How to use the hob
The ceramic surface of the hob allows fast transmission of heat vertically from the heating elements under the glass to the pans on the hob top.
The heat does not spread horizontally, so the hob top remains relatively cool only a few centimetres from the zone in use. Please note:
The heating elements are equipped with a temperature limiter that will switch the element off to prevent damage to the hob. The temperature limiter may also operate when incorrect pans are used or pans are poorly positioned. This will affect cooking performance.
The temperature limiter can be seen in the zone as the straight line out from the centre of the element. This is not a fault with the hob.
Using the single zones
The heating element is formed of a coil of resistant material which reaches the required cooking temperature quickly.
Before using the hob, first check the hob and the pan are clean and dry, then place the pan correctly on to the zone.
The power level for each zone can be regulated by turning the control knob to the required level between 0 (off) and 12 (maximum).
The power indicator light will switch on automatically when any of the zones are in use.
Using the dual zones
The dual zones are formed of two separate coils of resistant material.
To turn on the dual zone, turn the control knob fully clockwise to the 
position.
Residual heat indicators
The hob is equipped with residual heat indicators which warn when any of the zones are hot to the touch, both during and after cooking.
A light will show on the display (fig 6 for HVC60/HVC70, fig 7 for HVC90) to indicate a zone is hot until the zone is at a safe temperature to touch, when the residual heat indicator will the switch off.
Ø 210mm
fig. 4
Second element
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Please note:
You should avoid touching the zones when the hob is in use, or when the residual heat indicator is on.
In the event of a power cut, the residual heat indicators will illuminate after the power supply is restored. However, when there is no power supply to the hob the residual heat indicators will not work, so extra care must be taken.
fig. 7
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