Gaggenau CI 282 610 User manual

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Use and care manual
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Table of Contents 4
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Table of Contents Useandcaremanual
Safety Definitions 5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6
Fire Safety 6
Cooking Safety 6
Burn Prevention 7
Child Safety 8
Cleaning Safety 8
Cookware Safety 8
Proper Installation and Maintenance 8
Electromagnetic interference 9
Cooling fan 9
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings 9
Causes of damage 10
Overview 10
Protecting the environment 11
Energy-saving advice 11
Cooking with Induction 11
Advantages of induction cooking 11
Cookware 11
Getting to know your appliance 13
Control panel 13
Elements 14
Residual heat indicator 14
Twistpad with twist knob 15
Remove the twist knob 15
Storing the twist knob 15
Operating the appliance 15
Switching the cooktop on and off 15
Setting an element 16
Chef's recommendations 16
Flex function 19
Cookware use recommendations 19
As two independent elements 19
As a single element 19
Transfer function 20
Timer functions 21
Cooking timer 21
Short-term timer 21
Stopwatch function 22
Saucepan booster function 22
Activating 22
Deactivating 22
Frying pan booster function 23
Recommendations for use 23
Activating 23
Deactivating 23
Keep-warm function 24
Activating 24
Deactivating 24
Automatic functions 24
Types of automatic functions 24
Suitable cookware 25
Sensors and special accessories 25
Functions and heat settings 26
Table 30
Preparation and maintenance of the wireless
temperature sensor 34
Declaration of conformity 36
Child lock 36
Activating and deactivating the childproof lock 36
Cleaning protection display 37
Automatic shut-off 37
Basic settings 38
To access the basic settings: 39
Cleaning and Maintenance 39
Daily Cleaning 39
Cleaning guidelines 39
Cleaning charts 40
Twist knob 40
Wireless temperature sensor 41
Maintenance 41
Frequently-asked questions and answers (FAQ) 42
Faults – what to do? 44
Suitability test of cookware 46
Customer service 46

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Additional information on products, accessories,
replacement parts and services can be found at
www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop
www.gaggenau.com/zz/store
Safety Definitions
9WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may
occur as a result of non-observance of this
warning.
9CAUTION
This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may
occur as a result of non-observance of this
warning.
NOTICE: This indicates that damage to the appliance
or property may occur as a result of non-compliance
with this advisory.
Note: This alerts you to important information and/or
tips.

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WARNING
When properly cared for, your new appliance has been
designed to be safe and reliable. Read all instructions
carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the
risk of burns, electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
When using kitchen appliances, basic safety
precautions must be followed, including those in the
following pages.
Examine the appliance after unpacking it. In the event of
transport damage, do not plug it in.
Fire Safety
Do not allow aluminum foil, plastic, paper or cloth to
come in contact with a hot surface element, burner or
grate. Do not allow pans to boil dry.
If the cooktop is near a window, forced air vent or fan,
be certain that flammable materials such as window
coverings do not blow over or near the burners or
elements. They could catch on fire.
Always have a working smoke detector near the kitchen.
Never leave the cooktop unattended when in use.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may
ignite.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A GREASE FIRE:
a) Never leave surface units unattended at high
settings. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spillovers that may ignite. Heat oils slowly on low or
medium settings.
b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when flambeing food (i.e. Crepes Suzette, Cherries
Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease should not
be allowed to accumulate on fan or filter.
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware
appropriate for the size of the surface element.
In the event that personal clothing or hair catches fire,
drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available, nearby,
highly visible and easily accessible near the appliance.
Smother flames from food fires other than grease fires
with baking soda. Never use water on cooking fires.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN
THE EVENT OF A GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie
sheet, or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE
CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do
not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE
FIRE DEPARTMENT.
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN – You may be
burned.
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dishcloths or
towels – a violent steam explosion will result.
d) Use an extinguisher ONLY if:
‒You know you have a Class ABC extinguisher,
and you already know how to operate it.
‒The fire is small and contained in the area where
it started.
‒The fire department is being called.
‒You can fight the fire with your back to an exit.
Whenever possible, do not operate the ventilation
system during a cooktop fire. However, do not reach
through fire to turn it off.
Cooking Safety
WARNING
Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. NEVER use this appliance as
a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may
result in overheating the appliance. Never use the
appliance for storage.
When using the timer, always supervise the cooktop and
do not allow anything to boil over or burn. Boilovers can
cause smoke and some foods and oils may catch fire if
left on high temperature settings.

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WARNING
If the frying sensor is not working properly, overheating
may result causing smoke and damage to the pan.
WHEN COOKING WITH THE FRYING SENSOR
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
‒Use a system pan only
‒Always put the pan in the centre of the heating
element
‒Do not place a lid on the pan
‒Never leave frying fat unattended
CAUTION
If the temperature sensing system is not working
properly, boilovers may result causing burns and injury.
WHEN COOKING WITH THE COOKING SENSOR
FUNCTION OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
‒Always put the lid on pots
‒Always fill pots with at least 1 ¼" (3 cm) of
liquid
‒Always use pots of the appropriate size and
type (enamelware pots, stainless steel and
aluminum pots equipped with wireless
temperature sensor)
‒Always keep the sensor’s window clean
WARNING
Risk of injury
The wireless temperature sensor is equipped with a
battery that can be damaged or explode if it is subjected
to high temperatures. Remove the sensor from the
cookware and keep it safe from all sources of heat.
WARNING
Risk of injury
The temperature sensor can be very hot when removing
it after cooking. Use potholders or a dish towel to
remove it.
With use of the cooking functions, make sure that the
burner set matches the burner where the cookware with
temperature sensor is located.
Never use the appliance if liquids or foods have spilled
around the control panel. Always turn off the cooktop
and dry the control panel.
Injury and damage to the appliance may occur if control
elements are not used properly.
If the cooktop turns off automatically and can no longer
be operated, it may turn itself on unintentionally at a
later point. Switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
Contact Customer Support for service.
Burn Prevention
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR
UNITS - Surface units may be hot even though they are
dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not
touch, or let clothing, potholders, or other flammable
materials contact surface units or areas near units until
they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas
are the cooktop and areas facing the cooktop.
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers. Build-
up of pressure may cause the container to burst and
cause injury.
Always use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let
potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a
towel or other bulky cloth.
Always turn hood ON when cooking at high heat or
when flambeing food (i.e. Crêpes Suzette,
Cherries Jubilee, Peppercorn Beef Flambe).
Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when
necessary. To avoid bubbling and splattering, heat oil
slowly on no more than a low-medium setting. Hot oil is
capable of causing extreme burns and injury.
Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat fryer.
Wait until it is cool.
Secure all loose garments, etc. before beginning. Tie
long hair so that it does not hang loose, and do not wear
loose fitting clothing or hanging garments, such as ties,
scarves, jewelry, or dangling sleeves.
WARNING
Risk of burns
Metallic objects become hot very quickly on the
cooktop. Never set down metallic objects, such as
knives, forks, spoons and lids on the cooktop.

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WARNING
Risk of burns
The pan detection may potentially fail to turn off the
cooking zone due to spilled food or objects placed upon
the cooktop. After each use, turn off the cooktop using
the main switch.
If the display does not work when a cooking area is
heating up, disconnect the circuit breaker from the fuse
box. Contact an authorized servicer.
Child Safety
When children become old enough to use the
appliance, it is the responsibility of the parents or legal
guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe
practices by qualified persons.
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit, or hang
on any part of an appliance, especially a door, warming
drawer, or storage drawer. This can damage the
appliance, and the unit may tip over, potentially causing
severe injury.
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless
closely supervised by an adult. Children and pets
should not be left alone or unattended in the area where
the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to
play in its vicinity, whether or not the appliance is in use.
CAUTION
Items of interest to children should not be stored in an
appliance, in cabinets above an appliance or on the
backsplash. Children climbing on an appliance to reach
items could be seriously injured.
Cleaning Safety
Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some
cleaners produce noxious fumes when applied to a hot
surface. Wet clothes and sponges can cause burns
from steam.
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
Cookware Safety
Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning food.
This helps prevent spills and movement of the pan.
Use Proper Pan Size.
The use of undersized cookware will expose a portion of
the heating element or burner to direct contact and may
result in ignition of clothing. Select cookware having flat
bottoms large enough to cover the surface heating unit.
This appliance is equipped with one or more surface
units of different size. Proper relationship of cookware
to heating element or burner will also improve
efficiency.
Cookware not approved for use with ceramic cooktops
may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only
pans that are appropriate for ceramic induction
cooktops.
Always position handles of utensils inward so they do
not extend over adjacent work areas, burners, or the
edge of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires, spills
and burns.
WARNING
RISK of injury
When cooking with a bain-marie, the cooktop and
cooking vessel may crack due to overheating. The
cooking vessel in the bain-marie must not come in direct
contact with the bottom of the pot filled with water. Use
only heat-resistant cookware.
WARNING
Danger of injury
Cookware may jump upward due to fluid trapped
between the cookware bottom and cooking zone. Always
keep cooking zone and cookware bottom dry.
Proper Installation and Maintenance
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit
breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
This appliance must be properly installed and grounded
by a qualified technician. Connect only to properly
grounded outlet. Refer to Installation Instructions for
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This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum
height of 13,100 feet (4,000 meters) above sea level.
This appliance is intended for normal family household
use only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the
Statement of Limited Product Warranty. If you have any
questions, contact the manufacturer.
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,
flammables or nonfood products on or near this
appliance. It is specifically designed for use when
heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive chemicals
in heating or cleaning will damage the appliance and
could result in injury.
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an
authorized servicer.
Do not cook on a broken cooktop. Cleaning solutions
and spillovers may create a risk of electric shock.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual. Refer
all servicing to a factory authorized service center.
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the
appliance, switch power off at the service panel and
lock the panel to prevent the power from being switched
on accidentally.
Electromagnetic interference
WARNING
This induction cooktop generates and uses ISM
frequency energy that heats cookware by using an
electromagnetic field. It has been tested and complies
with Part 18 of the FCC Rules for ISM equipment. This
induction cooktop meets the FCC requirements to
minimize interference with other devices in residential
installation. Induction cooktops may cause interference
with television or radio reception. If interference occurs,
the user should try to correct the interference by:
‒Relocating the receiving antenna of the radio or
television.
‒Increasing the distance between the cooktop and
the receiver.
‒Connecting the receiver into an outlet different than
the receiver.
It is the user’s responsibility to correct any interference.
CAUTION
Persons with a pacemaker or similar medical device
should exercise caution when standing near an
induction cooktop while it is in use. Consult your doctor
or the manufacturer of the pacemaker or similar medical
device for additional information about its effects with
electromagnetic fields from an induction cooktop.
WARNING
Hazard due to magnetism
The wireless temperature sensor is magnetic. The
magnetic elements can damage electronic implants
such as pacemakers or insulin pumps. People with
electronic implants should therefore not put the
temperature sensor in the pockets of their clothes and
should maintain a minimum distance of 10 cm with
respect to their pacemaker or similar medical device.
Cooling fan
The cooktop is equipped with a cooling fan on its
underside. Should the cooktop lie above a drawer, there
must be no objects or paper in it. They may be sucked in
and compromise the cooling of the appliance or damage
the fan.
There must be a minimum distance of ¾" (20mm)
between the content of the drawer and the fan input.
State of California Proposition 65
Warnings
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

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Causes of damage
NOTICE:
▯Rough pot and pan bases scratch the cooktop.
▯Never leave cookware cooking empty. This can
cause damage.
▯Do not place hot pots or pans on the control panel,
the displays or the cooktop surround. This can
cause damage.
▯Damage can occur if hard or pointed objects fall on
the cooktop.
▯Aluminum foil and plastic containers can melt and
stick on hot burners. The use of oven protective foil
on the cooktop is not recommended.
Overview
You will find the most frequently caused damage in the
following table.
Damage Cause Remedy
Stains Boiled over food. Remove boiled over food immediately with a glass scraper.
Unsuitable cleaning agent. Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for this type of
cooktop.
Scratches Salt, sugar and sand. Do not use the cooktop as a work surface or storage space.
Cookware with rough bases scratch the cook-
top.
Check the cookware.
Discoloration Unsuitable cleaning agent. Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for this type of
cooktop.
Pan abrasion. Lift pots and pans when moving them.
Blisters Sugar, food with a high sugar content. Remove boiled over food immediately with a glass scraper.

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Protecting the environment
Energy-saving advice
▯Place a fitting lid on cookware. Cooking with an
uncovered pan will result in a considerable increase
in energy use. Use a glass lid to provide visibility
and avoid having to lift the lid.
▯Use cookware equipped with a solid, flat bottom.
Curved pan bases increase energy consumption.
▯The diameter of the pan base must match the size
of the element. Note: The manufacturer normally
indicates the pan's upper diameter. This is normally
greater than the diameter of the pan's base.
▯Choose cookware of a size suited to the amount of
food you are going to cook. A large pan that is only
half full will use a lot of energy.
▯Use a small amount of water when cooking. This
saves energy, and vegetables retain a larger
percentage of their vitamins and minerals.
▯Select the lowest power level to maintain cooking. If
the power level is too high, energy is wasted.
Cooking with Induction
Advantages of induction cooking
Induction cooking is very different from traditional
cooking methods, as heat builds up directly in the item
of cookware. This offers numerous advantages:
▯Saves time when boiling and frying.
▯Saves energy.
▯Easier to care for and clean. Spilled food does not
burn on as quickly.
▯Heat control and safety – the cooktop increases or
decreases the heat supply as soon as the user
changes the setting. The induction element stops
the heat supply as soon as the cookware is removed
from the element, without having to switch it off
first.
Cookware
Only use ferromagnetic cookware for induction cooking,
such as:
▯Cookware made from enameled steel
▯Cookware made from cast iron
▯Special induction-compatible cookware made from
stainless steel.
To check whether your cookware is suitable for
induction cooking, refer to the section on
~"Suitability test of cookware".
To achieve a good cooking result, the ferromagnetic
area on the base of the pan should match the size of the
element. If a element does not detect an item of
cookware, try placing it on another element with a
smaller diameter.
If the only element being used is the flexible cooking
zone, larger cookware that is particularly suited to this
zone can be used. You can read more information on the
positioning of the cookware here ~"Flex function"
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Some induction cookware does not have a fully
ferromagnetic base:
▯If the base of the cookware is only partially
ferromagnetic, only the area that is ferromagnetic
will heat up. This may mean that heat will not be
distributed evenly. The non-ferromagnetic area may
not heat up to a sufficient temperature for cooking.
▯The ferromagnetic area will also be reduced if the
material of which the base of the cookware is made
contains aluminum, for example. This may mean that
the cookware will not become sufficiently hot or
even that it will not be detected.
Unsuitable cookware
Do not ever use adapter plates for induction or
cookware made of:
▯Traditional stainless steel
▯Glass
▯Clay
▯Copper
▯Aluminum
Properties of the base of the cookware
The material(s) of which the base of the cookware is
made can affect the cooking result. Using pots and pans
made from materials that distribute heat evenly through
them, such as stainless-steel pans with a three-layer
base, saves time and energy.
Use cookware with a flat base; if the base of the
cookware is uneven, this may impair the heat supply.
No pan or improper size
If no pan is placed on the selected element, or if it is
made of unsuitable material or is not the correct size,
the power level displayed on the element indicator will
flash. Place a suitable pan on the element to stop the
flashing. If you take longer than 90 seconds to place a
suitable pan on the element, it will automatically turn off.
Empty pans or pans with a thin base
Do not heat up empty pans, or use pans with a thin
base. The cooktop is equipped with an internal safety
system. However, an empty pan may heat up so quickly
that the "automatic switch off" function may not have
time to react and the pan may reach very high
temperatures. The pan base could melt and damage the
cooktop glass. In this case, do not touch the pan and
switch the cooktop off. If the cooktop fails to work after
it has cooled down, please contact the technical
service.
Pan detection
Each element has a lower limit for pan detection. This
depends on the diameter of the ferromagnetic area of
the cookware and the material of which its base is
made. For this reason, you should always use the
element that best matches the diameter of the base of
the pan.

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Getting to know your appliance
You will find information on measurements and power
ratings for the individual cooking zones in the overview
on page 2.
Control panel
Touch keys
When the cooktop heats up, the symbols for the touch
keys available at this time light up.
Touching a symbol activates the associated function. A
confirmation signal sounds.
Notes
‒The corresponding symbols for the touch keys light
up depending on whether they are available.
The indicators for the available functions light up in
white. Once a function is selected, its indicator
lights up in orange.
‒Always keep the control panel clean and dry.
Moisture can prevent it from working properly.
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Elements
Residual heat indicator
The cooktop has a residual heat indicator for each
element. This indicates that an element is still hot. Do
not touch an element while the residual heat indicator is
lit up.
The following are shown depending on the amount of
residual heat:
▯Display •: High temperature
▯Display œ: Low temperature
If you remove the cookware from the element during
cooking, the residual heat indicator and the selected
heat setting will flash alternately.
When the element is switched off, the residual heat
indicator will light up. Even after the cooktop has been
switched off, the residual heat indicator will stay lit for
as long as the element is still warm.
Cooktops
$/ ÛSingle element Use cookware that is a suitable size.
áFlexible cooking zone See section~"Flex function"
Only use cookware that is suitable for induction cooking; see section ~"Cooking with Induction"

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Twistpad with twist knob
The twistpad is the area in which you can use the twist
knob to select the elements and heat settings.
The twist knob is magnetic and is placed in the middle
of the area marked on the twistpad. To activate an
element, press the twist knob so that it tilts in the
appropriate area for the required element. Turning the
twist knob selects the heat setting.
Position the twist knob on the twist pad so that it is in
the center of the indicators that delimit the twist pad
area.
Note: Even if the twist knob is not entirely central, this
will not under any circumstances affect how the twist
knob works.
Remove the twist knob
Removing the twist knob activates the wipe-protection
function.
The twist knob can be removed during cooking. The
wipe-protection function is activated for 10 minutes. If
the twist knob is not returned to its position before this
time elapses, the cooktop switches off.
9WARNING
Risk of fire
If during these 10 minutes a metallic object is
placed in the twistpad area, the cooktop may
continue to heat up. Therefore, always switch off
the cooktop using the main switch.
Storing the twist knob
A strong magnet is located inside of the twist knob.
Keep the twist knob away from magnetic data carriers
such as credit cards and cards with magnetic strips.
Otherwise, these data carriers may be damaged beyond
repair.
The magnet may also cause faults on televisions and
screens.
Note: The twist knob is magnetic. Metal particles stuck
to the bottom may scratch the surface of the cooktop.
Always clean the twist knob thoroughly.
Operating the appliance
This chapter explains how to set a element. The table
shows heat settings and cooking times for various
meals.
Switching the cooktop on and off
Switch the cooktop on and off using the main switch.
To switch on: Position the twist knob in the area in
which it can be used. Touch the #symbol. The symbols
for the elements and the functions available at this time
light up. ‹lights up next to the elements. The cooktop is
ready for use.
To switch off: Touch the # symbol until the indicator
goes out. All elements are switched off. The residual
heat indicator remains lit until the elements have cooled
down sufficiently.
Notes
‒The cooktop switches off automatically if all
elements have been switched off for more than 20
seconds.
‒The selected settings are stored for 5 seconds after
the cooktop has been switched off.
If during this period, the element is switched back
on, the previously set heating settings flash. To
apply these settings, tap on the twist knob within
the next 5 seconds.
If you do not tap the twist knob or if you touch a
different sensor key, all previous settings will be
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Setting an element
Set the required element using the twist knob.
Heat setting 1 = lowest setting.
Heat setting 9 = highest setting.
Every heat setting has an intermediate setting. This is
shown in the element display as .5.
Selecting a element and heat setting
The cooktop must be on.
1Select the element. To do this, touch the twist knob
in the appropriate area for the required element.
2Within the next 10 seconds, turn the twist knob until
the required heat setting appears in the heat setting
display.
The heat setting is set.
Notes
‒When placing an item of cookware on the flexible
cooking zone, it must be positioned correctly
according to size, see section ~"Flex function".
‒If the indicators flash after you have changed the
settings, check whether the cookware is suitable for
induction cooking. See section ~"Suitability
test of cookware"
Changing the heat setting
Select the element and change the heat setting using
the twist knob.
Switching off the element
Select the element and turn the twist knob until ‹
appears. The element switches itself off and the
residual heat indicator lights up.
Notes
‒If there is no cookware on the induction element,
the heat setting display flashes. After a while, the
element will switch itself off.
‒If there is cookware on the element before
switching the cooktop on, this is detected at most
20 seconds after touching the main switch and the
element is selected automatically. Set the heating
setting within 10 seconds. Otherwise, the element
switches off again after 20 seconds.
Even if there are several pots and pans on the
cooktop when it is switched on, only one item of
cookware is detected.
Chef's recommendations
Recommendations
▯When heating up puree, cream soups and thick
sauces, stir occasionally.
▯Set heat setting 8 to 9 for preheating.
▯When cooking with the lid on, turn the heat setting
down as soon as steam escapes between the lid
and the cookware.
▯After cooking, keep the lid on the cookware until
you serve the food.
▯To cook with the pressure cooker, observe the
manufacturer's instructions.
▯Do not cook food for too long, otherwise the
nutrients will be lost. The kitchen timer can be used
to set the optimum cooking time.
▯For healthier cooking results, oil or grease should
not be heated until it smokes.
▯To brown food, fry small portions in succession.
▯Cookware may reach high temperatures while the
food is cooking. We recommend that you use pot
holders.
▯You can find recommendations for energy-efficient
cooking in section ~"Protecting the
environment"
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Cooking table
The table shows which heat setting is suitable for each
type of food. The cooking time may vary depending on
the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food.
Heat
setting
Cooking
time (min.)
Melting
Chocolate coating 1 - 1. -
Butter, honey, gelatin 1 - 2 -
Heating and keeping warm
Stew, e.g., lentil stew 1. - 2 -
Milk* 1. - 2. -
Heating sausages in water* 3 - 4 -
Defrosting and heating
Spinach, frozen 3 - 4 15 - 25
Goulash, frozen 3 - 4 35 - 55
Poaching, simmering
Potato dumplings* 4. - 5. 20 - 30
Fish* 4 - 5 10 - 15
White sauces, e.g., Béchamel sauce 1 - 2 3 - 6
Whisked sauces, e.g., Béarnaise sauce, Hollandaise sauce 3 - 4 8 - 12
Boiling, steaming, braising
Rice (with double the quantity of water) 2 - 3 15 - 30
Rice pudding*** 2 - 3 30 - 40
Unpeeled boiled potatoes 4 - 5 25 - 35
Boiled potatoes 4 - 5 15 - 30
Pasta, noodles* 6 - 7 6 - 10
Stew 3. - 4. 120 - 180
Soups 3. - 4. 15 - 60
Vegetables 2. - 3. 10 - 20
Vegetables, frozen 3. - 4. 7 - 20
Cooking in a pressure cooker 4. - 5. -
Braising
Roulades 4 - 5 50 - 65
Pot roast 4 - 5 60 - 100
Goulash*** 3 - 4 50 - 60
* Without lid
** Turn several times
***Preheat to heat setting 8 - 8.

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Braising /Roasting with a little oil
Schnitzel, plain or breaded 6 - 7 6 - 10
Schnitzel, frozen 6 - 7 8 - 12
Chop, plain or breaded** 6 - 7 8 - 12
Steak (3 cm thick) 7 - 8 8 - 12
Chicken breast (2 cm thick)** 5 - 6 10 - 20
Chicken breast, frozen** 5 - 6 10 - 30
Meatballs (3 cm thick)** 4. - 5. 20 - 30
Hamburgers (2 cm thick)** 6 - 7 10 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, plain 5 - 6 8 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, breaded 6 - 7 8 - 20
Fish, breaded and frozen, e.g., fish sticks 6 - 7 8 - 15
Scampi, prawns 7 - 8 4 - 10
Sautéeing fresh vegetables and mushrooms 7 - 8 10 - 20
Stir-fry, vegetables, meat cut in strips Asian-style 7 - 8 15 - 20
Frozen dinners, e.g., stir-fries 6 - 7 6 - 10
Pancakes (baked in succession) 6. - 7. -
Omelets (fry one after the other) 3. - 4. 3 - 6
Fried eggs 5 - 6 3 - 6
Deep-frying* (150-200 g per portion in 1-2 L oil, deep-fry in portions)
Frozen products, e.g., french fries, chicken nuggets 8 - 9 -
Croquettes, frozen 7 - 8 -
Meat, e.g. chicken pieces 6 - 7 -
Fish, breaded or beer-battered 6 - 7 -
Vegetables, mushrooms, breaded or beer-battered, tempura 6 - 7 -
Small baked goods, e.g., doughnuts, beer-battered fruit 4 - 5 -
Heat
setting
Cooking
time (min.)
* Without lid
** Turn several times
***Preheat to heat setting 8 - 8.

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Flex function
You can use the flexible cooking zone as a single
element or as two independent elements, as required.
It consists of four inductors that work independently of
each other. If the flex function is in use, only the area
that is covered by cookware is activated.
Cookware use recommendations
Place the cookware in the middle. This guarantees
optimal pot detection and heat distribution.
As two independent elements
The flexible cooking zone is used like two independent
elements.
Activating
See section ~"Operating the appliance"
As a single element
Using the entire cooking zone by connecting both
elements.
Linking the two elements
1Set down the cookware. Select one of the two
elements in the flexible cooking zone and set the
heat setting.
2Touch the ªsymbol. The ªindicator lights up.
The flexible cooking zone has now been activated. The
heat setting appears in the two displays for the flexible
cooking zone.
Notes
‒If both elements are set to different heat settings
before being linked, both elements switch to 0 on
activation.
‒If there is a cooking timer programmed for one
element, this will also be assigned to the second
element when the two are linked.
Changing the heat setting
Select one of the two elements assigned to the flexible
cooking zone and set the heat setting using the twist
knob.
Unlinking the two elements
1Select one of the two elements assigned to the
flexible cooking zone.
2Touch the ªsymbol.
3The «symbol appears in the cooking zone display.
This deactivates the flexible cooking zone. The two
elements will now function independently.
Note: If the element is switched off, and then switched
back on again later, the flexible cooking zone is reset to
function as two independent elements.
As a single element
Diameter smaller than or equal to
5 X" (13 cm)
Place the cookware on one of the four
positions that can be seen in the illus-
tration.
Diameter greater than 5 X" (13 cm)
Place the cookware on one of the
three positions that can be seen in the
illustration.
If the cookware takes up more than
one element, place it starting on the
upper or lower edge of the flexible
cooking zone.
As two independent elements
The front and rear elements each have two
inductors and can be used independently of
each other. Select the required heat setting
for each of the elements. Use only one item
of cookware on each element.

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Transfer function
You can use this function to transfer the settings of one
element to another.
This function can also be used on the flexible cooking
zones.
Note: For additional information on how to position the
cookware please read section ~"Flex function"
1Remove any cookware from the cooktop.
The element indicator starts flashing. The element
does not heat up.
2Set down the cookware on a flexible element within
90 seconds. The new element is detected and the
ˆsymbol lights up. The adopted heat setting
flashes in the element display.
3Select the new element within 90 seconds using
the twist knob. The setting has been transferred.
Notes
‒Move the cookware to a element that is not
switched on, which has not yet been preset and on
which no other cookware has yet been placed.
‒If the Flex function is activated by moving an item of
cookware across the flexible cooking zone, the
settings will be automatically applied.
‒A set cooking time or the cooking sensor function
will also be transferred to the new element. The
frying sensor function and the booster functions
will not be transferred.
‒During the adjustment time, you can return the
cookware to the original element. The element then
continues to heat up using the previous setting,
without the need for confirmation.
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