GERMAN POOL CKY-298 Halogen Cooking Pot User Manual

: July 10, 2024
: GERMAN POOL

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GERMAN POOL CKY-298 Halogen Cooking Pot

GERMAN POOL CKY-298 Halogen Cooking Pot

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Please read these instructions and warranty information carefully before use and keep them handy for future reference.

Precautions

Important

For safety purpose, read the instructions carefully before using the appliance. Keep the user manual for future reference.
The appliance is designed for domestic use and should be operated in accordance with the following instructions.

New Safety Feature: Lid Lock Protection Button Operating Guide

Lifting the lid
When the lid is fully lifted, Lid Lock Protection Button will be pushed upwards. The lid will be locked.

Closing the lid
Incline the lid slightly backward and press the safety lock downwards to unlock it.
Keep pressing the safety button while gently closing the lid.

Attention
Do not close the lid without pressing the Safety Lock downwards, otherwise it may damage the lid arm.
While closing the lid, press the safety lock and grasp the lid handle to avoid crashing into the pot.
Use the dedicated plug for the appliance. Do not overload the AC socket.
Before activating the appliance, make sure the lid is firmly closed.
If the appliance is operated on a non-heat resistant table, place a heat-proof mat under the appliance prior to usage.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar indoor environment such as:
- staff pantry in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses;
- hotels, motels and other residential apartments;
- Bed and Breakfast (B&B) lodges.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
During its first time usage or when the glass container is cool, preheating the pot will help deliver better cooking results.
To avoid the risk of scald, do not touch the glass container or the lid during its operation until the container cools down.
Food must be placed on a rack inside the glass container. Make sure there is enough space between food and the heating element so that interior airflow circulation will not be blocked.
Do not pour water or put other air-impermeable objects or non-heat-resistant containers (like plastics) inside the cooking pot during its operation.
Disconnect the appliance from the AC socket after usage.
Unplug the device and let it completely cool down before cleaning or washing.
Do not rinse the cooking pot or immerse it into water. Wipe it with a soft and wet wrung-out cloth to remove oily stains. Do not clean it with alcohol or other VOCs.
Avoid knocking, hitting or striking the cooking pot, which may cause invisible cracks on the pot.
There should be a distance of at least 10 cm between the appliance and the wall.
The appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or any individual lacking relevant experience and skill, unless they have been given instructions or under the supervision of responsible personnel.
Keep children away from the appliance.
When strange noise is heard or severe vibration occurs, never lift the lid. Disconnect it from the power source immediately and contact German Pool or a qualified technician for repair.
If the power cord is damaged or malfunction occurs, do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the appliance. It must be replaced or repaired by German Pool or other qualified technicians.
To avoid electric shock, short-circuit or fire hazards, never use a damaged cord or plug.

Product Features

Multiple Functions

The adaptable nature of German Pool’s Multi-Purpose Halogen Cooking Pot can serve as an electric grill, conventional oven, rice cooker, egg cooker, electric oven, toaster, stewing pot, bread maker, baking machine, steriliser, steamer, popcorn maker, hotdog maker and etc.

Healthy Cooking

The Multi-Purpose Halogen Cooking Pot requires no oil to cook food, such as potato chips, hash browns, peanuts, cashew nuts, fish and other pickled food products, so that healthier cooking can be achieved. Heat waves produced by the halogen heating element can penetrate directly into food and boil its fat content, which can effectively reduce fat consumption.

Time- & Energy-Efficient

The Multi-Purpose Halogen Cooking Pot transfers heat to food through simultaneous convection, conduction and penetration. As a result, food can be cooked within a much shorter time. Owing to its circular heating element and the patented internal venting system, German Pool Halogen Pot can transfer circulating heat from multidirectional perspective in order to realise energy efficient cooking.

Fumeless Cooking

With German Pool’s Multi-Purpose Halogen Cooking Pot, no oily fumes or radiation will be produced in the cooking process. In addition, its modern and enclosed design will enlarge the culinary boundary from the kitchen to the living room.

Easy Cleaning

German Pool’s Multi-Purpose Halogen Cooking Pot comes with a powerful self- cleaning function. Thanks to the ability to generate high speed circulating heat, the cooking pot can effortlessly decompose tough stains and grease within minutes.

Product Structure

Unit Body

Product Structure

Control Panel

Product Structure

Operating Instructions

Attention

As a safety measure, when the lid is lifted, the heating element and fans will be switched off. When it is closed, the unit will continue its operation.
If a cookware is to be placed inside the glass container, use something that is made of metal and place it on a rack to ensure that food is evenly cooked. There should be a distance of at least 3 cm between the food and the lid.
Do not touch the glass container while cooking is in progress. Keep children away from the unit to prevent injuries.

Basic Operation

Switching on the Unit:

Power up the appliance. A “dee” sound will be emitted and the digital screen will display the initial time and temperature as , meaning that the machine is in standby mode.

Watch the video clip

Time Adjustment:

Each press on the “+” or “-“ button will increase or decrease the cooking time by 1 minute. Keep pressing the button for a 10-minute adjustment. The maximum work time is 1 hour and 59 minutes.

Temperature Adjustment :

Press the “+” or “-“ button to increase or decrease the cooking temperature. The first press will result in 50°C adjustment and every subsequent press will bring about 10°C adjustment. The adjustable temperature range is 50°C – 250°C.

Start Up :

Choose the cooking mode and set the required time and temperature. Press the “START” button to begin cooking.

Cancel:

Press “CANCEL” button to return to standby mode. (The fan will keep operating until the oven temperature drops below 100°C. The program has to be reset to continue cooking.)

Pause :

Cooking will be paused if the lid is lifted. The time and temperature reading will freeze and will be automatically saved. All buttons (except the “Cancel” button) will be deactivated. The fan and heating elements will stop working until the lid is closed.

Cooking:

After setting the time and temperature, press the “START” button to begin. While cooking is in progress, users can freely adjust the time and temperature, whereas functionality buttons will be deactivated. When cooking is done, the heating element will stop working, but the fan will keep operating until the oven temperature drops below 100°C. Then a “dee” sound will be emitted and the screen display will return to the initial reading.

Cooking Mode Selection:

Select the desired functionality, the default time and temperature will appear on the control panel. The LED indicator adjacent to the functionality button will flash. Press the “START” button to begin cooking, then the LED indicator will stop flashing and light up. When the fan stops operating, the reading on the screen display will return to the initial value and the LED indicator adjacent to the functionality button will extinguish.

Fan Speed Selection:

Press the “SPEED” button to change the fan speed (HI: 2100 R/min; ME: 1600 R/min; LO: 1100 R/ min). The default speed is HI. Fan Speed can be adjusted prior to or during cooking. The fan icon shown on the control panel will rotate at a pace in accordance with the selected fan speed. The icon will cease to rotate when the fan stops working.

Functionality

Button	Default time / temp.	Explanation

Speed

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| Adjustable fan speed: high, medium, low

Rice

| 30min/250°C| 30min/250°C optimal temperature and time for each of the cooking mode have been predetermined to deliver the best cooking result.
(Time and temperature can be further adjusted according to user preference.)

Cake

| 16min/160°C

Steam

| 40min/250°C

Pizza

| 3min/250°C

Toast

| 5min/250°C| Strong heat is applied to food within a short time to deliver a crispy outer layer. This mode is particularly suitable for reheating cooked food.

Clean

| 10min/250°C| Using the heating element and heat circulation system to generate uniform thermal distribution for breaking down tough stains and grease accumulated inside the glass container.

Note: Pour water (or detergent) only when the cooking pot has completely cooled down.

Heat Dry

| 6min/90°C| Use low but rapidly circulating heat to remove extra moisture trapped inside food.

Sterilize

| 13min/130°C| Use the heat emitted from the heating element to sterilise food or cooking utensils.

Turbo

| 40min/200°C| Apply strong heat for 40 minutes.

Pause Function

Before cooking finishes, user can pause operation by simply lifting the lid and resume cooking by closing it.
To stop cooking, press “ CANCEL” and then lift the lid. The Time and temperature settings will be reset.

Lid Lock Protection Button (See P.15)

Pull up to lift the lid (Fig 1). The lid will be locked when it is fully lifted.
To close the lid, keep pressing the “ Lid Lock Protection Button” downwards and simultaneously grasp the lid handle to close it (Fig 2).

Extension Device

Press the Extension Device Button downward to unlock the device and lift the lid to the expanded position (Fig 3).
Place the Extension Ring on top of the glass container to increase the capacity (Fig 4).

Note :
Do not press the Extension Device Button while moving the product.

Incorrect Operation

Please do NOT :

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Touch the lid or glass container with hand during operation.| Overload the power socket.| Pour water into the glass container immediately after operation.

Care & Maintenance

Auto-cleaning function: Fill water up to 1/5 of the glass container. Add some mild detergent and press the “CLEAN” button to remove grease stains accumulated inside the glass container.
Another cleaning approach is to first remove the glass container, and then use a sponge with mild detergent to wipe it clean.
A dishwasher may be used to wash the glass container and the racks. First remove the glass container from its stand prior to washing it in a dishwasher. Never put the lid in a dishwasher.
Unplug the device and let it completely cool down before cleaning or washing.
Avoid knocking, hitting or striking the cooking pot, which may cause invisible cracks on the pot.
Do not immerse the lid in water as it contains delicate electronic components. Wipe and clean it with a soft and dry cloth.
The glass container, base stand and supplied accessories can be cleaned with mild detergent. Cool down the entire pot before cleaning.
When cleaning is finished, wipe the glass container and the lid with a dry cloth.

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Accessories

Supplied Accessories

Low Rack

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High Rack

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Plate Lifter

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For larger food items such as grilled duck, grilled chicken, claypot rice, etc.| Allows food to be placed nearer to the heat source, e.g. Skewers; it can be used simultaneously with low rack for multi-level cooking.| To carry food or plate in and out of the cooking pot.
Ring Extension

| Frying Pan

| Baking Pan

Increase cooking pot capacity by 3 L. Ideal for grilled duck, grilled chicken and multi-level cooking.| For Gyoza dumplings, fish, rice roll and etc.| For baking small items such as nuts, french fries, Chinese herbs, cookies and etc.

Optional Accessory

Casserole Pot With Cover

Suitable for rice, claypit rice,
cakes, noodles, soup and etc

Troubleshooting

If the following problems are encountered, follow the instructions below. If the problem persists, please contact our Customer Services and Repair Centre.

Note : For safety purpose, any unauthorised attempt to dismantle the product is prohibited.

Phenomenon	Solution
Release of smoke during its first operation.

Heat the empty glass container at the highest temperature 250°C for 5 minutes. This will evaporate the protective grease coating.

Failure to operate the appliance.|

Check whether the power cord is properly plugged into both the socket and the main body.
Check whether the lid is closed.
(Note: When the lid is not completely closed, the appliance will not function.)

Cooking pot does not heat up.|

Check whether the appliance is set to operate at a high enough temperature.

Motor fan continues to operate after cooking.|

To cool down the appliance, the fan will keep operating until the temperature falls below 100°C.

The lid or glass container is cracked.|

Order replacement at German Pool’s Customer Services and Repair Centre.

Technical Specifications

Model	CKY-298
Voltage	220-240 V
Frequency	50 Hz
Power	1,000 W
Thermostat	50 – 250 °C
Timer	1 – 119 min
Cooking Pot Dimension (With Base Stand)	(H) 322 mm (W) 277 mm (D) 405 mm
Container Dimensions	(H) 172 mm ( ) 277 mm
Capacity	7 (+3) L
Net Weight	4.34 kg

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 guarantee a 1-year full warranty provided by German Pool (effective from the date of purchase).

This warranty is not valid until customer registration information is received by our Service Centre within 10 days of purchase via one of the following means:
1. Visit our website and register online: www.germanpool.com/warranty
2. Complete all the fields on the attached Warranty Card and mail it back to our Customer Service Centre.

Customer who fails to present original purchase invoice will not be eligible for free warranty service.
Customer should always follow the operating instructions. This warranty does not apply to:
- labour costs for on-site installation, check-up, repair, replacement of parts and other transportation costs;
- damages caused by accidents of any kind (including material transfer and others);
- operating failures resulting from applying incorrect voltage, improper usage, and unauthorized installations or repairs.
This warranty is invalid if:
- the purchase invoice is modified by an unauthorized party;
- the product is used for any commercial or industrial purposes;
- the product is repaired or modified by unauthorized personnel, or unauthorized parts are installed;
- the serial number is modified, damaged or removed from the product.
German Pool will, at its discretion, repair or replace any defective part.
This warranty will be void if there is any transfer of ownership from the original purchaser.

Customer Support

Online Warranty Registration

Hong Kong, China
10/F, Kowloon Godown
1-3 KaiHing Road, Kowloon Bay,
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel : +852 2333 6249
Fax : +852 2356 9798
Email : repairs@germanpool.com
www.germanpool.com