Gaggenau CI 283 Induction Hob

1 Safety

Observe the following safety instructions.

1.1 General information

• Read this instruction manual carefully.
• Keep the instructions, the appliance and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner.
• Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit.

1.2 Intended use

Only a licensed professional may connect appliances without plugs. Damage caused by incorrect connection is not covered under the warranty.

The appliance can only be used safely if it is correctly installed according to the safety instructions. The installer is responsible for ensuring that the appliance works perfectly at its installation location.

Only use this appliance:

• To prepare meals and drinks.
• Under supervision. Never leave the appliance unattended when cooking for short periods.
• In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic environment.
• Up to an altitude of max. 4000 m above sea level.

Do not use the appliance:

• With an external timer or a separate remote control. This does not apply if operation with appliances included in EN 50615 is switched off.

When using the cooking functions, set the hotplate on which you have placed the saucepan with the temperature sensor.

If you wear an active implantable medical device (e.g. a pacemaker or defibrillator), check with your doctor that it complies with Council Directive 90/385/EEC of 20th June 1990, EN 45502-2-1 and EN 45502-2-2, and that it has been chosen, implanted and programmed in accordance with VDE-AR-E 2750-10. If these conditions are satisfied, and if, in addition, non-metal cooking utensils and cookware with non-metal handles are used, it is safe to use this induction hob as intended.

1.3 Restriction on user group

This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers.

• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Children must not perform cleaning or user maintenance unless they are at least 15 years old and are being supervised.
• Keep children under the age of 8 years away from the appliance and power cable.

1.4 Safe use

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of fire!

• Leaving fat or oil cooking on an unattended hob can be dangerous and may lead to fires. Never leave hot oil or fat unattended.
• Never attempt to extinguish a fire using water; instead, switch off the appliance and then cover with a lid or a fire blanket.
• The cooking surface becomes very hot. Never place flammable objects on the cooking surface or in its immediate vicinity. Never place objects on the cooking surface.
• The appliance will become hot. Do not keep combustible objects or aerosol cans in drawers directly underneath the hob.
• Hob covers can cause accidents, for example due to overheating, catching fire or materials shattering. Do not use hob covers.
• After every use, switch off the hob using the main switch. Do not wait until the hob turns off automatically as there are no longer any pots and pans on it.
• Food may catch fire. The cooking process must be monitored. A short process must be monitored continuously.

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of burns!

• The appliance and its parts that can be touched become hot during use, particularly the hob surround, if fitted. Caution should be exercised here in order to avoid touching heating elements.
• Young children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance.
• Hob protective grilles may cause accidents. Never use hob protective grilles.

The appliance becomes hot during operation.

• Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning.
• Metal objects on the hob quickly become very hot. Never place metal objects (such as knives, forks, spoons and lids) on the hob.

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of electric shock!

• Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
• If the power cord or the appliance power cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special power cord or special appliance power cable, which is available from the manufacturer or its Customer Service.
• If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never operate a damaged appliance.
• If the surface is cracked, you must switch off the appliance in order to prevent a possible electrical shock. To do this, switch off the appliance via the fuse in the fuse box rather than at the main switch.
• Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains.
• If the appliance or the power cable is damaged, immediately switch off the fuse in the fuse box. Call customer services. [See Page 30]
• An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock. Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the appliance.
• The insulation on cables of electrical appliances may melt if it touches hot parts of the appliance. Never bring electrical appliance cables into contact with hot parts of the appliance.
• If metallic objects come into contact with the fan that is located on the underside of the hob, this may cause an electric shock. Do not store long, pointed metallic objects in the drawers below the hob.

2 Avoiding material damage

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of injury!

• Saucepans may suddenly jump due to liquid between the saucepan base and the hotplate. Always keep hotplates and saucepan bases dry. Never use icy-cold cookware that has been in the freezer.
• The wireless temperature sensor is equipped with a battery, which may become damaged if it is exposed to high temperatures. Remove the sensor from the cookware and store it away from any heat sources.
• The temperature sensor may be very hot when removing it from the saucepan. Wear oven gloves or use a tea towel to remove it.
• When cooking in a bain marie, the hob and cooking container could shatter due to overheating. The cooking container in the bain marie must not directly touch the bottom of the water-filled pot. Only use heat-resistant cookware.
• An appliance with a cracked or broken surface can cause cuts. Do not use the appliance if it has a cracked or broken surface.

⚠️ WARNING – Danger: Magnetism!

• The removable control element is magnetic and may affect electronic implants, e.g. heart pacemakers or insulin pumps. Persons with electronic implants must stand at least 10 cm away from the magnetic control element. Never put the control element in your pockets.
• The wireless temperature sensor is magnetic and can damage electronic implants, e.g. heart pacemakers or insulin pumps. Persons with electronic implants must stand at least 10 cm away from the magnetic control element. Never put the control element in your pockets.

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of suffocation!

• Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap themselves up in it and suffocate. Keep packaging material away from children. Do not let children play with packaging material.
• Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them to suffocate. Keep small parts away from children. Do not let children play with small parts.

Common causes of damage and tips

3 Environmental protection and saving energy

3.1 Disposing of packaging

The packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be recycled.

• Sort the individual components by type and dispose of them separately.

3.2 Saving energy

If you follow these instructions, your appliance will use less energy.

• Select the cooking zone to match the size of your pan. Centre the cookware on the hob.
• Use cookware whose base diameter is the same diameter as the hotplate. Tip: Cookware manufacturers often give the upper diameter of the saucepan. It is often larger than the base diameter.
• Unsuitable cookware or incompletely covered cooking zones consume a lot of energy.
• Cover saucepans with suitable lids. Cooking without a lid consumes considerably more energy.
• Lift lids as infrequently as possible. When you lift the lid, a lot of energy escapes.
• Use a glass lid. You can see into the pan through a glass lid without having to lift it.
• Use pots and pans with flat bases. Uneven bases increase energy consumption.
• Use cookware that is suitable for the quantity of food. Large items of cookware containing little food need more energy to heat up.
• Cook with only a little water. The more water that is contained in the cookware, the more energy is required to heat it up.
• Turn down to a lower power level early on. If you use an ongoing power level that is too high, you will waste energy.

Product Information according (EU) 66/2014 can be found on the attached appliance pass and online on the product page for your appliance.

4 Suitable cookware

Cookware that is suitable for induction cooking must have a ferromagnetic base, i.e. it must be attracted by a magnet. The base must also match the size of the cooking zone. If cookware is not detected on a cooking zone, place this on the cooking zone with the next smallest diameter.

4.1 Size and characteristics of the cookware

To be able correctly detect the cookware, you must take the size and the material of the cookware into consideration. All cookware bases must be perfectly flat and smooth. Use Cookware test to check whether the cookware is suitable. Refer to "Cookware test", Page 21 for more details.

Notes:

• Do not use adapter plates between the hob and the cookware.
• Do not heat up empty cookware and do not use cookware with a thin base, as this may become very hot.

5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance

5.1 Cooking with induction

In comparison to conventional hobs, induction technology brings with it a series of changes and has a number of benefits such as time savings when cooking and frying, energy savings as well as greater ease of cleaning and care. It also offers improved heat control as the heat is generated directly in the cookware.

5.2 Control panel

Individual details, such as colour and shape, may differ from the figure.

Tips:

• Always keep the control panel clean and dry.
• Do not place any cookware near the displays or buttons. The electronics may overheat.

Selection sensors

When you switch on the hob, the symbols for the controls available at this time light up white. When a function is switched on, its display lights up orange.

Depending on the status of the hob, the displays for the cooking zones and the various activated and available functions also light up.

5.3 Distribution of the cooking zones

The specified power has been measured with the standard pots, which are described in IEC/EN 60335-2-6. The power may vary depending on the size of the cookware or cookware material.

6 Control element TwistPad

6.1 Positioning and operating TwistPad

Position the rotary knob so that it is centred on the programming zone in relation to the displays that limit this zone.

To switch on a cooking zone, push the rotary knob at the level of the required cooking zone. Turn the rotary knob to select the power level.

Note: The rotary knob still functions correctly even if the knob is not precisely centred.

Always keep the rotary knob clean. Soiling may impair the function.

6.2 Instructions for use

• A strong magnet is located inside the rotary knob. Keep the rotary knob away from magnetic data carriers such as credit cards and cards with magnetic strips. It may damage them. The magnet may also cause faults on televisions and screens.
• The rotary knob is magnetic. Metal particles stuck to the bottom may scratch the surface of the hob. Always clean the twist knob thoroughly.

6.3 Removing TwistPad

You can remove the rotary knob from the cooking zone during the cooking process. If you remove the rotary knob, the Wipe protection function is switched on for 10 minutes. If you do not reset the rotary knob to its position before this time elapses, the hob switches off.

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of fire!

The hob may continue to heat up. If, during this 10 seconds, a metallic object is placed in the area of the TwistPad, the cooking zone may continue to heat up. Always switch off the hob at the main switch.

7 Before using for the first time

Observe the following recommendations.

7.1 Initial cleaning

Remove any leftover packaging from the hob surface and wipe the surface with a damp cloth. You can find a list of recommended detergents on the official website www.gaggenau.com. More information on care and cleaning. [See Page 25]

7.2 Cooking with induction

In comparison to conventional hobs, induction technology brings with it a series of changes and has a number of benefits such as time savings when cooking and frying, energy savings as well as greater ease of cleaning and care. It also offers improved heat control as the heat is generated directly in the cookware.

7.3 Cookware

You can find a list of recommended cookware on the official website www.gaggenau.com. Further information on suitable cookware. [See Page 5]

7.4 Setting Home Connect

When you first switch on the appliance, you are prompted to set up your home network. The symbol lights up for a few seconds on the display panel.

To begin setting up the connection, touch the sensor and proceed in accordance with the information given in the section entitled "Home Connect ", Page 21. To exit initial set-up, touch any sensor.

8 Basic operation

8.1 Switching on the hob

• Touch . The symbols for the cooking zones and the currently available functions light up. lights up next to the cooking zones. Set the rotary knob on the settings range.
• The hob is ready for use.

Reactivate

If you switch the appliance on within four seconds of switching it off, the hob operates with the settings that were previously set.

8.2 Switching the hob off

• Touch until the displays go out.
• All cooking zones are switched off.

Note: If all of the cooking zones are switched off for longer than 20 seconds, the hob is automatically switched off.

8.3 Setting the power level in the cooking zones

The cooking zone has 17 power levels, which are displayed from 1 to 9 with intermediate values. Select the best power level for the food and the planned cooking process.

1. Select the cooking zone. To do this, touch the rotary knob at the level for the required hob. lights up brighter.
2. Turn the rotary knob until the required power level lights up on the display.
3. The power level has been set.

Note: If no cookware is placed on the cooking zone or the pot is not suitable, the selected power level flashes. After a certain period of time, the cooking zone switches itself off.

QuickStart

If you place cookware on the hob before you switch it on, the cookware is detected when you switch on and the corresponding cooking zone is selected automatically. Select the power level in the next 20 seconds, or the hob switches itself off.

Changing the power level and switching off the cooking zone

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Select the required power level or use the rotary knob to set it to 0.
3. The cooking zone's power level changes or the cooking zone switches itself off and the residual heat indicator appears.

8.4 Cooking tips

• When heating up puree, cream soups or thick sauces, stir occasionally.
• To preheat, set the power level 8-9.
• When cooking with the lid on, reduce the power level as soon as you see steam escaping. The cooking result is not affected by the steam escaping.
• After cooking, place a lid on the cookware until you serve the dish.
• To cook with the pressure cooker, observe the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not cook food for too long, otherwise nutrients will be lost. The kitchen timer enables you to set the optimal cooking time.
• Ensure that the oil does not smoke.
• To brown the food, fry it in small portions, one after the other.
• Some items of cookware may reach high temperatures while the food is cooking. You should therefore use oven gloves.
• You can find recommendations for energy-efficient cooking under "Saving energy", Page 5.

Cooking recommendations

The table shows which power level () is suitable for which food. The cooking time () may vary depending on the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food.

9 Flex Zone

The flexible cooking zone allows you to position cookware of any shape or size any way you like. It consists of four inductors that work independently of each other. When the flexible cooking zone is in use, only the area that is covered by cookware is activated.

9.1 Positioning the cookware

The flexible cooking zone can be configured in two ways, depending on which cookware is used. In order to guarantee good thermal detection and heat distribution, we recommend positioning the cookware in the centre, as shown in the figures.

As a connected cooking zone

Recommended for cooking with just one item of cookware.

Position the cookware depending on the size:

• Ø ≤ 13 cm: [Image of small circle]
• Ø > 13 cm: [Image of large circle]

Recommended oblong cookware: [Image of oblong cookware]

As two separate cooking zones

Recommended for cooking with two items of cookware.

9.2 Flex Zone connect

By default, the flexible zone is configured as two separate cooking zones. Switch on the following function to connect the cooking zones:

1. Select one of the two cooking zones.
2. Press . The display lights up. The zone is connected.

Note: If you move or lift the cookware from an active connected cooking zone, an automatic search starts. Each item of cookware that is found within the cooking zone during this search is heated at the previously selected power level.

9.3 Flex Zone disconnecting

• Touch . The cooking zones are separated and work independently of each other.

10 Time-setting options

Your hob has various functions for setting the cooking time:

• Switch-off timer
• Timer
• Runtime

10.1 Switch-off timer

Allows you to program a cooking time for one or more cooking zones. Once the time has elapsed, the cooking zone is automatically switched off.

Switching on Switch-off timer

1. Select the cooking zone and the power level.
2. Touch . lights up in the cooking zone.
3. Use the rotary knob to select the cooking time. The cooking time begins to count down.
4. Once the cooking time has elapsed, the cooking zone is switched off and a signal tone sounds.

Notes:

• When you set a cooking time for a cooking zone in which the Frying Sensor is activated, the cooking time will not start counting down until the selected temperature level has been reached.
• When you set a cooking time for a cooking zone in which the Cooking sensor is activated, the cooking time will not start counting down until the selected temperature level has been reached.

Changing or switching off Switch-off timer

1. Select the cooking zone and then touch .
2. Use TwistPad to change the cooking time or set it to 00 to delete the cooking time.

10.2 Timer

Enables the activation of a timer of 0-99 minutes. This function can be used independently of the cooking zones and other settings. It does not automatically switch off the cooking zones.

Switching on Timer

1. Touch .
2. Use the rotary knob to select the required time.
3. Use to confirm the setting. The time starts to elapse. A signal tone sounds and the displays flash once the time has elapsed.

Changing or switching off the Timer

1. Touch .
2. Change the running time using the rotary knob or set it to 00 to delete the running time.
3. Press to confirm.

Timer Plus

If you press for a few seconds before the signal tone ends, the Runtime function is switched on. The display shows the time that has elapsed since the end of the programmed time for the Timer function. The time that was previously set flashes Timer on the function display.

• Press and hold for a few seconds. Runtime stops and the displays go out. The function is switched off.

10.3 Runtime

The stopwatch function displays the time that has elapsed since activation.

Switching on Runtime

• Touch . light up. The time begins to count down.

Switching off Runtime

1. Touch . The function stops. The displays continue to light up.
2. If you touch again while it is still orange, the time continues to elapse.

11 Professional cooking function

You can use this function to set a preset power level for each cooking zone. Set down a suitable item of cookware within 9.5 minutes to apply the default value.

11.1 Activating the professional cooking function

1. Switch on the hob.
2. Press . The preset power levels light up on the cooking zone displays.
3. Set down a suitable item of cookware within 8 minutes. Once the cookware is detected, the corresponding cooking zone is selected. You can adjust the power level using the rotary knob. The power level displays for the unoccupied cooking zones start flashing if the adjustment time has elapsed.
4. Touch the symbol again within 90 seconds to extend the professional cooking function. If you do not touch the symbol, the unused cooking zones are switched off.

Notes:

• You can also set the keep-warm function in professional cooking mode.
• If you set down unsuitable cookware, e.g. aluminium cookware, the power level display flashes until you remove the cookware. Check the section "Checking the cookware" to see whether your cookware is suitable for induction cooking. [See Page 21]

11.2 Switching off the professional cooking function

You can switch off the function in two ways:

Switching off immediately

• Press . All cooking zones switch to the power 0. The symbol lights up white.

Automatic switch-off

The function ends automatically: If, after 8 minutes, no suitable cookware has been set down on one or more cooking zones, and the corresponding cooking zone displays start flashing for 90 seconds.

• To switch off the function, press twice.
• If you do not touch , the professional cooking function switches off automatically after 90 seconds. lights up white and the cooking zones without cookware switch to power level 0. The cooking zones remain in operation at the set power level.

11.3 Changing settings

You can change the default settings in the "Basic settings" menu [See Page 20].

12 Booster for pots

You can use this function to heat up large volumes of water more quickly than with 9. This function is available for all cooking zones, provided the other cooking zone in the same group is not in use.

12.1 Switching on Booster for pots

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Touch . The display lights up. The function is switched on.

Note: You can also switch on this function when cooking with a connected FlexZone.

12.2 Switching off Booster for pots

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Touch . The display goes out and the cooking zone switches back to the 9 power level. The function has been deactivated.

Note: In certain circumstances, this function may switch itself off automatically in order to protect the electronic elements inside the hob.

13 Booster for pans

You can use this function to heat up pans more quickly than with 9.

This function is available for all cooking zones, provided the other cooking zone in the same group is not in use.

13.1 Recommended applications

• Do not place a lid on the pan.
• Never leave pans unattended when they are heating up.
• Only use cold pans.
• Use pans with a completely flat base. Do not use pans with a thin base.

13.2 Switching on Booster for pans

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Touch . The display lights up. The function is switched on.

Note: You can also switch on this function when cooking with a connected FlexZone.

13.3 Switching off Booster for pans

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Touch . The display goes out and the cooking zone switches back to the 9 power level. The function has been deactivated.

Note: To avoid high temperatures, this function automatically switches itself off after 30 seconds.

14 Keep-warm function

You can use this function to melt chocolate or butter and to keep meals warm.

14.1 Switching on Keep-warm function

1. Select the required cooking zone.
2. Touch within the next 10 seconds. lights up. The function is switched on.

14.2 Switching off Keep-warm function

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Touch . goes out. The function has been deactivated.

15 Transfer settings

You can use this function to transfer the power level, set cooking time and selected cooking function from one cooking zone to another.

15.1 Transfer settings

Requirement: Move the cookware to a cooking zone which is not switched on, which you have not yet preset and on which no other cookware has been previously placed.

1. Move the cookware within 90 seconds. [Image of cookware being moved]
2. The cookware is detected and the previously selected power level flashes on the display for the new cooking zone. lights up.
3. In order to implement the settings, use the rotary knob to select the new cooking zone. The appliance sets the power level for the original cooking zone to 0. The settings are transferred to the new cooking zone.

16 Meal assistant

The cooking assistant is guaranteed to make cooking simple and it promises outstanding cooking results.

If you have selected the required temperature, the sensors continuously measure the temperature of the cookware and keep it constant during the cooking process.

Advantages

• Once the selected temperature is reached, it automatically keeps it constant, saving energy.
• The oil will not overheat and the food will not boil over.

16.1 Frying Sensor

Suitable for cooking or reducing sauces, pancakes or frying eggs with butter, for frying vegetables or steaks up to the required level of boiling, and for keeping the temperature under control. This function is available on all cooking zones marked with this symbol .

Temperature levels

Temperature levels for preparing meals.

Recommended cookware

Special cookware has been developed for this function, which delivers the best results. The recommended cookware is available from customer service, specialist retailers or our online shop www.gaggenau.com.

Note: You can also use other cookware. Depending on the composition of the cookware, the achieved temperature may differ from the selected temperature level.

Switching on the Frying Sensor

1. Place the empty cookware on the cooking zone.
2. Select the cooking zone and touch . lights up on the cooking zone display. The temperature setting is displayed.
3. Within the next 10 seconds, use the rotary knob to select the required temperature setting. The display for the cooking zones shows the progress of heating up a cooking zone from to and flashes alternately with the selected temperature. Once the set temperature setting has been reached, a signal tone sounds and the heating indicator goes out. The temperature setting is displayed.
4. Add the frying fat and then the food to the frying pan.

Note: If you need to cook with more than 250 ml oil, add the oil and wait a few seconds before you add the food.

Switching off Frying Sensor

• Select the cooking zone and touch . The function has been deactivated.

Recommendations for cooking with Frying Sensor

The following table shows the ideal temperature levels for a selection of dishes. The temperature and the cooking time depend on the amount, condition and quality of the food.

16.2 Cooking sensor

You can use this function to heat up, cook or boil foods, cook with the pressure cooker or fry in a pot with a lot of oil at a controlled temperature. In order to use these functions, you need the wireless cooking sensor for wireless cooking. This function is available for all cooking zones with the wireless cooking sensor on the normal cookware.

Temperature levels

Temperature levels for preparing meals.

Notes on the Cooking sensor function

• The wireless cooking sensor measures the temperature of the liquid through the silicone base attached to the container. To ensure correct measurement, the silicone base must be completely covered by the liquid to be measured.
• The frame of the wireless cooking sensor and the silicone base fitted on the cookware must be completely dry before you can start cooking.
• Do not remove the wireless cooking sensor during cooking. After cooking, remove the sensor carefully as the sensor may be hot.
• To save energy, use a lid.
• Position the cookware in such a way that the wireless cooking sensor is pointing towards the outer side of the hob.
• To prevent overheating, never align the cooking sensor to any other hot cookware.

Switching on Cooking sensor

Requirement: Connect the wireless cooking sensor.

1. Attach the wireless cooking sensor to the cookware.
2. Place cookware filled with sufficient liquid on the required cooking zone and put the lid on.
3. Select the appropriate temperature level for the food that is to be cooked. The function is switched on. flashes until the water or oil has reached the appropriate temperature for adding the food. A signal sounds and the temperature symbol stops flashing.
4. Once the signal tone has sounded, remove the lid and add the food. Keep the lid on while cooking.

Switching off Cooking sensor

1. Select the cooking zone.
2. Set in the settings area. The functions are deactivated.

Note: To re-activate the cooking functions, wait for approximately 10 seconds.

Recommendations for cooking with Cooking sensor

The following table shows the ideal temperature levels for a selection of dishes. °C and min depend on the amount, condition and quality of the food.

16.3 Wireless cooking sensor

To use Cooking sensor, you must purchase a wireless cooking sensor. You can purchase the wireless cooking sensor from customer service, in our online shop or in a specialist shop www.gaggenau.com.

Connecting the wireless cooking sensor

To connect the wireless cooking sensor to the control panel, proceed as follows:

1. Select the basic setting . Basic settings [See Page 20] lights up.
2. Select the cooking zone whose display lights up. A signal tone sounds. flashes.

17 Wireless cooking sensor

17.1 Scope of delivery

After unpacking all of the parts, check for any transport damage and for completeness of delivery.

• Wireless cooking sensor
• Silicone patch
• Template

17.2 Attaching the silicone patch

The silicone patch secures the cooking sensor to the cookware. For fitting on the cookware:

1. The adhesive area on the cookware must be free from grease. Clean and dry the container thoroughly, and rub the adhesive area using alcohol, for example.
2. Remove the protective film from the silicone patch. Adhere the silicone patch to the outside of the cookware in the correct place using the enclosed template as a guide. [Image of silicone patch application]
3. Press down all over the surface of the silicone patch, including in the centre.

3. Briefly press the centre of the wireless cooking sensor within 30 seconds.

After a few seconds, the status of the connection between the cooking sensor and the control panel appears on the cooking zone's visual display.

Resetting the wireless cooking sensor

1. Press the centre of the cooking sensor for approx. 8 - 10 seconds. During this process, the LED display for the wireless cooking sensor lights up three times.
2. When the LED lights up for the third time, it will start to reset the temperature sensor.
3. Now stop pressing the centre of the wireless cooking sensor. As soon as the LED goes out, this means that the wireless cooking sensor has been reset.
4. Repeat the connection process from point 2.

Setting the boiling point

The point at which water starts to boil depends on the height of your home above sea level. If the water is boiling too vigorously or not vigorously enough, you can adjust the boiling point. Proceed as follows:

Select the basic setting . Basic settings [See Page 20]

Note: The temperature of 3/100 °C is sufficient to cook efficiently but, to set more intensive cooking, a lower level can be selected.

17.3 Attaching the wireless cooking sensor

1. Ensure that the silicone patch is completely dry before attaching the cooking sensor.
2. Attach the cooking onto the silicone patch so that it fits perfectly.

17.4 Replacing the battery

If the LED on the wireless cooking sensor does not light up when pressed, the battery is discharged. Changing the battery:

1. Remove the silicone cover from the lower section of the cooking sensor casing and remove both screws using a screwdriver.
2. Open the cooking sensor lid and remove the battery from the base. [Image of battery replacement]
3. Insert a new battery, observing the instructions for the battery poles. Only use premium-quality CR2032 batteries.

Note: Do not use any metal objects to remove the battery. Do not touch the battery connection points.

4. Close the cap on the cooking sensor. The indentations for the screws on the cap must be aligned with the indentations on the lower section of the housing. Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws and secure the silicone cover on the lower section of the cooking sensor housing.

17.5 Cleaning

Cooking sensor

Clean with a damp cloth. Do not place in the dishwasher and do not get it wet. When you are not using the cooking sensor, remove it from the cookware and store it in a clean, secure location, away from any heat sources.

Silicone patch

Clean and dry before attaching the cooking sensor. Dishwasher safe.

Note: The cookware with the silicone patch must not be left to soak for long periods in soapy water.

Window for the wireless cooking sensor

Always keep the window clean and dry. Important:

1. Remove dirt and oil splatters regularly.
2. For cleaning, use a cloth or a cotton bud and window-cleaning solution.

Notes:

• Do not use hard or rough objects such as bristle brushes or scouring pads to clean the hob, and do not use scouring agents.
• Do not touch the window for the wireless cooking sensor with your fingers; this will soil or scratch it.

17.6 Declaration of Conformity

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH hereby declares that the appliance with wireless cooking sensor function meets the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/53/EU. A detailed Declaration of Conformity in accordance with Directive RED can be found at www.gaggenau.com on the product page for your appliance under "Additional documents.

The logos and the Bluetooth® brand are registered trademarks and property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. These trademarks are used by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under licence. All other trademarks and trade names are owned by the respective companies.

18 Childproof lock

The hob is equipped with a childproof lock. This prevents children from switching on the hob.

18.1 Switching on Childproof lock

Requirement: The hob must be switched off.

• When you remove the rotary knob, lights up for 10 seconds. A signal tone sounds. The hob is locked.

18.2 Switching off Childproof lock

• Fit the rotary knob. The lock is released.

Note: When the hob is switched on and you remove the rotary knob, the Wipe protection function is switched on. If you do not use the rotary knob within 10 minutes, the hob is switched off and the Childproof lock function is switched on.

19 Wipe protection

Allows the control panel to be locked for cleaning so that the settings are not inadvertently adjusted. The lock has no effect on the main switch.

19.1 Switching on Wipe protection

• Remove the rotary knob. lights up. The cooking process continues. The control panel is locked for 10 minutes.

19.2 Switching off Wipe protection

To switch off the function early:

• Fit the rotary knob. The control panel is unlocked. The cooking processes continue.

20 Individual safety switch-off

The safety function is activated if one cooking zone is in operation for an extended period and you do not change any settings. The cooking zone displays and switches itself off.

The time from 1 to 10 hours depends on the selected power level. Press any button to switch on the cooking zone.

21 Basic settings

You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs.

21.1 Overview of the basic settings

21.2 To go to the basic settings

Requirement: The hob must be switched off.

1. To switch on the hob, touch .
2. Press within the next 10 seconds. and 07 light up as a presetting.
3. Touch repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
4. Use the rotary knob to change the desired setting.
5. Touch and hold for 4 seconds. The settings are saved.

21.3 Discarding changes to the basic settings

• Touch . All changes are discarded and not saved.

Product information

The first four displays provide the product information. To call up each individual display, turn the rotary knob.

22 Cookware test

The quality of the cookware has a major influence on the speed and the result of the cooking process. You can use this function to test the quality of the cookware. Before the test, ensure that the size of the cookware base corresponds to the size of the cooking zone being used. Access is via the basic settings. [See Page 20]

22.1 Carrying out Cookware test

As a single cooking zone, the flexible cooking zone is set in such a way that only the individual item of cookware is checked.

1. At room temperature, place the cookware with approx. 200 ml water in the centre of the cooking zone that best fits the base of the cookware in terms of size.
2. Call up the basic settings and select c7.
3. Turn the rotary knob. flashes in the cooking zones. The function is switched on. After 20 seconds, the result appears in the cooking zone displays.

22.2 Checking the result

You can see what the result means for the quality and speed of the cooking process in the following table.

Note: If you have any unfavourable results, reposition the cookware on a smaller cooking zone, if available. To switch the function on again, turn the rotary knob.

23 Power limitation

You can use this function to set the total power of the hob. The hob is set at the factory. You can find the maximum power of the hob on the rating plate. You can use this function to adjust the configuration to the requirements of each electrical installation.

To ensure that this set value is not exceeded, the hob automatically distributes the available power as needed between the cooking zones that are switched on. The appliance regulates and selects the highest power level automatically. You can find out how to do this in the "Basic settings" section [See Page 20]

24 Home Connect

This appliance is network-capable. Connecting your appliance to a mobile device lets you control its functions via the Home Connect app, adjust its basic settings and monitor its operating status.

The Home Connect services are not available in every country. The availability of the Home Connect function depends on the availability of Home Connect services in your country. You can find information about this at: www.home-connect.com.

The Home Connect app guides you through the entire login process. Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app to configure the settings.

Tip: Please also follow the instructions in the Home Connect app.

24.1 Setting up the Home Connect app

1. Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device.
2. Start the Home Connect app and set up access for Home Connect.

24.2 Setting up Home Connect

Requirements

• The appliance is connected to the power supply and is switched on.
• You have a mobile device with a current version of the iOS or Android operating system, e.g. a smartphone.
• The Home Connect app has been installed on your mobile device.
• The appliance is receiving signals from the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi) at its installation location.
• The mobile device and the appliance are within range of your home network's Wi-Fi signal.

1. Open the Home Connect app and scan the following QR code. [QR Code Image]

2. Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app.

24.3 Overview of the Home Connect settings

You can adjust the settings and network settings for Home Connect by going to your hob's basic settings.

24.4 Changing settings via the Home Connect app

You can use the Home Connect app to change the settings for the cooking zones and send them to the hob.

Requirements

• The hob is connected to the Wi-Fi and to the Home Connect app.
• To use the Home Connect app to set the hob, HC4 must be switched on in the basic settings. HC4 is switched on on delivery. If the option for the transmission of settings has been deactivated, only the hob's operating statuses are displayed in the Home Connect app.

1. Select the setting in the Home Connect app and send it to the hob. Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app. Settings that you send from the Home Connect app to the hob must be confirmed on the hob.
2. As soon as cooking settings are transmitted to a cooking zone, the cooking zone display starts to flash, depending on the setting.
3. To confirm the setting, press the flashing symbol .
4. To discard the setting, touch any other touch field on the hob.

24.5 Software update

Your appliance's software can be updated using the software update function, e.g. for the purposes of optimisation, troubleshooting or security updates. To do this, you must be a registered Home Connect user, have installed the app on your mobile device and be connected to the Home Connect server.

As soon as a software update is available, you will be informed via the Home Connect app and will be able to start the software update via the app. Once the update has been successfully downloaded, you can start installing it via the Home Connect app if you are in your home network (Wi-Fi). The Home Connect app informs you once installation is successful.

Notes:

• The software update consists of two steps. The first step is the download. The second step is the installation on your appliance.
• You can continue to use your appliance as normal while updates are downloading. Depending on your personal settings in the app, software updates can also be set to download automatically.
• Installation takes a few minutes. You cannot use your appliance during installation.
• We recommend that you install security updates as soon as possible.

24.6 Remote diagnostics

Customer Service can use Remote Diagnostics to access your appliance if you contact them, have your appliance connected to the Home Connect server and if Remote Diagnostics is available in the country in which you are using the appliance.

Tip: For further information and details about the availability of Remote Diagnostics in your country, please visit the service/support section of your local website: www.home-connect.com.

24.7 Data protection

Please see the information on data protection. The first time your appliance is registered on a home network connected to the Internet, your appliance will transmit the following types of data to the Home Connect server (initial registration):

• Unique appliance identification (consisting of appliance codes as well as the MAC address of the installed Wi-Fi communication module).
• Security certificate of the Wi-Fi communication module (to ensure a secure data connection).
• The current software and hardware version of your appliance.
• Status of any previous resetting to factory settings.

This initial registration prepares the Home Connect functions for use and is only required when you want to use the Home Connect functions for the first time.

Note: Please note that the Home Connect functions can only be utilised with the Home Connect app. Information on data protection can be retrieved in the Home Connect app.

25 Hob-based hood control

If the hob and the extractor hood are Home Connect-compatible, connect the appliances in the Home Connect app. To do this, connect the two appliances to Home Connect and follow the instructions in the app.

Notes:

• Using the controls on the extractor hood always takes priority. It is not possible to use the hob-based hood control during this time.
• You can only connect to the extractor hood via the Home Connect app. Other connection routes are no longer supported.

25.1 Resetting Home Connect settings

If you have problems connecting your appliance to the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi) or if you want to log your appliance onto a different WLAN home network (Wi-Fi), you can reset the Home Connect settings.

Note: If you reset the Home Connect settings, the connection to any extractor hood will also be terminated.

1. Switch on the hob.
2. To open the basic settings, press .
3. Press and hold until the setting cĒ appears on the display.
4. Use the twist knob to set the value OFF.
5. Exit the basic settings.

25.2 Controlling the extractor hood via the hob

In the basic settings for your hob, you can adjust the behaviour of your extractor hood depending on whether the hob or individual cooking zones are switched on or off. You can select other settings using the controls on the hob.

Setting the fan

1. Touch .
2. Use the twist knob to select a setting. You can select the following settings:

Switching off the fan

1. Touch .
2. Use the twist knob to select the fan setting 0.

Setting the hood lighting

You can switch the hood lighting on and off using the control panel of the hob.

1. To switch the lighting on, touch .
2. To switch the lighting off, touch again.

Note: Depending on the basic setting that is selected, the light switches on or off automatically when you switch the hob on or off.

25.3 Overview of the hood control settings

In the basic settings for your hob, you can adjust the behaviour of your extractor hood depending on whether the hob or individual cooking zones are switched on or off.

26 Cleaning and servicing

To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.

26.1 Cleaning products

You can obtain suitable cleaning products and glass scrapers from customer service, a retailer or the online shop www.gaggenau.com.

ATTENTION!

Unsuitable cleaning products may damage the surfaces of the appliance.

• Never use unsuitable cleaning products.
• Do not use cleaning products while the hob is still hot. This may cause marks on the surface.

Unsuitable cleaning products

• Undiluted detergent
• Detergent intended for dishwashers
• Abrasive cleaning products
• Aggressive cleaning products such as oven spray or stain remover
• Abrasive sponges
• High-pressure or steam jet cleaners

26.2 Cleaning the hob

Clean the hob after every use to stop cooking residues from getting burnt on.

Requirement: The hob must be cold. Do not allow the hob to cool down if it has sugar stains, rice starch, plastic or aluminium foil on it.

1. Remove heavy soiling using a glass scraper.
2. Clean the hob with a cleaning agent for glass ceramic. Follow the cleaning instructions on the packaging of the cleaning agent.

Tips:

• You can achieve good cleaning results using a special sponge for glass ceramic.
• If you keep the base of the cookware clean, the hob surface remains in a good condition.

26.3 Cleaning the hob surround

If the hob frame is dirty or stained after use, clean this. Note: Do not use a glass scraper.

1. Clean the hob frame with hot soapy water and a soft cloth. Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.

26.4 Cleaning TwistPad

To clean the twist knob, use lukewarm water with a little washing-up liquid. Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents. Do not clean it in the dishwasher or immerse it in water, as this may damage it.

27 FAQs

27.1 Using the appliance

27.2 Noises

Possible noises

Noises may be generated while using the hob depending on the base material of the cookware. These noises are normal for induction technology. They do not indicate that there is a fault.

• A deep humming noise similar to a transformer: Occurs when cooking at a high power level. This noise disappears or becomes quieter when you reduce the power level.
• A quiet whistling noise: This can be heard when the cookware is empty. This noise disappears when you add water or food to the cookware.
• Crackling: This noise occurs when the cookware is made from different multilayer materials, or if you use cookware of different sizes and different materials. The loudness of the noise can vary depending on the quantity of food being cooked or the cooking method.
• Loud whistling noises: These may arise if you are operating two cooking zones at the same time and at the maximum power level. These whistling noises disappear or become quieter when you reduce the power level.
• Fan noises: The hob is equipped with a fan that switches on automatically at high temperatures. The fan may also continue to run after you have switched the hob off if the temperature measured is still too high.
• Steady tones, similar to a clock ticking:. These noises only occur if all three cooking zones on the left-hand side are switched on. They disappear or become quieter when you switch off a cooking zone.

27.3 Cookware

27.4 Cleaning

28 Troubleshooting

You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshooting information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unnecessary costs.

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of injury! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. If the appliance is defective, call Customer Service. [See "Customer Service", Page 30]

⚠️ WARNING – Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. If the power cord or the appliance power cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special power cord or special appliance power cable, which is available from the manufacturer or its Customer Service.

28.1 Warnings

Notes:

• If E appears in the displays, press and hold the sensor for the respective cooking zone and read the fault code.
• If the fault code is not listed in the table, disconnect the hob from the power supply and wait 30 seconds before reconnecting it. If this display appears again, contact the technical after-sales service and specify the exact fault code.
• If an error occurs, the appliance does not switch to standby mode.
• In order to protect the appliance's electronic parts from overheating or surge currents, the hob may temporarily reduce the power level.

28.2 Information on the display panel

28.3 Normal noises from your appliance

An induction hob may sometimes cause noises or vibrations, such as buzzing, crackling, hissing noises, fan noises or rhythmic noises.

29 Disposal

29.1 Disposing of old appliance

Valuable raw materials can be reused by recycling.

1. Unplug the appliance from the mains.
2. Cut through the power cord.
3. Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner.

Information about current disposal methods are available from your specialist dealer or local authority.

29.2 Disposing of batteries

Batteries should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Do not dispose of the batteries in the household rubbish.

Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. ?

According to the European Guideline 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

30 Declaration of Conformity

This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH hereby declares that the appliance with Home Connect functionality conforms to the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A detailed RED Declaration of Conformity can be found online at www.gaggenau.com among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance.

Hereby, BSH Hausgeräte GmbH declares that the appliance with Home Connect functionality is in compliance with relevant statutory requirements.¹ A detailed Declaration of Conformity can be found online at www.gaggenau.com/gb among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance.¹

CE [CE Marking Image]

UK [UKCA Marking Image]

Radio Frequency Bands

2.4 GHz band (2400–2483.5 MHz): Max. 100 mW
5-GHz band (5150–5350 MHz + 5470–5725 MHz): max. 50 mW

5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.

5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.

30.1 Statement of Compliance for Great Britain

The full Statement of Compliance according to the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) Regulations 2023 can be found online at www.gaggenau.com/gb/ among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance.

Product type

This statement of compliance covers the products described in this information for use whose model identifier group is seen on the title page. The full model identifier is made up of the characters before the slash in the product number (E no.) which can be found on the rating plate. Alternatively, you can also find the model identifier in the first line of the UK Energy Label.

Name and address of manufacturer

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, Carl-Wery-Strasse 34, 81739 München, Germany

This statement of compliance is prepared by the manufacturer.

The manufacturer, BSH Hausgeräte GmbH deems that it has complied with

• provision 5.1-1 of ETSI EN 303 645 v2.1.1 and, where relevant, provision 5.1-2 of ETSI EN 303 645 v2.1.1;
• provision 5.2-1 of ETSI EN 303 645 v2.1.1;
• provision 5.3-13 of ETSI EN 303 645 v2.1.1.

Support period

BSH Hausgeräte GmbH will provide security updates that are necessary to maintain the main functions free of charge until at least 28/02/2034.

¹ Only applies to Great Britain

31 Customer Service

Function-relevant genuine spare parts according to the corresponding Ecodesign Order can be obtained from Customer Service for a period of at least 10 years from the date on which your appliance was placed on the market within the European Economic Area.

Note: Under the terms of the manufacturer's warranty the use of Customer Service is free of charge.

Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of warranty in your country is available from our after-sales service, your retailer or on our website.

If you contact Customer Service, you will require the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) of your appliance.

The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website.

31.1 Product number (E-Nr.) and production number (FD)

You can find the product number (E-Nr.) and the production number (FD) on the appliance's rating plate. The rating plate can be found:

• on the appliance certificate.
• on the lower section of the hob.

The product number (E no.) can also be found on the glass ceramic. You can also display the customer service index (KI) and the production number (FD) in the basic settings. [See Page 20]

Make a note of your appliance's details and the Customer Service telephone number to find them again quickly.