Lotus LIBR.ISTR.PCI110E User manual

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Installation and operating instructions
ELECTRIC INDUCTION HOBS FOR
PROFESSIONAL USE
PCI-114ET PCI-114ETD
PCI-118ET PCI-118ETD
PCI-558ET PCI-558ETD
Model LIBR.ISTR.PCI110E
Code 5630514A0
Review 1
Edition date 30/06/2022
Language English
LOTUS S.p.A.
Via Calmaor, 46
31020 San Vendemiano
[phone]
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Contents
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Contents
1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Installation drawing...................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Components................................................................................................................................. 7
1.3 Example installation of the appliance........................................................................................... 8
2 GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Declaration of compliance............................................................................................................ 9
2.2 User information, RAEE Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment ........................ 10
2.3 Technical data table..................................................................................................................... 10
3 INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Delivery checks ............................................................................................................................ 13
3.2 Removing the packaging ............................................................................................................. 13
3.3 Mechanical installation ................................................................................................................. 13
3.4 Electrical/gas connections ........................................................................................................... 13
4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE......................................................................................................... 15
4.1 General information ..................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Induction cooker hobs .................................................................................................................. 15
4.2.1 Induction generator ...................................................................................................................... 16
4.3 Lighting and adjusting the open rings.......................................................................................... 17
4.3.1 Pans ............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.3.2 Function checks .......................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.3 Shut-off ........................................................................................................................................ 18
4.3.4 Lin Knob ....................................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.5 Flex touch .................................................................................................................................... 20
4.3.6 Normal mode ............................................................................................................................... 20
4.3.7 Function keys ............................................................................................................................... 20
4.3.8 Pot detection ............................................................................................................................... 21
4.3.9 Parameter table ........................................................................................................................... 21
4.3.10Residual heat symbol h................................................................................................................ 21
4.3.11 Error signals ................................................................................................................................. 22
5 MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................... 26
5.1 Routine......................................................................................................................................... 26
5.2 Replacing the generator............................................................................................................... 27
5.3 Spare parts .................................................................................................................................. 30
6 CLEANING.................................................................................................................................. 31
6.1 Routine cleaning.......................................................................................................................... 31
6.2 Cleaning the glass ....................................................................................................................... 31
6.3 Maintenance suggestions............................................................................................................ 32

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6.4 How to achieve a brilliant result in three simple steps:................................................................ 33
6.5 How to your SCHOTT CERAN® hob bright and shining for a long time...................................... 34

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INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Installation drawing
FIG. 1 PCI-558ET…
A Data Plate
B Electrical connection
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FIG. 2 PCI-11…ET…
A Data Plate
B Electrical connection

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1.2 Components
OVERVIEW CONNECTIONS
Warning
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In this type of luminaire NEUTRAL is not present

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1.3 Example installation of the appliance

GENERAL INFORMATION
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2 GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Declaration of compliance
The manufacturer declares that the appliances comply with the requirements of the regulation GAR
2016/426 for the gas part and directive 2014/30/EU,2014/35/EU for the electrical part. Installation must be
performed in compliance with current regulations, especially with regard to ventilation of the premises and
the exhaust gas evacuation system.
·Read the warnings in this manual carefully. They provide important information about safe installation,
use and maintenance.
·The instruction manual must be kept for the entire duration of the equipment and made available to users
for every possible consultation. The manual should be consulted for any information concerning
installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
·After removing the packaging, check the integrity of the equipment.
·All packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, staples, etc.) must be disposed of in compliance with
current regulations.
·Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the information on the data plate matches the electricity
and gas mains where the appliance is installed. The manufacturer accepts no liability if the
equipment is not connected in accordance with current regulations.
·Always keep all parts of the equipment clean to avoid the risk of oxidation/rust and/or aggression by
chemical agents.
·The equipment must only be used by personnel trained for the purpose.
·The installation must be implemented by professionally qualified personnel in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and current reference standards.
·The electrical safety of this equipment is only ensured when it is correctly connected to an effective
ground/earth system as required by current electrical safety standards. The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for any damage caused if the system is not connected to ground/earth.
·Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance tasks on the equipment, unplug it from the electricity
mains. In the event of faults or malfunctions, always deactivate the appliance.
·Repair work of any kind must only be performed by qualified personnel.
·This appliance must only be used for its expressly intended purpose for cooking or heating food. Any
other use is considered improper.
·The appliance is intended for professional use and must be used by trained personnel.
·The installation and possible transformation to another power supply voltage (if envisaged), or
transformation for operation with another type of gas, must be implemented exclusively by qualified and
authorised professional personnel.
·Before using the appliance, carefully clean all surfaces intended to come into contact with food.
·The manufacturer declines any and all liability for any direct or indirect damage resulting from improper
use of the equipment. The manufacturer declines any and all liability for damage caused by incorrect
installation, tampering, poor maintenance and unskilled use. Moreover, the manufacturer declines any
liability for possible inaccuracies that may be contained in this booklet attributable to errors in
transcription or printing and equally reserves the right to make any changes to the product it deems
useful and/or necessary without compromising its essential characteristics.
·The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage caused by failure to comply with these
basic standards and all other use and maintenance standards contained in this booklet.

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2.2 User information, RAEE Directive on waste electrical and
electronic equipment
With regard to the regulatory framework of reference of the European Community, we remind the user of the
following:
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·Used AAE (Electrical and Electronic Equipment) products must be collected separately
·The user can carry out this collection in the RAEE collection systems and return the equipment to the
distributor when purchasing a new one
·Plus being RoHS compatible, (in accordance with Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) the potential effects on the
environment and human health may be due to the misuse of the same equipment or parts of it
·The symbol next to the rating plate indicates the obligation of separate collection
·The penalties provided for in the event of improper disposal of RAEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment) are those provided for by the national transpositions of European Directives 2012/19/EU
2.3 Technical data table
Technical data table PCI S110E
MODEL DIMENSIONS POWER SUPPLY MAXIMUM INPUT
(A)
MAXIMUM
POWER (kW)
Silicon POWER
SUPPLY CABLE
PCI-114ET 40x110x90h 400V~3 50/60Hz 14,5 10 4 x 1,5 mm²
PCI-118ET 80x110x90h 400V~3 50/60Hz 29 20 4 x 4 mm²
PCI-558ET 80x55x90h 400V~3 50/60Hz 14,5 10 4 x 1,5 mm²
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General technical data for induction hobs
Minimum pot diameter: 120 mm
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Relative humidity: 10% ÷ 90% no condensation
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Temperature in work area: 0°C ÷ 40°C
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Power Supply Voltage Tolerance: -10% ÷ +6%
Power Supply Frequency: 50 – 60 Hz

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY:
·Incoming air must always pass to the generators through a grease filter. It is essential that output air is
always able to leave the cooking equipment
·Do not cover the generator vents since this could cause a fire hazard
·The inlet cooling air must not contain grease and must not exceed 40 °C
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:
·The electrical installation must be performed out by qualified personnel in compliance with pertinent
standards
·The mains voltage must comply with the product specifications given on the ID label. Incorrect voltage
can cause damage
·The appliance must be turned off before connecting it to the power supply
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OPERATION:
·Never insert objects into the induction unit. There are very dangerous voltages inside it. Do not damage
generator inductors, e.g. with pointed/sharp objects. This could cause an electric shock or damage the
appliance
·This induction unit is for professional cooking only, cookware with induction capability and indoor use.
Any other use may also cause unexpected risks
·Only use pans suitable for induction hobs with a base diameter of at least 12 cm
·Never place metal objects, e.g. kitchen utensils, cutlery, knives & forks, jewellery, etc. on the cooking
surface because they can heat up quickly if it is switched on.
·Be careful using the induction unit that personal items such as watches, bracelets, rings, etc., may
become hot when work near the cooking area
·Never place aluminium foil on the cooking zone. The glass ceramic surface must not be used as a
worktop
·Do not damage the cooking surface. If a visible crack appears in the hob, the appliance must be
immediately disconnected from the mains voltage.
·Switch off the cooking zone after use. Do not rely on the pot detection mode
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PERSONNEL:
·Employees, visitors and contract personnel must be informed about the potential hazards to people with
pacemakers or metal implants. These people must be advised to consult their doctor or the manufacturer
of the product
·This equipment is not suitable for people with physical, sensory or mental disabilities. These persons
must be supervised to ensure that the equipment is used in compliance with the instructions
·Children should be supervised to ensure that the equipment is not used as a toy
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR:
·Maintenance and repairs may only be performed by qualified personnel
·Disconnect the power supply before removing the induction unit.
·Do not spray the induction unit with water to clean it
·Induction units with a defect or damage must not be installed
·Damaged induction units must be sent to the supplier for repair in the prescribed manner
·For safety reasons, use only original spare parts and accessories
·Dispose of the cooking unit in compliance with national and regional regulations
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EMERGENCY:
·Immediately switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the power supply
·Any flames must be extinguished ONLY with a carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher
·Never use water or powder extinguishers

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3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Delivery checks
On delivery, it is important to check the following:
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·External conditions of the packaging
·The general status of the equipment
·The conformity of the model with the information in the technical data plate and the instruction manual
·The conformity of the equipment and components to the order form
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3.2 Removing the packaging
While removing the packaging, take care not to damage the appliance. Remove the protective film from the
stainless steel and eliminate any traces of glue. Do not smoke. Perform this operation away from sources of
heat and wear protective gloves. Do not disperse packaging material in the environment, keep it out of the
reach of children and dispose in compliance with current legislation.
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3.3 Mechanical installation
Place the appliance on a flat base. Adjust and stabilise the appliance by acting on the support feet. Make
sure that the surrounding walls and/or equipment are capable of withstanding the heat emitted by this
appliance. Connect the water supply (if necessary).
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Caution
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Do not install the appliance near equipment/machines used in cold processes. If the appliance
has to be installed close to cold process equipment, it is advisable to install non-combustible
thermal insulating material and/or neutral elements between them.
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3.4 Electrical/gas connections
Before being offered for sale on the market, the appliance was subjected to gas and electrical testing (as
required). The appliance is supplied without a power cable. The installation technician must connect the
equipment in compliance with current safety regulations on the basis of the power of the appliance.
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The ID plate is located in the compartment inside the door for appliances with compartments, or on
the left side for appliances with an oven or a top. A second plate with the model and serial number is
located inside the dashboard and a third is included with the certificate of conformity. The serial
number can also be tracked from the sales document (after 2008). The plate has all the data needed
for correct electrical installation. The installation and possible conversion to another power supply
voltage (if envisaged) must be implemented exclusively by professionally qualified and authorized
personnel. Before using the appliance, carefully clean all surfaces intended to come into contact with
food.
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Warning
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Installation operations, any conversion to other types of gas and start-up must only be
performed by qualified personnel, in accordance with current regulations.
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Gas systems, electrical connections and premises where the appliances are installed must comply with
current regulations in the country of installation; in particular, the appliance must be installed in a room with
good ventilation, if possible under a suction hood to ensure complete evacuation of the exhaust gases
formed during combustion. The air required for combustion is 2 m3/h per kW of installed power. The
appliance can be installed alone or in series with other appliances in our production range. A minimum
distance of 10 cm between appliances must be respected to prevent contact with any walls made of
flammable material; furthermore, appropriate measures should also be adopted to ensure the thermal
insulation of flammable parts, such as the installation of heat shields; take special care to ensure that
appliances are installed in an appropriate and safe manner. The support feet can be adjustable in height and
any unevenness can therefore be eliminated.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Caution
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In accordance with international provisions, when connecting the appliance an automatic
device must be installed up-line of it so that the device can be fully disconnected from the
mains; this device must have a contact aperture of at least 3 mm.
The connection terminal is located behind the rear wall. Proceed as follows to install the power supply cable:
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·Remove the rear panel.
·Pass the new connection cable through the cable gland, connect the leads to the corresponding terminal
on the terminal block and fasten them securely.
·Lock the cable with the cable gland and refit the panel. The earth/ground lead must be longer than the
others so that if the cable gland breaks it is disconnected after the power cables.
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Note
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Make sure that the mains voltage complies with the data on the appliance's ID plate and that there is
good conductivity to earth/ground. Pay attention when inserting leads to ensure they do not obstruct
the normal course of work and routine appliance cleaning operations. Also make sure that the power
cable is never pulled taut and is not placed in contact with sources of heat.
Note
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The connection cable must have the following characteristics: it must be silicone type (to
withstand temperatures of 180 °C), and must have an appropriate cross-section for the power
of the appliance (see technical data table).
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EQUIPOTENTIAL
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The appliance must be connected to an equipotential system. The connecting screw is located on the rear of
the appliance and is marked by the yellow symbol above it.
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Warning
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The manufacturer is not liable for and does not indemnify damages caused by incorrect
inadequate installations that do not comply with these instructions.

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4 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
4.1 General information
This appliance must only be used for its expressly intended purpose for cooking or heating food. Any other
use is considered improper. The appliance is also intended for industrial use and must only be used by
personnel trained for use and aware of the risks that the hot element entails.
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Warning
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The appliance operates at high temperatures, so the following is necessary:
·Pay attention to the areas surrounding the hot surface during routine normal operation
(danger of scalding);
·RISK OF BURNS Do not touch hot surfaces floor with your hands or other parts of the body
to avoid burns caused by high temperatures;
·After switching off the appliance, wait for a sufficient time for it to cool before carrying out
any cleaning or maintenance operation.
4.2 Induction cooker hobs
What is induction cooking?
The basic principle of induction cooking is very simple. When the pan is placed on the glass ceramic surface
of the hob, it enters in a magnetic field generated by an induction system. The iron base of the pot heats up
quickly as the molecules are "rubbed" together, which creates heat. The speed and intensity of the heat are
regulated by controlling the magnetic field
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Why select induction?
·For the safety, there are no flames or sources of heat that can create hazards when the pot is removed
from the cooking hob. The hob turns off automatically as soon as the pot is removed
·For the speed, the heat is generated inside the pot itself, which makes it heat up immediately. For the
same reason, the temperature is adjusted immediately in comparison to cooking with gas
·For the efficiency, in comparison with other types of cooking, induction has a very high energy yield,
around 85%. This cooking system also makes the surrounding environment healthy and fresh as the heat
is not dispersed as for other types of cooking appliances
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4.2.1 Induction generator
Note
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INDUCTION GENERATORS ARE A COMPONENT AND NOT A FINISHED AND COMPLETE
MACHINE
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Possible uses: The induction generators can be installed in the cooking hobs of countertop cookers and
ovens and are used for cooking, heating, keeping food warm and roasting
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Caution
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The improper use and handling of the generators cause hazards to people, objects or
animated or non-animated items. It is dangerous not to read and study this installation and
user manual
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Safety for personnel assigned to use
·Hazards due to electric current must be excluded. The induction generator must be used by qualified
personnel and it must be installed by an authorised professional with respect to the applicable
international, national and regional regulations concerning electrical and electronic equipment for
collective use and civil and industrial electrical systems
·The area in glass ceramic is heated by the heat of the pot. To avoid burns, do not touch the heated area.
To avoid excessive overheating, do not leave the pot empty or heat it without a reason. In cooking with
multiple pots at the same time, make sure that the handles do not cross and that they are outside the
induction field. Depending on the type of material, the handles can heat up considerably
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Warning
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Risk of burns
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·The pots must always have some distance from each other. They must not touch. When you remove the
pot, it is recommended to turn off the cooking area to avoid that if it is put back on the hub inadvertently
the heating system does not turn back on if not required.
·Do not place other material (paper, cardboard, fabric etc…) between the pot and the cooking area as it
could catch on fire.
·Metal objects heat up very quickly if positioned in the area that is heated, therefore do not place other
objects on the cooker hob (tins, closed cans, aluminium foil, cutlery, rings, keys, watches, etc…) except
for the pots.
·Persons with pacemakers must consult their doctor to check if they can stay near a cooker hob with an
induction generator.
·Never place credit cards, telephone cards, cassettes or other magnetic objects on the glass ceramic plate
with induction system
·The induction generator has an internal cooling system. Make sure that the air inlet and outlet holes are
not obstructed by objects (paper, rags or other. This could cause excessive heating and cause the
induction to shut off
·Do not allow liquids to enter the induction generator (water, oil or other)
·The induction appliance must not be placed near or above hot surfaces
·The appliance has a filter. Even though the appliance has this filter, always make sure that the grease
created by other activities does not deposit on the induction appliance (e.g. next to a fryer or plate)
·The temperature of the input air must be less than +35°C
·Never clean it with a water jet
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Caution
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If the glass ceramic hob is cracked or broken, turn off the induction cooking job and
disconnect the electrical power supply
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Caution
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Do not touch any part inside the induction generator
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4.3 Lighting and adjusting the open rings
On the front panel, a plate is indicated above the knob to which it corresponds, marked by the index
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·Turn on the switch located upstream of the appliance. Turn the control knob that corresponds to the plate
from "O" to the desired heating level, between 1 and 6
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·Each plate is connected to a power regulator, which makes it possible to select from among 6
different temperatures. Higher temperatures are recommended at the start of cooking
·Each plate has a temperature limiter that is triggered when the temperature that was reached could
damage the glass
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4.3.1 Pans
The induction generators only function correctly when using pans with an iron bottom (recommended
brands: Spring, Demeyere, Noser)
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PCI The pan diameters must be between 120 mm and 260 mm. The bottom must be flat
PCIW The pot must have a concave shape that adapts to standard glass Ø 311 (see image)
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The generator does not accept unsuitable pots. Any other product not mentioned in this paragraph is to
be considered automatically excluded and unsuitable for the correct operation of the induction generators
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4.3.2 Function checks
After all connections are made, check the functionality of the appliance:
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·Remove the pot from the cooking area
·Adjust the cooking level to zero
·Turn on the mains power supply
·The green and red indicator lights must not turn on or flash
·For appliances with an electronic control, the display must only show the cooking level 0
·Increase the cooking level to the desired number
·The green lamp must flash regularly each second (pot detection mode)
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·For appliances with electronic control, the pot detection symbol must flash
·There may not be any faults
·The red indicator light must not turn on / For appliances with an electronic control, no error code must be
shown on the display
·Place a specific induction pot that is filled with water in the cooking area. This pot diameter must be
minimum 12 cm
·The green warning light or the display must be on continuously
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·Adjust to the maximum power
·The fan must turn on after a few minutes
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If an error occurs, refer to the "troubleshooting" paragraph
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Caution
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·Do not heat empty pots if they are unsupervised
·The pots must always be placed in the centre of an inductor area
·The pots must not be heated above 300°C
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4.3.3 Shut-off
·Turn the switch/potentiometer clockwise or anticlockwise to the [OFF] position
·Certain parts of the generator remain energised even when the stove is off. Therefore, when performing
maintenance, first disconnect the equipment from the mains
·Make sure that no liquid arrives inside the induction generator during normal use or during cleaning or
maintenance of the component
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The configuration of the LIN knob can be set using the DIP Switch on the back. The DIP Switch can be set
using a small screwdriver.
Before changing DIP switch settings, the corresponding generator must be disconnected from the mains
voltage.
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4.3.5 Flex touch
4.3.6 Normal mode
4.3.7 Function keys
·On/off button: The on/off button turns the Flex Touch control on and off. 0 appears on the 3-digit display
if Flex Touch is ON. After turning on, if no key is pressed, Flex Touch turns off automatically. The display
turns off
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·+ key: The + key allows to gradually increase the cooking level. The current cooking level is shown on
the display
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