How to turn on a Hansa two-burner hob

Rules for using an induction hob

Some rules of use are relevant for all hobs, but some of them apply only to induction.

Installation and connection

For a built-in surface, you need to prepare a kitchen unit: cut a hole of the required size in the countertop and make sure that there is a suitable electrical outlet nearby and that the wiring in the house can withstand the load . During the connection process, the following requirements must be met:

• the device must be grounded;
• the wiring section leading to the plate or surface must be made of copper;
• The cross-sectional area of ​​the wire must be at least 2.5 mm2.

It happens that the device is sold without a power cable for connection to the network. An example would be Lex hobs and even individual models from well-known brands. In this case, you will have to buy a cord with a plug separately, but first you need to find out the parameters of the wire from the instructions or from consultants.

Attention! If the user is not sure that he can connect the equipment himself, it is better to leave this process to a specialist. Incorrect installation on your own can lead to damage to the device, loss of warranty, and problems with the home electrical network.

Before installing a stove with an induction top (such models are produced by popular brands Hansa and Electrolux), you should level the floor and strengthen it if the strength is in doubt. Whereas tabletop tiles (popular models from Esperanza, Kitfort, Gorenje and other companies) do not require installation. A hood is mounted above the cooking equipment or placed near the window. Recommended distances between the stove and walls, furniture, other equipment, as well as the size of the ventilation holes in the headset (for built-in panels) can be found in the documents for the device.

Advice! It is not advisable to place induction surfaces next to other equipment: magnetic fields can negatively affect the operation of ordinary household devices.

How to turn on an induction cooker/panel

Before using the device, you must wipe it with a soft cloth to remove packaging residues, dust and traces of factory chemicals (glue, lubricants). After connecting to the power supply, you need to put the device into operating mode: press and hold the power button for several seconds . When the equipment is ready for use, a beep will sound. To select a hotplate, press the same button without holding it down. The sequence of actions for different models is different; the purpose of the regulators and control methods are described in the instructions.

On a note! Many hobs turn on the appropriate section when a suitable pan is placed on it. Some models detect whether the delivered container is full - they will not turn on the heating under the empty container.

How to turn off the stove

The induction surface can be turned off using the power button. Heating of individual burners stops if the food container is removed from them. A timer is used to turn off after a certain time.

Operating modes

The power is set by pressing the buttons marked “+” and “-“. Most stoves on the market have touch controls, but there are also models with mechanical regulators that need to be turned clockwise to increase power and counterclockwise to decrease. If the power scale is made in the form of a line with divisions or numbers (Slider Control in Midea surfaces), you need to slide your finger along it to the right or left - in the direction of increasing or decreasing the degree of heating. In premium models (for example, in Bosch surfaces), the heating strength is set automatically depending on the size of the dishes.

On a note! The number of degrees of power gradation ranges from several in budget and desktop models to one and a half dozen in expensive panels from famous manufacturers. The temperature changes very quickly, almost immediately after pressing the sensor or turning the knob.

Additional options are available on induction hobs.

1. The power of adjacent burners can be combined to accommodate oblong-shaped cookware (long roasting pans and roasting pans). Such areas are marked on the surface with lines.
2. As with gas stoves or electric stoves with heating elements, the performance of the burners may vary. This information is also indicated in the instructions.
3. A set of automatic programs with predetermined temperature and time parameters simplifies cooking and allows you to quickly get used to the stove or surface. The transition from one mode to another occurs instantly. The number of programs varies depending on the model.

Selection of dishes

Cooking on an induction hob can only be done on dishes with a thick, flat metal bottom that conducts a magnetic field . Otherwise, the burner simply will not turn on: the circuit will not close without a secondary winding. Therefore, you will have to stop using pots and pans made of copper and aluminum, because they are useless on an induction hob.

Advice! Testing with a magnet does not always help: some of the dishes turn out to be unusable. It is better to look at the labeling of kitchen utensils - on the products themselves or their packaging there should be a sign in the form of a spiral and the signature “Induction”. The instructions should also indicate what types of stoves the cookware is suitable for.

Most frying pans and pots made of stainless or enameled steel and cast iron can be safely placed on an induction surface if the thickness of their bottoms is at least 2 mm (optimally 4.5-6 mm) and the base is without dents. A thin layer of metal can lose its shape when exposed to high temperatures. It is better to take pans with anti-deformation discs. Dishes with thin walls (or made of non-ferromagnetic materials, including glass and ceramics) are suitable if their bottom is thick. The minimum diameter of the bottom for most models of induction cookers is 12 cm, for some - 9 cm. An object of a smaller size is not recognized by the built-in sensors, so it will not be possible to brew coffee in a Turk on such a surface without an adapter.

Helpful information! Dishes made from non-magnetic materials can be placed on a special steel disk. This device serves as an adapter that heats itself and transfers heat to unsuitable dishes.

Cooking features

Using preset programs or selecting optimal parameters, you can speed up cooking without the risk of getting a half-baked or overcooked dish on the stove. Cooking time is reduced due to the fact that the bottom begins to heat up immediately after switching on, and the temperature is distributed evenly (without dents).

Locking and Unlocking

To protect against children, as well as against accidental changes of settings due to careless touching, the control panel is locked. To activate the option, you need to hold down the button with the image of a key or lock until the same symbol is displayed on the panel . A blocked message may appear instead of the icon (depending on the model). From this moment on, the device will not respond to touching the buttons, and the child will not be able to turn on the stove and get burned. And to unlock the device, it is usually enough to perform the same action, although there are no uniform standards here. You can learn about the rules for blocking and removing it from the instructions.

Using the grill oven

Tabletop stoves with grills appeared quite recently, but buyers appreciated the opportunity to cook dishes without using a full-fledged oven. In a small Dutch oven, food can be fried to an appetizing crust. Such models are equipped with the fryer itself and a special stand for it. Vegetables, meat and fish are grilled evenly and do not stick to the surface of the device thanks to the non-stick coating. The device is easy to install and washes well after use.

Remote control

The remote control will allow you to turn the panel on and off, as well as change operating modes without having to approach the device. This option will be useful for parents of small children, elderly people and all those who prefer to save energy and time.

How to use an induction cooker

The main structural element is an induction coil, the turns of which are wound with a special multi-core wire. When current passes through the winding, an electromagnetic field is formed, creating eddy currents. Due to them, the heating of dishes made of ferromagnetic materials occurs.

Inclusion

1. The location has been chosen.
2. The hob is cleaned of possible contamination.
3. The device is connected to the network (the cable cross-section is allowed to be at least 2.5 sq. mm, and it must be copper).
4. The display shows the control functions and, accordingly, “On/Off”.
5. Touching with a finger will cause either a sound or the appearance of a dotted light.
6. Next, the hotplate control menu will appear.

The stove is ready for operation and execution of the program that will be set.

Mode selection

Management happens:

• sensory;
• mechanical.

Of course, the set of display functions differs for different devices, but their main role remains unchanged. Manufacturers usually designate the set power:

• “+” and “-” on the panel are clearly understood;
• digital scale: finger pressure on the right - increase, on the left - decrease;
• mechanical regulator - selection according to the arrows.

When using the premium level, the setting occurs automatically from sensors that determine the dimensions of the dishes.

There are two structural modes:

• power;
• temperature.

Both have about 10 modes. But the controls and characteristics are more extensive and are outlined in the operating instructions. They even happen when preparing individual dishes. There are parameters that do not provide for changing heating modes:

• keep hot – power 120 W;
• milk – 400 W;
• soup – 1600 W.

It is possible to switch power to one burner for faster cooking and saving time.

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With mechanical control, the parameters are set manually:

• buttons;
• rotary disks;
• levers.

The default power level is 1600 W.

Operating rules

1. Turn on the hob.
2. Define and start the heating zone.
3. Select power.
4. Select temperature.
5. Set the combination of power or temperature and switch-off time, if necessary.
6. Determine the dishes (it must be special or metal with a thick bottom - aluminum and glass are not suitable).
7. Observe safety precautions.

Shutdown

After completing all the necessary actions, touching “Off” will switch the device into standby mode. To completely de-energize it, you will have to remove the plug from the socket.