AMZCHEF Ceramic Hob Instruction Manual

Installation

Selection of installation equipment

1. Make sure the size of the induction cooktop (DxWxH): 770x520x52mm / 30.31x20.47x2.05inch.

2. Clean the countertop surface and make a proper cutout (DxW): (741~743)x(490~492)mm / (29.17~29.25)X(19.29~19.37)inch.

Kindly Note: For the purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 50mm/1.97inch space shall be preserved around the hole. Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm/1.18inch. Please select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation caused by the heat radiation from the hotplate.

Diagram Description: The diagram shows the hob's external dimensions (2.05 inches height, 20.47 inches width for a zone, 30.31 inches overall width) and the required countertop cutout dimensions (29.17~29.25 inches width, 19.29~19.37 inches depth), with arrows indicating a minimum 2-inch clearance.

Safety Warnings

Your safety is important. Please read this information before using your cooktop.

Installation

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply before carrying out any work or maintenance.
• Connection to a good earth wiring system is essential and mandatory.
• Alterations to the domestic wiring system must only be made by a qualified electrician.
• Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.

Cut Hazard

• Take care - panel edges are sharp.
• Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts.

Important safety instructions

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

Operation and maintenance

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Do not cook on a broken or cracked cooktop. If the cooktop surface should break or crack, switch the appliance off immediately at the mains power supply (wall switch) and contact a qualified technician.
• Switch the cooktop off at the wall before cleaning or maintenance.
• Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death.

Health Hazard

• This appliance complies with electromagnetic safety standards.
• Persons with cardiac pacemakers or other electrical implants must consult with their doctor or implant manufacturer before using this appliance to ensure their implants will not be affected by the electromagnetic field.
• Failure to follow this advice may result in death.

Hot Surface Hazard

• During use, accessible parts of this appliance will 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 as they can get hot.
• Keep children away.
• 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.

Cut Hazard

• The razor-sharp blade of a cooktop scraper is exposed when the safety cover is retracted. Use with extreme care and always store safely and out of reach of children.
• Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts.

Important safety instructions

• Never leave the appliance unattended when in use. Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers 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 magnetisable objects (e.g. credit cards, memory cards) or electronic devices (e.g. computers, 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 cooktop using the touch controls. Do not rely on the pan detection feature to turn off the cooking zones when you remove the pans.
• Do not allow children to play with the appliance or sit, stand, or climb on it.
• Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above the appliance. Children climbing on the cooktop could be seriously injured.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use.
• Children or persons with a disability which limits their ability to use the appliance should have a responsible and competent person to instruct them in its use. The instructor should be satisfied that they can use the appliance without danger to themselves or their surroundings.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be done by a qualified technician.
• Do not use a steam cleaner to clean your cooktop.
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on your cooktop.
• Do not stand on your cooktop.
• Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across the Induction glass surface as this can scratch the glass.
• Do not use scourers or any other harsh abrasive cleaning agents to clean your cooktop, as these can scratch the Induction glass.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• 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; bed and breakfast type environments.
• WARNING: 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 from 8 years 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 use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• WARNING: 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 flame e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.
• WARNING: Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
• Warning: If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• A steam cleaner is not to be used.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• CAUTION: The cooking process has to be supervised. A short term cooking process has to be supervised continuously.
• WARNING: In order to prevent tipping of the appliance, stabilizing means must be installed. Refer to the instructions for installation.
• WARNING: Use only hob guards designed by the manufacturer of the cooking appliance or indicated by the manufacturer in the instruction for use. The use of inappropriate guards can cause accidents.
• This appliance incorporates an earth connection for functional purposes only.

Product Overview

Top View

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the top view of the ceramic hob with four cooking zones and a control panel. The zones are numbered and described:

• 1. max. 1800 W zone
• 2. max. 1200 W zone
• 3. max. 2000/1100 W zone
• 4. max. 2300/1600/800 W zone
• 5. Glass plate
• 6. Control panel

Control Panel

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the control panel with numbered touch controls:

• 1. Heating zone selection indicator
• 2. Timer indicator
• 3. Power/Timer regulating controls (slider and +/- buttons)
• 4. Keylock control [lock]
• 5. Dual/Triple zone control / Oval zone control
• 6. ON/OFF control [power]

Product Information

The microcomputer ceramic cooker hob offers versatile cooking capabilities with resistance wire heating, micro-computerized control, and multi-power selection, making it ideal for modern families. It features a personalized design, safe, and reliable performance.

Before using your New Ceramic Hob

• Read this guide, paying special attention to the 'Safety Warnings' section.
• Remove any protective film that may still be on your ceramic hob.

Using the Touch Controls

• The controls respond to touch; no pressure is needed.
• Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
• A beep indicates each touch registration.
• Ensure controls are always clean, dry, and free from objects (like utensils or cloths). Even a thin film of water can make controls difficult to operate.

Diagram Description: Diagrams show correct finger usage (ball of finger, checkmark ✔️) and incorrect usage (fingertip, 'X' mark ❌).

Choosing the right Cookware

Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base.

Diagram Description: Diagrams illustrate unsuitable cookware (jagged edges, curved base, incorrect size) marked with 'X' (❌) and suitable cookware (flat, smooth base matching zone size) marked with a checkmark (✔️).

Make sure the base of your pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass, and is the same size as the cooking zone. Always centre your pan on the cooking zone.

Using your Ceramic Hob

To start cooking

After power on, a buzzer sounds once, and indicators light up for 1 second before going out, indicating standby mode.

1. Touch the ON/OFF [power] control. All indicators show "-" or "--", 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. Touch the heat zone selection control; an indicator next to the key will flash.
4. Set a power level by touching the "-", "+", or sliding along the "-" control, or by touching any point of the "---".

Diagram Description: Diagrams show a finger touching the power button, placing a pan, touching a zone selection, and sliding the power control.

Press "-" to decrease power by one stage (down to 0). Press "+" to increase power by one stage (up to 9).

Zone Activation

• When zone 4 is working, activate double or triple zone by pressing the corresponding icon.
• When zone 3 is working, activate oval zone by pressing the corresponding icon.
• Turning off double zone, triple zone, or oval zone is done by pressing the respective icon.

Diagram Description: Icons for activating dual/triple and oval zones are shown, with a finger touching them.

When you have finished cooking

1. Touch the heating zone selection control for the zone you wish to switch off.
2. Turn the cooking zone off by touching "-" and scrolling down to "0", or by sliding along the "---" to the left point, and then touching "-".

Diagram Description: Diagrams show touching zone selection, then using '-' to reach '0', or sliding the control. The display changes from power levels to '00'.

Make sure the power display shows "0", then shows "H" [hot].

Diagram Description: The display shows '00' and then 'H' indicating a hot surface.

3. Turn the whole cooktop off by touching the ON/OFF [power] control.

Diagram Description: A finger touches the ON/OFF power button.

Beware of hot surfaces

"H" will show which cooking zone is hot to touch. It will disappear when the surface has cooled down to a safe temperature. It can also be used as an energy saving function if you want to heat further pans using the hotplate that is still hot.

Locking the Controls

• You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use (e.g., children accidentally turning the cooking zones on).
• When the controls are locked, all controls except the ON/OFF [power] control are disabled.

To lock the controls

Touch the keylock [lock] control for 3 seconds. The timer indicator will show "Lo".

Diagram Description: A finger touches and holds the lock icon for 3 seconds. The timer display shows 'Lo'.

To unlock the controls

1. Make sure the ceramic hob is turned on.
2. Touch and hold the keylock [lock] control for 3 seconds.
3. You can now start using your ceramic hob.

Diagram Description: Similar to locking, a finger touches and holds the lock icon for 3 seconds.

⚠️ Note: When the hob is in lock mode, all controls are disabled except ON/OFF [power]. You can always turn the hob off with the ON/OFF [power] control in an emergency, but you must unlock the hob first in the next operation.

Over-Temperature Protection

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

Residual Heat Warning

When the hob has been operating for some time, there will be some residual heat. The letter "H" [hot] appears to warn you to keep away from it.

Auto Shutdown Protection

Auto shut down is a safety function. It shuts down automatically if you forget to turn off your cooking. The default shutdown times are shown in the table below:

Using the Timer

You can use the timer in two ways:

• As a minute minder: the timer will not turn any cooking zone off when the set time is up.
• To turn one or more cooking zones off after the set time.

You can set the timer for up to 99 minutes.

Using the Timer as a Minute Minder

If you are not selecting any cooking zone:

1. Make sure the cooktop is turned on.
2. Touch the timer [timer] control; the minder indicator will start flashing and "30" will show in the timer display.

Diagram Description: A finger touches the timer icon. The timer display shows '30' and flashes.

3. Adjust the timer setting by touching the "-" or "+" controls. The minute minder indicator will start flashing and show in the timer display.

Hint: Touch the "-" or "+" control once to decrease or increase by 1 minute. Touch and hold the "-" or "+" control to decrease or increase by 10 minutes. If the setting time exceeds 99 minutes, the timer will automatically return to 0 minute.

4. To cancel the timer, touch the "Timer" control; the timer is cancelled, and "00" will show in the minute display, followed by "--".

Diagram Description: A sequence shows a finger touching the timer, the display changing from '30' to '00' and then '--'.

5. When the time is set, it will begin to count down immediately. The display will show the remaining time and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds.

Diagram Description: The timer display shows a countdown, e.g., '36', with a flashing indicator.

6. A buzzer will beep for 30 seconds and the timer indicator shows "--" when the set time is finished.

Setting the timer to turn one cooking zone off

1. Touch the heating zone selection control that you want to set the timer for.
2. Touch the timer [timer] control; the minder indicator will start flashing and "30" will show in the timer display.

Diagram Description: A finger touches a zone selection, then the timer icon. The timer display shows '30' and flashes.

3. Set the time by touching the control of the timer.

Hint: Touch the "-" or "+" control of the timer once to decrease or increase by 1 minute. Touch and hold the "-" or "+" control to decrease or increase by 10 minutes. If the setting time exceeds 99 minutes, the timer will automatically return to 0 minute.

4. To cancel the timer, touch the heating zone selection control, and then touch the "Timer" control; the timer is cancelled, and the "00" will show in the minute display, and then "--".

Diagram Description: A sequence shows a finger touching zone selection, then the timer icon, the display changing from '30' to '00' and then '--'.

5. When the time is set, it will begin to count down immediately. The display will show the remaining time and the timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds.

Diagram Description: The timer display shows a countdown, e.g., '36', with a flashing indicator.

Setting the timer to turn more than one cooking zone off

1. If more than one heating zone uses this function, the timer indicator will show the shortest time (e.g., zone 1 setting time of 3 minutes, zone 2 setting time of 6 minutes, the timer indicator shows "3").

Diagram Description: Diagrams show timer indicators for different zones, e.g., '03' (set to 3 minutes) and '6' (set to 6 minutes).

NOTE: The flashing red dot next to the power level indicator means the timer indicator is showing the time of the heating zone. If you want to check the set time of other heating zones, touch the heating zone selection control. The timer will indicate its set time.

2. When cooking timer expires, the corresponding cooking zone will be automatically switch off and show "H" [hot].

NOTE: If you want to change the time after the timer is set, you have to start from step.

Cooking Guidelines

Cooking Tips

• When food comes to the boil, reduce the power setting.
• Using a lid will reduce cooking times and save energy by retaining heat.
• Minimise the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times.
• Start cooking on a high setting and reduce the setting when the food has heated through.

Simmering, cooking rice

Simmering occurs below boiling point, at around 85°C, when bubbles are just rising occasionally to the surface of the cooking liquid. It is key to delicious soups and tender stews. You should also cook egg-based and flour-thickened sauces below boiling point.

Some tasks, including cooking rice by the absorption method, may require a setting higher than the lowest setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the time recommended.

Searing steak

To cook juicy, flavoursome steaks:

1. Stand the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat up a heavy-based frying pan.
3. Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot pan and then lower the meat onto the hot pan.
4. Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the steak and how cooked you want it. Times may vary from about 2 – 8 minutes per side. Press the steak to gauge how cooked it is; the firmer it feels, the more 'well done' it will be.
5. Leave the steak to rest on a warm plate for a few minutes to allow it to relax and become tender before serving.

For stir-frying

1. Choose a ceramic-compatible flat-based wok or a large frying pan.
2. Have all the ingredients and equipment ready. Stir-frying should be quick. If cooking large quantities, cook the food in several smaller batches.
3. Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil.
4. Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm.
5. Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the cooking zone to a lower setting, return the meat to the pan and add your sauce.
6. Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through.
7. Serve immediately.

Heat Settings

Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Technical Specification

Weight and Dimensions are approximate. AMZCHEF continually strives to improve products and may change specifications and designs without prior notice.

Installation (Continued)

Selection of installation equipment

1. Make sure the size of the induction cooktop (DxWxH): 770mmx520mmx52mm.

2. Clean the countertop surface and make a proper cutout (DxW): (741~743)mmx(490~492)mm.

Kindly Note: For the purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 50mm space shall be preserved around the hole. Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm. Please select heat-resistant work surface material to avoid larger deformation caused by the heat radiation from the hotplate.

Diagram Description: Similar to the earlier installation diagram, showing hob dimensions and cutout dimensions with clearance requirements.

Ventilation

Under any circumstances, make sure the ceramic cooker hob is well ventilated and the air inlet and outlet are not blocked. Ensure the ceramic cooker hob is in good work state.

⚠️ Note: The safety distance between the hotplate and the cupboard above the hotplate should be at least 760mm.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows a cross-section of the hob installed in a cabinet, illustrating airflow paths (intake and exit) and dimensions: A (760mm), B (50mm mini), C (30mm mini), D (Air intake), E (Air exit 10mm).

Before locating the fixing brackets

The unit should be placed on a stable, smooth surface (use the packaging). Do not apply force onto the controls protruding from the hob.

Fixing the hob

Fix the hob on the work surface by screwing four brackets on the bottom of the hob.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the underside of the hob with fixing brackets being attached. A close-up shows a retaining bracket, screw, and bottom case connecting to the worktop/kitchen cabinet.

Cautions

1. The ceramic cooker hob must be installed by qualified personnel or technicians. Please never conduct the operation by yourself.
2. The ceramic cooker hob shall not be mounted to cooling equipment, dishwashers and rotary dryers.
3. The ceramic cooker hob shall be installed such that better heat radiation can be ensured to enhance its reliability.
4. The wall and induced heating zone above the work surface shall withstand heat.
5. To avoid any damage, the sandwich layer and adhesive must be resistant to heat.
6. A steam cleaner is not to be used.
7. This ceramic can be connected only to a supply with system impedance no more than 0.427 ohm. In case necessary, please consult your supply authority for system impedance information.
8. Product installation to keep the installation surface smooth, can not have foreign bodies (such as sand), in order to prevent the use of the force caused by the crystal plate broken!

Connecting the hob to the mains power supply

The power supply should be connected in compliance with the relevant standard, or a three-phase circuit breaker. The method of connection is shown below.

Diagram Description: A wiring diagram shows connections from "Cable from Power Supply (40A or more)" to "Cable from Appliances". Wires are labeled: Red Wire (L1), Black Wire (L2), Yellow/Green Wire (Ground), White Wire (N). The voltage is indicated as 220-240V~.

1. If the cable is damaged or needs replacing, this should be done by an after-sales technician using the proper tools, so as to avoid any accidents.
2. If the appliance is being connected directly to the mains supply, an omnipolar circuit breaker must be installed with a minimum gap of 3mm between the contacts.
3. The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it complies with safety regulations.
4. The cable must not be bent or compressed.
5. The cable must be checked regularly and only replaced by a properly qualified person.

1-YEAR WARRANTY

Thank you for choosing an AMZCHEF product. We sincerely hope that you are satisfied with it.

This product is warranted against any electronic or mechanical defects for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase by the consumer. Replacement unit/parts will be warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period.

Questions? Problems? Concerns?

If you need any help, please feel free to contact us, via our website: www.iamzchef.com or email: info@iamzchef.com. Problem + Order number + a photo or a video attached in the email would help us solve the problem better and faster. We will get back to you within 24 hours once we received the email.

Diagram Description: A flow diagram illustrates the support process: "Problem+Order Number+Photo/Video" leads to "Contact us" (email icon), then "Within 24 hours" (airplane icon), resulting in "We must find a solution for you" (question mark icon).

Agent/Distributor is welcome to contact us. Email: info@iamzchef.com