Siemens EX8 LX3 E Series Instruction Manual Download

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Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Causes of damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Environmental protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Saving energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Environmentally-friendly disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Induction cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Advantages of induction cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cookware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Getting to know your appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Your new appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Special accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Residual heat indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cooking sensor function (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operating the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Flex Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Advice on using cookware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
As a single hotplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
As two independent hotplates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Move function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Time-setting options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Programming the cooking time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The kitchen timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Stopwatch function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

PowerBoost function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Activating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

ShortBoost function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Recommendations for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Activating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Keep warm function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Activating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Transferring settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Cooking assist functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Cooking assistant function types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Suitable cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Sensors and special accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Functions and heat settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Recommended dishes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Preparing and maintaining the wireless

temperature sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Childproof lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Activating and deactivating the childproof lock . . . . .35
Childproof lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Wipe protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Automatic safety cut-out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Basic settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

To access the basic settings: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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Energy consumption indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Cookware check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Power manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Cleaning agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Components to clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Hob surround (only on appliances with

hob surrounds) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Hob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Ventilation system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Cleaning the overflow container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Wireless temperature sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Summary of Contents for EX8 LX3 E Series

Page 1: ...en Instruction manual Flex induction cooktop with integrated ventilation system EX8 LX3 E ...

Page 2: ...2 Ø cm ...

Page 3: ... Deactivating 20 O Time setting options 21 Programming the cooking time 21 The kitchen timer 21 Stopwatch function 22 v PowerBoost function 22 Activating 22 Deactivating 22 x ShortBoost function 23 Recommendations for use 23 Activating 23 Deactivating 23 z Keep warm function 23 Activating 23 Deactivating 23 s Transferring settings 24 Activation 24 Ü Cooking assist functions 25 Cooking assistant fu...

Page 4: ...4 Customer service 49 E number and FD number 49 E Test dishes 50 Produktinfo Additional information on products accessories replacement parts and services can be found at www siemens home bsh group com and in the online shop www siemens home bsh group com eshops ...

Page 5: ... or materials shattering Only use safety devices or child protection grilles approved by ourselves Unsuitable safety devices or child protection grilles may result in accidents This appliance is not intended for operation with an external clock timer or a remote control This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years old and by persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabil...

Page 6: ...hood room air is extracted from the kitchen and neighbouring rooms a partial vacuum is produced if not enough fresh air is supplied Toxic gases from the chimney or the extraction shaft are sucked back into the living space Adequate incoming air must therefore always be ensured An incoming exhaust air wall box alone will not ensure compliance with the limit Safe operation is possible only when the ...

Page 7: ...e appliance leave the appliance to cool for at least two hours before removing the filter cover the metal grease filter the container the overflow reservoir or the appliance housing Warning Risk of electric shock Incorrect repairs are dangerous Repairs may only be carried out and damaged power cables replaced by one of our trained after sales technicians If the appliance is defective unplug the ap...

Page 8: ...at least 2 cm between the contents of the drawer and the fan entry point Causes of damage CausesofdamageCaution Objects that are hard or sharp may damage the hob Do not allow hard or sharp objects to fall on the hob Heating cookware when empty may cause surface damage Never leave empty cookware on the heat Hot pots or pans may damage the hob Never place hot pots or pans on the control panel the di...

Page 9: ...eness of the ventilation system and to prevent the risk of fire Environmentally friendly disposal Dispose of packaging in an environmentally friendly manner fInduction cooking InductioncookingAdvantages of induction cooking Induction cooking is very different from traditional cooking methods as heat builds up directly in the item of cookware This offers numerous advantages Saves time when boiling ...

Page 10: ...base of the cookware is uneven this may impair the heat supply Absence of pan or unsuitable size If no pan is placed on the selected hotplate or if it is made of unsuitable material or is not the correct size the power level displayed on the hotplate indicator will flash Place a suitable pan on the hotplate to stop the flashing If this takes more than 90 seconds the hotplate will switch off automa...

Page 11: ...sor function They can be purchased from specialist retailers or through our technical after sales service Always quote the relevant reference number No Name 1 Filter cover 2 Metal grease filter 3 Container 4 Hob 5 Control panel 6 Fan housing 7 Overflow container 8 Housing cover 9 Piping 10 Activated charcoal filter 11 Exhaust pipe in air recirculation mode only in air extraction mode only Air extr...

Page 12: ...been switched off the residual heat indicator will stay lit for as long as the hotplate is still warm Touch controls Switch the appliance on and off Ñ Lock the control panel for cleaning and switch on the childproof lock I Switch between the settings areas for the hob and the ventilation system reset the saturation indicators Ä Select a hotplate 0 IIIIIIIIIIII Apply heat settings select fan settin...

Page 13: ...arbon filter The different options for operating the appliance in circulating air mode can be found in the brochure Alternatively ask your dealer The required accessories are available from specialist outlets from customer service or from the Online Shop KBefore using for the first time BeforeusingforthefirsttimePlease read the following information before using the appliance for the first time Cl...

Page 14: ...from producing excess noise the hob may temporarily reduce the power Note The left hand hotplates are set in the settings area on the left and the right hand hotplates are set in the settings area on the right Selecting a hotplate and heat setting The hob must be switched on 1 Touch the and Ä symbols for the required hotplate The indicator gets brighter 2 Swipe your finger over the relative settin...

Page 15: ...e setting area for the hob Note The run on will start once the appliance has been switched off depending on the basic settings selected Intensive setting Activate intensive mode if strong odours or large amounts of steam are produced In this mode the ventilation system briefly operates at maximum power It automatically switches back to a low setting after a short time Switching on 1 Touch the I sy...

Page 16: ... off The run on time has expired The appliance is switched on again When the automatic function is activated with a sensor controlled run on the sensor determines a corresponding room air quality level Chef s recommendations Recommendations When heating up puree cream soups and thick sauces stir occasionally Set heat setting 8 to 9 for preheating When cooking with the lid on turn the heat setting ...

Page 17: ...ulash frozen 3 4 35 55 Poaching simmering Potato dumplings 4 5 5 5 20 30 Fish 4 5 10 15 White sauces e g Béchamel sauce 1 2 3 6 Whisked sauces e g sauce béarnaise hollandaise 3 4 8 12 Boiling steaming braising Rice with double the volume of water 2 5 3 5 15 30 Rice pudding 2 3 30 40 Unpeeled boiled potatoes 4 5 5 5 25 35 Boiled potatoes 4 5 5 5 15 30 Pasta noodles 6 7 6 10 Stew 3 5 4 5 120 180 Sou...

Page 18: ...7 8 4 10 Sautéeing fresh vegetables and mushrooms 7 8 10 20 Stir fry vegetables meat cut in Asian style strips 7 8 15 20 Stir fry frozen 6 7 6 10 Pancakes baked in succession 6 5 7 5 Omelette cooked in succession 3 5 4 5 3 10 Fried eggs 5 6 3 6 Deep fat frying 150 200 g per portion in 1 2 l oil deep fat fried in portions Frozen products e g chips chicken nuggets 8 9 Croquettes frozen 7 8 Meat e g ...

Page 19: ...eviously is retained Deactivating Touch the ý symbol This deactivates the flexible cooking zone The two hotplates will now function independently As two independent hotplates Use the flexible cooking zone as two independent hotplates Disconnecting hotplates 1 Touch the ý symbol 2 Select the required hotplate by touching the symbol 3 Select the required heat setting from the settings area The hotpl...

Page 20: ...searching and the heat setting of the area in which the vessel was detected is set You can find information on the size and positioning of the cookware in the section on Flex Zone Activation 1 Select one of the two hotplates in the flexible cooking zone 2 Touch the ÿ symbol it lights up more brightly The flexible cooking zone is activated as a single hotplate The heat setting in the area in which ...

Page 21: ... start to count down until the temperature for the selected area has been reached Changing or deleting the time Touch the 0 symbol twice and then select the hotplate Change the cooking time in the settings area or set to delete the programmed cooking time Touch the 0 symbol to confirm the selected setting When the time has elapsed The hotplate switches itself off the x indicator flashes and the ho...

Page 22: ...oost function enables you to heat up large quantities of water faster than when using heat setting Š This function can always be activated for a hotplate provided the other hotplate in the same group is not in use see illustration Note The PowerBoost function can also be activated in the flexible area if the cooking zone is being used as a single hotplate Activating 1 Select a hotplate 2 Touch the...

Page 23: ...Ensure that the diameter of the base of the cookware corresponds to the size of the hotplate You can find information on the type size and positioning of the cookware in section Induction cooking Activating 1 Select a hotplate 2 Touch the symbol twice The Ø indicator lights up The function has now been activated Deactivating 1 Select a hotplate 2 Touch the symbol The Ø indicator goes out and the h...

Page 24: ... cookware is detected and the previously selected heat setting and the symbol flash in the new hotplate display 2 Select the new hotplate to confirm the settings The heat setting of the original hotplate is set to The settings have been transferred to the new hotplate Notes Move the cookware to a hotplate which is not switched on which you have not yet preset or on which no other cookware has been...

Page 25: ... the frying sensor These can be purchased from specialist retailers our technical after sales service or our official website Quote the relevant reference number HZ390210 15 cm frying pan HZ390220 19 cm frying pan HZ390230 21 cm frying pan HZ390512 teppan yaki Recommended for the flexible cooking zone only HZ390522 griddle plate Recommended for the flexible cooking zone only These frying pans have...

Page 26: ... from working You can use a splatter guard to prevent the oil from spitting Use oil or fat that is suitable for frying If using butter margarine cold pressed olive oil or lard use temperature setting 1 or 2 Never leave fat or oil unattended while you are heating it If the hotplate is a higher temperature than the cookware or vice versa the temperature sensor will not be activated correctly Always ...

Page 27: ...ng function This function allows you to boil water with a lid without it boiling over You can boil efficiently thanks to the temperature control Select setting 3 100 C Cooking in a pressure cooker function Follow the manufacturer s recommendations Continue cooking for the recommended time once the signal has sounded Select setting 4 120 C Frying with a large amount of oil in the saucepan function ...

Page 28: ...act our technical after sales service Resetting the wireless temperature sensor 1 Touch and hold the symbol for approximately 8 10 seconds While you are doing this the temperature sensor s LED indicator will light up three times When the LED lights up for the third time it will start to reset the temperature sensor At this point you will need to lift your finger off the symbol Once the LED goes ou...

Page 29: ...sor 4 6 10 Bacon Frying sensor 2 5 8 Poaching function Sausages Cooking functions 2 90 ºC 10 20 Cooking function Meatballs Cooking functions 3 100 ºC 20 30 Chicken Cooking functions 3 100 ºC 60 90 Veal boiled or stewed Cooking functions 3 100 ºC 60 90 Function for cooking in a pressure cooker Chicken veal Cooking functions 4 120 ºC 15 25 Function for frying with a large amount of oil Chicken porti...

Page 30: ...ure setting Total cooking time from signal tone mins Function for frying with a small amount of oil Garlic onions Frying sensor 1 2 2 10 Courgettes aubergines Frying sensor 3 4 12 Peppers green asparagus Frying sensor 3 4 15 Vegetables sautéed in oil e g courgettes green peppers Frying sensor 1 10 20 Mushrooms Frying sensor 4 10 15 Glazing vegetables Frying sensor 3 6 10 Cooking function Fresh veg...

Page 31: ...ature setting Total cooking time from signal tone mins Poaching function Rice Cooking functions 2 90 ºC 25 35 Polenta Cooking functions 2 90 ºC 3 8 Semolina pudding Cooking functions 2 90 ºC 5 10 Cooking function Pasta Cooking functions 3 100 ºC 7 10 Pastry parcels and filled dumplings Cooking functions 3 100 ºC 6 15 Function for cooking in a pressure cooker Rice Cooking functions 4 120 ºC 5 8 Hea...

Page 32: ...lid on cook with the lid off and stir constantly Heat the oil with the lid on Fry in portions with the lid off the table lists the cooking time per portion Frozen products Cooking assistance functions Temperature setting Total cooking time from signal tone mins Function for frying with a small amount of oil Escalope Frying sensor 4 15 20 Cordon bleu Frying sensor 4 10 30 Poultry breast Frying sens...

Page 33: ...not use or clean the pan during this time Notes Do not leave the pan with the silicone patch to soak soapy water for long periods of time If the silicone patch comes off attach a new one Function for frying with a large amount of oil Frozen chips Cooking functions 5 170 ºC 4 8 Frozen products Cooking assistance functions Temperature setting Total cooking time from signal tone mins Turn several tim...

Page 34: ... Changing the battery ChangingthebatteryIf the temperature sensor does not light up when the symbol is pressed the battery is flat Changing the battery 1 Remove the silicone cover from the lower section of the temperature sensor housing and remove both screws using a screwdriver 2 Open the closure of the temperature sensor Remove the battery from the lower section of the housing and insert a new b...

Page 35: ...automatically activates when a hob is switched off Switching on and off You can find out how to switch the automatic childproof lock on in the Basic settings section kWipe protection WipeprotectionIf you wipe over the control panel while the hob is switched on settings may be altered To avoid doing this you can use the hob s Lock control panel for cleaning function To activate Touch the Ñ symbol A...

Page 36: ...rease Automatic cooking time programming Switched off ŠŠ Time until automatic switch off Duration of the timer end signal tone 10 seconds ƒ 30 seconds 1 minute ˆ Power management function Limiting the total power of the hob The available settings depend on the maximum power of the hob Deactivated Maximum power of the hob 1000 W minimum power 1500 W 3000 W recommended for 13 A 3500 W recommended fo...

Page 37: ...Automatic mode with sensor control ƒ Switched on The ventilation system starts at a specified power level Š Configuring sensor sensitivity for the ventilation system Lowest sensor sensitivity setting ƒ Medium sensor sensitivity setting Highest sensor sensitivity setting ƒ Configuring the run on Switched off Switched on Automatic function with sensor controlled run on ƒ Switched on The ventilation ...

Page 38: ...uch the 0 symbol for at least four seconds The settings have been saved Leaving the basic settings Turn off the hob with the main switch Energy consumption indicator EnergyconsumptionindicatorThis function indicates the total amount of energy consumed by this hob the last time it was used for cooking Once the hob is switched off the energy consumption is displayed in kilowatt hours e g kWh for 10 ...

Page 39: ...ction in the section on Basic settings You can find information on the type size and positioning of the cookware in the sections on Induction cooking and Flex Zone hPower manager PowermanagerYou can use the power manager to set the total power of the hob The hob is preset at the factory Its maximum performance is specified on the rating plate You can use the power manager to change the value in ac...

Page 40: ...leaning products Pressure washers or steam jet cleaners Oven cleaners Corrosive or aggressive cleaners or those containing chlorine Cleaners containing a large percentage of alcohol Hard scratchy sponges brushes or scouring pads Caution Beware of causing surface damage Always wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use To ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong clean...

Page 41: ...rs or at least once a month Warning Risk of fire Grease deposits in the grease filter may catch fire Clean the grease filter at least once a month Never operate the appliance without the grease filter Activated charcoal filters The activated charcoal filter should be replaced regularly The saturation indicator on your appliance will tell you how frequently this needs to be done Saturation display ...

Page 42: ...f the ventilation system may be reduced Removing metal grease filter The metal grease filters filter the grease out of kitchen steam To keep them in good working order the filters should be cleaned at least once a month 1 Take the filter cover off Note Make sure that the filter cover does not fall and damage the hob 2 Take the metal grease filter and the container out Note Fat may accumulate in th...

Page 43: ...ntainer in the dishwasher 6 If required take off the housing cover underneath the appliance and clean it 7 Clean the parts and dry them before refitting them Inserting the metal grease filters 1 Insert the container 2 Insert the metal grease filter Note Ensure that the metal grease filter has been inserted correctly Otherwise the ventilation system does not work 3 Put the filter cover on Resetting...

Page 44: ...er clean it in the dishwasher Do not immerse it in water or clean it under running water Remove the temperature sensor from the saucepan after cooking Store it in a clean safe place such as in its packaging away from sources of heat Silicone patch Clean and dry before attaching to the temperature sensor Dishwasher safe Note Cookware with the silicone patch must not be left to soak for long periods...

Page 45: ...otplates are used at the highest heat setting at the same time The whistling noises disappear or become quieter when the heat setting is reduced Fan noise The hob is equipped with a fan that switches on automatically at high temperatures The fan may continue to run even after you have switched off the hob if the temperature detected is still too high Cookware Which types of cookware can be used wi...

Page 46: ...sing a special glass ceramic cleaning agent produces the best results We advise against using harsh or abrasive cleaning agents dish water detergent concentrated or scouring pads You can find more information on cleaning and caring for your hob in the section on Cleaning ...

Page 47: ...re flashing The control panel is wet or an object is covering it Dry the control panel or remove the object ƒ The electronics have overheated and switched off the affected hotplate Wait until the electronics have cooled down sufficiently Then touch any symbol on the hob The electronics have overheated and all the hot plates have been switched off heat setting and signal tone There is a hot pan nea...

Page 48: ...or button for 8 minutes and then reconnect the temperature sensor to the hob If the problem persists contact the technical after sales service The indicator on the tempera ture sensor flashes twice The battery in the temperature sensor has almost run out You may be interrupted the next time you cook by the battery running out Replace the 3 V CR2032 battery See the section entitled Changing the bat...

Page 49: ... surface You can check the after sales service index KI and FD number by going to the basic settings Refer to the section entitled Basic settings to find out how to do this Please note that a visit from an after sales service engineer is not free of charge in the event that the appliance has been misused even during the warranty period Please find the contact data of all countries in the enclosed ...

Page 50: ... 20 C Amount 450 g Cooking pot 16 cm diameter 9 1 30 without stir ring Yes 1 5 Yes Amount 800 g Saucepan 22 cm diameter 9 2 30 without stir ring Yes 1 5 Yes Lentil stew from a tin E g lentils with Erasco sausages Initial temperature 20 C Amount 500 g Cooking pot 16 cm diameter 9 Approx 1 30 stir after approx 1 minute Yes 1 5 Yes Amount 1 kg Saucepan 22 cm diameter 9 Approx 2 30 stir after approx 1...

Page 51: ...lk 3 5 fat content and 1 g salt Cooking pot 16 cm diameter 8 5 Approx 5 30 No 3 No Ingredients 250 g short grain rice 120 g sugar 1 l milk 3 5 fat content and 1 5 g salt Saucepan 22 cm diameter 8 5 Approx 5 30 No 2 5 No Cooking rice Water temperature 20 C Ingredients 125 g long grain rice 300 g water and a pinch of salt Cooking pot 16 cm diameter 9 Approx 2 30 Yes 2 Yes Ingredients 250 g long grai...

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