House General
Kitchen
Induction cooking plate
- Cooking Zones
1. 2300 W zone, with power increase up to 3000 W
2. 1200 W zone, with power increase up to 1500 W
3. 1800 W zone, with power increase up to 2100 W
4. 1200 W zone, with power increase up to 1500 W - Control Panel
1. On/Off control
2. Power and timer adjustment button
3. Timer control
4. Pause/Key lock control
5. Heating zone selection controls - Starting to Cook
After switching on, a beep sounds and all indicators light up for 1 second, indicating that the hob is in standby mode.
1. Touch the on/off switch. All indicators display "–"
2. Place a suitable pan on the cooking zone you want to use. Make sure that the bottom of the pan and the surface of the cooking zone are clean and dry.
3. When you touch the heating zone selection control, an indicator next to the button flashes.
4. Select a temperature setting by touching the "-" or "+" control.
If you do not choose a temperature setting within 1 minute, the induction hob will automatically switch off. In this case, you must start over from step 1.
You can change the temperature setting at any time during cooking. - When Cooking is Finished
1. Touch the selection of the heating zone you want to switch off.
2. Turn off the cooking zone by scrolling down to "0". Make sure the display shows "0".
3. Turn off the entire hob by touching the on/off control.
4. Beware of hot surfaces: "H" indicates that the cooking zone is too hot and should not be touched. The indication disappears when the surface has cooled to a safe temperature. If you need to heat more pans, you can use the hot hob to save energy. - Power Management
You can set a maximum power level for your induction hob, choosing from different power ranges. Induction hobs can automatically limit the power to avoid the risk of overloading.
To activate:
1. Switch on the hob, then press "+" (timer) and the key lock at the same time. The time indicator will show "P5", which is power level 5. The default mode is 7.2 kW.
Power levels:
"P1": maximum power 2.5 kW
"P2": maximum power 3.5 kW
"P3": maximum power 4.5 kW
"P4": maximum power 5.5 kW
"P5": maximum power 7.2 kW
To confirm and exit: Press "+" (timer) and the key lock at the same time. - Special Functions
Boost Function:
1. Select the zone with the Boost function (front left zone)
2. Touch the "plus" button until the power level indicator displays "P"
To deactivate, select the zone and touch the "minus" button
Note: The Boost function can only last 5 minutes, after which the zone will automatically switch to level 9.
Pause Function:
1. Press the pause control: all heating zones turn off and display "| |"
2. Press again to resume original settings
Note: If not deactivated within 30 minutes, the hob will automatically switch off. - Safety Features
Control Lock:
• To lock: Touch the key lock for 2 seconds. Display shows "Lo"
• To unlock: Make sure the hob is on, then press and hold the key lock for 2 seconds
Note: When locked, only the on/off control remains active
Other Safety Features:
• Residual heat warning ("H" display)
• Automatic shut-off protection - Timer Functions
The timer can be used in two ways:
• As a minute reminder (won't turn off cooking zones)
• As an off timer for one or more cooking zones
Maximum setting: 99 minutes
Using as Minute Reminder:
1. Ensure hob is on and zone selection isn't active
2. Touch timer button (displays "00")
3. Set time using "-" or "+" controls
4. Timer starts automatically
Using to Turn Off Zones:
1. Select the heating zone
2. Set timer as above
3. A red dot appears indicating the selected zone
4. Zone turns off automatically when time expires - Cooking Tips
• When food begins to boil, reduce the power
• Use lids to save energy and time
• Minimize liquid/fat for shorter cooking times
• Start high, then reduce heat when food is hot
Temperature Settings Guide:
1-2: Gentle reheating, melting, slow heating
3-4: Reheating, simmering, rice cooking
5-6: Pancakes
7-8: Sautéing, pasta
9: Browning, blanching, boiling
Simmering and Rice Cooking:
• Simmering is cooking below boiling point, around 85°C, with occasional bubbles rising to the surface of the cooking liquid. This type of cooking is essential for cooking tasty soups and tender stews, as the flavours develop without overcooking the food. Cooking below boiling is also suitable for egg-based and flour-thickened gravies.
• Some types of cooking, such as absorbent rice, may require a higher than minimum temperature setting to ensure adequate cooking within the recommended times.
Searing Steaks:
To cook juicy, flavourful steaks:
1. Leave the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat a heavy-bottomed frying pan.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot pan and place the meat in.
4. Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time depends on the thickness of the steak and the degree of doneness you want. The cooking times vary from 2 to 8 minutes per side. Press the steak to judge the degree of cooking; the tougher it is, the more well-done it is.
5. Let the steak rest on a hot griddle for a few minutes to soften it before serving.
Browning:
1. Use a flat-bottomed wok or a large frying pan compatible with glass ceramic.
2. Have all the ingredients and equipment ready. Browning must be done quickly. If you need to cook large quantities of food, cook a little at a time.
3. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil.
4. Cook the meat first, then set it aside to keep warm.
5. Brown the vegetables. When they are hot but still crispy, lower the temperature of the cooking zone, place the meat back into the pan and add the sauce.
6. Gently stir the ingredients so they are piping hot.
7. Serve immediately.