Hotpoint Induction Hob - User Manual and Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

Download the complete instruction manual on http://docs.hotpoint.eu or call the phone number shown on the warranty booklet.

Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.

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Do not use the hob as a work surface or support. Keep clothes or other flammable materials away from the appliance, until all the components have cooled down completely - risk of fire.

Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface since they can get hot.

Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.

After use, switch off the hob element by its control and do not rely on the pan detector.

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Important to be Read and Observed

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments.

No other use is permitted (e.g. heating rooms). This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors.

Installation

The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.

Installation, including water supply (if any), electrical connections and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual. Keep children away from the installation site. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suffocation.

The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation - risk of electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable - risk of fire or electric shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.

Carry out all cabinet cutting operations before fitting the appliance and remove all wood chips and sawdust.

If the appliance is not installed above an oven, a separator panel (not included) must be installed in the compartment under the appliance.

Dimensions and Clearances

Hob dimensions: 770 mm (width) x 510 mm (depth). Thickness: 4 mm. Height: 50 mm.

Cutout dimensions: 750 mm (+2 mm) (width) x Minimum 480 mm, Maximum 492 mm (depth).

Minimum clearances required:

• Underneath the hob: Minimum 35 mm
• Above the appliance (if no oven): Minimum 400 mm
• Behind the appliance: Minimum 100 mm
• Side clearances: Minimum 28 mm (from the front edge), Minimum 20 mm (from the back edge)
• Cabinet internal dimensions: Minimum 12 mm (side walls), Minimum 45 mm (front edge), Minimum 550 mm (depth)
• Underneath the appliance (if not above an oven): Minimum 60 mm (for separator panel), Minimum 90 mm (for ventilation), Minimum 120 mm (total depth)
• Radius of corners: Maximum 10 mm (R ≤ 10 mm)

Installation Steps

The installation process involves careful placement of the hob into the prepared countertop cutout, ensuring all minimum clearances are met. Electrical connections must be made by a qualified technician. Ensure the power cable is not damaged during installation. The appliance should only be activated after installation is complete. Wood chips and sawdust must be removed from the cabinet before fitting. A separator panel is required if the hob is not installed above an oven.

Visual representation of installation steps shows placing the hob, connecting wires, and ensuring proper clearances. It also depicts the use of protective gloves and the need for two or more persons for handling.

Electrical Warnings

It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if the plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in accordance with the wiring rules. The appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards.

Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

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Electrical Connection Diagrams

The document provides diagrams for various electrical connection configurations:

• 380-415 V 2N ~
• 220-240 V ~ (AU-UK-IRL)
• 220-240 V 3~ (BE)
• 230V 2 Phase 2N ~ (NL)
• 380-415 V 3N ~
• 220-240 V ~

Each diagram shows the connections for R, S, T, N, E (Earth) terminals. The wire colors and their corresponding language translations are provided:

• R (black): nero, negro, preto, μαύρος, must, melns, juodas, czarny, schwarz, noir, zwart, negru, черно, црн, črna, crno, черный, чорний, қара, černá, čierna, fekete, svart, musta, svart, sort, siyah, dubh
• S (brown): marrone, marrón, marrom, καφέ, pruun, brūns, rudas, brązowy, braunen, brun, bruin, maro, кафяв, браон, rjava, smeđ, коричневый, коричневий, қоңыр, hnědý, hnedý, barna, brunt, ruskea, brunt, brun, kahverengi, donn
• T (blue/gray): blu (grigio), azul (gris), azul (cinza), μπλε (γκρι), sinine (hall), zila (pelēka), mėlyna (pilkas), niebieski (szary), blau (grau), bleu (gris), blauw (grijs), albastru (gri), синьо (сиво), плава (сива), modro (sivo), plava (siva), синий (серый), синій (сірий), көк (сұр), modrý (šedá), modrý (sivá), kék (szürke), blå (grå), sininen (harmaa), blå (grå), blåt (gråt), mavi (gri), gorm (liath)
• E (yellow/green): giallo/verde, amarillo/verde, amarelo/verde, κίτρινο/πράσινο, kollane/roheline, dzeltens/zaļš, geltona/žalia, żółty/zielony, gelb/grün, jaune/vert, geel/groen, galben/verde, жълто/зелено, жуто/зелена, rumeno/zeleno, žuto/zelena, желтый/зеленый, жовтий/зелений, жасыл/сары, žlutá/zelená, žltá/zelená, sárga/zöld, gul/grønn, keltianen/vihreä, gul/grön, gul/grøn, sarı/yeşil, buí/glas
• N (blue): blu, azul, μπλε, sinine, zila, mėlyna, niebieski, blau, bleu, blauw, albastru, синьо, плава, modro, plava, синий, синій, көк, modrý, modrý, kék, blå, sininen, blå, blåt, mavi, gorm

Electrical connection must be made before connecting to the electricity supply. Installation must be carried out by qualified personnel. Ensure the voltage on the data plate matches the home supply. Use appropriately sized conductors, including the earth conductor.

Product Description

The product consists of a cooktop and a control panel.

Control Panel Layout

The control panel features various buttons and indicators for operating the hob:

• 1. Symbols/activation of special functions
• 2. Cooking level selected
• 3. Cooking zone off button
• 4. Power adjustment buttons (+/-)
• 5. Identifying the cooking zone
• 6. Fast heating button (Booster)
• 7. COMBI DUO button
• 8. Indicator light – function active
• 9. On/Off button
• 10. Timer
• 11. My menu button
• 12. Cooking time indicator
• 13. OK/Key lock button (press for 3 seconds)
• 14. Timer active indicator
• 15. Zone selection indicator
• 16. Timer indicator symbol

Accessories - Pots and Pans

Only use pots and pans made from ferromagnetic material suitable for induction hobs, such as enamelled steel, cast iron, or special stainless steel pots and pans.

Check for the Ill symbol (usually stamped on the bottom) to determine suitability. A magnet can also be used to check if pots are magnetic.

The quality and structure of the pot base affect cooking performance. Some indications for base diameter may not match the actual ferromagnetic surface diameter.

Pots with only a partial ferromagnetic bottom may heat unevenly. If the non-ferromagnetic area is too large, the hob might not recognize the pan.

Empty pots or pots with a thin base

Do not use empty pots or pans when the hob is on. The hob has a safety system that activates an "automatic off" function at high temperatures. Using empty or thin-based pots can cause rapid temperature rises, potentially damaging the pan or hob. If this occurs, wait for components to cool down. Contact the service centre if error messages appear.

Minimum diameter of pot/pan base for cooking areas

To ensure proper function, use pots with a suitable minimum diameter:

Always use the cooking zone that best corresponds to the minimum pot diameter. Center the pot on the zone. Avoid using pots that exceed the perimeter of the cooking zone.

For optimum efficiency, use pots and pans with a flat bottom that distributes heat evenly.

Adapter for Pots/Pans Unsuitable for Induction

An adapter disc can be used for pots/pans not suitable for induction. However, this affects efficiency and heating time. Use should be limited, as surface temperatures depend on the pot, its flatness, and the food. Using a pot smaller than the adapter disc can cause heat buildup, potentially blackening the hob and disc. Ensure pot/pan diameter matches the adapter and hob.

First Time Use

Power Management

At purchase, the hob is set to maximum power. Adjust this setting based on your home's electrical system limits.

N.B: Depending on the selected power, some cooking zone levels and functions (e.g., boil, fast heating) may be automatically limited.

To set the hob power:

1. Connect the device to the mains power supply.
2. Within 60 seconds, press and hold the far-right timer "+" button for at least 5 seconds. The display will show "PL".
3. Press the OK button (3s) to confirm.
4. Use the "+" and "-" buttons to select the desired power level (available levels: 2.5 kW, 4.0 kW, 6.0 kW, 7.2 kW).
5. Confirm by pressing the OK button (3s).

The selected power level is stored even if the power supply is interrupted. To change it, disconnect the appliance from the mains for at least 60 seconds, plug it back in, and repeat the steps.

If an error occurs ("EE" symbol and beep), repeat the operation. If the error persists, contact After-Sales Service.

Acoustic Signal On/Off

To switch the acoustic signal on/off:

• Connect the hob to the power supply.
• Wait for the switch-on sequence.
• Press the "P" button of the top-left keypad for 5 seconds. Any set alarms remain active.

Demo Mode

(Reheating deactivated. See "Troubleshooting" section.)

To switch Demo Mode on and off:

• Connect the hob to the power supply.
• Wait for the switch-on sequence.
• Within the first minute, press the fast heating button "P" of the bottom-left keypad for 5 seconds. "DE" will show on the display.

Daily Use

Switching the Hob On/Off

To turn the hob on, press the power button for approximately 1 second. To turn it off, press the same button again; all cooking zones will be deactivated.

To Deactivate the Cooking Zones

Press the "OFF" button to the left of the power adjustment.

Positioning Pots

Locate the desired cooking zone using the position symbols. Do not cover control panel symbols with pots. Keep pots and pans within the markings, especially near the control panel, to prevent overheating of the keypad. Use rear cooking zones for grilling or frying when possible.

Activating/Deactivating Cooking Zones and Adjusting Power Levels

To activate: Press the "+" or "-" button for the required cooking zone. The level will be shown, and the indicator light for the active zone will illuminate. The "P" button selects the fast heating function (Booster).

To deactivate: Press the "OFF" button.

Control Panel Lock

To lock settings and prevent accidental activation, press and hold the OK/Key lock button for 3 seconds. A beep and warning light indicate activation. The panel is locked except for the power-off function (OFF). To unlock, repeat the procedure.

Timer

Two timers are available: one for left-hand zones, one for right-hand zones.

To activate: Press "+" or "-" to set the desired time for the active cooking zone. An indicator light will turn on. When the time elapses, a beep sounds, and the zone switches off automatically. The time can be changed, and multiple timers can be activated simultaneously. If two timers on the same side are active, the "Zone selection indicator" flashes, and the time is shown on the central display.

To deactivate: Press the "+" and "-" buttons together until the timer is deactivated.

Timer Indicator: This LED (when ON) shows a timer is set for the cooking zone.

Functions

COMBI DUO

Combines two cooking zones into one large area, ideal for large pots or grilles. Deactivated if the bridge area is not fully covered. Activate/deactivate by pressing the "COMBI DUO" button. Special functions cannot be selected when using this feature. Ensure pots are centered to cover reference points.

MY MENU

Activates special functions. Place the pot, select the zone. Press "My menu". The display shows "A". The indicator for the first available special feature lights up. Select desired functions by pressing "My menu" repeatedly. Confirm by pressing OK (3s). To select another function, press "OFF" then "My menu". To deactivate, press "OFF". Power levels for special functions are pre-set.

MELTING

Brings food to ideal melting temperature and maintains it without burning. Ideal for delicate foods like chocolate, preventing sticking.

Additional Functions

Keep Warm

Maintains food at an ideal temperature after cooking or for slowly reducing liquids. Ideal for serving.

Slow Cooking

Maintains a simmering temperature for long cooking periods without risk of burning. Ideal for recipes like rice, sauces, and roasts with liquid sauces.

Boiling

Brings water to a boil and maintains it, consuming less energy. Use about 2 litres of water (room temperature). Monitor boiling water closely. For pots larger than 2 litres, use a lid to optimize boiling time.

Indicators

Residual Heat (H)

If "H" appears on the display, the cooking zone is hot. The indicator lights up even if the zone is not activated but has been heated by adjacent zones or a hot pot. The "H" disappears when the zone cools down.

Pot Incorrectly Positioned or Missing ( U )

This symbol appears if the pot is not suitable for induction, not positioned correctly, or not of appropriate size. If no pot is detected within 30 seconds, the cooking zone switches off.

Cooking Table

The cooking table provides examples of cooking types for each power level. Actual delivered power depends on the cooking zone dimension.

Maintenance and Cleaning

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Before cleaning, make sure the cooking zones are switched off and that the residual heat indicator ("H") is not displayed.

Important:

• Do not use abrasive sponges or scouring pads as they may damage the glass.
• After each use, clean the hob (when it is cool) to remove any deposits and stains from food residue.
• A surface that is not kept suitably clean may reduce the sensitivity of control panel buttons.
• Use a scraper only if residues are stuck to the hob. Follow the scraper manufacturer's instructions to avoid scratching the glass.

• Sugar or foods with high sugar content can damage the hob and must be immediately removed.
• Salt, sugar and sand could scratch the glass surface.
• Use a soft cloth, absorbent kitchen paper or a special hob cleaner (follow the Manufacturer's instructions).
• Spills of liquid in the cooking zones can cause the pots to move or vibrate.
• After cleaning the hob, dry thoroughly.

Troubleshooting

Check that the electricity supply has not been shut off.

If you cannot turn the hob off after using it, disconnect it from the power supply.

If alphanumeric codes appear on the display when the hob is switched on, consult the following table for instructions.

Please note: The presence of water, liquid spilled from pots or any objects resting on any of the hob buttons can accidentally activate or deactivate the control panel lock function.

Sounds Produced During Operation

Induction hobs may whistle or creak during normal operation. These noises actually come from the cookware and are linked to the pan bottoms' characteristics (for example, when the bottoms are made from different layers of material or are irregular).

These noises may vary according to the type of cookware used and the amount of food it contains and not the symptom of something wrong.

After-Sales Service

To receive complete assistance, please register your product on www.hotpoint.eu/register.

Before Calling the After-Sales Service:

1. See if you can solve the problem by yourself with the help of the TROUBLESHOOTING suggestions.
2. Switch the appliance off and back on again to see if the fault persists.

If After the Above Checks the Fault Still Occurs, Get in Touch with the Nearest After-Sales Service.

To receive assistance, call the number shown on the warranty booklet or follow the website's instructions on www.hotpoint.eu.

When contacting our Client After sales service, always specify:

• a brief description of the fault;
• the type and exact model of the appliance;
• the serial number (number after the word SN on the rating plate located under the appliance). The serial number is also indicated in the documentation;
• your full address;
• your telephone number.

Example of rating plate information:

SERVICE SN 000000000000

If any repairs are required, please contact an authorized after-sales service (to guarantee that original spare parts will be used and repairs carried out correctly).

In case of installation not over a built-in oven, you can call the After Sales Service to buy the divider kit C00628720 (cooktop 60 and 65 cm) or C00628721 (cooktop 77 cm). If you prefer not to buy the divider kit please ensure that a separator is installed according to the installation instructions.