Before using for the first time
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If you switch off the cooking zone, the illuminated ring
on the control knob flashes. Even if the hob has been
switched off, the illuminated ring on the control knob
continues flashing orange until the cooking zone has
cooled down.
Before using for the first time
7 Before using for the first time
Observe the following recommendations.
7.1 Initial cleaning
Remove any leftover packaging from the hob surface
and wipe the surface with a damp cloth. You can find a
list of recommended detergents on the official website
www.gaggenau.com.
More information on care and cleaning. →
7.2 Cooking with induction
In comparison to conventional hobs, induction techno-
logy brings with it a series of changes and has a num-
ber of benefits such as time savings when cooking and
frying, energy savings as well as greater ease of clean-
ing and care. It also offers improved heat control as the
heat is generated directly in the cookware.
7.3 Cookware
You can find a list of recommended cookware on the
official website www.gaggenau.com.
Further information on suitable cookware. →
Basic operation
8 Basic operation
8.1 Switching on the hob
1.
Use the control knob to select the cooking zone.
2.
Push in the control knob and turn it to the required
power level.
a
The illuminated ring on the control knob lights up or-
ange.
a
The power level has been set.
3.
If there is no cookware on the cooking zone or the
appliance does not detect the cookware, turn the
control knob back to 0.
a
The illuminated ring on the control knob stops flash-
ing.
Notes
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In order to protect the appliance's electronic parts
from overheating or surge currents, the hob may
temporarily reduce the power level.
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In order to prevent the appliance from producing ex-
cess noise, the hob may temporarily reduce the
power level.
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If there is no cookware on the cooking zone or the
appliance does not detect the cookware, the illumin-
ated ring on the control knob lights up white. After
approx. 9 minutes, the appliance switches the cook-
ing zone off. The illuminated ring on the control
knob flashes orange and white. Turn the control
knob back to 0. The illuminated ring on the control
knob stops flashing.
8.2 Switching off the hob
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Turn the control knob to 0.
a
The residual heat indicator lights up and the illumin-
ated ring on the control knob flashes orange until
the cooking zone has cooled down.
Note:
Always remove cookware, saucepan lids or other
metal objects from the hob after cooking. If you acci-
dentally switch on one of the cooking zones when
cleaning the worktop or touching a control knob, these
kinds of objects will heat up very quickly.
8.3 Cooking tips
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When heating up puree, cream soups or thick
sauces, stir occasionally.
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To preheat, set the power level 8-9.
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When cooking with the lid on, reduce the power
level as soon as you see steam escaping. The
cooking result is not affected by the steam escap-
ing.
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After cooking, place a lid on the cookware until you
serve the dish.
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To cook with the pressure cooker, observe the man-
ufacturer's instructions.
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Do not cook food for too long, otherwise nutrients
will be lost.
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Ensure that the oil does not smoke.