Gaggenau SONAR CE 490 612 User Manual

Gaggenau Use and Care Manual  
Electronic  
Cooktop  
CE 490 612  
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Table of contents  
Important Safety Instructions  
Installation  
Intended use  
Child safety  
Cooking safety  
Cookware safety  
Cleaning safety  
Condition of unit  
Work space / environment  
Service and repair safety  
Flammable materials  
In case of fire  
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Quick boil timer  
Switching on the quick boil timer  
Switching off the quick boil timer  
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Child lock  
Activating the child lock  
Deactivating the child lock  
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Options menu  
Accessing the options menu  
Settings of the options menu  
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Removable twist knob  
Cleaning and care  
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Cleaning the glass ceramic  
Cleaning the stainless steel frame  
Cleaning the twist knob  
Operating for the first time  
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Causes of damage  
Pots and pans  
Food spills  
Scratches on the glass ceramic  
Hard and pointed objects  
Removable twist knob  
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Useful hints  
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Maintenance  
Trouble shooting  
Features of your new cooktop  
Cooking zones  
Control panel  
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Symbols  
Operating principle  
Main switch  
Touch keys  
Cooking zone combination  
Quick boil timer  
Twist pad with magnetic twist knob  
Storing the twist knob  
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10  
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Operation  
Switching on and off  
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12  
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12  
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Setting the cooking level  
Changing the cooking level  
Switching off a cooking zone  
Main switch with memory function  
Residual heat display  
Safety deactivation  
Tips on saving energy  
Cooking zone combination  
Combination of the dual size cooking zone  
Deactivating combination  
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Settings table  
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Timer  
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Setting an automatic switch-off time  
Changing a time value  
Erasing a time value  
Timer  
Setting the timer  
Changing a time value  
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Important Safety Instructions  
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WARNING: When properly cared for, your  
new appliance has been designed to be safe  
and reliable. Read all instructions carefully  
before use. These precautions will reduce the  
risk of burns, electric shock, fire and injury to  
persons. When using kitchen appliances,  
basic safety precautions must be followed,  
including those in the following pages.  
CAUTION: Items of interest to children  
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should not be stored in an appliance, in  
cabinets above an appliance or in the  
backsplash. Children climbing on an  
appliance to reach items could be seriously  
injured.  
Cooking safety  
Do not allow aluminium foil, plastic, paper or cloth  
to come in contact with a hot surface element. Do  
not allow pans to boil dry.  
Installation  
This appliance must be properly installed and  
grounded by a qualified technician. Connect only to  
properly grounded outlet.  
Secure all garments, etc. before beginning. Tie  
long hair so that it does not hang loose and do not  
wear loose fitting clothing or hanging garments  
such as ties, scarves, jewelry or dangling sleeves.  
Have the installer show you the location of the  
circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.  
Refer to Installation Instructions for detail.  
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS  
NEAR UNITS. Surface units may be hot even though  
they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may  
become hot enough to cause burns. During and  
after use, do not touch, or let clothing, potholders  
or other flammable materials contact surface units  
or areas near units until they have had sufficent time  
to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and  
areas facing the cooktop.  
Intended use  
This appliance is intended for normal household use  
only. It is not approved for outdoor use. See the  
Warranty. If you have any questions, contact the  
manufacturer.  
WARNING: Use this appliance only for its  
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Always use dry potholders. Moist or damp  
intended use as described in this manual.  
potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from  
steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating  
elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.  
Never use this appliance as a space heater to  
heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in  
overheating the appliance. Never use the  
appliance for storage.  
Never move a pan of hot oil, especially a deep fat  
fryer. Wait until it is cool.  
WARNING: Never leave the cooktop  
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unattended at high temperature settings.Keep  
Child safety  
an eye on the cooktop and do not allow  
anything to boil over or burn. Boilovers can  
cause smoke and some foods and oils may  
catch on fire if left on high temperature  
settings.  
Do not allow children to use this appliance unless  
closely supervised by an adult. Children and pets  
should not be left alone or unattended in the area  
where the appliance is in use. They should never be  
allowed to play in its vicinity, whether or not the  
appliance is in use.  
Do not heat or warm unopened food containers.  
Build-up of pressure may cause the container to  
burst and cause injury.  
When children become old enough to use the  
appliance, it is the legal responsibility of the  
parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are  
instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.  
Always keep the cooktop and bases of pots dry.  
Liquid between the pot base and the cooktop may  
build up steam pressure, causing the pot to jump  
suddenly and causing injury.  
Do not allow anyone to climb, stand, lean, sit or  
hang on any part of an appliance. This can damage  
the appliance, potentially causing severe injury.  
Never operate the cooktop with spillover or liquid  
around the control area. Always switch off the  
cooktop and dry the control area.  
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Use high heat settings on the cooktop only when  
necessary. To avoid bubbling and splattering, heat  
oil slowly on no more than a low-medium setting.  
Hot oil is capable of causing extreme burns and  
injury.  
Condition of unit  
WARNING: Do not cook on a broken  
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cooktop. Cleaning solutions and spillovers  
may create a risk of electric shock. Switch off  
the circuit breaker in the fuse box if the  
ceramic has fractures, flaws or cracks. Call  
an authorized servicer.  
Cookware safety  
If the display is not working while an element is  
heating up, switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse  
box. Call an authorized servicer.  
Use proper pan size. The use of undersized  
cookware will expose a portion of the heating  
element to direct contact and may result in ignition  
of clothing. Select cookware having flat bottoms  
large enough to cover the surface heating unit. This  
appliance is equipped with one or more surface  
units of different size. Proper relationship of  
cookware to heating element will also improve  
efficiency.  
If the cooktop switches itself off and can no longer  
be used, it may unexpectedly switch itself on later.  
In order to prevent this, switch off the circuit  
breaker in the fuse box. Call an authorized servicer.  
Do not operate this appliance if it is not working  
properly, or if it has been damaged. Contact an  
authorized servicer.  
Cookware not approved for use with ceramic  
cooktops may break with sudden temperature  
changes. Use only pans that are appropriate for  
ceramic cooktops (only certain types of glass,  
heatproof glass, ceramic, earthenware or other  
glazed utensils are suitable).  
Work space / environment  
Always have a working smoke detector near the  
kitchen.  
Hold the handle of the pan when stirring or turning  
food. This helps prevent spills and movement of the  
pan.  
Have an appropriate fire extinguisher available,  
nearby, highly visible and easily accessible near the  
appliance.  
Always position handles of utensils inward so they  
do not extend over adjacent work areas or the edge  
of the cooktop. This reduces the risk of fires, spills  
and burns.  
Do not store or use corrosive chemicals, vapors,  
flammables or nonfood products on or in the near of  
the appliance. It is specifically designed for use  
when heating or cooking food. The use of corrosive  
chemicals in heating or cleaning will damage the  
appliance and could result in injury.  
Cleaning safety  
Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. Some  
cleaners produce noxious fumes when applied to a  
hot surface. Wet clothes and sponges can cause  
burns from steam.  
Service and repair safety  
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance  
unless specifically recommended in this manual.  
Refer all servicing to a factory authorized service  
center.  
Do not use steam cleaners to clean the cooktop.  
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing  
the appliance, switch off the circuit breaker in the  
fuse box.  
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A  
GREASE FIRE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:  
Flammable materials  
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable  
vapors, liquids or materials in the vicinity of this or  
any other appliance.  
a) SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting  
lid, cookie sheet, or metal tray, then turn  
OFF the appliance. BE CAREFUL TO  
PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go  
out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL  
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT  
If the cooktop is near a window, forced air vent or  
fan, be certain that flammable materials such as  
window coverings do not blow over or near the  
elements. They could catch on fire.  
b) NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN. You  
may be burned  
In case of fire  
c) DO NOT USE WATER, including wet  
dishcloths or towels. A violent steam  
explosion will result  
In the event that personal clothing catches fire,  
drop and roll immediately to extinguish flames.  
d) Use an extinguisher only if:  
Smother flames from food fires other than grease  
fires with baking soda. Never use water on cooking  
fires.  
You know you have Class ABC  
extinguisher, and you already know  
how to operate it  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A  
GREASE FIRE:  
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The fire is small and contained in the  
area where it started  
a) Never leave surface units unattended at  
high settings. Boilovers cause smoking  
and greasy spillovers that may ignite. Heat  
oils slowly on low or medium settings  
The fire department is being called  
You can fight the fire with your back to  
an exit  
b) Always turn hood ON when cooking at  
high heat or when flambéing food (i.e.  
Crepes Suzette, Cherries Jubilee,  
Peppercorn Beef flambe)  
Removable twist knob  
c) Clean ventilating fans frequently. Grease  
should not be allowed to accumulate on  
fan or filter  
CAUTION: For persons who wear  
electronic implants such as a pacemaker or  
insulin pump.  
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Implants could be affected by magnetic fields.  
Do not carry the twist knob in the pockets of  
your clothing. Keep the twist knob at least  
4 inches (10 cm) away from a pacemaker.  
d) Use proper pan size. Always use cookware  
appropriate for the size of the surface  
element  
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Operating for the first time  
Causes of damage  
Remove the packaging from the appliance and  
dispose of it according to local regulations.  
Be careful to remove all accessories from the  
packaging. Keep packaging elements and plastic  
bags away from children.  
Pots and pans  
Rough pan bases scratch the glass ceramic.  
Avoid cooking on the cooktop with an empty pan,  
especially with enamel or aluminium pans. This  
could cause damage to the pan base and the glass  
ceramic.  
Check the cooktop for transport damage after  
unpacking it. Do not connect the cooktop if it has  
been damaged.  
Do not place hot pots or pans on the control panel,  
display area or the frame. This could cause  
damage.  
The cooktop must be installed and connected by an  
authorised specialist. No warranty claims can be  
lodged for any damage resulting from incorrect  
connection. Observe the installation instructions.  
Never heat food in aluminium foil or plastic  
containers. The material can melt and damage your  
cooktop.  
This appliance is labelled in accordance  
with the European Directive 2002/96/EG  
concerning used electrical and electronic  
appliances (waste electrical and electronic  
equipment – WEEE). The guideline  
Iridiscent discoloration can be caused by the bases  
of some pans. These do not interfere with the  
operation of the glass ceramic cooktop. Remove the  
discoloration with glass ceramic cleaner.  
determines the framework for the return and  
recycling of used appliances as applicable.  
Thoroughly clean the appliance before using it for  
the first time. This will eliminate any ‘newness’  
smells and soiling.  
Food spills  
Milk, sugar and food with a high sugar content  
(e.g. jam) damage the glass ceramic surface.  
Remove food spills immediately with the glass  
scraper.  
CAUTION! The glass scraper has a sharp blade.  
Scratches on the glass ceramic  
Always keep the cooktop dry and clean. Salt, sugar  
and sand cause scratches on the glass ceramic. Do  
not use the cooktop as a work surface or storage  
space.  
Hard and pointed objects  
Damage can occur if hard or pointed objects fall on  
the cooktop. Do not store such objects above the  
cooktop.  
Removable twist knob  
Do not place the magnetic knob on the cooking  
zones. It could be damaged.  
Metal parts attached to the underside of the  
magnetic knob could scratch the glass ceramic  
surface. Always keep the knob clean.  
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Features of your new cooktop  
Cooking zones CE 490 612  
ø 6˝ (14.5 cm)  
ø 5˝ (12 cm) / 7˝ (18 cm)  
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4
5
9
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ø 7˝ (18 cm) / 9˝ (23 cm)  
ø 6˝ (14.5 cm)  
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Control panel  
Display for  
heat setting 1 - 9  
stand-by 0  
residual heat  
cooking zone combination  
timer  
3
4
5
17  
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Touch keys for  
Twist pad with  
magnetic twist knob  
Touch key and  
display for timer  
main switch  
quick boil timer / options menu  
cooking zone combination / child lock  
Symbols  
main switch  
l
timer  
q
c
quick boil timer  
cooking zone combination  
A
child lock  
d
options menu  
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Operating principle  
Main switch  
Twist pad with magnetic twist knob  
The electronics in the control panel are switched on  
using the main switch. Touch the l symbol until the  
cooking zone displays show 0. Now the cooktop is  
ready for use.  
The twist pad is the area in which you select the  
cooking zones with the magnetic knob and can set  
heat settings. The knob automatically centers itself  
in the twist pad.  
Touch the l symbol until the cooking zone displays  
go off. All the cooking zones are switched off. The  
residual heat indicator remains lit until the cooking  
zones have cooled sufficiently.  
The knob is magnetic and is placed on the twist  
pad. The cooking zone is activated by sliding the  
twist knob in the direction of the corresponding  
cooking zone symbol. You can set the heat setting  
by turning the knob.  
The cooktop cannot be switched on if an object lies  
on one of the sensor keys. The main switch flashes  
repeatedly when touched. Remove the object and  
switch on the cooktop as usual.  
You can remove the knob. This makes cleaning  
easier.  
If you remove the knob when the cooktop is in  
operation, all the cooking zones switch off after  
3 seconds.  
The cooktop switches off automatically if all the  
cooking zones have been switched off for more  
than 20 seconds.  
CAUTION! If you place a metal object on the  
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twist pad within 3 seconds, the cooktop may  
continue to heat up. For this reason, always  
switch off the cooktop using the main switch.  
Touch keys  
When you touch a symbol, the respective function  
is activated. Every input is confirmed by an audible  
signal.  
Storing the twist knob  
The settings remain unchanged if several symbols  
are touched briefly. You can therefore easily mop up  
spills on the control panel.  
There is a strong magnet in the twist knob. Do not,  
therefore, place it near magnetic data carriers, e.g.  
video cassettes, disks, credit cards and cards with  
magnetic strips. These could be destroyed.  
Note  
Malfunctions to televisions and monitors may occur.  
Always keep the touch keys clean and dry. Moisture  
and dirt may impair function.  
CAUTION: For persons who wear  
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electronic implants such as a pacemaker or  
insulin pump.  
Implants could be affected by magnetic fields.  
Do not carry the twist knob in the pockets of  
your clothing. Keep the twist knob at least  
4 inches (10 cm) away from a pacemaker.  
Cooking zone combination  
Flexible cooking zones can be combined in different  
ways to create larger or smaller cooking surfaces  
as required.  
Quick boil timer  
When the quick boil timer is activated, the set  
cooking level is boosted for several minutes. This  
ensures that the continued cooking temperature of  
the food is reached faster.  
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Operation  
Switching on and off  
Touch the l main switch symbol. A signal is  
sounded. The cooking zone displays show 0. Now  
the cooktop is ready for use.  
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0
0
0
The cooktop switches off automatically if no further  
inputs are made within approximately 20 seconds.  
By touching the l main switch symbol at any time  
the cooktop can be quickly switched off.  
Setting the cooking level  
The cooktop must be switched on by the main  
switch. The switching on and off for all cooking  
zones is identical. Each cooking zone has 9 heat  
settings with intermediate settings.  
1
Select the cooking zone. To do this, slide the  
twist knob in the direction of the corresponding  
cooking zone symbol. The cooking zone display  
shows 0.  
0
0
0
0
2
3
Move the twist knob back to the center.  
Within the next 5 seconds, turn the twist knob  
until the cooking zone display shows the  
desired cooking level. If you select an  
intermediate setting, a spot appears next to the  
cooking level. After a few seconds a  
confirmation signal is sounded.  
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0
0
0
Changing the cooking level  
Select the cooking zone. Turn the magnetic knob to  
the desired cooking level.  
Switching off a cooking zone  
Select the cooking zone. Turn the magnetic knob  
to 0. The cooking zone is switched off, and the  
residual heat display appears after approximately  
5 seconds.  
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Main switch with memory function  
The heating and timer settings remain stored for  
5 seconds after the cooktop has been switched off.  
If you switch the cooktop off accidentally and would  
like to restore the previous settings:  
1
Within 5 seconds, touch the l symbol. The  
cooking zone display flashes the previous  
settings.  
2
Within 5 seconds, select any cooking zone with  
the twist knob.  
The previously stored settings are taken over. If you  
touch any other symbol instead, the previous  
settings are lost.  
Residual heat display  
The residual heat display appears on the display of  
the relevant cooking zone after switching off. The  
moving zero in the display indicates that, after  
switching off, a cooking zone has still not cooled  
down to such an extent that it can be safely  
touched.  
CAUTION, RISK OF BURNS! Only touch  
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cooking zones after the residual heat display  
has gone off.  
Safety deactivation  
If a cooking zone is in constant use for a long time  
without the setting being changed, it will  
automatically switch off. The time after which the  
holiday safeguard is activated depends on the heat  
setting (1 to 10 hours).  
The cooking zone is switched off, the residual heat  
display appears on the display until the cooking  
zone has cooled down.  
Now you can switch the cooking zone on again.  
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Tips on saving energy  
Use good quality saucepans and pots with thick,  
even bases.  
Select the correct saucepan size for each cooking  
zone. The diameter of the bases of the saucepans  
and pots should match the size of the cooking zone.  
Note: Ovenware manufacturers often give the  
diameter of the top of the saucepan. It is usually  
larger than the diameter of the base of the  
saucepan.  
Use a small saucepan for small quantities. A larger,  
less full saucepan requires more energy.  
Saucepans and pots should always be covered with  
a suitable lid to shorten cooking times. Cooking  
without a lid requires much more energy.  
Cook with small quantities of water. This saves  
energy and helps vegetables to retain vitamins and  
minerals.  
Switch down to a lower heat setting in good time.  
For longer cooking times you can switch off the  
cooking zone before the end of the cooking time  
and then use the residual heat.  
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Cooking zone combination  
Combination of the dual size  
cooking zone  
The cooktop must be switched on by the main  
switch.  
1
Select the cooking zone. To do this, slide the  
magnetic knob in the direction of the  
corresponding cooking zone symbol. 0comes  
on in the cooking zone display.  
2
3
Move the magnetic knob back to the center.  
Within 5 seconds, turn the magnetic knob until  
the desired cooking level is shown on the  
display.  
4
Within the next 5 seconds, touch the symbol d  
combination. The combination symbol lights up  
beside the cooking zone display. After a few  
seconds a confirmation signal is sounded.  
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0
0
0
Deactivating combination  
Select the cooking zone. Within 5 seconds, touch  
the symbol d combination. The extension symbol  
goes out.  
Note  
In the options menu you can choose, if the cooking  
zone combination should be activated or  
deactivated when the cooktop is switched on.  
Alternatively, you can choose to restore the  
previous setting when the cooktop is switched on.  
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Settings table  
Setting  
Cooking method  
Examples  
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Boiling  
Searing  
Heating  
Boiling  
Water  
Meat  
Fat, liquids  
Soup, sauce  
9 - 8.  
Blanching  
Vegetables  
8 - 6  
6 - 5  
Roasting  
Roasting  
Meat, potatoes  
Fish  
7 - 6  
Baking  
Boiling in open pot  
Pancakes, egg dishes  
Pasta, liquids  
6 - 5  
Browning  
Roasting  
Frying  
Flour, onions  
Almonds, breadcrumbs  
Bacon  
Reducing  
Stocks, sauces  
5. - 4.  
Simmering in open pot  
Simmering in open pot  
Dumplings, soup garnish, meat stock,  
poached eggs  
Sausages  
4 - 3  
5 - 4  
Steaming  
Stewing  
Braising  
Braising  
Vegetables, potatoes, fish  
Vegetables, fruit, fish  
Rolled beef steaks, roasts, vegetables  
Goulash  
3. - 2.  
4. - 3.  
3. - 2.  
3 - 2  
Boiling with closed lid  
Thawing  
Soup, sauces  
Frozen foods  
Slow cooking  
Thickening  
Rice, pulses  
Egg dishes  
2 - 1  
Reheating / keeping warm  
Melting  
Soup, casserole, vegetables in a sauce  
Butter, chocolate  
Each cooking zone has 9 heat settings with intermediate settings. Switch to the highest cooking level in  
order to reach the required temperature quickly. Then always switch back to the lower cooking level.  
The cooking levels are identical for all cooking zones.  
The values given above must be looked upon as recommended values. The heat required depends not only  
on the type and condition of the food, but also the size and contents of the pot.  
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Timer  
With the timer you can program an automatic  
switch-off time between 1 and 90 minutes in  
1-minute-steps for a cooking zone (automatic  
switch-off). You can set a time value for every  
cooking zone.  
WARNING! The timer SHOULD NEVER be  
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used as a safety for leaving your cooktop  
unattended during use, especially at high  
settings. Boilovers cause smoking, and  
overheated food and oils may ignite.  
Setting an automatic switch-off time  
The cooktop must be switched on by the main  
switch.  
1
Select the cooking zone. Within 5 seconds, set  
the desired cooking level.  
2
Within the next 5 seconds, touch the symbol q.  
00 appears on the timer display.  
appears on  
the cooking zone display.  
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0
0
0
00  
3
Use the twist knob to set the required duration  
between 1 and 90 minutes.  
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0
0
0
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When the duration has elapsed, the cooking zone  
switches off. 0 flashes on the cooking zone display.  
A signal sounds for three minutes. 00 flashes on  
the timer display. Touch any key. The displays will  
go out and the audible signal will stop.  
If you would like to call up the remaining duration  
for a cooking zone: use the twist knob to select the  
cooking zone. The duration is displayed for  
5 seconds.  
If you have set an automatic switch-off time for  
several cooking zones, the shortest time value will  
be shown on the timer display. A segment of a  
circle appears on the timer symbol of the relevant  
cooking zone.  
Note  
If you have set c5 t. in the options menu (unlimited  
selection time for cooking zones), touching the  
symbol q once will call up the timer. Touch the  
symbol q again to call up the automatic switch-off  
time function for the selected cooking zone.  
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Changing a time value  
Select the cooking zone. Touch the q symbol. Use  
the twist knob to change the duration.  
Erasing a time value  
Select the cooking zone. Touch the q symbol. Set  
the duration to 00. The display goes out after a few  
seconds. The cooking zone continues heating at the  
selected level.  
Note  
The timer function is no longer active after a power  
cut.  
Timer  
You can use the timer independently from the  
cooking zones and without switch-off function. The  
timer can also be used when all cooking zones are  
switched off.  
Setting the timer  
The cooktop must be switched on by the main  
switch. No cooking zone should be selected.  
1
Touch the q symbol. 00 flashes on the timer  
display.  
2
Use the twist knob to set the required duration.  
If all cooking zones are switched off, the cooktop  
will go on stand by mode. Only the timer display  
stays on.  
When the duration has elapsed, 00 flashes on the  
timer display. A signal sounds for three minutes.  
Touch the q symbol. The display will go out and the  
audible signal will stop.  
Changing a time value  
Touch the q symbol. Change the duration.  
Note  
The timer is no longer active after a power cut.  
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Quick boil timer  
All cooking zones feature a quick boil timer. When  
the quick boil timer is activated, the set cooking  
level is boosted for several minutes. This ensures  
that the continued cooking temperature of the food  
is reached faster.  
The appliance switches automatically to the set  
cooking level after the quick boil time has elapsed.  
You can adjust the duration of the quick boil timer.  
The quick boil timer cannot be activated when using  
cooking level 9.  
Switching on the quick boil timer  
The cooktop must be switched on by the main  
switch.  
1
Select the cooking zone. To do this, slide the  
twist knob in the direction of the corresponding  
cooking zone symbol.  
2
3
Move the twist knob back to the center.  
Within 5 seconds, turn the twist knob until the  
desired cooking level appears on the display.  
4
5
Within the next 5 seconds, touch the symbol A.  
The display shows alternatively the chosen  
cooking level and A.  
A
0
0
0
You can change the quick boil duration within  
5 seconds. The preset value is 3 minutes. Turn  
the twist knob to select a duration between  
1 and 20 minutes.  
You can set individual quick boil durations for  
different cooking zones. When you switch on the  
quick boil timer again, the last setting remains  
stored.  
Switching off the quick boil timer  
It is possible to switch off the quick boil timer  
prematurely (e.g. because the food is boiling over).  
1
2
Select the cooking zone.  
Within 5 seconds, touch the symbol A quick  
boil timer. The cooking zone switches back to  
the set cooking level.  
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Child lock  
You can prevent the cooktop from being switched  
on unintentionally, i.e. children cannot switch on the  
cooking zones.  
Note  
To activate the child lock you have to make the child  
lock function available in the options menu first (see  
options menu).  
Activating the child lock  
1
Switch on the cooktop using the main switch.  
Do not select a cooking zone or the timer. After  
approximately 10 seconds the symbol  
appears above the symbol d .  
2
Touch the d symbol. A signal is sounded. Keep  
d pressed until a second signal is sounded.  
0
0
0
0
The cooktop is switched off. The symbol  
slowly for about 10 seconds. The child lock is  
activated.  
flashes  
Deactivating the child lock  
You can deactivate the child lock again. Proceed in  
the same manner as for activating the child lock.  
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Options menu  
Using the options menu, you can customize the  
following functions of your cooktop:  
cooking zone combination  
key tones  
child lock  
reset all parameters  
selection time for cooking zones  
Accessing the options menu  
1
Switch on the cooktop using the main switch.  
Do not select a cooking zone. The timer must  
be off. After approximately 10 seconds the  
symbol c appears above the symbol A.  
2
3
Touch the A symbol and keep it pressed. A  
signal is sounded. Keep A pressed until a  
second signal is sounded.  
0
0
0
0
Now you can customize the settings:  
– To move up or down the options menu: touch  
the A symbol until a signal is sounded.  
– To select a setting: touch the d symbol or  
select a setting with the twist knob.  
– To exit the options menu and store the  
settings: touch the A symbol and keep it  
pressed. A signal is sounded. Keep A  
pressed until a second signal is sounded.  
(Note: no signal is sounded if c2-0. key  
tones off has been selected.)  
– To exit the options menu without storing the  
settings: touch the l main switch.  
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Settings of the options menu  
Cooking zone combination, individually  
adjustable for each cooking zone with  
combination feature. First select the desired  
cooking zone with combination feature. Then  
touch the d symbol to choose the setting:  
-
c1  
c1  
every time the cooktop is switched  
on the combination feature has to  
be activated if desired.  
c1 - every time the cooking range is  
switched on the combination  
feature is activated, however, it can  
be deactivated if desired.  
U
c1  
when the cooking range is  
switched on the previously used  
option is activated.  
You can switch the touch key tones on or off.  
Move the twist knob to the desired setting.  
A spot appears next to the selected setting.  
0
1.  
c2 0. key tones off  
c2 1. key tones on  
c2  
Note  
The timer signal and warning signal cannot be  
switched off.  
Child lock available:  
to activate the child lock you have to make the  
child lock function available in the options menu  
first.  
0.  
1
c3  
Move the twist knob to the desired setting.  
A spot appears next to the selected setting.  
c3 0. child lock not available  
c3 1. child lock available  
Reset all parameters in the options menu and  
the quick boil duration to the factory setting.  
d
c4 d parameters are different to the factory  
setting  
c4  
Reset all parameters: move the twist knob to d.  
A spot appears next to d.  
Note  
The parameters will only be reset, if you exit the  
options menu and store the settings. If the  
display already shows d. all parameters are still  
at the factory setting.  
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Selection time for cooking zones 5 seconds or  
unlimited:  
if you select a cooking zone, you have to set the  
cooking level within the selection time. By  
setting the selection time to umlimited you can  
change the cooking level at any time without  
selecting the cooking zone again.  
t
c5  
c5 t selection time 5 seconds for cooking  
zones  
c5 t. unlimited selection time for cooking  
zones  
Note  
To exit the options menu and store the settings:  
touch the A symbol and keep it pressed. A signal is  
sounded. Keep A pressed until a second signal is  
sounded. (Note: no signal is sounded if c2-0. key  
tones off has been selected.)  
If you exit the options menu by touching the l main  
switch, the settings will not be stored.  
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Cleaning and care  
CAUTION! To avoid risk of injury, follow  
!
Iridiscent discoloration can be caused by the use of  
unsuitable cleaning agents or abrasion from the  
bases of some pots. These do not interfere with the  
operation of the glass ceramic cooktop. Remove the  
discoloration with glass ceramic cleaner.  
these precautions when cleaning and  
caring for the appliance:  
Do not clean the cooktop using high pressure  
cleaners or steam jets.  
Always keep the touch keys clean and dry. Food  
residues and spills can impair the function of the  
control panels.  
Before cleaning, wait until the residual heat  
display has gone out.  
The blade of the included glass scraper is very  
sharp. Replace damaged blades immediately.  
Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass  
while the surface is hot, use only the blade  
scraper. The resulting fumes can be hazardous  
to your health. Heating the cleaner can  
Cleaning the stainless steel frame  
Use a soft cloth and light soapy liquid or a  
commercially available stainless steel cleaner to  
clean the cooktop frame. Only wipe in the direction  
of the brushed metal.  
chemically attack and damage the surface.  
Cleaning the glass ceramic  
Do not use any aggressive or abrasive cleaners.  
Do not use the blade scraper, as it may scratch the  
cooktop frame.  
Clean the cooktop after every use. This prevents  
food from being burnt into the cooktop surface.  
Do not use lemon or vinegar to clean the cooktop  
frame. This could result in matt patches.  
Use the blade scraper to remove food residues and  
grease splashes. Only use the blade on the glass  
ceramic cooktop. Do not use the blade casing as it  
may scratch the glass ceramic.  
Cleaning the twist knob  
Use a glass ceramic cleaner and kitchen towel or a  
soft, moist cloth to clean the surface when it has  
cooled down.  
Wipe the magnetic knob using lukewarm soapy  
water only. Do not use any aggressive or abrasive  
cleaners. The twist knob could be damaged if  
cleaned in a dishwasher or immersed in soapy  
water.  
Wipe the surface with a moist cloth and rub dry  
with a soft cloth.  
Do not apply the cleaner if the cooktop is hot. It can  
become stained. Carefully remove any remaining  
cleaner before heating up the cooktop.  
Water marks can also be removed using lemon juice  
or vinegar.  
The glass ceramic cleaner will coat the glass  
ceramic surface with a gleaming, dirt repellent film.  
This will help to preserve the attractive appearance  
of your cooktop over a long period of time and make  
it easier to clean as well.  
Do not use scouring, abrasive or chemically  
aggressive cleaners (e.g. oven cleaner).  
Do not use cleaners which contain sand or chlorine.  
Do not use undiluted dishwashing or household  
detergent. Do not use abrasive sponges or brushes.  
Food with a high sugar content (e.g. boiled-over  
milk, jam) can damage the surface of your cooktop.  
Immediately remove such food using the glass  
scraper.  
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Useful hints  
Maintenance  
The temperature of the cooking zones is controlled  
by switching the heat on and off, this means that it  
is not always possible to see the red, glowing heat.  
If you select a low heat setting, the heat will switch  
off more often than at higher heat settings. Even at  
the highest setting the heat switches on and off.  
If the appliance does not function correctly, check  
the household fuses first. If the power supply is  
functioning correctly, please contact your dealer or  
the Gaggenau after-sales service.  
Please quote the E number (product number) and  
the FD number (production number) of your  
There may be a gentle buzzing as the cooking zones  
heat up.  
appliance when contacting the after-sales service.  
The quality control slip bearing these numbers is  
included with this manual. This quality control slip  
should be kept, for guarantee reasons, together  
with your operating and assembly instructions.  
The heat may show differently on the individual  
cooking zones. Depending on the angle of vision,  
the heat may appear to spread beyond the marked  
boundary of the cooking zone. These are technical  
features and do not influence quality or function.  
Repairs may only be carried out by authorised  
technicians, in order to guarantee the safety of the  
appliance.  
WARNING! Incorrect repairs may result in  
serious injury to the user.  
!
All poles of the appliance must be disconnected  
from the mains when being repaired.  
Non compliance with these recommendations  
results in the warranty coverage becoming invalid.  
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Trouble shooting  
Not every malfunction can be ascribed to a defect  
of your cooker. If your appliance should not function  
properly, search for the fault in the list below. If you  
are not successful in remedying the fault with the  
aid of the list below, then contact your Gaggenau  
after-sales service.  
Er display and numbers  
If an Er and numbers appear on the display, there is  
a fault with the electronics. Switch the cooktop off  
and, after a few minutes, on again using the  
household fuse or the circuit breaker in the fuse box  
(reset). Disconnect the cooktop from the electricity  
and call the after-sales service if the display  
appears again.  
The cooktop does not work  
Check that the household fuses for the appliance  
are OK. Check if there has been a power cut.  
Alternating K and 7 display  
A cooking zone which is set on level 8 or 9 is too  
hot. This cooking zone is reduced to level 7. When  
K disappears you can select a higher setting again.  
The cooktop cannot be switched on. The main  
switch flashes repeatedly when touched.  
An object lies on one of the sensor keys (e.g. a dish  
cloth). Remove the object and switch on the  
cooktop as usual.  
K display  
The cooktop is too hot and has switched itself off.  
Remove the pots from the cooking zones.  
K disappears from the display when the cooking  
zones have cooled sufficiently.  
The cooktop functions but does not heat up. A  
spot lights constantly on the timer display.  
Wait a few minutes until the cooking zones have  
cooled down slightly. If K appears again after the  
cooking zones are switched back on, the cooktop is  
still too hot. Switch off the cooking zones and allow  
to cool further.  
The cooktop is on show room mode after  
installation. Disconnect the cooktop from the power  
supply for at least 10 seconds. Reconnect the  
cooktop and within 3 minutes carry out the  
following procedure:  
1
2
Switch on cooktop at main switch l. Timer  
must be off.  
Touch the symbol d and keep the finger  
pressed down. Within 3 seconds touch and  
release the main switch l. The cooktop  
switches off.  
Remove your finger from the symbol d. A signal  
will sound. The spot on the timer display goes  
off.  
F1 display  
A cooking zone has faulty electronics.  
Switch the cooktop off and, after a few minutes, on  
again using the household fuse or the circuit  
breaker in the fuse box (reset). Disconnect the  
cooktop from the electricity and call the after-sales  
service if the display appears again.  
3
The cooktop has switched itself off  
F4 display  
The main switch was touched accidentally. Switch  
the cooktop back on.  
The control panel is too hot and the cooktop has  
switched itself off. Check whether there is a hot  
pan on the control panel.  
A cooking zone has been in constant operation for  
too long. The safety deactivation was activated.  
Switch off the cooking zone. It can be switched on  
again immediately.  
Remove the pan from the control panel. Wait a few  
minutes until the control panel has cooled down  
slightly. If F4 appears again after the cooking zones  
are switched back on, call the after-sales service.  
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Gaggenau  
5551 McFadden Ave  
Huntington Beach, CA 92649  
Telephone: 877.4GAGGENAU  
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