GERMAN BS26B Built In Induction Cooker User Manual

GERMAN BS26B Built In Induction Cooker

Installation Instructions

• There should not be any obstacles surrounding the unit
• Make sure power plug is accessible after installation. Power outlet must be earthed

1. For ventilation purposes, there should be no less than 250 mm high empty space under the unit body.
2. Air vent under the unit must be well circulated. Circulation between space under the unit and room atmosphere should be present.

Procedures

1. According to cutout dimensions 264mm(W) x 379mm(D), make a cutout hole on the cabinet/counter top.
2. Attach the supplied rubber tape to the bottom part of the unit body, and then place unit through the cutout hole.
3. Connect power and cooker is ready to use.

Notes : When the induction cooker is installed, the exhaust outlet must be put ONTO the kitchen work-top, so that it can exhaust successfully. Please refer to the above pictures.

Product Structure

Main Body

Control Panel

Operating Instructions

Control Buttons Functions

• “POWER ON / OFF” Key
  Turn on the Main ON/OFF Switch or under“Sleeping” mode), press to enter “Heating” mode (power inicator will be on). Press again to switch off operation and return to “Sleeping”.

• “TIMER / CANCEL” Key
  Press this key to set timer. When the digits “30” are flashing, press “+” or “–” key to adjust timer settings between 1 minutes to 6 hours (the timer indicator will display “01-99” when the timer setup is from 1 to 99 minutes and the timer indicator will display “2h-6h” when the timer setup is from 2 to 6 hours). Timer will start counting down when time display stops flashing. To cancel timer, press this key again.

• “+/–” Adjustment Keys
  Under “Sleeping” mode, press to enter “Heating mode”Under “Timer Mode” (i.e. when “Timer” Indicator lights up), press to adjust timer. Under “Heating” mode, press to set power level.

• “LOCK/UNLOCK” Key
  Press this key to lock all settings at “Heating” mode or “Timer” mode. Under “Lock” status, induction cooker would not respond to any key press. Press this key for 3 seconds to unlock “Lock” status.

1. Connect power plug, and then turn on the Main ON/OFF switch. A “beep” sound is heard, indicating that cooker is in “Sleeping” mode.

2. Place cookware in the centre of cooking hob. Press “POWER” key and power indicator will light up, then press or indicating that cooker is in “Heating” mode. (Default value: Level 3)
   Note : if no cookware or cookware is not appropriate, the digital display will show “E0” and start to flash.

3. Press or to adjust power level.
   Note : if there is no cookware or cookware not appropriate, cooker will not start operation and a buzzing sound is heard. Power table of single hob (One is as same as the another)

4. In “Heating” mode, press “TIMER/CANCEL” key to enter “Timer” mode. Press or to set shutdown time ranging from 1 minutes to 6 hours ( the timer indicator will display “01-99” when the timer setup is from 1 to 99 minutes and the timer indicator will display “2h-6h” when the timer setup is from 2 to 6 hours).

Cookware

Please use only German Pool authorized cookware or cookware recommended by us. Any unauthorized cookware may affect induction cooker’s heating capacity and quality.

Appropriate Cookware

• Material :
  Metal, ferromagnetic stainless steel or cast iron

• Shape :
  Flat bottom with a diameter of 12 cm or more. Cookware bottom diameter should not exceed 25 cm and must not weight over 6 kg (with food)

Inappropriate Cookware

• Material :
  Non-metallic, non-ferromagnetic, ceramic, glass, aluminum or brass

• Shape :
  Bottom not flat or too bumpy, or bottom diameter smaller than 8 cm

Safety Cautions

• WARNING : If the surface (panel) is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• WARNING : Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the induction hotplate since they can get hot.
• WARNING : This appliance is intended to be used in indoor household ONLY.
• WARNING : This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remotecontrol system.
• WARNING : The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• WARNING : If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• When the appliance powers on but without pressing any control button, the appliance will stop heating automatically in 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes and goes into standby mode; this ensures the safety of the appliance.
• Single 13 A power jack must be used. Do not share power jack with other appliances.
• Do not apply water directly onto induction cooker.
• Do not insert any wire or metal objects through air inlet or venting outlet of the induction cooker.
• Please avoid collision between cook-top panel and cookware.
• A distance of at least 10 cm between the wall and the sides of induction cooker must be reserved for venting purposes.
• Do not place or use induction cooker near any heat source.
• Do not heat up any metal plate or other magnetic objects on the cook-top.
• Do not heat empty cookware for an extended time. Overheating of cookware will cause damages and injuries.
• Do not heat up unopened cans on the cook-top. It may cause explosion.
• Unplug the power cord when induction cooker is not use for long period of time.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cannot use steam cleaner.
• After use, please pass the “power” key to turn off.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • farm houses;
  • by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.

Care & Maintenance

• Power plug must be disconnected before cleaning.
• Any stain or deposit on the cook-top surface must be cleaned off immediately before reusing.
• Cleaning must be done when cook-top surface has completely cooled down.
• To clean the cook-top, wipe with a dry cloth. If stain remains, clean with a moist sponge soaked with mild soap, and then wipe again with a moist cloth.
• To clean the body of induction cooker, wipe with a soft moist cloth. If stain remains, clean with a moist sponge soaked with mild soap, and then wipe with a moist cloth.
• Do not immerse induction cooker into water.
• Do not clean cook-top with any rough cloth or abrasive tool.
• Do not use organic solvents or any cleaning products that contain chemicals such as Benzene.

Note : Over time, cook-top panel may be discoloured due to one of the following situations. Operation of induction cooker would not be affected as this is normal.

• Overheating or burning empty cookware
• Spillage not cleaned immediately
• Cookware not clean
• Long period of usage

Troubleshooting

When you run into any problem operating this product, use the table below to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, contact our Repairs & Customer Service Centre.

Power is connected and Main on/off switch is turned on,but the induction cooker does not respond when the on/off button is pressed.| • Is there a power shortage in your area?

• Is there a short circuit in the power source of your home?

• Is the power plug too loose or not connected well?

| • Try again after power supply resumes.

• Find out the cause of short circuit and eliminate it before switching on the cooker again.

• Re-connect the plug or replace the power jack.

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| • Use an appropriate pan.

• Position the pan in the centre of cook-top.

Buzzer beeps continuously and pan is not heated.| • Is the pan not suitable for induction cooking?

• Is the pan positioned properly?

Induction cooker stops heating during normal operations.| • Is the pan empty or cooking temperature too high?

• Are the air inlet and outlet being blocked?

• Is the surrounding temperature too high?

| • Avoid operating cooker with an empty pan. Let cooker cool down before switching it on again.

• Remove obstruction from the vent.

Let induction cooker cool down and try again.

• Try again after the room cools down.

Temperature fluctuates.| • Is pan bottom not flat?| • Replace pan with a flat- bottomed one.

• Above table enlists the most common problems regarding the operations of the product and their possible causes as well as suggested solutions.
• It is strictly for users’ reference only.
• Should there be any product malfunction or breakdown, DO NOT repair it yourself. Contact our Repairs & Customer Service Centre or consult a licensed technician immediately.

| | |
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EC| Loosening of cook-top sensor| E6| Short circuit of cook-top sensor
EA| Internal overheat| E7| Cook-top overheat
E3| Voltage over-loaded| E8| Short circuit of internal temperature sensor
E4| Voltage under-loaded| E9| Open circuit of internal temperature sensor
E5| Open circuit of cook-top sensor| E0| No cookware or appropriate cookware

• E3及E4（187V 253V）
• E3 & E4 are not product errors. Operation can be resumed when power voltage returns to normal rating (187V – 253V).

Technical Specifications

• Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
• If there is any inconsistency or ambiguity between the English version and the Chinese version, the Chinese version shall prevail.
• Refer to www.germanpool.com for the most up-to-date version of the Operating Instructions.

Warranty Terms & Conditions

Under normal operations, the product will receive a 3-year parts replacement warranty & ~ar compressor warranty provided by German Pool (effective starting from the date of purchase).

• This warranty is not valid until Customer’s registration information is returned to and received by our Service

Centre within 10 days of purchase via one of the following methods:

1. Visit our website and register online:
   www.germanpool.com/warranty.

2. Complete all fields on the attached Warranty Card and mail it back to our Customer Service Centre along with a photocopy of the purchase invoice (Warranty Card and invoice copy will not be returned to Customer).

3. Customer who fails to present original purchase invoice will be disqualified for free warranty.

4. Customer should always follow the operating instructions. This warranty does not apply to:

  * labour costs for installation, on-site check-up, replacement of parts and other transportation costs;
  * damages caused by accidents of any kind (including transport and others);
  * operating failures resulted from incorrect voltage, improper operations and unauthorized installations or repairs.
3. This warranty is invalid if:
  1. purchase invoice is modified by unauthorized party;
  2. product is used for any commercial or industrial applications;
  3. product is repaired or modified by unauthorized personnel, or unauthorized parts are installed;
  4. serial number is modified, damaged or removed from the product.
4. German Pool will, in its discretion, repair or replace any defective part.
5. This warranty will be void if there is any transfer of ownership from the original purchaser.

Customer Service Centre
Tel: +852 2333 6249
Fax: +852 2356 9798
Email:repairs@germanpool.com

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