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scratching the cooktop, the bottom of the cookware must not
have any sharp grooves or sharp edges.
XX
Place the cookware (without a mat or similar) directly onto the
glass ceramic.
Noises
The following noises may occur in the cookware when using
induction cooking zones, depending on the material and the
finish of the base:
XO
Humming may occur when using a high power level.
It decreases or disappears if the power level is decreased.
XO
Crackling or whistling may occur due to bases of cookware
being made of different materials (e.g. sandwich base).
XO
Clicking sounds may occur during electronic switching
procedures especially at low power levels.
XO
Whirring may occur when the cooling fan is switched on. In
order to increase the service life of the electronic system,
the cooktop is equipped with a cooling fan. The cooling fan
switches on automatically if the cooktop is used intensively.
You will hear a whirring sound. The cooling fan may continue
running after the device has been switched off.
5.5 Overview of features and
functions
The BORA X Pure and Pure cooktops with integrated cooktop
extractor have the following features and functions:
Features PUXA PUXU PURA PURU
Electronic power adjustment
3 3 3 3
Short-time timer (egg timer)
3 3 3 3
Cooktop extractor functions
Automatic extractor control
3 3 3 3
Automatic after-run
3 3 3 3
Power setting
3 3 3 3
Filter service display
3 3
Cooktop functions
Automatic heat up function
3 3 3 3
Pan size recognition
3 3 3 3
Permanent pan size recognition
3 3 3 3
Warming function
3 3
Variable warming function
3 3
Bridging function
3 3
Automatic bridging function
3 3
Cooking zone timer
3 3 3 3
Pause function
3 3 3 3
Power setting
3 3 3 3
Safety devices
Childproofing feature
3 3 3 3
Control lock
3 3 3 3
Cleaning lock
3 3 3 3
Residual heat display
3 3 3 3
Safety shut-down
3 3 3 3
Overheating protection
3 3 3 3
Tab. 5.8 Function overview
Power levels
The high power output of induction cooktops results in the very
quick heating up of cookware. In order to avoid burning food,
slight adjustment is needed in comparison to conventional
cooking systems when selecting the power level.
Activity Power level
Melting of butter and chocolate, breaking up
gelatine
Keeping sauces and soups warm, soaking rice
–
Cooking potatoes, pasta, soups, ragouts,
steaming fruit, vegetables and fish, defrosting
food
–
Frying in coated pans, moderate frying
(without overheating the fat) of pork cutlets, fish
–
Heating up fat, browning fish, cooking thickened
sources and soups, making omelettes
–
Bringing large amounts of liquid to the boil,
searing steaks
Heating up water
Tab. 5.6 Recommendations for power levels
The specifications provided in the table are standard values.
Depending on the cookware and filling quantity, it is
recommended to either decrease or increase the power level.
Suitable cookware
i
The heating and heat-through time for the base of the
cookware as well as the cooking results are significantly
influenced by the structure and material of the cookware.
Cookware with this symbol is suitable for induction
cooktops.
The cookware used for the induction cooktop must be
made of metal, feature magnetic properties and possess
a sufficient bottom surface.
Suitable cookware is made of:
XO
stainless steel with a magnetisable base
XO
enamelled steel
XO
cast iron
Appliance Cooking zone Minimum diameter
PUXA front
rear
120mm
120 mm
PUXU front
rear
120mm
120 mm
PURA front
rear
120mm
90 mm
PURU front
rear
120mm
90 mm
Tab. 5.7 Minimum cookware diameter
XX
Perform a magnet test, if necessary. If a magnet sticks to the
base of the utensils, they are normally induction compatible.
XX
Pay attention to the cookware bottom. The base of the
cookware should not show any sign of curvature. Due to
incorrect temperature monitoring of the hob caused by
the air gap between the cookware and the temperature
sensor underneath the hob, overheating may occur. To avoid