Induction Hob User Manual

| CONTROL | |
|---|---|
![]() | Main switch |
![]() | Selecting a hotplate |
![]() | Adjustment fields |
![]() | Childproof lock |
![]() | Locking the control panel for cleaning |
![]() | Move function |
![]() | Combi zone function |
![]() | PowerBoost function |
![]() | Keep warm function |
![]() | Timer function |
| INDICATORS | |
|---|---|
![]() | Operating status |
![]() | Heat settings |
![]() | Timer function |
![]() | Residual heat |
![]() | Childproof lock |
![]() | PowerBoost function |
![]() | Keep warm function |
![]() | Combi zone function and Move function |
![]() | Programming the cooking time |
![]() | Kitchen timer |
| Min. | Time display |
Touch controls
Touching a symbol activates the associated function.
Notes
Moisture reduces its effectiveness.
The hotplate

Residual heat indicator
The hob has a residual heat indicator for each hotplate.
This indicates that a hotplate is still hot. Do not touch a hotplate while the residual heat indicator is lit up.
The following indicators are shown depending on the amount of residual heat:
: High temperature
: Low temperatureIf you remove the cookware from the hotplate during cooking, the residual heat indicator and the selected heat setting will flash alternately.
When the hotplate is switched off, the residual heat indicator will light up. Even after the hob has been switched off, the residual heat indicator will stay lit for as long as the hotplate is still warm.
Use the + and - symbols to select the required heat setting.
Every heat setting has an intermediate setting. This is marked with a dot.
Notes
To protect the fragile parts of your appliance from overheating and electrical overloading, the hob may temporarily reduce the power.
In order to prevent the appliance from producing excess noise, the hob may temporarily reduce the power.
Selecting a hotplate and heat setting
The hob must be switched on.
symbol.
Changing the heat setting
Select the hotplate and touch the - or - symbol until the required heat setting appears.
Switching off the hotplate
Select the hotplate and then touch the + or - symbol until
appears.
The hotplate switches itself off and the residual heat indicator appears.
Notes
If more than one pan is placed on the hob, only one will be detected when switching it on.
Recommendations
Using this function, the two left hotplates, which are the same size, can be linked together. When doing this, the same heat setting is set for both hotplates. This is especially suitable for cooking with elongated cookware.
Notes regarding cookware
For best results, use cookware that matches the size of the two cooking zones. Place the cookware in the centre of the cooking zones.

If you are using only one piece of cookware on one of the two cooking zones, you can move it to the second cooking zone. If you do this, the heat setting and the selected settings are transferred.
Activation
The hob must be on.
symbol. The
indicator lights up. The heat setting lights up on the displays for the two hotplates.The function has now been activated.
Changing the heat setting
Select one of the two hotplates assigned to the combi zone and use the + or - symbol to set the heat settings.
Deactivation
Select one of the two hotplates assigned to this function and touch the
symbol.
This deactivates the function. The two hotplates will now function independently.
You can use this function to link the two left hotplates, which are the same size, and select a different heat setting for each hotplate. Preset heat settings:
The heat settings can be changed independently of one another for each hotplate.
Notes
Advice on using cookware
To ensure that the cookware is detected and heat is distributed evenly, correctly centre the cookware:
Only use one piece of cookware that only covers one of the cooking zones.

Move the cookware from one cooking zone to another:

Activation
symbol. The
indicator lights up.The heat settings light up on the displays for each of the two hotplates.The function has now been activated.
Notes
The display for the hotplate with the cookware lights up more brightly.
The _ indicator lights up on the display for the hotplate that is still selected.
Changing the heat setting
Select one of the two hotplates assigned to the Move function and use the + or - symbol to set the heat setting.
Note: If the function is deactivated, the heat settings return to the preset values
Deactivation
Touch the
symbol.
This deactivates the function.
Note: When one of the two hotplates is set to
, the function is deactivated within approx. 10 seconds.
Your hob has two timer functions:
The hotplate automatically switches off after the time that is set has elapsed.
Setting procedure:
symbol.
lights up on the display for the hotplate.
lights up on the timer display.
4. Use the + or - symbol to select the required cooking time.
After a few seconds, the time begins to elapse.
Notes
You can find information on automatically programming the cooking time in section
Changing or deleting the time
Select a hotplate. Touch the
symbol and use the + or - symbols to change the cooking time, or set the time to 
.
When the time has elapsed
The hotplate switches off. An audible signal sounds. 
lights up in the timer display for 60 seconds.
Touch the
symbol. The displays go out and the audible signal ceases.
Notes
The kitchen timer
You can use the kitchen timer to set a time of up to 99 minutes.
This functions independently from the hotplates and from other settings. This function does not automatically switch off a hotplate.
Setting procedure
symbol repeatedly until the
indicator lights up. 
lights up on the timer display.Changing or cancelling the cooking time
Touch the
symbol repeatedly until the
indicator lights up. Change or set the time to 
using the + or - symbol.
When the time has elapsed
An audible signal sounds. 
appears in the timer display. The displays go out after 60 seconds.
By pressing the
symbol, the displays go out and the audible signal ceases.
The PowerBoost function enables you to heat up large quantities of water faster than when using heat setting 
This function can always be activated for a hotplate, provided the other hotplate in the same group is not in use (see illustration). Otherwise,
and
will flash in the display for the selected hotplate; the
heat setting will then be set automatically without activating the function

Note: In the combi zone, the PowerBoost function can only be activated if the two hotplates are used independently of each other.
Activation
symbol. lights up on the display.The function is activated.
Deactivation
symbol.The
display goes out and the hotplate switches back to the
heat setting.
The function is deactivated.
Note: In certain circumstances, the PowerBoost function can switch itself off automatically in order to protect the electronic elements inside the hob.
This function is suitable for melting chocolate or butter and for keeping food warm.
Activation
within the next 10 seconds.
lights up on the display.The function is activated.
Deactivation
symbol.The
indicator goes out. The hotplate switches itself off and the residual heat indicator lights up.
The function is deactivated.
You can use the childproof lock to prevent children from switching on the hob.
Activating and deactivating the childproof lock
The hob must be off.
symbol for approx. 4 seconds. The
indicator lights up for 10 seconds. The hob is locked.
symbol for approx. 4 seconds. The lock is released.Childproof lock
With this function, the childproof lock automatically activates when a hob is switched off.
Switching on and off
You can find out how to switch the automatic childproof lock on in the
Wi pe pr ot ect i onIf you wipe over the control panel while the hob is switched on, settings may be altered. To avoid doing this, you can use the hob's "Lock control panel for cleaning" function.
symbol. You will hear an audible signal. The control panel is locked for seconds. You can now wipe over the surface of the control panel without altering any settings.
symbol.Notes
Automat i c saf et y cut - outIf a hotplate operates for an extended period and no settings are changed, the automatic safety shut-off is activated.
The hotplate stops heating.
,
and the residual heat indicator
or
flash alternately in the hotplate display.
When you touch any symbol, the display switches off.
The hotplate can now be set again.
The point at which the safety shut-off becomes active depends on which heat setting has been set (after 1 to hours)
The appliance has various basic settings. These basic settings can be altered to suit your individual requirements.




To access the basic settings:
The hob must be off.
symbol for approximately four seconds. The first four displays provide product information. Touch the + or - symbol to view the individual displays.
3. Touch the
symbol again to access the basic settings.
and
‚ flash alternately on the displays and
appears as a presetting.

4. Touch the
symbol repeatedly until the required function is displayed.
5. Then use the + or - symbols to select the required setting.

6. Touch the
symbol for at least four seconds.
The settings have been saved.
Leaving the basic settings
Turn off the hob with the main switch.
This function indicates the total amount of energy consumed by this hob the last time it was used for cooking.
Once the hob is switched off, the energy consumption is displayed in kilowatt hours for 10 seconds.
The accuracy of the information displayed depends on the voltage quality of the mains power supply, among other factors
Cookware checkThis function can be used to check the speed and quality of the cooking process depending on the cookware.
The result is a reference value and depends on the properties of the cookware and the hotplate being used.
.The function is activated.
After 10 seconds, the result for the quality and speed of the cooking process appears in the hotplate display.

Check the result using the following table:

To activate the function again, select the + or - symbol.
Notes
You can use the power manager to set the total power of the hob.
The hob is preset at the factory. Its maximum performance is specified on the rating plate. You can use the power manager to change the value in accordance with the requirements for the relevant electrical installation.
In order not to exceed this set value, the hob automatically distributes the power available between the cooking zones that are switched on.
As long as the power manager function is activated, the output of a cooking zone may temporarily fall below the nominal value. If a cooking zone is switched on and the power limit is reached, _ appears in the heat setting display for a short time. The appliance automatically regulates and selects the highest possible power level
Suitable maintenance and cleaning products can be purchased from the after-sales service or in our e-Shop.
Cleaning
Always clean the hob after cooking. This will prevent food deposits from becoming burned on. Only clean the hob after the residual heat indicator has gone out.
Clean the hob with a damp dish cloth and dry it with a cloth or towel to prevent limescale build-up.
Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for this type of hob. Observe the manufacturer's instructions on the product packaging.
Never use:
Stubborn dirt is best removed with a glass scraper, available from retailers. Observe the manufacturer's instructions.
You can obtain a suitable glass scraper from customer services or through our online shop.
Using a special sponge for cleaning glass-ceramic hobs achieves a great cleaning result.

Note: Do not use any cleaning agents while the hob is still hot. This may mark the surface. Make sure that any residue left by cleaning agents is removed.
To prevent damage to the hob surround, observe the following instructions:
Using the appliance
Why can't I switch on the hob and why is the childproof lock symbol lit?
Why are the displays flashing and why can I hear an audible signal?
Remove any liquid or food remains from the control panel. Remove any objects from the control panel.
You can find instructions on how to deactivate the audible signal in the section on
Noises
Why I can hear noises while I'm cooking?
Noises may be generated while using the hob depending on the base material of the cookware. These noises are a normal part of induction technology. They do not indicate a defect.
Possible noises:
Cookware
Which types of cookware can be used with an induction hob?
You can find information on which types of cookware can be used with an induction hob in the section on ~ "Induction cooking"
Why is the hotplate not heating up and why is the heat setting flashing?
→ Check that you have switched on the correct hotplate.
→ Check that the cookware is suitable for induction cooking and that it is placed on the hotplate that best corresponds to its size.
Why is it taking so long for the cookware to heat up or why is it not heating up sufficiently despite being on a high heat setting?
Cleaning
How do I clean the hob?
Usually, faults are small matters that are easy to eliminate. Please read the information in the table before calling the after-sales service.
Display | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
None | The power supply has been disconnected. | Use other electrical devices to check whether a short-circuit has occurred in the power supply. |
The device has not been connected in accordance with the circuit diagram. | Ensure that the device has been connected in accordance with the circuit diagram. | |
Electronics fault. | If the fault cannot be eliminated, inform the technical after-sales service. | |
The displays flash | The control panel is damp or an object is covering it. | Dry the control panel or remove the object. |
The - indicator flashes in the hotplate displays | A fault has occurred in the electronics. | To acknowledge the fault, cover the control panel with your hand. |
F2
| The electronics have overheated and have switched off the corresponding hotplate. | Wait until the electronics have cooled down sufficiently. Then touch any symbol on the hob. |
F4 | The electronics have overheated and have switched off all hotplates. | |
F5 + heat setting and acoustic signal | There is a hot pan in the area of the control panel. There is a risk that the electronics will overheat. | Remove the pan. The fault display goes out shortly afterwards. You can continue to cook. |
F5 and acoustic signal | There is a hot pan in the area of the control panel. To protect the electronics, the hotplate has been switched off. | Remove the pan. Wait for a few seconds. Touch any control. If the fault display goes out, you can continue to cook. |
F1/F6 | The hotplate has overheated and switched itself off to protect the work surface. | Wait until the electronics have cooled down sufficiently and switch the hotplate on again. |
F8 | The hotplate was operating for an extended period without interruption. | The automatic safety switch-off function has been activated. See section |
E9000 E90 10 | The supply voltage is faulty; outside of the normal operating range. | Contact your electricity provider. |
U400 | The hob is not connected properly | Disconnect the hob from the power supply. Ensure that it has been connected in accordance with the circuit diagram. |
Notes
■ If “E” appears on the display, press and hold the button for the relevant cooking zone in order to read the fault code.
■ If the fault code is not listed in the table, disconnect the hob from the mains power supply and wait
30 seconds before reconnecting it. If this code is displayed again, contact the technical after-sales service and specify which fault code has appeared.
■ If a fault occurs, the appliance will not switch to standby mode.
Reference file: Neff T46FD53X2 N70 60cm 4 Zone Induction Hob
Additionally, the document applies to other Neff models: T4..D5...