User manual ZANKER ZKM 3100S

[. . . ] · Flush-mounted appliances may only be operated following installation in suitable installation cabinets and workplaces which conform to the relevant standards. This ensures sufficient protection against contact for electrical units as required by the VDE [Association of German Electrical Engineers]. · If your appliance malfunctions or if fractures, cracks or splits appear: ­ switch off all cooking zones, ­ disconnect the hob from the electricity supply. Child Safety The cooking zones will become hot when you cook. Therefore, always keep small children away from the appliance. 70 Safety During Use · This appliance may only be used for normal cooking and frying in the home. [. . . ] The remaining heat lamp only goes out when the cooking zone has cooled down even when the cooking zone is switched Off. 2 1 1 You can use the residual heat for melting and keeping food warm. As long as the residual heat indicator is illuminated, there is a risk of burns. If the power supply is interrupted the residual heat indicator also go out and information about residual heat will no longer be available. This can be avoided by being particularly attentive. 77 Uses, Tables and Tips Pans The better the pan, the better the results. · Pay particular attention when buying new pans to the diameter of the base. · Pots with aluminium or copper bases can cause metallic discolouring on the glass ceramic surface, which is very difficult or impossible to remove. · Do not use cast iron pans or pans with a rough, burred or damaged base. This can produce permanent scratching if the pan is slid across the surface. · When cold, pan bases are normally bowed slightly inwards (concave). a pressure cooker, simmering pan, wok, etc. ), please observe the manufacturer's instructions. 2 Energy saving tips You can save valuable energy by observing the following points: · Always position pots and pans before switching on the cooking zone. · Dirty cooking zones and pan bases increase power consumption. · Whenever possible always position the lids firmly on pots and pans to cover completely. · Switch off the cooking zones before the end of the cooking time to use the residual heat such as to keep foods warm or for melting. · The base of the pan should be the same size as the cooking zone. · Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking times by up to 50%. 78 Charts Settings for Cooking on the Rings The setting position required for cooking processes is dependent on the quality of the pots and on the type and amount of the food. Switch position Cooking method Examples Starting of cooking and roasting, cooking of large quantities of liquid, then switch-back to appropriate setting French fries, pan-cakes Fillet of pork and beef, steaks goulash Frying of meat, schnitzel, cutlets, meat-balls, sausages, liver, fish-fillet in deep fat, Frying eggs or chops Boiled potatoes, stews, soups, hot-pot, sauces in large quantities Simmering of vegetables, braising of meat, lightly cooking small amount of fruit with little liquid Simmering of rice and food with milk (sometimes stirring), Stewing of smaller amount of potatoes or vegetables, Warming up of prepared meal Omelette, fried eggs, Hollandaise sauce, Keeping warm a meal or small amount of hot-pot Melting of butter, chocolate, gelatine. However, they do not impair the function of the hob. 3 Hob Frame 1 Important!Do not put vinegar, lemon-juice or scale removers on the hob frame, otherwise dull spots will appear. Then wipe off and rub dry. 81 What do I do if . . . Rectifying faults It is possible that faults have been caused by a minor error, which you can correct yourself with the help of the following instructions. Do not attempt any further repairs if the following instructions do not help in each specific case. 1 Warning!Repairs to the appliance are only to be carried out by approved service engineers. [. . . ] The cable connections must be made in accordance with regulations and the terminal screws tightened securely. Finally, the connecting cable is to be secured with the mains cable cleat and the covering closed by pressing firmly (lock into place). Before switching on for the first time, any protective foil or stickers must be removed from the glass ceramic surface. 1 Once connected to the mains supply check that all cooking zones are ready for use by briefly switching each on in turn at the maximum setting. 86 87 Rating Plate 88 Service In the "What to do if . . . " section a number of malfunctions are listed that you can rectify yourself Look there first if a fault occurs. (You will find addresses and telephone numbers in the section "Customer Service Centres". ) Always prepare in advance for the discussion. [. . . ]