Siemens Hob Instruction Manual

Intended Use

This appliance is intended for private domestic use and the household environment only. It must only be used for the preparation of food and beverages. The cooking process must be supervised. A short cooking process must be supervised without interruption. Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces.

This appliance is intended for use up to a maximum height of 2000 metres above sea level.

This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years old and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or by persons with a lack of experience or knowledge if they are supervised or are instructed by a person responsible for their safety how to use the appliance safely and have understood the associated hazards.

Children must not play with, on, or around the appliance. Children must not clean the appliance or carry out general maintenance unless they are at least 15 years old and are being supervised.

Keep children below the age of 8 years old at a safe distance from the appliance and power cable.

Important Safety Information

[Warning Icon] Risk of Fire! Hot oil and fat can ignite very quickly. Never leave hot fat or oil unattended. Never use water to put out burning oil or fat. Switch off the hotplate. Extinguish flames carefully using a lid, fire blanket or something similar.

The hotplates become very hot. Never place combustible items on the hob. Never place objects on the hob.

The appliance gets hot. Do not keep combustible objects or aerosol cans in drawers directly underneath the hob.

If the hob switches off automatically and can no longer be operated, it may switch on unintentionally at a later point. Switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the after-sales service.

[Checkbox Icon] Do not use hob covers here. They can cause accidents, for example due to overheating, catching fire or materials shattering.

[Warning Icon] Risk of Burns! The hotplates and surrounding area (particularly the hob surround, if fitted) become very hot. Never touch the hot surfaces. Keep children at a safe distance.

If the hotplate heats up but the display does not work, switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the after-sales service.

It is only allowed to use safety devices, e.g. child protection grilles, which have been approved by ourselves. Unsuitable safety devices or child protection grilles may result in accidents.

[Warning Icon] Risk of Electric Shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out and damaged power cables replaced by trained after-sales technicians. If the appliance is defective, unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the after-sales service.

[Checkbox Icon] Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners, which can result in an electric shock.

Causes of Damage

A defective appliance may cause electric shock. Never switch on a defective appliance. Unplug the appliance from the mains or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the after-sales service.

Cracks or fractures in the glass ceramic may cause electric shocks. Switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the after-sales service.

[Warning Icon] Risk of Injury! Saucepans may suddenly jump due to liquid between the pan base and the hotplate. Always keep the hotplate and saucepan bases dry.

Caution!

• Rough pot and pan bases scratch the ceramic. Avoid boiling pots dry. This may cause damage.
• Never place hot pots or pans on the control panel, the display area or the surround. This may cause damage.
• Damage can occur if hard or pointed objects fall on the hob.
• Aluminium foil and plastic containers melt on hot hotplates. Oven protective foil is not suitable for your hob.

Overview of Damage

Environmental Protection

Energy-saving tips

• Always place suitable lids on saucepans. When cooking without a lid, considerably more energy is required. A glass lid means that you can see inside without having to lift the lid.
• Use pots and pans with even bases. Uneven bases increase energy consumption.
• The diameter of pot and pan bases should be the same size as the hotplate. In particular, small saucepans on the hotplate cause energy losses. Please note: cookware manufacturers often indicate the upper diameter of the saucepan. This is usually bigger than the diameter of the base of the pan.
• Use a small saucepan for small quantities. A larger, less full saucepan requires a lot of energy.
• Cook with only a little water. This will save energy. Vitamins and minerals in vegetables are preserved.
• Always cover as large an area of the hotplate as possible with your saucepan.
• Switch to a lower heat setting in good time. Select a suitable ongoing cooking setting. You will waste energy by using an ongoing cooking setting which is too high.
• Use the residual heat of the hob. For longer cooking times, you can switch the hotplate off 5-10 minutes before the end of the cooking time.

Environmentally-friendly disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

Getting to Know Your Appliance

The instruction manual is the same for various different hobs. You can find the hob dimensions in the overview of models. [See Page] 2

The Control Panel

The control panel features displays for heat settings, residual heat, PowerBoost function, and timer. Controls include the primary switch, child safety lock, wipe protection, hotplate selection, activating extended cooking zones, automatic zone control, timer, and PowerBoost function.

Note: Always keep the controls dry. Moisture reduces their effectiveness. Do not pull pans close to the displays and sensors, as the electronics could overheat.

The Hotplates

The hob has single-circuit and dual-circuit hotplates. Dual-circuit hotplates can be activated by selecting the hotplate and touching the [PowerBoost Button]. The previously set size is automatically selected when switching on the hotplate.

Notes:

• Dark areas in the glow pattern of the hotplate are due to technical reasons and do not affect function.
• Hotplate temperature is regulated by heat switching on and off, even at the highest setting, to protect components and ensure good cooking results.
• With multi-circuit hotplates, heater elements may switch on and off at different times.

Operating the Appliance

This section explains how to set the hotplates, including heat settings and cooking times.

Switching the Hob On and Off

Touch the [Power Button] to switch the hob on. A signal sounds, and indicators light up. Touch the [Power Button] again until all displays go out to switch the hob off. The residual heat indicator remains lit until the hotplates have cooled sufficiently.

Notes: The hob switches off automatically after a period of inactivity. Settings are stored for 4 seconds after switching off.

Setting a Hotplate

Set the desired heat setting (1=lowest, 9=highest) on the control panel. Each setting has an intermediate setting indicated by a dot.

Setting the Heat Setting:

1. Touch the [Hotplate Select Button] to select the hotplate. The display lights up.
2. Select the required heat setting on the control panel.

Changing the Heat Setting: Select the hotplate and set the desired heat setting.

Switching Off the Hotplate: Select the hotplate, touch the [Hotplate Select Button], and set the control panel to [0 Setting]. The residual heat indicator appears after about 10 seconds.

Combination Cooking Zones

The hob supports single-circuit, dual-circuit, and bridge heating elements. These can be operated independently or combined. For example, a small extended cooking zone (1+3) or a large extended cooking zone (1+3+2) can be activated.

Note: Suitable cookware can be purchased from the after-sales service or e-Shop.

Residual Heat Indicator

The hob has a two-stage residual heat indicator for each hotplate. [H] indicates the hob is still hot, suitable for keeping food warm or melting chocolate. As it cools, the display changes to [h]. The display remains lit until the hotplate has cooled sufficiently.

Table of Cooking Times

This section provides examples of cooking times and heat settings for various dishes, including melting, heating, defrosting, poaching, simmering, boiling, steaming, and braising. It also includes guidance for frying, stir-frying, and deep-fat frying.

Note: Cooking times and settings may vary based on food type, weight, and quality. Tips for energy-saving cooking can be found in the Environmental Protection section [See Page] 4.

(The detailed tables from the original document are summarized here to maintain conciseness, as per guidelines for large tables.)

PowerBoost Function

PowerBoost allows for faster heating of large volumes of water, exceeding the standard heat setting 9. It is available on specific hotplates marked with the boost symbol. For dual-circuit hotplates, the second filament circuit must be activated.

Switching on PowerBoost:

1. Select the hotplate and set the heat setting to 9.
2. Touch the [PowerBoost Button]. The display lights up.

Switching off PowerBoost:

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Select any ongoing cooking setting. The [PowerBoost Button] display goes out.

Notes: PowerBoost switches off automatically after a certain period. Be aware that oil and fat heat up quickly with PowerBoost; never leave the hob unattended.

Childproof Lock

The childproof lock prevents children from switching on the hob.

Switching the Childproof Lock On and Off:

The hob must be switched off. Touch the [Child Lock Button] for approximately 4 seconds. The indicator light above the symbol illuminates for 10 seconds. To switch off, repeat the process.

Automatic Childproof Lock:

This function automatically activates the childproof lock every time the hob is switched off. Details on switching this feature on/off can be found in the Basic Settings section [See Page] 10.

Time-Setting Options

Two time-setting options are available: Automatic Hotplate Switch-Off and Kitchen Timer.

Automatic Hotplate Switch-Off:

Enter a cooking time for a hotplate. The hotplate switches off automatically when the time elapses.

Setting the Cooking Time:

1. Set the heat setting.
2. Touch the [Timer Button]. The [Timer Display] lights up.
3. Touch the desired preset or slide your finger along the control panel to set the cooking time (up to 99 minutes).

When the cooking time elapses, the hotplate switches off, a signal sounds, and the display shows '00'. Touch the [Timer Button] to clear.

Kitchen Timer:

A timer can be set for up to 99 minutes, independent of other settings. Touch the [Timer Button] (twice within 10 seconds if a hotplate is selected, or once if no hotplate is selected) to activate. Set the desired time on the control panel. An audible beep signals the end of the time.

Automatic Safety Cut-Out

If a hotplate is left on for an extended period without setting changes, the automatic time limit activates, stopping the heating. The display shows an error code and the residual heat indicator flashes alternately. Touching any control clears the display, allowing new settings.

Wipe Protection

This function locks the control panel for 30 seconds, allowing you to wipe it clean without changing settings. Touch the [Child Lock Button] to activate. The primary switch is not affected.

Energy Consumption Indicator

This function displays the total energy consumed between switching the hob on and off in kilowatt hours (kWh) for 10 seconds after the hob is switched off. Activation details are in the Basic Settings section [See Page] 10.

Basic Settings

Your appliance has various basic settings that can be adjusted to your needs, including automatic child safety lock, beep signals, energy consumption display, automatic timer, timer end signal duration, heating element activation, selected time for hotplate, and resetting basic settings.

Changing the Basic Settings:

The hob must be switched off. Switch on the hob, then touch the [Settings Button] for 4 seconds within 10 seconds. Adjust settings using the control panel and confirm by touching the [Settings Button] again for 4 seconds.

Cleaning

Ceramic

Clean the hob after each use to prevent spills from burning. Only clean when cooled down. Use only cleaning agents suitable for glass ceramic. Follow packaging instructions.

Never use: Undiluted washing-up liquid, detergent intended for dishwashers, scouring agents, harsh cleaning agents (oven spray, stain remover), abrasive sponges, high-pressure cleaners, or steam jet cleaners.

Ground-in dirt can be removed with a glass scraper. Special sponges can also achieve great cleaning results.

Hob Surround

To prevent damage to the hob surround:

• Use only hot soapy water.
• Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
• Do not use sharp or abrasive agents.
• Do not use the glass scraper.

Troubleshooting

This section lists common faults and their solutions. Faults may relate to power supply, wet controls, overheating protection, or demo mode.

Error Messages: If an error message with 'E' appears (e.g., E0111), switch the appliance off and on again. If the error persists, contact after-sales service and quote the exact error message.

Customer Service

For repairs or product advice, contact Siemens after-sales service. Please quote the E-number (product number) and FD number (production number) found on the appliance certificate.

Contact Information:

• UK: 0344 892 8999
• Ireland: 01450 2655

Service is provided by trained technicians using original spare parts.

Test Dishes

This section provides a guide for test institutes, detailing cooking times and settings for various dishes using specific cookware. It includes recipes for melting chocolate, heating lentil stew, simmering Béchamel sauce, cooking rice pudding, and cooking rice, as well as frying pork loin chops, pancakes, and deep-fat frying frozen chips.

(The detailed tables from the original document are summarized here to maintain conciseness, as per guidelines for large tables.)