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Cookware test

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Product information

Display

Directory for the technical after-sales
service (TK)

⁠ 

Production number
Production number 1

⁠ ⁠.

Production number 2

⁠.

a

The first four displays provide the product informa-
tion. Touch   or   to view the individual displays.

3.

Touch 

 to access the basic settings.

a

 and   light up alternately as well as   as a preset

value.

4.

Touch 

 repeatedly until the desired setting ap-

pears.

5.

Use   or   to select the required value.

6.

Touch and hold 

 for four seconds.

a

The settings are saved.

11.3 Exiting the basic settings

To exit the basic settings and and switch off the
hob, touch  ⁠.

12  Cookware test

The quality of the cookware has a major influence on
the speed and the result of the cooking process.
You can use this function to test the quality of the cook-
ware.
Before the test, ensure that the size of the cookware
base corresponds to the size of the cooking zone be-
ing used.
Access is via the basic settings. → 

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12.1 Carrying out Cookware test

1.

At room temperature, place the cookware with ap-
prox. 200 ml water in the centre of the cooking zone
that best fits the base of the cookware in terms of
size.

2.

Call up the basic settings and select  ⁠  ⁠  ⁠.

3.

Touch   or  . The   display flashes in the cooking
zones.

a

The function has been activated.

a

After 10 seconds, the result appears in the cooking
zone displays.

12.2 Checking the result

You can see what the result means for the quality and
speed of the cooking process in the following table.

Result

The cookware is not suitable for the cooking zone
and therefore does not heat up.
The cookware is taking longer to heat up than ex-
pected and cooking is not progressing as well as
it ought to.
The cookware is heating up correctly and cooking
is progressing well.

Note: 

If you have any unfavourable results, reposition

the cookware on a smaller cooking zone, if available.

Touch   or   to activate the function.

13  Cleaning and servicing

To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long
time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.

13.1 Cleaning products

You can obtain suitable cleaning products and glass
scrapers from customer service, a retailer or the online
shop www.bosch-home.com.

ATTENTION!

Unsuitable cleaning products may damage the sur-
faces of the appliance.

Never use unsuitable cleaning products.

Do not use cleaning products while the hob is still
hot. This may cause marks on the surface.

Unsuitable cleaning products

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Undiluted detergent

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Detergent intended for dishwashers

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Abrasive cleaning products

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Aggressive cleaning products such as oven spray
or stain remover

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Abrasive sponges

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High-pressure or steam jet cleaners

13.2 Cleaning the hob

Clean the hob after every use to stop cooking residues
from getting burnt on.

Requirement:

 The hob must be cold. Do not allow the

hob to cool down if it has sugar stains, plastic or alu-
minium foil on it.

1.

Remove heavy soiling using a glass scraper.

2.

Clean the hob with a cleaning agent for glass
ceramic.
Follow the cleaning instructions on the packaging of
the cleaning agent.

Tip: 

You can achieve good cleaning results using a

special sponge for glass ceramic.

13.3 Cleaning the hob surround

If the hob frame is dirty or stained after use, clean this.

Note: 

Do not use a glass scraper.

1.

Clean the hob frame with hot soapy water and a soft
cloth.
Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.

Summary of Contents for PVS B Series

Page 1: ...Register your new device on MyBosch now and get free benefits bosch home com welcome Induction hob PVS B en User manual ...

Page 2: ...e works perfectly at its installation location Only use this appliance To prepare meals and drinks Under supervision Never leave the appli ance unattended when cooking for short periods In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic environment Up to an altitude of max 4000 m above sea level Do not use the appliance With an external timer or a separate remote control This does not appl...

Page 3: ...children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance Hob protective grilles may cause accidents Never use hob protective grilles The appliance becomes hot during operation Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning Metal objects on the hob quickly become very hot Never place metal objects such as knives forks spoons and lids on the hob WARNING Risk of electric shock Incorrect r...

Page 4: ...ctive cookware cookware with melted enamel or cookware with copper or alu minium base Use suitable cookware that is in a good con dition Stains discolouration Unsuitable cleaning methods Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for glass ceramic and only clean the hob when it is cold Blisters or fractures in the glass Knocks or falling cookware cooking ac cessories or other hard or pointed objec...

Page 5: ... on the attached appliance pass and online on the product page for your appliance 4 Suitable cookware Cookware that is suitable for induction cooking must have a ferromagnetic base i e it must be attracted by a magnet The base must also match the size of the cooking zone If cookware is not detected on a cooking zone place this on the cooking zone with the next smallest diameter 4 1 Size and charac...

Page 6: ...en Suitable cookware 6 Notes Do not use adapter plates between the hob and the cookware Do not heat up empty cookware and do not use cookware with a thin base as this may become very hot ...

Page 7: ...anel clean and dry Mois ture impairs the function Do not place any cookware near the indicators or sensors The electronics may overheat 5 3 Distribution of the cooking zones The specified power has been measured with the standard pots which are described in IEC EN 60335 2 6 The power may vary depending on the size of the cookware or cookware material B C A A Area Highest power level 21 cm diameter...

Page 8: ...l ap pears To switch off the cooking zone set Switching off the cooking zone quickly Touch and hold the symbol for the cooking zone for three seconds The cooking zone switches itself off 6 3 Cooking recommendations The table shows which power level is suitable for which food The cooking time may vary de pending on the type weight thickness and quality of the food To preheat set power level 8 9 Mel...

Page 9: ...up in the cooking zone 3 Use or to select the cooking time a The time begins to count down Notes You can automatically set the same cooking time for all cooking zones You can find more information about this under Basic settings Page 10 If you select the CombiZone function for the com bined cooking zone the set time for both cooking zones is the same Changing or deleting the cooking time 1 Select ...

Page 10: ... seconds 1 30 seconds 1 minute Power limitation Enables the total power of the hob to be lim ited if necessary based on the conditions of your electrical installation The available set tings depend on the maximum power of the hob You can find precise information on the rating plate If the function is active and the hob has reached the set power limit is dis played and you cannot select a higher po...

Page 11: ...re is taking longer to heat up than ex pected and cooking is not progressing as well as it ought to The cookware is heating up correctly and cooking is progressing well Note If you have any unfavourable results reposition the cookware on a smaller cooking zone if available Touch or to activate the function 13 Cleaning and servicing To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time it is i...

Page 12: ... check whether there has been a power failure The appliance has not been connected as shown in the circuit diagram Connect the appliance in accordance with the circuit diagram Electronics fault If you are unable to rectify the fault inform the technical after sales service The displays flash The control panel is wet or an object is covering it Dry the control panel or remove the object The display...

Page 13: ...e repaired contact Customer Service Function relevant genuine spare parts according to the corresponding Ecodesign Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at least 10 years from the date on which your appliance was placed on the market within the European Economic Area Note Under the terms of the manufacturer s warranty the use of Customer Service is free of charge Detailed inf...

Page 14: ...t the recommended power level and add rice sugar and salt to the milk The cooking time including heating up is approx 45 minutes 16 cm saucepan ingredients 190 g short grain rice 90 g sugar 750 ml milk with 3 5 fat content and 1 g salt Heating up Duration approx 5 min 30 sec power level 8 Simmering Power level 3 22 cm saucepan ingredients 250 g short grain rice 120 g sugar 1 l milk with 3 5 fat co...

Page 15: ...l batter per crêpe Heating up Duration 1 min 30 sec power level 9 Simmering Power level 7 17 10 Deep fat frying frozen chips Pot dia 22 cm without lid ingredients 2 l sunflower oil For each frying time 200 g frozen chips 1 cm thick Heating up Power level 9 until the oil temperat ure reaches 180 C Simmering Power level 9 ...

Page 16: ...ooking for help You ll find it here Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you www bosch home com service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service directory 9001609037 9001609037 011109 en Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH Carl Wery Straße 34 81739 München GERMANY ww...

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