Caple C8800i Induction Hob Instruction Manual

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Caple induction hob. This manual provides comprehensive instructions for correct installation and operation. Please read all safety instructions carefully before use and keep this manual for future reference.

Safety Instructions

Your safety is paramount. Please read the following safety information before using your hob.

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before any work or maintenance.
• Connection to a good earth wiring system is mandatory.
• Alterations to the domestic wiring system must only be made by a qualified electrician.
• Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously injure the user.

Cut Hazard

• Take care, panel edges are sharp. Failure to do so may result in injury or cuts.

Important Safety Instructions

• Read these instructions carefully before installing or using this appliance.
• No combustible materials or products should be placed on this appliance at any time.
• Please make this information available to the person responsible for installing the appliance.
• This appliance must be installed according to these instructions by a suitably qualified person.
• This appliance should be connected to a circuit with an isolating switch providing full disconnection from the power supply.
• Failure to install correctly could invalidate warranty or liability claims.

Operation and Maintenance Warnings

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Do not cook on a broken or cracked hob. If the hob surface breaks or cracks, switch off the appliance immediately at the main power supply [wall switch] and contact a qualified technician.
• Switch the hob off at the wall before cleaning or maintenance. Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously injure the user.

Health Hazard

• This appliance complies with electromagnetic safety standards.
• Persons with cardiac pacemakers or other electrical implants must consult their doctor before using this appliance to ensure their implants will not be affected by the electromagnetic field. Failure to follow this advice could be fatal or seriously injure the user.

Hot Surface Hazard

• During use, accessible parts of this appliance become hot enough to cause burns.
• Do not let your body, clothing, or any item other than suitable cookware contact the induction glass until the surface is cool.
• Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons, and lids should not be placed on the hob surface.
• Keep children away from the appliance.
• Handles of saucepans may be hot. Check saucepan handles do not overhang other cooking zones that are on. Keep handles out of reach of children. Failure to follow this advice could result in burns and scalds.

• Never leave the appliance unattended when in use as pans may boil over, potentially causing smoking or grease spills that may ignite.
• Never use your appliance as a work or storage surface.
• Never leave any objects or utensils on the appliance.
• Do not place or leave any magnetic objects [e.g., credit cards, memory cards] or electronic devices [e.g., computers, mobile phones, MP3 players] near the appliance, as they may be affected by its electromagnetic field.
• Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.
• After use, always turn off the cooking zones and the hob using the touch controls. Do not rely solely on the pan detection feature to turn off the cooking zones when pans are removed.
• Do not allow children to play, sit, stand, or climb on the appliance.
• Do not store children's toys in cabinets above the appliance to avoid the risk of children climbing on the hob, which could result in serious injury.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the kitchen when the hob is in use.
• Persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, must be supervised and given appropriate instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance and its hazards.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specific instructions are detailed in this manual. All other servicing should be done by a qualified technician.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the hob.
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on your hob.
• Do not stand on your hob.
• Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across the surface, as this can scratch the glass.
• Do not use scourers or any other harsh abrasive cleaning agents to clean your hob, as these can scratch the glass.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Caple service or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is intended for household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas, farmhouses, hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast environments.

Warnings

• The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements.
• Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning safe use and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water; instead, switch off the appliance and cover the flame with a lid or fire blanket.
• Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
• If the glass/ceramic surface is cracked, it can expose live parts. Switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• Do not steam clean.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Hob surfaces that are glass-ceramic or similar protect live parts.
• The cooking process has to be supervised. A short-term cooking process has to be supervised continuously.
• Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover the flame, e.g., 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.
• Use only hob guards designed by the manufacturer or indicated in the instructions for use as suitable, or hob guards incorporated in the appliance. The use of inappropriate guards can cause accidents.

Product Description

Top View

The induction hob features multiple cooking zones:

• Zone 1: Max. 2200/3300W
• Zone 2: Max. 2200/3300W
• Zone 3: Bridge Zone, 3300/3700W
• Zone 4: Max. 2200/3700W
• Zone 5: Max. 1800/2800W
• Zone 6: Max. 1500/2400W

The hob has a glass plate and a control panel.

Control Panel

The control panel includes:

• ON/OFF control
• Pause / Keylock control
• Power slider touch control
• Timer control
• Boost control
• Bridge Control for the left side of the hob

Induction Cooking

Induction cooking is a safe, advanced, efficient, and economical technology. It uses electromagnetic vibrations to generate heat directly in the pan. The glass surface becomes hot only because the pan eventually warms it up.

Diagram: A pan is shown on a cooking zone. Underneath the pan is a magnetic circuit, then the ceramic glass plate, and finally the induction coil with induced currents.

Before Using Your New Induction Hob

• Read this guide, taking special note of the 'Safety Warnings' section.
• Remove any protective film that may still be on your Induction hob.

Using the Touch Controls

• The controls respond to touch; you don't need to apply any pressure.
• Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
• You will hear a beep each time a touch is registered.
• Make sure the controls are always clean, dry, and that there is no object [e.g., a utensil or a cloth] covering them. Even a thin film of water may make the controls difficult to operate.

Choosing the Right Cookware

• Only use cookware with a base suitable for induction cooking. Look for the induction symbol on the packaging or on the bottom of the pan.
• Magnet Test: Move a magnet towards the base of the pan. If it is attracted, the pan is suitable for induction.
• Alternative Test: Put some water in the pan. If the display does not flash and the water heats up, the pan is suitable.
• Cookware made from pure stainless steel, aluminum, or copper without a magnetic base, glass, wood, porcelain, ceramic, and earthenware is not suitable.
• Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base.

Diagrams: Examples of good and bad pan placement are shown. Good placement involves centering the pan on the cooking zone. Bad placement includes pans with jagged edges or curved bases.

Make sure the base of your pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass, and is the same size as the cooking zone. Use pans with a diameter as large as the graphic of the zone selected for best efficiency. Using a pan slightly wider will mean energy is used at its maximum efficiency. A pan less than the minimum dimensions detailed below could be undetected by the hob.

Always lift pans off the induction hob – do not slide them, or they may scratch the glass.

Pan Dimensions

For further information on selecting the correct pan for your induction hob, scan the QR code to view the 'Induction Hob Cookware' download at www.caple.co.uk/downloads.

Using Your Induction Hob

To Start Cooking

1. Touch the ON/OFF control. The hob beeps once, and heating zone selection controls show '--', indicating standby mode.
2. Place a suitable pan on the desired cooking zone. Ensure the bottom of the pan and the cooking zone surface are clean and dry.
3. Each heating zone has an independent slider and boost control for power levels.
4. Adjust the heat setting by touching the slider control. If no heat setting is chosen within 1 minute, the hob will automatically switch off. You will need to start again. You can modify the heat setting at any time during cooking.

If the display flashes 'H' alternately with the heat setting, this means:

• You have not placed a pan on the correct cooking zone.
• The pan is not suitable for induction cooking.
• The pan is too small or not properly centered on the cooking zone.

No heating occurs unless a suitable pan is on the cooking zone. The display will automatically turn off after 2 minutes if no suitable pan is placed on it.

When You Have Finished Cooking

• Touch the heating zone selection control for the zone you wish to switch off.
• Turn the cooking zone off by sliding to the left on the slider control until the display shows "0".
• Turn the hob off completely by touching the ON/OFF control.

Warning: 'H' will show which cooking zone is hot to touch. It disappears when the surface has cooled down. This can also be used as an energy-saving function if you want to heat further pans using the residual heat.

Pause Function

• When the cooking zones are running, touch the Pause control. All displays will show '--' and stop heating. During this mode, only the ON/OFF and Pause controls can be operated.
• Touch the Pause control again to resume heating. The displays will show the original settings, and the cooking zones will continue heating.

Bridge Function

• The Bridge function allows you to join two independent zones [front and rear] on the left side of the hob to create a single large cooking zone.
• The Boost button, slider control, and other function buttons for both front and rear burners can operate the bridge zone.

Important

• Ensure the cookware is centered on a single cooking zone. If using oval, rectangular, or elongated pans, ensure the pan is centered covering more than 3/4 of the heating zone. Placing a round pan in the middle is not recommended.

Diagrams: Examples of good pan placement and bad pan placement are shown.

Activate the Bridge Function

• To activate the Bridge zone as a single large zone, press the Bridge zone button. The button will illuminate.
• If the pot is moved between the front and rear heating zones, the bridge zone automatically detects the new position, maintaining the same power.
• To add another pot, press the Bridge zone button again to detect the cookware.

Cancel the Bridge Function

• To cancel the bridge function, press the Bridge zone button. The button will no longer illuminate. The cooking zones can now be used as two separate zones with different power settings.

Note: If either the front or rear burner is not covered by cookware, the bridge function will automatically cancel after 8 seconds. If the Bridge function is active and the cooking level is set to 0, the bridge function will automatically cancel after 3 seconds.

Child Safety Lock

• You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use.
• When locked, all controls except ON/OFF are disabled. In an emergency, you can always turn the hob off using the ON/OFF button.

To Lock the Controls

• Press and hold the Pause/Lock button for 3 seconds. The timer indicator displays "Lo" and the time flashes alternately.

To Unlock the Controls

• Make sure the induction hob is turned on. Press and hold the Pause/Lock button for 3 seconds.

Warning: When the hob is in lock mode, all controls are disabled except the ON/OFF button. You can turn the hob off in an emergency using the ON/OFF control, but you must unlock it first for subsequent operations.

Over-Temperature Protection

A temperature sensor monitors the temperature inside the induction hob. If an excessive temperature is detected, the hob will stop operation automatically.

Detection of Small Articles

When an unsuitable size or non-magnetic pan [e.g., aluminum], or a small item [e.g., knife, fork, key] is left on the hob, the hob will automatically switch to standby after 1 minute. The fan will continue cooling the induction hob for a further 1 minute.

Auto Shutdown Protection

Auto shutdown is a safety feature that automatically turns off the hob if you forget to turn it off. The default working times for various power levels are shown in the table below:

Warning: People with a heart pacemaker should consult their doctor before using this unit.

When a pan is removed, the induction hob stops heating immediately and automatically switches off after 2 minutes.

Timer Control

The timer can be used to turn one or more cooking zones off after a set time. The maximum timer setting is 99 minutes.

Setting the Timer to Turn One Cooking Zone Off

• Touch the heating zone slider control for the desired zone.
• Set the time by touching the "-" or "+" controls. Touching once adjusts by 1 minute; touching and holding adjusts by 10 minutes. If the time exceeds 99 minutes, it resets to 00.

Note: When setting the time, the focus indicator on the time display will be active. Once set, the timer begins counting down, showing the remaining time and a flashing timer indicator.

When the cooking timer expires, the corresponding zone will switch off automatically. Other cooking zones will continue operating if they were previously turned on.

Setting the Timer for More Zones

When setting timers for multiple zones simultaneously, the clock indicator for each relevant zone will remain on. The clock indicator for the zone with the shortest timing will flash, and its remaining time will be displayed.

Diagrams: Illustrate setting timers for single and multiple zones.

Boost Function

• Activate the Boost function: Press the heating zone control, then press the Boost control. The display should show 'B'.
• Cancel the Boost function: Press the heating zone control, then press the Boost control. The display should show "0".

Power Limitation Function

This function allows you to set a maximum power draw level for the hob, useful for lower amperage electrical supplies. For example, with a 16A supply, you can restrict the hob to 3.5kW.

To Enter the Power Limitation Function

1. Press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The hob beeps, and displays show "--", indicating standby mode.
2. Within 15 seconds, press and hold the Pause/Lock button for 3 seconds. The Child Lock activates. "Lo" and "--" will display alternately.
3. Press and hold the Boost control for the lower-left cooking zone. The display for this zone will show "c".
4. Press the Boost control for the lower-left cooking zone again. The display will show "c3" indicating Power Limitation Mode. The corresponding power limit appears on the timer control display.
5. To change the power limit, press the Boost control for the lower-left cooking zone. Each press cycles through levels: "25" (2.5kW), "35" (3.5kW), "45" (4.5kW), "55" (5.5kW), "65" (6.5kW), "74" (7.4kW).
6. Once a power level is selected, press and hold the PAUSE/LOCK control to confirm. The hob returns to standby mode with the new maximum power level.

Note: The hob is set to the highest power level ‘74′ by default. If there is a power cut, the hob will remember the set Power Limitation level.

Cooking Guidelines

General Frying

• Take care when frying, as oil and fat heat up quickly, especially with the Boost function. At high temperatures, oil and fat can ignite spontaneously, posing a fire risk.
• When food reaches boiling point, reduce the temperature setting.
• Using a lid reduces cooking times and saves energy by retaining heat.
• Minimize liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
• Start cooking on a high setting and reduce it once the food has heated through.

Simmering

Simmering occurs below boiling point (around 85°C), with occasional bubbles rising to the surface. It's ideal for soups, tender stews, egg-based, and flour-thickened sauces. Some tasks, like cooking rice by absorption, may require a higher setting than the lowest to ensure proper cooking within the recommended time.

Searing Steak

1. Allow steak to reach room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat a heavy-based frying pan.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Add a small amount of oil to the hot pan and place the steak in it.
4. Turn the steak only once during cooking. Cooking time varies from 2-8 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. Press the steak to gauge doneness.
5. Let the steak rest on a warm plate for a few minutes before serving to allow it to relax and become tender.

Stir-Frying

1. Choose an induction-compatible flat-based wok or large frying pan.
2. Have all ingredients and equipment ready. Stir-frying should be quick; cook large quantities in smaller batches.
3. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil.
4. Cook meat first, set aside, and keep warm.
5. Stir-fry vegetables until hot but still crisp. Reduce the cooking zone setting, return the meat to the pan, and add sauce.
6. Stir ingredients gently to heat through.
7. Serve immediately.

Detection of Small Articles: If an unsuitable pan or small item [e.g., knife, fork, key] is left on the hob, it will automatically go to standby in 1 minute. The fan will continue cooling the hob for a further 1 minute.

Heat Settings

The following settings are guidelines; the exact setting depends on cookware and quantity. Experiment to find what works best for you.

Installation

Selection of Installation Equipment

Cut out the work surface according to the dimensions shown. If using fixing clips, a work surface of at least 30mm is recommended. Use heat-resistant work surface material to avoid deformation from heat radiation.

Diagrams: Show cut-out dimensions and fixing bracket placement.

The table provides dimensions for installation:

Ventilation Requirements

Ensure adequate ventilation by following these requirements:

• A 5mm gap at the front of the unit.
• A minimum 10mm gap at the back of the cabinet for air circulation.
• A minimum distance of 15mm between the underside of the hob and any appliance or drawer directly below. If a drawer is installed, ensure it is not overfilled, as this can affect airflow. Failure to follow these requirements voids the guarantee.

Diagram: Illustrates ventilation gaps.

Note:

• The safety distance between the hotplate and cupboard above should be at least 500mm.
• Ensure ventilation holes around the hob are not blocked by the worktop.
• The rear wall, adjacent, and surrounding surfaces must withstand a temperature of 90°C.

Before Installing the Hob, Make Sure That:

• The induction hob must be installed by qualified personnel or Caple technicians. Do not attempt self-installation.
• Check the work surface is square, level, and free from structural obstructions.
• Ensure the work surface is made of heat-resistant material.
• If installed above an oven, the oven must have a built-in cooling fan.
• The installation must comply with all clearance requirements, standards, and regulations.
• Ensure a suitable isolating switch with a 3mm air gap in all poles is incorporated in the permanent wiring, accessible to the customer, and complies with local wiring rules.
• Consult local building authorities and by-laws if in doubt.
• Use heat-resistant and easy-to-clean finishes for wall surfaces.

Before Locating the Fixing Brackets

• Place the unit on a stable, smooth surface [use packaging]. Do not apply force to the protruding fixings.

Installing the Fixing Brackets

Secure the hob using the 8 easy-fit brackets. Attach brackets to the sides of the hob and place the hob into the worktop cut-out.

Diagram: Shows how to attach fixing brackets.

Cautions:

• Do not install the hob directly above a dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, or clothes dryer, as humidity may damage the electronics.
• The induction hob must be installed by qualified personnel. Do not attempt self-installation.
• Install the hob to ensure better heat radiation for enhanced reliability.

After Installing the Hob, Make Sure That:

• The power supply cable is not accessible through cupboard doors or drawers.
• There is adequate airflow from outside the cabinets to the base of the hob.
• If installed above a drawer or cupboard space, a thermal protection barrier is installed below the hob base.
• The isolating switch is easily accessible.
• The wall and heating zone above the table surface can withstand heat.
• Use heat-resistant sandwich layers and adhesive to prevent damage.

Connecting the Hob to the Mains Power Supply

Warning:

• This hob must be connected to the mains power supply only by a suitably qualified person.
• Before connecting, check that:

1. The domestic wiring system is suitable for the hob's power draw.
2. The voltage corresponds to the rating plate value.
3. The power supply cable sections can withstand the specified load.

• Do not use adapters, reducers, or branching devices when connecting to the mains power supply, as they can cause overheating and fire.
• The power supply cable must not touch any hot parts and must be positioned so its temperature does not exceed 75°C.
• Check with an electrician if the domestic wiring system is suitable without alterations. Any alterations must be made by a qualified electrician.

Diagrams: Show wiring connections for different voltage supplies.

• If the cable is damaged or needs replacing, the operation must be carried out by a Caple service engineer.
• If the appliance is connected directly to the mains, an omnipolar circuit breaker with a minimum opening of 3mm between contacts must be installed.
• The installer must ensure the correct electrical connection is made and complies with safety regulations.
• The cable must not be bent or compressed.
• The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorized technicians only.
• The bottom surface and power cord are not accessible after installation.

Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Failure Display Error Codes

The induction hob has a self-diagnostic function. The technician can use this to check component functions without disassembling the hob.

Do not disassemble the unit yourself. Contact Caple Service on 0117 938 1900.

Technical Specification

• Model code: C8800i
• Cooking zones: 5 Zones
• Supply voltage: 220-240V~50Hz or 60Hz
• Installed electric power: 7400 W
• Product size (LxWxH): 800 x 520 x 48 mm
• Building in dimensions (AxB): 752 x 482 mm

Weight and dimensions are approximate. Specifications and designs may change without prior notice.

Product information for power consumption and time to reach the applicable low power mode:

Caple Contact Details

Caple Service

Fourth Way

Avonmouth

Bristol

BS11 8DW

T: 0117 938 1900

E: service@caple.co.uk

www.caple.co.uk