MKN 2023104-00ABBE-B User manual

Operating Manual
Induction hob
CERAN
SizeVersion
1-zone hobInduction hob
2-zone hob
4-zone hob
Open out the cover page to see the
controls and displays.
Operating Manual
2023104-00ABBE-B / en-GB
Translation of the original operating instructions 2023104-00ABDE-B / 14.12.2010 / TANNER/TD

Controls and displays
2468 19 7 5 3
Figure 1: Controls and displays, 4-zone induction hob
1 Unit switch
2 Control lamp front right “Operation and malfunction”
3 Power control front right
4 Control lamp rear right “Operation and malfunction”
5 Power control rear right
6 Control lamp front left “Operation and malfunction”
7 Power control front left
8 Control lamp rear left “Operation and malfunction”
9 Power control rear left
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5Introduction ...........................................................1
5Intended use ......................................................................1.1
5About this operating manual ...........................................1.2
6Warnings ............................................................................1.3
6Warranty and liability ........................................................1.4
7Signs and symbols ...........................................................1.5
8Safety information ................................................2
11Construction and function ...................................3
11Description of the unit ......................................................3.1
11Tabletop unit ...............................................................................3.1.1
12Floor standing unit ......................................................................3.1.2
13Features .............................................................................3.2
13Functions of the controls and displays ..........................3.3
14Operation ...............................................................4
14Initial use ...........................................................................4.1
14Tips on handling ...............................................................4.2
14Displays of control lamps ................................................4.3
15Switching on/switching off the unit .................................4.4
15Switching on ...............................................................................4.4.1
15Switching off ...............................................................................4.4.2
15Basic functions .................................................................4.5
15Setting the temperature ..............................................................4.5.1
15Parboiling and simmering ................................................4.6
16End of operation and breaks ...........................................4.7
16Short breaks ...............................................................................4.7.1
16End of operation and breaks .......................................................4.7.2
17Cleaning ................................................................5
17Avoiding corrosion ...........................................................5.1
17General cleaning ...............................................................5.2
18Cleaning the Ceran® hob .................................................5.3
19Exchanging the air filter ...................................................5.4
19Replacing the air filter underneath the unit .................................5.4.1
20Exchanging the air filter in the tray insert ....................................5.4.2
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21Faults .....................................................................6
21Explanation of the coded flashing ..................................6.1
21Causes of faults and troubleshooting .............................6.2
25Service ...................................................................7
25Disposal .............................................................................7.1
25Disposing of the air filter .............................................................7.1.1
26Declaration of Conformity ....................................8
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1 Introduction
1.1 Intended use
MKN units are solely intended to be used for commercial purposes,
especially in commercial kitchens.
The unit may only be used for cooking food with suitable cookware.
It is not permitted to use the unit for the following purposes, among others:
●Heating acids, brines or other chemicals
●Heating of warming plates, GN containers and tinned goods
●As a worktop or place to lay things
●Heating of magnetisable metal parts
●Heating of foods in foil or trays made of aluminium
This unit is not intended for sale in the USA or Canada. It may not be
used there.
1.2 About this operating manual
This operating manual is part of the equipment and contains information
required by the persons operating the unit to enable them to operate it
safely, for cleaning and looking after the unit and for handling faults.
●Staff must have read the operating manual before they start work, in
particular the section on “Safety information”.
●Keep this operating manual stored safely during the life of the unit.
●Make sure that this operating manual is constantly available for the
staff at the place where the unit is used.
●Supply this operating manual to any subsequent owner or user of the
unit.
●Include any supplements received from the manufacturer.
●Supplement the instructions, including supervisory or notification
requirements, to take account of special operational circumstances
e.g. work organisation, workflows or deployed staff.
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1.3 Warnings
Warnings are indicated with a pictogram and a signal word.
The type and source of the risk as well as the consequences are described
together with instructions for avoiding the danger. The meanings of the
pictograms and signal words used are explained in section “Signs and
symbols”(see Chapter “Signs and symbols”, Page 7).
1.4 Warranty and liability
The unit may not be modified or technically changed.
All guarantees or warranties cease to exist if technical changes are made.
Furthermore, the safety of the unit is no longer guaranteed.
Claims for warranty or liability for damages to persons or property are
excluded if they arise from one or more of the following causes:
●Improper use of the unit
●Incorrect commissioning, operation or servicing of the unit
●Technical changes to the unit without the binding agreement of the
manufacturer
●Use of spare parts or accessories not approved by MKN
●Faults resulting from the failure to comply with these operating
instructions
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1.5 Signs and symbols
DANGER
(Type and source of danger)
Imminent danger
→Non-observance leads to death or serious injury.
WARNING
(Type and source of danger)
Possible danger
→Non-observance can lead to death or serious injury.
CAUTION
(Type and source of danger)
Dangerous situation
→Non-observance can lead to slight and semi-serious injury.
CAUTION
(Type and source of danger)
Damage
→Non-observance can lead to damage.
Provides helpful information regarding use.
ExplanationMeaningSymbol
These must be fulfilled before
you can follow the instructions.
RequirementsRequirements
An action is required here.Instruction, single step
Instructions must be followed
in the order given.
Instruction, multiple
steps
1.
2.
Instructions can be carried out
in any sequence.
Instruction, multiple
steps
Bullet points, such as
“•”, “-”
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2 Safety information
MKN appliances comply with the relevant safety standards. However,
this does not mean that all possible dangers that may arise, e.g. due to
incorrect operation, can be excluded.
Therefore, when operating the unit, the operating staff must be familiar
with and observe local regulations, e.g. in Germany BGR 111 “Working
in catering kitchens”.
Target group ●This operating manual is intended for staff who are responsible for
operating, cleaning and looking after the unit.
●Repairs to the unit may only be carried out by specially trained
technical staff.
●The unit may not be used without supervision if
-users are unable to do so due to their physical, sensory or mental
capabilities,
-they do not have the knowledge and experience required to
operate the unit safely and in the manner intended.
Hot surfaces Risk of burns due to hot surfaces
●Wear insulated protective gloves during operation.
●Allow surfaces to cool before cleaning.
●Do not touch the cooking zone immediately after operation.
●Do not place any pot lids or cutlery on the cooking zone, otherwise
the pot detection function will turn on the heat.
●Do not wear any watches or rings during operation.
Electricity Risk of electric shock
●Do not operate the unit if any controls are damaged.
●Only put a defective unit back into operation after it has been repaired.
Risk of fire Risk of fire due to cookware overheating
●Do not leave the unit unattended during operation.
●Do not operate the unit with empty cookware.
●Disconnect the unit from the mains immediately in the event of fire.
●Never attempt to put out a fire with water. Use ABC fire extinguishers
to put out fires.
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Damaged Ceran®hob Risk of injury due to ceramic glass splinters
●Do not allow any hard or pointed objects to fall onto the Ceran®hob.
●Do not operate the unit if the Ceran®hob is damaged.
●Switch off the damaged unit immediately and disconnect it from the
mains.
Magnetic field Risk of injury due to magnetic field
●Pregnant women should not stand near the hob.
●Persons with metal implants or heart pace-makers should consult a
physician as to whether they may remain in the area of hob.
Risk of property damage due to magnetic field
●Do not place any magnetically sensitive objects (e.g. credit cards,
mobile phones) on the hob.
●Cookware should be spaced so that they do not touch.
Hot cookware Damage caused by hot cookware
●Do not set hot cookware on the glued joint of the hob; silicone seals
would be damaged.
●The cookware diameter may not overlap the edge of the Ceran®hob.
Hygiene Damage due to dirty air filter
●Observe the cleaning instructions.
●Change the air filter insert in good time.
Cleaning Risk of injury on slippery floor
●Clean the floor in front of the unit regularly.
Equipment damage due to incorrect cleaning
●Do not clean the unit with a water or steam high-pressure cleaner.
●Do not clean the surfaces with abrasive cleaners, scouring pads or
chemically aggressive cleaners.
●Observe the reaction times for cleaning agents.
●Clean the unit regularly.
●Use a glass scraper to clean the Ceran®hob.
●Use a glass-ceramic cleaner.
●Do not use cleaners containing acetic acid.
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Improper use Equipment damage due to improper use
●Do not place any wet pots on the Ceran®.
●Remove any scattered salt or boiled-over food immediately.
●Do not use pots and pans with rough surface.
●Avoid overheating and turn down the power control in good time.
●Do not operate the unit without the air filter insert.
●Do not cover or clog air suction/ventilation openings.
●Do not use the unit outdoors.
●Do not heat up empty cookware (especially coated pans).
●Never let sugar, plastic or aluminium foil contact the hot hob.
●Do not place hot liquids or foods near to the air filter.
●Only use original accessories.
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