V-ZUG CookTop V2000 J604 User manual

Operating instructions
CookTop V2000 J604 | J704 | J804
Induction hob

Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to high
standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read these operating
instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance and get the best use out of
it.
Please follow the safety precautions.
Modifications
Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance at the
time these operating instructions went to press. The right to make technical modifications
for the purpose of the further development of the appliances is reserved.
Validity
These operating instructions apply to:
Model designation Type
CookTop V2000 J604 CTI2T-31139
CookTop V2000 J704 CTI2T-31137
CookTop V2000 J804 CTI2T-31138
Variations depending on the model are noted in the text.
© V-ZUG AG, CH-6302 Zug, 2021
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Contents
1 Safety precautions 4
1.1 Symbols used......................................................... 4
1.2 General safety precautions.................................. 4
1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions ............... 4
1.4 Instructions for use................................................ 5
2 Using for the first time 7
3 Your appliance 7
3.1 Appliance overview ............................................... 7
3.2 Operating and display elements......................... 8
3.3 How induction hobs function............................... 8
3.4 Flexible cooking..................................................... 8
3.5 Pan detection ......................................................... 8
3.6 Cookware ................................................................ 9
4 Operating the appliance 11
4.1 Selecting a cooking zone...................................11
4.2 Overview of power levels ...................................11
4.3 Switching a cooking zone off ............................11
4.4 Residual heat indicator.......................................11
4.5 PowerPlus .............................................................11
4.6 Childproof lock.....................................................13
4.7 Bridging function..................................................13
5 Care and maintenance 14
5.1 Cleaning agent.....................................................15
6 Trouble-shooting 15
6.1 Error messages....................................................15
6.2 Other possible problems....................................16
7 Technical data 17
7.1 Product fiche ........................................................17
8 Disposal 18
9 Index 19
10 Notes 20
11 Service & Support 23

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1 Safety precautions
1.1 Symbols used
Denotes important safety precau-
tions.
Failure to observe said precautions
can result in injury or in damage to
the appliance or fittings!
Information and precautions that
should be observed.
Information on disposal
Information about the Operating In-
structions
▸ Indicates step-by-step instructions.
–Describes how the appliance reacts
to the steps taken.
▪Indicates a list.
1.2 General safety precautions
▪Read the operating instruc-
tions before using the appli-
ance for the first time.
▪This appliance can be used
by children aged 8 and above
and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence and/or knowledge,
provided they are supervised
or have been instructed on
the safe use of the appliance
and have understood the haz-
ards involved. Children shall
not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user mainten-
ance shall not be undertaken
by children without supervi-
sion.
▪If an appliance is not
equipped with a mains cable
and a plug or other means for
disconnecting from the mains
with a contact opening on
each pole complying with the
conditions of overvoltage cat-
egory III for full isolation, an
isolating device must be in-
corporated into the perman-
ently installed electrical install-
ation in accordance with the
installation regulations.
▪If the mains cable of this ap-
pliance is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufac-
turer or its Customer Services
or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid hazard.
1.3 Appliance-specific safety
precautions
▪WARNING: If the surface has
a crack running through the
thickness of the material,
switch the appliance off and
disconnect it from the mains
to avoid possible electric
shock.

1 Safety precautions
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▪WARNING: The appliance
and its accessible parts get
hot during use. Be careful not
to touch the heating ele-
ments.
▪Under no circumstances use
a steam cleaner to clean the
appliance.
▪Do not place metal objects
such as knives, forks,
spoons, lids or aluminium foil
on the hob as they can get
hot.
▪After use, switch the hob off
using the controls and do not
rely on the pan detector.
▪WARNING: It can be danger-
ous to leave the hob unatten-
ded when cooking with fat or
oil, as this can lead to fires.
NEVER attempt to extinguish
a fire with water. Instead,
switch the appliance off and
then carefully smother the
flames with, for example, a lid
or a fire blanket.
▪WARNING: Never store ob-
jects on the hob due to the
risk of fire.
▪WARNING: The cooking pro-
cess should always be super-
vised. Shorter cooking pro-
cesses, in particular, must be
supervised the entire time.
▪Do not operate the appliance
using an external time switch
or a separate remote control
system.
1.4 Instructions for use
Before using for the first time
▪The appliance must be installed and
connected to the electricity supply in
accordance with the separate installa-
tion instructions. Have a qualified fitter/
electrician carry out the necessary
work.
Correct use
▪The appliance is designed for use in
the home for preparing food. No liability
is assumed for any damage caused by
improper use or incorrect handling.
▪Any repairs, modifications or manipula-
tions to the appliance, especially any
electrically live parts, may only be car-
ried out by the manufacturer, its Cus-
tomer Services or a similarly qualified
person. Repairs if carried out incorrectly
may cause serious injury, damage to
the appliance and fittings, as well as af-
fect the functioning of the appliance. If
the appliance is not working properly or
in case a repair is needed, follow the in-
structions given in the «Service & Sup-
port» section. If required, please contact
our Customer Services.
▪Use original spare parts only.
▪Retain these operating instructions for
future reference. If you sell the appli-
ance or pass it on to a third party,
please ensure these operating instruc-
tions accompany the appliance, to-
gether with the installation instructions.
▪The appliance corresponds to recog-
nized technology standards and the rel-
evant safety regulations. Proper use of
the appliance is essential to avoid dam-
age and accidents. Please therefore fol-
low the precautions given in these oper-
ating instructions.

1 Safety precautions
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▪The heated surface will remain hot for
some time after it is switched off and
will cool down only slowly to room tem-
perature. Please allow sufficient time for
the appliance to cool down before, for
instance, cleaning it.
Note on use
▪Tests have shown that under normal cir-
cumstances there is no risk to cardiac
pacemaker users. If, as the user of a
cardiac pacemaker (or a hearing aid or
another type of implant), you would like
to be reassured that using the appli-
ance does not pose a risk, you are ad-
vised to consult a competent medical
authority.
Caution: Burns hazard
▪Overheated fat and oil can easily catch
fire. NEVER attempt to extinguish burn-
ing oil or fat with water. Danger of ex-
plosion! Smother the flames with a fire
blanket. Keep doors and windows
closed.
Caution: Risk of injury
▪Keep pets away from the appliance.
Caution: Risk to life
▪Packaging material, e.g. plastic film and
polystyrene, can be dangerous for chil-
dren and animals. Danger of suffoca-
tion! Keep packaging material away
from children and animals.
How to avoid damaging the appliance
▪In case of overheating, switch the hot-
plate off and allow it to cool down com-
pletely. Do not put any dishes on it. Un-
der no circumstances use cold water to
cool it down quickly.
▪Do not climb on to the appliance.
▪Do not put hot cookware on the hob
frame in order not to damage the silic-
one joints.
▪Do not cut or prepare food on the sur-
face and avoid impact with hard ob-
jects. Do not drag cookware across the
surface.
▪Take particular care that sugary foods
or juices do not get onto the hot cook-
ing zones as this can damage the sur-
face. If sugary foods or juices do get on
to the hot cooking zones clean away
immediately (while still hot) with a
scraper.
▪Pots with pure copper or aluminium
bases should not be used for cooking
as they can leave behind traces that
can be difficult to clean. If the traces
are not removed immediately after
cooking with a suitable cleaning agent,
they can be permanently burned on and
therefore permanently ruin the visual
appearance of the appliance.
▪Sliding pans and cookware across the
glass ceramic causes scratches. This
can be largely prevented by lifting pans
and cookware up and then placing
them down in position.
▪The hob is designed to be used – signs
of use, such as scratches or the wear
and tear from pans and cookware, are
normal. The more intensively it is used,
the greater the signs of use; however,
the appliance remains in perfect work-
ing order and therefore does not give a
right of complaint. Safety is guaranteed
at all times.
▪There is no such thing as completely
scratch-proof glass; scratches can even
develop on sapphire glass, which is
used in watches. The glass ceramic
used is of the best quality available on
the market.

2 Using for the first time
The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accord-
ance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/electrician
carry out the necessary work.
During the first few hours of use, a cooking zone can give off an unpleasant smell.
This is normal for brand new appliances. Ensure that the room is well ventilated.
3 Your appliance
3.1 Appliance overview
CookTop V2000 J604
▪2 cooking zones ø210mm (back)
▪2 cooking zones ø180mm (front)
CookTop V2000 J704
▪4 adjustable cooking zones
CookTop V2000 J804
▪2 cooking zones ø210mm (back)
▪2 cooking zones ø180mm (front)
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3 Your appliance
3.2 Operating and display elements
Control panel
The number, type and layout of the elements depend on the model and its features.
Dials and displays
1
2
3
1Cooking zone indicator lights front/back
2Dial
3Power level display
3.3 How induction hobs function
Induction hobs work very differently from conventional hobs or hot plates. The induction
coils under the glass ceramic plate produce a rapidly changing magnetic field which dir-
ectly heats up the magnetic base of the cookware.
The glass ceramic plate is only warmed by the hot cookware. Removing the cookware
from the cooking zone immediately interrupts the supply of energy.
Induction hobs are:
▪quick reacting ▪energy-efficient
▪finely adjustable ▪safe
▪powerful
Cookware with a full-surface or full magnetic base is required for cooking with an
induction hob.
3.4 Flexible cooking
Only applies to CookTop V2000 J704.
In flexible cooking, there are no marked cooking zones.
Pans of any diameter can be used on any cooking zone. must, however, be com-
pletely covered for pan detection.
For even frying, the pan must be centred on . The diameter of the base of the
pan should not be greater than the diameter of the cooking zone.
3.5 Pan detection
Each cooking zone is equipped with pan detection. This detects suitable induction com-
patible cookware with a magnetic base.
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3 Your appliance
▪If the cookware is removed during operation or if unsuitable cookware is used,
– the power level selected flashes alternately with .
▪If no suitable cookware is placed on the cooking zone before the pan detection time
(10minutes) elapses,
– the cooking zone switches off.
– illuminates in the display.
3.6 Cookware
Suitable cookware
Only cookware with a full magnetic base is suitable for use with the induction hob.
This can be checked in the following ways:
▪A magnet sticks anywhere on the base of the cookware.
Do not heat any unsuitable cookware using aids such as metal rings and the like.
This can damage the hob.
Sandwich base
Capsule base
Multi-layer
material
Pressed base
Cast iron
Enamelled cast
iron
Enamelled steel
Key:
Heat distribution Steel
Reaction speed Aluminium
Noise level Enamel
Care Good
Weight Satisfactory
Unfavourable
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3 Your appliance
General notes on cookware
▸ As far as possible ensure that the dia-
meter of the base of the cookware is
the same size as the upper diameter
of the cookware.
▸ We advise against the use of cook-
ware with a pressed base as this type
of cookware does not work with all in-
duction hobs.
▸ Some induction hobs have the melt,
keep warm and simmer functions. We
recommend using cookware without a
concave base for these functions.
▸ Handles that are loose or hollow can produce a loud whistling noise.
▸ The adherence of the cookware to the hob surface is reduced during operation, and
the cookware can therefore be moved more easily.
▸ Thick pan walls absorb the vibrations and reduce the noise level.
Energy-efficient cooking
For maximum energy efficiency and even heat distribution note the following:
▪The base of the cookware must be clean, dry and smooth.
▪Centre the cookware in the middle of the cooking zone.
▪Use a well-fitting lid.
▪Match the diameter of the cookware to the quantity of food to be cooked.
Coated cookware
▪For frying, do not use a higher power level than «7».
▪Coated cookware may be operated above level «7» provided that the bottom of the
pan is completely covered with liquid.
– The coating may otherwise become overheated and damaged.
Never use PowerPlus with coated frying pans.
Noise during cooking
Cookware can make noise during cooking. This does not indicate any malfunction, nor
does it affect the functioning of the appliance in any way.
Noise depends on the cookware used. If the noise causes considerable disturb-
ance, it can help to change the cookware.
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4 Operating the appliance
4 Operating the appliance
4.1 Selecting a cooking zone
The individual cooking zones are all operated in the same way.
▸ Set the dial to the required power level.
–The power level selected illuminates in the display.
4.2 Overview of power levels
Power level Cooking method Use
1Melting, gentle warming Butter, chocolate, gelatine, sauces
2
3Swelling Rice
4Continue cooking, reducing,
stewing, steaming
Vegetables, potatoes, sauces, fruit, fish
5
6Continue cooking, braising Pasta, soup, braised meat
7Gentle frying Rösti, omelettes, breaded fried foods,
sausages
8Frying, deep frying Meat, chips
9Flash frying Steak
PFast heating Boiling water
4.3 Switching a cooking zone off
▸ Set the dial for the required cooking zone to power level 0.
4.4 Residual heat indicator
After a cooking zone is switched off, remains illuminated as long as there is a risk of
burns.
4.5 PowerPlus
All the cooking zones are equipped with the PowerPlus booster.
When PowerPlus is switched on, the cooking zone selected works at extra high power
for 10minutes. PowerPlus can be used, for instance, to heat a large quantity of water
quickly.
Switching PowerPlus on
▸ Turn the required dial as far as it will go and hold for 3seconds.
– illuminates in the display.
–After 10minutes it automatically switches back to power level .
Removing the cookware interrupts PowerPlus. PowerPlus is resumed as soon as
the cookware is returned to the cooking zone.
Ending PowerPlus off before time
▸ Set the dial to the required power level.
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4 Operating the appliance
Power management
CookTop V2000 J604
PowerPlus cannot be used with both
cooking zones of a group (A or B) at the
same time. If PowerPlus is activated with
both cooking zones of a group, then the
power output is reduced for the cooking
zone that was first selected. In the display,
the power level set using the dial altern-
ates with the new, reduced power level.
1
2
A
4
3
B
PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group A* PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group B*
1 2 3 4
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*Maximum available power level with cooking zones
If the power level is increased above these levels, PowerPlus switches off.
CookTop V2000 J704
PowerPlus cannot be used with both
cooking zones of a group (A or B) at the
same time. If PowerPlus is activated with
both cooking zones of a group, then the
power output is reduced for the cooking
zone that was first selected.
1
2
A
4
3
B
PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group A* PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group B*
1 2 3 4
13
24
*Maximum available power level with cooking zones
If the power level is increased above these levels, PowerPlus switches off.
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4 Operating the appliance
CookTop V2000 J804
PowerPlus cannot be used with both
cooking zones of a group (A or B) at the
same time. If PowerPlus is activated with
both cooking zones of a group, then the
power output is reduced for the cooking
zone that was first selected. In the dis-
play, the power level set using the dial al-
ternates with the new, reduced power
level.
1
2
A
4
3
B
PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group A* PowerPlus with
cooking zone
Group B*
1 2 3 4
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*Maximum available power level with cooking zones
If the power level is increased above these levels, PowerPlus switches off automat-
ically.
4.6 Childproof lock
The childproof lock is to prevent the appliance from being accidentally switched on.
Setting the childproof lock
▸ Simultaneously turn the two dials on the left anti-clockwise as far as they will go and
hold for 3seconds.
– illuminates in all the power level displays for 10seconds.
Switching the childproof lock off
▸ Simultaneously turn the two dials on the left anti-clockwise as far as they will go and
hold for 3seconds.
– flashes in all the power level displays for 10seconds.
4.7 Bridging function
Only applies to CookTop V2000 J704.
The bridging function allows two individual cooking zones lying one behind the other to
be switched on together and to be adjusted together.
Switching the bridging function on
▸ Simultaneously turn the dials for the desired cooking zones as far as they will go and
hold for 3seconds.
– appears in the display for the rear cooking zones.
–The power level appears in the display for the front cooking zone.
–An acoustic signal is emitted.
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5 Care and maintenance
Operation with the bridging function switched on
The power level can only be adjusted using the dial for the front cooking zone.
Switching the bridging function off
▸ Set the dial for the front cooking zone to .
–Both displays go out.
–An acoustic signal is emitted.
Both cooking zones can be regulated separately again.
In order to be able to use the rear cooking zone again, the dial must first be turned
back to the power level.
5 Care and maintenance
Ideally, clean the appliance when it has completely cooled down.
Burns hazard!
Always clean the hob after use. This prevents food residue from burning on. Dried-on or
burned-on food residue is harder to clean off.
Use of improper cleaning techniques can result in damage to the markings or surface.
Avoid cleaning the surface of the glass ceramic hob with abrasive cleaning agents,
scouring pads, wire wool, etc. as they can damage the surface.
▸ Use only a soft cloth or sponge with water and standard washing-up liquid for clean-
ing everyday soiling.
▸ Remove stubborn soiling, e.g. boiled-over milk, while still warm using a glass ceramic
hob scraper. Always follow the scraper manufacturer's instructions for use.
▸ Foods with a high sugar content, e.g. marmalade, that boil over should be removed
while still hot using a glass ceramic hob scraper. The surface of the glass ceramic
hob could otherwise become damaged.
▸ Remove melted plastic while still warm using a glass ceramic hob scraper. The sur-
face of the glass ceramic hob could otherwise become damaged.
▸ Remove limescale stains when cool with a small amount of mild vinegar cleaner or
lemon juice. Then wipe clean with a damp cloth.
▸ Use a suitable Cleaning agent (see page 15) to remove stubborn soiling.
Cleaning
For good results, follow these cleaning instructions.
▸ To clean thoroughly, remove most of the soiling using a hob scraper or a special
cleaning sponge for glass ceramic hobs.
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6 Trouble-shooting
▸ Add a few drops of a suitable Cleaning agent (see page 15) to the cold hob surface
and rub over the surface using kitchen towel or a clean cloth.
▸ Wipe off with a wet cloth and then polish with a dry cloth or the soft side of a suitable
cleaning sponge.
5.1 Cleaning agent
Glass ceramic with standard glass
▸ Only use the cleaning agents and methods for glass ceramic
that we recommend.
6 Trouble-shooting
You may be able to trouble-shoot the following errors yourself. If not, note down the error
message in full (message and E numbers) and then call Customer Services or report it
to us online.
6.1 Error messages
Display Possible cause Solution
flashes alternately
with the power level
▪Cookware is not suitable for
use with induction hobs.
▸ Use suitable magnetic
cookware (see page 9).
▪Cookware is not standing on
the cooking zone.
▪Cookware is too small for the
cooking zone selected.
▸ Ensure cookware corres-
ponds to the size of the
cooking zone.
illuminates ▪The childproof lock is activ-
ated.
▸ Switch the childproof lock
off (see page 13).
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6 Trouble-shooting
Display Possible cause Solution
flashes ▪A dial was operated for
longer than 30seconds.
▸ Release the control knob.
▸ The appliance can be
used again as normal.
flashes ▪The excess temperature pro-
tection of a cooking zone
was triggered.
▸ Allow the cooking zone to
cool down.
▸ Continue cooking on a dif-
ferent cooking zone.
▸ Check cookware.
flashes ▪An interruption in the power
supply.
▸ Touch any button to ac-
knowledge the display.
▸ The appliance can be
used again as normal.
or and a num-
ber illuminate in the
display
▪Internal error occurred. ▸ Note down the error mes-
sage in full and the serial
number (SN) of the appli-
ance.
▸ Contact Customer Ser-
vices.
and flash altern-
ately
▪The automatic safety shut-off
was triggered.
▪The cooking zone is hot and
cookware is standing on it.
▸ Switch the cooking zone
back on again if required.
If a cooking zone has been running for longer without any settings being changed,
the appliance switches the cooking zone off automatically, after how much time de-
pends on the power level set.
Power level 1 2 3 4 5
Safety shut-off after hrs.:mins. 8:30 6:30 5:30 4:30 3:30
6 7 8 9
3:00 2:30 2:00 1:30
6.2 Other possible problems
Problem Possible cause Solution
The appliance is not
working and all the dis-
plays are dark.
▪The fuse or circuit breaker for
electrical installations in the
home is defective.
▸ Change the fuse.
▸ Reset the circuit breaker.
▪The fuse or circuit breaker
keeps blowing.
▸ Note down the serial num-
ber (SN) of the appliance.
▸ Contact Customer Ser-
vices.
▪Cookware is too small for the
cooking zone selected.
▸ Ensure cookware corres-
ponds to the size of the
cooking zone.
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7 Technical data
7 Technical data
7.1 Product fiche
In accordance with EU Regulation No. 66/2014
Model number GK 31139
Type designation GK CTI2T-31139
Number of cooking zones 4
Heating technology Induction cooking zone
Diameter of round cooking
zones
cm 18 21 21 18
Energy consumption per
cooking zone
Wh/kg 172.9 191.5 191.3 202.8
Energy consumption of the
entire hob EC
Wh/kg 189.6
Model number GK 31137
Type designation GK CTI2T-31137
Number of cooking zones 4
Heating technology Induction cooking zone
Dimensions of cooking zone cm 18×20 18×20 18×20 18×20
Energy consumption per
cooking zone
Wh/kg 193.2 187.7 190.8 193.3
Energy consumption of the
entire hob EC
Wh/kg 191.3
Model number GK 31138
Type designation GK CTI2T-31138
Number of cooking zones 4
Heating technology Induction cooking zone
Diameter of round cooking
zones
cm 18 21 21 18
Energy consumption per
cooking zone
Wh/kg 172 190.5 192.1 199.5
Energy consumption of the
entire hob EC
Wh/kg 188.5
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8 Disposal
8 Disposal
8.1 Packaging
Never allow children to play with packaging material due to the danger of injury or
suffocation. Store the packaging material in a safe location or dispose of it in an
environmentally-friendly way.
8.2 Safety
Render the appliance unusable to prevent accidents caused by improper use (e.g.
through children playing):
▸ Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried
out by a qualified electrician. Then cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance.
8.3 Disposal
▪ The «crossed‐out wheeled bin» symbol requires the separate collection of waste
electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Such equipment can contain hazardous,
environmentally harmful materials.
▪These appliances are to be handed over to a designated collection point for the recyc-
ling of electrical and electronic equipment and must not be disposed of with unsorted
household waste. And in this way, you will be helping to protect resources and the en-
vironment.
▪For more information, please contact the local authorities.
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9 Index
A
Appliance disposal .......................................... 18
Appliance overview ............................................ 7
Appliance-specific safety precautions
........................................................................ 4
B
Bridging function.............................................. 13
Operation with bridging function switched
on.................................................................... 14
Switching off ................................................. 14
Switching on ................................................. 13
C
Care and maintenance ................................... 14
Childproof lock ................................................. 13
Switching off ................................................. 13
Switching on ................................................. 13
Cleaning agent
Glass ceramic .............................................. 15
Coated cookware............................................. 10
Connection plate.............................................. 23
Cooking zone
Setting............................................................ 11
Switching off ................................................. 11
Cookware ............................................................. 9
Suitable cookware ..........................................9
D
Disposal............................................................. 18
E
Energy-efficient cooking ................................. 10
F
Flexible cooking .................................................. 8
H
How induction hobs function ............................ 8
I
Instructions for use ............................................. 5
M
Malfunctions...................................................... 15
Model designation .............................................. 2
N
Noise during cooking...................................... 10
Notes.................................................................. 20
O
Operating and display elements...................... 8
Control panel...................................................8
Dials and displays ..........................................8
P
Pan detection....................................................... 8
PowerPlus.......................................................... 11
Ending before time...................................... 11
Power management .................................... 12
Switching on ................................................. 11
Problems ........................................................... 15
Product fiche..................................................... 17
Q
Queries .............................................................. 23
R
Residual heat indicator................................... 11
S
Safety shut-off ................................................... 16
Safety warnings
General .............................................................4
Serial number (SN).......................................... 23
Service & Support............................................ 23
Service agreement........................................... 23
Symbols ................................................................ 4
T
Technical data .................................................. 17
Type....................................................................... 2
U
Using for the first time........................................ 7
V
Validity................................................................... 2
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10 Notes