This document is a user manual for the AEG IAE84431FB induction hob, providing comprehensive information on its installation, daily use, care, and troubleshooting.
Function Description
The AEG IAE84431FB is an induction hob designed for household cooking. It features multiple cooking zones that generate heat directly in the cookware through an electromagnetic field, ensuring efficient and fast cooking. The hob is equipped with a control panel that uses sensor fields for operation, providing a sleek and easy-to-clean surface. Displays and indicators on the control panel provide feedback on active functions and settings.
A key feature of this hob is the OptiHeat Control, a 3-step residual heat indicator that informs the user about the heat level remaining in the cooking zones, even after they are turned off. This feature helps in continuing cooking, keeping food warm, or simply indicating residual heat for safety. The induction cooking zones automatically adapt to the dimensions of the cookware placed on them.
The hob also includes an Automatic Switch Off function for safety and energy saving. It deactivates automatically if no heat setting is selected after activation, if something is spilled on the control panel, if the hob overheats, or if incorrect cookware is used. This function also deactivates a cooking zone after a certain period if the heat setting is not changed, with the duration depending on the heat setting level.
Usage Features
The AEG IAE84431FB offers several advanced features to enhance the cooking experience:
- Activating and Deactivating: The hob can be activated or deactivated by touching the ON/OFF sensor field for one second.
- Heat Setting: Heat settings are adjusted using a control bar, allowing users to select the desired heat level by touching or sliding a finger along it.
- Automatic Heat Up: This function allows for faster heating to a desired setting. When activated, the zone operates at its highest setting initially, then automatically adjusts to the selected heat setting. It can only be activated when the cooking zone is cold.
- PowerBoost: This feature provides additional power to induction cooking zones for a limited time, enabling very rapid heating, such as boiling large quantities of water quickly. After the limited period, the zone automatically reverts to its highest normal heat setting.
- Fry Assist: Specifically designed for frying, this function helps maintain a selected temperature level automatically, eliminating the need for manual temperature adjustments during frying. It is recommended for use with laminated pans and without a lid.
- Timer Functions: The hob includes both a Count Down Timer and a CountUp Timer. The Count Down Timer allows users to set a specific duration for a cooking zone to operate, deactivating it once the time expires. The CountUp Timer monitors how long a cooking zone has been operating.
- Pause Function: This feature sets all active cooking zones to the lowest heat setting (level 1) and locks other control panel symbols, allowing for temporary interruptions without losing cooking progress.
- Lock Function: The control panel can be locked during operation to prevent accidental changes to heat settings.
- Child Safety Device: This function prevents accidental operation of the hob, enhancing safety in households with children.
- OffSound Control: Users can deactivate or activate the hob's acoustic signals, with an option to hear sounds only for specific functions like the Minute Minder or Count Down Timer.
- Power Management: The hob intelligently distributes power between cooking zones connected to the same phase, especially when the total electricity loading exceeds a certain limit, ensuring efficient power usage and preventing overload.
- Hob²Hood Function: This advanced automatic function connects the hob to a compatible hood via an infrared signal. The hood's fan speed is automatically adjusted based on the hob's mode setting and the temperature of the hottest cookware. Users can also operate the fan manually. This function offers various automatic modes, from activating only the light to different fan speeds for boiling and frying processes.
Maintenance Features
Proper care and cleaning are essential for maintaining the hob's performance and appearance:
- Regular Cleaning: The appliance should be cleaned regularly to prevent deterioration of the surface material.
- Cleaning Procedure: Before cleaning, the hob must be deactivated and allowed to cool down. It should also be disconnected from the electrical supply for maintenance. Cleaning should be done with a moist soft cloth and neutral detergents. Abrasive products, cleaning pads, solvents, or metal objects should not be used.
- Immediate Removal of Spills: Melted plastic, plastic foil, sugar, and sugary foods should be removed immediately to prevent damage to the hob surface.
- Removal of Limescale and Stains: Limescale rings, water rings, fat stains, and shiny metallic discoloration should be removed once the hob is sufficiently cool, using a moist cloth and a non-abrasive detergent. A solution of water with vinegar can be used for shiny metallic discoloration.
- Special Scraper: A special hob scraper can be used on the glass surface at an acute angle to remove stubborn dirt.
- Cookware Care: Always use cookware with a clean base to prevent scratches. Scratches or dark stains on the surface do not affect the hob's operation.
- Ventilation: Ensure that the ventilation openings are not blocked to allow for proper cooling.
The manual also emphasizes the importance of using original spare parts and contacting an Authorised Service Centre for repairs, providing specific data (Model, PNC, Serial Number) from the rating plate for assistance.
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