Elba EDCH-K3012ST User manual

Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual carefully before
operating your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number
of the set.
See the label attached on the set and
quote this information to your dealer
when you require service.
For The Warranty Terms & Conditions, Please Refer To Warranty Certificate
BUILT IN CERAMIC HOB
MODEL: EDCH-K3012ST(BK)
ECH-K6014ST(BK)
ECH-K7012ST(BK)
ECH-
K7013ST(BK)

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We recommend that you read the instructions in this owner’s manual carefully
before using it for the best performance and to extend the lifespan of your appliance, as
it will provide you with all the instructions you require to ensure its safe installation, use
and maintenance.
Safety Precautions
Edges of the appliance may be sharp, extra cautions must be paid to avoid injury
cause by the sharp edges.
To ensure your safety, all electric appliances should only be installed or serviced
by qualified technician. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
authorized service center or similarly qualified technician in order to avoid hazard.
Do not place supply cord on the edge of table and counter, or near any heating
appliance.
In order to avoid electric shock, do not immerse supply cord, plug or other parts
into water.
Do not place the appliance near electric stove, heated oven, microwave or other
heat source.
In order to avoid burning or explosion, combustibles or flammable material
(curtains, cloth, wallpaper and others) should be kept away from the appliance.
Do not place plastic or other similar items on the cooktop.
This appliance does not come with a plug preassembled and it has to be properly
installed and earthed with a connecting fuse with the load of 15A (Model EDCH-
014ST(BK)).
The glass surface may become hot during use. Please keep away from children
and never touch the glass with bare hands.
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply and wait until it is cool before carry
out cleaning or maintenance.
In order to avoid electric shock, never use metal wire brush to clean the appliance
as pieces of metal are easy to touch live part.
K3012ST(BK), 20A for ECH-K7013ST(BK) and 30A or a circuit breaker (ECH-K6

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Never use metal scouring pads or sharp scrapers which will damage the glass
surface leading to broken or scratches.
In order to avoid burn or electric shock, never put too much food or metal utensils
on the cooktop.
Please make sure the hob has been switched off when it is not in used and
unplugged from the socket when you are planning not to use the appliance for a
longtime.
Other purpose except cooking is not allowed.
Do not rest heavy object on the glass surface. This may damage the glass.
Do not cook on a broken or cracked cooktop. If the cooktop surface has been
broken, switch off the appliance immediately at the electrical mains and contact the
service center.
Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not use a steam cleaner to clean your cooktop.
Do not cook the food directly on the glass surface without any cookingutensils.

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Installation
Selection of installation equipment
1. Cut out the work surface according to the sizes shown in the drawing. For the
purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 50mm space shall be preserved
around the hole. Be sure that the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm.
Please select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation
caused by the heat radiation from the appliance. Installation as shown below:
A(mm)
B(mm)
C(mm)
D
E
760
50 mini
20 mini
Air intake
Air exit 10 mm
Under any circumstances, make sure the hob is well ventilated and the air inlet and outlet
are not blocked. Ensure the hob is in good working condition as shown above.
Note: The safety distance between the hotplate and the cupboard above the
hotplate should be at least 760mm.
Model L(mm) W(mm) H(mm) D(mm) A(mm) B(mm) X(mm)
EDCH-K3012ST(BK) 290 520 50 46 270 470 Min 50
ECH-K6014ST(BK) 680 520 50 46 560 470 Min 50
ECH-K7012ST(BK) 710 410 50 46 680 380 Min 50
ECH-K7013ST(BK) 710 410 50 46 680 380 Min 50

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Before locating the fixing brackets
The unit should be placed on a stable, smooth surface (use the packaging). Do not
apply force onto the controls protruding from the hob. Fix the hob on the work surface
by screw four brackets on the bottom of hob (see picture) after installation. Adjust the
bracket position to suit for different work surface’s thickness.
EDCH-K3012ST(BK) ECH-K6014ST(BK)
ECH-K7012ST(BK) / ECH-K7013ST(BK)

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Connecting the hob to the mains power supply
The power supply should be connected in compliance with the relevant standard, or a
single-pole circuit breaker. The method of connection is shown below.
ECH-K6014ST(BK)
1. If the cable is damaged or needs replacing, this should be done by an authorized
technician using the proper tools, so as to avoid anyaccidents.
2. If the appliance is being connected directly to the mains supply, an omnipolar circuit
breaker must be installed with a minimum gap of 3mm between thecontacts.
3. The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and it
complies with the safety regulations.
4. The cable must not be bent or compressed and shall be checkedregularly.

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Product Overview
Top View
EDCH-K3012ST(BK)
ECH-K6014ST(BK)
1. Min/Max. 1000/2000W zone
2. Max. 1200W zone
3. Control panel
2
1
2
3
4
1. Max. 1200W zone
2. Max. 1800W zone
3. Min/Max. 1000/2200W zone
4. Max. 1200W zone
5. Control panel
1
3
5

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ECH-K7012ST(BK)
ECH-K7013ST(BK)
2
1. Min/Max. 1000/2200W zone
2. Max. 1800W zone
3. Control panel
1. Min/Max. 1100/2200W zone
2. Max 1200W zone
3. Max. 1800W zone
4. Control panel
1
3
1
2
3
4

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Control Panel
EDCH-K3012ST(BK)
ECH-K7012ST(BK)
ECH-K7013ST(BK)
ECH-K6014ST(BK)
1. ON/OFF
2. Power Control
3. Boost Control
4. Child Lock
5. Heating Zone
6. Timer Control
1
5
5
6
3
2
2
4
5
5
1
3
6
2
2
4
5
5
5
1
2
3
6
4
5
3
4
2
6
2
1

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Using the Touch Controls
• The controls respond to sensor touch, so you don’t need to apply any pressure.
• Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
• You will hear a beep corresponding to the sensor touch function.
• 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.
Choosing the right Cookware
Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base.
Make sure that the base of your pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass, and is the
same size as the cooking zone. Always centre your pan on the cooking zone.
Always lift pans off the hob –do not slide / touch, or they may scratch the glass.

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Using your Ceramic Hob
To start cooking
After power on, the buzzer beeps once. All the indicators light up for 1 second then go out.
Indicating the ceramic hob has entered the state of standbymode.
1. Touch the ON/OFF control. All the indicators show “-”.
2. 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.
3. Touch the heating zone selection control.
4. Select a heat setting by sliding / touching the control panel. If you don’t choose a
heat setting within 1 minute, the induction hob will automatically switch off. You will
need to start again from step 1. You can modify the heat setting at any time during
cooking. By touching on “+” or “-” button (For Sensor Touch model) / by sliding to
left or right direction (For Sliding Touch model), the value will adjust up or down.

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When you have finished cooking
1.Touching the heating zone selection control that you wish to switchoff.
2.Turn the cooking zone off by touching “-” button until display show “0” (For Sliding Touch
model) / by sliding to left to area “0” until display show “0” (For Sensor Touch model).
3.Turn the whole cooktop off by touching the ON/OFF control.
4.Beware of hot surfaces. “H” 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 hotplate
that is stillhot.

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Boost function
The boost function consists of 2 circuits- the center zone and the outer zone. It can be used
in the following modes:
Center Zone –only first heating unit is turned on
Extended Zone(Center + Outer) –Both first and second heating circuits are turned on
NOTE: The Boost function for ceramic zone will not turn off automatically after certain of period.
When the temperature is achieve on the certain temperature level, the extended zone will rest for
few seconds and resume for operation again
Using the boost function
1.Select the zone with dual zone function required.
2.Touch boost control key until power level indication shows“=”.
Cancel the boost function
1.Select the zone with boost function. Press the boost function key to stwitch off the outer
cooking zone.

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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 aredisabled.
To lock the controls
Touch and hold the key lock button. The timer indicator will show “Lo“
To unlock the controls
1. Make sure the ceramic hob is turned on.
2. Touch and hold the key lock control for 3 seconds.
3. You can now start using your ceramic hob.
When the hob is in the lock mode, all the controls are disable except the ON/OFF
function. You can always turn the hob off with the ON/OFF control in an emergency, but
you shall unlock the hob first in the next operation.
Residual Heat Warning
When the hob has been operating for some time, there will be some residual heat. The
letter “H” will appear to warn you to keep away from the glass surface.
Auto Shutdown
This safety feature occurs whenever you forget to switch off the cooking zone. The default
shutdown times are shown in the table below:
Power Level
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Default working timer (hour)
8
8
8
4
4
4
2
2
2

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Using the Timer
You can use the timer in two different ways:
• Use it as a minute minder. In this case, the timer will not turn any cooking zone off
when the set time is up.
• Use it to turn off after the set time is up. You can set the timer for up to 99minutes.
Using the Timer as a Minute Minder
If you are not selecting any cooking zone
1. Make sure the cooktop is turned on and the zone selection key is not activated
(zone indicator show “-” and not blinking)
2. Touch the timer control, “00” will show in the timer display. “0” will flash and ready to
set the timer.
3. Set the timer setting by touching “+” button (For Sensor Touch Model) / sliding the
controls to right (For Sliding Touch model). Now the timer will appear from 00
minutes become 05 minutes.

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4. Touching the timer control again, the first digit will flash and ready to set the timer.
5. Set the timer setting by touching “+” button (For Sensor Touch Model) / sliding the
controls to right (For Sliding Touch model). Now the timer will appear from 05
minutes become 95 minutes.
6. When the time is set, it will begin to countdown immediately. The display will show
the remaining time.
7. Buzzer will beep for 30 seconds and the timer indicator shows “- -”when the setting
time finished.
Setting the timer to switch off one or more cooking zones
If you are selected any cooking zone
1. Touching the heating zone selection control that you want to set the timer.
2. Touch the timer control, “00” will show in the timer display. “0” will flash and ready to
set the timer.

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3. Set the timer setting by touching “+” button (For Sensor Touch Model) / sliding the
controls to right (For Sliding Touch model). Now the timer will appear from 00
minutes become 05 minutes
4. Touching the timer control again, the first digit will flash and ready to set the timer.
5. Set the timer setting by touching “+” button (For Sensor Touch Model) / sliding the
controls to right (For Sliding Touch model). Now the timer will appear from 05
minutes become 95 minutes.
6. When the time is set, it will begin to countdown immediately. The display will show
the remaining time.
7. There will be a red dot in the right bottom corner of power indicator which indicating
that zone has been selected.
8. When cooking timer has ended, the corresponding cooking zone will be switched
off automatically.

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If the timer is set on more than one zone
1. When you set the timer for several cooking zones, the red dot of the related cooking
zone will be indicated. The timer display will show the “minutes” countdown for the
shortest timer and show the longer timer once the first one finished.
2. For example, the left zone has been set to power 3 level, 15 minutes timer and right
zone, power 6 level, 45 minutes timer. The timer display will show the shortest timer
and flash the indicator as left zone.
3. Once the left zone timer has ended, the corresponding zone will switch off. Then
the right zone will show a new timer and the dot of the right zone will flashagain.
Cancel the timer
1. Touch the heating zone selection control that you wish to cancel the timer.
2. Touch the timer control and the indicator will flash.
3. Touch the “-” button (For Sensor Touch Model) / touch the slider control (For Sliding
Touch model) to left to set the timer to “00” then the timer will be cancelled.

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Power Management (EIC-K7012ST(BK) & EIC-K7013ST(BK))
Power sharing function limits the maximum power used. The maximum available power
(preset) is shared between the cooking zones. If all zones are turned on, the power
management will not allow all zones to operate at full power but will alternate the power
among all zones so the total power will be equal to the preset maximum power. The change
will be visible on power level displays. The last command given to a cooking zone takes
priority on the power setting.
Model: ECH-K7012ST(BK)
This model comes with the total rated power of 2,900W. The left cooking zone maximum
power is 1,000W and right cooking zone has the maximum power of 1,800W without the
Boost function turned on. When the two cooking zones are turned on with the left cooking
zones has activated the Boost function, the power sharing function will turn off the right
burner as total rated power is exceeding 2,900W.
Inversely, when the right cooking zone has activated while left cooking zone has activated
the Boost function, the left cooking zone will turn off the outer zone and remain operational
on the inner zone so as to maintain the total power not exceeding the limit with a total of
2,900W.
Model: ECH-K7013ST(BK)
#1
#2
#3
This model comes with the total rated of 4,100W. The left cooking zone maximum power is
1,100W, and middle cooking zone has the maximum power of 1,200W and right cooking
zone has maximum power of 1,800W without the boost function turned on. When three
cooking zones are turned on and activated the Boost function, the power sharing function
will not allow all heating zones to operate at full power. But will alternately supply power
between the cooking zone#1 or cooking zone#3, as total rated power exceeds 4,100W.
For example, when the Boost function is activated at cooking zone#1 and it is the last
operate, the cooking zone#3 will be turned off. When cooking zone#1 is not the last operate,
the boost function of cooking zone#1 will be turned off. The last operate of the selected
cooking zone takes the priority over the power setting.

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Cooking Guidelines
Take care when frying as the oil and fat heat up very quickly, particularly at
high power levels. At extremely high temperatures oil and fat will ignite
spontaneously and this presents a serious fire risk.
Cooking Tips
• When food comes to boil, reduce the temperature setting.
• Using a lid will reduce cooking times and save energy by retaining the heat.
• Minimize the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
• Start cooking on high setting and reduce the setting when the food has heatedthrough.
Simmering
• Simmering occurs below temperature 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 flavour develops 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 flavour steaks:
1. Defrost the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes beforecooking.
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 to
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.