Basic operation
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9 Basic operation
9.1 Switching on the hob
Note:
If there is no cookware on the cooking zone or if
the appliance does not detect the cookware, the selec-
ted power level flashes and the illuminated ring on the
control knob lights up orange. After approx. 9 minutes,
the appliance switches the cooking zone off. The illu-
minated ring on the control knob flashes. Turn the con-
trol knob to 0; the illuminated ring on the control knob
goes out.
1.
Use cookware with a suitable diameter.
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Ensure that the base of the cookware sits within
the marked hotplates.
2.
Push in the control knob and turn it to the re-
quired power level .
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2
a
The selected power level lights up on the display.
a
The illuminated ring on the control knob lights up.
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.
9.2 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.
9.3 Cooking tips
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When heating up puree, cream soups or thick
sauces, stir occasionally.
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To preheat, set power level 10 to 12.
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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. The kitchen timer enables you to set the
optimal cooking time.
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Ensure that the oil does not smoke.
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To brown the food, fry it in small portions, one after
the other.
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Some items of cookware may reach high temperat-
ures while the food is cooking. You should therefore
use oven gloves.
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You can find recommendations for energy-efficient
cooking under
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Cooking recommendations
The overview shows which power level is suitable for which food. The cooking time may vary depending on the type,
weight, thickness and quality of the food.
Power level
Cooking methods
Examples
11-12
Parboiling
Searing
Heating
Bringing to the boil
Blanching
Water
Meat
Fat or oil, liquids
Soups, sauces
Vegetables
7-10
Frying
Meat, potatoes
6-8
Frying
Fish