Caple C843I User manual

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Induction hob
instruction manual
C843I
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 9
WARRANTY 9
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 10
CONTROL PANEL 11
USING YOUR INDUCTION HOB 14
COOKING GUIDELINES 19
INSTALLATION 21
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 25
TROUBLESHOOTING 26
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your safety is important to us. Please read this
information before using your hob.
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
-Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity
supply before carrying out any work or maintenance
on it.
-Connection to a good earth wiring system is mandatory.
-Alterations to the domestic wiring system must only be
made by a qualified electrician.
-Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously
injure the user.
CUT HAZARD
-Take care - panel edges are sharp. Failure to do so may
result in injury or cuts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-Read these instructions carefully before installing or
using this appliance.
-No combustible materials or products should be placed
on this appliance at any time.
-Please make this information available to the person
responsible for installing the appliance.
-In order to avoid a hazard, this appliance must be
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installed according to these instructions
-This appliance is to be installed correctly and earthed
only by a suitably qualified person.
-This appliance should be connected to a circuit
which incorporates an isolating switch providing full
disconnection from the power supply.
-Failure to install the appliance correctly could invalidate
any warranty or liability claims
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNINGS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
-Do not cook on a broken or cracked hob. If the hob
surface should break or crack, switch the appliance off
immediately at the main power supply (wall switch) and
contact a qualified technician.
-Switch the hob off at the wall before cleaning or
maintenance.
-Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously
injure user.
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HEALTH HAZARD
-This appliance complies with electromagnetic safety
standards.
-Persons with cardiac pacemakers or other electrical
implants must consult their doctor before using this
appliance to ensure the implants will not be affected by
the electromagnetic field.
-Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously
injure the user.
HOT SURFACE HAZARD
-During use, accessible parts of this appliance will become
hot enough to cause burns.
-Do not let your body, clothing or any item other than
suitable cookware contact the induction glass until the
surface is cool.
-Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids
should not be placed on the hob surface.
-Keep children away from appliance.
-Handles of saucepans may be hot to touch. Check
saucepan handles do not overhang other cooking zones
that are on. Keep handles out of reach of children.
-Failure to follow this advice could result in burns
and scalds.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-Never leave the appliance unattended when in use
as pans may boil over which may result in smoking or
grease spills that may ignite.
-Never use your appliance as a work or storage surface.
-Never leave any objects or utensils on the appliance.
-Do not place or leave any magnetic objects
(e.g. credit cards, memory cards) or electronic devices
(e.g. computers, mobile phones, MP3 players) near
the appliance, as they may be affected by its
electromagnetic field.
-Never use your appliance for warming or heating
the room.
-After use, always turn off the cooking zones and the
hob as described in this manual (i.e. by using the touch
controls). Do not rely on the pan detection feature to
turn off the cooking zones when pans are removed.
-Do not allow children to play, sit, stand, or climb on
the appliance.
-Do not store childrens toys in cabinets above the
appliance to avoid the risk of children climbing on the
hob as this could result in serious injury.
-Do not leave children alone or unattended in the kitchen
when the hob is in use.
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-Persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge must be
supervised and given appropriate instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
-Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless
specific instructions are detailed in the manual. All other
servicing should be done by a qualified technician.
-Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the hob.
-Do not place or drop heavy objects on your hob.
-Do not stand on your hob.
-Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across
the surface as this can scratch the glass.
-Do not use scourers or any other harsh abrasive cleaning
agents to clean your hob, as these can scratch glass.
-If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
Caple service or similarly qualified persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
-This product is not designed for commercial use,
it is a household appliance only. It is not intended to be
used in:
•
Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other
working environments.
•
Bed and breakfast type environments
•
By clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments
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WARNING:
-The appliance and its accessible parts become hot
during use.
-Care should be taken to avoid touching
heating elements.
-Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
-This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
-Children should not play with the appliance.
-Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out
by children without supervision.
-Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be
dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish
a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then
cover flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.
-Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
-If the glass/ceramic surface is cracked it can expose live
parts, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of
electric shock.
-Do not steam clean.
-The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate remote control system.
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol
on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this
product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or
the retailer where you purchased the product
CE DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and complies
with all applicable legislation, Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC).
WARRANTY
Your new appliance is covered by warranty. The warranty card is enclosed - if it is
missing, you must provide the following information to your retailer in order to
receive a replacement: date of purchase, model and serial number. Registration can
also be completed online by visiting www.caple.co.uk.
Ensure you keep your warranty card safe, you may need to show it to Caple Service
together with proof of purchase.
If you fail to show your warranty card you will incur all repair charges. Spare parts
are only available from Caple Service and spare parts authorised centres.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Caple induction hob.
We recommend that you spend some time reading instruction manual in order
to fully understand how to correctly install and operate your hob. For installation,
please read the installation section. Read all the safety instructions carefully before
using your hob and keep this instruction manual for future reference.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Top view
1. Max. 1500W zone
2. Max. 2000W zone
3. Max. 1500W zone
4. Max. 2000W zone
5. Ceramic glass top
6. Touch control panel
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CONTROL PANEL
1. ON/OFF control
2. Power keys
3. keylock control
4. Timer keys
INDUCTION COOKING
Induction cooking is a safe, advanced, efficient, and economical cooking
technology. It works by electromagnetic vibrations generating heat directly into the
pan, rather than indirectly through heating the glass surface. The glass becomes hot
only because the pan eventually warms it up.
Iron pot
Magnetic circuit
Ceramic glass plate
Induction coil induced
Currents
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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW INDUCTION HOB
- Read this guide, taking special note of the ‘Safety Warnings’ section.
- Remove any protective film that may still be on your Induction hob.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model code C843I
Cooking zones 4 Zones
Supply voltage 220-240V~
Installed electric power 6400-7200W
Product size LxWxH (mm) 590x520x60
Building in dimensions AxB (mm) 564x494
Weight and dimensions are approximate. We continually strive to improve our
products therefore we may change specifications and designs without prior notice.
USING THE TOUCH CONTROLS
- The controls respond to touch, so you don’t need to apply any pressure.
- Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
- You will hear a beep each time a touch is registered.
- Make sure the controls are always clean, dry, and that there is no object (e.g.
a utensil or a cloth) covering them. Even a thin film of water may make the
controls difficult to operate.
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT COOKWARE
- Only use cookware with a base suitable for induction cooking. Look for the
induction symbol on the packaging or on the bottom of the pan.
- You can check whether your cookware is suitable by carrying out a magnet test:
Move a magnet towards the base of the pan. If it is attracted, the pan is
suitable for induction.
- If you do not have a magnet:
1. Put some water in the pan you want to check.
2. If does not flash in the display and the water is heating, the pan
is suitable.
- Cookware made from the following materials are not suitable for induction:
pure stainless steel, aluminium or copper without a magnetic base, glass, wood,
porcelain, ceramic, and earthenware.
Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base.
Make sure the base of the pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass and is the
same size as the cooking zone. Use pans with a diameter as large as the graphic
of the zone selected. Using a pot slightly wider will result in the energy used at
its maximum efficiency. If you use a smaller pot the efficiency could be less than
expected. Pots less than 140mm could be undetected by the hob. Always centre
your pan on the cooking zone.
Always lift pans off the induction hob – do not slide as they may scratch the glass.
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USING YOUR INDUCTION HOB
To start cooking
Touch the ON/OFF control. Once turned on, the buzzer beeps
once and all displays show “ “ or “ “, indicating that
the induction hob has entered the state of standby mode.
Place a suitable pan on the cooking zone that you
wish to use.
Make sure the bottom of the pan and the surface of the
cooking zone are clean and dry.
Select a heat setting by touching the “-“ or “+” control.
- If you don’t choose a heat setting within 1 minute, the
Induction hob will automatically switch off. You will need to
start again at step 1.
- You can modify the heat setting at any time during cooking.
If the display flashes alternately with the heat setting this means that:
- You have not placed a pan on the correct cooking zone
- The pan you’re using is not suitable for induction cooking
- The pan is too small or not properly centred on the cooking zone.
No heating takes place unless there is a suitable pan on the cooking zone. The
display will automatically turn off after 2 minutes if no suitable pan is placed on it.
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When you have finished cooking
Turn the cooking zone off, by either
scrolling down to“0” or touching the “-”
and “+” control together. Make sure the
display shows“0”
Turn the whole hob off by touching the ON/
OFF control.
Beware of hot surfaces
“ “ will show which cooking zone is hot
to touch. It will disappear when the surface
has cooled down to a safe temperature.
It can also be used as an energy saving
function if you want to heat further pans,
use the zone that is still hot.
LOCKING THE CONTROLS
- You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use (for example children
accidentally turning the cooking zones on).
- When the controls are locked, all the controls except the ON/OFF control are
disabled. In the event of an emergency, you can always turn the hob off by using
the ON/OFF button
To lock the controls
Touch the lock control, the timer will then display ‘Lo’
To unlock the controls
Make sure the Induction hob is turned on.
Touch and hold the keylock control for a few seconds.
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OVER-TEMPERATURE PROTECTION
A temperature sensor monitors the temperature inside the Induction hob. When
an excessive temperature is monitored, the Induction hob will stop operation
automatically.
DETECTION OF SMALL ARTICLES
When an unsuitable size or non-magnetic pan (e.g. aluminium), or another small
item (e.g. knife, fork, key) has been left on the hob, the hob automatically switches
to standby in 1 minute. The fan will keep cooling down the induction hob for a
further 1 minute.
AUTO SHUTDOWN PROTECTION
Auto shut down is a safety protection function for your induction hob. It shuts
down automatically if ever you forget to turn off your hob. The default working
times for various power levels are shown in the below table:
Power level 123456789
Default working time (hour) 888444222
When the pan is removed, the induction hob can stop heating immediately and the
hob automatically switch off after 2 minutes.
People with a heart pace maker should consult with their doctor before using
this unit.
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TIMER CONTROL
You can use the timer in two different ways:
- You can use it as a minute minder. In this case, the timer will not turn any
cooking zone off when the set time is up.
- You can set it to turn one or more cooking zones off after the set time is up.
The timer maximum is 99 minutes.
Using the timer as a Minute Minder. If you are not selecting any cooking zone
Make sure the hob is turned on. Note: you can use the
minute minder even if you’re not selecting any cooking
zone.
Touch the timer control, the ‘10’ will show in the timer
display where touched and the ‘0’ flashes.
Set the time by touching the “-“ or ”+” timer controls.
Hint: Touch the “-“ or ”+” once to decrease or increase
by 1 minute. Touch and hold“-“ or “+” to decrease or
increase by 10 minutes.
To cancel the timer touch the “-“ and ”+” together,.
The timer display will show”00” and the timer is now
cancelled.
When the time is set, it will begin to count down
immediately. The display will show the remaining time
and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds.
The buzzer will beep for 30 seconds and the timer
indicator shows “- - “ when the set time has finished.
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SETTING THE TIMER TO TURN A COOKING ZONE OFF
Touch the”-“ or ”+” of the corresponding cooking
zone you want to set the timer for.
Set the time by touching the “-“ or “+” on the timer.
Hint: Touch the “-“ or “+” once to decrease or increase
by 1 minute.
Touch and hold the ”-“ or “+”to decrease or increase
by 10 minutes.
To cancel the timer touch the “-“ and ”+” together,.
The timer display will show”00” and the timer is now
cancelled.
When the time is set, it will begin to count down
immediately. The display will show the remaining time
and the timer indicator flash for 5 seconds.
NOTE: The red dot next to power level indicator will
illuminate indicating that zone is selected.
When the timer expires, the corresponding cooking
zone will switch off automatically.
All other cooking zones will continue operating if they were turned on previously.
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COOKING GUIDELINES
Take care when frying as the oil and fat heat up very quickly. At extremely high
temperatures oil and fat will ignite spontaneously and this presents a serious
fire risk.
- When food comes to the boil, reduce the temperature setting.
- Using a lid will reduce cooking times and save energy by retaining the heat.
- Minimise the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
- Start cooking on a high setting and reduce the setting when the food
has heated through.
SIMMERING
- Simmering occurs below boiling point, at around 85°C, when bubbles are just
rising occasionally to the surface of the cooking liquid. It is the key to delicious
soups and tender stews because the flavours develop without overcooking the
food. You should also cook egg-based and flour thickened sauces below
boiling point.
- Some tasks, including cooking rice by the absorption method, may require a
setting higher than the lowest setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the
time recommended.
SEARING STEAK
To cook juicy flavoursome steaks:
1. Stand the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat up a heavy-based frying pan.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot
pan and then lower the meat onto the hot pan.
4. Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time will depend on
the thickness of the steak and how cooked you want it. Times may vary from
about 2– 8 minutes per side. Press the steak to gauge how cooked it is – the
firmer it feels the more ‘well done’ it will be.
5. Leave the steak to rest on a warm plate for a few minutes to allow it to relax and
become tender before serving.
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STIR-FRYING
1. Choose an induction compatible flat-based wok or a large frying pan.
2. Have all the ingredients and equipment ready. Stir-frying should be quick. If
cooking large quantities, cook the food in several smaller batches.
3. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil.
4. Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm.
5. Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the cooking zone to
a lower setting, return the meat to the pan and add your sauce.
6. Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through.
7. Serve immediately.
DETECTION OF SMALL ARTICLES
When an unsuitable size or non-magnetic pan (e.g. aluminium), or small items
(e.g. knife, fork, key) has been left on the hob, the hob will automatically go on
to standby in 1 minute. The fan will keep cooking down the induction hob for a
further 1 minute.
HEAT SETTINGS
The settings below are guidelines only. The exact setting will depend on several
factors, including your cookware and the amount you are cooking. Experiment with
the induction hob to find the settings that best suit you.
Heat setting Suitability
1-2
- Delicate warming for small amounts of food
- Melting chocolate, butter, and foods that burn quickly
- Gentle simmering
- Slow warming
3-4
- Reheating
- Rapid simmering
- Cooking rice
5-6 - Pancakes
7-8 - Sautéing
- Pasta
9
- Stir-frying
- Searing
- Bringing soup to the boil
- Boiling water
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