Blanco BIC603S, Use And Care And Installation Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS
• Read the following carefully to avoid an electric shock or fire.
• It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference.
• Should the appliance be sold or transferred, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order
that the new owner can get to know the functions of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
• These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using
the appliance.
• All operations related to electrical wiring and installation must be carried out by qualified persons, in accor -
dance with safety regulations.
• Means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervised or instruction con -
cerning use of the appliance by a responsible person for their safely.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•
WARNING
: If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of an electric shock
• Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface since they can
get hot.
• Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of the appliance when it is in operation.
• Do not store or use flammable liquids or items in the vicinity of this appliance, e.g. aerosols.
• WARNING : Accessible parts will become hot when in use. To avoid burns and scalds children should be kept
away.
• Do not allow large cookware to overhang the hob onto the adjacent benchtop. This will cause scorching to
the benchtop surface.
• Before using the appliance, ensure that all packing materials are removed from the appliance.
• Only authorised personnel should carry out servicing.
• Always ensure the appliance is switched off before cleaning or replacing parts.
• To maintain safe operation, it is recommended that the product be inspected every five years by an authori -
zed service person.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or similarly quali -
fied person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean this appliance.
• Do not turn on the heating zones if aluminium foils or plastic items have been placed on the hob surface.
•
WARNING
: lf the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of an electric shock.
• Metallic objects suck as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hotplate since they can
get hot
Before connecting the appliance to the electricity supply:
Check that the voltage and power values listed on the data plate (positioned on the lower part of the applian -
ce) are compatible with the electricity supply and socket. If you have any doubts, please consult a qualified
electrician for assistance.
1.1 The principle of induction:
The system of cooking by induction is based on the physical phenomenon of magnetic induction. The
fundamental feature of this system is direct transfer of heat energy from the generator to the pan without
intermediate means (different from traditional cooker tops see Fig.1).
1.2 Advantages:
If you compare your electric cooker tops, with the induction cooker top, the result will be:
- Safer:
low temperature on the glass surface.
- Quicker:
brief heating times.
- More precise:
the top reacts immediately to your commands.
- More efficient:
90% of the energy absorbed is tran sfor med into heat.
Furthermore, once the pan has been removed from the hob, heat transmission is stopped immediately, thereby
preventing the needless dispersion of heat.
The system also automatically recognises the various diameters of all pans and uses a suitable power level for
each size.
This means that we are able to use pans of various sizes, provided that the pan diameter is no more than 10%
larger - or 40% smaller - than the printed detail marked on the hob (Fig.6B).
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