BHI655/BHI755 60/70 cm Induction Cooktop
User Manual for your Baumatic BHI655/BHI755 60/70 cm Induction cooktop with slider NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important information, including safety & installation points, which will enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
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Contents Environmental note Important safety information 4 5–8 Specifications Product and aperture dimensions Product specifications Electrical details Ceramic cooktop surface layout Control panel layout 9 – 11 9 9 10 10 11 Using the ceramic cooktop Before first use Touch controls Switching the cooktop on Switching on a zone and setting a power level Power levels Switching off a zone Switching the cooktop off Residual heat indicator Pan sensor Cookware that is suitable for an induction cooktop The boost
Environmental note o The packaging materials that Baumatic uses are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. o Please discard all packaging material with due regard for the environment.
Important safety information Your safety is of the utmost importance to Baumatic. Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the information contained in this booklet, please contact the retailer where you purchased your unit. General Information o This appliance is designed for domestic household use and for the cooking and frying of domestic foodstuffs.
Child Safety o Baumatic strongly recommend that babies and young children are prevented from being near to the appliance and not allowed to touch the appliance at any time. During and after use, all surfaces will be hot. o If it is necessary for younger family members to be in the kitchen, please ensure that they are kept under close supervision at all times. o Older children should only be allowed to utilise the appliance when supervised.
o IMPORTANT: This ceramic induction cooktop fully complies legislation regarding electro-magnetic with current interference and is designed not to interfere with other electronic appliances providing these comply with the same legislation. o As the cooktop generates magnetic fields in its immediate vicinity, pacemakers and active heart implants must be designed to comply with relevant regulations. If in doubt, you should consult the manufacturer of your device or your doctor.
Declaration of conformity o The manufacturer declares that the cooktop is built using certified materials and requires the appliance to be installed in accordance with the standards currently in force. This appliance must be used by a trained person for domestic purposes only. To avoid damaging your appliance o The ceramic glass can be damaged by objects falling onto it. o The ceramic glass edge can be damaged by knocks from cookware. o Pans should be lifted on and off the cooktop surface and not dragged.
Specifications Product dimensions: Aperture dimensions: Depth: Width: Height: Depth: 495 mm Width: 565 mm Height: 110 mm (incl. ventilation) 520 mm 590/700 mm 55 mm Product specifications: o o o o 1 1 1 1 x x x x 2.20 2.20 1.40 1.
Electrical details Rated Voltage: Supply Connection: 220 - 240 Vac 50 - 60 Hz 32A (double pole switched fused outlet with 3mm contact gap) 7.20 kW 3 core x 6 mm² (not supplied) Max Rated Inputs: Mains Supply Lead: For future reference please record the following information which can be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be found on your sales invoice. The rating plate of your cooktop is located on the underneath of the appliance.
Control panel layout 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Cooking zone power level controls Cooking zone selection controls Start (resume) / Stop (pause) control Control panel safety lock button Power ON/OFF button Timer controls Using the ceramic cooktop Before first use IMPORTANT: You should clean the ceramic cooktop surface (see “Cleaning and maintenance” section). o You should switch on one cooking zone at a time for 5 minutes at the maximum setting.
Touch controls o All operations are performed by means of the touch controls that can be found on the control panel. o The controls respond to touch so you do not need to add any pressure. o You should use the ball of your finger not the tip when using the controls. o A beep will sound each time a touch is registered. o You should ensure that the controls are kept clean, dry and that no objects such as utensils or cloths cover them. Even a thin film of water may make the controls difficult to operate.
Switching on a zone and setting a power level IMPORTANT: A zone must be selected within 1 minute of turning the cooktop on. o Make sure that the bottom of the pan and the surface of the cooktop are clean and dry before placing a suitable pan on the cooking zone that you wish to use. o Press the cooking zone selection button of the cooking zone that you want to use. An indicator next to the relevant button will flash.
Power levels o For a general guide to cooking various foods at the different power levels please refer to the table below. o Please note that this table should be viewed as a guide only and that other factors such as cookware, weight and amount of food and personal preference will all influence the power level required. Power Level 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9 Recommended Use o Delicate warming of small amounts of food. o Melting chocolate, butter and foods that burn quickly. o Gentle simmering. o Slow warming.
Switching the cooktop off Once you have switched off all of the cooking zones, you should switch the cooktop off. o Press the ON/OFF button. o It is possible to turn the cooktop off at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button. Residual heat indicator o After a zone is switched off, the corresponding cooking zone indicator will show a letter “H”. This means that the temperature of the zone is over 60°C and is therefore still high enough to cause injury.
Cookware that is suitable for an induction cooktop The table below shows cookware that is normally suitable for use on an induction zone cooktop:Cookware Steel, enamelled steel Cast iron Stainless steel Aluminium, copper, brass Glass, ceramic, porcelain Suitable Yes Yes Yes (if stated by the pan manufacturer) No No o The bottom of the pans should be as flat and thick as possible. o Certain types of cookware may result in a noise being made when being used on an induction zone cooktop.
The cooktop timer (minute minder) Your cooktop has a timer which will countdown a period of time between 1 and 99 minutes. At the end of the countdown period an audible signal will sound. o Press the ON/OFF button to turn the cooktop on. You can use the minute minder even if you are not using a cooking zone. o Press either timer button to enter the minute minder setting mode. Touch the “+” or “-“ button to increase or decrease the time by 1 minute.
The cooktop timer (linked to a cooking zone) You are able to link a countdown time to a cooking zone so that when the countdown time has elapsed the cooking zone will switch off automatically. o Press the ON/OFF button to turn the cooktop on. o Press the cooking zone selection button of the cooking zone that you want to use and place a suitable pan on the selected cooking zone. o Touch the “+” or “-“ on either timer control. The timer indicator will start to flash and “10” will show in the timer display.
o When the set countdown time has elapsed an alarm will sound for 30 seconds and the cooking zone will switch off. The timer indicator will show “- -”. IMPORTANT: All other cooking zones which are in use will continue to operate. o A red dot will appear next to the power level indicator of the relevant zone. When you set a countdown time for several zones simultaneously, a red dot will appear in all the relevant zone indicators.
Cancelling a timer function o Press the cooking zone selection button of the cooking zone that you want o Pressing the “+” and “-“ buttons together will cancel the alarm time and “00” will show in the minute display. Locking the cooktop It is possible to lock the controls to prevent unauthorised usage of the controls by other persons such as children. o The whole cooktop can be locked by pressing the safety lock button whilst the appliance is switched on.
Safety cut-off o If one or more of the cooking zones are accidentally left on, a safety cut off will activate after a certain period of time. The length of time depends on the power level that a zone or zones have been set on. Power level Default working timer (hour) 1 8 2 8 3 8 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 2 8 2 9 2 o If more than one zone is operating when one of the zones reaches its safety cut-off point, only the zone which has reached its safety cut off point will switch off.
Cooktop guidelines o The first few times the cooktop is used, it may give off an acrid, burning smell. This smell will disappear completely with repeated use. o The worktop is fitted with cooking areas of different diametre and power. o The positions where the heat will radiate from are clearly marked on the cooktop. The saucepans must be positioned exactly on these zones for efficient heating to occur. Pans should have the same diametre as the cooking zone that they are being used on.
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning operations must only be carried out when the cooktop is cool. The appliance should be disconnected from your mains supply before commencing any cleaning process. Cleaning the ceramic cooktop Any residues that are left on the cooktop surface from cleaning agents will damage it. You should remove any residues with warm water and a little washing up liquid.
Using a ceramic cooktop scraper A ceramic cooktop scraper will be provided with your appliance. The following guidelines should be followed when using the ceramic cooktop scraper:- o The scraper should be placed on the ceramic surface at an angle. o Residues should be removed by sliding the blade carefully over the ceramic surface. o The ceramic surface should be wiped with a damp cloth and a small amount of washing up liquid. o Dry the appliance by rubbing the surface with a clean cloth.
Positioning The adjacent furniture must be able to withstand a minimum temperature rise of 85°C above the ambient temperature of the room it is located in, during periods of use. This appliance is classified as Class 3 and therefore is to be built into a kitchen unit (depending on size) or 600 mm worktop that is at least 30 mm thick. The following minimum clearance distances must be observed:o 700 mm between the cooktop surface and the underside of any horizontal surface above it.
Unpacking the appliance When unpacking the appliance please check that the following items are contained within the packaging:1 Baumatic cooktop 1 Ceramic cooktop scraper 1 Installation and instruction manual 1 Baumatic guarantee card Fixing brackets Fixing screws Installing the appliance o Cut a hole in the worktop that corresponds with the drawing shown above. o IMPORTANT: There are ventilation holes around the outside of the cooktop.
o Carefully lower the cooktop into the aperture hole that you have cut out. o There are holes on the base of the cooktop that you can fix the brackets to. You should place the bracket on the underneath of the cooktop, in a position that is appropriate for the aperture that you have cut out. Using the screws provided, fix the bracket to the cooktop. These screws MUST be securely tightened.
Connecting the mains supply cable o The mains terminal block is located on the underside of the cooktop and the terminals are accessible by removing the terminal block cover by removing the cover screw. o The brass links must be positioned as indicated, based on voltage and electrical connection, and once established ALL terminal screws must be tightened down firmly.
Replacing the mains supply cable If the mains supply cable is damaged, then it must be replaced by an appropriate replacement. The mains supply cable should be replaced in accordance with the instructions below: o Switch the appliance off at the socket. o Open the terminal block on the underside of the cooktop. o Unscrew the terminal screws fixing the cable. o Replace the cable with one of the same length and in accordance with the specification given on page 27.
o The residual heat indicator has not come on after I have switched a cooking zone off. * The cooking zone has only been turned on for a short period of time; therefore it did not go above 60°C. * IMPORTANT: If the cooking zone does appear to be hotter than 60°C and the residual heat indicator has not come on, you should call the Baumatic Customer Care Department. o A humming sound is heard when a cooking zone is selected. * This is normal; the sound will disappear when the zone heats up.
IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be operating correctly, then you should disconnect it from your mains supply and then contact the Customer Service Department. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF. Please note that if a technician is asked to attend whilst the product is under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out charge.
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(AUS) Think Appliances Pty Ltd. 416-424 Barry Rd Coolaroo VIC 3048 Sales Telephone 1300 132 824 Service Telephone 1800 444 357 Website www.thinkappliances.com (NZ) Applico Ltd. Private Bag 92900 Onehunga, Auckland, New Zealand 1061 Website www.baumatic.co.nz (UK) United Kingdom Baumatic Ltd., Baumatic Buildings, 6 Bennet Road, Reading, Berkshire RG2 0QX United Kingdom Sales Telephone (0118) 933 6900 Website: www.baumatic.co.
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