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AEG IAE84421FB - User Manual

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Hob
IAE84421FB
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Summary

Safety Information

Children and Vulnerable People Safety

Safety precautions for children and individuals with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.

General Safety

General safety guidelines and warnings for appliance usage and its intended purpose.

Safety Instructions

Installation

Instructions and warnings related to the installation process for qualified persons.

Electrical Connection

Guidelines and warnings for connecting the appliance to the electrical supply.

Use

Instructions and warnings for operating the appliance safely.

Care and Cleaning

Guidelines for maintaining and cleaning the appliance to prevent surface deterioration.

Service

Information on how to get the appliance repaired by an authorised service centre.

Disposal

Instructions for safely disposing of the appliance at the end of its life.

Installation

Before the Installation

Preparatory steps and information required before installing the hob.

Built-in Hobs

Specific instructions for installing built-in hob units into work surfaces.

Connection Cable

Details on the correct cable type and replacement for electrical connection.

Assembly

Guidance on assembling the hob, especially when installed under a hood.

Product Description

Cooking Surface Layout

Diagram and explanation of the cooking zones on the hob surface.

Control Panel Layout

Diagram and explanation of the control panel buttons and indicators.

Heat Setting Displays

Explanation of the different indicators for heat settings and functions.

OptiHeat Control

Explanation of the residual heat indicator system for cooking zones.

Daily Use

Activating and Deactivating

Instructions on how to turn the hob on and off using the main control.

Automatic Switch Off

Explanation of the automatic deactivation features for safety and energy saving.

The Heat Setting

How to adjust and set the cooking zone's heat level using the control bar.

SenseBoil

Description of the automatic boiling control function for water.

Using the Cooking Zones

Guidance on placing cookware and using cooking zones efficiently.

Bridge

Explanation of the function that links two left-side cooking zones.

Automatic Heat Up

How to use the function for faster heating to the desired setting.

PowerBoost

Explanation of the function for increased power delivery to cooking zones.

Timer Functions

Instructions for using the countdown and countup timers.

Lock

How to lock the control panel to prevent accidental changes.

Child Safety Device

How to activate and use the child lock feature to prevent accidental operation.

OffSound Control

How to control the audible signals and sounds of the hob.

Power Management

Explanation of how power is distributed across zones to manage consumption.

Hob²Hood

Details on the automatic hob-hood communication function.

Hints and Tips

Cookware

Guidance on selecting and using appropriate cookware for induction hobs.

Noises During Operation

Explanation of normal operating noises and their causes.

Hints & Tips for SenseBoil

Specific advice for optimizing the SenseBoil® function for best results.

Öko Timer (Eco Timer)

Explanation of the eco-timer feature for energy saving during cooking.

Examples of Cooking Applications

Table showing heat settings, uses, time, and hints for various cooking applications.

Hints and Tips for Hob²Hood

Specific advice for using the Hob²Hood function effectively with the hood.

Care and Cleaning

General Information

General advice on cleaning the hob after each use to maintain its surface.

Cleaning the Hob

Detailed instructions for removing different types of dirt and stains from the hob.

Troubleshooting

What to Do If...

Common problems encountered and their immediate solutions.

If You Cannot Find a Solution...

Advice on what to do if problems persist or cannot be resolved by user.

Technical Data

Rating Plate

Details found on the appliance's rating plate for identification.

Cooking Zones Specification

Technical specifications for each cooking zone, including power and dimensions.

Energy Efficiency

Product Information Sheet

Regulatory information sheet regarding energy efficiency according to UK Ecodesign.

Energy Saving

Tips and advice for saving energy while using the appliance.

Environmental Concerns

Overview

This document is a user manual for an AEG IAE84421FB hob, providing instructions for its installation, daily use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

The hob is designed for cooking purposes in an indoor environment, suitable for single household domestic use, and can also be used in offices, hotel guest rooms, bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses, and similar accommodations where usage levels do not exceed average domestic use. It features induction cooking zones that automatically adapt to the dimension of the cookware's bottom. The appliance has a control panel with sensor fields for operation, and displays, indicators, and sounds provide feedback on active functions.

Safety Information

The manual emphasizes safety, particularly regarding children and vulnerable people. Children aged 8 and above, and individuals with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, can use the appliance under supervision and after receiving instructions on safe use and understanding the hazards. Children under 8 and those with extensive disabilities should be continuously supervised. Packaging should be kept away from children and disposed of appropriately. The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use, so children and pets should be kept away. If a child safety device is present, it should be activated. Cleaning and user maintenance by children require supervision.

General safety warnings include:

  • Unattended cooking with fat or oil can be dangerous and lead to fire. Never use water to extinguish cooking fires; instead, switch off the appliance and cover flames with a fire blanket or lid.
  • The appliance must not be supplied through external switching devices (like timers) or connected to circuits regularly switched on and off by a utility.
  • Cooking processes require continuous supervision.
  • Flammable items should not be stored on cooking surfaces.
  • Metallic objects (knives, forks, spoons, lids) should not be placed on the hob surface as they can become hot.
  • The appliance should not be used before being installed in a built-in structure.
  • Steam cleaners should not be used for cleaning.
  • After use, hob elements should be switched off via their controls, not relying solely on the pan detector.
  • If the glass ceramic surface is cracked, the appliance must be switched off and unplugged from the mains. If directly connected via a junction box, the fuse should be removed. An Authorized Service Centre should be contacted in such cases.
  • A damaged supply cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service, or similarly qualified persons.
  • Only hob guards designed or indicated by the manufacturer should be used.

Installation

Installation must be performed by a qualified person. Before installation, the serial number from the rating plate (located on the bottom of the hob) should be noted. The hob must be assembled into correct built-in units and work surfaces that comply with standards. Minimum distances from other appliances and units must be maintained. Safety gloves and enclosed footwear should be worn when moving the heavy appliance. Cut surfaces should be sealed to prevent moisture. The bottom of the appliance must be protected from steam and moisture. The appliance should not be installed next to a door or under a window to prevent hot cookware from falling. Cooling fans are located on the bottom; if installed above a drawer, small items or paper that could obstruct the fans should not be stored there, and a minimum 2 cm distance between the appliance bottom and drawer contents should be maintained. Any separator panels in the cabinet below must be removed.

Electrical Connection

All electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician, with the appliance disconnected from the power supply. Parameters on the rating plate must be compatible with the mains power supply. The appliance must be correctly installed, using the correct mains cable, ensuring it does not tangle, and that shock protection is installed. A strain relief clamp should be used on the cable. The mains cable or plug should not touch hot appliance parts or cookware. Multi-plug adapters and extension cables are prohibited. Damage to the mains plug or cable should be addressed by an Authorized Service Centre or electrician. Shock protection for live and insulated parts must be secured without tools. The mains plug should only be connected at the end of installation, ensuring accessibility. If the mains socket is loose, the plug should not be connected. The mains cable should not be pulled to disconnect the appliance; always pull the plug. Correct isolation devices (line protecting cut-outs, fuses, earth leakage trips, contactors) must be used, with an isolation device having a contact opening width of at least 3 mm. The appliance must be earthed.

Daily Use

The hob is activated or deactivated by touching the ON/OFF sensor field for 1 second. The hob features an Automatic Switch Off function that deactivates it if:

  • All cooking zones are deactivated.
  • No heat setting is selected after activation.
  • Something is spilled or placed on the control panel for more than 10 seconds (an acoustic signal sounds, and the hob deactivates; the object must be removed or the panel cleaned).
  • The hob overheats (e.g., a saucepan boils dry); it must cool down before reuse.
  • Incorrect cookware is used (symbol F appears, and the zone deactivates after 2 minutes).
  • A cooking zone is not deactivated or its heat setting changed (symbol - appears, and the hob deactivates after a certain time, depending on the heat setting).

Heat Setting

Heat settings are adjusted by touching or sliding a finger along the control bar.

SenseBoil®

This function automatically adjusts water temperature to prevent boiling over once it reaches the boiling point. It works best for boiling water and potatoes, but not with cast iron or non-stick cookware. Enamelled steel pots are recommended for best results. To use efficiently, fill the pot with cold tap water between half and three-quarters, leaving 4 cm from the rim, using 1-5 liters of water. The total weight of water (or water and potatoes) should be 1-5 kg. For potatoes, ensure they are completely covered but leave one-quarter of the pot empty. Cook only whole, unpeeled, medium-sized potatoes, not packed too tightly. External vibrations (e.g., from blenders or mobile phones) should be avoided. Salt should be added after the water boils. This function may not work properly for water kettles and espresso pots.

Bridge Function

This function connects two left-side cooking zones to operate as one. It activates when a pot covers the centers of both zones and does not work with SenseBoil®. To activate, set the heat setting for one of the left zones, then touch the Bridge symbol. To deactivate, touch the Bridge symbol again; the zones then operate independently.

Automatic Heat Up

This function allows a desired heat setting to be reached faster by operating at the highest setting initially, then continuing at the selected setting. It can only be activated when the cooking zone is cold.

PowerBoost

This function provides increased power to induction cooking zones for a limited time, after which the zone automatically reverts to its highest heat setting.

Timer Functions

  • Count Down Timer: Sets a specific cooking duration for a zone (00-99 minutes). The hob deactivates the zone when the countdown ends, an acoustic signal sounds, and "00" flashes.
  • CountUp Timer: Monitors how long a cooking zone has been operating. "UP" appears, and the display switches between "UP" and the counted time.
  • Minute Minder: Sets a time when the hob is activated but cooking zones are not operating. An acoustic signal sounds and "00" flashes when the time finishes. This function does not affect cooking zone operation.

Lock Function

This function locks the control panel while cooking zones are active, preventing accidental changes to heat settings.

Child Safety Device

This function prevents accidental operation of the hob. To activate, activate the hob, do not set a heat setting, touch the Lock symbol for 4 seconds (L comes on), then deactivate the hob. To deactivate, activate the hob, do not set a heat setting, touch the Lock symbol for 4 seconds (L comes on), then deactivate the hob. To override for a single cooking time, activate the hob, L comes on, touch the Lock symbol for 4 seconds, and set the heat setting within 10 seconds. The hob can then be operated, but the function reactivates upon hob deactivation.

OffSound Control

This function allows deactivating and activating the hob's sounds. To activate/deactivate, deactivate the hob, touch ON/OFF for 3 seconds (display comes on and goes out), touch the Lock symbol for 3 seconds (b0 or b1 comes on), then use the Timer + or - to select b0 (sounds off) or b1 (sounds on). Confirm by waiting for the hob to deactivate automatically. When set to b0, sounds are only heard when touching the ON/OFF symbol, Minute Minder counts down, Count Down Timer counts down, or something is placed on the control panel.

Power Management

When multiple zones are active and consumed power exceeds the supply limit, this function distributes power among cooking zones. Each phase has a maximum electricity loading (3700 W). If a phase reaches its limit, the power of cooking zones will be automatically reduced. The last selected cooking zone is prioritized, and remaining power is divided among previously activated zones in reverse order of selection. Reduced zone displays will alternate between the initial and reduced heat settings. Users should wait for the display to stop flashing or manually reduce the heat setting of the last selected zone.

Hob²Hood Function

This advanced automatic function connects the hob to a special hood via infrared signals. The fan speed is automatically determined by the mode setting and the temperature of the hottest cookware. The fan can also be operated manually from the hob. For most hoods, the remote system is initially deactivated and must be activated before use. Refer to the hood user manual for more information.

Operating the Hob²Hood Function Automatically

Set the automatic mode to H1–H6 (hob is originally set to H5). The hood reacts to hob operation, recognizing cookware temperature and adjusting fan speed.

Changing the Automatic Mode

  1. Deactivate the appliance.
  2. Touch the Hob²Hood symbol for 3 seconds (display comes on and goes out).
  3. Touch the Hob²Hood symbol for 3 seconds.
  4. Touch the Hob²Hood symbol a few times until H comes on.
  5. Touch the Timer + to select an automatic mode. To operate the hood directly from its panel, the automatic mode of the function must be deactivated. After cooking and deactivating the hob, the hood fan may continue to operate for a period, then deactivate automatically, preventing accidental fan activation for 30 seconds.

Operating the Fan Speed Manually

Touch the Hob²Hood symbol when the hob is active to deactivate automatic operation and manually adjust fan speed. Pressing the Hob²Hood symbol increases fan speed by one. Reaching an intensive level and pressing again sets fan speed to 0, deactivating the hood fan. To restart the fan at speed 1, touch the Hob²Hood symbol. To reactivate automatic operation, deactivate the hob and activate it again.

Activating the Light

The hob can be set to activate the light automatically when the hob is activated by setting the automatic mode to H1–H6. The light on the hood deactivates 2 minutes after the hob is deactivated.

Hints and Tips for Cookware

For induction cooking zones, a strong electromagnetic field rapidly creates heat in the cookware. Use suitable cookware with a thick, flat, clean, and dry base. To avoid scratches, do not slide or rub pots across the ceramic glass. Suitable materials include cast iron, steel, enamelled steel, stainless steel, and multi-layer bottom cookware with a correct manufacturer's marking. Unsuitable materials are aluminum, copper, brass, glass, ceramic, and porcelain. Cookware is suitable if water boils quickly on a zone set to the highest heat setting, or if a magnet sticks to its bottom. Induction cooking zones adapt to cookware dimensions automatically. Efficiency is related to cookware diameter; smaller diameters receive less power. Do not use cookware larger than specified in "Cooking zones specification." Avoid placing cookware near the control panel during cooking to prevent interference or accidental activation of hob functions.

Noises During Operation

Normal noises include:

  • Crack noise: From cookware made of different materials (sandwich construction).
  • Whistle sound: From high power levels with different material cookware (sandwich construction).
  • Humming: From high power levels.
  • Clicking: Electric switching.
  • Hissing, buzzing: From the fan operating. These noises are normal and do not indicate a malfunction.

Care and Cleaning

The hob should be cleaned after each use. Always use cookware with a clean base. Scratches or dark stains do not affect hob operation. Use a special cleaner suitable for the hob surface and a special scraper for the glass.

  • Immediate removal: Melted plastic, plastic foil, sugar, and sugary foods should be removed immediately to prevent damage. Use a special hob scraper on the glass surface at an acute angle.
  • Removal when cool: Limescale rings, water rings, fat stains, and shiny metallic discoloration should be removed when the hob is sufficiently cool. Clean with a moist cloth and a non-abrasive detergent, then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
  • Shiny metallic discoloration: Use a solution of water with vinegar and clean the glass surface with a cloth.

Troubleshooting

The manual provides a troubleshooting guide for common issues:

  • Hob not activating/operating: Check electrical connection, fuse.
  • Acoustic signal/hob deactivation: Set heat setting within 10 seconds, touch only one sensor field, clean control panel, remove objects from sensor fields.
  • Residual heat indicator not on: If the zone operated sufficiently long to be hot, contact an Authorized Service Centre.
  • Hob²Hood not working: Remove objects from control panel, use a smaller pot, change cooking zone, or operate hood manually.
  • Heat setting changes between two levels: Power management is operating; refer to "Daily use."
  • Sensor fields become hot: Cookware is too large or too near controls; put large cookware on rear zones if possible.
  • No sound when touching panel sensor fields: Sounds are deactivated; activate them.
  • L comes on: Child Safety Device or Lock operates; refer to "Daily use."
  • F comes on: No cookware on the zone or unsuitable cookware; put cookware on the zone, use suitable cookware, or use cookware with correct dimensions.
  • F and 1 appear alternately: Power is too low due to unsuitable cookware or empty pot; use appropriate cookware, avoid empty pots.
  • F and 2 appear alternately: Pot is empty or contains liquid other than water; avoid using function with liquids other than water.
  • F and 3 appear alternately: Too much or too little water in the pot, or food other than water/potatoes boiled; only boil water and potatoes with SenseBoil®.
  • Beep sound, indicators blink, SenseBoil® not starting: No cooking zones ready for SenseBoil® due to residual heat or being in use; finish previous cooking and choose a free zone.
  • E and a number come on: Error in the hob; deactivate/activate hob, if problem persists, disconnect/reconnect from electrical supply, contact Authorized Service Centre.
  • Constant beep noise: Incorrect electrical connection; contact qualified electrician.

AEG IAE84421FB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Hob typeZone induction hob
Combi zoneYes
Product colorBlack
Hob width size80 cm
Top surface typeGlass
Appliance placementBuilt-in
Cooking zone 1 boost3200 W
Cooking zone 1 power2300 W
Cooking zone 2 boost2500 W
Cooking zone 2 power1400 W
Cooking zone 4 boost3600 W
Cooking zone 1 diameter210 mm
Cooking zone 2 diameter145 mm
Cooking zone 3 diameter215 mm
Cooking zone 4 diameter240 mm
Number of cooking zones4 zone(s)
Number of gas cooking zones0 zone(s)
Control typeTouch
Built-in hoodNo
Number of power levels15
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth520 mm
Width780 mm
Height23 mm
Cord length1500 m
Installation compartment depth490 mm
Installation compartment width750 mm
Installation compartment height28 mm

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