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Table of Contents
Use and care manual
Safety Definitions 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5
Fire Safety 5
Cooking Safety 6
Burn Prevention 7
Child Safety 8
Cleaning Safety 8
Cookware Safety 8
Proper Installation and Maintenance 9
Electromagnetic interference 10
Cooling fan 10
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings 10
Causes of damage 11
Overview 11
Protecting the environment 12
Energy-saving advice 12
Cooking with Induction 12
Advantages of induction cooking 12
Cookware 12
Getting to know your appliance 14
Control panel 14
Control Knob 15
Elements 15
Residual Heat Indicator 15
Special Accessories 16
Operating the appliance 16
Setting a Burner 16
Chef's recommendations 17
Wok Function 18
Wok and Wok Accessories 18
Cooking with the Wok 18
Activate 19
Deactivate 19
Table 19
Flexible Cooking Zone 20
Cookware use recommendations 20
As two independent elements 20
As a single element 20
Timer functions 21
The kitchen timer 21
Count-up timer function 21
PowerBoost Feature 22
Activate 22
Deactivate 22
Safety shut-off 22
Frying Sensor 23
Advantages when frying 23
Frying Pans for the Frying Sensor 23
Temperature settings 23
Frying chart 24
Setting procedure 26
Locking the Control Panel for Cleaning 26
Automatic Safety Switch-off Function 26
Basic settings 27
To access the basic settings: 27
Cleaning and Maintenance 28
Daily Cleaning 28
Cleaning guidelines 29
Cleaning chart 29
Maintenance 30
FAQ 31
What to Do in the Event of a Fault? 33
Demo Mode 34
Suitability test of cookware 34
Customer service 35
Additional information on products, accessories,
replacement parts and services can be found at
www.gaggenau.com and in the online shop
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Safety Definitions
SafetyDefinitions 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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READANDSAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS 9WARNING
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.
9WARNING
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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9WARNING
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
9WARNING
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.
9WARNING
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 center of
the heating element
▯Do not place a lid on the pan
▯Never leave frying fat unattended
Never use the appliance if liquids or
foods have spilled around the control
panel. Always turn off the cooktop and
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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.
9WARNING
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.
9WARNING
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.

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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.
9CAUTION
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.
9WARNING
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
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9WARNING
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.
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
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Electromagnetic interference
9WARNING
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 cooktop.
It is the user’s responsibility to correct
any interference.
9CAUTION
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.
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:
9WARNING
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
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
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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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
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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 Customer Support.
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.
Automatic detection in double and triple cooking zones
These cooking zones can detect cookware of different
sizes. Depending on the material and the properties of
the cookware, the cooking zone automatically activates
the singe, double or triple cooking zone, supplying the
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Getting to know your appliance
You can find information on the dimensions and power of
the burners in~Page 2
Control panel
Controls
When the cooktop heats up, the symbols for the controls
available at this time light up.
Touch a symbol to activate the function it represents. A
confirmation signal sounds.
Notes
▯The corresponding symbols for the controls will light
up, depending on whether they are available.
The controls that are available will be lit white. When a
function is selected, they turn orange.
▯Always keep the control panel clean and dry. Moisture
reduces their effectiveness.
▯Do not place hot cookware anywhere other than the
front burner, and never on the control panel. There is a
risk that the control panel's electronics will overheat.
Controls
−Locking the Control Panel for Cleaning
ÚFrying Sensor
tBasic settings
A/ @ Select settings
®Stop watch
ŠTimer
Indicators
‹‹ Operating status
‚-‚ƒ Heat settings
•/œResidual heat
‹‹ Timer
‹‹.‹‹ Stop watch
ÙBurner
Ž/ ˜PowerBoost Feature
ªFlex zone activated
«Flex zone deactivated
¹Wok function
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Control Knob
You can use the control knobs to select the heat setting,
the PowerBoost function, the flex zone, and the wok
function.
The control knobs have an illuminated ring with an
illuminated symbol for each function. The illuminated ring
changes color when particular functions or processes
are activated.
Elements
Residual Heat Indicator
The cook-top has a residual heat indicator for each
burner. This indicates that a burner is still hot. Do not
touch a burner while the residual heat indicator is lit up
or immediately after it goes out.
The following are shown depending on the amount of
residual heat:
▯Display •: High temperature
▯Display œ: Low temperature
and the illuminated ring around the control knob will
flash.
If the cookware is removed from the burner while cooking
is in progress, the heat setting indicator will flash, and
the control knob will be lit orange.
Turn the control knob to the 0 position.
If the burner is switched off, the residual heat indicator
will be lit, and the illuminated ring around the control
knob will flash. Even after the cooktop has been switched
off, the residual heat indicator will remain lit for as long
as the burner is still warm.
1 Lowest heat setting
12 Highest heat setting
ŽPowerBoost Feature
ªFlex zone activated
¹Wok Function
Cooktops
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circuit
burner
Use cookware that is a suitable
size.
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burner
The burner switches on automati-
cally when you use cookware with a
base that covers the outer edge of
the zone (ðor ò).
áFlex zone See section ~"Flexible Cook-
ing Zone" à la page 20
Only use cookware that is suitable for use with induction
cooktops – see section
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Special Accessories
You can purchase the following accessories from your
specialist retailer:
Use the accessories only as indicated. The manufacturer
assumes no liability for incorrect usage of the
accessories.
Operating the appliance
This chapter explains how to set a element. The table
shows heat settings and cooking times for various meals.
Setting a Burner
Use the control knob to select the heat setting you
require.
Selecting a Heat Setting
Push in the control knob and turn it to the heat setting
you require.
The selected heat setting will be lit on the burner display.
The illuminated ring around the control knob will be lit.
Switching Off the Burner
Turn the control knob to the 0 position.
The residual heat indicator will be lit, and the illuminated
ring around the control knob will flash until the burner
has cooled down.
Note: If there is no cookware on the burner or if the
cookware is not detected, the selected heat setting will
flash and the illuminated ring around the control knob will
be lit orange. After approx. 9 minutes, the burner will
switch off.
In this case, the illuminated ring around the control knob
will flash. Turn the control knob back to position 0; the
illuminated ring will stop flashing.
WP 400 001 Wok pan
WZ 400 001 Wok ring
VA 420 000 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for flush installation
VA 420 001 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for flush installation with appliance
cover/compensation strip
VA 420 010 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for surface-mounted installation
VA 420 011 Connection strip for combination with
other Vario appliances in the 400 series
for surface-mounted installation with
appliance cover/compensation strip
VA 440 010 Stainless steel appliance cover
0 Burner off.
Heat setting 1 Lowest setting
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Chef's recommendations
Recommendations
▯When heating up puree, cream soups, and thick
sauces, stir occasionally.
▯Set heat setting 10 to 12 for preheating.
▯When cooking with the lid on, reduce the heat as soon
as you see steam escaping. The cooking result is not
affected by the steam escaping.
▯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 short-term timer can be used to set
the optimum cooking time.
▯For a healthier result, ensure that the oil does not
smoke.
▯To brown food, fry it in small batches.
▯Cookware may reach high temperatures while the food
is cooking. Use oven mitts.
▯You can find recommendations for energy-efficient
cooking in section ~"Protecting the
environment"
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 methods Examples
11 - 12 Boiling Water
Searing Meat
Heating Fat/oil, liquids
Bringing to a boil Soups, sauces
Blanching Vegetables
7 - 10 Frying Meat, potatoes
6 - 8 Frying Fish
8 - 9 Baking Flour-based and/or egg-based dishes, e.g., pan-
cakes
Simmering in an uncovered dish Dough-based foods, liquids
7 - 8 Browning Flour, onions
Roasting Almonds, breadcrumbs
Rendering Bacon
Reducing Stocks, sauces
6 - 7 Poaching in an uncovered dish Dumplings, soup pasta, soup vegetables, soup
meat, poached eggs
5 - 6 Poaching in an uncovered dish Boiled sausages
6 - 7 Steaming Vegetables, potatoes, fish
Steaming Vegetables, fruit, fish
Braising Roulade, roasts, vegetables
3 - 4 Braising Goulash
4 - 5 Cooking with the lid on Soups, sauces
3 - 4 Defrosting Frozen foods
Soaking Rice, legumes, vegetables
Thickening Egg-based dishes, e.g., omelette
1 - 2 Heating/keeping warm Soup, vegetables in sauce
1 Heating/keeping warm Stew
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Wok Function
The wok feature is only to be used with the wok pan and
wok accessories; it is not suitable for other types of
cookware.
Wok and Wok Accessories
(Not included with the appliance)
Wok pans and wok pan supports can be purchased from
our sales partner Gaggenau.
Since the base of the wok pan is round, it can only be
used with a wok pan support.
Ensure that the wok is properly positioned on the wok
pan support when using it for cooking. Always position
the wok pan support in the center of the burner.
Do not heat the wok up when it is empty.
Use a special curved turner (chan) or a long-handled
wooden turner.
Use a ladle to spoon the food out of the pan. The easiest
way to spoon out food cooked in hot fat or large
quantities of sauce is with a skimming ladle.
Use a bamboo steamer for steaming.
Notes
▯Use the wok and wok pan support in conjunction with
the wok function only.
▯Do not clean the wok pan support in the dishwasher.
Cooking with the Wok
Sautéing is one of the most popular cooking methods to
use with a wok. The ingredients are cut small and cooked
very quickly at a high temperature, with constant stirring.
The large, round-bottomed pan allows you to stir all the
ingredients easily and quickly and turn them as you would
in a normal frying pan. Stirring prevents the ingredients
from sticking to the pan. Any excess fat collects in the
center of the pan. The meat pores will close and the meat
will remain succulent. Vegetables will remain crunchy.
The flavor and vitamins will be retained.
Note: The wok allows you to cook more quickly than with
a conventional frying pan. For this reason, all the
ingredients should be prepared before you start cooking.
The order in which the ingredients are added is equally
important: Ingredients that take longer to cook (high-fiber
vegetables such as carrots) should be added first, and
ingredients with a shorter cooking time (e.g., mushrooms,
bean sprouts) should not be added until the end.
Proceed as follows here:
▯Pour oil into the wok. Peanut oil and soybean oil work
well in woks.
▯Cut the food into small pieces, but not so small that
they burn easily.
▯Heat the oil to just below its smoke point; you can now
start sautéing the food.
▯If you wish to sauté large quantities of food, we
recommend that you do this in batches, otherwise not
all the ingredients will be in contact with the base of
the wok at the same time.
9CAUTION
The wok and wok accessories become very hot
during cooking. Keep out of reach of children. Do
not remove the wok accessories until the residual
heat indicator has gone out.

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Activate
Push in the control knob and turn it to position ¹. After
a few seconds, an audible signal will sound and ¹will
be lit.
The function has now been activated.
Use the control knob to select the heat setting you
require.
Deactivate
Turn the control knob to the 0 position. The ¹display
will go out, the residual heat indicator will appear, and
the illuminated ring around the control knob will flash.
This function has now been deactivated.
Table
Preheating setting Heat setting
Heating large volumes of water PowerBoost
Sautéing
Fresh produce, e.g., vegetables - 10 - 11
Frozen products, e.g., sautéed vegetables and chicken - 11 - 12
Deep-frying (100-200 g per batch in 1 l oil, deep-fry in batches)
Fresh products, e.g., spring rolls 12 8 - 9
Frozen products, e.g., spring rolls 12 8 - 9
Frozen vegetables in tempura batter 12 10 - 11
Vegetables in tempura batter 12 9 - 10
Cooking with the lid off
Soup 12 6 - 7
Fondue
Cheese fondue 6 3 - 4
Chocolate fondue 8 3 - 4
Making sauces
e.g., teriyaki sauce - 2 - 3
Keeping food Warm - 1 - 2

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Flexible Cooking Zone
You can use the flexible cooking zone as a single burner
or as two independent burners, as required.
It consists of four inductors that work independently of
each other. If the flexible cooking zone is in use, only the
area that is covered by cookware is activated.
Cookware use recommendations
Place the cookware in the middle. This assures optimal
pot detection and heat distribution.
As two independent elements
The flexible cooking zone is used like two independent
elements.
Activate
See section ~"Operating the appliance"
As a single element
Using the entire cooking zone by connecting both
elements.
Linking the Two Burners
1. Position the cookware. Turn one of the control knobs
to the ªposition.
2. Use the other control knob to select the heat setting.
The ªdisplay lights up. The heat setting lights up on
the displays for the two burners.
The flex cooking zone has now been activated.
Changing the Heat Setting
To alter the heat setting, use the same control knob you
used to select the original heat setting.
Adding New Cookware
Position the new cookware. Turn the control knob that
was used to select the flex cooking zone to position 0
and then back to the ªposition.
The cookware will be detected, and the heat setting that
was previously selected will be retained.
Note: If the cookware is moved from the element being
used or lifted up, the element begins an automatic search
and the heat setting selected previously is retained.
Unlinking the Two Burners
Turn the control knob that was used to select the flex
cooking zone to the 0 position. The «display lights up.
The flex cooking zone has now been deactivated. The two
burners will now function independently.
Note: If you switch the burner off, and then switch it back
on again later, the flexible cooking zone is reset to
function as two independent burners.
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 illustration.
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 flex-
ible cooking zone.
As two independent elements
The front and rear elements each have
two inductors and can be used inde-
pendently of each other. Select the
required heat setting for each of the ele-
ments. Use only one item of cookware
on each element.