Bosch PMI968MS Owner's manual

BUILT-IN INDUCTION HOB
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTION
PMI968MS
PMI968MS
EN

Preface
Thank you for choosing Bosch cooking appliances.
Please read this User manual carefully before you use the product.
Any defects and losses caused by ignoring the mentioned items and cautions mentioned in
the operation and installation instruction are not covered by our warranty and any liability.
Please keep all document in a safety place for future reference. If you have any doubt,
please contact our local customer service center or dealer.

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Table of Contents
Safety instructions…….………….. ………………………….
Causes of damage……………………………………………
Advice on saving energy……….……………………..……...
Preparing the kitchen units….....................................….….
Important notes …………….………….…………………..….
Installing and connecting the hob…….………..…………....
Advantages of induction cooking…………………………...
Suitable pans……………………………….………………….
Getting familiar with your new hob………..……….….….....
Residual heat warning light………………..………………....
Programming the hob………………..…………….……….
Switching the hob on and off……………..…………...…......
Adjusting the hotplate…………………..………………..…...
Cooking table………………………….………………………
The Powerboost function…………..……….……………..
Restrictions when using the Powerboost function….……..
Timer function……………………………….…………….....
Switching a hotplate off automatically…….………………...
Basic settings………………………………………………...
Accessing the basic settings………..…………………….....
Automatic time limitation…………………………………......
Care and cleaning…………….……...…………………......
Cooking hob…………………………………………………...
Hob surround…………………….…………………………….
Fixing malfunctions………………………………………...…
Normal noises heard during appliance operation……...….
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Safety Information
Environmental Protection
Installation Instructions
Induction Cooking
Operation instruction

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Tips with good intention………………….…………………...
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Attention:
BSH Home Appliances (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. reserves the right
of final explanation of all the contents in the Operation and
Installation Instruction. The contents of this user manual are
subject to change without notice.
Customer service
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Safety information
Safety Instructions
Read this instructions carefully.Only after doing this will you
be able to operate your appliance properly.
Keep this Instructions in a safe place. If the appliance is given to
another person, ensure the appliance documentation is also
included.
Check the appliance after removing it from the packaging. If you
find the induction hob (built-in) is visibly damaged, do not use it.
Contact your local Customer Service or dealer immediately.
 The induction hob (built-in) is designed for domestic use only.
Only use the induction hob for food preparation so that it
should be installed in the kitchen.
 Safe operation:
To use this appliance safely, adults and children who as a
result of
 physical, sensory or mental disability
 or lack of experience or knowledge
are not capable of using this appliance should not do.
 Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
 Overheated oil, butter or margarine:
Overheated oil or butter (margarine) can quickly ignite. It may
cause a fire!
Ensure that you keep a constant watch when cooking foods
with oil or butter.
In the event that the oil or butter catches fire, never use water
to put it out. Put the fire out quickly by covering the pan with a
cover or dish. Switch off the hotplate.
 Not to add additional timer or remote control to control the
hob.

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Safety Instructions
Safety information
Hot cooking hob
Risk of burns! Do not touch the hot areas of the hob. It is
imperative that children keep away from the appliance. The
residual heat Indicator tells you if the hotplates are hot (See
“Residual heat warning light” section ).
It may cause a fire! Never rest flammable objects on the
cooking hob.
It may cause a fire! If there is a drawer below the induction
hob, this should not be used to store any flammable objects
or sprays.
Wet hotplates and pan bases
Risk of injuries! If there is any liquid between the base of the
pan and the hotplate this could generate steam pressure. As
a result, the pan could jump unexpectedly.
Always ensure that the hotplate and the base of the pan are
kept dry.
Cracks in the hob
Risk of electrocution! Disconnect the appliance from the
mains if the induction hob is broken or cracked.
Contact Local Customer Service or Dealer.
The hotplate heats up but the visual indication does not work
Risk of burns! Disconnect the hotplate if the indicator does
not work.
Contact Local Customer Service or dealer.
Do not place metal objects on the Induction hob
Risk of burns! Do not leave cutlery, lids or other metal
objects on the hob as they can heat up very quickly.

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Safety Instructions
Safety information
Taking care of the cooling fan
This induction hob is fitted with a fan in the lower section.
Risk of malfunction! If a drawer is fitted beneath the hob you
must not keep small objects or paper in it as, if they are
picked up, they could damage the cooling fan or affect the
cooling system.
Please, note: there should be a minimum distance of 2 cm
between the drawer contents and the cooling fan.
Incorrect repairs
Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs can be dangerous.
Repairs may only be carried out by the Customer Service.
Power cable
Any work on the appliance, including replacing the power
cable must be carried out by the Customer Service.
The power cable of the appliance must not touch the hot
areas of the hob. The cable insulation and hob can be
damaged.
This appliance complies with current safety regulations and
electromagnetic compatibility regulations.
Nevertheless, people with a peacemaker should not use this
appliance.
It is impossible to guarantee that all such devices found on
the market comply with current safety regulations and
electromagnetic compatibility regulations, and that
dangerous interference will not occur. It is also possible that
people with other types of device, such as hearing aid, could
experience some discomfort.
Switching the hob off
Always switch the hob using the main switch of the Control
panel after each use. Do not wait until the hob switches off
automatically when the pan is removed.

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Causes of damage
Safety information
The base of the pans
The rough bases of pans may scratch the hob.
When the Induction hob is switched on, avoid leaving empty
pans on the hotplates for long time. These may cause
damage.
Hot pans
Never rest hot pans on the control panel, the indicator area
or the hob surround.
Salt, sugar and sand
salt, sugar and sand may scratch the ceran glass.
Do not lean on the hob or use it as work surface.
Hard and pointed objects
Hard or pointed objects may cause damage if they fall onto
the hob.
Spilt food
Sugar and other similar products may damage the hob.
These products should be removed immediately using a
glass scraper.
Inappropriate cleaning products
Discolorations in the metal are caused by using unsuitable
cleaning products and wear as a result of contact with pans.
Contact with our customer service to check suitable cleaning
products.
Plastic and foil
Aluminum foil and plastic containers will melt if placed on
the hot areas of the hob

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Advice on saving energy
Environmental Protection
Use a pan with thick flat base. Curved bases increase
energy consumption.
Place a ruler on the base of the pan, if there are no gaps,
the base of the pan is completely flat.
The diameter of the base of the pan should fit the size of the
hotplate.
Check if the manufacturer has indicated the upper diameter
of the pan. In general, this is greater than the diameter of the
base of the pan.
If the diameter of the pan does not fit the diameter of the
hotplate, you are recommended to use a pan which is larger
than the size of the hotplate, or else about half the energy
will be lost.
Choose pans which are the right size for the amount of food
to be prepared. A large pan which is half full will consume a
lot of energy.
Always centre the pan on the hotplate and always cover the
pan with the matching lid. Cooking without using the lid
quadruples energy consumption.
Cook using small amounts of water. This will save energy
and will also help green vegetables retain their vitamins and
minerals.
During their cooking, food such as stews, soups may heat
up too quickly without any indication, spilling out of the
cookware.
It is therefore advisable to heat this type of food gently,
selecting a suitable power level and stirring the contents
before and during cooking.
We recommend not to use for Induction hob pots that have
been used in a gas hob （fire can deform the flatness of
bottom). In case of use, check that bottom is flat.
Environmentally-friendly waste management
Unpack the appliance and dispose of the packaging by
environmentally-friendly means.

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Installation instructions

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Installation instructions
Preparing the Kitchen
Units - Figure 1-7 Taking into account the hob ventilation:
An aperture must be cut in the top section of the back
of the kitchen unit, 680 mm wide and 45 mm high (figure
6).
there must be a gap of 20 mm between the back of the
kitchen unit and the kitchen wall (figure 7).
if the hob is installed above a drawer, allow a gap of 65
mm between the drawer and the top section of the
worktop.
The worktop should be flat and horizontal. The aperture
should be cut before the appliance is installed. Remove any
shavings, as these can affect the operation of the electrical
components. When the cutting has been completed, the
unit’s stability should be checked again.
Surfaces which have been cut should be sealed so that they
are heat resistant and so that they do not swell when moist.
The kitchen units to be fitted must resist temperatures of up
to 90
o
C.
The gap between the aperture and the side wall must be at
least: 40 mm
It is not recommended that the hob be placed between two
side walls but, if this is the case, a gap of at least 200 mm
should also be left on one side.
If the induction hob is installed above a sterilizer there must
be a gap of 70 mm from the top of worktop to the top of the
sterilizer.
If the induction hob is installed without sterilizer or above a
drawer, the worktop thick around the hob must be 20mm as
minimum.
If the interior width of the kitchen unit is less than 700 mm, a
80 mm – long cut must be made in the side walls from the
top section of the hob (figure 4).

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Installation instructions
Important notes Safety in use is only guaranteed if the technical installation
of the hob has been carried out correctly and in accordance
with the installation instructions. The installation technician
shall be liable for any damage caused as a result of
incorrect installation
Only an authorized technician is able to connect the
appliance. The guidelines set out by the electricity provider
must be observed.
This appliance should only be used with an earthed
connection.
Using this appliance without an earth connection or after it
has been incorrectly installed may, in very rare cases, cause
serious harm.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for any
malfunction or damage which is caused by incorrect
electrical installation.
If the appliance is not fitted with an accessible plug,
disconnecting means must be incorporated in the fixed
installation, in accordance with the installation regulations.
The power cable must be positioned so that it does not
touch any of the hot parts of the hob.

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Installation instructions
Installing and
connecting the hob
Figure 8 See the name plate (see figure) for the voltage.
Connection diagram ( see figure)
1. Brown
2. Blue
3. Green and Yellow
Is required 16A electrical installation at customer’s house
(electrical circuit, socket and fuse ).
Do not trap the lead during installation and do not guide it
over sharp edges.
The hob and the worktop should not be sealed with silicone
as the hob itself has a seal which serves this function.
Do not install this induction hob above a refrigerator,
dishwasher, washing machine or oven.
Removing the hob
Disconnect the cooker from the power supply.
Push out the hob from below
220V-240V~50HZ
Connection diagram
L
2
N
1
3

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Advantages of
induction cooking
Induction cooking
Suitable pans
Induction cooking involves a radical change to the traditional
method of heating, as the heat is generated directly in the
pan. For this reason, it offers a number of advantages:
Greater speed in cooking and frying; as the pan is
heated directly.
Reduced energy consumption
Cleaner and easier to use; spilt food does not burn as
much on the hob.
Cooking control and safety; the hob supplies or cuts off
the heat as soon as the controls are operated. The
Induction hotplate stops supplying heat if the pan is
removed before the power has been switched off.
Ferromagnetic pans are the only pans which are suitable for
induction cooking. They can be made of:
enameled steel
cast iron
specially designed cookware for induction cooking
made from stainless steel
Special pans for induction cooking.
Other types of special pans are available for induction
cooking, where the base of the pan is not entirely
ferromagnetic. Check the diameter as this could affect the
pan detection as well as the cooking results.
Checking pans using a magnet.
To find out whether the pans are suitable, check that they
are attracted to a magnet.
The manufacturer will usually indicate if their pans are
suitable for induction cooking.

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Induction cooking
Suitable pans Unsuitable pans. Never use pans made from:
standard, high quality steel
glass
earthenware
copper
aluminum
Characteristics of the base of the pan
The characteristics of the base of the pan can affect the
evenness of the cooking.
Pans which are made from heat-diffusing materials ( such as
“sandwich” pans made from stainless steel) distribute the
heat evenly, saving time and energy.
No pan or incorrect size pan
If no pan is place on the hotplate, or the pan is not made of a
suitable material or it is not a suitable size, the heat setting
on the hotplate indicator will flash.
Place a suitable pan on the hotplate to stop the indicator
flashing. If there is a delay of more than 90 seconds, the
hotplate switches off automatically.
Empty pans or pans with a thin base
Do not heat empty pans and do not use pans with thin
bases. Although your hob is equipped with an internal safety
system, empty cookware can heat up so quickly that the
“automatic OFF” function does not have time to react and a
very high temperature may be reached. The base of the pan
could melt and damage the hob’s glass surface. If this
happens, do not touch the pan and switch off the hotplate. If
it does not work after cooling, contact our Local Service
Center or dealer.
Pan detection
Each hotplate has a minimum limit for pan detection which
varies according to the material from which the pan being
used is made. It is for this reason you are recommended to
use a hotplate which matches the diameter of the pan.

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Operation Instruction
Top view of product
Control Panel
Getting familiar with
your new hob

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The hotplates
Getting familiar with
your new hob
Operation Instruction
Cooking zones
This hob has two hotplates.
Internal crosses indicates Induction cooking zone.
External lines to help centering the pots over the crosses.
Only use pans which are suitable for induction cooking, see
the section on “Suitable pans”.

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Getting familiar with
your new hob
Operation Instruction
1.8 kW (rated) /1.4 kW
(Power level 9)
Individual Induction power
(kW)
Right hotplate
3.3 kW (rated) /2.2 kW
(Power level 9)
Individual Induction power
(kW)
Left hotplate
3.5 kW
Induction total rated power
(KW)
Full Schott Ceram Glass
Faceplate
6
Height above installation
table mm
760×450 ×55.9
Dimension (W×D×H) mm
700 ×400 Fillet 4×R20Cut-out size (W×D) mm
12Gross weight kg
8.9Net weight kg
Patented design EasyFix
TM
spring clip type
Installation method
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Minimum thickness of
installation table mm
50 Hz
Frequency
220 V ~ 240 V
Voltage
CS35-PMI968MSModel
Product Appearance
PMI968MS
Product Code
Specification

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Residual heat
warning light
Programming the hob
The hob has a residual heat warning light for each hotplate
to show those which are still hot. Avoid touching the hotplate
when this warning light is on.
Although the hob is switched off, the warning light will stay lit
while the hotplate is hot.
When the pan is removed before the hotplate is turned off,
the J / – indicator and the selected heat setting will be
displayed alternately.
Switching the hob
on and off
Operation Instruction
Switch the hob on and off using the main switch.
To switch on
Touch the G symbol. A beep sounds。
The indicator above the main switch and the hotplates
indicators light up. The hob is ready.
To Switch off
Touch the G symbol until the indicator above the main
switch and the hotplates indicators go out. All hotplates are
switched off. The residual heat indicator remains on until the
hotplates have cooled down sufficiently.
Note
The hob switches off automatically when all hotplates have
been switched off for a set period of time.

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Adjusting the
hotplate
Operation Instruction
Select the required heat setting using symbols 1to 9.
Heat setting 1 = minimum
Heat setting 9 = maximum
Adjusting the heat setting:
1. Press the symbol on the corresponding hotplate.
The P indicator lights up.
2. Within next 10 seconds, press the symbol for the
required heat setting. The power (kilowatts) will be
shown simultaneously in power indicator zone for
your reference according to the heating setting
selected.
3. To change the heat setting:
select the hotplate and press the symbol for the
required heat setting. The slim indicator will light up
step by step to the selected power level. Meanwhile,
the corresponding power watts will be shown for 10
seconds in power indicator zone.
Warning:
The selected heat setting will flash if no pan is placed
on the induction hotplate.
After a certain time, the hotplate switches off.
Switching off the hotplate
Select the hotplate and then press the symbol for heat
setting P .
The hotplate is switched off and the residual heat indicator is
displayed.