V-ZUG CookTopInduction V6000 FullFlex Induction Hob

1 Safety precautions

1.1 Symbols used

• ⚠️ Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe said precautions can result in injury or in damage to the appliance or fittings!
• ? Information and precautions that should be observed.
• ♻️ Information on disposal
• ℹ️ Information about the Operating Instructions
• ➡️ Indicates step-by-step instructions.
• ↪️ Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken.
• • Indicates a list.

1.2 General safety precautions

• Read the operating instructions before using the appliance for the first time.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge, provided they are supervised or have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and have understood the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
• If an appliance is not equipped with a mains cable and a plug or other means for disconnecting from the mains with a contact opening on each pole complying with the conditions of overvoltage category III for full isolation, an isolating device must be incorporated into the permanently installed electrical installation in accordance with the installation regulations.
• If the mains cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.

1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions

• ⚠️ WARNING: Under no circumstances may hot pots or pans be placed on the display.
• ⚠️ WARNING: If the surface has a crack running through the thickness of the material, switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the mains to avoid possible electric shock.
• ⚠️ WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts get hot during use. Be careful not to touch the heating elements.
• Under no circumstances use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance.
• Do not place metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons, lids or aluminium foil on the hob as they can get hot.
• After use, switch the hob off using the controls and do not rely on the pan detector.
• ⚠️ WARNING: It can be dangerous to leave the hob unattended when cooking with fat or oil, as this can lead to fires. NEVER attempt to extinguish a fire with water. Instead, switch the appliance off and then carefully smother the flames with, for example, a lid or a fire blanket.
• ⚠️ WARNING: Never store objects on the hob due to the risk of fire.
• ⚠️ WARNING: The cooking process should always be supervised. Shorter cooking processes, in particular, must be supervised the entire time.
• Do not operate the appliance using an external time switch or a separate remote control system.
• When hot, the display must not be cooled down with cold liquid or a cold object.

1.4 Instructions for use

Before using for the first time

• The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/electrician carry out the necessary work.

Correct use

• The appliance is designed for use in the home for preparing food. No liability is assumed for any damage caused by improper use or incorrect handling.
• Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly or in case a repair is needed, follow the instructions given in the “Service & Support” section. If required, please contact Customer Services.
• Use original spare parts only.
• Retain these operating instructions for future reference. If you sell the appliance or pass it on to a third party, please ensure these operating instructions accompany the appliance, together with the installation instructions.

The appliance corresponds to recognized technology standards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions.

The heated surface will remain hot for some time after it is switched off and will cool down only slowly to room temperature. Please allow sufficient time for the appliance to cool down before, for instance, cleaning it.

Note on use

• Tests have shown that under normal circumstances there is no risk to cardiac pacemaker users. If, as the user of a cardiac pacemaker (or a hearing aid or another type of implant), you would like to be reassured that using the appliance does not pose a risk, you are advised to consult a competent medical authority.

Caution: Burns hazard

• Overheated fat and oil can easily catch fire. NEVER attempt to extinguish burning oil or fat with water. Danger of explosion! Smother the flames with a fire blanket. Keep doors and windows closed.

Caution: Risk of injury

• Keep pets away from the appliance.

Caution: Risk to life

• Packaging material, e.g. plastic film and polystyrene, can be dangerous for children and animals. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children and animals.

How to avoid damaging the appliance

• When hot, the display must not be cooled down with cold liquid or a cold object.
• In case of overheating, switch the hotplate off and allow it to cool down completely. Do not put any dishes on it. Under no circumstances use cold water to cool it down quickly.
• Do not climb on to the appliance.
• Do not put hot cookware on the hob frame in order not to damage the silicone joints.
• Do not cut or prepare food on the surface and avoid impact with hard objects. Do not drag cookware across the surface.
• Take particular care that sugary foods or juices do not get onto the hot cooking zones as this can damage the surface. If sugary foods or juices do get on to the hot cooking zones clean away immediately (while still hot) with a scraper.
• Pots with pure copper or aluminium bases should not be used for cooking as they can leave behind traces that can be difficult to clean. If the traces are not removed immediately after cooking with a suitable cleaning agent, they can be permanently burned on and therefore permanently ruin the visual appearance of the appliance.
• Sliding pans and cookware across the glass ceramic causes scratches. This can be largely prevented by lifting pans and cookware up and then placing them down in position.
• The hob is designed to be used – signs of use, such as scratches or the wear and tear from pans and cookware, are normal. The more intensively it is used, the greater the signs of use; however, the appliance remains in perfect working order and therefore does not give a right of complaint. Safety is guaranteed at all times.
• There is no such thing as completely scratch-proof glass; scratches can even develop on sapphire glass, which is used in watches. The glass ceramic used is of the best quality available on the market.

2 Using for the first time

The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/electrician carry out the necessary work.

During the first few hours of use, the appliance can give off an unpleasant smell. This is normal for brand new appliances. Ensure that the room is well ventilated.

3 Appliance description

3.1 Hob

A description of the hob layout: 1 represents the Hob, 2 represents a Cooking zone, 3 represents the Display, and 4 represents the ON/OFF button.

3.2 Operating and display elements

The operating and display elements are shown in a diagram. Key:

• 1 Display
• 2 Hotplate display
• 3 Buttons
• 4 Status display / setting range

Status display:

• V-ZUG-Home
• Demo mode
• Consumption indicator
• 12:34 Clock
• Timer

Buttons:

• ⏸️ Pause cooking
• Wipe protection
• ⏳ Timer
• ⚙️ User settings
• Setting options

3.3 Overview of power levels

The power level selected appears in the setting range and in the corresponding hotplate display. The power levels can be set in half-steps.

3.4 Residual heat indicator

After a hotplate is switched off, “Residual heat” is displayed as long as there is a risk of burns.

3.5 How induction hobs function

Induction hobs work very differently from conventional hobs or hot plates. The induction coils under the glass ceramic plate produce a rapidly changing magnetic field which directly heats up the magnetic base of the cookware. The glass ceramic plate is only warmed by the hot cookware.

Induction hobs have a quick reaction time, allow precision cooking, are powerful, energy-efficient and safe.

3.6 Flexible cooking

In flexible cooking, there are no marked cooking zones. The hob detects cookware with a diameter of ø10 cm or larger and shows which hotplates they are on in the display. Up to six pans can be placed on the hob.

Pan detection

The hob detects the position and size of the cookware in the following situations:

• The cookware is placed on the hob when it is switched on.
• The cookware is moved or repositioned on the hob when it is switched on.

Hotplate display

Each hotplate detected is shown as a circle or rectangle in the display. The settings for each hotplate detected can be made in the display.

Changing the position of the cookware

If the cookware is moved or lifted and repositioned, the hob detects the cookware's new position and automatically takes over all the settings from its old position. Further information can be found in the “MemoryFunction” (see page 13) section.

3.7 Cookware

Suitable cookware

Only cookware with a full magnetic base is suitable for use with the induction hob. This can be checked in the following ways:

• A magnet sticks anywhere on the base of the cookware.
• The cookware can be selected in the display and be repositioned or moved on the hob without the “Cookware not induction-compatible” message appearing.

⚠️ Do not heat any unsuitable cookware using aids such as metal rings and the like. This can damage the hob.

Key:

• ? Heat distribution
• ⚡ Reaction speed
• ? Noise level
• ? Care
• ⚖️ Weight
• ⬛ Steel
• ⬜ Aluminium
• ◻️ Enamel
• ✅ Good
• ? Satisfactory
• ? Unfavourable

General notes on cookware

• As far as possible ensure that the diameter of the base of the cookware is the same size as the upper diameter of the cookware.

4 Operating the appliance

We advise against the use of cookware with a pressed base as this type of cookware does not work with all induction hobs.

Some induction hobs have the melt, keep warm and simmer functions. We recommend using cookware without a concave base for these functions.

Handles that are loose or hollow can produce a loud whistling noise. The adherence of the cookware to the hob surface is reduced during operation, and the cookware can therefore be moved more easily. Thick pan walls absorb the vibrations and reduce the noise level.

Coated cookware

Coated cookware may be operated above power level 7 provided that the bottom of the pan is completely covered with liquid. The coating may otherwise become overheated and damaged. For frying, do not use a higher power level than 7.

⚠️ Never use PowerPlus or AutoPowerPlus with coated frying pans.

Noise during cooking

Cookware can make noise during cooking. This does not indicate any malfunction, nor does it affect the functioning of the appliance in any way. Noise depends on the cookware used. If the noise causes considerable disturbance, it can help to change the cookware.

Noises when hotplate is switched off

The appliance can make clicking noises when the hotplate is switched off. This does not indicate any malfunction, nor does it affect the functioning of the appliance in any way.

4.1 Operating the display

The different power levels, functions and settings options are selected by using various hand gestures.

Touch

• Press the button gently.
• The function is activated when you take your finger off the button.

Slide

• Move your finger from left to right or from right to left along a scale.
• Take your finger off the scale.
• The desired value is set.

Swipe

• Move your finger from left to right or from right to left.
• Other possible values and settings appear.

Scroll

• Move your finger from top to bottom or from bottom to top.
• Other possible values appear.

4.2 Switching the appliance on

Hold the button depressed until the displays appear.

4.3 Using cookware on the hob

• If the appliance is switched off: First hold the button depressed until the displays appear.
• Place the cookware on the hob so that the base of cookware stands fully on the hob.
• The hotplate detected appears in the display.
• Touch the hotplate shown in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select the desired power level.
• The power level selected appears in the hotplate shown.
• Make the desired settings (if any) and confirm by touching the button.

The settings options are described here:

• PowerPlus (see page 14)
• AutoPowerPlus (see page 15)
• ProfessionalMode (see page 16)
• GourmetGuide (see page 17)
• Operating time (see page 18)

4.4 MemoryFunction

If the cookware is moved or lifted, the settings from the old hotplate are saved and automatically taken over for the new hotplate.

Saving settings

The hotplate display is shown when the cookware is being moved or lifted. If the cookware is not placed back on the hotplate within a set period of time, all the settings are cleared. The time period can be changed in “MemoryFunction” (see page 24) under “Assistance functions” in the user settings.

One item of cookware must be put down and operated before another one can be moved or lifted. The hob only saves the settings for one item of cookware.

Resuming cooking

• If the old and new pan positions overlap:
• The cooking process is resumed immediately.
• All the settings from the old pan position are taken over.
• If the old and new pan positions do not overlap:
• The power output to the cookware is interrupted briefly.
• The slider for changing the power level appears in the display.
• All the settings from the old pan position are taken over.

4.5 Teppan Yaki function

The PowerPlus, AutoPowerPlus and ProfessionalMode are not available when the Teppan Yaki plate is being used. A maximum of two Teppan Yaki plates can be used on the hob.

• Place the Teppan Yaki plate to the left or right of the display, flush with the boundary of the cooking zone.
• The hob detects the Teppan Yaki plate and divides the underlying surface into two hotplates.

Connecting hotplates

• Touch either hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button in the hotplate display.
• The two hotplates are connected into one hotplate.
• Operate the appliance as described in the “Using cookware on the hob” section (see page 12).

Dividing hotplate

• Touch the hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button in the hotplate display.
• The hotplate is divided into two hotplates.
• Operate the appliance as described in the “Using cookware on the hob” section (see page 12).

Using the Teppan Yaki plate and cookware at the same time

All other pans on the hob avail over all setting options and functions and can be operated independently of the Teppan Yaki plates. The maximum number of pans that can be used depends on the number of Teppan Yaki plates being used:

• A maximum of four other pans can be used if one Teppan Yaki plate is being used.
• A maximum of two other pans can be used if two Teppan Yaki plates are being used.

If the Teppan Yaki plate is placed in a different position than intended, it will be operated the same as normal cookware.

4.6 PowerPlus

If PowerPlus is switched on, the hotplate selected works at extra high power for a maximum of 15 minutes. The hotplate then reverts to the power level originally selected. PowerPlus can be used, for instance, to heat a large quantity of water quickly.

Switching PowerPlus on

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select a power level between “0.5” and “9”.
• The power level selected appears in the hotplate display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• P appears in the hotplate display.
• The cookware is heated.
• After a maximum of 15 minutes, an acoustic signal is emitted.
• The hotplate reverts to the power level originally selected.

If PowerPlus was switched on at power level “0”, the hotplate reverts to power level “5”.

Cancelling PowerPlus

• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• P goes out in the hotplate display and PowerPlus is cancelled.
• The hotplate reverts to the set power level.

Or:

• Touch the hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to change the power level.
• P goes out in the hotplate display and PowerPlus is cancelled.
• The hotplate reverts to the set power level.

4.7 AutoPowerPlus

If AutoPowerPlus is switched on, the hotplate selected works at extra high power to just before boiling point. Water can be heated quickly with AutoPowerPlus.

The cookware must be filled at least two-thirds full with water for AutoPowerPlus to function optimally.

Switching AutoPowerPlus on

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• appears in the hotplate display.
• The cookware is heated to just before boiling point.

Do not move the cookware on the hob when the AutoPowerPlus function is switched on, as doing so would affect the accuracy of the temperature.

Once the temperature has been reached:

• The hotplate will continue to operate at this temperature.
• An acoustic signal is emitted.

Cancelling AutoPowerPlus

• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• goes out in the hotplate display and AutoPowerPlus is cancelled.
• The hotplate is switched to power level “0”.

Or:

• Touch the hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to change the power level.
• goes out in the hotplate display and AutoPowerPlus is cancelled.
• The hotplate reverts to the set power level.

4.8 ProfessionalMode

The ProfessionalMode changes the power level when the cookware is moved to a new position.

Switching the ProfessionalMode on

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• appears in the hotplate display – the ProfessionalMode is switched on.

Changing the power level

• Move the cookware forwards or backwards on the hob.
• The power level of the newly selected pan position is activated.

Only when the cookware is moved vertically or diagonally does the power level change. Moving the cookware horizontally does not change the power level.

The highest power level “9” can be set at either the front or back edge of the cooking zone in “ProfessionalMode” under “Assistance functions” in the user settings (see page 24).

Switching the ProfessionalMode off

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Change the power level in the display.
• goes out in the hotplate display – the ProfessionalMode is switched off.
• The hotplate reverts to the set power level.

Or:

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• goes out in the hotplate display – the ProfessionalMode is switched off.
• The hotplate reverts to the set power level.

4.9 GourmetGuide

The GourmetGuide encompasses several functions that make preparing meals as easy as possible for you. The following functions can be called up:

• ? Melting: Butter, chocolate and honey, for instance, can be gently melted at approx. 40 °C.
• ? Simmering: Sausages, dumplings and stuffed pasta, for instance, can be cooked in hot water, just below boiling point.
• ? Reheating: Food that has previously been cooked can be reheated at approx. 85 °C.
• ♨️ Keep warm: Food that has finished cooking can be kept warm at approx. 65 °C.

The precision of the simmer function depends on the cookware used. Water can start to boil. If this is the case, we recommend the pan lid be left off when using the simmer function. For locations over 1,500 meters above sea level, it is generally recommended the pan lid be left off when using the simmer function.

Starting a function

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• The functions appear in the display.
• Select a function.
• A note on the function selected appears in the display.
• Touch if the note is no longer to be shown.
• Touch to start the function selected.
• The function selected appears in the hotplate display and in the slider.
• The function selected starts.

Do not move the cookware on the hob when the GourmetGuide function is switched on, as doing so would affect the accuracy of the temperature.

Cancelling a function

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The function selected appears in the slider.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select “Off”.
• The function selected goes out in the hotplate display.
• The function selected is cancelled.

Or:

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• A note on the function selected appears in the display.
• The following appears in the display: “Press the button to cancel the function.”
• Touch the button.
• The function selected goes out in the hotplate display.
• The function selected is cancelled.

4.10 Operating time

⚠️ Do not leave the hob unattended during use. Risk of food boiling over, burning on and igniting!

With the operating time function, the hotplate switches off automatically after a set period of time (00 h 00 mins. 00 s – 99 h 59 mins. 59 s).

Setting and starting the operating time

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Scroll to set the desired operating time.
• The end of the operating time appears in the display.
• Touch the button to start the operating time.
• The operating time starts.
• The countdown to the time remaining appears in the hotplate display.

Changing the operating time

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• The countdown to the operating time remaining appears in the display.
• Touch the button to change the operating time.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Scroll to shorten or extend the operating time.
• The end of the operating time appears in the display.
• Touch the button to resume the operating time.
• The operating time is resumed.
• The countdown to the time remaining appears in the hotplate display.

End of the operating time

When the set operating time is up:

• The hotplate is switched off.
• An acoustic signal is emitted.
• 0h 00 flashes in the hotplate display.

Switching the operating time off before time

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• Touch the button.
• Touch the button.
• The countdown to the operating time remaining appears in the display.
• Touch the button.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Touch or to switch the operating time off before time.
• The operating time is switched off.

4.11 Restore function

If the appliance has been inadvertently switched off with the button, the settings can be restored within 6 seconds.

• Hold the button depressed until the displays appear.
• The hotplates resume operation using the previous settings.

4.12 Pause cooking

With this function, the power level of all hotplates that are switched on can be temporarily reduced to power level “0” for up to 10 minutes. After pause cooking, the hotplates resume operation using the previous settings.

Switching pause cooking on

• Touch the button.
• All hotplates are switched to power level “0”.
• The operating time of each hotplate is interrupted.
• The following appears in the display: “The hotplates have been switched off temporarily. If pause cooking is not switched off, the hob switches off automatically.”

If the pause cooking function is not turned off within 10 minutes, the appliance switches off automatically.

Switching pause cooking off

• Touch the button in the message.
• The hotplates resume operation using the previous settings.

4.13 Wipe protection

This function locks the display to enable the hob to be cleaned. The power output to the hotplates is not interrupted.

Switching wipe protection on

• Touch the button.
• Wipe protection is switched on for 20 seconds.

If wipe protection is not switched off within 20 seconds, it turns off automatically.

Switching wipe protection off before time

• Hold depressed for 3 seconds to switch wipe protection off before time.
• Wipe protection is switched off.

Touch the button for 3 seconds to switch the appliance off at any time.

4.14 Timer

The timer functions like an egg timer. It can be used at any time and independently of all other functions.

Setting and starting the timer

• Touch the button.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Scroll to set the desired duration.
• The end time for the timer appears in the display.
• Touch to start the timer.
• The timer starts.
• The countdown to the duration remaining appears in the status display.

Checking and changing

• Touch the button.
• The countdown to the duration remaining appears in the display.
• Touch the button to change the duration.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Scroll to shorten or extend the duration.
• The end time for the timer appears in the display.
• Touch the button to resume the timer.
• The timer resumes.
• The countdown to the duration remaining appears in the status display.

Timer finished

When the set duration is up:

• An acoustic signal is emitted.
• “0 h 0 mins. 0 s” and “Timer finished” appear in the display.
• Touch to close the message.

Switching the timer off before time

• Touch the button.
• The countdown to the duration remaining appears in the display.
• Touch the button.
• The hours, minutes and seconds counter appears in the display.
• Touch or to switch the timer off before time.
• The timer is switched off.

4.15 EcoManagement

EcoManagement provides information on the energy consumption of the appliance. The information can be shown before, during and after cooking and promotes the sustainable use of energy.

Consumption indicator when cooking

The consumption indicator shows how much energy (kWh) the entire hob uses from the moment it is switched on to the moment it is switched off.

• Switch on the “Consumption indicator” function under “EcoManagement” in the user settings (see page 25).
• The energy consumption of the entire hob appears in the status display.

Consumption information

Consumption information indicates how much energy (kWh) is used within a particular period of time.

• Select the “Consumption information” function under “EcoManagement” in the user settings (see page 25).
• The energy consumption for the following time periods appears in the status display:
• Total consumption (since the last reset date)
• Average consumption (over the last 7 days)
• Consumption since being switched on

The consumption values displayed are indicative and can deviate from both the declared and measured values.

4.16 Switching a hotplate off

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select power level “0”.
• The hotplate is switched off.
• The power level “0” appears in the hotplate display.
• Remove the cookware from the hob.
• The hotplate display goes out.

4.17 Switching the appliance off

When the timer is switched on

• Hold the button depressed until the following appears in the display: “Residual heat” and the countdown to the time remaining.
• The appliance cools down.
• When the time remaining is up, touch .
• The appliance switches itself off after it has cooled down.

When the timer is switched off

• Hold the button depressed until the following appears in the display: “Residual heat”.
• The appliance cools down.
• The appliance switches itself off after it has cooled down.

5 V-ZUG-Home

5.1 Conditions

The following conditions must be met for full use of V-ZUG-Home:

• Access to the internet and to Google Play™ Store / App Store®
• A wireless network that meets one of the following standards: 2.4GHz 802.11 b/g/n
• Smartphone or tablet that is connected to the wireless network
• System requirements for smartphone or tablet: from Android 6.0 or from iOS 11.0

Android app icon. Google Play™ is a trademark of Google Inc.

Apple App Store icon. Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store® is a service mark of Apple Inc.

5.2 Initial set-up

Installing the app

• Enable bluetooth and location determination on the smartphone or tablet.
• Search the Google Play™ Store or the App Store® for “V-ZUG”.
• Install and open the V-ZUG App.

Enabling the V-ZUG-Home mode on the appliance

• Set to the “Display” or “Operate and display” mode under “V-ZUG-Home” in the user settings.

Connecting the appliance to the home network

• In the V-ZUG App, add the appliance.
• A bluetooth pairing request appears in the V-ZUG App.
• A 6-digit PIN appears in the display of the appliance.
• Enter the 6-digit PIN in the V-ZUG App and confirm the bluetooth pairing request.
• All available wireless networks appear in the V-ZUG App.
• Select your wireless network.
• Enter the password for your wireless network.
• The appliance is connected to your wireless network.

Further information about V-ZUG-Home and availability can be found at home.vzug.com or in the Operating instructions for V-ZUG-Home.

6 User settings

6.1 Overview of user settings

• Language
• Display
• Date
• Clock
• Notifications
• Signals and tones
• Assistance functions
• Childproof lock
• V-ZUG-Home
• Appliance information
• EcoManagement
• Factory settings
• Service functions

6.2 Adjusting user settings

• If the appliance is switched off: First touch .
• Touch the button.
• Swipe or touch it to select the desired user setting.
• Make the desired setting.
• The selected user settings are saved.
• If a note appears, confirm it with ✅.
• Touch to exit a submenu and return to the main user settings menu.
• Touch to exit user settings.

6.3 Language

The display language can be changed. Different languages are available for selection.

• German
• ...

6.4 Display

Brightness

The brightness of the display can be changed. Five different levels are available for selection.

• Level 1: very dark
• Level 3: medium (factory setting)
• Level 5: very bright

Background images

The displaying of background images when the appliance is switched on can be turned on or off.

• On (factory setting)
• Off

Switch-off time

If no cookware is being operated but the appliance is switched on, it will be switched off automatically after a set time if there is no user interaction.

• 3 minutes (factory setting)
• 15 minutes
• ...
• 30 minutes

6.5 Date

The date can be called up and changed.

6.6 Clock

Time

The time can be displayed in the European 24-hour or the US 12-hour format (a.m./p.m.).

• 12 h format
• 24 h format (factory setting)

Daylight saving time adjustment

The switch between summer and winter time happens automatically when this function is turned on.

• On (factory setting)
• Off

6.7 Notifications

Messages and notes can be switched off or suppressed so that they do not appear while operating the appliance.

• On
• Off (factory setting)

6.8 Signals and tones

Acoustic signals

The loudness of the acoustic signals can be changed or switched off. Three different levels of loudness are available for selection.

• Off
• Low
• Medium (factory setting)
• High

The switch-off tone and alarm tones are never switched off.

Button tones

The loudness of the button tones can be changed or switched off. Three different levels of loudness are available for selection.

• Off (factory setting)
• Low
• Medium
• High

6.9 Assistance functions

MemoryFunction

If the cookware is moved or lifted, the settings are saved for the time set and automatically taken over when the cookware is placed back on the hotplate (see page 13). The settings can be saved for up to 60 seconds.

• 0 seconds
• ...
• 20 seconds (factory setting)
• ...
• 60 seconds

ProfessionalMode

The power level of an item of cookware can be changed by moving it further forward or further back on the hob. The highest power corresponds to power level “9”, the lowest power to power level “1”.

• ◆: High power at the front / low power at the back
• ◆: Low power at the front / high power at the back (factory setting)

Maximum power consumption

The (maximum) electric power consumption of the hob can be limited to a desired value. In this case, the hob will not draw more power than this from the mains.

• 600 watts
• ...
• 11100 watts (factory setting)

6.10 Childproof lock

The childproof lock prevents the appliance from being switched on accidentally. When the childproof lock is activated, the appliance can only be operated after first entering the code 3221 in reverse order. The “Timer” and “Wipe protection” functions can be used at the same as the childproof lock.

• On
• Off (factory setting)

6.11 V-ZUG-Home

Your appliance can be networked. With V-ZUG-Home (see page 21), you can access your appliances over the V-ZUG App to, for instance, retrieve various statistics about your household appliances.

• Information
• Mode
• Time synchronization
• Restart
• Factory setting

Further information about V-ZUG-Home and availability can be found at home.vzug.com or in the Operating instructions for V-ZUG-Home.

6.12 Appliance information

The model, article number, serial number (SN) and service contact information can be found under “Info”. Information about the hardware and software can be found under “HW” and “SW” respectively. “Lib1” and “Lib2” are software libraries.

• Information:
• HW
• SW
• Lib1
• Lib2

6.13 EcoManagement

Consumption indicator

When enabled, this function indicates how much energy (kWh) the entire hob uses from the moment it is switched on to the moment it is switched off.

• On
• Off (factory setting)

Consumption information

Total and average consumption values as well as consumption since the appliance was last switched on are displayed (see page 20). All consumption values can be reset. The last time the consumption data was reset is also displayed.

• Total consumption
• Average consumption
• Consumption since being switched on
• Last reset

6.14 Factory settings

User settings that have been changed can be restored to factory settings. The following user settings cannot be restored:

• Language
• Date
• Time
• Maximum power consumption
• Childproof lock
• EcoManagement consumption information

6.15 Service functions

The service functions are only available for use by V-ZUG Service staff.

7 Care and maintenance

Ideally, clean the appliance when it has completely cooled down. ? Burns hazard!

Always clean the hob after use. This prevents food residue from burning on. Dried-on or burned-on food residue is harder to clean off. Use of improper cleaning techniques can result in damage to the markings or surface.

Avoid cleaning the surface of the glass ceramic hob with abrasive cleaning agents, scouring pads, wire wool, etc. as they can damage the surface.

• Use only a soft cloth or sponge with water and standard washing-up liquid for cleaning everyday soiling.
• Remove stubborn soiling, e.g. boiled-over milk, while still warm using a glass ceramic hob scraper. Always follow the scraper manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Foods with a high sugar content, e.g. marmalade, that boil over should be removed while still hot using a glass ceramic hob scraper. The surface of the glass ceramic hob could otherwise become damaged.
• Remove melted plastic while still warm using a glass ceramic hob scraper. The surface of the glass ceramic hob could otherwise become damaged.
• Remove limescale stains when cool with a small amount of mild vinegar cleaner or lemon juice. Then wipe clean with a damp cloth.
• Use a suitable Cleaning agent (see page 27) to remove stubborn soiling.

Cleaning

For good results, follow these cleaning instructions.

• To clean thoroughly, remove most of the soiling using a hob scraper or a special cleaning sponge for glass ceramic hobs.
• Add a few drops of a suitable Cleaning agent (see page 27) to the cold hob surface and rub over the surface using kitchen towel or a clean cloth.
• Wipe off with a wet cloth and then polish with a dry cloth or the soft side of a suitable cleaning sponge.

7.1 Cleaning agent

Glass ceramic with standard glass

Only use the cleaning agents and methods for glass ceramic that we recommend.

8 Trouble-shooting

You may be able to trouble-shoot the following malfunctions yourself. If not, note down the error message in full (message, F and E numbers) and call Customer Services.

8.1 Error messages

If U and F messages occur, any hotplates that are switched on will be switched off.

8.2 After a power failure

The user settings remain unchanged.

8.3 Other possible problems

Hotplates overlap in the display.

• Hob cannot detect size of cookware.
• Base of cookware is not standing completely on the hob.

Lift the cookware up and then place back down on the hob.

The hotplate switches to power level “0” during operation.

• The cookware is not suitable for use with induction hobs or has a diameter of ≤10 cm.

Use undamaged, induction-compatible cookware (see page 10) with a diameter of ≥10 cm.

9 Accessories

Premium Teppan Yaki plate

10 Technical data

10.1 Product fiche

In accordance with EU Regulation No. 66/2014

11 Tips and tricks

10.2 EcoStandby

To prevent unnecessary energy consumption, the appliance is equipped with the automatic energy-saving EcoStandby function.

Power consumption can be reduced to a minimum provided the following conditions are met:

• The “V-ZUG-Home mode ⚙️” user setting is selected.
• The timer is switched off.
• The fan is switched off.
• The residual heat indicator is switched off.
• No error messages appear.
• The appliance has been in stand-by mode for at least 5 minutes.

Despite EcoStandby, all safety functions remain active.

10.3 Reference to “Open Source” licence

Your appliance contains the open-source software Newlib, which is subject to the licence conditions according to chapter 4.1 (4.1.1–4.1.8; 4.1.9; 4.1.10; 4.1.14–4.1.16) of the enclosed open-source software licence text document.

11.1 Energy-efficient cooking

For maximum energy efficiency and even heat distribution note the following:

• The base of the cookware must be clean, dry and smooth.
• The base of cookware must be flat.
• Use a well-fitting lid.
• Match the diameter of the cookware to the quantity of food to be cooked.
• Use insulated pans or pressure cookers to cook food with long cooking times.
• Use a steam insert to cook vegetables such as potatoes.

11.2 Deep frying

The intense heat used in deep frying can affect the performance of the hob/appliance.

• Place the cookware on the back left or back right of the hob.

12 Disposal

12.1 Packaging

Never allow children to play with packaging material due to the danger of injury or suffocation. Store the packaging material in a safe location or dispose of it in an environmentally-friendly way.

12.2 Safety

Render the appliance unusable to prevent accidents caused by improper use (e.g. through children playing):

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician. Then cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance.

12.3 Disposal

The “crossed-out wheeled bin” symbol requires the separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Such equipment can contain hazardous, environmentally harmful materials.

These appliances are to be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and must not be disposed of with unsorted household waste. And in this way, you will be helping to protect resources and the environment.

For more information, please contact the local authorities.

14 Service & Support

The “Trouble-shooting” section gives you valuable tips on how to deal with minor malfunctions yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service technician and any cost that goes along with it.

Information on the V-ZUG warranty can be found at www.vzug.com →Service →Warranty information. Please read this information carefully.

Please register your appliance straightaway online at www.vzug.com →Service →Warranty registration. This will allow you to take advantage of the best possible support in the event of a fault in the appliance during the guarantee period. You will require the serial number (SN) and appliance designation to register your appliance. You will find them on the identification plate of your appliance.

My appliance information:

SN: __________________________ Appliance: ________________________________

Please have this appliance information to hand when contacting V-ZUG. Thank you.

Where is the identification plate?

1. Identification plate with serial number (SN)

A second identification plate is supplied and should be affixed in the fitted unit underneath the hob.

Your repair order

At www.vzug.com →Service→Service number you will find the telephone number of your nearest V-ZUG service centre.

Technical questions, accessories, warranty extensions

V-ZUG is happy to help you with any general administrative or technical queries, to take your orders for accessories and spare parts and to inform you about our progressive service agreements.

Quick instructions

Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions!

To switch appliance on

• Hold the button depressed until the displays appear.

Using cookware on the hob

• Place the cookware on the hob so that the base of cookware stands fully on the hob.
• The hotplate detected appears in the display.
• Touch the hotplate shown in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select the desired power level.
• The power level selected appears in the hotplate shown.

To switch hotplate off

• Select a hotplate in the display.
• The slider appears in the display.
• Touch or slide your finger along the slider to select power level “0”.
• The hotplate is switched off.
• The power level “0” appears in the hotplate display.
• Remove the cookware from the hob.
• The hotplate display goes out.

To switch appliance off

• Hold the button depressed until the following appears in the display: “Residual heat”.
• The appliance cools down.
• The appliance switches itself off after it has cooled down.

V-ZUG Ltd, Industriestrasse 66, CH-6302 Zug info@vzug.com, www.vzug.com