Cata Induction Hob ISB-3102 BK/A

Model Numbers: CATA ISB-3102 BK/A, ISB 3002 BK, ISB 3102 BK

Manufacturer: CATA ELECTRODOMÉSTICOS, S.L.

General Information

This appliance is conceived for domestic use only. The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for any injuries or damages caused by incorrect installation or unsuitable, wrong, or absurd use.

The manufacturer declares that this product meets all the essential requirements for low voltage electrical material set out in European directive 2014/35/EU and for electromagnetic compatibility as required by European directive 2014/30/EU.

Safety Precautions

When the hob is in use, keep all magnetizable objects away (credit cards, floppy disks, calculators, etc.).
Do not use aluminum foil or place foodstuffs wrapped in aluminum foil directly on the hob. Do not place metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons, and lids on the hob surface as they will heat up.
When cooking in a non-stick pan without seasoning, do not exceed 1-2 minutes of pre-heating time.
When cooking food that may easily stick, start at a low power output level and then slowly increase while regularly stirring.
After cooking is finished, switch off using the control provided (turn down to "0"), and do not rely on the pan sensor.
If the surface of the hob is damaged, immediately disconnect the appliance from the mains to prevent the possibility of electric shock.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean the hob.
The appliance and accessible parts may be hot during operation. Take care to avoid touching the heating elements.
Children less than 8 years of age should be kept at a safe distance unless continuously supervised.
This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised and have received suitable instructions on safe use and understand the dangers involved. Children must not play with the appliance. User maintenance and cleaning should not be carried out by children except under constant supervision.
Cooking with grease or oil may be dangerous and cause a fire if left unattended. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water. Rather, disconnect the appliance and then cover the flames with a cover or sheet.
Fire hazard: do not store elements on cooking surfaces.
Only countertop protectors designed for use with the cooking appliance and listed in the manufacturer's instructions should be used. Use of unsuitable protectors may cause accidents.
WARNING: Accessible parts will become hot when in use. To avoid burns and scalds, children should be kept away.
Insert in the fixed wiring a means for disconnection from the supply mains having a contact separation in all poles that provide full disconnection under overvoltage category III conditions, in accordance with the wiring rules. The plug or omnipolar switch must be easily reached on the installed equipment.
This appliance is not intended to be used via an external timer or a remote control system.
The manufacturers decline any responsibility in the event of non-compliance with what is described above and the accident prevention norms not being respected and followed.
To avoid all risk, if the power cable becomes damaged, it must only be replaced by the manufacturer, by an authorized service center, or by a qualified electrician.
People with a heart pacemaker should consult with their doctor before using this unit.

Operating Principle (Fig. 1)

The hob exploits the electromagnetic properties of most cooking vessels. The coil (inductor) produces the electromagnetic field, which is operated and controlled by the electronic circuit. The heat is transmitted to food by the cooking vessel itself.

Key Components (Fig. 1):

Vessel
Induced current
Magnetic field
Inductor
Electronic circuit
Power supply

The cooking process offers minimum heat loss (high efficiency). The system stops automatically when the vessel is removed or even just lifted from the hob. The electronic circuit guarantees maximum flexibility and fine adjustments.

Key Controls

The induction hob features the following controls:

Reference	Description
A	Zone select key
B	Child lock key
C	ON/OFF key ⏻
D	Power/Timer slider regulating key
E	Boost control key
F	Timer key

Using Your Induction Hob

Starting Cooking

Touch the ON/OFF control (C). After power on, a buzzer beeps once, and all displays show "–", indicating the hob has entered standby mode.
Place a suitable pan on the cooking zone you wish to use. Ensure the bottom of the pan and the surface of the cooking zone are clean and dry.
Select the relevant zone by pressing the zone select key (A). The symbol for the selected zone will light up.
Adjust the heat setting by touching the slider regulating key (D) control. Use the '+' to increase power and '-' to decrease power.

Note: If you do not choose a heat setting within 1 minute, the induction hob will automatically turn off. You can modify the heat setting at any time during cooking.

Finishing Cooking

Touch the relevant zone select key (A) that you wish to switch off.
Press the slider regulating key (D) control to the "0" level.

Hot Surface Indicator: The letter "H" will show which cooking zone is hot to touch. It will disappear when the surface has cooled down to a safe temperature. This feature can also be used for energy saving by heating further pans on a still-hot surface.

Boost Function

Activate Boost: Select the heating zone (A), then touch the boost control key (E). The indicator will show "P.", and the power will reach maximum.

Cancel Boost: Select the zone (A), then use the slider regulating key (D) to cancel the Boost function. The cooking zone will revert to level 9. The Boost function can work on any cooking zone and reverts to level 9 after 5 minutes.

Child Lock Function

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

To Lock Controls: Touch the keylock control (B) for 3 seconds. The timer indicator will show "Lo".

To Unlock Controls: Ensure the induction hob is turned on. Touch and hold the keylock control (B) for a while. You can now start using your induction hob.

Note: When the hob is in lock mode, all controls are disabled except OFF. The OFF control can always be used in an emergency, but the hob must be unlocked for the next operation.

Safety Features

Over-Temperature Protection: A temperature sensor monitors the hob's internal temperature and stops operation automatically if an excessive temperature is detected.
Detection of Small Articles: If an unsuitable size or non-magnetic pan (e.g., aluminum), or another small item (e.g., knife, fork, key) is left on the hob, the hob automatically goes into standby mode in 1 minute. The fan will continue cooling the induction hob for a further 1 minute.
Auto Shutdown Protection: This safety function automatically shuts down the hob if you forget to turn it off. Default working times for various power levels are shown below:

Power level	1~3	4~6	7~8	9
Default working timer (min)	240	180	120	90

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

Using the Timer

You can use the timer in two ways:

Minute Minder: The timer will not turn any cooking zone off when the set time is up.
Zone Timer: Sets a specific cooking zone to turn off after the set time.

The timer can be set for up to 99 minutes.

Using the Timer as a Minute Minder

If you are not selecting any cooking zone:

Ensure the cooktop is turned on.
Touch the Timer key (F). The minder indicator will start flashing "10". You can now set the timer.
Use the "+" or "-" buttons to set the timing from 1 to 99 minutes. Tap for 1-minute increments; touch and hold for 10-minute increments. Touching both "-" and "+" together cancels the timer.
When the time is set, it will begin to count down immediately, showing the remaining time.
A buzzer will beep for 30 seconds, and the timer indicator will turn off when the setting time is finished.

Note: The minute minder function only works in normal mode.

Setting the Timer to Turn One or More Cooking Zones Off

If the timer is set for one zone:

Select the relevant cooking zone by touching its zone select key (A).
Press the Timer key (F). The minder indicator will start flashing "10". You can now set the timer.
Use the "+" or "-" buttons to set the timing from 1 to 99 minutes. Tap for 1-minute increments; touch and hold for 10-minute increments. Touching both "-" and "+" together cancels the timer.
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.

Note: The red dot next to the power level indicator will illuminate, indicating that the zone is selected.

When the cooking timer expires, the corresponding cooking zone will be switched off automatically. Other cooking zones will keep operating if they were turned on previously.
When using the timer as an alarm and to switch off zones together, the display will show the remaining time of the alarm as the first priority. Press the cooking zone to show the remaining time for the switch-off timer.

Cooking Vessels (Fig. 3)

For optimal performance with your induction hob:

Use magnet-attracting vessels. Test by holding a magnet to the base; if it sticks, the vessel is suitable.
Prefer vessels specifically declared as suitable for induction cooking.
Use flat-bottomed and thick-bottomed vessels.
A vessel with a diameter matching the cooking zone ensures maximum power exploitation.
Smaller vessels reduce power exploitation but do not cause energy loss. However, vessels with diameters smaller than 10 cm are not recommended.
Suitable materials include stainless-steel vessels with multi-layer or ferritic stainless-steel bottoms.
Cast-iron vessels, preferably with an enamel bottom, are recommended to avoid scratching the pyroceram surface.
Not recommended: Glass, ceramic, earthenware, aluminum, copper, or non-magnetic (austenitic) stainless-steel vessels.

Maintenance (Fig. 4)

To avoid damaging the hob surface:

Immediately remove any aluminum foil bits, food spills, grease splashes, sugar marks, and other high-sugar content food from the surface using a scraper.
Subsequently, clean the surface with a towel and an appropriate cleaning product. Rinse with water and dry with a clean cloth.
Under no circumstances should sponges or abrasive cloths be used. Avoid using aggressive chemical detergents such as oven sprays and spot removers.

Installation

Installer's Instructions: These instructions are for qualified technicians and serve as a guide for installation, adjustment, and maintenance according to current laws and standards. Always disconnect the appliance from the electrical system before performing any operations.

Positioning (Fig. 5): The hob is designed for fitting into a worktop as shown in the figure. Apply the supplied sealing agent along the hob perimeter. Do not install the hob over an oven unless the oven is equipped with an appropriate cooling system, there is no warm-air leakage from the oven towards the hob, and suitable air-inlets are provided.

Electrical Connection (Fig. 6): Before carrying out the electrical connection, ensure that:

The plant characteristics match those indicated on the rating plate at the bottom of the working area.
The plant is fitted with an efficient earth connection, following current standards and law provisions. Earth connection is compulsory by law.
If the equipment is not supplied with a cable and/or plug, use suitable absorption material for the working temperature, as indicated on the rating plate. The cable must not reach a temperature above 50°C of the ambient temperature.

Manufacturer Information

CATA ELECTRODOMÉSTICOS, S.L.

Offices: c/ Anabel Segura, 11, Edif. A, 3a pl. 28108. Alcobendas. Madrid. España

Factory: c/ del Ter 2, Apdo. 9. 08570. Torelló. Barcelona. España

Tel: +34 938 594 100 - Fax: +34 938 594 101

Website: www.cnagroup.es - Email: cna@cnagroup.es

Customer Service: 902 410 450 / +34 938 521 818 - Email: info@cnagroup.es

SAT Central Portugal: +351 214 349 771 - Email: service@junis.pt

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