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1.1.1. OPERATION
The cooktop features green appliance operation indicator
lights “V” to the right hand side of each control knob. The
indicator lights light up only when the relative induction
cooking zone is on.
The induction cooking system has a pan recognition system.
When the pan is removed from the cooking zone, the latter
automatically switches off. As soon as the pan is returned to
the cooking zone, it switches on again. Pans with a diameter
of less than approximately 12 cm are not detected by the
system, which will consequently fail to activate. If all knobs are
set to position 0 the entire appliance is switched off. In this
case the green appliance operation indicator lights are off.
1.1.2. PREPARATION
The induction hotplate is ready to be used
at any time, without prior preparation. No pre-heating is
necessary.
1.2. CHOOSING POTS AND PANS
¨ The bottom of pots and pans must be of one of the
following materials: iron, sheet iron, enamelled iron, cast
iron, special multi-layer metals.
¨ Pans with layered metal bottoms are not suitable if they
have an aluminium body with open edge.
¨ This heating system will not work with unsuitable materials;
these are: chrome-nickel stainless steel, aluminium,
copper, brass, glass, ceramic.
¨ Pots with a diameter of less than 12 cm are not
suitable.
The manufacturer recommends using DEMIERE cooking
utensils, specially designed for induction cooking.
The use of unsuitable pots and pans may compromise
the operation of the induction element.
In addition, the manufacturer recommends the use of pots
with a MAXIMUM diameter of 22 cm for maximum heating
efficiency.
CAUTION! Be careful when handling the pots and pans. Any
excessive knocking could damage the vitroceramic top.
1.3. IMPORTANT TIPS
¨ For perfectly uniform heating, ensure pots and pans are
positioned in the centre of the circle.
¨ Never place more than one pot on a single circular
heating zone.
¨ Never allow pots or pans on the cooktop to touch.
1.4. COOKING
Induction cooking has an extremely low “inertia” level in the
transmission of energy to food : this means that when the
power setting control knob is turned, the adjustment is
instantaneous, giving instant reaction.
Heating is extremely rapid: on maximum power, the bottom of
empty pots and pans reaches 200°C in approximately one
minute, ready for roasting.
Select and adjust the heat as desired using the control knob.
Moving the pot around on the glass ceramic cooktop causes
irregular conduction of heat to the bottom, and consequently
food may stick to the bottom of the pot in the affected area: to
prevent this, keep the pot in the centre of the cooking zone.
When heating oil or fat, watch over the pot constantly because
these substances can heat very rapidly and burn.
1.5. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
- Users with heart pacemakers should consult their
doctor to find out if it is safe for them to use this type of
cooker.
- Never attempt to cool the hotplate down with water. Take
care to ensure pots do not boil over onto the hot cooktop, for
instance when they are being filled by a side tap.
- For maximum durability, the glass ceramic top has a thickness
of 6 mm. This guarantees the appliance is suitable for normal
use in industrial kitchens. A minimal risk of breakage is
inevitable in the event the cooktop is struck violently in a
specific point, for example by a falling object.
- If the glass ceramic top becomes cracked or broken, the
induction cooker must not be switched on; this would be
dangerous.
- During cooking, pots and pans transmit heat back to the
glass ceramic cooktop, which is therefore very hot after
cooking and must not be touched (risk of burns).
- Because of danger in the event of overheating, empty pots
and pans must not be left unattended while heating.
- Do not place paper, cardboard, cloths etc between pots and
pans and the cooktop, since this could start a fire.
- Since heat is transmitted rapidly and irregularly in metal
objects, do not place any metal items other than pots or pans
on the cooktop. They could become extremely hot and burn
staff.
- Do not place canned produce, aluminium foil, cutlery or
other metallic objects on the cooking zone.
- If using a splashguard when cooking, it must not have a
metallic surface.
- Bear in mind that when the appliance is on, items worn by the
user, for example rings, watches etc. can become very hot if
brought close to the appliance surface.
- Credit cards, telephone cards, magnetic band tapes and
other items that react to a magnetic field must not be placed
on the glass ceramic top.
- The induction cooker is provided with internal fan cooling.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet vents with objects or
cloths, since this causes the appliance to switch off due to
excessive overheating.
-This cooker must not be cleaned with water jets.
- The owner of the establishment where the appliance is
installed must have the appliance checked at least once a
year by a qualified technician.
- Any repairs must be carried out by personnel trained by the
manufacturer only.
- Observe the same directions as given for normal induction
cooking zones.
- Ensure pots and pans do not touch and are always positioned
at a certain distance from each other.
- If possible, do not turn pot handles to the inside of the
cooking zone. Always use pot holders when touching pot
handles.