User manual GAGGENAU VI260134

[. . . ] Gaggenau Use and Care manual VI 260114 VI 260134 VI 270114 VI 270134 2 Table of contents Safety information . . 4 4 5 6 6 6 6 6 8 8 8 8 9 9 Table . 11 Restrictions when using the Powerboost function . 13 Normal noises heard during appliance operation 14 After-Sales Service . [. . . ] Place a ruler on the base of the pan, if there are no gaps, the base of the pan is completely flat. The diameter of the base of the pan should fit the size of the hotplate. Check if the manufacturer has indicated the upper diameter of the pan. In general, this is greater than the diameter of the base of the pan. If the diameter of the pan does not fit the diameter of the hotplate, you are recommended to use a pan which is larger than the size of the hotplate, or else half the energy will be lost. Choose pans which are the right size for the amount of food to be prepared. A large pan which is half full will consume a lot of energy. Always centre the pan on the hotplate and always cover the pan with the matching lid. Cooking without using the lid quadruples energy consumption. This will save energy and will also help green vegetables retain their vitamins and minerals. During their cooking, food such as stews, soups, sauces or drinks may heat up too quickly without any indication, spilling out of the cookware. It is therefore advisable to heat this type of food gently, selecting a suitable power level and stirring the contents before and during cooking. D D Suitable pans Ferromagnetic pans Ferromagnetic pans are the only pans which are suitable for induction cooking. They can be made of: D D D D enamelled steel cast iron specially designed cookware for induction cooking made from stainless steel. D D Special pans for induction cooking Other types of special pans are available for induction cooking, where the base of the pan is not entirely ferromagnetic. Check the diameter as this could affect the pan detection as well as the cooking results. Checking pans using a magnet To find out whether the pans are suitable, check that they are attracted to a magnet. The manufacturer will usually indicate if their pans are suitable for induction cooking. Unsuitable pans Never use pans made from: D D D D D D standard, high quality steel glass earthenware copper aluminium 6 Characteristics of the base of the pan The characteristics of the base of the pan can affect the evenness of the cooking. Pans which are made from heat-diffusing materials (such as "sandwich" pans made from stainless steel) distribute the heat evenly, saving time and energy. No pan or incorrect size pan If no pan is placed on the hotplate, or the pan is not made of a suitable material or it is not a suitable size, the heat setting on the hotplate indicator will flash. Place a suitable pan on the hotplate to stop the indicator flashing. If there is a delay of more than 90 seconds, the hotplate switches off automatically. Empty pans or pans with a thin base Do not heat empty pans and do not use pans with thin bases. [. . . ] If the symbol continues to appear contact the technical assistance service. Disconnect the cooking hob from the mains. Check the connection and connect it again correctly. If the indication continues, notify the technical assistance service. [. . . ]