Caple C950I User manual

Instruction manual for induction hob
Model code: C950I
Contact Caple on 0117 938 7420 or for spare parts www.caple.co.uk

Summary
Safety................................................................................................................................4
Precautions before using .................................................................................................4
Using the appliance .........................................................................................................5
Precautions not to damage the appliance ........................................................................6
Precautions in case of appliance failure............................................................................6
Other protections ............................................................................................................7
Description of the appliance...........................................................................................8
Technical data .................................................................................................................8
Control panel ..................................................................................................................8
Using the hob................................................................................................................... 8
Display.............................................................................................................................8
Ventilation.......................................................................................................................9
Starting-up and appliance management .......................................................................9
Before the first use ..........................................................................................................9
Induction principe............................................................................................................9
Touch controls.................................................................................................................9
Power selection zone and timer setting zone ...................................................................9
Starting-up ....................................................................................................................10
Pan detection ................................................................................................................10
Residual heat indication.................................................................................................10
Booster function............................................................................................................11
Timer.............................................................................................................................11
Automatic cooking ........................................................................................................12
Pause function...............................................................................................................12
Recall Function ..............................................................................................................13
Keep warm Function .....................................................................................................13
Control panel locking ....................................................................................................13
Cooking advice............................................................................................................... 14
Pan quality.....................................................................................................................14
Pan dimensions .............................................................................................................14
Examples of power settings ........................................................................................... 15
Maintenance and cleaning ............................................................................................15
What to do in case of a problem .................................................................................. 15
Environment protection ................................................................................................16
Installation instructions.................................................................................................17

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Safety
Precautions before using
Unpack all the materials.
The installation and connecting of the appliance have to be done
by approved specialists. The manufacturer cannot be responsible
for damage caused by installation or connection errors.
To be used, the appliance must be well-equipped and installed in
a kitchen unit and an adapted and approved work surface.
This domestic appliance is exclusively for the cooking of food, to
the exclusion of any other domestic, commercial or industrial
use.
Remove all labels and self-adhesives from the ceramic glass.
Do not change or alter the appliance.
The cooking plate cannot be used as freestanding or as a work
surface.
The appliance must be grounded and connected conforming to
local standards.
Do not use any extension cables to connect it.
The appliance cannot be used above a dishwasher or a tumble-
dryer as steam may damage the electronic components.
The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote control system.

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Using the appliance
Switch the heating zones off after using.
Keep an eye on the cooking especially when using grease or oils,
which may quickly ignite.
Be careful not to burn yourself while or after using the appliance.
Make sure no cable of any fixed or moving appliance makes
contact with the glass or the hot saucepan.
Magnetic objects (credit cards, floppy disks, calculators) should
not be placed near to the engaged appliance.
Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not
be placed on the hob surface since they can get hot.
In general do not place any metallic object except heating
containers on the glass surface. In case of accidental engaging or
residual heat, objects may heat, melt or even burn.
Never cover the appliance with a cloth or a protection sheet. This
will become very hot and could catch fire.
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 shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

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Precautions not to damage the appliance
Raw pan bottoms or damaged saucepans (not enamelled cast
iron pots,) may damage the ceramic glass.
Sand or other abrasive materials may damage ceramic glass.
Avoid dropping objects, even little ones, on the hob glass.
Do not hit the edges of the glass with saucepans.
Make sure that the ventilation of the appliance works according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not put or leave empty saucepans on the induction hobs.
Sugar, synthetic materials or aluminium sheets must not make
contact with the heating zones. These may cause breaks or other
alterations of the hob glass by cooling: switch on the appliance
and take them immediately out of the hot heating zone (be
careful: do not burn yourself).
WARNING: Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking
surface.
Never place any hot container over the control panel.
If a drawer is situated under the embedded appliance, make sure
the space between the contents of the drawer and the lower
part of the appliance is large enough (2 cm). This is essential to
ensure the correct ventilation.
Never put any inflammable object (for example sprays) into the
drawer situated under the induction hob. Any cutlery drawers
must be resistant to heat.
Precautions in case of appliance failure
If a defect is noticed, switch off the appliance and turn off the
electrical supply.
If the ceramic glass is cracked or damaged, you must unplug the
appliance and contact the after sales service.
Any repairs must be carried out by specialists. Do not open the
appliance by yourself.
WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to
avoid the possibility of electric shock.

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Other warnings
Make sure that the pot or pan is always centred on the cooking
zone. The bottom of the pan must cover as much of the cooking
zone as possible.
For users with a pacemaker, the magnetic field could influence
its operation. We recommend getting information from the
retailer or your doctor before using this appliance.
Do not to use aluminium or synthetic material containers: they
could melt on hot cooking zones (from residual heat).
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.
THE USE OF EITHER POOR QUALITY POTS OR ANY
INDUCTION ADAPTOR PLATE FOR NON-MAGNETIC
COOKWARE RESULTS IN A WARRANTY BREACH.
IN THIS CASE, THE MANUFACTURER CANNOT BE HELD
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED TO THE HOB
AND/OR ITS ENVIRONMENT.

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Description of the appliance
Technical data
Type Total
Power Diameter Nominal Power * Booster Power * Minimum diameter detection
C950I 7400 w 2 zones: 300mm
2 zones: 270mm
2300 W
1100 W
3000 W
1400 W
120 mm
90 mm
* The given power may change according to the dimensions and material of the pan.
Control panel
Using the hob
Display
Display Designation Function
0. Zero The heating zone is activated.
1…9 Power level Selection of the cooking level.
UPan detection No pan or inadequate pan.
A Heat accelerator Automatic cooking.
E Error message Electronic failure.
H Residual heat The heating zone is hot.
P Booster The boosted power is activated.
L Lock Control panel is locked.
U Keep warm Automatically maintains a temperature of 70°C.
II Pause The hob is in pause mode.
Power selection zone “Slider” and timer
settin
g
zone
Timer indicator light
Timer display
On/Off key
cooking zone
indicator light
Booster
key Pause/recall key
Power display
on/off
indicator light
Pause/Recall
indicator light
Keep warm key

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Ventilation
The cooling system is fully automatic. The cooling fan starts with a low speed when the heat
brought out by the electronic system reach a certain level. The ventilation starts at high speed when
the hob is intensively used. The cooling fan reduces speed and stops automatically when the
electronic circuit is cooled enough.
Starting-up and appliance management
Before the first use
Clean your hob with a damp cloth, and then dry the surface thoroughly. Do not use detergent
which can cause a blue-tinted colour on the glass surface.
Induction principe
An induction coil is located under each heating zone. When it is engaged, it produces a variable
electromagnetic field which produces inductive currents in the ferromagnetic bottom plate of the
pan. The result is a heating-up of the pan located on the heating zone.
Of course the pan has to be made of the correct material:
All ferromagnetic pans are recommended (please verify it with a small magnet): cast iron
and steel pans, enamelled pans, stainless-steel pans with ferromagnetic bottoms…
The following are not suitable: copper, pure stainless-steel, aluminium, glass, wood,
ceramic, stoneware…
The induction heating zone adapts automatically to the size of the pan. With a diameter too small
the pan will not work. This diameter is varying in function dependent on the heating zone
diameter.
If the pan is not adapted to the induction hob the display will show [ U ].
Touch controls
Your induction hob is equipped with electronic sensitive touch control keys. When your finger
touches the key, the corresponding command is activated. This activation is validated by a control
light, a letter or a number in the display and/or a “beep” sound.
Note: Touch only one key at a time.
Power selection zone and timer setting zone
To select the power with the slider, slide your finger on the slider zone. Alternatively you can have a
direct access if you put your finger directly on the chosen level.
Power selection zone “slider” and
timer settin
g
zone
Slider Direct access

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Starting-up
Start / switch off the hob:
Action Control panel Display
To start press key [ ] [ 0 ]
To stop press key [ ] nothing or [ H ]
Start / switch off a heating zone:
Action Control panel Display
Zone selection press display [ 0 ] selected [ 0 ] and control light
on
To set slide on the “slider” [ 0 ] to [ 9 ]
(adjust the power) to the right or to the left
To stop slide to [ 0 ] on “slider” [ 0 ] or [ H ]
If no action is made within 20 second the electronics will return to standby mode.
Pan detection
The pan detection ensures a perfect safety. The induction doesn’t work:
If there is no pan on the heating zone or if this pan is not adapted to the induction. In this
case it is impossible to increase the power and the display shows [ U ]. This symbol
disappears when a pan is put on the heating zone.
If the pan is removed from the heating zone the operation is stopped. The display will show
[ U ]. The symbol [ U ] disappears when the pan is put back on the heating zone. The
cooking continues with the power level set before.
After use, switch the heat element off: don’t wait for the pan detection [ U ] to activate.
Residual heat indication
After the switching off of a heating zone or the complete stop of the hob, the heating zones are
still hot and this is indicated by a [ H ] on the display.
The symbol [ H ] disappears when the heating zones can be touched without danger.
As far as the residual heat indicators are illuminated, don’t touch the heating zones and don’t put
any heat sensitive objects on them. There is a risk of burning and fire.