Time limit function
The appliance is equipped with an automatic time limit function. This function makes sure that the appliance is not in operation for a long time. The time period of the time limit depends on the selected cooking setting, eg.: The high- er the selected cooking setting, the faster the appliance is switched off.
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9 |
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8 | 1 | hours | |
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5 | 3 | hours | |
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4 | 4 | hours | |
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3 | 5 | hours | |
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1 | 10 hours | ||
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The function to limit operation time works separately for each cooking zone..
What happens if...
■...pressing two or more sensor keys – at the same time e.g. when a pan is mistakenly put onto the sensor key?
No function is activated. An audible signal sounds after 10 seconds. The appliance switches off automatically after 20 seconds.
■...you continue to press a sensor button even after having set the highest cooking setting?
An audible signal sounds after 10 seconds. After 20 seconds the appliance switches off automatically.
■...there is a power outage?
The appliance does not automatically switch on again. If the child proof lock was activated before the power failure, this is now deactivated.
■...the electronics overheat?
The cooktop will switch off. All 4 LED indicators will flash and a cyclical signal will be heard.
Selecting pots and pans
[CAUTION! Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthen- ware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for
breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Follow the manufac- turer’s instructions!
You can save time and power by using ideal pots and pans.
■Use pots and pans with flat, smooth bottoms.
Uneven bottom surfaces can increase the amount of time needed to start the cooking process and increase energy usage.
■Rough pan bottom surfaces will scratch the
■Use a pan with a diameter at least as large as the cooking area.
Using an undersized utensil will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.
■Wherever possible, always place a lid on the pan.
You’ll save a lot of energy by cooking in a closed pan. Liquids and foods will only boil over if the temperature is too high. The cooking zones allow you to precisely set the temperature required. With a little practice, you’ll learn how to choose the perfect cooking settings so nothing will
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