kluge KPI3000B 30 cm Induction Hob User Manual

kluge KPI3000B 30 cm Induction Hob

Product Information

• Product Name: Hob
• Model: KPI3000B, KPI3010B

This User Manual contains important safety information and instructions on the operation and maintenance of your appliance.Please take the time to read this User Manual before using your appliance and keep this book for future reference.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Read the User Manual carefully before using the hob.
2. Ensure that the hob is installed by an authorised service person or qualified technician, following the instructions in the User Manual and local regulations.
3. Keep a minimum distance of 65 cm (with hood) or 70 cm (without hood) above the hob and a minimum distance of 42 cm to the sides of the hob.
4. Do not store items on the cooking surfaces of the hob.
5. If the surface of the hob is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid electric shock.
6. Never leave unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil. In case of fire, switch off the appliance and cover the flame with a lid or a fire blanket. Do not use water to extinguish such a fire.
7. Supervise the cooking process continuously, especially during short-term cooking processes.
8. Follow the instructions in the User Manual for cleaning and maintenance of the hob.
9. Dispose of your old machine by contacting your local city office, household waste disposal service, or the retailer from whom you purchased the product.

Installation and Preparation for Use

• This appliance must be installed by an authorised service person or qualified technician, according to the instructions in this guide and in compliance with the current local regulations.
• The minimum distance required above the hob is 65 cm (with hood) or 70 cm (without hood).
• The minimum distance required to the sides of the hob is 42 cm.
• Do not install the hob directly above a dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, or clothes dryer.
• Ensure that the gas supply conditions (type and frequency and/or nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustments of the appliance are compatible. The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the label.
• The oven should have a cooling fan.

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This User Manual contains important safety information and instructions on the operation and maintenance of your appliance.Please take the time to read this User Manual before using your appliance and keep this book for future reference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Carefully read all instructions before using your appliance and keep them in a convenient place for reference when necessary.
• This manual has been prepared for more than one model therefore your appliance may not have some of the features described within. For this reason, it is important to pay particular attention to any figures whilst reading the operating manual.

General Safety Warnings

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by 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 should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision.

WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Keep children less than 8 years of age away unless they are continually supervised.
WARNING: Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish such a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and cover the flame with a lid or a fire blanket.
CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously
WARNING: Danger of fire: Do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

• For induction hobs, metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface because they can get hot.
• For induction hobs, after use switch off the hob element using the control knob. Do not rely on the pan detector.
• For models which incorporate a hob lid, clean any spillages off the lid before use and allow the cooker to cool before closing the lid.
• Do not operate the appliance with an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or scourers to clean oven surfaces. They can scratch the surfaces which may result in shattering of the door glass or damage to surfaces.
• Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning the appliance.
• Your appliance is produced in accordance with all applicable local and international standards and regulations.
• Maintenance and repair work should only be carried out by authorised service technicians. Installation and repair work that is carried out by unauthorised technicians may be dangerous. Do not alter or modify the specifications of the appliance in any way. Inappropriate hob guards can cause accidents.
• Before connecting your appliance, make sure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure or electricity voltage and frequency) and the specifications of the appliance are compatible. The specifications for this appliance are stated on the label.

CAUTION: This appliance is designed only for cooking food and is intended for indoor domestic household use only. It should not be used for any other purpose or in any other application, such as for non-domestic use, in a commercial environment or for heating a room.

• All possible measures have been taken to ensure your safety. Since the glass may break, care should be taken while cleaning to avoid scratching. Avoid hitting or knocking the glass with accessories.
• Make sure that the supply cord is not trapped or damaged during installation. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to prevent a hazard.
• Please keep children and animals away from this appliance.
• When the induction hob is in use, keep the objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards, bank cards, watches, and similar items) awayfrom the hob. It is strongly suggested that anyone with a pacemaker should consult their cardiologist before using the induction hob.

Installation Warnings

• Do not operate the appliance before it is fully installed.
• The appliance must be installed by an authorised technician. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage that might be caused by defective placement and installation by unauthorised people.
• When the appliance is unpacked, make sure that it is has not been damaged during transportation. In the case of a defect do not use the appliance and contact a qualified service agent immediately. The materials used for packaging (nylon, staplers, Styrofoam, etc.) may be harmful to children and they should be collected and removed immediately.
• Protect your appliance against atmospheric effects. Do not expose it to effects such as sun, rain, snow, dust or excessive humidity.
• Materials around the appliance (i.e. cabinets) must be able to withstand a minimum temperature of 100°C.
• The temperature of the bottom surface of the hob may rise during operation, therefore a board must be installed underneath the product.

During Use

• Do not put flammable or combustible materials in or near the appliance when it is operating. Do not leave the cooker unattended while cooking with solid or liquid oils. They may catch fire under extreme heating conditions. Never pour water on to flames that are caused by oil, instead switch the cooker off and cover the pan with its lid or a fire blanket.
• If the product will not be used for a long period of time, turn the main control switch off. Turn the gas valve off when a gas appliance is not in use.
• Always position pans over the centre of the cooking zone, and turn the handles to a safe position so they cannot be knocked or grabbed.
• Make sure the appliance control knobs are always in the “0” (stop) position when it is not in use.

During Cleaning and Maintenance

• Make sure that your appliance is turned off at the mains before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operations.
• Do not remove the control knobs to clean the control panel.
• To maintain the efficiency and safety of your appliance, we recommend you always use original spare parts and to call our authorised service agents in case of need.

CE Declaration of conformity

We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced. This appliance has been designed to be used only for home cooking. Any other use (such as heating a room) is improper and dangerous.
The operating instructions apply to several models. You may notice differences between these instructions and your model.

Disposal of your old machine

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the retailer who you purchased this product from.

INSTALLATION AND PREPARATION FOR USE

WARNING: This appliance must be installed by an authorised service person or qualified technician, according to the instructions in this guide and in compliance with the current local regulations.

• Incorrect installation may cause harm and damage, for which the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the warranty will not be valid.
• Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (electricity voltage and frequency and/or nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustments of the appliance are compatible. The adjustment conditions for this appliance are stated on the label.
• The laws, ordinances, directives and standards in force in the country of use are to be followed (safety regulations, proper recycling in accordance with the regulations, etc.).

Instructions for the Installer General instructions

• After removing the packaging material from the appliance and its accessories, ensure that the appliance is not damaged. If you suspect any damage, do not use it and contact an authorised service person or qualified technician immediately.
• Make sure that there are no flammableor combustible materials in the closevicinity, such as curtains, oil, cloth etc. which may catch fire.
• The worktop and furniture surrounding the appliance must be made ofmaterials resistant to temperatures above 100°C.
• If a cooker hood or cupboard is to be installed above the appliance, the safety distance between cooktop and anycupboard/cooker hood should be as shown below.
• The appliance should not be installed directly above a dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine or clothes dryer.
• If the base of the appliance is accessible by hand, a barrier made from a suitable material must be fitted below the baseof the appliance, ensuring that there is no access to the base of the appliance.
• If the hob is installed above an oven, the oven should have a cooling fan.
• Make sure that the induction hob is wellventilated and the air inlet and outlet are not blocked.

Installation of the Hob

The appliance is supplied with an installation kit including adhesive sealing material, fixing brackets and screws.

• Cut the aperture dimensions as indicated in the figure. Locate the aperture on the worktop so that, after the hob is installed, the following requirements are followed.

• Place the hob in the cut out. Mark the location of the hob on the cooktop.
• Remove the hob. Place the gasket on the line you marked. Make sure that the line centres the gasket. Ensure that the junctions overlap at the corners and no gap is left along the sealing material.
• Insert the appliance into the aperture and fix in position using the brackets (A) and screws (B). Adjust the position of the brackets depending on the thickness of the worktop and tighten the screws evenly. Carefully trim away any excess sealing material (C) from around the appliance.

Electrical Connection and Safety

WARNING: The electrical connection of this appliance should be carried out by an authorised service person or qualified electrician, according to the instructions in this guide and in compliance with the current local regulations.

WARNING: THE APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

• Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, the voltage rating of the appliance (stamped on the appliance identification plate) must be checked for correspondence to the available mains supply voltage, and the mains electric wiring should be capable of handling the appliance’s power rating (also indicated on the identification plate).
• During installation, please ensure that isolated cables are used. An incorrect connection could damage your appliance. If the mains cable is damaged and needs to be replaced this should be done by a qualified person.
• Do not use adaptors, multiple sockets and/or extension leads.
• The supply cord should be kept away from hot parts of the appliance and must not be bent or compressed. Otherwise the cord may be damaged, causing a short circuit.
• If the appliance is not connected to the mains with a plug, a all-poledisconnector switch (with at least 3 mm contact spacing) must be used in order to meet the safety regulations.
• The fused switch must be easily accessible once the appliance has been installed.
• Ensure all connections are adequately tightened.
• Fix the supply cable in the cable clamp and then close the cover.
• The terminal box connection is placed on the terminal box.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Important: Specifications for the product vary and the appearance of your appliance may differ from that shown in the figures below.

List of Components

1. Induction zone
2. Control Panel

USE OF PRODUCT

Control of Hob

Control of the Induction zone

The information given in the following table is for guidance only.

Cookware

• Use thick, flat, smooth bottomed good quality cookware made of steel, enamelled steel, cast iron or stainless steel. The quality and composition of the cookware has a direct effect on cooking performance.
• Do not use concave or convex bottomed cookware. Cookware made from aluminium and stainless steel with nonferromagnetic bottom, glass, copper, brass, ceramic, porcelain are unsuitable for induction heating.
• To check if the cookware is suitable for induction cooking you can hold a magnet to the base of the cookware. If the magnet sticks, the cookware is generally suitable or you can put little water in the cookware on a cooking zone set at maximum level. The water must heating at a few seconds.
• When using certain pans, you may hear various noises coming from them, this is due to the design of the pans and does not affect the performance or safety of the hob.
• To achieve the best cooking performance, the pan should be placed in the center of the cooking zone.
• symbol flashes when the power level is selected in cooking zone display if unsuitable pan or no pan is placed on the cooking zone. The cooking zone will switch off automaticaly after 2 minutes.
• If a suitable pan is placed on the cooking zone symbol will disappear and cooking continues at the selected power level.
• To obtain best energy transferring the diameter of the cookware base should match that of the cooking zone.
• The minimum cookware diameter should be D120 mm for 160 mm cooking zones, D140 mm for 210 mm cooking zones and D160 mm for 290 mm cooking zones.
• The appliance is operated by touching buttons and the functions are confirmed by displays and audible sounds.

Control of the Touch Control Unit

1. Smart pause
2. Key lock
3. Key lock indicator
4. Heater display
5. Timer function cooking zone indicators
6. Timer display
7. Decrease heat setting/timer
8. Heater indicator
9. Increase heat setting/timer
10. Timer selection
11. Boost
12. On/Off

Use the induction cooking zones with suitable cookware. After mains voltage is applied, all displaysare illuminated briefly. After this, the hob is in stand- by mode ready for operation. The hob is controlled by the pressing the appropriate electronic button. Each button press is followed by a buzzer sound.

Switching the appliance on

• Switch the hob on by touching ON/OFF button .
• All heater displays show a static ´0` and the bottom right dots blink. (If a cooking-zone is not selected within 20 seconds, the hob will automatically turn off).

Switching the appliance off

• Switch the hob off at any time by touching .
• The ON/OFF button always has priority in the switch off function.

Switching the cooking-zones on

• Touch the heater selection button that corresponds to the heater you wish to cook on. A static dot will be shown on the selected heater display and the blinking dots on all other heater displays will no longer illuminate.
• Select the temperature setting by using the increase heat setting button or + decrease heat setting button . The element is now ready to cook on. For faster boil times, select the desired cooking level and then touch the P button to activate the Boost function.

Switching the cooking-zones off

• Select the element you want to switch off by pressing the heater selection button. Using the button, turn the temperature down to ´0. (Also, pressing the **+** and buttons simultaneously turns the temperature to ´0).
• If the cooking zone is hot, ´Hwill be displayed instead of ´0.

Switching all cooking-zones off

• To turn all the cooking zones off at once, press the button
• In the stand-by mode, an ´H` appears on all cooking zones which are hot.

Residual heat indicator

• The residual heat indicator indicates that the glass ceramic area has a temperature that is dangerous to touch.
• After switching off the cooking zone, the respective display shows ´H` until the corresponding cooking zone temperature is at a safe level.

Smart Pause

• Smart Pause, when activated, reduces the power of all burners that have been switched on.
• If you then deactivate the Smart Pause, the heaters will automatically return to the previous level.
• If the Smart Pause is not de-activated, the cooktop will turn off after 30 minutes.
• Touch ( ) to activate Smart Pause. The power for the activated heater(s) will reduce to level 1 and ´II` will appear at all displays.
• Touch ( ) again to deactivate Smart Pause. ´II` will disappear and the heaters will now run at the level previously set.

Safety switch off function

A cooking zone will automatically be swiched off if the heat setting has not been modified for a specified duration of time. A change in the heat setting of the cooking zone resets the time duration to the initial value. This initial value depends on the selected temperature level.

Child Lock

• After switching on the appliance, the child lock function can be activated. To activate the child lock, simultaneously press the increase heat setting button + and decrease heat setting button – and then press the increase heat setting key + again. ´Lindicating LOCKED will appear on all heater displays and the controls can not be used. (If a cooking zone is in the hot condition, ´Land ´H` will display alternately).
• The hob will remain in a locked condition until unlocked, even if the appliance has been switched off and on.
• To deactivate the child lock, first switch on the hob. Simultaneously press the increase heat setting button + and decrease heat setting button + and then press the decrease heat setting button again.´L`will no longer be displayed and the hob will be switched off.

Key Lock

The key lock function is used to set ‘save mode’ on the appliance during operation. It will not be possible to make any adjustments by touching the buttons (for example heat settings). It will only be possible to switch the appliance off. The lock function is active, if the key lock button is pressed for at least 2 seconds. This operation is acknowledged by a buzzer. After successful operation, the key lock Indicator flashes and the heater is locked.

Timer Function

The timer function is available in two versions:

Minute minder timer (1..99 min)

The minute minder timer can be operated if the cooking zones are switched off. The timer display shows ´00` with a blinking dot. Touch + to increase the time or touch – to decrease the time. The range is between 0 and 99 minutes. If there is no adjustment to the displayed time within 10 seconds, the minute minder timer will be set and the blinking dot will disappear.Once the timer is set, it begins to count down.

When the timer reaches zero, a signal sounds and the timer display blinks. The sound signal stops automatically after 2 minutes and/or by pressing any button. The minute minder timer can be changed or switched off anytime by using the timer setting button and/or the decrease timer button . Switching off the hob by touching at anytime will also switch off the minute minder timer.

Cooking zone timer (1..99 min)

When the hob is switched on, an independent timer can be programmed for every cooking zone. Select a cooking zone, then select the temperature setting and finally activate the timer setting button , the timer can be programmed to switch off a cooking zone. Around the timer four LEDs are arranged. These indicate which cooking zone the timer has been set for. 10 seconds after the last operation, the timer display changes to the timer that will run out next (in cases where a timer is set for more than one cooking zone).

When the timer has run down, a signal sounds and the timer display shows ´00 and, the assigned cooking zone timer LED blinks. The programmed cooking zone will be switched off and the ´H will be displayed if the cooking zone is hot. The sound signal and the blinking of the timer LED will be stopped automatically after 2 minutes and/or by operating any button.

Buzzer

While the hob is in operation, the following activities will be signalled by the buzzer:

• Normal button activation will be accompanied with a short sound signal
• Continuous button operation over a longer period of time (10 seconds) will be accompanied with a longer, intermittent sound signal.

Boost Function

To use this function, a cooking zone must be selected,with the desired cooking level set. Then press the P(Boost) button. The Boost function can only be activated if it is applicable with the cooking zone selected If Boost Function is active a ´P` is shown on the corresponding display. Activating the booster can exceed the maximum power, in which case the integrated power management will be activated. The necessary power reduction is shown by the corresponding cooking zone display blinking. Blinking is active for 3 secondsand allows further adaptations of the settings before power reduction.

Error Codes

If there is an error, an error code will be shown on the heater displays.
E1| Cooling Fan is disabled. Call an authorised service agent.
E3| Supply voltage is other than the rated values. Switch the hob off by pressing ,wait until “ H ” disappears for all zones, switch the hob on by pressing  and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, call an authorised service agent.
E4| Supply frequency is different from the rated values. Switch the hob off by pressing , wait until “ H ” disappears from all zones, switch the hob on by pressing  and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, switch the plug for the appliance off and on. Switch the hob on by pressing and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, call an authorised service agent.
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E5| Internal temperature of the hob is too high, switch the hob off by pressing  and let the heaters cool down.
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E6| Communication error between the touch control and heater. Call an authorised service agent.
E7| Coil temperature sensor is disabled. Call an authorized service agent.
E8| Cooler temperature sensor is disabled. Call an authorized service agent.
EA| Large Coil Saturation Error. Switch the hob off by pressing on/off button, switch the hob on by pressing on/off button and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, call an authorised service agent.
EC| Supply Voltage Error.Switch the hob off by pressing on/off button, switch the hob on by pressing on/off button and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, call an authorised service agent.
C1- C8| Mcroprocessor alert. Switch the hob off by pressing on/off button, switch the hob on by pressing on/off button and continue to use. If the same error is displayed again, call an authorised service agent.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

_ WARNING: _Switch off the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning is to be carried out.

General Instructions

• Check whether the cleaning materials are appropriate and recommended by the manufacturer before use on your appliance.
• Use cream cleaners or liquid cleaners which do not contain particles. Do not use caustic (corrosive) creams, abrasive cleaning powders, rough wire wool orhard tools as they may damage the cooker surfaces.
• Do not use cleaners that contain particles, as they may scratch the glass, enamelled and/or painted parts of your appliance.
• Should any liquids overflow, clean them immediately to avoid parts becoming damaged.
• Do not use steam cleaners for cleaning any part of the appliance.

Cleaning the Ceramic Glass

• Ceramic glass can hold heavy utensils but may be broken if it is hit with a sharp object.

WARNING: Ceramic Cooktops – if the surface is cracked, to avoid the possibility of an electric shock, switch off the appliance and call for service.

• Use a cream or liquid cleaner to clean the vitroceramic glass. Then, rinse and dry them thoroughly with a dry cloth. Do not use cleaning materials meant for steel as they may damage the glass.
• If substances with a low melting point are used in the cookware’s base or coatings, they can damage the glassceramic cooktop.If plastic, tin foil, sugar or sugary foods have fallen on the hot glass-ceramic cooktop, please scrape it off the hot surface as quickly and as safely as possible. If these substances melt, they can damage the glassceramic cooktop. When you cook very sugary items like jam, apply a layer of a suitable protective agent beforehand if it is possible.
• Dust on the surface must be cleaned with a wet cloth.
• Any changes in colour to the ceramicglass will not affect the structure or durability of the ceramic and is not due to a change in the material.

Colour changes to the ceramic glass may be for a number of reasons:

1. Spilt food has not been cleaned off the surface.
2. Using incorrect dishes on the hob will erode the surface.
3. Using the wrong cleaning materials.

Cleaning the Stainless Steel Parts (if available)

• Clean the stainless steel parts of your appliance on a regular basis.
• Wipe the stainless steel parts with a soft cloth soaked in only water. Then, dry them thoroughly with a dry cloth.
• Do not clean the stainless steel parts while they are still hot from cooking.
• Do not leave vinegar, coffee, milk, salt, water, lemon or tomato juice on the stainless steel for a long time.

TROUBLESHOOTING&TRANSPORT

Troubleshooting

If you still have a problem with your appliance after checking these basic troubleshooting steps, please contact an authorised service person or qualified technician.

Hob control card’s display is blacked out. The hob or cooking zones cannot be switched on.

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There is no power supply.

| Check the household fuse for the appliance.

Check whether there is a power cut by trying other electronic appliances.

The hob switches off while it is in use and an ‘F’ flashes on each display.| The controls are damp or an object is resting on them.|

Dry the controls or remove the object.

The hob switches off while it is use.| One of the cooking zones has been on for too long.| You can use the cooking zone again by switching it back on.
The hob controls are not working and the child lock LED is on.| Child lock is active.| Switch off the child lock.
The saucepans make noise during cooking or your hob makes a clicking sound during cooking.| This is normal with induction hob cookware. This is caused by the transfer of energy from the hob to the cookware.| This is normal. There is no risk, neither to your hob nor to your cookware.
The ‘U ‘ symbol lights up in the display of one of the cooking zones.| There is no pan on the cooking zone, or the pan is unsuitable.|

Use a suitable pan.

Power level 9 or ‘P’ is automatically reduced. If you select power level ‘P’ or 9 on two cooking zones, which are on the same side, at the same time.|

Maximum power level for the two zones is reached

| Operating both zones at power level ‘P’ or 9 would exceed the permitted maximum power level for the two zones.

Transport

If you need to transport the product, use the original product packaging and carry it using its original case. Follow the transport signs on the packaging. Tape all independent parts to the product to prevent damaging the product during transport.If you do not have the original packaging, prepare a carriage box so that the appliance, especially the external surfaces of the product, is protected against external threats.

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