PowerPac PPIC887 Ceramic Cooker User Manual

PPIC887 Ceramic Cooker
User Manual

CERAMIC COOKER
2 YEARS WARRANTY

Parts & Description

Only Stainless steel flat-based pots & pans with a diameter between 12 cm to 26 cm are usable.

Non-usable Pots/Pans
Material : glass, heat-resistant glass, ceramic, copper, aluminium.
Pots & pans with a round bottom and a diameter less than 12 cm or greater than 26 cm cannot be used.

FEATURES

The Induction cooker consists of coils of copper wire beneath a Crystal Plate made of ceramic. When electricity runs through the copper wire, if a pot or pan containing a magnetic material such as stainless steel is placed on top of the Crystal Plate, it “induces” (or causes) an electric current to flow in the pot or pan. As the pot or pan resists this  current, heat is generated very quickly and evenly throughout the pot or pan, cooking the food inside evenly; similar to the use of a hot flame or electric hot plate.

Its main characteristics are as follows:

• No hot spots in both the pot or the pan, so food is cooked evenly, with no part burnt or undercooked

• The bottom of the pot or the pan would not develop ugly patches of black, unlike if a hot gas flame or electric hot plate was used

• Energy transfer from electrical energy to heat energy using electrical induction is more efficient compared to using a hot gas flame or electric hot plate

• There is also no flame, and the surface plate is not heated, so it is very safe to use in the kitchen

• Environmentally-friendly: no fire, no smoke and no carbon monoxide

• Easy to clean: Crystal Plate can be wiped with soft sponge moistened with detergent and water

• Make sure that your pot or pan is made of Stainless steel, a magnetic material.
  Copper and aluminum are NOT magnetic and cannot be used, unless they have additional coatings of Stainless steel at the bottom

• Although it is unlikely, an Induction device may interfere with a pacemaker, and anyone fitted with such should stand 2 feet (60 cm) from an Induction Cooker

• Safety: numerous protections installed

Warnings

ATTENTION :
Read this booklet carefully it contains important instructions for a safe installation, use and maintenance.
Important instructions to be kept for future reference.
The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
   The Appliance

2. This appliance must be used only for the purpose it was expressly designed; any use NOT complying with the instructions contained in the manual is considered inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer is NOT responsible for possible damages caused by the inappropriate and/or unreasonable use.

3. The installation/assembly of the appliance will be made in accordance with the indications of the manufacturer. A wrong procedure may cause damages to persons,  animals or objects, for which the manufacturer cannot be considered responsible.

4. Before use, check the integrity of the appliance (particularly, the integrity of the Crystal Plate – which is the top glossy surface) and power cable. DO NOT operate the  appliance when its housing is damaged. In case you are not sure, contact a qualified person. If the Crystal Plate or power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the  manufacturer or its service agent or a qualified technician in order to avoid a shock hazard.

5. Before powering the appliance make sure the rating (voltage and frequency) corresponding to the grid and the socket is suitable for the plug of the appliance, and that  the wall socket is properly grounded. This appliance is fitted with an earth wire for extra safety.

6. DO NOT power the appliance using multiple sockets. If possible, avoid the use of adapters and/or extension cables; if their use is absolutely necessary, use only  materials in compliance with the current safety regulations and according to the electrical parameters of the adapters.

7. The appliance must NOT be switched on using external timers and/or other remote control appliances, which are not specified in this manual.

8. Only use original components & accessories provided by the manufacturer. Any non-original component or accessory NOT recommended by the manufacturer (including, but not limited to, pots made of plastic, wood, glass, heat-resistant glass, ceramic, copper, aluminum, etc. made by other manufacturers or by the same  manufacturer but for other models of the same capacity or otherwise) may cause injuries to persons or damage to the appliance. If you have to use other utensils, remember : Only Stainless steel flat-based pots & pans with a diameter between 12 cm to 26 cm are usable.

9. The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources of danger.
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10. This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame, ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence of flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric conditions when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items containing these substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be used to clean the appliance in order to avert the risk of fire or explosion.

11. The appliance should NOT be placed on a surface, or in the vicinity of objects, which can be damaged by heat such as carpets or plastics. DO NOT locate multiple portable socket outlets or power supplies at the bottom or rear of the appliance. During operation, as heat is transferred away from the appliance, the surface that the appliance is placed upon as well the surface immediately above or adjacent to it may become very hot. There should be at least 10 cm of free space from the back, left & right sides and at least 20 cm from the top of the utensil (pot, pan, etc.) placed on the Crystal Plate to allow adequate air circulation. Never use the appliance near curtains or textiles. If the appliance is operated on wooden furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate finishes.

12. Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it can be damaged easily. DO NOT pull the power cable, tug it or use it to drag the appliance to which is connected. The cable must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered with throw rugs, runners or similar. Arrange the cable away from the high traffic area, and where it will NOT be tripped over.

13. DO NOT allow the power cable of the appliance to fall across the Crystal Plate. In addition, when using another electrical appliance, e.g. a hand-held food blender, near the appliance, ensure that the power cable of the electrical appliance cannot come into contact with the Crystal Plate. The insulation on the cable could become damaged.

14. DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of the sun and dust.
    Operation

15. If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
    a. Clean the appliance with a damp cloth, and immediately wipe dry.
    Notice: you can use a dishwasher to clean the stainless steel pot provided. DO NOT use metal scouring pads.
    b. Add oil, grease or water into the utensil (pot, pan, etc.) on top of the Crystal Plate first. DO NOT heat an empty utensil. Not doing this may lead to burning or scarring it. Hereby “utensil” is regarded as any container i.e. pot, pan, etc. placed onto the Crystal Plate;
    c. Plug the power cable into the electric socket and switch it on. Press the ON/OFF button followed by one of 4 buttons (Soup, Fry, BBQ, Hot Pot). Heating commences. You can add food and liquids into the utensil as the cooking proceeds.
    d. Press the ON/OFF button after you finished cooking. The screen will display “_____”. DO NOT switch the appliance off by pressing the socket switch. The fan will continue to work until the unit cools down.
    e. Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper functioning.
    DO NOT:
    • cover the appliance e.g. with a hob cover, a cloth or protective foil. The material could catch fire, shatter or melt if the hob is switched on by mistake or if residual heat is still present;
    • obstruct totally nor partially the air inlet & outlet;
    • insert objects or body parts inside the protection cover of the appliance;
    • switch the appliance on if the utensil is dry – however, should the utensil be found dry during operation, immediately remove the utensil from the Crystal Plate and press the ON/OFF button. DO NOT switch the appliance off. The fan will continue to work until the unit cools down;
    • slide utensils into place on the Crystal Plate as this can cause scuffs and scratches. Instead, lift utensils into position on the plate.
    • place metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons, lids, etc. or combustible materials (paper, cloth, sugar, plastic, aluminums foil, etc.) on the Crystal Plate as they can damage the plate. If this should occur, switch off the appliance and scrape off all the residues whilst still hot, using a shielded scraper blade. After the appliance had cooled down, clean the plate with a suitable ceramic hob cleaning agent;
    • place hot items on the Control Panel as this could cause damage to the electronics underneath;
    • touch the Crystal Plate of the appliance when in operation or just after switching it off as it will still be very hot and may cause scalding;
    •  drop anything on the Crystal Plate. Even a light object can cause damage in certain circumstances.

16. During (and immediately after) the period of operation, high temperature steam may escape from the utensil. To avoid scalding:
    DO NOT
    • fill liquids beyond 80% of the maximum volume if you are using a pot;
    • remove the lid while heating & ensure that the lid is tightly closed during heating if you are using a pot;
    • add food with its packaging (plastic wrapper, paper, foil, metal can, etc.) still attached without first removing the packaging;
    • heat up food in closed containers e.g. tins or sealed jars on the Crystal Plate, as pressure can build up in the container, causing it to explode;
    • move the appliance while in operation;
    •  remove the utensil during heating. Wait until heating has completed, press the ON/OFF button and then remove the utensil carefully;
    • touch the Crystal Plate of the appliance except the Control Panel buttons or the Power Knob when in operation or just after switching it off as it will still be very hot and may cause scalding Always wear protective, insulated oven gloves when in contact with the utensil. DO NOT let the gloves get wet as this causes heat to transfer through the material more quickly with the risk of scalding or burning yourself. The bottom of the cooker becomes exceedingly hot as the cooker operates;
    • direct steam at any person or animal & one’s hands and face should be angled away from the utensil (especially if it has a vapor hole) at all times;
    • leave the appliance unsupervised during operation, especially when cooking with oil and fat. If the oil and fat ignites, DO NOT attempt to put the flames out with water. Press the ON/OFF button and use a suitable fire blanket, saucepan lid, damp towel or similar to smother the flames;

17. During operation, DO NOT touch the appliance with wet body parts, and it is recommended to have between you and the standing surface, an isolating element (for example, wearing shoes with rubber soles).

18. DO NOT soak the appliance in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. In case of accidental fall in water, DO NOT try to take it out, but immediately switch the socket switch OFF and detach the 3-pin plug from the socket on the wall (holding it firmly with dry hands).

19. Always switch the socket switch OFF and detach the plug from the socket if it is NOT used for a long period, before storing, cleaning or performing any maintenance operation.

20. In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning, switch the socket switch OFF, unplug the plug and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible, with the support of a qualified person.

21. If smoke is observed coming out of the appliance, switch the socket switch off and unplug the power cable immediately. Remove any utensil placed on the Crystal Plate away from the cooker immediately.

22. This appliance is NOT intended for commercial use but to be used in households and similar applications, such as:
    •  Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
    • Dormitories;
    • By clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments;
    • Bed and breakfast type environments.

23. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall NOT play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall NOT be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cable out of reach of children less than 8 years old.

24. Save these instructions.

USING YOUR APPLIANCE

Note: The actual Control Panel may be different from the image above. However, the functions and usage remain the same.

| Press the ON/OFF button.
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| Press the individual button to select your preferred cooking requirement :
• Manual – BBQ, Frying, Hot Pot
• Automatic – Soup, Water, Milk
| Press the Timer/Pre button followed by buttons to set the desired time. The TIMER function works only in Manual mode.
The PRE-SET (abbey. Pre) function works only in Automatic mode.
The timer can be adjusted anywhere up to 240 minutes.
The cooker will automatically shut off when the timer expires.
| The buttons can be used to adjust heat levels in
Manual mode (BBQ, Frying, Hot Pot), but not in
Automatic mode (Soup, Water, Milk).
There are eight levels in total, from 60 °C to 240°C.
The corresponding power level is from 300 W to 2000 W.
The buttons can also be used to set the timer in pre-set/timer functions.

MANUAL FUNCTION
Pressing the buttons (as shown below) on the Control Panel will light up the LED display as shown:

AUTOMATIC FUNCTION
Pressing the buttons (as shown below) on the Control Panel will light up the LED display as shown:

The temperature and duration of heating are preset and cannot be adjusted.
REMINDER:
DO NOT switch the appliance off by pressing the switch on the plug attached to the main electrical supply. Press the Power button after you finish cooking and the screen  will display “_____”. The appliance will stop heating immediately. The fan does not stop working until the unit cools down.

CLEANING

1. Disconnect the plug and wait until the unit has cooled down completely.
2. Always clean cooking appliances such as pots & pans soon after use. This will prevent food from sticking to the appliance and reduce the possibility of bacterial growth.  It will also reduce the likelihood of the utensils being stained or discolored.
3. Wipe all coarse soiling off using a damp cloth. Stubborn soiling may need to be removed with a shielded scraper blade.
4. The appliance can be cleaned with a dish-washing agent and a damp cloth, and immediately wipe dry. It is recommended that a suitable ceramic hob cleaning agent is  used to clean the Crystal Plate. DO NOT use a scrubbing brush. DO NOT use detergents or chemicals like benzene, thinner, polishing powder.
5. Never run water over the unit as malfunctions may occur if water seeps inside the appliance.
6. Use a vacuum cleaner to suck up dirt from the air intake and exhaust vent.

PROBLEM SOLVING

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E2| IGBT Temperature sensor malfunctioned| Contact authorised service centre
E3| Electric grid Voltage higher than 275 V Fan isn’t connected or is broken| Power the appliance only when voltage supply is back to normal
E4| Electric grid Voltage lower than 95 V| Power the appliance only when voltage supply is back to normal
E5| Crystal plate Temperature sensor short-circuited because of empty pot or pan| Fill pot/pan and wait for a few minutes before switching the appliance on
E6| Fan isn’t connected or is broken Air Intake/Exhaust blocked| Contact authorised service centre
Wait for a few minutes before switching the appliance on
E7| Crystal plate Temperature sensor short-circuited because of empty pot or pan| Wait for a new minutes before switching the appliance on
E8| No pot/pan on the plate or non-usable
pot/pan on the plate| Put suitable pot/pan on the plate

ENVIRONMENTAL TIP

This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is no longer capable of functioning, be disposed with the least possible environmental damage  according to the local regulations in your area. In most cases you can discard the appliance at your local recycling center.
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this appliance as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY

Warranty Conditions

1. This warranty provides against defective materials and manufacturing faults throughout for two years from the date of purchase of the appliance. The warranty on the Compressor is 10 years subject to the same conditions as above.
2. This warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear, replacement of consumable materials and accessories, and the cost of maintenance of the appliance.
3. This warranty does not cover the repair or replacement of part/s damaged by misuse, accidents, negligence, alterations, or modifications in any way, or repairs done by any repair organization without the prior consent of Power Pac Electrical Pte Ltd.
4. Repair and service are to be performed at: 5 Changi South Lane #03-01 Singapore 486045. A transport fee will be charged for personal doorstep service.
5. The original purchaser of the appliance must furnish proof of purchase to our Service Centre with the email or number as registered during submission of warranty when this appliance is sent for repair/service. Failure to do so may delay the receipt of said repair/service by the customer.
6. Under no circumstances whatsoever shall the serial number be erased, defaced or altered by the customer and/or his representatives, or the dealer and/or his agents. Failure to ensure this shall invalidate the warranty.
7. This warranty is deemed to be void if the defect is cause by the attack of household pests, fire, lightning, natural disasters, pollution, abnormal voltage or the usage of generators.
8. This warranty is valid in Singapore only.
9. This warranty will be honored subject to the customer’s registration of the warranty inclusive of original invoice or valid purchase receipt. Failure to present these documents will result in denial of service. However, if the customer still requests that the defective appliance be repaired, PowerPC Electrical Pte Ltd may, at its discretion, repair the appliance but impose a labor charge, as well as the costs of the replacement parts, to be borne solely by the customer.
10. Please refer to the attached picture for the location of one of our appliance’s serial number, as an example.

Please complete the on-line registration warranty form available on our website.
There is no further requirement to send us any hard copy as part of our efforts to save the environment.
In accordance with the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as stated above, Power Pac Electrical Pte Ltd, at its expense shall provide free services for the appliance  within the warranty period from its date of purchase from our Authorised dealers.

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