Fisher & Paykel CT560QX User manual

User guide NZ & AU
Ceramic cooktop
TITAN: CE901, CE901M
SOL X: CT560QX, CT560MX

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Contents
Introducing your cooktop 2
Temperature control - Titan 3
Temperature control - Sol X 5
Cookware 10
Cleaning 11
Safety & warnings 13
Frequently asked questions 14
Trouble shooting 15
Warranty 16
Customer care 17
Important!
It is important that the User Guide should be retained with the appliance for future
reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, always ensure
that the User Guide is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can familiarise
themselves with the appliance and the relevant warnings.
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Introducing your cooktop
This booklet will introduce you to the features of your cooktop. We recommend you read the
whole book before you start using your cooktop.
Location of features
1. 1200W element
2. 1800W element
3. 2200W element
4. 1100/2400W dual element
5. 1200W element (low simmer 25W)
6. Cooktop controls
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Sol X CT560X/MX
Titan CE901
Titan Iridium CE901M
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Temperature control - Titan
The elements are controlled by variable energy
regulators giving infinite control. There is no ‘stop’ at
the low marking, this is to allow you to experiment at
finding the minimum heat for those delicate cooking
tasks. (The power level drops off rapidly to zero below
the low marking). The high setting is ideal for boiling,
searing or frying. For general cooking purposes turn
the control knob to the high setting to begin cooking
and adjust as necessary. Once your pan is hot, reduce
the temperature to maintain a steady heat to cook
your food through.
Cooking efficiency will vary due to the different types of cooking utensils used. Cooking results
are influenced by pot quality and size. It is essential that pot size matches the diameter of
the cooking zone. Use flat bottom utensils of good quality. Poor performance is often due to
incorrect pot size. You will need to experiment with the temperature settings to match your
desired cooking result.
Be sure you turn the control knob off when you finish cooking. You will feel a click at the OFF
position (marked ), and see the indicator light change colour.
Dual circuit controls
Select the full element by turning the knob anti-clockwise to high. To heat the inner element
only, turn clockwise to high.
Hot surface indicators
The indicator light glows red (CE901) or white (CE901M) whenever an element is on. After the
element has been turned off, the indicator will glow amber (CE901) or red (CE901M) until the
element surface has cooled down to a temperature that is safe to touch.
Temperature control knob
(Titan)
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Supersimmer (CE901M only)
The front right element of your cooktop is fitted with
a unique simmer control. This allows the element to
be turned down to a very low and even power setting
(25 watts compared with 60 watts on other elements).
These lower settings are ideal for melting chocolate
and butter, cooking rice and delicate sauces and
simmering soups and stews. It can also be used as a
‘warm zone’ for keeping cooked food hot.
The Supersimmer element is just as powerful (1200W)
in the top heat range as the same size standard
element (lefthand rear element) allowing food to be
browned, seared, sautéed or boiled before simmering
all on the same element.
Temperature limiters
Temperature limiters are fitted to the elements to prevent the glass from overheating. You may
notice the limiters turn the elements on and off during cooking.
Radiant elements
The element will cycle on and off to maintain your selected heat setting.
It is safe to place hot cookware from the oven, or another element, on the glass surface when
the surface is cool.
Even after the elements are turned off, the glass surface retains enough heat to continue
cooking. To avoid over-cooking, remove pans from hot elements when the food is cooked.
Avoid placing anything on a hot element until it has cooled completely (the hot surface
indicator light has gone out).
Supersimmer control
(CE901M only)
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Temperature control - Sol X
Your cooktop has temperature settings ranging from 1-9, the lowest setting being 1 and the
highest setting 9.
The low settings (from 1-6), offer a subtle and broad range of simmer settings (refer to the
‘Temperature Setting Guide’). Setting 1 is ideal for melting chocolate and keeping milk warm at
a very low temperature and setting 6 is great for rapid simmering small amounts of food.
Touch controls
Your cooktop has four individual elements below a ceramic glass surface.
Each element is operated by using the touch controls. When using touch controls it is best to
use the ball of your finger rather than the tip as shown below.
A red light beside the element button indicates which element is selected.
The left front element is designed for dual element control, using either the inner or full
element (see Dual element control).
Your cooktop will beep once when the touch controls are selected.
To turn your cooktop on, touch the
button with the ball of your finger for
approximately 3 seconds.
You will notice all the element indicator
displays will come on with and a small
flashing red light.
Sol X Soft touch controls
1. Element selected indicator light
2. Element temperature display
3. Left rear element button
4. Right rear element button
5. Dual element ON indicator light
6. Left front element button
7. Right front element button
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8. Element Surface Hot indicator
9. Dual button
10. Temperature setting arrow buttons
11. Keylock button
12. Keylock ON indicator light
13. ON/OFF button
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Using the elements
1 With the cooktop turned on, touch the corresponding element button in the touch controls for
the element you wish to cook on.
2 The red light will stop flashing and remain static, beside the element that is selected. (If no
element is selected within 5-10 seconds the cooktop will automatically turn off ).
3 Select the element temperature setting, using the arrows as required. The element is now
ready to cook on
Note: The ‘Cooking Suggestions’ in the ‘Temperature Setting Guide’ will vary due to the
types of pots you use and the quantities you need to cook. You will need to experiment with
the temperature settings to match the desired cooking results you want.
Different types of cooking utensils, like heavy based saucepans, will vary in cooking efficiency.
.Turning an element off
1 Select the element you wish to turn off.
2 Check the red light is beside the corresponding element button. If the red light is not on, touch
the corresponding element button once
3 Using the arrow button, touch both of the up and down arrows together. Or, using the arrow
button, scroll the element temperature setting down to .
4 To turn all of the elements off at once, touch the button.
Temperature limiters
Temperature limiters are fitted to the element to prevent the glass from overheating. You will
notice the limiters turn the elements on and off during cooking, on low temperature settings
this occurs more often than on higher temperature settings.
Surface hot indicator light
The Surface Hot Indicator Light is shown on the ceramic glass as . The light will glow
whenever an element is hot. After an element has been turned off, the Surface Hot Indicator
Light will continue to glow until the element surface temperature is cool to touch.
Automatic timeout function
If you forget to turn an element off, the element will automatically turn off after a number of
hours. If the element is left unattended on a high temperature setting, the automatic timeout
function will occur sooner than if the element is left unattended at a lower temperature. This
timeout function ranges from 1.5 hours on setting 9, to 6 hours on setting 1.
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Keylock
To lock out the controls for cleaning or to prevent children from playing, touch the button,
then touch the button. A light will go on beside the keylock button. All the controls are
now locked (except for the button). If the cooktop is turned off, the keylock light will go
out, even though the controls are still locked.
To release the keylock, make sure the cooktop is turned on and touch the button again.
Heating tip
When you need to boil, simmer or fry your food, first set the temperature to 9 (maximum) and
then once boiling or your pan is hot, reduce the temperature setting to maintain a steady heat
to cook your food through. This will reduce the time it takes to cook. Your cooktop can be set
to do this automatically with the ‘Auto Heat-Reduce’ function.
Temperature setting guide
Deilcate warming for small amounts of food, melting and foods that burn quickly Gentle simmering, slow warming Reheating and rapid simmering Boiling, sauté and searing Maximum heat
Percentage of Power %
100
80
60
40
20
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Temperature Setting
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Sol X Dual element controls
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Dual element control
The left front element is designed for dual element control, using either the inner or full
element.
1 With the cooktop turned on, touch the
button in the touch controls. The red light
will stop flashing and remain static.
2 Select the element temperature setting,
using the arrows as required. Only the
inner element will come on. (Remember
the cooktop regulates the element
temperature, and you may notice the
element turn off and back on again).
3 To select the full element, touch the button. Note: You cannot select the full element until
you have set the temperature.
4 A red light will show beside the button, when the full element is selected. You can modify
the full element temperature with the arrows.
To return to the inner element only, touch the button again. The dual setting is cleared
when the cooktop is turned off.
Auto heat-reduce
Your Sol X cooktop has an effort saving function, to quickly bring your element to the
maximum temperature setting (9), then automatically reduce the element temperature setting
to maintain a lower heat to cook your food at. This limits the risks of spill overs and burning.
Ideal for boiling water for pasta and then automatically lowering the heat and maintaining a
rapid simmer until al dente.
To set the function, turn the element on by touching the corresponding element button.
Using the arrows scroll past 9 to display . When is showing, use the arrows again to select
the temperature setting you would like the element to reduce to.
The temperature settings of 1-9 you set the element to reduce to, correspond with the
same temperature settings for standard element use, 1 being low and 9 being high. Every
temperature setting between 1 and 9 has a different fixed time. (Refer to the ‘Auto Heat-
Reduce Guide’).
Eg. Auto Heat Reduce 6 setting, will heat and maintain the element to the maximum
temperature (9), for 2.5 minutes. After the time has elapsed, the element will reduce to the
lower temperature setting of 6 and maintain this until the element or cooktop is turned off.
Please note, the maximum temperature (9) never reduces.
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While this function is activated the element indicator will flash between and the reduced
temperature setting, until the fixed time elapses, and the reduced temperature setting is
reached.
Auto Heat-Reduce Guide
Auto Heat-
Reduce
setting
Time on
maximum
heat setting
Reduces
temperature
setting to
Cooking suggestion
11 min 1
23 min 2 slow warming
35 min 3
47 min 4 gentle simmering
58.5 min 5
62.5 min 6
73.5 min 7 reheating
84.5 min 8 boiling
9remains on 9 9 searing
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Cookware
To get the best results out of your cooktop follow these simple suggestions :
Use heavy gauge, flat, smooth bottom pans that conform to the diameter of the cooking area.
This will provide good contact with the glass and help reduce cooking times.
Preheat the cookware on the cooktop/hob before adding food.
Cookware with a stainless steel sandwich base or enamelled cast iron will give you the best
results.
When food comes to the boil reduce the temperature setting.
Never use plastic or aluminium foil dishes on the cooktop.
Aluminium and copper-bottomed cookware can cause a metallic residue to remain on the
cooktop. If left, this becomes difficult to remove. Clean the cooktop after every use.
Jagged edges on saucepans or heavy frypans will scratch the cooktop.
Using a lid will reduce cooking times.
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Cleaning
Caring for your cooktop
Use cleaner on the cooktop while it is warm to touch. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or
paper towel. The cooktop may become stained if cleaning residue remains.
Remove any food, spillovers or grease from the cooktop while it is still warm using the razor
blade scraper provided held at a 30° angle.
WARNING!
Cut Hazard
When the safety cover is retracted the blade in the scraper is razor
sharp. Use with extreme care and always store safely and out of reach
of children.
Metallic stains
Copper based or aluminium saucepans may cause metallic staining. These stains show
as a metallic sheen on the cooktop. If the cooktop is not cleaned regularly and the stains
are allowed to burn onto the surface, they may react with the glass and will no longer be
removable. The use of a conditioner will help prevent damage if applied after every use.
Spillovers
Clean the following spillovers immediately, using the razor blade scraper provided.
Do not let sugar, jam, plastic, plastic wrap and aluminium foil melt onto the cooktop surface.
Clean these immediately using the razor blade scraper provided.
Anything that melts onto the glass surface may cause pitting if it is left to cool before removing.
Pitting may also occur when a food with a high sugar content is spilt onto the cooktop and
not cleaned up immediately.
Remember some foods e.g. peas and swede have a naturally high sugar content.
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Stainless steel surround
Important!
Do not use harsh/abrasive cleaning agents to clean your cooktop as they may damage the
stainless steel finish and the knobs.
Important!
Commercial stainless steel cleaner containing chlorine compounds are corrosive and may
damage the appearance of your cooktop.
Brushed Stainless Steel
Brushed Stainless Steel can be cleaned with a commercial stainless steel cleaner (see
‘Important’) or wiped with a clean damp cloth and dried with a lint free cloth.
Regular use of a stainless steel cleaner will reduce fingerprints and other marks.
Do not use steel soap pads as this may dull the appearance of the appliance over time.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on stainless steel, as they will permanently damage the surface.
Iridium (Matt Stainless Steel)
This easy clean surface requires only a mild dishwash detergent and warm water.
Rinse and then dry with a lint free cloth.
Do not use steel soap pads as this may dull the appearance of the appliance over time.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on Iridium as they will permanently damage the surface.
Energy saving tips
Place a pan on the element prior to turning on the heat.
Always use a lid to retain the heat.
Choose cookware of the proper size, material and construction.
Minimise the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
Use residual heat retained in the glass after the element is turned off to continue the cooking
process or to keep foods warm.
Select the proper temperature setting for the cooking task.
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Safety & warnings
WARNING!
Hot Surface Hazard
Accessible parts of this appliance will become hot during use.
Care should be taken to avoid touching the cooktop surface other than
the controls.
Failure to practice caution could result in burns or scalds.
WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
If the glass cooktop surface becomes cracked, switch the appliance off
at the mains power supply and call an Authorised Service Agent.
Failure to do so could result in death or electrical shock.
CAUTION!
Handles of saucepans may be hot to touch. Check saucepan handles do not overhang
other elements that are on. Keep handles out of reach of children.
Important!
Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children. Children, or persons
with a disability which limits their ability to use the appliance, should have a responsible
person to instruct them in its use. The instructor should be satisfied that they can use the
appliance without danger to themselves or their surroundings.
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Frequently asked questions
Q Is it possible for my cooktop to shatter?
A This is highly unlikely. The glass is very robust and strong and goes through a vigorous testing
process before it is accepted.
Q Does the glass scratch easily?
A No, the glass is very tough. However check that your pots do not have jagged edges on the
bottom.
Q What do the lights mean?
A These depict the status of the elements:
Red (CE901), White (CE901M) - the element is turned on.
Amber (CE901), Red (CE901M) - the element is turned off but the surface is still hot.
Q Will the graphics come off?
A No, the graphics on the glass are fused onto the surface. However they may be obscured by
baked on food. This is easily removed with the scraper supplied with the product. The graphics
on the stainless steel are etched by laser. Refer to the Cleaning instructions.
Q Will the surface overheat?
A Each element is fitted with temperature limiters that prevent overheating.
Q What is the best way to clean my cooktop?
A See Cleaning instructions.
Q Why do the elements appear to turn off while cooking/heating?
A In order to maintain the selected temperature the element may pulse on and off.
Q Do I need special pans?
A No, however flat bottom pans are recommended as they are more energy efficient and stable.
Q How can I achieve a low setting for delicate cooking and simmering?
A CE901: The lowest power element is the inner part of the dual element and you may want to
experiment by turning the control below the marked low setting.
CE901M: The Supersimmer control on the front right element allows it to be turned down to a
very low and even power setting.
Q Can I fit my DishDrawer® or Fisher & Paykel oven below my cooktop?
A Yes, with a standard bench height.
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Trouble shooting
Problem Possible solutions
There is a metal
sheen on the glass.
This could be caused by copper or aluminium bottomed
pots. Ceramic cleaner should remove this. If the cooktop is
not cleaned regularly and the stains are allowed to burn onto
the surface, they may react with the glass and no longer be
removable.
The glass is being
scratched.
The most common cause of this is rough edged cookware,
check that your pots/pans have flat smooth bases.
The element keeps
turning itself on and
off.
This is normal and is caused by :
1. The element cycling to prevent the glass from overheating.
2. The controller sometimes cycling to maintain your selected
heat setting.
The element status
indicator lights are no
longer working or are
showing the wrong
colour.
Call your Service Center. Refer to the Customer care section
for your nearest Authorised Service Centre .
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Warranty
When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel whiteware Product you automatically receive a 2
year Manufacturer’s Warranty covering parts and labour for servicing.
Fisher & Paykel undertakes to
Repair or, at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any
part of the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be
defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase.
This warranty DOES NOT cover
A. Service calls to which are not related to any defect in the Product. The cost of a service call
will be charged if the problem is not found to be a Product fault. For example:
1. Correct the installation of the product.
2. Instruct you how to use the product.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Correcting fault(s) caused by the user.
B. Defects caused by factors other than:
1. Normal domestic use or
2. Use in accordance with the Product’s User Guide.
C. Defects to the Product caused by accident, neglect, misuse or Act of God.
D. The cost of repairs carried out by non-authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such
unauthorised repairs.
E. Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the Product’s User Guide.
F. Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled, repaired or serviced by other than a
Fisher & Paykel Authorised Service Centre or the selling dealer.
G. Pick up and delivery.
H. Transportation or travelling costs involved in the repair when the product is installed outside
the Fisher & Paykel Authorised Service Centre’s normal service area.
Service under this Manufacturer’s Warranty must be provided by an Authorised Service Centre,
please refer to the Customer care section for your nearest Authorised Service Centre. Such
service shall be provided during normal business hours. This warranty certificate should be
shown when making any claim.
Note: This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights.
Please keep this User Guide in a safe place.
Do not return to Fisher & Paykel.
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Customer care
Before you call for service or assistance ...
Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to your User Guide and check...
1 Your product is correctly installed
2 You are familiar with its normal operation
If after checking these points you still need assistance, please refer to the following or contact
us through our website:
www.fisherpaykel.com
In New Zealand if you need assistance ...*
Call your Fisher & Paykel retailer who is trained to provide information on your product, or if we
can be of any further help, please contact our Customer Care Centre,
Toll Free: 0800 FP CARE or 0800 37 2273
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Postal Address: PO Box 58732, Greenmount, Auckland.
If you need service ...*
Fisher & Paykel has a network of independent Fisher & Paykel Authorised Service Centres whose
fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your product. Your dealer or our
Customer Care Centre can recommend an Authorised Service Centre in your area.
In Australia if you need assistance ...*
Call the Fisher & Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our consultants.
Toll Free: 1300 650 590 from anywhere within Australia
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Postal Address: PO Box 798 Cleveland, QLD 4163.
If you need service ...*
Fisher & Paykel Australia Pty Ltd has a network of independent Fisher & Paykel Authorised
Service Centres whose fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your
product. Your State Office or our Customer Care Centre can recommend an Authorised Service
Centre in your area.
* If you call or write, please provide: name, address, model number, serial number, date of
purchase and a complete description of the problem. This information is needed in order to
better respond to your request for assistance.
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improvement, these specifications may change at any
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Ceramic cooktop user guide
Published: 11/2003
Translated: 11/2003
Part No. 599162 A