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OFOIC909B
User Manual
Over-Temperature Protection
Your freestanding cooker contains an in-built temperature
sensor that monitors the heat inside the cooktop. When an
excessive build-up of temperature is monitored, the cooktop
will automatically stop operation.
Automatic Pan Detection
When cookware is an unsuitable size or is non-magnetic
(e.g. aluminium), or an extraneous item has been left on top,
the cooktop will automatically go on standby within one
minute. The internal fan will keep cooling down the cooktop
for a further minute to avoid over-temperature issues.
Below is a list of materials used for cookware that are
compatible with induction cooking:
• Cast-Iron
• Enamelled Cast Iron
• Stainless Steel
The following materials are incompatible with induction
cooking, and are not recommended:
• Aluminium
• Copper
• Glass
The above materials are incompatible unless there is a
magnetic layer on the bottom of the cookware. However it is
possible to use a pan adapter such as an induction hob heat
diffuser in order to use such incompatible cookware.
Auto-Shutdown Protection
Auto-Shutdown is a safety function designed to protect your
cooktop. In the event that the cooktop is accidentally left
running, the cooktop will automatically shutdown after a set
period of time. Despite this automatic safety feature, it is still
recommended to exercise awareness when cooking to avoid
endangering yourself or your family.
Power Level:
Keep Warm
1–5
6–10 11–14 15
Shut Down In:
2hr
8hr
4hr
2hr
1hr
When a pot has been removed from the cooktop, the zone
will stop heating immediately, and will automatically switch
itself off after two minutes.
Induction Cooking Guide
CAUTION:
Take care when frying, as oils and fats can heat
up quickly, particularly when heated by the Boost function.
At extremely high temperatures oil and fat will ignite
spontaneously, presenting a serious fire and safety risk.
General Cooking Tips & Tricks
• When liquids come to a boil, quickly reduce the
temperature setting to avoid the liquid boiling over
and out of the pot, or to avoid burning your food.
• Using a lid when cooking will reduce cooking times
and save energy by retaining heat.
• Minimising the amount of liquid or fat can reduce
cooking times, as the more liquid added increases
the time required to heat the food sufficiently.
• It can be helpful to begin cooking on a high heat
setting, and then reducing as the foot has properly
heated up, speeding up the cooking process.
A Guide to Your Induction Heat Settings
While the exact setting required by each dish is unique and
depends on many factors, the table below is a set of helpful
guidelines that clarify the best starting points for different
types of dishes. As always, experimentation and testing will
ensure you discover the best settings for your cooktop.
Heat Setting
Cooking Method
�–2
• Delicate warming for small amounts of food such as lamb
• Melting chocolate, butter, and foods that burn quickly
• Gentle simmering and slow warming of stews and soups
3–5
• Reheating previously cooked food
• Rapid simmering, such as soups or slow-cooked meat
• Cooking rice,
Tip: use 1 ½ cup of water to every 1 cup of rice
6–��
• Cooking pancakes, dosa and crepes
• Frying and scrambling eggs quickly
• Frying flatbreads such as roti, naan, pita or focaccia
�2–�4
• Sautéing food such as mushrooms, garlic and onions
• Cooking pasta,
Tip: add 2 tbsp. of salt per 4 quarts of water
• Reducing sauces such as gravy, dahl or curries
�5–Boost
• Stir-frying dishes, such as noodle and rice dishes
• Searing meat, such as beef, poultry, pork and seafood
• Bringing water, or soups to a rolling boil
Operating Your Cooktop
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