User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX 600M-MC61I

[. . . ] Important: Information on how to avoid damaging the appliance. Information and practical tips Environmental information 1. These numbers indicate step by step how to use the appliance. These operating instructions contain information on steps you can take yourself to rectify a possible malfunction. [. . . ] · The appliance must not be disposed of with household rubbish. · You can obtain information about collection dates or public refuse disposal sites from your local refuse department or council. The Key Features of Your Appliance · Ceramic glass cooking surface: The appliance has a ceramic glass cooking surface and 4 rapid response cooking zones. The particularly powerful radiant heater elements significantly shorten the amount of time taken for the zones to heat up. · Cleaning: The advantage of the ceramic glass cooking surface is its easy cleaning. The smooth surface is easy to keep clean (see section: "Cleaning and care"). · Residual heat indicator: The residual heat indicator lights up if the cooking zone becomes so hot that there is a risk of burning. 28 Description of the Appliance Cooking zones and control panel Single Cooking Zone 1200W Single Cooking Zone 1800W Control Knobs Single Cooking Zone 1800W Four Residual Heat Indicators (separate for each zone) Single Cooking Zone 1200W Control Knobs for Rear Right Cooking Zone for Rear Left Cooking Zone for Front Right Cooking Zone for Front Left Cooking Zone 29 Before Using for the First Time me Initial Cleaning Wipe the ceramic glass surface with a damp cloth. Important: Do not use any caustic, abrasive cleaners!The surface could be damaged. 1 30 Operating the Hob 3 When a cooking zone is switched on, it may hum briefly. This is a characteristic of all ceramic glass cooking zones and does not impair either the function or the life of the appliance. Ring Switches · The heat settings are continuously variable between settings 1-9. 1 = lowest power 9 = highest power Cooking on the Zones 1. Select a high setting for heating up / browning. 2 2. · 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%. 33 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. Heat setting 9 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. Residual heat, OFF-position Parboiling Frying Quick frying Roasting Frying without crust Boiling Braising Simmering Stewing Gentle simmering 7-9 6-7 4-5 3-4 2-3 1-2 0 Melting 3 When heating up or frying, we recommend heat setting "9", and then continue cooking foods at an appropriate lower heat setting. 34 Cleaning and Care Hob 1 3 Important: Cleaning agents must not come into contact with the hot ceramic glass surface!All cleaning agents must be removed with plenty of clean water after cleaning because they can have a caustic effect when the rings are next heated!Do not use any aggressive cleaners such as grill or oven sprays, coarse scourers or abrasive pan cleaners. Clean the ceramic glass surface after each use when it is warm to the touch or cold. This will avoid spillages becoming burnt on. Remove scale and water marks, fat spots and discolouration with a metallic shimmer using a commercially available ceramic glass or stainless steel cleaner. Light Soiling 1. [. . . ] Additional silicon sealant must not be applied; this would make removal more difficult when servicing. · The hob must be pressed out from below when removed. 40 Electrical Connection Before connecting, check that the nominal voltage of the appliance, that is the voltage stated on the rating plate, corresponds to the available supply voltage. The rating plate is located on the lower casing of the hob. The appliance also works perfectly on older networks with AC220V~. [. . . ]