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Use and care manual
CX492610
Full surface induction cooktop

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Table of Contents
Use and care manual
Safety Definitions 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
Fire Safety 4
Cooking Safety 5
Burn Prevention 6
Child Safety 7
Cleaning Safety 7
Cookware Safety 7
Proper Installation and Maintenance 8
Electromagnetic interference 9
Cooling fan 9
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings 10
] Causes of damage 11
Overview 11
7 Environmental protection 12
Energy-saving Advice 12
f Cooking with induction 12
Advantages of Induction Cooking 12
Cookware 12
* Getting to know your appliance 14
Cooking surface 14
The control panel 14
Overview of the Menus 15
Cooking Position Display 16
Residual heat indicator 17
1 Operating the appliance 17
First-time use 17
Switching the cooktop on and off 17
Setting a cooking position 18
Chef's recommendations 18
u Dynamic cooking 21
Activation 21
Deactivating 21
ˆ Professional cooking 22
Activation 22
Deactivating 23
O Time-setting options 23
Cook Timer 23
Stopwatch function 24
Short-term Timer 25
v Power Boost function 26
Activating 26
Deactivating 26
x Pan Boost function 27
Recommendations for use 27
Activating 27
Deactivating 27
z Keep warm function 28
Activating 28
Deactivating 28
s Transfer function 28
Activation 28
‚ Wireless cooking sensor 29
Preparing and caring for the wireless
cooking sensor 29
Connecting the wireless cooking sensor
to the control panel 29
Cleaning 30
Replacing the battery 30
Declaration of Conformity 31
Ü Cooking sensor mode 32
Cooking processes with the cooking sensor 32
Advantages 33
Tips for cooking with Cooking Sensor mode 33
Setting the boiling point 33
Setting procedure 33
Table 34
‰ Dynamic cooking for an item of cookware 38
Activation 38
Deactivating 38
‹ Teppanyaki mode 39
Suitable cookware 39
Activation 39
Deactivating 39
A Panel Lock 40
Activation 40
Deactivating 40
Automatic panel lock 40
Š Pause function 40
Activation 40
Deactivating 40

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b Automatic shut-off 40
Q Basic settings 41
To go to the basic settings 42
o Home Connect 42
Connection to your home network 42
Home Connect Settings 45
Software Update 47
Information on Data Protection 47
Wi-Fi®Module 47
e Ventilation control 48
Setting up a connection 48
Disconnecting from the network 49
Controlling the hood via the cooktop 49
Hood control settings 50
D Clean 51
Daily Cleaning 51
Cleaning guidelines 51
Cleaning chart 51
Maintenance 52
{ Frequently-asked questions and answers (FAQ) 53
3 Faults – what to do? 56
Warnings and fault messages 56
Tips 56
Demo mode 57
4 Customer Service 58
Safety Definitions
SafetyDefinitions WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may
occur as a result of non-observance of this
warning.
CAUTION
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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READANDSAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS 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:
1. 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.
2. Always turn hood ON when
cooking at high heat or when
flambeing food (i.e. Crepes
Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
3. Clean ventilating fans frequently.
Grease should not be allowed to
accumulate on fan or filter.
4. 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.

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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY
TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
1. 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.
2. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN
– You may be burned.
3. DO NOT USE WATER, including
wet dishcloths or towels – a
violent steam explosion will result.
4. 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.
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:
ʑAlways put the lid on pots
ʑAlways fill pots with at least 1 ¼"
(3 cm) of liquid
ʑAlways use pots of the appropriate
size and type (enamelware pots,
stainless steel and aluminum pots
equipped with wireless
temperature sensor)
ʑAlways keep the sensor’s window
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When using the Cooking Sensor mode,
make sure that the selected cooking zone
matches the one on which you have
placed the cookware with the cooking
sensor.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
The wireless cooking sensor is
powered by a battery, which may
become damaged if it is exposed to
high temperatures. Remove the
sensor from the cookware and store
it away from any heat sources.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
The cooking sensor can be very hot
when removing it from the cookware.
Use potholders or a dish towel to
remove it.
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 flambéing food (i.e.
Crêpes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,
Peppercorn Beef Flambé).
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
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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.
WARNING
Risk of burns!
The pan detection shut off feature
may not turn off the cooking zone
due to spilled food or objects placed
on the cooktop.
If the display does not work when a
cooking area is heating up, disconnect
the circuit breaker or fuse in the electrical
panel. 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
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having flat bottoms large enough to cover
the surface heating unit. This appliance is
equipped with one or more surface units
of different sizes. 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 double-boiler
the cooktop and cooking vessel may
crack due to overheating. The
cooking vessel in the double-boiler
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
details.
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.

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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:
ʑRelocating the receiving antenna
of the radio or television.
ʑIncreasing the distance between
the cooktop and the receiver.
ʑConnecting the receiver into an
outlet different than the cooktop.
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 4" (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.

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State of California Proposition 65
Warnings:
WARNING
This product can expose you to
chemicals including vinyl chloride,
which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to
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] Causes of damage
Causesofdamage NOTICE
ʑRough pot and pan bases scratch the cooktop.
ʑNever leave cookware cooking empty. This can cause
damage.
ʑDo not place hot pots or pans on the control panel,
the displays or the cooktop surround. This can cause
damage.
ʑDamage can occur if hard or pointed objects fall on
the cooktop.
ʑAluminum 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
cooktop.
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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7 Environmental protection
Environmentalprotection Energy-saving Advice
ʑPlace a 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.
ʑUse cookware equipped with a solid, flat bottom.
Curved pan bases increase energy consumption.
ʑThe 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.
ʑChoose 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.
ʑUse a small amount of water when cooking. This saves
energy, and vegetables retain a larger percentage of
their vitamins and minerals.
ʑSelect the lowest power level to maintain cooking. If
the power level is too high, energy is wasted.
f Cooking with induction
Cookingwithinduction Advantages of Induction Cooking
Induction cooking is fundamentally different from
traditional cooking methods, as heat builds up directly in
the cookware. This offers numerous advantages:
ʑSaves time when boiling and frying.
ʑSaves energy.
ʑEasier to care for and clean. Spilled food does not
burn on as quickly.
ʑHeat control and safety – the cooktop increases or
decreases the amount of heat supplied as soon as the
user changes the setting. If the cookware is removed,
the induction burner immediately interrupts the heat
supply without it having been switched off.
Cookware
Only use ferromagnetic cookware for induction cooking,
such as:
ʑCookware made from enameled steel
ʑCookware made from cast iron
ʑSpecial induction-compatible cookware made from
stainless steel.
To find out whether your cookware is suitable for
induction cooking, check whether a magnet is attracted
to the base of the item or refer to the manufacturer's
specifications.
Some induction cookware does not have a fully
ferromagnetic base:
ʑIf 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
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ʑThe ferromagnetic area will also be reduced if the
material from 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:
ʑTraditional stainless steel
ʑGlass
ʑClay
ʑCopper
ʑAluminum
Properties of the base of the cookware
The properties of the base of the cookware can affect the
cooking result. Cookware made of materials that
distribute heat evenly, such as saucepans with a stainless
steel sandwich base, save time and energy.
Cookware with a completely flat base works best. If the
base of the cookware is uneven or embossed, this will
reduce the heat supplied.
No cookware/cookware of an unsuitable size
Always place cookware inside the usable area of the
cooking surface. If the cookware is not positioned
correctly, is made of an unsuitable material or is not the
right size, the ¢symbol appears next to the cooking zone
display. Move the cookware or try again with a different
pot or pan.
If the active cookware is lifted from the cooking surface
for longer than 30 seconds, the cooking zone
automatically switches off.
Empty cookware or cookware with a thin base
Do not heat empty cookware and do not use cookware
that has a thin base. The cooktop is equipped with an
internal safety system. However, an empty item of
cookware can heat up so quickly that the automatic
switch-off function has no time to react and an
excessively high temperature is reached. This could melt
the base of the cookware and damage the glass plate. If
this happens, switch off the cooktop and do not touch the
cookware. If the cooktop no longer works once it has
cooled down, contact Customer Support.
Pot detection
The cooktop uses the ferromagnetic diameter and
material of the base of the cookware to automatically
detect the position, size and shape of the cookware
being used. Cookware with a base measuring 3½" to
13½" (90 to 340 mm) in diameter is suitable for use.
Note: The cooking zone displays may show a size and
shape that is different from the cookware actually being
used. This is normal and does not affect the functioning
of the hob. For more information, see the section entitled
a"Frequently-asked questions and answers
(FAQ)".
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* Getting to know your appliance
Gettingtoknowyour appliance This section explains how to use the cooking surface,
the control panel and the various functions of the
appliance.
Cooking surface
The entire cooking surface of the cooktop supplies
induction heating. You can place cookware anywhere
inside the usable area of the cooking surface. The
position, size and shape of the cookware will be detected
automatically.
Note: Up to six items of cookware can be heated at the
same time on the cooking surface.
The control panel
The control panel has buttons and a touchscreen display.
Buttons
The buttons are touch-sensitive. To select a function,
touch the relevant symbol. The available functions will
appear on the display.
Notes
ʑAlways keep the control panel clean and dry. Moisture
can prevent it from working properly.
ʑNever place hot cookware on the touchscreen display.
There is a risk that the electronics will overheat.
Cooktop
1 Usable cooking surface
2 Control panel
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Touch buttons
Main switch
Time menu
ÉShort-term timer
Stopwatch
ÇPanel lock
+Pause function
JCooktop mode
¹Dynamic cooking
Professional cooking
·Classic cooking
6Hood control
WBasic settings
Detected cooking position
1.0 -
9.0
Power levels
ÜPower Boost function
Pan Boost function
Keep Warm function
Cooking timer
LCookware mode
ÌSingle dynamic cooking for one
item of cookware
fClassic cooking for one item of
cookware
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Touchscreen display
The touchscreen display gives you an overview of the
cookware on the cooking surface and the buttons for
activating the various functions.
When an item of cookware is placed on the cooking
surface, the cooking position for this cookware is shown
on the display.
Overview of the Menus
The intuitive menu structure helps you to find your way
around the control panel of your cooktop. You can find
out more about the most important menus in this section.
Main screen
The main display provides an overview of the indicators
for the cookware on the cooking surface. It displays the
cooking mode, power levels, and the timer functions that
are set for the cooking positions that are switched on.
Function bar
The function bar provides access to a number of
functions and other menus.
The following options are shown in the function bar:
ʑÇPanel lock
+Pause function
ʑJCooking mode
ʑ6Hood control
ʑWBasic settings
Info menu
The info menu provides you with information about the
appliance or the functions that are currently active.
To access the info menu, touch the symbol on the
function bar. The sensor will show when the function is
available.
Notifications and alerts
Notifications let the user know that the appliance's status
has changed or tell them when they need to confirm
something.
To return to the main screen, touch the *symbol.
Note: The top line of the display lights up orange.
The alerts inform you that action is required.
Follow the instructions on the display and touch the
*symbol to return to the main screen.
Note: The top line of the display lights up blue.
Cooktop mode menu
The cooktop has various functions for the entire cooking
surface.
To access the cooktop mode menu, touch the J button
on the function bar.
Cooking mode Function
Professional
cooking
Allows the power level to be
selected based on the position of
the cookware on the cooking sur-
face, from right to left.
·Classic cooking Allows you to select the power
level for the cooking position.
¹Dynamic cooking Allows the power level to be
selected based on the position of
the cookware on the cooking sur-
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Cookware mode menu
The cooktop has various functions for the cooking
positions.
To access the cookware mode menu, tap the cooking
position display and then touch the Lbutton.
Cooking Position Display
When you place cookware on the cooking surface, the
indicator for the relevant cooking position will light up on
the touchscreen display.
Cookware mode Function
ÌSingle dynamic
cooking
(for one item of
cookware)
Allows a particular power level to
be selected based on the posi-
tion of the cookware by moving it
from front to back on the cooking
surface.
fClassic cooking
for one item of
cookware
Allows the power level for each
item of cookware to be selected
on the control panel.
Cooking Sensor You can use the cooking sensor
that is attached to the outside of
the cookware to automatically
keep the temperature at a set
level. Cooking Sensor mode is
suitable for food that requires
large quantities of water, oil or fat
for boiling or deep fat frying in a
pot.
ºTeppan Yaki This enables the Teppan Yaki sur-
face to be divided into two sec-
tions. This means you can fry
food on one section and keep
food warm on the other section,
or use the entire area to fry food
at the same power level.
Detected cooking position
The cookware on the cooking sur-
face has been detected. The cook-
ing position display will light up.
Touch the symbol to select the
cooking position.
Selected cooking position
The cooking position shown has
been selected. You can now set the
power setting.
Cooking position switched on
The indicated cooking position has
been switched on. The selected
power level lights up in the display.
There is no cookware on the cooking position
The cookware has been removed
from the cooking surface. The
selected power level is dimmed.
Other indicators and symbols
The settings for the selected cook-
ing position cannot be configured.
For more information, tap the dis-
play.
Possible causes:
ʑUp to six items of cookware
evenly distributed over the cook-
ing surface can be heated at the
same time.
ʑThe cookware is not suitable for
use on an induction cooktop.
ʑThe appliance has exceeded its
maximum power consumption.
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Residual heat indicator
The cooktop has several residual heat indicators Ito
warn you that one or more cooking positions is/are still
hot. One, two or all three bars of the indicator Iwill light
up depending on how strong the residual heat is. Do not
touch the cooking surface while the indicators are still lit
or immediately after they have gone out.
The residual heat indicators will remain lit for as long as
the cooking surface is still hot, even if you switch off the
cooktop.
1 Operating the appliance
Operatingtheappliance This chapter explains how to set a cooking position. The
table shows heat settings and cooking times for various
meals.
First-time use
When you switch on the appliance for the first time, the
menu for selecting the initial settings appears on the
display. Select the settings you require.
Once you have confirmed these settings, the main screen
will appear.
Note: You can change the settings at any time. For
information on how to select these settings, see the
section entitled a"Basic settings".
Switching the cooktop on and off
The main switch is used to switch the cooktop on and off.
To switch the cooktop on: Touch the symbol. The
indicator above the main switch will light up. After a short
time, the cooktop will be ready for operation.
To switch the cooktop off: Touch the symbol. The
indicator will go out. All cooking positions are now
switched off.
The residual heat indicator will remain lit until the
cooking positions have cooled down sufficiently.
Notes
ʑThe cooktop will automatically switch off if the
cooking positions have been switched off for more
than 30 seconds.
ʑThe settings are stored for 10 seconds after the
cooktop has been switched off. If you switch the
cooktop back on during this time, the option to
confirm the previous settings will appear on the main
screen. For information on this setting, see the
section entitled a"Basic settings".

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Setting a cooking position
The required power level is selected in the settings area.
Each power level has an intermediate setting, which is
marked with .5.
Notes
ʑTo protect the fragile parts of your appliance from
overheating and electrical overloading, the cooktop
may temporarily reduce the power.
ʑIn order to prevent the appliance from producing
excess noise, the cooktop may temporarily reduce the
power.
Selecting a cooking position and power level
The cooktop must be switched on.
1. Place the cookware on the cooking surface.
2. Touch the symbol for the cooking position on the
touchscreen display. The settings area will light up on
the cooking position display.
3. Within the next 4 seconds, scroll up with your finger
and select the power level you require.
To select power level 9.0, tap 9.0 directly.
The power level is set.
Changing the power level
Select the cooking position and then select the required
power level in the settings area.
Switching off a cooking position
Touch and hold the cooking position display until power
level y.yis displayed in the settings area. The cooking
position will switch off.
Note: If you place cookware on the cooking surface
before switching on the cooktop, this will be detected
when you touch the main switch, and the indicator for the
cooking position will appear on the touchscreen display.
Chef's recommendations
Recommendations
ʑStir occasionally when heating up purees, creamy
soups and thick sauces.
ʑFor preheating, select heat setting 8 or 9.
ʑWhen cooking with the lid on, turn the heat setting
down as soon as steam starts to escape from between
the lid and the cookware.
ʑAfter cooking, keep the lid on the cookware until you
serve the food.
ʑTo cook with the pressure cooker, follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
ʑDo not cook food for too long, otherwise nutrients will
be lost. The kitchen timer can be used to set the
optimum cooking time.
ʑFor healthier cooking results, oils and fats should not
be heated to their smoke point.
ʑTo brown food, fry small portions one after the other.
ʑCookware may reach high temperatures while the food
is cooking. We recommend that you use pot holders.
ʑYou can find recommendations for energy-efficient
cooking in the section entitled a"Energy-saving
Advice"
Power level 1.0 = lowest setting
Power level 9.0 = highest setting
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Recommended dishes
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.
Ongoing cooking
setting
Time (min)
Melting
Chocolate, coating 1.0 - 1.5 -
Butter, honey, gelatin 1.0 - 2.0 -
Heating or keeping warm
Stew, e.g. lentil stew 1.5 - 2.0 -
Milk 11.5 - 2.5 -
Heating sausages in water 13.0 - 4.0 -
Defrosting and heating
Spinach, frozen 3.0 - 4.0 15 - 25
Goulash, frozen 3.0 - 4.0 35 - 55
Poaching, simmering
Potato dumplings 14.5 - 5.5 20 - 30
Fish 14.0 - 5.0 10 - 15
White sauces, e.g. Béchamel sauce 1.0 - 2.0 3 - 6
Whisked sauces, e.g. Béarnaise sauce, Hollandaise sauce 3.0 - 4.0 8 - 12
Boiling, steaming, braising
Rice (with double the volume of water) 2.5 - 3.5 15 - 30
Rice pudding 32.0 - 3.0 30 - 40
Unpeeled boiled potatoes 4.5 - 5.5 25 - 35
Peeled boiled potatoes 4.5 - 5.5 15 - 30
Pasta 16.0 - 7.0 6 - 10
Stew 3.5 - 4.5 120 - 180
Soups 3.5 - 4.5 15 - 60
Vegetables 2.5 - 3.5 10 - 20
Vegetables, frozen 3.5 - 4.5 7 - 20
Stew in a pressure cooker 4.5 - 5.5 -
Braising
Rolled roasting joint 4.0 - 5.0 50 - 65
Pot roast 4.0 - 5.0 60 - 100
Goulash 33.0 - 4.0 50 - 60
1Without a lid
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Braising/frying with a small amount of oil 1
Schnitzel, plain or breaded 6.0 - 7.0 6 - 10
Schnitzel, frozen 6.0 - 7.0 6 - 12
Chops, plain or breaded 26.0 - 7.0 6 - 12
Steak (1¼" (3 cm) thick) 7.0 - 8.0 6 - 12
Poultry breast (¾" (2 cm) 25.0 - 6.0 10 - 20
Poultry breast, frozen 25.0 - 6.0 10 - 30
Rissoles (1¼" (3 cm) thick) 24.5 - 5.5 20 - 30
Hamburgers (¾" (2 cm) 26.0 - 7.0 10 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, plain 5.0 - 6.0 8 - 20
Fish and fish fillet, breaded 6.0 - 7.0 8 - 20
Fish, breaded and frozen, e.g. fish sticks 6.0 - 7.0 8 - 15
Shrimp and scampi 7.0 - 8.0 4 - 10
Sautéeing fresh vegetables and mushrooms 7.0 - 8.0 10 - 20
Asian stir fries (vegetables and pieces of meat) 7.0 - 8.0 15 - 20
Stir fries, frozen 6.5 - 7.5 6 - 10
Pancakes (cooked one after the other) 6.5 - 7.5 -
Omelette (cooked one after the other) 3.5 - 4.5 3 - 10
Fried eggs 5.0 - 6.0 3 - 6
Deep fat frying 1
[5 - 7 oz (150-200 g) per portion in 2 - 4 pints (1-2 liters) oil, fried in portions]
Frozen products, e.g. fries, chicken nuggets 8.0 - 9.0 -
Croquettes, frozen 7.0 - 8.0 -
Meat, e.g. chicken portions 6.0 - 7.0 -
Fish, breaded 6.0 - 7.0 -
Vegetables, mushrooms, breaded or tempura 6.0 - 7.0 -
Small baked items, e.g. doughnuts 5.5 - 6.5 -
Ongoing cooking
setting
Time (min)
1Without a lid
2Turn several times
3Preheat at setting 8.0 - 8.5