on.
Turning off the outer heating ribbon:
Touch (_).The @ display will turn off.
Turning off the middle heating ribbon:
Touch (_)again. The @ display will turn off.
When you turn the heating element on again, all of the heating ribbons will be on.
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Bridge element
(NET 8654U0 only) The Bridge element combines two individual heating elements into one long griddle
zone. This configuration is ideal for griddles and large pans.
Note: Do not use cookware larger than 17" x 10" (432 x 254 mm).
Turning on the Bridge element:
Touch one of the two O symbols for selecting the heating element, then touch o°.
The o°symbol will appear; both heating elements are now selected. ,'_qappears in
both displays. Within the next 10 seconds select the desired heat setting (1-9). The
Bridge element and both individual heating elements are now on.
Changing the heat setting:
Touch one of the two O symbols for selecting the bridge element, and set the new
heat levelwithin the next 10 seconds.
Turning off the Bridge element feature:
Touch one of the two O symbols for selecting the bridge element, and in the setting
area set the value to 0. ,_,'_appears in both displays. The heating elements will turn off
after about 10 seconds, and the residual heat indicator will appear.
Residual heat indicator
l_l
The cooktop has a hot surface indicator for each element. It shows you which
elements are still hot. The hot surface indicator has two levels.
If an ;4is shown on the display, the element is still hot. You could use it, for example,
to keep a small quantity of food warm or to melt a chocolate coating.
As the element continues to cool, the display changes to ;7.The display goes out
once the element has cooled sufficiently.
The hot surface indicator will automatically come on after a power failure. The
display lights up for approximately 30 minutes.
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Operation
Main power switch
Turning on
Turning off
Note
Use the main switch to turn on the electronic circuitry for the control panel. The
cooktop is now ready to use.
Touch ON/OFF until the indicator above the main switch and the symbols O for the
heating elements turn on.
Touch ON/OFF until the indicator above the main switch turns off. The residual heat
indicators will continue to appear until the elements have cooled off sufficiently.
The cooktop will turn off automatically if all of the elements have been turned off for
longer than 20 seconds.
If residual heat is still present when the cooktop is turned on, H/i-,will appear in the
heating element display.
Setting the cooktop
This section explains how to set the elements. Inthe table, you can find temperature
settings for various foods.
Setting the heating
element Select the desired heat setting in the setting area.
Heat setting 1 -- lowest power
Heat setting 9 = highest power
Each heat setting has an intermediate position.
It is indicated by. and is set using o.
Setting the heat setting The cooktop must be turned on.
1. Touch the symbol O for the desired heating element.
u will appear in the display and the symbol O for the selected heating element
will light up brightly.
2. With the next 10 seconds touch the desired heat setting (1-9) in the setting area.
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Keep IF )
Start Chef Programs Warm -_-
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Changing the heat setting Choose the heating element and in the setting area select the desired continuous
cooking setting.
Turning off the heating element Select the heating element, and in the setting area set the value to 0.
The residual heat indicator will appear after about 10 seconds.
Note The heating element regulates itself by turning the heat source on and off. The heat
source may turn on and off even at the highest power setting.
Table The following table provides a few examples.
Set the element to heat setting 9 for bringing to the boil or initial frying. Then switch
back to the appropriate setting.
Heat
setting
Melting
chocolate 1 - 2
butter 1 - 2
Heating
frozen vegetables eg. spinach 2. - 3.
broth 7 - 8
thick soup 1. - 2.
milk** 1 - 2
Simmering
delicate sauce e. g. Bechamel sauce** 4 - 5
spaghetti sauce 2 - 3
pot roast 4 - 5
fish* 4 - 5
* Ongoing cooking without lid
** without lid
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Heat
setting
Cooking
rice (with double amount of water)
potatoes boiled intheir skins with 1-2 cups ofwater
boiled potatoes with 1-2 cups of water
fresh vegetables with 1-2 cups of water
frozen vegetables with 1-2 cups ofwater
pasta (2-4 qt. water)*
pudding**
cereals
2-3
4-5
4-5
2.-3.
2.-3.
6-7
1-2
2-3
Frying
pork chop 5. - 6.
chicken breast 5 - 6
bacon 6 - 7
eggs 5 - 6
fish 5 - 6
pancakes 5. - 6.
Deep fat frying (in 1 - 2 qt. oil)**
deepfrozen foods e.g. chicken nuggets (0.5 Ibper serving)
other e. g. doughnuts (0.5 Ibper serving)
* Ongoing cooking without lid
** without lid
PowerStart TM feature
All heating elements are equipped with PowerStart TM circuits. This feature heats up
the element using the highest power and then switches back to the continuous
cooking setting that you have selected.
How long it will take the element to heat up will depend on the continuous cooking
setting that you have selected.
Setting the PowerStart TM
feature The PowerStart TM feature can only be activated in the first 30 seconds after the
cooktop has been turned on:
1. Select the continuous cooking setting you want to use for the element.
2. Touch PowerStart. Rand the cooking level alternately appear on the display.
PowerStart TM isactivated.
Once the food has been cooked briefly, the heating element automatically switches
back to the programmed cooking level. The Rindicator disappears and the cooking
level stays on constantly.
Note After the PowerStart TM feature has been turned on, the continuous cooking setting
can still be changed for a period of 10 seconds.
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Cooking table for the
PowerStart TM feature Refer to the following table to see the foods for which PowerStart TM is suitable. The
smaller amount refers to the smaller heating elements, the larger amount refers to
the larger heating elements. The values stated in the table are guideline values.
Foods for which PowerStart TM is Quantity Heat
appropriate setting
Heating
frozen vegetables like spinach 10 oz - 16 oz 2. - 3. PS
broth 2 - 4 cups 7 - 8 PS
thick soups 2 - 4 cups 1. - 2. PS
milk** 1 - 2 cups 1 - 2 PS
Simmering
pot roast 2 Ib. 4 - 5 PS
fish 1 Ib. 1.5 Ib. 4- 5 PS
Boiling
rice (with twice as much water) 3/4 cup - 2 cups 2 - 3 PS
potatoes boiled intheir skins with 1-2 cups of 5 - 14 medium potatoes 4 - 5 PS
water
boiled peeled potatoes with 1-2 cups of water 5 - 14 medium potatoes 4 - 5 PS
fresh vegetables with 1-2 cups of water 1 Ib. - 2 Ib. 2. - 3. PS
Frying
pork chop 1 - 2 servings 5.- 6. PS
pancakes 5. - 6. PS
** without lid
Tips for the PowerStart TM
feature
The PowerStart TM feature does not
bring foods to a boil It is designed to conserve the food's nutritional value while using little water for
cooking. Add only about 2 cups of water to the food for the large elements and
about 3A- 1 cup of water for the small elements.
Cook rice in double the volume of liquid.
Cover the pan with a lid.
The PowerStart TM feature is not suited for foods that are cooked in a large quantity of
water (e.g. pasta).
Milk and foods that produce a lot of Use a tall pot.
froth will boil over
Milk will stick Rinse the pan with cold water before filling it.
When frying, the food may stick to the Preheat the frying pan and oil before adding food. Do not turn the food too soon.
pan Food will separate from the bottom of the pan after cooking a short time.
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AutoChef TM
Advantages for frying
Note
If you use AutoChef rMto operate the heating element, a sensor controls the
temperature of the pan.
÷ The heating element only heats up when necessary. This is an energy-saving
feature.
÷ Oil and fat will not overheat.
_ WARNING:Never leave fat to heat up while unattended.
Always place the system pan in the center of the heating element. The heating
element must be completely covered.
Do not place a lid on the pan. The temperature regulator will not work if you do.
You can use a mesh splatter guard.
Only use fat that is suitable for frying. When using butter, margarine or olive oil,
select the min setting for frying.
AutoChef TM is not suitable for boiling.
System pan
Frying levels
For frying with AutoChef rMuse the system pan only. Otherwise, the controller will not
work properly and may cause your pans to overheat.
You can use the enclosed order form to request a free system pan.
You can also purchase the system pan from an electrical appliance retailer:
HEZ390230
The frying levels provided at the end of this section are designed for the system pan.
Level Temperature Ideal for
max high
med medium - high
Steaks medium rare, fried boiled potatoes
Veal cutlet, ground meat, thin slices of meat,
vegetables
low low - medium Thick pan-fried foods such as pork chop, chicken
breast, Hamburger, pancakes
min low Omelets, French Toast, Hash browns, fried food in
butter or olive oil
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Setting the AutoChef TM
feature Select the appropriate frying levelfrom the chart.
Place the system pan in the center of the heating element.
The cooktop must be on.
1. Touch AutoChef.
The Rlights up on the display. The frying level options appear on the display
menu.
R
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8 P.... Auto " _ _
Start Chef Programs Warm @min low med max
"-2" o 3 .o 4.o5o6o7o8o 9
2. Within the next 5 seconds, select the desired frying level using the number keys
below the display menu.
__ min low _max
AutoChef TM is enabled
The heating element in the center turns on automatically. The temperature symbol _--
appears until the frying temperature is reached. Then a beep sounds. The
temperature symbol _--disappears.
3. Add the frying oil and then the food to the pan.
Turn the food as usual so that it does not burn.
Turning off AutoCheF M Select 0 from the number keys. After about 10 seconds the heating element turns
off. The hot surface indicator appears.
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AutoChef TM Frying Chart The following chart lists which frying level is ideal for particular foods. Frying time
may depend on the type, weight and quality of the food product.
The frying levels provided are designed for the system pan. Frying levels may vary
when using other frying pans.
Frying Total frying
level time from
signal
Meat
Fish
Egg dishes
Potatoes
Vegetables
Pork chop, boneless or bone-in (1"thick)
Veal cutlet in breadcrumb (5/8" thick)
Fillet (1" thick)
Cordon bleu
Beef steaks medium rare (3A"thick)
Beef steaks medium or well done
(3A"thick)
Chicken breast (1"thick)
Skillet-fried chicken
Sausages e.g. hot dogs (01/2-11/8")
Hamburger
Thin slices of meat
Ground meat
Bacon
low 10-17 min
med 6-10min
med 6-10min
low 15-20 min
max 8-10 min
med 8-12 min
min 20-30 min
min 25-35 min
low 8-20 min
low 6-12 min
med 7-12 min
med 6-10min
min 5-8 min
Fish,fried (whole) low 15-25 min
Fishfillet with or without breadcrumbs Iow/med 10-20 min
Shrimps med 4-8 min
Pancakes low cf
Omelettes min cf
Fried eggs min 2-6 min
Scrambled eggs min 2-4 min
French toast min cf
Fried boiled potatoes max 6-12 min
Fried raw potatoes low 15-25 min
Hash browns min 20-30 min
Garlic/Onions min 2-10 min
Squash/Egg plant low 4-12 min
Mushrooms med 10-15 min
Stir-fried vegetables med 10-12 min
Frozen
products Chicken nuggets, Chicken patties med 8-15 min
Cordon bleu min 10-30 min
Chicken breast low 10-30 min
Fishfillet in breadcrumb low 10-20 min
Fish sticks med 8-12 min
Oven French fries max 4-6 min
Stir-fried vegetables min 8-15 min
Spring rolls/Egg rolls (3A-1W'thick) low 10-30 min
* Place in cold pan
cf continuous frying
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Frying Total frying
level time from
signal
Ready-made
meals
Misc.
Potato products e.g. fried potatoes low 10-15 min
Potato products e.g. hash browns min 10-20 min
Pasta (with added water) min 4-6 min
Baked camembert/Baked cheese low 7-10 min
Roast almonds, nuts, pine kernel* min 3-7 min
Place in cold pan
cf continuous frying
Frying program settings
Selecting the frying program setting
Use the frying program settings with the system pan only.
You can use the frying program settings to prepare the following dishes:
Program setting
Pl
P2
P3
p,._,,
P5
P5
P?
P8
P9
Dish
Ground meat
Hamburger, Pork Chop
Steak medium rare
Steak medium or well done
Fish
Pancakes, French Toast
Frozen oven french fries
Stir-fried vegetables
Omelette, eggs
Select the heating element with the frying sensor.
1. Touch the Programs symbol. The PL?symbol appears on the display.
2. Within the next 10 seconds, select the desired frying program setting using the
number keys.
pn U
Start Chef Programs
o3 o4o 5
P4
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Power Auto KeepStart Chef Programs Warm m
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