Hotpoint CIS944, User Instructions

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General
Carefully read the contents of this leaflet since it provides
important instructions regarding safety of installation, use
and maintenance.
Keep the leaflet for possible future consultation. All the
operations relating to installation (electrical connections)
must be carried out by specialised personnel in conformity
with the regulations in force.
1.1 The principle of induction:
The system of cooking by induction is based on the physi-
cal phenomenon of magnetic induction.
The fundamental feature of this system is direct transfer
of heat energy from the generator to the pan without in-
termediate 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 com-
mands
- More efficient: 90% of the energy absorbed is transfor-
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.4B).
Caution: if you are using a pan with a diameter which is
more than 40% smaller than the printing marked on the
glass, the cooking zone may not be activated.
1.3 Cooking vessels (Fig.4A):
Cooking by induction uses magnetism to generate heat.
The vessels must therefore contain iron.
Check if the vessel material is magnetic using a magnet.
Important:
To prevent permanent damage to the cooker surface,
do not use:
- Pans with bases that are not perfectly flat.
- Metal pans with enamelled bases.
- Do not use pans with rough bases as they may scratch
the hob’s surface.
Safety precaution
This apparatus is not suitable for use by children or per-
sons who need supervision. Do not allow children to play
with the apparatus. Before using the induction cooker top
it is important to check that the apparatus is compatible
with anyone who has a pacemaker and active surgical
implants.
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 appliance)
are compatible with the electricity supply and socket. If
you have any doubts, please consult a qualified electri-
cian for assistance.
Important:
- Metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons or lids must
not be placed on the cooker surface as they can get hot.
- After use, switch the cooker off using the control device
and do not rely on the pan detector.
- Avoid liquid spilling, therefore to boil or heat liquids
reduce the heat supply.
- Do not leave the heating elements switched on with
empty vessels or without vessels.
- When you have finished cooking, switch off the relative
resistance using the control indicated below.
- Never use aluminium foil for cooking, or never place
products wrapped in aluminium foil onto the cooking
surface. The aluminium would melt and damage your
apparatus irreversibly.
- Never heat a tin or can of food without opening it – it
could explode! This warning applies to hobs of all types.
Attention: Steam cleaners must not be used.
Attention: If the surface is cracked, switch the apparatus
off to prevent electric shocks.
This appliance conforms to the European Directive
EC/2002/96, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE). By making sure that this appliance is disposed
of in a suitable manner, the user is helping to prevent
potential damage to the environment or to public health.
The symbol on the product or on the accompanying
paperwork indicates that the appliance should not be
treated as domestic waste, but should be delivered to
a suitable electric and electronic appliance recycling
collection point. Follow local guidelines when disposing
of waste. For more information on the treatment, re-use
and recycling of this product, please contact your local
authority, domestic waste collection service or the shop
where the appliance was purchased.
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