Hisense Free Standing Cooker - Instructions for Use

Appliance description

INFORMATION! Appliance functions and equipment depend on the model.

Diagram Description: A front view of the free-standing cooker is shown with numbered components.

• 1: Cooking hob
• 2: Control unit
• 3: Door switch
• 4: Lighting
• 5: Guides - cooking levels
• 6: Rating plate
• 7: Oven door
• 8: Door handle
• 9: Drawer/flip down
• 10: Plinth
• 11: Adjustable feet

APPLIANCE DRAWER

⚠️ APPLIANCE DRAWER Do not store combustible, explosive, volatile or temperature-sensitive items (such as paper, dish cloths, plastic bags, cleaners or detergents and spray cans) in the oven's storage drawer, as they can ignite during over operation and cause a fire.

WIRE GUIDES

The wire guides allow preparation of the food on four levels (please note that the levels/ guides are counted from the bottom up). Guides 3 and 4 are intended for grilling. Appliance operation is safe with and without tray guides.

TELESCOPIC PULL-OUT GUIDES

Telescopic pull-out guides may be fitted for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th level. Pull-out guides can be partly or fully extendible.

EMBOSSED

The oven has stamped side grooves in four levels for inserting of the grid and baking sheets.

OVEN DOOR SWITCH

The switch deactivates oven heating and the fan when the oven door is opened during the cooking process. When the door is closed, the switch turns the heaters back on.

COOLING FAN

The appliance is fitted with a cooling fan that cools the housing and the appliance control panel. The cooling fan is in operation when the oven is in operation.

EXTENDED OPERATION OF THE COOLING FAN

After the oven is switched off, the cooling fan continues to operate for a short while in order to cool the oven. (Extended cooling fan operation depends on the temperature in the center of the oven.)

⚠️ The appliance and some of the accessible parts tend to heat up during cooking. Use oven mitts.

GRID

There is a safety latch on the grid. Therefore, lift the grid slightly at the front when pulling it out from the oven. The grid or the tray should always be inserted into the groove between the two wire profiles.

Diagram Description: Illustrates inserting a grid or tray into the oven using telescopic guides. First, pull out the guides of one level, place the grid or tray onto them, then push them back in. Close the oven door when the telescopic guides are fully retracted.

As baking accessories heat up, their form may change. This does not affect their functionality and their original form will be restored when they cool down.

PUSH-PULL KNOBS (depending on the model)

Softly press the knob so it lifts from the control panel. Knobs can be pushed back into the control panel only when they are in "zero" position.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Upon receiving the appliance, remove all parts, including any transport equipment, from the oven.
• Clean all accessories and utensils with warm water and regular detergent. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.
• If your hob has a glass ceramic surface, clean it with a damp cloth and some washing-up liquid. Do not use aggressive cleaners, such as abrasive cleaners that could cause scratches, abrasive dishwashing sponges, or stain removers.
• When the oven heats up for the first time, the characteristic smell of a new appliance will be emitted. Ventilate the room thoroughly during the first operation.

GLASS CERAMIC COOKING SURFACE

• The hob is resistant to temperature changes.
• The glass-ceramic plate is very solid but it is not unbreakable. The plate can break when an object falls with its edge on the plate. Such damage comes out immediately or after a while. Disconnect the damaged hotplate from the main immediately and do not use it.
• Using the glass ceramic hob as a storage area may result in scratches or other damage to it.
• Hob surface is completely flat and smooth, without edges to accumulate dirt.
• Make sure the cooking zone and the cookware bottom is clean and dry. This will allow better conduction of heat and prevent any damage to the heating surface. Do not place empty cookware on the cooking zone.

INDUCTION COOKING ZONE OPERATING PRINCIPLE

Diagram Description: Shows a cross-section of an induction cooking zone with labels: 1. magnetic field, 2. induction coils.

• The cooking hob is fitted with highly efficient induction cooking zones. The heat is generated directly in the bottom of the pan where it is needed the most.
• This avoids any losses through the glass ceramic surface. Power consumption is considerably lower than in conventional cooking zones with radiation heaters.
• The glass ceramic cooking zone is not heated directly, but only indirectly with the heat radiated back by the pan. After the cooking zone is switched off, this heat is indicated as "residual heat".
• In induction cooking zones, heating is made possible by the induction coil installed under the glass ceramic surface. The coil induces a magnetic field which generates eddy currents in the bottom of a ferromagnetic pan (i.e. a pan that a magnet will adhere to), which in turn heats the pan.

⚠️ If sugar or food with high sugar content is spilled over a hot class ceramic hob, immediately wipe the hob or remove the sugar with a scraper, even if the cooking zone is still hot. This will prevent any damage to the class ceramic surface. Do not use detergents and other cleaners to clean a hot glass ceramic hob as this could damage the surface.

INDUCTION COOKWARE

POWER REGULATION

Cooking zone heat power can be set to ten different levels. The table lists some examples of use for each level.

OPERATING THE COOKING HOB

Changing the cooking zone settings

Power level can be changed at any time by selected the desired cooking zone (E) and adjusting the setting by touching the corresponding key (C) or (D).

To increase or decrease the power level faster, touch and hold the key (C) or (D).

POWER ZONE WITH THE POWERBOOST OPTION

Select any cooking zone. Touch the key (C). A short acoustic signal will be emitted and "9" will appear on the display unit. Touch the key (D) and P will appear on the display unit. The cooking zone will operate at maximum power for 10 minutes; then, an acoustic signal will be emitted and the power level will switch to "9".

Deactivating the power boost: Power can be decreased to desired level by pressing the key (C).

The cooking zone with the power boost function activated is highly powerful.

CHILD LOCK

Child lock may be activated on the hob to prevent the appliance from being switched on easily and quickly and to prevent any changes during operation.

TIMER ACTIVATION

First, select the cooking zone (E). Then, use the keys (C) and (D) to set the power level. The program timer will not operate if the power level is set to "0". Touch the cooking zone selection key (E) again. An acoustic signal will be emitted, and a decimal point will appear on the cooking zone display unit (G). Remaining time will appear on the opposite cooking zone display.

• Touch the keys (C) and (D) to set the time from 1 to 99 minutes.
• When the desired value is set, the countdown begins. If you touch the keys (C) and (D) simultaneously, the time will be reset to "0" or it will be switched off. If you touch and hold the key (C) or (D), the rate at which the setting changes will increase.
• After a few seconds, timer display will switch off and a decimal point will be lit next to the power display.
• After the set time has expired, acoustic signal will be activated and the cooking zone will be switched off. Switch of the alarm by touching any key; alternatively, it will switch off automatically after 2 minutes.

Changing the cooking time

• Remaining cooking time can be changed at any time during cooking.
• Press the key for the desired cooking zone twice.
• Touch the key (C) or (D) to set a new desired cooking time.

Displaying the remaining cooking time

If several timer settings are activated, remaining cooking time can be displayed by touching the key(E) twice.

SWITCHING OFF A COOKING ZONE

To switch off a cooking zone (E), use the relevant key (C) to set the power level to "0". To quickly switch off the cooking zone, touch the relevant keys (C) and (D) simultaneously. You will hear a short beep, and "0" will be displayed on the display unit.

If the power of all cooking zones is set to "0", the cooking hob will switch off automatically after a few seconds.

RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATOR

The glass ceramic hob is also fitted with a residual heat display, "H". The glass ceramic cooking zone is not heated directly, but only indirectly by the heat radiated back by the pan. As long as the symbol "H" is lit up after the hob has been switched off, there is residual heat in the cooking zone, which can be used to keep the food warm or for defrosting. When the sign "H" disappears, the cooking zone may still be hot. Be careful as there is danger of burns!

SWITCHING OFF THE ENTIRE COOKING HOB

Touch the on/off key (A) and hold it for 1 second to switch off the hob. An acoustic signal will be emitted and all cooking zones will be switched off.

AUTOMATIC SWITCH OFF

If the keys are activated for too long during cooking (e.g. due to spilt liquid or an object placed over the sensor keys), the cooking hob will be switched off after 10 seconds. "[--- symbol]" will flash on all displays and an acoustic signal will be emitted. The acoustic signal will stop when you remove the object or wipe the spilt liquid.

SETTING THE MAXIMUM TOTAL APPLIANCE POWER

Maximum cooking hob power is limited to 7200 W. This setting can be decreased to 2800 W, 3500 W or 6000 W. The setting can be made within 30 seconds after connecting the cooking hob to the power mains. First, unlock the appliance. Press the cooking zone selector keys 2 and 4 simultaneously. An acoustic signal will be emitted, and the actual maximum power level will be displayed on the displays for the cooking zones (G1) and (G2). Set the new maximum power level using the keys (C) and (D).

Store the new setting by pressing the 2 and 4 keys simultaneously again.

If a lower maximum total power is set, then it is not possible to set a high power level on all cooking zones simultaneously. An acoustic signal and "[r symbol]" on the selected cooking zone display will indicate that the total power level has been limited.

Activating the bridged cooking zone

• Switch on the cooking hob by pressing the on/off sensor (A).
• Simultaneously touch the two sensors and hold them for 3 seconds (E). The sign will appear on the display unit for the rear field to indicate that the two cooking zones are bridged.
• Set the desired cooking power for the bridged cooking zone.
• To change the bridged zone's cooking power later on, use the key (C) or (D) for the lower cooking zone.
• Note: The bridged zone does not allow the power boost setting P. Maximum available power level is "9".

Deactivating the bridged cooking zone

• Reduce the power of the bridged zone to "0". The bridged zone symbol will disappear and heating will be switched off.
• Both cooking zones will operate independently.

NOISE AND SOUNDS DURING INDUCTION COOKING

⚠️ In case of an operation failure or if the fault / error indication does not disappear, disconnect the cooking hob from the power mains for a few minutes (undo the fuse or turn of the main switch); then, reconnect it to the power mains and turn on the main switch key. If the problems persist, call a service technician.

Set the current time

When you connect the appliance to the mains electricity for the first time, the display lights up. After three seconds the clock symbol and "12:00" will flash on the display. You can set the time values by pressing back [] or forward [] icons. After 10 sec. display automatically confirm the settings, appliances is ready to use.

The current time can be set:

• when the appliance is connected to the mains for the first time,
• in standby, when you press the time button twice,
• after power fallout.

Setting a preparation time

Select an oven function using the "oven function knob" and set the temperature. Press the "timer button" to select the "preparation time" function. The pictogram for the "preparation time" lights up on the display. Press the less [] or more [] button to set the preparation time. The settings are automatically confirmed after 10 seconds. The settings can also be confirmed by pressing the "timer button". The elapsed preparation time will be displayed.

After turning on the oven using the "oven function switch", the electronic timer automatically (after 3 seconds) offers the option of setting the duration of baking. The display flashes and the "preparation time" [] symbol is lit up. If duration is not set within 5 seconds, the timer switches into standby and duration of baking is not under time control. The current time is displayed.

After the set baking duration expires, a sound signal is heard and the oven is switched off. The oven can be turned off with the "oven function switch". To stop the sound signal, press any button on the timer.

If the oven is not turned off and the sound signal is stopped by pressing any button, the oven restarts and the baking continues.

Setting a preparation time and end time

Select an oven function using the "oven function knob" and set the temperature. Press the "timer button" to select the "preparation time" function. The pictogram for the "preparation time" [] lights up on the display. Press the less [] or more [] button to set the preparation time. Press the "timer button" to save the set time. Press the "timer button" again twice. The pictogram for the "end time" [] lights up on the display. Press the less [] or more [] button to set. The settings are automatically confirmed after 10 seconds. The settings can also be confirmed by pressing the "timer button" [].

The oven starts operating before the planned "end time" depending on the desired "preparation time" []. When the oven achieves the set "end time" [], the oven is switched off.

Example: The set "duration of baking" is 30 minutes. The end time is at 12:00. The oven starts operating at 11:30 and the remaining time is displayed on the screen. At 12:00 the oven automatically switches off.

After the set baking duration expires, a sound signal is heard and the oven is switched off. The oven can be turned off with the "oven mode selection switch". To stop the sound signal, press any button on the timer.

INFORMATION! Setting a preparation time and end time cannot be set for the grill and grill with fan systems.

"TIMER ALARM" function

The "timer alarm" function can be used independently of the oven. The highest possible setting is 23 hours and 59 minutes. The last minute of the run time is displayed in seconds. After the set baking duration expires, a sound signal is heard. To stop the sound signal, press any key on the programme clock. The programme clock switches into the standby mode and the display shows the current time.

You can cancel all timer functions by setting the time to "0". If the appliance has been inactive for a few minutes, it will switch to standby. The current time appears and the selected timer function will light up.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

OVEN (depending on the model)

BAKING WITH STEAM

With these systems, you can cook with the addition of steam. Steam results in better browning and more crunchiness of the surface.

Diagram Description: Shows placing a baking sheet with 2 dl of water into the oven.

Place a baking sheet into the first guide when the oven is still cool. Pour a maximum of 2 dl of water onto the baking sheet. Place the food to be cooked on the second rack and start the system.

Do not insert the deep baking tray into the first guide, insert it one level higher.

For optimum operation of the function, do not open the oven door and do not add water during the cooking process.

Roasting with the meat probe (depending on the model)

When roasting with the meat probe, set the desired core temperature for your dish.

Diagram Description: Shows undoing a metal cap from a socket in the oven cavity and inserting the meat probe plug into the socket and then into the food.

Undo the metal cap from the socket in the upper corner of the left oven cavity wall. Insert the meat probe plug into the socket and stick the probe into the food.

When the meat probe is connected, select the desired cooking program and temperature. "Prob" will appear on the display for 3 seconds. Then, the icon (meat probe) will appear on the display and it will remain there for as long as the probe is connected. All other active functions will be cancelled or deleted.

Default temperature of 80°C will flash on the display. It can be changed as necessary with the [] and [] keys in the range from 30°C to 99°C.

When the desired temperature is set, the program starts in 10 seconds. During program operation, the set temperature and the current temperature will flash alternately on the display. Temperature scale will be indicated on the left hand side.

Diagram Description: Shows display states: a start, b middle, c end.

When the set food core temperature is reached, the oven will stop the cooking process. An acoustic signal will be emitted and "End" will appear on the display unit. Roasting program with meat probe is complete.

After the end of the cooking process, turn off the oven and redo the metal cap. To adjust the meat probe temperature during operation, turn off the oven and repeat the process.

⚠️ Only use the probe intended for use with your oven. Make sure the probe does not touch the heater during cooking. After the cooking process, the probe will be very hot. Take care to prevent burning.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

⚠️ Be sure to unplug the appliance from the power supply and wait for the appliance to cool down. Children should not clean the appliance or perform maintenance tasks without proper supervision.

REPLACING THE BULB

The bulb is a consumable and therefore not covered by warranty. Before changing the bulb, remove the trays, the grid, and the guides.

⚠️ Disconnect the appliance from the power mains!

Undo the bulb cover and pull out or undo the bulb. Halogen lamp: G9, 230 V, 25 W. (regular bulb E14, 230 V, 25 W depending on the model)

⚠️ Use protection to avoid burns.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

During the warranty period, only a service center authorized by the manufacturer may carry out any repairs. Before making any repairs, make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power mains either by removing the fuse or by disconnecting the power plug from the wall outlet. Unauthorized tampering with and repairs of the kitchen range (cooking hob) can result in electric shock or short circuit; hence, do not attempt to perform any repairs by yourselves. Leave such tasks to an expert or an authorized service unit.

In case of minor faults or problems with the appliance operation, check the following instructions to see whether you can eliminate the causes by yourselves. Following is some advice on rectifying some common problems.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS

DISPOSAL

Symbol Description: A crossed-out waste bin symbol indicates that the product should not be treated as normal household waste.

Packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be recycled, disposed of, or destroyed without any hazard to the environment. To this end, packaging materials are labelled appropriately.

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as normal household waste. The product should be taken to an authorized collection center for waste electric and electronic equipment processing.

Correct disposal of the product will help prevent any negative effects on the environment and health of people which could occur in case of incorrect product removal. For detailed information on removal and processing of the product, please contact the relevant municipal body in charge of waste management, your waste disposal service, or the store where you bought the product.

We reserve the right to any changes and errors in the instructions for use.

COOKING TEST

Tested in compliance with the EN 60350-1 standard.