Programming the hob
This section will show you how to program the hotplates. The
table contains power levels and cooking times for several
dishes.
Turning the hob on and off
The hob is turned on and off using the main switch.
To turn on: Press the
#
symbol. A beep sounds. The indicator
located next to the main switch and the
hotplates light up. The hob is ready for use.
To turn off: press the
#
symbol until the indicators go out. All
hotplates are turned off. The residual heat indicator will remain
lit until the hotplates have cooled down sufficiently.
Notes
The hob switches off automatically when all the hotplates are
■
switched off for more than 20 seconds.
The settings are memorised for 4 seconds after the hob has
■
been turned off. If the hotplate is switched back on within this
time then the previous settings will be applied.
Set the hotplate
Select the required power level with the + and - symbols.
Power level 1 = minimum power.
Power level 9 = maximum power.
Each power level has an intermediate setting. This is marked
with a dot.
Select the hotplate and the power level
The hob must be switched on.
Select the hotplate with the
1.
Melting
Chocolate, chocolate coating
Butter, honey, gelatin
Heating and keeping warm
Stew (e.g., lentils)
Milk**
Sausages heated in water**
Defrosting and heating
Frozen spinach
Frozen goulash
* Uncovered cooking
** Uncovered
*** Turn frequently
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indicators of the
$
symbol.
In the following 10 seconds, press the + or - symbol. The
2.
basic setting appears:
+ symbol = power level 9
- symbol = power level 4
The power level has been set.
Changing the power level
Select the hotplate and press the + or - symbol until the
required power level comes on.
To switch off the hotplate
Select the hotplate and then press the + or - symbol until
symbol appears.
The hotplate turns off and the residual heat indicator appears.
Notes
If no pan has been placed on the hotplate, the selected
■
power level flashes. After a certain time has elapsed, the
hotplate switches off.
If a pan has been placed on the hotplate before switching on
■
the hob, it will be detected within 20 seconds of pressing the
main switch and the hotplate will be selected automatically.
Once detected, select the power level within the next
20 seconds or the hotplate will switch off.
If more than one pan is placed on the hob, only one will be
detected when switching it on.
Cooking guidelines table
The table below contains some examples.
Cooking times depend on the power level, type, weight and
quality of the food. As such they are approximate.
When heating purées, creams and thick sauces, stir
occasionally.
Use power level 9 to begin cooking.
Power level
1-1.
1-2
1.-2
1.-2.
3-4
3-4
3-4
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Cooking time
-
-
-
-
-
15-25 min.
30-40 min.
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